My mother was from a family of professional cooks, one where all ingredients never soiled the insides of a measuring cup, spoon, or other such device...all was by hand, and I can't tell you how frustrating it was at first...But I learned, and now consider myself a very capable cook.
I grew up in the building trades before becoming a mediocre, but vitally important, middle manager!! While I can do DYI, and have done so many times, it is so much easier now to let qualified pros do it. While I hate writing the check, knowing it is done on time and budget, and the house is clean, is worth it!!
I like the way Russ is blending in with his brother's family and letting his hair down, so to speak, and I am wondering if he, Brian, Gordon, and Toby will find a house that suits all of them!! Here's hoping!!