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On one hand is taking pride in doing something yourself.
On the other hand is paying the expert to do it.
I know my limitations. In-bounds, I'll do it. Out-of-bounds, I pay the expert. I've learned my lessons and I have no regrets.
I say this from a family known for "inherited" stubbornness, cheapness, and generational Great Depression learning.
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On one hand is taking pride in doing something yourself.
On the other hand is paying the expert to do it.
I know my limitations. In-bounds, I'll do it. Out-of-bounds, I pay the expert. I've learned my lessons and I have no regrets.
I say this from a family known for "inherited" stubbornness, cheapness, and generational Great Depression learning.