Every once in a while I feel the need to do a home improvement project. Actually, it's a pretty rare occurance and today I was reminded why. There are some things I'm very good at...planning, math, and making spreadsheets dance. Then there are my underdeveloped skills, such as basic home maintenance projects. I really shouldn't be allowed to use power tools. Don't get me wrong, I'm not tackling difficult projects or haphazardly throwing things together. Today I attempted to install a bike hoist. It consists of three pulleys, a rope, two anchors to the ceiling, and a cleat to fasten the extra rope. Really, it should be easy.
Well, I installed the hard part, but I couldn't screw in the cleat to the wall. Even after reinforcements came, I was left with five new holes in my wall. I am throwing in the towel. I have to admit that I have to wait for my dad or friend's husband to save this one. At least I learned how to use a stud finder and power drill today.
