Right there with ya', Mike. I am maniacly protective of my independence and get extremely bent out of shape when someone interferes in the name of "helping" me. Like all people, I have my own ways of doing things and for me, they are best.

Add to that, that if I can do it, I want to do it! Everything takes me a ridiculously long time to do and people can't stand waiting for me to do things. Just let me do it myself, and get out of my way!

When I want help, I ask for it. Sorry, this is turning into a rant on your own thread, Mike.

Tell your son that the house is not what you want and find one that works for you. It's your house, make it yours!