Murphy’s law: “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong!”

If you’re in the middle of a home remodel, let me warn you Murphy’s Law is coming along for the ride and he will unpack his luggage and become the most expensive, loathed house guest you have ever had. Before I share my big reveal, I have to share my maddening adventures with Murphy.

• Murphy pushed my spouse, making him accidently break a cabinet door. We learned you just can’t go into a big box store and pick a new one. Five stores and one week later, they (yes,you can’t just buy one!) were delivered, with a price tag of $130.20 for the pair. Beautiful, blessed nightmare.

• Murphy made me forget to ask the right questions. My contractor asked me if I order bullnose tile for my backsplash. I was like “What?” and he was like “You know, to…