Honestly, that line about building for your own spot and not the book really hits home. I see this all the time with recipes. You follow it exactly, but then you realize your family hates cilantro or loves more garlic. Tbh the best meals happen when you toss the recipe and just cook for the people at your table. It's like your window, the plan can't know your actual life.

Reminds me of a buddy who got the same critique.

Try bending it back with needle nose pliers.