I suggest you read "It's too hard" when written by other developers as, "It's too hard [given that I spend N hours a week on this and would rather actually accomplish something in the next two months than learn the 'right' API]." Or, "It's too hard [given various constraints that I'm not going to explain to you but are valid to me.]" It'll save you having to give speeches about shitty excuses.

That said, if it makes sense for your project, make it happen! :)