Why do Professional Photographers cost so much?

I hear that question or some variation of it very often. I was going to type up a really good break down of costs to share with people then I found through the power of google some already pretty great explanations so I thought I would share those links with you all instead. While not exactly the same break downs as I have it is pretty darn close. Reading that reminded me just how expensive it is, and looking at the pile of receipts I have come tax time I should not be surprised...

1. Why do Professional Photographers cost so much?

2. Why does Custom Photography cost more?