We're working on building a house, and keep running into delays.  The guy at the city is completely unhelpful!
My wife and I are trying to build a house, and keep running into delays getting the permits.
user
That sounds very frustrating.
assistant
It is!  The guy at the city could care less if he helps us out.
user
Hopefully you'll able to get it all sorted out soon.  I'm sure when it's done it'll be a beautiful house.
assistant