A few months ago, we suddenly encountered major problems with the previous stonemason's boss. We eventually decided it was best to part ways, as he had become extremely difficult to work with.

It was challenging to find another stonemason, as they were either already busy with other buildings projects or reluctant to complete work that someone else had started.

I've also contributed to the difficulty, as I've become much more particular about how I want the stonework to look. After seeing various styles, I now insist on stonework having a more fluid, organic appearance. In this part of the world, most stonemasons prefer the simpler, straight-line style, which I find unacceptable.