My daughter has been a fan of National Geographic magazine for a long time. She loves anything having to do with the outdoors, you see, and also loves looking at pictures of other cultures. The photography in National Geographic magazine is breathtaking, and I can’t deny that she gets a lot out of it. Nonetheless, […]
When we think of fireplaces and wood stoves, we commonly think of indoor heating options. These kinds of alternatives come in rather handy when the winter months are harsh. But freezing temperatures are not all fires are good for. What about the outdoor aspect? Personally, I can enjoy a fire year-round. They’re great on camping […]
When I was a kid, outdoor fire pits were all the rage. Practically everyone I knew had one in their backyard. That is because I lived way out in the country. There was not much to do out there, but it was sure beautiful to be there. Our main activity was basically hanging out, drinking, […]
I used to always think that fireplace gas logs were pretty tacky. You see, I am a big believer in form following function. If you are having a fire in the fireplace, that is fine. Fireplace logs look the way they do because that is what they are. If you’re going to use a gas […]
