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Choosing a log grate for an outdoor fireplace.

Freestanding masonry fireplaces have become very popular in recent years. Having a fire outside greatly enhances the enjoyment of your patio or deck. Even when there’s no fire, a masonry fireplace is a beautiful addition to outdoor living spaces – … Continue reading

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A Perfect Evening to Celebrate 14 Billion (and Fifty) Years

My son Jake and I hopped a cab from George Washington University to an apartment on the other side of DC whose former occupant, we later learned, was Lena Horne. That set the tone for the evening which started with … Continue reading

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Spring Forward

I have to admit, I wasn’t looking forward to writing the first blog post to follow the one memorializing my father. But when I remember how he began each day, with enthusiasm and vigor, I realize the best way to … Continue reading

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