> wrote:
> On Mon, 26 Nov 2018 18:16:21 -0000 (UTC), Jinx the Minx
> > wrote:
>
>> cshenk > wrote:
>>> Working out how to share a photo. Nothing fancy here, just my backyard
>>> and some of the wood pile
>>>
>>> https://www.amazon.com/photos/share/...EcXJfBAiPMs5HM
>>>
>>
>> Nice wood stockpile! We just had the chimney sweep out on Saturday morning
>> to inspect the condition of the fireplace in the new house before we
>> started using it. We had our first big thanksgiving family and friends
>> gathering in the new house later that afternoon, and it was so nice to have
>> a beautiful fire going in the living room. It really added to the cozy log
>> cabin vibe. Im fast tracking some campfire cast iron pie makers and
>> whatnot onto my wishlist because I think that would be a fun thing for my
>> daughter to do, especially if she has friends over this winter.
>>
>> The old owners had a small stockpile of wood left behind for us, but we
>> definitely need a lot more to get through the winter. It hasnt really
>> snowed much yet here, so we did go around and collect a bit of the smaller
>> stuff on Sunday. There are a few fallen trees (mostly oak and maple) in
>> the woods to gather, but we need to acquire a chainsaw for those. Theres
>> an old shed up the driveway a ways, and itll be a great wood shed. Or
>> chicken cooptime will tell. LOL
>
> I've never met anyone who heats with wood who doesn't own at least one
> chain saw.
>
>
Fortunately for me, we have other heat sources. The last thing I want is
to be chained to a wood stove for 6 months out of the year. Its a nice
supplement, however.