Thanks! I love the trees too. They make me feel more secure and not so exposed to the nosy rosies in this town.
Yeah, I LOVE the fireplace. I hope we have just ONE more cold night after we move in because I can't wait to use it. Otherwise I'll be forced to turn the a/c on full blast and use it anyway!
The steps leading up to the front porch are made out of that same stone, and it is also around the bottom of the house.