Got a burning desire to entertain? Consider a fire pit Got a burning desire to entertain? Try a fire pit.(At Home)

From: The Virginian Pilot | Date: November 3, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: CATHY FRISINGER

FORT WORTH, Texas -- By Cathy Frisinger

McClatchy Newspapers

FORT WORTH, Texas - Pinpoints of light dotting the dark sky. Friends gathered in a circle, sipping on wine and chatting convivially. The kiddies toasting marshmallows.

Creating the ambience of a campfire with a fire pit is one of the hottest trends in back yard recreation.

Jim Jarvis of Weatherford, Texas, owner of an online fire-pit accessor...

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