It was an autumn afternoon when Marcia said those words every man of a certain age hopes to hear from his wife after more than 30 years of marriage. "I am soooo excited." Of course, if you know Marcia ...
QDEAR TIM: I have a concrete fireplace hearth. Is it possible to cover it with slate? If so, is that difficult? Instead of slate, should I just install a hearth pad? -- Marianne C., Millis, Mass.