CityView Magazine - Fayetteville, NC
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CityViewNC.com | 31 WHO WE ARE Margit Hicks and Suzanne Shankar are dedicated and experienced attorneys who practice exclusively in the area of Family Law. Between them, they have 35 combined years of practice helping clients navigate their way through complex domestic situations. WHAT WE DO BEST Attorneys Hicks and Shankar help families tackle the difficult process of divorce, child custody, property division, alimony and other domestic issues. They are also knowledgeable in representing military clients with their unique issues. WHY IT WORKS At Margit M. Hicks, P.A., their entire team – lawyers and office staff – are committed to provide quality, professional and compassionate legal representation. With over 35 years of experience, they are uniquely qualified to handle your domestic disputes. 1013 Arsenal Avenue, Fayetteville, NC | 910.829.1400 MARGIT M. HICKS, PA www.fayettevilledivorceatty.com Winter Warm-up A Bunyanesque wood pile looms near the coop – the silver lining of last year's devastating Hurricane Matthew. ey lost seven trees and were without electricity for five days. e wood stokes a large heater nearby, which to the novice, looks like a novelty meant to keep Larry warm during outdoor winter projects. In reality, it is a solution to one of the only unpleasant features of the home – its high cost of heating. Aer paying several exorbitant bills, Larry, a native of Minnesota, sought a Midwestern solution—the Woodmaster, an outdoor furnace powerful enough to warm their home to a balmy 78 degrees and water supply to 160 degrees. While it heats for less than half the price they were paying, elbow grease is required. Each winter morning and evening, Larry fills the furnace. He pointed to a significant stack of wood, most of which was collected post-Hurricane Matthew, some pieces, cross-sections of trees three feet wide. "at's about 4,000 pieces of wood," he said, noting it would last them for quite some time. Whether it's swimming in their one-of-a- kind pool, looking out over the lake or keeping company with their friendly trove of animals, Samantha and Larry love their outdoor living. e oasis they've created is one to enjoy year-round, as it should be. What better value is there than the luxury of finding a life well-lived? CV