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You've got a nice hot fire going there. Only thing I would say, given the size & shape, is to give it a good cleaning next time the fire is out and cold. By that I mean, sweeping out all the ashes (returning any cinders the size of a golf ball or larger), and reaching up behind the front at the top to clean off the ledge that WILL be there. And by clean I mean scrape the ledge out and then brush it clean with your trusty dustpan and brush. It's a dirty job but has to be done at least once a year or you risk having the chimney catch fire and burn the house down. Wear gloves, a mask and clothes that are going to go straight into the wash after. Also a dust sheet around the fireplace is a very good idea.
You can get a chimney sweep to do that bit for you if you want but it will cost. Also check the opening to the chimney and see if it's crusty. If so, then you really do need a sweep to come and fix it all up.
A clean fireplace really does work better - and doesn't put as much carbon dioxide into the room. Or other carcinogenic nasties. OK, ted talk over.