Outdoor Living PlaceI Wanted the SouthBay Deep Seating Patio Furniture, My Husband Wanted Matching Stumps
My husband and I have very different levels of comfort. Take camping, for instance: my husband is content in a flannel sleeping bag on a soft dirt ground under a big, bushy tree. A two person tent is just icing for him. I, on the other hand, consider a hotel room with a hot tub and continental breakfast roughing it. Sometimes, those hotel donuts can be dangerously stale.
My husband could survive on a jar of peanut butter and beef sticks. Cooking is when you put something in a microwave. I, on the other hand, will only eat something if it’s been marinated, sautéed, fricasseed, flambéed, or trussed. Saffron is my salt and pepper.
My husband loves swimming in lakes; I adore soaking in a Jacuzzi. My husband enjoys growing vegetables in the garden; I’m a fan of the Green Giant frozen veggies. I like pedicures; my husband thinks that’s a type of French poodle.
So, when we were looking at patio furniture, we naturally had different opinions. My husband wanted to get some stumps for the backyard. I was enchanted by this SouthBay Deep Seating Collection. The deep seating combined with 6” cushions meant that when I sat down, I literally sank into these blissful, relaxing chairs. Plus, because they’re Sunbrella cushions, I had dozens of bold, rich colors to choose from. I was sold.
My husband said we could get cushions for the stumps. But, I told him, this set was made from Teak wood. Its natural oils keep it resistant to slitting, temperature changes, insect attacks, and decay. And, the Sunbrella cushions are designed to repel water, not fade, mildew-resistant, and water-repellant. Comfy yet hearty. My husband, though still fond of the stump idea, compromised on this deep seating furniture. It’s been a perfect combination for both of us.
