The Disputed Seat in Our Living Room

Every family has its quirks, and in our household, we have a little obsession that might seem peculiar to the outside world – a favorite seat in the living room. It's the recliner next to the end table and light, which we all fight over. It's a small quirk, but it's something we genuinely enjoy discussing and arguing over.

Favored Seating Arrangement

In our living room, we have a three-person sofa beside the big window facing west. While there are ample seats available, each family member has their preferred spot. My favorite is the one closest to the front door, where the morning sunlight first greets us. My son, Stan, likes to sit near the rightmost window in the living room. If you stand facing the window, my favorite spot is on my left, and my son's favorite spot is on my right.

My husband, Joe, has his own living room with a preferred seat upstairs. Sometimes, he comes downstairs to join us for a movie night or to teach Stan. During these movie nights, Joe prefers a chair beside the sofa on the right side.

Our Seating Territory

Now, let's take a closer look at our recliners. One of the privileges of our age is having our preferred recliners and ensuring that nobody else sits in them. We have a big couch and a full-wall seat-high brick hearth with pillows, providing plenty of seating options for everyone. However, our recliners are a private domain, and we make sure to keep them just for ourselves. We appreciate the comfort and peace they offer, and we have no plans to yield our spots.

As we grow older, the little things become more significant, and these favored seats symbolize comfort, relaxation, and cherished family time. They are not just about sitting; they are about the warmth and connection that comes with them.

Conclusion

Does it make sense to you? We enjoy these little battles over the best seats, and it adds a bit of spice to our quiet family life. We hope that by sharing this, you might find a smile, a bit of nostalgia, or perhaps even a spot in your own home where you can relax and recharge.

Thank you for reading.