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“It’s called a diwan,” Grandma Patel explains as Neal and Jay set it beside the fireplace, opposite the Christmas tree.

“Some people might say ‘divan,’” Samira adds.

“Yes.” Mrs. Patel nods. “Or settee. You will need cushions, of course. What color scheme do you have in mind?”

Even if I did…

Say something, Amy! Something smart. And vague!

“I… Thank you. I have a few different combinations in mind.”

“You can dress it up or down. It’s very versatile.”

I really don’t think that it is.