The effects of the weather and time can be harsh and unkind, very often resulting in wear & tear damage. Teak outdoor furniture is one of those exceptions, where exposure to the elements lovingly renders each piece majestically beautiful. Teak naturally contains silica, which makes it resistant to fungal infestations and the effects of water; hence, they can be appreciated with minimal upkeep.
They are an analogy for how I want to live on this other side of 50: I may be weathered, but I certainly am not worn.
Feature Photo: A much loved Teak Lounging Chair in our Balcony Garden.
All things bright and beautiful 
No my dear, certainly not worn!
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We all pak buay xi!
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I had no idea that it’s silica which protects teak. I love the patina it develops with age, and think you’ve found a lovely analogy with that very human experience of aging. 🙂
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Thank you, Su, for your affirmation!
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I love this…I just turned to the other side of 50 and feel the same way. Im ready to go!
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Yay, Noellie! It is wonderful to join others in our quest!
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😜🤘
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I do like your post on weathering. Interesting subject.
I didn’t either know about silica being what protected the teak. Wonder whether we have any silica.:)
I have a loved teak bench and have been amazed how it keeps looking so good even years I only wash it down. It is especially important in humid climates.
In drier climates we often use Redwood – Pine and even Spruce. Pine goes red with time whilst spruce goes a silvery grey/white.
miriam
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Thanks for stopping by, Miriam! Wood is so lovely, isn’t it? Singapore is rather humid, so the range of woods suitable to our climate is more limited.
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Definitely not worn! 😀 Lovely post, Ju-Lyn! I like the analogy you drew from this observation. Happy weekend, my friend! ❤
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I love the photograph and the analogy of this post. It’s a fine motto, weathered not worn, and I’m going to adopt it.
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Thank you for the affirmation! I am so chuffed that you enjoyed the photograph … If truth be told, I spent quite a bit of time taking it (getting down low, and then up, and then back down again. Then taking some time to get back up again after staying down for too long) so I am grateful that it is received well!
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so well made
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