A rest or nap after the midday meal.
[Spanish, from Latin sexta (hōra), sixth (hour), midday]
Image: www.westelm.com
What would be better for a siesta but a comfortable and good looking daybed or chaise? And if I have one of the daybeds shown in this post, I know my siesta would stretch for hours...
Image: www.teak.com
Image: www.designersguild.com
Image: www.potterybarn.com
Image: Floral from www.ikea.com; Other: had saved in my eScrap book a year back - if I recall correctly, this might be from Pottery Barn
Well, come to think of it, above would also be perfect for lounging next to a french window, on a rainy day, with a cup of coffee/tea and a good book. This is what = Ah!