Deck issues

John came over to our house to consult about the renovating/updating/repairing of a few things around the house including the deck, the kitchen, and the basement. It occurred to me half way through when asked about priorities that the deck was first. I told him that if we tear other parts of the house apart and I don't have some place sane, such as a decent deck that isn't at risk of falling down, to sit with a drink and take a break, then I'd go mad. Preventing insanity is the motivating factor.