still looking

Just recently my family and I have been on the hunt for a new couch.. or should I say sofa? Our current one is in its "senior" years of life. It is nearing its 14th year (which, in furniture years is pretty old!) I can still remember purchasing this couch. I was newly married and we had some extra money to blow. No kids yet. No pets. We purchased pretty much on "looks", but have been blessed with a piece of furniture that has held up. As the years have taken there toll, however, the sags are becoming more saggy. The bottom cushions have holes, tears, rips.. cleverly placed to "try" to hide them. The pretty sage green color has taken on many shades and variations. The back cushions' fluff has separated, causing big balls of uncomfortableness. Needless to go on, we NEED a new couch.
The hunt has begun and sadly it is proving to be quite a fierce one. Living in a smallish town with little to no decent shopping is not helping the matter! When we do encounter a worthy store, the merchandise is "um" or "ugh!" We are not looking for anything too fancy. Just something on the practical side, wish a dash of "somewhat tasteful." Ideally, we are looking for a sectional sofa with a sturdy fabric to last for at least the next decade or so. Something that can withstand 3 busy children and 2 scratching kitties would be a bonus!
So, in the meantime, the hunt continues.