Those who know me know that I am a traditional gal. I am not big on toys that make a lot of noise. I like classic toys that have been around for generations that spur the imagination. I also am not crazy about 1000 toys littering my house. I decided that this year for the kids birthday we were going to give them a swing set. It's outside, will last for years, and plus it was simply time to get one.
We (or should I say "I") decided that backyard adventures would be a great choice. We went to place in town to look a few weeks ago. The owner was very nice and helpful, and Anya had a blast running between sets and trying everything out. She thought we were at a new park!
Our backyard is fairly small, so I didn't want anything too elaborate. Plus elaborate = expensive and I didn't want to spend a ton of money. It's nice, because as they get older we can add new pieces to it. Of course the best thing about it is they come out and build it. We didn't lift a finger. Of course, it is very well built. It passes the shake test, the ladder for the swing has handle bars for extra safety, and even Chris and I can swing on it and it doesn't budge!!
It was a surprise for Anya. We put a movie on for her upstairs while they were working and she was oblivious to what was going on outside.
When they finished, we got her outside and she just stared at it. Chris asked her what it was. She said, "I don't know, but I'm gonna swing on it," and off she ran! It was priceless!!
They have both enjoyed it. We have been on it almost daily since it went up. She even wanted to swing last Sunday when it was raining!!
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