Rope challenge

Mom and Dad have had this rope swing up ever since I can remember. Back when I was in Junior High I could climb clear to the top. I don't think I'd make it 10 feet now. Now we're trying to figure out a way to have a climbing rope in our backyard without a giant tree. Our only tree is a pear tree. I don't think it would enjoy becoming a play structure.

Miranda and her graceful descent.

Garrett had the best climbing technique.

Doug won the height contest. What a macho man!

The final conclusion: My children must be part monkey.