Tetherball was a lifesaver in my childhood. It filled lonely spots on the playground with a zen-like calmness when played alone.
Sometimes boys made it a ‘cage-fight-to-the death’ during recesses at Hoover Elementary. 
I was one of the tougher girl players, but not the best. The physics of tetherball were right up my alley. I didn’t need to be a fast runner, but strength and timing were still key.
Funny how a thin pole, a string and a dangling object can keep a cat endlessly entertained.
How much more so an independent little girl!
Via Daily Prompt: Tether
Photo 9/365 by Alexis Nyal
😢 we had one in our yard growing up on Thumbelina Dr. I remember the boys always trying to kill me with ball! I also liked playing alone.
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Sorry, Pam. Just saw your post was awaiting approval. I read it along time ago but the approval must not have kicked in.
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