The best thing about not having any more playground equipment is that it opens up a whole new world of opportunities for academic success. Now that I don't have the distraction of the swings and slides calling my name, I can really focus on my studies and finally start kicking butt in school. I may miss the fun of recess, but I know that getting good grades and setting myself up for a bright future is way more important. So goodbye monkey bars, hello straight A's!