Those of you familiar with my penchant for barrel cacti will not be surprised to learn that I could not resist this plastic ball in the shape of one. Although the “spines” are soft plastic, when it’s thrown to you, the instinctive reaction is NOT to catch it.
I bought it for my niece and nephews in England. (I like to play up our Texas stereotypes.)
From Play Visions. Made in China. Available in Austin at Whole Earth Provision Co. for $5.95.
