Never Never Land will live happily ever after, for now

TACOMA – Humpty Dumpty escapes demolition in this story.

Metro Parks officials have at least temporarily reversed their decision to tear down Never Never Land, a 40-year-old theme park that has been hit by vandals in recent years.

Pleas from Tacoma schools psychologist Tod Sharon and other members of the public persuaded parks officials to leave what remains of the much-loved children’s play area until a permanent decision about its future can be made, spokeswoman Susan Hulbert said.

The structures originally were scheduled for removal or demolition last month.