Backyard Becomes Mini Fenway: Tampa couple build ballpark for son; $2,000 project unites family
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A two-year-old's love for baseball inspired his parents to bring the excitement of a major league game right into their backyard. Nicole Quimby and her husband, who live in Tampa, Florida, spent around $2,000 and an entire month turning their garden into a miniature version of Boston's iconic Fenway Park for their son Jaxson's second birthday.
The celebration featured a baseball diamond, a replica of Fenway's famous Green Monster wall, a ticket booth, stadium-style food and even a home run derby for the young guests. According to PEOPLE, which first reported the project brought together relatives, friends and neighbours to create a birthday experience that went well beyond a conventional children's party.
The story was also carried by AOL, while the Boston Red Sox's official website provides background on the ballpark's distinctive features.A little boy's love for baseball sparked the ideaThe inspiration came from Jaxson's growing interest in baseball.
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