"Broomall, Pa -- This Pennsylvania family has a newfound passion, and it's making quite a statement in their backyard. The Meehan family is growing a giant pumpkin together! They'll be driving its estimated 2000 pounds to the State Fair of Virginia for a competition this weekend. At last year's State Fair of Virginia, they were champions in the Giant Pumpkin & Veggie Weigh Off for the Giant Pumpkin category. Their son Alex, who lives with autism, finds great focus and passion for this hobby."
"At last year's State Fair of Virginia, they were champions in the Giant Pumpkin & Veggie Weigh Off for the Giant Pumpkin category. Their son Alex, who lives with autism, finds great focus and passion for this hobby."
The Meehan family in Broomall, Pennsylvania is growing a giant pumpkin together as a shared backyard project. The pumpkin is estimated to weigh about 2000 pounds and will be transported to the State Fair of Virginia for a competition this weekend. The family won the Giant Pumpkin category at last year's State Fair of Virginia Giant Pumpkin & Veggie Weigh Off. The hobby gives their son Alex, who lives with autism, a source of strong focus and enthusiasm. The activity combines gardening skill, competition, and supportive family teamwork.
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