It wasn't until August 2013 that she finally became their legal child. In what can only be described as an out-of-body experience, I watched as he fell to one knee and held up a small box containing my engagement ring. A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Sep 15, 2017 at 10:12am PDT. Jenny and Dave recently took a vacation to beautiful Northern California. Jenny was kind enough to share how she and Dave met, and give us the details on their wedding, along with some photos from the big day. We at Imagine have been dedicated to telling this powerful story for nearly a decade, Grazer and Howard said in a joint statement. Powered by. Then, Dan slit the throat of their toddler niece. "E L E V E N How can it be that my squishy toddler with the raspy voice and adorable accent is standing before me now as this lovely young lady exuding both strength and grace? Dave and Jenny Marrs Open Up About the 'Crazy Chaos' of HGTV Stardom, Raising 5 Kids and Life on the Farm. What followed was a grueling and "devastating" journey to get Sylvie back home. 10 Adorable Throwback Photos From Dave and Jenny Marrs' Wedding Day, Dave and Jenny Marrs Have a New Spin-Off: 'Fixer to Fabulous: Welcome Inn', Best Kitchen Designs by Dave and Jenny Marrs, Hosts of 'Fixer to Fabulous', HGTV Smart Home 2023: Enter the Sweepstakes, Inside Dave and Jenny Marrss Gorgeous Farmhouse Kitchen, Dave and Jenny Marrs' 40 Best Decorating Ideas. Sylvie was adopted from the Democratic Republic of Congo in August 2013. Mark Wahlberg and Rhea Durham's Daughter Grace Celebrates 13th Birthday: 'My Little Lady', 'Home Town'' s Erin Napier Shares Sweet Photos of Daughters Helen and Mae's 'Wild West Adventures'. The Marrs children are (from left) Nate, Sylvie, Charlotte, and Ben. On a recent I was constantly refreshing my email, checking, waiting for the news that she was coming home. They do it every day. With Fixer to Fabulous offering a glimpse into the beautiful life Dave and Jenny Marrs have built together, we couldnt help but wonder where it all began. Before getting pregnant with twins Nathan and Ben, Jenny went through a difficult fertility journey that she shared with her followers in a, See the Cutest Photos of Erin and Ben Napiers 2 Daughters, I remember exactly where I was when we found out. The Congolese government shut down soon after, suspending the adoption process. Dave and Jenny Marrs' adoption story was "100 percent a miracle," according to the Fixer to Fabulous stars. Fixer to Fabulous airs Tuesdays at 9 p.m. "So if there's a way to help a mom, whatever it looks like, we have this family-empowerment program that we work with our organization Help One Now. With FXs belief and support and Lance Blacks relentless commitment we are, at last, on our way., David Mackenzie will direct hes Scotsman whose directing credits include Perfect Sense, which debuted at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. The first season of, competitors are always bursting with love for each other and are still together! Together, theyre a true example of beauty and brawn and But after she realized that it "felt good," she relaxed. Dave shared a candid photo and a sentimental caption to celebrate Charlotte turning 8 years old in May 2022. A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Sep 1, 2017 at 2:49pm PDT. Dave and Jenny met when they were both working for Newell Rubbermaid in 2002. Andrew Garfield arrives at the 72nd annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 10, 2018, in New York. We Launched an Outdoor Collection with HGTV's Dave and Jenny Marrs The new Marrs collection in partnership with BHG is available exclusively at Walmart. (Courtesy Brenda Lafferty) Brenda Lafferty was just 24 when she was murdered by her brothers-in-law in 1984. Finally, almost a year later in July 2014, the Marrses found out they could bring Sylvie home. Jenny tells Country Living it was "a hard sell" for her and Dave, who live on a farm in Arkansas. They started looking at different programs globally approximately seven years ago and are now blessed with the addition of their daughter Sylvie, who is originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The couple previously had two llamas who have both since passed away. Sylvie was adopted "It was tough, but at the end of the day, there was a huge draw for me because it was in Colorado. Its OK to make your home yours. Closer Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. We love small-town America, and we loved seeing what happened in Wetumpka, the emotion and the energy that was there, we just had to figure out a way to do it," Dave, who grew up in Colorado, says. ", A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Jul 6, 2017 at 11:11am PDT. Marrs was born Jenny Smith in Florida, United States. She was born to her mother Joan Smith and her father Steve Smith. Although her parents names have been provided, there is no further information about them. There is also no information about her siblings if she has any. However, if further news comes up, it will be updated as soon. triggered by Ron Laffertys religious views. Closer Weekly is part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. Ben explained: "Season 1 was hard. Ron claimed he received a revelation ordering him to murder his sister-in-law and niece, and he told his lawyer he believed he was convicted of the crime because of a conspiracy between the state, the LDS Church, and unseen spiritual forces that included the deceased father of the judge who presided at his trial. Photo By: Courtesy of Jenny and Dave Marrs. Dave and I both have the best memories of everyone dancing and laughing and having fun together," she told us. Thanks for being my main squeeze forever and ever, Dave Marrs. Heavy/Getty/HGTV Dave and Jenny Marrs star in season 2 of "Home Town Takeover." A large wedding calls for a large wedding party! The Marrses hope they can take Sylvie back to the Congo one day, but not until she's ready to go herself. They also opened an Airbnb (The Welcome Inn) and are launching a mercantile in the 1905 bank building that serves as their headquarters. British actress Daisy Edgar-Jones will star as Brenda Lafferty. We have a farmhand who helps us with the larger animals, but the kids feed the smaller ones like the dogs and the bunnies every morning, says Jenny, who grew up in Florida and dreamed of living in New York City. "Two years after she came home, we would find food hidden under her pillow, because I think subconsciously, there's a fear that, 'I may not have food tomorrow, so I need to hoard some; I need to save some,'" Dave recounts. Mmmm. How do they manage a frenzied schedule and still show up for baseball games? "I remember exactly where I was when we found out. Its difficult, but nothing great is ever easy, Erin said in an HGTV release. Larry passed in 2022, as Jenny marked in an Instagram post, writing a tribute to her late pet. In a heartfelt post on Jenny's Instagram page, the mom of five shared a video that documented Sylvie's birthday activities, which included baking, rollerblading and a fun dinner with family. Dave and Charlotte spent some time together riding bikes on the beach and snacking on popcorn. The married remodeling duo has been dismantling underloved houses in Bentonville, AR, and putting them back together since 2004. A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Aug 3, 2017 at 5:01pm PDT. Our producer said to us, If you just have this one chance to shine a national spotlight on your nonprofit work, its worth it, Dave says via video from the farm he and Jenny share with their five kids, multiple dogs, numerous bunnies, sheep, cows, and chickens, plus a donkey and an alpaca. On July 24, 1984, 24-year-old Brenda Lafferty and her 15-month-old daughter, Erica, were murdered in their American Fork home. Ive done this four times before. And this time, they've brought their HGTV friends from Fixer to Fabulous along: Dave and Jenny Marrs. Just how big is this farm? The couple are also committed to giving back, working to improve the lives of children in orphanages in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where their adopted daughter, Sylvie, was born. But its our normal. "So when she came home to have a baby here, it was sort of a comfort for Sylvie, I think. After countless treats, I eventually earned his trust and he would come running from across the field whenever he saw me.. So even though it felt like, 'This isn't really making much of a difference,' we know that we did. For their first dance, the newlyweds chose Amazed by Lonestar a 99 classic. "We are happily removed from the selection process so we don't have to pick favorites," Erin says. I think, like a lot of people do here, we came for a stint and realized how great a place it is. By 5 p.m., theyre off the clock and headed to pick up kids at various practices. The pair fell in love and later left the company to focus on their home renovation careers. 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We made a difference for our child and our daughter.". Jenny is confident that Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels are "made by fairies in a magical factory." He knew that our little family would never have been complete without you. Georgia Slater is a writer/reporter on the Parents team at PEOPLE. Jenny and Dave Marrs' daughter Sylvie, 7, joins their 5-month-old son Luke, 5-year-old daughter Charlotte and 9-year-old twin sons, Nathan and Ben By Conchita "She was taken from everything she'd ever known. We always need everything tomorrow.. The wedding took place at the Mission Inn in Florida, which happens to be After season 1 aired, Erin wrote on Twitter, "Ill be honest, the takeover life is not all that simpatico with family life. Dave Marrs was born on February 26, 1980. Jenny is from Florida, and Dave is from Colorado, so much of the early days of their relationship were conducted long distance. In addition to all this, Dave and Jenny have five little ones of their own twin boys, two daughters, and a toddler. ", Sylvie's arrival, however, was a little more difficult for Nathan and Ben "because their worlds had been rocked and it had only been the two of them for four years. See HGTV Stars Sentimental Ink, The main reason that we said yes to this HGTV journey of ours is for us to have a platform to share about adoption and orphan care, family preservation, the things that were really passionate about and so honestly receiving this award is truly such a huge honor, Jenny said at the, in October 2021 after receiving the National Angels in Adoption award. Well, when we first got married, I knew I was winning big time now she works with me all the time, he said. Well sit in the car to take a call, stuff some food in our mouths, and get back to work, Jenny says. And this time, they've brought their HGTV friends from Fixer to Fabulous Considering the goal of Home Town Takeover is to revive an American small town, Dave and Jenny were natural choices for the show. Watch a couple episodes of Dave and Jennys show, and you may lose track of the number of times you ask the television, How did they do that?. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. How do they maintain those authentic, camera-ready smiles through it all? FIXER TO FABULOUS star Jenny Marrs recently celebrated the anniversary of the adoption and homecoming of her and husband Daves daughter Sylvie. Dave, who grew up helping his dad build homes in Colorado, suggested they move to Bentonville and start a construction business. Their journey to get Sylvie back to their home of Bentonville, Arkansas, however, was no easy feat. Motivated by the global orphan crisis, the couple felt they "both had it in [their] hearts that it was something [they] wanted to do" in expanding their family through adoption. And just how important that is for a mom to not have to make that choice in the first place, if at all possible.". Ahead, uncover background on the Marrses, including who they are and how they got into the renovation business. Back home, they turn on the radio, pour a glass of wine, and gather around the table for a family dinner. The pair fell in love and later left the company to focus on their home renovation careers. Erin and Ben Napier are We stick to that blueprint as much as we can. Never miss a story sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The pair were able to bring her home in July 2014 after a shutdown of the Congolese government delayed the adoption process. So, I get to be with and spend all of my time with Jenny. A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Oct 31, 2017 at 7:22pm PDT. Ultimately, it was the opportunity to highlight their town, the charities they love, and the people they work with that tipped the scales. As we stood there, looking up at the glow of the lights against the clear, dark sky, Dave turned to me and said marry me in a voice mocking a popular commercial at the time. At the time, their niece, who was babysitting, texted the couple that somebody had dropped an alpaca off at their house, which Jenny and Dave had to later clear up. Skip to content Better Homes & Gardens - 100 years of powering your passions at home 2 days ago, by Eden Arielle Gordon When they heard the news, Sylvie's foster mom flew to Arkansas with her, which was extremely helpful for both Sylvie and the couple, in terms of translation, since she only spoke French at the time. Before getting pregnant with twins Nathan and Ben, Jenny went through a difficult fertility journey that she shared with her followers in a September 2016 interview. Charlotte went out in the snow with her dad in February 2022 to help out around the yard. I often prayed for her heart to be prepared for this new life and for her identity as a beloved daughter to be firm and secure. Deep down in their hearts, Fixer to Fabulous couple Jenny and Dave Marrs always knew they wanted to adopt. In a March 2022 interview with Closer, Dave gushed about his beautiful wife. It can be crazy chaos, but were so grateful for how it worked out.. "I feel like God put [it] on our hearts that she was ours, and right when you knew, it was just like, 'Yup.' Relocating a vintage house from the center of town to a plot of land with plenty of room to spread out was another. A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Oct 13, 2017 at 6:30am PDT, Jenny writes that we can learn a lot from King Solomon: "Maybe we simply need to take a deep breath, look around, and see His goodness in all that surrounds us today. DO invest in a couple of big ticket items, and design rooms around them. "I get emotional thinking about it, 'cause it was just really special. It was an amazing adventure for us, but likely the only one like it until (maybe) our girls are much older." And while it is scary to take on a project of this scale, it helps so much to have a team to help carry the load.". How can it be that the years of praying and pining for your physical presence in our family feel equally like a lifetime and a blink ago?" But still, it took some convincing to get the very busy parents of young children to participate. Dave and Jenny Marrs' adoption story was "100 percent a miracle," according to the Fixer to Fabulous stars. And because Jenny is from Florida, and Dave is from Colorado, much of their early days of A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Sep 15, 2017 at 7:48pm PDT. We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back. Yep, that's Dave and Jenny from Fixer to Fabulous!! She also received messages from her HGTV family, with Jonathan Knights husband Harley Rodriguez writing, Cant handle all this cuteness overload!!! The Mason planter looks like concrete but is actually resin so its lightweight. Better Homes & Gardens - 100 years of powering your passions at home, Christine Lennon has been writing for more than 20 years, covering fashion, beauty, entertaining, decor, and home. In 2018, we started with eight remodels. Together, theyre a true example of beauty and brawn and not just in the traditional sense. At the time, the Marrses said they hope to take Sylvie back to the Congo one day, but not until she's ready to go herself. On July 24, 1984, 24-year-old Brenda Lafferty and her 15-month-old daughter, Erica, were The four eldest kids spent some time doing homework together in a March 2020 snap that Dave posted on Instagram. It will stream on FX on Hulu, and no airdate has been announced. The Marrs children are (from left) Nate, Sylvie, Charlotte, and Ben. Its a part of our story, but theyre all just our kids. The show stars Dave and Jenny Marrs, another husband and wife duo, rehabbing historic homes in their hometown of Bentonville, AR a town just as charming and fun as the Napiers'. Jenny and her husband Dave share 5 children, 12-year-old twins Nathan and Ben, an 11-year-old adopted daughter Sylvie, an 8-year-old daughter Charlotte, and a 3-year-old son Luke. Always willing to go take care of the animals. Dave will make dinner, and well talk everything through to come up with a plan and a story for each house, Jenny says. As far as Jennys favorite wedding day memory, the dance floor was a standout. Im still working on convincing @dave.marrs that we need the pig Char keeps asking for a so-ugly-hes-sort-of-cute lizard for the boys was our middle ground, Jenny shared. Jenny Marss maiden name is Smith. A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Sep 20, 2017 at 5:45pm PDT. Based out of the Washington metropolitan area, she writes for a variety of publications, covering everything from beauty and wellness to style and celebrity news. According to Jenny, bonding with the baby came naturally to Sylvie due to her innate ability to care for others, as she had done back in the orphanage. "That's just who she is it's just her heart. She is also known to have studied Marketing and Public Relations as her college major and has a Bachelors degree in the same. She graduated in 2002 but has not shared the name of her Alma Mater. In their time apart, Jenny and Dave made arrangements for Sylvie to move into a foster home with a Congolese physician friend of theirs. I hope someone watches this. Im sure glad I snagged you.. And, while I know there is joy to come, I am going to sit in the grief for a bit, Jenny wrote. Hilary Duff Treats Son Luca and Friends to Disneyland Day on His 11th Birthday See the Photos! On their third night in Paris, Dave and Jenny made their way to the Eiffel Tower. They marked the occasion with a selfie. Star Perdita Weeks' Bikini Photos, See Your Favorite Celebrity Couples in Swimsuits: Best Beach Photos, Meet Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone's Daughters Vivian and Georgette, Pure Sunshine! 1 Jan 1782. Dave and Jenny Marrs are the husband-and-wife duo behind HGTVs beloved Fixer to Fabulous. In an exclusive clip we shared in November, Jenny revealed that she and Dave took dance lessons prior to their wedding. Tune in to season 2 of Home Town Takeover on HGTV on Sundays at 8 p.m. EST. ET. Nevertheless, the transition was still difficult for the little girl to comprehend. Under the Banner of Heaven is currently in pre-production, and no start date was announced. They also support a farming program in Zimbabwe with the proceeds from their you-pick blueberry farm. This is the really, really good stuff. Did we mention all of this is on top of parenting five children? in Media: Production, Consumption, and Critique, along with a minor in Electronic Journalism. The pair have tackled some huge projects together, restoring homes in Bentonville, Arkansas, and proving that their design skills are unmatched. Keep shining, my love. Jenny found out she was pregnant with their fourth child as they fought to bring Sylvie to the U.S. I remember exactly where I was when we found out. She's not wrong. On July 24, 1984, fundamentalist Mormons Ron and Dan Lafferty broke into their brother Allens home, and murdered Allens wife A post shared by jennymarrs (@jennymarrs) on Oct 16, 2017 at 6:00am PDT. The, Dave and Jenny met when they were both working for Newell Rubbermaid in 2002. A year ago, Dave and Jenny partnered with Better Homes & Gardens to translate their elegant modern farmhouse aesthetic into a collection of outdoor furniture and housewares sold at Walmart. Get a set of plans and then take them to multiple contractors to compare bids.. Each guest sent in a decorated quilt square with their RSVP. Jenny and Dave met after college while working for the same company. Not only did Jennys dad make her four-tier wedding cake, but he also made mini wedding cakes for each guest. The most difficult moments to remember Sylvie not being with them in person were celebrations throughout the year, such as her first and second birthdays and Christmas, for which Jenny had already gotten her gifts. Get to Know Jenny and Dave Marrs, the New Stars of 'Home Town Takeover', Singer Bonnie Raitt Reveals "Medical Situation". And when the footage is edited together just-so, it feels a little like magic. There are always things that go wrong, orders that are cancelled or delayed. The first of our four miracles.. So I think the network wanted to get us out of that for sort of a fish-out-of water situation," says Ben. A devout member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she disagreed with Ron and Dans fundamentalist views and refused to accept that Ron was a prophet. After initially searching the adoption programs in Russia and Ethiopia, they came across Sylvie's profile by chance and knew immediately "this was our girl.". Perks of the family business! It was a lot of work!". And this time, they've brought their HGTV friends from Fixer to Fabulous along: Dave and Jenny Marrs. Even though Ive been doing this for 20 years, I still want another set of eyes on a project. For a few hundred dollars, inspectors will examine the thousands of components in a house and notice things that an excited new homeowner or busy contractor may not. "The world needs more goodness. Michelle Faye/FX. Looking back, Jenny remembers how special their wedding day was. This is really amazing because this is our heart and what is really important to us., Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Hawaii Adventures! In 2016, HGTV producers had their sights set on starting a series in Arkansas and a friend recommended Dave and Jenny for the job. The show I screamed and grabbed him by the neck, partially choking him while crying. Champagne was soon to follow. Jenny Marrs met her better half, Dave, right out of college when they both were working for the same company but in different parts of the country. ", "Happiest of birthdays to you, Sylvie-loo! When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Find exclusive online She is currently 42 years old. This is home.. Their outdoor pouf ottoman is treated to be water- and UV-resistant. Dave and Jenny Marrs transformed the home of Sarah Boon, the owner of a therapeutic horse ranch, in the Home Town Takeover premiere. If you want to make structural changes, hire an architect who can verify that theyre possible, says Dave Marrs. "It is such a different landscape from Laurel, Mississippi, and Bentonville, Arkansas, and even Wetumpka, Alabama. or stream on discovery+. The hard thing about working together is its always going, Jenny says. When she's not working, she can be found with her beloved Jack-Chi, Cash, adventuring with family and friends, working through reps at the gym, dreaming up her next home decor project, testing a new recipe, getting lost in the pages of a book, or catching up on her favorite shows. Love my little farmhand! the proud dad captioned the snap. "But it was also something that I look back and I can just see the bonds that were forged throughout that time, and now they're all so close, and they defend each other.".
