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Extreme Makeover aired tonight on ABC featuring the Jordan family of Montgomery. In the beginning of the show they reflected on the trials and tribulations the family have suffered, and you find out just how humbled the family really are for this oppurtunity. Brady and Monica Jordan are the parents of 4 children, unfortunately 2 of their children were killed in unforeseen circumstances. Folashada, their oldest daughter, was killed from an act of domestic violence, and William, their only son, was killed 8 years later by a drunken driver. After the lost of each child, the Jordan's took in their grandchildren Miles 15, Shan 14, and Tay-Tay 11. Since their deaths, Monica Jordan has since become a strong advocate for MADD and the State of Alabama's Crime Victims Commission.
With the Extreme crew, Aronov Homes, and over 600 volunteers the Jordan's old home was demolished and replaced with a two-story 3200 sq ft home. Each member of the family residing at the home was given their own bedroom, and was specialized to fit each person's personality. Their daughter Britney 23, received a Victorian inspired bedroom, Miles received a basketball theme, Shan a poetry theme, and Tay-Tay's was Earth Science inspired. The master suite was very comtemparary with pictures of hands reaching out hanging from the walls. In the end, the Jordan's were very appreciative for everything that was done by everyone. As a added bonus Ms. Jordan was awarded a full paid scholarship to AUM to pursue the law degree she always wanted, and all three grandchildren received a scholarship as well that will be waiting for each of them when they graduate from high school. Ms. Jordan was quoted saying "It's amazing how your story can help someone else and let them know that there will always be a different normal, but it's always going to be OK."

***In case you missed, go to abc.go.com to view the episode***