After the couple moved to Arkansas in 2004, Dave started his own construction company, Marrs Developing. Some people are gems; taking the message to heart and making it their lifes mission to make a positive difference. Despite their initial reticence, things warmed up when they found out that he was from the area. Think outside the box this Mothers Day and opt for gifts other than flowers and chocolate. It was during that process that my office first met the Marrs family and I am pleased we were able to advocate for them with the U.S. State Department and Embassy officials. "We met with Senator Boozman and Representative Womack, and their offices were amazing, constantly advocating for us. The Marrses also host an annual Berry Fest with live music and food trucks to raise money and give back to their own community with a great day of fun. Meanwhile, Dave and Jenny gave a local caf a makeover and renovated the home of a therapeutic horse ranch owner. "Thanks for being my main squeeze forever and ever, Mr. Marrs. After a positive response from audiences, HGTV greenlit the series for eight hour-long episodesor in other words, eight stunning transformations, each with a strict six-week timeline. He decided to start his own business in Northwest Arkansas. Now the family is currently caring for a handful of sheep, cows, mini donkeys, chickens, bunnies, llamas, and more. That was in 2004, and they have never moved since then. In truth, that's what almost happened, says the couple. The Congolese government shut down, which meant that no adopted children could leave because as exit letters had been suspended. Jenny Marrs has a beautiful soul, and together with her husband, they are transforming lives not just in their hometown of Northwest Arkansas but also in Africa. -- Melissa Halford. They watch every episode with their fans. "But at the same time, it has all of the same problems they had. The plaintiffs say they've had to pay to fix the issues they've had after the renovation and are asking the couple to come up with at least $75,000 in compensation. The Marrs home became their own special project when they found a dilapidated farmhouse that was supposed to be torn down. The couple, who also made cameos on the first season in Wetumpka, Ala., are excited to play an even bigger part in helping to revitalize the town of Fort Morgan, Colo. "[The show] is celebrating what built America: small towns, small businesses, communities coming together," says Dave, who grew up just an hour and a half away. These amazing home renovators live in their own remodeled house, which is a farmhouse from 1906 (via House Beautiful).