Ep 9. The Stockdale Family

In the ninth episode of season 5 of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, the show focuses on the Stockdale family who have been dealing with a lot of pain and difficulties. The family consists of Tim and Melinda Stockdale and their four children, Calvin, Charlie, Isaac, and James. The Stockdales are a music-loving family who love to play and sing together. They have a family band and they frequently perform at events around their community.

However, their happy and peaceful life came to an abrupt halt when on November 13, 2008, Tim and Melinda received the devastating news that their beloved son, Calvin, had passed away in a car accident. This news shook the entire family to its core, and they found it very difficult to cope with the immense pain and grief that followed. Then, just as they were starting to come to terms with their loss, the Stockdale family faced another tragedy. On June 15, 2019, the family faced another tragedy when the father, Tim Stockdale passed away, leaving the family behind to handle the pain and financial difficulties.

As if these tragedies were not enough, the Stockdale family home was not in a great condition as well. It was old, run down, outdated, and unsafe. There was no insulation, no air conditioning, no insulation, and no central heating system. The roof was leaking, and the family had to put buckets around the house to catch the leaking water every time it rained. The electrical wiring was also unsafe and outdated. The family was struggling financially and emotionally, and they couldn't keep up with the repairs that the house needed.

With all these challenges, the Stockdale family was chosen to receive a complete home makeover from the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition team. The team comprised designers, contractors, and builders who were determined to give the family a brand new home that would be a safe and comfortable place for them to live and heal their wounds. The designers listened to the family's needs and incorporated their love of music into the design, creating a music-themed house with plenty of space for the children to play and practice their instruments.

The team worked tirelessly for seven days to complete the renovation of the Stockdale family home. They installed a new roof, replaced the old electrical wiring, installed a central heating and air conditioning system, and added insulation to the whole house. They also installed a recording studio for the family's music, a new kitchen, and bathrooms. They painted the house in bright colors and added beautiful decor to give it a modern, lively, and welcoming feel.

When the Stockdale family saw their new home for the first time, they were overwhelmed with emotions. It was a beautiful and safe space that they could call their own, and it was fully equipped to meet their needs. The family was in awe of the design and the incredible work done by the team in just seven days.

In conclusion, the episode was a heartwarming story of a family's struggle with grief and challenges and how a community came together to give them a new home and a fresh start. The Stockdale family's story was a reminder of the importance of family and the healing power of love and community support.