A “military makeover” sounds less like a home renovation show and more like a forced re-education camp for unruly cadets. But Lifetime’s Military Makeover isn’t about breaking down recruits; it’s about building up deserving military families – one slightly-beige-but-definitely-improved house at a time.
This Friday, the spotlight shines on the Jones family. Design duo Art Edmonds and Jennifer Bertrand are back, armed with more than just good intentions. This time, they’re wielding power tools, fresh paint, and an arsenal of inspirational throw pillows, hoping to transform the Jones’ current digs into a bona fide dream home. Expect the usual exterior facelifts, updated appliances, and probably a kitchen island big enough to park a tank.
But what happens while the sawdust settles and the paint fumes clear? Do the Joneses just sit around and watch the magic happen? Not on Military Makeover! This week, while their home undergoes a transformation worthy of an HGTV extreme edition, the family’s enjoying a well-deserved day out. And where better for all-American family fun than a baseball game? Consider it a brief respite before they’re handed the keys to their dramatically different – and hopefully more functional – home.
The whole premise of Military Makeover is wholesome enough to give even the most cynical viewer a touch of the feels. It’s a small gesture of thanks for families who have sacrificed so much, a concrete way to give back beyond just lip service and empty platitudes. While it’s probably unrealistic to expect this show to solve every problem faced by veterans and their families, it at least acknowledges the challenges and offers a tangible expression of gratitude.
Military Makeover airs Fridays at 7:30 AM on Lifetime.
