“Sister Wives” star Meri Brown unveiled her new carriage house in a recent episode of the reality show. The move marks a fresh start following her divorce from polygamist Kody Brown, paving the way for her independence.

Meri, Kody’s first wife of four, married him in 1990. The couple spent 32 years married and 35 years together, during which they welcomed a son, Leon Brown. Though they had been legally divorced since 2014, Meri revealed in an October 2024 episode that she officially ended their marriage through their church in early 2024.

The TV star has embraced peace following the end of her marriage. “I’m in a really good place. I feel very peaceful about our situation,” she shared on the show, though she noted Kody’s struggle with the split, calling him “mean.” “He clearly has a lot of internal that he still needs to work on,” she added.

When Kody admitted uncertainty about their future relationship, saying, “I don’t know how we define ourselves with other each other from here,” Meri firmly responded, “We’re exes, let’s be real. You don’t need to worry about me.” She concluded the conversation by expressing, “I just wish you knew how amazing of a person I really am.”

Kody, on the other hand, admitted privately that he felt her departure was for the best but refrains from sharing his true feelings with her, saying it’s not “safe” to do so.

Jokingly, she called it her “severance package,” adding in a confessional, “I failed to ask for alimony when we got the legal divorce, so I’m kind of out that, so, you know, I’ve put 30 years into this, like, help me move and get out of here, then we’ll just be good to go. We’ll call it even.”

Once a simple “storage” area, the two-story house was transformed into a dual-purpose retreat, featuring space for Meri’s online clothing business and a personal gym.

Thrilled about the renovation, she expressed, “It was a cement floor and just basic walls. […] I have some high expectations for this. I have seen some of the work that Blair does. I am so excited to see this.”

Praising the details, she said, “This is the most amazing transformation. […] But one of the best parts about it is the countertop. I’m dying. It’s amazing, amazing.”

The mother of one reflected on her journey, noting that she has grown into a sense of independence and confidence over time. She acknowledged that reclaiming this home within the family has played a significant role in her personal growth.

Building on her reflections, the TV personality shared a heartfelt tribute to her late mother. After her passing, the family turned her mother’s shirts into memory bears.

Meri also honored her mother in a March 2024 Instagram post featuring a photo of the two. In a heartfelt message, she shared the love, support, and warmth her mother always provided. The public figure described her mom as someone who “loved without question and beyond measure,” making everyone feel special in her presence.

Meri also shared how much her mother cherished her grandchildren, finding comfort in the belief that she was welcoming Garrison Brown—Kody’s son with his second wife, Janelle Brown—in heaven. She wrote, “Keep an eye on our boy up there, Mom! And give him a hug for me!”

Meri Brown’s journey reflects her resilience and strength. By embracing new beginnings while cherishing the memories of her past, she’s creating a life full of purpose and independence, showing it’s never too late to start fresh.