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Laura Bruce
Laura is the matriarch of the Bruce-Rumsey family. She is currently an elementary school teacher and raises 7 children, with her husband Todd, in Arizona. Laura is an avid runner and also enjoys weight training. As with most moms, Laura’s main goal in life is to raise independent and compassionate children so that they can be an asset to the world. When she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis is 2006 she kept it a private battle, however she has recently gone public with this disease so that she can relate with people going through similar circumstances. Her faith has always been the foundation of her life and Laura believes that being grateful for everything you have is the key to happiness.
"Our family is always short on cash, but we pull together and give one another strength to compensate for the things we lack."


Latest Videos
Bailey on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Bailey admits this was the “lowest point in my life” and details the struggles she went through following this incident. But the experience has made her stronger, and she’s willing to give advice to anyone who needs it.
Rex on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Rex discusses the activity at the Bruce household following the Bailey incident and why he regrets not taking the situation into his own hands.
Levi on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Levi describes his frustration over the Bailey situation and reflects back on this season.
Danielle on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Danielle talks about her older siblings going to college and why she doesn’t want them to move out.
Laura on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Laura explains the chaotic circumstances surrounding the Bailey incident and why she thinks it has made her daughter stronger. She also contemplates life without Rex if he decides to move to Georgia.
Heather on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Heather talks about her father and how emotional he has been getting with his girls growing up. She also discusses the family’s reaction to the Ryan situation.
Todd on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Todd reflects on his meeting with Ryan’s parents and expresses his disappointment about their behavior. He also talks about helping a neighbor move and how it reminded him of their prior struggles.
Dylan on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Dylan talks about his future and the possibility of moving to Georgia.
Whitney on Episode 10: At The Table - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 10
Whitney talks about the backlash Bailey faced at school following the incident.
Bailey on Episode 9: Talk To Her - Blog Post
Season 2, Episode 9
Bailey discusses her relationship with Ryan and reflects back on what happened that day.
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Downsized: At The Table - Sneak Peek
Todd Bruce
Laura Bruce
Heather Bruce
Bailey Rumsey
Levi Bruce
Whitney Rumsey
Dylan Rumsey
Rex Rumsey
Danielle Rumsey
Dean Wegner

