The Taylor family has reached the 21st century with a proud history through its accomplishments, which has taken them from their humble origins in Brookdale, Arkansas with hopes for the future. However, the bonds that once existed between family members in the past are no longer there. Their beloved neighborhood has now become a skeleton of what it once was--a community that helped shape children into strong adults. Now the emphasis is to take back what once existed in the past. What about the Taylors takes a look at the family today, and also takes a look at their neighborhood. Through five moving stories that show a sense of values and humor, it deals with how relatives cope with daily situations such as joyous occasions, arguments, or even the the loss of a loved one. The family soon realizes that despite the problems that exists between one another, the best thing to do is to stick together for the future, because this is important to their sake.