Dear Heart
The Magnolias toasting to Frances’ memory begins with the magnolias singing a song about her. They say that she will be remembered long after they are gone, and they will keep her memory alive with their song.
The ladies of Serenity are all given their own tasks on how to celebrate her life and honour her memory. However, there’s nothing here about the Will. At least not yet anyway.
In the morning, Maddie, Helen, and Dana all head to the office to file their petition. Mary tries to stop them but to no avail. Soon after, Dana heads to couple’s counseling with Pastor June. She’s still bickering with Ronnie but June is intent on healing their wounds and making sure they remain a couple.
Dana refuses to read her vows to Ronnie after he reads them teary-eyed and blubbery. Instead she leaves in a hurry, ignoring Ronnie’s tears and not even saying bye to June.
Jackson and Annie have a lovely date together. While they get along well, on the porch they exchange touching words while Dana listens from upstairs. She clutches her notebook and sobs. It’s clear she’s conflicted and seeing her daughter so readily in love is a constant reminder of her own heartache. ..
Dana is surprised that Ronnie has been able to cheat on her so easily and is struggling to trust him again.
Meanwhile, Helen heads to the IVF clinic and worries that she’s waited too long and missed her chance at being a mother. Dr Ringle encourages her to take each moment as they come. Although she’s strong enough when she heads home, Ryan showing up throws her off her game.
Helen is flustered and promises to call him after apologizing for his loss. When he leaves, Helen struggles to compose herself.
Maddie finds a letter from Victoria in Cal’s drawer. It’s a memento and a reminder that it takes two people to screw up a relationship. In front of Maddie, he tears it up, signifying that it doesn’t mean anything to him now and the pair passionately kiss again.
Ty learned that he was not accepted into any of the schools he applied to. Because of his recovery program, he missed the opportunity to play baseball this year at a top level. He was completely crushed. It made things even more awkward when he learned CeCe may be going to college. ..
With the Mary situation heating up, she uses her trump card and threatens to have Cal fired if Maddie continues down this path. She’s done her research and according to her, Cal is hiding a lot of secrets. But what secrets might they be?
Meanwhile, Peggy blindsides Bill after 22 years and blurts out that Isaac is his son in the town square. She reveals that their mothers kept it a secret from them and I’m assuming she never once said anything through the 9 months of her pregnancy either. ..
Bill tells his wife to leave when he sees Isaac show up. ..
The Episode Review
Bill’s reaction to learning about his wife’s new relationship is understandable. He has been through a lot in the past 22 years, and he may be feeling overwhelmed by the news. However, it’s worth bearing in mind that Bill is a good role model and he has always been supportive of Noreen.
Frances’ death is just shrugged off by the characters. It’s not really surprising, given that she died off-screen in the final episode.
With the finale looming, everything is left open for where this one may go with its various plotlines. ..
