Christmas looms and Ocean prays for a miracle as she involves her husband – and father of her children – more in all of their lives.

Ocean remembers to play with her kids while worrying about her husband’s ability to contribute to the household. Uncle Bo resurfaces as Peggy worries about paying her rent.

Mr. Bailey teaches Ocean the value of flexing her “me muscle.” Trina’s precociousness concerns Ocean while Lupe believes she “dodged a medical bullet.” Ocean makes a decision toward love.

Ocean faces her big fear about college and is hoping for family support. Uncle Bo gives her sage advice.

Ocean’s new found confidence is sorely tested and shakes her very core. Lupe questions that loving her children might not be enough and Peggy finds an escape that could yield even worse consequences.

Ocean happily takes life-changing action. Lupe flounders on her career path and feels judged by Ocean. Trina’s need for attention takes a dangerous course involving Sammy.

Ocean tries to help Peggy who’s been behaving erratically. Peggy finally takes a step to help herself and in doing so, realizes how lonely she is for male attention. Lupe wonders if God has abandoned her. At the same time, Ocean confronts the devil she knows.

Ocean learns the extent of Trina and Sammy’s secrets. Eventually, she teaches Sammy the real meaning of manhood when an unexpected situation demands he “man up.”