Ep 20. Meet The Parent

The episode "Meet The Parent" revolves around the arrival of two significant characters in the lives of Annie and Dixon Wilson, their grandmother Tabitha and their father Harry.

Tabitha, who is a former Hollywood actress and a heavy drinker has come to town announcing that she wants to hold a family reunion to address her dwindling family relationships. Dixon who is initially hesitant about the reunion decides to go along with it after learning that he and Annie can cash in on a trust left to them by their grandfather. Meanwhile, Harry who abandoned the family years ago is back in town to make amends with his children.

As the reunion progress, its apparent that it's anything but harmonious. Tabitha who is intent on getting the family back together shares stories of the past that shed some unfavorable light on Harry. Annie and Dixon who have had a strained relationship with their father question the reasons for his absence, and Harry struggles to win back their trust.

Trouble begins to brew when Adriana, Silver, and Naomi come to pay a visit to the family, but are met with a cold reception, as Tabitha, who is still in the past and in an inebriated state, views them as outsiders. Silver, who has had a happy relationship up until now, starts to question the status of her relationship with Dixon after Harry expresses his disappointment with his son's choices.

Things take a turn for the worse when Annie discovers an uncomfortable truth about her father's departure from the family and feels betrayed. On the other hand, Dixon is forced to confront his grandmother about her drinking problems and how they have affected the family.

With the family relationship on the rocks, Harry decides to leave, and while being driven away, he encounters a lost Teddy, who is struggling with the realization that he is gay. The two have a heartfelt conversation where Harry shares his regret at not being there for Dixon and Annie and advises Teddy to take things one day at a time.

The episode ends with the family still grappling with their emotions, as Adriana confronts Navid about his feelings for Silver, and Annie tries to come to terms with the truth about her father.

In conclusion, "Meet The Parent" is a well-crafted episode that explores complex issues such as family relationships, addiction, and sexuality. It moves at a steady pace, with each character getting their time in the spotlight. The themes of the episode are relatable, making it easy for the audience to connect with the characters and appreciate the messages the show tries to put across. It's an excellent addition to the already impressive second season of the show.