Ep 1. Hello Yellow Brick Road

Kate and Tully have been inseparable best friends since they were teenagers living on Firefly Lane. As they turn 40 years old, they are each facing their own struggles in life. Tully is a successful talk show host with a troubled past and strained relationships with her family. On the other hand, Kate is a stay-at-home mom who struggles to balance her family life with her dream of becoming a writer.

The episode begins with Tully being interviewed on her talk show about her successful career and how she's managed to have it all. The audience cheers, but we see Tully go backstage and break down in tears, indicating that she's not as happy as she seems.

Meanwhile, Kate is at her daughter Marah's soccer game, anxiously watching and cheering as Marah struggles with the game. Marah gets upset with her mother's over-enthusiasm and storms off the field, leaving Kate feeling defeated.

Kate and Tully reconnect after years of being out of touch and reminisce about their past adventures and the promise they made to always be there for each other. Tully invites Kate to a charity event she's hosting that night but Kate declines, feeling out of place among Tully's glamorous celebrity friends.

The morning after the event, Tully surprises Kate by bringing her breakfast in bed and encouraging her to start writing again. Kate is hesitant, feeling like she's given up on her dreams, but Tully is insistent that she shouldn't give up on something that brings her happiness.

As the episode progresses, we see flashbacks of Kate and Tully's teenage years, including their first meeting and their love of music and fashion. These flashbacks give us a deeper understanding of the bond between the two friends.

Kate's husband, Johnny, comes home from a business trip and surprises her with a romantic evening. However, it quickly becomes apparent that their marriage is strained as they struggle to communicate and connect with each other. Kate's dedication to her family has left her feeling unfulfilled and Johnny's career-driven mindset has put a strain on their relationship.

Towards the end of the episode, Tully invites Kate to a fancy event but Kate declines, feeling that she doesn't belong in Tully's high society world. Tully becomes frustrated with Kate's self-doubt and tells her that she's beautiful and worthy of being there. Kate agrees to attend, donning a yellow dress that represents the adventure and hope that Tully brings into her life.

As the episode draws to a close, Tully calls Kate onstage and introduces her to the crowd as her best friend. Kate feels overwhelmed by the attention but happy to be a part of Tully's world. The episode ends with Kate and Tully dancing together, their friendship stronger than ever.

Hello Yellow Brick Road sets the stage for the rest of Firefly Lane, exploring the complex relationships between friends and family, as well as the challenges of pursuing dreams and maintaining successful relationships. The episode highlights the dynamic between the two main characters, Kate and Tully, and the bond that has kept them together over the years.