Ep 3. Decision Time

When tragedy strikes the Heartland family in season 11 episode 3, entitled "Decision Time," they are forced to confront some tough choices about their future.

At the beginning of the episode, Amy is feeling anxious as she awaits news about Georgie, who has been competing in a prestigious jumping competition. When she finally hears from her daughter, the news is not good. Georgie fell from her horse during the competition and has been taken to the hospital. As Amy rushes to her daughter's side, the rest of the family rallies around them, trying to remain optimistic while waiting for more news.

As they wait, the family must also confront some difficult decisions about their home and their livelihood. A representative from the bank visits Heartland, informing Ty and Amy that they are behind on their mortgage payments. With the bank threatening to foreclose on their home, Ty and Amy must scramble to come up with a plan to save Heartland. They consider selling off a portion of the land to a developer, but doing so would mean sacrificing some of the land that they have worked so hard to restore.

Meanwhile, Lou is struggling with her own decisions. She is torn between her loyalty to her husband Peter and her growing feelings for Mitch, who happens to be the son of the developer interested in buying a portion of Heartland's land. Lou knows that her husband is unfaithful, but she is hesitant to leave him and hurt their daughters. Mitch offers Lou a way out, but she is hesitant to put her family's future in the hands of someone she hardly knows.

As the family wrestles with these tough choices, they lean on each other for support. Jack, the patriarch of the family, takes on a larger role in guiding Ty and Amy as they navigate their financial troubles. Mallory and Georgie offer their own unique perspectives on the situation, reminding their parents of the importance of family and tradition. In the end, the family comes together to make a choice that feels true to their values and their history.

"Decision Time" is a powerful episode that explores the complex relationships between family, money, and tradition. Throughout the episode, the Heartland family must confront their differences and find common ground in the face of adversity. With strong performances by the cast and a compelling storyline, this episode is a standout in an already impressive season. Fans of Heartland will not want to miss this one.