Ep 2. Ladies Choice
- September 30, 1988
Mama's Family season 5 episode 2, titled "Ladies Choice," follows the colorful and eccentric Harper family as they navigate the ups and downs of their everyday lives in small-town Raytown, Missouri. This episode centers around Mama's attempts to find a suitable companion for her daughter Naomi, who has recently become single.
Mama sets out to host a dinner party and invites several eligible bachelors to meet Naomi, hoping to find her a new love interest. However, things quickly take an unexpected turn when Naomi reveals that she is more interested in pursuing a career than settling down with a man.
As Mama tries to come to terms with Naomi's newfound independence, chaos ensues when one of the invited bachelors, a smooth-talking ladies' man named Rufus, sets his sights on Mama instead. Mama finds herself torn between her loyalty to Naomi and her own desires as Rufus turns on the charm and tries to woo her.
Meanwhile, Naomi begins to explore her career options and finds herself drawn to a local art gallery where she meets a handsome artist named Todd. The two hit it off and Naomi begins to question whether pursuing love may not be such a bad idea after all.
Throughout the episode, the Harper family's quirks and differences clash as they struggle to come to terms with the changes unfolding in their lives. But at the heart of it all, Mama's love for her family shines through as she tries to do what's best for everyone, even if it means putting her own desires on hold.
Filled with laughs, heartwarming moments, and a few unexpected twists, "Ladies Choice" is a must-watch episode for Mama's Family fans and anyone who loves a good family comedy.