Ep 20. Maybe Baby - March 11, 1963

In Quantum Leap season 2 episode 20 titled "Maybe Baby - March 11, 1963," Dr. Sam Beckett, the main character and time traveler, leaps into the body of Eddie Vega, a college student aspiring to be a writer. Sam's mission is to ensure that Eddie wins a writing contest and becomes a successful author, but he quickly discovers that this is not his only objective.

Upon arriving in Eddie's body, Sam learns that the young man is involved in a complicated love triangle with two women, both of whom he cares deeply about. The first is his steady girlfriend, Gloria, who he has been dating for three years. The second is a beautiful and mysterious woman named Momo who has captured his heart despite the fact that they have only just met. Sam quickly discovers that Gloria is pregnant with Eddie's child, and that the two of them had planned on getting married. However, Eddie is hesitant to commit to Gloria and is conflicted about his feelings for Momo.

As Sam tries to navigate Eddie's complicated love life, he finds himself drawn to Momo, who is struggling with demons of her own. She is haunted by a traumatic event from her past, and is having difficulty forming meaningful relationships because of it. Sam realizes that Momo is the key to Eddie's success as a writer, and he sets out to help her overcome her fears.

Meanwhile, Sam also has to deal with the contest, which is being judged by none other than Ernest Hemingway. Sam is determined to help Eddie win the contest and fulfill his dream of becoming a writer, but he soon realizes that this will not be an easy task. He also has to navigate the complex racial politics of the era, as both Eddie and Momo are people of color in a time when segregation was the norm.

As the episode progresses, Sam becomes more and more invested in Eddie's relationships and his writing. He begins to realize that he wants Eddie to be happy, even if that means sacrificing his own objectives. Ultimately, Sam has to make a difficult choice, one that will affect not only Eddie's future but also the future of the people he cares about.

"Maybe Baby - March 11, 1963" is a touching episode that deals with love, loss, and the difficulties of navigating relationships. Sam's quest to help Eddie become a writer is secondary to his desire to help the people in Eddie's life find happiness and contentment. The episode is also notable for its portrayal of the racial tensions of the era, and its nuanced depiction of the challenges faced by people of color in an era when segregation and discrimination were rampant. Overall, "Maybe Baby - March 11, 1963" is another strong entry in the Quantum Leap series, one that will leave viewers thinking long after the credits roll.