Ep 27. Third Wheel/Grandmother's Day/Second String Mom
- May 12, 1979
- 49 min
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7.5 (103)
When the luxury liner the Pacific Princess sets sail on its latest voyage, it's a special day for a few of the passengers. In season 2, episode 27 of The Love Boat, entitled "Third Wheel/Grandmother's Day/Second String Mom," viewers are treated to a trio of heartwarming tales as the ship makes its way across the ocean.
In the first story, a woman who's been unlucky in love finds herself stuck in a love triangle with two best friends. As she struggles to choose between these two men, she starts to doubt whether she'll ever find true love. Meanwhile, her would-be suitors are totally clueless about her dilemma, leading to some comedic misunderstandings and mishaps. But as the trio spends more time together on the ship, they each start to see each other in a new light and realize that there might be a way for all of them to be happy.
The second story focuses on a family celebrating Grandmother's Day aboard the Pacific Princess. The matriarch of the family is thrilled to be on the ship with her children and grandchildren, but she's feeling a bit neglected as everyone else is busy having fun. But as the day goes on, the younger members of the family start to realize how important their grandmother is to them and do everything they can to make her feel special. It's a heartwarming reminder that family is the most important thing, no matter what your age.
Finally, the third story centers on a mother and daughter who are traveling alone. The mother is a famous actress who's constantly in the spotlight, while her daughter feels like she's always living in her shadow. As they spend time on the ship together, the daughter starts to realize that she's not alone in feeling like a "second string" member of the family. With a little bit of encouragement from her new friends on board the Pacific Princess, the daughter learns to find her own voice and stand up for herself. It's a story about the importance of self-confidence and the power of friendship.
Overall, season 2, episode 27 of The Love Boat is a feel-good episode that reminds viewers about the importance of love, family, and friendship. Whether you're looking for a romantic story, a heartwarming family tale, or a story about finding your own path in life, this episode has something for everyone. So if you're in the mood for a little bit of escapism and a lot of heart, tune in to The Love Boat!