Ep 4. The Table

The Middle season 6 episode 4, titled "The Table," follows the dysfunctional family's attempts to purchase a new dining room table. Frankie, the matriarch of the Heck family, is thrilled to finally be able to get rid of their old, rickety table and purchase a new one, but the family quickly finds that buying a new table is far more difficult than they had anticipated.

The episode begins with Frankie, her husband Mike, and their children Axl, Sue, and Brick, heading to a furniture store to purchase a new dining room table. However, they quickly find that the process is far from simple. They are overwhelmed by the wide array of choices available and struggle to agree on a table that suits everyone's preferences.

Their troubles do not end there, as they soon realize that they cannot agree on how much to spend on the table. Frankie is determined to find an affordable option, but her family members have grander ideas. Axl wants a table made from reclaimed wood, while Sue is obsessed with finding a table that is unique and quirky.

To add to the chaos, Frankie's friend Nancy shows up at the furniture store and offers her unsolicited opinions on which table the family should choose. Nancy's constant comments only serve to make the decision-making process even more difficult.

As the episode progresses, the family begins to lose sight of what they are searching for in a table and instead become more concerned with winning the argument. They become so wrapped up in their own opinions that they fail to see that they are all fighting for the same thing - a new table that will bring the family together.

Eventually, after much debate and consideration, the Hecks manage to come to a consensus and purchase a table they can all agree on. However, just as they are about to leave the store, they realize that the table is a bit too large for their home and they are forced to come up with a new plan.

Overall, "The Table" is a humorous and relatable episode that explores the challenges of decision-making within a family. It highlights the importance of compromise and the value of family togetherness, even when faced with something as seemingly insignificant as buying a new dining room table.