Ep 6. Down and Outted
- TV-PG
- June 20, 2007
- 19 min
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3.7 (10)
Ella, the matriarch of the Payne family, is feeling overwhelmed as she tries to juggle her job as a nurse, running her household, and helping to take care of her grandchildren. When her sister, Janine, comes to visit, Ella opens up to her about her struggles. Janine encourages Ella to take some time for herself and offers to take care of the kids for a few days.
Meanwhile, Curtis, Ella's husband, is struggling to find a job. He has been out of work for several months and feels like he is becoming a burden on the family. His friend, C.J., offers to help him find a job, but Curtis is reluctant to take his advice.
As the days go by, Ella begins to enjoy her alone time and even starts thinking about going back to school to advance her nursing career. However, her peace is disrupted when Janine becomes sick and is unable to take care of the kids. Ella quickly realizes how much she relies on her family and friends for support and is grateful for the help they provide.
Meanwhile, Curtis finally gets a job offer but it is not quite what he was hoping for. He feels embarrassed to take the job but ultimately decides to accept it, knowing how much his family needs the income. Through his struggles, Curtis learns the importance of humility and perseverance.
The episode ends with the Payne family coming together to support each other through their ups and downs. They realize that no matter what challenges they face, they can always count on each other to be there.