Ep 2. Chicago Rendezvous

In One Day at a Time season 1 episode 2, titled "Chicago Rendezvous," we see the Alvarez family continue to navigate their new life together. With Lydia still trying to adjust to living with her daughter and grandchildren, the family decides to plan a surprise visit to her long-lost love in Chicago.

As they prepare for their trip, Penelope struggles with her ex-husband's visitation rights and how to handle her children's emotions around the situation. Meanwhile, Elena tries to figure out her feelings towards boys and her sexuality, leading to a heart-to-heart conversation with her mother.

Once they arrive in Chicago, the family has some unexpected and hilarious run-ins with Lydia's old friends and acquaintances. They also discover some surprising news about Lydia's past that leaves them all in shock. Through it all, the Alvarez family supports each other with their signature humor and love.

Throughout the episode, we see the family grapple with the challenges of adjusting to their new life, with Penelope trying to balance her duties as a mother, daughter, and nurse, and Elena exploring her identity and navigating adolescence. Meanwhile, Alex tries to find his place in the family dynamic and Lydia learns to relinquish some control and allow her family to care for her.

"Chicago Rendezvous" is a moving, hilarious, and heartwarming episode that showcases the authentic and relatable familial relationships at the heart of One Day at a Time.