Ep 12. A Private Life

In Six Feet Under season 1 episode 12, titled "A Private Life," the Fisher family faces challenges related to their personal and professional lives. The episode opens with Nate and Brenda having a discussion about their relationship while they are intimate. Nate confesses that he is still in love with his ex-girlfriend, Lisa, and Brenda becomes upset.

Meanwhile, David and Keith deal with relationship issues of their own. David's fear of publicly expressing his love for Keith becomes a problem when Keith wants to attend David's church. David is also concerned about Keith's physical safety, as he is on the front lines of a drug bust. On the professional front, Rico helps out a client with his wife's funeral and learns a valuable lesson about providing excellent customer service.

Nate and David's mother, Ruth, has her own issues to deal with when her former lover, Hiram, comes back into her life. She questions her moral compass and relationship with George as she navigates these conflicting emotions. Furthermore, their father, Nathaniel, is still a ghostly presence in their lives, occasionally popping up to offer sage advice or harsh criticism.

As always, the episode features a death that the Fisher family must prepare for - in this case, a woman who died from complications related to her pregnancy. The family is faced with ethical dilemmas as they try to fulfill the woman's last wishes, which differ from the decision made by her husband.

"A Private Life" tackles issues of love, morality, customer service, and death. The episode is emotionally charged, highlighting the complexities of familial and romantic relationships. It forces the characters to confront their demons and make difficult decisions, all while continuing to run the Fisher and Sons Funeral Home.