Ep 4. DNA

Sam Fox is a single mother of three daughters who navigate their lives in Los Angeles, all while trying to balance their careers, relationships and day to day struggles. In the episode "DNA," Sam is consumed with thoughts of family and all its intricacies. From trying to explain family members to her daughter to confronting her own mother about a family mystery, Sam's life has become a bit of a tangled web.

One of Sam's daughters, Frankie, is having trouble understanding the dynamics of their family. She is having a difficult time figuring out who is related to whom, and why. Sam takes it upon herself to explain the relationships to Frankie, but finds that the more she tries, the more confused her daughter becomes. Sam is determined to make Frankie understand the meaning of family, and decides to take her on a trip down memory lane. They visit locations that hold special significance to Sam, such as the bakery where she used to work when she was younger. As they travel, Sam tells stories about her family members and helps Frankie understand how everything is connected.

Meanwhile, Sam's mother shows up unannounced, asking for a favor. She needs Sam to help find her own biological mother, and she believes that Sam's DNA test results could provide the information she needs. Sam is hesitant at first, not wanting to delve into the past and possibly uncover some unflattering family secrets. However, her mother's desperate pleas tug at her heartstrings, and Sam eventually agrees to help.

Throughout the episode, we see flashbacks of Sam's past and the various relationships that have shaped her life. She recalls her own experiences as a daughter and how she dealt with her own parents' shortcomings. She also remembers moments with her ex-husband and the pain that their divorce brought. These flashbacks provide a deeper understanding of Sam's character and why she is so invested in making sure her own daughters understand the importance of family.

As the episode progresses, Sam becomes more and more consumed with her mother's search for her biological roots. She visits a DNA testing center and undergoes the process, but as she waits for the results, she starts to have second thoughts. In a monologue, she expresses her fears about what she might uncover and the potential consequences. She worries that the past may be too painful to revisit, and that finding out the truth may do more harm than good.

In the end, Sam receives the results of her DNA test and is able to provide her mother with the information she needs. The episode ends with a touching moment between mother and daughter, as Sam's mother thanks her for her help and they share a hug. Despite all the complications and difficulties that come with being a family, the love and bonds that tie us together are what truly matter.

"DNA" is a poignant and emotional exploration of the complexities of family relationships. It addresses universal themes such as love, loss and forgiveness, and reminds us that no matter how complicated our family may be, there is always something worth holding on to. The episode offers a glimpse into the lives of the characters we have grown to love over the past four seasons, and leaves us eagerly anticipating what is to come next.