Ep 11. Locks of Love

April is the focus of Chasing Life season 1 episode 11, entitled "Locks of Love". After learning that her hair has grown back due to her chemotherapy, she decides to donate it to the hospital where she was treated. April believes that it is her way of expressing her gratitude for the doctors and nurses who helped her along the way. However, donating her hair is no easy feat - for one, she has to grow it out long enough to be suitable, and for another, letting go of her hair is like letting go of a part of her old self. April has spent so much time and effort on chemotherapy, radiation, and all the treatments that come with cancer that now that she sees her hair growing again, she feels like maybe, just maybe, her life can go back to normal. Aprl experiencing all those different emotions is captured in the show.

April's decision to donate her hair means she'll undergo another transformation, a physical symbol of the changes that she's gone through. But as her hair grows, so does her insecurity. With her best friend Raquel getting married, April feels left behind in her own life. She's still struggling to figure out who she is and what she wants. Even worse, April's relationship with the mysterious Leo begins to falter when he finds out that she hasn't told her family about her cancer diagnosis. Leo is a comforting presence for April, but their burgeoning relationship is threatened by the secrets she has kept hidden from him. The difficulties in their relationship cause extra stress for April as she tries to focus on the positive things in her life.

On the other hand, April's boss, Dominic, continues to make advances towards her, despite her conflicting feelings. Her job, which she uses as a distraction from her cancer, is now becoming a source of stress as well. April is torn between her professional responsibilities and her personal relationships. Everything in her life feels out of control, and April begins to wonder if she's going to be able to handle all of the chaos that comes with being alive.

As April's insecurities grow, so does her relationship with her mother. The two have had their share of issues in the past, but now that April has opened up to her about her cancer, she feels a closer bond to her mother. The two women have a heart-to-heart conversation about love, life, and what comes next. April's mother offers words of encouragement and support, reminding April that she's not alone, and that they will get through this together.

Meanwhile, Brenna is dealing with some relationship issues of her own. Her attraction to Greer is growing stronger, but she's not sure how to navigate her feelings. The situation is complicated by Finn, a new boy at school who seems to have an interest in Brenna. While Brenna tries to figure out what she wants, she's also dealing with overwhelming pressure from her grandparents. They are pushing her to follow a more traditional path in life, one that Brenna doesn't want for herself.

As the episode progresses, April's focus on donating her hair becomes a sort of metaphor for everything else going on in her life. She must learn to let go of what she can't control and embrace the changes that are ahead. She must learn to trust the people around her and ask for their help when she needs it. April may not have all the answers, but she's learning to take things one day at a time.

Overall, Chasing Life season 1 episode 11 is a moving exploration of life, love, and the challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis. As April continues to navigate her way through her treatments, her relationships, and her own emotions, viewers are drawn in to her story, rooting for her every step of the way. The emotional depth of the episode is heart-wrenching and anyone who watches it will feel the connection with April and feel for her in her struggles.