Ep 24. The Wedding (1)

Ray Barone is having a hard time wrapping his head around the fact that his younger brother Robert is getting married before he is. Robert has always been a bit of an underdog in the family and Ray feels a bit threatened by Robert's newfound happiness. The episode begins with Robert announcing his engagement to Amy, who is a co-worker from the police department. Ray is a bit taken aback by the news and finds himself in a midlife crisis.

As the wedding planning continues, Ray finds himself getting more and more anxious about his own lack of progress in his personal life. Ray and his wife Debra have been married for years and have three children, but Ray still feels a bit unfulfilled. He confides in Robert that he feels like he's stuck in a rut and worries that he'll never experience the same joy that Robert has found with Amy.

Robert, being the supportive brother that he is, tries to cheer Ray up by suggesting that he start planning a romantic weekend getaway with Debra. Ray reluctantly agrees but isn't convinced that it's going to make any difference. Meanwhile, Robert and Amy's wedding plans are moving along at a rapid pace. They've booked the church, planned the reception, and picked out their wedding rings.

The day of the wedding finally arrives and the Barone family is dressed up and ready to go. Ray looks handsome in his suit but is still feeling a bit sad about his own situation. As Robert and Amy exchange their vows, Ray starts to realize that maybe he doesn't need to compare himself to his younger brother. He sees the happiness on Robert's face and begins to feel a sense of contentment that he hasn't felt in a long time.

After the ceremony, the family heads to the reception. Ray and Debra have the chance to dance together and talk about their future. Ray realizes that he's been taking his marriage for granted and makes a promise to himself to focus more on his family. The episode ends with Robert and Amy driving off into the sunset in a limousine, as the rest of the family waves goodbye.

Overall, "The Wedding (1)" is an emotional episode that deals with the universal theme of sibling rivalry and the fear of missing out. Ray is a relatable character who struggles with feelings of inadequacy, but ultimately learns a valuable lesson about the importance of family and taking the time to appreciate what he already has. The episode is filled with heartwarming moments and is sure to leave viewers with a smile on their face.