Ep 2. The Mom Seal

Alice has always been a fiercely independent woman, but now that she has fallen in love with Ben, she knows that she‘s going to have to let go of some of that independence and let him into her world. Imaginary Mary, Alice’s childhood imaginary friend, is there to help her through this journey, but her methods may not always be helpful.

In this episode, Alice is struggling with the idea of meeting Ben’s mother, who has been described to her as “difficult.” Alice is nervous about making a good impression on her future mother-in-law, and her anxiety is heightened when she learns that Ben’s mother is a seal enthusiast and that their first meeting will be at a seal-themed charity event.

Imaginary Mary tries to help, but her suggestions only make things worse. She convinces Alice to buy a seal costume, thinking it will be a cute and memorable way to make a good impression on Ben’s mother. Alice reluctantly agrees, but when she shows up at the party, she discovers that Ben’s mother is not just a regular seal enthusiast – she’s the president of the local seal club, and she takes her love for the animals very seriously.

Alice is mortified by her misstep and tries to hide in her seal costume, but Imaginary Mary encourages her to come out and be herself. Through a series of mishaps and miscommunications, Alice ends up making a connection with Ben’s mother – but not before she accidentally punches her in the face.

The episode also touches on the theme of family dynamics, as Ben’s relationship with his mother is explored. Alice observes the tension between the two and struggles to find her place in the middle of it. Meanwhile, Imaginary Mary reveals her own family history, explaining why she was created in the first place.

Overall, “The Mom Seal” is a charming episode that explores themes of family, identity, and the lengths we’ll go to impress the people we care about. It’s filled with laughs and heartwarming moments, and fans of the show are sure to enjoy it.