Ep 2. Thirty Days Later

In Jersey Shore: Family Vacation season 3 episode 2, entitled "Thirty Days Later," the gang is back together again! After spending a month apart, they finally reunite in New Jersey, and things have changed. For starters, Deena has had a baby, and Snooki has retired from the party lifestyle. But despite these changes, the group still knows how to have a good time.

The episode starts off with Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino and his wife, Lauren, entering their beautiful new home. Mike is fresh out of prison and excited to start his new life as a free man. He tells the cameras that he's been through a lot in the past year, but he's grateful for the support of his family and Jersey Shore castmates.

Meanwhile, Ronnie is also going through some changes of his own. He reveals to the group that he's been seeing someone new and they've been together for over a month. When the other guys ask if she's the one, Ronnie admits that he's not sure, but he's enjoying the ride.

As the gang catches up, they decide to start their first night back in NJ with a family dinner. Deena brings her new baby CJ, and everyone is excited to see him. They sit down to eat and reminisce about old times. It's clear that they've all missed each other, and they're all happy to be back together again.

The next day, the group decides to throw Mike a welcome home party. They decorate the house with balloons and have a cake made that says "Welcome Home, Sitch." As they wait for Mike and Lauren to arrive, they all reflect on how much Mike has grown over the years. Snooki even admits that she now considers him to be like a brother to her.

When Mike finally arrives, he's taken aback by the surprises. He hugs everyone, and it's clear that he's genuinely happy to be back with his family. They all raise a toast to Mike's freedom and eat some cake.

Later that night, the group heads out to the club, but things start to get a little tense. Ronnie is still dealing with drama from his last relationship, and it's taking a toll on him. He ends up leaving the club early. The rest of the group tries to have a good time, but it's clear that something is bothering them.

The episode ends with the group reflecting on the changes that have happened in their lives over the past few years. They all agree that they're happy to be back together and that they'll always be there for each other, no matter what. Jersey Shore: Family Vacation season 3 episode 2, "Thirty Days Later," is a heartwarming episode that shows just how strong the bond between the Jersey Shore castmates can be.