Ep 20. The Halfway Handoff
- TV-14
- July 23, 2021
- 43 min
The Halfway Handoff episode of Love After Lockup's third season is an emotional one as couples struggle with their relationships, old habits, and the separations caused by incarceration. Each couple is at a turning point in their relationship as they approach the halfway mark of their sentence.
Destinie and Shawn are dealing with a lot of anger and jealousy regarding each other's past relationships. While Shawn is upset about Destinie's decision to remain in contact with her ex-fiancé, Destinie is equally vexed by Shawn's decision to continue seeing a friend he had a romantic history with. These issues cause boundaries to be broken, with Destinie and Shawn both wondering if they should continue with the relationship.
Brittany and Ray have been navigating issues of trust and fidelity, and things come to a head when Ray gets caught self-destructing. Brittany's temper boils over, and their relationship is on the edge, leaving Ray wondering if he can keep it together.
Andrea is elated when her sons arrive to see her and her fiancé, Lamar, at their halfway house. The reunion is a huge milestone for the family, and it's clear that everyone is looking forward to the eventual release of Lamar, which appears just around the corner. But when Andrea's trust issues and Lamar's past as a gang leader resurface, their joy is immediately dampened.
Lacey's family drama is spiraling out of control, with her estranged mother reaching out with a surprise offer. The unexpected proposition poses a threat to her relationship with Shane, causing Lacey to wonder where to place her loyalty.
Finally, John and Kristianna's dual drug addictions have become a major obstacle for the couple. With John in recovery, Kristianna's actions are causing him to struggle, leading to a question of if he can really say no to temptation.
This episode is full of emotional highs and lows and leaves the couples facing difficult decisions. The Halfway Handoff leaves viewers wondering if their relationships can survive the challenges waiting on the other side.
