Ep 19. Texas Pete and a Parking Lot Carnival

In Mom season 7 episode 19, titled "Texas Pete and a Parking Lot Carnival," Bonnie (played by Allison Janney) and the ladies from the AA group attend a carnival in a nearby parking lot. The carnival has set up shop for just one night, and Bonnie is eager to take part in the festivities.

Upon arrival, Bonnie immediately becomes enamored with a cowboy named Texas Pete (played by guest star Richard Kline). She flirts with him shamelessly, much to the amusement of her friends. However, Bonnie's attempts to impress Texas Pete soon start to go awry as he reveals himself to be a bit of a con artist.

Meanwhile, Christy (played by Anna Faris) struggles with some unexpected news from her boyfriend Gabriel (played by guest star Nate Corddry). Gabriel reveals that he has been offered a job in another state, and he is considering taking it. Christy is torn between wanting to stay with Gabriel and fearing that their relationship won't survive the distance.

As the evening wears on, the group finds themselves embroiled in a number of carnival games and activities. They try their hands at skee-ball, ring toss, and even a mechanical bull. However, their fun is cut short when they discover that Texas Pete has stolen some money from them.

With the help of a security guard and some quick thinking, the group is able to track down Texas Pete and get their money back. However, Bonnie is left feeling embarrassed and humiliated by her clumsy attempts at seduction.

At the end of the night, Christy and Gabriel have a heart-to-heart conversation about their future. Gabriel ultimately decides to take the job, but he and Christy make a commitment to try to make their relationship work long distance.

Overall, "Texas Pete and a Parking Lot Carnival" is a lighthearted and entertaining episode that showcases the strong bonds between the women of the AA group. It also tackles some important themes about love and commitment, challenging viewers to think about what they would do in Christy's situation.