One Day at a Time Season 1 Episode 3 No Mass

Penelope tries to keep the peace at dinner when she invites Max's vegan hippie sister to meet the family. When she also invites Alex's new friend without telling Elena, things start to get chaotic. Meanwhile, Penelope's Catholic mother Lydia insists on throwing a "quinceaños" for Elena, but Elena wants nothing to do with the traditional ceremony. As Penelope juggles the conflicting desires of her family members, she also battles her own feelings about religion and tradition. With the help of her therapist, she navigates how to honor her family's customs while remaining true to her own values. The episode touches on themes of cultural identity, family dynamics, and the struggle to find balance.