Ep 1. I Don't Want to Do This Without You

The third season of Parenthood starts off with a bang with the episode titled "I Don't Want to Do This Without You". The Braverman family is back with their usual dramas, problems and heartwarming moments.

As always, the episode centers around the lives of the Braverman family, who are navigating through their relationships, careers and personal issues. The biggest event of the episode is the wedding of Julia and Joel, which is approaching quickly and causing chaos within the family.

The episode begins with Adam and Kristina revealing to their children that they are planning to have another baby. Max, their son who has Asperger's syndrome, is against the idea and demands that his parents do not have another child. Meanwhile, Crosby is struggling to adjust to life as a father and continues to make mistakes. He tries to juggle his new responsibilities with his job, but realizes that it is harder than he thought.

On the other hand, Sarah, the eldest sibling, is trying to get her life together and find a job. She is still trying to get over her ex-husband and figure out what she wants to do with her life. We see her interviewing for a job and connecting with the interviewer over their mutual love of literature.

Amber, Sarah's daughter, is starting to come into her own and is exploring her talents as a singer-songwriter. She gets a chance to perform at a bar and invites her mother to watch her sing. It is a beautiful moment for the mother-daughter duo as Sarah watches her daughter perform with pride.

Meanwhile, the wedding planning is causing a lot of tension between Julia and Joel. Julia is trying to make the wedding perfect and is stressing over every detail, while Joel is more laid back and wants to keep things simple. Julia's family also adds to the drama as they try to involve themselves in the planning.

The highlight of the episode is definitely the wedding itself. It is a beautiful ceremony with heartfelt speeches from family members and a touching moment when Julia's father walks her down the aisle. The family comes together to celebrate the union of Julia and Joel, and the touching moment brings tears to the eyes of many viewers.

The episode ends with Adam and Kristina revealing the gender of their baby to the family. It is a beautiful moment as the family celebrates another addition to the family.

Overall, "I Don't Want to Do This Without You" is a heartwarming and emotional episode that reminds us why Parenthood is one of the best family dramas out there. It tackles real-life issues and situations with grace and honesty, and the Braverman family continues to charm us with their quirks and flaws. The performances from the cast are outstanding, and the writing is superb. Any fan of the show is sure to enjoy this episode, and if you're just starting to watch Parenthood, this is a great episode to start with.