Ep 8. The Walk For The Runs
- TV14
- November 27, 2012
- 21 min
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7.7 (237)
Raising Hope season 3 episode 8, titled "The Walk For The Runs," revolves around the Chance family as they participate in a charity walk to raise money for colon cancer research. The family finds out about the walk through Virginia's work at Howdy's Supermarket, where she is the assistant manager. She convinces her colleagues to join and they form a team known as "Howdy's Hoo Hahs."
Jimmy is initially hesitant about the walk, but he decides to participate after seeing Burt's enthusiasm for it. Burt, who has a fear of doctors and hospitals, is convinced that participating in the walk is his chance to make a difference in the fight against cancer. Meanwhile, Sabrina decides to join the walk on her own to support her friend who was recently diagnosed with colon cancer.
As the Chance family trains for the walk, they encounter several obstacles. Virginia struggles with her smoking addiction and finds it difficult to keep up with the rest of the team. Burt, who is determined to complete the entire walk, faces difficulties with his old age and lack of exercise. Meanwhile, Sabrina's friend drops out of the walk and Sabrina begins to question her own motivation for joining the cause.
During the walk, the family encounters several challenges, including depleting their water supply and getting lost in the woods. However, they persevere and eventually make it to the finish line. Along the way, they meet other participants, including a group of senior citizens who compete in the walk every year, and a man who lost his own wife to colon cancer.
The episode handles the sensitive topic of colon cancer with care and sensitivity, while still delivering the show's signature humor and heart. The Chance family's participation in the walk is a testament to their love for each other and their determination to make a positive impact in the world. The episode highlights the importance of supporting cancer research and raising awareness about the disease, while also celebrating the strength and resilience of those affected by it.
