Ep 5. Love Under the Big Top

Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia are at home watching TV when they see an ad for the Circus. Sophia and Dorothy both explain the excitement they felt when they were young and went to the Circus. It is at this moment that the ladies decide they must attend the Circus and relive their memories of the spectacular show.

At the Circus, the ladies sit in the front row and enjoy the show. However, Blanche, who is notorious for seeking men, remains on high alert scouting for her next conquest. It is during intermission that Blanche meets a man named Rick, who is a circus strongman. Blanche invites him out for a drink, and the two hit it off. They talk for hours, and it seems that Blanche has finally found someone who is deeply interested in her.

The following day, Blanche is ecstatic about her newfound love interest, and she can't wait to see him again. However, Rick is nowhere to be found, and Blanche goes to the circus to try and find him. Blanche becomes distraught and asks around before discovering that Rick is a married man.

The ladies are worried about Blanche's well-being and try to cheer her up by inviting her out to dinner. However, Blanche uses the opportunity to talk about Rick, and this sets off a chain of events that leads to a deeper discussion about love and relationships.

During the conversation, Sophia mentions that her and her husband Sal were never truly in love but they still respected each other deeply and remained committed to one another. This leads to a discussion about whether love is really necessary in a relationship. They all agree that respect and loyalty are crucial aspects in any relationship.

The ladies also reminisce about their past relationships and how they weren't always happy with them. Rose mentions how her husband Charlie drank too much, and Dorothy talks about her ex-husband Stan's infidelity. It is refreshing to see the ladies be open with each other and acknowledge the difficulties of relationships.

As the conversation winds down, Blanche reveals that she's still hurting over Rick. However, Dorothy advises her that it's important to let go. Blanche takes this advice to heart and makes the decision to move on.

In the end, the ladies share another heartfelt moment filled with laughter, reminiscing, and reflection. They realize that they don't need to find love to be happy. Instead, they have each other and their unbreakable bond.

Love Under the Big Top is a beautiful episode that touches on the complexities of relationships and the importance of respecting oneself and others. It reminds us that love is not always easy, but true friendship and loyalty can be a source of immense joy and support.