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♪ Tell me, what's that sound that I hear? ♪
♪ Is that the drums of war in my ear? ♪
♪ We cling to our religion ♪
♪ But we can't heal our division ♪
♪ Mm ♪
♪ We're still shackled by our chains ♪
♪ Mm-mm
♪ Why can't we love?
♪ Why can't we love? ♪
♪ Why can't we love one another? ♪
♪ I wanna know, my friend, why can't we love? ♪
♪ Why can't we love?
♪ Why can't we love one another? ♪
♪ Ba-ba-ba-ba
♪ Ba, ba, ba-ba ♪
♪ Ba-ba, ba-ba
♪ Ba-ba
♪ Ba-ba-ba, ba-ba
♪ Ba-ba-ba
♪ Ba-ba ♪
♪ Mm, ooh ♪
♪ Why can't we love?
♪ Why can't we love ♪
♪ Why can't we love
one another? ♪
- ♪ I wanna know - ♪ Why can't we love
♪ Why can't we love
one another? ♪
♪ Don't look at my skin, my friend, why? ♪
♪ Ba-ba-ba-ba ♪
♪ Why can't we just love one another ♪
♪ Despite of the color?
♪ Ba-ba-ba-ba ♪
♪ Ba-ba, ba-ba ♪
Good afternoon.
Please come in.
Make yourselves comfortable.
Appreciate you seeing us on such short notice.
Well, of course. I'm here to help.
So, let's start with understanding why
you two are here in the first place.
It's just trust issues. We're hoping you can help us.
Yes, before things get even more...
let's just say, complicated.
Well, trust is the foundation of any good relationship.
And while it can be hard sometimes...
and complicated,
I'm sure that if we get to the root of the issue,
you two can solve it.
We've tried to solve it, but that did not work
because David just doesn't listen.
That makes me so frustrated.
to the point I don't wanna communicate
or even express how I feel.
Oh, no, no, no. That is not true, Sarah.
That is not true. I do listen to you.
You don't listen to me to hear my perspective.
You know, I don't think you respect me or listen to me.
You know what the problem is?
The problem is Sarah doesn't appreciate me.
No matter what I do in this home
or in this relationship,
all that effort, it goes unnoticed.
What do you mean? I do appreciate you,
but feeling unappreciated goes both ways, you know.
It's hard for me when I'm constantly trying
to communicate with him,
but it's like talking to a brick wall.
What?! I do-- No, no, no, no. I do hear you.
I may not hear you the way youwant, but I hear you.
It's not just about hearing the words.
It's about understanding. It's about really being present
- and engaging with me. - Yeah, I engage with you--
We're in the same room, but your mind is in the clouds--
Okay!
Calm down.
Let's all just breathe in.
Hold it. Breathe out.
All right. Good.
It's important for me to get both of your perspectives,
just...one at a time.
All right.
Before we dive into your story,
how about I share a little bit of mine?
Yourstory?
We wouldn't mind hearing you out
as long as you're comfortable to talk about it.
Of course. I wouldn't suggest it if I wasn't.
You see, in life, we go through so many experiences.
And the ones especially in love,
they help teach us a lot.
I've been through many lessons.
And sometimes it takes going through them over and over
and over again before we actually learn them.
And when I was finally ready to learn my lesson,
it helped me make the decision in my life.
So, you've been through relationship troubles, too?
More than you might ever think.
You see, life isn't fair to anyone.
We must all go through our tests and trials and tribulations
that take us to where we are today
to making the right decisions.
My story is like anyone else's.
♪ Yeah ♪
♪ How you looking calm, baby, in spite ♪
♪ Of that body stretching out your pinstripes ♪
♪ Got so much to tell you, come on inside ♪
♪ Hey ♪
♪ You was MIA from the invite ♪
♪ Wanna keep me down with my hands tied ♪
Tiff.
- That's Mr. McAfee. - Who?
Mr. McAfee, who's looking for a new human resource manager.
I have got to introduce you two.
He's right there. Let's go. Come on. Let's go.
Hey, where are you two going?
Just wait right here and watch our stuff.
We'll be right back.
Okay.
Excuse me. I think I'm lost.
- What? - I'm lost.
Can you give me directions?
Directions to where?
Back to Earth.
'Cause looking at you, I got to be in heaven.
Looks like I'm on the right track.
Hey, do you mind if I join you?
Look, I won't get up all up in your space.
I just couldn't pass up the opportunity
to have a conversation with you.
Just for a little bit.
I'm-a take that as a yes.
So, um...what's your name?
Lexie.
Lexie Jackson.
It was nice to meet you, sexy. Ah, I meant Lexie.
Okay. Nice to meet you, too.
Can I get you a drink?
I mean, I guess another margarita wouldn't hurt.
Um, I'll have another margarita.
Okay.
Thank you.
So, Lexie, do you wanna play a game?
What's the game?
The game is I'm going to ask you a question.
Personal questions. But let me guess the answer.
You down?
I mean, I'm always down for a challenge, so...
Okay, question one. It's an easy question.
If you go anywhere in the world,
where would you go?
Ah-ah. Remember the rules.
Let me guess.
You tell me if I'm right or wrong.
- Okay. - Okay?
Judging by your adventurous vibe,
I'm-a guess...
Thailand.
Why would you say Thailand?
Because...tropical atmosphere,
beautiful beaches,
nice restaurants, luxurious resorts.
But can you see yourself going to Thailand?
I mean, if you describe it like that,
yeah, I can see myself going to Thailand.
Okay. All right, next question.
If you could master any skill overnight,
what would it be?
With those big eyes,
I bet you see the beauty in everything.
So, I'm-a guess...painting. That's what I'm gonna guess.
See, the greatest painters in the world,
they paint the world through the eyes.
I would love to see the world through your eyes.
Am I close?
Say you're pretty close.
Last question.
If you can have dinner with any historical person,
who would it be?
You look like somebody who...
values intellect and appreciates poetry,
so, I'm-a guess...
Oscar Wilde or...
Maya Angelou.
Am I right?
Am I right about you?
Maya Angelou.
Pretty good at this.
Is there anything you wanna ask me?
Oh. No, not really.
Not even my name? You don't wanna know my name?
Girl, you don't wanna know my name?
Well, I'm sorry. What's your name?
See, I thought you would never ask.
I'm Jeremiah.
Jeremiah Cooper.
So, uh, sexy...would you like to go somewhere alone?
I'm actually here with my friends, so...
Your friends? You ain't got no friends.
Where your friends at? You-- You ain't got no friends, girl.
We'll be back before they even know you gone.
Well...I guess, if we come back soon.
How's tomorrow?
How about the day after that?
Come on. Let's go.
- Would you like some water? -No, we're good.
You know, if my husband wasn't here,
I would have asked you to give me more of the juicy details.
Well, let's keep it professional for now, Sarah.
Just for now.
- So...where were we? - Oh, hold on, hold on.
Okay, so...I-I agree with you with that whole learning
somebody else's past, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah,
David!
Butdo we really need to know your love story right now?
Aren't you charging us by the hour?
I mean, see what I mean?
Just another way of making more money.
Firstly, David, I really would like to thank you
for being so upfront and honest with me.
Now, I respect that, and at this point,
expect it from all my clients.
Secondly, I know while this may seem very unnecessary
and maybe even annoying at times.
Trust me, all right?
I wouldn't be sharing this if I didn't think
it would add value to our session.
- But you're still an expert-- - David, please let her continue.
Please. Trust me.
Every therapist has
their methods on how they choose to help their clients.
This would be mine. All right?
An interesting and novel way indeed.
Thank you for saying that.
I respect your time and your patience,
which is why I'd like to continue
until our session is over.
All right, so where were we?
Now, this next gentleman who I met...
...is definitely someone who's memorable
to the prospects that I have.
Well, well, well.
If it isn't the art broker extraordinaire
selling millions on art, I see.
Hey, Lexie. If only it were that easy,
but I'm hoping to make some good deals today.
Just another glamorous day in the life of an art broker.
It's not always as glamorous as it seems, Lexie.
There is a lot of pressure,
especially when big deals like thisare on the line.
Brooke, it's you we're talking about.
Come on, girl. I have faith in you. You got this.
Thank you, Lexie.
Mm.
Hello? Okay.
They're here.
I'm gonna go take care of this. And why don't you look around?
I mean, there is some amazing pieces of art here.
Don't worry about me. Okay? Good luck.
- Thank you. - You got this.
Wow.
This is...amazing.
Thank you.
- Did you do this? - I did.
Brooke told me about you.
You're Mr. Clark, right?
Yeah, Mr. Clark. You just call me Maurice.
And you are?
Lexie. Lexie Jackson.
Lexie Jackson. Nice to meet you, Lexie.
Nice to meet you.
Oh. I'm...so sorry.
Can I help you?
Um...Yeah, actually.
I was...wondering if...
maybe you'd wanna get coffee sometime?
- Cup of coffee? - Mm-hmm.
Hmm. When?
Now.
Okay. I know a coffee shop
around the corner that's perfect.
- Okay. - Come on.
Can you believe this is your first time doing this?
I'm just so glad you decided to join me today.
Yeah, I've been wanting to do something like this for a while,
but just never got around to it, you know?
Well, look, you're here now, and that's what matters.
Trust me. When you see the difference we make,
you'll be hooked.
So, I was thinking maybe we could organize
a clothing drive this week.
With winter coming, it could really help out those in need.
Oh, yeah, that's a great idea.
Uh-huh. And then we could team up
with some local shelters in the area,
just to make sure those donations
get to who they need to get to.
So, what is...
Can I ask you something?
What's up?
What motivates you to do this?
I don't know. I mean, I guess it just feels good,
do something tangible, you know?
See the impact of your efforts
and how they affect people firsthand.
But you know what makes it even better?
- We get to do it together. - Yes.
I'm so excited to show you the ropes.
Thanks for encouraging me to come out.
Of course.
I'm ready to make a difference today.
That's the spirit.
Well, I need to go get the rest of the stuff.
Are you gonna be okay making the rest of the magic happen?
Okay. Yeah. Take your time. I'll handle this.
All right. You got it. I believe in you.
- Come on, Lex. You got this. - Uh, hey.
Yeah?
- You need a hand? - Oh, um...
- I can help. - I mean, you don't have to,
but if you want, you're more than welcome to.
Yeah.
Take a break.
Now, it's good to stay hydrated in this heat.
Thank you. It's really hot.
I'm Ethan, by the way.
Lexie.
Nice to meet you, Lexie. That's a...
- That's a cute name. - Well, thank you.
It's a pleasure to meet you, too.
I'll, uh, be over here if you need me for anything else.
Sounds good. Thanks.
Okay. Okay, so...
several different men, several different stories.
Yes, and each of them
teaching me valuable lessons on love, life...
and about myself.
Okay, so... what happened next?
Well, someone's curious now.
Um...
I mean...
Yousaid... that you had to finish
this story before the end of our session.
Come on. You can't tell the audience
to leave the theater once the movie started.
Mm-hmm.
Well, that's actually a really good analogy.
And all right. All right. You win.
I am now eager to find out
about these different men
in your life.
Well, thank you. But...let me remind you,
it wasn't always rainbows and roses.
The amount of tears I've shed...
Far too many.
And those gray, dark, gloomy days?
So many I can't even count.
You know...
My heart...
shattered to pieces.
I was really, really broken.
We're listening.
Hold on. Let me tell you the truth.
Jeremiah and I, we go way back.
That guy really taught me some harsh life lessons.
Babe, wake up.
Don't you have to go to work?
I wanna sleep a little bit longer.
All right.
Don't go.
Jeremiah, don't be like that.
Mnh-mnh. Stay.
♪ Yo, baby, what's up? I wrote you a song ♪
♪ You better throw this thing on ♪
♪ Take it all for what it is ♪
♪ What it is, what it is, what it is, what it is ♪
♪ It ain't all so big ♪
♪ So big, so big, so big, so big ♪
♪ Take it all for what it is ♪
♪ What it is, what it is, what it is, what it is ♪
♪ It ain't all so bad
Thank you for waking me up.
Of course. Did you want some coffee?
Yes, please.
This is for you.
Oh. Thank you for making me this lovely breakfast.
Well, it was made by yours truly,
so you know it's gonna taste amazing.
I'm sure of that. Mm-hmm.
Oh. Be ready at 8:00.
- I'm gonna pick you up. - Sure. What's the occasion?
Can't a hot guy take his hot girlfriend out on a date?
Oh, shoot. Well, this hot girlfriend
will be ready for anything.
Perfect. Just remember, I'm-a come by and pick you up.
- 8:00. - All right. Sounds good.
One second.
I gotta go.
Uh, but what about your coffee?
There's no time.
All right.
- Mm. - Did you have to give me
such a loving kiss before you leave?
I couldn't give you an unloving kiss, could I?
I'll miss you.
I'll miss you more.
- Mm. - Mm-mm-mm-mm.
I don't want to make you late.
Please make me late. Make me late. Make me late.
Oh.
- Now go to work. - All right.
Remember, be ready. 8:00 sharp.
All right. Sounds good. See you later.
- Love you. - Love you, too.
♪ All my old flame watching my page ♪
♪ Say they miss what I gave them ♪
♪ I'm doing fine now
♪ I feel amazing ♪
♪ I'm out of their range
♪ Keep 'em guessing when they ask about us ♪
Hi.
Sexy Lexie.
Oh, my God. They're so beautiful.
- I love them. - I knew you would.
Wow. You look beautiful tonight.
I'm so...I'm so happy to be in love with you.
That's the sweetest thing anyone has ever said.
But...there's just one thing.
- What? What are you doing? - Hold on, hold on.
Oh, let's see.
Perfect. I like it this way.
All right, I'm gonna put these in some water, okay?
Okay.
Thanks again, babe.
Are you ready to go?
Yeah, yeah. Give me one second.
- All right, let's go. - Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.
Where's your jacket?
- Huh? - Your jacket.
But it's such nice weather outside.
Lexie, you know how I feel about these guys
with these fucking googly eyes staring at your body.
Jeremiah, are you for real?
Lexie, please. For me.
All right. Fine.
I'll go get one.
All right, perfect.
Thanks, babe.
Hm.
- Let's go now. - Okay.
So, I was thinking, um, after this, go back to my place.
I'll get you a bottle of your favorite wine.
You know, just me and you hang out, just us.
Well, that'll work. I don't have to get into work
until, like, 2 p.m. tomorrow, so...
Okay, yeah, you ain't gonna sleep much.
But you're gonna sleep well.
- Here you go. - Sleep real good.
Wow, that's a really nice watch you have there, sir.
Thanks.
It's a lot more than what you make here, buddy.
I'll be back, sir.
Jeremiah, you can't go around saying stuff like that.
Stuff like what?
Like what you just said to the poor guy.
- He sure was poor. - Jeremiah, come on.
What?
Okay, Lexie, I'm sorry. Okay?
- We'll-- - Thank you for dining with us.
Hope you both have a great rest of your night.
A terrible-ass waiter.
Let's just--Let's just go. Let's just go.
This ruined the night.
Let's go.
Babe. Babe!
- What?! - What's wrong with you?!
There's nothing wrong with me, okay?
You sure about that? 'Cause you're sure acting weird.
The hell are you talking about?
Jeremiah, you've been acting really weird lately.
Weird? What do you mean, weird?
I don't know, but you sure as hell
weren't acting like this before.
Lexie, let's not go down that road.
And what the hell's that supposed to mean?
Hello? I'm talking to you.
Thank you.
Lexie, come on. Get your ass in the car.
No, I'm not, Jeremiah.
Lexie, don't cause a scene out here.
I'm the one causing a scene?
You're the one clearly causing a scene.
You know, I'm sick of your bitching.
You know what? What do you want me to do?
Huh? What do you want me to do?
- You know what I want you to do? - What?
Go home by yourself with your bitch ass!
Hey, hey, please get in the car.
Go away, Jeremiah. I don't wanna talk to you.
Well, please get in the car.
You know what? Whatever.
Okay.
So? Okay, what happened?
We were having such a good time.
Okay.
And it's like he changed into a completely different person.
He was being such a dick!
- Okay. - It was so embarrassing.
Okay, well, let's just calm down, all right?
How long have y'all been together?
I don't know.
Eight months?
Lex, I mean... you can't really know a person
in just eight months.
I guess.
I mean, he was so good to me for those months.
It's like he just switched up on me.
It doesn't make any sense.
Oh, okay. Okay, okay. It's okay. It's okay.
Look, come here.
Come.
Look, I'm so sorry this happened to you, Lexie.
It's okay.
Look, I'm always a call away.
Thanks, Tiff.
Of course.
But as much as I wanna stay, I do have work tomorrow, so...
Yeah, I know. I won't hold you against your will.
I appreciate you.
Yeah.
Thanks for picking me up.
Of course. You know I got you.
Now get some rest. Don't stay up all night.
- I won't. - All right. Good night.
Good night.
Fucking asshole.
Lex...
About last night...
I apologize for acting the way I did.
I made a really big mistake, and I realize that now.
Do you really, Jeremiah?
I do.
Please, Lexie,
give me another chance.
I shouldn't have disrespected you.
For starters.
Look, I'm working on my anger issues.
Lexie...
I love you.
And I promise...
promise to be good.
I promise to be good.
Pinkie promise?
Here is your coffee.
I hope you enjoy.
And please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you.
Ordered you a cup of coffee.
Thanks.
Hold on. Hold on. Excuse me.
What's wrong?
You gave me the wrong order.
Oh.
I'm so sorry, sir, but I gave you what you ordered.
A hot caramel macchiato with two pumps of caramel, right?
Yes, that's what I ordered, but this...
This? This doesn't taste like that.
- This tastes like shit. - Jeremiah.
So, go back there and get me another cup.
Now!
Okay.
Wait. Come here. Come here, come here.
Can you please get this damn cup?
What the hell is wrong with you?!
You know what? I can't do this anymore.
We're done!
Lexie.
You. This is your damn fault.
- This is your fault. - Emma.
Sir, I'm gonna have to ask you to leave.
You're disturbing my place and these people.
It's her fault.
She doesn't know how to make a damn cup of coffee.
Whatever the reason is, I don't care.
Now leave, or I'm calling the cops.
Okay. Okay.
Uh, your bill.
Have a good day.
What the hell are y'all looking at?
Nosy-ass people.
Yes?
Hello.
I'm Wanda. I'm Jeremiah's sister.
You're what?
You have a pretty house.
Thank you so much.
I mean...
it's quite cute.
I hope you don't mind me asking, but why are you here?
I like how you come to the point.
Lexie, I'm sure you have a lot of questions
on your mind right now, but I just came to tell you
that Jeremiah loves you a lot.
And he would do anything to get you back.
Thank you. I'm flattered, but...
that ship sailed long before he got on it.
Lexie, look, I know why you mad at Jeremiah,
but trust me, he's a good man.
And sure, he loses his temper from time to time,
but he seems more committed
and connected to you than anyone else.
I never seen him so happy before he met you.
I know this isn't my place to tell, but...
Jeremiah and I went through a lot when we were children,
and he was always protective of me.
The things we've been through, it's a lot to handle.
He's done pretty good working through those issues.
Sometimes they come up every now and then, but...
but he means right.
So, Lexie, please.
Give Jeremiah another chance.
He's a good guy. He'll keep you happy.
The decision is up to you.
Lexie, Jeremiah is more than ready
to spend the rest of his life with a wonderful woman like you.
And trust me, he will wait for you as long as it takes.
But at the end of the day,
that decision is yours to make.
I'll see myself out.
You have a good night.
Good night.
You're up early.
Yeah, well, been asleep right next to you.
What's wrong?
Your eggs are burning.
Well, I hope you like your eggs burnt.
Ha! Ain't afraid of no burnt eggs.
All right.
This is one hell of a masterpiece.
Well, it's your fault for kissing me.
Don't blame me, woman.
Just giving you the love I think you deserve.
I love you. You know that?
Mm. Well, I already love you.
Lexie, don't forget our date tonight.
Meet me at the museum at 8.
♪ I close my eyes
♪ I try to dream
♪ Picture perfect in my mind ain't what it seems ♪
♪ A thousand tries ♪
♪ Till I succeed
♪ Together we're beyond infinity ♪
♪ Like an hourglass sinking fast ♪
♪ Seconds, minutes, hours pass ♪
♪ I'm still trying to figure it out ♪
♪ What is time?
♪ I wanna know ♪
♪ What is time?
♪ Tell me, tell me ♪
♪ What is time? ♪
♪ Don't live your life like a clock on the wall ♪
♪ What is time? ♪
♪ Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh ♪
♪ We chase the clock ♪
♪ We go our ways ♪
♪ Feels like getting loose
♪ And trapped in a darkest maze ♪
♪ What is time? ♪
♪ I wanna know ♪
♪ What is time? ♪
♪ Tell me, tell me what is time? ♪
♪ Don't live your life like a clock on the wall ♪
So, did you have a good time tonight?
Of course. I enjoy spending every day with you.
All right. I like that.
You know what I enjoy doing even more, though?
What is that?
Eating dessert.
Ooh. I can definitely go for some dessert.
There's actually this ice cream spot
right around the corner that my homeboy be telling me about.
Why'd you stop?
Okay. All right.
I should have caught that.
- I'm sorry. - It's okay.
What's the rush?
Trying to get some dessert.
♪ What is time? ♪
♪ I wanna know ♪
♪ What is time?
♪ What is time? ♪
Did you make those with charcoal or graphite?
Number 2 pencil.
Mm.
What was your inspiration for her?
Mm.
She kind of encapsulates the entirety of femininity.
You got the long hair.
You got the love bit rooted.
Strong, elegant, vivacious all at the same time.
Gotta put it to the-- put it to the pad, you know?
And her?
That's same type of energies.
Wow. Tender and ferocious all in one.
I got Biggie right here.
Gotta pay homage to that. He's one of my favorites.
Gucci Mane right here.
Rick Ross. Lud Foe.
Something about seeing...
caricatures of real life people
brings forth more emotions.
I don't know.
I'm not sure what to really think about us.
I know I taste better than that ice cream,
but he seems to be more into everything else but me.
Hey, it's Jeremiah.
Leave a message if you want, and I'll get back to you.
What are we doing?
Hey.
Hey, Lexie.
Long time no see.
You look amazing.
Well, you look pretty good, too, yourself, Jeremiah.
Thank you.
How you been?
I've been good.
Oh, come--come and have a seat.
I've been thinking about you a lot lately.
And I owe you an apology.
I've been going to therapy,
and I've been working really, really hard
on my anger and control issues.
That's...great, Jeremiah. I'm really happy for you.
Man, you look more beautiful than the last time I saw you.
Lexie...
I want you to know...
that you're the only woman for me.
And I hope...
Hope you feel like I'm the only man for you.
Jeremiah...
I'm flattered, but I just don't see myself
making the same mistakes I made in the past.
Come on, Lexie.
People change.
Why don't you give us another shot?
You're right.
People do change...
which is why I don't see us going back to who we were.
We're not going back to the past.
We're going forward.
Something new.
Still love me, right?
So, what is it?
It's not like you're seeing someone else.
Are you?
What's his name?
No. Jeremiah. I'm not gonna do this again.
Do what?
♪ Somewhere down the road...
I gotta go.
♪ We hit a dead end ♪
♪ Dead end ♪
♪ So, I tried, tried and tried ♪
♪ It only made me cry, made me cry ♪
♪ And now there's nowhere to go ♪
I have Maurice,
but I keep thinking about Jeremiah.
What keeps pulling me back to my past?
I wonder, has he changed?
Maybe hehas changed.
♪ Oh-oh-oh ♪
Hey, it's Jeremiah. Leave a message if you want,
and I'll get back to you.
♪ Girlfriend
Jeremiah, it's Lexie.
I had some time to think about what you said today.
Let's talk.
♪ Tried and tried, it only made me cry ♪
♪ Made me cry, and now there's nowhere to go from here ♪
♪ We hit a dead end
♪ A dead end
Hello?
- Lexie, Mom is in the hospital. - What?
It's serious. You need to come now.
Why? What happened? Is she okay?
I don't know. Lexie, just come, please.
Okay, okay. I'm on my way.
Lexie, what's wrong? Looks like you've seen a ghost.
My mom--she's at the hospital. I don't know what happened.
I just know I really need to go right now.
Lexie, whoa, whoa, whoa. I'm sorry. Let me drive you.
No, thank you. I'll drive myself.
Look, Lexie, stop.
You got too much to worry about. Let me drive you.
You sure? I don't wanna impose.
Don't worry about that right now.
You need to worry about your mother. I'm taking you, okay?
Okay. Look, I'm-a get you there as fast as I can.
Fortunately, she suffered a, uh, minor heart attack.
She is stable.
However, we would like to keep her
in observation for a couple of days.
Thanks, Doctor.
Yeah, thank you so much.
I'll, um, leave you both to it.
I'm-a go see Mom. Are you gonna be okay
- right here for a second? - Yeah. Go ahead.
Thanks for being here, Jeremiah.
Where else would I be?
How's your mom?
Stable for now.
They're keeping her for observation.
That's good to hear.
♪ Beneath the starlit sky
♪ Our love's secret line ♪
♪ Like leaves...
Lex...
everything's gonna be all right.
♪ Beneath the moonlight ♪
I'm starting to believe that.
♪ Gets me every time ♪
Oh, uh, package for Lexie Jackson.
Yeah, that's me.
Oh, okay. Sign right here for me.
Thank you.
All right. Thank you.
Wow.
It's gotta be Maurice.
♪ Maybe this is the season of love ♪
You look amazing tonight.
Well, thanks, Ethan. You look pretty sharp yourself.
Thank you.
♪ We won't give up on dancing, and across the floor we fly ♪
What's on your mind?
Oh, it's nothing.
You sure?
♪ In the air
Okay.
♪ I hold you so close ♪
♪ I think you must hear my heart tingle ♪
♪ We're heading home ♪
That Impossible steak was impossibly good.
It looked good. I see. I should have had some of that.
I mean, mine was cool, but yours looked amazing.
I mean, have you always been vegetarian?
Only two years.
Mm.
It aligns with my values now, you know?
I totally get that.
I mean, I've been trying to cut back on meat myself, honestly.
- Really? - Yeah.
It's...health issues and...
With Ethan,
it feels different. Lighter.
Just two people here in the moment.
Is this what it's supposed to feel like?
♪ And every time I turn around ♪
♪ Trying to get my feet back on the ground ♪
♪ Many tears I had to cry
♪ Sometimes it felt like I could die ♪
Is this a new beginning or a sign to revisit the past?
-♪ Storm - ♪ Storm ♪
- ♪ The rain - ♪ Rain ♪
- ♪ The hurt - ♪ Hurt
- ♪ pain - ♪ Pain ♪
- ♪ Storm - ♪ Storm ♪
It's been a while. Can we talk?
♪ The pain
- ♪ I can take the storm - ♪ Storm ♪
- ♪ The rain - ♪ Rain
- ♪ All the hurt - ♪ Hurt ♪
- ♪ Pain - ♪ Pain
- ♪ I can take the storm - ♪ Storm ♪
- ♪ And all the rain - ♪ Rain ♪
- ♪ The hurt - ♪ The hurt ♪
♪ The pain, 'cause you gave me hope ♪
♪ Hope ♪
♪ Lord, you gave me joy
♪ Right in the midst of the storm ♪
♪ When my life was broken and torn ♪
♪ You wiped away the pain
Had a great time tonight.
Want to grab brunch this weekend?
♪ I wanna thank you, Lord ♪
♪ Wanna thank you, Lord ♪
♪ Thank you for a brand-new day ♪
♪ Yeah, yeah ♪
♪ Brand-new day ♪
♪ I wanna thank you, Lord ♪
Is something missing here?
♪ For a brand-new day ♪
Why do I feel like
I'm waiting for the shoe to drop?
♪ My, my-my-my, my-my-my ♪
♪ I wanna thank you, Lord
♪ For a brand-new day ♪
Ooh. Thank you.
This looks good.
- Thank you. - Dig in.
All right. I am excited to dig into this.
Speaking of excited, I have a surprise for you.
Really?
Check your phone.
What is it?
Just check your phone.
I got us tickets to the concert.
I knew you love this artist, so...
Ethan, that's so thoughtful of you.
I aim to please.
Um...
I...just knew that, uh, something to you.
So, I took a listen, and, man, I could definitely
say, like, Wess Morgan is amazing.
I mean, I enjoy his music.
And like I said, that song "Tears" really, really got me.
Um...
Yeah, and, uh...
I wanted to see his concert, but--
This is almost too good to be true.
Is this even sustainable? Can anyone be this perfect?
Or am I walking into a beautiful illusion
destined to shatter?
What do I really want?
It's important.
Hey, what's going on, y'all?
It's Ethan, doing one of my morning walks.
And I just feel like talking about love.
It's not about how good you look,
and it's definitely not about being perfect.
It's about being real, being vulnerable,
and being brave enough to show it.
He seems to have it all--
charm, thoughtfulness,
emotional intelligence.
He's almost...too perfect.
How'd you sleep?
See you tonight.
Why is it that the more perfect things seem,
the more I question them?
Am I looking for flaws that aren't there,
or is it my gut trying to tell me something?
You look absolutely stunning tonight.
Mm.
Well, you don't look too bad yourself, Ethan.
Thank you.
Wow. This looks incredible.
And you even knew where to put all the silverware.
Well, when I have someone as beautiful as you,
I like to be on my best behavior.
Shall we eat? I made all this for you.
All for me?
Well, maybe some of this were leftovers I had.
Relax. I'm just joking.
Ah.
So, that's pretty much how I spend my college years.
Just exams, books, and occasional parties.
What about you?
Ah, you know, the usual.
Studying, partying, friendships.
Some reckless decisions here and there.
Mm.
Reckless decisions?
A rite of passage, wouldn't you say?
Absolutely.
You know, you've been pretty open about your college years.
Mm-hmm.
You never really talked about how
you spent life after that.
What did you do after graduation?
Mm.
Nothing particular. Just...
work, work, and more work.
I...um...
I didn't really have time for nothing else. It's...
I don't wanna bore you with the details.
Sure, but it's never really boring to learn
more about someone you care about, right?
Perhaps some other time.
Today should be about the person.
Right?
Right.
So...you and Ethan, huh?
Things are getting pretty serious.
I mean, it's different with him.
It's comfortable.
No drama.
- Ooh. - No chaos.
And after everything I've been through,
it's a welcome change.
So, this Ethan guy sounds like a real catch.
You know, charming and considerate
and successful. Okay.
But, I mean, there's gotta be...something.
That's just it, Brooke. I can't find the catch.
It's unnerving.
It's almost like he's too...perfect?
Ugh.
I mean, is that even possible?
Well, wait.
Comfortable is good, Lex.
Comfortable's good. But is it enough?
I mean...
do you see a future with him?
I don't know.
I guess I never really thought that far ahead.
Mm.
Right now I'm just...enjoying my peace.
You know what they say, Lexie.
Sometimes people can wear a mask for years.
Okay? It's easy to get caught up
in the romance of things
and ignore all the red flags.
Exactly. And remember, comfort's a double-edged sword.
You just don't wanna get too comfortable,
let your guard down, and then you end up getting hurt by him.
That's fair. I definitely don't want to get hurt again.
You know what? You're both right.
I've just been so used to emotional roller coasters
that the thought of something stable
seems so good and foreign.
Maybe it's too good to be true.
I should tread carefully.
Look, simple and good is...
it's what we all strive for.
But if your gut
is telling you that something seems...off,
listen to it.
Sometimes too good to be true is just that--
a façade.
You're right.
I've just been so eager to find something stable that...
I may have overlooked a few signs.
Exactly. Yes.
Keep your eyes open, Lexie.
And remember, you're not alone, okay?
We care about you.
We're here for you.
And you can always turn to me
for realistic perspective.
Okay, Brooke. Okay, slow down.
You had a little bit too much to drink.
Lex, look, it doesn't mean that it's a façade.
Just have a conversation.
Make sure you're both on the same page
emotionally speaking.
You don't wanna get hurt,
but you don't wanna hurt him either.
Okay. It's time I have a serious talk with him.
There you go. So, cheers to making good choices.
- To making good choices. - Come on, Brooke.
To making good choices.
What's going on here?
Ethan seems like the perfect match.
But yet Jeremiah still has this hold on me.
What do I really want?
With Ethan, it's like reading a book
with a predictable, comforting plot.
But with Jeremiah, it's like an intricate novel
full of twists and turns that both excite and terrify me.
♪ I can see so clear, ooh
♪ You've been real ♪
♪ You said you never would forsake me ♪
♪ Forsake me ♪
♪ You're my savior, you're my shield ♪
♪ Ooh ♪
I really enjoy spending time with you, Lexie.
You're someone special, not for nothing.
♪ Like you did in Galilee
I feel the same way, Ethan.
♪ I'm so grateful for the Holy Spirit ♪
♪ You've given me
♪ Mm-mm ♪
But there's something I've been meaning to talk to you about.
All right. What's on your mind?
♪ Yeah ♪
You see, in the past,
I've made a habit of ignoring red flags in relationships.
And I told myself I wouldn't do that again.
And believe me, you've been amazing.
But...I just can't help but feel like you're holding back.
Mm.
Almost like you're hiding something.
♪ I can see so clear, so clear
♪ After the rain ♪
Am I wrong?
♪ Now that my tears are gone
♪ Now that my tears are gone ♪
You're not wrong.
♪ No more
I do hold back sometimes.
But it's not because I don't care about you, Lexie.
It's because I'm afraid.
Afraid of what?
Afraid of... losing something good.
I've made-- I've made mistakes, Lexie--
mistakes I'm not proud of.
I'm afraid my past will catch up to me and ruin this.
Ethan, we all have a past.
You know, what matters is who you are today
and who you strive to become.
And...striving to become someone worthy of you.
But I do have fears.
Fears of failing in my career.
Fears of not living up to the person I strive to be.
Fears of failing in this relationship.
It's okay, Ethan.
Look...
vulnerability-- it's not a sign of weakness.
It's a sign that you're human.
Listen, uh, Lexie,
I know I should have told you this earlier,
but the reason why I didn't tell you
about my life after college is because I...
Because...
after graduation,
I met the so-called love of my life,
and...I...
...got married.
What?!
Why didn't you tell me this?
Well, I-I just--I...
Are you still married?
What? No. No, we are not still married.
We've been divorced for 10 months,
but we've been separated two and a half,
close to three years.
For a while,
I did try to get back with her and work things out.
But as time went on, I realized that was not gonna happen.
I didn't tell you because...
I realized that I'd closed that chapter in my life
a long time ago,
and I've been ready to move on with the right person.
And when was the last time you saw her?
Oh...two weeks ago.
- Two weeks?! - That was just to give her
her mail that I received.
Oh, yeah, I'm sure you received the package, all right.
You know what, Ethan? We all have a past.
But how do you hide the fact that you were married?
I'm truly sorry, Lexie.
I wasn't trying to hide anything from you. I...
I didn't tell you because I didn't wanna bring up
old hurts and pains.
You know what, Ethan?
It's very clear to me that you and I were not
on the same page, all right?
And I need time to figure out what the hell this is.
Hell, I need time to figure out what I want right now.
But this? This ain't giving. Okay?
Okay. Okay.
Where the hell is the door?
It's...
♪ Hold on, friend
♪ Trouble soon ♪
♪ Will end ♪
♪ Brighter days ♪
♪ Will soon be on their way ♪
♪ Life has pain
♪ Sometimes sunshine ♪
♪ Sometimes rain ♪
♪ Just alone ♪
♪ Go ahead and cry
♪ It's all right
♪ Weeping only endures for a night ♪
♪ Go ahead and cry ♪
♪ Keep the fight
♪ And He will be right by your side ♪
♪ Go ahead and cry
♪ 'Cause sometimes ♪
♪ You need to clear your sight ♪
♪ Go ahead and cry ♪
You decide to come see a therapist?
Tell me what's on your mind.
I don't know what's wrong with me.
It's like my choice in men.
I'm drawn to the complexity, the emotional roller coasters.
Why can't I just find something
more simple and just be happy with that?
Well, relationships often do mirror
the emotional obstacles that we need to overcome
within our own selves.
Have you considered that?
I mean, yes, but it's exhausting.
I keep--I keep going back and forth
between someone who challenges me
emotionally and intellectually
and someone who just makes my life easier.
Is it too much to ask to have both?
No. No, Lexie, it's not too much to ask for.
But it may be a lot to expect out of one person.
See... you're looking for a balance,
and that's perfectly normal.
But the bigger question is,
are you able to find that balance in you first?
I don't know.
All I know is that I'm tired.
I'm tired of second guessing.
I'm tired of overthinking every relationship.
I'm just tired.
I just... I just wanna be happy.
And you deserve to be, Lexie.
But happiness is a journey.
It's not a destination.
And sometimes it's about making hard choices.
And then learning to live with those choices.
Choices, choices.
I hate making choices.
What do I really want?
♪ Sexy baby ♪
♪ I'm gonna stay right here ♪
♪ Don't leave me be, yeah
♪ Can't let you go
♪ I can't let you go
♪ Can't let you go ♪
♪ Can't let you go, yeah ♪
♪ Can't let you go
♪ Can't let you go, yeah ♪
♪ Can't let you go ♪
♪ I can't, I can't let ♪
♪ I can't let, I can't let, yeah, yeah ♪
♪ I can't let you go ♪
♪ You can't tell me to let go, baby ♪
♪ Can't let you go ♪
♪ 'Cause I love you, I love you ♪
♪ Can't let you go ♪
♪ 'Cause I love you, yeah ♪
♪ Can't let you go
Why do so many relationships fail?
Love is important, but it's not enough on its own.
Love can't carry an entire relationship.
It's about your self-awareness,
your growth in a partnership.
What do you mean by self-awareness?
Self-awareness is not...
- Hey, girl. -Hey, Lexie.
Oh, my goodness. It's been forever.
How have you been?
Yeah, it has. I've just been focused on me.
I decided to, you know, have some me time.
But I've been good. How have you been doing?
Uh, same ol', same ol'.
Hey, we should grab coffee or something this week.
How's Thursday?
Yeah, Thursday works for me.
Fantastic.
Oh, and by the way,
there's someone who's been asking about you.
Who?
Oh, just a good-looking,
very talented artist, goes by the name Maurice Clark.
Really? How ishe doing?
Oh, he's good. His paintings are in high demand.
I mean, I am making a killing off the commissions from them.
And he's not doing too bad either.
And I know he likes to spoil his woman,
so you should really think about giving him a second chance.
I mean, I know he really, really likes you.
Brooke...look...
...be clear about your needs...
I'm flattered, really, but...
It's time I focus on myself, you know?
Besides, I feel like I was rebounding with Maurice.
I should have just taken the time for myself
before getting involved with anyone else.
Okay. Where is Lexie?
Because you sound like Tiffany right now.
Babe, you don't have a ring on your finger.
And there is nothing wrong with having a little fun, right?
Especially with a good-looking,
handsome, talented bachelor like Maurice.
All right. Mm-hmm. Bye, Brooke.
I'll see you Thursday.
Okay, bye.
So, it's not about finding the right person.
Exactly.
It's not just about finding the right person.
It's about becoming the right person for yourself first.
Lexie, you have been making excellent progress.
Tell me how you're feeling about your relationships now.
I've come to realize that,
you know, my choices in partners
reflect unresolved issues from my childhood.
And I'm--I'm working on that.
I feel like it's helping me see things a lot more clearly.
That's good, Lexie. That is really good.
Excuse me. Can you come over here and take a look
and see if anything speaks out to you?
- Selling artwork today. - Okay, let me see what you got.
- Oh, you do these? - Yes, sir.
Can you imagine all these was made by these hands right here?
These are good.
Thank you. Um, do you see anything that speaks out to you
or anything that you kind of like?
Um...not really.
All right, how about this?
Okay.
And I'm-a let you in on a little secret.
Today the special is buy one, get one half off.
The secret is my artwork gon' be seen around the whole world.
So, right now would be a good opportunity for the Lolo.
Plus, I do custom work.
- Custom? - Yes, sir. Custom work.
Actually, I got an idea.
What you have in mind?
That's a significant step forward.
But how do you feel about yourself?
That's a good question.
I feel...happier.
But also a little bit overwhelmed sometimes.
And right now I'm just in a place where I'm trying
to figure out what the right choice is for me, you know?
Love isn't just about choosing the right person.
Lexie, it's about being the right person.
And have you thought about what thatwould mean to you?
Not as much as I should have, you know?
I've been so focused on
evaluating the men that I've dated
that I lost sight of what it means to evaluate myself
and how I move in relationships.
Well, it is a common tendency for us to look
on the outward when it comes to evaluating relationships.
But it's equally as important to look on what's inside.
See, being the right person,
it means understanding what my needs are,
also to defining what my boundaries are,
and then being a significant help to my partner.
It's a two-way street.
Yeah, you're right.
I've been so focused on trying to find perfect person
that I...I failed to realize
that it's about me being a better partner as well.
Exactly.
And remember that you both are a work in progress.
See, we shouldn't just look for perfection.
That's not gonna happen.
It's about finding someone
that complements our imperfections
and then vice versa.
Wow, that's so beautifully said.
I really needed to hear that.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
So, how'd your therapy session go?
It was...enlightening.
You know, I'm beginning to understand
why I've made the choices I have in relationships,
and I've been working on some
deep-seated issues from my past, so...
Hey, that's courageous, Lex.
Self-discovery can be challenging.
Mm-hmm. It is,
but it's also incredibly liberating in a way.
You know, I feel like I'm peeling back layers
and getting closer to the core of who I am,
you know, what I really need in a relationship, so...
That's incredible, Lex.
You know, I can truly see the growth
since you started going to therapy.
I'm proud of you.
Thanks, Tiff. Just takes some time, you know?
Well, good things take time, right?
Right, and I'm worth the wait.
Yes, ma'am. Well, hey, look, I gotta go,
but when I get back, let's get together.
Love you, girl.
All right. Sounds good. Love you, too.
Hmm.
Hey, Lexie. It's been a while.
I've been thinking about you.
I hope you're doing well.
Listen, I'm here for you.
I'm ready to talk, so just let me know.
No rush, no pressure.
Take care.
Should I even engage?
This can either be a much needed closure
or reignite an old flame.
Or maybe it's time to face the past
and close this chapter once and for all.
Should I take this leap of faith?
I just need to be careful
not to get swept away by an emotional current.
Hello?
All right. I'm ready to listen.
But we need some healthy boundaries
for this conversation.
Lexie, thank you for meeting me here.
I missed you.
I missed you, too.
But...I'm trying to understand if I really miss you
or...the idea of you.
Let me ask you this question.
You believe in true love, right?
I'd like to think so.
Well, good.
That's why I had to meet you in person.
I know this conversation's long overdue,
but I need to know, can people really change?
I'd like to think so.
The real question is...
are you willing to find out?
Lexie...
let me show you something.
Oh, my God, Jeremiah. It's...
It's perfect!
That's exactly how I see you.
♪ Every heartbeat
Perfection.
♪ Every breath ♪
♪ Is filled with thoughts of you ♪
♪ I am so lost... ♪
Lexie...
♪ Without you
♪ And I don't know what to do ♪
Will you marry me?
And that brings us to today.
While my journey wasn't easy, it's made me who I am.
And it's made me a better person
at navigating the complexities of relationships.
That, and hopefully a therapist
that can help others do the same.
Well, Lexie, that was incredibly enlightening.
It's comforting to know that even a therapist
has had her share of relationship challenges.
Yeah, it was actually very reassuring.
It makes what we're going through more tolerable.
Well, I'm glad that my story can help bring a new perspective.
And it's essential to remember, you know,
at the end of the day, trials and tribulations in love--
no one's exempted from that.
So, what's the next step for us?
Well, the next step would be what therapy is all about--
open and honest conversation.
Same way I had to go through
my imperfections and vulnerabilities,
you, too, will reach a point where you need to crack down
the issues of why you came in here in the first place.
Hmm. And...we're...
ready to try.
Hmm?
Well, that's all we could ask for at the end of day--
someone who's willing to try their best.
Well, that and you should always remember you're never alone.
You have each other,
and you have this amazing place to explore, to grow,
and hopefully heal.
Come in.
Hey.
Everyone, this...is my husband.
Hope I'm not interrupting.
I just thought you might like to go to lunch.
Yes, Ethan.
Oh, Ethan.
Hey. It is a pleasure to meet you.
Pleasure's all mine.
Listen, your wife has been incredibly helpful.
Well, she is the best at making things better.
Well, your story has certainly given us
a lot to think about, Lexie.
Yeah. And we are ready to take our first steps
inspired by the stories that you've told us.
Well, I'm delighted to hear that.
And I'm really excited to help you
navigate through your journey as well.
- You ready? - Mm-hmm.
Let's go.
Oh, these are so beautiful. Thank you.
Only the best for the woman I love.
Wow. We've sure come a long way, haven't we?
We have.
And I'd take that journey a thousand times over
as long as it's with you.
♪ I'm just glad you bring me out ♪
♪ Might be days and days with no end ♪
♪ I am so blessed
♪ Living the faithful life ♪
♪ Yes, I am
♪ Nothing compares ♪
♪ Nothing compares to your goodness ♪
♪ I see you have given me ♪
- ♪ You've given me - ♪ Everything ♪
- ♪ Everything that I need - ♪ That I'll ever need ♪
♪ I've never asked for any more ♪
♪ Ooh, ooh ♪
- ♪ I am so blessed - ♪ I am so blessed
♪ Living the faithful life
♪ Yeah, oh
- ♪ It's a good life, y'all - ♪ And the best thing I see ♪
I can't say I deserve, but I'm sho' nuff living it.
♪ That I'll ever need
Giving me everything I need.
♪ I've never asked for any more ♪
♪ So happy ♪
♪ Yes, I am
♪ Living this faithful life ♪
'Cause y'all know it's a good life.
♪ Come on over here ♪
♪ Where the table is fresh
♪ I'm so blessed
♪ Can't be stressed
It's all about the blessed life.
It's the good life.
♪ 'Cause I got you like you got me ♪
♪ And I'm wit' it if you wit' it ♪
♪ Committed, committed, committed ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared ♪
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared ♪
♪ 'Cause I got you like you got me ♪
♪ And I'm wit' it if you wit' it ♪
♪ Committed, committed, committed ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ Oh, got the world on your shoulder ♪
♪ True card, but I'm never gon' fold you ♪
♪ True card, but I'm never gon' fault you ♪
♪ Grown now, but I'm still getting older ♪
♪ Still getting closer, still getting closure ♪
♪ Broken hearts, yeah, I think I know ya ♪
♪ Heal your heart, man, I just might show ya ♪
♪ Heal the pain or I might outgrow ya, might outgrow ya ♪
♪ We just gotta take our time, get out your head ♪
♪ 'Cause I've been all in mine ♪
♪ I've been waiting all day to see you ♪
♪ We just gotta take our time, we just gotta take our time ♪
♪ Get out your head 'cause I've been all in mine ♪
♪ I've been waiting all day to see you ♪
♪ We just got to take our time ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared ♪
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ 'Cause I got you like you got me ♪
♪ And I'm wit' it if you wit' it ♪
♪ Committed, committed, committed ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared ♪
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ I can have you, you can have me ♪
♪ We can do the main thing
♪ I can have you, you can have me ♪
♪ If you do the same thing
♪ I can have you, you can have me ♪
♪ We can do the main thing ♪
♪ I can have you, you can have me ♪
♪ If you do the same thing ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared ♪
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ So, please don't be scared ♪
♪ No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no ♪
♪ 'Cause I got you... ♪