Sam and Joel embark on a covert mission to uncover the source of her brother-in-law Rick's sudden windfall. Then, choir practice provides Sam with the courage and clarity to share mounting concerns about her mother Mary Jo with her father Ed.

With a tornado looming, Sam prepares for a different kind of storm as she shares the truth about Rick with Tricia. After impulsively adopting a dog, Joel realizes he wants more out of life.