Trust, resolve and guilt figure in diverse ties, including Syd's restive relationship with her fiancé; and Tina's reemergence into the lives of the spouse and son she deserted.

A frantic Thanksgiving weekend finds Owen at a bridal shower subbing for Syd, inundated with crises; and Robbie facing neighbors' pressure to decorate his B & B for Christmas.

A serious illness afflicting Syd makes uneasy acquaintances of her fiancé and the MD who attracts her; relationship changes test Joanie and Leo, and Robbie and Tina.