Nicky and Dylan overhear a terrible argument between their parents one night, leading them to think a divorce was imminent. Libby and Richard must explain the adults can love each other but still have disagreements.
Nicky and Dylan's Uncle Charlie dies raising questions from the boys as it's their first exposure to death. Richard and Libby try to answer everything about grieving plus the funeral process honestly
Libby reveals a long buried secret from her past. A friend of her parents mistreated her as a child and Libby's unresolved anger includes exacting revenge on the man.
Libby and Richard are asked intimate questions regarding their relationship. The results are to be published in a book and their answers are revealed separately.
After a fight Richard heads to a motel for the night to deal with his unhappiness. Richard finds himself tempted by infidelity when a female guest makes it clear she's available for a rendezvous.
A pal of Richard surprisingly announces he's found the perfect woman to marry. The Chapins have their doubts as their friend identified as gay before going through therapy.
Richard and Libby are having a pleasant dinner with a couple they know. But the evening takes a different direction when the husband Doug starts to discuss cheating on his wife.