In a morning talk program on national television called Toni Post Show, Connie Philipps proudly
announces on a live broadcast that she’s having an affair with her best friend’s husband, Bill.
Connie had been having romantic moments with Bill for a year already. The audience was all shocked
at where this woman got the courage to speak out on this personal issue. After the such revelation,
Toni the show host, lets Birdee, Connie’s best friend come on stage. Birdee was blindfolded and
stayed backstage earlier. Birdee sits on the couch and recognizes Connie’s voice. Birdee smiled,
knowing that she was with her best friend, not until Connie said that Bill was not in love with
her anymore and they were having an affair. Birdee was in tears but remained composed, knowing she
was on a talk show. The audience screamed loud as Bill entered the stage. He also confirmed that he
was having an affair with Connie, and even had romantic moments in Birdee’s living room.
At home, Birdee starts to pack her things and move out of her house with her daughter Bernice.
The little girl took the last glance at their home with sad eyes. Birdee continues to drive.
Birdee and her daughter moved to Birdee’s hometown called Smithville, to start a new chapter of their
life. There, Mrs. Ramona, Bernice’s grandma, welcomed them home. The next day, Birdee was
awakened by loud dog barks. Bernice also had a new playmate, little Travis, her cousin. While
they were eating breakfast, Bill called Bernice. The little girl was so happy that she dashed
to her mom to say that her dad missed her. On the first day of school, Birdee accompanied
Bernice. There, they saw a cheerleading team practicing on the grounds. The cheerleader
caught Birdee’s attention. She reminisced the time of being like her back then. Meanwhile,
the shy Bernice arrived at her room and was welcomed by the teacher. After sending Bernice
to school, Birdee told his mom how Bill fooled her. Grandma eagerly listened while ex- beauty
queen Birdee pitied herself. The old woman consoled Birdee and told her to move on.
The next day, Justin, a handsome tall guy, dropped by at their home. He also has carpentry skills,
and grandma calls him to fix something at the house. Bernice, on the other hand, looked with
disgust at Justin. She doesn’t want Justin to end up with her mom. Bernice even told him that her
father didn’t forget to call them at night. Days passed, and Birdee became annoyed with her
mom trying to wake her up early. Birdee’s mom does that because she noticed her daughter has been
wandering the house all day n night, wearing a bathrobe. Birdee slept again until the loud noise
of the machine was heard. It was Justin again making a cabinet. Hours later, Birdee angrily
went downstairs to scold Bernice. Birdee found out that her daughter had been telling Bill that
she had been feeling lonely since they left Texas. Grandma interrupted angry Birdee and
shouted at her. She told Birdee that Bernice was right, and used to be pleasing Birdee was already
gone. Fear stopped her from enjoying life. Birdee became teary with all the words her mom said.
The next day, Birdee dressed up and drove to the town. There, Debbie Reissen got wild in
welcoming her. Birdee was popular in the town for her beauty n grace in everything she did.
Polka Dot told Birdee that she still looks the same as she used to back then. Dot also knew
about the talk show scandal where Birdee and Bill got involved. Regardless, Dot tries to find a job
for her. Dot instructed Birdee to shoot some photos on the weekend, since taking photographs
was the only thing she knew. Birdee agrees because she’s very much desperate to do new things.
Later that night, Birdee dines in a restaurant where she meets Justin again. The next day,
Birdee finally returned to doing her passion―photography. She roams around
the house and captures beautiful moments with her camera. Her mother was also supportive of
seeing Birdee enjoying life again. After a week of taking photographs,
Birdee went back to Dot and presented the photos. Dot loved it! She recommended her
to work in the nearby studio in the town, Snappy Snaps. There, Birdee was accepted by an old man,
Mr. Davis, who owns the studio. He also oriented Birdee to her duties there.
The next day, Birdee was finally able to visit her dad, who got a stroke and Alzheimer’s. She
introduced him to Bernice, who was very curious about why her grandpa acts that way. Birdee’s
dad seems to not recognize her. Regardless, she still shared about her separation from Bill.
Birdee got teary eyes, so she immediately went near the window, so her father won’t notice she
was sad. Little did she know, her father followed her and opened his arms for a hug. The two danced
while a piece of soft music was played. Bernice witnessed the beautiful father-and-daughter moment
between her mom and grandpa for the first time. While at work, Bobbi-Claire Patterson,
Birdee’s high school friend, visits the shop. She also knew the talk show that humiliated
Birdee and told her that the whole town also saw it on television. Bobbi was one of those girls
who envied the beautiful Birdee back then. She was low-key happy that Birdee ended up
having a miserable life. After that, Bobbi handed Birdee the pictures to be used for a wedding.
While printing Bobbi’s request, Birdee made a mistake and couldn’t control the machine.
She called Mr. Davis, the owner of the shop, for help. Bobbi came and was so angry
with Birdee and the shop owner. A little while, Justin visits the shop. He also accompanied
Birdee in going home while talking about their old memories in the town. Justin reminisces his
first kiss with Birdee and confesses that he was so in love with her. However, Bill
was very popular at that time, unlike him. Birdee giggles as she teases Justin for not courting her.
Justin replied, asking Birdee if she would say yes if he asked her out today. Silence can only
be heard. Birdee declines since she’s still married to Bill. However, Justin insisted.
The next day, Justin and Birdee went out fishing. The two had a deep conversation
in the river. Birdee also brought her camera to take pictures, and Justin showed
admiration for Birdee’s photos. Everything was going well for Birdee
in Smithville, while her daughter is still making adjustments to blend in. At school,
Bernice was playing volleyball and accidentally hit big Dolores,
the girl who bullied her at school. Bernice was so afraid, and her young mind thought that
Dolores would put her to eternal sleep. Birdee reassures her daughter that it won’t happen.
Later that night, Justin and Birdee went out and hopped in a convertible car. As usual,
the two talked about high school. Justin loved the moment, and he slowly initiated to kiss Birdee.
Birdee, on the other hand, warned him that she never kissed a guy after separating from Bill.
Birdee walks out of the car, and Justin follows her. The two played in the swing instead.
At school, all the kids gathered to wait for Bernice to go out. There also, angry Dolores
was awaiting her. Bernice walks together with Dolores, and the big girl starts to hit her
back randomly. Because of that, Bernice grabs her lunch box bag and hits it hard on Dolores.
The kids were shocked, since no one from them ever fought back against big Dolores. Bernice ran, but
Dolores was able to follow her. The big girl beat her up on the ground in front of the other kids at
school. After Dolores left, Bernice’s friend and Travis held her hand and helped her stand up.
Bernice was so sad upon going home. She won’t tell Birdee what happened. The next day, Birdee,
grandma, Travis, and Bernice’s friend danced in the room to cheer her up.
Bernice giggled after their performance. Later that night, Birdee and her mom,
Ramona, went out to a party. There, Birdee met some of her high school friends,
including Justin. Justin invited Birdee to dance. Birdee declined again, but Justin
successfully brings her to the dance floor. The two gracefully showcased their dance steps
like they used to in high school. A romantic song was played. Justin held Birdee’s hand.
The two caressed while dancing. After the party, Justin brought Birdee
to his house. Curious, Birdee roamed around and was amazed by everything she sees. A little while,
Justin invited her to the porch. Birdee laid down on the couch while having a
conversation with Justin. Birdee went near to Justin. The two made love that night.
The next day, Birdee woke up early and headed back home. Bernice saw her and angrily stared at
her. At the shop, photo papers crumpled up in the machine made her temper high. Birdee went home,
not in the mood to talk to anyone. She couldn’t find Bernice, so she asked her mom. Ramona was
setting the table for Justin, the man she wants her daughter to date. Recalling what happened to
her and Justin last night, Birdee pleads with her mom to stop giving special treatment to him.
Someone knocked on the door. Bernice opened it and Justin greeted her. Bernice talked rudely
to Justin as usual. Mrs. Ramona invited Justin for dinner but left the two at the dining table.
Meanwhile, Bernice was sneaking around to hear their conversation. Birdee immediately said her
sorry for last night. She sounds like everything that happened to her and Justin was all a mistake.
Justin felt dismayed and reminded Birdee that they are not in high school anymore and he is not Bill.
He also told her that Bill failed to see everything that he admires about Birdee.
Justin also told Birdee to wake up and realize that Bill will not come back anymore. Bernice
interrupts and told that her father, Bill, loves her and her mom. The little girl also threatened
Justin that her father will put him to eternal sleep. Grandma went in to get Bernice. Justin,
on the other hand, asked permission to go home. Ramona was upset with her daughter for not
giving Justin a chance. Meanwhile, Bernice angrily threw stones at Justin while leaving.
Bernice also shouts to her mom. She told her that she doesn’t love her and Bill anymore.
Birdee headed to the town’s bar to cool down. There, Bobbi-Claire and all of the people stared
at Birdee entering the bar, like how she used to be a head turner back then. However, this time,
Birdee’s neighbors were gossiping, instead of admiring her. Mike, the old bartender,
gave Birdee a drink. Hours passed, and Birdee was already drunk. Bobbi and the envious people
around laughed at her. Mike approached the beautiful lady and gave her a coffee to sober.
Noticing that Bobbi was making fun of her, Birdee insulted Bobbi by telling everyone that she had
her breast enhanced. Bobbi-Claire immediately went out of the bar, feeling humiliated.
At home, Birdee vomited so much and cried. Ramona comforted her. Birdee sobbed as she
misses Bill so much. She admits to her mom that everything feels wrong without him.
When Birdee looks into his eyes, all she could see is her. Not until things changed.
She couldn’t anymore see herself mirrored in Bill’s eyes. Birdee was also afraid that Bernice
will not see her anymore as a mom. Bernice started to hate her after they moved in at Smithville.
Tired of crying, Birdee falls asleep. The next day, a talent audition at Bernice’s
school begins. Birdee, on the other hand, looks desperate to send her lunch.
Birdee was still on her robe. Bernice just stared at her and went away.
It finally happened. Bernice doesn’t want her mom anymore. Birdee went home alone.
She became numb with the cold rain pouring down. Her heart feels cold more than the weather.
Knowing that her family members all turned away from her, was breaking her heart.
Feeling alone, Birdee visited the most important man in her life, her father. Her dad eagerly
listens despite his condition. Birdee finally arrives home and was
happy seeing that her mom talked to her daughter. Ramona explains to the little
girl a story that is similar to how she and her mom are currently feeling.
She also lectured the girl on the importance of family when a member feels hopeless. Birdee also
hears that Ramona was so proud of her courage. Ramona went out of the room and was shocked that
Birdee was there. Birdee thanked her mom so much and told her that she’s not just a daddy’s girl
but a mommy’s girl too. Ramona was teary-eyed hearing sweet words from her daughter.
While Ramona was sipping coffee, her eyes became blurry. Her hands feels numb that she couldn’t
anymore hold the cup and it fell to the ground. Good thing that Bernice immediately noticed the
loud noise. Birdee rushed to her mom and rattled. Mrs. Ramona died that night.
At the burial mass, Bernice noticed that her daddy was there at the ceremony.
She dashed to her dad after. Justin was also there and sent his condolences to Birdee.
Just like Bernice, Travis was also in grief after his grandma’s death. Justin consoled
the lonely Travis. Ramona took care of Travis since then. Travis was so concerned if his Aunt
Birdee is willing to adopt him. Justin assures Travis that Birdee will take care of him.
Meanwhile, Birdee was busy at the dining table, Bill interrupts her and said sorry. Birdee got mad
after Bill told her that his affair with Connie was just an accident, natural as he describes
it. Bill also added that Birdee was the one who left first and not him. Birdee then responded that
Bill should have just left her immediately after falling out of love, instead of having romantic
moments with her best friend. The two continued quarreling and requested Bernice to go away.
A little while, Bill said that he wants a divorce. Bernice heard it and she immediately packed her
things. She wants to go with her dad. Bill stopped Bernice and told the little girl to stay with her
mom. Bernice still insists because Bill always tells her that he wanted to take her badly.
Bill went inside the car teary-eyed. Bernice couldn’t do something but to scream ‘Daddy’.
At night, Birdee comforted Bernice that she means so much to her. That Bernice’s presence makes her
special. Birdee also assures to her daughter that they will make it through the sadness they
are feeling, because they are a team. Birdee even jokes at Bernice that they are the coolest chicks
in Smithville. Bernice hugged her mom tight. The next day, Bernice smiled as she saw her mom at
the swamp feeding the ducklings. Birdee continues to work in the shop. She also gave Justin a chance
to love her. Mr. Davis, the owner of the shop feels happy seeing Justin with his high school
crush. Bernice also accepts Justin and even asked her mom if she wants to marry him.
While the fireworks give beautiful colors to the sky, Birdee recalls what her mom said,
“Beginnings are scary, endings are usually sad, but it’s the middle that counts the most.”
Birdee doesn’t know what the future holds, so she, together with Justin,
Bernice and little Travis seized every moment they spent together. Amidst the
failed marriage and her mother’s death, hope floats, as Birdee meets additional
family members that will make a great team to fight the battles in life.