A Million Little Things Season 3 Episode 5

Okay, picture this: you're juggling a toddler, a career, and the emotional baggage of like, ten different people. That's basically everyone on A Million Little Things, all the time! And Episode 5 of Season 3, "Non-Essential,"? Oh honey, it turned the juggling act up to eleven.

Regina's Restaurant Rumble

Let's start with Regina. Her restaurant is struggling, obviously, because hello, pandemic! But Regina, being the queen she is, isn't going down without a fight.

She's trying to reinvent herself with a fancy "comfort food" menu. Think truffle mac and cheese...which, let's be honest, sounds amazing even if my budget prefers the Kraft variety.

And then comes the drama! A scathing review slams her food. Can you imagine? It would crush my soul! Poor Regina. We are all rooting for you, Regina!

Eddie's Addiction Agony

Oh, Eddie. Sweet, troubled Eddie. He's spiraling with his addiction again. I swear, this guy needs a permanent bubble of support and maybe a lifetime supply of distraction.

He's popping pills like they're candy, and lying to Katherine about it. This is a classic mistake, and it never ends well, people! Never!

And the confrontation? Gut-wrenching! I was practically yelling at the TV, "Eddie, get yourself together!" Though, admittedly, yelling at the TV is a nightly occurrence for me.

Rome's Revelation

Rome continues to shine a spotlight on mental health. Which is so important. You know? He's struggling to create a documentary, dealing with his own depression, and just trying to be a good guy.

And then he finally confronts his parents about his past trauma? Major breakthrough! Seriously, it was like watching a weight lift off his shoulders.

I was cheering, okay? Cheering! Go Rome, go!

Gary and Darcy: The Rollercoaster Ride

Gary and Darcy. Sigh. What a mess. They're trying to navigate their relationship while dealing with her past trauma and his...well, Gary-ness.

They have a huge fight, obviously. What else would you expect? Relationships are hard, folks, especially when you add in a dash of unresolved emotional baggage and a sprinkle of Gary's cluelessness.

Then, Darcy has a panic attack, which is heartbreaking. But, it forces them to actually communicate. A radical concept, I know!

Overall Verdict

This episode was a rollercoaster. One minute I was laughing, the next I was reaching for the tissues (thanks a lot, A Million Little Things!).

It's messy, it's emotional, and it's relatable in a "I'm so glad my life isn't quite that dramatic" kind of way.

But hey, isn't that what makes good TV? We're all just trying to figure things out, one bad restaurant review and one addiction relapse at a time.

So, grab your popcorn, settle in, and prepare for another emotional rollercoaster. Because with A Million Little Things, you never know what's coming next. And honestly? That's half the fun.

Just don't forget the tissues, seriously.