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♪ My face to the sky
♪ I dream about just how high ♪
♪ I could go and if I know
♪ When I finally get there
♪ Takin' off my glasses
♪ Sun pokes through my lashes
♪ Somehow I know
♪ There's a time for every star to shine ♪
♪ Everybody gotta do something
Good morning, Samara.
Thank you for those rush updates last night.
Of course.
Do you have the finance reports?
For the All Hands meeting? Top of my priority list.
I know, I know. You got it.
Jackson, I reloaded your meal card.
Try to eat a vegetable today. Okay? Hmm?
And a veggie burger patty and hummus
for my beautiful, beautiful Camelia.
Get in here, girl.
All right. And PB and J for Langston,
my beautiful and favorite kindergartener, hmm?
Bye, babies.
Oh!
Oh, now you stop that, Ronnie.
Oh, come on now. Heaven forbid that the neighbors know
I love my beautiful wife, huh?
Now, are you sure that you don't need me
to pick up Camelia from drill team today?
Well, Jackson is getting a ride from his teammate's mom,
and Camelia doesn't have drill team today.
It's piano. So I'll pick her up when I get Langston from school.
- All right? You sure? - Yes.
Oh, I'm sorry. You're right. Super mom.
You got this. I understand.
- Mmm. - Mmm.
You... have a good day.
You have a better day.
- Love you. - I love you.
Hey, Renee, it's me.
Do you think you could squeeze me in
for an appointment this afternoon?
You know, you really should have an answering service.
Should we invest in one for the salon? I'll look into it.
Oh, I'm so sorry, y'all!
Good morning. Uh, I was on a call.
Stacey was supposed to open up.
- Good morning. - Come in. Come in.
- Welcome. - Thank you.
Good morning.
Stacey, how am I supposed to bump you up
if I can't rely on you to do what I asked you to do?
Okay, being a lead stylist is more than just hair.
There are administrative duties, like opening up on time.
Okay! Mm. You're giving me big boss energy.
I love it. I get it. I'm sorry. It won't happen again.
Our goal is to reflect the uniqueness
of our sisters' experience as Black women
through their struggles, joys and triumphs.
We want our mothers, sisters, and girlfriends
to see their authentic lives
mirrored in everything Mahogany does.
Encouragement, Just Because,
and good, old-fashioned Treat Yo'self categories
made the New Year, New You collection
a first quarter success.
And we have all of you to think for that. Samara.
The numbers might not be as interesting as the illustrations
that just inspired us, but they tell a story just the same.
The December holiday collections spoke of hope.
The first quarter New Year, New You
inspired change.
Team...
our caring and collective creativity has paid off.
Our first two quarters look really good.
Our third quarter, though, was challenging.
What Ms. Williams is saying is
that the third quarter challenged us to make sure
we're listening to the community like we need to be.
This is a real growth opportunity,
a chance for us to do better and grow more
as we continue to meet
our community's authentic emotional needs.
What comes next?
I need all of you to tap into your collective creativity
and come up with exciting ideas to give to the community.
How can we keep it fresh, keep it real?
I am looking for ideas.
Card collections, merchandising, digital campaigns,
whatever you got.
My door, like my mind, is open.
You know I won that race, right?
- Uh, no, you didn't. - Yes, I did.
And you can't even say anything because you never win.
- What?! I do. - Renee.
Whoo! You just don't know!
I hear no bickering.
I just hear quiet.
Ooh. I don't hear you.
- I don't hear her. Just peace. - We don't bicker.
You always got something to say.
- That's because you always-- - Hey. Don't tell anybody,
but you two girls are secretly my favorite clients...
even when you bicker.
I'm not bickering. I'm just so excited.
Excited? Okay.
I like the sound of that. Dish, girl.
Tomorrow is adoption day.
Mama is about to become our forever mama.
What?
Finally! Oh!
I remember when she first got you.
All right. You look beautiful.
Why you don't have kids, Miss Renee?
Well, because
my girl Eva there had enough kids for all of us.
Okay, you're done, baby.
Looking for the lie. Can't find it.
But don't you worry, Miss Renee. They'll come when you're ready.
Oh. Hmm.
Eva, why do you bother
looking through those magazines when you come here?
You know you're just gonna get the same style every time.
It's consistent and reliable.
You know, it's never too late for a change.
- Hmm. - Oh, speaking of late,
we are late to plan Sam's birthday.
I know. It is next week already,
and with my kids' hectic schedules,
I could really use some... girls time.
- Let's get you washed. - Okay.
Oh, and I got some more things to show you.
Okay.
"Black Girl Magic Retreats.
"Curated personal retreats
"guaranteed to get your groove on or back, as it were.
"Located in Costa Rica
"and Bali,
Santa Barbara, and..." huh.
"And two near the East Coast in Charleston."
Those two are this week.
Come on! That is fate or destiny or something.
- No. - There are two women's retreats.
- There's the Wildin' Out... - Mm-hmm.
...and the Rewilding.
Uh, okay, so what's the difference?
I don't know. One sounds a little woo-woo,
but the other sounds a little whoo-whoo!
Okay. But... I don't know.
Come on. We could fly out tonight.
We'll crash at a hotel or B&B, and then tomorrow...
- Cocktails. - Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah.
- Come on. Come on. - I know that it is
Samara's birthday, but, girl,
we can't just pick up and get on a plane at a moment's notice.
- Are you... - I mean, can't you, though?
Okay, well, I have a family--a big one,
and Samara has a job-- a big one.
- And you have-- - Listen.
Let me worry about Samara.
If I can convince her, are you in?
Just do my hair. Come on, girl.
I think I got you.
Bianca.
Have you seen it?
Seen what?
HR finally posted the Director of Finance job.
What? Really?
This is great.
I know you've been looking forward
to this opportunity, Samara, but I have to warn you, though,
I have to do my due diligence
and interview outside candidates.
But my hope is to promote from within.
By all means. Totally understand.
Don't worry, Bianca. I will show you
that I am consistent,
reliable, dedicated, the consummate professional.
Oh. Samara Williams.
Happy birthday, baby!
♪ Happy birthday to you
I'll let you attend to that very important call.
-♪ Happy b-- - Vendors, right?
- Samara? - They love me.
What? Girl, happy birthday.
Strictly professional camaraderie, great rapport.
- Are you okay? - Renee!
Can you be at the airport by 5:00?
Airport?
Interesting. Say more words.
BGMretreats.com.
Okay, now make the words make sense.
Look it up.
Wildin' Out Women's Retreat.
Happy birthday, girl.
Oh. Wow. Happy birthday to me indeed.
Right?!
Oh! My boss just told me I'm finally
getting my interview for the finance director position.
I should focus.
Samara, it's your birthday.
Hey, what is the code to get into your house again?
Didn't I give it to you when
I went to that accounting conference on Halloween weekend
when you watered my plants?
Girl, I didn't water your plants.
Renee!
What kind of plants get thirsty over a long weekend?
The plants are fine. Give me the code.
Why do you need my code?
Don't worry about it. You will thank me.
- 2727. - Okay.
I'm in.
These plants look dry. Let me put you on speaker.
Samara, you're a boss.
This promotion is yours. It is all over
but the shouting and the champagne.
Okay, that sounds amazing, but this is important.
That promotion could mean a lot to my mom and I.
Eva said she'd go.
Really? Eva?
- She basically said yes, kinda. - Oh.
I mean, if she's going with all them kids at home,
I... I guess I can go, right?
My mom does say not to work too hard.
Yes. Yes, yes!
Self-care. Live, laugh, love. Come on, Samara.
I have a few things that I have to square away at the office,
and I have to swing by and check on my mom.
I can just take my laptop and work from the suite.
All right.
Let's do it. I mean... what could go wrong?
Ow!
- My bad. Sorry. - Boy.
You probably should talk to him about that.
Oh. But I got to go.
Boss lady calling real quick. Hello?
Stacey, my phone's on, like, 3%,
and I'm running to the airport. I need your help.
Anything. I got you, boss.
I just texted you some links. Book us three reservations
for the Wildin' Out Women's Retreat, okay?
It's very important. I'm trusting you here.
Boss, you worry too much. I got this.
I'll handle everything.
Okay. Thank you.
Yep, right.
Three spots to the Rewilding Women's Retreat.
- That's not what she said. - Unh-unh!
Stay out of grown folks' business.
- I got this. - Mm.
This for me?
I can't come see my mom empty-handed.
Bringing me fancy coffee every day?
You are spending too much money, girl.
- I will always take care of you. - Mm.
And speaking of, Lorraine is coming tomorrow
at 10 to check in, make sure the house is clean,
and bring your prescriptions.
- Thank you. - And Anna is coming at 3.
- Who? - Anna.
You two do art therapy together, remember?
Oh, uh, right. Uh, of course. It just slipped my mind, is all.
Your painting here is looking great.
Well, it's nothing like you used to paint,
like the ones you painted for your father.
Oh, God rest his soul. He loved that painting.
You are a wonderful artist.
I was a starving artist, Mama.
And art couldn't pay Lorraine and Anna.
- What'd you say? - Nothing. Nothing.
I'll be back in a week.
Mwah.
And I cannot wait to see the finished masterpiece.
Mm. Yeah, well, don't work too hard.
It's not a work trip, Mama. It's a fun trip. Love you!
♪ Uh-oh
Oh, that is not what I ordered.
Oh, come on, Renee. Obviously this isn't for us.
Our limo will be here any minute. I am sure of it.
How sure? Because this mama is always punctual,
which is why I was rushing you two to just put on an outfit,
and now we're 15 minutes late.
Maybe we missed it?
Surely they wouldn't leave without us.
Okay, to be clear, if it did, it ain't on me.
Let's just ask this lady for help.
- Hi. Excuse me. - Okay. Um...
Excuse me, ma'am--
- Hi. - Hello, ladies.
Um... so, we were supposed to be picked up by a limo.
Um, did you happen to see one arrive earlier?
This is the confirmation info right there.
No, actually, I have you three on my list right here.
Scheduled for pickup
at 2006 West Avenue at 9 a.m. sharp.
Oh.
You're exactly where you're supposed to be.
Now go ahead and load up on the bus.
Got to finish picking up the last of the ladies
so we can get the boat on time.
Boat? You two didn't say anything about a boat.
It's the first time hearing about it as well.
Well, they're probably just taking us
to some really cool private island party.
The website did promise special events
and surprises for us VIPs.
Come on, Renee. This is obviously not what--
What did I tell you?
Hi, ladies.
- Surprises. - Can I help you with your bags?
Sorry about my friend. We would love the help.
Great. Miss...
Samara.
Samara. Great. Uh, well, welcome.
You guys can go ahead and get on the bus.
I will take care of your bags.
You heard the man, ladies. Let's get on the bus.
Samara?
Oh. Thank you.
Oh, come on, Eva. We have to live a little.
Birthday girl orders. Come on. Let's take a selfie. Oh!
Ready? Get in there.
- Oh, wait-- - Oh!
- Are you okay? - Are you okay?
- Hold on. Uh, yeah, I'm okay. - Excuse me.
Let me take a look here.
Yeah, that could be a sprain.
Thank you, Gilligan, but I think I'll be fine.
"Fine" sounds accurate.
Well, if you think you can make it back to the boat,
I'll give you a more thorough examination
when we get to the island. - I'm fine. It's fine, it--
- Examination? - Oh, I'm sorry.
Uh... your program director, Ariella, is my cousin.
I'm here as medical director.
Oh! Making sure we're not sunburned on the beach
or dehydrated from all those margaritas we'll be drinking.
Uh... something like that.
I am Dr. Kareem Benjamin, and we should get going.
The ferry will be here in a minute.
Doctor. So Gilligan is more like the Professor. Okay!
Well, I don't need a professor. I just need a painkiller.
- Ooh, ooh. - Are you okay?
No, I'm good, I'm good. We're gonna party on this day.
- Your birthday! - Good. Okay.
- Whoo! - Yes! Let's do this!
- Yes! - It hurts, but I'm fine.
So excited. Whoo! I need this.
-♪ Kumbaya, my Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya, my Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya, my Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
♪ Oh, Lord
♪ Kumbaya
- Renee? - Hmm?
What have you done? Where are we?
Welcome to the island, ladies.
Well, there is that.
Right?
♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Someone is singing, Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Oh, kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
♪ Oh, Lord
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
All right, ladies, we're here. Please watch your steps.
All right.
This does not look like
a private margarita island to me.
Excuse me. What is this place?
This is Edisto Island,
South Carolina Lowcountry.
You'll find here one of the largest surviving
Gullah Geechee communities.
This land has been in my family for more than 100 years.
Camp Ebe Shadduh Ooman.
The Rewilding Woman Retreat home quarters.
I'm sorry. You said Rewilding Retreat?
I hate to say I told you so, but...
Okay. All right, let's get you off this ankle.
- All right. This way. - Good idea.
Good. Keep the weight off of it.
The Rewilding Woman Retreat.
One week of spiritual awakening,
outdoor activity, digital detox, and soul searching
to connect you to the woman you are inside.
Oh, no, you don't understand.
We're supposed to be on the Women's Wilding Retreat.
We only came down here because you--
You are exactly where you are supposed to be.
No, where we need to be is in a rooftop pool
and not out here. - Come!
I will show you to your cabin. Follow me.
Cabin?
Uh... It...
It'll be good. Uh... Okay, let's just try it. Right?
- Is this mine? - I don't know. Just, um...
You got it. Okay, I'm...
Uh, I'll get them. I'll... You know? Hold up. Oh, my God.
Okay, I'm coming. Oh!
This cabin is our premium package.
Okay, okay.
It's a... little rustic, but it's not that bad.
I'm sorry.
I really feel we've ignored the part where
we're at the wrong resort to celebrate my birthday week.
No, this is the retreat you booked.
I knew I shouldn't have let Stacey handle all that.
You let Spacey Stacey book my birthday week?
Only because Eva is always telling me to delegate.
Uh... yeah, thanks.
I'm fine, by the way. It's just a little twist.
And I will be okay as long as we get back
to the mainland soon.
Exactly. Ariella, I--
Listen, ladies, I understand this was clearly
not the week you'd plan for yourselves,
but I promise this will be just as fun and fabulous
as any birthday week on the mainland.
Trust me.
During this ceremony,
we honor the wisdom, love, and legacy of our ancestors
and esteemed living elders.
We invite the ancestors and their wisdom
to guide us all on our journey.
Ashe.
Find the warrior woman within.
Make peace with the you you think you should be
or even want to be,
so you can connect to the woman you are--
bright, passionate, full of vim and vigor,
not sugar and spice.
Unh-unh, no, I am not here
for whatever this is about to stir up.
Come on. We're here.
Might as well try to get into it.
The idea of cleansing is to connect
to the self, the true self, through nature.
Minerals, chalk, clay from the Carolina roads
all go into this ochre.
Okra? Oh. Good. I'm starving.
Not okra. Ochre.
You know, think of it as nature's paint.
To that end, for your first rewilding task,
you will begin to discover the message
your ancestors have for you here.
My ancestors?
It will be written all over your face.
Oh, this is like a makeup class.
I got y'all. Don't even worry about it.
The young lady is right, in a manner of speaking.
Every day, most of you apply makeup or something
that represents to the world the you you want them to see.
But this ritual is about taking the first steps
to imagining the you you were actually meant to be.
What do the different designs mean?
The meaning is not revealed until we're finished.
That one's like me. Joy.
Oh. Samara's joyful.
Well, the ancestors tend to confront
rather than comfort, at least at first.
It's likely that in some way,
you've lost contact with your joy.
I'm on vacation.
I'm thinking cosmos, not confrontation.
Maybe she gravitated to that one because
she has so much joy in her life. - Right.
Maybe, but that's for Miss Samara to find out
if she wants to look.
I just need a signal. Come on.
What I'm really looking for is a way out of the jungle.
Come on, WiFi.
Oh, come on, come on, come on, come on.
You okay?
- Oh! - Oh!
Oh. [sighs] I'm sorry.
It's okay. It happens all the time.
Really?
No.
There's literally no one out here, but here we are.
Yes, here we are. That is the problem.
- Are you okay? - No!
This is supposed to be my birthday celebration week,
and I have a lot to do,
and this is the last place I want to be.
Yeah. You seem pretty frazzled for somebody with joy
written all over her face. - Joy?
- The, uh... - Oh. Yeah.
- The ochre. - Yeah.
I think I can help you out. Just come with me.
And you're done, baby.
This isn't exactly what we're going for, Renee, but okay.
I'm pleased to see you getting into the spirit of things.
Well, listen, I'm not trying to be disrespectful.
I love the idea of makeup and self-expression.
It was Eva that turned it into a whole business model,
as she's prone to do.
I'm not going to say no to making a little change, but...
Ah. Change.
Yes. You're on to something, Renee.
It is indeed always a good time to make a little change.
Both of you.
Maybe you did come on the right retreat after all.
Um...
I can wait outside.
I'm almost cleaned up.
I'm glad I ran into you... or you ran into me.
Wanted to give something to your friend.
It's on the, uh, tray out there.
Just tell her to make it into a tea,
add a little honey, she'll be good as new.
Check your phone.
Oh!
Sweet, beautiful WiFi signal.
What's the password?
Uh, JoyJoy05. Please do not tell Ariella.
It's a strict policy against attendees having WiFi access.
So what do you need it so bad for anyway?
I have a really important presentation
that I have to work on, and I need WiFi.
Well, signal doesn't go very far,
but you are more than welcome to work
on your presentation right here in my office.
Thank you, but I'm hoping that will be unnecessary.
I am sure Ariella can help get us out of here.
Okay. Good luck with that.
Woman to woman-- I'm sure she will understand.
And since I will not be seeing you in the morning,
thank you.
It was very nice meeting you, Dr. Benjamin.
Kareem.
Dr. Kareem.
I mean... Kareem.
Goodbye.
Uh, Samara?
Oh.
Thank you.
See you tomorrow.
s]
Sam? Renee?
Just like home.
Now nothing good can come from this.
Hey, sleepyhead! What you doing?
Nothing!
Nothing? That is not like you. Always such a busy bee.
Always busy being in other folks' business.
- Uh, what was that, Renee? - We brought you a plate.
Oh.
I am starving. I must have slept two--
Four.
Four hours of uninterrupted sleep?
No homework to check?
A dinner I didn't have to cook is a good dinner to me.
Well, don't get too comfortable.
We are getting out of here tomorrow.
I have found us flights,
but we'll have to leave the island as early as we can
so we can get to the airport on time.
Leave the island?
How are you even supposed to do that anyway?
There's only the one ferry.
This old timer was telling me that--
Wait. You unpacked my suitcase?
What? I get anxious when I don't have anything to take care of,
and this place is a little too quiet.
Honestly, it kind of freaks me out.
Okay, don't worry. I'm going to get us out of here. I got this.
Ariella! Hi. I was looking for you.
Hi, Samara. Nice outfit.
You know, that's an interesting choice for the woods.
Yeah, that's what I wanted to talk to you about, actually.
- It's my birthday. - Oh, happy birthday.
No, no, no, it's not today.
I just mean it's my birthday week.
And every year for my birthday week,
I like to take off from a demanding job
or other stressful obligations
so that I can, you know, let loose, relax,
maybe the teensy, weensiest of turn-ups, not... this.
You feel me, right?
We just--We just booked the wrong retreat.
As I've explained, Samara,
there are no accidents in the ancestors' universe.
I'm supposed to be drinking mimosas at a swim-up bar.
This isn't my idea of relaxing.
I've seen you before-- your type.
This retreat mix-up happens more often than you think.
And I think you should do something about that.
You don't fix fate, dear.
Listen, I think that this is a very impactful experience
that you have created here,
but maybe for someone who wants it.
But all I want is a ride to a ferry and a refund, please.
Well, that presents a problem.
I could do a refund.
You know what? Forget about it.
Forget about the refund. It was our fault. We-a culpa.
Maybe you could just, like,
help us get a boat to get off the island.
The ferry doesn't come until Friday, I'm afraid.
So until then, you are rewilding with us.
Settle in and prepare for impact.
Aah!
Oh.
Oh! Oh! Oh!
So this is gonna be our thing, huh?
I'm sorry. I didn't see you there.
Well, you are a really good reminder
of my New Year's resolution.
And what is that?
Drink less coffee.
All right. This one's for you, as is this food,
'cause... kind of figured you might still be here today.
I admit it.
You were right. Ariella is a tough cookie.
She's just very, um, passionate in her convictions.
Preserving and passing on Gullah Geechee culture
is very important to her, to all of us.
Well, if this is Gullah Geechee culture,
by all means, pass it on down to me.
This looks amazing. Wow.
Oh, my goodness. Compliments to the chef.
Oh, I graciously accept your compliments, madame.
Wait. You cooked this?
Yeah, but... enough about me.
What's your, uh, what's your work here?
Finance. Actually, I am--I'm up for a promotion--director.
It'll be a great opportunity to support the team
with clear, concise, and reliable data.
Oh, yeah, your, uh, data looks very clear.
Oh, no, no, that's for something else.
- Not for your promotion? - No, I mean, it's--it's related.
It's not like my usual territory.
It's... something else.
Yeah, well, I get the feeling it's you, Samara,
that is... something else.
Welcome, Hunnuh Chillun.
Though men and women equally made baskets
for very utilitarian purposes in the rice and indigo fields,
it was the women who kept the tradition alive
for hundreds of years and made it into an art.
We only teach those traditions to outsiders
with the approval of an elder.
She taught my mother, who taught me,
and today I get to teach you.
Your materials have been provided for you,
and Joy will come around to help you all get started.
And, ladies, you won't get it at first,
but don't worry about it.
Well, I just have to say that my friend here,
Samara, is a master artiste.
Oh, no. I got my Master's in Finance.
Go, Owls.
I got my Bachelor's in Fine Arts
a million years ago.
I don't know how many degrees the elder has,
but she has mastered this art.
This is my fifth Rewilding retreat,
and it was only last year that I finally
got her blessing on one basket.
Just like our face painting ritual,
the design you end up with
will tell you a lot about what changes
may need to be made in the design of your life.
Very excited to see what you come up with, Samara.
Like I said, prepare for impact.
Intentionality, ladies.
How can you have what you want, be who you are,
if you've lost the thread of who you intended to be?
Tonight, to prepare for our journey
to Driftwood Beach tomorrow,
I want you all to go back to your quarters
and find the one thing you brought
on this retreat that best represents you.
Not the you you think you should be,
but the you you intended to be.
Where was I supposed to wear this, Renee?
We were supposed to be club hoppin' and pool loungin'.
- That is a vibe. - Seriously?
That is a violation of decency laws
in at least 12 states.
Focus, ladies. Intentionality...
which is the reason why we are here.
What is your item, Eva?
Wait. I'll go get it from my suitcase.
Okay, wait, you had time to "mom" through our luggage,
but you left your bag unpacked?
I'm sure there's an Erykah Badu song buried
somewhere in that metaphor, right?
What?
Your old lady robe is the most "you" thing you could find?
Is this stain here... Is it...
Oh, strawberry jam.
Eva, there's got to be something better in there.
If this stain and this tear
from every time I come out of the laundry room
and the lip of the door handle catches my pocket--
if this robe doesn't represent me...
I don't know what does.
Is this who you intended to be, Eva?
Double major, Fortune 500 marketing exec--
Turned amazing stay-at-home mom.
I intended to be successful.
I've got bright, boisterous, but respectful kids.
I'm a great mom.
I wear this jam-stain, ripped terry cloth robe
with a lot of pride, Renee.
This is exactly who I intended to be... mostly.
Totally.
Who are you trying to convince?
Ron loves you.
He'll support you if you want to go back to work.
I know he loves me, but still...
going back to work after so long,
juggling the kids and my marriage on top of it...
Doing it all?
Having it all.
Wanting it all.
It's exhausting.
Okay. So what is your item, Renee?
Of course, your curling iron.
It's pretty much an extension of my arm at this point.
Mm-hmm.
That's how I see myself--
as someone who loves taking care of other people.
So...
So that just leaves you, Samara.
She should bring her laptop because
that's pretty much an extension of her arm.
I have something. Just wait.
Wait.
- Are these mine? - That's just another thing
that Renee packed that she shouldn't have.
I didn't pack those.
Oh, really? So they just ended up
in the front of her suitcase by accident?
I don't know. I just-- I took the first suitcase I saw.
These are from my last art show right after college.
I forgot that they were in there.
See, I told you this week would be full of surprises.
♪ Wade in the water
♪ Wade in the water, children wade ♪
♪ In the water
♪ God's a-gonna trouble the water ♪
♪ See that band all dressed in white? ♪
♪ God's a-gonna trouble the water ♪
You will all take your representative item
and decide if you'd like to burn it, bless it, or bestow it
to one of your sisters here.
♪ Wade in the water
♪ Oh, wade
♪ Wade in the water, children ♪
♪ Wade
To burn it is to release this version of yourself.
♪ Oh, see that band all dressed in red ♪
♪ God's a-gonna trouble the water ♪
♪ Ooh, it looks like the band that Moses led ♪
To bestow it is to share yourself
wholeheartedly with another.
♪ Oh, oh, wade in the water ♪
-♪ Ooh, ooh, ooh -♪ Children
♪ Wade
♪ In the water
♪ God is gonna trouble, yes, He will ♪
♪ Trouble the water
♪ Oh, ooh
♪ Ooh, ooh, oh, ooh
♪ Oh, ooh, ooh
♪ Ooh-ooh, oh
To bless it is to reignite
this version of yourself...
♪ God's a-gonna trouble the water ♪
...and so it begins.
♪ God's-a gonna trouble the water ♪
♪ My God is gonna trouble
♪ God's-a gonna trouble
♪ Gonna trouble the water
Miss Renee, thank you so much for
putting my beads back in and fixing my hair.
Oh, honey, you are welcome.
It's just one of my gifts. What can I say?
- Hey. - Hey.
- Have you seen Samara? - Mnh-mnh.
I've been here bestowing my talents
upon this beautiful lady.
Every time I see you do your work,
I am so glad I invested in you and your salon.
You have a real talent for making people feel
taken care of.
Actually, I wanted to talk to you about that.
Joy, would you mind getting me
some edge control from the cabin?
- Yeah. - Thank you.
Okay.
So I've been thinking a lot about my legacy and all that,
and, um, you said that you might want to go back to work,
and I was thinking now might be the perfect time
to maybe free you from being up in my business.
What are you talking about?
I want to buy you out of the salon.
You...
Hear me out.
You spend all of your time taking care of your kids,
and then any free time that you have,
you're trying to help me with the salon.
Because you're my investment.
But you should be your investment.
I want something to hand down to my family...
if I ever have one, and you want to go back to work?
I think this could be good for both of us.
You really want a family, huh?
Yeah. A daughter, I think.
So... who's the lucky guy?
Actually, I was thinking I might adopt or foster...
on my own, but I don't know.
It's still so new. I don't even know if I could do it on my own,
so...
Girl, you wouldn't be on your own.
You'd have us.
Thank you, honey.
You are looking fabulous.
That is beautiful.
Oh!
Oh.
It's okay. No coffee today.
I...I didn't hear you come up.
Yeah, well, you wouldn't.
You were in your own world here.
You know, your boss is wrong about you.
You really should be using your creativity at work,
the way I see it.
Oh, my goodness.
That's it.
I am exactly where I am supposed to be.
You are a genius, Dr. Kareem! Oh, my God.
Kareem, what if the ancestors called me here for a reason?
I think there is something here to help me get my promotion.
Oh!
What was that all about?
I think she had an epiphany about some promotion at work.
- Mm. - Guess your magic is
still at work, Ariella.
Well, I don't know. For this one to open her eyes,
it's going to take a lot more than my magic, as you say.
I mean, how'd you even learn how to do all this?
Did your mom teach you?
No, honey. My mom died when I was young.
Oh.
I didn't grow up with a mom either. Not really.
She left me here when I was 12.
I mean, I still get to see her during the summers
and on holidays, but it's not like... you know.
I do know. Believe me.
I bet you'd make a great mom.
Me? What makes you say that?
Look around.
You've made all the women at this retreat feel
beautiful and--and special and proud.
That's Mom 101. I just wish my mom was here
to help me with all this college stuff.
- You going to college? - Long story short, no.
No?
Hey, tomorrow is my girl Samara's birthday,
and I was hoping you could help me out with something.
We need a ride.
Aren't you on vacation?
Can you send me that file from your presentation last week?
The one with the three girlfriends
celebrating sisterhood.
Why?
What are you up to?
I think I found a way to impress my boss
and Deborah Gibbs at the same time.
- Boo! - Aah!
Guys!
My kids pull that one on me
all the time when I am really busy.
So nice to be on the other side of it.
Now I get why they like it so much.
You two came all the way out here to do me like that?
And especially you.
You're supposed to be resting your ankle.
Girl, you know how I bounce back,
and we brought you this.
Have you been in here working the whole time?
- We've been looking for you. - I'm sorry.
I just had this amazing idea, and I couldn't stop working.
Okay, let's hear it.
All righty, then.
- Travel. - Is there more?
The top earning third quarter industry is the travel industry.
Our little girls trip is a great example.
By midyear, what do women like us need?
A vacation.
Yes! Exactly.
This retreat has opened my eyes.
If I can find the exact right way to pitch summer vacations,
that could be my answer to Bianca's question.
Why don't you let me take a look at your presentation
and I can give you some feedback?
What?
I'm sorry, Eva, but your feedback
can lead more towards...
It's just a little overbearing.
You guys...
Look, back to the issue at hand. We have a little something
planned for your birthday tomorrow.
Yeah, for your birthday.
For my birthday? What is it?
Don't look at me. She won't tell me either.
Should I be scared?
What you should be is on time.
What are you up to, Renee?
We are escaping!
I heard about an oasis of commercialism couture
awaiting us on the other side of the island.
Oh! Finally!
You got to kind of jiggle it a little
when you start the ignition, but other than that...
Uh, you didn't say anything about the Scooby mobile.
Maybe I should stay behind and finish up my presentation.
- No. - Guys, look,
I drive this thing all the time when me and my friends
want to go into town. If I can handle it,
- you can handle it. - It's handled.
Ladies, buckle up.
But, um, there are no buckles.
♪ Whoa
Oh, this is nice.
Ooh, I'm gonna try this one on. Oh!
- Oh, this is cute. - Oh, yes.
How you doing in there, Eva?
Good.
Eva. What is this?!
Didn't you just burn the ancestor of that robe?
No. Nope. Negatory.
No, but it is so comfy, and I found it.
Now t is more like it.
Well, it's not very practical, but it is beautiful.
- It feels very... - You.
Yeah.
See? Look at us. We got restyled and rewild.
Now that was more like
what we had in mind for your birthday, Sam.
Aw.
Thanks, guys. This--It's been great.
Um... I want to make a quick call
while I have a signal before we head out.
Can't let work rest even on your birthday?
Right?
Well, we'll grab some coffees. Want anything?
This isn't about work, Ms. Busy Bee, and yes, please.
- You know my order? - Of course.
Happy birthday, baby girl.
Samara, are you there?
Yes, Mama. Hey, how are you?
I wanted to call and wish you a happy birthing me day.
And what a special day it was.
My world has not been the same since.
Now you go and have some fun.
Anna just came, and she is gonna help me finish my painting.
Yes, Mama. I can't wait to see it... and you.
I love you.
I love you too, baby.
Uh... now, you know I'm going to ask. Who was that?
That was my mom.
- She remembered my birthday. - Aw.
It's been... the last couple of years,
I've had to remind her.
Aw. That's amazing, Sam. It sounds like everything
you've been doing for her is helping.
Happy birthday indeed.
I really admire how dedicated you are to your family.
I don't have anyone to show up for like that.
Not yet, anyway.
Besides, for now, you've got us. Yeah.
Come on.
Speaking of for now, we should get back to the bus.
Yeah, right.
It's really not working.
Samara?
Kareem. Thank goodness we ran into you.
Hey. Yeah. Kind of hard to miss the bus.
Hey, ladies. What are we, uh, what are we doing?
Uh...
So we were just--
Joy gave you the keys, didn't she?
- Yeah. - Yeah.
We didn't break it, did we?
Hope not. Just had to replace the one on the mainland.
- What you got there? - It's a surprise, actually.
I was hoping to invite you to a birthday dinner--
all of you-- prepared by yours truly.
Unless, of course, you want the nutloaf marinara again.
- No. - No.
Okay.
- Excuse me. Do you mind? - Oh, sure.
It's a...
little trick to it.
How did you...
Just have to jiggle the keys a little
- Surprised Joy didn't show you. - Well, we would love to come.
- So we'll see you there? - Yeah. Yeah.
- Uh, we got to go get ready. - Uh, Renee. Eva.
- Um, yeah, that's great. - What are you guys doing?
- Wait, wait-- - Yeah, hi.
- Goodbye. - Eva, what are you...
So...I...guess that's a yes.
We'd love to.
And...
I'd... love to.
Great. Well, since your bus got hijacked, can I give you a lift?
Sure.
Yeah? Great.
I know a shortcut.
Oh, my goodness. We almost didn't make it back there.
This bus is on its last leg.
It was scary there for a minute, but you did it, girl. Good job.
- Thank you. - Well, maybe we should go change
so that we can be on time for dinner at Chez Kareem.
- Okay? - Yeah, let's do it.
- Okay. - Don't be late.
Thanks for this.
And thanks for letting me use your office last night.
- What time did you leave? - Late.
Yeah? How's the, uh, presentation?
Pretty good.
I'm really excited about doing something different
and more creative than just charts and graphs.
Tell me about it.
Well, you know, our community has always been a village.
We look for opportunities to fellowship,
to celebrate and uplift.
And I'm looking for ways to make that happen.
Finance is... great.
It's just this...
It's my passion.
You know, believe it or not, I can relate.
Anything to do with that cafe for sale on your computer?
Possibly.
But... I know I'm needed here, so I just...
I do what I can to stay focused and avoid distraction.
Yes. Avoid distraction.
Yeah.
So, do you live on the grounds?
Yeah. Um... my family's land is a few miles back
at the edge of the property line.
I did go away to the mainland for college and med school,
but I always knew I'd come back home.
This place means a lot to you?
Everything. You know, my...
My people, my family-- we've been here.
Ultimately, everything I do is for them.
I can relate in my own way.
What's your family like?
I'm an only child, and since my father passed,
I take care of most of my mother's affairs.
She's struggling with her memory, so...
You're a good daughter.
Taking care of family is a privilege.
She gave her whole self taking care of me,
and if I can just give a fraction of what
she gave me back to her, it's all worth it.
Yeah. It's a good thing.
And I know she's really proud of you,
especially with this new promotion coming up.
I guess I should go change.
I have dinner plans.
Yeah. You do. 7:00.
Wow. So good.
That's why it's kind of mixed all in there.
Oh.
That was amazing, Kareem.
And you did all of this for my birthday?
I feel so special.
You know, you--you really could have your own restaurant.
Oh.
Yeah. It'd be nice to have a little place on the island.
You know? Maybe a little something
that honored the traditions and heritage of my people.
But, uh, if there's no medical care on the island,
people like me die off the island.
It's already been happening all around the isles,
and I don't want to see it happen here.
You know, we all have our own obligations.
You know, Eva, you-- you have your home life.
Renee, you have your passions.
Samara, you have your mother, right?
I just feel like we should all be able to be happy
and fulfill our obligations.
Maybe.
But that ain't even why we're here.
We are here to celebrate.
So happy birthday, Samara.
Happy birthday, girl.
- Happy birthday. - Thank you.
Looks like we need more wine.
I need to excuse myself as well. Where's the...
Uh, right around the corner here.
Now, this is the part where Eva the brilliant businesswoman,
and Samara, her good friend with great ideas,
talk about her big interview coming up.
Should have known this is coming.
Well, fine. I think there's a way to approach
the position of finance director
that could prove I am the right pick for the job
and make the job an even better fit for me.
I can be more creative in my work,
a creative spin on financial analysis.
Okay, I'm listening.
What we know is that Black families are so hungry
to get together to honor our bonds as family,
show pride, our heritage of joy and tradition of resilience,
to honor everything that made us stronger.
What if we could create a card collection
that celebrates Black family reunions?
Those cards would go flying off the shelf.
Wow. [laughs] I-I love it.
And, you know, weirdly enough,
I've been loving all of this, and I just feel like--
Like I've... opened up.
Yeah.
On a soul level.
Soul. Soul, soul.
Summers of soul?
No, but close.
Soulful Summers.
I like it.
See? My advice can be good.
I mean, you literally used to do this for a living.
I should be paying you for this consulting.
Yeah, I could get paid for this, couldn't I?
I mean, wait, wait, wait, wait.
I'm not paying you. That was a freebie, right?
Okay, girl, the first one is on the house.
Let's toast to that-- to your promotion.
Cheers.
Wait.
Oh, you have got to be kidding me.
Hey, Samara?
Happy birthday.
What is it?
Open and see.
Paints?
And more.
How did you...
Why?
Well, I, uh, I saw you at the overlook the other day,
and it seemed like you could refresh your supply.
Thank you.
He is full of surprises all right.
I know the elder said that my basket was
only pretty on the outside, but I think that
this basket is pretty good all around,
especially for a beginner.
Listen, I haven't told Samara this yet,
but I found something last night.
- You found something? - Yes.
- Look. - Um...
I don't follow.
It is women's hair.
I found it in Dr. Kareem's bathroom last night.
It was in a brush.
Okay, you found a clump of hair?
What are you saying?
I am saying that man is not single.
There's got to be an explanation for this.
I have been encouraging her to go after him
this whole week, and now this. Flagrant foul.
We got to tell her, right?
Yeah, I think so.
She just said my basket is unfinished.
She's saying I have unfinished business here.
I mean, obviously she's talking about Kareem.
What's the point? I leave tomorrow.
Who cares if he's handsome, educated, and insanely talented?
You know, I think she's probably talking about your job,
not Kareem.
And really, Samara, what do you know about this guy, actually?
What does that mean? Now you sound like Eva,
always having an opinion about everything and everybody.
But she's just looking out for us.
Looking out for us? Really? Whatever happened to
"I sure wish Eva would mind her own business.
She's always telling people what to do"?
No wonder you want her out the business.
Samara, you told me you wanted me out
so that I could go back to work.
You said that you wanted it for your future family.
I did. I do.
That's not what it sounds like to me.
Come to think of it, you have been picking on me
for trying to help you with the salon a very long--
Can we talk about this some other time, okay?
I think right now we really need to deal with--
No. No. Unh-unh.
You all think that I am some no-good busybody?
Okay, fine. Forget it. You're on your own, then.
Oh, Eva, come on.
Eva, that's not what I meant. Hey. Come back!
Eva, I'm sorry.
Okay.
Listen, I didn't think I would have to do this on my own,
but here goes. Kareem--
Eva?
Eva...
are you okay? - It's fine. I'm okay.
I think I just aggravated my ankle.
- Hey, what happened? - I'm fine.
Oh.
Yeah, except your ankle is swelling up.
All right, I'm going to move your foot just a little bit.
Let me know if you feel any pressure.
- Ahh. - Okay.
- All right. - Now the other way.
Okay.
All right, Eva, you are officially benched
until your departure tomorrow.
I got it from here, ladies. It's okay.
Renee, hey, wait up.
So what just happened?
This trip has been... a real roller coaster.
We are supposed to be bonding,
but I kind of feel like we're coming unglued.
You mean Eva?
I mean all of us.
Because when I tell you what I'm about to tell you,
you're not going to like me much either.
Is this about Kareem again?
You've been pushing me towards him all week, and now--
There was women's hair in his bathroom last night.
You went snooping?!
It was right there! It's not like he was hiding it.
Are you mad at me?
No. I'm glad you told me.
It just makes things a lot... simpler in a way.
Okay. Well, what you gonna do?
You want me to tell him about himself?
Little girls do that, Renee. Real women get clarity.
And make no mistake, I'm a real one.
A'ight, that's my girl. What you gonna do?
I'm gonna have a conversation with him.
But first, I...
I need to go someplace and clear my mind.
I took Eva back to her cabin.
- Ankle's gonna be just fine. - How did you know I was--
Renee said you went to clear your mind.
Anything you want to talk about?
Kareem, are you seeing someone?
Because I thought we had a connection.
Was I wrong?
No. You weren't wrong.
Well, then why are there women's toiletries
and strands of hair in your bathroom?
Renee said she saw them at your house.
That's a fair question.
You deserve an answer.
Would you come with me?
Please?
Oh, Papa. Samara.
- Hi. -"Papa"?
JoyJoy05.
Your daughter?
And the owner of the items in question.
Wow. Glad that's cleared up.
You know, now that you know,
maybe you could help us out with something, actually.
Wow.
That is magnificent.
I didn't know you were a painter.
I want to go to art school at Spelman, but Papa...
The mainland doesn't need you, Joy, believe me.
They will see your shine, and they will dull it.
You are needed here at home. This is what I mean.
Okay, see, Samara here--
she loves her painting, but she explores that love
after she's taken care of her obligations.
Just because you're here on the island
doesn't mean you can't still paint.
Well, I mean, just because I had to choose between my art
and my profession doesn't mean that she has to.
It's no use, Samara. He won't listen to me.
He thinks that being an artist is just some silly dream.
But I can't help my people and follow my heart.
You can still be an artist. I just don't want you
to leave and go to the mainland to do it.
Stay here, help our people.
Hone your craft like I have. That's what Samara's done.
No. I mean, yes, I did that, but I was different.
My family was very supportive of me and my art,
but I had to put them first because my art...
didn't support me.
But, Joy, this is very strong work.
You are very talented.
Yeah, well, Papa says talent and purpose
aren't always on the same path, so...
Yeah, I think I heard him say that once,
but what do you think, Joy?
Samara?
I think it's time we got you back to the cabin.
Don't you think?
I needed you to back me up in there,
not mess with my daughter's head.
I needed a good influence.
Good influence? So that's what you were doing?
What's this supposed to mean?
You have dreams, too.
You're running away from it-- your cooking, your restaurant.
Okay, we're here to talk about Joy, not talk about me.
Fine. Then let's talk about her, then.
This is her life, Kareem.
She shouldn't make decisions based on obligations.
She's 18 years old!
If you keep her here,
you make her people and her family a responsibility.
She will resent it, believe me.
She got a full-ride scholarship to Spelman.
She got into the top-ranking HBCU art program,
and you don't want her to go?
You know, our people keep going and not coming back.
I don't want that for her. I don't want her to go.
I don't-- I don't want to lose her.
She isn't her mother, Kareem. Just because she left,
it doesn't mean you'll lose Joy, too.
It's getting late.
I think it's time we got you back to the cabin.
- I just think both of you-- - You know,
some dreams just are not worth the risk.
Maybe you're right about Joy, but not about me.
They call these whispering stones.
Retreat tradition says once you've visited the island,
you take a piece of it with you for always.
As long as you keep it with you,
these stones will whisper to you when,
not if, it's time to return.
Well, ladies, it has been a pleasure
to meet and grow with you all.
Now, we release you back to the mainland,
and I trust
you are prepared to take all you've learned on the island
and bring it home to continue your journey.
Checkout is in one hour.
What's with you three?
You're usually thick as thieves,
but today your quiet as church mice.
Is everything okay?
No, everything is not okay.
Eva.
I'll meet you at the bus.
Okay.
Don't worry. I didn't come here to have another argument.
I just need to use the WiFi one last time.
Yeah, of course.
You're sending your travel proposal?
I'm sending my proposal, yes.
Travel... no.
No risks.
Just numbers and facts.
I thought you said that this proposal
would make you a shoe-in for your promotion.
And you told me and your daughter
that doing what we love
isn't worth risking our obligations for.
You know, this trip was supposed to be fun,
but now I'm heading home with this heavy...
This heavy what?
I was so sure I had it all figured out.
But this place-- I was not ready for...
this impact.
It's done.
You sent it?
I sent what I should have sent before we came.
Charts and graphs.
That is who I am.
Samara...
No, maybe you're right.
Our obligations have to come first.
Wait.
Goodbye, Kareem.
- You two gonna be okay? - Are you gonna be okay?
You know, sometimes "goodbye" is just "see you later."
It's time to get back to real life.
I've got an interview to prepare for.
Yes, your promotion.
Yeah.
My promotion.
♪ Ooh, ooh
♪ Ooh, oh, ohh
♪ Gonna trouble the waters
So they didn't have the creamer you liked,
but I got you sugar-free.
That stuff tastes so nasty, it should be free.
Wow. Look at this.
Yeah.
You really put in some work on these.
Yeah.
I want to thank you for bringing
that art therapist to me.
You know, sometimes for me,
it's work just to remember how to do the day.
But when I'm painting, it doesn't feel like work.
It just feels. I remember myself.
You know what I mean, Samara?
Mmm.
You need anything else, boss lady?
Oh, no, I'm good, Stacey. Thank you.
So how does it feel to have your girls for real?
Relief. Joy. Still as exhausting as ever.
Mm.
How long did it take you to get approved to be a foster mother?
And can you even do that with,
like, a job or your own business?
Well, there's a will, there's a way, Renee.
And there's a huge need for foster moms.
If you want, I can hook you up with our social worker.
Yeah, I would like that. Thank you. Yes.
- And you are all done. - Oh.
I mean, you can't fix perfection. Look at this.
I am. Get it, girl.
- You did this. - Yes.
- All right, now. - All right.
I love it.
Hi.
I'm sorry.
Can you fit me in?
I'm sorry, too.
Of course. Come sit down.
I know that my love can seem... overbearing.
You're so successful, and I am so, so proud of you.
And it was right of me to invest in your salon
and in your incredible talent.
Eva, no.
The way you love is beautiful and--and generous,
and I am so honored to receive it.
I'm sorry. I just didn't know how to express myself.
I was frustrated. You have your family. Sam has her career.
I just wanted something to be fully responsible for, too,
you know, something of my own.
Yeah.
And that is why...
I am selling you back my stake in the salon.
- Yeah? - I'm going back to work.
I have an interview tomorrow.
Oh, my gosh. Congratulations!
Oh. Okay, don't you worry.
I am going to turn this mom into the ultimate mom-trepreneur.
All right, girl.
- Let's go. - Okay.
Thank you for submitting your proposal, Samara.
Ready when you are.
In a company whose product
is not just the tangible assets it makes or sells,
but is the message it conveys,
it is important for the finance team
to decode how well that message is communicated
by aggregating clear, concise,
and reliable financial data.
These images--
Uh...
Oh, no. Did the projector get stuck again?
I.T. said they were going to fix that.
I'm--I'm so sorry. This is--
This is a different version of... this presentation. This--
What was the other presentation about?
The Mahogany woman.
Us. Me.
Expanding the role of financial director
to be a connecting presence.
Deborah, you asked for creative ways
to energize the third quarter.
I did.
And I have an idea to do just that.
As the new finance director,
I'd be the best person to manage the initiative...
Soulful Summers,
where we help our sisters
celebrate the meaning and beauty of Black family
and the deep importance of our coming together
to honor who we are, where we've been,
and the endless possibilities before us.
Our customers are strong.
They're bosses in boardrooms, living rooms,
and no matter how much they accomplish,
they find themselves hungry for more.
Not more doing or achieving. More peace.
More of a feeling of... being enough.
We can create a tradition...
a summer travel season that satisfies that soul hunger,
Soulful... Summers.
Hmm.
Very interesting take
on the finance director role, Samara,
but the job description
pretty clearly articulates the perimeters of the position.
Samara, do you actually want this job?
Mm.
It's open!
I don't know if we're celebrating or commiserating,
but I brought champagne,
and there is barbecue on the way.
And this was at your door. What is it?
So, come on, spill it. Tell us what happened.
I rewilded. That is what happened.
All that self talk from Ariella, I'm just...
Changed?
I know.
Kareem.
- Wait a minute. Is that us? - When did you...
Right after the blessing ritual.
Whether it was up or down, I...
I couldn't stop thinking about you two,
and...
how you've always been there,
how we hold each other up and...
make each other better.
So...
what are you gonna do now?
I'm going to go a different way
for the finance director position.
One of the external candidates just had all
the technical background we're looking for in the role.
Totally understand.
And I hope you can understand that...
I think I've outgrown my current position.
I'm so much more than charts and graphs.
What do you want?
I still think I have a lot to offer the company...
as an illustrator.
Hmm.
Interesting.
What are these?
Finance reports. But on the back...
I always thought these were a distraction,
but all the while I think this is
what you're supposed to be doing.
You want to be an illustrator here,
it's gonna be hard work.
But don't worry. I'll help you get there.
-♪ Kumbaya, my Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya, my Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya, my Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
♪ Oh, Lord
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Someone is praying, Lord -♪ Kum, kumbaya
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
♪ Oh, Lord
-♪ Kumbaya -♪ Kum, kumbaya
Hey, you.
Do you know where I can find some WiFi on this island?
Samara.
- You came back. - Yeah.
I expected to see you at the bus on the mainland.
Yeah, I've been busy with other things.
Come with me.
Things have been going pretty smooth.
- Yeah? - It's nice.
I built a complete portfolio.
In a month? Wow.
Joy's gonna be really happy
that you are working in your passions.
Where is she?
Spelman. Graduated last month, left last week.
Miss her already.
- She'll be back. - I know.
I weighed her bag down with whispering stones to be sure.
What made you change your mind about Joy?
You did, and her begging and pleading.
I admit it. You were right.
What are we doing here? I think they're closed.
Yeah. It, uh, needs a lot of work,
um, but it's got room for a kitchen,
some tables, and some guests.
Hoping you'll be one.
Wait, what? Is this place...
It's mine.
When I sent you your painting,
I realized that you captured the spirit of the island
in your friends' images.
You painted exactly what I want people to feel
when they're eating my cooking,
connected to something with deep roots,
friendship, and family.
And I realized that now
everything I wanted is right in front of me.
Everything?
Everything.