The Best Episodes Written By Aeysha Carr

When Maxine offers to set Bobby up with a friend who the family deems unattractive, a debate about beauty and superficiality ensues that spurs Maxine to try to prove that the world is not that shallow.

Chris fails math but he changes the grade on his report card before showing it to his parents. Julius recovers from the gout by staying at home and watching soap operas.

Crime boss Seamus Murphy resurfaces to claim his promised favor from Holt, so Jake and Charles befriend the Murphy family's Fredo to get information.

The family's reverend is hit by a car, igniting passionate family discourse about religion and spirituality. In addition, Jerrod and Maxine must face deeper aspects of their relationship.

The prison system is discussed by the family when Jerrod's childhood friend is released from jail after 10 years. Also, Jerrod must face how much his life has changed, and an idealistic viewpoint clashes with realist attitudes.

At a roller disco event, Michael bumps into a guy with boyfriend potential. Claire zeroes in on an apartment, and Stanley goes on a date.

On the heels of his return home, Hampton reckons with all the changes that took place during his long absence.

Hampton's first day of freedom takes a few surprising turns. Astoria gets interrupted at work.

Astoria enjoys a night out on the town, and Hampton gets sidetracked.

The summer solstice arrives, propelling each member of the Chambers family down a new path.