When Todd, a developmentally-challenged 20 year-old with an affinity for animals, hears that the animal shelter is looking for families to foster a dog for Christmas, he’s eager to sign up. But Todd's father George says “no adoptions” – even temporary ones – claiming he wants to protect Todd from disappointment. Mary Ann, Todd's mother, knows better. Something else is troubling George – something he doesn’t want to face.
Cassie and Sam prepare for the next chapter of their lives as Nick and Grace get ready to graduate and attend college. On the last few days of school, Grace helps a local fashion designer make a dress for a client. Martha continues to try and find clues to the Middleton treasure, and Nick’s mom, Linda arrives in town. Stephanie and Adam struggle to balance their workload and their relationship.
