Lemons

After visiting Mrs. Dickerson, who has a picture of what seems like a Bigfoot eye, they head to Eliza’s, where they learn that a Bigfoot came out of the woods while Eliza was playing with her friends. Her father grabbed a rifle and was planning to shoot it if it attacked. Eliza mentions the kick the can game the day before, and Tobin glares at Lemonade. Lemonade comes across a clod of fur in the woods that appears to be from a Bigfoot.

The next day, Tobin calls the professor, who asks for the sample to be sent in. Tobin is excited at the thought of making history. Afterward, he reveals that he knew Lemonade was with the other kids. Lemonade says that she did nothing wrong but knows that Tobin is hurt because she kept it secret. The discussion quickly turns into an argument, as both Tobin and Lemonade grow emotional. Lemonade tells Tobin he has no friends and accuses him of being jealous, and Tobin tells Lemonade she can no longer work with him. Lemonade leaves in a fit of anger and slams the door.

Charlies serves egg salad sandwiches with tomatoes for supper; Lemonade hates tomatoes. She’s tired of Charlie seeming unaware of this, and her emotions are still high from her argument with Tobin. She accuses Charlie of caring more about Tobin than her and says she wishes she never came to Willow Creek. She runs out into the rain, with Charlie chasing after her.

Lemonade makes it to Mrs. Dickerson’s house, and she is shocked to see her in the middle of a storm. She invites Lemonade in and gives her fresh clothes, and Lemonade admits to having fought with both Tobin and Charlie. Mrs. Dickerson reminds her that grief can have strange effects on peoples’ emotions and that all three of them are grieving right now. She tells Lemonade that Charlie and Tobin both love her and reminds her to be grateful. Mrs. Dickerson’s phone rings: Charlie injured himself and is in the hospital.

Mrs. Dickerson drives Lemonade to the hospital, where she immediately asks for Charlie. After sharing a moment of warmth and comfort with Tobin, Debbie, and Mrs. Dickerson, Lemonade goes in to see Charlie, who is still asleep. She remembers seeing her mother in a hospital before she died. Elizabeth reminded her then of the importance of her name. Lemonade gets in the bed and wraps her arms around Charlie, whispering to her mother for guidance and strength and asking God to let Charlie be alright.

Lemonade wakes up the next morning at Charlie’s home, hoping everything the day before was a dream. When she goes downstairs, she finds Debbie and Tobin but not Charlie. Debbie tells Lemonade that Charlie is going to be fine, and Lemonade breaks down in tears from relief. Lemonade admits that she worries she has forgotten how to make lemonade, particularly in situations like this, and Tobin reminds her that she still has that skill in her somewhere.

After breakfast, Debbie helps Lemonade do her hair and pick out clothes. They discuss the loved ones they miss and share their favorite memories. Lemonade asks Debbie how she handles the pain when it becomes too intense, and Debbie explains that she tries to be grateful for the time she had with her husband. She also holds out hope that he will return. They empathize with each other and the love they still have for those they’ve lost, and Debbie gives Lemonade a hug. Later, they visit Charlie, who is awake and doing well. He doesn’t blame Lemonade for his accident, telling her he would follow her anywhere because he loves her. Lemonade gives Charlie their biggest hug yet. Charlie then asks if anyone brought beef jerky.

Tobin reinstates Lemonade as his assistant. Charlie gets home from the hospital a week later and is almost healed. Tobin and Lemonade hear back from the professor, who announces that they have discovered an unidentified primate species, and Tobin is prouder than Lemonade has ever seen him. Tobin and Lemonade are interviewed by a local news channel, and they are sure to include a statement about the importance of not reacting to Bigfoot with violence.

Charlie helps Lemonade learn to ride a bicycle. When he feels she’s ready, he lets go, and she rides by herself for the first time as Charlie, Tobin, and Debbie all cheer. Lemonade is proud to have accomplished something that scared her, and afterward, she celebrates with her new family. They all toast to their lost loved ones and share memories together, and Lemonade feels grateful to be surrounded by people who love her.