Reviewers have noted that this episode marks a shift from Alicia as just a "wronged wife" to a struggling single working mother. It highlights the "smarmy" and passive-aggressive nature of Cary, who attempts to take credit for the win at the end of the hour. Personal Opinions
“...Casey... can be smarmy and passive aggressive... but he's also not as confident as a seems. A nice, layered character.” TV Fanatic · 16 years ago
Kenny is released without jail time. The episode ends with a poignant moment between Alicia and her daughter, Grace, as they begin to accept their new, smaller apartment as "home". Critical Perspective
Alicia is approached by , the 18-year-old son of former friends who ostracized her following her husband's sex and corruption scandal. Kenny is charged with felony murder after a security guard is found dead during what was intended to be a simple trip to buy marijuana.