Say You'll Remember Me

Content Warning: This section of the guide includes discussion of illness and death.

The Diaz family returns home after Grandma’s funeral, all wearing black and in somber moods. In the kitchen, Dad reveals that Grandma had a heart condition requiring surgery that she chose not to get; he kept this secret at her request. This revelation upsets the siblings, particularly Jeneva, who feels they should have been told.

Dad then suggests it’s time to consider a memory care facility for their mother Lisa. He explains that he’s exhausted from providing full-time care, especially now that Grandma is gone, and describes the financial burden of home health aides versus a facility. This suggestion creates conflict, especially with Tristan, who accuses Dad of wanting to “dump” their mother so he can pursue romantic interests. Dad admits to seeking companionship outside the home as a coping mechanism for his loneliness, leaving the siblings to discuss their options.

Xavier is at his veterinary clinic in Minnesota the day after the funeral, speaking with Samantha on the phone about the family’s decision to try home care by Samantha for her mother rather than a memory care facility.