In tonight’s episode, WE are introduced to sisters Tina and Erica, who make up the hot gospel duo, Mary Mary.  Erica is the calm sister who goes with the flow, while Tina is the outspoken sister who feels like she is spread a bit too thin being a performer and a mom.

While Tina and Erica are at Fever Studios with Tina’s husband, Terry, having some fun with the kids, their manager Mitchell is trying desperately to keep the sisters on schedule.  With only minutes to go before they need to leave for the airport, the sisters must review the clothes their stylist and sister, Goo has picked out for their upcoming concert.  MMQuote: “She keeps us fly, she keeps us cute.”  Goo is the younger sister of the family, who seems to have a fierce sense of style and a fiercer personality.  WE can tell off the bat, Mitchell is not a fan of Goo, and it seems like the feeling is mutual.  With the event happening in less than 24 hours, Mitchell is not convinced Goo can have Erica’s dress altered and shipped to Atlanta in enough time.  MMQuote: “Key word here… arrive… it just needs to arrive.  How bout that?”

After the sisters arrive in Atlanta, they immediately have to go through sound check before they can even start to get ready for the concert.  With the black dress 45 minutes away from being delivered, Mitchell makes Goo harshly aware that his priority should be securing an amazing performance, not on where the “stupid” dress is.  As soon as Mitch closes that door, we know it’s about to go down.  Blaming his dress concerns on how fragile a state pregnant Erica is in, Mitch proceeds to tell Goo she is causing her sister added stress that she does not need. WE’re not saying Mitch is pulling the pregnancy card for no reason, but WE wonder if he is truly concerned about the stress it is causing Erica, or if he only cares about the stress it is causing him.  MMQuote: “You better pray that dress is here.  That’s all I’m saying.”

The mystery black dress does indeed arrive with time to spare as Goo breaks the good news to Tina and Erica, whom are knee deep in hair and makeup.  While others rejoice, Mitch continues to be the Debbie Downer, pointing out the dress definitely needs to be steamed.  MMQuote: “Mitchell likes to freak out and have panic attacks.  I respect his opinions, but don’t come for me.  And he comes for me.”  We can’t wait to see the drama unfold with these two :)

As we have already noticed, the sisters are always late, and today is no exception.  With Erica perfecting her makeup while still in a robe, you start to wonder if they will ever make it to the red carpet.  MMQuote: “Darnit, I’m a good person and I mean well.  But I struggle with time.”  Finally, Erica is whisked off to the back room to change, and Mary Mary emerges dressed and ready to go.  Before leaving the hotel, Mary Mary stops to regroup and pray, MMQuote: “If God can’t help me get right, it ain’t gonna be right.”

With the red carpet almost closed, Mary Mary arrives in time to take a few pictures (Anyone notice one of our favorite non-profit’s logos in the background? Go Make-A-Wish Foundation!). In between contractions, Erica insists on continuing with the performance much to Tina’s dismay, and they KILL IT!

Mitch calls a mini meeting to discuss the possibility of the sisters performing at the Macy’s Tree Lighting ceremony in Atlanta on Thanksgiving.  Tina is automatically worried about leaving her babies on Thanksgiving.  MMQuote: “You and Mitch are always on the yes wagon, and I’m always on the no wagon so it looks like I’m the disagreeable Mary.”  With hesitation, the sisters agree to perform, but are disappointed they will not be able to spend Thanksgiving with the family.

Once they are back in LA, Erica and Warryn sit down to discuss the plans for Thanksgiving with Erica desperately hoping Warryn will agree to come with her and Tina, bringing along their children as well.  After much deliberation and back and forth (Warryn would rather not miss out on his mother’s cooking and being with his cousins) Warryn agrees to spend the holiday in Atlanta so the family can be together.  MMQuote: “It wasn’t easy, but he said yes. A hard yes.”  While Erica is content, her mother Honey reminds her that Tina will most likely be upset since her family cannot spend the holiday in Atlanta.  When Erica breaks the news to Tina, she is visibly upset.  She doesn’t understand why they can’t both be lonely together, and immediately wants to back out of the performance.  With the Gospel fan community being so small, a decision like this could hurt the reputation of Mary Mary.  MMQuote: “I know this is selfish, but real talk.  I don’t want to go.”  Tina realizes she has no choice, and agrees to go with or without her family.

WE are absolutely heartbroken when Tina breaks the news to her kids.  Laiah looks the most upset of all the children, mainly because her mother will not be there for her glee recital.  As Tina wipes away her tears, we can see this breaks her heart as well.  MMQuote: “Tina loves her kids.  Everyone does.  But oh, that Tina!”

Knowing that her sister is upset about these arrangements, Erica calls Teddy on the DL to convince him to surprise Tina with the kids on Thanksgiving morning.  It doesn’t look good, but Teddy will try his best.  WE hope they show up!

Knowing the importance of their fans’ support, Mary Mary hits up the radio circuit that supports their careers and their love for music.  They are all about connecting with their fans, and it’s amazing!  MMQuote: “You have to turn Tina off, and turn Mary on.”

Tina calls her family to feel connected while being disconnected and in another city, and her kids and husband seem a little disconnected as well.  Laiah is changing the water in her fish tank, the other kids are watching “Yo Gabba Gabba!,” and Teddy sounds exhausted.  This is not the type of phone call Erica (Erica or Tina? I’m confused) needs when she is already so upset about missing the holiday.  Reluctantly, Tina let’s them all get back to what they were doing, but not without feeling a little heartbroken.

On Thanksgiving morning, Tina is alone in her room.  MMQuote: “Who wants to be lonely on Thanksgiving?  This is not fresh.  This is not fresh at all!” Our hearts skip a beat when she is interrupted by a knock on the door.  Please let this be Teddy and the kids!  As the door swings open, Tina lets out a “someone got shot” scream.  There is Teddy and the kids, waiting with flowers and glowing smiles.  After the screaming subsides, Tina runs down the hallway to get TJ, who had run away from all the screaming and yelling.  The poor kid looks petrified!  MMQuote: “That was like you saw us all get shot, and we nervous right now!”

With Thanksgiving dinner behind them, Mary Mary gives an awesome performance at the Macy’s Tree Lighting ceremony with their families in the crowd.  MMQuote: “When I watch Tina perform, I am so extremely proud of her.”

After arriving back in LA, Erica starts to cause concern when she experiences a string of contractions at 27 weeks.

Will Erica carry her child full term?  Will Mitch and Goo get into more drama as the season continues?  Will Tina and Erica struggle to balance their career and their family responsibilities?  Let us know what you think will happen in season 1!  Leave a comment below...