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Sometimes I think there's very little difference between men and women.

And then...

There's all the other times.

Anyway,

I'll see you later.

Yeah.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend, huh? Yeah, cheers.

What was all that about?

Oh, just bloke stuff.

But if men and women really are the same...

How come a woman's work is never done?

Well, you never heard of clean as you go?

Sorry, I just need to get this in.

Darling, you haven't even seen the place yet.

Mum, after you arrive tomorrow and the last you'd heard, I'd found us a house.

Give it to Mum.

Oh, darling, they're beautiful.

And from next door.

Right, I'm off.

Fingers crossed that I get it.

Mum, leave that. I'll clean it up later. Good luck. Thank you.

So, Dad, are we seeing Cooper today?

Yeah, I'm meeting him with Alan.

You can come too, if you like.

No, no, it's fine. Dave's finished his early job. Maybe we could do something.

Like what?

I don't know. Go for a walk?

Oh, I'd love to, but I promised the guys I'd go and watch the cricket.

Actually, I should go now, really. But that's not for Alan. I've got some

errands to run. Just work stuff.

He's up to something, your dad.

He's been sneaking off somewhere all week.

Secret men's business.

Should I clean up?

Male or female, a bit of secret business is good for the soul.

I just needed to find some of my own.

See you again soon?

Hope so.

Guess I can't ignore the real world any longer.

That's weird. My mum's rung like a hundred times.

I hope everything's okay.

Yeah.

Do you think?

Yeah, Mum, it's me.

What's... Okay, okay, I'll come over now.

Yep, how's Emma? She's going to be late going to the shop.

Honey, have you been deceived lately?

I know when Julie sneaked my bike in, but she's so cute, I can't stay angry.

Okay, I'm glad you thought these cards never lie.

What cards?

My angel affirmation cards.

Babe, don't tell me you're wasting money on those things. No, I've had these for

ages. I found them upstairs in between my tarot and the I Ching. I Ching?

Admit it, we need all the help we can get right now.

Look, just...

Ask a question and pick a card. It might give you an insight into your day.

Joining forces will bring results.

That's so vague, it couldn't mean anything.

No, it's very specific.

It means if we work together, things will be fine.

We do work together and things aren't fine.

We need money now. Yeah, I know, Cabo, I'm not stupid.

How do we get money? Ask properly and clear your mind.

Shouldn't be too hard.

Fine, okay, I'll put them away.

But I wouldn't just dismiss something that you believed in.

Whatever. I'll just throw the kitchen, will I? Since I'm the only one who puts

stuff away around here.

Whoever said girls are neat was a married one.

Oh, and it's your turn to walk the dog.

I think you should sit down. No, I don't want to sit down.

Right, well, maybe I'll sit down then.

Tea, tea.

Don't leave it.

Look, if this is about Craig, you're acting way out of proportion.

So it's true.

You're seeing each other.

Okay, I was going to tell you, but it seemed kind of, I don't know, tacky or

something to hook up with your odd jobs guy.

That's what you think?

What? He does odd jobs? Well, yes, and he studies.

Oh, Emma.

Okay, you're starting to freak me out now.

He's not what he seems.

What do you mean?

Well, the Logan name thing is just the least of it, really. I mean, a lot of

people use other names when they work, depending on... What? Mum, what other

name? What are you talking about?

He's an escort.

And a student called Craig, but he's an escort called Logan.

Escort, as in a... Yes.

There are times when a woman has no choice but to take the bull by the

How could you lie to us like that?

I don't care about me, but I do care about my daughter.

How could you hurt her like that? I told you I couldn't see you anymore.

Oh, well, bully for you. Aren't you a saint?

Where the hell are you going?

Look, I was going to tell you. Which bit?

The fact that you're a prostitute or that you slept with my mother? Answer

question. Look, I'm sorry, okay? I didn't mean to hurt either of you. How

it not hurt? How could you think that this would ever work out? I didn't

That's just it. I met you and I fell for you and I didn't think.

But you lied.

You slept with my mother and then you slept with me. What kind of a person

that? Hey, you're angry. I get it. But none of this was part of the deal.

What? You were hiring an escort, not a boyfriend.

The rules were clear from the beginning. I never led you on.

I really am sorry you got caught up in all this.

You don't deserve it.

And you don't deserve either of us.

You okay, Mum?

Of course.

Hey,

hey. Who might you be?

This is Julie, although she needs another name.

It's a beautiful painting.

Oh, no, it needs work. I haven't painted outdoors for ages.

Now I'm remembering why.

So do you want to talk about it?

What? There's something worrying you.

No.

Well... No.

Have you ever done any life modelling?

You'd be good.

Perfect. Beautiful hair.

Very pre -Raphaelite. Well, most people don't usually like red hair. Well, most

people are usually wrong.

Or a Botticelli. No, now you're just making fun.

No, I'm not.

My husband would probably think a Botticelli was some kind of pasta.

Are you sure you don't want to talk about it?

I'm a good listener.

I better keep going.

Sure. Well, enjoy your walk.

If you change your mind, I'll be here for the whole afternoon.

Probably the next.

Got to pay the rent somehow.

Bye.

I have something that I feel belongs to you.

Um, photos of you and your family.

Oh, I'd love to see them. I've had them for years, but I think they rightfully

belong to you.

I don't mean to stir up any... Oh, no, no, no, it's fine.

Oh!

Gosh, look how young Mum is.

She looks so happy.

Yeah, no, it was like, what the hell? It was like, whatever.

Yeah, what a dickhead.

Right. Yeah, see you later.

You

play?

Play what?

Cricket.

Yeah?

School.

In the lounge room.

But Nintendo.

Well, maybe you should think about doing it for real.

Told you.

I don't believe anything he says.

He's been thinking about joining the local team.

No, I haven't. Oh, whatever.

Thank you.

I'll see you later.

You're on it.

I'll have to see your mate.

I know, probably.

Well, you don't know where he's going or when he'll be back.

He'll be all right.

He knows how to look after himself.

So, when are you going to bring Julie down and show her the beach?

Maybe never.

Bluck's going to have some secrets.

Love, we're off to take Cooper to the park if you want us to pick up anything

for dinner. No, no, I don't think so, thanks.

It's all right, isn't it, if I eat here tonight?

Yeah, of course. Thank you. We can babysit if you and Dave want to head off

somewhere. No, Dad, that's just clean.

Oh, sorry. I'll quick pick. Yeah, no, it's OK.

I'll do it. You sure?

Yeah, yeah.

Fine, don't keep Cooper waiting.

Thanks, love.

Oh, hello, Eleanor. Ted, is Julie in? Yeah, in the kitchen, mate.

You should have seen us.

We were like Thelma and Louise when they blew up that truck.

Really? Yeah.

We didn't set fire to anything, but I was so proud of Emma.

I should have recorded it with my phone. It would be a YouTube sensation.

Oh, look at you.

You should get mad more often. You're glowing. Oh, you should try it sometime.

Yeah, well, don't tempt me.

We sort of bonded in a weird way.

We're both sworn -off men.

Well, I don't blame you.

Lee?

We're going out.

Sorry? Yeah. No men allowed. Girls only.

When? Tonight?

Yeah, why not?

Got no shortage of babysitters.

What are we going to do?

No idea.

Leave it with me.

At last, some secret woman of business to release that little bit of pressure.

Team's going well.

I heard Tomo's on fire.

Yeah, he's trying to impress the new girlfriend.

Well, whatever it is, it's working.

So, any chance of seeing you back in Watts?

I'd love to, but I usually work Saturdays. Ah, shame.

Oh, so you are here. Hey, Liz. G'day, Julie.

How's the season going?

Oh, the team's taking a beating since I dropped out. Oh, you're winning then?

Yep. Hey, listen, mate, if you're free tomorrow, we're looking for someone to

coach the juniors. She'd be great.

Me? Since when?

Since we got pretty desperate. No offence. Well, you'd have to be

Well, I think the team's going to have to fold if we don't find someone. Oh, I

don't know. Sunday's my only day off.

Well, training can be after school if that suits you better.

Oh,

bugger. Game's about to start. I've got to get suited up.

I'll catch you around. Okay.

Bye. Bye. See you.

You should do it.

What mind have I do?

Out for coaching, I meant.

Jules, I've got no experience.

Surely the love of the game's the most important thing. I love my sleepings

more. Anyway, we're going to the park. Do you want to come?

No, I'll stay and support the team.

Oh, and I'm going out tonight. I wouldn't invite you, but it's girls

Does it involve Donna drinking cosmopolitans and bitching about men?

Probably. Then I'll be happy to stay away.

Well, thanks, Uncle, because I didn't want to disturb you. Very thoughtful.

Oh, milk?

We ran out, so I went and got some more.

So I see.

Yeah, it should be enough.

What, for when the rapture comes?

Have you seen the spatula?

Huh? Have you seen the spatula?

Oh, yeah, it's with the big fry pan.

Just seems more intuitive.

Right.

Yeah, what I've done is I've grouped items according to logic.

See, the egg flips with the small fry pan and the potato mashers with the

saucepan.

Now, it might be a bit confusing at first, but once the right side of your

kicks in, you'll thank me.

Where's the fry pan?

Well, it's wrapped up in a tea towel.

See, why should the tea towels always be on the third drawer down? This way you

get a complete set.

Does the food still live here or has that been rehoused as well? Now you're

taking the piss.

Where's last night's curry? Actually, that's been rehoused.

Do you want me to make you something? Anything you want?

I'm going to go out.

Truly, it won't take a sec. I'll see you later.

They say women are better at sharing their emotions.

Hello?

Anyone there? But there are always exceptions to the rule.

Either way...

We all need an escape, somewhere to retreat when things get too much.

What's all this?

Ask Grandad. Ah, congratulations, man. Stuff to put in it. I thought you were

the cricket.

Yes, he was.

Eventually. God knows where he was before that.

We bumped into Nathan out the front.

Just as well by the look of it. Now all I need is a wife and son.

What, they don't stock those at Ikea?

I'll help you set up your new place if you like. That'd be great. Thanks, Mum.

Are you sure you can fit it in with your packed social life? Oh, what, you mean

like you and your cricket?

What cricket?

Dad's going to coach the juniors.

Lying to children. Have you no shame?

I'll play.

I'm sorry, but I'm not coaching any cricket team. I haven't got the time.

But you should go along anyway. I'm sure they'll find someone.

Surely one of the kids' dads can do it.

Hey, Jew. Come here, come here, Jew.

Oh, you're a cute little Jew. Darling, I don't think that that's such a good

name. Look, it's a first step between Julie and something else.

Yeah, I'm just not so sure we can call out here Jew at the park.

Okay, okay.

Reddit's home. I'll ask her, too. Yeah.

See you later.

I'm so sorry about being late for work today.

Oh, don't worry about it. It was dead anyway.

As usual. Let me get this straight.

Craig is Logan.

Yep. That's the guy that your mum brought to David Joy's anniversary.

Yep. And he really shared you and your mum. The topic is closed.

On the same day. No, I mean it.

My appalling mess of a life is not up for discussion.

Hey, look, it's not that bad.

Are you kidding?

That was my mum on the phone.

I'm going on a girls' night out with her and Julie Rafter.

Can you please come?

Maybe you should go.

Maybe I don't want to go.

Maybe you should ask your dumb cards.

Well, maybe I should.

Looks like I'm coming.

Great.

Evening gives promisers fun.

New age crap.

Toadstropo. Who's Toadstropo? No idea. Probably a member of the bowling club.

means totally, Mum.

We're going to be the oldest ones there.

That's not a good sign if you don't even know what it means.

Oh, nonsense.

Simon from work says it's the best night there is.

Terrific music, friendly people and everyone welcome.

Well, sounds perfect.

And lots of single men.

I'm joking.

Do you want a cup of tea before you go? Oh, no, thanks.

I think it's cocktail time, don't you? Ooh, and how.

OK, I'll be late, darling. Yep, see you later. And whatever happens, no drinking

and dialing.

Oh, no!

Sure, we're sure about this.

Does anyone else feel underdressed?

How can you say I'm stressed as a pineapple?

Well, more importantly, how did you go to the toilet?

Someone said it's a place to be free. Yeah, it's free to be free.

Oh, yes, I've got my license.

You're right, love. Oh, no, no, no. No, really, you're fine. Go in.

And you. Oh, could you at least pretend?

Look, I know it's tough, but I really am much younger than that.

Hi, Dean.

Oh, um, yeah.

They said, don't truffle, they really weren't kidding.

Hey look, pineapple guy just started crumpling.

Oh, I know what that is. I thought he was having a fit.

So girls, ready to dance?

They say girls just want to have fun. Drink first?

Absolutely. And I was determined to have fun if it killed me.

G'day, g'day.

Hey, there's some veggie soup there if you're hungry. I only had a carrot and

half a capsicum, so it's a bit thin.

I've eaten. Thank you.

But I did bring dessert.

Oh, yeah, it's my favourite.

And some sugar for the brain.

Oh, look at you kicking it old school.

Downloading so 2012.

And no, it's not Porky's.

Oh, Weekend at Bernie's.

I'm so happy in my happy hole right now.

So, what did you get up to today?

Oh, nothing.

Just caught up with a mate.

Right, anyone I know?

No.

Jeez, you're a dark pony, aren't you?

No.

You can talk to me, you know.

Hey, I'm sorry I'm still here.

It's okay.

No, it's not.

You've been an excellent hostess, what with all your apron -wearing and

but I don't want to push the friendship, so I'll be out by the end of the week,

whether I've found a place or not.

I bet when you woke up this morning, you had no idea you'd come up with the

pineapple. Hey, what happens on the dance floor stays on the dance floor.

Exactly. Yeah, I mean, Alice and Sonny do know everything. We've got to keep

something to ourselves, am I right? Yeah. Hey, don't look at me. I just

with an escort.

I mean, just because I got talking to some painter guy in the park doesn't

Carver has to find out. He's totally innocent. Just someone I met when I was

working the job. Well, that's right. Yeah, because we're always someone's

Or someone's mum. And don't get me started about being someone's daughter.

Because we can just build up and build up. Sometimes you just want to punch

someone. Don't you?

Oh, she cannot be trusted.

Mum.

Donna.

Here. Focus on that.

Oh.

Hey.

Julie. What are you doing here?

I'm not a complete lost cause. I do have my own life.

It's okay. I'm not going to crap this time.

I'm going to stay alive. There's a guy in the toilet dressed like a pineapple.

I was just picking up a mate. He didn't want to wait in the car.

How did you get in, though? They were checking ID.

This place is awesome.

They've got a huge jacuzzi. Awesome.

Let's go.

See you, Julie.

Hey, my backpack.

I need to get it.

I was totally in with a friend.

Hey, Emma.

Buzz. Don't tell me you're here with your ex -boyfriend's mum and a desperate

friend. She must be desperate if she's after the old Gusman there.

Actually, it were.

Her desperate friend is my mother.

OK.

Well, maybe I'm not your favourite person right now. You think?

But I've got a rate higher than a night out with your mum, desperate or not.

Right now, actually, you don't.

Come on, come and have a drink with us. No, thanks.

What, you're really going to choose your mum over me? Sorry, but I've sworn off

men and that includes you.

How old are you?

I'm 32.

Dad, do you want to stay? It's cool.

No. Dad.

We're leaving.

Have fun.

So, this time tomorrow they will be here.

Who?

Come on, keep up.

Vaska and Edward.

I've missed them heaps.

I can't wait for us all to be together again. The whole Skype thing has just

my head in.

But distance must, you know, add some sort of perspective, yeah?

Yeah. Yeah, I guess so.

Yeah, I've missed Little Ed so much it's painful.

Which I didn't realise when he was waking me up three times a night.

No, it's great to be embarking on a new life. It's all... Better than the old?

Yeah. Let's hope so.

They will be on a plane right now.

I wish I could be there to help with Ed.

Travelling alone with him could be an absolute nightmare.

What are you doing?

Nothing.

What's that smell?

Julie. What?

She wheezes when she's nervous. Can you please find another name for that dog?

I love you, darling.

I love you so much.

Yeah, you should coach that cricket team, you know.

For Jackson, if no one else.

That kid needs some direction.

Yeah, he was at the club tonight with Buzz and that Beanie guy that Donald was

with.

Oh, I hope she's all right.

I mean, she says she is, but I don't think she is.

He should have wholesome activity, not hanging out with pineapples.

That Benny guy?

No, Jackson.

At least Buzz looked embarrassed, so he should.

Oh, I need some water.

Can you get me some water, please?

Thank you.

I'm so lucky to have you, can I tell you that?

And I really did have fun tonight.

Because I wasn't just being a mum or a wife or a...

Daughter, I was Julie Raptor's dancing queen.

What was that about Buzz and Jackson?

Jules?

Thanks for that.

This kettle's taking ages.

Oh. How's the head?

It's fine, thanks.

Morning, all.

Hey, not long now.

Eight and a half hours, but who's counting?

Yeah. Oh, yeah.

Hey, hey, make your run. There's no time. I've got to get there. There's

to do at the new place.

And apparently you offered to help, didn't you?

Yes, and I'm happy to.

Come on, admit it. You're suffering.

Oh, rubbish.

Should you have fun or can't you remember?

Excuse me, I can remember everything.

Oh, yeah? How's Rachel?

What? I warned you about Drake, darling, but you wouldn't listen, would you?

Apparently, you sent it last night.

Oh.

You finished, darling? How about some saucepan drums?

Don't you dare. Come on, pumpkin.

We're going to do some more gardening.

Oh, thanks, Dad.

Well, I didn't want Ruby to pass out from the fumes.

Oh, ha, ha.

Hello, Julie Rafter.

Oh, Liz, hi.

Oh, coaching the kids' cricket. Is that today, is it?

Yes. Oh, he'd love to. He's in the shower, actually, getting ready.

Yeah, well, you know what he's like. Doesn't take much to wear him down.

Oh, OK.

Yeah, will do.

Bye.

Apparently a couple of the kids are sick, so you won't have a full team.

You're evil.

Yeah, I know.

Hello again. No.

No dog today?

No. Her barking hurts my head.

Big night, huh?

You could say that.

I just did say that.

How could you tell yesterday?

Tell what?

That something was bothering me.

It wasn't hard.

Because there is.

Coffee? God, yes.

It just seems like we've stopped talking.

No, it's just a pause while I pour this coffee.

Me and my husband.

Ah.

I mean, we talk, of course we do. We live together, we work together.

But lately, I don't know, it seems like all we do is argue.

Well, most couples argue.

Not us.

I've got something for you.

What are you doing inside?

Hello?

Go on, letterbox him with our flies.

Love, Retta.

Not even a kiss.

All right, come on.

Jew, Jew, Jew, come here.

That's not a real name. We're changing it. No, really.

Jude! Jude Sue!

Come here! Come here! Stop! Stop!

Good girl!

I know what you're thinking.

At least I think I do, and you're wrong.

What am I thinking?

Cabo, he's a nice guy.

We got talking yesterday when I was walking the dog. You weren't walking the

today. He said he was a good listener.

So? I've got ears.

Well, you can talk to this bloke, but you can't talk to me. I was talking

you. I don't want you to talk about me. Talk to me.

Don't you trust me anymore? Of course I do.

Then what?

I don't know.

We used to be happy.

Remember happy?

Vaguely.

Laughing at stuff?

Not fighting.

I don't want to lose you.

were happy then.

When we were trying.

And when we were pregnant.

We were.

No, we can't afford it.

Yeah, you're right.

It'd just make everything just so much worse.

For sure.

Absolutely.

Mmm,

little light upon a hill, calling from

your windowsill.

But one more goodnight, one

more goodbye.

Mmm,

you sing because you're free like bird.

I sing because I know the words.

And our voices will quiet.

Hello?

Is there someone in here?

Why

do

I have to go?

It's called exercise, mate. It's good for you. You should try it sometime.

Two hours and I'll be back to pick you up, all right?

They're all younger than me.

Hey, Julie.

Hi. What are you doing here?

Oh, just supporting the local team.

Having a laugh, really.

Hello. All right, guys, if you could just come and line up over here, it'd be

great.

Get out there and train hard.

Listen to your coach and behave yourself.

Yeah, all right, guys, still waiting here.

Hey,

Jackson, how you going, mate?

All right, guys, just line up around here, please.

Ronald, Percy, come here.

Go to school with them.

All right.

Hey, guys, my name is Dave Rafter, and I'm going to be your new coach.

That's until they find someone who knows what they're doing.

Dave?

Oh, Cooper, come in here.

Come on, mate, quick as you can.

Guys, this is Cooper.

All right, I'll start with a roll call.

Aaron Walsh.

So, let me get this straight.

You're hiding out in a dead man's house to avoid your housemate?

Oh, when you put it like that, it's... Yes.

It's weird.

I've got to get back to the cricket soon to cheer the little bloke on.

Speaking of weird... What? What's with the whole supportive part of you,

What are you talking about? I'm supportive.

You got any bread?

Uh, yeah.

Bit stale, mate. Eat at home.

So, you're hanging out at Dead Blake's house.

His name was Alan Arthur.

So is it just Matt you hate or any poor sucker who tries to get to know you?

It's got nothing to do with that.

It doesn't.

You know, mate, you've got to let people in sometime.

I know you want to.

The point...

is that someone left a lolly like they knew I'd been going there. Like who?

It's not creepy.

It's just... It's kind of nice. It's just something for me.

Yeah, that's great.

We'll pop around first thing to check out of space.

Okay, thanks. Thanks for calling.

Is it the big one? Hey, bye.

Hey, we got the job.

Great. Mum was right. She said word of mouth would start.

I'll call her.

Honey, it's so exciting.

Yeah.

What's wrong?

It's nothing. It's just... Well, this morning you were talking to some weird

part of it about how tough things had been.

And now we're on top of the world.

I know.

It's funny how life can just turn.

Exactly.

So we shouldn't be scared.

Of what?

Of having a baby.

It just hasn't been the same since.

You know.

When was the last time I felt good?

Like really good.

Me too.

Crazy for even thinking this.

Let's try again.

Okay. Yes.

I'll go up the hill.

Okay.

Why don't you come over?

All right. See you soon, Donna. Bye.

How'd you go?

Oh, he was magnificent.

You keep sucking up, you're not forgiven yet.

Time for your bath, busy.

Heard from Nathan?

No. No, he might still be settling into the new place.

He'll need to be at the airport soonish.

Yeah.

Is it you or me?

You. A2.

Not even close.

You are so beautiful.

Come on, it's your turn.

Oh, um, E3.

Gotcha.

I don't know what I'd do without you.

Is it possible for men and women to just be friends?

Without it becoming something more?

Without someone getting hurt?

How did I let it get to this?

I think it started with me and the work cocktails.

No, it's more than that.

I didn't even like that Beanie chap.

But I wanted his attention.

You really did fall for Craig, didn't you?

And whose fault's that?

He said I'm to blame and he's right. Oh, don't you listen to anything he says.

No, it's true.

I got all obsessed with him.

You barely even knew him.

I know.

They portrayed us both.

I tried to buy a boyfriend.

Oh, Donna.

It's like I don't think I'm worth much without a man.

And that's pathetic, Julie.

Sad.

I'm worth more than that, aren't I? Yes, of course you are.

Things are going to change.

I'm going to change.

Yeah, well, don't change too much.

I'm no more pretending that you're okay when you're not.

I'm so used to putting others first and acting like I'm fine.

You've forgotten what it's like to actually be fine.

Oh, I'm sorry.

Oh, no, I'm sorry.

No, no, I'm sorry. I haven't been there for you lately. No. I've done more. I'm

fine. I'm fine.

I'm fine, too.

Then we're both fine.

Do you remember that time you made me scream like a man -woman?

Oh, yes, I remember.

Well, this is me returning the favour.

Gloves on.

Think of something that really gets your goat.

Let your fist do the talking.

Craig. Oh, your turn.

No offence, but that was pathetic.

What gets you crazy?

Say it.

Not having time for myself.

That's good. Go.

Lion.

Clean as you bloody go.

Prostitution. Dementia.

Hangovers. Beanie.

Grunting pineapples. Being too needy.

Cellulite. Low -carb diets.

All diets.

How are you smiling?

Oh, just girl stuff.

Nathan?

They weren't on the plane.

They weren't on the plane, and she's not answering her phone.

I bought a ticket to the airport. I have to go to London. Okay, all right. Well,

whatever we can do to help.

Men and women deal with things differently.

But when it comes to heartache, we're all the same.