Though she's always been the perfect suburban wife and mother, Minneapolis schoolteacher Cathy Jamison is in for dramatic changes following her recent diagnosis of terminal cancer. Keeping the news of her illness between her and her handsome young oncologist, Dr. Todd, Cathy is determined to live life, or at least whatever she has left of it, to the fullest.

Cathy begins to appreciate her body; Paul wants to see a couples therapist; Adam tries to run away to soccer camp.

Cathy plans a dinner party and signs up for a support group; Paul makes a romantic gesture; Marlene discovers Cathy's secret.

Cathy cashes out her retirement savings and buys a convertible; Paul loves rugby; Marlene helps Adam.

Cathy tries to feel sexier by meeting someone new; Adam is caught watching pornography; Paul is injured; Sean fights for his building.

Cathy calls upon Lenny for help; Sean moves to his sister's backyard; Paul and Adam compete in a bathtub race.