Fran's Dress

S1 E10: Rushing through her housework, Mama accidentally burns a hole in the dress Fran is planning to wear that evening. Taking Ellen along with her, Mama heads for a department store with the hope of replacing the ruined garment. When Fran discovers what has happened, Mama bursts into tears and confesses all. Feeling sorry for herself because everyone expects her to always be perfect, Mama evokes sympathy rather than hostility.