The series is set in Los Angeles, and depicts the lives of the Fisher family, who run a funeral home, along with their friends and lovers.
In the episode, David helps Tracy with her aunt's funeral, while Nate and Brenda get involved in a car accident.
The episode received highly positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances, character development and themes.
While she gives specifications to David (Michael C. Hall), he is frustrated that she keeps changing the arrangements, as she has not signed the contract that prevents it from happening.
Nate (Peter Krause) takes Brenda (Rachel Griffiths) to visit Billy (Jeremy Sisto) at the institution.
During a meeting with the deacons, David finds that one of the members is infuriated that Father Jack (Tim Maculan) is planning to wed two lesbians, and wants him expelled.
Claire (Lauren Ambrose) and Gabe (Eric Balfour) attend a party at Parker's house while her parents are out.
Federico (Freddy Rodriguez) hosts a christening party for Augusto at the house, inviting the Fishers to accompany him.
"[3] Entertainment Weekly gave the episode a "B" grade, and wrote, "Despite melodramatic twists (Nate's health scare, Gabe's gunplay), the first-season finale is a relatively low-key affair.
But even without major cliff-hangers, the episode dangles enough loose ends to sustain fans' interest for season 2.
"[4] Mark Zimmer of Digitally Obsessed gave the episode a perfect 5 out of 5 rating, writing "A fine conclusion to an excellent first season.
After discovering a problem within his brain that will become fatal years later, he seems far more content with family and loved ones, even seeming prepared for marriage and open to religion.