Home Economics Season 3 Episode 13 Review: Emergency Preparedness Kit, $129.99
Home Economics Season 3 goes out with a bang, or more accurately, a gong on Episode 13, “Emergency Preparedness Kit, $129.99.”
When the Hayworth gang are all together under one roof, forced or otherwise, the result is usually a solid episode, and Home Economics Season 3 Episode 13, “Emergency Preparedness Kit, $129.99,” is exactly that. An earthquake shakes things up for everyone, bringing out personal issues and concerns.
And what better way to work through their problems than being trapped in Connor’s smart house with no way out—although, I’d bet Lupe would beg to differ.
Unsurprisingly, Tom gets insecure about his role as protector when Marina steps in to handle the crisis with a cool and calm head. This behavior is not a departure for him. In fact, it piggy backs onto the jealousy storyline from Season 3 Episode 11, “Gallon of Milk, $4.35.”
His overcorrections in trying to prove his usefulness are humorous and Marina’s sensitivity to her husband’s insecurities makes for a silly yet sweet storyline that comes full circle with Tom’s well-told campfire tale.
Marina: Remember how I told you everyone plays an important role in a crisis. In our tribe, you’re the storyteller.
That’s always been his role, not to mention the catalyst for the concept of the series itself. It’s really nice to see this side of him showcased, especially after his survival screw-ups.
It echoes Tom’s arc for the season in which he achieves some well-deserved success and recognition as a writer.
Likewise, Connor shows growth and character development throughout Season 3. On the Season 2 finale, Episode 22, “Ticket to Space, $1 Million,” he is inspired to put his money to good use for his family. Almost dying—by being crushed by “an ancient Chinese symbol of wealth” no less—puts things in perspective for the well-off Hayworth sibling.
He’s definitely asking the right questions—how can he be of service to others. The answer he comes up with is shaky at best. However, I’m not sure I love the idea of the next season focusing on Connor running for public office.
But, Home Economics has proved me wrong before in these kind of situations. Maybe there is some potential there.
The (shortened) Season 3 serves as a shake-up on many fronts. The siblings discovered they have a half-sister, Marina started a design business, a flood and a fire temporarily displaced the majority of the “tribe,” and Sarah was mostly absent for the last four episodes while putting on her play “Unsung Sheroes.”
This finale episode is an apt culmination of the events of Home Economics‘ third season and sets up some possible developments for the next. Will Connor actually run for mayor? How will the IVF go for Sarah and Denise?
Half-sister Harmony (Casey Wilson) was introduced and two episodes later ceased to be a subject of conversation. Will she factor into the next season somehow? Similarly, Nicky (Daniella Pineda) came in at the end of the season as a love interest for Connor. I hope to see more of her as well.
Lots of burning questions to end Home Economics Season 3—I’m excited to see how it all plays out.
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Erin Allen
Erin is a former script supervisor for film and television. She's an avid fan of middle aged actresses, dark dramas, and irreverent comedies. She loves to read actual books and X-Files fan fiction. Her other passions include pointing out feminist issues, shipping Mulder and Scully, and collecting pop culture mugs.