Something special happens on a woman's 40th birthday; the miracle of dry shampoo; visiting a therapist at home.

A mission to Mars goes awry; the revolting side of open relationships; straight women flirt; moms say hello.

A police chief makes a fashion statement; problems arise when planning the office Christmas party; four friends create a night of red wine.

A pharmacist on a power trip; a date gets interrupted; pool flipper politics.

Cat lovers go on a trip to the vet; queer theory gets personal; a group of friends tries to get out of being godmothers; how office birthdays are the worst.

Ad execs struggle with a campaign to market women's soap; writing a sympathy card proves difficult; how far is too far at the cottage?