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Janine's former drug dealer arrives seeking owed money, causing an unsettled Curtis to consider buying a handgun for safety. Elsewhere, bullying at school is wearing down Malik.

When Janine begins exhibiting bizarre behavior, the Payne crew suspects that she's returned to her old habits---particularly when she appears with a black eye. Meanwhile, Malik's got sole: He sets out to buy new sneakers.

As CJ dates Tanya (Robin Givens), Janine goes out with an ex-football player (Michael Jai White), who goes the extra yard by giving Malik and Jazmine dazzling gifts---to CJ's chagrin. Meanwhile, odor issues plague Jazmine.

Janine considers disclosing a stunning secret to CJ and the children. And Calvin has some shocking news of his own regarding his education.

Malik's best pal, Kevin (Kyre Batiste-Loftin), is injured in a hit-and-run accident. In other events, Calvin scores a job at a most unusual place.

Conclusion. Numerous predicaments continue to plague Calvin and Miranda's big wedding day.

Ella and Rosie seek their independence and their own financial strength by landing jobs at a mall boutique. Conversely, Curtis and Carlos bond during their manly free time---until they begin missing their wives.

A pregnancy scare upends Calvin and Miranda's world. Elsewhere, Curtis' sales scheme lands him in trouble with the law.

Janine's mother (Anne-Marie Johnson) arrives, to a downcast CJ's immense annoyance. Elsewhere, Curtis is a flop during his guest-star role on a morning TV show.

Malik and a pal are home alone, and they exploit that freedom. Meanwhile, Curtis and Ella have dinner at a top-notch restaurant, but the evening lacks flavor when Curtis tangles with a snobby waiter.

CJ meets his new boss. Meanwhile, Floyd's ex-wife reappears, pulling Ella and Curtis into the dramas of a messy love triangle.

Curtis' dad arrives to meet Calvin's fiancée (Keshia Knight Pulliam), only to discover they share an unpleasant past. A subplot involves a man significantly impacted by Hurricane Katrina.

Calvin and Miranda's nuptial preparations turn ugly when Ella helps Miranda register for wedding gifts. Ella soon transforms into a mother-in-law from hell, choosing everything from the china pattern to the crystal. Worse, Calvin takes sides with Ella. Els (more…)Calvin and Miranda's nuptial preparations turn ugly when Ella helps Miranda register for wedding gifts. Ella soon transforms into a mother-in-law from hell, choosing everything from the china pattern to the crystal. Worse, Calvin takes sides with Ella. Elsewhere, CJ and Janine go on a spontaneous date, which only raises hopes in their children that they're reconciling. Keshia Knight Pulliam guest stars.

Ella and Rosie seek their independence and their own financial strength by landing jobs at a mall boutique. Conversely, Curtis and Carlos bond during their manly free time---until they begin missing their wives.

A pregnancy scare upends Calvin and Miranda's world. Elsewhere, Curtis' sales scheme lands him in trouble with the law.

Janine's mother (Anne-Marie Johnson) arrives, to a downcast CJ's immense annoyance. Elsewhere, Curtis is a flop during his guest-star role on a morning TV show.

Floyd hopes to win Claretha's heart. Cut to Curtis and Ella, who are enlisted to help him. In addition, CJ's boss bombards him with more lusty advances.

Calvin falls into a perilous circumstance when he takes on two jobs. Meanwhile, Janine's home life suffers when she scores a promotion.

A health scare strikes Claretha. Meanwhile, Miranda's cousin and Calvin's pal become an item.

Malik departs for college. Elsewhere, Calvin Jr. arrives for a visit, leaving Miranda overwhelmed.

The aftershocks of a fire impact Miranda and Calvin.

In a holiday-themed installment, Curtis spirals into a Scrooge-like conniption when his highly anticipated trip to Hawaii is canceled. Enter sassy, brassy Madea (Tyler Perry), who teaches Curtis the true meaning of the holidays. Perry also directed the epi (more…)In a holiday-themed installment, Curtis spirals into a Scrooge-like conniption when his highly anticipated trip to Hawaii is canceled. Enter sassy, brassy Madea (Tyler Perry), who teaches Curtis the true meaning of the holidays. Perry also directed the episode.

Part 1 of 2. In a holiday episode, young Jazmine learns the meaningful values of Christmas when her family and friends relate the Nativity story.

Young Malik is bullied at school, but it turns out his tormentor is a girl with a formidable foster mother (creator and executive producer Tyler Perry, in drag). Perry also directed the episode.