After a full-time mom (Christine Lahti) is abandoned by her husband, a bighearted mover (Daniel Baldwin) helps her get back on her feet, both emotionally and financially. To make ends meet, she opens her home to boarders. She's also inspired by lifestyle guru Colin Cowie, who (in cameo appearances) speaks directly to her from the TV in daydream sequences. Lydia: Rita Moreno. Veronica: Eva Marie Saint. David: Chris Potter. Travis: Mark Rendall. Based on Elizabeth Berg's novel.