(Ashley's e-mail tells her that she met a new guy named Alistair and that she's not coming home because of him, but she doesn't know how to tell Craig yet. A slut. At Manny's house, Manny walks in and her parents are sitting at the table
Manny: Sorry. Ellie: Well. I hate her. I know school's exciting, but...
Ellie: It's Craig's birthday. Just in case. Listen to this. Outside
(Manny is walking outside crying and nearly gets hit by a bus, then sees an add for plastic surgery and stares at it.) Robin has 'it'.
Plan: A: a Hollywood actress; Q: What does Manny want to become? A: plastic surgery; Q: What does Manny consider getting after a casting agent criticizes her weight? A: her parents; Q: Who is upset with Manny's decision to get plastic surgery? A: Craig's birthday; Q: What is the reason for Ellie's party? A: Ellie; Q: Who decides to hide the fact that Ashley has a new boyfriend? A: London; Q: Where is Ashley staying? Summary: In her pursuit to become a Hollywood actress, Manny contemplates getting plastic surgery after a casting agent criticizes her weight, and it doesn't sit well with her parents. Meanwhile, it's Craig's birthday, and Ellie decides to hide the fact that Ashley has a new boyfriend and is staying in London.