"In Summer Time to Simply Be" is an exploration of what it means to heal. Whether through education (Blue), reconciliation (Charley and Davis), or the difficult pruning of family lies (Nova), the episode argues that the Bordelons' greatest "wealth" is not the land they farm, but their ability to endure and find peace in each other’s presence.
The episode focuses on three primary intersections of personal growth and family duty: [S5E9] In Summer Time to Simply Be
: Following the intense depiction of the George Floyd protests and the pandemic's peak in earlier episodes (S5E7 and S5E8), this episode leans into the "delight" mentioned in the title. It suggests that finding the "joy to simply be" is essential for sustaining long-term justice work and personal survival. Conclusion "In Summer Time to Simply Be" is an