 Brenda becomes fascinated by Kelly s hip mother Jackie. But Brenda is unaware about Mrs. Taylor s alcoholism and drug use which makes life hard for Kelly. It s not until at a West Beverly High Mother/Daughter beauty pageant that Brenda finds the truth which gives her a renewed appreciation for her own mother. Andrea blossoms at the pageant while writing an article about it. Also, Jim becomes hooked on playing his new electronic keyboard in singing old songs.