[ heart of mine ]

We next find Liz in her room. She has finally returned to writing in her diary and notes that she has figured out something so "deep" from the least "deep" guy in America. At the Crashdown, we watch as Liz and Sean chats. The scene shifts once again and we find Liz and Sean in Sean's car. Sean asks if Liz would like to go bowling. Liz replies that she believes the bowling alley is closed and Sean informs her that he has special access to it. Once again, Liz rejects his invitation but explains that she thinks, despite what others do, that he is a nice guy. Sean tells Liz that they'll go some other time and explains his feelings for Liz as well. He believes that there is something about Liz, something he calls "special." Liz, who is a little creeped out by this, tries to exit the car but not before Sean leans over and gives her a long and passionate kiss. Liz does not try to stop him from kissing her, however, once they have finished, she makes a very strange face as she stares out the window.

The following day, Liz explains her date with Sean. Liz can't stop thinking what Max would think about her kiss with Sean even though they are no longer together. Liz notes that she has wasted two years of her life with Max and she doesn't even have a date for the prom. Maria tells Liz not to feel guilty and insists that Liz probably wouldn't even kiss Sean back. At least, that's what she would hope.

The scene shifts and we meet with Max and Michael. They are conversing about Max's ability to remember their old planet and Michael requests to know how the "chicks" are. Max is bothered that Michael won't take him seriously, but points out that he remembers everyone, and for some reason, Tess is the clearest image.

In the library, we watch as Isabel spies on two friends. The male friend asks the female friend if she will go to the prom with him and it is obvious that she has answered yes. Isabel smiles. In the hallway, we catch up with Michael and Maria. Michael sees poster advertising the West Roswell prom (appropriately titled 2001: A Space Odyssey) and informs Maria that he doesn't do the prom because he doesn't believe in it. Maria argues with Michael and notes that the prom can potentially be one of the five greatest nights of her life. Michael continues to refuse and so Maria warns him that she will just have to seek other options. Michael interprets this the wrong way and as they depart, they have decided to "see other people."

Outside, Max approaches Liz at a table where she is doing some schoolwork. He tells her that he is about to ask her something he has been waiting to ask her for a while as a nearby couple hug and make some noise. Max suggests that it is the prom's doing and notes to Liz that Michael and Maria aren't going together. Liz tells Max how she always imagined that the four of them would go as a group. She even informs Max that she bought a dress. Both Max and Liz cite how things seemed much more simpler back then. Liz is almost upset that they are not going together and Max catches onto her lead by requesting they go to the prom together. They agree to go and have a good time as friends. Following this, Liz asks Max what he was dying to tell her. He explains that he has begun to remember parts of his old planet-how it looked, smelled, the people, etc. When Liz questions Max on who he remembers, he explains that he remembers everyone, including Tess. Liz smiles and explains, "That's great."

We next find Liz running around a corner as a bus pulls away. Liz starts to yell at the bus, however, she has already missed it. Sean pulls around the corner and we watch as he parks his car next to Liz. He asks Liz if she needs a ride and Liz explains that she'll be fine. Sean apologizes for the other night. He explains that he caught a vibe and Liz informs him that he didn't get one from her. Sean offers to drive Liz to school as an apology and this time she accepts. The scene shifts and we watch as Sean and Liz stop ten blocks before the school. Liz asks what Sean is doing and he explains that because of his probation he cannot go inside the school zone. He then offers to give Liz a ride home, however, she explains that she'll take the bus. Sean apologizes for the kiss once again. Liz tells Sean that she's going to the prom with Max and Sean asks Liz why she didn't just tell him. Liz explains that they are not back together and Sean says that he tips his hat to Max because he is playing Liz while keeping her off the market. Liz explains that that is not the situation at all and tells Sean that Max is above and beyond that level of thinking.

Back in school, Maria approaches Michael at his locker. She explains that since they both have off that evening, he should take her out to a dinner and movie in order to apologize for his comments the previous day. Michael brushes her off and explains that he can't go as he already has plans.

In the library, Isabel tells Alex who she thinks will ask her to the prom. Nevertheless, she makes it obvious that she wants to go with Alex and apologizes for being "ready now and not before." Alex tells Isabel that it would be his dream to take her to the prom; however, things would change as they always do between them and he'd be back at square one with her. Obviously, his answer is no and as he and Isabel continue their work it is apparent that there is a lot of tension between them.

At Valenti's, Kyle asks Tess if she would like to go to the prom with him. Tess answers that she would really like to go with him. Meanwhile, Maria and Liz break into Michael's apartment. Liz warns Maria that they will regret this as Maria traps around the apartment looking for evidence of Michael's new woman. Maria makes her way to the counter where she is able to find a name and an address of a woman: Juanita. Liz and Maria arrive at Juanita's house and spy on her with binoculars. We watch as Michael and Juanita hold each other close and begin to dance.

At Max's, Tess and he sit on a bed while they try to concentrate on the old planet. Tess sees that Max can't concentrate well and he tells Tess that Liz and he are going to the prom together. Tess tells Max that she doesn't care about that kind of stuff, as it is unimportant. Max and Tess resume their "session". Maria stops in front of the house and complains to Liz about her situation with Michael. Maria is angered that she did not see what was coming at her. Liz explains that there is still a possibility that nothing is going on between them. Since Maria has to know, she forces Liz to go inside to Max and ask him what he knows about Michael. Liz finally agrees and begins to walk up the property. Meanwhile, Tess helps Max to remember the water on his home planet. Tess and Max describe it like Jell-O and after they have stopped concentrating, Max gives Tess a big hug for helping him to remember. To Liz, who is watching them through a window outside the house, this hug looks as though it is one of love.

Liz walks from the Crashdown alley to the street where Sean is waiting for her. Liz seems very annoyed with Sean following her and tells him that she is sick of his comments and theories on her life. She then explains to him that her life is falling apart and so Sean offers to take her somewhere. Liz agrees to go with him. At the bowling alley, Sean teaches her how to bowl, although she is not catching on very quickly. Sean asks Liz if he can tell her his theory. She tries to stop him but he explains that his theory is that they are two very different people. Liz is confused and Sean continues to say that he can't understand why he feels the way he does every time he looks at her. Sean explains how they are both suffocating: Sean is looked at as a convict in his own town while Liz is suffocating through her relationship with Max. Liz turns and takes a ball out of the rack. She bowls it and gets a strike. Sean congratulates her as he takes off his shoes; Liz asks him what he is doing. He explains that what most people don't know about bowling alleys is that they are all greased up and easy to slide on. Sean runs down about a quarter of the lane and then slides almost all the way until the end.

Back at Max's, Tess and he continue their "session." Max explains that he needs a break and Tess tells him that it will take time at first; however, with some practice he will get much better. Max asks whether or not Tess remembers him. She explains that she does and notes a few images of Max when he would hold her in his arms.

At Alex's, we watch as he plays the guitar. There is a knock on the window and it is Isabel who comes inside and explains to Alex what her guidance counsellor told her at the end of the last semester: Isabel can and will graduate this year because she only needs one more class for full completion. She also tells Alex that he is the only one who knows this. Isabel isn't sure about a few things, however, she is sure that this year is her last chance to go to a prom. There are a couple moments of silence before Alex finally blurts out what Isabel has been waiting for: "Isabel Evans, will you go to the prom with me?" Isabel smiles and the two hug.

At the Crashdown, we watch as Maria fixes Liz up for the prom. Michael is cooking in the background and Maria wants to know whether or not he is looking out for them. Kyle and Tess enter and Kyle goes to the counter to get them drinks as Tess sits down. Liz departs because she wants to undo whatever Maria has just done to her. They watch in disgust as their parents (Valenti and Amy Deluca) sit close by next to each other in a booth. Liz returns from the bathroom to find Max entering the Crashdown. He has brought a corsage for her and they both say the "you look nice" lines. Mrs. Deluca rounds everyone up for a picture, including Michael, who is wearing his work clothes. Mrs. Deluca lines up the shot and asks Sean, who is sitting lonely at a table, to take it for them. As they pose for the picture, the camera does a slow-mo over each character while Liz sums up the feeling of the scene:

"And there we were, all together, with everything we had all been through over the last two years. The battles we had fought, the relationships that were formed, the feelings for each other, stronger than any feelings we'd ever know could exist. And somehow, in this moment, I had this really strong, really upsetting feeling that this was the last time we'd all be standing together."

The prom begins and we watch as Alex and Isabel pose for a picture. Alex comments on Isabel's beauty and Isabel thanks him just for taking her to the prom. The scene shifts to Kyle who is pouring a drink for Tess. Kyle's buddy approaches him once again and comments that, "tonight is the big night." Kyle keeps his cool at first but after his friend continues to go on he grabs him by the collar and yells, "Don't ever talk about my sister that way again." We next find Max and Liz at a table. They seem nervous about being around each other. Max finally asks Liz if she'd like to dance. They make their way to the dance floor where Liz tells Max that she saw him with Tess the previous night. Max explains that they were trying to concentrate on remembering things from their past. Liz cites that as a problem, especially since he was married to Tess in his alien life. She further explains that she's been living her life for the past year waiting for the bad news that Max would fall for Tess. Max explains that he knows it's not easy. Liz tells him that it can be if they both stop pretending to hold onto "something that will never be." Liz explains her pain throughout the year and although Max tries to comfort her, it does no good. She shakes her head and glances off to see Maria. Liz tells Max that she needs to be there for Maria since she is without Michael tonight. Max lets her go.

Kyle and Tess enter the janitor's closet where Kyle explains that although Tess is beautiful, he thinks of her as family and they could never be romantically linked. Tess is disappointed but "all right" with this. Outside, Maria and Liz tear up the dance floor while Max watches on. Maria looks over to see Michael, who is standing in a black tuxedo. Liz forces her to go talk to Michael, who explains he has come to the prom in order to dance. Maria comments that Michael should have brought Juanita with him, and Michael further explains that Juanita is his dancing teacher. Since Michael is such a bad dancer and knew how important the prom was to Maria, he decided to take some dancing lessons for her. Maria is extremely embarrassed for her behaviour and Michael informs her that Juanita claims he is "untouchable." Nevertheless, Michael and Maria make their way to the dance floor.

Outside, Max is sitting on a bench in the hallway and Tess, who is walking around the corner with Kyle spots him. It is obvious that Max is sad and lonely, so Tess excuses herself from Kyle and sits down next to Max. He explains that he finally thinks it is over between him and Liz. He further explains that he knew what was coming. Inside, Isabel and Alex are dancing. Isabel tells Alex she is about to do something she promised she wasn't going to. She kisses Alex, who reciprocates with another kiss. Liz, who is watching them becomes even more upset and gets up in order to leave the prom room.

Outside, Max explains that he remembers something else, and doesn't know what to feel about it. Max explains that he remembers their kiss, which they both play a role in re-enacting. Just then, Liz walks into the hallway to catch Max and Tess, who are and continue to kiss for a long time. Liz throws her corsage in a garbage pail and runs out of the school.

At the bowling alley, we watch as Sean bowls. He turns around to find Liz. When he questions as to why she is there, Liz explains that bowling is a pretty addictive sport. Sean smiles and we watch as they fool around by sliding on the bowling lanes. As the episode closes, we see Isabel and Alex kissing, Max and Tess comforting one another and Michael and Maria dancing. The scene shifts back to the bowling alley where Liz and Sean continue to have fun while she narrates the following part of her diary to us:

"We try to live responsible, logical lives, but we can't tell our hearts what to feel. Sometimes our hearts lead us to places we never thought we wanted to go, and sometimes our hearts can be the sweetest, gentlest things we have. Sometimes our hearts can make us feel miserable, angry, excited and confused all at once. But at least my heart is open, and I'm writing again, I'm feeling, I'm breathing."


	[ Heart of Mine ] [ Music Listing ] Doves - Catch The Sun Played: When Liz and Sean kiss in his car. Coldplay - Don't Panic Played: When Sean drives Liz to school. Josh Rouse - 100m Backstrokes Played: When Sean and Liz are at the bowling alley. Josh Joplin Group - Camera One Played: In the Crashdown right before the prom. Robbie Williams - Rock DJ Played: When the prom is first shown and everyone is making their entrances. Ivy - Worry About You Played: Max & Liz's dance. L7 - Slide Played: Maria & Liz dancing at the prom. Nelly Furtado - I'm Like A Bird Played: When Michael arrives at the prom. Musiq - Girl Next Door Played: Alex & Isabel's kiss. Ivy - Undertow Played: At the end of the episode, when Liz catches Max & Tess kissing. She then goes to the bowling alley to be with Sean. [ Description ] The episode begins and somewhere in a West Roswell High classroom, Maria is explaining the storyline, which has developed throughout the season. Finally, we are fast forwarded to the future where Maria explains that it is a very disastrous time in Roswell: prom time. We next find Liz in her room. She has finally returned to writing in her diary and notes that she has figured out something so "deep" from the least "deep" guy in America. At the Crashdown, we watch as Liz and Sean chats. The scene shifts once again and we find Liz and Sean in Sean's car. Sean asks if Liz would like to go bowling. Liz replies that she believes the bowling alley is closed and Sean informs her that he has special access to it. Once again, Liz rejects his invitation but explains that she thinks, despite what others do, that he is a nice guy. Sean tells Liz that they'll go some other time and explains his feelings for Liz as well. He believes that there is something about Liz, something he calls "special." Liz, who is a little creeped out by this, tries to exit the car but not before Sean leans over and gives her a long and passionate kiss. Liz does not try to stop him from kissing her, however, once they have finished, she makes a very strange face as she stares out the window. The following day, Liz explains her date with Sean. Liz can't stop thinking what Max would think about her kiss with Sean even though they are no longer together. Liz notes that she has wasted two years of her life with Max and she doesn't even have a date for the prom. Maria tells Liz not to feel guilty and insists that Liz probably wouldn't even kiss Sean back. At least, that's what she would hope. The scene shifts and we meet with Max and Michael. They are conversing about Max's ability to remember their old planet and Michael requests to know how the "chicks" are. Max is bothered that Michael won't take him seriously, but points out that he remembers everyone, and for some reason, Tess is the clearest image. In the library, we watch as Isabel spies on two friends. The male friend asks the female friend if she will go to the prom with him and it is obvious that she has answered yes. Isabel smiles. In the hallway, we catch up with Michael and Maria. Michael sees poster advertising the West Roswell prom (appropriately titled 2001: A Space Odyssey) and informs Maria that he doesn't do the prom because he doesn't believe in it. Maria argues with Michael and notes that the prom can potentially be one of the five greatest nights of her life. Michael continues to refuse and so Maria warns him that she will just have to seek other options. Michael interprets this the wrong way and as they depart, they have decided to "see other people." In the student lounge, one of Kyle's football buddies catches him reading a Buddhism book. Kyle's buddy has not come to tease him about religion, however, he does want to know how long he'll let that "blonde little hottie" (Tess) live under his roof before making a move. Outside, Max approaches Liz at a table where she is doing some schoolwork. He tells her that he is about to ask her something he has been waiting to ask her for a while as a nearby couple hug and make some noise. Max suggests that it is the prom's doing and notes to Liz that Michael and Maria aren't going together. Liz tells Max how she always imagined that the four of them would go as a group. She even informs Max that she bought a dress. Both Max and Liz cite how things seemed much more simpler back then. Liz is almost upset that they are not going together and Max catches onto her lead by requesting they go to the prom together. They agree to go and have a good time as friends. Following this, Liz asks Max what he was dying to tell her. He explains that he has begun to remember parts of his old planet-how it looked, smelled, the people, etc. When Liz questions Max on who he remembers, he explains that he remembers everyone, including Tess. Liz smiles and explains, "That's great." We next find Liz running around a corner as a bus pulls away. Liz starts to yell at the bus, however, she has already missed it. Sean pulls around the corner and we watch as he parks his car next to Liz. He asks Liz if she needs a ride and Liz explains that she'll be fine. Sean apologizes for the other night. He explains that he caught a vibe and Liz informs him that he didn't get one from her. Sean offers to drive Liz to school as an apology and this time she accepts. The scene shifts and we watch as Sean and Liz stop ten blocks before the school. Liz asks what Sean is doing and he explains that because of his probation he cannot go inside the school zone. He then offers to give Liz a ride home, however, she explains that she'll take the bus. Sean apologizes for the kiss once again. Liz tells Sean that she's going to the prom with Max and Sean asks Liz why she didn't just tell him. Liz explains that they are not back together and Sean says that he tips his hat to Max because he is playing Liz while keeping her off the market. Liz explains that that is not the situation at all and tells Sean that Max is above and beyond that level of thinking. Back in school, Maria approaches Michael at his locker. She explains that since they both have off that evening, he should take her out to a dinner and movie in order to apologize for his comments the previous day. Michael brushes her off and explains that he can't go as he already has plans. In the library, Isabel tells Alex who she thinks will ask her to the prom. Nevertheless, she makes it obvious that she wants to go with Alex and apologizes for being "ready now and not before." Alex tells Isabel that it would be his dream to take her to the prom; however, things would change as they always do between them and he'd be back at square one with her. Obviously, his answer is no and as he and Isabel continue their work it is apparent that there is a lot of tension between them. At Valenti's, Kyle asks Tess if she would like to go to the prom with him. Tess answers that she would really like to go with him. Meanwhile, Maria and Liz break into Michael's apartment. Liz warns Maria that they will regret this as Maria traps around the apartment looking for evidence of Michael's new woman. Maria makes her way to the counter where she is able to find a name and an address of a woman: Juanita. Liz and Maria arrive at Juanita's house and spy on her with binoculars. We watch as Michael and Juanita hold each other close and begin to dance. At Max's, Tess and he sit on a bed while they try to concentrate on the old planet. Tess sees that Max can't concentrate well and he tells Tess that Liz and he are going to the prom together. Tess tells Max that she doesn't care about that kind of stuff, as it is unimportant. Max and Tess resume their "session". Maria stops in front of the house and complains to Liz about her situation with Michael. Maria is angered that she did not see what was coming at her. Liz explains that there is still a possibility that nothing is going on between them. Since Maria has to know, she forces Liz to go inside to Max and ask him what he knows about Michael. Liz finally agrees and begins to walk up the property. Meanwhile, Tess helps Max to remember the water on his home planet. Tess and Max describe it like Jell-O and after they have stopped concentrating, Max gives Tess a big hug for helping him to remember. To Liz, who is watching them through a window outside the house, this hug looks as though it is one of love. Liz walks from the Crashdown alley to the street where Sean is waiting for her. Liz seems very annoyed with Sean following her and tells him that she is sick of his comments and theories on her life. She then explains to him that her life is falling apart and so Sean offers to take her somewhere. Liz agrees to go with him. At the bowling alley, Sean teaches her how to bowl, although she is not catching on very quickly. Sean asks Liz if he can tell her his theory. She tries to stop him but he explains that his theory is that they are two very different people. Liz is confused and Sean continues to say that he can't understand why he feels the way he does every time he looks at her. Sean explains how they are both suffocating: Sean is looked at as a convict in his own town while Liz is suffocating through her relationship with Max. Liz turns and takes a ball out of the rack. She bowls it and gets a strike. Sean congratulates her as he takes off his shoes; Liz asks him what he is doing. He explains that what most people don't know about bowling alleys is that they are all greased up and easy to slide on. Sean runs down about a quarter of the lane and then slides almost all the way until the end. Back at Max's, Tess and he continue their "session." Max explains that he needs a break and Tess tells him that it will take time at first; however, with some practice he will get much better. Max asks whether or not Tess remembers him. She explains that she does and notes a few images of Max when he would hold her in his arms. At Alex's, we watch as he plays the guitar. There is a knock on the window and it is Isabel who comes inside and explains to Alex what her guidance counsellor told her at the end of the last semester: Isabel can and will graduate this year because she only needs one more class for full completion. She also tells Alex that he is the only one who knows this. Isabel isn't sure about a few things, however, she is sure that this year is her last chance to go to a prom. There are a couple moments of silence before Alex finally blurts out what Isabel has been waiting for: "Isabel Evans, will you go to the prom with me?" Isabel smiles and the two hug. At the Crashdown, we watch as Maria fixes Liz up for the prom. Michael is cooking in the background and Maria wants to know whether or not he is looking out for them. Kyle and Tess enter and Kyle goes to the counter to get them drinks as Tess sits down. Liz departs because she wants to undo whatever Maria has just done to her. They watch in disgust as their parents (Valenti and Amy Deluca) sit close by next to each other in a booth. Liz returns from the bathroom to find Max entering the Crashdown. He has brought a corsage for her and they both say the "you look nice" lines. Mrs. Deluca rounds everyone up for a picture, including Michael, who is wearing his work clothes. Mrs. Deluca lines up the shot and asks Sean, who is sitting lonely at a table, to take it for them. As they pose for the picture, the camera does a slow-mo over each character while Liz sums up the feeling of the scene: "And there we were, all together, with everything we had all been through over the last two years. The battles we had fought, the relationships that were formed, the feelings for each other, stronger than any feelings we'd ever know could exist. And somehow, in this moment, I had this really strong, really upsetting feeling that this was the last time we'd all be standing together." The prom begins and we watch as Alex and Isabel pose for a picture. Alex comments on Isabel's beauty and Isabel thanks him just for taking her to the prom. The scene shifts to Kyle who is pouring a drink for Tess. Kyle's buddy approaches him once again and comments that, "tonight is the big night." Kyle keeps his cool at first but after his friend continues to go on he grabs him by the collar and yells, "Don't ever talk about my sister that way again." We next find Max and Liz at a table. They seem nervous about being around each other. Max finally asks Liz if she'd like to dance. They make their way to the dance floor where Liz tells Max that she saw him with Tess the previous night. Max explains that they were trying to concentrate on remembering things from their past. Liz cites that as a problem, especially since he was married to Tess in his alien life. She further explains that she's been living her life for the past year waiting for the bad news that Max would fall for Tess. Max explains that he knows it's not easy. Liz tells him that it can be if they both stop pretending to hold onto "something that will never be." Liz explains her pain throughout the year and although Max tries to comfort her, it does no good. She shakes her head and glances off to see Maria. Liz tells Max that she needs to be there for Maria since she is without Michael tonight. Max lets her go. Kyle and Tess enter the janitor's closet where Kyle explains that although Tess is beautiful, he thinks of her as family and they could never be romantically linked. Tess is disappointed but "all right" with this. Outside, Maria and Liz tear up the dance floor while Max watches on. Maria looks over to see Michael, who is standing in a black tuxedo. Liz forces her to go talk to Michael, who explains he has come to the prom in order to dance. Maria comments that Michael should have brought Juanita with him, and Michael further explains that Juanita is his dancing teacher. Since Michael is such a bad dancer and knew how important the prom was to Maria, he decided to take some dancing lessons for her. Maria is extremely embarrassed for her behaviour and Michael informs her that Juanita claims he is "untouchable." Nevertheless, Michael and Maria make their way to the dance floor. Outside, Max is sitting on a bench in the hallway and Tess, who is walking around the corner with Kyle spots him. It is obvious that Max is sad and lonely, so Tess excuses herself from Kyle and sits down next to Max. He explains that he finally thinks it is over between him and Liz. He further explains that he knew what was coming. Inside, Isabel and Alex are dancing. Isabel tells Alex she is about to do something she promised she wasn't going to. She kisses Alex, who reciprocates with another kiss. Liz, who is watching them becomes even more upset and gets up in order to leave the prom room. Outside, Max explains that he remembers something else, and doesn't know what to feel about it. Max explains that he remembers their kiss, which they both play a role in re-enacting. Just then, Liz walks into the hallway to catch Max and Tess, who are and continue to kiss for a long time. Liz throws her corsage in a garbage pail and runs out of the school. At the bowling alley, we watch as Sean bowls. He turns around to find Liz. When he questions as to why she is there, Liz explains that bowling is a pretty addictive sport. Sean smiles and we watch as they fool around by sliding on the bowling lanes. As the episode closes, we see Isabel and Alex kissing, Max and Tess comforting one another and Michael and Maria dancing. The scene shifts back to the bowling alley where Liz and Sean continue to have fun while she narrates the following part of her diary to us: "We try to live responsible, logical lives, but we can't tell our hearts what to feel. Sometimes our hearts lead us to places we never thought we wanted to go, and sometimes our hearts can be the sweetest, gentlest things we have. Sometimes our hearts can make us feel miserable, angry, excited and confused all at once. But at least my heart is open, and I'm writing again, I'm feeling, I'm breathing."