She calls Barb, who is still at the college but lies that she’s shopping.  Margie tells her that she has a plan, which involves her going over to Pam and Carl’s and making up and finding out what they know.  She would apologize for breaking up with Pam. 

Barb: Apologize for what?
Margie: I don’t know … because I was wrong.
Barb: Wrong about what?
Margie: You know … I will figure that out. 
Barb: Margie, this goes so much deeper and so much further back than just dinner with the neighbors.
Margie: I know!  But will you be home tonight?
Barb: No.
Margie: Barb, I don’t know if I can be married to Nicki and Bill if I’m not married to you. 

Awwwwww.  I love Margene!

Barb just hangs up.  Another excellent scene from the two strongest actors on the show, in my opinion.  Margie is trying so hard to hold it together, but she desperately needs Barb to come home.  Because seriously?  Who would want to just be married to Nicki and Bill?  Not me!  And Barb feels guilty because she loves Margie, but she also needs to do what’s best for her.  It’s a difficult situation all around and I applaud the show for making me sympathize with both sides.

Oh my god, we’re only halfway through this damn episode.  Part 3 is on the way!