Carrie, devastated, struggles to arrange a suitable funeral, finally choosing a non-traditional venue that reflects John. Samantha sends flowers, but Carrie's thank-you text message goes unanswered. Charlotte feels responsible for John's death after pushing Carrie to attend Lily's recital. Carrie assures Charlotte she is blameless. Carrie is unprepared emotionally when John's ashes are unexpectedly delivered to their apartment.