Meet The Cast

Grandma Ruth is between 56-65 year old mother and Grandmother. Spiritual, loves God, encouraging, inspirational and can cook her butt off. She don't take no mess off anyone. Very straight forward. Ruth's husband Earl Barnes of 40 years died a year ago of Colon cancer. Ruth can sing and enjoys loving on her family. With the biggest purest heart anyone ever knew, she can't help but give in to her Sister Ebba Lee when she begs to move in with Ruth after her husband Charles died.  No matter the situation or circumstance you can always call on and depend on Grandma Ruth. From a meal to a song to just word of wisdom, Ruth is the epitome of your Proverbs 31 kind of Woman. Modern Grandmother so dress is casual dress. Slacks, blouses and flats

Ebba Lee Jenkins is between 50-60 years old. Is Ruth's sister. They grew up together with both parents. Ebba Lee is the comic relief. She loves her family but like her sister, she doesn't take no mess. Ebba Lee was married to Charles Jenkins for 30 yrs until he passed away in his sleep. Charles was the bread winner in the family so Ebba Lee didn't have to work or do anything. Leaving her his whole estate Ebaa Lee doesn't want or need for anything. But with Charles gone she refuses to be alone or take care of herself giving her the excuse she needs for Big Sis Ruth to take her in. This bourgeoisie sassy belle isn't your typical senior citizen she will make you love her, laugh, and want to fight all in the same minute. Dress is southern afternoon tea style silk/satin blouse pants suit and mid to low heel. 

In her late 30's to early 40's, Joslin is the oldest of Grandma Ruth's girls and a mom of 1, Tiara Jones. Newly divorced from her husband Terry Jones of 12 years, she has found herself back at her Mom's. Down to earth but short and bitter in demeanor. Joslin works in the medical field so her dress is either nursing uniform or athletic/work out clothing.

Mid to late 30's Ciara is Grandma Ruth's baby girl. Always looking up to her Big Sister Joslin desiring to have it all together like her. Ciara is the black sheep of the family so she's known to be a bad girl that got in a lot of trouble back in the day. Her style is jeans, T-shirt or blouse. Tennis or flats. 

Tiara, 17 years old, is Terry and Joslin Jones' only child. With her last year of high school coming to an end and college right around the corner, Tiara is feeling overwhelmed with her decision. Stuck between two parents who want her to go to one of their Alma Matras but she’s not even sure she wants to go right away. Casual dress down; shorts or jeans, cotton top, tennis shoes/house shoes

16-year-old Niko is Grandma Ruth’s youngest granddaughter and Ciara Barnes’ daughter. Also in high school, Niko struggles with feeling seen by her because of all the attention Tiara gets. With distractions from a high school boy Sammy and then her mom, Niko may not make it to graduation. Also high school attire, tennis shoes, shorts/jeans, cotton top, jacket, baseball cap.

Terry Jones mid to late 40’s. Divorced from Joslin Jones. One of the top attorneys in St. Charles, MO. Terry is the kind of man that will stop at nothing to get what he wants, and he will hurt and try to destroy anyone who gets in his way. With one of his darkest and most incriminating secrets threatening to be exposed, he becomes desperate and attempts the unthinkable. Business attire, suit or dress shirt and dress slacks, dress shoes, flashy jewelry.

Ernestine Grims mid 50's she is the best friend to Grandma Ruth. Friend to the family more like a great aunt. Style is casual dress. pants, blouse, flats or dress.

Bernard Porter, a former St. Louis police officer, is now a top-notch private investigator. He's been tasked with finding Ciara Barnes and tracking down Terry Jones, and he's more than up for the challenge. With his sharp short sleeve shirt, slacks, and dress shoes, he exudes confidence and is always ready to take on whatever comes his way. And when it comes to Ruth Barnes, his love interest, he'll stop at nothing to make her happy.

Sammy 18 years old, comes from a single parent home. He struggles with not knowing his father and fitting in. The local gangs are trying to recruit him but in his heart he’s not into that but out of fear of being bullied he’s considering joining. Taking to Niko he thinks he’s found the one person that understands and connects with him. Street attire; baggy jeans, big t-shirt, tennis shoes, chain, baseball cap, earring.