This was an emotional, raw, and difficult episode of Sister Wivesâone that left fans with a lot to process. The scene where Kody revealed that Gwendlyn called and asked for permission to come over following Garrisonâs tragic passing struck a nerve with many viewers, and understandably so. Itâs not just about logisticsâitâs about emotional safety, family dynamics, and the state of their relationships.
Here are a few core takeaways and themes fans are grappling with:
1. The Emotional Distance Between Kody and His Children
For Gwendlynâhis daughterâto feel she had to ask if she could come over in the immediate aftermath of her brotherâs death speaks volumes. This wasnât about politeness. This wasnât about scheduling. This was her navigating emotional and relational uncertainty. Many fans pointed out that if their child called in the midst of tragedy, the answer would never need to be requestedâit would be a given: âOf course. Come now.â
2. Neurodivergence and Emotional Processing
Some viewers brought up Gwendlyn being neurodivergent, explaining that people on the spectrum may need to ask as part of how they communicate and process. Thatâs valid, but it doesnât negate the broader question: why didnât she already feel emotionally safe enough to just show up? 
3. Meriâs Role and the Comfort She Provided
Mary being there for Gwen deeply moved fans. Even those who havenât always supported Mary in past seasons acknowledged how genuine and motherly she appeared in that moment. It reminded people that, beyond the drama, these are real human beings with shared griefâand that bonds can hold strong even when other relationships falter.
4. Frustration with Robin and Kodyâs Isolation
The comment about âprotocolâ to enter the Kody-Robyn household hit hard. The show has made it clear: their home is not an open door. While the other wivesâ homes have been accessible and comforting for the kids, Robynâs place (and Kodyâs with her) has symbolized separation, division, and distanceâand this moment underscored it all.
5. The Reality of Grieving on Camera
Some felt the entire discussion was too muchâthat this moment should be beyond critique. But others said thatâs the point of the show: to unpack the dynamics of this very unique family. It doesnât mean being cruel or disrespectful. It means having an honest conversation about what weâre witnessing.
