A young couple, Dean and Cindy, find themselves in a downward spiral of their marriage as they grapple with personal differences and faded dreams. Dean, a high school dropout, is content with his life as a painter and father to their daughter Frankie, prioritizing family over ambition. Cindy, on the other hand, is a nurse who aspires to a better life and grows increasingly frustrated with their stagnant economic circumstances and Dean's lack of professional drive. Their relationship, once sparked by an intense and passionate love, begins to crumble under the weight of unmet expectations and the harsh realities of their adult lives.

The juxtaposition of their passionate courtship years earlier with their present-day marital decay is a central focus. This dual-timeline narrative reveals the stark contrast between the hopeful beginnings of their romance and the couple's efforts to rekindle their once vibrant connection. As they navigate through their daily routines and struggles, the story unfolds with scenes oscillating between their past and present, shedding light on the complexities of love, commitment, and the changes brought by time. The couple's struggle to understand each other and reconcile their aspirations with the reality of their life together forms the heart of their story.