Olivia Burton (23) moves to California with her boyfriend, 24-year-old Francis Morales, against the wishes of their family. Francis’ mother, Lillian, is a devout Catholic who disapproves of her son’s cohabitation and expresses her feelings in the form of violent, religious-themed postcards. Despite their objections, the young lovers adjust to their exciting new life together. However, their happiness is cut short when a freak accident leaves Francis physically and mentally injured.