The Big Bang Theory Photos from "The Mommy Observation"
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Sheldon decides to stop by his mother's house and surprise her while he's in Houston with Howard. It doesn't go as planned.
He has difficulty dealing with the changes in his mother's life. Howard attempts to help him come to terms with the new reality.
Back at home, Raj plans a surprise Murder Mystery dinner with Stuart as the victim. Who is the killer?
1. Sheldon Visits His Mother
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Sheldon visits his mother while he's in Houston. He's forced to accept new circumstances.
2. Sheldon Faces Off with His Mother
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Sheldon has a difficult time with the news that she shares with him.
3. Mrs. Cooper Talks to Her Son
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Sheldon's mother talks to her son while he visits her in Houston.
4. Howard Tries to Comfort Sheldon
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Howard helps Sheldon accept the new reality at his home.
5. Howard and Sheldon Hang Out
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While in Houston, Howard and Sheldon hang out together.
6. Sheldon and Howard at the Bar
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Sheldon and Howard hang out at the bar in Houston.
7. Howard Smiles at the Bar with Sheldon
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Howard has a good time hanging out with Sheldon at the bar.
8. Stuart Dies in the Murder Mystery Game
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The gang finds Stuart dead in the middle of the room and must solve his murder.
9. Gang Gathers Around the Body
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The gang gathers around Stuart's body during the Murder Mystery party.
10. Who's the Killer?
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Is one of these players Stuart's killer in the Murder Mystery?