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: By the end of the night, Amy realizes she still has deep feelings for Sheldon. She calls him, tentatively suggesting they try being a couple again. However, in a rare moment of emotional maturity, Sheldon admits that while he enjoyed their day, the breakup was incredibly painful for him to process. He tells her he isn't ready to go back and would rather remain just friends for now. Where to Watch

Months after their breakup, Sheldon and Amy decide to spend Thanksgiving together at the aquarium. Though they have agreed to be just friends, the tension is palpable. Sheldon treats the day with his usual scientific rigor, asking Amy probing questions to "map" her new life without him. Surprisingly, the day is pleasant—Amy admits she missed his peculiar company, and Sheldon finds he can enjoy her presence without the pressure of romance. Watch 711-S09-E09-TBBT

: Bernadette, Raj, and Emily drag a reluctant Howard to volunteer at a soup kitchen. Howard is initially miserable about doing manual labor until he discovers his fellow dishwasher is none other than Elon Musk . The two bond over rockets and Howard’s time as an astronaut, turning his "nightmare" into the highlight of his year. : By the end of the night, Amy

Meanwhile, the rest of the gang experiences their own holiday mishaps: He tells her he isn't ready to go