Don't think I've seen this posted yet? 7.17 episode description from
mediavillage:
mediavillage: Have you ever wondered about the years Lorelai and Rory spent away from Stars Hollow? In this episode, they head to North Carolina to attend the wedding of a woman name Mia, who took them in and served as their surrogate mother and grandmother during that time. Emily invites herself along and is surprised and upset by the close relationship Mia has with Lorelai and Rory. But Lorelai is even more surprised when she learns that Emily and Mia have met before. Back home, Lane and Zack ask Luke to be godfather to their twins. Kathy Baker is the guest star.
eta: Thanks for the futoncritic update,
gjoni