
Doug Heffernan puts in a long day's work delivering parcels and comes home each night to his loving wife, Carrie; unfortunately, he also comes home to his wacko father-in-law, Arthur.

Doug adopts a dog to impress the neighbors but soon regrets the decision; Arthur helps Danny with his gambling problem.

A drawing by Deacon's son convinces Arthur that he needs braces; the Palmers hire Spence as a servant.

Deacon and Kelly buy a vacation home, Carrie is upset because they could have easily afforded it, but they were too cheap.

Carrie quickly tires of having to eat meat in private because of Doug forcing his new beliefs onto her.