This is an excellent episode that touches on a number of serious topics but without becoming melodramatic. The topics include sibling rivalries, inter-generational conflict, the plight of the frail elderly, bullying, loyalty, selflessness, extended family cohesion, dependency issues and marital conflict. The central character here is Doug who has to make some serious decisions that will effect his relationship with his wife and directly impact on his father-in-law with whom he is in conflict. The question that becomes apparent is how does a young married couple cope with added responsibilities relating to care of an elderly parent with a challenging personality? What do they do? Watch this episode and find out.
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