Name: Mom's Away
Genre: Comedy
Duration: 25 min

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Janet thinks Michael plans to golf on their anniversary, but he arranges to have Brian McKnight sing for them at a surprise ceremony to renew their vows.

My Wife and Kids

The Anniversary

After getting his driver's license, Jr. buys a clunker instead of the practical car Michael picked out for him.

Jr. Gets His License

Michael bowls against his archenemy Stu Tyler (Larry Miller); Trekkies at the bowling alley believe Claire is a Romulan queen.

The Bowling Show

An encounter with Michael's ex-girlfriend prompts Janet to get a makeover; on a dare, Junior tries to steal a bra from the girls' locker room.

Make Over

After the children tease him about getting old, Michael pretends to injure his back playing Twister so they will have to cater to his every whim.

Back Story

Janet and Michael are astounded when their often dim-witted son shines on an IQ test, ranking him as a genius.

Jr. Kyle, Boy Genius

Michael seeks advice from Junior on how to handle Janet's office persona; the cast re-enacts scenes from the movie "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial."

Working Relationship

Michael steps in to save Kady's soccer team from Janet's overbearing coaching style.

Return of the Wall

Junior asks Michael for boxing lessons so he can protect his sister's honor.

Papa Said Knock You Out

Michael's parents come to visit him, but he is worried about the way they treat each other and how it reflects on his own children; after a disastrous attempt to fix things, Michael and Jay decide to let things the way they are.

Failure to Communicate

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Michael agrees to let Claire go on her first date with Tony, but only on condition that it is a double date with Janet and himself.

Double Date

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Michael Kyle quests for a traditional family.

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Michael is left in charge of the house when Janet leaves to tend to her sick mother, and must contend with multiple problems.

S2 E1 | Mom's Away

E29 | The Anniversary

E28 | The Anniversary

E27 | Jr. Gets His License

E26 | The Bowling Show

E25 | Make Over

E24 | Back Story

E23 | Jr. Kyle, Boy Genius

E22 | Working Relationship

E21 | Return of the Wall

E20 | Papa Said Knock You Out

E19 | Failure to Communicate

E18 | Double Date