Everyone needs love. Neal anguishes over his father's infidelity: should he tell his mother? He wants his brother's counsel when Barry comes home from college for a weekend. To Sam and Bill's embarrassment, Neal works out his feelings with the aid of a ventriloquist's dummy. Daniel's problems at home lead to Kim's breaking up with him. On the rebound, he tries to impress a punk chick who works at a convenience store. Lindsay finds Barry's attentions flattering so she joins her folks at the Schweiber's annual party. Comfort for Neal and for Daniel comes from unsuspected places.
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