Delicate deception is called for as Doris and the boys try to decide on a practical gift for Leroy. What does he really need and how can they find out-without tipping their hand?
Buck promises the P.T.A. that Doris will direct the school musical. In the process, Doris upsets the principal because of the way the kids are taught to dance.
Doris lands a fantastic apartment in San Francisco. But a chaotic moving day jeopardizes her lease as friends, dogs and weirdos turn the place into a madhouse.
Grandpa is on the verge of bankruptcy. He needs a new tractor and several farmers owe him money. Doris decides to collect the money since Buck is too generous and laid back.
Buck and Leroy take the boys away for a camping trip. Doris and Juanita are set to redecorate the house when they are surprised by Leroy's colorful cousins.