Ben wants to go to France for the Christmas holiday, but after the previous year's mishaps, Bill is determined to stay at home, where nothing disastrous can happen.

Jenny is forced to confide in her father for once. Meanwhile, Bill and Rona encounter some unexpected visitors in Rona's home - snakes!

Bill and Ben demonstrate how not to embarrass your daughter in front of your potential in-laws.

Confined to bed with flu, Bill has difficulty finding out what is going on downstairs - which is just as well!

Bill, Ben and Rona take stock of their lives.

Bill resorts to drastic measures to bring about an evening of culture and sparkling conversation.

A strange ethereal force causes the arrival of a sinister letter at the Porter household.