Mel suspects Henry is becoming a slacker, so he takes the youngster to work to show him professional success. Meanwhile, Joyce and Katie stand up for themselves, leading to red-faced encounters in a furniture store.

Family secrets are the theme when Mel tries to mend his back problems by stealthily taking baths at Joyce's abode. Also: Joyce hides that she wants a different career; Katie secretly works at a yogurt shop; and Henry covertly prepares to battle a bully.