Simon has fallen in love. He has also read a book which leads him to believe that he might be able to control the universe. The family aren't very impressed with either. Grandpa has invited Deborah Adler to visit, Grandma doesn't like her and is less than happy. Liz has had to take extreme measures to try to get her son Adam into a new school.

Simon has been on a life-changing course and has decided it's his job to heal the family. He starts by giving his Granddad an exercise ball. Tanya has had a realisation that maybe Clive isn't the man for her, and when the family discover that Simon has organised a surprise for them, they are fearful what Grandma might do to him.