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10/8/1989

The Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.

10/15/1989

Robbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.

10/22/1989

Various interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.

10/29/1989

James' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.

11/5/1989

James tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.

11/12/1989

James and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.

11/19/1989

Kate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.

11/26/1989

Frank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.