The Patterson family drives into the drive, and unloads the Christmas tree (and accidentally hitting the family dog, in the process). Once inside, John, Michael and Elizabeth, stand the tree up, only to find out that it is too tall.

For Better or for Worse: A Christmas Angel

Michael is dragged on an unwanted family camping trip which proves more enjoyable than he expected.

For Better or for Worse: The Last Camping Trip

An uninvited guest attends Michael's Valentine's Day party.

For Better or for Worse: A Valentine from the Heart

It's Halloween, and Michael is having trouble with a bully named Brad, and Farley keeps getting himself in trouble, causing him to eventually run away. But when Michael gets caught in a tight spot, Farley shows up and proves he's more than just a "good for nothing."

For Better or for Worse: The Good-for-Nothing

Michael is frustrated that he has his license, but isn’t allowed to drive the family cars. Michael and Gordon go in together to buy a used fixer-upper, thinking it's a guaranteed babe magnet. It has the opposite effect, continually breaking down - and straining their frienship. Elly has booked April’s birthday party over at the Burger Bin, but she comes down with the flu and has to ask Michael to take April and look after the party, leading to some lessons about life, and friendship.