Aided by amateur counselors Elaine and Kristin, Kate tries to rekindle the romance in her marriage, as hamsters and finger painting replace dining and dancing.

The kids are gearing up for a trip to the petting zoo, but Kate's ego is what needs stroking after a bad day has her convinced that she's a day-care disaster.

Eileen gives Ross a student internship, but will the pressure of being a successful pre-stockbroker drive him into early retirement?