Close to HomeClose to HomeSeries 1Season 1 · 1989 · 9 episodesEpisodes1Father and FamilyJames' ex-wife Helen arrives, saying that she has left her current husband and intends to move back in with the family. However, Helen's husband Frank, a member of the mafia, comes looking for her.2The ContractThe Shepherds are in for a shock when teenage Kate's 35-year-old boyfriend comes for dinner.3Double DateRobbie enrols his father in a computer dating scheme.4The Horse RaceVarious interested parties try to involve James in fixing a horse race.5Helen's ParentsJames' veterinarian duties involve a farting dog, then when he gets home, Helen's ancient father introduces his considerably younger singer/songwriter girlfriend.6She's Leaving HomeJames tears Kate off a strip for staying out late at a party; the rather predictable result is Kate attempts to leave home.7A Matter of DecreeJames and Helen's inefficient lawyer believes their divorce may not have been finalised.8Katie's Broken HeartKate's boyfriend has an unusual excuse for standing her up.9Helen the ReceptionistFrank calls from Sicily to tell Helen that's he's found someone else.Season 2