Ep 3. When the Going Gets Tough the Tough Go Shopping

In "2point4 Children" season 1 episode 3, titled "When the Going Gets Tough the Tough Go Shopping," the Porter family finds themselves in a financial crisis. Jenny (Belinda Lang) and Bill (Gary Olsen) are struggling to make ends meet, and their two children, David (John Pickard) and Karen (Clare Buckfield), are starting to feel the effects of their parents' stress.

As the family deals with mounting bills and the threat of losing their home, they come to the realization that they need to make some drastic changes. Jenny decides to take on a second job, while Bill tries his hand at various money-making schemes, such as selling homemade chutneys and running a car-washing business.

Meanwhile, Karen and David are also feeling the pressure. Karen wants a new pair of shoes, but her parents can't afford them. David, on the other hand, wants a computer game but doesn't have the money to buy it.

As the family struggles to keep their heads above water, they are forced to make sacrifices and learn to live within their means. Through it all, the Porters remain a tight-knit family, supporting each other through thick and thin.

"When the Going Gets Tough the Tough Go Shopping" is a humorous yet poignant episode that explores the realities of financial hardship and the resilience of the human spirit. It showcases the strength of the Porter family and their unwavering commitment to each other, even in the most difficult of times. With its relatable themes and heartfelt moments, this episode is a standout in the first season of "2point4 Children."