Ep 19. Take My Wife, Please

Take My Wife, Please is the nineteenth episode of season 4 of the American television show According to Jim. The show is a sitcom that centers around the lives of Jim and Cheryl, a married couple with three children, their family, and friends. Jim, played by Jim Belushi, is a successful businessman who enjoys spending time with his friends and family, while his wife Cheryl, played by Courtney Thorne-Smith, is a stay-at-home mom who tries to keep everything in order.

In this particular episode, Jim and Cheryl found themselves in a bit of a disagreement. Cheryl was offered a job as a host for a local children's television show, and Jim was not too thrilled about it. He did not like the idea of having his wife on television, especially working with a bunch of kids. Jim believed that it would be too much work for Cheryl and that it would take time away from their family. However, Cheryl was excited about the opportunity and wanted to try something new.

As the episode progresses, Jim's concerns about his wife's new job start to get the best of him. His jealousy becomes apparent when he starts to interrupt Cheryl's filming. In one scene, Jim goes on stage dressed in a gorilla costume, trying to make Cheryl look bad. However, his actions backfire, and the joke ends up being on him.

Meanwhile, back at home, Andy, Jim's best friend, had his own marital woes. He comes to Jim for some advice on how to deal with his wife, who has become clingy due to her pregnancy. Jim tells Andy to ignore his wife and to go fishing with him instead, hoping that it would make him feel better. However, when they return, they find that Andy's wife has gone into labor, and she delivers their baby in Jim's living room.

In the end, Jim and Cheryl make amends and come to an agreement about her job. He realizes that Cheryl's job is important to her, and he supports her decision to pursue it. They also remind each other that their relationship is a partnership, and that they need to support each other in their endeavors.

Take My Wife, Please is a heartwarming episode that showcases the ups and downs of married life. It highlights the importance of compromise and communication in a relationship and the need to support each other's dreams and ambitions. The show uses humor and relatable situations to depict the challenges of being in a committed relationship. Overall, it is an enjoyable episode that captures the essence of the show According to Jim.