Ep 17. Wilson's World

In this episode of Home Improvement titled "Wilson's World," the focus shifts from Tim Taylor and his family to their neighbor, Wilson. Over the course of the series, Wilson has become a beloved character thanks to his wise and enigmatic advice, usually shared with Tim over the fence that separates their houses.

At the start of this episode, Tim is slightly bothered by the fact that Wilson has been avoiding him for the past few days. When he tries to speak to Wilson over the fence, he is met with silence. Despite this, Tim remains determined to find out what's been going on with his neighbor.

As he investigates, Tim discovers that Wilson has been keeping busy with a variety of projects around his house. In particular, he's been building a large, elaborate treehouse in his backyard. Eventually, Tim manages to coax Wilson out of his shell and the two men start chatting again.

But as the conversation continues, Tim realizes that something isn't quite right with Wilson. He seems more distant than usual, and when Tim asks him about it, Wilson becomes defensive and refuses to tell him what's going on. Frustrated, Tim decides to take matters into his own hands and investigate the situation further.

Eventually, he discovers that Wilson has been struggling with his career as a writer. Despite his many talents, Wilson has been unable to sell any of his work and is beginning to lose hope. As Tim tries to encourage him, Wilson becomes increasingly upset and reveals that he's been keeping a secret for years - he's actually dyslexic.

This revelation comes as a shock to Tim, who had always admired Wilson's intelligence and creativity. But as Wilson explains, his dyslexia has always been a barrier to his success as a writer. Despite his struggles, however, Wilson refuses to give up on his dream of becoming a successful author.

Throughout the episode, Tim offers his support and encouragement, ultimately helping Wilson to gain the confidence he needs to pursue his goals. In the end, Wilson takes a brave step and shares his writing with Tim, who is impressed with the quality of his work.

Overall, "Wilson's World" is a touching episode that explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the power of self-expression. While it's different from some of the other episodes in the Home Improvement series, it serves as a reminder that even the most enigmatic and mysterious characters have their own struggles and challenges to overcome.