Ep 18. Sunday in the Park with Fran

Fran is excited to spend a Sunday afternoon in the park with the Sheffield family, but things don't go as smoothly as planned. Maxwell is preoccupied with work, leaving Fran to manage the kids on her own. She takes them to the playground where Brighton switches backpacks with a boy named Billy, who turns out to be a troublemaker and a pickpocket. Fran realizes the switch and tries to retrieve Brighton's backpack, but Billy takes off running with it, causing a commotion.

Meanwhile, Maxwell is struggling at work and turns to his business partner, C.C., for help. C.C. takes advantage of Maxwell's vulnerability and tries to set him up for failure. However, Niles comes to the rescue and helps Maxwell pull off a successful business deal.

Back at the park, Fran enlists the help of a group of children to track down Billy and retrieve the stolen backpack. They eventually find him hiding in a tree, but he refuses to give up the backpack without a fight. Fran uses her street smarts and wit to outsmart Billy and retrieve the backpack.

After the chaos at the park, the Sheffield family returns home and Fran realizes the importance of being a good role model for the kids. She encourages them to be honest and do the right thing, even when it's difficult.

Overall, "Sunday in the Park with Fran" is a heartwarming episode that showcases Fran's charisma and tenacity. It also touches on important themes such as the importance of honesty and integrity. Fans of the show will enjoy this episode's blend of humor and heart.