Ep 11. The Changing of the Guardian

In The Simpsons season 24 episode 11, titled The Changing of the Guardian, viewers are taken on a journey through the dynamics of the Simpson household as Marge starts to feel unappreciated by her family. The episode centers around Mrs. Pommelhorst, an elderly woman who moves in with the family as Bart's new babysitter.

Marge is skeptical of Mrs. Pommelhorst at first, but she soon starts to appreciate the extra help around the house. However, her appreciation is short-lived as the family begins to shift their attention to Mrs. Pommelhorst, leaving Marge feeling left out and unwanted.

Throughout the episode, Marge tries to find ways to regain her family's attention. She tries to be more competitive, choose more popular family outings, and even mimic Mrs. Pommelhorst's kind behavior. But nothing seems to work, and Marge becomes increasingly disheartened.

Meanwhile, Bart takes advantage of Mrs. Pommelhorst's age and lack of technological knowledge to play pranks on her. However, he is caught and punished by his parents, and he realizes the error of his ways.

In the end, Marge realizes that her family still loves her and that they appreciate everything she does for them. The family acknowledges their mistake and they all come together to show Marge how much they care for her. They have a family game night and spend quality time together.

The Changing of the Guardian is a heartwarming episode that touches on the theme of family dynamics and the importance of appreciation and communication. The episode tackles the common struggle of feeling left out by loved ones and highlights the importance of showing gratitude and love to those closest to us. Fans of The Simpsons will enjoy seeing the family come together in the end, as they realize that their actions unintentionally hurt Marge, and they make an effort to rectify the situation.