Ep 3. Home Sweet Homediddly-Dum-Doodily

In The Simpsons season 7 episode 3, titled "Home Sweet Homediddly-Dum-Doodily," a mishap causes the Department of Child Services to take away Bart, Lisa, and Maggie from the Simpson family. The three children are placed in separate foster homes, leaving Marge and Homer devastated.

While the Simpson parents struggle with their new childless home, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie adjust to their new lives in very different ways. Bart ends up with a wealthy family who pampers him and showers him with material possessions, while Lisa is placed in a household that values education above all else. Maggie, meanwhile, is welcomed into a strict and orderly home where she is able to thrive on routine and structure.

As the children transition to their new living situations, they start to question whether they want to return home to their parents. Bart is especially torn, enjoying the luxury and attention he receives but also missing his mischievous ways. Lisa, on the other hand, is thriving academically but feels lonely and unfulfilled without her family.

Meanwhile, Homer and Marge scramble to prove to Child Services that they are responsible and capable parents. They visit their children in secret and enlists the help of their eccentric neighbor, Ned Flanders, to help them pass a home inspection.

Despite the obstacles, the Simpsons work together to overcome their struggles and reunite as a family. The episode explores themes of family bonds, individual identity, and the importance of having a stable home life. It also provides plenty of comedic moments, as only The Simpsons can.

Overall, "Home Sweet Homediddly-Dum-Doodily" is a beloved episode of the series and a poignant reminder of the enduring love and resilience of the Simpson family.