Edmund L. Shaff

Claire is furious about neighbors Ronnie and Amber’s eye-sore of a boat on their front lawn and it soon becomes an all-out war when Phil calls in the “big guns” as back up -- his dad Frank and all his retired friends to give them a taste of their own medicine. Elsewhere, Jay is trying to potty train Joe but Gloria does not think he’s ready yet, and Cam secretly takes Lily to clown school behind Mitchell’s back.

Malcolm requires medical treatment after trying to keep his opinions to himself. Meanwhile, Reese goes on a date with his girlfriend and Craig.

Cheryl urges Jim to behave himself on St Patrick's Day so she will secure appointment on the church committee.