Kevin experiences his first French kiss and the heartbreak of a summer romance, while vacationing with his family in Ocean City.
Lately it seems that Kevin has no relationship with his hippy-ish sister, Karen.
Jack is reluctant to get rid of the family car despite its numerous problems.
Kevin joins a rock ‘n roll band, but quits when it’s apparent that none of the band members can play very well.
When grandpa Arnold arrives with a puppy for Kevin, the dog becomes a pawn in a battle for respect between Jack and his Dad.