In the first season, following the death of her husband, Robert, Rachel moves in to the Winslow household with her son, Richie.
Rachel takes an unauthorized spin in the classic automobile that Carl plans to drive in the Columbus Day Parade.
Self-proclaimed handyman Carl decides to install a shower in Mother Winslow's quarters while she's out of town.
After Carl is on an all-night stakeout with his attractive new partner, Harriette finds a room key to Louise's Love Grotto in his pocket.
However, their aghast turns to anger when they learn that Buddy broke the law in parking in the handicapped lot and how he treated Carl.