The Simpsons season 28 episode 11 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Influenced by a decluttering book, Marge initiates a household purge, urging the family to discard items that no longer bring joy. Homer struggles to part with his belongings, while Lisa faces a personal crisis when her saxophone loses its appeal. The family's pet pig, Plopper, becomes a central issue as Marge insists Homer find him a new home. Homer employs Plopper as a therapy animal to keep him at work. Lisa, aided by Bart, rediscovers her passion for music. After a series of events, including Plopper getting injured and temporarily adopted by Mr. Burns, Homer retrieves him, offering to quit beer as a compromise. The episode ends with the family understanding the balance between decluttering and emotional attachment.
Full Episode S28E11 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What book inspires Marge to declutter the Simpson house?
"The Japanese Warrior Monks' Guide to Tidying Up."
How does the family decide which items to keep or discard?
By determining if each item still brings them joy.
What is Homer's initial reaction to decluttering?
He struggles with it, finding joy in almost everything.
Does Lisa find it easy to part with her belongings?
No, she especially struggles with deciding to give away her saxophone.
Why does Marge want Homer to find a new home for Plopper?
She feels that Homer doesn't take enough responsibility for caring for him.
How does Homer manage to keep Plopper?
He uses Plopper as a therapy animal at his workplace.
What helps Lisa rediscover her joy in playing the saxophone?
Bart helps her by playing an original composition of hers over the school's PA system.
What happens to Plopper after he is injured?
Mr. Burns adopts him as his companion.
How does Homer feel about losing Plopper to Mr. Burns?
He is devastated and struggles to control his emotions.
Where had Homer stored all the family's possessions they thought were discarded?
In a storage locker.
How does the episode resolve the issue with Plopper?
Homer reclaims Plopper from Mr. Burns.
What compromise does Homer make to keep Plopper?
He offers to give up drinking beer.
What is the significant change in Lisa's attitude towards her saxophone by the end of the episode?
She regains her passion and joy for playing it.
Does Mr. Burns keep Plopper in the end?
No, Homer manages to take Plopper back.
How does the family's approach to decluttering change by the end of the episode?
They realize the importance of balancing tidiness with emotional attachment to possessions.
