Why Did The Music Stop?

Shirley gets the notion that show biz may be robbing the kids of a normal life. Thinking that the hectic grind may be too much of a strain on them she takes tem all for a medical checkup, only to find that they’re in perfect health. Still convinced that they're missing something, Shirley tells them that she thinks they should quit show business for six months. All are baffled by the announcement, except Laurie, because she thinks that the reason for Shirley's sudden decision is handsome, eligible Him Lucas, Shirley's former doctor. When Laurie tells the others, they agree not to stand in the way of Shirley's happiness, and after consenting to the six-month rest, Shirley thinks she was right about her fears. Several days later, the kids are bored to death without their music and, feeling they're sacrificing in vain, Danny plays matchmaker by finding Him and dropping a not-so-subtle hint that Shirley is always at home.

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