Ep 23. Home

Cory Matthews is a teenager who is striving to find his place in the world. In season 2 episode 23 of Boy Meets World, titled "Home," Cory experiences a moment of clarity as he realizes the importance of home and family.

The episode opens with Cory stressing over an upcoming algebra exam, worrying that it will determine his destiny. His friend Shawn Hunter tries to calm him down and reminds him that they have bigger problems to worry about, like finding a place to live. The two are currently crashing with Shawn's dad, but with Mr. Hunter's girlfriend moving in, they need to find a new home.

Meanwhile, Cory's older brother Eric discovers that he has been accepted into college, but he has to prove that he is responsible enough to attend by taking care of a baby for the weekend. Eric quickly realizes that taking care of a child isn't as easy as it looks, and he struggles with the responsibility.

As Cory and Shawn search for a new place to live, they come across a rundown apartment building. Despite its obvious flaws, the boys are taken with the idea of having their own place and decide to rent it. However, they soon realize that the apartment is infested with rats and roaches, and the landlord is nowhere to be found.

Meanwhile, Eric's weekend with the baby is not going well. He is overwhelmed with the responsibility and ends up losing the baby in a park. He spends the rest of the episode searching for the child, while trying to hide his mistake from his parents.

Back at the apartment, Cory and Shawn are trying to make themselves feel at home, but they are constantly reminded of the building's flaws. They can't use the shower because it doesn't work, and they are forced to use a garbage can as a makeshift toilet. As they struggle to make the best of their situation, they realize that home is not just a physical place, but a feeling of warmth and comfort.

Eric eventually finds the missing baby and returns it to its mother, but not before his parents find out about the mishap. They scold him for being irresponsible, but also recognize that he is growing up and learning from his mistakes.

In the end, Cory and Shawn return to their parents' home, realizing that their family is their true home. They are greeted with open arms by their parents and feel the warmth and comfort of being with those who love them. The episode ends with Cory and Shawn, snuggled up on the couch with their families, watching a movie and feeling content in the knowledge that they always have a place to call home.

"Home" is a heartwarming episode that reminds viewers that home is not just a physical place, but a feeling of love and acceptance. Through the trials and tribulations of Eric's babysitting and Cory and Shawn's apartment search, the importance of family is underscored. The episode is a testament to the enduring bonds of family and the warmth of home.