Ep 18. When Harry Kept Delores

In the episode "When Harry Kept Delores" from season 5 of Home Improvement, Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor (played by Tim Allen) goes to visit his friend and neighbor Harry (played by Blake Clark), who has been depressed since his wife Dolores left him. In an effort to cheer up Harry, Tim brings over his friends Al and Heidi, as well as his wife Jill and their sons Brad, Randy, and Mark.

As they are sitting around Harry's living room, reminiscing about old times and making small talk, Tim notices that Harry has a new bird in a cage. Harry explains that it is a rare African gray parrot named Delores, and that she talks, sings, and dances. The group is impressed and amused by Delores, and Harry seems to be momentarily lifted out of his funk.

However, as they are leaving, Tim accidentally opens the cage door and Delores flies out and disappears. Harry is devastated and becomes even more withdrawn and despondent. Tim feels guilty and decides to help Harry find Delores, despite protests from Jill and Al, who think it is a waste of time.

Tim and Harry go on a wild goose chase, following leads about possible sightings of Delores around town. They visit pet stores, animal shelters, and even a bird sanctuary, but there is no sign of Delores. As they become more and more discouraged, they also start to bond and open up to each other about their own personal struggles and disappointments.

Meanwhile, back at the Taylor house, Jill is trying to juggle her own family responsibilities with helping her friend Karen, who is going through a divorce. Karen is staying with the Taylors and using their house as a refuge, but Jill is starting to feel overwhelmed and frustrated by the added stress.

Eventually, Tim and Harry return home, exhausted and defeated. However, just as they are getting ready to give up, they hear a familiar voice calling out from a nearby tree. It is Delores, who has somehow managed to survive on her own and find her way back to Harry's house.

Harry is overjoyed and grateful, and Tim is relieved and proud of himself for helping his friend. The two men hug and acknowledge the importance of their friendship, and Tim realizes that sometimes the best way to help someone is simply to be there for them and support them through difficult times.

Overall, "When Harry Kept Delores" is a heartwarming and funny episode that showcases the enduring bond between Tim and Harry, as well as the importance of friendship and loyalty in times of adversity.