Ep 15. The Pen Pal

Larry and Balki are excited when they finally receive a response to the pen pal ad they placed in a newspaper. The letter comes from a 12-year-old boy named David who lives in Milk Summit, Wisconsin. Larry and Balki take turns writing to David, and as they learn more about him, they realize they have a lot in common.

David tells them about his love of superheroes, and how he's always dreamed of meeting one in real life. Larry and Balki decide to do something special for him and arrange to have a local actor dress up as a superhero and visit David. But when the actor cancels at the last minute, Larry and Balki have to come up with a plan B.

Meanwhile, Jennifer is feeling neglected by her husband, who is spending all his time corresponding with his new pen pal. When she suggests they take a romantic weekend getaway, Larry doesn't seem interested. Jennifer confides in Mary Anne, who suggests she write to David and pretend to be Larry's pen pal.

At the same time, Balki is struggling with his own insecurities. When he learns that David thinks he's a superhero, Balki worries that he won't live up to the boy's expectations. He decides to take matters into his own hands and dress up as a superhero himself.

The episode is full of comedic misunderstandings and hijinks as Larry, Balki, Jennifer, and Mary Anne try to keep their secrets from each other. As the weekend approaches, Larry and Balki scramble to make their superhero plan work, while Jennifer tries to keep up the charade in her letters to David.

Ultimately, Larry and Balki are able to give David a memorable experience and make a new friend. Jennifer realizes that communication is key in any relationship, and she and Larry come to a new understanding. And Balki learns that he doesn't need to be a superhero to be someone's hero.

Overall, "The Pen Pal" is a heartwarming and hilarious episode that demonstrates the importance of friendship, communication, and being true to oneself.