Michael Kyle is a proponent of patriarchy, so there is a distinctive leadership style in his home. He teaches his children about life with humor and wisdom unique to him. Michael's wife, Janet, manages to keep up with everything – taking care of the house, building a career, and exchanging quips with her husband. They have three children: Junior, who often bears the brunt of his witty and strict dad; Claire, the teenage daughter whose mood constantly changes and who is forever short of money; and little Kedi, who rarely lets dad have the last word.