Despite his outwardly tough exterior, Kevin occasionally observes his father's softer side.

In moments when his father's sternness is difficult to comprehend, Kevin clings on to his tender memories with him.

While trying to defend his father against his classmate's jokes, Kevin realizes that like so many of us, he actually has very little idea what his father's job entails.

Upon arrival home from school, Kevin attempts to converse with his parents to try to better understand his father's job.

Kevin's dad approaches him to offer some insight into his job, but after a previous brushoff, Kevin is determined to give him the cold shoulder.

Hoping to gain some insight into his father's complex character, Kevin accompanies him on a field trip to his office.

Kevin is impressed and taken aback by the respect his father commands at his office.

Kevin's trip to the office helps him to see his father- and the world- in a different light.

An unexpected act by his father inspires in Kevin yet another lifely epiphany.

Kevin experiences family spats at home while at school, his teacher attempts to teach the students the concept of values.

Kevin is less than thrilled with his sister's new beau.

Kevin gets educated on free love by his sister's boyfriend.

Kevin watches in dismay as Karen introduces the infamous Luis to their family.

Tension is in the air at dinner as Luis's questions to Kevin's mom grow increasingly personal- and offensive.

As Luis continues to spout his political beliefs, the situation grows increasingly tense at the dinner table.