George is looking forward to some time off to go duck hunting with his pals. But when he tells wife Liz of his plans George doesn't anticipate her objections to his excursion.
George believes his mother-in-law interest in his and Liz's life is too intrusive. He thinks if she was otherwise occupied it would improve matters so George fixes her up on a date.
Liz is intent on being a responsible married woman and lets George know she's making a will. She finds dividing up her possessions more difficult than anticipated.
Liz's cousin arrives for a visit and the Coopers are welcoming at first. But the relative turns out not to be the most gracious guest and Liz is faced with telling her she's worn out her welcome.
Liz doesn't approve of the way George dresses as a banking official. She is intent on giving her husband a makeover, spending to make sure he's the best groomed executive.
George is off to a convention and Liz admonishes him to behave himself. It's Liz that needs the warning after she has a wild time while her husband is busy.
Liz wants to get a new hairstyle but husband George is opposed. Liz must find a way around George's objections without upsetting him but still get her way .
The Coopers feel stuck in a routine and decide an outdoor weekend is required. Liz and George convince their friends the Cobbs to join them, resulting in a series of misadventures.
Liz wants some bookshelves and George thinks he should build them rather than spend the money buying. He overestimates his skills as Liz offers unhelpful advice.
It's men only at the country club which the husbands are fine with but not the wives. Liz intends to show George that women are equally adept on the golf course as in the kitchen.
The Coopers seem to live life at a frantic pace. George suggests to Liz that they find ways to slow things down and enjoy the moments the newlyweds are missing.
George becomes worried when an artist chooses Liz an a model. Goerge's concern is about how the man wants Liz to be dressed when he paints her so the husband tries to find out beforehand.
The Coopers are invited to a community hayride by a teenage neighbor. They assume it's because they appear so youthful in looks and demeanor. Liz and George are chagrined when they learn the truth.
Liz and George have their fortunes told at a charity function. The Coopers saw it as a bit of fun but when the predictions start coming true concern begins to grow.
Liz's female friends think George is the ideal husband and expect their own husbands to measure up. The men resent the comparison and start excluding George.
George is behaving differently which leads friends and family to think he is cheating on his wife. They tell their suspicions to Liz who has trouble convincing them George is innocent of any misbehavior.
The Coopers are visited by an old flame of George's who was the woman before Liz. The ex-girlfriend creates discord by implying Liz wed her husband on the rebound.
Liz goes ahead with her vacation plans which involve going to a resort without George. She get an overwhelming amount of attention as she is the only attractive woman devoid of an escort there.
Liz and George are out for a pleasant game of golf with the husband thinking he's the superior player. But when Liz prevails in sends George into a sulk, disrupting the harmony of the Cooper home.
Liz finds her days just slip away where tasks are uncompleted. She tries a strict regimen where time is strictly budgeted but George finds the situation irksome.
George is headed to New York City on a business trip and Liz goes along. The happy couple expect to have a marvelous time but their experiences prove just the opposite.
Liz is involved in a traffic accident and the auto incurs minor damage. George delivers a lecture regarding carelessness and Liz vows to never drive again. George is forced into being a chauffeur.
Liz is looking forward to a visit from her uncle and aunt from Boston. Their arrival coincides with a costume party the Coopers are to attend. George greets the dignified couple dressed in a suit of armor shocking them.
At the Junior League rehearsal Liz shares George's dream that he chased another woman. The ladies are intrigued by the notion and George is suddenly receiving unwanted attention.
George is tired of wife Liz's interference with his wardrobe choices. George goes to a clothing store and proceeds to purchase the loudest clothes he can find as payback.
