Carol has a new boyfriend and their relationship interferes with her time at work. She thinks about moving in with him to be together more. Howard has another girlfriend and is worried about keeping her.
Bob makes plans with Jerry to watch Monday Night Football at Bob's place. Emily is upset because she feels left out. They argue the next night about his ignoring her. Since they do not go to bed angry, they stay up all night.
Bob feels like everyone wants his time and that he has no time to himself. He decides to stay at a hotel for a night for the solitude. Everyone thinks he is leaving Emily. Meanwhile, Emily tries to get a book for the school library.
Jerry talks to Bob about not being happy in life, and then decides he wants to see Bob professionally. When Bob presents the bill to Jerry, he is shocked to see how much he is charged. The bill causes problems in their friendship.
It's Christmas time and Bob's therapy group is not a happy bunch. Bob invites his patients to share Christmas Eve with him and Emily. Bob worries about what to give Emily for a gift.