Barney's father Jerome finally responds to Barney's letter and shows up at his front door. After learning his father is nothing more than a suburban driving instructor, Barney decides he wants nothing to do with him. However, the he gang convinces Barney to give him another chance, he agrees to go to Jerome's house for dinner with his wife and son. Ultimately, Barney reveals he is not upset that his Dad is not the cool guy he had hoped but actually is hurt that Jerome now has the traditional family he always wanted.