Little Melanie has picked up head lice from school. Since her mother works late hours, she usually spends the night at the neighbor's house on weeknights. Jim's wife works nights also, so it's up to Jim to handle the problem.
Chief Eddie Nolan's ship is heading south to Australia, and New Zealand. It is Eddie's dream cruise. He and his fellow Chief, HMC Al Tory are enjoying themselves and making a hit among the women they come in contact with. Eddie is also being kept up to date with what is happening with his wife and children in the letters being sent to him.