Visible crew/equipment: When Missy runs through the house at the start the stage lights are reflected in her sunglasses. (00:02:25)
A Sneeze, Detention, and Sissy Spacek - S1-E13
Visible crew/equipment: When Sheldon is running away from Mary in the garage, the set lights are reflected in his helmet. (00:18:00)
A Stunted Childhood and a Can of Fancy Mixed Nuts - S2-E10
Visible crew/equipment: When Missy puts her sunglasses on in the car, a square stage light is reflected. (00:04:00)
Answer: It's as simple as money is tight, it's not "George's money", it's the family's money so the expenditure was selfish.
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