In the season 34 episode " Bartless " (2023), Homer and Marge dream of an alternate, successful life where they never had Bart, only to realize their love for him after encountering an orphaned version of their son. While this "dream" family lives in luxury and experiences, Bart's chaotic, endearing influence ultimately brings joy and positive changes to their lives, prompting the couple to wake up and cherish him. You can read a full recap of the episode on Wikipedia and LaughingPlace .