[s3e11] The Maternal Congruence Online

In the world of , few characters can unsettle the gang quite like Dr. Beverly Hofstadter . Portrayed with icy precision by Christine Baranski , Leonard’s mother returns in this classic Christmas-themed episode to deliver a holiday visit that is anything but "merry" for her son. Plot Summary: A Holiday of High Tension

: In a drunken state, Beverly returns to the apartment and unexpectedly kisses Sheldon on the lips before deciding she'd actually rather "have the busboy" from the bar. Trivia & Highlights [S3E11] The Maternal Congruence

: Sheldon objects to traditional Christmas decorations, instead hanging a bust of Sir Isaac Newton on the tree because Newton was born on December 25th, unlike the historical figure typically associated with the holiday. In the world of , few characters can

Episode Spotlight: " The Maternal Congruence " (Season 3, Episode 11) Plot Summary: A Holiday of High Tension :