From Plum Creek With Love: A Little House on the Prairie Podcast

James ad Cassandra Cooper are visited by their Uncle Jed who, since the last time we saw him, has become very finical secure. What starts off as a simple reunion of blood relatives turns into a legal drama when Uncle Jed decides he would like to have his grand niece and nephew returned to him. However, while the Law might be on Uncle Jed's side Science is not. Why didn't Uncle Jed bother with writing a letter to his grand niece and Nephew at all? How much money did the Mercantile take in with Uncle Jed's visit? Is Carrie about to lose her only friend?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Donna - Ritchie Valens

Shopping spree - The Voluptuous Horror of Karen black 

Like I can - Sam Smith 

Happy - Pharrell Williams

Pony - Genuine

Can’t Buy Me Love - The Beatles

We Belong Together - Ritchie Valens

A Mistake - Fiona Apple 

Catch My Breath - Kelly Clarkson

Bad Blood - Taylor Swift 

Let's Stay Together - Al Green 

After witnessing the death of a friend, Charles starts to question what is the mark he is going to leave behind on the world. Taking a chance on a dream, he has a career switch and moves away from the family. And while the money is rolling in, nefarious forces start to find a way to cash in on Charles's idea. How long does it take Charles to drive to Minneapolis? What sort of savings do the Ingalls have now? Even though she's not in the episode, Is Laura still pregnant?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Flowers - Miley Cyrus

Turn Up The Radio - Madonna

Blame It on the Boogie - the Jacksons

Babylon - Lady Gaga

Staring Problem - No Doubt

Desire - En Vogue

Nightshift - Commadores 

The Imperial March  - John Williams 

Tired - Adele

Children - Robert Miles 

The Alchemy - Taylor Swift

Laura is left to fend for herself, her (patiently waiting to be born) child and a freshly planted orchard during an oppressive heatwave as Charles and Almanzo leave the area for work. With her "I can do it by myself" attitude, Laura tries to beat the heat but unfortunately mother nature has other plans. With everyone busy tending to their own crops to prevent failure, an unlikely hero steps forward to save the day: Willie Oleson. Six months plus two summers and one winter storm, is Laura ever going to give birth? Where did all the ice come from? What other books has Nancy read?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Postcard - Troye Sivan feat. Gordi

Heatwave - Martha and The Vandellas

Cool - Gwen stafain 

Ice Ice Baby - Vanilla Ice 

Here Comes The Sun  - The Beatles 

We Gotta Get Out Of This Place - The Animals  

Sunshower - Chris Cornell

Imagine - John Lennon 

Heat Waves - Glass Animals

People - Barbra Streisand  

Too Hot - Kool & The Gang

Raise Your Glass - P!nk

Heroes - David Bowie

James manages to make a fool of himself while also alienating the newest kid to the Walnut Grove school all in the same breathe. In an attempt to turn a frown upside down, Charles invites James on a trip to Minneapolis. Things take an interesting turn when a stray/wild dog starts to tagalong and proves companionship comes in many different forms. How come Laura is acting like she's never worked with someone who has a stutter? When will the kids of the W.G. realize running away doesn't solve anything? Who was in the bear suit this time?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

College Gilrs - Jesse Jaymes

Thank You For Being A Friend - Andrew gold

Cruel - Tori Amos

Bedtime Story (Orbit remix) - Madonna  

I’ll Be There - Jackson 5

Hotel - Tori Amos

Somebody's Watching Me - Rockwell 

Lucky Ones - Lana Del Rey 

I Rise - Madonna

Kiss - Prince

It's Christmas Eve at Plum Creek and everyone is back home for the holidays....EVERYONE: Mary and Adam, Laura and Almanzo, Hester Sue, Charles and Caroline and the rest of the kids ( of which there are five) . And what started as a joyous holiday celebration soon turns into a night of sharing stories from Christmas past while trying to keep the fire from going out. Why is no one worried about the ten feet of snow that has piled up over night? How come we get no update about Mary's New York life? How is the rest of Walnut Grove handling this blizzard compared to the last one?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Stepdad - Emiem

Rain - Madonna 

Out the Window- Violent Femmes

Carry on Wayward Son - Kansas

Don’t Stop Believin’ - Journey 

Rolling in the Deep- Adele

Shake It Off - Taylor Swift 

Hazy Shade of Winter - The Bangles

Angel - Sarah McLachlan

Harriet is approached with a new method on how to operate her restaurant to earn more profits. Due to Harriet's inability to read a contract, she ends up over her head. Harriet is not the only one feeling the effects of the contract: Mr. Oleson, Caroline, Hester Sue and, of course, Charles are all taking on more burden with less pay. Realizing he might be stuck making dinners for the brood at Plum Creek, Charles comes up with a plan to take down Mrs. Sullivan's Army. How does Hester Sue spend her time away from the restaurant? What's on the menu over at the Oleson's restaurant? Where does all the food come from?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Scream - Michael Jackson w/Janet Jackson  

Insane in the Brain - Cypress Hill 

Bein' Green - Kermit the Frog

Trust in me - Sterling Holloway

Please Don’t Leave Me - Pink

I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself - The White Stripes 

Lemon Meringue - Poe 

Free woman - Lady Gaga

The Walnut Grove school has a new student, Elmer Miles, who is anxious to make new friends and fit in. And while navigating the student body hierarchy, unfortunately, Elmer gets involved with the one student he shouldn't: Nancy Oleson. Nancy has her own agenda of why she wants to keep the new kid close to her side. Is there a new power couple in the Walnut Grove school? Why is the name Elmer synonyous with dropping truth bombs? What is the background on the Miles family?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Ready to Go - Republica

Please Don’t Go - Double You

Alone - Celine Dion 

Gold - John Stewart

Karma- Taylor swift

Starring At The Sun - U2

Piggy -  NIN

Swine - Lady Gaga

Jeremy - Pearl Jam

Get Together - The Youngbloods

Mr. Edwards and Charles make their way to Chicago after the devastating news John Sanderson Jr has been killed in a horrific traffic accident. Things, however, take an interesting turn when this simple case of vehicular manslaughter turns into something larger. Will we ever see a return of the happy go lucky Mr. Edwards? Does it always rain that much in Chicago? Has Charles ever had a positive experience in Chicago?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Friday - Flo Rida

You're On Your Own Kid - Taylor Swift 

Hangin’ Tough - New Kids On The Block

Suddenly Everything Has Changed - The Postal Service

4 Minutes - Madonna w/ Justin Timberlake 

Chasing Pavement - Adele

Demons - Imagine Dragons

Take Me Out - Franz Ferdinand 

Digging in the Dirt - Peter Gabriel 

A duo of bumbling criminals, Max and George, arrive in Walnut Grove to try to make a quick dollar. Their initial plan backfires and they soon find themselves collaborating with the kid-napped victim, Mr. Oleson, to try to receive any ransom money. What follows is a whole bunch of bad decisions, mistaken identities and face-palming by everyone who is listed in the opening credits of the show. How many kidnapped victims is too many? Why haven't Max and George consider a career change? Should Reverend Alden and Doc Baker consider wearing something else besides black? Spotify Playlist Episode Track List —————— Go Your Own Way  - Fleetwood Mac  Our Lips Are Sealed - The Go-Go's Gold - Imagine Dragons Dangerous Woman - Ariana Grande  Mother and Father - Madonna  Nosferatu - Blue Oyster Cult  Heart attack  - Demi Lovato  Don’t give up - Peter Gabriel w/Kate Bush Just Once - Quincy Jones  Runaway - Real McCoy My Heart Will Go On - Celine Dion  Down in Mexico - The Coasters

The W.G. is in for a huge surprise with the arrival of a new death-defying daredevil show passing through town: Gambini the Great. Gambini the Great is doing what he can to keep his family going until he can pass the title onto his sons. However, his sons are not interested. But Gambini's influence finds a different target: Albert Quinn Ingalls. This new friendship leads to Albert and Charles butting heads on what is best for Albert's future. How many different girls has Albert shown interest in so far...this season? Why does Albert thinks being a daredevil is less dangerous than playing football? Who did it better: Gambini the Great or Alice Garvey and Baby Adam? Spotify Playlist Episode Track List —————— Fire - Jimi Hendrix Take a Bow - Madonna  Cannonball - The Breeders A Simple Kind of Life - No Doubt Deep Water - Jewel  Shallow - Lady Gaga Bad Influence - B-52s Never Gonna Get It - En Vogue Hero - Mariah Carey

Eliza Jane makes her return to the prairieverse as Laura leaves Walnut Grove to have a summer unlike any other....except for that time she went to the pacific ocean. Taking a summer seminar class in Arizona, Laura gets her own college experience filled the highs and plenty of lows: Meeting new people, finding part time work, sharing a room, being solicited by the professor. College life is a different world when you're from the prairie. What sort of adventures has Eliza Jane been having on her own? How much is tuition for Laura since she is an out of state student? Why did this episode have to take place in Arizona? Spotify Playlist Episode Track List —————— Love at First Sight  - Kylie Minoque  Meeting in the Ladies Room - Kylmaxx No Scrubs - T.L.C. Yes. And? - Ariana Grande It’s My Life - Talk Talk Complicated - Avril Lavigne  Try A Little Tenderness - The Commitments New Attitude - Pattie LaBelle Face in the Crowd - Tom Petty  Cruel Summer - Bananrama Everyday People - Arrested Development

An overworked Doc Baker decides to hire an additional doctor to help out. Enter Dr. Caleb Ledoux, a recently graduated surgeon from New Orleans. However, upon his arrival new feelings start to come to surface for the usually well mannered Doc Baker. What starts off as a passive aggressive attitude soon escalates when Doc Baker realizes he has some insecurities he has to face. What does Post Mistress Melinda Foster have against the French? Is Doctor Caleb Ledoux better at keeping his patients' medical history to himself? Would you trust Doc Baker with a scalpel?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Prove My Love - The Violent Femmes

Reason to Believe - Rod Stewart

Sweet Inutition - Bjork  

All the Things She Said - t.A.T.u

Don’t F***ing Tell What To Do - Robyn   

 Born This Way - Lady Gaga

 Money for Nothing - Dire Straits

When I Come Around - Green Day  

Like a Surgeon - "Weird Al" Yankovic 

The Ingalls, Quinn, Cooper situation at plum creek is starting to have its effect: Everyone vying for a little space/privacy/attention. Things erupt after James breaks a personal item of Albert's and steals a replacement. Leading to him making his second attempt of running away from Walnut Grove. Feeling part of the blame, Albert stays by his little brother's side while trying to figure how to get James back to the Little House. Does Albert even need to shave? Why does James think the answer to everything is to run away? How long does a rainstorm last on the prairie?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Mr. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang - Shirley Bassey

Little Brother - The Tallest Man on Earth

Declare independence - Bjork

Army of Me - Bjork  

Florida! - Taylor Swift feat. Florence Welsh

Wet - Barbra Streisand

Cool Dry Place - Traveling Wilbur's 

Cats in the Cradle - Ugly Kid Joe 

Ironic - Alanis Morrisete

Nancy's antics, attitude, behavior and lies leads to everyone agreeing: She's worse than Nellie. Harriet is in denial and continuously comes to Nancy's defense until she realizes she was duped as well. And with her permission, Laura sets to task with a way to teach Nancy she can't get away with her behavior while also managing to rise money for a good cause. How did Albert and Willie mange to build a dunk tank? Why didn't Mr.Case share Nancy's background with Harriet before allowing the adoption? Who is next on Nancy's Hit list?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

The Heart Ask Pleasure First  - Michael Nyman 

Blue - Billie Ellish

 C’est la lve - Robbie Nevil

Framed - The Coasters

Don’t Cry - Guns n Roses

Money - The Flying Lizards

Sisters Are Doing It for Themselves  - Aretha Franklin, Eurythmics

Jealous - Beyonce

Nobody Likes Me - ABC Kids

Hard to Handle - The Black Crows

Mother - Danzing

Walnut Grove has a major shake up when Mary and Nellie end up moving away to New York City. And while Caroline is use to saying goodbye to Mary, Harriet enters a deep depression with Nellie and her grandchildren gone. Following the advice of Doc Baker and spending time with Cassandra, the Olesons decide on adoption. And what they find in the Sleepy Eye orphanage is soon unleashed on the residents of Walnut Grove. And Hester Sue moves back to the area to help with the restaurant. Where did Mary get a perm on the Prairie? Will Hester Sue get even more screen time? Why is the Irv Hartwig Blacksmith sign STILL up?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

That Thing You Do! - The Wonders 

I Took A Pill In Ibiza - Mike Posner

Clones (We’re all) - Alice Cooper

Teeth - Lady Gaga

Hunger Strike - Temple of the Dog

Girl Gone Wild - Madonna   

Call Me Mother - Rupaul 

Stand  - R.E.M.

Sing After Me - Madeline Kahn and Grover

Pete “Big Rock” Ellerbee, along with his wife and son, returns home to Walnut Grove after a successful collegiate football and business career. Seeing that Walnut Grove has a football team, Pete volunteers to the coach them into a championship team. However, Coach Ellerbee's style is more abrasive than the team is accustomed to. Even Laura finds it a bit overbearing. It's not until Albert sustains an injury and Pete's own son is forced into a position he doesn't want to be in, Pete's wife forces him reconsider his direction. When did Walnut Grove start its football team? How long ago did Pete Ellerbee first live in Walnut Grove? Are there any more sport themed episodes I should be aware of? Spotify Playlist Episode Track List —————— Back to my Roots - Rupaul  Work - Iggy Azalea I Can Make You A Man - Tim Curry One More Chance - Madonna  Only You - Ellie Goulding  War - Edwin Starr Hardly wait - Juliette Lewis In the Meantime - Spacehog Hurt - NIN

We are introduced to Daniel Page, a teenager who is Deaf and despite living with his father all his life, has been alone with no way to communicate with others. Enter Laura who is determined to help Daniel find his voice. As well as new feelings for Laura. Howver, Laura toys with his feelings when she uses him as a prop to get Almanzo’s attention. Also, Albert becomes obsessed with building a doghouse. What was the purpose to the doghouse sub-plot? How long has the Page family been living in the Hero Township area? Why didn't Laura start a group to help teach sign language to others so Daniel would have more people to communicate with?*Disclaimer: Daniel's father is Nathan Page. However, I ended up calling him Nathaniel for the entire re-cap.*

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Father figure - George Micheal 

The Wind - Yusuf / Cat Stevens

Nettie Teaches Celia - Quincy Jones 

Talk to the Animals - Anthony Newley

Wonderful - Everclear

Albatros  - Fleetwood Mac 

Single ladies  - Beyonce 

Just a Friend - Biz Markie

Lord help us all when the telephone arrives in Walnut Grove. It doesn't take long before Harriet Oleson starts to abuse the line by listening on the private conversations of the townsfolk. And it's unfortunately Alice Garvey who has to deal with fallout when news of a previous marriage is shared with her family. Unsure of how to handle the situation Jonathan Garvey leaves and tries to confront the past. Meanwhile, Albert along with the help of Herman the mouse and Bill Anderson, Walnut Grover's new Banker, they set a plan in motion to teach Harriet a lesson about the consequences of eavesdropping. How expensive was it to have a phone installed back in the day? Bank, Restaurant, Hotel, what is the next new business coming to Walnut Grove? How much free time is Mr.Oleson gonna have now that he owns the entire Mercantile? Spotify Playlist Episode Track List —————— Telephone - Lady Gaga Help Line Operator - - The The Mother Mother  - Tracy Bonham  Ghostbusters - Ray Parker jr Hanging on the Telephone - Blondie Fall to pieces - Avril Lavigne  Still Crazy After All These Years - Paul Simon  Gambler - Madonna  Closing Time - Semisonic One Day  - Bjork  The World Is Not Enough - Garbage  Lucky  - Britney Spears

A new pop up prayer meeting has been invited, by Harriet Oleson, into Walnut Grove led by the somewhat charismatic Reverend Danforth. It's the usual run of the mill gathering until Reverened Danforth demonstrates his ability to cure those who are suffering from an affliction. He makes a wheelchair bound women walk, a man toss aside his crutches and a blind woman see. But what he can't do is cure a ruptured appendix....but he can use his charm to sway his listeners to believe what he wants them to hear. The only people who aren't falling for this are: The Ingalls, The Gravey's, Doc Baker and Reverend Alden. Because of this distraction, Reverend Alden is now in jeopardy of losing his position at the Walnut Grove Church. An out of town delivery brings Charles to the tent of Reverend Danfoth where he sees a repeat of miracles performed on the same people he witnessed back in Walnut Grove. Which leads to a confrontation I've been praying for. Did Harriet Oleson forget how serious having acute appendicitis is? Anyone else happy that Anna's name got dropped and Reverend Alden still acknowledges his nuptials? Will Matthew Dobbs start to trust science more even if it still comes out of Doc Baker's mouth?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Preacher Man  - The Driver Era

Salvation  - Cranberries 

Keep the faith  - Bon Jovi 

Sleeping in - - The Postal Service

Heal - - Tim Odell

How to disappear completely - Radiohead 

Possibly Maybe - Bjork 

Life Goes On  - The Beatles

The Weight -  The Band

Everybody Plays The Fool - The Main Ingredients

An aging wrestler, Milo Stavroupolius, is once again out on another job of swindling the country folks with his shady manager and brutish counterpart. Sadly, this is the only job Milo can do that gets him the money needed to take care of his wife. It's a routine job that is until the newest contender happens to be from one certain little town of Walnut Grove: Jonathan Garvey. And the town is excited, so much that everyone heads to the fight and places bets. Milo receives devastating news causing him to turn over a new leaf and do the right thing. Milo gets a moment to relive his glory days, come out as a hero, but doing the right thing will come at a steep price. How long has Milo been working with his shady manager/promoter Jimmy Hart? With this being a somewhat Jonathan Garvey centric episode, Why was Ali G only in ONE scene? Does this episode have an happy ending?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Wildflowers - Tom petty 

THIQUE - Beyonce

New Model No.15- Marilyn Manson 

Wicked Little Town (Hedwig version) - Stephen Trask/John Cameron Mitchell

In The End - Linkin Park 

What A Girl Wants - Christina a

I’ll Be Around - The Spinners

Home - Diana ross

It's Halloween in Walnut Grove and, unfortunately, Laura and Albert have decided not to recycle their old Lake Kezia Monster costume. Instead the duo has opted to dress up as someone's culture. In preparation for the long evening at Nellie's Halloween costume party, the two are sent to take a nap. And it's in Albert's dream we witness not only how incredible "realistic" Laura's costume making skills are but also we see how Albert was able to save himself, Laura and a made up town. What a waste of a Halloween episode. How many chickens did Laura need to make that headdress? Why couldn't we have had a mystery episode that took place at the party? If you had to pick between this episode and The Godsister to watch on repeat, what would you do?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

This is Halloween - The citizens of halloween town 

In Dreams - Roy Orbison 

White flag - Bishop Briggs

Back and forth -  Aaliyah 

Side to side - Arianna Grande 

Crucified - Army of lovers

Maybe God’s Tryin To Tell You Something - Quincy Jones 

Reverend Alden has always watched over his congregation in Walnut Grove with nothing but admiration. And while none of that has changed what has is his attitude when he is told he is loved "the way a woman loves a man." by this episode's resident widow: Anna Craig. We start to see an another side of the Reverend we've never been privy to. It's also a side that seems to clash with Harriet's feeling of how a Reverend should behave. In fact Harriet goes out of her way to prevent this romantic relationship from happening. Even going as far as contacting Reverent Alden's Manager/Superiors/ General Synod of the Church to try and get him cancelled. While the church does send someone to investigates Harriet's slanderous accusations, it's Harriet who is forced to deal with her own feelings of love and church. How long has Anna Craig been a widow living in Walnut Grove? Does Harriet need a reminder of what "making love" actually entails? Does Mr. Oleson know much of Harriet's life before their meeting?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Better Off Dead - Elton John 

Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life - Monty Python 

Story of My Life - Social Distortion 

7 Rings - Ariana Grande

Flowers - Miley Cyrus 

No Place I Rather Be - Clean Bandit, Jess Glynne

As long As You Love Me - Backstreet Boys 

Grow Old With Me - Tom Odell

I Like Boys - Todrick Hall

Better Man - Pearl Jam

Mary and Adam have done it; they're going to start a family. At least that's the news they are sharing with everyone...including Adam's estranged father who lives in New York City. And upon receiving the news, Giles Kendall makes his way to Walnut Grove and meets his new extended family. Making up for lost time Giles Kendall decides to 1) offer Adam the chance to attend Law School in NYC all expenses paid 2) Have Adam and Mary live with him and 3) Spoil the grandchild with many opportunities and experiences that would not be tangible in Walnut Grove. And while Mary and Adam are excited about this new opportunity, Charles is on the fence, fearing he would never see his daughter again as well as never see his Grandchild. Once the plans to move are settled, things take a turn for the worst and the newlyweds are left having to tackle a heartache that hasn't been felt on Walnut Grove before: the loss of a Pregnancy. Can you Imagine Mary walking the streets of New York City? How many Students attend the HIB? Now that Albert has demonstrated proficiency in wood work and basket weaving, what new project/hobby will he pick up next?

Spotify Playlist episode track list 

I’m Not a Virgin  - Poe

Red Red Wine - UB40

Breathing _ Ariana Grande

NYC - Interpol

Work it - Missy Elliot

We’re in this Together - NIN

Walk of shame - P!nk

I Swear - All-4-One

Toby Noe makes an unexpected visit to Walnut Grove on his way to Frisco and the Ingalls play host while he's there. As Laura gushes over another boy, Jason Brooks, at school, Toby Noe starts to gush over the Spinster Amanda Cooper. However, shyness and solitude are the major obstacles to overcome in this episode. Following the bad dating advice of Albert, Toby Noe must do something he has never done before to win the affection of Amanda Cooper...re-invent himself, aka sober up and find a job. Also following the bad dating advice of Albert, Laura now has only her father and brother to dance with at the upcoming Spring Dance. It's not until Toby Noe, investing in a little liquid courage, tells Amanda what he truly thinks of her that Amanda starts to realize there is a man out there who loves her. And realizing it's never too late to start fresh Jason Brooks, inspired by Toby and Amanda, asks Laura to the dance. Where did Amanda Cooper get her cat Percy? How come we got a second episode featuring Toby Noe? Do people have a tendency to flee when the Widow Mumford is around?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List 

NO - Meghan Traitor

Dummy  - Portugal. The Man

Somewhere That’s Green - Ellen Greene

Rock of Ages - Jimmy Needham

Bumble Bee - Meryn Cadwell 

The Game of Love - Santana w/ Michelle Branch 

D.J. Girl - Katalina

Young Folk - Peter,Bjorn and John 

Amazing Grace - Aretha Franklin

Million Reasons - Lady Gaga 

Please Don’t Go - KWS

Moo! - Dojo Cat

Dance Me to the of Love  - Kate Gibson

Outside of Walnut Grove lives a man named Issac Singerman. He's a widower and now also an empty nester as his only son moves out to NYC for marriage. Why did the son have to leave for marriage? Because he was following Jewish tradition. Lonely, Issac meets Albert and invites him to be his apprentice at his woodwork shop but also to have some company. Albert starts to learning many lessons from knowing Issac Singerman. Some of those about how good a person can be and some on how bad a person can be. Enter Mr. Larabee, Walnut Grove's biogot in residence, who once again demonstrates his ability to hate on just about everything. His return also signifies the apples don't fall far from the tree when we're also introduced to Mr.Larabees offspring. However, there are more important lessons Albert learns from Issac Singerman with one of the hardest being having to say good-bye forever to someone you love. Why doesn't anyone say the name of Issac Singerman's son? Based on just their front porch, How finically set are the Larabees? Is anyone else a little relieved Carrie didn't have any lines in this episode?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ---------------------

God Help the Outcast - Hunchback of Norte Dame

Issac - Madonna

Whistle - Flo Rida

Painters - Jewel

Saved Bt The Bell Theme - TV Themes

Horns - Bryce Fox

Fraidy Cat - Juicebumps

NAILS - Noga Erez

Cosmic Love - Florence + The Machine

Depending On You - Tom Petty

It finally happened...They made Carrie the lead character in an episode. Charles, persuaded by Jonathan Garvey, decides to take on a month long employment with the new Telephone system coming into the area, leaving Caroline alone at home with the kids...once again. With Charles gone and everyone busy, Carrie is not sure where to be without getting potential injured or yelled out.  Eventually Carrie is sent out to play on her own far away from home.  This is where she meets Alyssa, the type of person who makes your vision go all hazy when she's around.  Together these two proceed to go traipsing into worlds unexplored by Carrie and just be free.  Meanwhile, that promising job Charles and Jonathan Garvey are working on is is anything but.  With a pushy boss  promising a bonus if the work is completed on time and a very questionable chef with a thing for potatoes managing the work crew...this job site is surviving. When the job is completed Charles returns home and Carrie tries to introduce her special friend. It's a long run episode that feels like a long run episode.  Why doesn't Carrie have any friends around her own age she can hang out with? Where did Shaughnessy get his distillery set-up? What was really in that flower Alyssa gave Carrie to huff...smell?         

Spotify Playlist Episode Track list:

Hard on Me  - Tom Petty 

Suppertime - Little Shop of Horrors 

Big Girls Don't Cry - Fergie

I Know a Place - MUNA

You Can Do It - Ice Cube

Don't Dream It's Over - Crowded House

I Dreamed a Dream - Susan Boyle

Hanging On The Telephone - Blondie

Do You Believe in Magic - The Lovin' Spoonful

Dear Jessie - Madonna

Heaven Is A Place On Earth - Belinda Carlisle

I Like To Move It - Reel 2 Real

Telephone - Lady Gaga ft. Beyonce 

Picking up exactly where the previous episode left off, the trek back to Walnut Grove from Winoka with Mary, Adam and the blind students moves on.  Harriet continues to share her impertinent opinions about Joe Kagan and gushes how excited she is to meet a fellow philantorpisht in Miss Hester Sue Terhune.  That's until Harriet finds out that Hester Sue is not a St. Louis Terhune but a Pascagoula Terhune.....oh, and Hester Sue is also a Black woman.  As the caravan continues to travel the rocky mountainous terrain of the prairie, a young boy named Samson traveling in the group starts to explore the rocky terrain of life when he inquires why Mrs. Oleson hates him and Joe Kagan. Let's also not forget there is another river to cross and Adam Kendall was starting to show signs of distress with the previous body of water.  As we cut back and forth between long takes of the traveling wagons and group we also get small vignettes of what's been happening back in Hero Township.  And before we know it the entire episode is over, while Harriet overcomes the town's lone bigot she and everyone else welcome the students to their new home. Do you think Joe Kagan thinks he's seen a ghost when the praiseverse blips and his wife show up as Hester Sue Terhune? Will we get to see more of Samson, Sue and Thomas now that they are residents of Walnut Grove?  Whose idea was it to wave at the blind students as they arrived? 

Spotify Playlist Episodes Tracks ------------

Back on The Chain Gang - The Pretenders

Parasol - Tori Amos

Are you There (95 Remix) - Josh Wink

Anti-Hero - Taylor Swift

Nasty - Janet Jackson

Wait for the Wagon - Tom Glazer

Samson - Regina Spektor 

Ride Wit Me - Nelly w/ City Squad

All Neon Like - Bjork

Safe and Sound - Capital Cities  

We catch up with retired boxer Joe Kagan who is still living in Walnut Grove. Or at least is getting by. After two failed attempts (thank you Harriet and other local bigot Mr. Larabee) Joe is finally allowed to attend church with the rest of congregation (A Big thank you to Mr.Oleson) Meanwhile, back in Winoka, Mary and Adam are informed the church owned building the school for the blind operates out of has been sold to none other than local nuisance Mr.Standish. With only a month before being evicted, Mary writes home for help. And help is received as Mr.Hanson’s old giant house is donated for the purpose of being the new school for the blind. While trying to out due everyone’s generosity, Harriet donates all expenses needed to fix up the house. Not only that but upon hearing that a St. Louis Terhune (a socially elite family) will be joining the Winoka school for the blind on their trip, Harriet donates all her new bed furnishings. She also decides to come along on the trip to personally welcome Mary, Adam, the students and, most importantly Hester Sue Terhune, to their new home in Walnut Grove. But they got miles to go before they can sleep in their new place and many obstacles to overcome on the journey home.  What other cherry picking does Harriet do from the holy scripture? How long is this trek from Winoka to Walnut Grove going to take with the blind students…and Harriet? Why is everyone so quiet on this long walk home? 

Spotify Playlist Episode Tracks —————— 

The Song of Solomon - Kate Bush 

Love Song - Madonna 

Hersay - Nine inch Nails 

Posion - Beyonce 

SOS - Rihana 

Somewhere - Barbra Streisand  

Three Little Birds - Bob Marley &The Wailers 

Shout, Pts 1 & 2 - The Isley Brother 

Leash Called Love - The Sugarcubes

It's finally happening!!! Mary is getting married. Leaving the kids at home, Charles and Caroline return to Winoka for their first born's wedding nuptials. And what a trip. As everyone sits around catching up, stories from Charles and Caroline's early years as parents causes Mary to question if she's capable of being more than just a wife...but a mother. When a Duststorm interrupts what could be considered the bachelor/bachelorette party, Mary and Adam are set out into the zero visibility storm to find a missing student.  This episode is called The Wedding...of course there's a Happy ending.  Is NO ONE on the series writing staff paying attention when they say the Ingalls leave Winoka on the 4th of July...return home, raise a calf, have a newspaper, then try and  have them return before the 15th of August?  Are Mary's nails just a gloss or a French tip? While the dust storm blew thought Winoka, what was happening back in Plum Creek?       

Spotify Playlist Episode Tracks: ------------------------- In Your Room - The Bangles  Too Much - Dave Matthews Band Make It Happen  - Mariah Carey Night Train - Amos Lee You're Beautiful - James Blunt I Can't Let Go - Jennifer Hudson Talk to Me - Stevie Nicks Sandstorm - Darude Grow A Pear - Kesha White Wedding - Billy Idol

When Harriet Oleson's long distance cousin moves to Walnut Grover and starts a local Newspaper, she proves that the pen is mightier than the sword especially when it's in her hands. With the power of persuasion/influence others at her finger tips, Harriet opens her own type of Pandora's box and lets loose a sting of misleads, half-truths, and questionable statements. Not only that, but the mercantile is also having weekly sales ( at the customers expense ) which again leads Harriet to be oblivious to the effects of her actions. Among the locals who are hurt by Harriet's words are new-to-the-area Erich Schiller, a young teen with parents unable to read English who happens to have earned his spot in the Spelling Bee Competition.  After Harriet is given a taste of her of medicine, thanks to typesetters Laura and Albert, she comes back in full force to attack anyone and everyone.   Which leads to Charles making a memorable sermon about what the responsibility of having the freedom of the press.  How many more family members of Harriet are going to stop by Walnut Grove?  If everyone knows Harriet Oleson in Walnut Grove, why are people trusting what she writes? How long have the Schiller's been living in Walnut Grove? The Country?

Spotify Playlist Episode Tracks ------------------------

Step on Up - Ariana Grande 

Feel Me Flow - Naughty By Nature 

War - Edwin Starr 

A World Alone - Lorde 

Ditty - Paperboy 

Spelling Bee - Missy Elliot 

Spelling Bee - Meryn Cadell 

What A Friend We Have in Jesus - Aretha Franklin 

With things at Plum Creek being peaceful, you know it's time to stir the pot. Enter Fagin, a young calf in the back of the wagon, who is gifted to Albert, from Charles, to help teach the both of them about livestock. Albert takes special interest when he learns he could win a prize at the upcoming fair by how well he raises the calf. As Albert and Charles spend more time together, Laura is once again feeling like a third wheel..and sometimes like a spare. Things finally erupt when Laura, egged on by Nellie Oleson, expresses her frustration of feeling, once again, she is losing her Pa to...a brother.  When word of this is overheard by Albert, he decides to move on/runaway leaving Laura to take Fagin to the competition at the fair.   Prior to the final round of judging for Fagin, Albert is spotted, chased, and finally, caught by Charles. And together they return to see Fagin with a blue ribbon and Laura accepting the award on behalf of her brother. Now that Albert calls Charles Pa and Laura his sister, will he really stop peaking from behind the curtain? Could Harriet have gotten any ice from the ice storage across the way for Nellie's eye or was using a the steak as a cold compression her way of showing off her wealth?  How much do you think the Ingalls will get for Fagin at auction?

Spotify Playlist Episode Tracks: ------------------------------------------

There's More to Life Than This - Bjork 

Love at First Sight - Kylie Minogue

Save Me - Aimee Mann

Tubular Bells/ The Exorcist Theme - Mike Oldfield 

Whatever Gets You Through the Night  - John Lennon

We Are Family  - Sister Sledge

Winoka hasn't proven itself to be a favorable place to live and raise a family.  With Laura being accused of sassing the boss and bullying the boss's son, Charles and Caroline are on a probation of sorts in regards to their jobs.  Jonathan and Mr.Oleson, also employed by Standish, are not fans and would rather be their own bosses.  Alice and Harriet are oblivious of how dire things are for everyone else.  The one person who seems to be having a bit of good luck/fortune is Toby Noe, the eccentric older gentleman who happens to win the grand prize in the lottery: $5,000.   And to show off his new wealth Toby 1) pays off his debt to Standish (smart move)  2) purchases a supply of fireworks for the upcoming 4th of July (giving back) and 3) tries to win Charles for the night.....they need a fuse man for the fireworks.  However, a chain of events leads Mr. Oleson and Jonathan quitting their jobs at the Saloon, Toby Noe losing everything he just won and the fireworks and lastly, Charles having a one-on-one with Mary who tells him she is a grown woman now. While Albert nurses an intoxicated Toby Noe, Mr. Oleson also intoxicated heads over to the wheel of fortune/roulette table and starts to win and young Jeff Standish with his goon friend Spencer decided to pull a Carl Sander type stunt by taking advantage of the surplus of fireworks that have been stored directly above the saloon. It's a Fourth of July Celebration like never before. 

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5 Years - Bjork 

Dancing In The Streets - - Martha and The Vandellas 

I'm So Excited - The Pointer Sisters

Fireworks - Purple Disco Machine

Green Acres Theme

Tomorrow Never Knows - Junior Parker 

One More Chance - Madonna

How Do You Spell Love - The Fabulous Thunderbirds 

John Bevin, his wife Bess, and daughter Amelia are new residents of Winoka. They had to leave their farm to find a different means of make a living.  John doesn't seem to mind living in the city except for the constant jokes he gets in regards to his size and shape. Upon witnessing the rude, offensive childish name calling done by the school kids, Amelia sets out on a path of complete denial that John is her father. Oh, John Bevins actually works at the school for the blind and Amelia attends the Livery School....that's how the Ingalls get involved in their lives.  It's not until an accident during a late evening roof repair job, which leads to John needing immediate life saving surgery, does Bess or Amelia realize how much love they have for John Bevins, the man inside and out.  If John is repairing the roof at night, how does anyone in the school sleep? What was the relationship between Amelia and John before they moved to Winoka? Will John get by just fine without his spleen?

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Impressive Instant - Madonna

Inside and Out - Feist

Say You Love Me - Fleetwood Mac

Fat - "weird Al" Yankovic

Ugly - The Smashing Pumpkins

Freak - Lana Del Ray

I Believe in a Thing Called Love - The Darkness

Sorry - Madonna

The Student body at the Livery School in Winoka is growing. They even have enough students to form their own football team and challenge the Winoka Dragons over at the Private School. And with their star player, Luke Hoskins, the Livery school might stand a chance.  Over at the school for the blind we're introduced to Tom Carlin and his father, Frank (the man previously known as Wendall Loudy...another blip in the prairieverse) and their relationship since Tom lost his sight. Adam is trying his best to get Tom to make an attempt at learning at the school; Only Tom Doesn't want to try because at home his father is less than encouraging.  It's not until star player Luke Hoskins receives a scholarship to attend the private school and Tom Carlin leaves the school for the blind does Adam come up a win-win solution for everyone, except maybe the Winoka Dragons. What games do you think Harriet likes to play? How far is Albert willing to go to win a game? What sport centric episode is next....Soccer? Golf? Polo?     

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No Scrubs -- TLC 

Theme From "The Warriors" -- Barry Vorzon 

Lost Cause -- Beck 

Guilty feat. Barry Gibb -- Barbra Streisand  

Formation -- Beyonce  

The Warrior feat. Patty Smyth -- Scandal 

With the Garveys and Olesons now living in Winoka, everyone seems to be settling in. All except Charles who hates living in the city, Caroline who is essentially living in the hotel kitchen, Alice who's trying to start a school in a Livery, Jonathan whose unemployed, Mr.Oleson is helping to manage the saloon while also housing his family inside and Harriet who has become a barmaid to send her kids to the elite private school. The only people who seem to be getting by are Mary and Adam Kendall over at the school for the blind.  Meanwhile, Albert is still up to his usually life style choices, thievery and shinning shoes.  As everyone continues to try and acclimate to the city life there is plans for Mary's Sweet Sixteen...nothing yells out happy birthday like presents, cake, cards, music and a bloodied and battered Charles. What is Harriet’s work schedule since the Saloon mostly functions at night?  Will Young Boy Standish learn that you don't miss with a Country Girl? When will Charles learn he is a Farmer not a fighter?      

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Pretty Lady - Tash Sultana 

We're Together - Blossom Dearie 

Round Here - Counting Crows 

The Waitress - Tori Amos 

Closing Time - Semisonic 

Wonderful Tonight - Eric Clapton 

Blow - Kesha 

Sixteen - No Doubt   

It's as if you opened your eyes and it's the next day.   Season 5 Begins/continues right where season 4 left off, with the end of Walnut Grove.  The Ingalls are stopping in town to say good bye one last time to whomever is still around before leaving.  With one last visit to the outhouse, the Ingallls are off on a stock footage wagon trip to Winoka in Dakota territory. And while Mary gets situated at the school for the blind,  Dreamy Adam Kendall gives Charles and Caroline a job lead and recommendation. During this interview process, Carrie is denied bathroom privileges while Laura investigates the anomaly that is Young Charles' arrival in the prairieverse. However, knowing his presence could cause destruction, Young Charles calls himself Albert and begins to fabricate his background.  While gainful employed, The Ingalls are slowly discovering the drawbacks of their new living situation. And just like dominos, following the arrival of the Ingalls, we get the Garvey's and the Oleson's.  It's a Small Town reunion in the Dakota Territory. Laura just got a massive big sister upgrade, how do you think she'll do? What other slang will Laura, Carrie and Andy Garvey pick up while at the Hotel Dakota? With everyone arriving in Winoka following the Ingalls, does that make them trendy?         

Spotify Playlist Episode Tracks: ------------------------------------------ 

Just as Long as We're Together - Prince 

West Side Story: Act 1: Prologue - Leonard Berstein 

A Wink and a Smile - Harry Connick, Jr. 

Oh Caroline - The 1975's 

Ride - BT 

Boulevard of Broken Dreams - Green Day 

It's Not up to You - Bjork 

 Fire Water Burn  - Bloodhound Gang  

It's the first day of school, once again, for Mary as she begins the Burton School for the Blind in Iowa. And while Charles is dragged into the office of an unknown man to sign paperwork, Mary is introduced to her teacher: Adam Kendall. He very quickly serves to Mary some TLA (Tough Lovin' Adam) as he works on breaking her out of her self-pity shell and tries to get her acclimated to her new world. Mary, being the top student that she is, quickly excels at all the new/old  lessons she is given.  Until finally she gets her hands...fingers on what she's really been yearning for, learning how to Read.  Meanwhile, our glimpses back at Walnut Grove show a more dire situation than before.   The effects of the Railroad on the Grange members has escalated so much the population of Walnut Grove is dwindling and fast.  When the news of Mary's return is announced it seems as though she might not have a place to return to.  However, part of her doesn't want to return home but to follow Adam into Dakota Territory to set up a school for the blind.  Mary's dream of become a teacher are no longer foolery but one hundred percent plausible...as well as a new bubbling romance with her teacher.   And to ensure his family sticks together, Charles with Caroline in on the discussion and decision making this time, decide to follow Mary and start anew in the Dakota territory (once again).  Is it appropriate for Mary to date her teacher...who also seems to have a noticeable age difference? With Mary moving on with her life, will the show now put its attention more on Laura?  Who are the recipients of this seasons's end of season awards?          

The population of Walnut Grove is about to increase with the arrival of Eva Simms' first baby! However, she's not the only one who will be increasing the population. The Ingalls house is also about to expand when it's announced that instead of going through "The Change" Caroline is actually pregnant.   While things might be going smoothly for the two pregnancies, an off hand remark made by Charles starts Caroline to revisit a dark moment in the family's past: the unexpected death of their son Charles Fredrick Ingalls.  Now Caroline is working herself up with the promise that the new baby will be a son.  Caroline even has a brief encounter with a cheiromantist that reinforces this belief as well.  However, this repeated talk of a guaranteed Son doesn't sit well with Charles who is really only looking to having a healthy baby.  In the meantime, Mary is  set to take over the teaching responsibilities for Mrs. Simms once her child is born and Carrie is trying to be a mommy all her own.  Will Lucas Simms help with changing diapers of his new sibling? How much time does Eva Simms get off from work after having her child? Will Carrie ever get a tablet of her own?  

Attorney at Law Rodger Whitehead arrives on behalf of the estate of Charles' late Uncle, Edward Warren Ingalls, founder of the Ingalls Carriage company.  News spreads quickly of the new fortune and the first to arrive to congratulate them is Harriet Olseon who proceeds to call the Ingalls her new Best Friends.  And very quickly the new financial gains are starting to pull the Ingalls in every direction even before seeing a penny of the inheritance. Charles finally gets his hands on what remains of his inheritance (after legal fees, court fees, debts paid...etc) and to satisfy the debt, an auction is set up with the only people in attendance being some of the closest friends to the Ingalls family.  When things seem at their worst that's when things shine the best for the Ingalls.   Did we just have another "Harvest of Friends" episode? What was the total line of credit that Harriet had extended to the Ingalls? Anyone else a little surprised on how quickly Charles accepted his credit line increase without even thinking about the events of "The Richest Man in Walnut Grove"?     

With a paper banner outside the house, a nice table setting (minus the flowers and water that were accidentally spilled on it) the mood at Plum Creek is one for celebration:  the wedding anniversary of Charles and Caroline Ingalls.  The only thing missing is the groom.  To pass the time Caroline relays the story of how her and Charles first meet.  And in a first time in the prairieverse we get an entire episode told in flashbacks.  Charles with his family relocate to Wisconsin and their neighbors are the Holbrooks which happen to include a young girl named Caroline.  Slowly, we see a shy Charles emerge from his shell and open up to Caroline.  Especially when he witnesses her being pestered by Harold Watson, the son of local school master Mr. Watson. And Mr.Watson seems to be into Pestering/punishing Charles as much as his son likes to pester Caroline. Between house construction, berrying picking, dance lessons, and flogging we get a simple love story of how boy meets girl on the prairie....the woods of Wisconsin.  How does one thread a seed to make a necklace? Is telling someone their parent is full of applesauce really an insult? Will there be another flashback episode that dives into the history of Charles and Caroline?     

Walnut Grove is the new home of Father and Son duo: Adam and Luke Simms.  One his first day of school Luke meets Nellie Oleson whom is immediately smitten with the young man.  Not only that but her usual solution of getting people to like her, bribery via candy, is not going to work forcing Nellie to step outside of her comfort zone.  Speaking of comfort zones, Harriet Oleson is also out of hers when she finds out her daughter is in love with the son of a Pig Farmer. Miss Beadle doesn't seem to mind the pig farmer occupation, in fact she finds any reason/excuse to head to the Simms farm to talk with Adam.  And like father, like son, these men end up with a woman by their side. While Miss Beaddle is reluctant to accept the marriage proposal that was offered to her, Nellie and Luke....sell a sow, steal a buckboard and elope to Sleepy eye to find the nearest Justice of the Peace and get married.  Needless to say Harriet with the Shotgun (the widow maker) along with Mr. Oleson, Miss Beadle, and Mr Simms head to Sleepy Eye.  And while one marriage is dissolved, after a bit of hilarity,  a second wedding takes place.  Is anyone disappointed we didn't see more of the Ingalllas in the is episode?  With the parents away in Sleepy Eye, what sort of hijinks did Willie get into at the Mercantile?  How did we get to the beginning of summer with no mention of winter taking place? 

Walnut Grove is about to collide with the real world....when real life historical figures Jesse and Frank James show up in town after a botched bank robbery.  Using the excuse of having Swamp Fever, the two men manage to remain hidden in a rental property while hiring Mary as their personal assistant to run errands in town.  Meanwhile, Mary is having a challenging time in school when she tries to understand the point of view of the Civil war from the South's Perspective.  Which gets a young fellow classmate, Bobby Ford, upset and his father isn't too far behind.  In the midst of it all, a group of Bounty Hunters have also arrived in town, with a witness, clamining to know that the James brothers are in town.  Not only that, they take over the town to try and flush out the criminals.  However, the law abiding men of Walnut Grove are remaining tight lipped about things and refuse to help.  And if that wasn't enough, Mary decides to thank Frank James (aka Andy Dobbs) for his input about the Civil War and ends up being taken hostage. Leave it to Charles and Jonathan Garvey to save Mary, free the town, humiliate the bounty hunters and let the bad guys get away.  It was 1876 at the end of Season 2 so why is it only September 1876 at the beginning of this episode in Season 4? Why is Laura barely even a supporting cast member in this episode?  Which is worse Mountain Fever or Swamp fever?  

Mary is left in charge as Charles and Caroline head out on a two day trip to Twin Falls.  It's not a luxurious suite, fancy train ride or tasty meals, but a trip away from home is still a trip for Caroline.  While Laura has to deal with Mary being the authoritative figure at Plum Creek, the surrounding area is having, what they believe to be, are attacks on barn animals by a pack of wolves.  When Laura and Andy Garvey, the son of new resident Jonathan Garvey, comer across a trapped "Dog" they rescue it and bring it home.  Only to discover what they brought home was a she-wolf and her pups. It doesn't take long before this suppose-to-be-a secret is released into the community.  With Harriet Oleson leading the charge or at least sharing the information with Judd Larabee, also a new resident whom happens to haver some history with Jonathan Garvey. Realizing the animals are not safe at his place Andy Takes them to Plum Creek.  As little Carrie calls Laure in for Dinner, the pack of animals come down and trap the Ingallas girls, Andy Garvey, two pups, a she-wolf, and Bandit in the barn.  Before long the pack finds its way into the barn, moving the group to even higher ground.  In a long shot, Bandit, is sent out the window to retrieve Jonathan Garvey and help is delivered. And what is finally reavealed to the residents of Walnut Grove this assumed pack of wolves was actual a pack of wild dogs.  Does anyone in Walnut Grove know what a wolf looks like? Will Mary ever want to be left in charge again?  Will Charles build a roof of sorts for the chicken coop? 

What starts as a playful afternoon down at the swimming hole (minus the two young peeping Toms) turns into a family nightmare when a local girl drowns.  Eloise Taylor, the young girl's mother, is distraught with grief and lashes out at everyone around here, including Laura, whom Eloise Taylor directly blames for her daughter's death.  Not even the silly hijinks of Jonathan Garvey can help lighten the mood. However, with a little time ( a day or two) Laura decides on a random act of kindness and stops by the Taylor house.  And once inside the house, Eloise starts to have visions of her daughter back from the dead...only dressed in Laura's clothes. Not only that, Eloise manages to abduct Laura leaving her stranded in the Root Cellar.  When Laura's absences is noticed all eyes turn to Bubsy, a local recluse, who happens to somehow be in possession of Laura's belongings.  Eventually, he is apprehended and questioned by Charles, Jonathan and the men of Walnut Grove but all of this leads nowhere.  In a strange twist of fate, Harriet Oleson is the one who saves the day by spilling the T about what Eloise Taylor said and did when visiting the Mercantile earlier. Will the residents of Walnut Grove find a new swimming spot? Who is Busby and why does Walnut Grove seem to know all about him? Considering how well Eloise and Cal can hit their targets, Would Ellen have been a sharp-shooter as well?          

It's the return of John Junior Sanderson...again. Out of the Blue, Mary receives a letter from her estranged fiancé in Chicago. Letting her teenage emotions take control, Mary mopes around the little house wishing she could visit Chicago...John Junior. Coincidentally, Charles is filling in as the local representative for the Grange at a convention in Chicago.  And while a free trip to Chicago sounds like fun to Caroline, she ultimately decides to give her seat up for Mary.  As well as gift Mary a dress for which Mary can attend a cotillion.  And what a trip!  From the fancy upgrades on the train to a hotel suite that could house the Little House ( plus, there are two separate bedroom with ensuite bathrooms), this trip is extravagant.  Mary does reunite with John Junior and is introduced to his Special friend Wesley Cox, who seems to always be around.  Meanwhile, Charles is slowly learning that the Grange he has always pride himself being a member of is not all it seems: Libations, debauchery, Fancy Ladies, buying votes.  It's enough to make this small town Farmer ready to head back to the small town.  Mary, also is finding out that things are not what they seem after finally confessing she loves John Junior.  Despite all the elegance and luxuries, Charles and Mary both know it's all just a facade and they are ready to get back to honest Walnut Grove.  How many times is Mary going to get to travel  by train somewhere? What choice words will Charles be having to share with the actually grange representative of his district?  Will this be the last time we hear from John Junior Sanderson?

Upon returning home from Newton/New Deadwood at the end of last season things seem to be as they were.  But this is the prairie and things never are just as they seem. A new resident has shown up in Walnut Grove, Kizia Horn, and she is living it up in a house with no walls...in fact she is living in the deserted house root cellar.  Which is making some of the residents feel a little unsure of the situation.  This of course is led by Harriet Oleson. Meanwhile, back at Plum Creek, Jack is acting a little unusual, a little run down, a little tired and sadly, passes away.  Laura is now living her life without he bestest friend.  And Charles seems to think the best solution is...A new pet. #toosoon. While Laura is dealing with her lose and the Town is wondering what to do about Kizia, we're also introduced to Jonathan Garvey.  Why?  I'm not sure just yet. And he helps to supply the a bit of humor for today's episode.  He also seems to be the only adult who is giving Kizia a chance.  And, Mr. Oleson spends part of the episode inebriated. Will Laura find a way to accept having a new dog in her life?  Does Nellie Oleson realize that she will never be an actress? Should Carrie be allowed to help prepare any more food?

The scat is about to hit the fan.   The quiet, little, affordable town of Newton is transformed overnight into New Deadwood. And it is no longer a safe place to be. In fact, things out at Shadow Creek are not as safe either.  However, this doesn't get Charles to pack up his family and head back home to Walnut Grove.  Instead he packs up the family and moves them into expanding, loud, and unaffordable place that Newton has become. And just when it couldn't get worse...Caroline starts running a school.  The cautionary tale of Zachariah has come to fruition: People change from Gold. It's only after a very grueling day that Charles decides it is time to head back to Plum Creek.  Is this where Laura's Childhood ends?  How much did Charles and Mr.Edwards actually make from their claims?  What new adventures await us upon returning to Walnut Grove?  

When it rains it pours and in the case of Walnut Grove...it's been raining for TWO months.  To try and make ends meet Mr. Edwards has a plan: the Ingalls and the Edwards/Snider/Sanderson troupe leave Walnut Grove, head East into the Dakota territory to pan for Gold.  Along the way we meet the Griffin and Delano families who are more than happy to assist and join the caravan on their way.  Laura and Carl meet an old hermit who has some wisdom to share on the affects gold can have on people.  He is speaking from experience.  Will we ever see a map on LHOTP that shows the real location of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota?  Does a covered wagon have really good sound insulation that it can drown out the sound of rainfall?  Do you think that Seth Bullock and Al Swearengen were in Deadwood the same times the Ingallas and Edwards/Snider/Sanderson passed through?

Elmer Dobkins is a shy young kid attending the Walnut Grove school who is a few years behind everyone else in school.  Which is the main reason he is picked on/teased/bullied by the older kids.  And just like Carrie White, Elmer Dobkins soon finds himself being nominated for something he never wanted: Class President.  After witnessing how his son is treated by his classmates, Elmer's Father tells him to withdraw despite Elmer wanting to now make an attempt at trying to win.  It all comes down to speeches, votes, and little bit of election history proving that a single vote can make a difference.  How many Bullies live in the Hero township area?  Will Laura be a successful campaign manager if her spelling is usually incorrect?  What other crops, in addition to corn, are being held in the Ingalls Soddy pantry/air BnB?

Anna Gilberg, a young girl with a stutter, is one person Nellie can't seem to leave alone.  Out of anger in regards to Nellie's treatment of Anna and possibly her own disappointment about her Birthday present, Laura steals a music box from Nellie Oleson's room.  Eventually caught with the music box by Nellie, Laura promises her servitude, once again, and tries to find a way out of the trouble she's in.   Olga, Ginny, Anna....What is Laura's obsession with helping Blonde hair, Blue-eyed girls? Why does it feel as though there was too much crammed into this episode?  How many doll houses does Nellie Oleson really need?         

Solomon Henry has only one desire and that's to get an education. Stowing away on a wagon, driven by Charles, Solomon arrives in Walnut Grove. It's a different world not only for Solomon Henry but also for the population of Walnut Grove....because Solomon Henry is the first Black person to arrive in Walnut Grove. Realizing his dreams of an education may not even lead to any opportunities, Solomon is left with a choice to either continue on this path for education or to head home and help out with the family farm.  How far did Solomon walk to get himself to Mankato?  Is Charles happy he is not the only guy at Plum Creek for the moment? If Laura is such a friendly person....why do all of her new friends end up disappearing?  

What starts as a surprise birthday party for Charles turns into something more dire when Mary takes a gnarly fall inside the barn.  And she is eventually sent to Rochester for a surgery.  A simple procedure becomes more difficult when complications arise in Mary's recovery. With Mr. Edwards by his side, Charles makes his way to a Tunneling camp where he finds work that pays him really well. Blinded to the world around him, Charles is determined to make sure Mary gets the BEST CARE POSSIBLE which leads to Charles transforming into someone/something horrendous and trapped inside a mountain. Will Charles's actions and behavior towards his precious Mary have sealed his fate?  Will the Rochester hospital find a better solution for financial repayment plans for its patients and their families? Should Caroline consider opening her own laundry service back in Walnut Grove?               

Amelia Stokes, for the last twelve years, has been working as a teacher on the Reservation, married a Sioux man and had a child.  But her father, Jeremey Stokes, doesn't want that information to get out when she returns to Walnut Grove. This is when Amelia's son, Spotted Eagle, is given a new name, Joseph Stokes and told to be like everyone else.  However, he isn't like everyone else making him an easy target for this week's antagonist, Seth Johnson.  As Spotted Eagle navigates this new world he's been thrown into and tries to find a way to connect with his Grandfather, things get a little turbulent.  It isn't until Jeremey Stokes witnesses Spotted Eagle stand up for himself, despite circumstances, that he realizes how much he himself has to learn and grow.  Will Amelia Stokes ever get back to teaching? Does Laura have a new fishing buddy with Spotted Eagle?  How did I never notice that Charles was left handed?   

Little Ginny Clarke is elated, not only was it her suggestion for performing plays at school accepted but she is also invited to the Oleson's parlor for rehearsals. Ginny can't wait to share the news with Harold Mayfield, a local widower who happens to see what a giving person Ginny is, and Ginny's mom, who doesn't't seem to have any time in her life for anyone including Ginny.  As the premiere date approaches, Ginny's one wish is for her mom to see her debut.  And in a moment of life imitating art, Ginny makes a bold move to get her mom and Mr. Mayfield to attend the plays. Why is the Widow Clarke so unfriendly towards everyone?  Will the Oleson's get their white picket fence fixed?  When do you think Miss Beadle will let the kids try putting on plays again?  

Mr. Edwards escorts Doc Baker to Elmsville, the location of a deadly infectious outbreak of Mountain Fever. Upon retuning home, he immediately picks up little Alicia Sanderson Edwards Snider kisses her and sends her to school. Where the student body is told school is closed, take your books, stay at home, and do not visit your friends and neighbors. Thus begins Quarantine...prairie style. But, leave it to Laura to be the one who breaks all the rules and visits patient Zero. Only to return later when she starts to show symptoms and is fearful for her family. Charles sets to infultrating Elmsville to retrieve Doc Baker and try to save the two girls. What is the inspiration for Nellie Oleson's poetry? How many loaves of bread do you think Caroline baked? Why did Mr.Edwards think taking Alicia to his cabin, located inside Walnut Grove City Limits, was the best place to isolate and care for her?

A letter from a literary publication John Jr. submitted some of his poem to has arrived with some special news: he is being awarded a full ride (Room, board, tuition) scholarship to university...in Chicago. However, John Jr. decides to turn down the free ride and stick around Walnut Grove.  As he continues to mask his true feelings to appease everyone else, John Jr. is starting to lose himself.  That's when Big Sister Mary says enough is enough.  Will Mr. Edwards realize that making a living doesn't mean you only have to break your back to do so? Did Mary realize, at any time, that she was actually a Beard?  What sort of new adventures await the young man from Walnut Grove in a place like Chicago?

It's Christmas Eve in Walnut Grove and the holiday cheer is out the window after Miss Beadle dismisses the students body for the holiday break just as the snow flurries start to deliver more than just a white Christmas....but a white out Blizzard. And it all becomes a race to locate the missing Children.  The Ingallas Girls (Carrie included) and the Sanderson Siblings (minus John Junior) make their trek home but each step towards home makes you wonder if they are even headed in the right direction.  With the heavy snowfall, a low supply of kerosine, day light fleeting and temperatures plummeting will the men of Walnut Grove be able to locate all the missing children? When will Carrie actually get to start school? Is Willie Oleson the first Walnut Grove Foodie?    

After some reluctance from Caroline and some bad advice from Mr. Edwards, Charles and Laura are off on a Father-Daughter weekend hunting trip. From leaving loaded weapons out in the open, being dragged along the forest ground, having the horse fall down a cliff side, and so much more this weekend is anything but pleasant for Half Pint. With the help of Big Daddy Shelby, who hasn't left the area around the cabin for a number of years because of his blindness, these two head out to fetch help.  Will Laura reconsider ever going on another Father-Daughter Hunting trip?  Will Big Daddy Shelby ever make it beyond the woods and visit the world?  Who brings a Doctor to the scene and doesn't bother to introduce him to ANYONE? 

Walnut Grove has some new residents living in the old Edwards shack: The Galender Brothers.  Sam, George and little brother, Bubba, all lack a little...well, civility.  After a frightening exchange between Caroline, George and Sam leads to Charles all battered up, the town is left wondering what to do. When Twisted Big Sister Mary decides to take matters into her own hands, she inspires the adults to stand up and save their town.   Should this episode have been called Grand Larceny on the Prairie? Were the Galendar Brother squatting in the old Edwards Shack or were they renting?  Is Nellie concerned that she can only make friends through bribery?

After completing some chores at the Parson's place, Laura is given a choice for payment: Cold Hard Cash OR A Spalpeen type goat... She names the goat Fred and takes him home.  In less than 24 hours,  Laura is set to task with finding Fred a home far away from Plum Creek.  And what a task it is. It's finally decided to let Fred run free and in a strange way this goat finds a way to say thank you Laura for everything she has done.  Where did Mr. Edwards learn how to distill his own alcohol? When has Laura ever had cheese made from Goat's milk? Is anyone else excited just to laugh after how intense the last few episodes have been?   

Lansford Ingalls seems to be making himself comfortable in the Hero Township area. From fixing up the Prairie Airbnb to releasing the thanksgiving turkey, things look rather pleasant for the Ingallas clan. An unfortunate accident with Bunny has Lansford deciding to head back to the Big Woods of Wisconsin....which also leads to some devastating results. Laura takes whatever Christmas funds are available and heads out to find her Grandpa. What will be eventually be on the thanksgiving menu if Tom the Turkey is back home? Will Mr. Edwards eventually give up his Chawing habit to appease Grace?  Who decided to put up a giant fence up out in the middle of the prairie?    

This episode begins out in the Big Woods of Wisconsin, we are introduced to Charles' father, Lansford Ingalls, who is dealing with some heavy feelings after his wife/Charles' Mother passes away. Charles receives the news and makes a trip home to see his dad.   He is greeted with an explosive family reunion meal at his older brother's place. And if the reunion with his brother was an indictor.....it's going to be one long night for Charles with his dad. Will we get to meet more of the extended Ingalls family in the future?  How was Charles all the sudden able to afford a train ticket all the way to Wisconsin? When does Carrie actually start school?

On Halloween night, while peering into the Oleson's windows instead of soaping them, Laura witnesses something gruesome. And what is more frighten to Laura is no one believes her about what she witnessed except Carl Sanderson. Together these two try to solve the mystery of what happened to Harriet Oleson.  Devilish fun ensues ...as much as it can out on the Prairie.  Will Laura consider a future as a detective in homicide? What other meals does Mr. Oleson know how to cook? Again, should I be concerned about Carl Sanderson?        

It's Springtime in Walnut Grove and Miss Beadle has assigned a new homework assignment: Bug Collecting. Carrie, remember her, wants to tag along in the outdoor fun and eventually finds herself trapped. Enter Wendall Loudy, a resident of Walnut Grove, is trying to turn his life around after a two decade old incident which still has Mr. Hanson fuming.    How many different species of bugs are there in the Walnut Grove/Hero Township area? If Wendall Loudy has been around for Twenty years or so, why is it the first time we ever hear about him?  Carl Sanderson, Really?

Determined to win the Third annual Hero Township horserace, Laura gets part time employment with local Blacksmith, Hans Dorfler, to help pay for some new horseshoes for Bunny.  Hearing the news Nellie Oleson, along with Harriet, scheme to get that first place prize. The morning of the big race has Laura exhausting Bunny while trying to fetch Doc Baker to save Willie. Leading to Laura being apprehensive about the race.  Bunny, with her favorite human on her back, is determined to prove you don't need racing papers to win a race.   When was the last time Charles was on screen without his shirt on? Why Doesn't Hans Drofler double the blacksmith shop as a Saloon? For claiming to be a know-it-all, why is Harriet always being played by Nellie? 

Once upon time Laura had a horse named Bunny and now has to watch as Nellie Oleson torments it. However, it's not long till the Ingalls girls are standing over an unconscious Nellie.  Feeling responsible, Laura has volunteered to help out in any way possible. After a few weeks of deceit, Laura discovers the truth behind Nellie's injuries and decides it is time to test drive Nellie's new wheelchair, with Nellie in it.  Laura's not head of the class, so why does Nellie want her as a study buddy?  What is Jason A's full last name? When did the Ingalls girls get new clothes?

 Seeing an opportunity to help improve their own well-being, at the cost of of others, Caleb Hodgekiss makes an attempt to swindle the citizens of Walnut Grove. Through his trickery he manages to develop relationships with some of the residents of the area. And it's starting to make him reconsider his actions.  When a small detail is discovered by Big Sister Mary she inevitably confronts him leading Caleb to make a final choice in regards to himself, the people of Walnut Grove and the recipients of all the donated goods. What is Reverend Alden actually sick with and should he even be traveling? Where has Laura been this entire episode? Will we ever get to see more of Maddie Bjornenson?

Questioning his faith, Charles makes a rash decisions to move the family back to Wisconsin after a tornado hits Plum Creek. Practically overnight, the Ingalls end up with a potential buyer of the property.   In fact, the buyers used to own the land and are the ones who built the Sod house. All the while a budding relationship is starting between Big Sister Mary and John Sanderson Jr.  Will Charles soon realize that he needs to listen to the womenfolk in the family first? Now that she's had the experience, Will Laura respond sooner when seeking shelter during a tornado?  Did we just finish season 2 with a relationship cliffhanger?

Returning home to Walnut Grove after twelve years away, Granville Whipple has had many restless nights thanks to his time in the Civil War.  Trying to get himself situated he offers music lessons and is making new friends around the area. Actually, he runs into the widow and orphaned son of his best friend who happened to have left years ago with Granville to enlist in the war. This unfortunately starts a chain of events that lead Granville down a dangerous path.   Will This Mother and Child reunion be enough to help Granville regain some sort of normalcy?  Should Laura reconsider her choice in regards to the musical instatement she wants to learn? This is Little House....so where is the happy ending?   

A new turnpike have been approved by the Governor and this is great news for Walnut Grove. It's also time for the Country's Centennial celebration. Unfortunately, letters start to arrive from County Clerk's office announcing everyone's property tax has doubled. Not only that but, they have a road assessment charge to pay as well. The kids in the area still want to celebrate the Country's upcoming birthday the adults not so much.  With a new flagpole, courtesy of the town's Russian family residents, the Citizens of Walnut Grove are reminded how easily it is to take certain things for granted. When will these new roads be built? Will we see a growth spurt in the Walnut Grove area?  How can it be 1876 when not so long ago Nellie was using her phonograph...which wasn't invented until 1877?      

Charles and Mary introduce us to the Widow Thurmond when they deliver a new set of China to her house.   Upon setting up a new China Hutch for the Widow Thurmond, Charles notices some home improvements that could be done and offers up his services to the Widow Thurmond in exchange for the old china set.  With one condition however...that they keep this a secret because he wants to surprise Caroline.   And leave it to Harriett to get the rumor mill going. How far is Charles willing to go to keep things a secret?  Does Laura really know the difference between Men and Women?  Exactly how many widows live in the Walnut Grove/Hero Township area? 

Receiving the news they have a Bumper crop, Charles and Mr.Edwards sign up for a freighting job that pays really well but can also be categorized as "high risk".  Just how high of a risk?   Enough to merit a $5,000 insurance policy paid to the heirs of accident victims. It's not only the fright that is highly volatile but the racial tension between two of the additional freighters. This caravan sets out on a slow trek that involves keeping a close eye for rocks, chuckholes, rising temperatures, down trees and robbers.    Will Charles and Mr. Edwards reconsider their lives as famers since it never seems to be working out for them?  Will we ever get to meet Henry Hill again? Why is Murphy a jerk even though he might have dealt with prejudices in his own life too? 

A new teacher is brought in to handle the bigger/older kids coming to class during the non-harvest season. And while his new rules to bring order into the classroom are pretty standard, his personality/attitude/character could use some practice.  Unfortunately, Laura is on the receiving end of almost every single punishment being dished out. And once again an emergency school board meeting is called to order.   With all this extra writing on the blackboard, Laura's spelling must be improving?  Exactly how old is Herman Stone?  Where did Miss Beadle go on her administrative leave?

Despite nearly burning the barn down with some pyrotechnics supplied by Wilie Oleson, Carl Sanderson along with Laura and Mary head to Springfield with Charles and Mr. Edwards to see a train.   And what an experience!  Inside a caboose unlinked from the rest of the train, this trio is on a downhill course and gaining momentum.  Communications are down at the end of the line which just happens to have a train leaving the station heading straight towards the oncoming caboose.  P.S. the President of the railroad is on this train. . After previously being struck by lightning and now this, will Laura reconsider ever doing extra credit work? Should we be worried about Carl Sanderson? Does this caboose have a bathroom on it? 

According to Caroline, it's just a scratch and some ruined stockings...nothing to be concerned about. And so begins Caroline's descent into an infection fever induced madness weekend that has her doing whatever she needs to do to survive. Will Caroline find the will to see her family again? What other Horror movie tropes do you notice in this episode?  Now that we can finally understand Carrie....will she be getting more lines? 

It's official, Mary is a Mathlete and Caroline will be a chaperone on a trip to Minneapolis to partake in a Mathematics Championship.   Even though she is happy/excited for her sister....Laura is having to deal with a case of the Green Jellies:  Her feelings of jealousy towards Mary's achievements. However, Charles decides it is time to let Half-Pint Level-up, help more around the house, and give her some much needed attention.  These two sisters are stepping into unfamiliar territory.  Will Mary's nerves get the best of her during this trip and test?  Why does Laura feel she has to always compare herself to her sister and mother?  How much weight did Charles actually put on while Caroline was away?

Laura and Nellie have come to a crossroad in their relationship when both of them have eyes for the new boy at school, Jason. Jason loves science, technology, and flying kites in the rain. However, Laura is in for a shock when Nellie reveals that she has her own copy of the newest and latest technological discovery. But it's what Nellie does with the latest technology that gets everyone's attention.  Will Laura just sit back and Listen?  Will Nellie Oleson finally take it one step too far? Did Mary really deliver an eye roll to Laura at the dinner table?       

Back at the Sanderson Estate, things seem to be moving forward for the new blended family.  Everything except the close relationship between Mr. Edwards and the eldest Sanderson Sibling: John Junior. The two of them don't seem to know how to communicate with one another. When circumstances lead to Mr. Edwards getting gravely wounded, John Jr. then has an identity crisis. Will John Jr.  prove to Mr. Edwards he is more than just a boy with his nose in a book?  Will another secret from Mr. Edwards past come back to haunt him?  Do they both realize that Minnesota is Bear Country?

The time is approaching to celebrate Reverend Alden's birthday and the Sunday school kids have collected funds to get him something extra special. While thumbing thought the mail order catalog, Laura comes across an idea... to increase the funds to get a possible better present. And somehow she connives Big Sister Mary, against her wishes, to go along with this scheme/plan. But, after Five weeks and nothing to show for it, not even a birthday present for Reverend Alden, the only thing the Ingalls girls can do is confess. Will the girls encounter any potential customers? Why is Doc Baker still in business when it seems all the residents of Walnut Grove are never sick? And why do I feel as thought I just watched a repeat/remake/reboot of last week's episode?

While out fishing, something shiny in the water catches Laura's eye and enlisting the help of a school friend, Jonah, she believes they might have struck it rich. With a bunch of hardwork needed to be done, as well as avoid letting their secret slip to Nellie and Willie Oleson, these two are getting into the Miner spirit. However, when all is said and done, a visit to the Bank gives them less than what they expected. What are a couple of gold diggers suppose to do?  Can you really wear White on the Prairie after Labor Day? How fast do you need to run to bust through a screen door?  

Julia Sanderson finds herself in a predicament when she receives the news she has terminal cancer...while also being the mother of three. And the first person she tells is Charles Ingalls.  Without a solution coming to fruition before she passes, Charles is set to task to find a new home for the Sanderson Siblings.  With time running out to find a permanent home for the children, without splitting them up, Charles is at his wit's end. The decision is even starting to put a strain on his relationship with his best friend, Mr. Edwards, and also with Laura.   Will Mr. Edwards take matters into his own hands?  Will the girls find homes for all the puppies?  Is it really Thanksgiving?    

The assignment from school is to gather leaves of the local flora.  Laura and Mary announce their family's planned camping vacation into the "hills" of Minnesota with hope of finding extra special leaves. However, leave it to Harriett, Nellie and Willie (against the opinion of Mr. Oleson) to find a means of turning a short two day hiking/camping/gathering trip into a one-of-a kind adventure. It's like Town Party, Country Party in the great outdoors....only this time there is a river and not a pond to fall in to.  Who will get the most leaves for the the school project?  Why are there Snow Capped mountains on the Prairie?  And which of our campers is a true Wilderness girl?  

With the possibility of Grace Snider and Laura being wallflowers for the Spring Dance, Caroline steps in with a little advice/input on how to get the dates they want. With less than a week to go till the dance, will these women end up using their wiles to achieve their goals?  Does Laura have a thing for boys who have the same initial for their first and last name?  Out of all the jobs that Charles is able to do, has he finally meet his challenge....by being a stand up comedian? 

Everyone in Walnut Grove knows about the big scary house on the hill outside of town and the man who lives there: Amos Pike.  Some would even say the place is haunted. And thanks to Nellie Oleson and a barking Jack, Laura is about to solve the mystery.  However, what she finds is a big old mess and a very grumpy old man who happens to have a few secrets of his own.   When the truth turns out to be more haunting than any old house, Laura must decided what is the best course of action to help her new friend.   What tough choices will Laura have to make?  Will Amos Pike turn his "haunted house" in to a dream mansion?  When will Nellie Oleson realize her teasing and taunts lack some imagination?  

This year Charles hopes the Walnut Grove Baseball team can maybe score a point against the Sleepy Eye Green Stockings and their obnoxious captain: Slick McBurney.  However, for that to happen this group of baseball misfits is going to need a miracle/pitcher.  Enter Jebediah Mumfort, who will need to get permission to from his to play. Reason being...there's gambling involved in this game. Will The Walnut Grove M's be able to dominate the scoreboard?   Will the Sleepy Eye Green Stockings share the beer they brought to the game?  Will this be a civilized sporting contest or end up an all out brawl?  It's time to Play Ball and find out.

When Walnut Grove gets its first bank, the possibilities seem endless for the town residents. However, first it has to be approved by the banker and good luck with that. Disregarding the whole don’t talk to strangers, Laura makes a new friend who she meets up with after school and after her chores are done.  Laura couldn't be happier with her new friendship and fishing buddy, that is until it's pointed out who her new friend really is.  Will Ebenezer Sprague live up to the name he was given? Will Charles get a loan to help him farm 40 more acres?  Was it worth is to actually open a bank if no one is getting help from it?  

It's report card time on the prairie and Mary is less than happy with her academic achievements.   A late night study session leads to a surprise realization that has Charles and Mary heading to Mankato for help.  While The Ingallas family is showering their scholar with compliments, the student body, lead by Nellie and Willie, are chanting the same insult over and over. It's not until Mary has a vision of the what the future could be, does she decide to accept her new designation and show off the power of her Four Eyes. 

Deja Vu.   The Ingallas are stuck in... another financial predicament when Hanson's Mill closes for an undisclosed period of time.  Good Bye two months of Pay, Hello endless ridicule from Harriet Oleson.    Charles, along with everyone in the family, is working to bring down those bills, bills, bills. But, the biggest surprise is the return of some of the one shot Walnut Grove Residents that are ready to lend a helping hand to the Ingallas.  Get your Shopping and Things-to-do list ready...it's the start of Season 2 of Little House on The Prairie.

Season 1 Finale!!! It's time to celebrate and a have a good time. And that's exactly what the residents of Walnut Grove are planning with Founder's Day:  A whole day of games, contests and Blue Ribbons.   Regular Blue Ribbons, not Pabst Blue Ribbons. There is something for everyone at Founder's Day.  Meanwhile, Charles is having a little bit of rivalry with Jim Tyler, former Bull of the Woods, who is helping out at Hanson's Mill while Mr. Edwards is on a supply run. Charles has his youth, work ethic and great attitude to get things done. Jim Taylor has years of experience as a logger and  makes it known he could sure use the help of a real Logger and not a Farmer pretending to be one.  It isn't long before these two men are feeling the tension.   Tension so thick you could cut it with a crosscut saw.  Will Charles be able to put this bull of the woods out to pasture?   Will Jim Tyler prove he's got what it takes to be the best around?  Who is going to win the most Blue Ribbons to take back home?       

The Ingallas are back home recovering from their lovely Snowcation...perhaps that's why this week's episode features the return of the boy who can eat a lot of Oatmeal cookies: Johnny Johnson. When things at home are less than appealing Johnny Johnson sets out to see the world or at least that's his goal.   With Mr. Edwards by his side, Johnny Johnson learns a few hard lessons from life experience as well as how to play poker.  However, is Mankato just the starting point for Johnny Johnson? Will he make it to Minneapolis, Chicago, New York, London, China....Milan?  Or will Mr.Edwards steer this 15 year old Ginger back and remind him there's no place like home?      

What starts with the adults reverbs down to the kids when Reverend Alden suggest a new bell for Walnut Grove. Unfortunately, arguing ensues when it can't be determined who or how the bell will be paid for. Local artist/craftsman in residence, Tinker Jones, can't hear the sounds of the anger contingents but can definitely read the body language between the groups.  When the kids take sanctuary at his home but begin to act like the quarreling adults....Tinker Jones has had enough and brings the hammer down.   With one loud crash he can't even hear, Tinker Jones has come up with a solution to unify the town once again and maybe get some peace and quiet around his house.  

New kid at School + First day of school = What could go wrong? Laura and Mary take center stage in this Nellie Olson debut episode. Caroline tries to lead by example when she encounters Nellie’s mom, Harriet Olson, but she might need to rethink her strategy. Plus, a Visitors’s day at school leads to a surprise parent/teacher conference.

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Nails, Hair, Hips, Heels - Toddrick Hall

Bomb Intro / Pass That Dutch - Missy Elliot

Why Can't We Be Friends - War

Yoo Hoo - Imperial Teen

Rip Her to Shreds - Blondie

The Ingallas family finally arrives in Walnut Grove, Minnesota on the Banks of Plum Creek. It’s time to get some oxen, load some lumber and build a house…again. Charles makes a deal to get his dream of a wheat field going, but it comes with a catch. Will Charles, Caroline and the girls loss everything after they only just got here?

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Home - Philip Philips

Poor Unfortunate Souls - Pat Carroll

Let's Go Fly a Kite - David Tomlinson

With A Little Help From My Friends - Joe Cocker

In our Debut episode of From Plum Creek with Love we’re introduced to the Ingallas family as they set out towards the prairie fields of Kansas. With rivers to cross and mountains to climb, we follow along as the family encounters wolves, bad weather, losses and gains, all in search of a place to call home.

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Wilkommen - Joel Grey

From Russia with Love - Matt Monro

River Deep, Mountain High - Ike & Tina Turner

I Can See For Miles - The Who

Hungry Like the Wolf - Duran Duran

Sisters - The Halluci Nation

Home - Philips Philips