Lil' Bro Jason is left in a scramble trying to get something for his mom's upcoming birthday. Enter Ruthie Leland, former Walnut Grover resident who is back in the area and puts Jason to work. What develops is a friendship that starts to get Sarah Carter wondering "who does this woman think she is?". However, Sarah comes around when she realizes Ruthie's visit to Walnut Grove might be her last. Why did Ruthie Leland leave Walnut Grove in the first place? Did we really see our first adult woman on the prairie in pants? Are Sarah's Daddy issues starting to becoming Jason's mommy issues?

Spotify Playlist Episode Track List ——————

Dressed For Success - roxette

Blue - Eiffel 65

I Wish - Skee- Lo

Better Than Fine - Fiona Apple

Fly - Nicki Minaj, Rhianna

Follow My Riddim (Ben Human Mix) - Maxwell Implosion

Growin' up - Bruce Springsteen

All Is Full of Love - Bjork

The Best Things In Life Are Free - Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross

Lovin' You - Minnie Riperton

Suddenly Last Summer - The Motels

Laura's and Alamanzo's dream of expanding their family is short lived with their newest edition ends up having a short shelf life. In her grief, Laura blames Doc Baker for the lose causing him to become the episode's social pariah. However, when Baby Rose's life is in jeopardy Doc Baker is called in. Despite her grudge, Laura realizes how far Doc Baker will go to save his patients and help his friends. How many recycled storylines can you count in this episode? What was in Doc Baker's concoction he used to drown his sorrows? Why is no one concerned that Jenny has never been exposed to small pox?

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(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear - Elvis Presley

Call Me Irresponsible - Frank Sinatra

How Do You Do - Roxette

Blister In The Sun - Violent Femmes

Out Of The Woods - Taylor Swift

Foolish Games - Jewel

Ghost town - Benson Boone

Stay - Maurice Williams

Without You - Mariah Carey

Please Don’t Go - Double You

Thanks to the sleuthing of Doc Baker, Albert's substance abuse is exposed. Charles is in denial the problem is severe until an incident at school proves him otherwise. Understanding the root of all their troubles, Charles is ready to delivery some TLC (Tough Loving Charles) to get his son back. Prior to the detox, how long had Charles planned to stay in Walnut Grove? When did hiding a key under a door mat become a thing? What else is going to happen with Mathu since we know he's still with Mr. Edwards?

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Deeper and Deeper - Madonna

Heartbeats - The Knife

Mood Swings - Little Smiz

Cleanin' Out My Closet - Eminem

I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For - U2

The Perfect Drug - Nine Inch Nails

I Try - Macy Gray

Nowhere To Run - Martha & The Vandellas

I’d Die Without You - P.M. Dawn

The Tip Of The Iceberg - Owl City

I Don’t Like The Drugs (But The Drugs Like Me) - Marilyn Manson

Charles returns to Walnut Grove hoping to avoid a prison sentence for Albert for some juvenile deliquiencey. It’s not only the petty crime, Albert has also lost interest in the all the things that use to motivate him. Also, his behavior has started to frighten people. What no one knows however, is Albert has a dark secret that even in a place like Walnut Grove you can't hide from. Why do I fee like I got Charles overlaod in this episode? Am I the only one curious to know how Carrie is doing? What safety practices/standards should they be implementing over at the mill?

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Feels Good - Tony! Toni! Tone!

Wrong - Everything But The Girl

I’m Not a Juvenile Delinquent - Frankie Lemon and The Teenagers

Oh Daddy - Fleetwood Mac

What About Your Friends? - T.L.C.

Who Can It Be Now - Men At Work

Dark Secret - Matthew Sweet

Pour Some Sugar on Me - Del Leppard

Laura, with a little push from Almanzo, has begun turning her childhood memories into a novel in the hope of winning a writing contest. When those dreams seem to come true, Laura is caught up in the world of publishing. However, there's a catch and Laura's simple homespun tales are soon morphed into grand epics of survival. Leaving Laura left to wonder "Did I really live like that?". How many of the students were familiar with Laura's teaching methods? Is Almanzo watching Baby Rose all by himself? Anyone else surprised Laura didn't get sued for breaking a contract?

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Manuscript - Taylor Swift

Puttin' on the Ritz - Taco

The Meek Shall Inherit - Rick Moranis, Michelle Weeks, Tichina Arnold, Tisha Campbell

2 a.m. - Matchbox 20

Diamonds and Pearls - Prince

Green light - Beyonce

Read U Wrote U - Rupaul and Cast of Drag Race All Stars, Season 2

Recently released brothers Cole, Bart and Lonnie Younger are determined to relive their criminal glory days. Only problem is they never had any to begin with. Through miscommunication and mistaken identity this bumbling trio manage to have an entire episode about their shenanigans and we, as well as Mr. Edwards, are along for the buffoonery. What did the Younger Brothers do that had them incarcerated for so long? How much does it cost for a room with a bathtub? Where did Cole Younger come from since he can survive multiple dynamite blasts?

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Boots and Boys - Kesha

Glory Days - Bruce Springsteen

Bad Reputation - Avicii feat Joe Janiak

Ghost town - Madonna

Whenever, Wherever - Shakira

Whole Lotta Love - Led Zeppelin

No Diggity - Blackstreet, Dr. Dre and Queen Pen

Everything To Everyone - Everlear

Ka-Boom Ka-Boom - Marilyn Manson

Take Me Away - Avril Lavigne

We finally get to know a little more about the Carter family when Sarah's newspaper tycoon Dad, Elliot Reed, arrives in town. It's hard to miss him because he attempts to take over and manage his daughter's life. However, his over domineer character clashes with everything and everyone, leaving Elliot to face some realities about his own life choices. Where else have the Carters lived? Is anyone EVER going to stop Harriet from listening in on private phone conversations? How quick is installation for a brand new telephone line?

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Local God - Everclear

The Globe - Big Audio Dan

This is it - Huey Lewis & The News

We Didn’t Start the Fire - Billy Joel

Tomorrow - Aileen Quinn

Telephone Line - Electric Light Orchestra

On My Mind - Ellie Goulding

About Damn Time - Lizzo

Oh Father - Madonna

Independent Woman Pt. II - Destiny's Child

I Will Always Love You - Whitney Houston

Jenny Wilder is, once again, pulled out of the water unconscious. Unfortunately this time she is left with some lasting effects from the incident. Despite the opinion of Doc Baker and a number of big city doctors that Jenny will never recover, the senior doctor in the Walnut Grove area, Doctor Marvin, believes otherwise. Separating Jenny from an over-protective Auntie Laura, Doctor Marvin helps Jenny with her rehabilitation. Leaving Jenny to return the compassion her friend has shown in his own time of need. Where is Doctor Caleb Ledoux? How many doctors does a place like Walnut Grove need? Who is in charge of the classroom: Miss Etta Plum or Nancy?

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Scream and shout - will.i. am and Britney Spears

Going to California - Led zZppelin

Hope is a dangerous thing for a woman like me to have - Lana Del Rey

I Love a Rainy Night - Eddie Rabbit

I feel like going home - Charlie Rich

Guilty - Teddy Swims

Up Down and Touch the Ground - Jim Cummings

Crying - Bjork

Bird Set Free - Sia

Give Peace a Chance - John Lennon

Get Happy - Ella Fitzgerald

Getting Better - The Beatles

Fight Song - Rachel Platten