Ep 4. Lucy Runs the Rapids

Lucy Runs the Rapids is the fourth episode of the second season of the classic sitcom Here's Lucy. The show stars the legendary Lucille Ball as Lucy Carter, a single mother trying to make ends meet. In this episode, Lucy decides to take her children on a family vacation to go river rafting in the mountains.

The episode begins with Lucy getting excited about the upcoming vacation. She's been planning it for weeks and she's finally ready to go. Her children, Kim and Craig, are also excited and can't wait to go rafting. As they begin their journey, Lucy starts to worry about the safety of the rafting trip, especially after seeing how rough the rapids are. However, she doesn't want to disappoint her children, so she tries to put on a brave face and goes ahead with the trip.

Once they reach their destination, Lucy meets the rafting instructor named Buzz. Buzz is a good-looking and confident young man who impresses Lucy. However, Lucy's nerves get the better of her and she accidentally hits Buzz on the head with her oar. Despite this rough start, Buzz assures Lucy that they'll have a great time.

The family gets on the raft and starts their journey down the river. At first, everything goes smoothly, but as they reach the first set of rapids, things start to get bumpy. Lucy, who is the designated paddle captain, tries to keep the raft on course, but they soon find themselves going off course and heading towards a dangerous waterfall. Lucy has to act quickly to save the family from certain death.

As they continue down the river, Lucy starts to feel more comfortable in the raft. She begins to enjoy the excitement and adrenaline rush of the rapids. However, her enjoyment is short-lived when the family runs into a group of hostile rafters who are determined to sabotage their trip. Lucy must use all of her wits to outsmart the rival rafters and save her family from harm.

As the rafting trip comes to an end, Lucy realizes that she had an amazing time and learned a lot about herself and her family. She also realizes that she has a newfound respect for nature and its power. The episode ends with the family back home and Lucy feeling grateful for the experience.

Lucy Runs the Rapids is a classic episode of Here's Lucy that showcases the show's signature mix of humor, heart, and adventure. The episode is filled with great comedic moments, including Lucy accidentally hitting Buzz on the head and her attempts to outsmart the rival rafters. However, the episode also has a touching message about family, courage, and the beauty of nature. It's a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone who enjoys classic TV sitcoms.