Ep 14. Second Honeymoon
- TVG
- January 23, 1956
- 25 min
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8.5 (276)
Lucy and Ricky's marriage has always been full of ups and downs, but in season 5, episode 14 of I Love Lucy, the couple decides to take a second honeymoon to rekindle their romance. The episode begins with Lucy feeling unappreciated and bored with her life, so she decides to plan a surprise second honeymoon for her and Ricky.
Before the trip, Lucy and Ethel decide to buy new outfits for the occasion, and Lucy even tries to teach Ethel how to act like a sophisticated woman. However, their efforts are in vain when they discover that Ricky had planned an entirely different itinerary for their vacation.
The couple ends up at a rundown cabin in the woods, where they soon realize that they forgot to bring food and supplies. The cabin is infested with mice, and the only source of entertainment is a handheld radio. Although Lucy is disappointed with the accommodations, Ricky is thrilled to be away from the hectic life of show business.
As the couple spends time in their rustic surroundings, they begin to reconnect and reminisce about their past together. They cook meals over a campfire and take leisurely walks in the woods. However, their peaceful vacation is interrupted when they run into a group of hunters who mistake Ricky for a bear.
The hunters chase him through the woods, and in the chaos, Lucy accidentally starts a forest fire. The couple must work together to put out the flames and get back to their cabin safely. Through their shared experience, they realize that their love for each other has only grown stronger over the years.
At the end of the episode, Lucy and Ricky return home from their second honeymoon, rejuvenated and in love once again. The couple is grateful for the time they spent away from their busy lives, and they vow to never take each other for granted again.
Overall, season 5, episode 14 of I Love Lucy is a heartwarming story about the importance of taking time to nurture a relationship. Lucy and Ricky's second honeymoon teaches them that sometimes the simplest pleasures are the most satisfying, and it is the bond between two people that truly makes life worth living.