Ep 21. I'll Be Waving As You Drive Away (1)
- TV-NR
- March 6, 1978
- 48 min
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9.2 (352)
In season 4 episode 21 of Little House on the Prairie titled "I'll Be Waving As You Drive Away (1)," the Ingalls family is faced with a dilemma when Charles is offered a job in the city. Laura and Mary are excited about the prospect of living in the city and having access to modern amenities, but Caroline is hesitant about leaving their beloved home in Walnut Grove.
As the family begins to prepare for their move, tensions rise as each member copes with their own emotions about leaving. Laura is excited about the new adventures they will have and the opportunities they will be presented with, while Mary is anxious about leaving her friends and the familiarity of her surroundings. Caroline is torn between her love for her family and home and the prospect of a better life for them in the city.
Meanwhile, Charles is thrilled about the job offer and excited about the opportunities it will provide for his family. However, his excitement is dampened when he realizes how difficult it will be to say goodbye to the community that has become their family. As the family comes to terms with their decision, they must also navigate the challenges of packing up their home and saying goodbye to the people they love.
As the episode comes to a close, the family prepares to leave Walnut Grove and begin their new life in the city. However, as they say their final goodbyes, they realize how much the community has meant to them and the memories they will always have. The family drives out of town, leaving behind the life they once knew, but with hope and excitement for the new chapter in their lives that awaits them.