Airdate: 3/1/79
Ben wakes the entire house up a 3 in the morning with a real
shocker: he’s married! He and his new bride, Cindy, had gotten married in
Maryland - or should we say eloped
– because he was in love and just couldn’t wait (without making a “mistake”).
Everyone is speechless at first, but when John has a heart-to-heart he’s miffed
that his son didn’t tell anyone beforehand; Ben rejoins with the accusation
that everyone thought Cindy was a hussy and would be against the union.
Once the smoke clears Ben finds himself arguing more often
with Cindy herself, on topics ranging from the new curtains she’s made for
their new room in John-Boy’s old shed, to the record player she bought with
money he claims they don’t have. After she decides to leave, having had enough
of his bossiness and lack of listening ability, things simmer down once Grandma
imparts a few words – and techniques – of reason.
Milestone episode adds a new Waltons girl to the family –
knockout LeslieWinston as Cindy Brunson Walton, whom I’m sure Ben portrayer
Eric Scott had no problem having kissing scenes with – and there are a number
of them in this episode. Great choice to have Ben come in and announce the
marriage at the top of the sow; it’s in keeping with his character and saves us
the usual pomp and pageantry of a Waltons wedding, which we’ve had already and
will have again in the coming years.
Winston had done appearances on Quincy and B.J. and the Bear before
landing this role, which she kept until the end of the series. Welcome to the
family, Cindy!
Subplot involving a sculpture Corabeth remembers better than
it actually is pales by comparison.
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