When Did This Happen...?

When Did This Happen...?

I suppose there's always going to be footage that just doesn't make the cut. That seems to be the case with the following snapshots of Paul and Evie. For those who were wondering about that romance-in-the-making...I think your hunches were correct. Just inhale then exhale as you view these shots and let your imagination soar!

No paranormal influence here...maybe it be God's will.

Hmmm...

During which episode of Miracles do you think these scenes should have occurred?

What's the romantic story behind them?

Looks like who?

Just a little break for some TMoOD fun.

You be the judge.

Does Jacob look like his Mom or his Dad?

I've morphed the parents individually to their son, Jacob. Many said this before, here's the proof that he does look like his --

Mom?
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or Dad?
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Need to see more?
Click to see the complete morph sequence and see for yourself.

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Abby's Visit

I just can't stop writing! I aplogize in advance if this story is corny.

A continuation of "We Have a Son, Daniel"

Abby’s Visit

Two weeks after Abby and Livy spoke on the phone, Abby was convinced she needed to show Ray’s family that she was a good sister to Livy, and it wouldn’t hurt to see if Livy was really as happy as she said she was. She decided to call Livy and make plans to visit for a few days. Livy thanked her and couldn’t wait for Abby to come.

Livy couldn’t help but feel uneasy after the phone conversation. Abby was going to help her? How much help would she really be? Livy knew she was going to be watching and judging Ray and her.

That night in bed Livy had told Ray about the two previous phone conversations with Abby. She felt uncertain about Abby’s intentions and wondered if she would be at all helpful when visiting. Ray shared his concerns about Abby getting Livy upset so soon after giving birth. Livy promised Ray that she would not let Abby hurt her and would speak up if she felt criticized.

A few days later Livy was preparing soup and sandwiches, Abby should be arriving soon and Ray would be coming in for lunch. Just then Ray walked in the kitchen door. He saw Livy standing by the stove. He remembered the day he and Hank dug the swimming hole, she wouldn’t let him near her. Now he could touch her any time any place and she would melt in his hands. He eagerly waited for the day when Livy felt better and they could make love as husband and wife. He walked up to Livy, hugged her from behind, and kissed his wife on the back of her neck, Livy smiled and leaned into Ray. Then he walked over to his son and was about to pick Daniel up when there was a knock at the door. They both agreed that it must be Abby.

Ray walked over and opened the door; Abby was startled to see Ray, but was able to spurt out the words, "Congratulations, I here you have a beautiful son." Ray smiled and said, "Thanks, come on in, it’s cold out there."

Abby walked in and put her suitcases down near the staircase. Ray took her coat to hang it up, "I’ll help you bring your bags up later, we’re about to have lunch."

Livy called out to Ray, "Honey, is that my sister?" Ray was so happy she called him honey in front of her sister. "Yup" he answered smiling. Then he motioned for Abby to walk in front of him into the kitchen.

Livy and Abby hugged, "I am so happy you are here." "Me too" said Abby.

Abby smiled, "So where is my nephew?" Livy went over to the cradle and picked up Daniel, who smiled at his mamma. She placed him in Abby’s arms. Abby gasped, she fell in love with him right away. She sat down at the kitchen table and stared at her nephew. "You’re right, he is beautiful, the most beautiful baby boy I have ever seen." Ray and Livy smiled at one another.

Then Abby continued, "I’ll help you with whatever you need, besides", looking at Ray, "I’m sure your sister has her own family to care for."

Ray spoke up, "Martha is family, besides she doesn’t mind, that’s what family does. But were glad to have you here. We can use all the help we can get." Ray surprised himself more than he had surprised Abby. He had to say that. Abby never helped Livy when their mamma was sick, yet she was Livy’s family. He wanted Abby to know that as long as he was around, she was not going to insult any member of his family. Ray put another setting on the table, for Abby. "You gonna have lunch, Abby?"

"Sure" Abby responded looking at Ray, giving him a fake smile, she didn’t realize that a simple farmer could make such a quick comment.

Livy also smiled, she couldn’t believe Ray said that. She was very proud of him; she would have to thank Ray for that later. But she had to break the awkward situation. "Abby you can stay in the same room as before. Ray put fresh sheets on the bed."

The three of them ate lunch and spoke about what a wonderful, beautiful and smart baby Daniel is. After lunch Livy and Abby cleaned the kitchen and Ray brought Abby’s suitcases up to Martha’s old room.

While Ray was upstairs, Abby looked at Livy, she couldn’t believe how bad Livy looked. Her sister would have been caught dead in an outfit like this back in Denver. Sure she just had a baby, but Livy could wear a nicer dress, put her hair up or even put on a little makeup. She had turned into a real farmer’s wife. "I brought some extra makeup and some dresses I no longer wear. I’m sure you can’t wait to get out of these clothes."

Livy couldn’t believe what Abby just said. Her own sister just insulted her. Livy remembered what she promised Ray. She wiped the table, without looking up she said, "Thanks Abby, but I don’t have time to put makeup on, I have a house, husband, and baby to care for. I’ll save the makeup for when Ray and I go out at night. But I’ll check out those dresses, whatever I can’t use I’ll give to Ruth, she’ll love them.

They heard Ray come down the stairs, "I gotta go back to work. I’ll be back for dinner." He picked up Daniel and raised him in the air, then he kissed his son on the forehead and said, "I’ll see you later little man." He put Daniel back down and walked over to his wife to give her a kiss, Livy leaned in first, and kissed Ray. "See you later, honey." she said.

Abby thought about her father, She never remembered their father putting fresh sheets on the bed, or playing with them as children, or even kissing their mother in front of others.
After Ray left, Abby looked at Livy, "Honey" she asked. Livy smiled, then began to blush, and giggled, she was in love. Abby rolled her eyes and laughed.

"So Abby, what did father say about his grandson." Abby looked at Livy, she didn’t want to hurt Livy’s feelings. "He’s happy, he’s happy for you and Ray and Daniel." Truth was he was surprised Livy had decided to stay on the farm, he was certain she come back to Denver the moment the opportunity presented itself. He was equally surprised that any man had accepted her and the baby, he must be a very lonely man.

Livy frowned, "Doesn’t he want to meet his son-in-law and grandson? He cares more about the people in his parish than his own children."

Before Abby could respond, Daniel started to cry, Livy walked over and picked him up. She carried him into the living room. Abby followed Livy and sat with her. As she nursed her son she said, "Don’t worry, no matter what mistakes you make in life your daddy and I will never abandon you. We will always forgive you because we love you."

"Father loves you, he’s just hurt. He wanted a certain life for his daughters. When you spent the night with Edward, well, he didn’t want that life for you."

"So he sends me away to marry a man I don’t know. Thankfully Ray is a good and honorable man, who loves and accepts me no matter what mistakes I have made. Father would have never accepted mom if she had done that."

"Well I don’t think mom would have ever been that stupid." Abby suddenly realized what she said, she could believe she just said that. "Oh Livy, I didn’t mean that."

Livy looked up and stared at Abby, her face becomming red with anger. "Is that what you think I am, stupid, Stupid for sleeping with Edward, stupid for falling in love with Ray, stupid for staying on this farm, stupid for not dressing like you. You and dad left me alone to care for mother, I was alone. Now here I am with a loving husband and a child." Abby tried to respond, but Livy was so angry she wouldn’t let Abby get a word in edgewise, "Ray’s family has never once judged me. Martha and Hank welcomed me into their family. Martha has helped me and has been like a mother and a sister to me. That’s the only reason you came to help, you were jealous."

Daniel had finished nursing, "I’m going upstairs to take a nap with my son. I’ll be down a little later to start dinner." She walked up the stairs leaving Abby alone on the couch.

Abby just sat there in shock, she could not believe Livy just spoke to her like that. She had never seen Livy that angry before. She didn’t mean to say Livy was stupid she was trying to defend father. But Livy was right, Father is a minister, he of all people should have forgiven Livy. Abby felt awful, she wanted to apologize to her sister, but she didn’t want to disturb her nap. Maybe she should leave, but that wouldn’t solve anything. Abby walked around the house, not sure what to do.

Meanwhile Livy lay upstairs, unable sleep. She could not believe she just spoke to Abby that way. She was surprised Abby did not leave or march up right after her screaming. She had never felt that angry before, but Abby was out of line. That was her own sister down there, the one person who should always be on your side. Livy realized that she used to be like Abby, then she came to live on this farm with Ray and his family. She realized that she could have been living at home jealous of her sister and Kent. She thanked God for the direction of her life. She thanked God for sending her to this farm, for sending her to Ray. She decided to forgive her father and sister even if they never apologized or accepted her and her family. Tears rolled down Livy’s faced as she held Daniel in her arms and watched him sleep.

While Livy and Daniel were upstairs sleeping, Abby had checked out the house. She saw little bits of Livy’s decorating style throughout the house. It was then she realized she was not just on any farm, but her sister’s farm, in her sister's home. She decided to keep busy by cleaning the house and folding laundry she found in a basket. After she had done a fair amount of cleaning she decided it was time to start dinner. She had watched her mother cook and considered herself to be quite a talented cook, she just hoped her city cooking would satisfy a farmer.

Ray walked in the front door, to as quiet hosue. As Ray walked into the kitchen, he noticed the table was set for dinner. He looked quite confused to see Abby in her fancy outfit cooking in front of the stove. She reminded him of Livy on her first day on the farm. The smell of Abby’s cooking filled the air, he was surprised at how good it smelled. "Where’s Livy and Daniel." Abby looked at Ray, not sure what to say, she began to cry, Ray just stood there, mouth open, not sure what to do.

"She’s upstairs sleeping with Daniel. We had a fight, I said some terrible things. I don’t know if she’ll ever be able to forgive me."

Ray sighed as he sat on a kitchen chair. He knew something like this would happen. Abby continued, "I didn’t know what do while Livy was upstairs, so I started cleaning, folding laundry, then I started dinner. But now I'm thinking that I should leave. I am so embarrassed."
Ray thought for a moment, then began to speak, "Abby, you're family, families forgive one another, families don’t abandon each other when they make mistakes. You and Livy are sisters, sometimes you’re gonna have a fight, as long as you forgive, accept, and love one another, that’s all that matters. Not a day goes by that I wish my brother were still alive, If he were here I'd tell him everyday that I love him. Abby listened to Ray’s words. She understood why Livy fell in love with him. She was wrong about Ray. He may be a farmer, but he was not at all simple. Livy was right, Ray had a genuine goodness about him, a wisdom that went beyond her own small world. She felt better after hearing Ray’s words.

Abby wiped the tears from her face, "Ray, I was wrong about you. I am very sorry. I have misjudged you from my first visit. Livy is lucky to be married to such a good man. I never officially welcomed you to our family." She walked over to Ray. Ray stood up not sure what Abby was going to do. She kissed Ray on the cheek and said, "Welcome to our family." Ray blushed, and said, "Thank you"

Livy had awoken from the smell in the kitchen, she looked at the clock and realized she had over slept. Who was cooking? She was about to bring Daniel down stairs when she heard Abby and Ray talking. She had heard their whole conversation. Livy began to cry. Her sister and husband were getting along. She couldn’t have asked for anything more. Did Livy her correctly, Abby cleaned, folded laundry and cooked? Livy was shocked, she had misjudged Abby helpfulness.

Livy practically ran down the stairs with Daniel in her arms. They heard Livy coming, Abby walked over to the stairs. Abby and Livy looked at one another, with tears in their eyes they hugged one another, with Daniel in the middle.

Ray watched from the kitchen. He smiled, at the sight of his wife and her sister reconciling without using words. He wondered what Livy had said to Abby to make her cry? What had Abby said to make Livy so upset? He wanted to know, but knew that his wife would tell him tonight in bed. Livy loved talking to Ray and telling him whatever was on her mind. He loved listening to his wife talk to him in their bed, while he held her in his arms.

Eventually Abby and Livy made their way back into the kitchen. Ray looked at Abby, trying to break the ice he said, "Smells good, maybe you can give my wife some cooking tips." Livy playfully hit Ray on the arm and laughed. They all sat down to eat, as a family.

Recent Magazine Article

From a recent issue of Inside TV magazine. Also showed a picture of Skeet with his son, Jacob, taken at the West Coast ITW premiere.

INTO THE WEST star's heartbreaking divorce
Skeet Ulrich should be on top of the world right now: His new miniseries, Steven Speilberg's ITW attracted an astounding 21 million viewers its first weekeend. But at the New York premiere on June 6, the Scream star revealed to Inside TV that his personal life is falling apart. "I don'thave a wife anymore," Skeet, 35, said sadly.

He's been separated from his wife of seven years, British actress Georgina May Cates, 30, since October 2004. On April 18, Georgina filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. She is seeking spousal support and joint custody of their 4-yr. old fraternal twins.

It was love at first sight when they met at an Oscar party in L.A. in 1996. "She tapped me on the shoulder...the second I saw her eyes, it ran through my head, 'I'm gonna marry her'," Skeet (who was born Bryan) has said. "Like she had been my best friend in a past life and we had so much catching up to do."

Now his focus in on getting his son and daughter through the divorce. "The most exciting thing is shaping theri lives," he's said.

Members in the house

Better late than never--I've meant to welcome new members this weekend but real life got in the way.

We've got two more officially initiated TMoODers added into our growing list of Skeet enthusiasts. I am mighty pleased that they've come out and expressed their desire to join and be part of the team.

• lgl
• Susan

as the usual TMoOD cheer goes-- Welcome and have fun here!

NOTE: No, your eyes aren't playing tricks on you today. Yes, I've made some changes again on the site, expanding the page a bit more to accommodate a bigger sidebar and therefore, a bigger Skeet slideshow.

Can't recall when you've read something on this site? There is also a site search feature now added to make your navigation for previous entries quicker and hassle-free.

The page may take some time to load initially (due to bigger graphics, a resized slideshow, and loaded toolbar) but once you've got the page loaded, this should make coming back to the page easier. Please be patient.

I've moved things around, so feel free to accustom yourself to the new look.

I am clueless....help!!!

I think I signed up.... but have no clue what I am doing. Hopefully with time I will figure it out, cause I love Skeet and think this place is great!

Susan

We have a son, Daniel.

Livy's first conversation with Abby after giving birth to Daniel.

It had been three days since Livy had given birth to Daniel, three days since Livy realized that Ray loved and accepted her no matter what her past held, three days since she confessed her love for her husband. Livy decided to call Abby and tell her she was now a mother. As she nursed Daniel she pondered what she would say to Abby.

Abby never helped her take care of their mother, nor did their father. Livy was hurt, but had no choice. She knew that society called for her to leave her schooling, she was single, while Abby was the married one. Abby had a home and husband to care for. Last time Abby was here she tried to get Livy to come home and lie about Ray’s treatment of her. Livy knew that Abby could spread rumors about Ray, and portray Livy as a battered wife. She could not do that to Ray. At that time, she cared for Ray but could not see herself as his wife, especially in the intimate sense.

Now she was eager to tell Abby how things have changed, how she and Ray loved one another and Daniel was their son. Livy had never known any man to be as kind and good-hearted as Ray. Most men would not accept a wife who had given herself to a stranger, let alone accepts a child that they did not father. Her own father certainly would have never done that. She was certain that Kent would not have either, no matter how much Abby praises him. It made sense to Livy why she had difficulty accepting Ray’s love, she had never known a man like Ray before.

Daniel finished nursing and Livy put him down for a nap, Ray just left to work in the fields. Martha and Ruth wouldn’t be here for another hour. She decided this was the perfect opportunity to call her sister, she pulled a chair up to the phone.

After a few rings, Abby picked up the phone. "Hello"

"Abby, It’s Livy, we have a son, Daniel."

Abby was silent for a moment, not sure what to say. She was overjoyed that she was an aunt, but those words, we have a son? Did she mean her and Ray? Last time she was there Livy was not in love with Ray, but obliged to stay on that farm. How could Livy stay with him, she had so many dreams to pursue, how could she stay on that farm?

"Congratulations, but what about Edward? What about your education, your future? I thought you were going to come home to have the baby?"

"Abby this is my home now. I have fallen in love with Ray, and he loves me, he is my future. I didn’t think it would turn out like this, but it has. I’ve never been happier." Livy then went on to tell Abby all that had happened since she was here last. Livy told Abby about Ray’s attempts to win her heart, Edward’s letter, Ray profession of love, the ring, the night Daniel was born.

Abby took in all of Livy’s word. As Livy spoke she thought about her visit to the farm. The farm was nothing like their home in Denver. It was a run down house, with no neighbors in sight. How could father expect Livy to live like this? Sure Livy made a mistake, but how much punishment would she have to endure to have her father’s love and acceptance back. When she saw Ray for the first time, she was expecting him to be an older man. He wasn’t old, but he was definitely a simple farmer, how could he provide a good life for her sister, let alone a baby. What kind of life could he offer Livy? All she could think about, was trying to explain to her friends how her sister, a budding archaeologist, is now a simple farmer’s wife? It was just too embarrassing!

As Livy continued talking Abby realized she hadn’t heard Livy sound this happy in so long. Abby knew Livy was lonely ever since she had to leave school to take care of mother. Since Livy was unmarried it made sense for her to put her education on hold. Abby was married and had her own house and husband to take care of. How could anyone expect Abby to help? Besides she had certain social obligations to fulfill.
Now Livy is married, happily married, as it seems, and a mother.

"You sound very content, I am happy for you." I am happy for all of you." I can’t believe you had the baby already. I can’t wait to see my nephew. Are you alright, has a doctor checked on you?"

"Ray’s sister Martha and Dr. McCutcheon both came over to help with the delivery. It was amazing giving birth to our son in the same house in which his father was born. Martha and Dr. McCutcheon showed me how to nurse Daniel and take care of him." Livy continued, "Martha and her daughter Ruth have been coming over to help, they should be here soon."

Abby couldn’t help but become a little jealous. "Sounds like you’ve got all the help you need."

Livy responded, "Martha has three children of her own, she’s a pro at motherhood. I’m thankful that I have her and Ruth to help me. But, I still wish you were here." Livy continued, "Oh Abby, he is so beautiful, I can’t wait for you to meet him. Please tell father that he has a grandson."

"Father will be so happy to here about Daniel." At least that’s what Abby hoped, but she didn’t want to hurt Livy’s feelings. "I’ll try to get there as soon as I can, with Kent still at war it’s pretty lonely here. I just might stay for a few days to give you a hand."

Before Livy could respond, Ruth and Martha were at the door. "Abby, I have to go, Ruth and Martha are here. I’ll call you soon."

"Give my nephew a kiss for me. Tell Ray I said congratulations."

"I will, thanks. Talk to you soon, bye."

"Bye." When Abby hung up she began to feel emotional. She was happy that Livy was a new mother and found love in a marriage of convenience, but jealous of her relationship with Martha. It seemed that Livy was now the one with a home, a husband, and a family, while she sat in an empty house waiting for her husband to return home. It just didn’t seem fair to Abby.

New member alert

After many failed attempts on signing up and almost giving up--I am very pleased to Welcome our newest member of the team-->

• JoJo

We are glad you persisted and now, such sweet success! You are now an official TMoODer!

The Emmys

We somehow knew this was coming-didn't our instincts just tell us so? We hoped and we wished, we stood behind SU wanting this for him probably more than he did for himself. But, we knew in the back of our minds we were going to be up for a disappointment. And now it's here for sure.

After reading that 36-page list of nominations, today will definitely not be a good day for the TMoODer--I am sure it will define my day today. Now I ask-- Why didn't he/it get nominated at all???

I can't answer that question.

For in my mind, I only have one and only one contender. That pretty much says how much TV I've seen before, during and after TMoOD. The nominated names in the category where SU or TMoOD should have been are such established names, you'd immediately think, what were his chances there?

What can I say?

No matter what the list says, in my heart and mind, the movie DID make an impact on me (and 18 million+ viewers alike) and Ray & Livy were impressionable characters because of the actors who played them. So impressionable that they still live and continue on in our hearts and minds.

And this is something that will not change in how I feel about this movie.

I continue to hope that SU will get the breaking chance to be recognized for his talent one day and waiting for that one day will be something to look forward to in the future.

New Sign-ups

I've sent quite a number of invites out to those who have requested to join. Three have already accepted and we are hoping the others will follow through and be successful in signing up into the blog.

• Daisy16
• Jeanne
• Mande

We are pleased to have you aboard! WELCOME TO THE TEAM~!

The Wild Wild West

I guess taming the west was like taming Jethro's wild hair, those eyes, that laugh and his addiction to booze.

He's very well played the bad guy role here. Do you think it would have turned you off seeing him like this for the very first time? would it have turned you into a fan not knowing his other projects?

He's downed a lot of liquor in less than half an hour in this episode--

I think it would have not mattered to me because I can still see the real Skeet in some of the scenes like in this one...

The fall of Jethro

Our Skeet fix was shortlived.

But--we can still make it a last a little bit more.

Some of you may have seen Episodes 1 - 3 a number of times already but there are some who have not, so I am still posting some more pictures for everyone (yes, including you who have watched him countless times already--LOL).

We've seen him from an innocent looking adolescent from episode one to a gold obsessed father by episode three. Hard life and easy money can poison even someone who has a kind and decent heart like Jethro.

thinking of a better life..

eager and curious, unaware of what's in store for him

I think this is the point where he's turned for the worse when he decided gold digging is the easy way out to giving a better life for his family.

His obsession even turned him into a very persistent and convincing person here-or he just didn't give Thunder Heart Woman a choice.

Once he's set his mind, there's no turning back.

Next...more on the wild Jethro....

Lunchtime Confrontation

...This is what we imagine taking place after the 'tractor scene'..where Livy tells Ray that her sister wants her to deliver the baby in Denver. Many of us have said that this scene left us hanging, and we wondered what happened at lunch after Livy dropped her bombshell.
*this is in collaboration with pbright and skeetrfan

Livy turned and left the barn, sorry that Ray was upset with her for talking about going to Denver to deliver the baby. She sighed heavily....she was nervous enough about the actual birth, and knowing she hurt Ray's feelings didn't help at all. She looked out across the farm as she walked back up to the house. She can see the different crops in each field, looking like a huge patchwork quilt. A small smile crossed her face...at least now she recognized what was growing out there!

In the kitchen, she washed her hands, ready to fix some lunch. She stopped for a moment, stared out the window, and thought how her life had changed since coming to the farm, since marrying Ray. She is so torn! On one hand, she believes she might have a future with Edward. Surely once he knows about the baby, he will move heaven and earth to get to her, to claim them so they can become a real family.

But on the other hand, she was beginning to have feelings for Ray. She can't stop thinking about dinner that night at Hank and Martha's. When Ray mentioned the excavation of Troy, she was stunned! She was touched that he sought to learn about the things that meant so much to her. Then when they got home, and he reached to take her face in his hands, she had bolted! She wanted to give in to that kiss, she was so longing to be held and loved. It was all so confusing, these emotions he had stirred in her! She wanted to be a good wife to him, she really did. She could see his warmth, his caring. Lord knows, she was becoming aware of him as a man, and as her husband. She thought about what it would mean to be a real wife to him. She blushed, and tried to banish these thoughts from her head as she hurried to prepare his meal.

Out in the shed, Ray muttered to himself. He felt so frustrated! He has been so patient, and he is trying so hard. He curses himself for giving in to his heart and trying to kiss Livy the other night. He had vowed that he would make this marriage work, that they would grow to love each other. He was certainly beginning to realize the depth of his feelings for Livy. He wanted to nurture that, all the while wooing her slowly, to let her see that he would be a good husband and father. Now he feels so dejected....isn't the farm good enough for her? And more important, isn't he?

The more he thinks about Abby and her visit, the angrier he becomes. She was downright rude! She cruised in here unannounced, and he had welcomed her into their home. Then she left, without saying good-bye or thank you? He might be just a farmer, but even he had been brought up with better manners than that! And how did she repay their hospitality? She stirred up trouble, and high-tailed it out of here, but not before she tried to persuade Livy to go back to Denver to have the baby.

He banged his knuckles on the tractor wheel, cursing at the pain. He stands up, throws his rag down, and kicks at the dirt. Damn it all...he is mad at himself, not because he cares for caring for Livy, but for allowing her to see it. How can he face her now, knowing she does not have the same feelings for him, that this arrangement is not working out?

At the kitchen table, lunch is waiting, getting colder by the minute. Livy watches Ray as he walks slowly to the house, head down, shoulders slumped. Franklin walks by his side, as if he senses his master's sadness.   Livy is afraid she has pushed Ray too far this time, that he will tell her it is time for her to leave. But she is still proud. She squares her shoulders and puts on a pleasant smile.....

While Franklin settles on the porch, Ray comes in and hangs his hat on the hook. He rolls down the bib of his overalls, and washes up at the sink. He stalls, in no hurry to sit with Livy and make small talk while he is still smarting over her news. Finally, he joins her at the table. He prays over their meal, and refusing to look at her begins to eat. It is an awkward meal, with neither of them speaking, but stealing glances at each other. They are both aware of the hurt Abby's visit has caused. The only noise is the scuffing of chairs, the clink of silverware against dishes and lots of sighs.

Finally, Livy clears throat and with forced cheerfulness tries to tell Ray the news from Denver. He continues to eat, chewing thoughtfully, but not commenting on her nervous chatter. Finally, she broaches the subject they have both been avoiding. "Ray, about going to Denver. You know, it will be much better for me to deliver in a hospital....." It is that sideways look, the way he bites his lip -- that stops her in mid sentence.

His fork clatters as he drops it to his plate and he fires all of his questions at her. "All right, Livy, answer some things for me. Why did your sister leave so suddenly? And just who's idea is it to go to Denver? You know, my mama had all 3 of us kids in this house! Isn't that good enough for you? If Abby is so worried about you, why didn't she just take you with her? Why are you still here?"

He pushes his chair away from the table and takes his dishes to the sink. Standing at the window, he is not happy that he has lashed out at Livy. He just needs to know where things stand between them. With a lump in his throat, he asks the question he is most afraid to have answered. "Are you coming back home after you have the baby?"

Stunned at Ray's outburst, Livy is speechless. She is wounded by his remarks, thinking maybe he doesn't want her to come back. After all, how could he could love her after the mistake she has made in getting pregnant out of wedlock? Knowing she had just sent another letter to Edward through Abby, her face burned with shame.

Ray is extremely hurt, as Livy's silence is all the answer he needs. He takes his hat, and opens the door, looking out across his land. Quietly, he asks Livy one last question. "Did it ever occur to you that I would like to be there for our baby's birth?" He shuts the door without looking back at Livy, and walks out to the barn, Franklin again by his side.

Dreams & Schemes - ITW3

I must say that the series gets interesting as it progresses. It is too bad that Jethro's character doesn't make it past the third episode--more like 45 minutes (per PP5's count) at the most on this one. However, he did make such a remarkable and very convincing performance in making his character memorable in the limited time he's on the series.

Jethro's character is complex in a sense that he's gone through a very adverse change in personality. It is sad to see him go downhill from this episode but boy was he undoubtedly good at this one!

They won't be showing the fourth episode this weekend but I think they will re-run the three episodes instead. So forty five minutes doesn't mean lesser screen caps, actually to the contrary, it was difficult to just narrow it down to a few choice shots.

Here are the last of the good Jethro persona. By the way, the very first shot of him you can already tell he's lost that 15 lbs he once mentioned in an interview.

One of his defining moments as the loving uncle to Jethro's kids-here he animatedly tells them a bedtime story.

One of the tmooders (and maybe the rest of you as well) had made note of this scene where Jethro takes off his boots.

I, on the other hand noticed this once again...

The back slide slap --that's an SU classic

More to come...