Rose tries to conceal the fact that she is dating Dr. Jonathan Newman, a little person.

Dorothy's becomes involved with a married coworker; her housemates disapprove.

Rose makes a mistake when she allows her boyfriend to spend the night with her.

Rose explains to her daughter why she has so little money to leave in her will.

Even man-hungry Blanche finds it difficult to tolerate her niece's promiscuous nature.

Sophia decides to live in California with Dorothy's sister Gloria.

Rose tries to conceal the fact that she is dating Dr. Jonathan Newman, a little person.

John-Boy becomes the target of public indignation when he insists on printing excerpts from Hitler's "Mein Kampf.".

A night prowler panics Walton's Mountain, threatening the success of Jason's money-raising town dance.

John-Boy sells his Walton's Mountain acreage to meet printing-press payments; Mary Ellen faces a career crisis.

In an effort to save Brock and Barbra Jean from losing their home, Reba and Van buy their house and rent it out to them.

After the family makes fun of Reba's poor eyesight, she secretly gets laser eye surgery, which leaves her temporarily blind.

A court-mandated anger-management session goes from bad to worse for Reba, Brock, Van and Cheyenne when Barbara Jean joins the fray.

A physical reveals that Reba has high blood pressure; Van asks for Brock's advice on anniversary gifts.

Reba and Barbra Jean overwhelm Cheyenne with advice when she plans her second wedding to Van; Cheyenne tries to call off the wedding.

Reba is rushed to the hospital after collapsing at Van and Cheyenne's non-wedding; Van and Cheyenne question their marriage.

Barbra Jean shows off her new sleek figure and staunch dedication to the gym, which Brock fears is about spending time with her male trainer.

Houston's premier real estate agent contacts Reba and Van for a meeting, exciting Reba but concerning Van that he will be her assistant.

Blanche's professor tells her that she can pass her course easily, in return for unsavory favors.

Blanche, Dorothy and Rose vie for a charity award while fighting the flu.

Rose must look for work after she loses her grief-counseling job.

The roommates welcome Rose's recently blinded sister, whose independent manner is deceptive.

Upon returning from their second honeymoon, Richard and Emily attend the customary Friday night dinner, but an angry Lorelai refuses to see or speak with Emily.

When Rory spies Logan out on the town with another girl, she immediately regrets their agreement to date other people.

When Stars Hollow's oldest resident dies and leaves his house to the town, Luke volunteers to help turn the house into a temporary museum.

Katie helps plan her brother's proposal atop Machu Picchu. When the proposal is ruined by spontaneous Chef Carlos, Katie enlists Carlos to help her find the most romantic spot in all of Peru.

When a travel agent who is up for a promotion is directed to forgo her tropical vacation and visit the world-famous Ice Hotel, she discovers her sacrifices are more than compensated.

Jenny feels an instant attraction to the handsome best man, Craig, at her sister's wedding. But her hopes of romance are quickly dashed when she is introduced to Craig's plus one, Lana.

Liara goes to Italy and impulsively buys the villa where her parents met. She soon learns she is in way over her head and must ask a lawyer-turned-handyman to help her renovate.

Dorothy needs surgery after injuring herself during tap dancing lessons.

Blanche falls for a handsome and successful businessman but is unsure whether she wants to take on the responsibility of his young children.

Blanche's professor tells her that she can pass her course easily, in return for unsavory favors.

Blanche, Dorothy and Rose vie for a charity award while fighting the flu.

Rose must look for work after she loses her grief-counseling job.

The roommates welcome Rose's recently blinded sister, whose independent manner is deceptive.

Dorothy needs surgery after injuring herself during tap dancing lessons.

Blanche falls for a handsome and successful businessman but is unsure whether she wants to take on the responsibility of his young children.

Mary Ellen announces her engagement to David Spencer; Dr. Curtis Willard arrives at Walton's Mountain.

Mary Ellen reconsiders her wedding as her relationship with Dr. Willard deepens; the doctor vanishes with clinic funds.

Jim-Bob enters a race on Ike's motorcycle; the Godseys decide to adopt a child. Directed by Richard Thomas.

Reba and Barbra Jean overwhelm Cheyenne with advice when she plans her second wedding to Van; Cheyenne tries to call off the wedding.

Reba is rushed to the hospital after collapsing at Van and Cheyenne's non-wedding; Van and Cheyenne question their marriage.

Barbra Jean shows off her new sleek figure and staunch dedication to the gym, which Brock fears is about spending time with her male trainer.

Houston's premier real estate agent contacts Reba and Van for a meeting, exciting Reba but concerning Van that he will be her assistant.

Van builds a new home office in the garage so he and Reba can be more productive, but Reba has a difficult time juggling family and the additional workload.

Kyra moves back in with Reba, who catches her drinking; Brock and Barbra Jean confess that they let Kyra have an occasional beer in their house.

Reba and Van end their real estate partnership; Barbra Jean auditions to be the new weather girl at a local TV station.

Reba deals with Kyra and Cheyenne, who are at odds because Kyra feels her sister can not get enough of the family spotlight.

Blanche fears she may be pregnant, but is actually going through menopause.

The girls move into a Miami Beach hotel; they dress up to attend Burt Reynolds' movie premiere, only to be caught in a hotel raid, mistaken for prostitutes and dragged off to jail.

Dorothy begs Blanche to go out with her ex-husband, Stan, but becomes jealous when the couple hits it off; Sophia and Rose begin selling sandwiches on the Boardwalk but inadvertently make an enemy of another vendor.

A neighbor dies shortly after having a heated argument with Rose.

The reaction of Logan's parents' to Rory and Logan's relationship shocks Rory; when Sookie is placed on bed rest, Lorelai calls on Luke to serve as the interim chef at the Dragonfly Inn.

Rory studies up on Logan's father (Gregg Henry) before beginning work for him as an intern; Lorelei sees a side of Logan that makes her worry about Rory's involvement with the Huntzberger family.

Rory is stunned by the performance review she receives from Logan's father, Mitchum Huntzberger; Lorelai has mixed feelings when the travel article featuring the inn hits the stands.

Sparks fly between a young woman and her ex-boyfriend when they work together to save her family's general store.

A woman inherits an inn from her grandparents.

Natalie tries to bring feuding neighbors together in her new condo building. Her unexpected ally is the building's super who prefers to avoid getting involved.

Seven years ago, Kim made a connection with a stranger during an eclipse event. Now a fledgling news reporter, Kim returns to Illinois for this year's eclipse, unaware that their paths may cross again.

Blanche panics when her father reveals his outlandish plans for the future.

Dorothy, Rose and Blanche reminisce about how they all came to live together.

Blanche fears she may be pregnant, but is actually going through menopause.

The girls move into a Miami Beach hotel; they dress up to attend Burt Reynolds' movie premiere, only to be caught in a hotel raid, mistaken for prostitutes and dragged off to jail.

Dorothy begs Blanche to go out with her ex-husband, Stan, but becomes jealous when the couple hits it off; Sophia and Rose begin selling sandwiches on the Boardwalk but inadvertently make an enemy of another vendor.

A neighbor dies shortly after having a heated argument with Rose.

Blanche panics when her father reveals his outlandish plans for the future.

Dorothy, Rose and Blanche reminisce about how they all came to live together.

The oldest living Walton, Aunt Martha Corrine, disrupts the family member's lives when she comes for an extended visit.

Bad weather, calamities and emergencies threaten the family's plans to honor Olivia with a Christmas gathering.

John-Boy is drawn into the controversial election of a sheriff; Grandpa opposes the capture of a lone wild horse.

Van builds a new home office in the garage so he and Reba can be more productive, but Reba has a difficult time juggling family and the additional workload.

Kyra moves back in with Reba, who catches her drinking; Brock and Barbra Jean confess that they let Kyra have an occasional beer in their house.

Reba and Van end their real estate partnership; Barbra Jean auditions to be the new weather girl at a local TV station.

Reba deals with Kyra and Cheyenne, who are at odds because Kyra feels her sister can not get enough of the family spotlight.

Kyra posts a video of Van on the Internet; Reba advises Brock to make a romantic gesture in order to save his marriage.

Barbra Jean suspects that the station's new intern was brought in to be her successor.

Reba discovers that Brock has been living secretly in the garage for several days to spend time apart from Barbra Jean.

Reba finds the perfect first home for Cheyenne and Van, but Cheyenne discovers that her high-school rival is selling it.

Rose's daughter and Dorothy's son visit their mothers at the same time.

Rose, Blanche and Dorothy take a vacation at a resort that doesn't live up to its reputation.

While Dorothy is laid off from teaching, she finds work at the same museum where Blanche goes to work.

Dorothy and Blanche contrive an answer to Rose's personal ad.

Lorelei is stunned to hear Rory's plans for the future and turns to Richard and Emily for help, but soon realizes that Luke is the only person she can trust.

When word spreads that Lorelai was the one who proposed, Luke is embarrassed; Lorelai, still angry at Rory for dropping out, tells Emily and Richard that they can care for her now.

Rory begins to serve her community service working with a road crew; Lorelai and Luke debate fixing up the house or buying another.

Montana rancher Hank learns that he's the last heir of the late King of Merania and has inherited the throne. His daughter Kelly convinces the reluctant royal to step in as king, so the country can keep its independence.

Katherine, an ad executive, endures the worst Valentine's Day date of her life. On her walk home, a gypsy weaves a magical spell on her. When she wakes up the next morning, she realizes she's reliving the day until she finds the right man.

Sonia moves to Chicago to be with her boyfriend and starts a new radio gig. When her relationship ends, she confides in a competing shock jock and the two become rivals. When they are forced to work together, they find they have a lot in common.

Hannah's favorite reality show takes over The Cookie Jar. When the producer is found dead, Hannah and Norman team up to track down the killer. Chad invites Hannah to court. Stars Alison Sweeney, Victor Webster, and Barbara Niven.

Rose befriends Dorothy's former college buddy (Lois Nettleton), not knowing that the woman is a lesbian.

Blanche has trouble dealing with her father's plan to marry a much younger woman.

Rose's daughter and Dorothy's son visit their mothers at the same time.

Rose, Blanche and Dorothy take a vacation at a resort that doesn't live up to its reputation.

While Dorothy is laid off from teaching, she finds work at the same museum where Blanche goes to work.

Dorothy and Blanche contrive an answer to Rose's personal ad.

Rose befriends Dorothy's former college buddy (Lois Nettleton), not knowing that the woman is a lesbian.

Blanche has trouble dealing with her father's plan to marry a much younger woman.

Grandma refuses to share church-organist duties with her arch rival; restless Olivia resolves to make a change in her life.

An unconscious early memory of Elizabeth's returns as a dream to haunt the entire household and endanger her life.

Erin decides to elope after her parents refuse her permission to marry; Jason runs into problems managing Ike's store.

Kyra posts a video of Van on the Internet; Reba advises Brock to make a romantic gesture in order to save his marriage.

Barbra Jean suspects that the station's new intern was brought in to be her successor.

Reba discovers that Brock has been living secretly in the garage for several days to spend time apart from Barbra Jean.

Reba finds the perfect first home for Cheyenne and Van, but Cheyenne discovers that her high-school rival is selling it.

Kyra tells Reba and Brock that she is postponing college to tour with her band; Cheyenne and Van cannot agree on how to decorate their new house.

Reba drops by Cheyenne and Van's house unexpectedly; Barbra Jean has a meltdown during her weather report.

Van and Cheyenne must move back in with Reba after he starts a fire at their house; Barbra Jean considers a job offer.

Reba discovers that her husband is leaving her for his pregnant girlfriend and that her 17-year-old daughter is pregnant as well.

Dorothy feels sympathy for Stan when he tells her he's going to have open heart surgery; however, that sympathy fades when she learns of his many infidelities while they were married.

The roommates swoon over a TV actor Patrick Vaughn who is appearing at their community theater.

Rose becomes convinced she is dead after suffering an esophageal spasm; after this experience she decides to live for the day.

Dorothy and Rose agree to baby-sit a group of children, but one set of parents fails to claim its child.

Excited about catering the wedding, Sookie pressures Lorelai to set a date, but Lorelai won't commit.

Sookie tries to reunite Lorelai and Rory by asking them to be godparents to her children, hoping they will make up at the ceremony, but they fight instead.

Richard confronts Logan's father and Emily argues with Logan's mother during the big DAR bash thrown in Emily's honor.

During World War II, the father of an unwed mother (Keri Russell) marries her off to a farmer (Skeet Ulrich) who will raise her baby as his own.

Nora discovers the best ice cream and hopes to land them as a client. Her sweet dreams hit a snag when her former colleague James has the same idea. Old sparks begin to melt the frosty tension. Stars Taylor Cole, Ryan McPartlin.

Despite a trial separation, Lauren pretends to still be with her husband, Kevin, to placate her overbearing mother. The ruse may be just what the couple needs to finally work on their marriage.

Two travelers become linked when a snowstorm grounds their flight in Buffalo. Paige desperately needs to find a way to New York City to meet her fiancé's parents, and it's up to Dylan, a fellow passenger and a guy she can't stand, to get her there.

Sophia takes action when a depressed, gun-toting Santa Claus threatens to ruin Christmas for her and her housemates.

For Sophia's birthday, Dorothy flies her sister Angela in from Sicily, Italy, as a surprise; Dorothy's the one who's surprised when Sophia's reaction is that of disgust.

Dorothy feels sympathy for Stan when he tells her he's going to have open heart surgery; however, that sympathy fades when she learns of his many infidelities while they were married.

The roommates swoon over a TV actor Patrick Vaughn who is appearing at their community theater.

Rose becomes convinced she is dead after suffering an esophageal spasm; after this experience she decides to live for the day.

Dorothy and Rose agree to baby-sit a group of children, but one set of parents fails to claim its child.

Sophia takes action when a depressed, gun-toting Santa Claus threatens to ruin Christmas for her and her housemates.

For Sophia's birthday, Dorothy flies her sister Angela in from Sicily, Italy, as a surprise; Dorothy's the one who's surprised when Sophia's reaction is that of disgust.

Grandma's medical bills and the mill's deterioration force John to work in Charlottesville.

For Erin Walton, graduation day from high school, which is an event that most people regard with great pleasure, seems to be the most painful day of her life.

John-Boy is determined to create a memorial to mark the day that the Jefferson County Doughboys returned from the war.

Kyra tells Reba and Brock that she is postponing college to tour with her band; Cheyenne and Van cannot agree on how to decorate their new house.

Reba drops by Cheyenne and Van's house unexpectedly; Barbra Jean has a meltdown during her weather report.

Van and Cheyenne must move back in with Reba after he starts a fire at their house; Barbra Jean considers a job offer.

Reba discovers that her husband is leaving her for his pregnant girlfriend and that her 17-year-old daughter is pregnant as well.

Reba takes a stand when a pregnant Cheyenne is kicked out of high school but Van is allowed to stay to help the football team make the championships.

Reba discovers that her daughter's obstetrician will also be delivering the baby of her ex-husband's mistress.

Ally, a final contestant on a dating show, must face her high school sweetheart when she is chosen for the Hometown Date.

Claire travels to Brazil and hires Danny, a riverboat captain, to help her deliver an important message for her sister Amelia, a marine biologist studying pink dolphins on the Amazon River.

Strangers Kelly and Parker both end up on the same Italian cruise, but after missing the boat during a stop, they're forced to team up and race across southern Italy to catch up.

Erica, an American translator, secretly revises a novel set in Barcelona. Everything is fine until bookstore owner Nico invites the credited author, Anna, to the city for a book-signing.

Philadelphia mechanic Johnny learns his estranged father is a duke. The duke surprises him, as do his feelings for advisor Prudence.

Lt. Callie Jackson returns home after a military tour to find her late grandfather's barbecue joint is struggling, but she has a run-in with a TV director who teaches her that sometimes it's best to look forward instead of looking back.

Hope Morgan sets out to begin a new chapter of her life-fulfilling her childhood dream of running a ranch in the picturesque town of Ruidoso, New Mexico and reviving the beloved Giddy Up Gala.

Best friends Naomi and Marcus participate in a Valentine's Day mocktail competition but things go awry when Cupid interferes with a love potion that affects Marcus and several of their friends.

The roommates reminisce about the adventures they have shared.

Dorothy becomes romantically interested in Frank Leahy, a fellow teacher whom she later discovers is a priest.

Angela Petrillo pays a return visit to Miami, making her sister's life miserable.

After attending a sorority reunion, Blanche considers having a face lift.

One of Dorothy's pupils may face deportation, and she feels responsible.

The roommates reminisce about the adventures they have shared.

Dorothy becomes romantically interested in Frank Leahy, a fellow teacher whom she later discovers is a priest.

Angela Petrillo pays a return visit to Miami, making her sister's life miserable.

After attending a sorority reunion, Blanche considers having a face lift.

One of Dorothy's pupils may face deportation, and she feels responsible.

Van and Cheyenne must move back in with Reba after he starts a fire at their house; Barbra Jean considers a job offer.

Reba discovers that her husband is leaving her for his pregnant girlfriend and that her 17-year-old daughter is pregnant as well.

Cheyenne tries to hide her morning sickness from Van; Reba's neighbor refuses to let her son sleep over.

The football players think they're doomed when Cheyenne serves the wrong kind of potato salad at the traditional pregame dinner.

Reba's ex-husband becomes jealous when she calls a plumber to fix a faucet; Cheyenne "moons" Van's teammates.

Kyra does not want to spend time with her father since it includes Barbra Jean; Cheyenne and Van plan to move out.

When an actor (Luke Perry) who makes Westerns visits a Montana dude ranch, a woman (Emmanuelle Vaugier) realizes that he's actually a city slicker who knows nothing about being a cowboy.

Lily travels to Scotland with her mom and reconnects with Logan, a childhood family friend. Unbeknownst to Lily and Logan, their meddling mothers hatch a plan to play matchmaker.

Needing to win some accolades for her masterfully made pinots, a winemaker from Oregon travels to Paris to compete in a major wine competition.

Sparks fly when an engaged country-music star (Jesse Metcalfe) reconnects with a childhood friend (Autumn Reeser).

Tired of bad luck, Fiona takes her mother on a trip to Ireland to turn things around. She soon meets a charming single father who helps her make her own luck.

Hope Morgan sets out to begin a new chapter of her life-fulfilling her childhood dream of running a ranch in the picturesque town of Ruidoso, New Mexico and reviving the beloved Giddy Up Gala.

After losing his father's medal on a hike, Elizabeth and Nathan organize a trip down memory lane for Little Jack with a very special surprise. Stars Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry, Pascale Hutton, Jack Wagner.

When Casey and Henry find themselves celebrating their birthdays at the same restaurant, they make birthday wishes at the same time which are granted. However they end up getting each other's wishes.

As Anna travels back to Barcelona, reuniting with Erica to celebrate her engagement to Nico, she meets a charming farmer and accidentally finds herself engaged to save his family's legacy.

Blanche announces that she is canceling a date with her latest boyfriend, because he does not meet her standards.

Dorothy dismays when her daughter is too forgiving of her unfaithful husband.

When two police officers set up surveillance equipment in Blanche's house, Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and Sophia are more interested in snaring the policemen.

Through a series of flashbacks, the housemates reminisce about their birthday celebrations.

Blanche announces that she is canceling a date with her latest boyfriend, because he does not meet her standards.

Dorothy dismays when her daughter is too forgiving of her unfaithful husband.

When two police officers set up surveillance equipment in Blanche's house, Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and Sophia are more interested in snaring the policemen.

Through a series of flashbacks, the housemates reminisce about their birthday celebrations.

Cheyenne tries to hide her morning sickness from Van; Reba's neighbor refuses to let her son sleep over.

The football players think they're doomed when Cheyenne serves the wrong kind of potato salad at the traditional pregame dinner.

Reba's ex-husband becomes jealous when she calls a plumber to fix a faucet; Cheyenne "moons" Van's teammates.

Kyra does not want to spend time with her father since it includes Barbra Jean; Cheyenne and Van plan to move out.

When Van fails a history test due to the pressure of being a star football player, Reba steps in to tutor him.

Reba's best friend returns to Houston and uncovers a photograph that hints at infidelity early in Reba and Brock's marriage.

Reba celebrates her divorce with lunch and finds her credit card is declined; Reba is angered to find out Brock let Barbra Jean run up the shared credit card for her wedding.

Reba's parents visit and surprise everyone when they accept Barbra Jean into the family.

The housemates recall some of their absurd moneymaking schemes.

The housemates could earn $100,000 if they adopt an elderly pig.

Courtesy of their new housekeeper's magic potions, Blanche's social life perks up and Dorothy wins the battle against insomnia.

The women confront their phobias on a flight to the Bahamas to attend a funeral.

Richard tries to get information from Logan about Rory's future plans, but Logan thinks that Richard is asking when the two of them plan to marry.

As Rory's 21st birthday approaches, both Lorelai and Rory are saddened by the fact that their ongoing estrangement will keep them from spending the day as they had planned.

When Rory's former boyfriend Jess (Milo Ventimiglia) shows up at her grandparents' house, she is pleased to hear about new developments in his life and agrees to have dinner.

Taylor is determined to make a name for herself as a respected culinary chef. While reconnecting with her childhood sweetheart in her hometown, she receives an offer she can't refuse.

Former dancer Luna pairs up with Bennett, a world-class aerialist, when he finds himself without a partner for his upcoming performance at the local arts festival.

A publicist and a movie star's professional collaboration leads to an unexpected romance on a cruise.

While visiting her mother in Greece, Abby decides to open a restaurant with a man she just met.

The women try to help a neighborhood couple, George and Renee Corliss, patch up their faltering marriage.

Sophia's new friend, an elderly gentleman, has Alzheimer's disease.

The housemates recall some of their absurd moneymaking schemes.

The housemates could earn $100,000 if they adopt an elderly pig.

Courtesy of their new housekeeper's magic potions, Blanche's social life perks up and Dorothy wins the battle against insomnia.

The women confront their phobias on a flight to the Bahamas to attend a funeral.

The women try to help a neighborhood couple, George and Renee Corliss, patch up their faltering marriage.

Sophia's new friend, an elderly gentleman, has Alzheimer's disease.

John-Boy wins a newspaper contest to cover the landing of the Hindenburg; Curt wants more private time with Mary Ellen.

Jason falls for Curt's sister (Linda Purl), who left her husband to become a singer. Directed by Ralph Waite.

Grandma's hospitalization troubles the family, especially Grandpa, who becomes depressed and withdrawn.

When Van fails a history test due to the pressure of being a star football player, Reba steps in to tutor him.

Reba's best friend returns to Houston and uncovers a photograph that hints at infidelity early in Reba and Brock's marriage.

Reba celebrates her divorce with lunch and finds her credit card is declined; Reba is angered to find out Brock let Barbra Jean run up the shared credit card for her wedding.

Reba's parents visit and surprise everyone when they accept Barbra Jean into the family.

Reba returns to work but is fired when advice to a teen couple is misinterpreted as endorsing premarital sex.

Brock asks Reba to help plan his father's funeral after he dies on a golf course and Barbra Jean wants the funeral a grand event and play the bereaved woman.

Since the divorce is final, a friend hooks up Reba with her old college boyfriend.

Reba tries to persuade Brock's doubting bride to continue with the wedding while dealing with Kyra not wanting to attend the ceremony.

Dorothy makes her ex-husband, Stanley Zbornak, jealous when she has an affair with his brother Theodore.

Rose's cousin, Sven Lindstrom, arrives from Sweden and falls in love with Blanche.

Dorothy hocks an expensive ring to pay off the debt she and her ex-husband owe to the Internal Revenue Service.

Dorothy, Rose and Blanche seek professional help when living with one another becomes unbearable.

A surprise phone call from Christopher brings up issues of trust between Lorelai and Luke; Lorelai and Rory make their first move toward reconciliation.

After a long absence, Christopher reappears in Lorelai and Rory's lives with an offer to make up for lost time; Lane deals with Zach's jealousy over a song Brian wrote about her.

Luke, wanting to get to know his newly discovered daughter, goes to talk with the girl's mother (Sherilyn Fenn); Lorelei finds her dress and sets a date but has a feeling that something is about to go wrong.

A journalist finds herself on back-to-back bridesmaid duty for her three best friends. Needing a date, she pairs up with a photographer who is the brother of one of her friends.

When an overly serious scholar attends an annual Jane Austen conference, she has a sudden change of heart when she strikes a deal with the man who's playing Mr. Darcy.

A woman tries to fulfill her grandmother's dying wish by delivering a strange letter.

Lilly, a hopeless romantic and literary enthusiast, gets the surprise of a lifetime when her favorite author, Jane Austen, comes into her life.

Rose, concerned about the nuclear arms race, mails letters to President Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev.

A political candidate announces that he had an affair with Blanche, a contention that she denies.

Dorothy makes her ex-husband, Stanley Zbornak, jealous when she has an affair with his brother Theodore.

Rose's cousin, Sven Lindstrom, arrives from Sweden and falls in love with Blanche.

Dorothy hocks an expensive ring to pay off the debt she and her ex-husband owe to the Internal Revenue Service.

Dorothy, Rose and Blanche seek professional help when living with one another becomes unbearable.

Rose, concerned about the nuclear arms race, mails letters to President Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev.

A political candidate announces that he had an affair with Blanche, a contention that she denies.

The Baldwins' niece arrives from war-threatened Vienna; John joins the National Guard, over Olivia's objections.

As an aggressive used-car salesman, Ben loses loved-ones' respect; Olivia plays Cupid for Sheriff Bridges.

John-Boy travels to New York to get his first novel published and is torn between the city and home.

Reba returns to work but is fired when advice to a teen couple is misinterpreted as endorsing premarital sex.

Brock asks Reba to help plan his father's funeral after he dies on a golf course and Barbra Jean wants the funeral a grand event and play the bereaved woman.

Since the divorce is final, a friend hooks up Reba with her old college boyfriend.

Reba tries to persuade Brock's doubting bride to continue with the wedding while dealing with Kyra not wanting to attend the ceremony.

Reba tries to reconcile with Van and his parents, but her plan backfires when his mother walks out on her husband and stays with Reba.

Cheyenne signs her and Van up for Lamaze class; Reba gets into an argument with Brock when she encounters him and Barbra Jean in a childbirth class.

Reba ends up doing most of the work for Van's job when she insists they pay for a car given to him by Brock.

When Barbra Jean begins childbirth, Reba searches the wilderness for the camping father-to-be, Brock.

Blanche reunites with her daughter Rebecca after a four-year estrangement; Blanche wants to defend her from an abusive boyfriend.

Blanche and Rose despise one of Dorothy's friends, the novelist Barbara Thorndyke.

A trip to Hollywood to compete on their favorite game show turns sour for the roommates.

Sophia encourages Dorothy and Stan to pretend they are still married, at least until Sophia's clergyman brother leaves town.

Luke is still unable to tell Lorelai about the existence of his 12-year-old daughter, April, and he goes into a panic when the girl wants to hang out with him at the diner.

While Luke deals with the reality of having April in his life, Lorelai tries to pretend she does not mind the repercussions the new situation is having on their engagement.

Emily tells Lorelai that she would like to get to know her future son-in-law better and asks her to invite Luke over for dinner.

An actress's dreams come true when she lands the lead role in a remake of Roman Holiday.

Vanessa, a pop culture writer in New York, lands the interview of a lifetime with renowned author Martin Clayborne.

A family vacation to a working Ranch introduces Professor Rebecca to Jake West. Rebecca is a widower chasing tenure and Jake is a handsome cowboy who never settled down.

Hope Morgan sets out to begin a new chapter of her life-fulfilling her childhood dream of running a ranch in the picturesque town of Ruidoso, New Mexico and reviving the beloved Giddy Up Gala.

Rose decides to move in with Buddy Rourke, one of her deceased husband's former buddies.

Blanche agrees to pose in the nude for a suave European sculptor.

Blanche reunites with her daughter Rebecca after a four-year estrangement; Blanche wants to defend her from an abusive boyfriend.

Blanche and Rose despise one of Dorothy's friends, the novelist Barbara Thorndyke.

A trip to Hollywood to compete on their favorite game show turns sour for the roommates.

Sophia encourages Dorothy and Stan to pretend they are still married, at least until Sophia's clergyman brother leaves town.

Rose decides to move in with Buddy Rourke, one of her deceased husband's former buddies.

Blanche agrees to pose in the nude for a suave European sculptor.

Jim-Bob sets a trap for a troublesome hawk; Olivia has reservations about the choice for a new minister.

Mysterious events at the Walton farm lead to the discovery of a 12-year-old orphan boy, who attaches himself to John Walton.

Graduate Ben leaves home to find work; John takes on a huge contract; Jason encounters a lonely recluse.

Reba tries to reconcile with Van and his parents, but her plan backfires when his mother walks out on her husband and stays with Reba.

Cheyenne signs her and Van up for Lamaze class; Reba gets into an argument with Brock when she encounters him and Barbra Jean in a childbirth class.

Reba ends up doing most of the work for Van's job when she insists they pay for a car given to him by Brock.

When Barbra Jean begins childbirth, Reba searches the wilderness for the camping father-to-be, Brock.

Pregnant Cheyenne believes she won the title of prom queen only because of Van's popularity, so she refuses to go; Reba and Brock react to a high-school student who asks Kyra to the prom.

When Brock spends a night in Jake's treehouse, Reba finds herself babysitting her ex-husband's newborn.

Cheyenne goes into labor shortly before her high-school graduation ceremony; Reba sings a lullaby to her new granddaughter in the hospital.

Reba's children carouse at Brock and Barbra Jean's place; Cheyenne and Van commiserate with each other about the baby.

Sophia is a third wheel when Dorothy and her new boyfriend plan a trip without her.

Sophia's new boyfriend Rocco robs a bank and makes her an unsuspecting accomplice.

Rose's boyfriend buys a boat and asks her to accompany him on a cruise around the world.

Dorothy's son Michael is getting married to an older woman, and the mothers of the bride and groom are concerned.

Rory and Logan invite Luke and Lorelai to spend a weekend with them at Logan's family house on Martha's Vineyard.

Lorelai offers to help Christopher by baby-sitting his 4-year-old daughter, but the child's behavior horrifies her.

Rory pays a visit to Lorelai in Stars Hollow; Zack finally asks Mrs. Kim for permission to marry Lane.

As Valentine's Day nears, a matchmaker must find a mate for an entrepreneur who believes staying single is the key to success.

When Helen, a kind hearted and shy florist, meets the perfect man at a Valentine's masquerade ball, she enlists the help of her best friend Henry to track him down, only to find that her perfect man may already be right in front of her.

Tracy, the last of three friends to take possession of an antique wedding veil they purchased together, soon becomes cynical about its legend.