Every now and then Ralph and I will watch the whole series of an old show. A while ago it was "All Creatures Great and Small", including the two movies made and the change from Carol Drinkwater to Lynda Bellingham playing the role of Helen Herriot. The best seasons were the first three and the last season because those seasons dealt much more with veterinary issues and much less with soap opera stuff. Ralph and I immensely enjoyed watching a few episodes each evening or weekend afternoons instead of the usual reruns or sensational stuff which seems to be the trend today. There is something soothing about watching nature as it truly is. It is the circle of life.
Lately we have been begun the quest of watching every episode of Northern Exposure. What a trip down memory lane breathing in all the different characters, all who melded together so well, even Joel Fleischman who fought his indentured medical obligations at every turn. The writing for this show is incredible with all the characters having their good points and their bad points. No exciting shoot outs, no stomach turning car chases, no blood and gore, no shock and awe.....just everyday people living their lives in their own eclectic beautiful ways. I feel very fortunate to be married to someone who likes these quiet, introspective shows, too. My anxiety is still not under control, but these peaceful moments spent together in such a special way truly do help calm my soul.
Take care,
Liz
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