Mary Ellen's marriage to Jonesy takes a rocky start after a honeymoon accident leaves her infertile. She becomes reclusive, pushing away even her husband. Seeking solace, she turns to her mother, who is recovering in Arizona, knowing she can relate to her struggles.
Mother's Day on Waltons Mountain
Ben struggles with Cindy's mother's overbearing presence, feeling that she's trying to make amends for giving Cindy up for adoption by spoiling her and Virginia.