Season 5 · Episode 21

The Enchanted Cottage

Season
Season 5
Episode
21 (109 overall)
First aired
February 26, 1979
Network
NBC

Who’s in it: Charles IngallsLauraMary

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What happens

Mary suddenly believes she can see light and hopes her sight might return. A doctor explains that what she is experiencing is a condition that won't give her back her vision.

Charles helps Mary accept the news, and Mary in turn comforts Laura, who is struggling with her own disappointments. A tender episode about acceptance.

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