Days of Sunshine, Days of Shadow (Part 1)

What happens

Almanzo is struck with diphtheria, and before he has fully recovered he is caught out in a violent hailstorm and suffers a stroke. Partly paralyzed, the once-strong farmer sinks into despair.

Laura and Almanzo's sister Eliza Jane clash over how best to care for him, and the strain on the young marriage grows. Based on hardships the real Wilders faced, this two-parter is one of the most emotional in the series.