Wed, Jan 1, 1969
Karen awakens Steve from a bad dream, and he doesn't want to discuss what it was about. After becoming hostile, Steve finally recounts it for her, and Karen analyzes Steve's dream. At Hope Memorial, Steve looks over the schedules and realizes that never the twain shall meet. Matt reveals to Karen the major career decision Steve has made. Matt asks Carolee what she's heard lately from Liz. Matt chats with Ed, who is soon to resume his medical career. A pretty young patient leads to more discord between Karen and Steve.
Thu, Jan 2, 1969
Ed breaks his news to Martha who is angry that he's dissolving their team. Nick thanks Ed for the wisdom he imparts. Maggie's concern is unappreciated by Steve, and he accuses her of prying into his life. Later, Maggie makes the first understatement of 1969. Nick says an emphatic "no" when Matt advises him who his new research assistant will be. Matt urges Nick to have an open mind.
Sun, Jan 5, 1969
Althea encourages Karen to take a coffee break and be more human. Jody Lee tells Althea that Liz has taken an out of sight, out of mind attitude toward him. Later, Carolee commiserates with Jody over not receiving a letter from Liz. Karen drops a bombshell on Matt, who agrees to keep her decision a secret from Steve. Liz needs someone to talk to and wonders how she should handle Townsend.
Mon, Jan 6, 1969
Maggie and Althea think Matt is being very mysterious over the reason he needs replacement doctors in the outpatient clinic. After he reveals why, they regret knowing the secret. Althea chastises Nick for not telling her about the research assistant, and he contradicts Matt's statements. Althea accuses Nick of being prejudiced against his new assistant. Steve interrupts Nick and Althea's conversation. Later, Steve's comments cause Nick to lose his cool.
Tue, Jan 7, 1969
Steve reveals to Karen that he wants to be more like her, but she silently laments that he's very wrong in his assessment of her strength and independence. Townsend decides that Liz is intellectually lazy, though he'll see to it that she succeeds where Melisande didn't. Carolee confides in Steve her depression about the new year, while he reveals to her his plans for simplicity. Liz makes a mistake in dealing with Townsend.
Wed, Jan 8, 1969
Martha declares that she'll cry tears of happiness if she wants to, while Nick tries to avoid any sentimentality. Two doctors who are very much alike have their last serious conversation. Martha welcomes a new doctor to the lab. Matt accepts Karen's decision but admits that he found it necessary to break her confidence. Karen begs Matt for one week so that she can find a way to tell Steve the truth.
Thu, Jan 9, 1969
Mike feels that Nancy isn't playing fair and urging him to put on a veneer of false confidence where med school is concerned. Anna unknowingly reinforces Nancy's advice to Mike, causing him to direct negative feelings back at Nancy. Matt and Nick's meeting is interrupted by two people who want to say goodbye but hope they might return one day. Nick implores Matt to consider hiring another research assistant. Carolee receives devastating news of a terrible accident.
Sun, Jan 12, 1969
The doctors and nurses at Hope Memorial move into action when victims of a nearby car crash are brought in to the emergency room. Matt decides that one of the victims needs a thoracotomy, but the chances of survival are very slim. Steve wants to assist Matt in the operation. The staff attempts to console one of the victims, who hysterically fears they are withholding the truth about a death.
Mon, Jan 13, 1969
Matt doesn't want Nick's assistance with the thoracotomy and speculates that a lobectomy may be necessary even though the accident victim has a weak heart and might not survive. Anna and Carolee talk about the love of a good man, and Carolee wishes she knew what it was like. Matt begins a tense operation. Carolee defends herself against Nick when he directs his frustration at her. During the operation, Matt struggles to save his patient who goes into cardiac arrest.
Tue, Jan 14, 1969
After a long and tense time in the operating room, Matt emerges to tell Nick the outcome of the surgery. and he's as grouchy as Dr. Bellini. Althea attempts to mother Matt and is reminded of what she experienced not too long ago. A vulnerable Nick needs time alone with his thoughts. Matt and Nick wonder why they're in the business when there's so much death.
Wed, Jan 15, 1969
A patient angrily rejects the gospel according to Nancy Bennett. Nancy tearfully shares her story of the loss of husband Paul in the Six Days War. Jody and Carolee reach the same conclusion about Liz, and realize what is and isn't important in their lives. Liz wants information from Melisande about Philip and then decides to use another approach in winning him over.
Thu, Jan 16, 1969
Liz severely overplays her hand when manipulating Philip. Mike has good news for Matt, but everyone in the Powers home is completely distracted by the recent tragedy. Nick's anxiety has a negative effect on his relationship with Penny. Mike and Penny have the same question for Maggie and Althea, and the answer is the same for both the Powers and Bellini families.
Mon, Jan 20, 1969
A patient from the car accident awakens, but Matt's reassurance isn't accepted. Steve gives a performance of bad taste in front of Karen's patient. Later, Steve explains exactly what's bothering him. Karen also urges Matt to say what's on his mind and regrets it when he refuses to arouse interest in her neurotic problems. Matt admits to Steve that his calm, collected exterior is just a facade.
Tue, Jan 21, 1969
Mike doesn't understand what the big deal is when Maggie attempts to make everything perfect at home for Matt. Meanwhile, Penny refuses to accommodate a stressed and exhausted Nick, leading an argument between the two. Althea encourages Penny to try to understand Nick's point of view. Nick visits Ed and makes a promise.
Wed, Jan 22, 1969
Ed's parents return to town. Matt and Carolee reassure Paul and Hope about Ed's future. Carolee decides to check on all of her loved ones. The Starks visit Ed, who wants them to know he didn't cause the accident. Carolee wonders about Liz. Liz decides to make herself in the image of Melisande. Matt urges a caring Carolee to never change.
Thu, Jan 23, 1969
Karen can't forget Matt's accusation that she's a quitter, and she makes an attempt to try one last time with a sleeping Steve. Nick and Althea don't see eye-to-eye about the incident between Nick and Penny, until Althea speculates the reason that Penny wants to shut everything out. Steve gives Karen bonus points for her honesty in not hiding her disgust for him. Karen decides to continue with her plan. Liz makes another mistake with Phillip.
Sun, Jan 26, 1969
Unaware of what awaits him at home, Steve looks forward to a hot meal and some rest after a hard day at Hope Memorial. Nancy confers with Matt about her fears for Anna's recovery. Later, Matt and Nancy use Ed to force Anna to walk. Ed is very relieved to see Anna again. Steve finds and reads the letter left for him by Karen.
Mon, Jan 27, 1969
Haunted by Karen's letter, Steve begins drinking and questions why the "rotten, uptight German" made the decision she did. Nick fails in his attempt to politely break the ice with Penny following their argument, so he forces her to confront their problem. Penny and Nick share the pain of their loss of brothers. Althea agrees with Nick about love and death.
Tue, Jan 28, 1969
After checking on the patient's condition, Althea gives Nick permission to go to Hope Memorial, where a change must occur soon. Carolee finds herself having a lonely dinner. Matt doesn't tell Nick anything that he doesn't already know about their patient. For a change, Ed, Nick, and Matt share a laugh together. Steve saves Carolee from the Harvey McIntyres of the world, while she tries to save him from highs and lows.
Wed, Jan 29, 1969
Maggie admits to Mike that she fears Matt coming home with news about his patient, who may not survive. Carolee takes a falling down drunk Steve back to his apartment, but she she's uncomfortable with the request that he makes of her. Matt thinks Maggie's compassion is working overtime for Karen. Steve makes the situation worse by directing his cruelty toward Carolee.
Sun, Feb 2, 1969
Matt and Nancy disagree about his attitude toward Mike. Carolee and Steve apologize to one another, but she suggests he tell the truth for a change. Steve realizes that the husband is always the last to know, and Matt doesn't like his insinuations. Jody writes a letter to Liz. Townsend tries to follow Matt's advice, though he decides punishment may be in order first.
Mon, Feb 3, 1969
Steve warns Althea that a storm of rudeness is brewing, and she encourages him to persevere. Mr. Hansen is back in the clinic with another ailment, this time wanting only a male doctor. Afterward, he demands to see Matt with a complaint about his treatment. Ann has a request of Matt and shares with him her plans for the future.
Tue, Feb 4, 1969
Nancy shares in Mike's champagne celebration. Matt concedes that he owes something to Nancy for helping Mike, but confides to Maggie that Nancy makes him feel like the ogre of the older generation. Nancy avoids talking about herself with Mike. Matt learns Mike's good news, but is slightly hurt that he shared it with Nancy first. Matt reminisces about his medical school days in which he had his own Nancy.
Wed, Feb 5, 1969
Jody is confused when the letter he wrote to Liz is forwarded back to him. Matt explains to Nick what he wants for Steve, reminding a grumbling Nick that they've all had personal problems recently. Carolee's explanations don't sit well with Jody. Mike becomes involved in the mystery of Liz's letter and suggests that Jody phone Keith's office. Later, the mystery deepens.
Thu, Feb 6, 1969
Matt fills Maggie in on Jody's suspicions surrounding the mystery of Liz, and Matt isn't completely sure of his own feelings regarding the subject. Althea wants Nick to help her form a united front against Penny. Later, Nick is confused by Althea's vacillating opinion of Steve. Jody pays a surprise visit to the Powers home and makes his position to Matt a little more clearer.
Sun, Feb 9, 1969
Carolee reluctantly lets Steve into her apartment to accomplish his mission. Jody arrives at Carolee's and puts his foot in his mouth. Liz finds Melisande's old diary hidden inside a clock and is surprised by its content. Jody encourages Carolee to recall the events leading up to Liz's trip to Paris, and Carolee remembers something she had forgotten.
Mon, Feb 10, 1969
Townsend is infuriated when his Melisande lashes out at him physically, and he makes a promise to change conditions for the worse if she doesn't learn to respect him within two weeks time. After suffering a terrible nightmare, a strong, independent Althea finds herself in a disagreement with Nick about marital roles. However, with the dawn comes a new view of things.
Tue, Feb 11, 1969
Carolee confides in Matt the strange feeling that she gets around Townsend. Matt wonders if Townsend is going through some private problem. Carolee feels like everyone's whipping boy when Jody bristles over her refusal to listen to him. Matt loses his temper with Steve and gives him warning. Jody makes his case to Carolee and Mike, who realize that the situation isn't a game.
Wed, Feb 12, 1969
Townsend goes ballistic outside the nurse's station. Matt becomes very concerned for Townsend, who rails about the younger generation, but Matt's suggestion isn't appreciated. Townsend has a run-in with Anna. Maggie reminds Jody about something that he had forgotten regarding Townsend and Liz. Matt lays down the law to Jody, who is distracted by bad vibrations at Hope Memorial.
Thu, Feb 13, 1969
Nick grouses over the male chromosome special research study that Martha has ordered from Scotland. A bemused Steve watches the interplay between Martha and Nick. Althea sends for Nick when patient Mr. Bishop resists surgery for narrowed arteries. Afterward, Nick and Althea have a spat over Nick's reaction to the patient. Maggie plays devil's advocate in the Bellini marriage.
Sun, Feb 16, 1969
Sir Edward is anxious to get out and tame some dragons and learns about Anna's new job. Anna has a very heartfelt admission for Ed. Matt gives Nancy a new patient for physical therapy, but he refuses to allow her to make him feel guilty and defensive about his relationship with Mike. Liz reads more of Melisande's diary. Phillip tells Liz that he's making plans and doesn't know where she fits in with them.
Mon, Feb 17, 1969
Nick is stunned to learn how Townsend has reacted to his research grant request. Matt confides to Nick that he's worried about Townsend, who is acting very uptight. Jody compares his two clues for Carolee and insists that they take them to Matt. Nick attempts to be the life of the Powerses dinner party. Matt begins to lose patience when Jody and Carolee arrive at his home with their evidence about Townsend.
Tue, Feb 18, 1969
Jody convinces everyone at the Powers dinner party to listen to his suspicions about Phillip Townsend, and he makes a very compelling case. After Townsend shocks Liz with his decision, she pleads with him to change his mind. Matt finds Jody's supposition very difficult to believe, but when he begins to sway others, Matt wants to see Jody alone. Liz comes to a horrifying realization about Melisande.
Wed, Feb 19, 1969
Matt suddenly remembers something he had forgotten about a conversation he had with Townsend. Liz confronts Phillip about what really happened to Melisande, but he denies it. Later, she forces Phillip to read the words from Melisande's diary. Liz takes Matt and Jody to Phillip. Matt promises to help Phillip, who retreats into his memories of his wife and daughter.
Thu, Feb 20, 1969
Liz insists upon staying in Melisande's room with Phillip until he leaves. Phillip feels that no one understands and no one can help him. Dr. Styner arrives to help Phillip change the atmosphere of the present. Phillip must say goodbye to Melisande. After Althea phones, Nick insists upon going to Townsend's house. Everyone has questions for Liz, and she wants to answer them.
Sun, Feb 23, 1969
Liz explains what happened to her, but she fears that she doesn't know who she is any longer. In view of the events of the night, Matt and Maggie wonder about people and Liz's healing. Nick and Althea admire one another's personalities, but when the subject turns to Dave Davis, Althea doesn't want to talk about her previous marriage. Liz experiences a terrifying nightmare.
Mon, Feb 24, 1969
After her terrifying nightmare, Jody soothes Liz. Dr. Styner gives Matt a grim prognosis for Townsend. Carolee tells Matt and Styner about Liz's strange behavior. Matt questions Dr. Styner's prescription for Liz, but ultimately agrees. Jody promises to stick close to Liz. Liz visits with Phillip, who sinks further into his delusions. Carolee informs Matt of an emergency.
Tue, Feb 25, 1969
Matt stops his patient's arrhythmia, but Matt's face continues to show worry. Steve accuses Nick of being a reactionary when they argue over a study that possibly correlates extra chromosomes to violent behavior. An irritable Nick makes a nasty comment to Althea, who finally talks about Dave. Maggie wonders why Matt continues to worry about his patient.
Wed, Feb 26, 1969
Althea is having one of those mornings and grouses to Maggie about Prince Charming Nick whose crass behavior is bothering her. Mike and Nancy share a sweet moment between patients, but Nancy pulls back. Althea attempts to give Liz a prescription for her problems. Nancy lets her hair down to talk about her late husband. Nick and Althea join Nancy and Mike for lunch, but Nick's questions make Nancy uncomfortable.
Thu, Feb 27, 1969
Steve's attempts to have a serious conversation with Nick results in Nick making fun of him. Althea and Steve discuss Nick's toughness, and Althea decides that the two men might learn something from one another. Ed confides in Nick plans for the future, but warns him that Anna isn't going to like his decision. Mike urges Nancy not to quit on the world or herself.
Sun, Mar 2, 1969
Nancy changes Mike's plans for the evening, so she has to agree to indulge him. When Nick fails to keep his word, Penny becomes disrespectful to Althea. Nick and Steve finally begin to make progress. Althea tells Nick about her displeasure in Penny's behavior, but they clash over their different values regarding the situation. Mike feels that Nancy isn't ready to hear what he has to say.
Mon, Mar 3, 1969
Maggie passionately defends Mike's right to make decisions, but Matt refuses to resign being his father. Jody cleverly helps Mike to know what he already knows. Liz has nothing but bright tomorrows thanks to Jody, but Jody has an ego problem. Matt's special patient decides that it's time to walk out of Hope Memorial. Maggie deems Matt a stubborn genius.
Thu, Mar 6, 1969
When a resignation is handed in, Matt is caught between two different opinions. Ed professes his love for Anna, but she thinks he has a strange way of showing it when he tells her about his plans. Steve advises Anna to float on her tears instead of drowning in them. Liz misinterprets Anna's reaction to Steve's advice. Ed makes a promise to an unsure Anna.
Sun, Mar 9, 1969
Nick forces Anna to talk about what's bothering her, but it doesn't have the desired effect. Martha resigns from being an impartial arbitrator between Steve and Nick. Althea reminds Anna that her unhappiness can infect others at Hope Memorial. Later, Nick and Althea realize that they have both been brought down by Anna.
Mon, Mar 10, 1969
Nancy thinks her physical therapy patient Mr. Edwards should be seen in the outpatient clinic because of his persistent throat problems. Everyone takes note of Mike's urgency in finding Nancy. Jody wants to create a chemistry experiment with Liz. Althea gives Mr. Edwards potentially bad news. Mike wonders why Nancy is reluctant to continue with something that makes them both happy.
Tue, Mar 11, 1969
Nancy attempts to dissuade Mike from wanting to spend more time together, but he presents her with a very compelling argument otherwise. A patient's compliment embarrasses Nancy, and Mike wonders what the reason is for her hangup. Matt's simple questions segue into another argument with Mike. Maggie tries to ease Matt's annoyance with his son.
Wed, Mar 12, 1969
Althea's suggestion bugs Nick, and their squabble disturbs Penny. When Althea warns Nick not to involve Penny in their conflicts, he becomes angry. The Powerses, also arguing, arrive to take the Bellinis to dinner. A waiter's comments taint Mike's dinner date with Nancy, and the evening further disintegrates when he runs into his parents at the restaurant.
Thu, Mar 13, 1969
Althea accuses Nick of gratuitous cruelty and insensitivity during their dinner with Matt, and the the ensuing disagreement takes a very serious turn. Maggie tries to reassure Matt, who harbors deep concerns about Mike's growing relationship with the older Nancy Bennet. Later, Nancy expresses similar fears to Mike, but he refuses to agree. Matt reminds Mike that emotions and feelings are not always enough in making decisions.
Sun, Mar 16, 1969
In view of Mike's dilemma, Matt and Maggie share stories of their youthful rejections. Steve receives a letter from Germany. Carolee asks some tough questions of a hurt and rejected Steve and offers him some sound advice, but he dismisses her. An uncivil Mike steps way out of line with Nancy at Hope Memorial and receives a slap in the face.