Season 3
1981-1982
The Vigil
Airdate: Thursday, November 12, 1981
Written by John Pleshette
Directed by Jeff Bleckner
Sid is left paralyzed after the car crash and Karen stays by his bedside. Richard offers his help to family with insurance, loading money, while Gary wants Karen's forgiveness.
Critical Condition
Airdate: Thursday, November 19, 1981
Written by Diana GouldDirected by Nicholas Sgarro
Sid forces Karen to consent to his operation to restore him from permanent paralysis, even though it could be a fatal; the Fairgates leave the hospital in silence learning Sid didn’t make it through surgery.
Aftermath
Airdate: Thursday, November 26, 1981
Written by Ann Marcus, Ellis Marcus, and Diana GouldDirected by Kim Friedman
Sid’s passing leaves Michael worried something is going to happen to Karen, Eric frustrated with his mom selling his dad’s car, and Diana upset with Karen's attitude; Ginger has her baby.
Moving In
Airdate: Thursday, December 3, 1981
Written by Ann MarcusDirected by Jospeph B. Wallenstein
Special Guest Star Julie Harris as Lilimae Clements
While Abby tries to find her missing children, Val reconnects with her homeless mother and invites her to live in her home.
The Surprise
Airdate: Thursday, December 10, 1981
Written by Ellis MarcusDirected by Joseph Manduke
Richard's boss ask him to procure prostitutes for clients and he complies; Abby ends up locating her kids through a postcard sent to Val and leads her ex to believe she’ll remarry him.
One of a Kind
Airdate: Thursday, December 17, 1981
Written by Sara Ann FriedmanDirected by Kim Friedman
Karen’s former boyfriend, Teddy Becker, visits and believes he is Diana’s real father; Val and Lilimae bond after bad memories resurface.
Secrets
Airdate: Thursday, December 24, 1981
Written by John PleshetteDirected by Gabrielle Beaumont
Karen is pressured to rehire Abby when the IRS demands an audit of the books at the car dealership; Laura thinks Richard is having an affair and goes out of town with her boss.
Mistaken Motives
Airdate: Thursday, January 7, 1982
Written by Rocci Chatfield and Ray GoldstoneDirected by Jeff Bleckner
Kenny and Ginger struggle with their crying baby, Erin Molly; Karen befriends a widower who encourages her to enroll in grief therapy, but their common bond is misunderstood by Diana.
The Rose and the Briar
Airdate: Thursday, January 14, 1982
Written by Scott HamnerDirected by Ernest Pintoff
A con man charms Lilimae into believing that he'll become her manager---and her husband.
The Three Sisters
Airdate: Thursday, January 21, 1982
Written by Daniel Jay FranklinDirected by Kim Friedman
Laura's friends accompany her on a visit to a mysterious house, whose "ghosts" become very real to Val.
Power Play
Airdate: Thursday, January 28, 1982
Written by James BonnetDirected by Bill Duke
Val resents Gary and Abby's joint business venture; Lilimae tries to convince Kenny to consider her music options; Richard tries to offer some advice to Gary; Abby makes her move.
Possibilities
Airdate: Thursday, February 11, 1982
Written by Mona Houghton and James HoughtonDirected by Nicholas Sgarro
The Avery’s host a poker party; Karen accepts a date with a stockbroker; Ginger considers a singing career - against Kenny's wishes.
Reunion
Airdate: Thursday, February 18, 1982
Written by Diana GouldDirected by Jospeh B. Wallenstein
Special Appearance by Jessica Walter as Victoria Hill
Karen is offered a glamorous job in New York; Laura's plans to leave Richard are thwarted.
Cricket
Airdate: Thursday, March 4, 1982
Written by Ann MarcusDirected by Nicholas Sgarro
Val's former beau leaves his stepdaughter behind after a visit; Eric is encouraged to go to college by Karen's brother.
Best Intentions
Airdate: Thursday, March 11, 1982
Written by James Houghton and Mona HoughtonDirected by Randa Haines
News of Laura's pregnancy makes Richard think they can save their marriage; Abby and Lilimae think Val's manuscript is best-seller material and give it to Karen’s brother, Joe, to review.
Silver Shadows
Airdate: Thursday, March 25, 1982
Written by Ray Goldstone and Rocci ChatfieldDirected by Nicholas Sgarro
An aging silent-film director is enamored of Abby, who's interested only in his inheritance.
Letting Go
Airdate: Thursday, April 1, 1982
Written by Sara Ann FriedmanDirected by Alexander Singer
Karen is invited to spend the weekend with her new flame and comes to grips with no longer being Sid’s wife.
Exposé
Airdate: Thursday, April 8, 1982
Written by L. Virginia BrowneDirected by Harvey S. Laidman
Richard's confession to a call girl may cost him his job; Val won't publish her novel until Gary reads the manuscript.
Night
Airdate: Thursday, April 15, 1982
Written by John PleshetteDirected by Alexander Singer
Richard succumbs to the pressures of losing his job and the love of his family.
Acts of Love
Airdate: Thursday, April 22, 1982
Written by Jeff Cohn Directed by Harvey S. Laidman
A disagreement with Gary sends Val on a drive with Olivia, while Gary and Abby celebrate a business deal.
China Dolls
Airdate: Thursday, April 29, 1982
Written by Joseph B. WallensteinDirected by Joseph B. Wallenstein
Gary and Abby's affair is becoming public knowledge; Lilimae worries for Val; Laura blames herself for Richard's illness; Val reacts to Abby’s declaration.
Living Dangerously
Airdate: Thursday, May 6, 1982
Written by Ellis MarcusDirected by Lorraine Senna
Karen and Lilimae confront Gary over his affair with Abby; Laura fears that Richard may be suicidal.