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The Donna Reed Show - S03E23 - The Busy People
 

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The Busy People

 
In a try for more togetherness, Donna signs Alex and herself up for painting lessons.
 
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The Donna Reed Show / S03E23 : The Busy People
Season 3, Episode 23 | Aired on February 23, 1961 | TV-PG | 25 min. | ABC (US)
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  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 1 - Weekend
    Episode 1
    Weekend
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 2 - The Mystery Woman
    Episode 2
    The Mystery Woman
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 3 - Donna Decorates
    Episode 3
    Donna Decorates
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 4 - The Love Letter
    Episode 4
    The Love Letter
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 5 - How the Other Side Lives
    Episode 5
    How the Other Side Lives
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 6 - Alex's Twin
    Episode 6
    Alex's Twin
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 7 - Worried Anyone?
    Episode 7
    Worried Anyone?
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 8 - Higher Learning
    Episode 8
    Higher Learning
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 9 - Never Marry a Doctor
    Episode 9
    Never Marry a Doctor
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 10 - It Only Hurts When I Laugh
    Episode 10
    It Only Hurts When I Laugh
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 11 - The Model Daughter
    Episode 11
    The Model Daughter
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 12 - Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
    Episode 12
    Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 13 - Donna Goes to a Reunion
    Episode 13
    Donna Goes to a Reunion
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 14 - Someone is Watching
    Episode 14
    Someone is Watching
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 15 - The Lean and Hungry Look
    Episode 15
    The Lean and Hungry Look
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 16 - Character Building
    Episode 16
    Character Building
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 17 - World's Greatest Entertainer
    Episode 17
    World's Greatest Entertainer
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 18 - Variations on a Theme
    Episode 18
    Variations on a Theme
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 19 - The Stones Go to Hollywood
    Episode 19
    The Stones Go to Hollywood
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 20 - Donna Directs a Play
    Episode 20
    Donna Directs a Play
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 21 - Trip to Nowhere
    Episode 21
    Trip to Nowhere
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 22 - The Geisha Girl
    Episode 22
    The Geisha Girl
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 23 - The Busy People
    Episode 23
    The Busy People
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 24 - Tony Martin Visits
    Episode 24
    Tony Martin Visits
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 25 - Aunt Belle's Earrings
    Episode 25
    Aunt Belle's Earrings
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 26 - Poodle Parlor
    Episode 26
    Poodle Parlor
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 27 - Mary's Heart Throb
    Episode 27
    Mary's Heart Throb
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 28 - Donna's Helping Hand
    Episode 28
    Donna's Helping Hand
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 29 - The Merry Month of April
    Episode 29
    The Merry Month of April
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 30 - Music Hath Charms
    Episode 30
    Music Hath Charms
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 31 - Let's Look at Love
    Episode 31
    Let's Look at Love
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 32 - For Better or Worse
    Episode 32
    For Better or Worse
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 33 - Jeff, the Treasurer
    Episode 33
    Jeff, the Treasurer
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 34 - The Good Guys and the Bad Guys
    Episode 34
    The Good Guys and the Bad Guys
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 35 - Military School
    Episode 35
    Military School
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 36 - Mary's Driving Lesson
    Episode 36
    Mary's Driving Lesson
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 37 - The Mustache
    Episode 37
    The Mustache
  • The Donna Reed Show - Episode 38 - Mary's Little Lambs
    Episode 38
    Mary's Little Lambs

The Donna Reed Show season 3 episode 23 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In an effort to enhance their sense of togetherness, Alex and his wife explore new hobbies, ultimately settling on painting for Alex. Their plan, however, takes a comedic turn as Alex and his friends, similarly coerced into hobbies by their wives, decide to overindulge in these activities, hoping their wives will lose interest. The plan backfires when the wives discover they've been tricked, leading to a series of humorous misunderstandings. The climax involves a painting of Donna, which Alex accidentally destroys during a playful argument, symbolizing the end of their experiment with forced hobbies. The episode humorously underscores the importance of genuine connection over contrived togetherness.

Full Episode S03E23 Recap

### Scene: Evening Together - Alex and his wife discuss their lack of communication and togetherness. - They joke about Alex's habit of falling asleep on the sofa. ### Scene: Seeking Togetherness - They try to find new interests to improve their relationship. - A friend, Harriet, suggests guitar lessons as a way to spend time together. ### Scene: Discovering New Hobbies - Harriet and Donna discuss taking up new hobbies for togetherness. - Donna decides on painting as a shared activity with Alex. ### Scene: Implementing The Plan - Donna uses subtle manipulation to make Alex choose painting as their shared hobby. ### Scene: The Painting Class - Alex attends painting class and attempts to paint a still life of cheese. - He struggles with the process but is encouraged to let himself go. ### Scene: The Backlash of Hobbies - The men complain about their respective forced hobbies, looking for an escape. - They plan to overindulge in their hobbies to discourage their wives' enthusiasm. ### Scene: The Reveal - Donna discovers the painting Alex has been working on, not sure if she likes it. - Harriet realizes they have been tricked into thinking their husbands enjoyed the hobbies. ### Scene: The Masterpiece - Donna decides to celebrate Alex's painting as a masterpiece, planning to hang it in public places. - The painting gets accidentally destroyed during a scuffle, leading to relief from both. ### Scene: Resolution - The family reflects on the events, with a sense of humor about the destroyed painting. - The episode concludes with a recognition of the importance of genuine togetherness over forced hobbies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do Alex and his wife feel they lack togetherness?

They feel they don't communicate enough and lack shared interests.

What solution do they initially consider for their lack of togetherness?

They consider finding new interests or hobbies to do together.

What hobby does Harriet suggest to Donna?

Harriet suggests taking guitar lessons.

What hobby does Donna eventually decide on for her and Alex?

Donna decides on painting.

How does Donna manipulate Alex into choosing painting?

Donna subtly guides the conversation, allowing Alex to think he has chosen painting himself.

How do the men plan to escape their forced hobbies?

The men plan to overindulge in their hobbies, hoping to make their wives lose interest.

What does the destroyed painting symbolize at the end of the episode?

The destroyed painting symbolizes the end of their forced hobby experiment and a return to seeking genuine togetherness.

What is the reaction of Alex and Donna to the destroyed painting?

They have a scuffle over it, but it leads to Alex declaring he will never paint again, which secretly relieves them both.

How is togetherness ultimately portrayed in the episode?

Togetherness is shown to be about genuine connection and shared joy, rather than forced or artificial activities.

Does the plan to overindulge in hobbies work?

Yes, the plan works as it leads to the wives realizing the hobbies were more of a burden than a means of genuine connection.

What lesson do the characters learn from their experience?

They learn that forced interests do not necessarily lead to better communication or togetherness.

How do the characters resolve their conflict at the end of the episode?

The accidental destruction of the painting leads to a humorous resolution, acknowledging their need for genuine togetherness.

What does Jeff give his mother at the end, and why?

Jeff gives his mother a medal, symbolically recognizing her efforts and the episode's humorous conclusion.

How do the wives react upon discovering they were tricked?

The wives feel relieved and recognize the importance of choosing hobbies that genuinely interest both partners.

What does the episode suggest about finding togetherness in a relationship?

It suggests that togetherness comes from shared interests and activities that genuinely bring joy and connection, not from forced participation.

 
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