Ep. 4: Anne recounts her past to Marilla during their journey to White Sands
Aired on January 28, 1979

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While traveling to White Sands, Anne shares the details of her life up to that point with Marilla. As Anne narrates her experiences, Marilla begins to feel pity for her. She realizes that Anne has been passed from home to home and has been starved for love throughout her difficult upbringing. This revelation shifts Marilla's perspective, fostering a deeper sense of compassion and understanding for the girl she is now caring for.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Matthew Cuthbert Meets Anne Shirley at the Station
- Ep. 2 · Marilla Cuthbert is Surprised by Anne Shirley's Arrival at Green Gables
- Ep. 3 · Anne anticipates leaving Green Gables as Matthew wants to keep her while Marilla plans to return her.
- Ep. 4 · Anne recounts her past to Marilla during their journey to White Sands
- Ep. 5 · Marilla decides to accept Anne despite Mrs Spencer's denial of the mistaken request
- Ep. 6 · Matthew and Marilla decide to keep Anne at Green Gables after she returns late from a walk
- Ep. 7 · Anne Offends Mrs. Lynde and Learns to Apologize for Her Reaction
- Ep. 8 · Anne Adorns Her Plain Sunday Hat with Wildflowers Before Church