Ep. 46: Anne weighs staying at Green Gables against continuing her education for Matthew's sake.
Aired on December 2, 1979
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Anne struggles with her future, torn between remaining at Green Gables to assist the aging Matthew and Marilla or pursuing further education. Matthew’s declining health intensifies her anxiety, leading her to wish she had been born male to better support them. Matthew comforts Anne, stating that even a dozen boys could not replace her value. In a significant moment, he explicitly refers to Anne as his daughter, reassuring her of her irreplaceable place in his life despite her concerns about her gender and future path.
Episodes
- Ep. 42 · Anne Finds Motivation for University Scholarship Amidst Initial Sadness
- Ep. 43 · Anne struggles to share her study plans with Marilla and Matthew during her weekend stay at Green Gables.
- Ep. 44 · Anne Bravely Faces a Snowstorm to Visit Matthew at Green Gables
- Ep. 45 · Anne and Gilbert receive their awards at graduation before Anne returns home to Green Gables.
- Ep. 46 · Anne weighs staying at Green Gables against continuing her education for Matthew's sake.
- Ep. 47 · Matthew's Death Shocks Avonlea as Anne and Marilla Grieve Together at Green Gables
- Ep. 48 · Anne copes with guilt after Matthew's burial while Marilla reflects on lost love with Gilbert's father.
- Ep. 49 · Marilla’s Eye Condition Forces Anne to Abandon University Plans
- Ep. 50 · Anne adjusts to her new life and reconciles with Gilbert after news of her university plans spreads.