The Waltons - Mary Interview Part 4 - Behind the Scenes with Judy Norton

[@jacquiebrasher2845]

The absolute candor and deep friendship between the two of you is a joy to see. Sisterhood!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. We treasure it.

[@lilactreehouse]

This was wonderful to watch. What a beautiful enduring friendship you and Mary have. Looking forward to more future episodes with Mary as you chat about life on the set of one of my favorite shows.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@goplad1]

Mary is extraordinary. It's wonderful how appreciative she is for her life's blessings. Being part of a show as beloved as the Waltons I can understand how she is so proud of her involvement in the show. It's gratifying to see her display such appreciation for the fans and for her costars whom she developed lifelong friendships with. In fact all the Waltons cast have been so connected with their fans. Judy, as a 50 year fan of the Waltons, I really appreciate your desire to allow your fans an opportunity to share in your memories. It means so much to so many. Keep it going!

[@BeanieScooter]

Great post!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much for your lovely comments. We all feel very blessed to have had this show and “family” in our lives for 50 years.

[@starlightflores]

Mary was so delightful to see. Love hearing how she "Really" felt being on the Walton's. I am going to look for her books. A Great segment Judy, thank you.

[@judynorton2598]

Wonderful!

[@jameswright4322]

Thank you for all the work you put into these segments. Whether it is Ask Judy, or Behind the Scenes. There must be a lot of work and coordination that goes into each segment. Thank you for keeping us all connected to the Waltons! We love it.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@Michele.3142]

This was so heart warming Judy snd Mary. It is also funny to hear how you felt about scenes, hair etc that you felt could have been done differently. I did kind of wonder why more effort didn’t go into doing authentic hair styles for Elizabeth, Erin and Mary Ellen., though in the end the quality of the show still shines through it all. Thank you Mary for sharing your memories and thoughts. I have one of your books and need to go finish it! Love your writing! Best wishes on the new book! Thanks Judy for putting this together !💖

[@JB-ug5mf]

What does Mary write about? I haven't finished the video yet so my apologies if she mentions it.

[@judynorton2598]

Happy to hear that you enjoyed this last part of our chat.

[@judynorton2598]

Her first book was about her experiences on The Waltons and the other 2 are fiction books about a family in a small town.

[@anticommunist5368]

All of the Waltons cast were like family I grew up watching your show for 9 years. You were such good actors and actresses that forever you all will be loved and never forgotten !

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@robertshawiv1513]

This was such a wonderful upload Judy. You two ladies could pass for “blood sister” by the way y’all get along and talk about days gone by. Thank you two for doing these videos. 👍🏻

[@judynorton2598]

We feel like real sisters. Definitely sisters of the heart. 🥰

[@janthepooh]

One of my favorite episodes was the episode where Erin dressed as a southern belle ❤️. As for the scene where Mary Ellen was dunking Erin’s head in the water I thought was very sister like lol.

[@judynorton2598]

Such fun scenes.

[@jerryeicher6580]

You made me feel like I was there I was there, sitting at the table at meal time, and at night time I always waited to see who I was going to be able to say good night to. Very realistic series.

[@lucydavis1477]

Those smiles were wonderful!

[@danieljohnson9351]

I think it is so great that you and Mary have maintained such a close and enduring friendship for so many years. This was a great interview.

[@judynorton2598]

So special to us.

[@ringokidd387]

@@judynorton2598 all of y'all are so dear and special to us we grew up with each and every one of y'all Miss Judy we prayed when y'all prayed we laughed with y'all we cried with y'all we celebrated with y'all and it's still going stronger than the Energizer Bunny! Hahaha!

[@CynthiaH914]

I love how the two of you interact in these interviews. It's so nice to see that you all have remained close friends even after "The Waltons" show ended. Thank you so much to both of you for sharing this very enjoyable video.

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure.

[@margelman1]

I always loved it when Erin got to tell off JD PIckett---didn't happen often but those scenes were funny!

[@judynorton2598]

She did know how to keep him in line!

[@phillipcampbell6279]

Do a interview with Jim Bob

[@joanpellillo2981]

Hello Judy ! I am so glad you stayed in touch with Mary - What a blessing to be able to share your stories on being on the Walton's.

[@judynorton2598]

We feel so fortunate.

[@BOLLOCKS1968]

Hard to believe 50 years have passed since The Waltons. Watching you both got me thinking about why people today look so much younger than just 2 generations ago. I look at pictures of my parents and grandparents at my age and think ... do I look that old ? I remember seasons 8 and 9 and the scenes of the girls wearing the tight jeans of the 80s and I agree with your statement that the network was trying to stay with the times to gain viewers. I chuckled at Mary's Wow, oh, wow memory. Its funny the things from the past that stick with us. Enjoyed hearing all your memories! ✌

[@judynorton2598]

You raise great points. Generations do change.

[@HeyitsDeirdre]

this was really more cam ups dp thins raw ascends lot the lumberjack watching right now

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for watching.

[@megfuchs9425]

Thanks so much for these wonderful chats. I enjoyed these so much! I love your relationship- seeing how close you are.

[@judynorton2598]

You are so welcome!

[@Felidae-ts9wp]

Such a beautiful interview with Mary. She's such an accomplished woman. What a great relationships you both have..sisters in the true meaning of the word. Thanks Judy 💝

[@judynorton2598]

Absolutely. We feel so lucky.

[@davidcawrowl3865]

Very special. And heartfelt. I can only imagine how difficult it must have been to grow up and still have to adhere to a certain range of dialog on the show and to be told "not to question it". Frustrating and at times helpless. But from that came a good bit of humor and laughter, as well. "Hollywoodland" can be pretty quirky!

[@judynorton2598]

Yep - not every line one has to say rings true and sometimes things feel very awkward to do or say.

[@davidcawrowl3865]

@@judynorton2598 Such is the life of actors...

[@greg7656]

This was so great. Looking forward to your chat with Eric Scott. Do you think there's even a remote chance David Harper would ever consent to an appearance?

[@judynorton2598]

I doubt David will be interested in a zoom chat - not sure he’s a zoom guy :)

[@janetladd5758]

All of you had great hair!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you :)

[@FreemanVashier]

Thank you ladies! This show worked on so many levels. Grandparents to their grand children could relate.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@57highland]

There were three TV programs that all three generations watched, all together, and those three were The Ed Sullivan Show, The Jackie Gleason Show, and Hee Haw.

[@jonathanmyers2867]

Hi, Judy! Hi, Mary! Are you ladies planning for the 50th anniversary reunion of The Waltons along with your cast in September or October?

[@judynorton2598]

No plans we know of at the moment.

[@susanhousman9650]

Thank you, Judy for doing and sharing these little chats with your co-stars. I throughly enjoy each and everyone of them. ❤️

[@conniewaite4310]

Will there ever be another movie about The Walton's as Seniors?

[@judynorton2598]

It seems unlikely at this point.

[@johnsumner6593]

I loved the banter between jd and erin.

[@judynorton2598]

Such fun.

[@johnsumner6593]

@@judynorton2598 yeah it was erin sure put him in his place from time to time:)

[@phillipcampbell6279]

Sisters gave a lot of sisters perfect advice

[@judynorton2598]

Absolutely.

[@mattemery9575]

I love the interviews with your cast members. Looking forward to more like with “Olivia” or maybe get Theresa Caputo to help with “John” or Grandma or Grandpa!!!❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you are enjoying these. Think we’ll skip the psychic angle :-)

[@trazanna]

Thank you for showing us an incredible happy ending after The Waltons. Love to you both :)

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure!

[@phillipcampbell6279]

Seeing people perform in theater is really special to watch and looking up to people we admire

[@judynorton2598]

Such a great entertainment medium to experience live performance.

[@canislupis3129]

Blackfoot Trail, Calgary !

[@Mjt1262]

Thank you for another wonderful post. I feel like I've just watched two dear friends catch up which is exactly what you've done once again. Kind greetings from New York

[@judynorton2598]

Wonderful!

[@darkvader7231]

Its so nice watching you two hanging out together even though you are not physically together. Surprised to hear Mary was scolded for making suggestions by the asst director in the later seasons but I suppose this was a sign of the times and how things were changing in relation to the production of the show. You both are true professionals and an absolute joy to watch, I felt I was in the meeting as well. Thank you so much Judy, I always look forward to the delights you bring us. Best wishes from your waltonian superfan in sunny warm England😉

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed our little chat. Yes - it was crushing to be scolded at work - I had similar experiences.

[@sharonc6505]

Aww just love you all 💓 this was great! Thank you! 🤗

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure.

[@shyman99]

Wow, oh wow! So nice to hear more from Mary! (sorry Mary, couldn't resist). :) Seriously, you two were my TV sisters and just like sisters, I am so proud of the women you two have become. Especially when the industry tends to drag down even the best people. Hopefully Mary can visit again to give us an update after the completion of her latest book.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for joining us.

[@susanna3]

Great segment Judy, loved hearing you and Mary talk about your experiences and comparing notes. It is very endearing to see what a sisterly bond you have!💜

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@lynnelovett8999]

Awesome hearing from Ms Mary McDough again. What a beautiful friendship the two of you have Ms Judy . A friendship you wouldn't change for anything. I love your stories ladies and getting to know a bit more about you both. God's speed ladies.

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed our chat.

[@heygetoffmylawn1572]

I just love these various insights. Thank you for your time in doing so. Much appreciated by the many fans you all still have.

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure. Thanks for joining us.

[@theresagosselin2705]

Nice video with you and Mary Judy Love all you guys 💕💕💕

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@maryg.249]

You and Mary are very genuine and sweet. I think everyone that watched this feels they could easily sit down with you both and become immediate friends. I’m going to look up Mary’s books today. I’m assuming Amazon would be a great starting point. Sorry I don’t have Facebook (I’m probably the only American who doesn’t!! Haha) so I can’t look for them on Mary’s Facebook account. Have a great day! Another Mary.

[@barbarak2836]

I think there are a few of us not on Facebook! 😊

[@maryg.249]

@@barbarak2836 my husband is another!!

[@judynorton2598]

If you go to Mary’s website she has the books there and if you order through her she will personalize it! www.marymcdonough.com

[@maryg.249]

@@judynorton2598 that’s great. Thank you for the link.

[@phillipcampbell6279]

Didn't know till today Mary wrote books

[@megfuchs9425]

They are wonderful! One was made into a Hallmark movie.

[@tammyevans7333]

Thanks again for the segment!

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure!

[@phillipcampbell6279]

Acting keeps people really busy with their work

[@judynorton2598]

Yes it does.

[@catherinehewson3513]

These interviews with Mary were so lovely ,thank you for sharing your stories with us. You two really share an enduring sisterhood ,how blest were you . Look forward to reading Mary’s books. ♥️

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@PeekabooParrots]

I really enjoyed this segment. I loved hearing the stories and seeing the joy you both have together and always ❤️ I’ve been watching reruns on MeTV. I don’t remember as much of the shows when I watched in the 70’s with my family, so I’m re-doing that story for myself. It’s my favourite thing to watch after work. Thank you ❤️

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed this.

[@joemorris1406]

Good episode was ‘Pin Up’

[@judynorton2598]

Fun episode for Erin.

[@karenkingrey6142]

It’s always so lovely to have a visit with an old friend. Which sounds creepy doesn’t it? Lol. But you guys do feel like old friends. ❤️

[@judynorton2598]

We think of our long time viewers as part of our extended Walton family :)

[@karenkingrey6142]

Oh my gosh, that is the sweetest comment. Y’all are too nice! ❤️

[@anniehathaway3807]

So sweet.

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@italiad1013]

Hi Judy!!! (Greatest lady ever!) Question….what ages on the show were each of the kids supposed to be? Was it ever said??? Thank you kindly❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Ages were said at times. We were mostly pretty close to our own ages except Eric. Ben was younger than Eric was.

[@Cablecol]

All of you women had beautiful tresses on The Waltons💞....I have lots of hair but at 60 it's thinning on top of all places😒

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for joining us.

[@denisehilton3592]

Judy its so nice to see that you and Marybeth have such a great sisterly relationship and how close you both are with each other. I think its wonderful . ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@judynorton2598]

So great to have my “sister” in my life.

[@bobo44donemilking51]

I just watched where the Walton's took in a young boy from a orphanage for awhile and when he had to go back and everyone was sad and the childless neighbors finally decided to adopt him ,it made this retired 64 year old farmer crying his eyes out ,you see my wife couldn't have a baby and we went to adopt our son out of a orphanage in Honduras,that was 34 years ago ❤️❤️❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Happy to hear you and your wife had a happy ending with your son.

[@bobo44donemilking51]

@@judynorton2598 thanks he is a gift from god ,he's a RN now and we are hoping for grand babies

[@angelaohara4344]

So heartwarming to see Mary and you talking, laughing and reminiscing like old friends and sisters💞It’s wonderful that you both are still so close and had those amazing experiences together. That is such a blessing. I was just watching “Empty Nest”, when Erin and Mary Ellen moved in together and they were in that tiny studio apartment with John Curtis. Mary Ellen protected Erin from her boss, who was a wolf. It’s great to have a sister you can count on!! You both had some good stories and interesting people to work with. Thank you for sharing all these fun memories with us!!💖

[@judynorton2598]

We always thought it would be fun to have a spin off with Erin and Mary Ellen living together :)

[@phillipcampbell6279]

Dunking head is dangerous and could really hurt your head

[@judynorton2598]

The person being dunked should always have control of being able to surface whenever they need to.

[@lauratibbles6598]

It was so great to see Mary I love the way you talked about things that were done on the show that you thought would be of been done differently in real life I assure you I would of never said wow e wow over and guy shame on the writers they had no idea how things were done back in the day I’m 71 and that would of never happened…. I grew up in a neighborhood of mostly guys mist were very cute but they were my friends so I never gave it much thought to their looks oh my friends that was a different story but I’d tell them you don’t know them like I do and I laugh most of the time at them not to their face but I would sure laugh so I can really relate to what you were talking about different things in the show …. Judy keep them coming they are great the memories are so beautiful and blessed ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🌈🌈🌈

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@johnadam5179]

Loved, loved, loved the segments with Mary!)

[@judynorton2598]

So glad!

[@larrydemaar409]

Wow, oh wow, great girl! Great interview with Mary. Interesting that the real Erin, agreed with her.

[@judynorton2598]

I thought that was very cool.

[@cheerfullyjamie]

Hi Judy and also hi Mary! I loved this video and I clicked on the notification for this as soon as I got it I got so excited! Watching your videos makes me so happy and I look forward to it every Monday and Thursday! My name is Jamie btw I’m a really huge fan of the Walton’s and I first saw it from my parents when I was about 13 or 14 years old (I’m 21 now) you all are so amazing and make me happy :) thank you for always sharing these videos with us ❤️

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that you love the show. Great to be getting a new generation of viewers.

[@hopejohnson0395]

Just have to say I LOVE this show. I've been hooked on this show since I was very little and literately raised on this show. Another super cool thing is that I live in Virginia and I think its so cool that the Waltons are also based in VA. Thank you for bringing us the Waltons to cherish in our hearts forever. I hope to visit the place it was filmed. It's on my bucket list. Anyway your "Behind the Scenes" are super helpful. Thank you for doing this!

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoy it! That is very cool that you live in VA - it’s a beautiful area.

[@karenvoorhees5229]

It's wonderful to see the two of you interact, and the abiding love you have for one another. Thank you for sharing a bit of yourselves with us!

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure. So much fun for us too.

[@stacystoltz8722]

👋🏼 Mary 😊 🏡 🎉😊😊😊😊

[@canislupis3129]

Judy’s hair with her nurse uniform was perfect. Even stimulating… she could easily pick a pin up from them 😇

[@tubewatcher155]

This was a very refreshing episode. Thank you Judy and thank you Mary for sharing with us.

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed this.

[@fionasharp595]

Aw I so love seeing you two together. It reminds me of talking with my cousins, so comfortable and natural. Thank you both, I know we have all thoroughly enjoyed this. (I’m off to find the New Adventures of Old Christine ) - hope to see the new book soon Mary.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for supporting Mary’s work - she really is wonderfully talented.

[@fionasharp595]

Aw xx you both are xx

[@EJSJ54]

Judy, great segment with you and Mary. I can see the "sister" love that you both have after all these years! By the way, I never noticed that the women's hair styles were different back then. Just a guy thing I guess! 😊

[@judynorton2598]

Makes sense :)

[@janetrutger60]

I have two daughters & one was a tomboy & one was a prissy, tattletale & her name was Erin also lol, love hearing your stories. ♥️♥️

[@judynorton2598]

Oh wow. How fun.

[@robbinwofford6973]

I just loved it when Mary put on the ball dress I would often at work when the bosses would have us try to do to much at once and I would act like a robot and say I am human I am not a robot lol 😂 so this just shows careful how you treat your workers you just might get what you ask for 🤣🤣

[@robbinwofford6973]

@@johnmichael7425 Facebook message.

[@judynorton2598]

Very true. You can ask a lot of people if you do it with kindness and appreciation.

[@cadeevans4623]

Great interview Mary and judy love these thanks for sharing love you all

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for joining us.

[@cadeevans4623]

My pleasure judy happy to join you all

[@BeanieScooter]

Hooray! Love the interaction. Thank you so much for sharing these, Judy and Mary. I also read 2 of her books - so far. Best wishes always.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for joining us.

[@BeanieScooter]

@@judynorton2598 the bridesmaid dress you wore for 'Erin's' wedding was beautiful!

[@johnsumner6593]

I really wished they had kept GW around, to see how further it went

[@judynorton2598]

Would have been interesting.

[@johnsumner6593]

@@judynorton2598 yes it would have been

[@marysmith2501]

Absolutely love the episode where she dressed as a Southern Bell. Funny how she talked about one with her and Paul Northridge and right after I watched this it was time for the Walton’s on Me TV and it was the episode where she first met Paul. Love you guys. Can’t wait to hear about what you all have planned for the 50th Anniversary.

[@judynorton2598]

Great timing. I love that!

[@hikerx9366]

Really love Mary's honesty and her ability to face the obstacles she's had throughout her life, both good and bad. Thanks ladies, until next time... God Bless 🙏

[@judynorton2598]

She’s such an inspiration.

[@hikerx9366]

@@judynorton2598 You both are.....

[@dawnbenchley7237]

A great interview, Judy. Looking forward of reading Mary's books.

[@judynorton2598]

Wonderful.

[@stefanienewbill3748]

Great interview. Loved the proposel episode. Sisterly love.

[@judynorton2598]

Great story!

[@peaceshepherding529]

Agree w/all appreciative comments. + Speaking up, even when there’s backlash - as closed systems often inflict - still moves the needle forward! Not forgetting, silence continues to be routine where exclusion is imposed. Thank you, Mary, for your advocacy supporting open dialogue. Also this, as other examples, suggests The Waltons may have been able to continue with its earliest strengths had the Corporate structure valued Cooperation with the Creative more than simple hierarchy. I’m so glad Mr. Hamner originally had cooperation and you, as a team, say he supported that with cast & crew, too. Great to see your happiness & closeness. Thrive on & Thanks for sharing!!

[@judynorton2598]

Respect in the work place is a very important aspect.

[@loislane4421]

Were the actresses weight shamed?

[@megfuchs9425]

From what Mary said in one of her interviews, she was.

[@judynorton2598]

As Meg mentioned - Mary spoke about experiencing that from the wardrobe dept.

[@candyhr4152]

Being a wife and mother is enough for many of us. That's why I identify with olivia walton. We shouldn't feel the need to apologize for not working outside the home. We are not less than others, we are homemakers, hear us roar!! 🥰

[@judynorton2598]

So true. Some of the hardest work is done my homemakers.

[@jmsask]

👏🍻

[@starlightflores]

Is it possible to list Mary's books. I'd like to search for them.

[@judynorton2598]

Check out her website - they are all listed and available and she signs them!! www.marymcdonough.com

[@starlightflores]

@@judynorton2598 ordered all 3. However; had to go threw Amazon because her link takes you there. I hope they are still signed

[@phillipcampbell6279]

JD was a mean jerk boss on the show

[@judynorton2598]

Fortunately Erin and Mary Ellen were pretty good at making him do the right thing.

[@elizabethbeckman1947]

Thank you for sharing, Judy! Mary made wonderful contributions and continues to do so. Always felt a connection with Mary, her SFV roots, sensing her influence in the use of Northridge, that would become Erin's married name on The Waltons; if true, glad the production team listened and took her suggestion.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for joining us.

[@mao2233]

Dear Judy, thank you again for sharing more of your conversation with Mary. I was right, I CAN listen to the two of you talk for hours and I enjoyed every minute of it. You two just click so well. I love watching your faces as you talk to each other. The affection for each other just shines through. I am so glad Mary mentioned her part on "The New Adventures of Old Christine." I have loved her character on that show for years. She was so good at being so bad! Just wonderful. The two of you are just delightful. If you would like to do more of these talks with each other, please know you have at least one interested fan. Can't wait for your next video. Your videos (and you) (and Mary) (and any others of the "Waltons" family) make my days brighter. Peace always.

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that.

[@Nancy-mg3uc]

And now we are all learning so much more with these candid interviews and all of the cast members keeping the show alive! Mary mentioned that Richard asked her why she didn’t tell them what was going on and she said she was trained not to and it didn’t seem safe. That was the culture for most people back then for many reasons and generations before, not only in Hollywood Land. I hope Mary records her her books (she records them herself) for Audible as that would be a good outlet. Right now I only see a couple of them listed there and they are narrated by someone else. You two are about the age of my older siblings and I was the youngest, so it is fabulous to see you reminiscing about your alternate Waltons family experiences as if they were just as real as me and my siblings talking about our growing up years and what is going on today (and if we dare to feel safe to spill any secrets). Sometimes they slip out.

[@JB-ug5mf]

Hello. Do you know what Mary is referring to when she was speaking to Richard? I haven't read any of the books written by her yet. I didn't know she is an author until this video.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for sharing your personal experience as well.

[@judynorton2598]

In her book “Lessons From the Mountain” about her time during The Waltons - she spoke about many personal things. Self image issues etc.

[@michelehumphrey852]

I enjoyed the Hallmark Channel adaptation of Mary’s book Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane. Would love to see more of her work on television.

[@judynorton2598]

I thought it was a really sweet show and Mary was lovely in it.

[@tmoonjumpr]

This is a real thrill to see! I just happened for no particular reason to start streaming the Waltons on Freevee, and found myself remembering watching the later season eps as a kid, and being enthralled with them. So I skipped ahead to Season 9, and found the episodes are *so* well-written and immersive. Even with the departure of the parents, I so wish it could have continued on another few years (as a series, that is). And, too funny! I just the other night was watching Mary Ellen in the episode where she was determined to go to medical school, I think, and all I could think in one scene of Judy was, "Nothing comes between me and my Calvins," lol. I noticed the same thing. Something with Happy Days, Waltons, all period piece shows in the late 1970s/early 80s that seemed to stop trying for style/fashion accuracy. And, yet, at least with the Waltons, there are some episodes in the 9th season where the effort is truly strived for. It doesn't feel like anything is missing in the final season (with the absence of now both Ralph Waite and Michael Learned), because the cast and writing and storylines are SO good. Could write forever, but one thought. They made a "reboot" movie last year that they hoped would be turned into a series. Speaking for myself, what we'd really love to see is a limited (or not so limited!) series that picks up with you, Mary, the other siblings, and Michael Learned. You are the reason we tune in, and why it endures. Thanks for the joy you've all brought!

[@tmoonjumpr]

Said to a very dear friend of mine, "Why was I drawn to the Waltons after so many years? Not to mention the final season? It was never something that would ever enter my mind." In retrospect, it really saved my life. Was in a very dark corner over the last year with more loss than I seemed to be able to handle. There were some key episodes in there about love and compassion. What's funny is, watching it on Freevee, it's occasionally spattered with 2022 ads. I find I have to mute them. The messaging in the ads seems so out of place and so foreign to the wisdom in the show that *actually* helps lives and saves them. We really live in such different times now. For whatever reason, when my faith was really at its lowest ebb, some thought entered to watch the Waltons, unconscious and silly as it seemed at the time. It really saved me. Thankful. If you ever get that series that lets us see where the Walton clan is (in I'm guessing the 1990s or so, going on shifting timelines), I can only pray the writers sourced to do it have this same innate wisdom and kindness for all people that seems so lacking in these current times.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for continuing to watch and for sharing about your own life experiences. I’m so glad the show has been a source of comfort in your life.

[@MikeM-gd9fb]

Watching you two is like watching real sisters! This is the best thing on KZbin. I hope the rest of the Walton kids do this.

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@connie6515]

Judy I just love watching the Walton’s. It would be hard for me to pick a favorite actor on the show because I love every one of them. I’ve actually just got through watching the whole series again. It gives me such peace to watch how things were back in the days considering how bad it is now. Thank you all you’ve done to make this happen. Connie

[@judynorton2598]

Our pleasure. Thank you.

[@judygrabowski9096]

So fun to see you both together. I loved all 4 parts The Walton’s were such a huge part of my childhood!

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed our chat.

[@lynnf3337]

I smiled from start to finish while watching this. Y'all are just wonderful!!

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that.

[@gusakel1143]

Love you both 💓

[@judynorton2598]

🥰

[@Dan.1]

Both of you ladies look amazing and in my opinion you played major roles in one of the greatest tv series ever made. Beautiful stories, wonderful characters, a simpler time and there is nothing like it on tv today. And the episodes still hold up well today. Thank you ladies for this lovely video. :)

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@marilynbattle2299]

It is a shame you couldn’t voice your opinions. You all made money for these directors and producers. I have watched every episode, every season. I find myself thinking what “should have been”. Like not killing Curt, Richard staying until show was over. Etc!

[@judynorton2598]

True - we were simply there to facilitate the story.

[@catherinegleason1365]

Judy, love your chats with past co-stars. Always interesting hearing the memories!

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you like them!

[@nitashadow2860]

Everything you all talked about was so heart warming. Life is so short and i know you both Treasure the moment's .hi from lutz.florida USA

[@judynorton2598]

So special to have such a life long relationship.

[@stacystoltz8722]

Cute

[@michellebarclay7574]

I just love the candor and the appreciation that you both show for each other!! " An enduring loving friendship ". Thank you both!!

[@judynorton2598]

Sisters forever ❤️

[@marilynbattle2299]

Excellent behind the scenes.

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you enjoyed it.

[@sweetfreddie]

I always enjoy these episodes but this one was especially interesting. Thank you Judy.

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that.

[@BetteDavis19]

aw! I've felt so alone too, and also gone through a chronic illness like Mary did. I also felt, like she just said, trained that it was not safe to share what was going on! I'm 22 now, and really coming out of that and into myself more, and my passion in life is for acting and dance which I am going into now! I am so inspired by you, Judy and Mary. Is Mary still doing life coaching? Haha, I honestly feel I can relate to her on so much that she's spoken about on this youtube series, and I would feel honored to maybe get to communicate with her in any way in the future! If she is still interested in that in any way, I'm kind of own my own in my journey right now, and I would love to contact her! :)

[@judynorton2598]

I wish you joy in your life journey. You can reach out to Mary through her website. www.marymcdonough.com.

[@BetteDavis19]

@@judynorton2598 Wow! Thank you so much, Judy! I can't say how much I appreciate that. I had no idea of her site, so, thank you for sharing this on your platform!! You just got her some business :) Have a great day!

[@melissaphillips3088]

Love to see you two ladies talking about the show. You both are such wonderful role models for young actors. Thank you for the behind the scenes stories. Lovely to see Mary again. 💕

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for joining us.