The Waltons - NY 2024 - Behind the Scenes with Judy Norton

[@MsSweetpea1958]

So many timeless and well loved episodes, look forward to them even more now than then.

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that. Thank you.

[@pamdelong5113]

You never age beautiful as ever❤❤❤

[@judynorton2598]

Very kind of you to say.

[@armandogonzales9304]

As The Waltons lived during those 9 seasons, we Gonzales kids also grew up with you.

[@judynorton2598]

Wonderful!

[@teachingbeyond2017]

I watch The Waltons every day. Last month, they did a week long marathon. I was in heaven...

[@judynorton2598]

Awesome!!

[@PhillipCampbell-js3ho]

THAT WAS A BEAUTIFUL PRETEND WEDDING OF YOURS.

[@normakennedy4569]

Judy Norton thank you so much for talking to us about the Waltons. That was the best show ever.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@alicemcleod6149]

This is a wonderful stroll down MEMORY LANE; yes, i think the first 5 seasons were the best seasons because the whole family was together. But there are always changes in all families but The Waltons is still a first class show and to be honest, they just don't make shows like The Waltons anymore. Many thanks for creating and sharing these videos with your fans. Happy New Year to you and have a wonderful 2024!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. Very true - lots of growth and change over the seasons. Thanks for staying with us through it all.

[@stacystoltz8722]

❤😊😊😊🎉🎉🎉 Happy new Year 2024🎉❤😊😊😊

[@larrydemaar409]

Yes, a lot of big changes on the Waltons over the years. Thanks for explaining them and enlightening us. Looking forward to another good year.

[@judynorton2598]

You bet!

[@megfuchs9425]

Happy New Year Judy and Waltons fans/family! What a way to start 2024! Judy, I love your top ! Thank you for all you do!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you!

[@JackKirbyFan]

Judy you are the best. Every time I hear of some commentator trashing actors, it makes me extremely sad. They are making that judgment without really any knowledge of how the industry works or how hard it is to be an actor and survive that difficult world. But, you have educated me, taught me so much about the film industry that yes Judy - I now read the credits and notice the AD's and the Key Grip and so many people who make a film happen. I even know what those roles are thanks to you. I now understand that even a badly made film deserves respect because I know those people put their heart and soul into it and it just didn't work out for them. It happens. So thank you for giving me a great perspective and making me appreciate all those people in front of - and behind the camera. Now, I do have one request. Can you possible get a writer (would really love that) or a lighting tech or key grip or makeup or just any of the many people that worked so hard on that show for an interview? I would love to hear their stories as well. Thanks!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for your kind comments. I’ll see if I can bring in someone from the tech side.

[@lockjaw255]

So many wonderful episodes. I just watched the one when Grandma came home after her stroke. I wondered how Will Geer felt knowing he was the one who found her in her home after her stroke, saving her life. Then he yells, “whoopie! You’ve come home!” It must have had double meaning. What great people Will Geer and Ellen Corby were.

[@judynorton2598]

Sometimes acting and real life really do merge.

[@floydiandreamscapes5145]

They truly were. They played their parts so well you'd think they'd been married for decades in real life. They even had their pet names for each other. Woman! And old fool! Haha.

[@1burnman]

The waltons is an absolute joy to watch I love the show and Mary Ellen is my favorite character and you were phenomenal Judy

[@charlessmith5321]

You are correct, the first 5 seasons when the family lived together and especially when the kids were small was the absolute best of the Waltons. John Boy leaving was the beginning of the changing of the family dynamics and the special family feeling of the show. However the show was so well written that the storylines carried on a different almost equal feeling of the show. The grandma storyline was heart warming. The losing of grandpa was so sad but sweet at the same time. Watching the older kids venture out a bit was nice to see. For me when it started changing again was when the war entered into the story lines. It was still written well but the innocence and sweet feeling of the show was diminishing. Then when mama left the show I believe that was the beginning of the end. If I remember correctly John left to be with Olivia. Most of the family dynamics were gone. They brought in Rose to fill a gap and for what she was tasked with, she did a marvelous job. But it just wasn't the same. And then the second John Boy. You can't replace Richard Thomas. I don't fault the actor because he too did a wonderful job and I actually liked him but that was an impossible task to perform, becoming John Boy. I think the producers were grasping at straws. I watched the show until the end still enjoying the remaining family and community but the sweet feeling of the show when everyone was together was gone.

[@carlfreeman5429]

Marry Ellen was a STRONG PERSON! She was a Ton boy type person to a beautiful woman ! She a Free Spirit! She became a Nurse then a Doctor, Not to many Women Doctors back in those Days!

[@redrooster1908.]

Happy New Year, 2024, Judy!

[@judynorton2598]

Happy New Year to you too!

[@kristiLB93]

Happy New Year! I'm always greatful for good shows like The Walton's that endure. That the wonderful family values and lessons of the show can still be shared with future generations.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you! So glad you feel that way about the show.

[@Cablecol]

Happy New Year 2024 Ms. Judy❤🎉 I've been away from KZbin for a while but I had to drop a line for your channel. One of the best on KZbin for sure 💯.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@michaelhayes1340]

Happy New Year 2024

[@judynorton2598]

Woo hoo!!!

[@kellyeggers2720]

Judy. You really are a lovely woman. Happy healthy joyous new year to you and yours. Here’s hoping the best is yet to come!❤

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@kellyeggers2720]

@@judynorton2598 ♥️

[@slim-oneslim8014]

"The Firestorm." Outstanding episode! Second only to "The Homecoming." Happy New Year!

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you feel that way.

[@kathijohnson7878]

I saw an interview with Ms.Learned after the passing of Ralph Waite and she explained how you all got together for the holidays and the last one she had stated that he went around to all of you and made sure that you all knew how much he loved you all.I was so happy to hear that you all had a strong bond even after the show ended.

[@judynorton2598]

It was a very special gathering and meant a lot to me to share those moments with him.

[@ablelock]

I wish they could have a reunion movie of you guys that are still survivors of the show. I never miss a show I’ve watched the reruns over and over and over again and I just think it would be neat if they could bring the family together every so often, even with the survivors that are there, because we know in real life that people move on pass away and so forth, but it would still be neat I think.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. It would be nice.

[@cadeevans4623]

Awesome thanks once again for sharing judy been enjoying waltons A lot lately

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for watching!

[@cadeevans4623]

Always my pleasure judy

[@williamkirby3712]

Still watching every night on prime. For the second time. On season 7 now. Which is one of my favorite season.

[@judynorton2598]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@williamkirby3712]

@@judynorton2598 no. Thank you. I enjoy watching

[@EmilyRodgers1837]

I think my favorite of the ones you mentioned here is Grandma Comes Home. Seeing Grandma and Grandpa together again really touches my heart. And it was so good to see Ellen after her being away from the show for so long. Although, the episode is bittersweet knowing it is the last one with Will Geer.

[@judynorton2598]

So true. Bittersweet to have Ellen back then lose Will - but so glad we had them together for one more.

[@rgolichowski]

Happy New Year Judy. Wishing you and your family much health and happiness in this new year. Glad you are back with more memories for us. ❤️❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks so much.

[@DeeGavaldon]

The Walton's reflected changes, growth and loss in a real word way, at least as real as Hollywood can! I would venture that Ellen Corby was the first actor to be accorded the opportunity to return inspite of the after effects of the stroke. What a courageous decision by the studio and producers to allow her to return. People with disabilities must have felt honored to be recognized through the character of Grandma.

[@judynorton2598]

Very true. I do know an actor in Andy Griffith also suffered a stroke, but his was not as debilitating as Ellen’s. I thought it was so wonderful they had her back.

[@nancysaffield5337]

Though I have always loved the Waltons, grandma was always one of my favorite characters. When she had her stroke honestly The Waltons just bumped up a couple more notches in the fact that like you said her character was not written out of the show. She was a wonderful actress and I'm so glad that what she went through in her personal life though extremely difficult and I'm sure sad in a lot of ways was interwoven into the storyline when she came back it was a blessing to see her again. Felt like she was my grandmother.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for sharing you wonderful comments.

[@nancysaffield5337]

@@judynorton2598 you're so welcome Judy. The Waltons was more than just another show. It was really the fabric of our lives.

[@melissaphillips3088]

Happy New Year Judy🎉 I hope this new year brings you lots of happy moments,great health and happiness♥️🥂

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you!

[@PhillipCampbell-js3ho]

We are watching today the Rose Bowl Parade and also the Mummers Parade.

[@angelsinlove87]

Happy New Year, Judy! I'm really enjoying these behind-the-scenes videos and finding out things I never knew. I love the Waltons show and have the complete series on dvd that we watch quite often.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much. So happy to hear that.

[@celestelazar5140]

Nice synopsis of the years of the show, Judy. It's easy to see how all of you really did become a "real" family over the years.

[@judynorton2598]

WE really did become a family :)

[@alensley1368]

Thanks, Judy, for another great video. So many great episodes. The Firestorm was a great episode. I think it was one of Richard Thomas's best episodes. I still love watching the show. I also loved the episode remembering Grandpa. Will was a great part of the show.

[@judynorton2598]

One of my favorite’s too.

[@kathijohnson7878]

I loved Curt's marriage proposal to you!! That was not done very much in that day. I was so very upset with the loss of Will ,a.k.a.Grandpa, and the heartfelt Ellen Corbe showed on her face at his loss.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for sharing your stand outs.

[@heatherpfender6913]

Terrific walk down memory lane. This was one of my favorite episodes that you’ve done… thankyou

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure - so glad you enjoyed it.

[@fifi-32]

Loved the recap of shows. As in life, children grow up and move on, but memories remain, thank goodness. Erin seemed to have a lot of boyfriends. But she had the worse luck with them. She experienced so much, I’m surprised she did get married in one of the Walton’s Reunion movies, but, even that didn’t last. I so wanted her together with Ashley, but it wouldn’t have worked since they would have had to get a replacement. Those two just clicked! I know Jonathan Frakes had other commitments and couldn’t return. Loved this review! Thanks! Happy New Year!

[@judynorton2598]

Glad you enjoyed this.

[@reneealcorn1283]

The scene where Mrs Brimmer read the German Bible and translating it to english .. always touched me

[@judynorton2598]

Me too! Such a standout.

[@CatFoisy]

Happy New Year Judy, glad you continuing on with the KZbin series , enjoy listening to the various topics you cover ❤

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you are enjoying these.

[@lindadee6603]

Hello Judy 😊 Yes the first 5 episodes were of the whole family. In life family members pass away and I don't think it would have worked to replace granpa etc.

[@judynorton2598]

Those were wonderful years.

[@gabriellefortier8733]

Happy New Year Judy!

[@judynorton2598]

🥰🎉

[@lydiajusticekimball4829]

Terrific recap! Yes, I agree,the first five seasons seemed to be the hardiest of all the seasons. Question: Where was Frazier(sp?)Park located? Looked on a California map but can’t locate the spot.

[@judynorton2598]

It is about 90 min North of Los Angeles in Kern County in the Cajon Pass.

[@beckyadams4929]

Happy New Year

[@trishlilly7863]

Blessed New Year. Season 7 1st episode Empty Nest here. No grandpa!

[@judynorton2598]

Another sad change for the family.

[@tonideluca8569]

Happy New Year 🎉

[@judynorton2598]

You too!

[@mitchrobinson3076]

All of the seasons were good, but the ones that included all of the original cast members were special. I wish there had been more episodes featuring Martha Corinne. She was a wonderful character. I also wish there had been more episodes featuring Mary Ellen treating the illnesses and ailments of the reclusive people up on the mountain. Those were great episodes. Towards the end of the series, I was not really sure about the character of Rose, but I grew to appreciate how she loved the family. Her grandchildren could be a bit annoying though. Best wishes in 2024.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for watching and for sharing your thoughts.

[@giovanniamabile6417]

Happy new year to you ❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Same to you!

[@HeyitsDeirdre]

I watched the empty nest today on metv

[@judynorton2598]

Awesome!

[@latonyahughes5638]

I’m just soooo glad they didn’t replace Ellen Corby as grandma on the show😌🥰😘

[@judynorton2598]

Me too!

[@latonyahughes5638]

@@judynorton2598 ❤️❤️

[@marikaybatina3022]

Please do not sell yourself or the other actors short. Yes, Richard Thomas was phenomenal in the Waltons and was sorely missed after his amazing 5 years (Thank you!). And when Michael Learned left the series, it survived another major actor's departure. But the remaining actors and new ones brought in (Cindy and Rose and her grandkids for example) continued to carry the series and contribute to many memorable episodes and endearing story lines. 😊❤

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much. Really appreciate that.

[@fionasharp595]

Loved all the episodes mentioned. If you had been given the choice would you have liked Mary Ellen to stay single or perhaps married but without children for a lot longer? Happy New Year to you and yours , I hope it’s a more gentle one for us all ❤

[@judynorton2598]

Yes, I think the relationship with Curt during a courtship could have been a lot of fun and then perhaps marry later - or not… either could have presented lots of fun storylines.

[@fionasharp595]

@@judynorton2598 I can absolutely see that making brilliant episodes.

[@stevesmith5140]

Kind of weird that johnboy never graduated from college. Once he started the paper his college career just faded away. His highschool graduation was such a highlight in the show. You would think having the first college graduate in the family would be a big celebration.

[@judynorton2598]

Interesting they never tied that up. Perhaps we’re meant to believe he was near graduating and did it before leaving for New York. :)

[@tommyriam8320]

4:56 Looks to be a young Richard Hatch that we're catching but a fleeting glimpse of here..

[@judynorton2598]

Yes - as part of the Walton cousins up in the mountains.

[@warp9p659]

The entire series was wonderful, start to finish, but I agree that the strongest episodes were during the first five years when the entire family was together at home. I thought the same about All In The Family. That show wasn't as good after Mike and Gloria moved out of the Bunker house. It just didn't have the same feel after that.

[@judynorton2598]

I understand.

[@PontiacS.]

Happy New Year Judy. Mary Ellen was the Rebel and represented the "Women's Liberation" movement that was going on in the early 70's.I see it that way, anywayz.

[@judynorton2598]

I love that!! Thank you.

[@TheTwoTravelersInMexico]

Were you ever able to suggest dialogue changes for Mary Ellen if you didn't feel that the dialogue was suited the character Mary Ellen? -Marc

[@judynorton2598]

I did question things at times - didn’t always win :)

[@merlinsandoz6627]

Was wondering if y'all plan on having a get together in New Orleans. I know you have one coming up in Waco Texas but would love to see y'all come in New Orleans

[@judynorton2598]

Sorry, nothing scheduled for New Orleans on the calendar currently.

[@ericsneary5430]

Do you think of you were too type cast from the Waltons to be offered reoccurring roles on other series?

[@judynorton2598]

Hard to know.

[@jeandotson5727]

Dear Judy. I spend each weekday from 12:00 - 1:00 escaping reality whilst watching The Waltons here in Atlanta on ME TV. I watched the show when it originally aired, as did my whole family. I can’t begin to tell you the joy I find in rewatching each episode now. It’s an escape, it’s an emotional experience and I am forever grateful to be a part of it. I enjoy your channel and hope to get the book you showed. I tear up when I realize so many members of The Walton cast have passed away. I wish you peace and love in 2024!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for continuing to watch.

[@westvalley411]

I watch at the same time, same channel in California. Got me through the pandemic working remotely. What a great show, and thank you, Judy!!

[@trishlilly7863]

Noon -1pm daily. West Virginia. Yes I have it on DVD but every time it's on TV I still watch it no matter. And Judy's channel is fantastic Again another perk we fans have still connected to the cast & show! 😂❤ TY Judy.

[@jrcriner6542]

How they did the house fire before cgi was amazing. The firestorm where Mrs Brimmer reads the Bible in German and the English still makes me tear up

[@judynorton2598]

It is remarkable how these were done with no SFX. We used real fire!

[@catherinegleason1365]

Having lost a child in infancy myself, I was particularly touched by Jim-Bobs lost twin. The ending where he gives Mama a huge hug brings tears every time. Thank-you for keeping these episodes alive with your reviews! Happy New Year!

[@judynorton2598]

Sorry for your loss.

[@megfuchs9425]

I love how you re- capped the seasons very appropriate! SO MANY wonderful episodes to reminisce about! Thank you as ever!

[@deniseaukerman]

This is a beautiful recap of the 9 seasons of The Waltons! I agree with you that you all still did perform some excellent and relevant episodes after season 5. The last 4 seasons were absolutely necessary to complete the full story of the family. I wish it could have gone on longer.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. I appreciate that.

[@kevintrefry6330]

The recap was really well done. It answered questions I think we all had. The You Tube videos inform in such an honest straight forward manner.

[@westvalley411]

Yes, a New Years Walton show would have been a great reason for Grandpa to celebtate with the recipe, wink!!

[@judynorton2598]

True - It seems like something the Baldwin Sisters would host.

[@julieann5196]

I know the burn out was pretty special to me and brings back memories when our house burnt down and us siblings were scattered about until our parents could find a house for us to live in all together until our new house could be built. Looking forward to some great videos in 2024. Thank you Judy for sharing your memories of The Waltons.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for watching!

[@loreleigoldman2460]

@judynorton2598 I not only never missed an episode, but my favorite Walton family tradition was when the whole family said goodnight at the end of each episode. “Goodnight John Boy.”

[@ladyk63200]

Happy New Year, Judy!! I loved how you reviewed each season with us. I so enjoyed every season and moment of each one. The Firestorm was such a great learning experience for everyone. I still cry when I hear Mrs Brimmer reading the first chapter of the Bible in German and then in English. That was such a powerful scene that not only brought the community together but also gave Erin a better understanding of life and John Boy. Your show has brought so much joy to me over the years and how real these episodes were to real life confirmed by my Aunt who was the same age as John Boy and my Mom who was the same age as Elizabeth given me a connection with your show from the stories they told and how accurate the Waltons are of life in those days. Thank you for your care in bringing these videos. I pray you and your family have a glorious New Year!🥰

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much for sharing your own experience with the show.

[@sharonc6505]

Have a Happy New Year Judy 🎉🎆🕺🏻💫 Many years of Waltons to come ! 🏠🌳🌄

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@gusakel1143]

Happy New Year, 2024, Judy! From start to finish The Walton became such a legendary series and family favorite all around the country. I witnessed it from start to finish from the start of the 1971 The Homecoming, A Christmas Story to The Waltons and the six Walton movies as a teen, The Waltons are so dear to my heart always. ❤️ 😊🎉

[@judynorton2598]

I really appreciate that. Thank you.

[@theofficialdiamondlou2418]

I loved the character Martha Carin , she was such an amazing actress. And fit the role perfectly. 🤠🎸🎶🙏

[@judynorton2598]

I agree. She really did evoke an earlier era.

[@roybiedrycki4003]

Happy new year Judy & all of the Walton families ❤

[@judynorton2598]

🎉

[@maxinemyers9215]

Thank you Judy for all the work you do to bring us the video’s 💐 Happy New Year to you and your family 🎊🌷

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@darkvader7231]

Happy New Year Judy, that was an excellent recap of some of the key episodes in the various seasons. I have been hearing good news today so feel the year will be positive and good. The best news was my nephew (sisters son) is going to be a father and I'll be a grand uncle😁!! This is the sister who is a massive Waltons fan. I do believe this is the start to the new year I needed. Thank you Judy for todays segment and best wishes to you from your waltonian superfan in a very very wet miserable England😉

[@judynorton2598]

Awesome! Great news to start 2024.

[@LisaLisa-2023]

DarkVader!! Congratulations Grand Uncle! How cool is that? Happy New Year again. I've just started to catch up with Judy's segments tonight Jan 27, 2024. Seems like eons ago that I was last here posting but it was only 3 weeks ago, when you miss a segment or two, you really feel kinda lost, I guess its because we have come to know Judy and her fans and each other in this inviting peaceful setting. Sorry, I ramble on. Congrats to your sister too, who is a Grandmother. all the best.

[@darkvader7231]

@@LisaLisa-2023 thank you Lisa Lisa and a happy new year to you and yours as well. Wishing 2024 brings peace and live to the world!!

[@CarpeDiamCoramDao]

Judy I felt like I grew up with you and your family on Walton's mountain! Thanks for the behind the scenes you share. Your presentation is like reminiscing at a family reunion!

[@marilynbusse4446]

So did I

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that.

[@Felidae-ts9wp]

Happy New Year to you Judy and to all The Waltons friends here on Judy's channel. ❤

[@judynorton2598]

🥰🎉

[@kareendelconte]

HNY, Judy! Love and blessings to you and your family in 2024!🙏❤🎉🎉🎉😊

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you!

[@cates2613]

Hi Judy. I was a young adult when the Waltons premiered and I never watched it. I discovered it in reruns about 5 years ago and absolutely fell in love with it. What a wonderful show! I absolutely love all the characters (and the animals!) but my favorite has always been Ralph Waite. That man's face and eyes could convey so much emotion. I'm assuming he was as lovely in person as he was on your show. Wishing you the best for 2024.

[@judynorton2598]

Indeed, I felt Ralph was brilliant as John Walton.

[@Billthemusicman]

Of all the episodes I’ve seen of the behind the scenes, this has the best editing and story line. Very informative and heartfelt story of the seasons you outlined and I look forward to the remaining ones. Thank you!❤

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much.

[@elizabethhjenkins6172]

Such a great synopsis of the first five seasons. I was the first to leave home in my family. I have heard how my leaving changed the family dynamics not for the bad but just in a different way. My folks are long gone now but my two siblings and I are just fine and have good relationships with each other even when we disagree. That is the way family life evolves and Earl Hamner was spot on with what he did. I guess that is why The Walton’s will most likely outlive us all. It was that good. I speak as an 80 year old.

[@judynorton2598]

Very true. I agree - life evolves, as do we all. No point in resisting it - just embrace and choose your path forward. Happy New Year.

[@johnsumner6593]

i remember the quilting that was a wonderful episode, loved the fact that your character stood up for herself

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you!

[@rogertemple7193]

I really enjoy watching your videos about the Walton's and I'll keep on watching in 2024, i have the book about the Walton's that you were reading from and enjoyed reading the episode guide and the list of guest performers in the episodes, Ronie Clare Edwards who played Cora Beth was from Oklahoma which is my home state as well and Happy New Year in 2024 Judy Thank You.❤🇺🇲📺🇺🇲📺🇺🇲❤

[@judynorton2598]

So happy to hear that. Thank you.

[@royalwolf5684]

Judy thankyou for the wonderful video I hope your family and the Walton fa.ily have a great new year thanks again I look forward to more videos in 2024

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. Happy New Year.

[@victoriaratajeski6843]

The Waltons was such a great show. Love to hear your memories of that time! Happy New Year!

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure. Happy New Year!

[@marjeaneking212]

Happy New Year! And yes seasons 1-5 were the best. I watch them all. But Richard Thomas added such a huge dynamic of chemistry btwn all of you. I believe even if you would've left after 5 the series would have lost a lot of it's impact. Thank you, Judy. Looking forward to more of your segments.

[@judynorton2598]

Thanks for taking the journey with us.

[@terrymanning3706]

Happy New Year Judy. Enjoy the ride! 🐴

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you!!

[@jrcriner6542]

Love this vlog. Martha ( I can’t spell her last name lol) she reminded me of my own grandmother. The way she dressed and her demeanor was spot on. My grandmother never cut her hair and she kept it in a bun. I really enjoyed the episodes with Harley And Verdi great actors.

[@judynorton2598]

So glad you have enjoyed the various characters we introduced.

[@seanjamescameron]

Happy New Year. I agree, I tend to watch the first 5 series as I like to see everyone together especially the grandparents. I just don't connect with the later episodes sadly.

[@judynorton2598]

No worries… we appreciate whatever episodes you watch.

[@chefvaleriewilson8738]

'The Conflict' episode has to be one of my favorites. To see the family that had been there for generations forced off their land was heart breaking. I think that show did a great job of teaching about what happened to those families who lost their homes. It was heart breaking to see Martha Corrine have to move from the house she built with her husband and had lived her whole adult life in that home. During 'The Firestorm' I always cry when Mrs. Brimmer reads the line from the Bible in German. Watching this re cap of the years and what happened is like re living family memories. I know it is a TV show, but it was so well done, it was so real also. Thanks for the video. Happy New Year!

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. I’m so glad you enjoyed this overview.

[@billgrandone3552]

HAPPY NEW YEAR JUDY. When I look back at the year and count my blessings I am joyful that though Nancy and I have our health problems, we are still alive and active and have a better than average chance of celebrating our real 50th wedding anniversary in July. We had a celebration of sorts in 2022 when there was some question as to whether I would make it this far. But as I look back on the year, the real highlight was getting to meet you and Mary Beth at the fair in Illinois . Those few moments with the both of you and our correspondence here mean so much to me, since I am mostly homebound because of COVID and its threat to my health. So when I count my blessings I count you twice. Once for the time I met you and Mary Beth, and once for all the times I have watched you all on TV. With much love to you and all the Waltons. Bill and Nancy.

[@hollyavillella554]

How wonderful you got to meet them and celebrate 50 years of marriage! 🩷

[@billgrandone3552]

More like very lucky. I was supposed to be dead in 2017 abd in 2019. But yeah, it is wonderful. I 've had a great marriage and now a new friend in Judy and Mary Beth hopefully, if I ever get on Facebook.

[@judynorton2598]

So glad we had that chance to meet. 50 years! You two are an inspiration.

[@billgrandone3552]

@@judynorton2598 Next time I write, I'll tell you how we met and there is another tie in to "The Waltons' that shocked me when i heard Michael say it. More later.

[@feliciaweatherspoon2303]

Happy New Year, Judy!! As I mentioned to you before, I loved watching the Walton!! I loved the Baldwin Sisters, (daddy's recipe )❤️❤️

[@judynorton2598]

Happy New Year!

[@KimberlyLew]

Wishing you and everyone a peaceful 2024 💛

[@judynorton2598]

🙏

[@froggy821]

I'm glad they didn't replace Ms. Corby. It just wouldn't have been the same. It's great they wrote her stroke into the series..........real life isn't it

[@judynorton2598]

I agree.

[@hollyavillella554]

"Those of us who stuck with nine seasons...☺️" as if any of us fervent Walton's fan are going anywhere!! I'm afraid, Miss Judy, you all are "stuck with us" probably forever! ❤I love how you highlighted each season, noting what the first episode of each was! Even within the very special initial five seasons, there's something extra special about the first two seasons! The writers really presented John Boy especially in such a way as for the audience to bond with this young Appalachian man who so very much loves his family. And by sharing his perceptions in intriguing and lovely ways, we viewers bonded also with every family member and every neighbor in this little hamlet in the Blue Ridge Mountains, even unto developing affection for the mountains as well!! I got to thinking that the name Curtis is used three times in the series: your Curtis ~ the doctor, Curtis the Blacksmith (was that Ned Beatty? Gosh what a terrific actor!) And, John Curtis your son. Was there a friend of Mr Hamner's named Curtis? Or some other special connection with the name? I'm beginning to watch the series from the very beginning. Many have mentioned here how they feel better watching The Walton's! Even though scary things happened (The Hunt is a good example) there was safety on Walton's Mt.,within the community, the church, the school, and most especially the family and every relationship within the family ~ despite occasional disagreements ~ was essentially secure and loving! For whatever reasons, contemporary life by and large increasingly lacks those kinds of safety! As a longtime fan, and hopefully friend in the community You've created here, Judy, I appreciate the safe relationships and safe actions the writers so carefully created. Even vicariously, that feeling of being safe is a real stress reducer back when the show first aired, through rebroadcasts, and still today. I'm so looking forward to your guest! Chad was definitely so handsome and I hoped he and Erin would have been married! Alas! Poor Erin! New Year's blessings to you and Waltons everywhere! ❤

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you so much, Holly. We all so appreciate all of you who have continued to embrace the show for so many years.

[@hollyavillella554]

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[@robertshawiv1513]

Happy New Year Judy, we look forward to more great content and guest in the new year. Thank you for what you do on your channel for us fans. 👍🏻

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you for continuing to watch.

[@georgemallory401]

The Firestorm was such an important story that I wish it could be seen again on television. So much news about banning books and marginalizing minorities is happening again in our world, especially in the US. Every time I see this episode I am amazed at how wonderful the writing and acting is in this wonderful series. This is one of my favorite episodes in a series I still watch today. Happy New Year

[@judynorton2598]

I agree. It’s always a stand out for me. Such an important message for us all to remember.

[@jrcriner6542]

I loved every season. Grew up with the Waltons and still watch it. Would it be possible in a future episode to point out on google earth where the house originally stood and where it was moved to? I tried looking but the locations have changed so much the only thing I could find was a cement depression that looks like drucillas pond. Sorry about the spelling. Maybe you could visit the locations in person and walk through where the house and store were?

[@judynorton2598]

The area where the house was on the back lot is now office buildings and parking lots. If I find a visual reference I’ll share it.

[@elizabethharrison7306]

Hi Judy The Waltons Love my favorite one fan Big 💖 Happy New year 2024 🥳

[@judynorton2598]

🥰🎉

[@kitty456ful]

Happy new year Judy! Thank you for all your segments!

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching. Happy New Year!

[@PhillipCampbell-js3ho]

Me and my parents stayed up and watched the new year come in.

[@bonitafitzmaurice644]

The Firestorm is my all time favorite. As a teacher for 30 years I am happy to say I only had one time when a parent tried to ban a book!

[@judynorton2598]

Such a great episode.

[@darrell3368]

I wish you and your family a Happy New Year and Gods blessings for all your family and friends

[@judynorton2598]

🥰

[@hollythompson4495]

This was a wonderful timeline of the seasons! Thank you.

[@judynorton2598]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@susanbartone1347]

Happy New Year. Thank you for continued enjoyment for all of us.

[@judynorton2598]

Happy New Year!!

[@Sue-cue]

I enjoy hearing about all of the behind the scenes stories. All the best for 2024.

[@judynorton2598]

Thank you. You too!