They had a few big hits during the early part of the decade, seemed like they were going to be one of the next big things and then just sort of disappeared forever.
Notice how Patrick ends up making the exact same mistake as Laura by going after those games. Even as a child, I learned to mostly stay away from those things. Maybe they're tempting but many of them are rigged or made to seem easier than they actually are. It's best to stick to things with greater chance of enjoyment, like the rides and the food/drinks.
Anyways, I still groan every time I see Laura waste the ENTIRE amount Pa gave her on that three card monte variant. I know she probably just caught up in the "this time it will be different" mentality but still, how could you not leave yourself anything for the rides?
And then Patrick, who is trying to salvage his date, makes the exact same mistake. DUDE -- don't gamble your new earnings on some game where even if you win, all you're getting is a chintzy prize. And that doll that Cass won her at the same game looked cheap as hell. And I don't think 15-year-old Mary played with dolls anyways.
Anyways, and I'm kind of going off on different tangents here but I was such a ride fanatic that I just simply cannot fathom spending all your money on those games. Now, as an adult, I wish I had enjoyed the other attractions such as the animal exhibits and the food more. But games = no way.
This is the first Battle Of The Network Stars from the 80s, Cathy Lee Crosby becomes the first female captain (and first female winning captain) of a team!
This is one of those moments where you feel like you're at the crossroads of the entire universe! r/MurderSheWroteTV
I was pleased to see that Patrick L. recently mention this as his favorite episode because it's always been one of my favorites. But seriously, can you believe Charles and Jonathan kept up this charade for six whole days and nights? They could accepted defeat and gone home at any time. Instead they endure starvation, sleep deprivation and a parade of other hardships, all in some bizarre attempt to get a one-up on their own kids. Also, Jonathan looks like he just ripped a big, nasty fart here, especially given Charles' reaction.
Charles decides to follow Albert and Andrew Garvey in the woods. Or take a kid to the ocean on the opposite end of the country. Charles is gone for a week....two weeks. Meanwhile, Ma and others are just sitting at home wondering where the hell everyone is. Maybe Ma is organizing search parties, which is usually what happens in these cases. Or maybe Ma is just used to this shit by now? I felt bad for her because it was hard on her when Charles was away, which was often.