When people ask me about my favorite moments from Little House on the Prairie, I usually smile — because the truth is, there are too many to count. But there’s one episode from Season 1 that’s never left me. I’m not going to tell you which one just yet… but I will say this: it’s a story about finding your voice, navigating new experiences, and discovering where you belong.
It’s about stepping into a place that feels unfamiliar and learning — sometimes the hard way — that kindness, courage, and connection can change everything. It’s full of those little details that made stepping into Laura’s shoes so real for me — from learning how to braid my hair in seconds flat, to figuring out how to lace up my boots with a metal hook, just like women did in the 1800s.
We’ll be gathering soon for a Modern Prairie Behind-the-Episode Exclusive to revisit this special episode together. I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes memories — some funny, some heartfelt — and talking about what this story has meant to me over the years, and why its themes of community, resilience, and self-discovery still speak so strongly to me (and to what we’re building here at Modern Prairie).
We'll also be dressing up in our Prairie best! If you'd like to go all out with us, bonnets and all, explore our Little House Lover's Collection! Order soon, so you get it on time!
We can’t wait to spend a special evening with you — reliving this beloved story, sharing other treasured moments from the set, and reflecting on why these tales still mean so much today.
I’m so excited to share more in the weeks ahead. For now, I’ll leave you with this question: when you think of Season 1, what moments have stayed with you?
HERE is a link to the event :)
With love,
Melissa 💛
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Did I miss this wonderful idea
Season 1 has always been my favorite, and I especially loved that Michael Landon was never afraid to have Pa express raw and real emotion, especially tears. He was the first actor I had ever seen cry on television, and it was always so touching. As an audience member, it was impossible to watch the show and not feel deeply whatever emotion he was portraying. My favorite episode(s) from the first season is "The Lord Is My Shepherd: Parts 1 & 2. Pure perfection…the story, the casting, the direction, the performances..no matter how many times I’ve seen those episodes (and I’ve lost count), the end still gives me goosebumps. Melissa, you were brilliant in the entire series, but particularly in those episodes…such a mature story for a little girl, and you nailed it with grace, depth, and maturity beyond your years at the time.
Love this idea… can’t wait.. my favorite show growing up..
What an adorable and blessed actress you are and we’re to us!
Little House on the prairie was one of my favorite shows growing up. Children certainly need to watch shows like this! In these times