TravelEnglish_003：打车常用英语

1. 先问候，引起别人注意
（1）Hello
（2）Good morning
（3）Good afternoon
（4）Good evening

2. 打电话叫出租车
（1）May I have a taxi at …? 我可以在...叫辆出租车吗？
（2）Could you send a taxi to …? 您能安排一辆出租车到...吗？
（3）I’d like to order a taxi … 我想预定一辆出租车...
（4）Could I book a taxi…? 我能订辆出租车...吗？
（5）I’d like a taxi immediately/as soon as possible please. 我想马上叫辆出租车。

3. 检查出租车在哪儿， 您的出租车没有准时出现，所以您需要知道具体原因
（1）Hello, my name is Mr. Smith. I ordered a taxi for 8p.m at XYZ Street. It’s 8:15 now. Could you check what has happened please?
您好，我是史密斯先生。我订了辆出租车晚上8点到XYZ街。现在是晚上8：15了。您能帮我查一下出了什么问题吗？
（2）Can you make sure one arrives as soon as possible? 您能确保一辆车马上就到吗？

4. 在宾馆，请宾馆的员工帮您安排辆出租车
（1）Could you organize a taxi for me for this evening please? I need to be picked up at 7p.m to go out for a business dinner.
您今晚能帮我安排一辆出租车吗？我想晚上7点出发去赴宴。
（2）Could you book a taxi to take me to the train station tomorrow morning please? I need to be at the station at 8:30a.m. What time do you think should I leave?
您能帮我订辆出租车明早上送我到火车站吗？我早上8:30需赶到。您觉得我什么时候离开比较好？
（3）Excuse me, could you hail a taxi for me please?
打扰一下，您能帮我叫辆出租车吗？
（4）Excuse me, I need a taxi please.
打扰一下，我现在需要叫辆出租车。
（5）Excuse me, could you get a taxi for me please?
打扰一下，您能帮我叫辆出租车吗？

5. 您想提前知道坐出租车大概要多少钱
（1）How much is the typical taxi fare to the airport/train station/city centre/…?
坐出租车到机场/火车站/市中心...大概需要多少钱呢？

6. 在出租车内告诉司机您想去哪儿
（1）Could you take me to ‘The Irish Pub’ on 123 XYZ Street please?
您能送我到123 XYZ街的‘The Irish Pub’吗？

7. 告诉司机您很着急
（1）I’m really in a hurry, so can you take the quickest route please?
我实在是很赶时间，您能尽量开最快的速度吗？
（2）Please step on it!
请开快点！（非正式用语）

8. 您不确定您是否在正确的地点
（1）Are you sure this is 123 XYZ Street? I can’t see ‘The Irish Pub’.
您确定这是123 XYZ街吗？我看不到“The Irish Pub”。

9. 您想知道该付多少钱
（1）How much is the fare please?
请问多少钱？
（2）How much do I owe you?
我该付您多少钱？

10. 您觉得服务很好，想给出租车司机一点小费
（1）Keep the change.
不用找零了。如果司机感谢您，您可以说： “You’re welcome.” 不客气。

TravelEnglish_002：用餐常用英语

预定：

1. 请问有两个人的桌子吗？ Have you got a table for two，please？
2. 您预定餐桌了吗？Have you booked a table？
3. 您预定了吗？Have you made a reservation？
4. 吸烟区还是非吸烟区？smoking or non-smoking？
5. 您想喝点什么？Would you like something to drink？
6. 您需要看菜单吗？Would you like to see the menu？

早餐：

1. 先生，您要来点什么？What can I do for you, sir?
2. 今天早上你们这儿有什么？What have you got this morning?
3. 水果汁、糕点、各种茶点等等，应有尽有。Fruit juice, cakes and refreshments, and everything.
4. 请给我来一杯西红柿汁。I’d like to have a glass of tomato juice, please.
5. 要来点谷类食品吗，先生？Any cereal, sir?
6. 好的，来一份麦片粥。Yes, a dish of cream of wheat.
7. 还要来点鸡蛋什么的吗？And eggs?
8. 要，再来一份熏猪肉和鸡蛋和黄有面包，我喜欢熏猪肉松脆一点。Year, bacon and eggs with buttered toast. I like my bacon very crisp.
9. 您喜欢鸡蛋怎么做？How do you want your eggs?
10. 煎的。Fried, please.
    （1）sunny side up： 煎一面荷包蛋
    （2）over easy： 煎半熟荷包蛋
    （3）over hard： 煎全熟荷包蛋
    （4）scramble egg： 炒蛋
    （5）omelet：英['ɒmlɪt] 美[ˈɑməlɪt, ˈɑmlɪt] n.  煎蛋饼，煎蛋卷;炒蛋
    （6）poached egg： 水煮蛋（荷包蛋）
             poach    英[pəʊtʃ] 美[poʊtʃ] v.    偷猎; 水煮; 窃取; 把…踏成泥浆;
    （7）boiled egg： 煮蛋
11. 还要什么别的东西吗，先生？ Anything more, sir?
12. 不要了，足够了。谢谢。 No, that’s enough. Thank you.

TravelEnglish_001：酒店常用英语

1. 我会晚一点到达，请保留所预订的房间。I'll arrive late, but please keep my reservation.
2. 我在台北已预订房间。I made a reservation in Taipei.
3. 我想要一间安静一点的房间。I'd like a quiet room.
4. 我想要楼上的房间。I'd like a room on the upper level.
5. 我想要一间视野好（有阳台）的房间。I'd like a room with a nice view (a balcony).
6. 随时都有热水供应吗? Is hot water available any time?
7. 我可以看一看房间吗? May I see the room?　　
8. 是否还有更大的（更好的/更便宜的）房间? Do you have anything bigger (better/cheaper)?
9. 我要订这间房间。I'll take this room.
10. 麻烦填写这张住宿登记表。Would you fill in this registration form?
11. 这里可使用信用卡（旅行支票）吗? Do you accept credit cards (traveler's checks)?
12. 是否可代为保管贵重物品? Could you keep my valuables?
13. 餐厅在那儿? Where is the dining room?
14. 餐厅几点开始营业? What time does the dining room open?
15. 早餐几点开始供应? What time can I have breakfast?
16. 旅馆内有美容院（理发院）吗? Is there a beauty salon (barber shop)?
17. 是否可给我一张有旅馆地址的名片? Can I have a card with the hotel's address?
18. 是否可在此购买观光巴士券? Can I get a ticket for the sight-seeing bus here?
19. 最近的地铁站在那里? Where is the nearest subway station?
20. 何时需退房? When is check-out time?
21. 明早你是否能帮我将行李拿到大厅? Could you bring my baggage down to the lobby tomorrow morning?
    当然。你何时离开? Sure. What time are you leaving?
    8点。At 8 o'clock.
    那么，我将在7点50分到你的房间。Then I'll goto your room at 7:50.
    我总共有3件行李。I have three pieces of baggage.
    明早，请将行李放在你的门口。Please leave them outside your room tomorrow morning.
22. 这是316号房。我想要一件毛毯。This is room 316. I'd like a blanket, please.
23. 请送给我一壶咖啡（热水）。Please bring me a pot of coffee (boiled water).
24. 请送给我一些冰块和水。Please bring me some ice cubes and water.
25. 我想设定早晨的呼叫铃。I'd like a wake-up call, please.
26.  冷气（电视、灯）无法开启。The air-conditioner (T.V. set,light) doesn't work.

Englishtown_001：常用英语每日一句

1. Hi, I was wondering if you could tell me how I could get to the Sherlock Holms' House?
你能告诉我怎么去福尔摩斯的家吗？

2. Excuse me Sir/Madam, do you know where Westminister abby is from here?
劳驾，先生/女士， 请问你知道威斯敏斯特修道院从这里怎么去吗？

3. Sorry, what line do I need for Baker Street?
不好意思，去Baker大街坐几号线？

4. Excuse me, would you mind taking a photo for me?

劳驾，你能给我照个相吗？

5. Is this your first time in Shanghai?
这是你第一次来上海吗？

6. How do you like it so far?
到目前为止，你觉得这里怎么样？

7. What time is your flight?

你明天几点的飞机？

8. What time are you leaving tomorrow?
你明天几点走？

9. Hi, What's up?

10. Hi, What's new?

11. Do you like it here?

12. you should try this, it's a delicacy.
你应该试试这个，这是一道美味（特色菜）。

13. So, what do you want to do while you are here?
那么，你在这个时候想做些什么呢？

Korea_002：韩语常用句子

1. 您好：안녕하세요
2. 劳驾：실례합니다
3. 很高兴见到你：반갑습니다

Korea_001：韩语必背单词

下午：오후  香皂：비누  我们：우리
棒球：야구  医生：의사
大象：코끼리 狮子：사자  蝴蝶：나비 兔子：토끼 狐狸：여우  猪：돼지 长颈鹿：기린 鸭子：오리
头：머리 鼻子：코 尾巴：꼬리 脖子：목
长：
酱油：간장
厂长：공장장
客厅：거실 房间：방
朋友：친구 公司：회사 故乡：고향
家：집 家族（亲戚）：가족 照片：사진 爸爸（小孩用语）：아빠 妈妈（小孩用语）：엄마 父亲：아버지 母亲：어머니 哥哥、姐姐（表尊敬的称呼）：형
姐姐（男孩用语）：누나 哥哥（女孩用语）：오빠 姐姐（女孩用语）：언니 弟弟、妹妹：동생 弟弟：남동생 妹妹：여동생
爷爷：할아버지 奶奶：할머니 外公：외할아버지 外婆：외할머니
老婆：아내 老公：남편 儿子：아들 女儿：딸
图书馆：도서관
大型超市：슈퍼마켓 百货店：백화점 饮料：음료수 紫菜包饭：김밥 牛奶：우유 苹果：사과 冰激凌：아이스크림 饼干：과자 面包：빵 面包片：식빵 拉面：라면 料理：요리 肉（指吃的肉）：고기
门：문 桌子：책상 椅子：의자 书：책 包：가방 词典：사전
学校：학교 教室：교실 老师：선생님  学生：학생 同学（学校的朋友）：학교친구 男生：남 女生：여자  黑板（白板）：칠판 笔：펜 圆珠笔：볼펜 钢笔：연펜  名字：이름
衣服：옷 裙子：치마 裤子：바지 皮鞋：구두 帽子：모자
收音机：라디오 手机：핸드폰 电脑：컴퓨터 电视：텔레비전 吸尘器：청소기 照相机：카메라 电话：전화

剪刀：가위 雨伞：우산 手纸：휴지
中国：중국 韩国：한국 英国：영국 法国：프랑스 望京：
外国人：외국인9
韩语没有V、F、R的发音：遇到V，发音为바；遇到F，发音为파；遇到R，发音为라。
旅行（观光）： 여행하다 紫禁城：자금성 万里长城：만리장성
映画（电影）：영화
生日：생신
周末：주말
自行车：자전거

FamilyAlbumUSA_078：第二十六课：Opening Night ACT III

What's this?
Read it.
I can't.
Would you read it, Marilyn?
"Richard Stewart's show at the Carlson Gallery is a collection of photographs from his new book entitled Family Album, U.S.A.
There is power and beauty in Mr. Stewart's work,
and his book introduces us to a remarkable new talent."
Oh, Richard, it's wonderful!
Congratulations!
Wow! I'm overwhelmed.
Ladies and gentlemen, if I may have your attention for a moment, please?
I hope you're all enjoying the exhibition.
I know that I am.
And I would like to introduce the young man who spent the last five years taking these remarkable pictures and writing the background for Family Album,U.S.A.,Mr. Richard Stewart.
Hello.
I want to thank all of you for coming here tonight.
I'd like to thank Harvey Carlson for his faith in my project.
But most of all, I would like to thank my family for their love and support all through this adventure.
Thank you.
Oh, I'm glad that's over.
Would you mind?
Oh, not at all.
Thanks.
Our pleasure.
Hope it wins a Pulitzer Prize.
I'll settle for an "A" in my photography course.
Ah, Richard, Marilyn, I want you to meet John O'Neill.
Oh, how do you do?
Nice to meet you.
I've been looking forward to meeting your husband, Mrs. Stewart.
I'm really impressed by your show.
Thank you.
In fact, I'd like your autograph.
Oh, well, really ...
On a contract.
What's this about, Harvey?
Mr. O'Neill is the publisher of several magazines. 。
Of course. I've seen you on television.
Mr. O'Neill was so impressed with your work that he wants to develop it into a magazine concept.
Well, that sounds very exciting,but where would I fit into the plan?
I'd like you to be the photo editor of the magazine.
Oh, Richard, how exciting!
It's a wonderful opportunity, Richard.
Hold on. Wait a minute, please.
What's the problem, Richard?
The problem is that I'm a photographer, not an editor.
I like what I do.
In fact, I love what I do ...
which is going out with a camera and a roll of film and seeing the wonder of humanity.
Now, I appreciate your offer, but I've worked so hard on Family Album, U.S.A.,
and I'm giving some thought to a new book on a different subject.
I'm flattered, but I enjoy taking pictures, and I want to continue doing that.
Thank you, but I'm happy being a photographer.
I understand, Richard.
Richard, I know your next book will be a success.
Congratulations!
Thanks.
You're a real Stewart!

FamilyAlbumUSA_077：第二十六课：Opening Night ACT II

Do you like the dress?
I love it.
I designed it myself.
It's beautiful.
Are you ready?
We're supposed to be there before the guests arrive.
I know. I know.
Help me with this tie, will you?
Honey, I'm scared to death.
But this is what you've been working for all these years.
No, no.
I worked to put together a book of photographs.
This is show business.
Well, it's all part of the same job.
Just relax and enjoy it.
You're right.
I earned this, and I'm going to enjoy it.
As soon as I recover from my nervous breakdown.
What are you afraid of?
Everything.
A critic was there this morning.
He probably hates my work.
I have to sign copies of my book for a lot of people I never met before.
My new shoes hurt my feet ...
You're going to be a great success.
Are you ready?
As soon as I get these cuff links on.
Let me help.
Mom and Dad are already on their way down to the gallery.
There! You look very attractive.
Thank you.
Well, I suppose I've run out of excuses.
Mm-hmm. Let's go ...
Oh, one minute.
Before we go to the gallery, I just want to tell you that I never could have done this book without your help and your love.
I appreciate it.
Thanks.
Now, no more stalling.
What is it?
There's nobody here!
Of course not, Richard.
Your show doesn't begin until eight thirty.
Oh. Right.
Richard! Welcome! Good luck tonight!
Well, thanks.
This is my publisher, Harvey Carlson.
You've met my wife Marilyn ...
Charmed.
Hi.
My mother, Ellen Stewart.
Harvey Carlson.
It's good to meet you.
It's good to meet you.
It's nice to meet you.
This is my father, Dr. Philip Stewart ...
Nice to meet you, Mr. Carlson.
My brother Robbie ...
Hi.
Hi.
And this is my sister Susan and her husband Harry Bennett
and his daughter Michelle.
It's nice to meet you.
And this gentleman is my grandfather, Malcolm Stewart.
Welcome, Mr. Stewart.
Well, make yourselves comfortable.
There are hors d'oeuvres at the table, fruit punch at the bar.
Help yourselves.
Can I get you something, Mr. Stewart?
No, thank you.
You can feel very proud of your grandson, Mr. Stewart.
I do.
I'm proud of all my grandchildren, Mr. Carlson.
Of course.
Feel free to look around.
If you need anything, just ask.
Thank you.
Harvey?
Yes?
Did Mitchell Johnson's review come out yet?
Not yet.
The newspapers don't come out till about ten o'clock.
When they come out, we'll get it.
Thanks.
Ready?
Yes. Have the people arrived?
The guests are waiting.
Tom's about to open the doors.
Good luck! And stop worrying!
They're going to love it.

FamilyAlbumUSA_076：第二十六课：Opening Night ACT I

A little further to the right, Tom.
Is this OK?
Good. What do you think, Richard?
I like it there.
It's the first thing people will see when they come in.
It sets the tone for the whole show.
The next thing they'll see is this enlargement with the words Family Album, U.S.A.
I can't believe this is really happening!
You've earned it.
Years of work went into these pictures.
I know, but it's still a dream come true.
Well, remember,we're not sure what the critics are going to write about your show yet.
And you never know what the man from the New York Times is going to say about it.
Are you worried?
I always worry.
The reviews of this show are important for the sales of your book.
When do we see the reviews?
Soon.
One of the critics is coming over this morning for a preview.
I hope he's in a good mood.
So do I.
Marilyn and I hope to use money from the sales of this book to buy a new house.
The book will be a success.
And the show will help promote it.
Speaking of promoting the book, do I really have to autograph copies for the guests at the opening?
It's common practice.
I feel uncomfortable about it.
A lot of people come to openings just so they can get the autograph of somebody who may be famous someday.
Couldn't we wait until I'm famous?
That might be sooner than you think.
This one over here, Mr. Carlson?
A little further back, Tom.
It's too close to the refreshments.
No, I think this one belongs in the "people-at-work" section.
You may be right.
Try it there, Tom.
Right.
Nervous about the opening tonight?
Nervous?
Me?
No. I'm scared to death.
How about guests?
How many people will you be bringing?
Well, my family, I guess.
My wife Marilyn, my father and mother, my brother Robbie, my sister and her husband and their daughter.
And my grandfather.
Is that too many?
No such thing as "too many" at an opening.
I hope they like it.
Your family or the public?
Everybody.
But especially my family.
They've stood by me through all this.
I'm sure they'll like it.
Harvey, how are you?
Mitchell, so nice of you to come.
Richard, this is Mitchell Johnson.
Mitchell is one of the most important syndicated reviewers in the country.
Well, you're the young man who did all this.
I'm afraid so.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you, Mr. Johnson.
Mitchell has always encouraged new talent.
Well ... you mind if I look around and see what it says to me?
Be our guest.
Mm-hmm, hmm, uh-huh.
What does that mean when he goes, "Mm-hmm, mm-hmm, mm-hmm"?
It probably means he's clearing his throat.
I don't know.
I don't care what the critics say, Mr. Stewart.
Your work is brilliant.
Thank you, Tom.
Tom is studying photography at NYU.
He's working with me during the summer months as an intern.
Oh, really?
I'd like to see your work.
It's not good enough to show.
I'm still learning.
Oh, I'd still like to see your work.
You may be the next Ansel Adams and not even know it.
If you really mean it, I'll bring some of my pictures into the gallery.
I do mean it.
Very interesting pictures, Mr. Stewart.
You have a most unusual eye.
Thank you.
I hope that's a compliment.
It is.
Are you going to be reviewing the show, Mitchell?
Oh, yes. It's definitely worth reviewing.
Favorably?
Oh, you know I never answer that question, Harvey.
I'd like an advance copy of the book, though, so I can study it.
I have an autographed one in my office.
Tom, would you give Mr. Johnson the copy of Richard's book on my desk?
Just follow me, Mr. Johnson.
Sure.
Do you think he liked my photographs?
We'll know when tonight's papers come out.
Keep your fingers crossed.

FamilyAlbumUSA_075：第二十五课：Country Music ACT III

I'm so glad everyone is asleep.
I thought Max would be crying, and everybody would be awake.
What did I tell you?
Nothing to worry about.
I'm sure everything is fine.
My mother knows all there is to know about taking care of babies, I assure you.
Let's put some of this stuff away and then take off.
We've got a forty-minute drive into the city.
Welcome home--and I do mean welcome home.
Something wrong?
Oh, nothing's wrong, Richard.
Believe me, Max is fine.
But his teeth hurt, and he just can't get to sleep, poor dear.
Neither can you.
Oh, I feel so bad.
Oh, I'm fine.
How was your weekend?
We had a great time, Mom.
It was wonderful.
The weather couldn't have been better.
It was nice here, too.
Did you get a chance to get outside at all?
Oh, yes.
Grandpa helped me yesterday afternoon.
I went to the supermarket to get a few things, and I stayed out an extra half hour.
The village was filled with people--the weather was so nice.
Harry's a professional camper, Mom.
He knows all there is to know, and he made the weekend very easy for us to enjoy.
Come on. You all helped.
You were wonderful, Harry!
Why don't you go to your room, Mom, and get some sleep.
Oh, I'm fine.
Tell me more about your weekend.
Did you do anything special?
Lots of special country things.
We picked flowers.
And we brought some home for you.
It was so nice to be out in the country.
They smell wonderful.
Everything smelled so special.
It would have been great if we had been able to bottle the smells.
It would be a great business if you could do that.
Oh!
Uh, we're home now, Ellen.
We'll take care of it.
I'll take care of it.
Let's see if it works.
What's that?
A little special country music.
I think we'd better head home.
It's getting late, and we have a bit of a drive.
Well, all your things are inside.
There's your sleeping bag.
Oh, thanks, Harry.
Say good-bye to Richard.
We'll call you all tomorrow night.
Good-bye.
Bye, Mom.
Bye-bye.
Bye.
I'm so tired I think I'm overtired.
I don't know if I can get to sleep.
Max has stopped crying.
Yes. It works!
It works!
What works?
This.
Oh. Oh, where did you get that?
It sounds so nice.
I think I'm falling asleep.
Like Max did.
Good night.
Good night.
Sounds of the country.
The soothing sounds of the country.

FamilyAlbumUSA_074：第二十五课：Country Music ACT II

Oh, I love it!
I love it!
To be away from the city on such a beautiful day is my idea of heaven!
The grass. The trees. The fresh air.
I told you you'd like it. I've been doing this for years.
You have the spirit of a teenager, Susan.
Wait till you see yourself jumping around.
That's what I love about Susan.
She works hard.
She plays hard.
She's a real Stewart.
Come on, Richard.
Help me get this stuff out of the car.
Where does it go?
Well, we'll put everything over there.
We'll set up our tents over there by the edge of the woods.
Then we'll be able to make our fire there where it's safe.
Oh, there's our table and benches.
All set for eating.
That's what makes this spot so good.
Is anybody hungry?
I am.
We just got here.
When you're out in the fresh air like this, it makes you hungry.
Aren't you hungry, Marilyn?
I sure am.
How about you, Richard?
Starving.
You guys are like three kids.
Aren't you hungry, Harry?
Well, yeah.
Now that you mention it, I guess I am.
I mean, how could a guy not be hungry with all this talk about eating?
Where's the bag with the chicken salad sandwiches?
Right here, next to the ice packs. Here.
Put the tablecloth on the picnic table, and I will bring the cola and the plastic cups.
Well, how do you like it so far?
I've never been more relaxed.
Me, neither.
I wish we had brought Michelle, Harry.
She would have loved it.
Oh, you're right.
I wish we had brought Max.
Marilyn, Susan, let's not begin to worry about Michelle and Max.
We're having a good time, and they're in good hands.
Richard is right.
Are you having a good time, Susan?
You haven't answered my question.
I am having a good time, Harry.
I promise not to think about the city.
We're in the country.
Let's all just enjoy this wonderful place and this wonderful weather.
Good.
This is heaven, Harry!
It was such a great idea to spend the weekend this way.
Thanks, Susan.
I thought you'd all like it.
Like it?
I love it!
Listen to the sounds of the summer that surround us.
It's so calming.
I've always liked camping out.
Away from the telephones and account books.
It's refreshing for me.
I always go back to the city in a wonderful state of mind.
We've only been here for a day, and I've completely forgotten about all my business problems.
The office seems so far away.
I'm glad you like it, Susan.
We'll spend many more weekends like this.
And next time we'll bring Michelle.
I wish she were here with us to enjoy the country.
And next time we'll bring Michelle.
Just listen to the sound.
It's so soothing.
I can hardly keep my eyes open.
If only we could bottle the fresh air.
Wouldn't it be wonderful?
We could call it "Deep Sleep Country Air."
It puts you to sleep.
So does the sound.
I've been having a hard time keeping my eyes open just listening to it.
It's like a special music.
Too bad we can't bottle the sound.
But we can!
Can what?
Bottle the sound.
What are you talking about?
Oh, yeah?
Great idea!
Let's do it!

FamilyAlbumUSA_073：第二十五课：Country Music ACT I

Hot dogs. I love hot dogs.
There is nothing better than a hot dog in the country.
Hot dogs and mustard.
Cooked outdoors over an open fire.
I wish I had one now.
Do you remember when Daddy and I used to take you and Susan and Robbie to Jones Beach?
Oh, I sure do.
We'd wait until dark and make a fire, and we'd cook the hot dogs.
Oh, don't forget the mustard.
And, oh, does anybody want ketchup?
I might as well take it along.
And now to make sure we've got the hamburger patties.
I have to remember to put them in the bag tomorrow morning before we leave.
I'll remind you, Richard.
Mom,we really appreciate your taking care of Max for the weekend and giving up your free time.
I love doing it.
Susan and Harry have a sitter for Michelle in the city,and I'm taking care of Max.
It's no big deal.
I am happy to do it for you.
I guess Max is asleep by now.
He's not crying anymore.
Oh, poor baby.
He's teething.
Well, he's asleep finally.
I feel so bad for him.
It hurts so much when a baby gets his first teeth.
He'll be fine, Marilyn.
Well, he wakes up several times during the night, and the pain is so bad.
I'm really concerned about going away for the weekend, Ellen, and leaving you with the full responsibility of taking care of Max.
Especially with his teething.
I wish he felt better.
Please don't worry, Marilyn.
Remember your father-in-law's a pediatrician.
We have a live-in doctor if there's a problem I can't handle.
I agree, Marilyn.
We really don't have to be overly concerned.
I'll go upstairs and stay with him until he falls asleep again.
Thanks, Richard.
Try putting him across your lap on his stomach.
He likes that.
I'll try it.
When are Susan and Harry picking you up, Marilyn?
They're coming by at six tomorrow morning, so we can get an early start.
That's nice.
And you'll have a full day in the country.
And a full night.
Tomorrow night we'll be camping out in tents.
And coming home on Sunday?
We'll be heading back late in the afternoon.
You're going to have the time of your lives.
Camping out is such great fun.
We'll have a great time camping out, I'm sure.
But I'm still a little worried about you, Ellen.
It will be my great pleasure, Marilyn.
Remember, it's only one night.
He's asleep.
I think he'll sleep through the night now.
Thanks, honey.
I hope he's good when we're away.
Well, so do I.
Now, to check the list of things we need for the camping trip.
We need to bring a flashlight.
It's in the right-hand drawer, next to the bottle openers.
Do we have a bottle opener on the list, Marilyn?
No. No bottle opener.
Is that one of the things Susan and Harry are bringing?
No.
And we're bringing the ketchup, mustard, relish--all that stuff.
And cooking utensils.
Well, here's the bottle opener, and here's the flashlight.
Matches.
Matches?
Yes, of course.
For when we build our campfire.
I can't build a fire by rubbing two pieces of wood together.
And don't forget your camera and film, Richard.
All packed and ready.
And let's not forget our cassette player and some tapes.
Some music tapes and some blank tapes so that we can record our thoughts about the trip.
Oh, that's a nice idea.
An audio diary.
That's what I thought.
Got it!
The cassette player and the tapes.

FamilyAlbumUSA_072：第二十四课：Parting Friends ACT III

How about some music?
No, let's wait till Robbie gets back from the airport.
Did she say why she had to leave today?
She told Robbie that her flight tomorrow was canceled, so she had to take an earlier flight today.
This is terrible.
Well, that must be him.
Why is he blowing his horn like that?
I don't know.
Maybe he's angry.
Do you think we should take down the decorations?
They'll just make him sad.
Too late now.
We should have done it sooner.
Oh, here he comes.
Hi.
How'd it go?
OK, I guess.
Especially when Alexandra gave me a surprise ...
Yeah? What was it?
This!
Alexandra!
Hi! What happened?
I called my parents from the airport.
When I told them my friends were giving me a party, they insisted that I stay.
So now I'm taking a flight on Monday instead.
That's great! Terrific!
But how did you know the party was for you?
Well, Robbie told me when he gave me this.
Oh, it's so pretty!
It's lovely, Robbie.
All right!
Now we can really start the party!
No. Would you mind?
I'd like to say something first.
Hear, hear!
I would just like to thank all of you, my friends, who have made my stay in the United States so wonderful.
And to Robbie and the Stewart family for opening their home to me.
We should thank you.
You're a real friend!
And I also have a little surprise for you, Robbie.
A little going-away present.
Thank you.
Open it, please.
I think you might be amused.
OK. I can't believe it!
I guess we were thinking the same thought.
You had it engraved!
Read it, Robbie.
"In friendship, always. Alexandra."
I knew we thought alike, but this is too much!
Thank you.
All right!
Let's have some music!
Miss Pappas?
Mr. Stewart ...
Mrs. Stewart, may I have this dance?
My pleasure, Doctor.

FamilyAlbumUSA_071：第二十四课：Parting Friends ACT II

You ready for the next problem?
You know what?
I can't look at another number.
How about a lemonade break?
Sure.
Oh, by the way, when is your plane reservation for your flight to Athens?
Sunday. Why?
Would you be able to come over Saturday night?
Yes.
I should be finished packing by then.
My folks are giving me a little graduation party.
Terrific!
I'll pick you up.
That isn't necessary.
My dad's letting me borrow the car.
Oh, well, that would be very nice.
About eight o'clock?
Eight o'clock is fine.
Great! It's a date.
Who's going to be there?
Just my friend Mike and a few kids from school.
I'm going to miss all of you.
You've been like a second family to me.
We're going to miss you.
Maybe you could come to visit me in Greece?
I'm counting on it.
Wonderful!
Are you excited about graduating from high school?
Sure ... and a little scared.
Scared? Why?
Aren't you a little scared?
I was when I first came to the United States.
I'd never been away from home, and I didn't know what it would be like.
But then I found out that people are the same everywhere once you get to know them.
I'm glad I got to know you.
Thank you.
I'm glad I got to know you--and your family.
Wouldn't it be nice if we could skip the examinations and get right to the graduation party?
It would be very nice.
But that isn't the way it works.
So ... back to work.
Good night, Robbie.
Good night, Mrs. Stewart.
Thank you for dinner.
Good night, Alexandra.
Will you be all right?
Yes. The Molinas are waiting for me.
Good night, Alexandra.
I'll pick you up on Saturday night, OK?
Yes.
Eight o'clock.
I have to run.
Good night, Robbie.
She's really a good friend, isn't she?
Yeah.
You are going to miss her.
Am I going to miss her?
That's what I said!
You are going to miss her!
I'm going to miss her, and my math teacher's going to miss her.
Well, you can write to her.
It's not the same.
How does that look, Rob?
Great! Pass me the hammer.
You got it!
You're sure Alexandra's going to be surprised?
Absolutely.
She has no idea that the party is in her honor.
Millie, did you bring the tapes for dancing?
They're in my bag.
What did you bring?
Some rock 'n' roll.
Perfect! Alexandra will love it!
I can't wait to see her face when she walks in here tonight.
What about the cake?
My mom's decorating it right now.
Robbie, there's a phone call for you.
It's Alexandra.
She sounds upset.
OK.
Thanks, Mom.
I'll take it in there.
Hi, Alexandra.
What? You what?
Oh no!

FamilyAlbumUSA_070：第二十四课：Parting Friends ACT I

Hi, Mom.
Hi, Robbie.
You're home from school early.
Yeah, they're getting the assembly hall ready for the graduation ceremony, so we all got to go home early.
Too noisy to study.
Well, now that you're here, you can help me with dinner.
I need those potatoes peeled and sliced.
Mom, give me a break.
Alexandra's coming over to help me study for my math final.
Well, in that case, you can wash the dishes and clean up after dinner.
Can I invite Alexandra to stay for dinner?
Of course.
Thanks, Mom.
You and Alexandra have become good friends, haven't you?
Yes. I like her.
She's a terrific person.
I'm going to miss her when she goes back to Greece.
Would you like to give her a little farewell party?
Mom, that would be terrific!
Maybe we could make it a surprise.
Oh, I don't know.
Surprise parties don't always work out.
Well, we could tell her it's a graduation party for me.
When Alexandra arrives, we'll surprise her.
Well, I suppose that might work.
I'd like to give her a nice going-away present.
Fine.
There's only one problem.
What's that?
I'm broke.
I should have saved some money.
I'm sure Alexandra would be happy with something simple, Robbie.
I know.
But, well, I'd like to give her something nice to remember me by.
Maybe I could borrow some money from you and Dad.
It's all right with me if it's all right with your dad.
Thanks, Mom.
I'll talk to him.
Is he still in his office?
I think so.
Thanks, Mom.
Robbie! Good luck!
Here are the X-rays you wanted, Dr. Stewart.
Oh. Thank you, Molly.
Now, let me check them.
What do you think?
I don't see any breaks or fractures.
Well, well. Thank you, Molly.
Thank you.
Come in!
Hi, Son.
Hi, Dad. Am I interrupting you?
No, no, no, no.
What's up?
Can we talk?
Sure.
I need some help.
Well, that's what fathers are for.
Well, before I go to college, I have the whole summer ...
Yes ...
And I'm planning to get a job for the summer.
And what sort of job?
I applied for a job as a lifeguard at the community pool.
Sounds pretty good.
Yes. I'll be earning pretty good money if I get it.
But right now, I'm kind of short of cash.
Who isn't?
And my friend Alexandra is going back to Greece ...
Nice girl.
We'll all miss her.
Mom says we can give her a going-away surprise party.
Good idea.
And I'd like to get her a nice gift ...
What'd you have in mind?
Well, a wristwatch, so she'll think of me when she looks at the time.
Nothing flashy or expensive.
Something simple--but a good one.
Sounds fine, Robbie.
Well, I saw a nice watch.
But I'll need a loan.
If you could lend me the money, I could pay you back out of my lifeguard salary.
Well, I guess your mother and I can manage it.
When do you need the money?
Would tomorrow be OK?
You've got it.
Thanks, Dad.
My pleasure, Son.
Oh, and, Robbie ...
Yes?
You'll probably want the family car so you can drive her home after the party.
Could I?
If you drive carefully.
I will. Thanks, Dad.
My pleasure.
You're OK, Dad.
You're not so bad yourself, Son.

FamilyAlbumUSA_069：第二十三课：The Community Center ACT III

Hi, everyone. Sorry I'm late.
But Alexandra and I have been busy at work this morning on the community-center project.
And we brought someone along who can help.
You remember Charles Maxwell, Grandpa?
He's the editor of the Riverdale paper.
He wrote some nice articles on Mom when she was running for the school board.
Yes, I remember. You were a great help.
Hi, Mr. Stewart.
Hope to be a bigger help on the new community-center project.
From what Robbie and Alexandra have told me, you people are making one big story.
Let me introduce you, Mr. Maxwell.
This is Nat Baker, who's responsible for this meeting, and this is Joanne Thompson--and Abe Lucas, who used to run the drugstore in town.
Robbie and Alexandra told me what you need to fix up the old library.
I am planning to write an editorial that I think will help you.
Let's go. What are your questions?
OK. Now, I have ... first ... a couple of questions here.
Have you talked to the community council?
And have you had an engineer come in to do an inspection?
OK, what do you need most of all?
People power.
Men and women, young and old, to give us their time.
To do what?
To help scrub the building interior clean.
So that we can repaint it.
And you also need bodies to do repainting?
That's right.
And we'll also need some ladders and some brushes and some paint.
When do you need the volunteers,and where do they report?
I've got the council to agree to open the building for us on the next four weekends.
How about furnishings?
Are there any special requirements that I should list in the paper?
Yes.
Here is a copy of all the things we need to start with.
Let's see. Four desks.
Eight straight-back chairs. Thirty folding chairs.
Six table lamps. Three end tables. One piano.
This is a good start.
These items shouldn't be difficult to come by once I print the article in the paper.
This community has always been very generous.
I agree, Mr. Maxwell.
What you're saying is, in order for this center to succeed, we need to put together volunteers from the various generations of future users.
That's right.
And without their energy and stamina, there's no way we can complete this project.
I've got it. Now give me some information about how you see the building being used.
Oh, here. On the ground floor we have the reception area ...
It's here, Robbie.
Charles Maxwell lived up to his word.
"At the Stewart family home on Linden Street yesterday, a group of caring Riverdale citizens gathered to plan the refurbishing of the old library to transform it into a new community center.
The original plan by the council was tabled because of lack of funds.
The new plan needs you.
You could call it a community unity plan.
It needs your time, and it needs your energy.
And it needs your contributions of furniture, paint, brushes, ladders, lamps,etcetera.
A list of these items and a volunteer form can be picked up at the Riverdale Press offices.
By working together, this community can do anything to benefit its citizens, and we know you will all work together towards refurbishing the old library and making it a new community center.
Charles Maxwell, Editor."

FamilyAlbumUSA_068：第二十三课：The Community Center ACT II

There is a way, Malcolm.
We get our friends to roll their sleeves up and get to work.
It's certainly a good idea.
If I could take a look at the place, I could probably tell what it requires to fix it up.
How much paint, how many hours of work ...
That's what I came to ask you to do, Malcolm.
If you would supervise the refurbishing, I'll find the people to help do it.
I'll help too, Mr. Baker.
I can get some of my friends to go around the neighborhood and collect the furniture we need.
I'll help.
Tomorrow. Yes. We'll meet tomorrow morning, right here.
Can we help?
I'd really like to.
Sure.
We might need you to come through with your friends, Robbie.
Not just to go around the neighborhood asking for furniture, but to help with the paint job.
That's backbreaking work and may be too much for us.
I'll do it. I'll talk to them.
And tomorrow morning we'll all meet here to discuss the plan?
Come in, come in. Please, come in.
I'd like you to meet my friend Malcolm Stewart.
Malcolm, this is Joanne Thompson.
Hello, Joanne. Nice to meet you.
My pleasure, Malcolm.
And this is Abe Lucas. You must remember Abe.
He ran the drugstore and used to play drums with the jazz band on weekends.
Oh, sure I do. Hi, Abe.
Hello, Mr. Stewart.
Malcolm, please.
Hello, Malcolm.
Sit down, sit down. Have some coffee.
And I've got some delicious Danish pastry for you.
Where's your grandson Robbie and his friend Alexandra?
Weren't they going to be here this morning?
I thought so, too.
I'm surprised they're not here.
Robbie left early this morning to meet Alexandra.
Frankly, I thought they'd be here, but ...
It's OK. I'm sure they meant well, but they probably had other things on their minds.
I understand you used to be in the construction business,Malcolm.
I was, indeed.
I wonder if you would take a look at the old library and make sure that it is in good condition so that we don't have to worry about any structural problems.
When can I do that? I'd be happy to.
We've got permission to go inside the old building during the week-- Tuesday or Wednesday.
That's fine with me. I can do it either day.
That would be very helpful.
I think the building just needs a good cleaning.
And a good paint job.
Then we have to furnish it.
I wish Robbie and Alexandra had come to this meeting.
They had some ideas about getting the place fixed up.
Perhaps they'll show up. In the meantime,let me give you some additional thoughts and ideas I have.
OK.
Go ahead, Joanne.
As I said, mostly the building just needs a good cleaning.
This place can be developed with one real intergenerational program.
That's an idea I like.
A community center with the kinds of programs that fit everyone.
And programs that don't leave anyone out.
It's asking a lot.
But we can't do it without talking to the young people.
Finding out what they want.
If only Robbie and Alexandra were here.
Don't be upset, Malcolm.
We'll have a chance to talk to them later.
It's not like Robbie.
If he says he's going to be here, he's here.
I wonder what the problem is.

FamilyAlbumUSA_067：第二十三课：The Community Center ACT I

Morning, Grandpa.
Is something the matter, Grandpa?
The editorial in this paper has my friend Nat Baker real upset.
Ah! I'll read it to you.
"The old library building on Chestnut Street, which has been vacant for over a year now, was supposed to be made into a community center to serve the senior citizens as well as the younger people of Riverdale.
Due to lack of funds for the repainting of the interior of the building and for the furniture needed, the plans for the community center have been postponed indefinitely."
He's coming over to talk about it.
Is it that serious a problem, Grandpa?
It is.
Nat's not as lucky as I am, Robbie.
He doesn't have any family with him.
He lives alone and depends on places like a community center to be with people--people his own age.
But there's the old community center on Elm Street.
It's small, and the problem is that it's set up primarily for kids to play.
Ping-Pong tables, soda machines, and lots of music.
It's too noisy for some older people like Nat.
I never realized that.
It's hard for some older people to take all that noise.
That's why the new community center is a good idea.
Part of the building for older people, part of the building for younger people.
I see what you mean.
That must be Nat.
It could be Alexandra.
She's coming over this morning to help me with my math.
Hi, Robbie.
Hi, Alexandra. Come on in.
Do you want something cold to drink?
I'd love some cola, please.
Cola coming up.
I really appreciate you coming over to help me with my math.
My final exam is next Tuesday.
You're so good in all your other subjects.
I just can't understand why you have so many problems with math.
Hi, Alexandra.
Hi, Mr. Stewart.
I thought that was Nat Baker who rang the front doorbell.
Don't let me interrupt you.
No problem, Grandpa.
We're just having some cola before getting to the tough stuff--math.
He'll do anything to avoid getting down to math lessons, Mr. Stewart.
I was the same way.
Really, Grandpa?
Really. I didn't like math.
I wasn't good at it, and I didn't like studying it.
But you had to be good at math.
You graduated from engineering school.
I was. But not in high school.
For some reason, I couldn't get a handle on it.
Then, in college, I became good at it.
Then there's hope for Robbie.
I can't wait.
You think I can just skip it now and get to it at college?
You'll never get to college to find out, Robbie, if you skip it now.
That must be Nat.
Sit down, Robbie. Let's get to work.
I'd like you to meet my friend Nat Baker.
This is Alexandra Pappas, and this is my grandson Robbie, whom I think you've met once or twice before.
Nice to meet you, Mr. Baker.
Hi, Mr. Baker. We met before.
Where?
In town. At the hardware store.
I remember now. Right. Hi.
Hello, Alexandra.
Don't let us keep you from your math tutoring, Robbie.
I know you want to get to it.
Stay ... stay.
I told you. He'll use any excuse to avoid math.
Did you read the story in the paper, Malcolm?
I did.
It's a serious matter for a lot of us.
A serious matter.
It is. Come on out to the patio.
We'll talk about it out there.
Thanks. Nice to meet you ... again.
What's the problem?
Come on! You'll hear about it.

FamilyAlbumUSA_066：第二十二课：Career Choices ACT III

Hi, big guy.
That must be Rita Mae.
She sure got here quickly.
That's a good sign.
She must like you and your work, Marilyn.
I think she's just anxious to see Max.
She loves children.
Hi, Marilyn.
Welcome.
It's so nice of you to come.
Oh, I just wanted to see your baby, Max.
Hello, Rita Mae.
I haven't seen you since the hospital.
I'm Ellen Stewart, Marilyn's mother-in-law.
We met at the hospital.
Hello.
How are you?
I remember.
How are you?
Oh, and there is Max!
Oh! My, how he's grown!
A little present for Max.
Oh, it's beautiful, Rita Mae!
You shouldn't have.
It's nothing.
It's just a little present for Max.
Can I get you some coffee or tea or a cold drink, Rita Mae?
Oh, nothing, thank you.
Well, I will leave you two to talk.
Come on, you big guy.
Yes, come on.
That's it.
It's nice seeing you.
Let me know if you need anything.
Thanks, Ellen.
Thanks, Ellen.
OK, Marilyn.
You sounded like you've made a decision when you called me.
I'm all ears.
I have made a decision, Rita Mae.
I've decided to stay at home and be a full-time mother.
I'm disappointed, but I respect your decision.
If I had a child as cute as Max, I might do the same thing.
But I haven't finished telling you the other half of my decision.
The other half?
Yes.
I think I can stay at home and take care of Max and continue my career.
Sounds interesting.
Let me hear it.
Do you remember our talks about custom-designed dresses for the boutique?
I sure do.
Why can't I design dresses for you here at home?
And make them here.
Have the fittings here, too.
And I could do the selling and the pricing at the boutique.
Exactly.
Oh!
What kind of dresses would you design?
I've thought about that for some time.
Yes?
Wedding dresses.
Wedding dresses?
Brilliant idea!
There's a big market today in wedding dresses.
That's what I thought.
I like the idea very much.
And if it's successful, we can expand to all kinds of dresses.
That's what I thought.
As a matter of fact, I have a customer for your first wedding dress.
My niece is getting married, and I've been trying to find just the right thing for her.
Marilyn, you're going to design my niece's dress.
That'll be our first one, and then we'll use it to sell others.
Do you really mean it?
I really mean it.
It's a simple idea, and it will work.
You can certainly design dresses.
I know that.
And there's no reason why you can't do it from your home.
I'm so excited!
I can't wait to tell Richard!
If I had a baby like Max, I'd want to stay home and be near him all the time, too.
You're making the right decision for Max and for yourself too, Marilyn.
It all sounds so easy.
Now the hard work begins.
Would you like to see some of my designs that I've been working on?
I'd love to.
Ooh! Oh, that's wonderful!
Ooh ...

FamilyAlbumUSA_065：第二十二课：Career Choices ACT II

There's your teddy bear, Max.
He just loves that teddy bear that Grandpa Philip bought for him.
I took him to Philip's office yesterday for a checkup.
You should have seen the look on his face when Molly gave him the injection.
Oh, did he cry?
No.
My dear little boy just looked up at me as if to say, "Mama, what are they doing to me? Help!"
How did you feel?
Tell the truth.
Didn't you feel terrible?
I sure did.
I held him closely.
I kissed the top of his dear little head.
He looked up at me.
He tried to smile.
Being with him helped.
Helped him?
Or helped you?
Being a mother is not easy, if that's what you mean.
Speaking of being a mother, I've been meaning to ask you what you were thinking about regarding going back to work.
I know Rita Mae called.
I can imagine what is going through your head.
I'm sure you can, Ellen.
There are so many things to consider.
One thing that makes it easier for you is that you have us.
Max will always have a family member to watch over him while you're at work.
I didn't have that when Richard and Susan were born.
What did you do?
I chose to continue with my career as a music teacher.
We hired a woman to watch Richard and then Susan, and I continued with my career.
Do you think you made the right decision?
I think I did.
But when Robbie was born, I decided to give full-time attention to raising Robbie.
I felt differently at that time.
And you gave up your career as a music teacher?
Not exactly.
I continued to teach piano lessons at home.
How did you feel about being away when Susan and Richard were babies?
I think I did the right thing for them and for myself and for Philip.
We needed the money.
Remember?
Well, we do too, Ellen.
Everything I earn helps us towards getting that house we want and need.
I can't wait till he's just a little older.
Our toy company makes the most wonderful toys for kids.
Max thanks you.
I thank you.
And Richard thanks you.
Now may I please say hello?
Hello.
Hello.
I miss Max and think about him all week long.
We talk about him at dinnertime.
Will you please try to relax?
I've never seen you so wound up.
You seem to be enjoying the pressure.
The truth is, I am.
My job is not an easy one, but I really enjoy it.
That is exactly what I wanted to talk to you about, Susan.
What's the problem?
Marilyn's career.
Well, my choice of careers.
Choice?
My career as a fashion designer versus my career as a mother.
Why does it have to be one or the other?
That's what I said.
How's that?
Why can't you do both?
She's right.
Both?
Well, that's what I do.
I have a job, and I have Michelle.
I take care of both to the best of my ability.
It's not easy, but what is?
And that's what I did.
I did both with Richard and Susan, and I did both with Robbie.
I thought you stayed home with Robbie?
I did.
But I was lucky enough to have a career as a music teacher which I could continue at home.
Why can't you work at home, Marilyn?
You're very talented.
Designing dresses is a career you could establish out of your home, couldn't you?
I don't know why I didn't think of it.
It seems so simple now.
For a year or two I could stay at home with Max and do my dress designs.
And you could make your dresses at home.
Sounds like a great way to solve the problem.
That could solve your problem, Marilyn.
I'm going to call Rita Mae at home and ask her to come by and talk about it.
She wants to see Max, anyway.
I think that really answers your questions, Marilyn.
You can do it.
Do your designs at home--here.
And let Rita Mae do the selling at the boutique.
And you can both benefit financially.
I'm going to call Rita Mae right now.
Oh, Susan, thank you so much for coming all this way from the city to talk to me about it.
I hope you don't mind having taken so much time away from your busy schedule.
Are you kidding?
I don't mind at all.
As a matter of fact, I came to spend some time with my favorite nephew.
I think you should call Rita Mae right now.
I think your idea of working at home is perfect.
I don't know what I would do without you.
I'm lucky to have you all.
We are lucky to have you, Marilyn.
And so is Max.

FamilyAlbumUSA_064：第二十二课：Career Choices ACT I

"Rock-a-bye, baby, on the tree top,When the wind blows, The cradle will rock.
When the bough breaks, The cradle will fall, And down will come baby, Cradle and all."
Hi, Marilyn, What are you doing?
Just sketching.
I've been thinking a lot about our responsibilities in the past few weeks.
I never stop thinking about them.
I've been wrestling with the question of whether I go back to work or not.
I see.
And I'm torn.
I really want to go back to work, use my talents, and pursue my career in fashion design like we always thought I would.
But now ...
I want to be with Max as a full-time mother, especially when he's a baby.
I really understand, Marilyn.
But you never have to worry about Max.
There's Mother and Grandpa ... and I can always arrange my photo schedule around your schedule, if that will help.
It's not the same, Richard.
Have you discussed going back to work with your boss?
Rita Mae called yesterday.
Ah! That's what's got you thinking, isn't it?
She wants to know when I think I'll be returning to the boutique.
And you said ... ?
I said I'd give her an answer in a few days ...that I wasn't sure.
I'm sure Rita Mae will understand and wait until you're ready to go back to work.
Well, maybe she will, and maybe she won't.
Who knows?
If I don't accept her offer, maybe she'll find someone else in the meantime, and when I'm ready to go back, there won't be a job for me.
That's something to consider.
You've got yourself to think about, too.
But I am thinking about myself.
Don't you see?
What do you mean?
It's not just the job.
It's also my career as Max's mother.
That's the way I look at it.
I have two career opportunities at the same time.
My career as a fashion designer and my career as a mother.
I never really thought about being a mother as a career.
I guess you do have two career opportunities and a decision to make.
I hear Max.
I'll go to him.
No, that's OK.
I'll do it.

FamilyAlbumUSA_063：第二十一课：A Big Fish in a Little Pond ACT III

I love my school. I have so many good friends there now.
I wouldn't miss a day even if I were really sick.
Come and sit down for a minute, Michelle.
I'd like to talk to you about something.
Something important.
What's wrong, Susan?
Oh, there's nothing wrong, Michelle.
But your daddy and I are talking about something that I'd like your opinion about.
I know. I heard you talking about it the other night when I was trying on my new clothes.
It's about moving to Los Angeles.
You're right. How do you feel about it?
Well, I really wouldn't want to move, but ...
But?
But if you and Daddy wanted to, I guess you know what's best for the family and for me.
That's very considerate of you, Michelle.
But what about your friends?
I'd miss them a lot, but I know what it feels like to miss someone.
Honey, we don't have to move if you're not going to be happy about it.
if you're not going to be happy about it.
Does Daddy want to move?
I think so. He's going to tell us tonight about the job offer.
Well, how was everybody's day today?
Michelle was chosen to do Michelle the school poster for the play this year.
Congratulations, Michelle! That's something!
And how was your day, Susan?
I see you're in a good mood.
Why don't you tell us about your day.
I met with Bill York.
It's OK to talk about it, Harry.
Michelle knows all about it.
Really?
Really, Harry.
Michelle and I have all kinds of feelings about leaving New York, the family, and friends.
But if you think you should take the job, we're behind you.
What about Michelle's school?
We'll move after the school term.
What about her new friends?
I'll make new friends wherever we are as long as we're together.
We're a family, Harry.
Whatever you think is right for you is right for us.
I am so touched. The two of you are really something.
We love you, Daddy.
And I love you.
OK. Now, tell us about your talk with Mr. York.
Did you take the job?
Nope.
What?
No? You didn't take it?
No, I did not take the job.
But, Daddy, I thought ...
Harry, you didn't turn it down because of me ...
Or me?
No, no. I turned it down because of me.
How's that?
Well, I began to think about you and about Michelle, and then I asked myself,do I really want to work for the biggest company in the country?
And?
And I don't.
I went into business for myself because I like being my own boss.
I run my own company. I'm a big fish in a little pond.
I'm not really sure I want to be a little fish in a big pond.
Oh, Daddy, does that mean we don't have to move?
That's right, sweetheart.
Are you sure?
I couldn't be more sure, Susan.
I'm glad if you are, Harry.
And besides, how could I live in Los Angeles when all my favorite people live here?
Your favorite people?
Who's that?
The Stewart family, of course.

FamilyAlbumUSA_062：第二十一课：A Big Fish in a Little Pond ACT II

Hello. Hello there. Are you ready for lunch with your grandpa?
Oh! Hi, Grandpa. Yes, of course, I am, but my mind isn't.
What's the matter, Susan?
A real dilemma.
Does it have anything to do with you and Harry?
Yes, but I don't know where to start.
Maybe I can help. Tell me what it is, Susan.
Thanks, Grandpa. Please sit down.
Oh! Harry has been offered a job in Los Angeles.
Well, this is something to think about.
There are so many things to consider. There's Michelle.
I wonder if a move would be a bad thing for her. And my job.
I don't know if I can get a good job in Los Angeles.
And what about our family?
Can I tell you what I think?
Tell me.
I think that you're very successful and that you have a fantastic reputation in the toy industry.
I think you could talk to Mr. Marchetta, and I think he could help you find a real good job in Los Angeles.
He was very helpful to me, remember?
I suppose I could call him.
But I'm not so sure that I want to leave New York, you, and the rest of our family.
Well, I'm not going to kid you, Susan.
You know we'd all miss you.
But this should be your decision.
It's something that only you and Harry can work out.
If moving to L.A. is in Harry's best interest, I have to do what I can do to support him.
In every marriage, sacrifices have to be made by one partner from time to time. 
And what about Michelle?
Well, what do you think?
I think Michelle is better off staying where she is.
What does she think?
I don't know for sure.
Well, you'll have to ask her.
I think I'm going to have a talk with Mr. Marchetta and get his feelings about my leaving.
And about helping me find a job in Los Angeles.
Good idea.
I'll call him right now. No point in delaying.
Thanks, Grandpa.
Harry, it's the perfect job for you. You'll love it.
It's a big decision for me, Bill.
And I have to discuss it with my wife.
I don't know if it's right for her.
She'll love it. It's a once-in-a-lifetime offer, Harry.
OK. Tell it to me again.
The company is Craft and Craft, the biggest accounting company in the country.
I know the company well. It's big.
The biggest.
Yeah, yeah. The biggest. When do I have to let you know?
Talk it over. Think it over. Let me know by the end of the week.
When would we have to move?
As soon as possible.
I also have my daughter to consider.
I don't want to interrupt her school year.
Let me know by the end of the week.
It's a great opportunity for you, Harry.
Believe me.
I know.
Craft and Craft is the biggest in the country.
Yeah, I know. The biggest.
I think Michelle is asleep now. Let's talk.
I met with Bill York today.
And I talked with Mr. Marchetta. Did York make the offer?
Yup. He asked me if I want the job.
That's exciting, Harry. What was it?
A vice-presidency with the biggest accounting company in the country--Craft and Craft.
Aren't you excited about that?
Sure I am. But there's so much more to consider.
I talked to Mr. Marchetta.
What did he say? Did you tell him about me?
Of course, Harry. I want what's best for you, and I think I can get a good job through Mr. Marchetta in Los Angeles also.
You're kidding.
No, I'm not kidding.
I talked with him, and he understands completely.
He has a major toy buyer in Los Angeles, and he's pretty sure that I can get a good job there.
Unbelievable!
But I think we should talk to Michelle about all of this.
You're right. We'll talk to her about it.
And how do you feel about taking the job in Los Angeles?
How should I feel?
It's the biggest company in the country.
Well, then you feel good about taking it?
Well ... I feel fine about it. Why shouldn't I?

FamilyAlbumUSA_061：第二十一课：A Big Fish in a Little Pond ACT I

I really like this one Susan. Do you?
Turn around, Michelle. Let me see the back of it.
I like it a lot. It fits well.
It doesn't need any alterations. We must've bought the right size.
I like the color. She looks good in blue.
I like blue, too, Daddy.
Try on the skirt and blouse outfit, Michelle--the one that Daddy wanted you to wear.
OK.
Michelle has been a different kid since we've been married.
She's never been happier.
And I've never been happier, Harry.
I love her very much. She's been a joy.
We're very lucky, the three of us ...
and becoming part of the Stewart family, too.
We couldn't ask for anything more, could we?
Well ...
Well ...? Could we ask for anything more?
Well ... we ...
How do you like it, Daddy?
It's my favorite outfit.
It's good for every day. It will be good for school, Michelle.
I like it, too. I always like skirts that go like this.
Do you want to see the winter jacket on me, Susan?
Yes, I do. Change back into your jeans, and put on the new winter jacket we bought today.
OK.
What did you mean by "well ...?"
You had something on your mind when I said we couldn't ask for anything more.
Is everything all right?
Everything is fine, Michelle.
Let's take a look at the winter jacket. Come on over here, honey.
It's kind of warm.
It is. That's why we bought it for you.
This will be a perfect jacket for the wintertime when it's very cold out.
But it's kind of small also. We must've bought the wrong size.
Looks like we should've bought a bigger one.
I guess we'll have to exchange it, too.
I'm sure the store has others.
I look silly! It is too small!
You're growing so fast, Michelle.
Can I take it off? I'm hot!
Sure. Put it back in your room, and we'll hang everything up later.
Well, are you going to tell me what's on your mind, Harry?
I have been offered a job with a major accounting company in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles? That's a big decision.
I know. It will also affect you and your job, if we decide to go.
Wow! It sure will. But first tell me about the job, Harry.
If it's a good one, then we'll make it work for us.
I have a client in the garment business, on Seventh Avenue.
I do his taxes every year.
He has a big sales office in Los Angeles, and the company in Los Angeles that does his major accounting work is looking for an executive. And he recommended me.
That's wonderful, Harry.
Yes, but it would mean that we'd have to move to L.A.
What about the salary?
The real discussion comes tomorrow.
Susan, I don't plan to make any decisions until I have a chance to talk with you about it.
I understand, Harry.
And I don't have to make a quick decision.
They know that I'm married and that I have a family.
Well, there's a lot to think about.
If it's a good job, then I've got to do some thinking about my career opportunities in Los Angeles.
Is everything OK?
Yes, honey.

FamilyAlbumUSA_060：第二十课：Quality Time ACT III

Good morning.
What a wonderful morning!
Don't the flowers smell wonderful?
Good morning, Ellen.
Yes, they do.
That's why I'm reading my paper and having my coffee on the patio this morning.
Ah, it does smell sweet.
How was your school-board meeting last night?
You must've come home very late.
Did you find the sandwich I made for you?
Thanks, dear.
I was so tired I didn't even finish it.
Philip, I've been working on this special project with the school board, and I'd like your opinion about it.
What is it?
I've been trying to find a way to encourage reading.
Good luck!
Well, I think I may have found a way to do it.
Tell me about it.
I work with families every day, Ellen.
I see how people spend their leisure time--young and elder.
Mostly watching television.
Well, that would be OK if, and I repeat, if people took the time to read.
I couldn't agree with you more.
The question is, how do we get them to read more?
I think you're going to give me the answer to that question.
You have that look in your eye.
I do have an answer, Philip.
Or at least I think I do.
Well, tell me about it.
The plan is a simple one.
Involve the entire family in a reading project.
In the home?
Yes, in the home.
But first in the school-rooms.
Hmm, interesting.
But how do you plan to do that?
By arranging with the public schools to schedule one hour a week--to start with.
During that time parents are invited to attend--and to read along with the children--their children.
It can go beyond the school system, Ellen.
Really?
I guarantee you it would go very well in the hospitals.
My patients--mostly kids--would love to read and be read to.
You think so?
I know so.
Maybe we can experiment with your patients and see how the plan works.
I love the idea.
Would you work with me on it?
I would love to, Philip.
And that way, we'll spend more time together, Ellen.
We just don't see each other anymore.
You and I are very busy these days.
This is true.
We need to find time to be together more, to do things together more--you and I.
This would be a wonderful way to accomplish that.
I have a question.
Yes?
What do we read?
To the patients in the ward?
Yes.
Well, let you and I talk about it.
What would you like to read to them?
Mrs. Stewart and I will read a poem by Robert Frost.
It's called "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening."
Would you begin, Ellen?
All right.
"Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost. 雪夜林边小驻
Whose woods these are I think I know. 这是谁的林子 我想我知道
His house is in the village though; 虽然他的屋子是在村子
He will not see me stopping here 他不会看到我驻足此地
To watch his woods fill up with snow. 注视他落满雪花的林子。
My little horse must think it queer 我的小马一定感到奇怪
To stop without a farmhouse near 为何停在没有农舍的地方
Between the woods and frozen lake 就在林子和冰湖之间
The darkest evening of the year. 在这一年中最漆黑的夜晚
He gives his harness bells a shake 摇动绳上的铃铛
To ask if there is some mistake. 想问问是否搞错了
The only other sound's the sweep of easy wind and downy flake.徐风掠过和细雪纷飞
The woods are lovely, dark and deep, 林子迷人 漆黑而深邃
But I have promises to keep, 但是我有约要赴
And miles to go before I sleep, 在我就寝前还得赶许多里路
And miles to go before I sleep. 在我就寝前还得赶许多里路
You two belong on stage! That was wonderful!
Grandpa!
Dad ... Robbie. When did you come?
We've been listening to you both.
These are lucky kids.
Do you enjoy reading together?
Well, we may read together aloud at home.
You were right, Robbie.
I know.

FamilyAlbumUSA_059：第二十课：Quality Time ACT II

Hello there, Robbie.
What are you doing up this late?
Reading.
Reading?
At this hour?
Ah, come on, Robbie.
What are you doing up this late?
Things on my mind.
Do you care to talk about them?
Sure, if you don't mind listening.
Robbie, Robbie, remember me?
I'm your mother.
If you have something you want to talk about, I'm always prepared to listen.
You haven't been around much lately.
So that's it.
OK, let's talk.
You and Dad are like ships that pass in the night.
Dad works hard, and he works late.
You work hard on all your committees, and you work late.
I thought you were proud of the work I do.
I am, Mom.
Real proud.
You are one fantastic mom, but ... but I've been noticing how little quality time you spend with Dad and me ... and the family.
It's a real problem, Robbie.
I know it.
I'm concerned.
There must be a way that Dad and you can spend more time together.
Well, we always talk about taking a vacation together--with the family.
I think you ought to take a vacation away from the family--alone.
Kind of a second honeymoon.
It would be wonderful, but our schedules won't allow it.
I think I have an idea.
You do?
Yup.
I think I have an idea that will bring Dad and you together in a more scheduled way.
What is it?
Well, you know how Dad is always talking about the kids in the ward and how important it is for them to be paid attention to?
Yes.
Well ... and how hard it is because the doctors and nurses are so busy?
Yes.
Well, how would it be if you took some time to work with Dad towards solving that problem?
I don't get it.
Like setting up a regular weekly reading program.
You and Dad.
You and Dr. Philip Stewart--going to the children's ward once or twice a week and reading to them.
Not bad.
Not a bad idea, Robbie.
As a matter of fact, it fits right in with something I'm working on right now with the school-board committee.
What's that?
I've been trying to work out a program in the public school that will bring parents and teachers together once a week to read to the students--their own children, really.
By doing that, it will encourage reading.
So it might fit in with a program for reading to the kids in the hospital.
You're right.
We'll do it!
I'm going to talk to Daddy about it right now.
But Dad was so exhausted when he came home from work.
Why don't you talk to him about it tomorrow?
You are a very smart young man, Robbie.
I think I'll wait until tomorrow.
You won't forget, will you?
Believe me, I won't.
It is a great idea, and I promise you I won't forget.
Thanks, Mom.
Thank you, Robbie.

FamilyAlbumUSA_058：第二十课：Quality Time ACT I

Where's Mom?
She went to a school-board meeting.
I don't know how she does it.
She sure keeps busy.
It's important to her.
There are lots of places to go,lots of things to do.
She can't sit around and do nothing.
Philip works late.
I guess you're right.
I wish I had her energy.
Anybody home?
We're in here, Dad.
Oh. Hi, gang.
Hello, Philip.
How was your day?
My day was just fine.
So was my night.
It's almost ten o'clock.
Mmm. I'm starving.
Um ... where's Mom?
She went to a school-board meeting.
There's a note for you on the refrigerator.
Oh?
Did you have dinner, Robbie?
Yeah.
Mike and I had a hamburger at the diner.
I came home a little while ago.
You've been working late almost every night this week, Dad.
Aren't you exhausted?
I don't have time to be exhausted.
You and Mom haven't had dinner together with us in almost a full week.
Yeah, I feel bad about us not having dinner with the family, but our schedules are so different.
Either I'm at the hospital doing paperwork, or Mom is at a committee meeting.
I frankly don't know what to do about it.
I'm worried about you and Mom.
You really have been working too hard.
Well, I think I've had enough of that sandwich.
You didn't finish it.
It's not good to eat before going to bed.
A cookie can't hurt, though.
Well, I'm heading off for bed and a good night's sleep.
Well, good night.
Good night, Son.
Good night, Dad.
I'm going to bed.
Good night, Philip.
Haven't you finished balancing that checkbook?
I found another mistake.
I'll be off to bed myself in a minute.
OK. Good night.
I'm really concerned about them, Grandpa.
Concerned about whom?
About Mom and Dad.
They hardly ever see each other.
Dad often works late, and Mom has all these committees she's on.
What do you propose to do about it?
You have that look in your eye.
I don't know, but there must be a way of getting them to spend more time together.
Quality time.

FamilyAlbumUSA_057：第十九课：I Do ACT III

Philip ... Ellen. Philip ... Ellenn。
Ah, Judge.
How are you?
How are you?
Hello.
I think it's time for the wedding to begin.
All right, ladies and gentlemen.
Please take your places.
The wedding ceremony is about to begin.
OK, Jane. Start the music.
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in holy matrimony.
Do either of you have any reason
Is there anyone present who can show any just cause why these two people should not be legally joined in marriage?
Then, Harry Bennett, do you take Susan Stewart to be your lawful, wedded wife?
I do.
And you, Susan Stewart, do you take Harry Bennett to be your lawful, wedded husband?
I do.
The rings, please.
I have them, Harry.
By the power vested in me by the laws of the State of New York, I now pronounce you husband and wife.
You may kiss the bride now, Harry.

FamilyAlbumUSA_056：第十九课：I Do ACT II

And now for ... something old, something new, something borrowed,and something blue.
OK. Let's see.
Something borrowed.
That's this dress. Borrowed from Marilyn.
Something blue.
My wristband.
I wore it when I married your father.
Oh, Mother. I forgot you still had it.
It's just so lovely.
I bought it in an antique shop when I was about eighteen years old.
I saved it for my wedding day.
And you saved it for me, didn't you, Mother?
Yes, honey. I did.
Are we ever going to finish?
All right.
Something borrowed.
The wedding dress. And something blue.
The wristband. Something old?
Something old.
Right. What's old?
Of course!
Something old.
I had planned to wear them.
Grandma's pearls!
Oh, Grandpa will be so pleased that you're wearing them.
I'm sure he misses Grandma on a day like this.
Help me with them, Marilyn.
I've never worn them before.
I've been saving them for today.
Saving them for today?
Oh, you're a real Stewart!
Oh, there you go.
Lovely!
Something borrowed, something blue.
Something old ...
and now for something new.
The veil.
Oh, it's so beautiful, Marilyn!
You really are a fabulous designer, Marilyn.
Doesn't it look just right on Susan?
Perfect!
And when you both say, "I do," Harry will lift this veil over your head and kiss the bride.
Oh, I'm so excited!
When you said, "I do," Marilyn, it suddenly became real.
That's all right, Susan.
You've got the wedding-day jitters!
In less than two hours, you will be Mrs. Harry Bennett.
Oh, that reminds me.
If we don't get dressed, we won't be there to see Susan become Mrs. Harry Bennett.
Before you leave--do I look all right?
You never looked better.
Mom.
She's right.
And that's dear little Max.
Got to go and feed him.
What am I supposed to do?
Take off the veil, kick off your shoes, and sit down.
We'll come upstairs and get you in a little while.
Richard's going to take some wedding pictures before the ceremony.
So just relax.
Are you kidding? Relax?
Susan Stewart ...
you are about to become Susan Bennett--Mrs. Harry Bennett.

FamilyAlbumUSA_055：第十九课：I Do ACT I

It looks wrong.
Hmmm. It is wrong.
Are they always that difficult to make?
The truth is ... yes.
I'll try again.
At this rate, the wedding will take place tomorrow.
Not to worry.
OK. Here we go.
I'm worried, Philip.
What if we can't tie the tie?
If we can't tie the tie, then there can't be a wedding.
You'd better not make Harry any more nervous than he is.
Don't worry.
We'll figure a way.
How're you doing, fellas?
Not so good, Grandpa.
We can't get this bow tie tied.
Nobody knows how to do it.
Do you?
No. I never could, either.
Well, you have your own tuxedo.
How do you tie your bow tie?
Yeah, Grandpa, I've seen you in it.
You look great.
How do you tie it?
I don't.
You don't?
What do you mean?
I never could tie one of those ... things ... bow ties.
I have always worn a clip-on bow tie.
A clip-on?
Of course.
Now I remember.
Yes, it's so easy.
All you do is clip it around under your collar.
We all need one of those.
The tuxedo rental store.
Do you think they're open?
Should be.
Sunday's their big day.
I'll call and find out.
Well, if they're not, I'll lend you mine, Harry.
You're the only one who really needs to be wearing a tuxedo, anyway.
Thanks, Grandpa.
I'm the father of the bride.
I'm supposed to be worried about my daughter, and here I am with the man that's marrying my daughter--worrying about him.
Poor Harry.
I know the feeling.
Wedding-day Jitters.
Are they open?
We're in luck.
They're open.
And they have lots of clip-on bow ties.
I'll bicycle down to the village and get them.
You'd better hurry, Robbie.
There's lots of time.
A little over two hours.
In two hours and fifteen minutes I'll be married to Susan.
And be a true member of the Stewart family.
Oh, you're a lucky guy, Harry.
Susan is one of the best women you'll ever find.
She's just like her grandma.
Now, once you put the ring on Susan's finger, you are one of us, Harry.
And don't ever forget it.
Ring? Ring?
Oh my!
What did I do with the rings?
I put them in the pocket of my sports jacket.
No, I think you put them in your tuxedo jacket pocket.
Remember?
Right.
What did I do with the rings?
Didn't you give them to Richard?
He's your best man.
I remember.
You gave them to Richard.
Oh, yeah.
I remember now.
You handed them to me.
What did I do with them?
I hope they aren't lost.
Oh, don't worry, Harry.
They have to be here.
I remember.
I gave them to Robbie to hold so I wouldn't lose them.
Where's Robbie?
Relax, Harry.
Robbie went to pick up the clip-on bow ties.
Oh, I forgot.
What time is it?
It's still a little over two hours, Harry.
Just relax.
What about the rings?
I'm sure Robbie has them.
No, no, Robbie doesn't have them.
He gave them to me to hold on to them because he didn't want the responsibility of holding them.
I put them in my tuxedo--but in the lapel pocket.
That's a relief.
I was really worried.
I'll hold on to them for you.
The best man always keeps the rings.
You're right.
You hold on to them so there won't be a problem later.
Well, now, I think we'd better get dressed, fellas.
All right!
Robbie will bring the ties back.
Hey, leaving me?
You'll be fine.
Try to take it easy.
It'll all be over in two hours.
Over?
The wedding ceremony will be over.
You'll be husband and wife.
I guess you're right.
Two hours from now.

FamilyAlbumUSA_054：第十八课：Making a Difference ACT III

... my slogan is "I care."
I care about people, not things.
Vote for me, Ellen Stewart.
I care.
How was it?
You were terrific!
Can I see it?
Sure.
Hello. My name is Ellen Stewart, and I'm running for the open seat on the school board.
My slogan is "I care."
What does the word care mean?
... I care about people, not things.
Vote for me, Ellen Stewart.
I care.
I like it, but now what?
How can we possibly get it on so Riverdale will see it and hear it?
Leave it to me.
... I mean that when I say "I care", I care about people, not things.
Vote for me, Ellen Stewart.
I care.
What happened?
Mom is now on television in every appliance store in Riverdale, except Hamlin's.
He's a Boswell voter.
That's a brilliant idea, Richard!
You inherited your father's brains.
We got our brains from you, Dad.
And guess what?
I called channel five.
Their TV news is going to cover it.
"Housewife campaigns in appliance stores."
And I'll bet some magazine will pick up the story, too.
Mom, you're going to win!
I know it!
Hold it, Robbie!
Just cool down.
I know we're getting some attention now, but in the end the voters will have to decide.
You're gonna win.
Trust me!
In the hotly contested race for the one seat on the Riverdale School Board, Mrs. Ellen Stewart has taken an early lead.
She's winning!
Mom, you're winning!
Now returning to other local news ...
Riverdale High School beat its rival Horace Mann in baseball today ...
It's too soon to know for certain.
You're ahead.
That's better than being behind.
More sports after this.
It's not over yet.
Let's just all calm down, and wait for the final results.
Ellen, why don't you go out to the backyard and get some fresh air?
Thank you, Grandpa.
I need some.
What happened?
You came very close, Ellen.
You lost by only a hundred and twenty-one votes.
I lost.
You tried, Mom.
You lost by a very small number of votes.
Only one hundred and twenty-one votes!
I'm sorry, Mom.
There just wasn't enough time.
Look, you've made a very strong impression on our community.
You'll have another chance next election.
Hello.
Oh, yes, yes, Mr. Maxwell.
Hello, Mr. Maxwell.
How are you?
I just called to tell you that you are very impressive.
You lost the election, but you won the attention of the residents of Riverdale, of Boswell, and of me.
Well, thank you, Mr. Maxwell.
I appreciate your kind words.
I needed that.
I hear Boswell wants to appoint you to a special arts committee.
I'm sending over a reporter in the morning to interview you.
You are?
I'm gonna do an article on "Ellen Stewart--she cares."
Maybe we'll all care now.
Good-bye.
Thank you-- and good-bye.
What was that about?
You were right, Philip.
I did make a difference in town.
And in this family.

FamilyAlbumUSA_053：第十八课：Making a Difference ACT II

Here are the fliers, hot off the press!
Looks good.
Simple.
Right over here, Grandpa.
You fold the fliers.
Richard and I will put them into the envelopes.
We finished addressing over three hundred envelopes.
Need another box?
Good work, gang.
Hi, this is Mike Johnson.
Can I speak with Mr. or Mrs. Anderson?
Thanks.
Mr. Nelson.
Hi. This is Robbie Stewart.
Did you know my mother is running for the school board?
Yes, Miss Kim, Ellen Stewart.
"She cares."
Oh, see you at the polls.
Certainly.
I'll give her your best wishes, Mr. Nelson.
Hi, this is Mike Johnson.
Can I speak with Mr. or Mrs. Burns?
Thank you.
We have done so much in such a short amount of time.
I can't believe it!
Wait till Philip comes home and sees our progress.
Everyone saw the story in the Riverdale newspaper.
Mr. Maxwell was very kind to print my announcement.
It helps enormously.
Everybody in Riverdale reads his paper.
Your photo in it helped, too.
Thanks to you, Richard, it's a good picture.
Well, hi, all.
Hi, Dad.
Hello, darling. 。
May I ... may I help?
Licking envelopes.
I fold the fliers.
We stuff them.
And I lick the envelopes.
Hey, everybody,Mrs. Greenberg is on the phone.
She says Carter Boswell is on the TV right now--doing a commercial.
What channel?
Five.
Five?
... and if you ask what I care about, I'll tell you.
I care about the school buildings in need of paint.
I care about more lockers for the teachers.
I care about new fixtures in the hallways-- not music or dancing or entertainment.
I care about the practical things.
If you do, vote for me, Carter Boswell.
A lot of people will agree with him.
I told you.
Too bad kids can't vote.
It's our school, but we can't vote.
There are people in favor of the cultural programs, Mom.
There are, Ellen.
Don't be upset by Boswell's commercial.
You have to go on television, too.
Boswell's a powerful speaker.
You can be, too.
Your ideas are good ones.
I don't know.
I'm not sure I'm up to it.

FamilyAlbumUSA_052：第十八课：Making a Difference ACT I

I don't believe it!
What's wrong?
Carter Boswell!
Who's Carter Boswell?
He's running for the school board.
The election's next month.
What's wrong with wanting to be on the school board?
Nothing.
But he wants to cut the school budget!
Maybe it needs cutting.
Cutting the budget is fine, but he wants to do it by cutting all the cultural programs.
No music, no dance, no concert, no stage presentations.
Why does he want to do that?
He says it's to save the taxpayers' money, and I think he believes that the taxpayers will vote for him if he spends less on the cultural programs.
He's probably right.
Lots of people want their taxes used for new books and a new paint job in the schoolrooms.
Maybe some of us would like to pay a little bit more and keep the cultural programs for our kids.
Well, I'm not sure. Ellen.
I hear it from my patients.
Lots of people are tired of higher taxes.
I know, but if Boswell wins he'll be an important decision-maker on the school board, and he doesn't know anything about our children's education.
Who's running against him?
Nobody. That's the problem.
Well, it sounds to me like Carter Boswell is going to win this seat on the board.
Oh, not if I can stop him!
And how are you going to stop him?
I don't know.
Maybe I'll run against him.
Well, you've got my vote.
I'm serious, Philip.
Why shouldn't I run?
Why shouldn't you run for what, Mom?
Your mother is thinking of running for the school board.
Hey, that's terrific, Mom!
Against Carter Boswell?
Great!
Well, if I run for office, the voters will have a clear choice.
I stand for everything Boswell doesn't.
I think a lot of people will vote for you against Boswell, Ellen.
I'll vote for you.
Will you help me if I do run?
Absolutely.
The trouble is it takes a little bit of money to run a campaign.
I think you can make a difference, Ellen.
And in a short campaign you wouldn't need as much money.
You know something, Ellen?
Why not give the people of Riverdale a clear choice?
I'm with you.
You can make a difference.
Come in.
Mr. Maxwell?
Yes, Charles Maxwell.
My name is Ellen Stewart.
Hello.
Please, sit down.
You asked to see me.
What would you like to see me about?
I'd like your help.
Well, I'm editor of the most influential newspaper in Riverdale.
Actually, it's the only newspaper.
A lot of people would like my help.
Do you have a story?
I'm planning to run for the school board.
Against Carter Boswell?
Yes.
Well, that is news.
Will you announce that I'm running?
Sure.
But I need some information.
Of course.
Why will the voters vote for you against Boswell, Mrs. Stewart?
Because I care.
"Vote for Ellen Stewart. She cares."
Not a bad slogan.
But what do you care about?
Well, I care about the children of our town.
I don't want them to grow up without cultural programs in our school.
Do you have a plan?
I want our children to learnmore than reading, writing, and arithmetic.
I want to keep the after-school programs-- the music, the concerts.
It's not a bad plan.
But who's going to pay for all of this?
We are.
The citizens of Riverdale, of course.
I plan to get help from the businessmen and the corporations of Riverdale.
That's fair enough.
Exactly what do you want from me, Mrs. Stewart?
You don't know me.
I can't expect you to take my side against Boswell.
But I do need some publicity so that the people of our town know that I'm running for office and that I care about our children.
Fair enough.
I certainly can print the news.
And you are now making news.

FamilyAlbumUSA_051：第十七课：Photo Finish ACT III

Two weeks. I said I could do it in two weeks, and I did it.
The pictures you've taken are fabulous, Richard.
Mr. Carlson will love them.
Monday morning.
I'm going to show him the photos on Monday morning.
I can't wait!
I'm very proud of you. You really did a beautiful job.
I know he will love the new photographs for your book.
Yeah. I really did do a good job, didn't I?
Hey, you know? There's still some film left on this roll, and there's one person I haven't photographed in a long time.
Who?
You.
Richard! I haven't brushed my hair.
You look great!
It's not fair, Richard. I'm not even ready.
Oh, that's wonderful! That's wonderful!
Wonderful!
Thanks.
Fabulous!
Thanks.
Terrific!
Thanks.
They get better and better.
Thanks a lot.
This is sensational!
Yeah. Thanks.
What a job! Good work, Richard!
I'm so glad you like them so much.
Like them? They represent your best work.
Really?
Absolutely.
Well ... what do you think? Do I have my book?
You do. You do. There's a book here.
I'll have a contract and an advance payment waiting for you first thing in the morning.
Thank you.
And while you're here, I would like to introduce you to your editor.
And I want you to meet the people in the art department.
I'll set up an appointment with the marketing people.
When do you think we'll be through?
In about half an hour. Why?
I can't wait to tell Marilyn!

FamilyAlbumUSA_050：第十七课：Photo Finish ACT II

Good morning.
Good morning. My name is Richard Stewart.
I'm here to see Mr. Carlson.
Please sit down, Mr. Stewart.
Mr. Carlson will be with you shortly.
Thank you.
Excuse me, Mr. Carlson, but Richard Stewart is here for his ten o'clock appointment with you.
OK. Thank you.
Like I said, he'll be with you shortly.
Thank you.
Yes, Mr. Carlson. Yes, sir.
He's ready for you, Mr. Stewart.
Thank you. In there?
Yes. In there. Good luck.
Come in, come in.
This is a crazy morning. Hello, Richard.
Hello, Mr. Carlson.
Sit down, sit down.
Thank you for seeing me on such short notice.
I hope you've brought your pictures along.
I see that you have. Let's get right to it.
We need a new coffee-table book, and a book of photos about the United States still feels right.
OK, let's take a look.
Good. Very good. Family Album, U.S.A.
It's an excellent title.
If you had to describe the book in one sentence,how would you do it?
Well, I'd describe it as a book which is a ... a portrait of the United States-- the places, the people--mostly the people.
The things they do, the ways they live, the places they visit, and the landmarks.
A photographic journey.
These are wonderful-- these photos in your performing arts section.
Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center.
I'm glad you like them.
I do, but ...
But?
There's something missing. You've got a good eye, Richard.
You're a terrific photographer.
But before I can publish your work, I need to meet with my marketing department, I need to meet with my marketing department,and you've got to do one more thing.
What's that, Mr. Carlson?
In the section on culture, you've included performing arts centers, but you've left out street performance. The mimes.
The musicians. The dancers--in the parks and on the streets.
Richard, if you go out Richard and photograph street performances in the city, you'll have it.
That is a great idea.
The performing arts centers and the street performances.
I'll do it.
If you do it, I'll publish your work.
Are you serious?
I've never been more serious.
When do you think you can return with street performances?
A couple of weeks.
If they're as good as the rest of these pictures, it's a deal.
You won't be disappointed, Mr. Carlson. Thanks.
Good-bye, Richard, and good luck. See you in two weeks.
Good-bye, Mr. Carlson. Thanks.
So if you like the street-performance photos, you'll really publish Family Album, U.S.A.?
When I say something, I mean it.
Go to work. Good-bye.
Good-bye.

FamilyAlbumUSA_049：第十七课：Photo Finish ACT I

What are you doing?
I think I've got them.
You think you've got what?
Performing arts--performing arts centers.
I think I've got them all, but I'm not sure.
I think you have got it, Richard.
Lincoln Center, home of the Metropolitan Opera, the New York City Ballet, the New York Philharmonic.
Shubert Alley, center of the theater on Broadway.
And Carnegie Hall.
And the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington.
And the Music Center in Los Angeles.
And the others. I do have it all.
You have been working on this for some time, Richard.
I'm glad you feel you've finally put it all together.
What now?
Now for the hard part.
Oh, you think you're going to have a hard time getting the album published?
Well, it won't be easy.
So, what do you think you're going to do?
Does the name Harvey Carlson ring a bell?
Oh, yes! Harvey Carlson! I remember.
He said I should call him.
He's the publisher of the Carlson Publishing Company.
He said they need a new book of photographs, and he really liked my concept.
So, why don't you call him in the morning?
Do you think I have enough to show him?
I've been through every section with you, Richard.
It's quite complete.
And now that you're satisfied with the performing arts section, I think you should show it to Mr. Carlson.
You're right. My Family Album, U.S.A. feels right.
I'll call in the morning and set up an appointment to see him.
He's going to love your work.
Come on. Let's get some sleep.
Is it too early to call Mr. Carlson?
Seven after nine? No. I'm sure he's in his office.
His number is five, five, five, seven, five, three, two.
Five, five, five, seven, five, three, two.
Hello. Mr. Carlson, please.
Mr. Carlson is busy at the moment. May I help you?
I'd like to make an appointment with him.
And your name is ...?
My name is Richard Stewart.
He told me to call him about my project, Family Album, U.S.A.
One moment, please.
What's going on?
I guess they're trying to set up an appointment for me.
Mr. Stewart, I just spoke to Mr. Carlson.
He would like to see you.
But the only time he's available this week is tomorrow morning at ten o'clock.
Thanks. Thanks a lot. Good-bye.
Well, it's done. Tomorrow morning at a publisher's office.
Oh, it's so exciting, isn't it, Richard?
Well, finally a publisher will see my work.