EPISODE

19. Wake Up Call

Spring has sprung in Cicely, and with it come crocuses, free eggs at the Brick, a rebirth for Shelly, a diagnostic refresher for Joel, and an awakening of passions for Maggie.

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The coming of spring brings love to Maggie, a new skin to Shelly, and to Joel a reminder of the importance of blending compassion with his scientific knowledge. A tall, handsome stranger ( Andreas Wisniewski ) comes to Maggie's aid when her pickup truck gets stuck in the mud. A romance develops, but there is an unusual problem. Joel reluctantly agrees to be shadowed by Marilyn's cousin Leonard ( Graham Greene ), a traditional native healer, who wants to learn a little about modern medical practices. They disagree about how to treat Shelly's skin problem.

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