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Picnic Basket, 1902 (A Friendship Album Story)

Eighteen-year-old Eula Jean Rhodes is widely regarded as one of the best quilters and cooks in her small farming community of Homerville, Ohio. While some wonder when Eula will marry, Eula wonders who would be interested — and she's not sure if she cares. Life at home with her rambunctious brothers, fun-loving sisters and understanding mother is comfortable and comforting. But when she meets Dan Baker, a farmer with an eye for quilts, she begins to wonder if she might be ready to make a home of her own.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 39

In the final chapter of the novel, Emmeline is in for a big surprise at the quilt show.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 38

Dorothy recalls a revealing conversation with Emmeline as she gets ready for guests.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 37

Florence recalls the first time Arthur proposed and the couple ponders a potential future together.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 36

The Wednesday bee expands as Bess ponders whether the time has come for a new beginning.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 35

Eula passes down kitchen advice to her new daughter-in-law and finally gets the news she's been waiting for.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 34

Emmeline receives an unexpected offer while mulling over the latest news from Florence.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 33

Dorothy tries to keep her temper around her stubborn son-in-law -- and discovers an unlikely ally in the process.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 32

Florence tries her hand at pie-making and makes an unlikely ally in the process.

Friendship Album, 1933: Episode 31

Father Joe makes Bess an offer she may not be able to refuse.