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30 episodesMama's Man
A Widowed Nurse Looks For A Job To Support Her 6-year-Old Son.
The Interview
Julia enters phase two of her job-hunting task: an interview with the clinic's cantankerous Dr. Chegley. The nurse's high hopes dim when the doctor's approving nods are countered by the cautious questioning of head nurse Hannah Yarby.
Sorry, Right Number
Although Julia does well on her first day at her new job, the same can't be said at home.
Homework Isn't Housework
Julia hires a part-time mother's helper who's more accustomed to homework than housework.
Unloneliest Night of the Week
Julia has her hands full with the Waggedorn children when an Army buddy of her late husband's shows up.
Who's a Freud of Ginger Wolfe?
Julia is concerned that Corey has done all his school paintings in black.
Am I, Pardon the Expression, Blacklisted?
Julia thinks she might lose her job since her security clearance at the space center has been delayed.
The Champ is No Chump
Julia goes on a TV quiz show where the prize is a date with a heavyweight boxing champ.
Too Good to Be Bad
Julia is the target of two efforts at matchmaking.
Paint Your Waggedorn
Julia tells Corey about prejudice.
Farewell, My Friends, Hello
A retiring messenger showers Julia with gifts.
The Solid Brass Snow Job
A salesman wins over Julia and Corey in his attempt to gain the clinic's account.
Designers Don't Always Have Designs
Dr. Chegley and Hannah try to fix up Julia with a single engineer.
I'm Dreaming of a Black Christmas
Corey wants to know if Santa Claus is black or white.
The One and Only Genuine, Original Family Uncle
Julia receives a visit from her ex-vaudevillian uncle Lou.
How Sharper Than a Baby's Tooth
Julia thinks Corey is afraid to go to the dentist, but he only has a loose tooth.
Matchmaker, Break Me a Match
Julia is unsure about her latest suitor since he's asking to borrow $500.
Dancer in the Dark
Julia is enlisted to recruit a black militant for the company.
How to Keep Your Wig Warm
Marie is worried that her husband is losing interest.
Sticks and Stones Can Break My Pizza
Julia endures name-calling at home and at work.
A Little Chicken Soup Never Hurt Anybody
Julia's landlord refuses to tell her what's bothering him when he locks himself in his apartment.
Wanda Mean Well
Julia is the first black person Waggedorn's sister Wanda ever met.
Cupid's No Computer
Julia attempts to fix up her landlord with Hannah.
I Thought I Saw a Two-Timer?
Julia is unsure what to do when she sees Marie's husband with a blonde.
It Takes Two to Tangle
Dr. Chegley enlists Julia to help out with his fund-raising project.
Home of the Braves
The search is on for a father for Corey when Earl joins a father-son club.
A Baby's a Nice Nuisance
Earl decides to live with Julia and Corey out of jealousy of his baby brother.
Gone With the Draft
Julia's housekeeper leaves town after receiving a strange phone call.
The Doctor's Dilemma
Julia tries to juggle dealing with Corey's babysitter and Dr. Cheney's illness.
Love is a Many Sighted Thing
A friend of Julia's wanting a husband falls for her latest suitor.