Happy Thanksgiving! The gang couldn’t be more excited to share this special day with you. Today, and every day, we are deeply thankful for supporters like you, our Bonnethead family, who allow us to connect and continue the bond that started with Michael Landon in 1974.

We’re thrilled to welcome Kathi Von Etten, head of the Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce, who joins us to reflect on her "year of the Prairie" and share exciting news about the final Little House Bus Tour (say it ain’t so!) happening Sunday, December 1, with Dean and Alison as your guides. And for the collectors out there, don’t miss out on the exclusive Simi Valley Festival Little House 50th Anniversary merchandise—it's selling fast! Head over to the Simi Valley website (link also in the show notes) to grab your special edition items before they’re gone.

We felt it was fitting to have today’s guest on Thanksgiving, as we are deeply inspired by her gratitude and grace—Baby Rose Wilder herself, Jennifer Donati. Jennifer shares with us how, at just seven weeks old, she and her twin sister were cast as Baby Rose in Little House on the Prairie. Though she has no memories of that experience, Jennifer was reunited with her Little House family a couple of years ago, and as she says, "life has never been the same." This adult reunion sparked her to finally write the book she had always dreamed of: More Than Just the Prairie. In it, Jennifer opens up about the personal hardships she has faced, including the loss of her twin sister, Sarah, and her beloved mother. Her story is one of resilience, strength, and gratitude, offering a powerful example of overcoming tragedy with grace. Oh, and by the way—she is also a badass!

Continue the conversation with us on Patreon, where gratitude is at the heart of the discussion. This Thanksgiving, Pamela, Dean, Alison, and Jennifer share what they're thankful for, including Alison's story of meeting her newly discovered relatives in Ireland. They also explore how gratitude is the highest vibrational force. With so much to be thankful for, Little House on the Prairie is at the core of many of these blessings. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone—we hope you enjoy this heartfelt segment.

A SPECIAL NOTE ON THIS THANKSGIVING: Little House on the Prairie is at the heart of what so many are most grateful for, not just because of the timeless stories it told, but because of the lasting impact it has had on all of us. The show brought families together, fostering a sense of community and shared values that transcend generations. It taught us about resilience, love, and the importance of finding gratitude even in the most challenging times. For many of us, Little House was more than just entertainment—it was a source of comfort, inspiration, and connection to a simpler, yet deeply meaningful way of life. It has shaped how we view family, community, and the world around us, and continues to remind us to appreciate the little things in life. Today, as we gather with loved ones, let us remember these values as a country, a community, as human beings.
 
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PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/LittleHousePodcast
 
www.LittleHouse50Podcast.com to connect with our hosts and link to their websites. ***OUR LITTLE HOUSE 50TH ANNIVERSARY MERCH SHOP IS NOW OPEN! YEAHHHH!!!***


www.LivinOnaPrairieTV.com  Check out the award-winning series created by Pamela Bob, with special guest stars Alison Arngrim and Charlotte Stewart.

Little House 50th Anniversary Bus Tours - AND MERCH STORE www.SimiValleyChamber.org   select Little House 50th Anniversary and then Bus Tickets

Jennifer Donati’s Book, “More Than Just the Prairie” https://baby-rose-619546.square.site/?source=qr-code Also available on Amazon

Facebook/Instagram/TikTok:

Dean Butler @officialdeanbutler
Alison Arngrim @alisonarngrim
Pamela Bob @thepamelabob, @prairietv
 
BUZZFEED ARTICLE FEATURING DEAN, ALISON AND THE PODCAST: https://www.buzzfeed.com/andrewfirriolo/alison-arngrim-dean-butler-interview
 
DEAN BUTLER EVENTS
May 16-18 - Tulsa, OK - Country Con 


ALISON ARNGRIM EVENTS
May 16-18 - Tulsa, OK - Country Con 


PAMELA BOB EVENTS
The Twisted Christmas Show! At Green Room 42
ALL INFO including the KICKSTARTER FUNDRAISER
December 4,6,7 at 9:30pm in NYC
IG/FB @TwistedChristmasShow
TikTok @theTwistedChristmasShow

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