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[waves crashing]

[Eddie] What makes a cave?

[Tom] Ooh, water rushing against a rock.

[Eddie] I better stop taking so many baths.

[Tom] Well, that's not quite the way it works, Eddie.

[Eddie] Well, I don't wanna get a hole in me.

Hm. Why are rocks gray and bumpy?

[Tom] Age.

[Eddie] When you get old, are you gonna be gray and bumpy?

[Tom] Maybe.

[Eddie] I'd love you just the same.

[Tom] Oh, I know you would, Eddie.

- Look, dad, a bridge! - Where?

- Right there. - Ah.

[Eddie] I know what I'm gonna be when I grow up.

- A bridge builder? - No, a monkey.

[theme song]

♪ People let me tell you 'bout my best friend ♪

♪ He's a warm-hearted person who'll love me till the end ♪

♪ People let me tell you 'bout my best friend ♪

♪ He's a one-boy cuddly toy ♪

♪ My up my down my pride and joy ♪

♪ People let me tell you 'bout him he's so much fun ♪

♪ Whether we're talkin' man to man ♪

♪ Or whether we're talkin' son to son ♪

♪ 'Cause he's my best friend ♪

♪ Yeah he's my best friend ♪

♪ La la pa ra ra pa ra ♪

♪ Pa ra ra ra pa ra ♪

♪ Pa ra ra pa ra ♪♪

[scatting]

[scatting]

♪ Oops ♪♪

Mm...

You can mm all you want

you're not gonna eat this good in San Francisco.

- I admit it, it is great! Mm. - That reminds me, dad.

When are you gonna go to San Francisco?

Well, I'll be goin' this weekend, Eddie, and I want you

to know your father has been asked to make a speech

to the advertising council.

- Oh. Can I come? - No, not this time, Eddie.

But I will only be gone for a couple of days

and Mrs. Livingston will be staying over the weekend.

[Norman] Hey, if she's gonna cook this good

I'll stay the weekend with her.

Norman, she really

extended herself for you tonight.

What does that mean that she extended herself?

Well, to extend oneself means to, um

really do something special for a person.

Oh.

- Mrs. Livingston. - Yes?

It's a guess.

You do not like it?

No, he means that he does like it.

- Oh. - Fantastic!

- Thank you. - What is it?

- Cockamamie sukiyaki. - Ha...

It is a special Japanese recipe.

I found it in American magazine.

[chuckles] Why, Mrs. Livingston, you are easily assimilated.

And not only that, you're looking

especially gorgeous tonight.

Thank you, Mr. Tinker.

Mrs. Livingston, is that a new dress you have on?

Yes, Eddie, it is new.

It's not only new, it's terrific!

Thank you. And I have been admiring your beads.

- They are lovely. - They go with your dress.

Well, in that case...

- Mrs. Livingston. - Oh.

My beads.

I cannot accept, um, such a gift.

- How does she look? - Neato.

- Fantastic. - See, Mrs. Livingston?

That's where my love beads belong.

But, Mr. Tinker--

Mrs. Livingston, I want you to have them.

If you refuse them, I'll be offended.

Love beads?

I think Uncle Norman likes her.

Oh, you do, huh? Why?

Just 'cause he gave her some beads?

- His love beads. - Well.

Uncle Norman is a very generous person, Eddie.

Sure he likes Mrs. Livingston, but you know

I don't think there's any more to it than that.

Well, I think so. And I think she likes him.

Well, I suppose it's possible.

And she made that special dinner last night

and she also made a special dinner

when he came last week.

[sighs] I must confess that, uh

the food lately has been a lot fancier.

And she wore that special dress last night.

- Yeah, that's true. - Well, gee, dad.

I want to see when a lady dresses up

and cooks even better than usual

I do think that there is a reason.

You're right, there is a reason

but the point is

we must find the right reason.

- Eddie, time for school. - Okay.

Oh, good morning, Mrs. Livingston.

Good morning, Mr. Eddie's father.

Hey, dad, how do you like Mrs. Livingston's new dress?

Another new dress? Well, it's beautiful, charming.

Thank you.

Oh, last night you said

Mr. Tinker may be coming to dinner again tonight.

Oh, yes, Mrs. Livingston, we have to get some work done

before I leave for the weekend.

I see. Thank you. Come, Eddie.

- See? - Oh, come on, Eddie.

She has to ask how many people are gonna be here for dinner.

Gee, dad, sometimes I worry about you.

Oh, you do, huh?

If you don't know that a lady likes someone else

how are you gonna know if a lady likes you?

- I'll ask you. - Okay.

♪♪

- Oh. Hi, Tom. - Hello, Norman.

- How you feel? - I'm fine.

- How do you feel? - Fine.

♪ Cockamamie ♪

♪ Sukiyaki ♪

♪ Everyone needs ♪

♪ Little love beads ♪♪

- Hm. - Hm?

What are you doing?

I'm just trying to figure it out.

Figure what out?

What it is about you that tickles her fancy.

- Tickles whose fancy? - Mrs. Livingston.

Mrs. Livingston?

Norman, come on. You remember last night.

Maybe I don't.

The special dinner

made with only you in mind.

How about the, the exchange of compliments

personal compliments?

- Oh, go away. - And then, then your gift.

What gift?

Your generous gallant gesture.

The beads, Norman, love beads.

What are you tryin' to tell me?

[sighs] Well, Norman, you made a conquest.

- Mrs. Livingston? - Mrs. Livingston.

- Hey, she's known me for years. - So?

What is she pickin' on me now for?

Norman, sometimes something you've wanted all your life

is right in your own backyard.

I don't have a backyard.

See, Mrs. Livingston's lovely

dignified, charming, l...

I give love beads to lots of girls.

I know that and you know that

but does Mrs. Livingston know that?

♪♪

Hey, Tom.

Seriously, are you, are you, you're tryin' to tell me

that you think

that she thinks I'm turned on by her?

No.

I'm trying to tell you that I think

that she thinks that she is turned on to you.

- How do you know? - I know.

- How? - I have ways.

- What ways? - Eddie says so.

- Eddie says so? - Mm-hmm.

After, uh, watching you two

that is his serious considered opinion.

[laughing]

- You really put me up. - Yeah, I know.

- To see me bite? - Uh, uh, uh...

But I gotta tell you one thing, though

I really do think there's a man in her life.

Hey, that's terrific.

Any guy that gets Mrs. Livingston

is a lucky, lucky fella.

I couldn't agree with you more. She's a super lady.

- In any case... - Yeah.

But by the way, Norman, if you want, I could.

- You could what, pal? - Well.

I could put in a good word for you

with Mrs. Livingston. I have--

- Out. - Buddy, she's a bachelor lady.

- You're a bachelor, you know-- - Out.

Cockamamie sukiyaki every night.

Out.

Shoot.

♪♪

- Just lea-- - Excuse me.

- May I place it down? - Oh, oh, yeah.

- Thank you, Mrs. Livingston. - Dad.

I'm all ready to go to bed.

Alright, climb aboard

and I will give you a ride.

- Okay. - Mm...

[grunts]

[imitating a horse]

Oh, ho, horse.

Oh, turn around, please.

[imitating a horse]

Goodnight Uncle Norman and Mrs. Livingston.

- Goodnight, sport. - Goodnight, Eddie.

And leave 'em alone.

[whistling]

Well, that was another terrific dinner tonight, Mrs. Livingston.

Thank you, but I am afraid

I admire anything of you is you're too generous.

Uh, don't worry about it. I've got nothing to give you tonight.

- Gifts. - I have.

You do?

I have something for you. Please wait.

♪♪

Mr. Tinker, here you are.

Uh, you know, Mrs. Livingston, it's very sweet of you

but it's really not necessary.

Oh, if you do not accept

I would be very offended.

- Please. - Mm.

It's terrific so far.

[wind chimes tinkling]

Wow, that's beautiful!

When the wind blows, they make a very pretty sound.

[blowing]

- See? - Yeah.

It's marvelous.

[mumbles]

Thank you very much, Mrs. Livingston.

You're welcome.

Mrs. Livingston.

Yes, Mr. Tinker?

That's a terrific dress you're wearing.

Oh, you're very kind to notice.

Tom noticed, too.

- Mr. Eddie's father? - Yeah.

But Mr. Eddie's father notice Eddie mostly.

I wish he sees

that Eddie needs a mother.

Oh, I'm sure he sees that.

Well, time passes.

Well, you are a bachelor

but Mr. Eddie's father needs someone.

You, you really think so? That's what you think?

Yes, he has a child.

Excuse me, I didn't mean to talk so much.

Oh, no, that's terrific, whenever you get something

in your mind like that, just come out and say it.

- Probably. - Yeah. Excuse me.

Yeah.

♪♪

[sighs]

[sighs]

Goodnight, sport.

- What's that? - Wind chimes.

I know that, Norman. Where did you get them?

Mrs. Livingston gave them to me.

She did, huh? Well, then maybe Eddie was right.

Maybe she does have a little thing for you.

- Eddie's wrong. - What makes you think so?

It's you.

Oh, come on, Norman.

She said, "Eddie needs a mother."

We all know that.

And you need somebody, too.

Not me, you.

- She said that? - Quote.

I know what you're doing, Norman.

What am I doing?

You're trying to get back at me for this morning, aren't you?

Come on, Norman, come on, admit it.

No. I'd love to do that, but listen.

I saw the way she looked at the two of you

when you went in the door.

Then she and I started talking

and then it hit me.

Then why is she giving you all the presents and not me?

Unconscious transference, sublimation, sneaky.

Tryin' to make you jealous.

You add it up anyway you want

it only comes out one way, you!

- I don't believe it. - You don't believe it?

- I do not believe in your-- - I can't...

L-listen, from her point of view

it makes absolute sense.

- No! - No all you want.

The kid thought something was wrong.

Eddie thought something was wrong.

You thought something was wrong you came, convinced me.

I thought something was wrong.

I know what's wrong, you!

Norman, I absolutely refuse to think.

That's your problem, you refuse to think.

- Oh, for crying out loud-- - Shh.

If there's nothing else, I will go.

No, no, there's nothing else, Mrs. Livingston. Thank you.

Goodnight. Ah, well, y-you know, thank you and goodnight.

- Goodnight, Mr. Tinker. - Goodnight, Mrs. Livingston.

And thank you very much for the charming, charming wind chimes.

- I am glad you like it. - Thank you.

- Goodnight, Mr. Eddie's father. - Yes, goodnight.

- Mrs. Livingston, goodnight. - Goodnight.

[sighs]

If you like, I can put in a good word for you. I know her.

- Work. - No, I mean, really.

Uh, we get along fine, she gave me that present

of wind chimes, I can really stake you out.

Work.

Every night cockamamie sukiyaki.

Work!

I'll be gone tonight

tomorrow and tomorrow night

and I'll be back on Sunday.

When are you gonna make your speech?

Tomorrow night.

Come in. Oh, uh, good morning, Mrs. Livingston.

Good morning, Mr. Eddie's father.

- You're already packing. - Yes, yes.

Oh, I could finish for you while you are having coffee.

N-no, no, thank you. I, uh, I'm almost done.

Uh, Eddie, now please get dressed.

- Uh, breakfast in five minutes. - Alright.

Hey, Mrs. Livingston, are you gonna

sleep on dad's bed tonight?

Uh, your father and I have not discussed that, Eddie.

I can sleep on the couch.

No, there's no reason for you to be uncomfortable.

You might just as well sleep here while I'm gone.

- It will be more pleasant. - Yeah.

- Fine. - Thank you.

Uh, can I pour you coffee?

No, no, thank you. Uh, I'm a little late.

I'll-I'll, uh, I'll have coffee in the plane.

- I see. Well, have a good trip. - Yes, thank you, thank you.

- Eddie, hurry, hm? - Okay.

Gee, if Uncle Norman doesn't get here soon

we'll be late for the game.

Are you sure the game is indoors?

Sure, it's professional basketball.

- Do you wanna come? - Thank you, Eddie.

I think I will stay home.

- And read. - Okay.

[doorbell ringing]

Hey, there he is!

- Hi, Uncle Norman. - Hi, Eddie, how are you?

- Hi, Mrs. Livingston. - Good evening, Mr. Tinker.

- I'm sorry I'm late. - Oh, that's alright.

- Do you think we'll make it? - Oh, we're gonna make it fine.

But I've gotta ask Mrs. Livingston something.

Mrs. Livingston, would it be okay

if Eddie spends the night with me?

You would like to do that?

- Sure, it'll be neato. - Alright.

I've got a picture session tomorrow morning.

I'll have to bring him back very early.

Oh, I do not think

Mr. Eddie's father would mind.

Terrific. Okay, let's go, sport.

Sure can. Bye, Mrs. Livingston. Thanks.

Oh, oh, just a moment. Your pajamas.

Don't worry about it, he can wear a pair of mine.

I'll take a picture and let you see what he looks like.

Are you sure you don't mind being left alone

in the apartment, Mrs. Livingston?

- I will be fine. - Bye.

- Bye. Have fun. - Okay.

[Norman] Bye.

♪♪

[thunder rumbling]

[rain splattering]

[thunder rumbling]

[thunder rumbling]

[sighs]

[thunder rumbling]

[door shuts]

[sniffles]

[thunder rumbling]

Eddie?

[toy whirring]

[thunder rumbling]

[toy whirring]

♪♪

[doorknob rattling]

♪♪

Mrs. Livingston!

I'm sorry, Mrs. Livingston, I, I knew I should have telephoned

when they cancelled the speech in San Francisco

but I had a chance to get a plane and I grabbed it

and I'm terribly sorry I scared you.

There are so many people who have a bad experience

but unfortunately

no one to help them over it.

True, true.

And when a woman lives alone as I do--

Yes, I can certainly understand that.

Well, Mrs. Livingston, it's time for us to go to bed.

You go back and sleep in my room

and I'll sleep in Eddie's room.

You do not think I should go home?

It is pouring outside, Mrs. Livingston

and I have no intention of going out myself again tonight

and I'm not gonna allow you to go home at this late hour.

You are very thoughtful.

No, common sense. Just every-day common sense.

That's, that's, uh, seems a sensible thing to do.

[thunder rumbling]

- A-achoo! - Oh, you are catching cold.

- Can I fix you some hot-- - No, no, thank you.

Mrs. Livingston, I'm just gonna go get some sleep.

I suggest you do the same.

- Goodnight. - Goodnight. Thank you.

♪♪

[door shuts]

- Oh, good morning-- - Good morning, Mrs. Livingston.

- Would you like some coffee? - Please, if I may.

[sighs]

- Mr. Eddie's father-- - Mrs. Livingston, I, uh...

I'm sorry, uh, Mrs. Livingston

but there's something that I, I feel I must say.

I, too, Mr. Eddie's father. May I say it first?

Well, well, well, alright.

I feel there is something very important

that you are not telling me.

No. Nothing, no.

I feel that you are not pleased

with the way I take care of Eddie.

Oh, that's not true, Mrs. Livingston.

It is true, Mr. Eddie's father.

I do think of someone besides Eddie.

Huh. I thought so.

Mr. Nomura.

- Huh? - Mr. Nomura.

Mr. More, Mo-More, No-No-Nomura?

Yes, he's a gentleman I met. He, he is very nice.

Ah... Ah...

Oh, that-that-that's... W-we...

Th-the new dresses you've been wearing lately.

- That's the reason. - Yes.

Oh, Mrs. Livingston.

Oh, and you feel guilty, don't you

because when you're thinking about Mr. Nomura

you're feeling you're not paying enough attention to Eddie?

- Yes. - Mrs. Livingston, sit down.

[chuckles]

Thank you.

Now, Mrs. Livingston, um...

...you're right about, about that I, I...

I have been a little upset, uh, lately.

Um, you see I-I, uh

I was sort of aware of the fact

that, that you were interested in a man.

Somehow I got the idea

that the-the man was me.

[laughs] You?

Yes, me.

[laughing] You.

[laughing]

Yeah, but before that we thought it was Norman.

[laughing]

Yeah.

[coughing]

[laughing]

- Mr. Tinker? - Yes, yes.

Oh, really?

- Good morning. - Hi, Mrs. Livingston.

- Good morning. - Hey!

- Hi, dad! - Hi, sport.

- When did you get here? - Well, late last night.

- Late last night, huh? - That's right.

Hey, dad, look at what Uncle Norman bought me

at the basketball game, a pennon.

Good. Uncle Norman is not as cheap as I thought he was.

I'm gonna hang it on the wall over my dresser.

- Can you reach it? - If you give me a hand.

- I'll help you. - Okay, be right back, dad.

Okay, sport. Hey, sit.

[chuckles] Hey, uh, um...

[sighs]

- What's happening? - What do you mean, Norman?

- You and Mrs. Livingston. - Ah. Oh, yes.

Well, I'm glad you asked me that, Norman

because you were right. It wasn't you.

- Yeah, told you it wasn't. - Yes, I know, Norman.

You have all the answers. You really know where it's at.

- It wasn't me, either. - Not you either?

- Whom? - A Mr. Nomura.

- What do you think of that? - Well.

I, I think it's just marvelous, huh?

You know, it's funny.

I told her, you know, about, uh, about what we thought

about Mrs. Livingston and me, the two of us, you know?

Well, she laughed, lightly, but politely.

You know, I mean, it's enough to shake a man's confidence.

Tom, you're my pal, buddy, boss.

Don't worry, you're almost perfect.

Oh, thank you, Norman.

And then I told her about you.

You know, what we thought about you and Mrs. Livingston.

- What did she say? - Yeah, she laughed.

- Laughed? - Oh, she laughed.

[laughing] Gloriously.

No, I'm not. No, she got hysterical.

Fell on the floor, stamped her feet and her hands.

You know, you really know how to hurt a guy.

- Dad, I got a new game. - You did, huh? What is it?

[Eddie] It's called I Guess.

[Tom] Alright. How do you play it?

[Eddie] Well, I'll think of something

and you try and guess what I'm thinking.

[Tom] Oh.

[Eddie] It's not really a very hard game, dad.

- Try it. - Alright, let's see.

[Tom] I think you're thinking about love.

[Eddie] Right. How do you know?

[Tom] Well, because I love you

and you love me.

[Eddie] Ah, you've played it before.

♪ People let me tell you 'bout my best friend ♪

♪ Pa ra pa ra pa ra ra ra pa ra ♪♪

♪ People let me tell you 'bout my best friend ♪

♪ He's a warm-hearted person who'll love me till the end ♪

♪ People let me tell you 'bout my best friend ♪

♪ He's a one-boy cuddly toy ♪

♪ My up my down my pride and joy ♪

♪ People let me tell you 'bout him he's so much fun ♪

♪ Whether we're talkin' man to man ♪

♪ Or whether we're talkin' son to son ♪

♪ 'Cause he's my best friend ♪

♪ La la pa ra ra pa ra ♪♪