Ep 4. Country Life

Tom Chadwick, the protagonist of the comedy series, Family Tree, has a new interest in farming, and his sister, Bea, arranges a visit to their cousin's farm in the countryside, in season 1 episode 4, Country Life.

Tom is eager to visit the farm as he thinks it may hold some family secrets. He is also excited about the potential of learning more about farm life as he is considering starting a small farm himself.

The episode begins with Tom and Bea arriving at their cousin's farm, and it's clear that their cousin, Delbert, is not exactly a skilled farmer. The farm is in disarray, and Delbert is more interested in drinking beer and carving wooden figurines than attending to his cows or crops.

Despite this, Tom is keen to learn as much as he can about farm life and farming, and is thrilled with the prospect of collecting fresh eggs and feeding the animals. It's clear that he has a passion for the countryside and the simple life, but he is also determined to uncover some family secrets that could reveal more about his ancestors.

As Tom and Bea spend more time on the farm, they meet some of the colorful characters who inhabit the area. There's a group of elderly ladies who gather at Delbert's farm every week for a knitting club, and there's also a local farmer who is more than happy to impart his wisdom on farm life to Tom.

Throughout the episode, Tom and Bea get into a series of comical mishaps, including accidentally releasing the cows, getting lost in the fields, and accidentally breaking a prized wooden figurine. However, these setbacks only serve to strengthen Tom's love for the countryside and farm life, and he becomes more determined to start his own small farm after his visit.

As the episode draws to a close, Tom and Bea have a heart-to-heart conversation about their family and their relationship with their estranged father. They discuss their mother's passing, and Tom reveals that he has been harboring some resentment towards their father for abandoning the family years ago.

Overall, Country Life is a heartwarming and comedic episode that explores the beauty of farm life and the importance of family connections. The episode highlights how even a short trip to the countryside can have a profound impact on a person's life and can inspire them to pursue their passions and fulfill their dreams.