Plain & Simple

Seth knows the time is coming soon for him to marry and he knows he could have the pick of anyone in his community, although something has stopped him from entering any long-lasting courtships. The only thing that mars his happy life is his concern over his mother, who struggles with constant pain.

Seth is sure that Ruth is the one for him, planning to propose to her very soon. When Ruth's parents express discontent over her blossoming relationship with Seth, they pressure her into giving up Seth and everything she'd dreamed of. Heartbroken, Ruth and Seth go their separate ways, leaving Ruth's brother David and Seth's mother, Mary, wondering what on earth has gone on between them. Can Ruth and Seth make their way back to each other? Or will Ruth's parents convince her to stay with them, and leave Seth in her past?

Seth is a handsome man and he knows it. Whilst he knows pride is a sin, it makes him feel good to be able to tip his hat and see a sparkle in almost any girl's eye. The time is coming soon for him to marry and he knows he could have the pick of anyone in his community, although something has stopped him from entering into any long lasting courtships. The only thing that mars his happy life is his concern over his mother, who struggles with constant pain.

Ruth and Seth are finally getting married. As they make their preparations, David, Ruth's older brother, is coming to the realization that he is ready to settle down himself. He has been putting off any thought of marriage for a long time. It's not that there isn't anyone eligible, but that he's had his eye on one sweet girl, Esther, but never found the courage to ask her to go courting. Esther will eventually have to choose between her family and the love she has for David, which is only just beginning to bloom.