She eventually returned seven times for guest appearances ( Season 6 episodes 8 , 11 , 14 - Season 7 episodes 5 , 15 , 30 & Season 8 episode 13 ) .
Fabares left the full - time cast to pursue opportunities in films .
Fabares eventually returned seven times for guest appearances ( Season 6 episodes 8 , 11 , 14 - Season 7 episodes 5 , 15 , 30 & Season 8 episode 13 ) .
Fabares left the full - time cast to pursue opportunities in films .