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See? - This is how you do it. 16 00:00:54,619 --> 00:00:57,753 - Bon appetit. - That's right. 17 00:01:00,669 --> 00:01:12,724 ♪ 18 00:01:18,426 --> 00:01:19,601 Cheers! 19 00:01:19,644 --> 00:01:24,823 ♪ 20 00:01:24,867 --> 00:01:26,521 Thank you very much. 21 00:01:28,784 --> 00:01:29,785 Thank you. 22 00:01:30,960 --> 00:01:33,180 - Thanks, Monica. - I'll see you tomorrow. 23 00:01:33,223 --> 00:01:35,312 Okay. 24 00:01:35,356 --> 00:01:36,748 Hey, Mom! 25 00:01:36,792 --> 00:01:38,663 Oh, good heavens, can it be? 26 00:01:38,707 --> 00:01:40,404 Is that really my daughter, Chloe, 27 00:01:40,448 --> 00:01:42,102 gracing us with her presence? 28 00:01:42,145 --> 00:01:43,451 Ha, ha, ha. 29 00:01:43,494 --> 00:01:45,148 I thought we were gonna have lunch this week. 30 00:01:45,192 --> 00:01:46,715 I know. I'm sorry. 31 00:01:46,758 --> 00:01:48,238 I just started volunteering at the thrift store now too 32 00:01:48,282 --> 00:01:50,240 and I just... haven't had a break. 33 00:01:50,284 --> 00:01:51,546 What about tomorrow? 34 00:01:51,589 --> 00:01:53,461 Oh, I'm taking Savannah out for a few hours. 35 00:01:53,504 --> 00:01:55,158 - Friday? - Homeless shelter. 36 00:01:55,202 --> 00:01:57,421 Mom, this is the busiest time of my entire years. 37 00:01:57,465 --> 00:01:58,901 There's a lot of people in need. 38 00:01:58,944 --> 00:02:00,511 I just worry. 39 00:02:00,555 --> 00:02:02,339 - I'll be fine, Mom. - I promise. 40 00:02:02,383 --> 00:02:04,385 Well, can you at least spare your mother a second to try 41 00:02:04,428 --> 00:02:06,691 my new holiday hot chocolate? 42 00:02:06,735 --> 00:02:08,215 Okay. 43 00:02:08,258 --> 00:02:09,738 Charlotte Bennett can eat her heart out 44 00:02:09,781 --> 00:02:11,435 at this year's competition. 45 00:02:11,479 --> 00:02:13,307 You wait and see. 46 00:02:13,350 --> 00:02:15,831 Here. Thanks. Hoo-hoo! 47 00:02:15,874 --> 00:02:19,530 ♪ 48 00:02:19,574 --> 00:02:22,794 - All right. Try this. - Okay. 49 00:02:25,710 --> 00:02:28,887 Mm, nutmeg. 50 00:02:28,931 --> 00:02:30,628 - Cinnamon, too? - Yeah. 51 00:02:30,672 --> 00:02:33,153 There's no way I come in second place again. 52 00:02:33,196 --> 00:02:34,328 Not a chance. 53 00:02:34,371 --> 00:02:35,285 Uh oh. 54 00:02:35,329 --> 00:02:36,852 Hey, Mom, I gotta get to work. 55 00:02:36,895 --> 00:02:39,376 Oh, so you still have a paying job, then? 56 00:02:39,420 --> 00:02:40,856 - Funny. - Listen, don't forget, 57 00:02:40,899 --> 00:02:42,684 your sister comes back home tomorrow. 58 00:02:42,727 --> 00:02:45,339 - Yeah, I'll be by to see her. - Bye, Mom. 59 00:02:45,382 --> 00:02:47,950 - Chloe? - Yeah? 60 00:02:47,993 --> 00:02:51,301 You know... those people who are in need around here 61 00:02:51,345 --> 00:02:53,651 are lucky to have you. 62 00:02:53,695 --> 00:02:54,957 Hm. 63 00:02:55,000 --> 00:02:57,525 ♪ 64 00:02:57,568 --> 00:02:59,962 Well, we'll have lunch when we can. 65 00:03:02,486 --> 00:03:05,620 - Thanks, Mom. - I love you. 66 00:03:05,663 --> 00:03:06,708 I love you. 67 00:03:13,323 --> 00:03:21,331 ♪ 68 00:03:23,986 --> 00:03:25,988 Come on, heater. 69 00:03:26,031 --> 00:03:28,251 You have one job to do. 70 00:03:28,295 --> 00:03:30,732 Please be a sport. 71 00:03:56,366 --> 00:04:05,375 ♪ 72 00:04:05,419 --> 00:04:07,421 Hey, Doug! Got your text. 73 00:04:07,464 --> 00:04:09,292 - Hey! - I have a new case for ya. 74 00:04:09,336 --> 00:04:11,033 Captain Michael Fischer. 75 00:04:11,076 --> 00:04:12,730 Been out about a month. 76 00:04:12,774 --> 00:04:14,515 Honorably discharged. 77 00:04:14,558 --> 00:04:16,647 But apparently, he's a tough nut to crack. 78 00:04:16,691 --> 00:04:18,214 Oh, how so? 79 00:04:18,258 --> 00:04:19,694 It's nothing serious, but he's refused any counseling 80 00:04:19,737 --> 00:04:20,782 from our department. 81 00:04:20,825 --> 00:04:23,480 Well, it is voluntary. 82 00:04:23,524 --> 00:04:25,743 Not if his liaison feels that he's exhibiting difficulty 83 00:04:25,787 --> 00:04:27,615 transitioning back into civilian life. 84 00:04:27,658 --> 00:04:30,313 It's all in there, and he has an appointment with you at 1400. 85 00:04:30,357 --> 00:04:33,664 - Oh, uh, okay. - Um... let's see. 86 00:04:33,708 --> 00:04:36,319 Food bank at 1:00 That's 1300. 87 00:04:36,363 --> 00:04:38,756 - Homeless shelter at 4:00. - 1600. 88 00:04:38,800 --> 00:04:40,454 That... that should work. 89 00:04:40,497 --> 00:04:42,630 Well, I'm glad to know you can fit us in. 90 00:04:42,673 --> 00:04:44,109 This is your actual paying job, 91 00:04:44,153 --> 00:04:45,546 taking care of these veterans returning 92 00:04:45,589 --> 00:04:48,288 and helping them transition back into civilian life. 93 00:04:48,331 --> 00:04:49,985 Thank you for clarifying that. 94 00:04:54,468 --> 00:04:55,947 Do you not think I'm doing a good job? 95 00:04:55,991 --> 00:04:57,035 Quite the contrary. 96 00:04:57,079 --> 00:04:59,342 You're the best counselor we have. 97 00:04:59,386 --> 00:05:00,735 I'm just worried that you might be taking on 98 00:05:00,778 --> 00:05:02,998 a little too much volunteer work. 99 00:05:03,041 --> 00:05:05,914 Have you been talking to my mother? 100 00:05:05,957 --> 00:05:07,959 Look, how long have you been out? 101 00:05:08,003 --> 00:05:09,483 - Just over a year. - Right. 102 00:05:09,526 --> 00:05:11,398 Now, I know that this was just a transitional job, 103 00:05:11,441 --> 00:05:12,964 but... have you considered 104 00:05:13,008 --> 00:05:15,489 staying with our department permanently? 105 00:05:15,532 --> 00:05:17,099 Quite frankly, I'd hate to lose you. 106 00:05:17,142 --> 00:05:18,796 These wounded soldiers won't just listen to anyone. 107 00:05:18,840 --> 00:05:20,102 Thank you, and I guess 108 00:05:20,145 --> 00:05:22,496 I just haven't really given it much thought. 109 00:05:22,539 --> 00:05:25,020 I'm still trying to figure out the rest of my life. 110 00:05:25,063 --> 00:05:26,413 Well, fair enough. 111 00:05:26,456 --> 00:05:28,110 In the meantime, take care of Captain Fischer. 112 00:05:28,153 --> 00:05:30,591 If anybody can get through to him, it's you. 113 00:05:30,634 --> 00:05:31,809 Thanks, Doug. 114 00:05:37,902 --> 00:05:49,871 ♪ 115 00:05:55,093 --> 00:06:00,055 ♪ 116 00:06:00,098 --> 00:06:01,448 Aww. 117 00:06:02,927 --> 00:06:05,408 Hm. 118 00:06:09,586 --> 00:06:11,414 He's late. 119 00:06:11,458 --> 00:06:19,422 ♪ 120 00:06:20,771 --> 00:06:22,904 55... 121 00:06:27,474 --> 00:06:28,562 Hi, this is Michael Fischer. 122 00:06:28,605 --> 00:06:29,867 Sorry I missed your call. 123 00:06:29,911 --> 00:06:32,914 Give me a message and I'll get back to you. 124 00:06:36,004 --> 00:06:39,050 ♪ 125 00:06:39,094 --> 00:06:41,139 No. Okay. Let's go. 126 00:06:52,890 --> 00:06:55,937 ♪ 127 00:06:55,980 --> 00:06:57,068 Are you Michael Fischer? 128 00:06:57,112 --> 00:06:59,549 Howdy. May I help you? 129 00:07:01,029 --> 00:07:02,509 Well, for starters, 130 00:07:02,552 --> 00:07:03,945 you could've shown up to your appointment. 131 00:07:03,988 --> 00:07:05,512 Hi, Chloe Marquee. 132 00:07:05,555 --> 00:07:06,730 I work for the Soldier's Transition Center 133 00:07:06,774 --> 00:07:08,123 over at the Army base. 134 00:07:09,254 --> 00:07:11,779 - Right. - That was today. 135 00:07:11,822 --> 00:07:14,608 - 2 o'clock. - My apologies. 136 00:07:14,651 --> 00:07:16,610 Yeah... 137 00:07:16,653 --> 00:07:18,829 Lost track. 138 00:07:18,873 --> 00:07:22,137 - Drove all the way out here? - Yes, I did. 139 00:07:22,180 --> 00:07:25,880 And I have a very busy schedule, so I would like to get started. 140 00:07:25,923 --> 00:07:30,885 Well, I'm, uh... sorry for wasting your time, Chloe, 141 00:07:30,928 --> 00:07:33,278 but I told my liaison that... 142 00:07:33,322 --> 00:07:37,457 I'm not in need of any guidance, advice, or counseling, so... 143 00:07:37,500 --> 00:07:40,808 Yeah, we, uh... get that a lot. 144 00:07:40,851 --> 00:07:43,637 According to your file, though, you've been isolating yourself. 145 00:07:43,680 --> 00:07:46,161 You haven't been participating in any activities. 146 00:07:46,204 --> 00:07:47,989 And you haven't found a job yet, either. 147 00:07:50,121 --> 00:07:54,648 I've been deployed overseas for most of the last 10 years. 148 00:07:54,691 --> 00:07:56,084 I have no family. 149 00:07:56,127 --> 00:07:58,129 My friends have moved on or still deployed overseas. 150 00:07:58,173 --> 00:08:01,742 And... just haven't found the right job. 151 00:08:01,785 --> 00:08:03,961 - Well, it still might help... - I'm fine. 152 00:08:04,005 --> 00:08:05,615 Honestly, I appreciate the concern. 153 00:08:07,138 --> 00:08:08,183 Watch yourself. 154 00:08:13,580 --> 00:08:16,626 You know, sometimes it might be harder than you might think. 155 00:08:16,670 --> 00:08:19,803 You know, veterans have to learn new skills, 156 00:08:19,847 --> 00:08:22,023 provide for their well-being. 157 00:08:22,066 --> 00:08:25,592 Military life is structured with very clear objectives. 158 00:08:25,635 --> 00:08:28,203 Civilian life, not so much. 159 00:08:28,246 --> 00:08:29,857 I mean, someone in your situation, for example, 160 00:08:29,900 --> 00:08:32,033 has to create a whole new social community. 161 00:08:34,296 --> 00:08:35,863 Do I? 162 00:08:35,906 --> 00:08:38,866 I kind of like my social community. 163 00:08:38,909 --> 00:08:40,563 Look, no one's forcing you to do this. 164 00:08:40,607 --> 00:08:42,173 I'm just here to help. 165 00:08:42,217 --> 00:08:44,654 And I'm surprisingly good at it. 166 00:08:44,698 --> 00:08:46,047 Well, I will, uh... 167 00:08:46,090 --> 00:08:48,571 I'll keep that in mind. 168 00:08:48,615 --> 00:08:51,182 In the meantime, is there any paperwork 169 00:08:51,226 --> 00:08:53,141 I can sign off on or...? 170 00:08:56,100 --> 00:08:57,667 Why did you leave the Army? 171 00:09:00,278 --> 00:09:01,976 I got a busy day, too. 172 00:09:02,019 --> 00:09:03,543 I appreciate you checking in on me. 173 00:09:12,160 --> 00:09:13,857 Hey. 174 00:09:13,901 --> 00:09:16,033 Call me, okay? 175 00:09:22,126 --> 00:09:26,043 ♪ 176 00:09:34,791 --> 00:09:43,713 ♪ 177 00:09:44,758 --> 00:09:46,063 Hi, Merry Christmas! 178 00:09:46,107 --> 00:09:47,412 Oh, thank you, the kids are gonna be so happy. 179 00:09:47,456 --> 00:09:50,241 Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas. 180 00:09:50,285 --> 00:09:52,330 For the kids? 181 00:09:52,374 --> 00:09:53,462 Hi. 182 00:09:56,683 --> 00:09:58,293 Okay, so that should be the last one. 183 00:09:58,336 --> 00:09:59,860 And here are the delivery instructions. 184 00:09:59,903 --> 00:10:01,339 - Thank you. - Of course. 185 00:10:01,383 --> 00:10:04,081 - Hi, Chloe, how's it going? - Great, General O'Toole. 186 00:10:04,125 --> 00:10:06,736 The trucks are packed, the boxes are full. 187 00:10:06,780 --> 00:10:08,651 Another successful food drive. 188 00:10:08,695 --> 00:10:11,001 I really appreciate you doing this every year, Chloe. 189 00:10:11,045 --> 00:10:13,047 - We couldn't do it without you. - Of course. 190 00:10:13,090 --> 00:10:15,049 By the way, the young girl you are mentoring? 191 00:10:15,092 --> 00:10:16,267 Savannah, yeah. 192 00:10:16,311 --> 00:10:18,226 Yes, your request to have her parents, 193 00:10:18,269 --> 00:10:20,010 Captains Olivia and Toby Goodmanson, 194 00:10:20,054 --> 00:10:21,708 home for Christmas... 195 00:10:21,751 --> 00:10:23,013 So I spoke to General Worthington. 196 00:10:23,057 --> 00:10:24,667 He's trying to pull some strings. 197 00:10:24,711 --> 00:10:27,670 But their deployments are difficult. 198 00:10:27,714 --> 00:10:29,411 I just don't want everyone to get their hopes up. 199 00:10:29,454 --> 00:10:30,934 Well, I haven't said a word to Savannah. 200 00:10:30,978 --> 00:10:33,110 And I... I just thought it was worth a try. 201 00:10:33,154 --> 00:10:35,112 Well, I haven't given up just yet. 202 00:10:35,156 --> 00:10:36,984 You know, General, the toy drive. 203 00:10:37,027 --> 00:10:38,463 You know, ever since I've gotten to know Savannah, 204 00:10:38,507 --> 00:10:41,336 I found there's even more children who need our help. 205 00:10:41,379 --> 00:10:43,381 I know, but I don't think there's gonna be a toy drive 206 00:10:43,425 --> 00:10:46,036 - this year. - Wait, why? 207 00:10:46,080 --> 00:10:51,041 Well, Ben Johnson has left MWR and no one took his place. 208 00:10:51,085 --> 00:10:52,782 So other charities will be getting the funds. 209 00:10:52,826 --> 00:10:54,262 But in some cases, it's the only gift 210 00:10:54,305 --> 00:10:55,829 these kids will get. 211 00:10:55,872 --> 00:10:59,484 I know, but the program is just stretched pretty thin. 212 00:10:59,528 --> 00:11:02,096 Position is yours if you wanna try to get it back on track. 213 00:11:02,139 --> 00:11:05,055 Me? Oh, General, I mean, I... I... I couldn't possibly. 214 00:11:05,099 --> 00:11:07,928 I mean, I don't have a minute left in the day as it is. 215 00:11:07,971 --> 00:11:09,886 I understand. 216 00:11:09,930 --> 00:11:11,845 Maybe some other organization will fill the gap. 217 00:11:14,369 --> 00:11:16,414 Okay, I'll... I will do it. 218 00:11:16,458 --> 00:11:17,981 I can do it. 219 00:11:18,025 --> 00:11:20,375 I will find the time. 220 00:11:20,418 --> 00:11:22,290 That is fantastic. 221 00:11:22,333 --> 00:11:24,379 You really are a go-getter. 222 00:11:24,422 --> 00:11:26,903 I'm sorry the Army has lost you as a soldier. 223 00:11:26,947 --> 00:11:30,907 ♪ 224 00:11:38,828 --> 00:11:44,181 ♪ 225 00:11:44,225 --> 00:11:45,922 Chloe! 226 00:11:45,966 --> 00:11:49,143 - Oh, Savannah! - Hey, Aunt Dottie. 227 00:11:49,186 --> 00:11:50,927 Hi! It's the best part of her day 228 00:11:50,971 --> 00:11:53,451 - when she gets to see you. - Ah, mine too. 229 00:11:53,495 --> 00:11:56,716 Okay, do you wanna put up some decorations around town? 230 00:11:56,759 --> 00:11:58,021 Yes! 231 00:11:58,065 --> 00:11:59,849 All right. Have fun! 232 00:11:59,893 --> 00:12:01,808 - Bye, Aunt Dottie. - Bye, Auntie! 233 00:12:04,245 --> 00:12:05,942 Hey, put that seatbelt on. 234 00:12:05,986 --> 00:12:11,513 ♪ 235 00:12:11,556 --> 00:12:13,080 Hey. 236 00:12:13,123 --> 00:12:15,517 Thank you. 237 00:12:15,560 --> 00:12:18,085 Why aren't you married? 238 00:12:18,128 --> 00:12:20,304 - What? - My auntie really likes you. 239 00:12:20,348 --> 00:12:21,828 So do my mom and dad. 240 00:12:21,871 --> 00:12:23,568 And I heard them say that they can't believe 241 00:12:23,612 --> 00:12:26,310 someone hasn't snatched you up. 242 00:12:26,354 --> 00:12:28,965 - Uh... - I don't know. 243 00:12:29,009 --> 00:12:31,794 I guess I just haven't found the right guy? 244 00:12:31,838 --> 00:12:35,319 - Do you even have a boyfriend? - Honestly? 245 00:12:35,363 --> 00:12:38,496 I... I don't have time for a boyfriend, okay? 246 00:12:38,540 --> 00:12:40,107 So next subject. 247 00:12:40,150 --> 00:12:43,327 Uh, what is on your Christmas list? 248 00:12:43,371 --> 00:12:45,155 Oh, come on, there's gotta be something. 249 00:12:45,199 --> 00:12:46,374 Oh! 250 00:12:47,854 --> 00:12:50,204 - Ah! It's your mom! - Yes! 251 00:12:53,294 --> 00:12:54,295 Hi! 252 00:12:54,338 --> 00:12:56,297 - Mommy! - Hi, sweetie! 253 00:12:56,340 --> 00:12:57,820 - Hi, Chloe! - Hi! 254 00:12:57,864 --> 00:12:59,256 - How are you? - Great! 255 00:12:59,300 --> 00:13:00,954 We're putting up decorations. 256 00:13:00,997 --> 00:13:02,956 Chloe, we can't thank you enough. 257 00:13:02,999 --> 00:13:04,958 - Of course. - It's my pleasure. 258 00:13:05,001 --> 00:13:07,351 Well, most of the time. 259 00:13:07,395 --> 00:13:11,051 Are you and Daddy coming home for Christmas? 260 00:13:11,094 --> 00:13:14,184 No, sweetie, we talked about this. 261 00:13:14,228 --> 00:13:17,057 You know how much we both wanna be there. 262 00:13:17,100 --> 00:13:20,147 I know. It's okay. 263 00:13:20,190 --> 00:13:22,932 - I miss you. - I miss you too, Mommy. 264 00:13:22,976 --> 00:13:24,891 So much. 265 00:13:24,934 --> 00:13:26,588 I'll let the two of you get back to the fun, 266 00:13:26,631 --> 00:13:29,330 and I'll call later. Daddy said he's gonna call, too. 267 00:13:29,373 --> 00:13:32,333 Okay. Bye, Mommy. 268 00:13:32,376 --> 00:13:33,638 Bye! 269 00:13:36,554 --> 00:13:39,340 Chloe, Chloe, do you think my mom and dad will fit inside 270 00:13:39,383 --> 00:13:42,299 - Santa's sleigh? - Um... yeah. 271 00:13:42,343 --> 00:13:43,910 I mean, I'm... I'm sure they could. 272 00:13:43,953 --> 00:13:48,131 But ...don't think it's gonna happen this year, sweetie. 273 00:13:48,175 --> 00:13:50,525 Yeah, I guess you're right. 274 00:13:50,568 --> 00:13:52,483 Oh, I'm sorry, honey. 275 00:13:58,576 --> 00:14:02,102 ♪ 276 00:14:02,145 --> 00:14:04,495 Well, hello. 277 00:14:04,539 --> 00:14:06,149 Hi. 278 00:14:06,193 --> 00:14:08,108 Picking up a few things in town, saw you were over here, 279 00:14:08,151 --> 00:14:10,023 thought I'd come say hello. 280 00:14:10,066 --> 00:14:13,591 - I'm glad. Uh-huh. - This is Savannah. 281 00:14:13,635 --> 00:14:15,550 Savannah, this is Michael Fischer. 282 00:14:15,593 --> 00:14:19,206 - Hi. - She's my big sister. 283 00:14:19,249 --> 00:14:20,468 Both of her parents are deployed. 284 00:14:20,511 --> 00:14:23,906 Ah, yes, right. 285 00:14:23,950 --> 00:14:28,998 I, uh... well, truth is, I was actually... 286 00:14:29,042 --> 00:14:31,348 I was actually gonna call you. 287 00:14:31,392 --> 00:14:35,962 Maybe I could use some advice on adapting a little better. 288 00:14:36,005 --> 00:14:38,181 Well, then you've come to the right place. 289 00:14:38,225 --> 00:14:40,401 How about I start by showing you where to find 290 00:14:40,444 --> 00:14:43,012 the best hot chocolate in town? 291 00:14:43,056 --> 00:14:44,187 - Sounds great. - All right. 292 00:14:44,231 --> 00:14:45,232 Come on, Savannah, let's take a break. 293 00:14:45,275 --> 00:14:48,061 - Don't forget your bag. - Yes! 294 00:14:48,104 --> 00:14:49,540 Those two are down lower, so that's perfect. 295 00:14:49,584 --> 00:14:51,107 - Yeah, okay. - I think it looks nice. 296 00:14:51,151 --> 00:14:52,239 Okay, perfect. 297 00:14:52,282 --> 00:14:53,327 Thank you. Appreciate it. 298 00:14:53,370 --> 00:14:54,719 - Yeah. - Hey! 299 00:14:57,113 --> 00:14:59,594 - She does exist. - Ah, you're home early. 300 00:14:59,637 --> 00:15:03,032 - I know. - I was gonna call you. 301 00:15:03,076 --> 00:15:04,468 It's so great to see you, Chloe. 302 00:15:04,512 --> 00:15:06,470 - You, too. - Welcome home, Sis. 303 00:15:06,514 --> 00:15:08,951 - Hi, honey. - How are you, Savannah? 304 00:15:08,995 --> 00:15:10,605 Mom, this is Michael Fischer. 305 00:15:10,648 --> 00:15:13,390 He was just honorably discharged from the Army a month ago. 306 00:15:13,434 --> 00:15:16,437 Oh! Welcome home to you as well. 307 00:15:16,480 --> 00:15:18,961 - Why, thank you. - And my sister, Trish... 308 00:15:19,005 --> 00:15:21,094 Lieutenant Barns, First Armory Division. 309 00:15:21,137 --> 00:15:23,313 On leave just in time for the holidays. 310 00:15:23,357 --> 00:15:24,662 It's a pleasure meeting you both. 311 00:15:24,706 --> 00:15:26,273 I told him this is where he could find 312 00:15:26,316 --> 00:15:29,667 the best hot chocolate in town. 313 00:15:29,711 --> 00:15:32,322 Mom? The hot chocolate? 314 00:15:32,366 --> 00:15:36,152 Oh! Yeah, right. 315 00:15:36,196 --> 00:15:39,242 Excuse me. 316 00:15:39,286 --> 00:15:40,548 Hm. 317 00:15:40,591 --> 00:15:44,204 ♪ God and sinners reconciled ♪ 318 00:15:44,247 --> 00:15:45,727 Savannah, it's been so long! 319 00:15:45,770 --> 00:15:48,295 Can I show you my patty cake? 320 00:15:48,338 --> 00:15:50,558 Yes, I have no idea what I'm doing. 321 00:15:50,601 --> 00:15:51,733 You'll get it one day. 322 00:15:51,776 --> 00:15:53,126 Thank you. 323 00:15:55,041 --> 00:15:58,305 - It's quite the tribute. - Yeah. 324 00:15:58,348 --> 00:16:01,308 This one here, that's... that's our dad. 325 00:16:01,351 --> 00:16:03,658 Your dad's in the Army, too? 326 00:16:03,701 --> 00:16:06,139 He passed away several years ago. 327 00:16:06,182 --> 00:16:08,358 But yes, we are a military family. 328 00:16:08,402 --> 00:16:12,145 ♪ 329 00:16:12,188 --> 00:16:13,407 Is that you? 330 00:16:13,450 --> 00:16:17,759 - Six years. - Honorable discharge last year. 331 00:16:20,327 --> 00:16:23,330 - Excuse me? - Yes? 332 00:16:23,373 --> 00:16:25,680 - Are you married? - Savannah! 333 00:16:25,723 --> 00:16:28,030 Please go help my mom with the hot chocolate. 334 00:16:30,163 --> 00:16:31,512 I'm sorry. 335 00:16:31,555 --> 00:16:33,035 It's okay. 336 00:16:33,079 --> 00:16:34,689 Can you tell me where to find the restroom? 337 00:16:34,732 --> 00:16:36,169 - Yeah, straight in the back. - Okay. 338 00:16:36,212 --> 00:16:39,128 ♪ 339 00:16:39,172 --> 00:16:42,044 Thank you. Let's go. 340 00:16:42,088 --> 00:16:43,219 Do tell. 341 00:16:43,263 --> 00:16:45,091 There's nothing to tell. 342 00:16:45,134 --> 00:16:48,050 I am his counselor and that's it. 343 00:16:48,094 --> 00:16:49,312 He's cute! 344 00:16:50,661 --> 00:16:52,228 Mom! 345 00:16:52,272 --> 00:16:54,143 How would you feel if every time I saw a middle-aged... 346 00:16:54,187 --> 00:16:55,840 Ahem! 347 00:16:55,884 --> 00:16:59,279 Young-ish looking gentleman, I tried to set you up with him? 348 00:16:59,322 --> 00:17:01,281 I'd thank you. 349 00:17:01,324 --> 00:17:03,761 You're telling me you're not even a little bit interested? 350 00:17:03,805 --> 00:17:05,676 No. You guys, it's work. 351 00:17:05,720 --> 00:17:07,069 Besides, I'm trying to figure out my life. 352 00:17:07,113 --> 00:17:08,592 I'm not even in that space. 353 00:17:08,636 --> 00:17:12,596 You know, sometimes you just have to let yourself feel 354 00:17:12,640 --> 00:17:14,076 - and... and... - You know, being vulnerable 355 00:17:14,120 --> 00:17:15,643 to the chemical reaction of a potential life partner 356 00:17:15,686 --> 00:17:18,385 means having my neuroreceptors up to filter out cortisol, 357 00:17:18,428 --> 00:17:21,083 adrenaline, and dopamine that draws one person to the other. 358 00:17:21,127 --> 00:17:23,216 And I have mentally disabled those receptors 359 00:17:23,259 --> 00:17:25,566 until I've accomplished certain things. 360 00:17:25,609 --> 00:17:27,220 Huh. 361 00:17:27,263 --> 00:17:28,743 How romantic. 362 00:17:28,786 --> 00:17:30,614 - I don't believe in romance. - It's all about chemistry. 363 00:17:30,658 --> 00:17:34,444 And like I said, I have that perfectly under control. 364 00:17:34,488 --> 00:17:37,186 - You need help. - Thanks. 365 00:17:37,230 --> 00:17:39,884 Oh, here you go. 366 00:17:39,928 --> 00:17:41,582 My famous hot chocolate. 367 00:17:41,625 --> 00:17:44,150 All right, let's see. 368 00:17:48,415 --> 00:17:50,678 Mm, okay, um... 369 00:17:50,721 --> 00:17:54,247 cinnamon and nutmeg? 370 00:17:54,290 --> 00:17:57,250 Ah, a man after my own heart! 371 00:17:57,293 --> 00:17:59,295 - Or my daughters. - Mom. 372 00:17:59,339 --> 00:18:01,689 Savannah, how would you like to help us set up 373 00:18:01,732 --> 00:18:03,604 some Christmas decorations? 374 00:18:03,647 --> 00:18:05,084 Sure! 375 00:18:05,127 --> 00:18:07,129 That way, Chloe and Michael could go for a walk. 376 00:18:07,173 --> 00:18:08,609 Yes! Come on, Savannah. 377 00:18:11,612 --> 00:18:15,268 Ah, it's... it's your family. 378 00:18:19,228 --> 00:18:22,492 So, what made you change your mind? 379 00:18:22,536 --> 00:18:24,146 - What? - About seeing you? 380 00:18:24,190 --> 00:18:25,843 Uh, I'm not sure I did change my mind. 381 00:18:25,887 --> 00:18:30,413 But I just... think I'm having a hard time admitting it hasn't 382 00:18:30,457 --> 00:18:34,200 been as easy adjusting as I thought it would be. 383 00:18:34,243 --> 00:18:35,810 Makes total sense. 384 00:18:35,853 --> 00:18:38,291 What you're missing right now is a sense of purpose, so... 385 00:18:38,334 --> 00:18:40,858 What do you like to do? 386 00:18:40,902 --> 00:18:43,557 Uh, don't have a lot of hobbies. 387 00:18:43,600 --> 00:18:45,254 I like to read. 388 00:18:45,298 --> 00:18:48,301 But I don't know what I wanna do for work. 389 00:18:48,344 --> 00:18:50,216 What are you good at? 390 00:18:50,259 --> 00:18:51,826 I'm a good leader. 391 00:18:51,869 --> 00:18:54,220 Did a lot of electrical and mechanical work for the Army. 392 00:18:54,263 --> 00:18:56,657 You know, I... took a lot of training courses. 393 00:18:56,700 --> 00:18:58,920 Was the guy who fixed things around the base. 394 00:18:58,963 --> 00:19:00,791 - Well, there you go. - You can start your own business. 395 00:19:00,835 --> 00:19:02,358 I don't know. 396 00:19:02,402 --> 00:19:04,665 I feel like I need to leave all that behind me... 397 00:19:04,708 --> 00:19:07,407 everything associated with the Army, start fresh. 398 00:19:17,591 --> 00:19:18,853 You okay? 399 00:19:20,246 --> 00:19:23,510 Oh, yeah, I'm fine. 400 00:19:23,553 --> 00:19:25,947 So, what else did you do there? 401 00:19:25,990 --> 00:19:28,906 Well... the last few years, I didn't see much combat, 402 00:19:28,950 --> 00:19:31,735 so a lot of my energy went into helping them build more 403 00:19:31,779 --> 00:19:34,825 infrastructure, you know, better schools, libraries. 404 00:19:34,869 --> 00:19:36,653 That must've been so gratifying. 405 00:19:36,697 --> 00:19:40,440 - Yeah, it was. Huh. - How about you? 406 00:19:40,483 --> 00:19:42,181 Bagram. Yeah. 407 00:19:42,224 --> 00:19:45,532 There were some... there were some rough days and... 408 00:19:45,575 --> 00:19:47,447 I had a really hard time adjusting when I came home too, 409 00:19:47,490 --> 00:19:49,013 so ...get it. 410 00:19:49,057 --> 00:19:50,972 What's your purpose? 411 00:19:51,015 --> 00:19:52,495 What do you mean? 412 00:19:52,539 --> 00:19:56,717 I'm just... curious how you ended up, you know, 413 00:19:56,760 --> 00:20:02,679 helping soldiers transition and why you became a... a big sister. 414 00:20:02,723 --> 00:20:04,725 I have a... I have a funny feeling 415 00:20:04,768 --> 00:20:07,031 you probably work at a soup kitchen, too. 416 00:20:09,295 --> 00:20:11,906 Let me remind you that our objective is to find 417 00:20:11,949 --> 00:20:14,735 your purpose, not analyze mine. 418 00:20:14,778 --> 00:20:16,737 Oh, I'm on to something, aren't I? 419 00:20:16,780 --> 00:20:19,870 Okay, let's just focus on you, okay? 420 00:20:21,437 --> 00:20:22,917 Shall we get started tomorrow morning? 421 00:20:22,960 --> 00:20:25,746 ♪ 422 00:20:25,789 --> 00:20:27,487 Tomorrow morning. 423 00:20:27,530 --> 00:20:31,926 Great. I'll see you then. 424 00:20:31,969 --> 00:20:35,538 Uh, Marquee's an interesting last name. 425 00:20:35,582 --> 00:20:36,931 What does it mean? 426 00:20:36,974 --> 00:20:39,455 - No great story. - Oh, other than we joke 427 00:20:39,499 --> 00:20:42,284 our name will always be up in lights. 428 00:20:43,416 --> 00:20:44,721 Bright lights at that, aren't they? 429 00:20:46,375 --> 00:20:47,724 Thanks for the hot chocolate. 430 00:20:47,768 --> 00:20:50,466 - Of course. - I'll see you tomorrow. 431 00:20:50,510 --> 00:21:00,563 ♪ 432 00:21:02,565 --> 00:21:09,790 ♪ 433 00:21:16,710 --> 00:21:18,102 No, General, I... I have to be... 434 00:21:18,146 --> 00:21:20,714 I have to be at the donation center by then. Um... 435 00:21:20,757 --> 00:21:22,455 Are you sure it isn't too much? 436 00:21:22,498 --> 00:21:24,761 - No, no, no, I can... - I can handle it. 437 00:21:24,805 --> 00:21:25,980 Are you sure? 438 00:21:26,023 --> 00:21:27,677 The toy drive is my top priority. 439 00:21:29,984 --> 00:21:31,377 Okay. 440 00:21:34,467 --> 00:21:36,599 - Sir, can I call you back? - Of course. 441 00:21:36,643 --> 00:21:39,080 Okay. Bye bye. 442 00:21:39,123 --> 00:21:50,570 ♪ 443 00:21:50,613 --> 00:21:52,659 Yup. Yes. 444 00:21:56,576 --> 00:21:59,361 ♪ 445 00:21:59,405 --> 00:22:01,668 Did I, uh, miss another appointment? 446 00:22:01,711 --> 00:22:03,757 - No, sorry. - I, uh, had an idea. 447 00:22:03,800 --> 00:22:06,586 I couldn't wait. I... I get that way. 448 00:22:06,629 --> 00:22:08,239 What is this exactly? 449 00:22:08,283 --> 00:22:12,026 That, uh, is a... a program I organized that collected toys 450 00:22:12,069 --> 00:22:14,115 for all the kids in some of those villages. 451 00:22:14,158 --> 00:22:16,813 That's it! 452 00:22:16,857 --> 00:22:18,380 - What's it? - Every year, the Army 453 00:22:18,424 --> 00:22:20,513 has a toy drive for military families. 454 00:22:20,556 --> 00:22:22,471 But the man who headed it up is gone 455 00:22:22,515 --> 00:22:25,213 and they're prioritizing other charities. 456 00:22:25,256 --> 00:22:27,520 There's a lot of kids who are counting on those toys. 457 00:22:28,825 --> 00:22:30,784 Okay, but... 458 00:22:30,827 --> 00:22:33,613 I am putting you in charge. 459 00:22:33,656 --> 00:22:36,833 ♪ 460 00:22:36,877 --> 00:22:39,445 Welcome home, Michael Fischer. 461 00:22:39,488 --> 00:22:40,707 Huh. 462 00:22:42,056 --> 00:22:44,711 This is good. I can do this. 463 00:22:50,586 --> 00:22:51,935 Fantastic idea. 464 00:22:51,979 --> 00:22:54,155 I can't think of a better person to head this up. 465 00:22:54,198 --> 00:22:56,549 I was sorry to lose you among the ranks, Michael. 466 00:22:56,592 --> 00:22:58,681 You were a great soldier, a great leader. 467 00:22:58,725 --> 00:23:00,117 Thank you, General. 468 00:23:00,161 --> 00:23:02,119 I've often said the same thing about you, Chloe. 469 00:23:02,163 --> 00:23:04,078 I'm glad you're still part of the team. 470 00:23:04,121 --> 00:23:05,253 Me too. 471 00:23:05,296 --> 00:23:07,081 You'll have our full support. 472 00:23:07,124 --> 00:23:09,823 Oh, General, but there is a greater need than we thought. 473 00:23:09,866 --> 00:23:11,912 It's shocking how many military families 474 00:23:11,955 --> 00:23:14,610 live paycheck to paycheck. 475 00:23:14,654 --> 00:23:17,700 Something I would change if I had the power to do so. 476 00:23:17,744 --> 00:23:20,137 We don't wanna leave a single child out. 477 00:23:20,181 --> 00:23:21,704 Nor do I. 478 00:23:21,748 --> 00:23:23,489 But as I told you before, all of our funds 479 00:23:23,532 --> 00:23:26,100 have been allocated to other charities. 480 00:23:26,143 --> 00:23:31,975 So... what percentage of last year's budget can we count on? 481 00:23:32,019 --> 00:23:35,283 Half, I'm afraid. 482 00:23:35,326 --> 00:23:38,025 Logistical support will of course be no problem. 483 00:23:38,068 --> 00:23:40,027 But you'll have to raise the majority of your funds 484 00:23:40,070 --> 00:23:41,724 from outside sources. 485 00:23:46,990 --> 00:23:48,775 Okay, then that's just what we'll do. 486 00:23:52,866 --> 00:23:54,955 I want you try my hot chocolate again. 487 00:23:54,998 --> 00:23:56,522 I've made a few refinements. 488 00:23:56,565 --> 00:23:59,829 I'm leaving nothing to chance this year. 489 00:23:59,873 --> 00:24:01,004 Hot chocolate contest. 490 00:24:01,048 --> 00:24:02,266 A Christmas tradition around here. 491 00:24:02,310 --> 00:24:04,921 And Mom has yet to win. 492 00:24:04,965 --> 00:24:07,707 Well, I have a box full of silver medals. 493 00:24:07,750 --> 00:24:09,622 I want gold. It's political. 494 00:24:09,665 --> 00:24:12,973 I mean, you know, Charlotte Bennett knows the judges. 495 00:24:13,016 --> 00:24:15,715 Well, let's see here. 496 00:24:15,758 --> 00:24:17,804 - Let me, uh... - -see where we're at. 497 00:24:21,851 --> 00:24:22,939 Wow. 498 00:24:22,983 --> 00:24:25,899 That is better than the other one. 499 00:24:25,942 --> 00:24:29,729 That's because I get my cocoa beans directly from Ecuador. 500 00:24:29,772 --> 00:24:32,340 Charlotte buys hers at the supermarket. 501 00:24:32,383 --> 00:24:35,212 Well, you got my vote. 502 00:24:35,256 --> 00:24:36,866 Oh, I wish I could take it! 503 00:24:36,910 --> 00:24:39,216 These judges, they're just... three old fogeys 504 00:24:39,260 --> 00:24:41,175 that have had their wheels greased every year. 505 00:24:41,218 --> 00:24:43,003 I mean, it's just... it's not fair! 506 00:24:43,046 --> 00:24:45,875 - Hey, Mom? - You have customers waiting. 507 00:24:47,007 --> 00:24:49,618 - Oh! Um, all right. - Well, enjoy! 508 00:24:49,662 --> 00:24:52,316 LJ, good to see you. The usual? 509 00:24:52,360 --> 00:24:54,667 She gets obsessed with this competition. 510 00:24:54,710 --> 00:24:56,016 I... I know it doesn't seem like it, but it's, 511 00:24:56,059 --> 00:24:57,844 uh... it's all in good fun. 512 00:25:00,237 --> 00:25:03,850 I can, uh... I can really tell you like being back, don't you? 513 00:25:03,893 --> 00:25:06,200 Yeah. Yeah, I do. 514 00:25:06,243 --> 00:25:10,117 I really enjoyed my time in the Army, but, um ...missed home. 515 00:25:10,160 --> 00:25:13,337 And being back here now, I, uh... 516 00:25:13,381 --> 00:25:15,818 I really realize how lucky I am. 517 00:25:15,862 --> 00:25:18,821 - How lucky we all are. - Mm. 518 00:25:18,865 --> 00:25:22,738 Still, there's so many who aren't. 519 00:25:22,782 --> 00:25:25,915 Speaking of which, I made a list of potential donors... 520 00:25:25,959 --> 00:25:27,395 Uh, corporate, local businesses. 521 00:25:27,438 --> 00:25:29,092 And I'm gonna get the names of all the new children 522 00:25:29,136 --> 00:25:30,659 who we can include from the mentoring program. 523 00:25:32,443 --> 00:25:33,793 What? 524 00:25:33,836 --> 00:25:36,360 - No, I just, um... - I'm just trying to figure out 525 00:25:36,404 --> 00:25:38,885 how I fit into all this. 526 00:25:38,928 --> 00:25:40,147 Oh, believe me, with my schedule, 527 00:25:40,190 --> 00:25:41,931 you're gonna be doing most of the legwork. 528 00:25:41,975 --> 00:25:43,846 Well, legwork is fine. 529 00:25:43,890 --> 00:25:46,893 I'm... you know, said you put me in charge... 530 00:25:46,936 --> 00:25:47,850 You are in charge. 531 00:25:47,894 --> 00:25:51,375 Okay, I'm... 532 00:25:51,419 --> 00:25:53,726 Oh. 533 00:25:53,769 --> 00:25:55,815 Oh! 534 00:25:55,858 --> 00:25:58,208 I get that way. 535 00:25:58,252 --> 00:25:59,732 Okay. 536 00:26:01,298 --> 00:26:03,823 This is officially your operation. 537 00:26:03,866 --> 00:26:05,781 There is a reason why I could not take this on. 538 00:26:05,825 --> 00:26:08,741 I've got way too much on my plate. 539 00:26:08,784 --> 00:26:10,307 Okay. 540 00:26:10,351 --> 00:26:12,048 Yes, this is great. 541 00:26:12,092 --> 00:26:13,789 Great. 542 00:26:18,141 --> 00:26:20,753 Uh... you know, actually... 543 00:26:20,796 --> 00:26:22,058 You know, it could be beneficial... 544 00:26:22,102 --> 00:26:23,451 If I could get your help getting this up... 545 00:26:23,494 --> 00:26:25,453 - ...And running... - Smoothly. 546 00:26:31,067 --> 00:26:32,678 Ah, yeah. 547 00:26:32,721 --> 00:26:35,419 Well, I think, um... 548 00:26:35,463 --> 00:26:39,336 I think we've made a pretty good team so far. 549 00:26:39,380 --> 00:26:43,166 I mean, it'll all be that much more productive. 550 00:26:43,210 --> 00:26:44,385 At least until... 551 00:26:44,428 --> 00:26:46,779 It's all up and running smoothly. 552 00:26:46,822 --> 00:26:48,302 Right, yeah. 553 00:26:51,218 --> 00:26:53,742 You know ...ve actually been thinking. 554 00:26:53,786 --> 00:26:57,093 Um, if we're gonna use outside sources, 555 00:26:57,137 --> 00:27:00,967 then let's not limit this to just military families. 556 00:27:01,010 --> 00:27:03,665 Let's expand the program like you wanted, right? 557 00:27:03,709 --> 00:27:05,972 But to everyone, the entire community. 558 00:27:06,015 --> 00:27:08,714 That's a fantastic idea. 559 00:27:08,757 --> 00:27:10,106 Thank you. 560 00:27:11,978 --> 00:27:14,807 So... where do we start? 561 00:27:14,850 --> 00:27:19,507 To see if those outside sources are even necessary. 562 00:27:19,550 --> 00:27:20,943 All right. 563 00:27:28,211 --> 00:27:29,952 Can't tell you how hard I worked on 564 00:27:29,996 --> 00:27:31,780 getting this new community center. 565 00:27:31,824 --> 00:27:35,523 Almost 50 new jobs, keep this town humming along, diversify, 566 00:27:35,566 --> 00:27:36,785 growth, am I right? 567 00:27:36,829 --> 00:27:38,308 You're absolutely right, Mayor Betz. 568 00:27:38,352 --> 00:27:39,875 All the more reason to support. 569 00:27:39,919 --> 00:27:41,834 I wish we were in a better position to help out, Chloe. 570 00:27:41,877 --> 00:27:43,009 Yeah, but as you can see... 571 00:27:43,052 --> 00:27:45,228 I thought Army organized the toy drive. 572 00:27:45,272 --> 00:27:47,840 We are in need of additional funds this year. 573 00:27:47,883 --> 00:27:49,842 City coffers are dry. 574 00:27:49,885 --> 00:27:52,322 We barely have it in the budget for our regular Christmas events 575 00:27:52,366 --> 00:27:54,237 as it is. 576 00:27:54,281 --> 00:27:56,936 Your image as an elected official is directly tied to 577 00:27:56,979 --> 00:27:59,329 the image of Maple Grove, wouldn't you say? 578 00:27:59,373 --> 00:28:00,983 Yes, I would. 579 00:28:01,027 --> 00:28:03,507 Okay, well, this year, we're expanding the toy drive 580 00:28:03,551 --> 00:28:06,119 beyond military families. 581 00:28:06,162 --> 00:28:07,860 The families that live in the city 582 00:28:07,903 --> 00:28:10,123 where you're up for reelection. 583 00:28:10,166 --> 00:28:16,085 ♪ 584 00:28:16,129 --> 00:28:18,174 You make a good point. 585 00:28:18,218 --> 00:28:21,525 I'll see what I can spare. It won't be much. 586 00:28:21,569 --> 00:28:23,963 The amount doesn't really matter, does it? 587 00:28:24,006 --> 00:28:26,835 It's the spirit of giving what you can, am I right? 588 00:28:26,879 --> 00:28:29,098 We will take whatever you can give us. 589 00:28:29,142 --> 00:28:30,665 I'll be in touch. 590 00:28:31,840 --> 00:28:34,582 Sure would be nice if we got some Christmas snow this year. 591 00:28:39,848 --> 00:28:41,284 I mean, without any real help from the city, 592 00:28:41,328 --> 00:28:43,417 this might be tougher to pull off than we thought. 593 00:28:43,460 --> 00:28:46,420 Then we'll just do it the old-fashioned way, 594 00:28:46,463 --> 00:28:47,813 door to door if we have to. 595 00:28:49,945 --> 00:28:51,468 - Yeah, you know what? - You're right. 596 00:28:51,512 --> 00:28:52,905 There's a lot of generous people 597 00:28:52,948 --> 00:28:55,081 in this community who still wanna help. 598 00:28:55,124 --> 00:28:57,126 You know, I was thinking. 599 00:28:57,170 --> 00:29:00,216 "Toy Drive" is... is so generic, right? 600 00:29:00,260 --> 00:29:01,609 It's a good cause, people might donate. 601 00:29:01,652 --> 00:29:04,177 But if we want this to be something special, 602 00:29:04,220 --> 00:29:05,961 it has to inspire people. 603 00:29:06,005 --> 00:29:07,180 - Yeah. - No, no, I'm with you. 604 00:29:07,223 --> 00:29:09,573 Like, um... like a theme. 605 00:29:09,617 --> 00:29:12,272 Think about what we do in the military when we go into combat. 606 00:29:12,315 --> 00:29:13,621 We name them, right? 607 00:29:13,664 --> 00:29:16,015 Operation Enduring Freedom. 608 00:29:16,058 --> 00:29:19,366 Operation Toy Drive just doesn't have a ring to it. 609 00:29:19,409 --> 00:29:21,020 Operation Santa Claus. 610 00:29:25,676 --> 00:29:27,809 I love it. It's perfect. 611 00:29:27,853 --> 00:29:29,158 Thanks. Oh, I'm sorry. 612 00:29:29,202 --> 00:29:32,466 I, uh... I'm working at the soup kitchen tonight. 613 00:29:32,509 --> 00:29:34,424 I knew it! I knew it! 614 00:29:34,468 --> 00:29:36,470 Funny. 615 00:29:36,513 --> 00:29:38,602 Tomorrow, then? 616 00:29:38,646 --> 00:29:40,300 First thing. 617 00:29:40,343 --> 00:29:41,475 Okay. 618 00:29:41,518 --> 00:29:44,608 ♪ 619 00:29:55,271 --> 00:30:07,240 ♪ 620 00:30:16,727 --> 00:30:18,381 Oh, hi. 621 00:30:18,425 --> 00:30:21,602 You... do realize it's 0600. 622 00:30:21,645 --> 00:30:24,474 - Seriously? Come on, reveille. - You should be used to it. 623 00:30:24,518 --> 00:30:26,172 Besides, early bird gets the worm. 624 00:30:26,215 --> 00:30:29,349 ♪ 625 00:30:29,392 --> 00:30:31,177 - Come on in. - I'll be ready in a minute. 626 00:30:31,220 --> 00:30:35,485 ♪ 627 00:30:35,529 --> 00:30:37,748 - Thank you. - Yes, of course. 628 00:30:37,792 --> 00:30:39,359 Where did you find this place? 629 00:30:39,402 --> 00:30:43,189 - Through a buddy. - It's, uh... perfect, right? 630 00:30:46,714 --> 00:30:48,411 Yeah, mm-hmm. 631 00:30:49,543 --> 00:30:52,198 - Well, make yourself at home. - I'll be quick. 632 00:30:56,593 --> 00:30:59,118 I... I... I love what you've done with it. 633 00:30:59,161 --> 00:31:00,380 Oh... 634 00:31:02,643 --> 00:31:06,429 I mean, it's only... it's only been a month since I... 635 00:31:06,473 --> 00:31:08,301 I'll get that. 636 00:31:09,215 --> 00:31:10,999 It's Christmas. 637 00:31:18,528 --> 00:31:20,487 You haven't had time yet to unpack either? 638 00:31:20,530 --> 00:31:22,054 Yeah, I'm, uh... 639 00:31:22,097 --> 00:31:23,751 still trying to figure out the rest of my life, you know? 640 00:31:23,794 --> 00:31:28,799 ♪ 641 00:31:28,843 --> 00:31:32,107 You don't intend to stay? 642 00:31:32,151 --> 00:31:34,762 Well, I may just, uh, fix this place up and flip it. 643 00:31:37,330 --> 00:31:41,116 Yeah, it depends on reasons to stay, really. 644 00:31:41,160 --> 00:31:47,601 ♪ 645 00:31:47,644 --> 00:31:49,733 Shall we? 646 00:31:53,476 --> 00:31:55,087 Okay, so I was thinking. 647 00:31:55,130 --> 00:31:57,741 Every year, the toy drive is kind of a dull event, you know? 648 00:31:57,785 --> 00:31:59,308 The... the toys come in, 649 00:31:59,352 --> 00:32:00,788 they're passed out to kids who wait in line. 650 00:32:00,831 --> 00:32:04,052 There's no, like, celebration or anything. 651 00:32:04,096 --> 00:32:06,576 So, uh, you think we should have, like, 652 00:32:06,620 --> 00:32:08,100 a Christmas party where we hand out the gifts? 653 00:32:08,143 --> 00:32:10,537 Exactly. We could have it on Christmas Eve. 654 00:32:10,580 --> 00:32:11,712 That way, people can still spend 655 00:32:11,755 --> 00:32:14,062 Christmas Day with their families. 656 00:32:14,106 --> 00:32:15,455 It'll cost more money. 657 00:32:15,498 --> 00:32:18,284 Well, after today, the donors will be lining up. 658 00:32:18,327 --> 00:32:20,329 You certainly are optimistic. 659 00:32:20,373 --> 00:32:22,157 It's the season of miracles. 660 00:32:22,201 --> 00:32:25,291 ♪ 661 00:32:25,334 --> 00:32:27,554 Uh... we should probably take your car. 662 00:32:27,597 --> 00:32:30,557 My, uh... my heater's broken. 663 00:32:30,600 --> 00:32:33,647 Well, I just spent the last 10 years in Afghanistan. 664 00:32:33,690 --> 00:32:35,431 Looking forward to a little less heat. 665 00:32:35,475 --> 00:32:36,955 Look, I promise 666 00:32:36,998 --> 00:32:39,653 I'm gonna take it in as soon as I have some free time. 667 00:32:39,696 --> 00:32:41,611 Free time? 668 00:32:41,655 --> 00:32:44,092 Now, that would be a miracle. 669 00:32:44,136 --> 00:32:45,485 Heh. 670 00:32:45,528 --> 00:32:48,357 ♪ 671 00:32:48,401 --> 00:32:51,621 Randall Industries, President Thomas James. 672 00:32:51,665 --> 00:32:54,581 Just rings with generosity. 673 00:32:54,624 --> 00:32:56,148 Thanks. 674 00:33:00,804 --> 00:33:02,676 It's like they all have the same script. 675 00:33:02,719 --> 00:33:04,808 "I'm sorry, we've already donated to other causes." 676 00:33:04,852 --> 00:33:06,375 It's okay, all right? 677 00:33:06,419 --> 00:33:07,724 It's like the first thing that happens in every battle. 678 00:33:07,768 --> 00:33:09,465 You throw out the first strategy, 679 00:33:09,509 --> 00:33:10,814 come up with a new one. 680 00:33:12,381 --> 00:33:14,166 It's perfect. 681 00:33:14,209 --> 00:33:15,819 What's perfect? 682 00:33:15,863 --> 00:33:17,517 We don't need a new strategy. 683 00:33:18,953 --> 00:33:20,607 We need a new face. 684 00:33:26,352 --> 00:33:28,267 All you would have to do is sit by our side. 685 00:33:28,310 --> 00:33:30,356 It's gonna be a lot harder for people to say no, you know, 686 00:33:30,399 --> 00:33:31,835 if there's a child in the room. 687 00:33:31,879 --> 00:33:33,750 But I don't need another toy. 688 00:33:33,794 --> 00:33:35,361 The other kids do. 689 00:33:35,404 --> 00:33:37,798 Okay, uh... think of it like acting in a commercial 690 00:33:37,841 --> 00:33:41,628 for a good cause so that those other kids do get a toy. 691 00:33:41,671 --> 00:33:43,282 Yeah, and some of those kids are your friends, 692 00:33:43,325 --> 00:33:45,240 so this is your way of helping them. 693 00:33:45,284 --> 00:33:47,242 And I really have to be at the winter clothing donation center 694 00:33:47,286 --> 00:33:49,592 in 30 minutes, so we need your help. 695 00:33:49,636 --> 00:33:50,811 Hmm. 696 00:33:54,032 --> 00:33:55,903 - You know what, guys? - I'm all in. 697 00:33:55,946 --> 00:33:57,557 Oh, mm! 698 00:33:57,600 --> 00:33:59,863 - Perfect. - You guys got this. 699 00:34:00,951 --> 00:34:06,609 ♪ 700 00:34:06,653 --> 00:34:10,744 So this store has been here a long time, Mrs. Gadbaw. 701 00:34:10,787 --> 00:34:12,528 You must be very proud of that. 702 00:34:12,572 --> 00:34:13,877 I am. 703 00:34:13,921 --> 00:34:16,880 A lot of loyal shoppers here in the community. 704 00:34:16,924 --> 00:34:19,405 Then why do you give less than 1% of your profits 705 00:34:19,448 --> 00:34:21,711 to the local charities? 706 00:34:23,017 --> 00:34:24,888 I don't think that's true. 707 00:34:24,932 --> 00:34:26,977 Oh, well, I... 708 00:34:27,021 --> 00:34:30,764 I, uh, actually have it all... 709 00:34:30,807 --> 00:34:31,852 Have it all right here. 710 00:34:31,895 --> 00:34:35,595 Um ...can see the numbers. 711 00:34:35,638 --> 00:34:39,251 - Oh. - Maybe it's a typo. I don't... 712 00:34:39,294 --> 00:34:43,255 Oh, well, it... it's a family business. 713 00:34:43,298 --> 00:34:45,300 Markets are down, expenses are up, 714 00:34:45,344 --> 00:34:48,608 and I'm afraid I'm just not in a position to contribute 715 00:34:48,651 --> 00:34:50,740 this year. 716 00:34:53,613 --> 00:34:54,570 Daddy? 717 00:34:54,614 --> 00:34:56,006 You promised! 718 00:34:56,050 --> 00:34:57,530 You said all the children will have 719 00:34:57,573 --> 00:35:00,533 a lovely Christmas this year. 720 00:35:08,889 --> 00:35:11,370 Uh, I'm... 721 00:35:11,413 --> 00:35:12,762 Just one minute, okay? 722 00:35:12,806 --> 00:35:14,547 Yeah. 723 00:35:14,590 --> 00:35:20,727 ♪ 724 00:35:20,770 --> 00:35:23,904 So, who can I make this out to? 725 00:35:28,517 --> 00:35:29,779 Did it work? 726 00:35:29,823 --> 00:35:31,477 Yes! 727 00:35:31,520 --> 00:35:33,653 But I'm not sure that was setting a very good example. 728 00:35:33,696 --> 00:35:35,394 Besides, that's how a lot of kids will feel if they 729 00:35:35,437 --> 00:35:37,874 have no presents to open, so, you know... 730 00:35:37,918 --> 00:35:39,789 Good point. 731 00:35:39,833 --> 00:35:42,009 I think I need an agent. 732 00:35:42,052 --> 00:35:44,838 I... I think you're on to something. 733 00:35:44,881 --> 00:35:47,580 In the meantime, we got our first donation! 734 00:35:47,623 --> 00:35:49,451 - Yes! - Woo-hoo! 735 00:35:49,495 --> 00:35:52,585 - That's you! - Yes! 736 00:35:52,628 --> 00:35:53,977 Good job! 737 00:35:56,850 --> 00:35:58,417 You guys did it! 738 00:35:58,460 --> 00:36:00,810 Operation Santa Claus. 739 00:36:00,854 --> 00:36:02,464 May the money keep pouring in. 740 00:36:02,508 --> 00:36:04,771 Here, here. 741 00:36:06,381 --> 00:36:08,340 One of the things I did when I was in Afghanistan is 742 00:36:08,383 --> 00:36:11,734 we asked the kids if there was something specific they wanted. 743 00:36:11,778 --> 00:36:14,650 And we found ways to track it down. 744 00:36:14,694 --> 00:36:15,912 It wasn't always easy. 745 00:36:15,956 --> 00:36:17,436 Yeah, but it made it personal for them. 746 00:36:17,479 --> 00:36:18,785 That's right, yeah. 747 00:36:18,828 --> 00:36:20,439 Well, I would like to do the same with our kids, 748 00:36:20,482 --> 00:36:23,355 not just some generic toy we didn't put any thought into, 749 00:36:23,398 --> 00:36:24,530 you know? 750 00:36:24,573 --> 00:36:26,923 Still a week left until Christmas. 751 00:36:26,967 --> 00:36:28,447 Plenty of time for them to write to Santa, 752 00:36:28,490 --> 00:36:29,752 addressed to Operation Santa Claus. 753 00:36:29,796 --> 00:36:31,885 I love that. 754 00:36:31,928 --> 00:36:36,498 You know, for such a big guy, you have a really soft heart. 755 00:36:38,544 --> 00:36:40,502 Don't tell my Army buddies. 756 00:36:40,546 --> 00:36:41,938 You miss them, huh? 757 00:36:41,982 --> 00:36:43,723 Yeah. Yeah, I do. 758 00:36:43,766 --> 00:36:46,987 I, uh ...miss our camaraderie. 759 00:36:47,030 --> 00:36:48,641 I miss the accomplishments. 760 00:36:48,684 --> 00:36:51,774 So... thank you for giving me something meaningful to do, 761 00:36:51,818 --> 00:36:52,862 Chloe. 762 00:36:52,906 --> 00:36:55,604 - It's been a big help. - I'm glad. 763 00:36:55,648 --> 00:36:59,565 - Yoo-hoo! Hey! - Oh, I'm sorry we're late. 764 00:36:59,608 --> 00:37:02,916 My shop has never been busier. 765 00:37:02,959 --> 00:37:06,398 Well, it seems you two have been inseparable. 766 00:37:06,441 --> 00:37:10,532 Operation Santa Claus is keeping us very busy, Mom. 767 00:37:10,576 --> 00:37:12,578 Hot cider, anything...? 768 00:37:12,621 --> 00:37:15,537 - Yeah, that'd be great thanks. - Okay. 769 00:37:15,581 --> 00:37:16,886 Well? 770 00:37:16,930 --> 00:37:18,932 I think I told you, it's work. 771 00:37:18,975 --> 00:37:21,369 I'm serious. It's what I do. 772 00:37:21,413 --> 00:37:23,763 Yeah, uh, hanging out together at social events? 773 00:37:23,806 --> 00:37:26,461 It's just helping him assimilate, that's all. 774 00:37:26,505 --> 00:37:27,854 - Well... - Uh-huh. 775 00:37:27,897 --> 00:37:30,117 -...He seems very nice. - You could do a lot worse. 776 00:37:30,160 --> 00:37:31,901 You two are hopeless. 777 00:37:34,948 --> 00:37:36,602 - General! - Hello, Chloe. 778 00:37:36,645 --> 00:37:39,474 I've spoken with my superiors to find some additional funds 779 00:37:39,518 --> 00:37:41,433 for Operation Santa Claus. 780 00:37:41,476 --> 00:37:43,826 No promises, but I'm working on it. 781 00:37:43,870 --> 00:37:45,741 Also, with the other business we discussed. 782 00:37:45,785 --> 00:37:46,829 Thank you, General. 783 00:37:46,873 --> 00:37:49,005 Um... what other business? 784 00:37:49,049 --> 00:37:51,486 Well, you can't say anything, but we're trying to get 785 00:37:51,530 --> 00:37:53,967 Savannah's parents home for Christmas. 786 00:37:54,010 --> 00:37:54,924 Oh! 787 00:37:54,968 --> 00:37:56,578 That'd be terrific. 788 00:37:56,622 --> 00:38:00,016 Well, it's a longshot. 789 00:38:00,060 --> 00:38:03,542 Uh ...neral, this is, uh, my mother, Lynn. 790 00:38:03,585 --> 00:38:05,979 Mom, this is General O'Toole. 791 00:38:06,022 --> 00:38:08,068 It's a pleasure to meet you, General. 792 00:38:08,111 --> 00:38:09,461 Likewise. 793 00:38:09,504 --> 00:38:11,158 And you know my sister, Lieutenant Trish Barns. 794 00:38:11,201 --> 00:38:15,641 Yes, at least one member of the family is still in uniform. 795 00:38:15,684 --> 00:38:17,947 I knew your husband. He was a great man. 796 00:38:17,991 --> 00:38:19,601 Great soldier. 797 00:38:19,645 --> 00:38:21,603 Thank you, General O'Toole. 798 00:38:21,647 --> 00:38:23,083 Please, just call me Peter. 799 00:38:24,824 --> 00:38:27,479 - Peter O'Toole? - Yes. 800 00:38:27,522 --> 00:38:28,828 Found it rather fitting 801 00:38:28,871 --> 00:38:31,918 since I did three tours in the Middle East. 802 00:38:31,961 --> 00:38:34,050 Of course. 803 00:38:34,094 --> 00:38:35,443 That's lovely. 804 00:38:35,487 --> 00:38:37,053 Peter O'Toole, like "Lawrence of Arabia." 805 00:38:37,097 --> 00:38:39,273 Excuse me. 806 00:38:41,231 --> 00:38:42,668 Excuse me. 807 00:38:44,278 --> 00:38:46,019 Mom! 808 00:38:46,062 --> 00:38:47,281 I'm sorry. 809 00:38:47,325 --> 00:38:48,630 I don't know what came over me. 810 00:38:48,674 --> 00:38:49,892 He's my commanding officer. 811 00:38:49,936 --> 00:38:51,459 Jeez, Mom! 812 00:38:52,634 --> 00:38:54,984 What... what did I miss? 813 00:38:55,028 --> 00:38:56,986 Whew! 814 00:38:57,030 --> 00:38:58,901 Nothing. Nothing, it's okay. 815 00:39:00,729 --> 00:39:02,688 ♪ Dashing through the snow 816 00:39:02,731 --> 00:39:05,081 ♪ In a one-horse open sleigh 817 00:39:05,125 --> 00:39:07,519 ♪ Over the fields we go 818 00:39:07,562 --> 00:39:09,825 ♪ Laughing all the way 819 00:39:09,869 --> 00:39:12,045 ♪ Bells are about to ring 820 00:39:12,088 --> 00:39:14,003 ♪ Making spirits bright 821 00:39:14,047 --> 00:39:16,310 ♪ What fun it is to ride and sing ♪ 822 00:39:16,354 --> 00:39:18,181 ♪ A sleighing song tonight 823 00:39:18,225 --> 00:39:22,098 ♪ 824 00:39:22,142 --> 00:39:25,232 - Well, I had a great time. - Thanks for the invite. 825 00:39:25,275 --> 00:39:27,277 Hey, me too. I'm, uh... 826 00:39:27,321 --> 00:39:28,844 I'm glad you wanted to come out with us. 827 00:39:28,888 --> 00:39:31,499 I know it's not always easy meeting new people. 828 00:39:31,543 --> 00:39:34,633 Yeah. Having a good counselor really helps. 829 00:39:34,676 --> 00:39:36,286 Thanks. 830 00:39:36,330 --> 00:39:38,898 You, uh, need a ride home? 831 00:39:38,941 --> 00:39:40,203 Uh, no, thanks. 832 00:39:40,247 --> 00:39:43,032 I'm, uh, meeting up with an old buddy of mine 833 00:39:43,076 --> 00:39:45,861 I haven't seen in a while, so... 834 00:39:45,905 --> 00:39:47,733 Okay. I will, um... 835 00:39:47,776 --> 00:39:48,995 I'll check in with you tomorrow, then. 836 00:39:49,038 --> 00:39:50,039 Okay. 837 00:39:53,869 --> 00:39:56,829 Uh, hey! Um... uh... 838 00:39:56,872 --> 00:39:58,700 I was just thinking, if you'd like, 839 00:39:58,744 --> 00:40:01,311 I could take a look at your heater. 840 00:40:01,355 --> 00:40:04,837 You know ...m feeling like 841 00:40:04,880 --> 00:40:07,709 it might be time to open up that toolbox again. 842 00:40:09,755 --> 00:40:11,104 Yeah. I mean, I guess that would be 843 00:40:11,147 --> 00:40:13,236 part of the whole process, right? 844 00:40:13,280 --> 00:40:14,368 Yeah, of course. 845 00:40:14,412 --> 00:40:15,761 I don't wanna trouble you, though. 846 00:40:15,804 --> 00:40:16,892 It's no trouble. 847 00:40:16,936 --> 00:40:18,590 My car can be... pretty stubborn. 848 00:40:18,633 --> 00:40:20,243 Yeah, well, so can I. 849 00:40:21,941 --> 00:40:24,596 Bring her by tomorrow, huh? 850 00:40:24,639 --> 00:40:28,164 - Okay, then. - I'll see you then. 851 00:40:28,208 --> 00:40:30,732 Looking forward. 852 00:40:42,004 --> 00:40:48,054 ♪ 853 00:40:57,280 --> 00:40:59,369 Hand me a 3/8 socket, please. 854 00:40:59,413 --> 00:41:04,505 ♪ 855 00:41:04,549 --> 00:41:07,203 - Here you go. - Ah, thank you. 856 00:41:07,247 --> 00:41:09,510 Did you fix a lot of old cars in Afghanistan? 857 00:41:09,554 --> 00:41:11,730 Heh, you'd be surprised. 858 00:41:11,773 --> 00:41:13,471 - Clamp? - Oh. 859 00:41:15,734 --> 00:41:17,518 - Here you go. - Thank you. 860 00:41:17,562 --> 00:41:20,347 So I'm curious why you did toy drives over there. 861 00:41:20,390 --> 00:41:24,743 Well, grew up in foster care, house to house. 862 00:41:24,786 --> 00:41:26,266 Every Christmas, I sought out anyone 863 00:41:26,309 --> 00:41:29,661 who was sponsoring toy drives or any other charity. 864 00:41:31,271 --> 00:41:33,795 I had to fend for myself. 865 00:41:33,839 --> 00:41:36,189 Some years, it was the only gift I got. 866 00:41:36,232 --> 00:41:37,973 You were never adopted? 867 00:41:38,017 --> 00:41:40,628 - No. - I'm sorry. 868 00:41:40,672 --> 00:41:42,674 No, it's why I joined the Army when I did. 869 00:41:42,717 --> 00:41:44,153 So why did you leave? 870 00:41:45,546 --> 00:41:47,026 Well... 871 00:41:48,810 --> 00:41:50,725 I guess I got... 872 00:41:50,769 --> 00:41:53,511 dinged up a few too many times, you know? 873 00:41:53,554 --> 00:41:55,556 My best friend got reassigned 874 00:41:55,600 --> 00:41:59,517 and I just felt like I needed a new challenge, you know? 875 00:41:59,560 --> 00:42:01,344 Change. 876 00:42:01,388 --> 00:42:03,433 Get on with the rest of my life. 877 00:42:03,477 --> 00:42:06,524 - Yeah. Yeah, it's, uh... - it's hard leaving friends. 878 00:42:06,567 --> 00:42:09,265 That was the most difficult part for me too. 879 00:42:09,309 --> 00:42:10,702 Some more than others. 880 00:42:14,706 --> 00:42:18,536 - So this... - this best friend is... 881 00:42:18,579 --> 00:42:19,711 more than just a friend? 882 00:42:19,754 --> 00:42:23,062 Yeah, you could say that. 883 00:42:23,105 --> 00:42:27,283 I, uh ...loved her more than anyone else in this world. 884 00:42:27,327 --> 00:42:28,720 Heck, come to think of it, 885 00:42:28,763 --> 00:42:31,157 I've known her longer than anyone else in my life. 886 00:42:33,551 --> 00:42:35,204 Well, why can't you be with her? 887 00:42:36,597 --> 00:42:40,209 Like I said, you know, she was... reassigned. 888 00:42:40,253 --> 00:42:42,429 And when the Army makes the rules, they stick with it. 889 00:42:44,126 --> 00:42:48,130 ♪ All is calm 890 00:42:48,174 --> 00:42:52,570 ♪ All is bright 891 00:42:52,613 --> 00:42:57,096 ♪ Round yon virgin 892 00:42:57,139 --> 00:42:58,227 ♪ Mother... 893 00:42:58,271 --> 00:43:01,274 My favorite Christmas song. 894 00:43:04,886 --> 00:43:07,280 I know, it's corny. 895 00:43:07,323 --> 00:43:10,762 No. No, it's... it's mine, too. 896 00:43:10,805 --> 00:43:13,199 When I was a kid, at church, we would all be singing it, 897 00:43:13,242 --> 00:43:15,418 hold candles. 898 00:43:15,462 --> 00:43:16,768 It's what Christmas is for me. 899 00:43:16,811 --> 00:43:22,121 ♪ ...peace 900 00:43:22,164 --> 00:43:24,645 ♪ Sleep in heavenly... 901 00:43:24,689 --> 00:43:26,865 So, uh, where did you get such an interest in fixing things? 902 00:43:26,908 --> 00:43:28,301 Heh. 903 00:43:28,344 --> 00:43:30,085 One of the gifts I got when I was a kid 904 00:43:30,129 --> 00:43:32,610 was this... this chemistry set. 905 00:43:32,653 --> 00:43:34,655 I had no idea what to do with it. 906 00:43:34,699 --> 00:43:36,570 Hated chemistry. 907 00:43:36,614 --> 00:43:38,790 So, uh, I told my foster parents. 908 00:43:38,833 --> 00:43:42,402 This... this really great guy, he, uh, taught me 909 00:43:42,445 --> 00:43:46,145 how chemistry's a part of everything around us, right? 910 00:43:46,188 --> 00:43:50,628 Electricity, nature, even inside of us, all interacting, 911 00:43:50,671 --> 00:43:52,151 all connected to one another. 912 00:43:52,194 --> 00:43:53,718 And I don't know. 913 00:43:53,761 --> 00:43:57,243 That's, uh, always fascinated me, how we're all, uh, 914 00:43:57,286 --> 00:44:01,421 a part of something bigger than ourselves. 915 00:44:01,464 --> 00:44:04,293 But, uh... all right. 916 00:44:04,337 --> 00:44:08,471 One last tighten here and the clamp is on. 917 00:44:08,515 --> 00:44:10,648 Why don't you give it a shot? 918 00:44:12,911 --> 00:44:15,653 ♪ Christ the Savior... 919 00:44:21,484 --> 00:44:25,314 Ladies and gentlemen, we have heat! 920 00:44:25,358 --> 00:44:26,664 Ah! 921 00:44:27,882 --> 00:44:30,276 Ah! 922 00:44:30,319 --> 00:44:32,844 Yeah, like I said. 923 00:44:32,887 --> 00:44:34,497 Chemistry. 924 00:44:50,252 --> 00:44:53,255 I thought your receptors weren't armed. 925 00:44:53,299 --> 00:44:55,736 They aren't. I'm just... 926 00:44:55,780 --> 00:44:57,477 I don't know, I'm just... 927 00:44:57,520 --> 00:44:59,522 I'm surprised, you know? He didn't exactly seem like 928 00:44:59,566 --> 00:45:01,786 a guy in love with another woman. 929 00:45:01,829 --> 00:45:04,571 - He's not. - He just told me he was. 930 00:45:04,614 --> 00:45:08,531 Maybe he was, but he's not now. 931 00:45:08,575 --> 00:45:09,837 Why do you say that? 932 00:45:09,881 --> 00:45:11,839 Because unlike you, I believe in romance. 933 00:45:11,883 --> 00:45:14,712 And ...don't know, I can see it happening with you two. 934 00:45:16,931 --> 00:45:20,848 - Um... - it doesn't matter. 935 00:45:20,892 --> 00:45:24,547 I'm not even in that place anyways in my life, so... 936 00:45:24,591 --> 00:45:27,768 You think I was ready to get married when I met Dan? 937 00:45:27,812 --> 00:45:31,424 No. It... it just happened. 938 00:45:31,467 --> 00:45:34,514 And honestly, I couldn't be happier. 939 00:45:34,557 --> 00:45:36,429 Is he gonna be able to come home for Christmas? 940 00:45:36,472 --> 00:45:39,345 No. But it's fine. 941 00:45:39,388 --> 00:45:40,868 I get to see him right after New Year's, so... 942 00:45:40,912 --> 00:45:42,522 I love that you're so happy, Trish. 943 00:45:44,872 --> 00:45:47,005 I want that for you too. 944 00:45:47,048 --> 00:45:51,618 But if you don't leave yourself open to it, then... 945 00:45:51,661 --> 00:45:53,707 it's gonna jinx you when it finally does come around. 946 00:45:53,751 --> 00:45:57,319 - Nah-ah-ah, no. - I don't believe in jinxes. 947 00:45:57,363 --> 00:45:59,626 I don't believe in luck. I don't believe in... 948 00:45:59,669 --> 00:46:00,888 Romance. 949 00:46:02,542 --> 00:46:05,806 But... listen, Chloe, sometimes you gotta let your walls down 950 00:46:05,850 --> 00:46:09,462 and just... believe. 951 00:46:13,858 --> 00:46:16,774 Well? How do I look? 952 00:46:16,817 --> 00:46:19,515 Uh-huh, ridiculous? 953 00:46:19,559 --> 00:46:20,908 I think I look adorable. 954 00:46:22,605 --> 00:46:24,825 Let's go kick some butt. 955 00:46:33,703 --> 00:46:37,055 Welcome, everyone, to our 15th annual hot chocolate contest. 956 00:46:39,361 --> 00:46:40,885 I think we can agree that this year 957 00:46:40,928 --> 00:46:42,974 will be another close contest. 958 00:46:44,410 --> 00:46:46,804 Our reigning champion, Charlotte Bennett, 959 00:46:46,847 --> 00:46:49,632 has promised a new sprinkle, shall we say, 960 00:46:49,676 --> 00:46:52,766 to her consistently amazing creations. 961 00:46:52,810 --> 00:46:55,464 Our three judges will now take their places at the table. 962 00:46:55,508 --> 00:46:57,379 We all know Jake Dunlap, 963 00:46:57,423 --> 00:46:58,772 proprietor of Dunlap Landscaping. 964 00:47:01,427 --> 00:47:02,428 Marguerite Hennessey 965 00:47:02,471 --> 00:47:03,951 from By the Book Consulting. 966 00:47:07,737 --> 00:47:10,958 Unfortunately, this year Carol Sallee couldn't make it. 967 00:47:11,002 --> 00:47:13,874 Stepping in is someone many of you know and respect, 968 00:47:13,918 --> 00:47:15,354 General O'Toole. 969 00:47:24,058 --> 00:47:25,494 Hello, General. 970 00:47:25,538 --> 00:47:28,671 - You look... nice. - Thank you. 971 00:47:28,715 --> 00:47:30,891 Let the tasting begin! 972 00:47:40,858 --> 00:47:48,822 ♪ 973 00:47:51,956 --> 00:48:03,968 ♪ 974 00:48:05,926 --> 00:48:14,065 ♪ 975 00:48:14,108 --> 00:48:17,068 Here we go, folks! 976 00:48:17,111 --> 00:48:20,985 Well, some things never change. 977 00:48:21,028 --> 00:48:23,465 The two runners-up this year again 978 00:48:23,509 --> 00:48:26,164 are Phyllis Redding and Christi Johnson. 979 00:48:29,471 --> 00:48:33,606 In third place, congratulation to Rita Jones! 980 00:48:38,002 --> 00:48:40,439 Coming in first place... 981 00:48:40,482 --> 00:48:42,876 well, this is a surprise. 982 00:48:42,920 --> 00:48:44,965 We have a split decision this year. 983 00:48:45,009 --> 00:48:49,883 And the deciding vote was cast by General O'Toole. 984 00:48:49,927 --> 00:48:51,189 And the winner is... 985 00:48:54,670 --> 00:48:55,715 Lynn Marquee, 986 00:48:55,758 --> 00:48:57,456 owner and operator of Historic Perk. 987 00:49:00,024 --> 00:49:01,851 I can't believe it! 988 00:49:01,895 --> 00:49:02,940 Oh my god! 989 00:49:05,203 --> 00:49:07,945 Ah, it's the best hot chocolate in the state! 990 00:49:07,988 --> 00:49:10,121 - The best I've ever had. - I'm... I'm shocked. 991 00:49:10,164 --> 00:49:12,862 I... I was so rude to you the other day. 992 00:49:12,906 --> 00:49:15,213 - Well, yes. - But I wasn't gonna let that, 993 00:49:15,256 --> 00:49:17,911 uh, keep me from being an honest judge. 994 00:49:17,955 --> 00:49:19,217 And... 995 00:49:19,260 --> 00:49:22,263 ...in fact, I think you have a nice laugh. 996 00:49:22,307 --> 00:49:24,700 Thank you! 997 00:49:24,744 --> 00:49:26,006 Finally, the gold! 998 00:49:26,050 --> 00:49:27,007 Mwah! 999 00:49:28,835 --> 00:49:30,271 I propose we all go to dinner and celebrate. 1000 00:49:30,315 --> 00:49:31,620 All of us. 1001 00:49:31,664 --> 00:49:33,100 How about we just make it the four of you? 1002 00:49:33,144 --> 00:49:34,580 I have plans. 1003 00:49:34,623 --> 00:49:35,798 You have plans? 1004 00:49:35,842 --> 00:49:37,235 Yes, plans. 1005 00:49:38,540 --> 00:49:39,977 Savannah, how about we go back to Auntie's, yeah? 1006 00:49:40,020 --> 00:49:40,978 Yeah. 1007 00:49:41,021 --> 00:49:42,544 - Congrats, Mom. - You deserve it. 1008 00:49:44,546 --> 00:49:47,593 Shall we? 1009 00:49:52,076 --> 00:49:53,729 Shall we? 1010 00:49:53,773 --> 00:50:04,958 ♪ 1011 00:50:15,751 --> 00:50:20,974 ♪ 1012 00:50:24,325 --> 00:50:26,719 Ah, to Lynn! 1013 00:50:26,762 --> 00:50:28,329 First prize, and well deserved. 1014 00:50:28,373 --> 00:50:29,374 Darn right! 1015 00:50:29,417 --> 00:50:30,897 Congratulations. 1016 00:50:30,940 --> 00:50:32,725 - Thank you. - So happy for you. 1017 00:50:34,901 --> 00:50:36,946 So General, how do you usually spend your Christmas? 1018 00:50:36,990 --> 00:50:40,646 - I usually spend it alone. - Alone? 1019 00:50:40,689 --> 00:50:42,735 Well, it's not as bad as it sounds. 1020 00:50:42,778 --> 00:50:45,216 I'm surrounded by people every day of the week. 1021 00:50:45,259 --> 00:50:50,177 Sometimes that's a nice time to be... alone. 1022 00:50:50,221 --> 00:50:54,964 Well, you're not spending it alone again this year! 1023 00:50:55,008 --> 00:50:57,141 Is that an invitation? 1024 00:50:57,184 --> 00:51:00,100 Perhaps it is. 1025 00:51:00,144 --> 00:51:01,928 Mm. 1026 00:51:01,971 --> 00:51:03,234 All right, who is next? 1027 00:51:03,277 --> 00:51:05,018 We need to keep the Christmas spirit going! 1028 00:51:05,062 --> 00:51:06,367 Do you want some bread? 1029 00:51:06,411 --> 00:51:07,760 - Oh, I'm okay. - Anyone? 1030 00:51:08,804 --> 00:51:10,893 Chloe Marquee, is that you? 1031 00:51:10,937 --> 00:51:12,852 It is! 1032 00:51:12,895 --> 00:51:15,159 Chloe, how about another rendition of your favorite 1033 00:51:15,202 --> 00:51:17,117 - Christmas song, huh? - No, no, no, no. 1034 00:51:17,161 --> 00:51:18,901 That was one-time thing, no. 1035 00:51:18,945 --> 00:51:20,425 Duh, duh, duh, duh, duh, don't be shy. 1036 00:51:20,468 --> 00:51:23,689 You are fantastic. Come on up here! 1037 00:51:23,732 --> 00:51:26,344 - Hold on. Are you... - Are you a regular here? 1038 00:51:26,387 --> 00:51:28,128 No. I was... 1039 00:51:28,172 --> 00:51:29,999 volunteering for a fundraiser last week. 1040 00:51:30,043 --> 00:51:31,827 And every time someone went up and sang, 1041 00:51:31,871 --> 00:51:34,265 they doubled their donations, so... 1042 00:51:34,308 --> 00:51:36,789 Why am I not surprised? 1043 00:51:36,832 --> 00:51:38,399 She has a beautiful voice. 1044 00:51:38,443 --> 00:51:41,098 Mom, please don't encourage him. 1045 00:51:41,141 --> 00:51:42,447 Well, let's hear it. 1046 00:51:42,490 --> 00:51:43,883 Not a chance. 1047 00:51:43,926 --> 00:51:46,407 Oh, come on. 1048 00:51:46,451 --> 00:51:47,930 You know, I've heard Michael sing 1049 00:51:47,974 --> 00:51:50,194 when I toured his base in Afghanistan. 1050 00:51:50,237 --> 00:51:51,717 He's very good as well. 1051 00:51:51,760 --> 00:51:53,458 Oh, let's hear it! 1052 00:51:53,501 --> 00:51:55,460 Not a chance. 1053 00:51:57,157 --> 00:51:58,245 - Come on! - Come on! 1054 00:51:58,289 --> 00:51:59,812 - Get up there. - Let's go. 1055 00:52:03,032 --> 00:52:05,818 - You! - Get up there, come on! 1056 00:52:07,124 --> 00:52:13,869 ♪ 1057 00:52:13,913 --> 00:52:18,309 ♪ Silent night 1058 00:52:18,352 --> 00:52:23,183 ♪ Holy night 1059 00:52:23,227 --> 00:52:26,839 ♪ All is calm 1060 00:52:26,882 --> 00:52:28,145 ♪ All is calm 1061 00:52:28,188 --> 00:52:32,888 ♪ All is bright 1062 00:52:32,932 --> 00:52:37,371 ♪ Round yon virgin 1063 00:52:37,415 --> 00:52:42,202 ♪ Mother and Child 1064 00:52:42,246 --> 00:52:46,163 ♪ Holy infant 1065 00:52:46,206 --> 00:52:51,820 ♪ So tender and mild 1066 00:52:51,864 --> 00:52:57,870 ♪ Sleep in heavenly peace 1067 00:53:01,178 --> 00:53:07,140 ♪ Sleep in heavenly peace 1068 00:53:07,184 --> 00:53:14,800 ♪ 1069 00:53:14,843 --> 00:53:20,197 ♪ Sleep in heavenly... 1070 00:53:21,459 --> 00:53:26,159 ♪ ...peace 1071 00:53:36,169 --> 00:53:39,172 - Ah. - Like, for real real, 1072 00:53:39,216 --> 00:53:41,043 that was fantastic. 1073 00:53:42,262 --> 00:53:44,395 - A little rusty. - Nonsense. 1074 00:53:44,438 --> 00:53:46,571 Your voices are perfect together. 1075 00:53:46,614 --> 00:53:49,356 In fact, I think the two of you would make a perfect... 1076 00:53:49,400 --> 00:53:50,618 Mom! 1077 00:53:54,448 --> 00:53:57,016 Chloe, I have an idea about this party. 1078 00:53:57,059 --> 00:53:58,887 I think we should hire a Santa. 1079 00:53:58,931 --> 00:54:00,889 Kids should receive their gifts from him. 1080 00:54:00,933 --> 00:54:03,240 I'll, uh, secure a hangar on base. 1081 00:54:03,283 --> 00:54:04,589 We'll have lots of decorations, 1082 00:54:04,632 --> 00:54:06,808 the likes of which no one has ever seen before. 1083 00:54:06,852 --> 00:54:10,247 We'll have Santa's chair, Christmas tree, the whole works. 1084 00:54:10,290 --> 00:54:11,900 I... I think it's a great idea. 1085 00:54:11,944 --> 00:54:14,338 I'm just not really sure we have the budget for that. 1086 00:54:14,381 --> 00:54:16,905 Well, you keep rubbing the elbows and I'll do the same. 1087 00:54:16,949 --> 00:54:18,951 This is too important. 1088 00:54:18,994 --> 00:54:22,346 I want this to be the best Christmas party ever. 1089 00:54:24,348 --> 00:54:25,914 - Okay. - I mean, I don't know how 1090 00:54:25,958 --> 00:54:28,134 we're gonna pull this off, but, uh... 1091 00:54:28,177 --> 00:54:30,658 I say let's do it. 1092 00:54:30,702 --> 00:54:32,007 As do I. 1093 00:54:32,051 --> 00:54:33,139 All right! 1094 00:54:33,182 --> 00:54:35,141 To Operation Santa Claus. 1095 00:54:36,098 --> 00:54:37,143 To Operation Santa Claus. 1096 00:54:38,187 --> 00:54:39,667 - Here, here. - Cheers! 1097 00:54:47,458 --> 00:54:48,676 Yeah, come in! 1098 00:54:53,333 --> 00:54:54,508 - Hey. - Hey! 1099 00:54:54,552 --> 00:54:56,554 What are you doing? 1100 00:54:56,597 --> 00:54:58,643 This house needs more help acclimating than I do. 1101 00:55:00,166 --> 00:55:01,298 Here, take a look. 1102 00:55:01,341 --> 00:55:03,996 - Oh, wow. - That's fantastic! 1103 00:55:04,039 --> 00:55:05,432 Savannah's corralling her friends to help put them up 1104 00:55:05,476 --> 00:55:07,608 all over town and I'm gonna... 1105 00:55:07,652 --> 00:55:09,001 Wait, what are those? 1106 00:55:09,044 --> 00:55:11,177 Uh, yeah, I found them in the attic. 1107 00:55:11,220 --> 00:55:15,181 Well, now you've got no excuse, Mister. 1108 00:55:15,224 --> 00:55:17,183 Oh, wow, thank you. 1109 00:55:17,226 --> 00:55:18,271 That's... that's awesome. 1110 00:55:20,534 --> 00:55:21,970 Let's decorate. 1111 00:55:27,976 --> 00:55:34,113 ♪ 1112 00:55:34,156 --> 00:55:36,158 Yay! 1113 00:55:36,202 --> 00:55:37,029 Ah! 1114 00:55:37,072 --> 00:55:38,422 It's so pretty. 1115 00:55:38,465 --> 00:55:41,338 ♪ 1116 00:55:42,469 --> 00:55:43,383 - Whoa. - Yeah? 1117 00:55:43,427 --> 00:55:45,167 - Whoa! - Aah! 1118 00:55:48,997 --> 00:55:56,483 ♪ 1119 00:55:56,527 --> 00:55:59,051 Well? 1120 00:55:59,094 --> 00:56:02,576 - It is not a house anymore. - It's a home. 1121 00:56:04,491 --> 00:56:07,625 So do all returning vets get this much attention? 1122 00:56:07,668 --> 00:56:10,018 Only the most serious cases. 1123 00:56:10,062 --> 00:56:12,673 Well, guess you better stay on it a little while longer. 1124 00:56:12,717 --> 00:56:14,109 - Oh, yeah. - I think we're at 1125 00:56:14,153 --> 00:56:15,720 the most critical juncture. 1126 00:56:15,763 --> 00:56:20,464 ♪ 1127 00:56:20,507 --> 00:56:25,425 Christmas snow would make this perfect. 1128 00:56:25,469 --> 00:56:27,340 I'll put it on my list to Santa. 1129 00:56:30,430 --> 00:56:31,562 All right. 1130 00:56:33,259 --> 00:56:35,174 Here we go. 1131 00:56:35,217 --> 00:56:38,177 ♪ 1132 00:56:38,220 --> 00:56:39,744 Oh, wow. 1133 00:56:39,787 --> 00:56:48,753 ♪ 1134 00:56:50,711 --> 00:56:54,062 ♪ 1135 00:56:54,106 --> 00:56:56,761 Just the two I'm looking for. 1136 00:56:56,804 --> 00:56:59,285 Congratulations again, Lynn. 1137 00:56:59,328 --> 00:57:01,635 Poor Charlotte is still recovering. 1138 00:57:01,679 --> 00:57:04,812 Well, uh, I didn't mean to cause her any harm. 1139 00:57:04,856 --> 00:57:06,814 - Oh, nonsense. - It was time for a new champion. 1140 00:57:06,858 --> 00:57:08,468 Rightfully deserved. 1141 00:57:08,512 --> 00:57:11,558 Darn tootin'. 1142 00:57:11,602 --> 00:57:13,517 What can we do for you, Mayor? 1143 00:57:13,560 --> 00:57:15,519 This whole Operation Santa Claus 1144 00:57:15,562 --> 00:57:17,608 has really galvanized the town. 1145 00:57:17,651 --> 00:57:21,481 And I'd like to parlay that into a new Christmas tradition: 1146 00:57:21,525 --> 00:57:23,222 A town Christmas tree. 1147 00:57:23,265 --> 00:57:25,311 We could have a donation box or a sign with instructions 1148 00:57:25,354 --> 00:57:27,661 where people can give money to the toy drive. 1149 00:57:27,705 --> 00:57:29,097 I'll host, of course. 1150 00:57:29,141 --> 00:57:31,491 They don't call me the Jimmy Fallon of Maple Grove 1151 00:57:31,535 --> 00:57:33,624 for nothing. 1152 00:57:33,667 --> 00:57:35,626 - That's a great idea. - I mean... 1153 00:57:35,669 --> 00:57:39,151 Yeah, no, I... I think it's a wonderful idea. 1154 00:57:39,194 --> 00:57:42,502 Um, but in order to light the Christmas tree, 1155 00:57:42,546 --> 00:57:44,461 the town has to have one. 1156 00:57:45,766 --> 00:57:49,422 - Good point. - Well outside our budget. 1157 00:57:49,466 --> 00:57:51,511 I have an idea where we can find one. 1158 00:57:51,555 --> 00:57:52,817 It won't cost us anything. 1159 00:57:52,860 --> 00:57:54,601 I like the sound of that. 1160 00:57:54,645 --> 00:57:56,124 Where? 1161 00:57:56,168 --> 00:57:58,344 I'll show ya. Come on. 1162 00:57:58,387 --> 00:57:59,476 Okay. 1163 00:58:01,260 --> 00:58:02,653 So are we just supposed to 1164 00:58:02,696 --> 00:58:04,698 drag one of these back by ourselves? 1165 00:58:04,742 --> 00:58:08,180 I contacted a tree company who's donating their services. 1166 00:58:10,487 --> 00:58:13,577 All right, well, this is the one I'm thinking. 1167 00:58:13,620 --> 00:58:16,057 It's huge! 1168 00:58:16,101 --> 00:58:18,364 Few trees die from old age. 1169 00:58:18,407 --> 00:58:21,846 They die from disease and, among other things, people. 1170 00:58:21,889 --> 00:58:23,500 This one's dying from the stress of the wind 1171 00:58:23,543 --> 00:58:24,805 that's coming in from the valley. 1172 00:58:24,849 --> 00:58:28,679 So... if we can repot it, move it into town, 1173 00:58:28,722 --> 00:58:33,161 it could be their Christmas tree for years to come. 1174 00:58:33,205 --> 00:58:34,380 Trunk's a little crooked, but... 1175 00:58:34,423 --> 00:58:36,513 No, it gives it character. 1176 00:58:36,556 --> 00:58:38,340 It's perfect. 1177 00:58:38,384 --> 00:58:40,299 Oh, no. Ah. 1178 00:58:40,342 --> 00:58:42,693 We... we can't use it. 1179 00:58:42,736 --> 00:58:45,870 - Why not? - So this? 1180 00:58:48,176 --> 00:58:51,571 It's called a red sun bloom, and it's extremely rare. 1181 00:58:51,615 --> 00:58:53,268 They sometimes grow in the winter if they have enough 1182 00:58:53,312 --> 00:58:56,663 protection from the wind, and this tree's protecting it. 1183 00:58:56,707 --> 00:58:58,709 So what you're saying is if... if we take this tree, 1184 00:58:58,752 --> 00:59:00,624 it's gonna die? 1185 00:59:00,667 --> 00:59:02,539 Yeah, most likely. 1186 00:59:02,582 --> 00:59:06,238 The whole legend about this flower... they say it represents 1187 00:59:06,281 --> 00:59:09,502 love and revival under the harshest of circumstances. 1188 00:59:09,546 --> 00:59:11,591 I mean, it's a... it's a metaphor. 1189 00:59:11,635 --> 00:59:14,768 Everyone's duty to protect the less fortunate. 1190 00:59:14,812 --> 00:59:17,205 - You're kidding. - It's... it's ironic, isn't it? 1191 00:59:17,249 --> 00:59:21,253 I mean, us helping others, us finding this flower? 1192 00:59:21,296 --> 00:59:22,820 Yeah, it's like we were... 1193 00:59:22,863 --> 00:59:24,735 like we were supposed to find it. 1194 00:59:24,778 --> 00:59:27,694 It's proof that love can survive anything. 1195 00:59:31,959 --> 00:59:35,267 Well, we're just gonna have to unfortunately find another tree. 1196 00:59:36,529 --> 00:59:38,400 Got ya! 1197 00:59:38,444 --> 00:59:40,446 You! I believed you! 1198 00:59:40,489 --> 00:59:42,361 Aah! 1199 00:59:42,404 --> 00:59:43,536 It's a good story, though, isn't it? 1200 00:59:43,580 --> 00:59:45,320 I will seriously get you for this! 1201 00:59:52,937 --> 00:59:54,895 I think it is hilarious. 1202 00:59:54,939 --> 00:59:56,462 He's flirting. 1203 00:59:57,985 --> 01:00:00,597 I told you, he's in love with someone else. 1204 01:00:00,640 --> 01:00:02,773 - Ah, excuse me, Chloe? - Yes, hi. 1205 01:00:02,816 --> 01:00:05,602 - My name is Tina. - This is my daughter, Emmy. 1206 01:00:05,645 --> 01:00:06,907 Hey. 1207 01:00:06,951 --> 01:00:08,648 We just heard about Operation Santa Claus. 1208 01:00:08,692 --> 01:00:09,954 Oh, I'm so glad. 1209 01:00:09,997 --> 01:00:11,303 Um, things have been a little tough this year 1210 01:00:11,346 --> 01:00:14,262 - and we wanted to thank you. - You're welcome. 1211 01:00:14,306 --> 01:00:15,524 We also wanted to know 1212 01:00:15,568 --> 01:00:16,787 if there was anything we could to do help. 1213 01:00:16,830 --> 01:00:19,659 Ah, yeah, we could use all the help we can get. 1214 01:00:19,703 --> 01:00:22,270 How about helping us organize some of these new decorations? 1215 01:00:22,314 --> 01:00:25,970 Take these ornaments and go put it in that bin right there. 1216 01:00:26,013 --> 01:00:27,449 - Chloe? - Yeah? 1217 01:00:27,493 --> 01:00:28,712 I got another case for you. 1218 01:00:28,755 --> 01:00:30,452 He got back home in the last couple weeks. 1219 01:00:30,496 --> 01:00:31,758 What about Michael Fischer? 1220 01:00:31,802 --> 01:00:33,064 Oh, I know. 1221 01:00:33,107 --> 01:00:34,848 Operation Santa Claus is the talk of the town. 1222 01:00:34,892 --> 01:00:37,372 I've read your report and he seems more than capable of 1223 01:00:37,416 --> 01:00:38,765 spearheading it from here on out. 1224 01:00:38,809 --> 01:00:40,332 I think he's still hurting, Doug. 1225 01:00:40,375 --> 01:00:41,942 Look, there's something I have not cracked about him 1226 01:00:41,986 --> 01:00:44,292 and I really wanna see it through. 1227 01:00:44,336 --> 01:00:45,685 I understand, but you don't have to 1228 01:00:45,729 --> 01:00:46,991 spend every day with him. 1229 01:00:47,034 --> 01:00:48,601 And you're gonna have to let go of 1230 01:00:48,645 --> 01:00:49,950 some of this volunteer work, too. 1231 01:00:49,994 --> 01:00:51,691 You're too important here. 1232 01:00:53,214 --> 01:00:55,347 Listen, you understand this more than anybody 1233 01:00:55,390 --> 01:00:58,045 how difficult it is for these soldiers transitioning back home 1234 01:00:58,089 --> 01:01:00,526 for the first time. They need you. 1235 01:01:01,701 --> 01:01:03,834 - All right? - I gotta get this. 1236 01:01:06,663 --> 01:01:08,490 - Chloe? - Yes? 1237 01:01:08,534 --> 01:01:09,840 Great work. 1238 01:01:12,625 --> 01:01:14,366 Thanks. 1239 01:01:22,069 --> 01:01:34,038 ♪ 1240 01:01:36,562 --> 01:01:38,738 - Michael? - Hey, are we still on? 1241 01:01:38,782 --> 01:01:42,046 - Oh, I'm so sorry. - I got swamped and... 1242 01:01:44,570 --> 01:01:45,832 What's wrong? 1243 01:01:45,876 --> 01:01:47,747 Oh, uh, my boss reassigned me to a new case, 1244 01:01:47,791 --> 01:01:51,577 says I'm spending too much time on Operation Santa Claus. 1245 01:01:51,620 --> 01:01:53,753 Well, I thought that was your job, you know? 1246 01:01:53,797 --> 01:01:56,756 Seeing me through this difficult time? 1247 01:01:56,800 --> 01:01:58,062 Mission accomplished. 1248 01:01:58,105 --> 01:02:00,891 At least, that's what he thinks, anyway. 1249 01:02:00,934 --> 01:02:02,240 And you? 1250 01:02:03,720 --> 01:02:05,547 I think you're doing great. 1251 01:02:05,591 --> 01:02:07,898 And, uh, you're gonna have to see it through on your own. 1252 01:02:12,816 --> 01:02:14,600 I gotta get this, sorry. 1253 01:02:22,216 --> 01:02:31,617 ♪ 1254 01:02:34,315 --> 01:02:45,718 ♪ 1255 01:02:46,850 --> 01:02:47,894 Miss Marquee? 1256 01:02:47,938 --> 01:02:50,723 Oh, Chloe. Please. 1257 01:02:50,767 --> 01:02:51,637 - Hi. - Hi. 1258 01:02:51,680 --> 01:02:53,247 Have a seat. 1259 01:02:55,684 --> 01:02:57,817 - Welcome home! - Thank you. 1260 01:02:57,861 --> 01:02:59,732 - How are you doing? - I'm good. 1261 01:02:59,776 --> 01:03:02,822 Uh, it's been a bit of a challenge so far, but, um, 1262 01:03:02,866 --> 01:03:04,128 I'm good. 1263 01:03:04,171 --> 01:03:05,259 Yeah, I, uh... I went through the same thing 1264 01:03:05,303 --> 01:03:07,740 a little over a year ago, so I understand. 1265 01:03:07,784 --> 01:03:08,785 Yeah. 1266 01:03:08,828 --> 01:03:09,873 Do you have family here? 1267 01:03:09,916 --> 01:03:10,874 No, no, they're actually not here. 1268 01:03:10,917 --> 01:03:12,310 They're in California. 1269 01:03:12,353 --> 01:03:14,834 And, uh, it looks I'll be spending my holidays here. 1270 01:03:14,878 --> 01:03:16,140 I'm sorry. 1271 01:03:16,183 --> 01:03:17,837 That... that can definitely make the transition 1272 01:03:17,881 --> 01:03:19,317 a little bit more difficult. 1273 01:03:19,360 --> 01:03:21,580 Yeah, I guess that's why I'm here. 1274 01:03:21,623 --> 01:03:23,669 Um... well, I mean, I feel good, excited. 1275 01:03:23,712 --> 01:03:24,975 It's just that I feel like I could use 1276 01:03:25,018 --> 01:03:26,715 a little bit more of a direction. 1277 01:03:26,759 --> 01:03:27,847 Well, have you thought about maybe 1278 01:03:27,891 --> 01:03:29,109 what kind of work you'd like to do? 1279 01:03:29,153 --> 01:03:30,284 Well, um, one of the things 1280 01:03:30,328 --> 01:03:32,678 I wanted to get into was volunteering. 1281 01:03:32,721 --> 01:03:36,073 Um, something specifically for, like, underprivileged children? 1282 01:03:36,116 --> 01:03:38,118 Like maybe a toy drive or something? 1283 01:03:38,162 --> 01:03:39,946 I know it sounds silly, right? 1284 01:03:39,990 --> 01:03:41,643 Uh, no, it doesn't. 1285 01:03:41,687 --> 01:03:43,123 - Um, are you kidding? - No, no. 1286 01:03:43,167 --> 01:03:46,170 Actually, um, that's always been a soft spot for me. 1287 01:03:46,213 --> 01:03:48,737 But I don't suppose that's what you do here, though, is it? 1288 01:03:48,781 --> 01:03:51,262 Because I feel like that's exactly what I need in order to 1289 01:03:51,305 --> 01:03:53,351 get acclimated back into civilian life. 1290 01:03:55,832 --> 01:03:56,876 What a coincidence. 1291 01:04:00,097 --> 01:04:01,881 Santa is gonna give pictures of the kids. 1292 01:04:04,710 --> 01:04:06,886 You! 1293 01:04:06,930 --> 01:04:08,714 It's... it's... it's a small world. 1294 01:04:08,757 --> 01:04:09,846 What can I say? 1295 01:04:09,889 --> 01:04:11,325 Pat and I go way back. 1296 01:04:11,369 --> 01:04:13,240 Wait, you guys were both in on this? 1297 01:04:13,284 --> 01:04:15,808 - I plead the Fifth. - But I meant what I said. 1298 01:04:15,852 --> 01:04:18,202 And I'd love to get involved with Operation Santa Claus. 1299 01:04:18,245 --> 01:04:19,377 - Chloe. - Doug? 1300 01:04:19,420 --> 01:04:21,727 - How's it going? - It couldn't be better. 1301 01:04:21,770 --> 01:04:22,859 This is Lieutenant Harlan. 1302 01:04:22,902 --> 01:04:24,817 I have found the perfect thing for him, 1303 01:04:24,861 --> 01:04:27,037 and I will personally oversee his progress. 1304 01:04:27,080 --> 01:04:28,952 Well, great. Lieutenant, you're in good hands. 1305 01:04:28,995 --> 01:04:30,127 Thank you. 1306 01:04:34,261 --> 01:04:36,437 - Thanks. - You're welcome. 1307 01:04:44,184 --> 01:04:51,017 ♪ 1308 01:04:51,061 --> 01:04:52,889 Here, try the hot chocolate. 1309 01:04:52,932 --> 01:04:54,978 Then tell my mom it's the best hot chocolate you've ever had. 1310 01:04:55,021 --> 01:04:56,936 Um, thank you, but I'm... I'm sorry, I can't... 1311 01:04:56,980 --> 01:04:58,938 It's... it's on the house. 1312 01:04:58,982 --> 01:05:01,332 Um, you're so kind. 1313 01:05:01,375 --> 01:05:04,857 Um, is the North Pole okay? 1314 01:05:06,859 --> 01:05:09,035 It'll find its way. 1315 01:05:09,079 --> 01:05:10,819 Okay, great. 1316 01:05:10,863 --> 01:05:12,212 Okay, let's get our hot chocolate. 1317 01:05:15,476 --> 01:05:20,046 You really do spend half your day volunteering for one thing 1318 01:05:20,090 --> 01:05:21,656 or another, don't you? 1319 01:05:21,700 --> 01:05:25,051 According to my boss, most of the day, yeah. 1320 01:05:25,095 --> 01:05:27,445 - What about time for yourself? - Huh? 1321 01:05:27,488 --> 01:05:29,751 Family and friends? 1322 01:05:29,795 --> 01:05:31,014 Relationship? 1323 01:05:33,059 --> 01:05:34,278 I manage. 1324 01:05:37,063 --> 01:05:38,151 Why so much? 1325 01:05:38,195 --> 01:05:39,979 I mean, I... I... I think it's great, 1326 01:05:40,023 --> 01:05:43,374 but... don't you worry about burnout? 1327 01:05:43,417 --> 01:05:46,464 You asked what my purpose was when I came back. 1328 01:05:46,507 --> 01:05:50,772 I was deployed to so many places around the world and... 1329 01:05:50,816 --> 01:05:52,992 saw just how little they had. 1330 01:05:53,036 --> 01:05:57,779 You know, I... I wanted to make a difference. 1331 01:05:57,823 --> 01:05:59,129 Makes sense. 1332 01:05:59,172 --> 01:06:00,782 It's funny, 'cause when I'd be home on leave, 1333 01:06:00,826 --> 01:06:04,308 people would always thank me for my service. 1334 01:06:04,351 --> 01:06:05,962 And I don't know, I just... 1335 01:06:06,005 --> 01:06:08,312 I never thought of it that way, you know? 1336 01:06:08,355 --> 01:06:13,926 The... the Army, this... this country has given me so much. 1337 01:06:13,970 --> 01:06:16,494 I'm the one who feels thankful. 1338 01:06:16,537 --> 01:06:18,409 Paying it forward. 1339 01:06:18,452 --> 01:06:20,063 So to speak, yeah. 1340 01:06:21,586 --> 01:06:23,805 What about... what about a family? 1341 01:06:26,939 --> 01:06:28,114 Someday. 1342 01:06:28,158 --> 01:06:30,508 When it's right. 1343 01:06:30,551 --> 01:06:33,119 What about you? 1344 01:06:33,163 --> 01:06:34,816 Someday. 1345 01:06:34,860 --> 01:06:38,124 When it's right. 1346 01:06:38,168 --> 01:06:39,996 Is that what she wants, too? 1347 01:06:42,433 --> 01:06:43,869 Who? 1348 01:06:43,912 --> 01:06:47,003 The, uh... the woman that you're in love with. 1349 01:06:49,831 --> 01:06:51,398 In... in love with? 1350 01:06:51,442 --> 01:06:53,357 What's her name? 1351 01:06:53,400 --> 01:06:54,880 Her name? 1352 01:06:54,923 --> 01:06:58,014 ♪ 1353 01:06:58,057 --> 01:07:00,320 You mean... 1354 01:07:00,364 --> 01:07:01,495 That's... that's funny. 1355 01:07:01,539 --> 01:07:06,239 Uh, her name is... is Otter. 1356 01:07:08,937 --> 01:07:10,156 - Otter? - Yeah. 1357 01:07:10,200 --> 01:07:11,984 When she, uh... when she sleeps on her back, 1358 01:07:12,028 --> 01:07:15,074 her feet fold over like an otter. 1359 01:07:15,118 --> 01:07:16,293 That's how she got her name. 1360 01:07:17,946 --> 01:07:18,817 Otter. 1361 01:07:18,860 --> 01:07:20,340 My Army dog. 1362 01:07:22,864 --> 01:07:24,040 Army dog. 1363 01:07:24,083 --> 01:07:25,215 Yes. 1364 01:07:26,955 --> 01:07:29,132 So, um, you thought... 1365 01:07:29,175 --> 01:07:30,394 No, no. 1366 01:07:30,437 --> 01:07:32,918 No, no, no. The... the... the German shepherd 1367 01:07:32,961 --> 01:07:34,398 that I saw in the photos, yeah. 1368 01:07:34,441 --> 01:07:37,096 No, I, um, uh... I, um... 1369 01:07:37,140 --> 01:07:39,533 I was just teasing. I, um... can you excuse me? 1370 01:07:39,577 --> 01:07:42,580 I... I have to... I have to go, so... 1371 01:07:44,538 --> 01:07:47,063 You... I'll finish here. 1372 01:07:54,461 --> 01:07:56,550 I'm afraid you have me at a disadvantage, Chloe. 1373 01:07:56,594 --> 01:07:58,291 That's well outside my protocol. 1374 01:07:58,335 --> 01:08:00,424 Well, I understand, but I did a little research. 1375 01:08:00,467 --> 01:08:02,382 And Otter's been in the service for 10 years. 1376 01:08:02,426 --> 01:08:05,037 All 10 of those were with Captain Fischer. 1377 01:08:05,081 --> 01:08:07,300 She's gotta be going through the same withdrawal as he is. 1378 01:08:07,344 --> 01:08:10,434 A highly trained dog like Otter is a high commodity. 1379 01:08:10,477 --> 01:08:13,219 If the Army saw fit to keep her in service, 1380 01:08:13,263 --> 01:08:15,003 they're gonna stand firm on that. 1381 01:08:19,617 --> 01:08:21,662 You're fond of him, aren't you? 1382 01:08:21,706 --> 01:08:23,577 Michael. 1383 01:08:23,621 --> 01:08:25,449 I just want him to have a good Christmas. 1384 01:08:25,492 --> 01:08:27,103 He's earned that. 1385 01:08:27,146 --> 01:08:30,280 And, uh... yeah, I am. 1386 01:08:35,502 --> 01:08:37,591 All right, I'll make the call. 1387 01:08:37,635 --> 01:08:41,421 But I've already used a lot of capital on your other request. 1388 01:08:41,465 --> 01:08:43,728 Is there any update on that? 1389 01:08:43,771 --> 01:08:46,122 No, but I'm still trying. 1390 01:08:46,165 --> 01:08:47,645 You haven't said anything to Savannah. 1391 01:08:47,688 --> 01:08:49,647 Oh, no, I wouldn't wanna get her hopes up like that. 1392 01:08:51,736 --> 01:08:54,478 Chloe, sometimes I worry you're getting your hopes up. 1393 01:08:54,521 --> 01:08:56,654 Hmph. 1394 01:08:56,697 --> 01:08:58,308 Me too. 1395 01:09:00,092 --> 01:09:02,225 Well, you know what, General? 1396 01:09:02,268 --> 01:09:05,228 - We just need a miracle. - Or two. 1397 01:09:16,761 --> 01:09:19,677 I think Santa is going to have a very busy night. 1398 01:09:23,637 --> 01:09:25,117 Are you okay? 1399 01:09:25,161 --> 01:09:29,643 ♪ 1400 01:09:29,687 --> 01:09:34,213 - It's from Amber Dunlap. - She wants a Raggedy Panda. 1401 01:09:34,257 --> 01:09:36,476 Hm. I don't know what a Raggedy Panda is. 1402 01:09:36,520 --> 01:09:38,086 It's a stuffed animal. 1403 01:09:38,130 --> 01:09:40,219 They all have funny faces and long hair, 1404 01:09:40,263 --> 01:09:42,743 and they only eat vegetables. 1405 01:09:42,787 --> 01:09:44,702 Ah, do you have it on your list? 1406 01:09:46,225 --> 01:09:48,532 Okay, well, then what's wrong? You look sad. 1407 01:09:48,575 --> 01:09:51,056 I asked for a Raggedy Panda last year. 1408 01:09:51,099 --> 01:09:53,363 My mom and dad told me they couldn't find it anywhere, 1409 01:09:53,406 --> 01:09:55,103 which was okay. 1410 01:09:55,147 --> 01:09:57,367 Every kid wanted one, so they were hard to get. 1411 01:09:57,410 --> 01:09:59,630 But when I woke up Christmas morning, 1412 01:09:59,673 --> 01:10:02,285 there it was under the tree! 1413 01:10:02,328 --> 01:10:04,548 Your parents must've worked really hard for that. 1414 01:10:04,591 --> 01:10:07,507 - It wasn't them. - It was Santa. 1415 01:10:07,551 --> 01:10:11,381 It was the only thing on my list and Santa got it for me. 1416 01:10:11,424 --> 01:10:15,385 He's clever that way, huh? 1417 01:10:15,428 --> 01:10:18,388 I only have one thing on my list this year. 1418 01:10:20,781 --> 01:10:22,087 Sweetie... 1419 01:10:22,130 --> 01:10:26,222 I wrote a letter to Santa... the real Santa. 1420 01:10:26,265 --> 01:10:28,746 I told him all about Operation Santa Claus 1421 01:10:28,789 --> 01:10:30,704 and how we're helping him so that way, 1422 01:10:30,748 --> 01:10:34,273 it'll be easy for him to deliver all the presents. 1423 01:10:34,317 --> 01:10:36,232 And that way, he'll have enough time 1424 01:10:36,275 --> 01:10:38,408 to bring my mommy and daddy home. 1425 01:10:40,975 --> 01:10:43,848 I think that's a really tall order for Santa to fulfill 1426 01:10:43,891 --> 01:10:46,546 that kind of wish, Sweetie. 1427 01:10:46,590 --> 01:10:48,896 I thought so. 1428 01:10:48,940 --> 01:10:51,551 Oh, honey, I know it's hard, okay? 1429 01:10:51,595 --> 01:10:53,249 But think about this: 1430 01:10:53,292 --> 01:10:55,860 You and I would have never become such good friends. 1431 01:10:55,903 --> 01:10:58,602 And that is the greatest Christmas gift 1432 01:10:58,645 --> 01:11:00,908 I could ever have. 1433 01:11:00,952 --> 01:11:03,215 I'm glad we're friends, too. 1434 01:11:03,259 --> 01:11:04,869 ♪ 1435 01:11:04,912 --> 01:11:07,350 You have two very lucky parents. 1436 01:11:07,393 --> 01:11:16,881 ♪ 1437 01:11:19,666 --> 01:11:28,284 ♪ 1438 01:11:28,327 --> 01:11:29,763 So he can be there by 5:00? 1439 01:11:29,807 --> 01:11:31,243 Any time you like? 1440 01:11:31,287 --> 01:11:33,245 - And he's good? - Oh, yeah. 1441 01:11:33,289 --> 01:11:34,638 He's the best Santa helper we've ever had. 1442 01:11:34,681 --> 01:11:37,467 - Everyone just loves him. - Okay, great. 1443 01:11:37,510 --> 01:11:39,164 I will send over all the details. 1444 01:11:39,207 --> 01:11:41,427 Oh, and don't forget, I'm gonna send the names of the kids, 1445 01:11:41,471 --> 01:11:43,560 the presents they asked for, and then a few photos 1446 01:11:43,603 --> 01:11:45,344 so he can recognize a few of them by sight. 1447 01:11:45,388 --> 01:11:47,651 - Oh, he'll be thrilled. - I'll look for your email. 1448 01:11:47,694 --> 01:11:49,305 - Thank you so much. - All right, great, thank you. 1449 01:11:49,348 --> 01:11:50,871 - Bye bye. - Hey, Chloe. 1450 01:11:50,915 --> 01:11:52,656 What's the status on Lieutenant Harlan? 1451 01:11:52,699 --> 01:11:55,398 I will have a report on your desk tomorrow. 1452 01:11:55,441 --> 01:11:56,660 I gotta run. Sorry! 1453 01:12:04,711 --> 01:12:13,807 ♪ 1454 01:12:13,851 --> 01:12:16,027 We have less than 24 hours until the kids start lining up 1455 01:12:16,070 --> 01:12:17,724 to see Santa and receive their presents. 1456 01:12:17,768 --> 01:12:18,812 We're doing great. 1457 01:12:20,988 --> 01:12:23,817 - You're right. - I mean... look at this place. 1458 01:12:23,861 --> 01:12:25,645 It already looks incredible, so... 1459 01:12:25,689 --> 01:12:27,299 It does. 1460 01:12:27,343 --> 01:12:29,388 It really does. 1461 01:12:29,432 --> 01:12:33,349 Hey, this is Chloe? 1462 01:12:33,392 --> 01:12:34,698 Hi, this is Jena Walz. 1463 01:12:34,741 --> 01:12:36,439 I'm afraid Santa's reindeer 1464 01:12:36,482 --> 01:12:38,397 have come down with a wee bit of a cold 1465 01:12:38,441 --> 01:12:40,225 and will not be able to get Santa 1466 01:12:40,268 --> 01:12:42,532 to your Christmas Eve party tomorrow. 1467 01:12:42,575 --> 01:12:44,403 Oh, I'm... I'm sorry, what? 1468 01:12:44,447 --> 01:12:46,405 I know, he just called. 1469 01:12:46,449 --> 01:12:48,364 So Santa's not coming. 1470 01:12:48,407 --> 01:12:50,975 We apologize for any inconvenience. 1471 01:12:51,018 --> 01:12:52,542 Any inconvenience? 1472 01:12:52,585 --> 01:12:53,934 I... I... I'm sorry, I don't... I don't think you understand. 1473 01:12:53,978 --> 01:12:55,109 We have to have Santa. 1474 01:12:55,153 --> 01:12:56,981 I don't care if his reindeer are sick. 1475 01:12:57,024 --> 01:12:58,504 Fly Santa here on a magic carpet. 1476 01:12:58,548 --> 01:13:00,506 All our other Santas are booked right now. 1477 01:13:00,550 --> 01:13:02,769 But I do have you on a waiting list. 1478 01:13:02,813 --> 01:13:03,988 Christmas is tomorrow. 1479 01:13:04,031 --> 01:13:05,816 These kids are gonna be devastated. 1480 01:13:05,859 --> 01:13:08,906 - I'm sorry. - Merry Christmas. 1481 01:13:12,344 --> 01:13:13,954 I'm... I'm sorry. 1482 01:13:13,998 --> 01:13:15,303 Did that just happen? 1483 01:13:15,347 --> 01:13:17,305 - It did. - Uh, but it's okay. 1484 01:13:17,349 --> 01:13:18,872 We're gonna... Let's just talk this out. 1485 01:13:18,916 --> 01:13:20,439 Um... 1486 01:13:20,483 --> 01:13:22,049 Okay. 1487 01:13:22,093 --> 01:13:23,399 New objective. 1488 01:13:23,442 --> 01:13:26,750 Operation Find Santa. 1489 01:13:26,793 --> 01:13:28,316 I like it. 1490 01:13:28,360 --> 01:13:30,536 I'm gonna make some calls. 1491 01:13:30,580 --> 01:13:33,670 Find Santa. Find Santa. 1492 01:13:33,713 --> 01:13:35,672 Okay. Easy. 1493 01:13:46,944 --> 01:13:49,163 ♪ 1494 01:13:49,207 --> 01:13:50,600 Yes! 1495 01:13:50,643 --> 01:13:53,603 ♪ 1496 01:13:53,646 --> 01:13:55,953 - They're all here? - Every single of them. 1497 01:13:55,996 --> 01:13:57,607 - Santa didn't miss a thing. - Oh! 1498 01:13:57,650 --> 01:14:08,574 ♪ 1499 01:14:08,618 --> 01:14:09,619 Looks good. 1500 01:14:09,662 --> 01:14:11,577 Hey. 1501 01:14:11,621 --> 01:14:13,013 - Anything? - No. 1502 01:14:13,057 --> 01:14:15,538 I, uh, checked social media, called the agencies. 1503 01:14:15,581 --> 01:14:17,017 I even tried finding a Santa suit 1504 01:14:17,061 --> 01:14:18,932 that one of us could dress up in. 1505 01:14:18,976 --> 01:14:20,717 Nothing. 1506 01:14:20,760 --> 01:14:23,502 Well, we are running out of time. 1507 01:14:23,546 --> 01:14:27,158 - I don't know what to do. - I... I don't know. 1508 01:14:27,201 --> 01:14:31,597 We'll, uh... we'll just have to explain that it's a busy time 1509 01:14:31,641 --> 01:14:33,512 for Santa and that he can't make it in person. 1510 01:14:33,556 --> 01:14:36,515 I mean, the kids will understand, I think. 1511 01:14:36,559 --> 01:14:39,170 - Just won't be the same. - No, it won't. 1512 01:14:39,213 --> 01:14:44,523 But all things considered, I mean... 1513 01:14:44,567 --> 01:14:46,873 we've done a heck of a job, you know? 1514 01:14:46,917 --> 01:14:48,179 This is gonna be the best Christmas 1515 01:14:48,222 --> 01:14:49,702 these kids have ever had. 1516 01:14:49,746 --> 01:14:52,488 - Trust me. - Yeah. 1517 01:14:52,531 --> 01:14:53,967 Yeah, you know what? 1518 01:14:55,708 --> 01:14:56,840 You're right. 1519 01:14:58,232 --> 01:14:59,451 Your men did a good job. 1520 01:14:59,495 --> 01:15:00,974 It looks beautiful. 1521 01:15:04,238 --> 01:15:07,024 Uh... come on! 1522 01:15:07,067 --> 01:15:08,242 Okay. 1523 01:15:08,286 --> 01:15:11,202 Um... 1524 01:15:11,245 --> 01:15:13,813 I have an idea. 1525 01:15:13,857 --> 01:15:15,772 I'm guessing we overloaded the breakers. 1526 01:15:15,815 --> 01:15:17,991 No biggie. But... 1527 01:15:18,035 --> 01:15:19,906 it depends on whether we just tripped a circuit 1528 01:15:19,950 --> 01:15:21,647 - or damaged that. - What if it's damaged? 1529 01:15:21,691 --> 01:15:23,519 We won't be lucky enough to find enough generators 1530 01:15:23,562 --> 01:15:25,608 to power this hangar. 1531 01:15:26,739 --> 01:15:28,567 All right. 1532 01:15:28,611 --> 01:15:29,960 The main breaker. 1533 01:15:32,963 --> 01:15:37,228 All these tiny little atoms bouncing off of each other. 1534 01:15:37,271 --> 01:15:39,143 Invisible to the naked eye, 1535 01:15:39,186 --> 01:15:42,059 but powerful enough to turn 1536 01:15:42,102 --> 01:15:47,020 the darkness..into light. 1537 01:15:51,764 --> 01:15:54,027 - Okay. - That was it? 1538 01:15:54,071 --> 01:15:56,639 Add it to the list of miracles, General. 1539 01:15:56,682 --> 01:15:58,162 Well, huh! 1540 01:15:58,205 --> 01:16:02,862 Oh. General O'Toole? 1541 01:16:02,906 --> 01:16:06,562 Oh. Fantastic. 1542 01:16:06,605 --> 01:16:09,303 You're gonna make a lot of people very happy. 1543 01:16:09,347 --> 01:16:11,697 - Hey, come on. - I have a surprise for you. 1544 01:16:18,922 --> 01:16:21,577 Look who made it. 1545 01:16:21,620 --> 01:16:23,361 Ho, ho, ho! 1546 01:16:23,404 --> 01:16:25,189 What? 1547 01:16:25,232 --> 01:16:26,756 You're Chloe! 1548 01:16:26,799 --> 01:16:28,584 And Michael. 1549 01:16:28,627 --> 01:16:30,237 It's so good to meet you both. 1550 01:16:30,281 --> 01:16:31,761 I don't... I don't understand. 1551 01:16:31,804 --> 01:16:33,893 I was told there wasn't anyone available. 1552 01:16:33,937 --> 01:16:37,070 Well, I have to say it wasn't exactly easy. 1553 01:16:37,114 --> 01:16:39,682 But I'm glad to lend a helping hand. 1554 01:16:39,725 --> 01:16:42,641 By the way, Operation Santa Claus? 1555 01:16:42,685 --> 01:16:44,643 Brilliant! 1556 01:16:44,687 --> 01:16:47,080 Oh, do you mind if I use it next year? 1557 01:16:47,124 --> 01:16:49,779 The reindeer are getting frustrated by the work load. 1558 01:16:49,822 --> 01:16:51,650 Ho, ho, ho, ho! 1559 01:16:51,694 --> 01:16:53,739 Uh, yeah, it's... it's... it's all yours. 1560 01:16:53,783 --> 01:16:56,742 Um, come on, I'll show you where to get started. 1561 01:16:56,786 --> 01:16:57,874 Okay. 1562 01:16:59,223 --> 01:17:00,659 There. 1563 01:17:07,666 --> 01:17:09,886 - All right, guys, come on down. - And Santa's right there. 1564 01:17:09,929 --> 01:17:11,801 All right. Merry Christmas. 1565 01:17:11,844 --> 01:17:13,280 How you doin'? Great, great. 1566 01:17:22,028 --> 01:17:32,212 ♪ 1567 01:17:32,256 --> 01:17:33,823 Jason Fromm! 1568 01:17:35,825 --> 01:17:39,350 You've been such a good boy this year. 1569 01:17:39,393 --> 01:17:41,265 Merry Christmas, Jason. 1570 01:17:41,308 --> 01:17:49,403 ♪ 1571 01:17:49,447 --> 01:17:51,667 Now, I know you! 1572 01:17:51,710 --> 01:17:53,799 Emmy! 1573 01:17:53,843 --> 01:17:55,714 What do we have for you? 1574 01:17:55,758 --> 01:18:01,372 ♪ 1575 01:18:01,415 --> 01:18:05,028 Now let's not forget about your mother. 1576 01:18:05,071 --> 01:18:08,988 I don't think we have a gift for their moms, Santa. 1577 01:18:09,032 --> 01:18:12,209 I'm sure I saw one. 1578 01:18:12,252 --> 01:18:13,863 Down there. 1579 01:18:13,906 --> 01:18:21,392 ♪ 1580 01:18:21,435 --> 01:18:23,002 Don't be shy! 1581 01:18:23,046 --> 01:18:25,744 You do so very well by your daughter. 1582 01:18:25,788 --> 01:18:28,704 She is lucky to have a mother like you. 1583 01:18:28,747 --> 01:18:30,009 Merry Christmas. 1584 01:18:35,145 --> 01:18:38,888 Thank you, Santa. 1585 01:18:38,931 --> 01:18:40,759 You're welcome. 1586 01:18:40,803 --> 01:18:45,068 ♪ 1587 01:18:45,111 --> 01:18:47,026 I didn't think we got anything for the parents. 1588 01:18:47,070 --> 01:18:48,767 Yeah, I didn't either. 1589 01:18:48,811 --> 01:18:52,858 ♪ 1590 01:18:52,902 --> 01:18:55,339 Amber? 1591 01:18:55,382 --> 01:18:56,949 He is really good. 1592 01:18:56,993 --> 01:18:58,472 Merry Christmas. 1593 01:18:58,516 --> 01:19:02,215 How could he possibly remember so many names so quickly? 1594 01:19:02,259 --> 01:19:03,390 Yeah ...don't know. 1595 01:19:03,434 --> 01:19:05,784 I... yeah, there's a... there's a list or... 1596 01:19:05,828 --> 01:19:11,268 ♪ 1597 01:19:11,311 --> 01:19:13,792 - Santa? - Yes? 1598 01:19:13,836 --> 01:19:18,405 - Did you get my letter? - Of course I did. 1599 01:19:18,449 --> 01:19:22,845 I guess there was nothing you could do. 1600 01:19:22,888 --> 01:19:27,937 It's been a very busy time of year, Savannah. 1601 01:19:27,980 --> 01:19:29,373 I understand. 1602 01:19:36,075 --> 01:19:37,947 Oh my goodness. 1603 01:19:37,990 --> 01:19:39,862 Hey, is that really them? 1604 01:19:39,905 --> 01:19:41,254 Yeah. 1605 01:19:43,387 --> 01:19:50,786 ♪ 1606 01:19:50,829 --> 01:19:52,396 Look over there. 1607 01:19:54,006 --> 01:19:55,965 Oh, baby! 1608 01:19:56,008 --> 01:19:58,141 Mommy! Daddy! 1609 01:20:02,623 --> 01:20:04,190 Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho! 1610 01:20:11,981 --> 01:20:13,243 Welcome home, Mom. 1611 01:20:13,286 --> 01:20:21,077 ♪ 1612 01:20:21,120 --> 01:20:23,906 - Thank you. - You're welcome. 1613 01:20:23,949 --> 01:20:29,041 ♪ 1614 01:20:29,085 --> 01:20:30,956 How did you pull this off? 1615 01:20:31,000 --> 01:20:35,091 - Honestly? - I have no idea. 1616 01:20:36,483 --> 01:20:43,839 ♪ 1617 01:20:45,231 --> 01:20:49,061 ♪ 1618 01:20:49,105 --> 01:20:51,498 Merry Christmas! 1619 01:20:51,542 --> 01:20:52,630 Merry Christmas. 1620 01:21:08,037 --> 01:21:09,386 Bye, Santa! 1621 01:21:09,429 --> 01:21:11,040 You're welcome to stay. 1622 01:21:11,083 --> 01:21:12,476 Oh, thank you, Chloe. 1623 01:21:12,519 --> 01:21:15,131 But I have quite a busy night ahead of me. 1624 01:21:15,174 --> 01:21:17,350 You really saved the day. 1625 01:21:17,394 --> 01:21:19,744 Oh, no, no. 1626 01:21:19,787 --> 01:21:22,747 It is you who saved the day. 1627 01:21:22,790 --> 01:21:27,230 You know, the work I do isn't limited to just the elves 1628 01:21:27,273 --> 01:21:30,537 and gifts and sleigh ride every year. 1629 01:21:30,581 --> 01:21:34,454 It's also about inspiring people like yourself. 1630 01:21:34,498 --> 01:21:38,110 All your volunteer work, reuniting families, 1631 01:21:38,154 --> 01:21:41,809 all the work you do is an extension of me. 1632 01:21:41,853 --> 01:21:46,249 And I can't do that without people like you. 1633 01:21:46,292 --> 01:21:48,555 How do you know so much about me? 1634 01:21:48,599 --> 01:21:49,643 Oh! 1635 01:21:49,687 --> 01:21:53,386 Chloe, it's there for all to see. 1636 01:21:53,430 --> 01:21:57,173 Either way, that Christmas snow? 1637 01:21:57,216 --> 01:22:00,567 Still working on it. 1638 01:22:02,918 --> 01:22:04,832 Oh, leaving already? 1639 01:22:04,876 --> 01:22:06,530 Yeah. 1640 01:22:06,573 --> 01:22:08,097 Funny guy. 1641 01:22:13,450 --> 01:22:14,799 - Oh, that's strange. - What? 1642 01:22:14,842 --> 01:22:18,281 - It's from the agency. - Found a Santa. 1643 01:22:18,324 --> 01:22:21,719 Wondering if we still want to hire him. 1644 01:22:21,762 --> 01:22:23,155 If he didn't come from the agency, 1645 01:22:23,199 --> 01:22:26,680 then... where did he come from? 1646 01:22:26,724 --> 01:22:28,639 Ho, ho, ho, ho! 1647 01:22:30,380 --> 01:22:31,772 No! 1648 01:22:31,816 --> 01:22:33,383 Couldn't be. 1649 01:22:33,426 --> 01:22:38,692 ♪ 1650 01:22:38,736 --> 01:22:40,216 Heh. 1651 01:22:43,741 --> 01:22:46,613 You know, I, uh... 1652 01:22:46,657 --> 01:22:49,616 I was thinking about something. 1653 01:22:49,660 --> 01:22:52,880 Neither one of us brought a date to this party. 1654 01:22:52,924 --> 01:22:56,841 Well, there's a very simple reason for that. 1655 01:22:56,884 --> 01:22:59,104 And that is...? 1656 01:22:59,148 --> 01:23:01,280 Well, neither of us sought out someone else because 1657 01:23:01,324 --> 01:23:04,849 we subconsciously hoped the other wouldn't either. 1658 01:23:04,892 --> 01:23:06,285 The problem for both of us, however, 1659 01:23:06,329 --> 01:23:08,287 is that by lowering our defenses, 1660 01:23:08,331 --> 01:23:12,726 it can cause us to feel threatened and unsafe, 1661 01:23:12,770 --> 01:23:17,862 which is why neither of us considered the alternative. 1662 01:23:17,905 --> 01:23:19,429 Which is? 1663 01:23:30,701 --> 01:23:34,313 ♪ 1664 01:23:34,357 --> 01:23:35,880 I told you I'd get you back. 1665 01:23:35,923 --> 01:23:46,456 ♪ 1666 01:23:46,499 --> 01:23:49,894 What happened to disarming her neuroreceptors? 1667 01:23:49,937 --> 01:23:52,331 Chemistry. 1668 01:23:52,375 --> 01:23:54,246 Our work here is done. 1669 01:23:55,595 --> 01:24:00,426 ♪ 1670 01:24:00,470 --> 01:24:03,734 ♪ O, holy night 1671 01:24:03,777 --> 01:24:08,652 ♪ The stars are brightly shining ♪ 1672 01:24:08,695 --> 01:24:11,394 ♪ It is the night 1673 01:24:11,437 --> 01:24:15,920 ♪ Of our dear Savior's birth 1674 01:24:17,922 --> 01:24:21,360 ♪ Long lay the world 1675 01:24:21,404 --> 01:24:26,365 ♪ In sin and error pining 1676 01:24:26,409 --> 01:24:28,933 ♪ 'Til He appeared 1677 01:24:28,976 --> 01:24:34,895 ♪ And the soul felt its worth 1678 01:24:34,939 --> 01:24:38,682 ♪ A thrill of hope 1679 01:24:43,469 --> 01:24:45,819 Are we, uh... are we expecting anyone? 1680 01:24:45,863 --> 01:24:48,387 Lieutenant Harlan is gonna join us... wasn't he? 1681 01:24:48,431 --> 01:24:50,650 He said he had an assignment, thought he wouldn't make it. 1682 01:24:50,694 --> 01:24:55,046 Mm. I, uh... I wonder what kind of assignment that was. 1683 01:24:55,090 --> 01:24:57,222 What? 1684 01:24:57,266 --> 01:24:58,441 - What are you guys... - Hello? 1685 01:25:12,019 --> 01:25:13,978 Otter! 1686 01:25:14,021 --> 01:25:15,588 ♪ 1687 01:25:17,547 --> 01:25:18,809 Hi! 1688 01:25:18,852 --> 01:25:19,723 Good girl. 1689 01:25:19,766 --> 01:25:21,551 Oh, who's such a good girl? 1690 01:25:21,594 --> 01:25:23,988 Oh, yes, I missed you so much! 1691 01:25:24,031 --> 01:25:28,384 Oh! Oh, my girl! 1692 01:25:28,427 --> 01:25:34,607 ♪ 1693 01:25:35,956 --> 01:25:38,263 ♪ 1694 01:25:38,307 --> 01:25:41,875 You're a good girl. 1695 01:25:41,919 --> 01:25:43,573 You guys all knew about this? 1696 01:25:43,616 --> 01:25:45,401 Well, we didn't know for sure until this morning. 1697 01:25:45,444 --> 01:25:48,926 It was all Chloe's doing. 1698 01:25:51,885 --> 01:25:53,670 Such a good girl. 1699 01:25:53,713 --> 01:25:59,850 ♪ 1700 01:25:59,893 --> 01:26:02,635 Thank you. 1701 01:26:02,679 --> 01:26:04,942 Welcome home, Soldier. 1702 01:26:11,035 --> 01:26:23,003 ♪ 1703 01:26:26,050 --> 01:26:38,018 ♪ 1704 01:26:41,979 --> 01:26:45,635 ♪ 1705 01:26:54,121 --> 01:27:06,177 ♪ 1706 01:27:12,183 --> 01:27:24,195 ♪ 1707 01:27:31,594 --> 01:27:37,600 ♪ 1708 01:27:41,647 --> 01:27:44,911 ♪ 1709 01:27:45,305 --> 01:28:45,388 Please rate this subtitle at www.osdb.link/6xz72 Help other users to choose the best subtitles 119903

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