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Hey there, Bob.

Hey, morning, Joe. How you doing? Are you okay? I saw a little trip there.

Yeah, the sidewalk just keeps getting worse. Yeah, well, you know, that old

is just going to keep making things worse and worse. When are you going to

it down?

I know, I know. It's on my to -do list. It's just...

At the bottom of it. Understood.

Hey, you got one of those newspapers for me? Yeah, here you go.

Make sure you check out page two.

That little sister of yours, she sure can write.

Yeah, well, we know where the talent landed in the Mason family. I don't know

about all that. It's not easy running the cultural event center of Daisy Hills

the way you do.

Well, have a nice day. You make it a great day.

You too. Take care.

Guess what?

It came in? It wasn't easy. I was able to round some up from a wholesaler.

What did it come out to?

Almost double the last.

It's getting hard to find.

I really need it, but double?

Well, they keep raising the prices on us.

You know what? Just take it for now, and we can work it out once we sell your

plant. Are you sure? Dad and I will figure it out. Oh, thank you, Jill.

Oh, that means so much.

You know, it's like my mom always said, you can always find what you need at the

Daisy Hill store.

All right. You got this.

Hi,

Carol. Oh, I got it. No, you go ahead. Okay. I have it.

Thanks. Have a good day. Yay.

Oh, what's in there?

Nothing monumental.

can be accomplished.

It's with the full support of the community that the next generation will

flourish and with the love of our families, both blood and chosen, that we

truly succeed.

My baby sister. You're a published author. I am so proud of you.

The valedictorian writes an article every year. It's just a local paper.

is a start.

You are so talented.

You know what, by the way, you're my sister.

You kind of have to think I'm amazing by law.

Oh, no, wait.

This came for you this morning.

Who's that?

I... I can explain this, don't I?

Iowa University have the best writing program in the country.

Looks like I'm not the only one who thinks you're amazing.

Well, go on, open it!

So, usually a big envelope means... Oh, my God!

John, I got a hint!

I... I... It's just because I... I didn't think I'd get in, because I

just for fun.

Oh. Yeah, that does sound like fun.

Does Dad know that you applied?

No, I, uh...

I didn't want to upset him.

Remember how mad you got when Blake left? Hey, hey, that was completely

different. This is Dad, and Blake was not my sister.

Okay, I just want what's best for you.

But what is it that you want?

It's nice to know I got into Iowa, but I also heard back from Hopewell

University, and I remember you saying how great it was.

I loved it there.

I know. And it's closer. I can stay with you and Dad.

It'll be a lot easier for everyone.

Okay, well, just think about it.

Yeah.

I gotta go.

Can I look through those?

I'll live vicariously through you.

Yeah, just don't let Dad see it.

No need to worry him.

Okay.

She'll be fine. You worry too much. You were up early.

I had to take care of a few things. Oh, okay. Well, same goes for you, Dad.

Do not be late to your daughter's party.

And when you're done with that, you want to come in here and help me for a

minute? I'm almost done.

Sorry about that, Blake.

Hey, no worries, Mr. Mason.

So what were you saying?

Well, we could use a whole new plan to catch up with the times.

I might only have a few days, but would it help if I come out there?

You'd do that for us?

Yeah, of course.

You were always there for me as a kid. You're like my second family.

How are your folks, by the way?

They're doing great. I'm definitely jealous of all the sun they're getting

Florida, though.

Yeah, I bet.

So, about the store... How bad is it?

The truth is, we may need to shut down.

Okay, well, let's make sure that doesn't happen then.

I'll hop on the next flight of JFK. Well, that's wonderful.

That's wonderful.

And listen, if you get here by tonight, come by the store.

We're having a little birthday party for Sophie.

Okay.

I'll see you then.

All right, take care. Bye.

Blake Harris here.

Mr. Harris, we just got your email and wanted to confirm you made the next

of interviews.

That's great news. Thank you.

I'm actually going to be out of town for the next couple days, though.

Well, we can always do the interview by phone.

Perfect.

I'll talk to you then. Thank you.

Thank you. Bye. Bye.

Sorry about that.

This for Carol?

Uh, yeah. Well, she'll be back in a bit. You know, Henry came looking for you

earlier, but you were already gone.

What were you doing anyway?

The last minute thing for tonight.

Okay, I don't know what that means, but it better not involve any extra cheese.

You know, I was thinking about canceling the ribs for the party after your last

lab result.

And here I thought that children were supposed to honor and respect their

parents. Just make sure you eat something green at the party.

You know, I...

Still can't believe that Sophie is almost finished high school. I can

believe you've already graduated high school.

Where does the time go? Yeah, well, if it was up to me, I'd keep it from going

so fast, that's for sure.

What's this?

Don't you mind about that. It's not for you.

But these are... Lights,

electricity, suppliers.

I'm stocking up on a few things that people can't get online.

Maybe that'll get people in here.

Yeah, I've seen those delivery trucks around town more and more.

People clicking that are coming in here.

Should we get a website, Joe?

Catch up with the Times? I mean, there's nothing wrong with change.

Well, maybe.

But does that mean that you're changing your attitude about those ribs? I'm

serious, Joe.

I know, Dad.

Walk in.

If we have a website, why even bother?

We'll figure something out.

Hello. Okay. We have a customer.

A customer's usual pay.

Let me give you a hand there, Carol. Oh, thank you.

I wasn't expecting to see you here. What a pleasant surprise.

It's nice to see you too, Carol.

How's that fertilizer treating you?

Oh, it's a lifesaver. Ever since the distributor discontinued it, you finding

at that wholesaler has really kept me afloat.

I can't thank you enough. Well, we're happy to help. Oh, I don't know what I

would do without this place.

Okay, come on. Let's get the rest of this out to Carol's car.

I'm really excited about tonight, by the way. Will Bob be here? Not if Joe has

anything to say about it.

party without ribs.

Okay, okay, you guys. I get it.

I'm assuming everyone's ready so we can go and get to the party on time. Five

more minutes.

Hey, um, Joe, there's something that I've been meaning to talk to you about.

Dad, can you go ahead and bring this to the party? Because I have a feeling

we're going to be a bit longer than that.

Uh, sure.

Take care. I'll make sure everything is under control.

Guests will be fed and entertained.

Oh, wait, Dad!

You girls always manage to be late for your own parties.

You know your mother was late for our wedding.

You're becoming more and more like her every day.

You know, Dad, there's some mornings when I'm opening up the store, and I

that sounds crazy, but I feel like she's there with me.

That's not one big crazy joke.

If she put everything she was in that place.

I better get to those ribs before they're all gone. Hey.

I would have liked you to have chosen an hour ago. Okay, come on, which one?

Uh, the one on the right.

Okay, and please hurry!

What the... Okay, ready?

Ready to move?

Would you look at that?

Dad was right.

You look just like Mom.

Do not make me cry tonight.

All right, let's go.

Do you think it's going to rain?

Oh, nah.

Oh, you said it wouldn't rain. I know.

Hey, hey, hey, hold on.

I just, I want you to know.

But I'll support you no matter what you choose in life.

And so will Dad.

So, you don't officially leave because of you,

right? Okay, don't worry.

So if you like what we've done. Oh, she loves it. Thank you so much for setting

it up. Oh, it's my pleasure.

And don't you look lovely tonight.

You do, too.

Well, you do, too. You do, too, Carol.

Yes, thank you for helping.

Very helpful.

Listen, Joe, one delicious pulled rib sandwich just for you.

Thank you, Bob.

Thank you. Nice to get together with the community and see everyone.

I don't remember the last time I went out to have.

pod. Well, as long as the store is around, this town will have a place for

things like those.

What's up, Deb?

Excuse us for a second.

What's going on?

Okay, listen, I didn't know how to bring it up.

I didn't want to upset you.

What is it?

So, a special guest is coming tonight. A special guest?

Blake? Oh!

Oh my! Oh my goodness, Blake!

Wait, Joe, it's Blake!

Wait, when did you get here?

Right now.

Come with me.

Are you just staying for the party or are you moving back?

Please tell me you're moving back. Nice to see you, Blake. How unexpected.

Good to see you too, Joe. But first, I got this.

Happy birthday, Joe.

Wait.

How did you know that I needed a new laptop case?

This is exactly what I needed.

Good. Thank you, Blake.

Do you mind if I go show my friend?

Go for it. Okay.

So, you two, what's happening here?

Wait, does she not know?

Know what?

Well, there's a short answer and a long answer.

Your choice.

Okay, well...

Why Blake is in town is the long answer, which I think is best we discuss after

you have a beverage.

Which I can help with that. Let me help with that.

And why Blake is here tonight is easier.

He was such a big part of Sophie's life growing up, I thought since he was

already in town, he should be here for her.

Trust me that I will fill you in later, okay?

I have to go on and catch up.

Go on.

So?

Hello. Hi.

This is insane.

Yes.

So, uh, how you been?

Well, let's see. I still live in Brooklyn, own my own consulting company,

I've been back for five minutes and it feels like I never left. You?

I never left.

That's treating you well.

So, how badly do you want one of Bob's rib sandwiches?

Pretty bad.

Right? Yeah.

Shall we? Yes, please.

Okay.

No, no, no. That is not true. It is true. You ran out of that graduation

and I had to chase you all the way out to that field. Are you kidding me?

No, not a chance.

Hey, Blake, I just wanted to thank you again for this. I love it.

Oh, I'm sure it'll come in handy.

I can't believe that you're here. Can you tell me, like, about living in the

city? Well, I live in Brooklyn, so that's technically not the city, but...

like, Brooklyn's more chic, right?

I suppose so.

But I still love these barbecues here and those ribs.

But there's a lot of delicious food there, too, like Asian fusion barbecue.

There's this great place in Astoria I can recommend.

Can you? Can you recommend a place in Astoria?

Is it so loud that you can't sleep?

Sometimes. Okay, so is it true?

That's enough questions for right now. One more.

Is it true the places never close? Like, throw this out.

They do close, but they're super, super, super late. Like 4 a .m. sometimes.

That is so cool.

Yeah. Okay, wait.

Add me as a friend.

That way I can follow all your adventures and everything.

That one?

That's me.

Good.

How about you, Jo?

Send me a friend request.

Oh, she doesn't do social media. I made her an account and everything, and she

doesn't even use it.

Don't I know it.

What does that mean?

I sent you a friend request a while ago, and you never responded to it. That's

all.

Well, I just think friends are people you talk to in real life.

We are friends. Thank you. We're friends.

Nice.

See? She's awesome.

I can tell she's going to love living in the city.

Well, we're not sure where she's going to go just yet.

She's not going to go to school? Oh, she is. We just don't know where.

She has to go to the city.

Has to?

Well, yeah. I mean, that's where she belongs.

Come on. You've been here, what, four minutes and you already know where

belongs?

I can tell and you can tell.

Are you telling me what I should think?

No, I'm just trying to explain that... Oh, yes. Yes, please.

Explain to me what I should think.

There are some people that like small towns and some people that need to get

out. Well, let me explain to you... No, help! It's Dad!

Wait, Dad! Wait, wait, wait!

Joey, hurry!

Dad! Dad!

Joey, what's going on?

Dad, it's okay.

Call an ambulance.

Joe, what's happening?

Dad, it's okay. We're here. We're here.

It's okay.

He's doing better.

It's just a scare, really.

We need to make sure that he's taking better care of himself from now on.

Is he still awake?

I think so.

Are you

okay?

Yeah.

Thanks for staying with Sophie.

How's he really doing?

Well, he just needs to avoid some stress, stay away from work.

Other than that, he should be okay.

Listen, Joe.

You're going to have to change a few things around here. That's the real

I came.

You know what, Blake?

The truth is that I'm not crazy about you being here.

I didn't mean to...

I appreciate you staying with Sophie, but I think it's time for you to go now.

Okay.

I'm going to be taking in the old text tomorrow.

You don't want to talk or anything?

Hey, Dad.

Hey.

Brought you a snack.

Guess I better get used to this being called a snack from now on.

Sophie, go to bed?

Yeah.

In case you haven't noticed, it's been a long night.

I ran across this downstairs.

It's nothing. That's nothing.

Look, Joe, it's just something I was reading about.

I know what the store means to you, to me and Sophie, to the whole community.

I have to do something to keep it open.

It's not the right time to retire.

In a few weeks from now, Dad, when all the bulk of the bills are due, were you

planning on paying them with your savings?

We had a real scare today.

When I got home, I realized I should help out as much as I can while I still

can.

I'm working on some stuff, Dad, okay?

I've got the new line, and I'm working with the suppliers, and the savings are

for you, okay?

You can't sacrifice that.

That's what family does. They sacrifice when they have to.

That's why Blake is here, isn't it?

I'm sorry I didn't tell you beforehand. I didn't know how to.

Look, he saves businesses for a living. Joe, I figured we could use his help.

We don't need him, Dad.

We can figure it out on our own.

Joe, when your mom got the smart idea to open up a store, I thought she was

nuts.

But she wanted to plant roots in the community.

She wanted to connect with people to help them out.

I have to try everything to save that store.

That's what she would want.

And if Blake can help us... He only thinks about himself, Dad.

I mean, when was the last time you even saw him?

At your mom's funeral.

What? I know you think he didn't show up, but he did.

I don't know why he didn't talk to you. I'm sure he has his reasons, but he was

there.

He cared enough to come.

He cares about us, Joe.

Let him help.

You were listening?

You can't do this on your own, Jo.

I'm not doing it on my own.

Dad. I had to be able to work for a while.

Didn't need help.

I've been thinking, what if I deferred on the whole bill you for a little

What about Iowa?

I told you I applied to some fund.

Hey.

You don't need to make a decision just yet.

It's what family does.

They make sacrifices.

I thought I'd find you here.

I'm sorry about yesterday.

I shouldn't have snapped.

It was all just too much.

Seeing you, Dad's scare, Sophie growing up so fast.

Remember the last time we were here?

It was the morning of graduation.

Yep. And I ran away.

Everyone was so busy, and when I turned around, you were gone.

But I knew this is where you'd be.

I was just so worried that it was my last chance to... I don't know.

Duke asked me to come, Joe.

He told me.

Why didn't you tell me that you came to my mom's funeral?

I meant to.

But when I saw you, you were being so strong for your dad and Sophie.

I... I hadn't talked to you in years.

I really didn't think you needed anything else going on.

I have to be up front with you, Joe.

I might be leaving in a few days.

I'm waiting to hear back on this job, and if I get it, I'm going back to New

York.

Sounds nice.

Yeah.

Maybe.

I don't know. Something's been missing for a while now, and I've tried so many

things to sort it out, but nothing works.

I honestly think helping out with this tour will be really good for me.

I'm glad to know it'll be good for one of us.

Okay.

Okay, fine.

You can help out with the store.

But there's going to be some rules.

Oh, oh, you're in charge.

I do what you say, and you have the final word.

Oh, well, I'm glad you're aware of the rules.

Now, I know how you feel about change, but... You're already starting with the

but? You just have to keep an open mind.

Okay. Okay.

All right. Well, I will see you tomorrow morning at the store.

Good.

I'm glad you came.

It's nice to know that you care.

Tomorrow morning, 7 a .m. sharp, 7 .02, and all bets are off.

Absolutely not doing that.

Joe, we've been back and forth on this for hours. I told you it was going to be

drastic. Drastic I can handle.

You want to restructure the traffic? Fine.

You want to change the toner suppliers?

Not a problem. But we are not redesigning the structure of the

not what I said. I said replace the windows. That's all. The windows are

the way they are. Look at these. These things are old.

They are beautiful.

But they're old. They're leaking like crazy.

You're wasting so much money because it's an outdated building. If you

them with more modern things that are efficient.

Look, I've already explained this.

Income's important, but it's fluid.

Expenditures are something you can control.

I know. I get it.

Then why are you fighting me on this? Because some things just can't be

Look, Joe.

You're going to have to try to come out of your comfort zone for this one

because it's much better to change something now that you might like than

to change something in the future that you're definitely going to hate.

Let this one go.

Okay, fine.

How about you take the candy from the front of the door?

Nope, can't do it.

Oh, come on. Why not?

You only make money on low -cost items if you sell a lot of them.

You have to keep them near the register to take advantage of the customer's

impulse tendencies.

Trust me, that is not a good idea.

And have you listened to yourself taking advantage of the customer? You know

that's not what I'm saying.

You're not listening.

Whatever book you got that from, that's not how things work in the real world.

You are the most stubborn.

Was that Miss Hayes?

Yep.

She looks good for her age.

She does.

She comes in here every day.

She opens that door.

She grabs her favorite candy and leaves.

That is the highlight of her day.

It's possible some of the theories need to be adjusted to this town.

Yes.

And we are not some online conglomerate whose bottom line are shareholders.

She is our bottom line.

And so is Carol, who sometimes has trouble finding her plant feed, or

uses a special fishing tack that he can only find here.

Is it silly to hold some of these things in stock? Of course it is.

But who else will take care of this community?

Who else? else will have just what they need. If we take away all that, what

will we be left with?

A profit.

Look, Jo, wait, wait, wait. You're not wrong.

Oh, is that how they say someone is right in Brooklyn? No, because I'm not

either.

Maybe you can squeak by for the next couple months by doing what you're

but you're going to have to make a compromise if you want to move past

You know what? We'll think better on a full stomach.

I'm in.

Oh, cool.

Think fast. Thank you.

And you're buying.

I'll consider it. We can rock, paper, scissors for it. Nah.

Business restructure consultant.

Did you just wake up one day and decide to do that full time?

Sort of, yeah.

After I graduated business school, I got this sweet corporate job in the city,

but I guess I never felt right.

I wanted to help people, so I went off on my own.

And it's been great, but... But something's missing?

Yeah. I mean, I guess. Like, I love my job.

And I love my work.

Just... Sometimes it feels like... Is that your... Dad!

What the heck?

Dad!

What are you doing? You're not supposed to be eating this stuff.

I'm just here for the company.

And the smell.

Okay, good then.

Sorry, I thought that... I know, I'm taking care of my health.

Okay. Why are you here?

Blake here needs some real food, right?

Yeah, really hungry. I'm going to go stand in line.

Okay.

How's it going at the store?

It's good. You know, we're getting there. You just need to rest, Ben.

Going okay with Blake?

Yeah.

He's trying.

It's nice. It kind of feels like before he left, you know?

Okay, then.

We should head back.

I'm feeling tired.

You almost done, Soph?

Just, like, one more minute, okay?

I just want to finish my test.

I'll go start the car.

Okay.

Hey, we still need to talk about Iowa University stuff.

Is that where you're going?

This is one of the best writer's workshops in the country.

You know what? I'm just focusing on helping out right now. I can think about

school later. Yeah.

She's not certain where she's going to go yet.

Hey, Sophie!

You coming?

Uh... Yeah, I'm going to... I'm going to go.

Okay. See you later.

What was that about?

I'll fill you in over these delicious sandwiches.

Thanks, Bob.

You've done it again.

What?

And then the sprinklers went off, and then the test got all wet, and it took a

week to retake them. And then Principal Herman was like, what do you have to say

for yourself, Blake? And you were like, I love it when a plan comes together.

Hey, we had a lot of good times at high school. Yeah, we did.

Hey, do you ever wonder if... Never mind.

Wonder what?

Nothing.

Do you ever wonder?

Yeah. All the time.

I constantly think what life would be like if you got on that train.

Why didn't you tell me you wanted to come?

I tried.

But, you know.

Yeah.

I'm sorry I didn't call you about your mom.

I wanted to when I heard about it on this, but... I don't know.

I didn't think you wanted to hear from me.

It would have been nice to hear from you.

The first year was the hardest.

And a few years after that weren't any better.

So I moved in with my dad and Sophie just to make sure that they were okay.

And I've just been there ever since, taking care of the store, taking care of

both of them.

Well, you did a great job stepping in.

You know,

My mom designed everything about that store.

If we change everything, what will be left?

Is there anything you don't like about the store?

The sign.

You know,

I never liked that sign.

Me neither.

All right, we'll do what you said.

What's that?

Compromise.

Deal.

Deal.

I don't think I'm doing this right.

No, it's great. Once that dries, we'll paint over it, and it will be perfect.

You know, I love this compromise because you get to keep your amazing windows

and stop hemorrhaging cough.

Does that mean we make a good team?

Yes, but you might want to keep that in mind for this next part. But it's good,

I promise.

Now, we've maximized our usage of the shelves, but now we have this big empty

corner in there, and we need to figure out how to leverage that.

Hello! Oh, Carol over here!

Oh, hi!

Oh, good, you're sprucing up a color.

What was wrong with the other color?

Oh, it's bland.

Is that the color you're going with?

Yeah.

Is Duke here?

Oh, no, he's at home resting.

I'll make sure to send him your best.

I'll just leave the money on the table.

Okay, bye, Carol.

That's a great color, and it matches everything.

I swear, everyone in this town has an opinion.

Wait, what did you just say?

It matches everything.

No, no, about Carol having an opinion.

I mean,

everyone has an opinion of the store.

What if we pick their brains and ask them what they think could make the

better for them?

A focus group. That's a great idea.

We should be gathering data on what they think.

So?

Who are you calling?

Well, we should start calling people right now. We can't wait for that.

Wait, let me get this straight.

You are going to call some people in town right now during the day to save

Yes.

Adios. I don't think you understand that.

Okay, Joe.

I went to business school in New York City, and I know you think we're just

stuffed up too, but we just might know more than you think, and maybe we know a

little bit more than you.

Oh, okay.

Sounds like you're right. You better get calling. You know what? I'm going to

help you out. Sure.

Here is Mrs. Hayes' number.

She'll be your best bet to get a quick conversation.

Great. There you go. And I'm going to use some of the marketing tools that I

learned in school. Huh. There you go.

Hey, Mrs. Hayes, it's Blake Harris from Daisy Hills.

I was wondering... Uh, yeah, Waylon's son.

Yeah, I was wondering if...

Brooklyn. Yes, I know.

I got the braces off a long time ago.

I was... No, they don't call me that anymore.

Uh...

Yes,

thank you, Miss A.

It was very nice catching up with you.

Okay, yeah.

Yes, okay then.

Okay.

Bye. So, how's Mrs. Hayes doing?

She's good.

She's got a new apple pie recipe that's really working out.

Ah. Well, that only took about two hours.

How many people do you think we need in our focus group?

Please never make me do that again.

Quick calls to people we haven't spoken to in a while isn't really something we

do around here, Blake.

That's what I was trying to tell you and your big New York City education.

I hear that.

I do.

But I still think the focus group's a good idea.

Is there any way we can, like, text everyone or something? I don't know.

Do you really think asking people questions will help you figure out how

forward?

I know it will.

Okay.

And tomorrow, we will do what we should have done today.

You know the roots of that tree are tearing up the sidewalk, right?

Yes, they are.

Has anyone ever asked you to cut down that tree?

Yeah, they have.

Let me guess.

You said that that's not really an option because your mother loves it.

Nah, I like to keep that part to myself.

You ready?

Can't wait.

So, are you sure what we need to do?

Yeah, well, it was my idea to talk to people in person, right?

Oh, yeah, yeah.

I just want to make sure we get the answers we want.

Is your girlfriend okay with you being such a micromanager?

Are you trying to find out if I have a girlfriend?

No, I'm just making small talk.

Oh.

Well, I bet your boyfriend hates small talk. Oh, wait.

That's right.

I think you have a boyfriend.

I might have a boyfriend. You don't know that.

I talked to Ms. Hayes forever on the phone yesterday, so there's nothing

this town I don't know.

You didn't answer my question.

Well, if I did have a girlfriend, I don't.

She would love that in detail oriented.

Oh, detail oriented.

Yeah, right.

So people around town are really going to be okay with taking time in their

day to talk to us face -to -face?

Yeah, Blake, I may have left out a very important part.

We're doing chores, aren't we?

You said you wanted a face -to -face with people, right?

Yeah. No, this is brilliant.

The more we help them, the more they help us.

Hey, guys.

Hey, Henry, hope we're not too late. Right on time.

Come on. Okay.

You know, Henry, you're always whittling away.

Do you have any finished pieces I could see?

Actually, uh... Yeah.

This... is amazing.

You like it? Are you kidding?

Look at your workmanship.

Henry, you're an artist.

Hey, Blake, come over here and see this.

One sec, let me finish this.

Guess you can take the man out of the country, but not the other way around.

What's up? Look at this.

What's this?

Henry's hobby.

Wow, really?

You know, if you like that.

You should see the barn.

Yeah.

Wow.

Henry, this... Whoa.

This is incredible. You made all of these?

Well, I've got to do something with my off time.

You ever heard of the Internet?

I'm a multitasker.

Hey, thank you so much for talking with us.

Oh, you don't have to go so soon.

I've got a whole bunch of other chores I'd rather Blake do. Oh, next time.

Yeah, we're going to meet Carol.

Oh, yeah.

Sure is good to see you two back together.

You should come back again.

You're not.

Well, what do you think?

I think you should come over and help me garden more often.

I'm wearing this correctly, right?

You fit right in.

Great job, Blake. You really do have two green thumbs.

Well, you'd be surprised how much gardening there is in Brooklyn.

And beekeeping, and there's yoga.

Beekeeping? In the city?

Don't they have enough trouble down there?

These are just gorgeous, Carol. Some of the most beautiful flowers I've ever

seen. How'd you do it?

Well, you know, Blake, it's like everything else in life. The more you

something, the greater the result.

But it really helps when you have people around you can rely on, like Jo here.

You made a good move coming back for her.

I'm glad to see the two of you getting back together. Now, would anyone like

some tea? I've got some in the house. No, no, we're not... Oh, no, I've got

plenty of tea.

How's Duke doing? Does he need a little visit?

Does Miss Hayes know we're coming?

Yeah, she just wants us to go through a couple records.

Nice.

Okay, so...

Don't go downstairs because Mrs. Hayes said that she didn't finish telling you

the whole story about her cousin when you guys were on the phone yesterday.

Well, at least she doesn't think we're dating again.

She absolutely thinks that we're dating again. In fact, she said that I should

come up here to have some time alone with you while you organize her records.

Well, get ready to be shocked because she's got everything.

This collection's huge.

Jazz, big band, classic rock, disco, kid pop.

Are you kidding me? I love this record.

Oh, yeah.

Oh, no, no, no, no. That is way, way, way too much. I think that goes off.

Can you still do the thing?

Which thing?

You know the thing.

You can do it. Oh, the thing.

Did we... Yeah.

Yeah, I think that we're done for today. Yeah, yeah.

I'll keep organizing and put those over there and you go on.

Always sitting in front of a computer does not make me feel like it.

You just need a good night's sleep.

I'm not tired.

Well, I am tired.

I'm fulfilled.

When I first moved to Brooklyn, there was nothing that I thought I'd miss

small -town living.

Pallet pans, working on the rain, or the smell of fresh fertilizer on the

ground.

What you take for granted is the things you end up missing the most.

Fresh fertilizer, all the things you miss the most?

Not as much as others.

Well, this is a great day, Blake.

I will see you tomorrow.

Yeah. Yeah. Okay.

Bye. Bye.

Oh, hey, I have a thing tomorrow morning, so tomorrow afternoon.

Okay. Bye.

Bye.

Flick Harris?

Hi, Mr. Harris. It's Five Boroughs Consulting.

We're just confirming tomorrow's final interview.

We look forward to it.

Thanks. Great.

Hey.

Oh, hey.

Where's Dad?

He went to bed. I just wanted to finish working on this piece.

What are you doing?

I'm not really sure yet.

It's about our town.

Yeah? Can I read it?

When it's done.

How was today? You seem smiley.

I'm not smiley.

Is that the bag Blake gave you? Yeah, it is super nice.

Yeah, I love it. He knew exactly what I needed. Yeah, he does that.

Hey, what's this?

It's my rejection letter to Iowa.

Your rejection letter to Iowa? I thought you were going to think about it. I did

think about it.

and I can't just up and leave you.

You didn't leave Mom.

Sophie, I didn't stay here for Mom or Dad. I stayed here for me.

Some people have to leave their hometowns, and some people don't.

You have to do what's best for you.

Okay.

Uh, hey, you, uh...

Hungry? Hmm?

Yeah. I am starving.

Okay, let's go.

So I just turned on the record player.

And it was the song that played at our prom. So I just, you know, I started

showing them my boobs.

That's so cute. I can't believe you guys just started dancing. It was really

nice. All right, ladies.

Here you go. These are the last of them. You came right on time. Thank you.

Looks delicious.

Hey.

What's up?

So, I've been thinking, would you like to join our Daisy Hills focus group?

Oh, would I?

Good. Yeah. Great.

Can I ask you a few questions?

Absolutely.

The lack of faith really kills me, you know? It must be tough trying to find a

new location every day.

Well, you know, sometimes I luck out.

I get a permit.

Other times, not so lucky.

So, got to wait it out.

But it's all good, you know?

Why go through all the trouble?

Because I love feeding people, Joe.

I love it.

What else am I going to do?

What I wouldn't give for a permanent location, you know?

I would make any spot work and work that spot.

Whoa, wait.

Wait!

Sorry, Soph.

Oh,

whoa, whoa, whoa, wait. Close your eyes, close your eyes, close your eyes. Okay.

Put that down right there. What's going on?

So, last night, Sophie and I were starving after you dropped me off, and

decided to grab a bite of Bob.

Oh, you're still open.

Yeah, he works late just in case he doesn't know where or if he'll have a

the next day. You know, you guys should consider joining forces because that

could benefit everyone.

Oh, wow, that is a good idea.

Ta -da!

Good thing I thought of it first.

You're a genius.

Wait, what was that? Could you say that louder for everyone to hear?

She's a genius. Ah, yes, yes, yes. And Bob is going to use this truck as the

kitchen, and I was thinking he could stock...

Some things just back here.

And we could maybe put some tables and chairs back there.

That way, everyone will know where Bob is all the time. It's a win for

Win, win, win. I love it. This is amazing.

Oh, was he surprised?

Yes, of course.

Okay, we got to close this. Come here. Oh, yes.

Hey, you got to get in here, too. Come on. Come on.

Okay, ready?

Come to Bob's Rooms at the Daisy Hill Store.

Come get your grub on.

There we go.

Okay, make sure you take me so I can repost it, okay? Okay.

All right. What should we do?

Hashtag country life, hashtag Bob's. And there we go. You sure you two don't

want to enjoy this in real life?

You're just going to have to get used to it because we're going to have an

account up real soon. Oh, really? That's actually a good idea. Yeah. Why don't

we go all virtual? Like, who needs walls and human interaction?

Hey, Bob, do you think we can have one of your sandwiches through social media?

Is that possible?

Working on it.

Good call. Hey, we're going to get there. R -O -R.

Hashtag virtual reality.

Hashtag Bob's Burgers on social media. This place looks great, Jo.

Hey, is this Bob's new place for the week?

Uh, no, sir.

This is Bob's permanent spot.

Right here.

Yep. Well, that will make things easier.

That's the point.

Make sure that you share the news. That's old school for social media.

So, what's going on? Can I get you anything?

Actually, I've got something for you.

For both of you, I wanted you to have this for helping out yesterday.

Oh, it's beautiful.

Thank you.

I can't take that. Of course you can.

Now, I love making those, but the real pleasure is in sharing them.

Why didn't we think of this?

We could sell the woodwork here.

Yeah. Sell my woodwork? Yeah.

Your beautiful woodwork.

Oh, I don't know. Who would even want to buy these? I'd definitely buy something

like this.

She's just being polite.

No, wait. This is actually really, really nice.

Yeah, I'm going to go show Bob.

Yeah, we all like it.

You said it yourself.

You love sharing this with everyone. Yeah. Give everyone a chance to get one

themselves.

How would that even... How about this?

Whatever we sell, you take 60, you take 40. As long as that's fair.

Yeah. Fair would be 50 -50.

Okay, Henry, you got yourself a partner. Thank you.

Wow.

There's a lot of talented people here.

I know.

Um, can we put Mrs. Hayes -Reckers just over there?

Thanks. Are you okay if I move this up against, uh... Of course. Yeah.

Were you expecting me to put up a fight or something?

Hey, you are handling this remarkably well. Well, two weeks ago Joe would have

been freaking out, but today Joe is, uh...

Yeah, those.

Do you mind if I get rid of them? Whatever you need, Carol.

I'm super proud of you. You're doing great. Well, I think that there are

who love what they know and those who know what they love.

And if you're lucky enough to figure out which one you are, you can do something

about it. You know, it's not about changing the store. It's about finding

roots of the store. Well, the hardest part is over.

And moving forward, it's going to be nice. How about the display? Yes, Carol.

you mind if I shift it open? Yeah.

Yeah, I think it'll be smooth sailing for me.

Oops.

I'm going to go to healthcare. Yeah, that's a good idea.

It'll be great once the display case is set up.

But what exactly are designer cupcakes?

Well, they're different colors and they have stuff on top. She makes them

herself.

So they're cupcakes.

No, Dad, they're not just cupcakes.

They are cupcakes. No, they're fun.

Hey, did you know we are selling designer cupcakes now? It's an all -new

now, Dad.

Yeah.

You've done something really special here, Joe.

Mom would be so proud of you.

You're going to make me cry.

I'm still going to say it.

I couldn't be more proud.

And there's just one more change.

You did this?

Well, Henry asked if we might need any new signage for the store, and I wonder

if someone said we did.

Yep, that was me.

It's perfect.

I love it.

What is this?

Well, I talked to some guys, and it turns out you don't have to cut down the

tree. You just build the sidewalk around it. It might take a little bit.

What?

When did you do this?

I told you I was busy yesterday.

Do you like it?

It's wonderful.

Yeah, personally.

You did an amazing job, Jill.

We did, Blake.

Listen, I know that I was hesitant at first, but you've really helped us out,

thank you.

You're welcome.

What?

Why didn't you ask me to stay?

If you love something, let it go.

I had to let you go, Blake.

I always knew that I wanted to stay in Daisy Hills and that was best for me,

it wasn't best for you.

I wish that we could have stayed together.

And I often think, what?

Would have happened if I would have followed you to NYU.

But I can't think of what would have happened if I asked you to stay.

That would have led to a life of regret.

I spent a lot of time in New York trying to figure out who I was.

what I was doing.

And I think I'm still trying to figure that out.

But what I was looking for, it wasn't in the art.

You're right.

I would have regretted staying here.

I should go.

And I should have done this a long time ago.

See you tomorrow.

You totally made out with Blake.

What? No, I... Why? Did you see us?

Give me...

Wait, what?

No, I was kidding. You need to tell me everything.

Why are you still up?

I really want to finish up the story. Okay, wait. Tell me, please.

Okay, well, I'll tell you in five years. Good night.

Wait, wait, wait. I actually have a question. Please, it's not about that.

about the story.

I've been thinking, do we even have an advertising plan?

What do you mean?

Well, a lot of the community is invested in the store now, right? So how are we

even going to get people from outside of the town to know about it?

That's why we're going to have a meeting tomorrow morning. We are?

We are now.

Good night.

Okay, good night.

I don't see how that's old -fashioned.

I mean, a billboard was good enough for my daddy and his daddy before him.

And you don't see how that's old -fashioned, Dad.

Okay, I got two words for you.

Viral market.

That's a great idea, but you can't force those things. They have to be natural.

I mean, how about we buy a... Okay, stop right there.

We only have $500, and now we have $475.

What can we even get for that?

A big old sign on the 163.

Bring in folks off the main highway.

Well, can we even get a sign for less than $500?

Go talk to Brent.

The billboard guy.

Yeah, what the heck. Come on, Soph.

You guys okay keeping an eye out on the door?

We got it. All right.

Oh, I got to take this.

Blake Harris speaking.

Mr. Harris, great news. We'd like to offer you the partnership at Five

That is great news. We'd like you to start tomorrow morning.

Wow, that's soon. We're very excited to introduce you to the board. Great.

I'll give you a call later. Sounds good.

Okay. Okay. Thank you. Bye -bye.

Everything all right there, son?

I got the job.

They want me in New York tomorrow morning.

Well, that seems like an opportunity.

It is.

You ever get crazy making those big decisions, though?

Yeah.

Yeah, I have.

It just comes down to one or the other.

I mean, life is just one choice after another, and you don't know how it's

to turn out.

But as long as you're true to yourself, you're making the right decision.

You're right.

I guess I've got to take care of business then.

No, no, I have to.

Is, uh... Where did Blake go?

He got the job.

They want him to start tomorrow.

I'm so sorry, Joe.

There's no apology needed.

It's his dream job, after all.

I only wish you would have said goodbye.

Well, I'm sure he'll come see you before he leaves.

Won't that just hurt more?

I don't get it. Why didn't we get the billboards?

What if this was all just overboard?

Maybe things were better for everyone the way they were before.

For everyone or for you?

Do you want to go to Iowa, Soph?

I can go to Hopewell U.

It's a great school.

Yeah, but Iowa has the best program for writing, right?

Yeah, but whatever.

It's fine.

Listen, Soph, if you don't follow your heart, one day

you might wake up and wish you had, and it might be too late.

You and Dad are in my heart, too.

Dad and I want what's best for you.

We'll be fine.

Blake, can you go home?

Why don't you go out there?

I'll meet you.

I'm going to turn in, so I'm going to stay up for a bit and finish my story.

You want to tell me what it's about?

What you were saying before.

Life, choices, everything.

Well, I can't wait to read it.

Hey, where's Blake, by the way? I haven't seen him in a while.

Uh, he's gone.

Back to New York. Wait, what?

Without saying goodbye?

Good night, Soph.

More than three decades ago, my mother pursued a dream, one she nurtured and

cultivated. With my father's help, she designed, built, and for many years ran

the Daisy Hill Store, a general store that became the heart of my hometown, a

place where folks shopped, gathered, and shared news.

As we grew, my older sister and I watched our mother pour her love into

store and the community. She taught us many lessons, these I cherish the most.

Family first, every neighbor is family, and every member is responsible to the

whole. When someone needs help, everyone pitches in. When our mother became ill

and finally let go of this world, all of Daisy Hill suffered.

Recently, as I prepare to embark on my own adulthood, I've watched my sister

shake off her pain and embrace change, revitalizing the Daisy Hill store.

As the new store emerges, I hear my sister's words.

Some folks love what they know, and others know what they love.

If you give yourself permission and enough space, you'll discover which one

are, hopefully in enough time to do something about it, in time to begin

journey.

From me, I hope you'll swing by these parts and visit the new Daisy Hill

Let us welcome you to our family's second home, because in Daisy Hill,

everyone's family.

Joe, I'm calling in regards to my sister, Sophie Mason.

Listen, Sophie is the best writer that you have accepted into your program.

And she has rejected your acceptance because of me.

And because of my dad. And because of this town. And you have to accept her

and... Don't take my word for it.

In fact, I am going to send...

her amazing, incredible, heart -wrenching story to your page right

now. And you will see. Please, please, please read it. We cannot let this girl

fall through the cracks, not for me, not for anyone.

And I know that when you read it, you will call me back.

Again, my name is Jo Mason. My number is 555 -3721.

Thank you.

Hi, this is Jo Mason. I think I missed a call from

Iowa University.

Oh, my goodness. Yeah, that was me.

Look, I'm really sorry about the... You did.

You do?

Really?

Yes, I meant it.

Yeah, she's here somewhere.

Can I get her to call you back?

Yes, today, for sure.

Okay, thank you so much. Okay, bye.

Joe, you shared my story?

Look, I had to. It was perfect.

You don't understand what you just did.

No, you don't understand, Sophie.

I love you, and I am your sister. And I think you can do no wrong, but that is

not why I shared it.

Look, you are insanely talented.

And by the time I was done reading your story, I was moved to tears, and I

couldn't not share it. You want to go to Iowa. You have to go to Iowa. It's

what's best for you. Don't stop, okay?

It wasn't even finished. It was a work in progress, and now two million people

have seen my draft.

Wait.

Two million people?

Uh, when you shared my story with the University of Iowa last night, you

private message them. You posted it to their page, and it sort of went viral.

That means they liked it.

Yeah. 2 .1 million people, to be exact. Oh, my goodness.

Oh, my goodness.

That explains the phone call. What phone call?

Where have you been?

I've been calling you all night.

What are you doing here?

I had to come here because you won't answer your phone. Is it broken?

No, I was just ignoring it. I didn't know what to say to you.

What? Why?

Dad said that you were leaving.

He said what?

Okay, that doesn't matter. No, you know what? It doesn't matter. The point is, I

want you to know that if you need to go to New York again, then that's okay. I

just, I couldn't hear your voice. I'm sorry. It just, it made me feel too sad.

Jill, I'm not going to New York.

What?

You made me understand that that's not what I want.

That's not what I'm missing.

Well, that was easy.

I was never going to take the job.

Well, not never, but you made me realize that I've already found my missing

piece.

And I'm not some new job.

It's you.

And it's always been you.

And when I told your dad that I had to take care of some stuff, I think he

misunderstood. I had to get my stuff shipped here.

I'm moving to Daisy Hills.

As long as you'll have me.

Kiss her already. Come on.

Oh, wait.

I came here for a reason. I have to show you guys something, and we've got to go

now. What?

Where are we going? Let's go.

Come on. Why?

Let's go. We just had a nice moment.

We'll have more.

Okay, so you shared Sophie's story last night. Yeah, we know. You did a great

job, by the way. And a lot of other people think so, too. Yeah, we're way

of... What the... Are you?

Oh, my... You feel so...

What in the world is happening? This is what I've been trying to tell you.

People have come from all over.

Everyone who read that story wants to see Daisy Hill's community.

They want to be part of it. This is amazing.

Joe! Sophie!

There you are!

People will come here and buy what the community makes as long as we keep

it.

That we part of the sentence sounds extra nice.

It's been like this all morning. They just keep coming.

Carol sold enough this morning to cover a month's worth of feed. It's

incredible.

And your story brought them here.

It was...

It was wonderful, sweetheart. I didn't realize it. I mean, heck, everyone says

they're a good writer, but you, you're amazing.

That's the power of your words, Soph.

That's why you need to go to Iowa.

Wait a minute. Iowa University?

I'm sorry, Dad. I applied just to see if I could get in, and then I did.

I'm not going to go.

You should go.

Look around.

I mean... You have a talent.

Just look at what your writing's already done.

You should go.

What about you? What about Dad? Who is going to help you run this? I, uh... I

think Blake and I have this under control.

We sure do.

Blake and I will take care of this place. Dad will finally retire.

And you... You will be able to do what's in your heart.

But... I can't. I already sent them the letter telling them I don't accept.

Well, I talked to them this morning, and they are eager to ignore the letter.

And it's clear why.

Yeah.

Do it, sweetheart.

I have to go tell my friends.

I'm going to Iowa.

Well, let's go sell everything we've got.

You'll be done before dinner, though, right?

Oh, I sure will, Carol.

She asked if she could cook me up a healthy meal, and, you know, I've got to

keep watch on what I eat. Oh, yeah.

So, um, you really think you're going to stay?

I think I decided that the moment I saw you at Sophie's party.

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