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[music]
[music]
How's the new batch coming, Ally?
>> Ready to spread some Christmas cheer
once the ink dries? I think these are
your best this year, Grandma Joy. Cookie
break.
>> Oh, do you even have to ask? You know,
most people use gift bags nowadays. They
save a lot of time.
>> Where's the heart in that? No, no. A
proper gift should feel more like a
mystery. Something you open up slowly,
bit by bit. Your grandpa used to say I
[music] could make even the simplest of
gifts feel like magic just because of
the way I wrap them.
>> Let's be honest, the words you wrote on
the tags meant more to him than any
gift.
Grandma, where's your wedding ring?
>> It was just a ring, Ally. The shop
needed it more than I did. Your grandpa
would understand.
>> Not again.
>> Okay, Grandma got it.
>> I can't believe I keep knocking this
thing over.
>> One day, I'm [music] going to replace
this silly carousel.
One day, Grandma,
you [music] always say the same thing.
But
>> But how many days do I have left?
>> Is that [music] what you've been
worrying about, dearest?
I I worry that you've been running this
shop for 60 years, and it's taken
everything out of you, honey. That's
because you think of this little shop as
just a place.
Every tiding of joy I've ever drawn,
every Christmas season we've spent
together [music]
and every person who walks in that door
looking for something unique to send to
[music] someone they love. It's all a
part of me and I'm a part of it and it's
all a part of God's greater plan
in our technological world. A great app
isn't enough. If we want Connectree to
succeed, we need to make it feel
essential to our users. We need to
manufacture that feeling. Limited early
access, paid signups, users will
subscribe simply because they don't want
to miss out where their friends are. If
we do all these steps right, we hit the
ground running. And by the end of the
year,
>> Connectry will be the fastest growing
communication app.
>> Well, we are 1 month out from launch.
And as you know, this is the time most
companies bring in a launch strategy
team to oversee the roll out, right?
>> But we're not going to do that.
>> Instead, I'll be leading the launch
myself.
>> No one knows this product better than
you, Ally.
[music]
>> Uh, before we move on, can we just give
Nina some appreciation? because not only
is she the best techie in the game, but
she somehow manages to make an app look
like it belongs on a runway. [laughter]
>> Well done.
>> Okay, that's it everyone. Thank you so
much. Have a great long weekend.
>> And if you see Santa, ask him for some
coffee cuz we're going to need it.
>> Hey, Lucas, can I see you in my office,
please?
Hey.
>> Hey. Come on in. Have a seat.
>> You weren't exactly celebrating in
there.
>> Look, I know how much work has gone into
this. I don't want to be the guy
throwing a wrench into it.
>> Well, you're on the team for a reason.
If you see something, say it.
Ally, you should have hired a launch
strategy team.
>> Why?
>> I mean, that's what companies usually do
at this stage.
>> I know the company better than anyone,
and we've put in the work. The last
thing we need is someone coming in now
reshaping it. A launch strategist isn't
going to tell me anything I don't
already know.
>> I've been tracking market trends.
Startups using this exact playbook are
seeing big initial spikes then crash.
The markets are oversaturated. The tech
insider Substack dropped an article this
morning. Companies following this launch
model are flatlining. I just thought you
should know.
>> I appreciate your input.
>> I'll take the weekend to think about it
and I'll figure out a way to fix the
strategy myself.
>> All right.
I'll leave you to it.
[snorts]
>> I thought I was the only one still here.
>> Are you turning the boardroom into
Santa's workshop again?
>> Only place I can wrap presents without
my little spy skipping around.
What are you working on? Hm.
Why 70% of tech launches fail.
>> Well, that's one way to get into the
Christmas spirit.
>> Lucas says our launch strategy won't
work. That we're going to be just
another app in an overcrowded market. If
I don't find a way to break through the
noise, we could crash before this even
gets off the ground.
Maybe you should take a break over the
long weekend. You've been in overdrive
for months. Exhaustion doesn't exactly
fuel creativity.
>> Well, trust me, if I could, I would. But
I have to drive to Indiana this weekend.
>> Indiana? Why?
>> Do you remember how my grandmother Joy
left me our shop?
>> Vaguely? Yes.
>> Well, we finally have someone interested
in buying it, so I want to get there
ASAP to finalize the sale.
>> Oh, how do you know you still have that?
>> Yeah, it was on the market nearly 2
years with zero interest. But
thankfully, someone is crazy enough to
think that a bespoke Christmas shop is
actually worth something.
Speaking of, this is probably the tiding
shop manager. You know, he and my dad
are the only two people who insist on
calling over texting.
Except the only difference is I always
answer a call from my dad.
>> Have a good weekend, Ally.
>> Hi, Dad.
>> Hi, honey. Are you still at work?
Uh, second thoughts?
>> No, no, no. I'm actually headed home.
I'm going to change and then get on the
road.
>> I love your shirt.
How's Florida?
>> Well, the shirt is courtesy of your
uncle and we're having a blast. I did
look into tickets a little earlier to
try and be there.
>> Oh, don't worry about it. Have fun. This
offer came in so last minute. I've got
everything handled.
>> I just I just wish I could be there for
you.
>> Say goodbye to the shop for me, will
you? Lot of memories.
>> Yeah. Some better than others.
>> Ah, sweetheart.
I know that things got really difficult
between you and your grandmother, but
she always loved you.
>> Remember after raising two boys, you
were the daughter she never had.
>> I know. I was lucky [music] like that.
>> I remember how excited she was when your
mom and I told her that she could name
you. She picked it out in seconds like
she'd been waiting for that moment her
whole life. I've always loved that
[music] story
>> and I loved her.
>> Even though we didn't see eye to eye,
>> she just knew how I felt about the shop.
So why'd she [music] leave it to me?
>> Maybe she hoped you'd take a second
look. See it the way she did.
>> Anyway, there's a storm coming towards
Bloomington. So if you're going to beat
it, you need to get on the road.
>> I'll text you when I get there.
>> Drive safe, honey.
>> Okay. Bye, Dad. I love you.
>> I love you, too.
Reports are coming in of a freak
thunderstorm rolling into the area.
>> Lightning and thunder in December.
[music] Now that is a Christmas twist.
You expect it in spring, not when
there's snow on the ground.
Night divine.
[singing]
Oh [music]
night.
Oh night divine.
One day I'm going to replace this silly
carousel.
Thank you for [music] your generous
offer, Fred, but I've decided to
decline. I hope you have a merry
Christmas. [music]
Sincerely, Joy.
>> Should have taken it, Grandma.
Ah, the infamous granddaughter who
returns every phone call with a text.
Uh,
>> hi. Wait, you're Bennett, the manager?
>> I'm technically illustrator, printer,
painter, turn manager, occasional
janitor.
It's good to meet you finally.
>> Yeah, you're not at all what I was
expecting.
>> Really? Huh? How so?
Um, I mean, I I just I expected someone
a lot older.
>> Why? Because I work at a semi-outdated
Christmas shop.
>> Yeah. And honestly, you just seemed kind
of old-fashioned.
>> You are exactly the way that I pictured
you would be.
>> Oh, well, that's easy. My My grandma had
pictures of me in here.
>> No, no. I just mean someone who had let
a place go because it didn't make sense
to them.
>> Um, you don't even know me. That's true.
But I grew up in a household filled with
people with your exact demeanor.
>> My demeanor.
>> I don't mean to offend you, but you
know, people who are only focused on the
bottom line in life.
>> Okay, I am offended. And I don't just
focus on the bottom line. This is a
business, not a charity, and it hasn't
made money in years. And well, what's
one of these tidings going to say that a
text or an email can't?
>> Funny you should ask.
May you find the courage to choose what
is right even [music] when the path is
steep and the way uncertain.
And if you don't do the right thing, may
those left behind find a way to piece
[music] together the wreckage you
caused.
>> It does not say that last part.
>> Yeah, well it should.
>> Look, I didn't even ask for [music] this
place. I grew up watching it take
everything from my grandma and and now
it finally has the chance to be worth
something. I I have a buyer and I'm not
about to let that slip away.
>> You have a buyer? What do you think
Grandma Joy would think if she knew you
were trying to sell her right now?
>> I think she'd [music] admit that she
doesn't want me to make the same mistake
that she did and that she wishes she
would have sold it to the only investor
who ever offered to buy it back when she
had the chance.
What just happened?
>> I don't know.
I think the building got struck by
lightning or something.
>> How is it daytime?
>> These are not my design.
As the world celebrates [music] the
Allies victory, my greatest joy is
having you home.
>> Oh, no wonder it's not sewing. It sounds
like it's from World War II.
And you only charge 5 cents.
>> No. Okay. Something weird is going on.
>> Oh, hi there. Welcome to Tidings of Joy.
I'll be with you in a jiffy. Just need
to put these parcels in the mail truck.
Feel free to look around.
Who was that?
>> Yeah, I don't know. How did she get in
here?
>> Okay, this is weird.
>> I'm sorry. I locked the back door.
>> No, no, this this can't be happening.
>> Why is she acting like she works here?
Because I think she does.
>> No. No. I didn't hire her.
>> In fact, I think she might own the
place. Bennett, I I think that was my
grandmother.
>> Your grandmother passed away 3 years ago
when she was 98 years old.
>> No, no, no, no, no. My grandmother from
when she was young. Okay. Look at this
place. This This is [music] not the same
store that I walked into 15 minutes ago.
What are you saying?
>> I mean, it is the same [music] store.
It's just it's not the same one that it
was 15 minutes ago.
>> Bennett.
>> What?
>> December 14th, 1945.
1945.
>> How is this even possible?
>> It is not.
Well, it sure seems like we just [music]
traveled back in time.
>> Now, there's probably some logical
explanation for this. There's no such
[music] thing as time travel.
>> Lightning, right? We both got struck by
lightning, went unconscious, and now
we're just hallucinating.
>> Hallucinating the same thing?
>> Yeah.
>> What about my grandma?
>> That woman you saw her for like a split
second. There's no way you can be sure
that that's actually her.
>> Sorry for the delay. I'm Joy.
Oh, do you not speak English? Oh, no.
Hi. Uh, I'm
I'm Ally.
This is Bennett.
Well, it's lovely to meet you both. Oh,
I see you found one. Would you like me
to put a tiding on it? I illustrate
[music] all the tidings myself and can
style the message however you'd like.
Speaking of style, I Well, I've never
seen clothes like yours before. Where
are you visiting from?
>> Well, it's quite an unbelievable story,
actually. It's It's pretty funny. We're
from the
>> Chicago.
>> Our outfits are part of the latest
trend.
I think we need more time to look before
[music] we decide.
>> Sure, take your time.
>> Okay.
Look
>> what
>> this isn't just any tiding. This is the
tiding.
>> Okay, I'm not following
>> the one my grandmother gave the investor
in 1945 turning down the offer to buy
her shop.
That means that means the offer hasn't
happened yet.
>> What exactly are you saying to me?
>> I think I was sent back here to stop her
from making the wrong choice.
Do you remember what I said before the
lightning?
>> Yeah. You said that your grandmother
regretted not selling to the investor
when she had the opportunity.
>> Right.
>> What was his name?
>> Fred.
>> Yeah. Good memory.
Yeah. So, I think I've been given the
opportunity to help my grandmother make
the right choice by accepting Fred's
offer.
You think you were sent back through
time to rewrite history?
>> No, not rewrite.
Fix.
>> Why do you care so much what your
grandmother did back then?
I [music] didn't get the job in Chicago.
Oh, sweetheart, I'm so sorry. I know how
much that meant to you.
God's in control. He always provides.
>> You always say that like like [music]
that's supposed to make it okay.
>> It's just a reminder to trust his
timing. He has a bigger plan.
>> Well, is selling your wedding ring to
pay the bills. Trusting that God will
work things out. [music]
>> I don't think trusting in God means
doing nothing.
>> It means pretending
like things aren't as bad as [music]
they are.
I lost out on that job, Grandma, because
I was here. I've missed out on so many
opportunities. I thought you enjoyed
working here. Honey, I I never asked you
to sacrifice yourself for this shop.
>> Well, then it never would have survived.
>> I love you so much. And I appreciate all
that you've done, but God has always
sustained [music] this shop. Not us.
>> No, we're the ones that have been
standing behind the counter every day
balancing the books, worrying about the
bills. Not God. Us.
I can't do this anymore. Grandma, you
deserve more than just getting by. I do,
too.
It's time to let it [music] go.
>> Well, maybe for you, but not for me.
>> Why? It has never been profitable.
>> Oh, but it has. Profit isn't just about
making money. It's It's about finding
purpose.
>> You were once given a life-changing
offer by an investor, and you turned him
down, right? [music]
>> Yes. And given the same opportunity, I
wouldn't change a thing.
>> Well, if I could go back [music] in
time, I'd sell the shop for you. And
it's a good thing God didn't give you
that decision [music] to make.
>> I couldn't [music] continue to sit back
and watch her put blind faith in God
when really it's just a crutch.
If she sells now, she could have the
future she deserves.
What if I don't agree?
>> Then we [music] could end up stuck in
1945 forever.
But if I am right and I was sent back
here to change her mind,
>> then the only way for us to get back
home is if you accomplish that.
>> Now it's everything. Thank you, Joy.
>> Merry Christmas, Joy.
>> Did you find one you like?
>> Yes. This one.
Christmas has felt different [music]
ever since I met you.
>> Well, I can't argue with that one, can
we? [laughter]
>> Well, I'm honored that you come to my
little store to shop for your first
Christmas.
>> That'll be 5 cents.
>> Okay. Right.
>> Oh, no. I've got it.
>> I got it here.
>> No. Uh, here.
>> You still carry change?
>> Yeah. Benefit of being oldfashioned. H,
>> that's a funnyl looking nickel. Is it
real?
>> Does this thing still
>> Oh, I wouldn't do that.
>> I am so sorry.
>> Oh, don't be. It happens all the time.
Oh,
>> let me.
>> Okay. Okay.
>> Don't worry. I've got it.
>> One day, I'm going to replace that silly
carousel.
You know, I couldn't help but notice you
don't have anyone helping around here,
do you? afraid I can't afford much of a
wage. And besides, no one in town knows
how to run a letter press.
>> I do. You do?
>> Yeah. My uh my grandma actually taught
me.
>> Well, isn't that something?
But well, I couldn't possibly ask you to
work for next to nothing.
>> Well, maybe instead of a wage, I could
stay in a spare room if you have one.
>> Well, as a matter of fact, I do. I have
a small bedroom downstairs with a dayb
bed.
Are you sure that'll do?
I'm positive.
>> I think that's a great idea. Especially
since I already have a place to stay in
town.
>> Oh, this is truly an answered prayer.
Managing the shop alone has nearly run
me off my feet. I haven't even had time
to finish decorating for Christmas.
>> Oh, well then let me help you get
started with that right now.
>> That'll be dandy.
Oh, you've got that. Those are
interesting garments.
>> I don't mean to be too forward, but do
you have anything a bit less
eye-catching to wear while you work?
>> Um,
unfortunately, these are the only kinds
of clothes we have.
>> Don't have a lot of change left over.
Oh, it's no problem at all. I'll take
care of it. I volunteer at the Salvation
Army store just down the street. The
shop closes for lunch in 10 minutes.
Maybe the three of us could pop over and
find you something more fitting.
>> I would love that.
>> I'm not much of a shopper, but think the
two of you should go for sure. Some time
to bond.
>> That was a wonderful idea.
>> I think so, too.
Nothing like the thrill of a good find.
It's been a while since I've been
shopping. It's kind of nice.
>> You know what? Me neither. Shall we make
the most of it then?
>> Too dull?
No. Too stiff?
>> Too boring.
>> Now you're catching on.
Oh, what do we have here?
Now, this is something. I
>> usually go for something a little more
practical. We were made to be the light
of the world, right? No harm in dressing
the part.
>> Usually don't let anyone do my hair. I
figured. You don't like letting people
take care of you, do you?
>> Well, I just [music] think when you
leave things up to other people, there's
a bigger chance they'll mess it up. And
heaven forbid someone gets it wrong.
>> Sounds rather exhausting having to hold
it together yourself all the time.
>> Well, it's better than the alternative.
>> Shall we?
>> Yeah.
>> You don't agree?
>> Since the war, keeping the shop has been
a struggle.
>> Sometimes I'm not sure I'll figure it
out.
The truth is I I can't hold it together
myself.
Well, if it's such a struggle, why don't
you sell it?
>> The thought has crossed my mind on
harder days. But no,
>> because even when I can't hold it
together, God can.
>> You showing up and offering to work,
that was his provision.
Have you always been like this?
You're still so young and you just trust
that God will take care of everything.
Well, I'm far from perfect and I
definitely do have my days of doubt.
>> Well, I guess it all started when the
depression hit.
It was a frightening time to be a child.
Pantry was nearly empty and my father
took any job he could, but it wasn't
enough.
And then just before Christmas, my
parents gave what little we did have to
a family who had even less.
>> They did.
And I remember thinking, well, why
couldn't God just provide for both
families? Why would he provide for one
and not the other? And then Christmas
morning came and sitting on my doorstep
was a full Christmas meal that our
church had made. Oh, it was ham, butter,
sugar, things I hadn't seen in years.
But you know what the best part was?
Sitting on top of all of that was a doll
that I had wanted for [music] 2 years. I
never dreamed I'd have it. It was in
that moment that I realized God always
provides. Even when he takes away, he
provides more in return.
And so that [music] night, I sat at the
table and wrote my first tiding to thank
God.
Not bad for someone else doing it, huh?
>> Not bad at all.
Well, would you look at that? Time has
[music] a funny way of slipping by when
you're having fun. Oh,
>> hi, Bennett.
>> Hello.
>> Lunch is over and I best get back to the
shop. Don't feel like you have to hurry.
Oh, I'll be right behind you. And thank
you, Joy. This was really nice.
>> Yes, we've been quite quiet.
>> Wow, we look great.
I didn't want you to feel left out.
Given your enthusiasm for all things old
fashioned, I figured you'd appreciate a
little something from 1945.
>> Wow. Thank you. That was It's really
thoughtful of you.
>> Sure you would have done this.
>> Well, since it looks like you have
everything all figured out here with
Joy, I'm going to change and then scout
the town a bit.
>> Scout for what?
>> Maybe I'll ask around and see if I can
find someone called Fred.
Well, just uh be careful, okay?
>> Don't worry. I won't wander too far.
Unless, of course, someone mistakes me
for Carrie Grant and begs me to star in
one of their movies.
>> Well, good luck with your big Hollywood
dream.
>> Well, good luck derailing your
grandmother's dream.
First things first, a tiding should meet
a person where they are. The right words
at the right time.
>> Exactly what I was going to say. But
before the message, you have to find the
right [music] picture. An image speaks
volumes. Before anything is ever read,
you're already saying something. Love,
care, [music]
celebration.
Joy, you are so gifted. You could really
expand your talents.
>> How do you mean?
>> Well, marketing is my specialty. I could
help you find ways to share your art and
your way with words to make a real
living off of it far beyond the shop.
You could even travel with it to see the
world.
Well, I appreciate your offer truly,
[music] but I love my little post. It's
more than enough for me. Do you see
Matthew [music] over there? He goes to
my church. When I asked if he needed
help, he seemed a little jumpy. [music]
My guess, he's about to propose to a
sweetheart. He often times has trouble
finding [music] the right words, so we
need to find a message that will say it
perfectly. That explains why he's been
here so long. He doesn't know this, but
when he was fighting the war, I helped
his girl make personal tidings for him.
So, in a way, I feel I played [music] a
small part in their love story.
Watch this.
My dearest, [music] I have never been a
man of many words, but if I could put to
paper all that you mean to me, I need a
thousand Christmases to fit it all.
I love you.
>> It is incredible how you do that.
The truth is, I don't feel the need to
see the world because there's nothing I
would trade for the moment I see a
person's face light up, even for just a
second, [music] knowing that I made a
difference.
>> Are you ready to check out, Matthew?
>> Indeed.
Thank you.
Come on.
There's your man.
[laughter]
>> Look at this.
>> Merry Christmas.
>> Hello.
>> These came for you.
You know, growing up, I watched my
grandmother sacrifice over and over. And
>> well, it just hurt my heart knowing how
much she gave and could still barely get
by.
Well, I know the feeling. I watched as
my brother was first in town to enlist
when we went to war and gave up
everything for the cause.
>> Your brother? I don't talk about him
much.
didn't seem fair, especially because he
had his his whole life ahead of him.
>> Watching that kind of sacrifice, it it
changes you.
>> It does.
>> Makes you see things differently,
especially money.
>> You know, I I know you don't think money
is the point, but um in business it is.
Oh, it's not that I'm against making
money, but when my brother shipped out,
he left me everything he'd saved. He
said money doesn't follow us when we go,
so if he didn't make it back, I should
use it to create something that would
stand the test of time.
>> Oh, so you opened this shop.
>> So, I started writing tidings of comfort
and joy.
>> And I'd like to think I infuse everyone
with a bit of his love and legacy.
What are you doing?
>> I'm making a coloring book.
Must be miserable not being able to play
with the other children.
Hopefully a Christmas gift will cheer
him up.
That's a week's worth of work you're
just giving away. I can always make
more.
I'll see you later.
>> You're welcome. It's for you to color
here.
>> Thank you.
>> He is
a lovely idea.
>> [laughter]
>> Well, give me an hour, fellas.
>> By the time I'm back,
>> the shop will be settled.
Joy,
what is this letter for?
Oh, it's a list of the free tidings of
comfort and joy that I send.
>> Free?
Well, to the soldiers, their wives, and
of course, any widows. After what
they've been through, it's the least I
could do.
Well, you know, you're never going to
get ahead if you keep giving things away
all the time.
That's how the world wants us to think.
That's not how God works. He sees me. He
knows what I need even when I don't.
He's given me everything necessary to
open the shop and what's needed to keep
it going.
I want all these men and women to know
that God sees them, too.
Oh, we have a customer.
>> Oh, good afternoon, ladies.
>> I hope I'm not interrupting.
>> Oh, not at all. How can I help you?
>> Fred Whitmore, ma'am. Pleasure to meet
you.
Fred Whitmore as in Whitmore Savings and
Trust.
>> Guilty as charged. I've recently moved
back here from Chicago to oversee the
family business here.
>> Well, welcome back to town, Mr.
Whitmore.
>> Well, thank you. And please call me
Fred. I wanted to stop by in person
because, well, you haven't responded to
any of our letters.
>> Well, that's because I have no interest
in a Whitmoreized business swallowing up
what I've built here. Hm.
Well, I think you misunderstand, Joy. My
family specializes in helping local shop
owners like yourself make a smooth
transition and thrive.
>> I think you're misunderstanding me, Mr.
Whitmore. What I've built here is
thriving. Perhaps not by your standards,
but it is by mine.
>> It's no small feat. Surviving the last
four years, shops like yours will face
challenges like never before. Many won't
make it through the changes ahead. Let
us take the burden from your hands and
make sure what [music] you've built
lasts for years to come.
>> You make a compelling argument, Mr.
Whitmore.
>> But respectfully, my answer is no.
>> Huh?
Well,
should you reconsider,
my office address is on the card.
>> Have a good day, Mr. Whitmore.
>> You too,
[snorts]
>> Joy.
>> Don't you think it's worth at least
hearing him out?
>> Well, I have no need. I've seen what the
Wmore family has done to shops around
town. They don't care about the
customer. They only care about profit.
>> But Fred's offer could change everything
for you.
>> Well, how do you know what Fred's
offering?
>> Do you know him?
Uh,
>> no. No, not personally. I I've just
heard his name before.
>> Well, from Chicago.
>> He has a reputation for giving fair
deals, lifechanging ones.
>> I don't want his money, Ally.
>> But, but Fred said that Tidings of Joy
is in danger. And if he can guarantee
that it keeps making an impact, well,
you could take the money and pay off
your bills,
>> I think this is a sign. You know, Fred,
coming in here today, right after you
said God knows what you need, even when
you don't.
>> Fine, I'll hear him out. But not at some
fancy office. If he wants to meet, it'll
be tomorrow at 8 a.m. at the diner where
I have breakfast every [music] morning.
>> Mr. Whitmore.
>> I can't tell you two how much I
appreciate the help.
>> H glad to be of service.
>> Now, if you eat all the popcorn, there
won't be any left for the tree. Perhaps
that's because there's no string left.
I'll go grab some more.
>> I still can't believe she's meeting with
him tomorrow.
>> Yeah, she obviously trusts you. So, the
bond that you two share must transcend
time.
>> I just hope that she trusts Fred.
>> Yeah, I wouldn't.
>> What if she doesn't? My grandmother is a
stubborn woman, and it's not just her
future that's at stake. This is our
ticket home. Maybe I should
I can't believe you just threw popcorn
at me.
>> How about now?
[laughter]
>> What's your problem? You need to get out
of your head. Let tomorrow worry about
itself. You've done everything you can
for today. You get this chance to
decorate with your grandma for Christmas
again.
You could enjoy it.
>> You're right.
>> I am right.
>> Well, I hope that tree wears the popcorn
as well as you do, Ally.
[laughter]
over here.
>> Perfect.
>> It's amazing what a little Christmas
cheer can do.
>> It's funny, isn't it?
>> We're always rushing around and then
suddenly you add some decoration and
everything feels right.
>> I'll go wash up.
>> Wow.
>> Cookie.
>> Yes, please.
Ah,
you know, I just realized we've been
through a pretty significant life event
together.
>> H time travel.
>> Yeah, time time travel. And uh I still
don't know a single thing about you.
>> Oh, well, I could say the same thing. I
don't know anything about you either.
>> It's true. All right, I'll go first.
What would you like to know?
Why does it bother you so much that I
want to sell the shop? [sighs]
>> I just have this thing about people
taking something pure and turning it
into something it was never meant to be.
>> Sounds personal.
>> Yeah. Growing up in my family, Christmas
was all about appearances. Fancy
parties, tuxedos that I hated, piles of
gifts that nobody needed.
And of course, I go to school. There'd
be this kid that got one gift [music]
and he was happier.
His family had traditions and real
moments of connecting. Christmas for
them wasn't just about [music] showing
off how profitable your year had just
been.
>> I'm sorry. Those are your memories.
>> Don't be. Taught me to be different.
Instead of doing finance and what my
parents wanted, I do what I love.
Illustrating.
Your whole old-fashioned persona makes a
whole lot more sense now.
>> I bet you think I'm one of those guys
who drinks tea out of a tin cup and
calls dinner supper,
>> aren't you?
>> Oh, yeah. Yeah, I guess I am.
>> I just think that when people can go
back and decorate [music] and do things
together like stringing popcorn that it
connects us to our past and it helps us
to enjoy the present moment even more.
Yeah,
>> Bennett, that is really beautiful.
>> Well, I say you've done plenty for your
first day, Ally. And thank you kindly
for your help, Bennett. Why don't the
two of you enjoy the evening? It's
lovely out.
>> Thank you.
Well, if you're CEO, why do you need to
figure out every detail of the launch
strategy by yourself?
>> Well, because if I don't and something
goes wrong, it's on me.
>> Interesting.
>> What?
>> I just find it fascinating that somebody
who spent their entire career helping
people connect finds it so difficult to
receive help or sell.
>> Well, I built the company from the
ground. I convinced investors. I hired a
team. They left stable jobs to take a
chance on this. So, if the startup
fails, it's it's not just me who loses.
It's them, their livelihoods, their
families.
I just don't trust anyone else enough to
care about the launch as much as I do.
>> Right. I get it. That can be scary.
>> I just want to take the right risks,
>> right? Unlike your grandmother.
>> Yeah. Ally, you know, you don't need to
carry the weight of everybody else's
struggles just because you couldn't take
hers away.
>> People who work at your company, that's
not something happening to them. They
chose it, just like you did.
I don't know about you, but time
traveling is exhausting. Going to go get
some sleep.
>> Oh, you never told me where you were
staying.
>> Yeah, I found this uh empty apartment.
Don't worry, us oldfashioned guys know
how to defend ourselves.
>> See you.
>> Bye, Bennett.
>> Good night.
>> Today's the day. Heat. Heat.
The Lord provides.
[laughter]
I I should have sat on that side.
>> Then why didn't you?
>> I don't know. I I think I'm just
nervous.
>> We can still switch if you want.
>> No, no, no. I don't want Joy distracted.
I I need this meeting to go well.
>> Well, didn't she invite you along for
moral support?
>> Oh, you invited yourself, didn't you?
>> I couldn't help it, but but she was very
happy I offered. Oh.
So, what's happening?
>> Uh, he's smoozing and she's smiling.
>> She's smiling.
>> Mhm.
>> That's good. What about now?
>> Oh, we should probably order.
>> Oh, don't worry. I I know you don't have
a lot of change left.
>> Welcome to the Swizzle and Fizz. What do
you have?
>> I'll have whatever the Christmas special
is. Today's is the Merry Maple Muffin.
>> Oh, yeah. We'll do two of those and
that'll be all.
>> Great.
>> She's laughing now.
Oh, okay. If she starts playing with her
necklace, it's a telltale sign. She's
retreating. So, look out for that
because then we might have to intervene.
>> Thank you.
>> Thank you. Thank you.
>> Thank you.
>> Yeah.
Uhoh.
>> What?
>> She's playing with her necklace.
>> What?
>> You You're not really a big fan of
trusting the process, are you?
>> No, that is my grandmother's specialty,
not mine.
>> You know, you're actually more alike
than you think.
>> What makes you say that?
>> I mean, for starters, you're in tech,
right? She's in retail. But both of you
help people stay more connected.
>> Oh, I guess I never thought about it
like that.
>> I see now how much you care about your
grandmother having a better life. And
the way that you talk about people who
work for you, it is obvious how much you
care about them. Like you want to make a
real difference and help people.
That's exactly what your grandmother
did.
>> Thank you.
>> For what?
for seeing the heart behind my methods.
>> Oh, you're ready to thank me again.
>> What? Why?
>> Come with me. Grab the muffins.
>> Oh.
>> Well, I [music] must read this morning
expected.
>> Ah, yeah. Show, but
>> I'm glad I did. You're going to notice.
>> They're not [music] noticing.
>> You've completely brightened an
otherwise dull morning.
>> So, Joy, do I dare hope for [music] the
answer I've been waiting for?
>> Well, I suppose a girl would be silly to
say no.
>> So, is that a yes?
>> Yes. I would be delighted [music] to be
your date for Christmas snow dance.
And and I promise we won't talk a lick
about business. Consider the offer
tabled until you decide. Either way,
no hard feelings. [music]
>> Wait a minute.
>> Uhoh.
Who is he?
>> That's my grandfather.
>> And I'll have my [music] driver pick you
up.
Oh,
>> this must be that Christmas.
>> I'm going to need a little more
information.
>> This is the Christmas that my
grandfather came home from fighting in
the war.
I wish I paid closer attention to the
details of my grandparents love story.
Um, okay. I remember that my grandmother
had said he [snorts] shared a kiss that
changed everything at Christmas time
>> and and that it was a magical moment
like they were in a snow globe and
>> and there was something about dancing
>> Christmas dance.
If my grandmother goes to the dance with
Fred, she's not going to kiss my
grandfather,
which means they won't fall in love,
which means
I
>> won't exist.
>> Oh, please tell me you saw which way he
went.
>> He's going.
Thank you.
up that way. Okay, quick question. What
exactly is the plan here?
>> Oh, simple. We tell him to kick Fred to
the curb, dance with joy at the
Christmas snow dance, have a magical
night, kiss her in what feels like a
snow globe moment so they can fall in
love, have my father eventually all be
born, [music] and then I can travel back
in time to convince her to sell the
shop.
>> Okay, so no plan then,
>> right? I saw the look in my
grandmother's eyes. She could end up
burying Fred.
My entire existence depends upon the
next 5 minutes.
>> No pressure.
>> Merry Christmas, Walter.
>> Well, I'll be George Parker back in the
flesh. You're finally home.
>> Just rotated backstate side today.
>> Oh, it's good to see you, son.
They say you boys [music] were the
backbone out there. I'd say they were
right.
>> Thank you, sir. Uh, how's the family?
>> Oh, they're keeping me on my toes. My
youngest is fixing to get [music]
married, so it's been a whirlwind
planning the wedding.
>> Well, congratulations.
>> Hang tight a minute. Let me grab your
mail. I'll be right with you, too.
>> Take your time. We're just browsing.
>> Here you are.
Joy sent me these.
>> Sure did. Whenever one came back
undelivered, she told me to hang on to
home. She's got a heart as big as they
[music] come. That girl,
>> I saw her today with some fella. Looks
pretty sharp. Fancy suit.
>> Oh, you talk about Fred Whitmore.
He's been sniffing around her shop
lately. Came in just this morning to buy
two tickets for the Christmas snow
dance.
>> So, what's next for you now that you're
home?
>> Something about reinlisting. [music]
>> But he didn't reinlist.
This didn't happen.
>> Looks like that might be changing.
>> But you just got back, son.
>> Still plenty of work to be done
overseas. rebuilding, helping put things
back together, making sure it doesn't
all fall apart again.
>> Are you sure this isn't about something
or someone else?
>> I just don't think there's anything left
here for me anymore.
I got to let my commanding officer know
by tomorrow. If I do reinlist, promise
to say goodbye before I go.
We [music] missed you around here while
you were gone, George.
And I reckon we'll miss you again if you
leave.
>> I think the world [music] kept turning
just fine without me.
>> You cannot let your grandfather
reinlist. If he does, who knows how long
he's going to be gone for.
>> I know. I know. But have to get him to
that dance.
>> We also need tickets for us. We have to
make sure this kiss actually happens.
>> Yeah, but they're $5. We don't have any
cash. Yeah, actually we do.
Hi. Three tickets to the dance, please.
Oh, hi.
Hey. There you are. Thank you so much.
The change.
>> Thank you. Have fun.
>> Okay.
>> Thank you.
>> Welcome.
>> Where did you get the money?
>> When my greatgrandparents first moved to
town, the first thing they did, they
bought this upscale apartment building.
The family lived on the top floor and
they rented out the rest of the
building. Now, on the ground floor,
there was this apartment that we kept
for guests and was furnished. There's
this trick window around the back that
just never really closes properly.
>> Okay.
>> And so, as a kid, I used to sneak in
there all the time. It was my favorite
place to draw to to paint.
So, that's where I slept last night.
[sighs] And this morning when I was
putting the apartment back, I found two
tens under some linen in the cabinet.
Yeah,
>> Bennett, that's amazing.
>> Yeah.
>> Wait, your family lives here? Why didn't
you tell me that earlier?
>> Because um my grandfather
is Fred Whitmore.
>> What?
>> So, you're not the only one who's not
going to exist if we don't fix this?
>> And you didn't think this was important
enough to tell me before?
>> I wanted to. I hate being associated
with them. The minute somebody finds
[music] out I'm a Whitmore,
it's all they see.
>> I understand that now. It all makes
sense.
The tuxes, the piles of Christmas
presents, the the family and finance
obsessed with profits. I'm
>> I'm so sorry. I justified not telling
you because I didn't think it was
something that you needed to know. Oh,
my grandfather died when I was a kid,
and [music] I only knew of him.
I'm really sorry.
>> From now on, no more secrets. Deal.
>> Deal.
>> Bennett, we have to fix this.
>> Okay. I'll take care of George. You head
back and see if you can't convince Joy
that she's back in the wrong horse.
>> Okay.
Excuse [music] me, Staff Sergeant. Can I
give you a hand with that?
>> Oh, sure. Appreciate it.
>> Yeah, it's kind of you to do [music]
this.
>> Well, somebody's got to. Might as well
help me.
>> Right.
>> Name's George, by the way.
>> I I'm [music] Bennett. It's good to meet
you. Listen, the real reason I came over
here is I saw what happened at the diner
with Joy.
>> Oh, was that that obvious? [music]
>> Well, let's just say everyone's rooting
for the two of you to get together.
>> They are?
>> Yeah. You kidding me? You guys are
destined for the altar.
>> I guess it's no surprise I've been sweet
on her since high school. Was smitten to
the point I could barely string together
since when I was around her.
>> But she doesn't see me like that.
Not yet. But trust me, George, she will.
See, my girl works with Joy. And between
you and me, that guy Fred, not the guy
for her.
>> Well, Fred's got everything going for
him.
>> Yeah.
>> Fancy suits, success, the whole nine
yards.
>> And she said yes to dance with him. So,
you just got home from fighting in a
world war. Risked your life every single
day for something greater than yourself.
And you're going to stand [music] there
and tell me that all it takes is some
guy running around in a fancy suit to
back you down.
>> Well, you put it like that.
You go to that dance,
get her back.
>> Ready to go?
>> I think so. Could [music] you believe
this is my first time to the Christmas
snow dance?
>> Well, it should be an unforgettable
evening.
>> That is if you're with the right person.
>> You know, I wasn't expecting to connect
with Fred so much this morning. You're
right about him. He's quite charming,
isn't he?
>> Sure,
but is charm really enough?
>> Oh, I suppose not. But I'm excited to
get to know him better at the dance.
Maybe if it goes well, he'll court me.
>> Oh, I don't think that's a good idea.
Why not? That sure is a change of tune
from yesterday. You were singing his
praises.
>> Well, I said that he's a great guy. I I
didn't mean that he's the guy for you.
Why wouldn't he be?
I get the sense that you want the kind
of love that you write about in your
tidings. You know, the kind that doesn't
burn bright then fade, but but one that
lasts. And sometimes that kind of love
is is found with someone you least
expect. Well, that's exactly it. My
conversation with Fred was so
unexpected.
I misjudged him at the shop, and [music]
I shouldn't have done that. Who knows?
Maybe we could have that kind of love.
Only time will tell.
>> But Joy, don't [music] you think that
mixing business and romance is risky?
You know, if things don't work out, it
could complicate everything. And Well, I
think you should take his offer and just
walk away before it gets messy.
Oh, is that what you're worried about?
>> Oh, Ally, I won't muddle the two. No
matter what happens between me and Fred
personally, the shop will be a private
matter.
>> Oh, someone's at the door.
>> Hello. The shop's closed, but can I help
you?
>> Are you Joy?
>> I am. Is everything all right?
>> Yes. Uh, I don't want to keep you. I
just want to thank you. We've never met,
but my name is Opel and uh
This is the tiding you sent me after my
husband passed in the war. Your words
were a a lifeline in my darkest hour. I
thought I couldn't go on. And I know I'm
not the only one. There are plenty of
military wives around here who'd say the
same.
>> When the way forward isn't clear, God
has a way of sending us just what we
need.
Where is he?
He's in his socks.
Just another reminder that he can give
her [music] the kind of life I'm still
struggling to build.
>> Yeah, but you can give her something
that he can't.
Your heart.
>> Look at her. She's having the time of
her life.
>> She's having the time of her life
because she's dancing, not because she's
[music] with Fred.
Now you go get out there.
>> It's now a bad [music] time to tell you
I have two left feet.
>> What?
>> I'm not a good dancer. If I go out
there, I'll make a fool out of myself
compared to someone like Fred.
>> You're in uniform. How can you embarrass
yourself?
>> Hang tight. I'll be right back.
>> Well, in the words of Carrie Grant
himself, you are the most beautiful girl
in the room.
Well, you polish up pretty nicely
yourself.
>> Thank you. Sorry we're late. George
almost got cold feet.
>> Oh, well that's okay. At least he's
here.
>> Why is he just standing there? I
>> think he needs some courage. Come with
me.
Is it working?
>> Yeah, I think it's working.
>> Where'd they go?
>> Oh, right there.
>> Oh,
>> go get her, George.
>> [music]
>> That's the love I've always seen.
>> Now I just need them to kiss.
Looks like it's happening.
>> No, no, no, no, no, no.
[music]
>> I'll go after it.
>> Yeah.
Bennett,
>> I think he's gone.
>> Oh, this is all my fault.
All I ever wanted was for my grandmother
to have a better life. You know, one
that I thought she deserved. And
instead, I've I've gone and completely
ruined everything because I thought I
knew better. You want to know why I care
so deeply about Tidings of Joy? I took
the job there because growing up, your
grandmother was the only person in town
that told my grandfather no.
Every single business in town cave, but
your grandmother,
she stood strong.
That takes guts,
courage, and a a trust in God.
Everything that I wanted to believe that
people were capable of. Everything that
I wanted to believe I was capable of.
>> I need a minute. I'll be back.
[music]
>> You keep the change.
My grandfather always said a man could
command an entire room [music] just by
wearing a tux.
>> Grandfather was a smart man.
>> Have we met before? You look a little
familiar.
>> Not yet. One, please.
>> Thank you.
>> Your uh your girl leave early.
Yeah, not all of us can pull off [music]
a fairy tale romance like you and your
dance partner.
>> Well, don't get me wrong, she's a fine
girl, but this is more of a business
opportunity.
She's got a stubborn streak. I'll give
her that. But
everyone comes around sooner or later.
>> It won't work.
>> I beg your pardon.
>> Joyy's smart. You twirling her around on
a dance floor is not going to make her
change her mind on keeping the shot.
If you want her business or her respect,
then
you need to lead with honesty.
And trust me, I learned that one the
hard way.
>> Well, with all due respect,
I know what [music] I'm doing.
I'm sorry, Grandma.
I know I'm too late, but I'm so sorry. I
was wrong.
I was so wrong. [snorts]
Oh, please have battery.
There's Fred.
Where are my grandparents?
Oh, I was starting to think I was going
to close this place up all by myself.
>> Sorry. I I went back to the shop. I just
needed a minute alone.
>> I get it. While you were gone, I tried
to talk to Fred, but it just fell on
deaf ears. And now the dance is over.
>> Well, lucky for us, my grandparents
didn't fall in love or kiss at the
dance.
>> And how's that lucky for us?
>> Follow me.
All right. So, tell me, what does this
have to do with your grandparents?
>> Here, I want you to stand in here.
>> Okay.
>> Do you remember I told you how my
grandparents fell in love?
>> Yeah.
>> That they had [music] a kiss at
Christmas time after dancing.
>> Yeah.
>> In a moment that felt like a snow globe.
>> Wow. How did you figure that out?
Remember [music] my grandma always had
that newspaper framed on the wall?
>> Yeah, the one by the desk.
>> It featured a photograph of the
Christmas snow dance. When I first got
to the shop, I took a picture and
[music] I zoomed in on it and I realized
Joy and George aren't photographed.
Because [music] they were never at the
dance.
>> Wait, if they were never at the dance,
why do they have a framed picture of the
article? There was a column [music] in
the corner that honored the shop for its
impact on the community.
>> Oh,
>> plus my grandfather, he [music] just
came back from the war. There's no way
he would have been able to afford
tickets on his own.
>> That's true. We bought him that ticket.
>> Yeah, exactly. He was so thoughtful. You
know, if he couldn't buy those tickets,
he would have made the evening special
in his [music] own way.
And this is where he always planned to
take her.
Okay. So, now all we [music] got to do
is find a way to get them here.
>> [music]
>> Here
[music]
we [music and singing] are alone
sharing Christmas [music and singing]
kisses
underneath [music and singing] the m
Ooh, [music]
locked [singing] inside your arms.
What a [singing and music] sweet world
this is
underneath the mult. [music and singing]
While everyone is asleep, we're wide
awake [music and singing]
together.
Let's stay this way [music and singing]
forever
and never ever
[music and singing]
sharing [singing and music] Christmas
kisses.
underneath
the mer. [music]
[music]
>> Good morning, Joy. I have to tell you
something.
>> Oh, the advice I gave you about selling,
I was wrong. You have to keep this shop.
It's not just a business. It's you.
It's the way you make people feel. It's
the way you remind them that they
matter. And without you here, this town,
it it wouldn't be the same.
Don't ever let anyone else's idea of
what's best pull you away from what God
has already placed in your hands.
You know, I spoke to Fred last night
after the dance.
He was upfront about why he asked me to
be his date and why he's so keen on
buying tidings of joy.
Fred made some sound business arguments
and I appreciated his honesty. But
though I value Fred's good business
sense, I trust God more than the market
forecasts.
I know in my heart I meant to keep this
shop. [sighs]
>> I am so glad to hear you say that.
>> Oh, I have an idea.
>> So I don't know [music] what you said to
him, but he took your advice. I just
reminded him that a straight path in
business is better than a crooked
shortcut every time.
>> So, you told him to be honest with her.
>> Yeah.
>> Oh, hello, Bennett.
>> Hello.
>> How does this sound?
Thank you for your generous offer, Fred,
[music] but I've decided to decline. I
hope you have a merry Christmas.
Sincerely, Joy.
>> Yeah,
>> it's perfect.
>> Great.
>> Oh, just one last thing.
Wait,
how did my grandmother keep the tiding
in the glass case all these years if she
gave it to Fred back then?
Hello.
>> Good morning, everyone.
>> Fred, what brings you in?
>> Oh, just wrapping up a little business.
>> About that. I just made this for you.
I know full [music] well the financial
struggles of this shop, but I'm
determined to keep it. Come with me.
>> And you can't be swayed.
>> My mind's made up.
>> Good. I was hoping you'd say that.
>> Really?
>> I just got word about a substantial
grant my bank awards to one shop at the
end of each year. Aren't you usually
buying up local shops, not donating to
them?
>> Well, every year my family finds a way
to give something back to the community.
The recipient is chosen based on
nominations from [music] the town. And
and this year, Tidings of Joy was
unanimously [music]
selected.
Thanks to the women and servicemen that
were so touched by all the tidings of
comfort and joy [music] that you gave
away during the war.
The grant is enough to keep your shop
going,
>> Joey.
I can hardly believe it.
>> That is very kind of you.
>> Keep this as a reminder [music] to never
lose sight of why the shop matters and
and the difference you make.
[snorts]
>> Thank you, Fred. Truly,
>> I hope you all have a merry Christmas.
>> You take care, Fred.
>> I'm so excited to tell George the news.
I'll be back soon.
>> That's peculiar. Thunderstorm in
December.
>> I think that might be our cue to start
heading back home.
>> Oh, so soon?
Oh, well, I I wish we didn't have to
leave, but yeah, we need to get back to
Chicago.
And now that you have the grant, you can
hire someone to help you around here.
I'm going to miss you. Oh, I'm going to
miss you, too. I'm so happy [music] we
got the chance to meet.
>> Well, I best get back to George before
the storm arrives. Safe travels to you.
Merry [music] Christmas, Joy.
>> Bye, Joy. Goodbye, Ally.
Ally.
I like that name.
And don't forget to latch the door on
your way out. And be sure to drop by the
next time you're in Indiana. All right.
I sure hope this works.
>> Only one way to find out.
>> Wait. Close your eyes first.
>> H.
>> Trust me.
>> God, I know you're in control, so please
bring us back safely.
Amen.
Okay, now we're ready.
[music]
>> Did it work?
It looks like it.
>> Welcome back to present day.
>> The Christmas snow dance. Look at this.
>> That's us.
>> A
[laughter]
Well, I did something this weekend I
should have done weeks ago. [music] I
brought on a launch strategy team.
>> Welcome.
>> And the team has come up with an
entirely new approach because I've
realized that when you do what's
predictable, you'll never do anything
remarkable.
>> The strategy I built was too safe. And
if we launched that way, we would have
been just another app shouting in an
overcrowded market.
I can see on your faces you're all
wondering what happened to Ally over the
weekend. [laughter]
>> Um, [gasps] my grandmother left me an
old Christmas shop that I nearly sold
because I've always thought it was
irrelevant.
But something happened over the weekend
that made me realize why people
continued to go back all year round,
year after year. My grandmother gave
without expecting anything in return.
And because of that, she left a lasting
impact.
>> So what if instead of fighting for
attention, we give it? What if instead
of trying to pull people in, we meet
them where they are?
>> So here's the overview. All [music]
firsttime customers will get an initial
membership for free.
>> No strings attached, no hidden fees. We
invest in them before they ever invest
in us.
>> And we'll [music] partner with Tidings
of Joy, the company that inspired this
strategy. But I I know it's risky,
>> but sometimes stepping out [music] in
faith,
choosing to trust, even when you can't
see the outcome,
>> could be the very thing that leads to
something greater.
>> We don't want to be just another app.
>> We want to redefine what connection
[music] really means.
>> The launch team will tell you about the
specifics.
>> Okay. I love this new [music] side of
you. The strategy, the launch. I knew
you had it in you.
>> Well, I'm getting used to it myself.
>> Well, it suits you. You even look
different. Lighter. Look. Someone who
finally let someone wrap her Christmas
presents.
>> Okay. Who's making you smile like that?
>> Oh, it's nothing. It's just the tiding
shop manager.
>> Wait, the guy who doesn't know how to
text guy?
>> Yeah, that's the one.
>> Okay, now I really love this new side of
you.
>> Okay. No, it's not like that. He's just
he's a friend.
>> Uh-huh. And yet you're smiling at your
phone like it just hung mistletoe over
your head. So when are you leaving?
>> Leaving to Indiana.
Come on. Don't act like you're not
already planning the drive.
>> Okay. Actually, I am going, but only
because he and I need to get a head
start on designing the new tit for the
launch.
>> Mhm. I expect a full business report
when you get back.
>> Ah, there she is.
>> Hi.
>> Thought maybe you forgot how to text or
something.
>> Oh, I just figured I'd answer when I got
here. You know, the oldfashioned way.
>> Uh, how did it go?
>> It went exactly how it was supposed to.
>> Really?
>> Mhm.
>> No last minute overthinking or anything.
>> Didn't need to.
>> Look at you.
We should probably get to work,
>> right? Yeah, I'll go uh I'll go get
supplies.
>> Or we could start with supper.
>> Supper, huh?
>> Yeah. Well, I drove all the way here.
Least you could do is have dinner
[music] with me.
>> Yeah, I'd like that.
I'm going to go uh lock upless.
[singing]
[music]
May your
wish come true.
Let the [singing and music] joy you feel
inside
be home for all. [singing]
I hope you have a blessed Christmas
[music and singing]
like the good old days are [music]
yours.
May your [singing] heart be filled with
all the seasons
joy.
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