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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:25,526 --> 00:00:27,601 - Chloe? We're out of potatoes. 2 00:00:27,753 --> 00:00:29,753 - Oh! I've got some more right here. 3 00:00:30,589 --> 00:00:31,589 Here. 4 00:00:31,681 --> 00:00:33,251 I made a few extra trays last night. 5 00:00:33,275 --> 00:00:34,366 - Of course you did. 6 00:00:36,262 --> 00:00:39,038 You know, you are aware you can take a break. 7 00:00:39,189 --> 00:00:40,614 You've been here since 6:00. 8 00:00:40,766 --> 00:00:42,115 - I'm good, Fred, thanks. 9 00:00:42,268 --> 00:00:43,669 Uh, I gotta get to work soon, anyway. 10 00:00:43,693 --> 00:00:45,522 - Mm, all right. 11 00:00:45,546 --> 00:00:46,712 - Oh, wait, wait! 12 00:00:48,698 --> 00:00:50,527 - 13 00:00:50,551 --> 00:00:53,271 - Huh? Huh? See? This is how you do it. 14 00:00:53,295 --> 00:00:54,553 - 15 00:00:54,630 --> 00:00:57,723 - Bon appetit. - That's right. 16 00:01:18,412 --> 00:01:19,631 - Cheers! 17 00:01:24,901 --> 00:01:26,502 - Thank you very much. 18 00:01:28,756 --> 00:01:29,756 - Thank you. 19 00:01:30,925 --> 00:01:33,166 - Thanks, Monica. I'll see you tomorrow. 20 00:01:33,319 --> 00:01:35,260 Okay. 21 00:01:35,412 --> 00:01:36,740 - Hey, Mom! 22 00:01:36,764 --> 00:01:38,597 - Oh, good heavens, can it be? 23 00:01:38,748 --> 00:01:40,410 Is that really my daughter, Chloe, 24 00:01:40,434 --> 00:01:42,137 gracing us with her presence? 25 00:01:42,161 --> 00:01:43,488 - Ha, ha, ha. 26 00:01:43,512 --> 00:01:45,156 - I thought we were gonna have lunch this week. 27 00:01:45,180 --> 00:01:46,658 - I know. I'm sorry. 28 00:01:46,682 --> 00:01:48,251 I just started volunteering at the thrift store now too 29 00:01:48,275 --> 00:01:50,253 and I just... haven't had a break. 30 00:01:50,277 --> 00:01:51,443 - What about tomorrow? 31 00:01:51,595 --> 00:01:53,498 - Oh, I'm taking Savannah out for a few hours. 32 00:01:53,522 --> 00:01:55,166 - Friday? - Homeless shelter. 33 00:01:55,190 --> 00:01:57,485 Mom, this is the busiest time of my entire years. 34 00:01:57,509 --> 00:01:58,859 There's a lot of people in need. 35 00:01:59,011 --> 00:02:00,452 - I just worry. 36 00:02:00,604 --> 00:02:02,415 - I'll be fine, Mom. I promise. 37 00:02:02,439 --> 00:02:04,492 - Well, can you at least spare your mother a second to try 38 00:02:04,516 --> 00:02:06,625 my new holiday hot chocolate? 39 00:02:06,776 --> 00:02:08,201 - Okay. 40 00:02:08,354 --> 00:02:09,831 - Charlotte Bennett can eat her heart out 41 00:02:09,855 --> 00:02:11,441 at this year's competition. 42 00:02:11,465 --> 00:02:13,351 You wait and see. 43 00:02:13,375 --> 00:02:15,801 Here. Thanks. Hoo-hoo! 44 00:02:15,878 --> 00:02:19,471 - 45 00:02:19,623 --> 00:02:22,766 - All right. Try this. - Okay. 46 00:02:25,721 --> 00:02:28,814 Mm, nutmeg. 47 00:02:28,965 --> 00:02:30,627 Cinnamon, too? - Yeah. 48 00:02:30,651 --> 00:02:33,130 There's no way I come in second place again. 49 00:02:33,154 --> 00:02:34,372 - Not a chance. 50 00:02:34,396 --> 00:02:35,298 - - Uh oh. 51 00:02:35,322 --> 00:02:36,875 Hey, Mom, I gotta get to work. 52 00:02:36,899 --> 00:02:39,324 - Oh, so you still have a paying job, then? 53 00:02:39,476 --> 00:02:40,879 - Funny. - Listen, don't forget, 54 00:02:40,903 --> 00:02:42,714 your sister comes back home tomorrow. 55 00:02:42,738 --> 00:02:45,383 - Yeah, I'll be by to see her. Bye, Mom. 56 00:02:45,407 --> 00:02:47,908 - Chloe? - Yeah? 57 00:02:48,060 --> 00:02:51,373 - You know... those people who are in need around here 58 00:02:51,397 --> 00:02:53,708 are lucky to have you. 59 00:02:53,732 --> 00:02:54,915 - Hm. 60 00:02:55,067 --> 00:02:57,562 - 61 00:02:57,586 --> 00:02:59,928 - Well, we'll have lunch when we can. 62 00:03:02,574 --> 00:03:05,592 - Thanks, Mom. I love you. 63 00:03:05,744 --> 00:03:06,744 - I love you. 64 00:03:24,020 --> 00:03:25,946 Come on, heater. 65 00:03:26,098 --> 00:03:28,207 You have one job to do. 66 00:03:28,358 --> 00:03:30,762 Please be a sport. 67 00:03:56,462 --> 00:04:04,462 - 68 00:04:05,471 --> 00:04:07,412 - Hey, Doug! Got your text. 69 00:04:07,489 --> 00:04:09,375 - Hey! I have a new case for ya. 70 00:04:09,399 --> 00:04:10,991 Captain Michael Fischer. 71 00:04:11,143 --> 00:04:12,729 Been out about a month. 72 00:04:12,753 --> 00:04:14,494 Honorably discharged. 73 00:04:14,646 --> 00:04:16,716 But apparently, he's a tough nut to crack. 74 00:04:16,740 --> 00:04:18,164 - Oh, how so? 75 00:04:18,241 --> 00:04:19,794 - It's nothing serious, but he's refused any counseling 76 00:04:19,818 --> 00:04:20,812 from our department. 77 00:04:20,836 --> 00:04:23,428 - Well, it is voluntary. 78 00:04:23,580 --> 00:04:25,742 - Not if his liaison feels that he's exhibiting difficulty 79 00:04:25,766 --> 00:04:27,652 transitioning back into civilian life. 80 00:04:27,676 --> 00:04:30,269 It's all in there, and he has an appointment with you at 1400. 81 00:04:30,420 --> 00:04:33,605 - Oh, uh, okay. Um... let's see. 82 00:04:33,757 --> 00:04:36,275 Food bank at 1:00 - That's 1300. 83 00:04:36,351 --> 00:04:38,755 - Homeless shelter at 4:00. - 1600. 84 00:04:38,779 --> 00:04:40,498 - That... that should work. - 85 00:04:40,522 --> 00:04:42,642 Well, I'm glad to know you can fit us in. 86 00:04:42,691 --> 00:04:44,094 This is your actual paying job, 87 00:04:44,118 --> 00:04:45,653 taking care of these veterans returning 88 00:04:45,677 --> 00:04:48,323 and helping them transition back into civilian life. 89 00:04:48,347 --> 00:04:49,955 - Thank you for clarifying that. 90 00:04:54,461 --> 00:04:55,939 Do you not think I'm doing a good job? 91 00:04:55,963 --> 00:04:57,015 - Quite the contrary. 92 00:04:57,039 --> 00:04:59,350 You're the best counselor we have. 93 00:04:59,374 --> 00:05:00,835 I'm just worried that you might be taking on 94 00:05:00,859 --> 00:05:03,021 a little too much volunteer work. 95 00:05:03,045 --> 00:05:05,879 - Have you been talking to my mother? 96 00:05:06,031 --> 00:05:07,951 - Look, how long have you been out? 97 00:05:07,975 --> 00:05:09,527 - Just over a year. - Right. 98 00:05:09,551 --> 00:05:11,513 Now, I know that this was just a transitional job, 99 00:05:11,537 --> 00:05:12,956 but... have you considered 100 00:05:12,980 --> 00:05:15,533 staying with our department permanently? 101 00:05:15,557 --> 00:05:17,185 Quite frankly, I'd hate to lose you. 102 00:05:17,209 --> 00:05:18,795 These wounded soldiers won't just listen to anyone. 103 00:05:18,819 --> 00:05:19,985 - Thank you, and I guess 104 00:05:20,136 --> 00:05:22,487 I just haven't really given it much thought. 105 00:05:22,564 --> 00:05:25,043 I'm still trying to figure out the rest of my life. 106 00:05:25,067 --> 00:05:26,399 - Well, fair enough. 107 00:05:26,552 --> 00:05:28,196 In the meantime, take care of Captain Fischer. 108 00:05:28,220 --> 00:05:30,570 If anybody can get through to him, it's you. 109 00:05:30,722 --> 00:05:31,808 - Thanks, Doug. 110 00:06:00,102 --> 00:06:01,443 - Aww. 111 00:06:02,938 --> 00:06:05,416 Hm. 112 00:06:09,611 --> 00:06:11,370 He's late. 113 00:06:20,789 --> 00:06:22,881 - 55... 114 00:06:27,462 --> 00:06:28,606 - Hi, this is Michael Fischer. 115 00:06:28,630 --> 00:06:29,866 Sorry I missed your call. 116 00:06:29,890 --> 00:06:32,891 Give me a message and I'll get back to you. 117 00:06:39,066 --> 00:06:41,066 - No. Okay. Let's go. 118 00:06:55,991 --> 00:06:57,118 - Are you Michael Fischer? 119 00:06:57,142 --> 00:06:59,543 - Howdy. May I help you? 120 00:07:01,070 --> 00:07:02,495 - Well, for starters, 121 00:07:02,648 --> 00:07:03,975 you could've shown up to your appointment. 122 00:07:03,999 --> 00:07:05,498 Hi, Chloe Marquee. 123 00:07:05,651 --> 00:07:06,736 I work for the Soldier's Transition Center 124 00:07:06,760 --> 00:07:08,093 over at the Army base. 125 00:07:09,321 --> 00:07:11,816 - Right. That was today. 126 00:07:11,840 --> 00:07:14,652 - 2 o'clock. - My apologies. 127 00:07:14,676 --> 00:07:16,601 Yeah... 128 00:07:16,678 --> 00:07:18,770 Lost track. 129 00:07:18,922 --> 00:07:22,107 Drove all the way out here? - Yes, I did. 130 00:07:22,184 --> 00:07:25,852 And I have a very busy schedule, so I would like to get started. 131 00:07:26,004 --> 00:07:30,857 - Well, I'm, uh... sorry for wasting your time, Chloe, 132 00:07:31,009 --> 00:07:33,263 but I told my liaison that... 133 00:07:33,287 --> 00:07:37,434 I'm not in need of any guidance, advice, or counseling, so... 134 00:07:37,458 --> 00:07:40,845 - Yeah, we, uh... get that a lot. 135 00:07:40,869 --> 00:07:43,628 According to your file, though, you've been isolating yourself. 136 00:07:43,705 --> 00:07:46,184 You haven't been participating in any activities. 137 00:07:46,208 --> 00:07:48,288 And you haven't found a job yet, either. 138 00:07:50,195 --> 00:07:54,639 - I've been deployed overseas for most of the last 10 years. 139 00:07:54,716 --> 00:07:55,974 I have no family. 140 00:07:56,125 --> 00:07:58,121 My friends have moved on or still deployed overseas. 141 00:07:58,145 --> 00:08:01,721 And... just haven't found the right job. 142 00:08:01,873 --> 00:08:03,960 - Well, it still might help... - I'm fine. 143 00:08:03,984 --> 00:08:05,944 Honestly, I appreciate the concern. 144 00:08:07,212 --> 00:08:08,212 Watch yourself. 145 00:08:13,643 --> 00:08:16,639 - You know, sometimes it might be harder than you might think. 146 00:08:16,663 --> 00:08:19,867 You know, veterans have to learn new skills, 147 00:08:19,891 --> 00:08:22,000 provide for their well-being. 148 00:08:22,077 --> 00:08:25,578 Military life is structured with very clear objectives. 149 00:08:25,731 --> 00:08:28,173 Civilian life, not so much. 150 00:08:28,250 --> 00:08:29,894 I mean, someone in your situation, for example, 151 00:08:29,918 --> 00:08:32,078 has to create a whole new social community. 152 00:08:34,330 --> 00:08:35,847 - Do I? 153 00:08:35,924 --> 00:08:38,903 I kind of like my social community. 154 00:08:38,927 --> 00:08:40,646 - Look, no one's forcing you to do this. 155 00:08:40,670 --> 00:08:42,165 I'm just here to help. 156 00:08:42,189 --> 00:08:44,667 And I'm surprisingly good at it. 157 00:08:44,691 --> 00:08:46,024 - Well, I will, uh... 158 00:08:46,101 --> 00:08:48,527 I'll keep that in mind. 159 00:08:48,603 --> 00:08:51,232 In the meantime, is there any paperwork 160 00:08:51,256 --> 00:08:53,114 I can sign off on or...? 161 00:08:56,111 --> 00:08:57,661 - Why did you leave the Army? 162 00:09:00,282 --> 00:09:01,948 - I got a busy day, too. 163 00:09:02,100 --> 00:09:04,060 I appreciate you checking in on me. 164 00:09:12,201 --> 00:09:13,863 - Hey. 165 00:09:13,887 --> 00:09:16,090 Call me, okay? 166 00:09:44,751 --> 00:09:45,992 - Hi, Merry Christmas! 167 00:09:46,144 --> 00:09:47,397 Oh, thank you, the kids are gonna be so happy. 168 00:09:47,421 --> 00:09:50,291 Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas. 169 00:09:50,315 --> 00:09:52,257 For the kids? 170 00:09:52,408 --> 00:09:53,408 Hi. 171 00:09:56,671 --> 00:09:58,316 Okay, so that should be the last one. 172 00:09:58,340 --> 00:09:59,967 And here are the delivery instructions. 173 00:09:59,991 --> 00:10:01,319 - Thank you. - Of course. 174 00:10:01,343 --> 00:10:04,138 - Hi, Chloe, how's it going? - Great, General O'Toole. 175 00:10:04,162 --> 00:10:06,749 The trucks are packed, the boxes are full. 176 00:10:06,773 --> 00:10:08,607 Another successful food drive. 177 00:10:08,758 --> 00:10:11,070 - I really appreciate you doing this every year, Chloe. 178 00:10:11,094 --> 00:10:13,147 We couldn't do it without you. - Of course. 179 00:10:13,171 --> 00:10:15,149 - By the way, the young girl you are mentoring? 180 00:10:15,173 --> 00:10:16,189 - Savannah, yeah. 181 00:10:16,341 --> 00:10:18,319 - Yes, your request to have her parents, 182 00:10:18,343 --> 00:10:20,079 Captains Olivia and Toby Goodmanson, 183 00:10:20,103 --> 00:10:21,694 home for Christmas... 184 00:10:21,847 --> 00:10:23,082 So I spoke to General Worthington. 185 00:10:23,106 --> 00:10:24,675 He's trying to pull some strings. 186 00:10:24,699 --> 00:10:27,626 But their deployments are difficult. 187 00:10:27,777 --> 00:10:29,497 I just don't want everyone to get their hopes up. 188 00:10:29,521 --> 00:10:30,940 - Well, I haven't said a word to Savannah. 189 00:10:30,964 --> 00:10:33,109 And I... I just thought it was worth a try. 190 00:10:33,133 --> 00:10:35,111 - Well, I haven't given up just yet. 191 00:10:35,135 --> 00:10:37,021 - You know, General, the toy drive. 192 00:10:37,045 --> 00:10:38,506 You know, ever since I've gotten to know Savannah, 193 00:10:38,530 --> 00:10:41,359 I found there's even more children who need our help. 194 00:10:41,383 --> 00:10:43,435 - I know, but I don't think there's gonna be a toy drive 195 00:10:43,459 --> 00:10:45,977 this year. - Wait, why? 196 00:10:46,129 --> 00:10:50,982 - Well, Ben Johnson has left MWR and no one took his place. 197 00:10:51,134 --> 00:10:52,795 So other charities will be getting the funds. 198 00:10:52,819 --> 00:10:54,355 - But in some cases, it's the only gift 199 00:10:54,379 --> 00:10:55,873 these kids will get. 200 00:10:55,897 --> 00:10:59,469 - I know, but the program is just stretched pretty thin. 201 00:10:59,493 --> 00:11:02,068 Position is yours if you wanna try to get it back on track. 202 00:11:02,220 --> 00:11:04,996 - Me? Oh, General, I mean, I... I... I couldn't possibly. 203 00:11:05,148 --> 00:11:07,907 I mean, I don't have a minute left in the day as it is. 204 00:11:08,059 --> 00:11:09,834 - I understand. 205 00:11:09,986 --> 00:11:12,226 Maybe some other organization will fill the gap. 206 00:11:14,341 --> 00:11:16,341 - Okay, I'll... I will do it. 207 00:11:16,492 --> 00:11:17,987 I can do it. 208 00:11:18,011 --> 00:11:20,398 I will find the time. 209 00:11:20,422 --> 00:11:22,255 - That is fantastic. 210 00:11:22,407 --> 00:11:24,402 You really are a go-getter. 211 00:11:24,426 --> 00:11:26,851 I'm sorry the Army has lost you as a soldier. 212 00:11:44,262 --> 00:11:45,870 - Chloe! 213 00:11:46,022 --> 00:11:49,115 - Oh, Savannah! Hey, Aunt Dottie. 214 00:11:49,267 --> 00:11:51,003 - Hi! It's the best part of her day 215 00:11:51,027 --> 00:11:53,378 when she gets to see you. - Ah, mine too. 216 00:11:53,529 --> 00:11:56,751 Okay, do you wanna put up some decorations around town? 217 00:11:56,775 --> 00:11:58,027 - Yes! 218 00:11:58,051 --> 00:11:59,862 - - All right. Have fun! 219 00:11:59,886 --> 00:12:01,846 - Bye, Aunt Dottie. - Bye, Auntie! 220 00:12:04,224 --> 00:12:05,890 - Hey, put that seatbelt on. 221 00:12:11,623 --> 00:12:13,117 - Hey. 222 00:12:13,141 --> 00:12:15,475 Thank you. 223 00:12:15,627 --> 00:12:18,122 - Why aren't you married? 224 00:12:18,146 --> 00:12:20,238 - What? - My auntie really likes you. 225 00:12:20,389 --> 00:12:21,814 So do my mom and dad. 226 00:12:21,967 --> 00:12:23,553 And I heard them say that they can't believe 227 00:12:23,577 --> 00:12:26,244 someone hasn't snatched you up. 228 00:12:26,395 --> 00:12:28,913 - Uh... I don't know. 229 00:12:29,065 --> 00:12:31,802 I guess I just haven't found the right guy? 230 00:12:31,826 --> 00:12:35,253 - Do you even have a boyfriend? - Honestly? 231 00:12:35,404 --> 00:12:38,423 I... I don't have time for a boyfriend, okay? 232 00:12:38,574 --> 00:12:40,091 So next subject. 233 00:12:40,168 --> 00:12:43,261 Uh, what is on your Christmas list? 234 00:12:43,412 --> 00:12:45,224 Oh, come on, there's gotta be something. 235 00:12:45,248 --> 00:12:46,347 - Oh! 236 00:12:47,917 --> 00:12:50,176 Ah! It's your mom! - Yes! 237 00:12:53,331 --> 00:12:54,325 - Hi! 238 00:12:54,349 --> 00:12:56,327 - Mommy! - Hi, sweetie! 239 00:12:56,351 --> 00:12:57,828 Hi, Chloe! - Hi! 240 00:12:57,852 --> 00:12:59,255 - How are you? - Great! 241 00:12:59,279 --> 00:13:00,945 We're putting up decorations. 242 00:13:01,022 --> 00:13:03,000 - Chloe, we can't thank you enough. 243 00:13:03,024 --> 00:13:04,949 - Of course. It's my pleasure. 244 00:13:05,026 --> 00:13:07,285 Well, most of the time. 245 00:13:07,436 --> 00:13:11,030 - Are you and Daddy coming home for Christmas? 246 00:13:11,182 --> 00:13:14,125 - No, sweetie, we talked about this. 247 00:13:14,277 --> 00:13:17,036 You know how much we both wanna be there. 248 00:13:17,188 --> 00:13:20,131 - I know. It's okay. 249 00:13:20,208 --> 00:13:22,945 - I miss you. - I miss you too, Mommy. 250 00:13:22,969 --> 00:13:24,877 So much. 251 00:13:25,030 --> 00:13:26,674 - I'll let the two of you get back to the fun, 252 00:13:26,698 --> 00:13:29,307 and I'll call later. Daddy said he's gonna call, too. 253 00:13:29,384 --> 00:13:32,363 - Okay. Bye, Mommy. 254 00:13:32,387 --> 00:13:33,603 - Bye! 255 00:13:36,558 --> 00:13:39,370 - Chloe, Chloe, do you think my mom and dad will fit inside 256 00:13:39,394 --> 00:13:42,298 Santa's sleigh? - Um... yeah. 257 00:13:42,322 --> 00:13:44,025 I mean, I'm... I'm sure they could. 258 00:13:44,049 --> 00:13:48,195 But... I don't think it's gonna happen this year, sweetie. 259 00:13:48,219 --> 00:13:50,495 - Yeah, I guess you're right. 260 00:13:50,572 --> 00:13:52,533 - Oh, I'm sorry, honey. 261 00:14:02,233 --> 00:14:04,487 - Well, hello. 262 00:14:04,511 --> 00:14:06,155 - Hi. 263 00:14:06,179 --> 00:14:08,215 - Picking up a few things in town, saw you were over here, 264 00:14:08,239 --> 00:14:10,067 thought I'd come say hello. 265 00:14:10,091 --> 00:14:13,518 - I'm glad. Uh-huh. This is Savannah. 266 00:14:13,669 --> 00:14:15,573 Savannah, this is Michael Fischer. 267 00:14:15,597 --> 00:14:19,243 - Hi. - She's my big sister. 268 00:14:19,267 --> 00:14:20,561 - Both of her parents are deployed. 269 00:14:20,585 --> 00:14:23,862 - Ah, yes, right. 270 00:14:24,013 --> 00:14:29,070 I, uh... well, truth is, I was actually... 271 00:14:29,094 --> 00:14:31,347 I was actually gonna call you. 272 00:14:31,371 --> 00:14:35,948 Maybe I could use some advice on adapting a little better. 273 00:14:36,101 --> 00:14:38,187 - Well, then you've come to the right place. 274 00:14:38,211 --> 00:14:40,411 How about I start by showing you where to find 275 00:14:40,455 --> 00:14:43,025 the best hot chocolate in town? 276 00:14:43,049 --> 00:14:44,251 - Sounds great. - All right. 277 00:14:44,275 --> 00:14:45,216 Come on, Savannah, let's take a break. 278 00:14:45,293 --> 00:14:48,105 Don't forget your bag. - Yes! 279 00:14:48,129 --> 00:14:49,532 - Those two are down lower, so that's perfect. 280 00:14:49,556 --> 00:14:51,183 - Yeah, okay. I think it looks nice. 281 00:14:51,207 --> 00:14:52,276 - - Okay, perfect. 282 00:14:52,300 --> 00:14:53,427 Thank you. Appreciate it. 283 00:14:53,451 --> 00:14:55,131 - Yeah. - Hey! 284 00:14:57,138 --> 00:14:59,564 - She does exist. - Ah, you're home early. 285 00:14:59,641 --> 00:15:03,045 - I know. I was gonna call you. 286 00:15:03,069 --> 00:15:04,402 It's so great to see you, Chloe. 287 00:15:04,553 --> 00:15:06,433 - You, too. Welcome home, Sis. 288 00:15:06,555 --> 00:15:08,907 - Hi, honey. How are you, Savannah? 289 00:15:08,983 --> 00:15:10,628 - Mom, this is Michael Fischer. 290 00:15:10,652 --> 00:15:13,389 He was just honorably discharged from the Army a month ago. 291 00:15:13,413 --> 00:15:16,467 - Oh! Welcome home to you as well. 292 00:15:16,491 --> 00:15:18,917 - Why, thank you. - And my sister, Trish... 293 00:15:18,993 --> 00:15:21,085 Lieutenant Barns, First Armory Division. 294 00:15:21,162 --> 00:15:23,254 On leave just in time for the holidays. 295 00:15:23,406 --> 00:15:24,716 - It's a pleasure meeting you both. 296 00:15:24,740 --> 00:15:26,310 - I told him this is where he could find 297 00:15:26,334 --> 00:15:29,594 the best hot chocolate in town. 298 00:15:29,745 --> 00:15:32,263 Mom? The hot chocolate? 299 00:15:32,415 --> 00:15:36,100 - Oh! Yeah, right. - 300 00:15:36,252 --> 00:15:39,306 - - Excuse me. 301 00:15:39,330 --> 00:15:40,513 - Hm. 302 00:15:40,665 --> 00:15:44,183 - God and sinners reconciled 303 00:15:44,335 --> 00:15:45,685 - Savannah, it's been so long! 304 00:15:45,837 --> 00:15:48,332 - Can I show you my patty cake? 305 00:15:48,356 --> 00:15:50,523 - Yes, I have no idea what I'm doing. 306 00:15:50,675 --> 00:15:51,819 - You'll get it one day. 307 00:15:51,843 --> 00:15:53,117 - Thank you. 308 00:15:55,104 --> 00:15:58,342 - It's quite the tribute. - Yeah. 309 00:15:58,366 --> 00:16:01,292 This one here, that's... that's our dad. 310 00:16:01,369 --> 00:16:03,628 - Your dad's in the Army, too? 311 00:16:03,705 --> 00:16:06,130 - He passed away several years ago. 312 00:16:06,207 --> 00:16:08,299 But yes, we are a military family. 313 00:16:12,213 --> 00:16:13,379 - Is that you? 314 00:16:13,531 --> 00:16:17,717 - Six years. Honorable discharge last year. 315 00:16:20,313 --> 00:16:23,367 Excuse me? - Yes? 316 00:16:23,391 --> 00:16:25,650 - Are you married? - Savannah! 317 00:16:25,727 --> 00:16:28,038 Please go help my mom with the hot chocolate. 318 00:16:30,156 --> 00:16:31,516 - I'm sorry. 319 00:16:31,566 --> 00:16:33,043 - It's okay. 320 00:16:33,067 --> 00:16:34,712 Can you tell me where to find the restroom? 321 00:16:34,736 --> 00:16:36,213 - Yeah, straight in the back. - Okay. 322 00:16:39,224 --> 00:16:42,000 - Thank you. Let's go. 323 00:16:42,151 --> 00:16:43,167 - Do tell. 324 00:16:43,319 --> 00:16:45,077 - There's nothing to tell. 325 00:16:45,230 --> 00:16:48,006 I am his counselor and that's it. 326 00:16:48,082 --> 00:16:49,298 - He's cute! 327 00:16:50,735 --> 00:16:52,176 - Mom! 328 00:16:52,328 --> 00:16:54,156 How would you feel if every time I saw a middle-aged... 329 00:16:54,180 --> 00:16:55,755 - Ahem! 330 00:16:55,907 --> 00:16:59,258 - young-ish looking gentleman, I tried to set you up with him? 331 00:16:59,410 --> 00:17:01,260 - I'd thank you. 332 00:17:01,412 --> 00:17:03,815 - You're telling me you're not even a little bit interested? 333 00:17:03,839 --> 00:17:05,668 - No. You guys, it's work. 334 00:17:05,692 --> 00:17:07,152 Besides, I'm trying to figure out my life. 335 00:17:07,176 --> 00:17:08,579 I'm not even in that space. 336 00:17:08,603 --> 00:17:12,530 - You know, sometimes you just have to let yourself feel 337 00:17:12,681 --> 00:17:14,159 and... and... - You know, being vulnerable 338 00:17:14,183 --> 00:17:15,660 to the chemical reaction of a potential life partner 339 00:17:15,684 --> 00:17:18,369 means having my neuroreceptors up to filter out cortisol, 340 00:17:18,446 --> 00:17:21,091 adrenaline, and dopamine that draws one person to the other. 341 00:17:21,115 --> 00:17:23,260 And I have mentally disabled those receptors 342 00:17:23,284 --> 00:17:25,596 until I've accomplished certain things. 343 00:17:25,620 --> 00:17:27,264 - Huh. 344 00:17:27,288 --> 00:17:28,691 - How romantic. 345 00:17:28,715 --> 00:17:30,675 - I don't believe in romance. It's all about chemistry. 346 00:17:30,699 --> 00:17:34,385 And like I said, I have that perfectly under control. 347 00:17:34,537 --> 00:17:37,258 - You need help. - Thanks. 348 00:17:37,282 --> 00:17:39,869 - Oh, here you go. 349 00:17:39,893 --> 00:17:41,612 My famous hot chocolate. 350 00:17:41,636 --> 00:17:44,136 - All right, let's see. 351 00:17:48,401 --> 00:17:50,643 - Mm, okay, um... 352 00:17:50,795 --> 00:17:54,291 cinnamon and nutmeg? 353 00:17:54,315 --> 00:17:57,241 - Ah, a man after my own heart! 354 00:17:57,318 --> 00:17:59,243 Or my daughters. - Mom. 355 00:17:59,395 --> 00:18:01,755 - Savannah, how would you like to help us set up 356 00:18:01,806 --> 00:18:03,581 some Christmas decorations? 357 00:18:03,658 --> 00:18:05,119 - Sure! 358 00:18:05,143 --> 00:18:07,137 - That way, Chloe and Michael could go for a walk. 359 00:18:07,161 --> 00:18:08,586 - Yes! Come on, Savannah. 360 00:18:11,591 --> 00:18:15,259 - Ah, it's... it's your family. 361 00:18:19,324 --> 00:18:22,433 - So, what made you change your mind? 362 00:18:22,585 --> 00:18:24,229 - What? About seeing you? 363 00:18:24,253 --> 00:18:25,897 Uh, I'm not sure I did change my mind. 364 00:18:25,921 --> 00:18:30,419 But I just... think I'm having a hard time admitting it hasn't 365 00:18:30,443 --> 00:18:34,186 been as easy adjusting as I thought it would be. 366 00:18:34,339 --> 00:18:35,816 - Makes total sense. 367 00:18:35,840 --> 00:18:38,282 What you're missing right now is a sense of purpose, so... 368 00:18:38,359 --> 00:18:40,785 What do you like to do? 369 00:18:40,936 --> 00:18:43,529 - Uh, don't have a lot of hobbies. 370 00:18:43,681 --> 00:18:45,326 I like to read. 371 00:18:45,350 --> 00:18:48,345 But I don't know what I wanna do for work. 372 00:18:48,369 --> 00:18:50,202 - What are you good at? 373 00:18:50,355 --> 00:18:51,832 - I'm a good leader. 374 00:18:51,856 --> 00:18:54,296 Did a lot of electrical and mechanical work for the Army. 375 00:18:54,359 --> 00:18:56,687 You know, I... took a lot of training courses. 376 00:18:56,711 --> 00:18:58,911 Was the guy who fixed things around the base. 377 00:18:59,030 --> 00:19:00,783 - Well, there you go. You can start your own business. 378 00:19:00,807 --> 00:19:02,306 - I don't know. 379 00:19:02,458 --> 00:19:04,695 I feel like I need to leave all that behind me... 380 00:19:04,719 --> 00:19:07,395 everything associated with the Army, start fresh. 381 00:19:17,640 --> 00:19:18,823 - You okay? 382 00:19:20,234 --> 00:19:23,494 - Oh, yeah, I'm fine. 383 00:19:23,571 --> 00:19:25,905 - So, what else did you do there? 384 00:19:26,057 --> 00:19:28,833 - Well... the last few years, I didn't see much combat, 385 00:19:28,984 --> 00:19:31,669 so a lot of my energy went into helping them build more 386 00:19:31,820 --> 00:19:34,817 infrastructure, you know, better schools, libraries. 387 00:19:34,841 --> 00:19:36,652 - That must've been so gratifying. 388 00:19:36,676 --> 00:19:40,419 - Yeah, it was. Huh. How about you? 389 00:19:40,571 --> 00:19:42,216 - Bagram. Yeah. 390 00:19:42,240 --> 00:19:45,569 There were some... there were some rough days and... 391 00:19:45,593 --> 00:19:47,554 I had a really hard time adjusting when I came home too, 392 00:19:47,578 --> 00:19:48,998 so... I get it. 393 00:19:49,022 --> 00:19:50,930 - What's your purpose? 394 00:19:51,082 --> 00:19:52,501 - What do you mean? 395 00:19:52,525 --> 00:19:56,747 - I'm just... curious how you ended up, you know, 396 00:19:56,771 --> 00:20:02,678 helping soldiers transition and why you became a... a big sister. 397 00:20:02,702 --> 00:20:04,702 I have a... I have a funny feeling 398 00:20:04,779 --> 00:20:06,996 you probably work at a soup kitchen, too. 399 00:20:09,358 --> 00:20:11,876 - Let me remind you that our objective is to find 400 00:20:11,953 --> 00:20:14,765 your purpose, not analyze mine. 401 00:20:14,789 --> 00:20:16,767 - Oh, I'm on to something, aren't I? 402 00:20:16,791 --> 00:20:19,862 - Okay, let's just focus on you, okay? 403 00:20:21,462 --> 00:20:23,022 - Shall we get started tomorrow morning? 404 00:20:25,800 --> 00:20:27,466 - Tomorrow morning. 405 00:20:27,618 --> 00:20:31,896 - Great. I'll see you then. 406 00:20:31,973 --> 00:20:35,544 - Uh, Marquee's an interesting last name. 407 00:20:35,568 --> 00:20:36,901 What does it mean? 408 00:20:36,978 --> 00:20:39,403 - No great story. Oh, other than we joke 409 00:20:39,555 --> 00:20:42,240 our name will always be up in lights. 410 00:20:43,409 --> 00:20:45,409 - Bright lights at that, aren't they? 411 00:20:46,471 --> 00:20:47,723 Thanks for the hot chocolate. 412 00:20:47,747 --> 00:20:50,414 - Of course. I'll see you tomorrow. 413 00:21:16,759 --> 00:21:18,145 - No, General, I... I have to be... 414 00:21:18,169 --> 00:21:20,686 I have to be at the donation center by then. Um... 415 00:21:20,838 --> 00:21:22,499 - Are you sure it isn't too much? 416 00:21:22,523 --> 00:21:24,760 - No, no, no, I can... I can handle it. 417 00:21:24,784 --> 00:21:26,003 - Are you sure? 418 00:21:26,027 --> 00:21:27,746 - The toy drive is my top priority. 419 00:21:29,956 --> 00:21:31,363 - Okay. 420 00:21:34,460 --> 00:21:36,605 - Sir, can I call you back? - Of course. 421 00:21:36,629 --> 00:21:39,038 - Okay. Bye bye. 422 00:21:50,701 --> 00:21:52,643 - Yup. Yes. 423 00:21:59,393 --> 00:22:01,652 - Did I, uh, miss another appointment? 424 00:22:01,729 --> 00:22:03,729 - No, sorry. I, uh, had an idea. 425 00:22:03,881 --> 00:22:06,565 I couldn't wait. I... I get that way. 426 00:22:06,717 --> 00:22:08,211 What is this exactly? 427 00:22:08,235 --> 00:22:12,049 - That, uh, is a... a program I organized that collected toys 428 00:22:12,073 --> 00:22:14,201 for all the kids in some of those villages. 429 00:22:14,225 --> 00:22:16,812 - That's it! 430 00:22:16,836 --> 00:22:18,463 - What's it? - Every year, the Army 431 00:22:18,487 --> 00:22:20,527 has a toy drive for military families. 432 00:22:20,581 --> 00:22:22,484 But the man who headed it up is gone 433 00:22:22,508 --> 00:22:25,228 and they're prioritizing other charities. 434 00:22:25,252 --> 00:22:27,612 There's a lot of kids who are counting on those toys. 435 00:22:28,906 --> 00:22:30,756 - Okay, but... 436 00:22:30,908 --> 00:22:33,592 - I am putting you in charge. 437 00:22:36,914 --> 00:22:39,431 - Welcome home, Michael Fischer. 438 00:22:39,584 --> 00:22:40,691 - Huh. 439 00:22:42,028 --> 00:22:44,695 This is good. I can do this. 440 00:22:50,611 --> 00:22:51,922 - Fantastic idea. 441 00:22:51,946 --> 00:22:54,227 I can't think of a better person to head this up. 442 00:22:54,265 --> 00:22:56,546 I was sorry to lose you among the ranks, Michael. 443 00:22:56,617 --> 00:22:58,745 You were a great soldier, a great leader. 444 00:22:58,769 --> 00:23:00,097 - Thank you, General. 445 00:23:00,121 --> 00:23:02,173 - I've often said the same thing about you, Chloe. 446 00:23:02,197 --> 00:23:04,101 I'm glad you're still part of the team. 447 00:23:04,125 --> 00:23:05,216 - Me too. 448 00:23:05,292 --> 00:23:07,104 - You'll have our full support. 449 00:23:07,128 --> 00:23:09,795 - Oh, General, but there is a greater need than we thought. 450 00:23:09,947 --> 00:23:11,942 It's shocking how many military families 451 00:23:11,966 --> 00:23:14,558 live paycheck to paycheck. 452 00:23:14,710 --> 00:23:17,764 - Something I would change if I had the power to do so. 453 00:23:17,788 --> 00:23:20,064 - We don't wanna leave a single child out. 454 00:23:20,215 --> 00:23:21,710 - Nor do I. 455 00:23:21,734 --> 00:23:23,604 But as I told you before, all of our funds 456 00:23:23,628 --> 00:23:26,123 have been allocated to other charities. 457 00:23:26,147 --> 00:23:31,909 - So... what percentage of last year's budget can we count on? 458 00:23:32,060 --> 00:23:35,298 - Half, I'm afraid. 459 00:23:35,322 --> 00:23:37,990 Logistical support will of course be no problem. 460 00:23:38,142 --> 00:23:40,120 But you'll have to raise the majority of your funds 461 00:23:40,144 --> 00:23:41,730 from outside sources. 462 00:23:47,001 --> 00:23:49,081 - Okay, then that's just what we'll do. 463 00:23:52,915 --> 00:23:54,985 - I want you try my hot chocolate again. 464 00:23:55,009 --> 00:23:56,508 I've made a few refinements. 465 00:23:56,661 --> 00:23:59,770 I'm leaving nothing to chance this year. 466 00:23:59,922 --> 00:24:01,042 - Hot chocolate contest. 467 00:24:01,089 --> 00:24:02,251 A Christmas tradition around here. 468 00:24:02,275 --> 00:24:04,920 And Mom has yet to win. 469 00:24:04,944 --> 00:24:07,686 - Well, I have a box full of silver medals. 470 00:24:07,838 --> 00:24:09,666 I want gold. It's political. 471 00:24:09,690 --> 00:24:12,950 I mean, you know, Charlotte Bennett knows the judges. 472 00:24:13,027 --> 00:24:15,694 - Well, let's see here. 473 00:24:15,846 --> 00:24:17,788 Let me, uh... see where we're at. 474 00:24:21,869 --> 00:24:22,996 Wow. 475 00:24:23,020 --> 00:24:25,871 That is better than the other one. 476 00:24:26,023 --> 00:24:29,708 - That's because I get my cocoa beans directly from Ecuador. 477 00:24:29,860 --> 00:24:32,303 Charlotte buys hers at the supermarket. 478 00:24:32,379 --> 00:24:35,139 - Well, you got my vote. 479 00:24:35,290 --> 00:24:36,807 - Oh, I wish I could take it! 480 00:24:36,959 --> 00:24:39,159 These judges, they're just... three old fogeys 481 00:24:39,294 --> 00:24:41,198 that have had their wheels greased every year. 482 00:24:41,222 --> 00:24:43,033 I mean, it's just... it's not fair! 483 00:24:43,057 --> 00:24:45,891 - Hey, Mom? You have customers waiting. 484 00:24:46,986 --> 00:24:49,631 - Oh! Um, all right. Well, enjoy! 485 00:24:49,655 --> 00:24:52,301 LJ, good to see you. The usual? 486 00:24:52,325 --> 00:24:54,711 - She gets obsessed with this competition. 487 00:24:54,735 --> 00:24:56,046 I... I know it doesn't seem like it, but it's, 488 00:24:56,070 --> 00:24:57,828 uh... it's all in good fun. 489 00:25:00,241 --> 00:25:03,887 - I can, uh... I can really tell you like being back, don't you? 490 00:25:03,911 --> 00:25:06,170 - Yeah. Yeah, I do. 491 00:25:06,247 --> 00:25:10,082 I really enjoyed my time in the Army, but, um... I missed home. 492 00:25:10,234 --> 00:25:13,322 And being back here now, I, uh... 493 00:25:13,346 --> 00:25:15,824 I really realize how lucky I am. 494 00:25:15,848 --> 00:25:18,827 - How lucky we all are. - Mm. 495 00:25:18,851 --> 00:25:22,686 - Still, there's so many who aren't. 496 00:25:22,838 --> 00:25:25,856 - Speaking of which, I made a list of potential donors... 497 00:25:26,008 --> 00:25:27,336 Uh, corporate, local businesses. 498 00:25:27,360 --> 00:25:29,153 And I'm gonna get the names of all the new children 499 00:25:29,177 --> 00:25:31,377 who we can include from the mentoring program. 500 00:25:32,439 --> 00:25:33,772 What? 501 00:25:33,924 --> 00:25:36,345 - No, I just, um... I'm just trying to figure out 502 00:25:36,369 --> 00:25:38,922 how I fit into all this. 503 00:25:38,946 --> 00:25:40,164 - Oh, believe me, with my schedule, 504 00:25:40,188 --> 00:25:42,000 you're gonna be doing most of the legwork. 505 00:25:42,024 --> 00:25:43,852 - Well, legwork is fine. 506 00:25:43,876 --> 00:25:46,930 I'm... you know, said you put me in charge... 507 00:25:46,954 --> 00:25:47,856 - You are in charge. 508 00:25:47,880 --> 00:25:51,360 - Okay, I'm... 509 00:25:51,384 --> 00:25:53,770 - Oh. 510 00:25:53,794 --> 00:25:55,794 Oh! 511 00:25:55,946 --> 00:25:58,200 - I get that way. 512 00:25:58,224 --> 00:25:59,723 Okay. 513 00:26:01,302 --> 00:26:03,802 This is officially your operation. 514 00:26:03,954 --> 00:26:05,857 There is a reason why I could not take this on. 515 00:26:05,881 --> 00:26:08,785 I've got way too much on my plate. 516 00:26:08,809 --> 00:26:10,234 - Okay. 517 00:26:10,385 --> 00:26:12,105 Yes, this is great. 518 00:26:12,129 --> 00:26:13,737 - Great. 519 00:26:18,152 --> 00:26:20,797 - Uh... you know, actually... 520 00:26:20,821 --> 00:26:22,057 - You know, it could be beneficial... 521 00:26:22,081 --> 00:26:23,466 - If I could get your help getting this up... 522 00:26:23,490 --> 00:26:25,468 - and running... - Smoothly. 523 00:26:31,148 --> 00:26:32,664 - Ah, yeah. 524 00:26:32,817 --> 00:26:35,404 Well, I think, um... 525 00:26:35,428 --> 00:26:39,263 I think we've made a pretty good team so far. 526 00:26:39,414 --> 00:26:43,100 I mean, it'll all be that much more productive. 527 00:26:43,251 --> 00:26:44,343 At least until... 528 00:26:44,495 --> 00:26:46,823 - It's all up and running smoothly. 529 00:26:46,847 --> 00:26:48,272 - Right, yeah. 530 00:26:51,259 --> 00:26:53,755 You know... I've actually been thinking. 531 00:26:53,779 --> 00:26:57,092 Um, if we're gonna use outside sources, 532 00:26:57,116 --> 00:27:00,951 then let's not limit this to just military families. 533 00:27:01,028 --> 00:27:03,673 Let's expand the program like you wanted, right? 534 00:27:03,697 --> 00:27:06,009 But to everyone, the entire community. 535 00:27:06,033 --> 00:27:08,700 - That's a fantastic idea. 536 00:27:08,853 --> 00:27:10,085 - Thank you. 537 00:27:11,964 --> 00:27:14,798 So... where do we start? 538 00:27:14,875 --> 00:27:19,470 - To see if those outside sources are even necessary. 539 00:27:19,546 --> 00:27:21,007 - All right. 540 00:27:28,222 --> 00:27:29,958 - Can't tell you how hard I worked on 541 00:27:29,982 --> 00:27:31,793 getting this new community center. 542 00:27:31,817 --> 00:27:35,538 Almost 50 new jobs, keep this town humming along, diversify, 543 00:27:35,562 --> 00:27:36,798 growth, am I right? 544 00:27:36,822 --> 00:27:38,300 - You're absolutely right, Mayor Betz. 545 00:27:38,324 --> 00:27:39,823 All the more reason to support. 546 00:27:39,975 --> 00:27:41,878 - I wish we were in a better position to help out, Chloe. 547 00:27:41,902 --> 00:27:43,046 - Yeah, but as you can see... 548 00:27:43,070 --> 00:27:45,162 - I thought Army organized the toy drive. 549 00:27:45,313 --> 00:27:47,884 - We are in need of additional funds this year. 550 00:27:47,908 --> 00:27:49,886 - City coffers are dry. 551 00:27:49,910 --> 00:27:52,314 We barely have it in the budget for our regular Christmas events 552 00:27:52,338 --> 00:27:54,171 as it is. 553 00:27:54,322 --> 00:27:56,915 - Your image as an elected official is directly tied to 554 00:27:57,067 --> 00:27:59,321 the image of Maple Grove, wouldn't you say? 555 00:27:59,345 --> 00:28:00,989 - Yes, I would. 556 00:28:01,013 --> 00:28:03,492 - Okay, well, this year, we're expanding the toy drive 557 00:28:03,516 --> 00:28:06,091 beyond military families. 558 00:28:06,243 --> 00:28:07,904 - The families that live in the city 559 00:28:07,928 --> 00:28:10,095 where you're up for reelection. 560 00:28:16,178 --> 00:28:18,231 - You make a good point. 561 00:28:18,255 --> 00:28:21,510 I'll see what I can spare. It won't be much. 562 00:28:21,534 --> 00:28:23,942 The amount doesn't really matter, does it? 563 00:28:24,094 --> 00:28:26,848 It's the spirit of giving what you can, am I right? 564 00:28:26,872 --> 00:28:29,039 - We will take whatever you can give us. 565 00:28:29,191 --> 00:28:30,615 - I'll be in touch. 566 00:28:31,936 --> 00:28:34,545 Sure would be nice if we got some Christmas snow this year. 567 00:28:39,944 --> 00:28:41,345 I mean, without any real help from the city, 568 00:28:41,369 --> 00:28:43,440 this might be tougher to pull off than we thought. 569 00:28:43,464 --> 00:28:46,443 - Then we'll just do it the old-fashioned way, 570 00:28:46,467 --> 00:28:47,799 door to door if we have to. 571 00:28:47,952 --> 00:28:49,893 - 572 00:28:49,970 --> 00:28:51,522 - Yeah, you know what? You're right. 573 00:28:51,546 --> 00:28:52,896 There's a lot of generous people 574 00:28:52,973 --> 00:28:55,118 in this community who still wanna help. 575 00:28:55,142 --> 00:28:57,067 - You know, I was thinking. 576 00:28:57,219 --> 00:29:00,215 "Toy Drive" is... is so generic, right? 577 00:29:00,239 --> 00:29:01,624 It's a good cause, people might donate. 578 00:29:01,648 --> 00:29:04,149 But if we want this to be something special, 579 00:29:04,301 --> 00:29:05,909 it has to inspire people. 580 00:29:06,061 --> 00:29:07,280 - Yeah. No, no, I'm with you. 581 00:29:07,304 --> 00:29:09,558 Like, um... like a theme. 582 00:29:09,582 --> 00:29:12,249 - Think about what we do in the military when we go into combat. 583 00:29:12,326 --> 00:29:13,636 We name them, right? 584 00:29:13,660 --> 00:29:15,994 Operation Enduring Freedom. 585 00:29:16,146 --> 00:29:19,331 Operation Toy Drive just doesn't have a ring to it. 586 00:29:19,483 --> 00:29:20,999 - Operation Santa Claus. 587 00:29:25,672 --> 00:29:27,765 - I love it. It's perfect. 588 00:29:27,916 --> 00:29:29,227 - Thanks. Oh, I'm sorry. 589 00:29:29,251 --> 00:29:32,489 I, uh... I'm working at the soup kitchen tonight. 590 00:29:32,513 --> 00:29:34,416 - I knew it! I knew it! 591 00:29:34,440 --> 00:29:36,493 - Funny. 592 00:29:36,517 --> 00:29:38,587 Tomorrow, then? 593 00:29:38,611 --> 00:29:40,330 - First thing. 594 00:29:40,354 --> 00:29:41,498 - Okay. 595 00:30:16,723 --> 00:30:18,315 - Oh, hi. 596 00:30:18,466 --> 00:30:21,560 You... do realize it's 0600. 597 00:30:21,712 --> 00:30:24,466 - Seriously? Come on, reveille. You should be used to it. 598 00:30:24,490 --> 00:30:26,209 Besides, early bird gets the worm. 599 00:30:29,403 --> 00:30:31,214 - Come on in. I'll be ready in a minute. 600 00:30:35,501 --> 00:30:37,668 - Thank you. - Yes, of course. 601 00:30:37,819 --> 00:30:39,389 Where did you find this place? 602 00:30:39,413 --> 00:30:43,173 - Through a buddy. It's, uh... perfect, right? 603 00:30:46,679 --> 00:30:48,420 - Yeah, mm-hmm. 604 00:30:49,515 --> 00:30:52,182 - Well, make yourself at home. I'll be quick. 605 00:30:56,597 --> 00:30:59,097 - I... I... I love what you've done with it. 606 00:30:59,249 --> 00:31:00,357 - Oh... 607 00:31:02,677 --> 00:31:06,363 I mean, it's only... it's only been a month since I... 608 00:31:06,514 --> 00:31:08,282 I'll get that. 609 00:31:09,201 --> 00:31:11,071 - It's Christmas. 610 00:31:18,602 --> 00:31:20,580 - You haven't had time yet to unpack either? 611 00:31:20,604 --> 00:31:22,098 - Yeah, I'm, uh... 612 00:31:22,122 --> 00:31:24,362 still trying to figure out the rest of my life, you know? 613 00:31:28,870 --> 00:31:32,055 - You don't intend to stay? 614 00:31:32,207 --> 00:31:34,725 - Well, I may just, uh, fix this place up and flip it. 615 00:31:37,379 --> 00:31:41,064 Yeah, it depends on reasons to stay, really. 616 00:31:47,648 --> 00:31:49,698 - Shall we? 617 00:31:53,487 --> 00:31:55,078 - Okay, so I was thinking. 618 00:31:55,155 --> 00:31:57,726 Every year, the toy drive is kind of a dull event, you know? 619 00:31:57,750 --> 00:31:59,249 The... the toys come in, 620 00:31:59,401 --> 00:32:00,803 they're passed out to kids who wait in line. 621 00:32:00,827 --> 00:32:04,065 There's no, like, celebration or anything. 622 00:32:04,089 --> 00:32:06,568 - So, uh, you think we should have, like, 623 00:32:06,592 --> 00:32:08,144 a Christmas party where we hand out the gifts? 624 00:32:08,168 --> 00:32:10,502 - Exactly. We could have it on Christmas Eve. 625 00:32:10,654 --> 00:32:11,798 That way, people can still spend 626 00:32:11,822 --> 00:32:14,075 Christmas Day with their families. 627 00:32:14,099 --> 00:32:15,485 - It'll cost more money. 628 00:32:15,509 --> 00:32:18,321 - Well, after today, the donors will be lining up. 629 00:32:18,345 --> 00:32:20,270 - You certainly are optimistic. 630 00:32:20,422 --> 00:32:22,105 - It's the season of miracles. 631 00:32:25,352 --> 00:32:27,519 - Uh... we should probably take your car. 632 00:32:27,671 --> 00:32:30,522 My, uh... my heater's broken. 633 00:32:30,674 --> 00:32:33,617 - Well, I just spent the last 10 years in Afghanistan. 634 00:32:33,694 --> 00:32:35,430 Looking forward to a little less heat. 635 00:32:35,454 --> 00:32:36,861 - Look, I promise 636 00:32:37,014 --> 00:32:39,676 I'm gonna take it in as soon as I have some free time. 637 00:32:39,700 --> 00:32:41,603 - Free time? 638 00:32:41,627 --> 00:32:44,164 Now, that would be a miracle. 639 00:32:44,188 --> 00:32:45,515 - Heh. 640 00:32:48,450 --> 00:32:51,613 - Randall Industries, President Thomas James. 641 00:32:51,637 --> 00:32:54,546 - Just rings with generosity. 642 00:32:54,698 --> 00:32:56,139 - Thanks. 643 00:33:00,795 --> 00:33:02,699 - It's like they all have the same script. 644 00:33:02,723 --> 00:33:04,793 "I'm sorry, we've already donated to other causes." 645 00:33:04,817 --> 00:33:06,316 - It's okay, all right? 646 00:33:06,468 --> 00:33:07,778 It's like the first thing that happens in every battle. 647 00:33:07,802 --> 00:33:09,464 You throw out the first strategy, 648 00:33:09,488 --> 00:33:10,857 come up with a new one. 649 00:33:12,399 --> 00:33:14,157 - It's perfect. 650 00:33:14,234 --> 00:33:15,804 - What's perfect? 651 00:33:15,828 --> 00:33:17,494 - We don't need a new strategy. 652 00:33:18,980 --> 00:33:20,580 We need a new face. 653 00:33:26,338 --> 00:33:28,374 - All you would have to do is sit by our side. 654 00:33:28,398 --> 00:33:30,393 It's gonna be a lot harder for people to say no, you know, 655 00:33:30,417 --> 00:33:31,820 if there's a child in the room. 656 00:33:31,844 --> 00:33:33,764 - But I don't need another toy. 657 00:33:33,828 --> 00:33:35,345 The other kids do. 658 00:33:35,422 --> 00:33:37,884 - Okay, uh... think of it like acting in a commercial 659 00:33:37,908 --> 00:33:41,593 for a good cause so that those other kids do get a toy. 660 00:33:41,745 --> 00:33:43,389 - Yeah, and some of those kids are your friends, 661 00:33:43,413 --> 00:33:45,316 so this is your way of helping them. 662 00:33:45,340 --> 00:33:47,318 And I really have to be at the winter clothing donation center 663 00:33:47,342 --> 00:33:49,526 in 30 minutes, so we need your help. 664 00:33:49,677 --> 00:33:50,777 - Hmm. 665 00:33:54,091 --> 00:33:55,918 - You know what, guys? I'm all in. 666 00:33:55,942 --> 00:33:57,587 - Oh, mm! 667 00:33:57,611 --> 00:32:04,065 - Perfect. You guys got this. 668 00:32:04,089 --> 00:32:06,572 - So, uh, you think we should have, like, 669 00:34:06,694 --> 00:34:10,767 - So this store has been here a long time, Mrs. Gadbaw. 670 00:34:10,791 --> 00:34:12,527 You must be very proud of that. 671 00:34:12,551 --> 00:34:13,792 - I am. 672 00:34:13,944 --> 00:34:16,865 A lot of loyal shoppers here in the community. 673 00:34:16,889 --> 00:34:19,389 - Then why do you give less than 1% of your profits 674 00:34:19,466 --> 00:34:21,703 to the local charities? 675 00:34:23,044 --> 00:34:24,873 I don't think that's true. 676 00:34:24,897 --> 00:34:26,897 - Oh, well, I... 677 00:34:27,048 --> 00:34:30,734 I, uh, actually have it all... 678 00:34:30,811 --> 00:34:31,938 have it all right here. 679 00:34:31,962 --> 00:34:35,572 Um... I can see the numbers. 680 00:34:35,649 --> 00:34:39,242 - Oh. - Maybe it's a typo. I don't... 681 00:34:39,319 --> 00:34:43,246 - Oh, well, it... it's a family business. 682 00:34:43,323 --> 00:34:45,283 Markets are down, expenses are up, 683 00:34:45,400 --> 00:34:48,638 and I'm afraid I'm just not in a position to contribute 684 00:34:48,662 --> 00:34:50,732 this year. 685 00:34:53,650 --> 00:34:54,627 - Daddy? 686 00:34:54,651 --> 00:34:55,926 You promised! 687 00:34:56,077 --> 00:34:57,630 You said all the children will have 688 00:34:57,654 --> 00:35:00,505 a lovely Christmas this year. 689 00:35:08,923 --> 00:35:11,349 - Uh, I'm... 690 00:35:11,501 --> 00:35:12,754 - Just one minute, okay? 691 00:35:12,778 --> 00:35:14,519 Yeah. 692 00:35:20,844 --> 00:35:23,862 - So, who can I make this out to? 693 00:35:28,535 --> 00:35:29,829 - Did it work? 694 00:35:29,853 --> 00:35:31,461 - Yes! 695 00:35:31,538 --> 00:35:33,683 But I'm not sure that was setting a very good example. 696 00:35:33,707 --> 00:35:35,501 Besides, that's how a lot of kids will feel if they 697 00:35:35,525 --> 00:35:37,801 have no presents to open, so, you know... 698 00:35:37,952 --> 00:35:39,781 - Good point. 699 00:35:39,805 --> 00:35:42,024 I think I need an agent. 700 00:35:42,048 --> 00:35:44,861 - I... I think you're on to something. 701 00:35:44,885 --> 00:35:47,552 In the meantime, we got our first donation! 702 00:35:47,704 --> 00:35:49,457 - Yes! - Woo-hoo! 703 00:35:49,481 --> 00:35:52,557 That's you! - Yes! 704 00:35:52,709 --> 00:35:53,962 - Good job! 705 00:35:56,822 --> 00:35:58,396 - You guys did it! 706 00:35:58,548 --> 00:36:00,802 - Operation Santa Claus. 707 00:36:00,826 --> 00:36:02,470 May the money keep pouring in. 708 00:36:02,494 --> 00:36:04,736 - Here, here. 709 00:36:06,406 --> 00:36:08,384 - One of the things I did when I was in Afghanistan is 710 00:36:08,408 --> 00:36:11,668 we asked the kids if there was something specific they wanted. 711 00:36:11,819 --> 00:36:14,649 And we found ways to track it down. 712 00:36:14,673 --> 00:36:15,892 It wasn't always easy. 713 00:36:15,916 --> 00:36:17,543 - Yeah, but it made it personal for them. 714 00:36:17,567 --> 00:36:18,675 - That's right, yeah. 715 00:36:18,826 --> 00:36:20,546 Well, I would like to do the same with our kids, 716 00:36:20,570 --> 00:36:23,399 not just some generic toy we didn't put any thought into, 717 00:36:23,423 --> 00:36:24,514 you know? 718 00:36:24,591 --> 00:36:26,850 Still a week left until Christmas. 719 00:36:27,001 --> 00:36:28,554 Plenty of time for them to write to Santa, 720 00:36:28,578 --> 00:36:29,813 addressed to Operation Santa Claus. 721 00:36:29,837 --> 00:36:31,855 - I love that. 722 00:36:31,932 --> 00:36:36,504 You know, for such a big guy, you have a really soft heart. 723 00:36:38,530 --> 00:36:40,508 - Don't tell my Army buddies. 724 00:36:40,532 --> 00:36:41,865 - You miss them, huh? 725 00:36:42,016 --> 00:36:43,700 - Yeah. Yeah, I do. 726 00:36:43,777 --> 00:36:46,945 I, uh... I miss our camaraderie. 727 00:36:47,097 --> 00:36:48,613 I miss the accomplishments. 728 00:36:48,765 --> 00:36:51,708 So... thank you for giving me something meaningful to do, 729 00:36:51,859 --> 00:36:52,859 Chloe. 730 00:36:52,936 --> 00:36:55,545 It's been a big help. - I'm glad. 731 00:36:55,697 --> 00:36:59,549 - Yoo-hoo! Hey! Oh, I'm sorry we're late. 732 00:36:59,626 --> 00:37:02,886 My shop has never been busier. 733 00:37:02,963 --> 00:37:06,442 Well, it seems you two have been inseparable. 734 00:37:06,466 --> 00:37:10,538 - Operation Santa Claus is keeping us very busy, Mom. 735 00:37:10,562 --> 00:37:12,615 - Hot cider, anything...? 736 00:37:12,639 --> 00:37:15,601 - Yeah, that'd be great thanks. - Okay. 737 00:37:15,625 --> 00:37:16,878 - Well? 738 00:37:16,902 --> 00:37:18,955 - I think I told you, it's work. 739 00:37:18,979 --> 00:37:21,382 I'm serious. It's what I do. 740 00:37:21,406 --> 00:37:23,740 - Yeah, uh, hanging out together at social events? 741 00:37:23,817 --> 00:37:26,409 - It's just helping him assimilate, that's all. 742 00:37:26,561 --> 00:37:27,871 - Well... - Uh-huh. 743 00:37:27,895 --> 00:37:30,132 - he seems very nice. You could do a lot worse. 744 00:37:30,156 --> 00:37:31,893 - You two are hopeless. 745 00:37:34,920 --> 00:37:36,639 - General! - Hello, Chloe. 746 00:37:36,663 --> 00:37:39,422 I've spoken with my superiors to find some additional funds 747 00:37:39,574 --> 00:37:41,424 for Operation Santa Claus. 748 00:37:41,501 --> 00:37:43,760 No promises, but I'm working on it. 749 00:37:43,911 --> 00:37:45,740 Also, with the other business we discussed. 750 00:37:45,764 --> 00:37:46,844 - Thank you, General. 751 00:37:46,914 --> 00:37:48,932 - Um... what other business? 752 00:37:49,083 --> 00:37:51,483 - Well, you can't say anything, but we're trying to get 753 00:37:51,586 --> 00:37:53,990 Savannah's parents home for Christmas. 754 00:37:54,014 --> 00:37:54,916 - Oh! 755 00:37:54,940 --> 00:37:56,642 - That'd be terrific. 756 00:37:56,666 --> 00:37:59,943 - Well, it's a longshot. 757 00:38:00,094 --> 00:38:03,521 - Uh... General, this is, uh, my mother, Lynn. 758 00:38:03,673 --> 00:38:06,002 Mom, this is General O'Toole. 759 00:38:06,026 --> 00:38:08,066 - It's a pleasure to meet you, General. 760 00:38:08,178 --> 00:38:09,452 - Likewise. 761 00:38:09,529 --> 00:38:11,173 - And you know my sister, Lieutenant Trish Barns. 762 00:38:11,197 --> 00:38:15,625 - Yes, at least one member of the family is still in uniform. 763 00:38:15,702 --> 00:38:17,939 I knew your husband. He was a great man. 764 00:38:17,963 --> 00:38:19,607 Great soldier. 765 00:38:19,631 --> 00:38:21,609 - Thank you, General O'Toole. 766 00:38:21,633 --> 00:38:23,049 - Please, just call me Peter. 767 00:38:24,803 --> 00:38:27,470 - Peter O'Toole? - Yes. 768 00:38:27,547 --> 00:38:28,858 Found it rather fitting 769 00:38:28,882 --> 00:38:31,883 since I did three tours in the Middle East. 770 00:38:32,035 --> 00:38:33,977 - Of course. 771 00:38:34,128 --> 00:38:35,515 That's lovely. 772 00:38:35,539 --> 00:38:37,107 Peter O'Toole, like "Lawrence of Arabia." 773 00:38:37,131 --> 00:38:39,223 Excuse me. 774 00:38:41,227 --> 00:38:42,652 - Excuse me. 775 00:38:44,305 --> 00:38:46,042 - Mom! 776 00:38:46,066 --> 00:38:47,231 - I'm sorry. 777 00:38:47,384 --> 00:38:48,636 I don't know what came over me. 778 00:38:48,660 --> 00:38:49,900 - He's my commanding officer. 779 00:38:49,977 --> 00:38:51,472 Jeez, Mom! 780 00:38:52,722 --> 00:38:55,034 - What... what did I miss? 781 00:38:55,058 --> 00:38:56,978 - Whew! 782 00:38:57,002 --> 00:38:58,842 Nothing. Nothing, it's okay. 783 00:39:00,747 --> 00:39:02,672 - Dashing through the snow 784 00:39:02,749 --> 00:39:05,008 In a one-horse open sleigh 785 00:39:05,159 --> 00:39:07,510 Over the fields we go 786 00:39:07,587 --> 00:39:09,824 Laughing all the way 787 00:39:09,848 --> 00:39:12,015 Bells are about to ring 788 00:39:12,092 --> 00:39:13,995 Making spirits bright 789 00:39:14,019 --> 00:39:16,260 What fun it is to ride and sing 790 00:39:16,413 --> 00:39:18,166 A sleighing song tonight 791 00:39:22,176 --> 00:39:25,195 - Well, I had a great time. Thanks for the invite. 792 00:39:25,271 --> 00:39:27,197 - Hey, me too. I'm, uh... 793 00:39:27,348 --> 00:39:28,843 I'm glad you wanted to come out with us. 794 00:39:28,867 --> 00:39:31,512 I know it's not always easy meeting new people. 795 00:39:31,536 --> 00:39:34,612 - Yeah. Having a good counselor really helps. 796 00:39:34,764 --> 00:39:36,206 - Thanks. 797 00:39:36,357 --> 00:39:38,875 You, uh, need a ride home? 798 00:39:38,952 --> 00:39:40,118 - Uh, no, thanks. 799 00:39:40,270 --> 00:39:43,024 I'm, uh, meeting up with an old buddy of mine 800 00:39:43,048 --> 00:39:45,860 I haven't seen in a while, so... 801 00:39:45,884 --> 00:39:47,770 - Okay. I will, um... 802 00:39:47,794 --> 00:39:49,088 I'll check in with you tomorrow, then. 803 00:39:49,112 --> 00:39:50,112 - Okay. 804 00:39:53,950 --> 00:39:56,801 - Uh, hey! Um... uh... 805 00:39:56,953 --> 00:39:58,706 I was just thinking, if you'd like, 806 00:39:58,730 --> 00:40:01,231 I could take a look at your heater. 807 00:40:01,382 --> 00:40:04,809 You know... I'm feeling like 808 00:40:04,961 --> 00:40:07,715 it might be time to open up that toolbox again. 809 00:40:09,741 --> 00:40:11,127 - Yeah. I mean, I guess that would be 810 00:40:11,151 --> 00:40:13,221 part of the whole process, right? 811 00:40:13,245 --> 00:40:14,245 - Yeah, of course. 812 00:40:14,395 --> 00:40:15,798 - I don't wanna trouble you, though. 813 00:40:15,822 --> 00:40:16,949 - It's no trouble. 814 00:40:16,973 --> 00:40:18,634 - My car can be... pretty stubborn. 815 00:40:18,658 --> 00:40:20,228 - Yeah, well, so can I. 816 00:40:21,920 --> 00:40:24,587 - Bring her by tomorrow, huh? 817 00:40:24,664 --> 00:40:28,091 - Okay, then. I'll see you then. 818 00:40:28,242 --> 00:40:30,738 - Looking forward. 819 00:40:57,347 --> 00:40:59,289 - Hand me a 3/8 socket, please. 820 00:41:04,537 --> 00:41:07,130 - Here you go. - Ah, thank you. 821 00:41:07,281 --> 00:41:09,466 - Did you fix a lot of old cars in Afghanistan? 822 00:41:09,542 --> 00:41:11,709 - Heh, you'd be surprised. 823 00:41:11,861 --> 00:41:13,428 Clamp? - Oh. 824 00:41:15,790 --> 00:41:17,526 Here you go. - Thank you. 825 00:41:17,550 --> 00:41:20,362 - So I'm curious why you did toy drives over there. 826 00:41:20,386 --> 00:41:24,722 - Well, grew up in foster care, house to house. 827 00:41:24,874 --> 00:41:26,352 Every Christmas, I sought out anyone 828 00:41:26,376 --> 00:41:29,652 who was sponsoring toy drives or any other charity. 829 00:41:31,305 --> 00:41:33,801 I had to fend for myself. 830 00:41:33,825 --> 00:41:36,212 Some years, it was the only gift I got. 831 00:41:36,236 --> 00:41:38,030 - You were never adopted? 832 00:41:38,054 --> 00:41:40,641 - No. - I'm sorry. 833 00:41:40,665 --> 00:41:42,718 - No, it's why I joined the Army when I did. 834 00:41:42,742 --> 00:41:44,125 - So why did you leave? 835 00:41:45,504 --> 00:41:47,003 - Well... 836 00:41:48,898 --> 00:41:50,673 I guess I got... 837 00:41:50,825 --> 00:41:53,488 dinged up a few too many times, you know? 838 00:41:53,512 --> 00:41:55,564 My best friend got reassigned 839 00:41:55,588 --> 00:41:59,494 and I just felt like I needed a new challenge, you know? 840 00:41:59,518 --> 00:42:01,329 Change. 841 00:42:01,353 --> 00:42:03,353 Get on with the rest of my life. 842 00:42:03,504 --> 00:42:06,559 - Yeah. Yeah, it's, uh... it's hard leaving friends. 843 00:42:06,583 --> 00:42:09,192 That was the most difficult part for me too. 844 00:42:09,343 --> 00:42:10,746 - Some more than others. 845 00:42:14,699 --> 00:42:18,571 - So this... this best friend is... 846 00:42:18,595 --> 00:42:19,715 more than just a friend? 847 00:42:19,779 --> 00:42:23,039 - Yeah, you could say that. 848 00:42:23,116 --> 00:42:27,210 I, uh... I loved her more than anyone else in this world. 849 00:42:27,361 --> 00:42:28,694 Heck, come to think of it, 850 00:42:28,772 --> 00:42:31,130 I've known her longer than anyone else in my life. 851 00:42:33,610 --> 00:42:35,570 - Well, why can't you be with her? 852 00:42:36,555 --> 00:42:40,201 - Like I said, you know, she was... reassigned. 853 00:42:40,225 --> 00:42:42,585 And when the Army makes the rules, they stick with it. 854 00:42:44,137 --> 00:42:48,064 - All is calm 855 00:42:48,215 --> 00:42:52,605 All is bright 856 00:42:52,629 --> 00:42:57,126 Round yon virgin 857 00:42:57,150 --> 00:42:58,277 Mother... 858 00:42:58,301 --> 00:43:01,244 - My favorite Christmas song. 859 00:43:04,974 --> 00:43:07,303 - I know, it's corny. 860 00:43:07,327 --> 00:43:10,753 - No. No, it's... it's mine, too. 861 00:43:10,830 --> 00:43:13,230 When I was a kid, at church, we would all be singing it, 862 00:43:13,316 --> 00:43:15,403 hold candles. 863 00:43:15,427 --> 00:43:16,759 It's what Christmas is for me. 864 00:43:16,836 --> 00:43:22,098 - peace 865 00:43:22,175 --> 00:43:24,653 Sleep in heavenly... 866 00:43:24,677 --> 00:43:26,972 - So, uh, where did you get such an interest in fixing things? 867 00:43:26,996 --> 00:43:28,324 - Heh. 868 00:43:28,348 --> 00:43:30,142 One of the gifts I got when I was a kid 869 00:43:30,166 --> 00:43:32,587 was this... this chemistry set. 870 00:43:32,611 --> 00:43:34,611 I had no idea what to do with it. 871 00:43:34,762 --> 00:43:36,520 Hated chemistry. 872 00:43:36,673 --> 00:43:38,834 So, uh, I told my foster parents. 873 00:43:38,858 --> 00:43:42,360 This... this really great guy, he, uh, taught me 874 00:43:42,512 --> 00:43:46,175 how chemistry's a part of everything around us, right? 875 00:43:46,199 --> 00:43:50,605 Electricity, nature, even inside of us, all interacting, 876 00:43:50,629 --> 00:43:52,128 all connected to one another. 877 00:43:52,205 --> 00:43:53,704 And I don't know. 878 00:43:53,857 --> 00:43:57,208 That's, uh, always fascinated me, how we're all, uh, 879 00:43:57,360 --> 00:44:01,379 a part of something bigger than ourselves. 880 00:44:01,531 --> 00:44:04,343 But, uh... all right. 881 00:44:04,367 --> 00:44:08,456 One last tighten here and the clamp is on. 882 00:44:08,480 --> 00:44:10,605 Why don't you give it a shot? 883 00:44:12,967 --> 00:44:15,630 - Christ the Savior... 884 00:44:21,551 --> 00:44:25,364 - Ladies and gentlemen, we have heat! 885 00:44:25,388 --> 00:44:26,621 - Ah! 886 00:44:27,907 --> 00:44:30,241 - Ah! 887 00:44:30,393 --> 00:44:32,888 - Yeah, like I said. 888 00:44:32,912 --> 00:44:34,462 Chemistry. 889 00:44:50,263 --> 00:44:53,189 - I thought your receptors weren't armed. 890 00:44:53,340 --> 00:44:55,744 - They aren't. I'm just... 891 00:44:55,768 --> 00:44:57,435 I don't know, I'm just... 892 00:44:57,587 --> 00:44:59,507 I'm surprised, you know? He didn't exactly seem like 893 00:44:59,531 --> 00:45:01,772 a guy in love with another woman. 894 00:45:01,925 --> 00:45:04,534 - He's not. - He just told me he was. 895 00:45:04,610 --> 00:45:08,516 - Maybe he was, but he's not now. 896 00:45:08,540 --> 00:45:09,706 - Why do you say that? 897 00:45:09,857 --> 00:45:11,852 - Because unlike you, I believe in romance. 898 00:45:11,876 --> 00:45:14,711 And... I don't know, I can see it happening with you two. 899 00:45:16,956 --> 00:45:20,920 - Um... it doesn't matter. 900 00:45:20,944 --> 00:45:24,532 I'm not even in that place anyways in my life, so... 901 00:45:24,556 --> 00:45:27,724 - You think I was ready to get married when I met Dan? 902 00:45:27,875 --> 00:45:31,394 No. It... it just happened. 903 00:45:31,471 --> 00:45:34,472 And honestly, I couldn't be happier. 904 00:45:34,624 --> 00:45:36,452 - Is he gonna be able to come home for Christmas? 905 00:45:36,476 --> 00:45:39,310 - No. But it's fine. 906 00:45:39,462 --> 00:45:40,881 I get to see him right after New Year's, so... 907 00:45:40,905 --> 00:45:42,905 - I love that you're so happy, Trish. 908 00:45:44,968 --> 00:45:46,984 - I want that for you too. 909 00:45:47,136 --> 00:45:51,633 But if you don't leave yourself open to it, then... 910 00:45:51,657 --> 00:45:53,786 it's gonna jinx you when it finally does come around. 911 00:45:53,810 --> 00:45:57,253 - Nah-ah-ah, no. I don't believe in jinxes. 912 00:45:57,404 --> 00:45:59,589 I don't believe in luck. I don't believe in... 913 00:45:59,665 --> 00:46:00,882 - Romance. 914 00:46:02,576 --> 00:46:05,762 But... listen, Chloe, sometimes you gotta let your walls down 915 00:46:05,838 --> 00:46:09,432 and just... believe. 916 00:46:13,846 --> 00:46:16,751 - Well? How do I look? 917 00:46:16,775 --> 00:46:19,442 - Uh-huh, ridiculous? 918 00:46:19,593 --> 00:46:20,902 - I think I look adorable. 919 00:46:22,672 --> 00:46:24,781 Let's go kick some butt. 920 00:46:33,699 --> 00:46:37,034 - Welcome, everyone, to our 15th annual hot chocolate contest. 921 00:46:39,372 --> 00:46:41,000 - I think we can agree that this year 922 00:46:41,024 --> 00:46:43,018 will be another close contest. 923 00:46:44,451 --> 00:46:46,839 - Our reigning champion, Charlotte Bennett, 924 00:46:46,863 --> 00:46:49,617 has promised a new sprinkle, shall we say, 925 00:46:49,641 --> 00:46:52,716 to her consistently amazing creations. 926 00:46:52,869 --> 00:46:55,456 Our three judges will now take their places at the table. 927 00:46:55,480 --> 00:46:57,313 We all know Jake Dunlap, 928 00:46:57,464 --> 00:46:58,851 proprietor of Dunlap Landscaping. 929 00:47:01,468 --> 00:47:02,521 Marguerite Hennessey 930 00:47:02,545 --> 00:47:03,964 from By the Book Consulting. 931 00:47:07,733 --> 00:47:10,971 - Unfortunately, this year Carol Sallee couldn't make it. 932 00:47:10,995 --> 00:47:13,830 Stepping in is someone many of you know and respect, 933 00:47:13,981 --> 00:47:15,331 General O'Toole. 934 00:47:24,083 --> 00:47:25,486 - Hello, General. 935 00:47:25,510 --> 00:47:28,714 You look... nice. - Thank you. 936 00:47:28,738 --> 00:47:30,847 - Let the tasting begin! 937 00:48:14,133 --> 00:48:17,059 - Here we go, folks! 938 00:48:17,136 --> 00:48:20,971 Well, some things never change. 939 00:48:21,124 --> 00:48:23,399 The two runners-up this year again 940 00:48:23,550 --> 00:48:26,143 are Phyllis Redding and Christi Johnson. 941 00:48:29,482 --> 00:48:33,629 - In third place, congratulation to Rita Jones! 942 00:48:37,990 --> 00:48:40,416 - Coming in first place... 943 00:48:40,493 --> 00:48:42,826 well, this is a surprise. 944 00:48:42,979 --> 00:48:44,979 We have a split decision this year. 945 00:48:45,072 --> 00:48:49,833 And the deciding vote was cast by General O'Toole. 946 00:48:49,986 --> 00:48:51,168 And the winner is... 947 00:48:54,674 --> 00:48:55,801 - Lynn Marquee, 948 00:48:55,825 --> 00:48:57,486 owner and operator of Historic Perk. 949 00:49:00,087 --> 00:49:01,771 - I can't believe it! 950 00:49:01,922 --> 00:49:02,939 Oh my god! 951 00:49:05,259 --> 00:49:07,922 - Ah, it's the best hot chocolate in the state! 952 00:49:07,946 --> 00:49:10,146 - The best I've ever had. - I'm... I'm shocked. 953 00:49:10,189 --> 00:49:12,782 I... I was so rude to you the other day. 954 00:49:12,933 --> 00:49:15,192 - Well, yes. But I wasn't gonna let that, 955 00:49:15,344 --> 00:49:17,861 uh, keep me from being an honest judge. 956 00:49:18,014 --> 00:49:19,174 And... 957 00:49:19,198 --> 00:49:22,269 - in fact, I think you have a nice laugh. 958 00:49:22,293 --> 00:49:24,627 - Thank you! 959 00:49:24,778 --> 00:49:25,962 Finally, the gold! 960 00:49:26,113 --> 00:49:27,113 Mwah! 961 00:49:28,800 --> 00:49:30,277 - I propose we all go to dinner and celebrate. 962 00:49:30,301 --> 00:49:31,612 All of us. 963 00:49:31,636 --> 00:49:33,172 - How about we just make it the four of you? 964 00:49:33,196 --> 00:49:34,545 I have plans. 965 00:49:34,697 --> 00:49:35,841 - You have plans? 966 00:49:35,865 --> 00:49:37,223 - Yes, plans. 967 00:49:38,551 --> 00:49:39,954 Savannah, how about we go back to Auntie's, yeah? 968 00:49:39,978 --> 00:49:40,978 - Yeah. 969 00:49:41,037 --> 00:49:42,605 - Congrats, Mom. You deserve it. 970 00:49:44,557 --> 00:49:47,558 - Shall we? 971 00:49:52,064 --> 00:49:53,656 - Shall we? 972 00:50:24,413 --> 00:50:26,742 - Ah, to Lynn! 973 00:50:26,766 --> 00:50:28,335 First prize, and well deserved. 974 00:50:28,359 --> 00:50:29,359 - Darn right! 975 00:50:29,435 --> 00:50:30,860 - Congratulations. 976 00:50:30,936 --> 00:50:32,856 - Thank you. - So happy for you. 977 00:50:34,866 --> 00:50:36,993 So General, how do you usually spend your Christmas? 978 00:50:37,017 --> 00:50:40,611 - I usually spend it alone. - Alone? 979 00:50:40,763 --> 00:50:42,758 - Well, it's not as bad as it sounds. 980 00:50:42,782 --> 00:50:45,260 I'm surrounded by people every day of the week. 981 00:50:45,284 --> 00:50:50,190 Sometimes that's a nice time to be... alone. 982 00:50:50,214 --> 00:50:54,884 - Well, you're not spending it alone again this year! 983 00:50:55,035 --> 00:50:57,127 - Is that an invitation? 984 00:50:57,280 --> 00:51:00,056 - Perhaps it is. 985 00:51:00,132 --> 00:51:01,943 - Mm. 986 00:51:01,967 --> 00:51:03,278 - All right, who is next? 987 00:51:03,302 --> 00:51:05,097 We need to keep the Christmas spirit going! 988 00:51:05,121 --> 00:51:06,373 - Do you want some bread? 989 00:51:06,397 --> 00:51:08,437 - Oh, I'm okay. - Anyone? 990 00:51:08,808 --> 00:51:10,936 Chloe Marquee, is that you? 991 00:51:10,960 --> 00:51:12,810 It is! 992 00:51:12,962 --> 00:51:15,243 Chloe, how about another rendition of your favorite 993 00:51:15,298 --> 00:51:17,200 Christmas song, huh? - No, no, no, no. 994 00:51:17,224 --> 00:51:18,886 That was one-time thing, no. 995 00:51:18,910 --> 00:51:20,462 - Duh, duh, duh, duh, duh, don't be shy. 996 00:51:20,486 --> 00:51:23,654 You are fantastic. Come on up here! 997 00:51:23,806 --> 00:51:26,323 - Hold on. Are you... Are you a regular here? 998 00:51:26,475 --> 00:51:28,084 - No. I was... 999 00:51:28,235 --> 00:51:30,046 volunteering for a fundraiser last week. 1000 00:51:30,070 --> 00:51:31,881 And every time someone went up and sang, 1001 00:51:31,905 --> 00:51:34,256 they doubled their donations, so... 1002 00:51:34,333 --> 00:51:36,759 - Why am I not surprised? 1003 00:51:36,836 --> 00:51:38,405 - She has a beautiful voice. 1004 00:51:38,429 --> 00:51:41,075 - Mom, please don't encourage him. 1005 00:51:41,099 --> 00:51:42,431 - Well, let's hear it. 1006 00:51:42,508 --> 00:51:43,841 - Not a chance. 1007 00:51:43,993 --> 00:51:46,413 - Oh, come on. 1008 00:51:46,437 --> 00:51:47,915 - You know, I've heard Michael sing 1009 00:51:47,939 --> 00:51:50,180 when I toured his base in Afghanistan. 1010 00:51:50,333 --> 00:51:51,682 He's very good as well. 1011 00:51:51,834 --> 00:51:53,495 - Oh, let's hear it! 1012 00:51:53,519 --> 00:51:55,444 - Not a chance. 1013 00:51:55,521 --> 00:51:57,091 - 1014 00:51:57,115 --> 00:51:58,258 - Come on! - Come on! 1015 00:51:58,282 --> 00:51:59,835 - Get up there. - Let's go. 1016 00:52:03,028 --> 00:52:05,788 - You! - Get up there, come on! 1017 00:52:13,947 --> 00:52:18,353 - Silent night 1018 00:52:18,377 --> 00:52:23,139 Holy night 1019 00:52:23,290 --> 00:52:26,862 All is calm 1020 00:52:26,886 --> 00:52:28,122 - All is calm 1021 00:52:28,146 --> 00:52:30,312 - All is bright 1022 00:52:30,464 --> 00:52:32,815 - All is bright 1023 00:52:32,966 --> 00:52:37,319 - Round yon virgin 1024 00:52:37,471 --> 00:52:42,158 Mother and Child 1025 00:52:42,234 --> 00:52:46,140 Holy infant 1026 00:52:46,164 --> 00:52:51,812 So tender and mild 1027 00:52:51,836 --> 00:52:57,840 - Sleep in heavenly peace 1028 00:53:01,237 --> 00:53:07,090 - Sleep in heavenly peace 1029 00:53:14,917 --> 00:53:20,196 Sleep in heavenly... 1030 00:53:21,515 --> 00:53:26,118 peace 1031 00:53:36,196 --> 00:53:39,122 - Ah. Like, for real real, 1032 00:53:39,275 --> 00:53:41,028 that was fantastic. 1033 00:53:42,220 --> 00:53:44,386 - A little rusty. - Nonsense. 1034 00:53:44,463 --> 00:53:46,608 Your voices are perfect together. 1035 00:53:46,632 --> 00:53:49,369 In fact, I think the two of you would make a perfect... 1036 00:53:49,393 --> 00:53:50,559 - Mom! 1037 00:53:54,473 --> 00:53:56,974 - Chloe, I have an idea about this party. 1038 00:53:57,126 --> 00:53:58,937 I think we should hire a Santa. 1039 00:53:58,961 --> 00:54:00,881 Kids should receive their gifts from him. 1040 00:54:00,905 --> 00:54:03,217 I'll, uh, secure a hangar on base. 1041 00:54:03,241 --> 00:54:04,521 We'll have lots of decorations, 1042 00:54:04,633 --> 00:54:06,833 the likes of which no one has ever seen before. 1043 00:54:06,893 --> 00:54:10,224 We'll have Santa's chair, Christmas tree, the whole works. 1044 00:54:10,248 --> 00:54:11,892 - I... I think it's a great idea. 1045 00:54:11,916 --> 00:54:14,324 I'm just not really sure we have the budget for that. 1046 00:54:14,477 --> 00:54:16,897 - Well, you keep rubbing the elbows and I'll do the same. 1047 00:54:16,921 --> 00:54:18,974 This is too important. 1048 00:54:18,998 --> 00:54:22,332 I want this to be the best Christmas party ever. 1049 00:54:24,411 --> 00:54:25,906 - Okay. I mean, I don't know how 1050 00:54:25,930 --> 00:54:28,097 we're gonna pull this off, but, uh... 1051 00:54:28,173 --> 00:54:30,599 I say let's do it. 1052 00:54:30,751 --> 00:54:31,934 - As do I. 1053 00:54:32,085 --> 00:54:33,154 - All right! 1054 00:54:33,178 --> 00:54:35,156 To Operation Santa Claus. 1055 00:54:36,165 --> 00:54:37,245 - To Operation Santa Claus. 1056 00:54:38,183 --> 00:54:39,736 - Here, here. - Cheers! 1057 00:54:47,451 --> 00:54:48,617 - Yeah, come in! 1058 00:54:53,291 --> 00:54:54,584 - Hey. - Hey! 1059 00:54:54,608 --> 00:54:56,533 - What are you doing? 1060 00:54:56,685 --> 00:54:58,966 This house needs more help acclimating than I do. 1061 00:55:00,131 --> 00:55:01,275 - Here, take a look. 1062 00:55:01,299 --> 00:55:03,966 - Oh, wow. That's fantastic! 1063 00:55:04,043 --> 00:55:05,504 - Savannah's corralling her friends to help put them up 1064 00:55:05,528 --> 00:55:07,614 all over town and I'm gonna... 1065 00:55:07,638 --> 00:55:09,024 Wait, what are those? 1066 00:55:09,048 --> 00:55:11,192 - Uh, yeah, I found them in the attic. 1067 00:55:11,216 --> 00:55:15,196 - Well, now you've got no excuse, Mister. 1068 00:55:15,220 --> 00:55:17,198 - Oh, wow, thank you. 1069 00:55:17,222 --> 00:55:18,342 That's... that's awesome. 1070 00:55:20,559 --> 00:55:21,962 - Let's decorate. 1071 00:55:21,986 --> 00:55:27,898 - 1072 00:55:34,223 --> 00:55:36,143 - Yay! 1073 00:55:36,167 --> 00:55:36,999 - Ah! 1074 00:55:37,076 --> 00:55:38,408 - It's so pretty. 1075 00:55:42,565 --> 00:55:43,339 - Whoa. - Yeah? 1076 00:55:43,490 --> 00:55:45,152 - Whoa! - Aah! 1077 00:55:56,520 --> 00:55:59,074 - Well? 1078 00:55:59,098 --> 00:56:02,524 - It is not a house anymore. It's a home. 1079 00:56:04,587 --> 00:56:07,604 - So do all returning vets get this much attention? 1080 00:56:07,756 --> 00:56:10,010 - Only the most serious cases. 1081 00:56:10,034 --> 00:56:12,737 - Well, guess you better stay on it a little while longer. 1082 00:56:12,761 --> 00:56:14,163 - Oh, yeah. I think we're at 1083 00:56:14,187 --> 00:56:15,757 the most critical juncture. 1084 00:56:20,603 --> 00:56:25,433 - Christmas snow would make this perfect. 1085 00:56:25,457 --> 00:56:27,417 - I'll put it on my list to Santa. 1086 00:56:30,388 --> 00:56:31,553 - All right. 1087 00:56:33,224 --> 00:56:35,132 Here we go. 1088 00:56:38,287 --> 00:56:39,781 - Oh, wow. 1089 00:56:54,078 --> 00:56:56,745 - Just the two I'm looking for. 1090 00:56:56,822 --> 00:56:59,248 Congratulations again, Lynn. 1091 00:56:59,324 --> 00:57:01,583 Poor Charlotte is still recovering. 1092 00:57:01,735 --> 00:57:04,753 - Well, uh, I didn't mean to cause her any harm. 1093 00:57:04,905 --> 00:57:06,883 - Oh, nonsense. It was time for a new champion. 1094 00:57:06,907 --> 00:57:08,424 Rightfully deserved. 1095 00:57:08,500 --> 00:57:11,571 - Darn tootin'. 1096 00:57:11,595 --> 00:57:13,503 - What can we do for you, Mayor? 1097 00:57:13,656 --> 00:57:15,616 - This whole Operation Santa Claus 1098 00:57:15,658 --> 00:57:17,599 has really galvanized the town. 1099 00:57:17,676 --> 00:57:21,437 And I'd like to parlay that into a new Christmas tradition: 1100 00:57:21,588 --> 00:57:23,180 a town Christmas tree. 1101 00:57:23,332 --> 00:57:25,326 We could have a donation box or a sign with instructions 1102 00:57:25,350 --> 00:57:27,609 where people can give money to the toy drive. 1103 00:57:27,761 --> 00:57:29,147 I'll host, of course. 1104 00:57:29,171 --> 00:57:31,499 They don't call me the Jimmy Fallon of Maple Grove 1105 00:57:31,523 --> 00:57:33,668 for nothing. 1106 00:57:33,692 --> 00:57:35,617 - That's a great idea. I mean... 1107 00:57:35,694 --> 00:57:39,174 - Yeah, no, I... I think it's a wonderful idea. 1108 00:57:39,198 --> 00:57:42,510 Um, but in order to light the Christmas tree, 1109 00:57:42,534 --> 00:57:44,460 the town has to have one. 1110 00:57:45,854 --> 00:57:49,372 - Good point. Well outside our budget. 1111 00:57:49,525 --> 00:57:51,519 - I have an idea where we can find one. 1112 00:57:51,543 --> 00:57:52,801 It won't cost us anything. 1113 00:57:52,878 --> 00:57:54,614 - I like the sound of that. 1114 00:57:54,638 --> 00:57:56,116 - Where? 1115 00:57:56,140 --> 00:57:58,359 - I'll show ya. Come on. 1116 00:57:58,383 --> 00:57:59,475 - Okay. 1117 00:58:01,294 --> 00:58:02,697 - So are we just supposed to 1118 00:58:02,721 --> 00:58:04,721 drag one of these back by ourselves? 1119 00:58:04,798 --> 00:58:08,150 - I contacted a tree company who's donating their services. 1120 00:58:10,546 --> 00:58:13,563 All right, well, this is the one I'm thinking. 1121 00:58:13,716 --> 00:58:15,991 - It's huge! 1122 00:58:16,142 --> 00:58:18,379 - Fun fact: few trees die from old age. 1123 00:58:18,403 --> 00:58:21,830 They die from disease and, among other things, people. 1124 00:58:21,907 --> 00:58:23,477 This one's dying from the stress of the wind 1125 00:58:23,501 --> 00:58:24,811 that's coming in from the valley. 1126 00:58:24,835 --> 00:58:28,723 So... if we can repot it, move it into town, 1127 00:58:28,747 --> 00:58:33,153 it could be their Christmas tree for years to come. 1128 00:58:33,177 --> 00:58:34,395 Trunk's a little crooked, but... 1129 00:58:34,419 --> 00:58:36,490 - No, it gives it character. 1130 00:58:36,514 --> 00:58:38,325 It's perfect. 1131 00:58:38,349 --> 00:58:40,257 - Oh, no. Ah. 1132 00:58:40,409 --> 00:58:42,737 We... we can't use it. 1133 00:58:42,761 --> 00:58:45,854 - Why not? - So this? 1134 00:58:48,250 --> 00:58:51,579 It's called a red sun bloom, and it's extremely rare. 1135 00:58:51,603 --> 00:58:53,322 They sometimes grow in the winter if they have enough 1136 00:58:53,346 --> 00:58:56,676 protection from the wind, and this tree's protecting it. 1137 00:58:56,700 --> 00:58:58,753 - So what you're saying is if... if we take this tree, 1138 00:58:58,777 --> 00:59:00,610 it's gonna die? 1139 00:59:00,763 --> 00:59:02,516 - Yeah, most likely. 1140 00:59:02,540 --> 00:59:06,261 The whole legend about this flower... they say it represents 1141 00:59:06,285 --> 00:59:09,452 love and revival under the harshest of circumstances. 1142 00:59:09,605 --> 00:59:11,547 I mean, it's a... it's a metaphor. 1143 00:59:11,698 --> 00:59:14,716 Everyone's duty to protect the less fortunate. 1144 00:59:14,868 --> 00:59:17,255 - You're kidding. - It's... it's ironic, isn't it? 1145 00:59:17,279 --> 00:59:21,276 I mean, us helping others, us finding this flower? 1146 00:59:21,300 --> 00:59:22,799 - Yeah, it's like we were... 1147 00:59:22,951 --> 00:59:24,779 like we were supposed to find it. 1148 00:59:24,803 --> 00:59:27,707 - It's proof that love can survive anything. 1149 00:59:31,977 --> 00:59:35,290 - Well, we're just gonna have to unfortunately find another tree. 1150 00:59:36,556 --> 00:59:38,385 - Got ya! 1151 00:59:38,409 --> 00:59:40,409 - You! I believed you! 1152 00:59:40,485 --> 00:59:42,319 - Aah! 1153 00:59:42,471 --> 00:59:43,615 - It's a good story, though, isn't it? 1154 00:59:43,639 --> 00:59:45,374 - I will seriously get you for this! 1155 00:59:52,923 --> 00:59:54,901 - I think it is hilarious. 1156 00:59:54,925 --> 00:59:56,425 He's flirting. 1157 00:59:58,003 --> 01:00:00,574 - I told you, he's in love with someone else. 1158 01:00:00,598 --> 01:00:02,817 - Ah, excuse me, Chloe? - Yes, hi. 1159 01:00:02,841 --> 01:00:05,637 - My name is Tina. This is my daughter, Emmy. 1160 01:00:05,661 --> 01:00:06,768 - Hey. 1161 01:00:06,920 --> 01:00:08,656 - We just heard about Operation Santa Claus. 1162 01:00:08,680 --> 01:00:09,921 - Oh, I'm so glad. 1163 01:00:09,998 --> 01:00:11,326 - Um, things have been a little tough this year 1164 01:00:11,350 --> 01:00:14,254 and we wanted to thank you. - You're welcome. 1165 01:00:14,278 --> 01:00:15,496 - We also wanted to know 1166 01:00:15,520 --> 01:00:16,831 if there was anything we could to do help. 1167 01:00:16,855 --> 01:00:19,667 - Ah, yeah, we could use all the help we can get. 1168 01:00:19,691 --> 01:00:22,262 How about helping us organize some of these new decorations? 1169 01:00:22,286 --> 01:00:25,954 Take these ornaments and go put it in that bin right there. 1170 01:00:26,031 --> 01:00:27,434 - Chloe? - Yeah? 1171 01:00:27,458 --> 01:00:28,676 - I got another case for you. 1172 01:00:28,700 --> 01:00:30,437 He got back home in the last couple weeks. 1173 01:00:30,461 --> 01:00:31,771 - What about Michael Fischer? 1174 01:00:31,795 --> 01:00:33,036 - Oh, I know. 1175 01:00:33,113 --> 01:00:34,924 Operation Santa Claus is the talk of the town. 1176 01:00:34,948 --> 01:00:37,348 I've read your report and he seems more than capable of 1177 01:00:37,450 --> 01:00:38,837 spearheading it from here on out. 1178 01:00:38,861 --> 01:00:40,355 - I think he's still hurting, Doug. 1179 01:00:40,379 --> 01:00:42,006 Look, there's something I have not cracked about him 1180 01:00:42,030 --> 01:00:44,284 and I really wanna see it through. 1181 01:00:44,308 --> 01:00:45,693 - I understand, but you don't have to 1182 01:00:45,717 --> 01:00:47,028 spend every day with him. 1183 01:00:47,052 --> 01:00:48,680 And you're gonna have to let go of 1184 01:00:48,704 --> 01:00:49,956 some of this volunteer work, too. 1185 01:00:49,980 --> 01:00:51,647 You're too important here. 1186 01:00:53,208 --> 01:00:55,370 - Listen, you understand this more than anybody 1187 01:00:55,394 --> 01:00:57,986 how difficult it is for these soldiers transitioning back home 1188 01:00:58,138 --> 01:01:00,541 for the first time. They need you. 1189 01:01:01,659 --> 01:01:03,825 - All right? I gotta get this. 1190 01:01:06,722 --> 01:01:08,475 - Chloe? - Yes? 1191 01:01:08,499 --> 01:01:09,831 - Great work. 1192 01:01:12,652 --> 01:01:14,336 - Thanks. 1193 01:01:36,585 --> 01:01:38,694 - Michael? - Hey, are we still on? 1194 01:01:38,770 --> 01:01:42,030 - Oh, I'm so sorry. I got swamped and... 1195 01:01:44,535 --> 01:01:45,701 - What's wrong? 1196 01:01:45,852 --> 01:01:47,830 - Oh, uh, my boss reassigned me to a new case, 1197 01:01:47,854 --> 01:01:51,540 says I'm spending too much time on Operation Santa Claus. 1198 01:01:51,616 --> 01:01:53,761 - Well, I thought that was your job, you know? 1199 01:01:53,785 --> 01:01:56,764 Seeing me through this difficult time? 1200 01:01:56,788 --> 01:01:58,099 - Mission accomplished. 1201 01:01:58,123 --> 01:02:00,882 At least, that's what he thinks, anyway. 1202 01:02:00,959 --> 01:02:02,217 - And you? 1203 01:02:03,779 --> 01:02:05,532 - I think you're doing great. 1204 01:02:05,556 --> 01:02:07,996 And, uh, you're gonna have to see it through on your own. 1205 01:02:12,804 --> 01:02:14,615 - I gotta get this, sorry. 1206 01:02:46,838 --> 01:02:47,966 - Miss Marquee? 1207 01:02:47,990 --> 01:02:50,673 - Oh, Chloe. Please. 1208 01:02:50,826 --> 01:02:51,600 Hi. - Hi. 1209 01:02:51,676 --> 01:02:53,246 - Have a seat. 1210 01:02:55,680 --> 01:02:57,773 - Welcome home! - Thank you. 1211 01:02:57,924 --> 01:02:59,811 - How are you doing? - I'm good. 1212 01:02:59,835 --> 01:03:02,830 Uh, it's been a bit of a challenge so far, but, um, 1213 01:03:02,854 --> 01:03:04,095 I'm good. 1214 01:03:04,172 --> 01:03:05,258 - Yeah, I, uh... I went through the same thing 1215 01:03:05,282 --> 01:03:07,690 a little over a year ago, so I understand. 1216 01:03:07,843 --> 01:03:08,691 - Yeah. 1217 01:03:08,844 --> 01:03:09,821 - Do you have family here? 1218 01:03:09,845 --> 01:03:10,989 - No, no, they're actually not here. 1219 01:03:11,013 --> 01:03:12,265 They're in California. 1220 01:03:12,289 --> 01:03:14,790 And, uh, it looks I'll be spending my holidays here. 1221 01:03:14,866 --> 01:03:16,032 - I'm sorry. 1222 01:03:16,184 --> 01:03:17,920 That... that can definitely make the transition 1223 01:03:17,944 --> 01:03:19,294 a little bit more difficult. 1224 01:03:19,371 --> 01:03:21,538 - Yeah, I guess that's why I'm here. 1225 01:03:21,690 --> 01:03:23,684 Um... well, I mean, I feel good, excited. 1226 01:03:23,708 --> 01:03:25,019 It's just that I feel like I could use 1227 01:03:25,043 --> 01:03:26,762 a little bit more of a direction. 1228 01:03:26,786 --> 01:03:27,855 - Well, have you thought about maybe 1229 01:03:27,879 --> 01:03:29,173 what kind of work you'd like to do? 1230 01:03:29,197 --> 01:03:30,283 - Well, um, one of the things 1231 01:03:30,307 --> 01:03:32,641 I wanted to get into was volunteering. 1232 01:03:32,717 --> 01:03:36,052 Um, something specifically for, like, underprivileged children? 1233 01:03:36,204 --> 01:03:38,124 Like maybe a toy drive or something? 1234 01:03:38,148 --> 01:03:39,959 - I know it sounds silly, right? 1235 01:03:39,983 --> 01:03:41,628 - Uh, no, it doesn't. 1236 01:03:41,652 --> 01:03:43,187 Um, are you kidding? - No, no. 1237 01:03:43,211 --> 01:03:46,207 Actually, um, that's always been a soft spot for me. 1238 01:03:46,231 --> 01:03:48,711 But I don't suppose that's what you do here, though, is it? 1239 01:03:48,808 --> 01:03:51,248 Because I feel like that's exactly what I need in order to 1240 01:03:51,386 --> 01:03:53,466 get acclimated back into civilian life. 1241 01:03:55,891 --> 01:03:56,959 - What a coincidence. 1242 01:04:00,153 --> 01:04:01,964 - Santa is gonna give pictures of the kids. 1243 01:04:04,675 --> 01:04:06,894 - You! 1244 01:04:06,918 --> 01:04:08,729 - It's... it's... it's a small world. 1245 01:04:08,753 --> 01:04:09,823 What can I say? 1246 01:04:09,847 --> 01:04:11,324 Pat and I go way back. 1247 01:04:11,348 --> 01:04:13,309 - Wait, you guys were both in on this? 1248 01:04:13,333 --> 01:04:15,758 - I plead the Fifth. But I meant what I said. 1249 01:04:15,911 --> 01:04:18,239 And I'd love to get involved with Operation Santa Claus. 1250 01:04:18,263 --> 01:04:19,332 - Chloe. - Doug? 1251 01:04:19,356 --> 01:04:21,742 - How's it going? - It couldn't be better. 1252 01:04:21,766 --> 01:04:22,894 This is Lieutenant Harlan. 1253 01:04:22,918 --> 01:04:24,896 I have found the perfect thing for him, 1254 01:04:24,920 --> 01:04:27,081 and I will personally oversee his progress. 1255 01:04:27,105 --> 01:04:29,067 - Well, great. Lieutenant, you're in good hands. 1256 01:04:29,091 --> 01:04:30,115 - Thank you. 1257 01:04:34,279 --> 01:04:36,371 - Thanks. - You're welcome. 1258 01:04:51,054 --> 01:04:52,866 - Here, try the hot chocolate. 1259 01:04:52,890 --> 01:04:55,093 Then tell my mom it's the best hot chocolate you've ever had. 1260 01:04:55,117 --> 01:04:57,019 - Um, thank you, but I'm... I'm sorry, I can't... 1261 01:04:57,043 --> 01:04:58,894 - It's... it's on the house. 1262 01:04:59,045 --> 01:05:01,304 - Um, you're so kind. 1263 01:05:01,456 --> 01:05:04,816 Um, is the North Pole okay? 1264 01:05:06,886 --> 01:05:09,048 - It'll find its way. 1265 01:05:09,072 --> 01:05:10,739 - Okay, great. 1266 01:05:10,890 --> 01:05:12,218 Okay, let's get our hot chocolate. 1267 01:05:15,487 --> 01:05:20,059 - You really do spend half your day volunteering for one thing 1268 01:05:20,083 --> 01:05:21,583 or another, don't you? 1269 01:05:21,734 --> 01:05:25,064 - According to my boss, most of the day, yeah. 1270 01:05:25,088 --> 01:05:27,422 - What about time for yourself? Huh? 1271 01:05:27,499 --> 01:05:29,736 Family and friends? 1272 01:05:29,760 --> 01:05:31,000 Relationship? 1273 01:05:33,155 --> 01:05:34,262 - I manage. 1274 01:05:37,159 --> 01:05:38,159 - Why so much? 1275 01:05:38,251 --> 01:05:39,987 I mean, I... I... I think it's great, 1276 01:05:40,011 --> 01:05:43,346 but... don't you worry about burnout? 1277 01:05:43,498 --> 01:05:46,441 - You asked what my purpose was when I came back. 1278 01:05:46,518 --> 01:05:50,757 I was deployed to so many places around the world and... 1279 01:05:50,781 --> 01:05:53,000 saw just how little they had. 1280 01:05:53,024 --> 01:05:57,764 You know, I... I wanted to make a difference. 1281 01:05:57,788 --> 01:05:59,028 - Makes sense. 1282 01:05:59,181 --> 01:06:00,767 - It's funny, 'cause when I'd be home on leave, 1283 01:06:00,791 --> 01:06:04,292 people would always thank me for my service. 1284 01:06:04,369 --> 01:06:05,997 And I don't know, I just... 1285 01:06:06,021 --> 01:06:08,349 I never thought of it that way, you know? 1286 01:06:08,373 --> 01:06:13,876 The... the Army, this... this country has given me so much. 1287 01:06:14,029 --> 01:06:16,471 I'm the one who feels thankful. 1288 01:06:16,548 --> 01:06:18,381 - Paying it forward. 1289 01:06:18,533 --> 01:06:20,058 - So to speak, yeah. 1290 01:06:21,627 --> 01:06:23,790 - What about... what about a family? 1291 01:06:26,966 --> 01:06:28,186 - Someday. 1292 01:06:28,210 --> 01:06:30,538 When it's right. 1293 01:06:30,562 --> 01:06:33,132 What about you? 1294 01:06:33,156 --> 01:06:34,859 - Someday. 1295 01:06:34,883 --> 01:06:38,137 When it's right. 1296 01:06:38,161 --> 01:06:39,995 - Is that what she wants, too? 1297 01:06:42,482 --> 01:06:43,832 - Who? 1298 01:06:43,908 --> 01:06:46,980 - The, uh... the woman that you're in love with. 1299 01:06:49,898 --> 01:06:51,339 - In... in love with? 1300 01:06:51,491 --> 01:06:53,394 - What's her name? 1301 01:06:53,418 --> 01:06:54,895 - Her name? 1302 01:06:58,015 --> 01:07:00,326 - You mean... 1303 01:07:00,350 --> 01:07:01,494 That's... that's funny. 1304 01:07:01,518 --> 01:07:06,187 Uh, her name is... is Otter. 1305 01:07:08,933 --> 01:07:10,228 Otter? - Yeah. 1306 01:07:10,252 --> 01:07:12,063 When she, uh... when she sleeps on her back, 1307 01:07:12,087 --> 01:07:15,082 her feet fold over like an otter. 1308 01:07:15,106 --> 01:07:16,306 That's how she got her name. 1309 01:07:17,942 --> 01:07:18,775 Otter. 1310 01:07:18,927 --> 01:07:20,346 My Army dog. 1311 01:07:22,931 --> 01:07:24,017 - Army dog. 1312 01:07:24,041 --> 01:07:25,206 - Yes. 1313 01:07:26,951 --> 01:07:29,118 So, um, you thought... 1314 01:07:29,271 --> 01:07:30,356 - No, no. 1315 01:07:30,380 --> 01:07:32,933 No, no, no. The... the... the German shepherd 1316 01:07:32,957 --> 01:07:34,382 that I saw in the photos, yeah. 1317 01:07:34,459 --> 01:07:37,104 No, I, um, uh... I, um... 1318 01:07:37,128 --> 01:07:39,590 I was just teasing. I, um... can you excuse me? 1319 01:07:39,614 --> 01:07:42,557 I... I have to... I have to go, so... 1320 01:07:44,619 --> 01:07:47,062 You... I'll finish here. 1321 01:07:54,479 --> 01:07:56,607 - I'm afraid you have me at a disadvantage, Chloe. 1322 01:07:56,631 --> 01:07:58,239 That's well outside my protocol. 1323 01:07:58,391 --> 01:08:00,461 - Well, I understand, but I did a little research. 1324 01:08:00,485 --> 01:08:02,388 And Otter's been in the service for 10 years. 1325 01:08:02,412 --> 01:08:04,987 All 10 of those were with Captain Fischer. 1326 01:08:05,140 --> 01:08:07,376 She's gotta be going through the same withdrawal as he is. 1327 01:08:07,400 --> 01:08:10,418 - A highly trained dog like Otter is a high commodity. 1328 01:08:10,495 --> 01:08:13,232 If the Army saw fit to keep her in service, 1329 01:08:13,256 --> 01:08:15,050 they're gonna stand firm on that. 1330 01:08:19,596 --> 01:08:21,596 - You're fond of him, aren't you? 1331 01:08:21,747 --> 01:08:23,576 Michael. 1332 01:08:23,600 --> 01:08:25,486 - I just want him to have a good Christmas. 1333 01:08:25,510 --> 01:08:27,138 He's earned that. 1334 01:08:27,162 --> 01:08:30,271 And, uh... yeah, I am. 1335 01:08:35,595 --> 01:08:37,590 All right, I'll make the call. 1336 01:08:37,614 --> 01:08:41,427 - But I've already used a lot of capital on your other request. 1337 01:08:41,451 --> 01:08:43,693 - Is there any update on that? 1338 01:08:43,845 --> 01:08:46,099 - No, but I'm still trying. 1339 01:08:46,123 --> 01:08:47,675 You haven't said anything to Savannah. 1340 01:08:47,699 --> 01:08:50,059 - Oh, no, I wouldn't wanna get her hopes up like that. 1341 01:08:51,777 --> 01:08:54,515 - Chloe, sometimes I worry you're getting your hopes up. 1342 01:08:54,539 --> 01:08:56,684 - Hmph. 1343 01:08:56,708 --> 01:08:58,299 Me too. 1344 01:09:00,119 --> 01:09:02,211 Well, you know what, General? 1345 01:09:02,364 --> 01:09:05,223 We just need a miracle. - Or two. 1346 01:09:16,802 --> 01:09:19,654 - I think Santa is going to have a very busy night. 1347 01:09:23,718 --> 01:09:25,067 Are you okay? 1348 01:09:29,666 --> 01:09:34,221 - It's from Amber Dunlap. She wants a Raggedy Panda. 1349 01:09:34,245 --> 01:09:36,540 Hm. I don't know what a Raggedy Panda is. 1350 01:09:36,564 --> 01:09:38,006 - It's a stuffed animal. 1351 01:09:38,157 --> 01:09:40,237 They all have funny faces and long hair, 1352 01:09:40,326 --> 01:09:42,677 and they only eat vegetables. 1353 01:09:42,828 --> 01:09:44,788 - Ah, do you have it on your list? 1354 01:09:46,183 --> 01:09:48,516 Okay, well, then what's wrong? You look sad. 1355 01:09:48,593 --> 01:09:51,019 - I asked for a Raggedy Panda last year. 1356 01:09:51,095 --> 01:09:53,407 My mom and dad told me they couldn't find it anywhere, 1357 01:09:53,431 --> 01:09:55,023 which was okay. 1358 01:09:55,174 --> 01:09:57,411 Every kid wanted one, so they were hard to get. 1359 01:09:57,435 --> 01:09:59,602 But when I woke up Christmas morning, 1360 01:09:59,754 --> 01:10:02,271 there it was under the tree! 1361 01:10:02,424 --> 01:10:04,585 - Your parents must've worked really hard for that. 1362 01:10:04,609 --> 01:10:07,571 - It wasn't them. It was Santa. 1363 01:10:07,595 --> 01:10:11,425 It was the only thing on my list and Santa got it for me. 1364 01:10:11,449 --> 01:10:15,376 - He's clever that way, huh? 1365 01:10:15,453 --> 01:10:18,379 - I only have one thing on my list this year. 1366 01:10:20,792 --> 01:10:22,050 - Sweetie... 1367 01:10:22,126 --> 01:10:26,199 - I wrote a letter to Santa... the real Santa. 1368 01:10:26,223 --> 01:10:28,723 I told him all about Operation Santa Claus 1369 01:10:28,800 --> 01:10:30,761 and how we're helping him so that way, 1370 01:10:30,785 --> 01:10:34,281 it'll be easy for him to deliver all the presents. 1371 01:10:34,305 --> 01:10:36,209 And that way, he'll have enough time 1372 01:10:36,233 --> 01:10:38,399 to bring my mommy and daddy home. 1373 01:10:40,979 --> 01:10:43,813 - I think that's a really tall order for Santa to fulfill 1374 01:10:43,965 --> 01:10:46,552 that kind of wish, Sweetie. 1375 01:10:46,576 --> 01:10:48,888 - I thought so. 1376 01:10:48,912 --> 01:10:51,557 - Oh, honey, I know it's hard, okay? 1377 01:10:51,581 --> 01:10:53,226 But think about this: 1378 01:10:53,250 --> 01:10:55,825 you and I would have never become such good friends. 1379 01:10:55,977 --> 01:10:58,639 And that is the greatest Christmas gift 1380 01:10:58,663 --> 01:11:00,900 I could ever have. 1381 01:11:00,924 --> 01:11:03,165 - I'm glad we're friends, too. 1382 01:11:04,986 --> 01:11:07,336 - You have two very lucky parents. 1383 01:11:28,343 --> 01:11:29,762 - So he can be there by 5:00? 1384 01:11:29,786 --> 01:11:31,322 - Any time you like? 1385 01:11:31,346 --> 01:11:33,306 - And he's good? - Oh, yeah. 1386 01:11:33,348 --> 01:11:34,675 He's the best Santa helper we've ever had. 1387 01:11:34,699 --> 01:11:37,511 Everyone just loves him. - Okay, great. 1388 01:11:37,535 --> 01:11:39,179 I will send over all the details. 1389 01:11:39,203 --> 01:11:41,499 Oh, and don't forget, I'm gonna send the names of the kids, 1390 01:11:41,523 --> 01:11:43,667 the presents they asked for, and then a few photos 1391 01:11:43,691 --> 01:11:45,427 so he can recognize a few of them by sight. 1392 01:11:45,451 --> 01:11:47,688 - Oh, he'll be thrilled. I'll look for your email. 1393 01:11:47,712 --> 01:11:49,282 Thank you so much. - All right, great, thank you. 1394 01:11:49,306 --> 01:11:50,932 Bye bye. - Hey, Chloe. 1395 01:11:50,956 --> 01:11:52,693 What's the status on Lieutenant Harlan? 1396 01:11:52,717 --> 01:11:55,384 - I will have a report on your desk tomorrow. 1397 01:11:55,537 --> 01:11:56,644 I gotta run. Sorry! 1398 01:12:13,888 --> 01:12:16,050 - We have less than 24 hours until the kids start lining up 1399 01:12:16,074 --> 01:12:17,793 to see Santa and receive their presents. 1400 01:12:17,817 --> 01:12:18,857 - We're doing great. 1401 01:12:21,062 --> 01:12:23,816 - You're right. I mean... look at this place. 1402 01:12:23,840 --> 01:12:25,651 It already looks incredible, so... 1403 01:12:25,675 --> 01:12:27,249 - It does. 1404 01:12:27,402 --> 01:12:29,344 It really does. 1405 01:12:29,495 --> 01:12:33,384 - Hey, this is Chloe? 1406 01:12:33,408 --> 01:12:34,735 - Hi, this is Jena Walz. 1407 01:12:34,759 --> 01:12:36,425 I'm afraid Santa's reindeer 1408 01:12:36,578 --> 01:12:38,480 have come down with a wee bit of a cold 1409 01:12:38,504 --> 01:12:40,240 and will not be able to get Santa 1410 01:12:40,264 --> 01:12:42,576 to your Christmas Eve party tomorrow. 1411 01:12:42,600 --> 01:12:44,411 - Oh, I'm... I'm sorry, what? 1412 01:12:44,435 --> 01:12:46,361 - I know, he just called. 1413 01:12:46,512 --> 01:12:48,341 - So Santa's not coming. 1414 01:12:48,365 --> 01:12:50,940 - We apologize for any inconvenience. 1415 01:12:51,092 --> 01:12:52,533 - Any inconvenience? 1416 01:12:52,610 --> 01:12:53,995 I... I... I'm sorry, I don't... I don't think you understand. 1417 01:12:54,019 --> 01:12:55,089 We have to have Santa. 1418 01:12:55,113 --> 01:12:57,074 I don't care if his reindeer are sick. 1419 01:12:57,098 --> 01:12:58,576 Fly Santa here on a magic carpet. 1420 01:12:58,600 --> 01:13:00,519 - All our other Santas are booked right now. 1421 01:13:00,543 --> 01:13:02,710 But I do have you on a waiting list. 1422 01:13:02,862 --> 01:13:03,982 - Christmas is tomorrow. 1423 01:13:04,105 --> 01:13:05,916 These kids are gonna be devastated. 1424 01:13:05,940 --> 01:13:08,936 - I'm sorry. Merry Christmas. 1425 01:13:12,371 --> 01:13:13,888 - I'm... I'm sorry. 1426 01:13:14,039 --> 01:13:15,223 Did that just happen? 1427 01:13:15,374 --> 01:13:17,225 - It did. Uh, but it's okay. 1428 01:13:17,376 --> 01:13:18,871 We're gonna... Let's just talk this out. 1429 01:13:18,895 --> 01:13:20,447 Um... 1430 01:13:20,471 --> 01:13:22,041 - Okay. 1431 01:13:22,065 --> 01:13:23,376 New objective. 1432 01:13:23,400 --> 01:13:26,734 Operation Find Santa. 1433 01:13:26,811 --> 01:13:28,236 - I like it. 1434 01:13:28,387 --> 01:13:30,549 I'm gonna make some calls. 1435 01:13:30,573 --> 01:13:33,649 - Find Santa. Find Santa. 1436 01:13:33,801 --> 01:13:35,660 Okay. Easy. 1437 01:13:49,241 --> 01:13:50,591 - Yes! 1438 01:13:53,671 --> 01:13:55,983 - They're all here? - Every single of them. 1439 01:13:56,007 --> 01:13:57,651 Santa didn't miss a thing. - Oh! 1440 01:14:08,670 --> 01:14:09,610 - Looks good. 1441 01:14:09,687 --> 01:14:11,590 Hey. 1442 01:14:11,614 --> 01:14:13,000 - Anything? - No. 1443 01:14:13,024 --> 01:14:15,524 I, uh, checked social media, called the agencies. 1444 01:14:15,677 --> 01:14:17,078 I even tried finding a Santa suit 1445 01:14:17,102 --> 01:14:18,989 that one of us could dress up in. 1446 01:14:19,013 --> 01:14:20,696 Nothing. 1447 01:14:20,848 --> 01:14:23,510 - Well, we are running out of time. 1448 01:14:23,534 --> 01:14:27,128 - I don't know what to do. I... I don't know. 1449 01:14:27,205 --> 01:14:31,610 - We'll, uh... we'll just have to explain that it's a busy time 1450 01:14:31,634 --> 01:14:33,595 for Santa and that he can't make it in person. 1451 01:14:33,619 --> 01:14:36,523 I mean, the kids will understand, I think. 1452 01:14:36,547 --> 01:14:39,193 - Just won't be the same. - No, it won't. 1453 01:14:39,217 --> 01:14:44,531 But all things considered, I mean... 1454 01:14:44,555 --> 01:14:46,814 we've done a heck of a job, you know? 1455 01:14:46,966 --> 01:14:48,202 This is gonna be the best Christmas 1456 01:14:48,226 --> 01:14:49,650 these kids have ever had. 1457 01:14:49,802 --> 01:14:52,465 Trust me. - Yeah. 1458 01:14:52,489 --> 01:14:54,449 Yeah, you know what? You're right. 1459 01:14:55,733 --> 01:14:56,824 You're right. 1460 01:14:58,236 --> 01:14:59,401 - Your men did a good job. 1461 01:14:59,554 --> 01:15:00,973 It looks beautiful. 1462 01:15:04,242 --> 01:15:07,054 - Uh... come on! 1463 01:15:07,078 --> 01:15:08,169 - Okay. 1464 01:15:08,320 --> 01:15:11,172 Um... 1465 01:15:11,249 --> 01:15:13,819 I have an idea. 1466 01:15:13,843 --> 01:15:15,879 I'm guessing we overloaded the breakers. 1467 01:15:15,903 --> 01:15:17,990 No biggie. But... 1468 01:15:18,014 --> 01:15:19,975 it depends on whether we just tripped a circuit 1469 01:15:19,999 --> 01:15:21,660 or damaged that. - What if it's damaged? 1470 01:15:21,684 --> 01:15:23,554 - We won't be lucky enough to find enough generators 1471 01:15:23,578 --> 01:15:25,594 to power this hangar. 1472 01:15:26,764 --> 01:15:28,523 - All right. 1473 01:15:28,599 --> 01:15:29,941 The main breaker. 1474 01:15:33,012 --> 01:15:37,198 All these tiny little atoms bouncing off of each other. 1475 01:15:37,275 --> 01:15:39,108 Invisible to the naked eye, 1476 01:15:39,260 --> 01:15:42,089 but powerful enough to turn 1477 01:15:42,113 --> 01:15:47,019 the darkness..into light. 1478 01:15:51,789 --> 01:15:54,084 Okay. - That was it? 1479 01:15:54,108 --> 01:15:56,625 - Add it to the list of miracles, General. 1480 01:15:56,778 --> 01:15:58,127 - Well, huh! 1481 01:15:58,279 --> 01:16:02,868 Oh. General O'Toole? 1482 01:16:02,892 --> 01:16:06,539 Oh. Fantastic. 1483 01:16:06,563 --> 01:16:09,230 You're gonna make a lot of people very happy. 1484 01:16:09,381 --> 01:16:11,710 - Hey, come on. I have a surprise for you. 1485 01:16:18,908 --> 01:16:21,612 - Look who made it. 1486 01:16:21,636 --> 01:16:23,319 - Ho, ho, ho! 1487 01:16:23,471 --> 01:16:25,154 - What? 1488 01:16:25,306 --> 01:16:26,800 - You're Chloe! 1489 01:16:26,824 --> 01:16:28,561 And Michael. 1490 01:16:28,585 --> 01:16:30,229 It's so good to meet you both. 1491 01:16:30,253 --> 01:16:31,752 - I don't... I don't understand. 1492 01:16:31,829 --> 01:16:33,899 I was told there wasn't anyone available. 1493 01:16:33,923 --> 01:16:37,069 - Well, I have to say it wasn't exactly easy. 1494 01:16:37,093 --> 01:16:39,668 But I'm glad to lend a helping hand. 1495 01:16:39,821 --> 01:16:42,597 By the way, Operation Santa Claus? 1496 01:16:42,748 --> 01:16:44,651 Brilliant! 1497 01:16:44,675 --> 01:16:47,079 Oh, do you mind if I use it next year? 1498 01:16:47,103 --> 01:16:49,823 The reindeer are getting frustrated by the work load. 1499 01:16:49,847 --> 01:16:51,606 Ho, ho, ho, ho! 1500 01:16:51,682 --> 01:16:53,752 - Uh, yeah, it's... it's... it's all yours. 1501 01:16:53,776 --> 01:16:56,814 Um, come on, I'll show you where to get started. 1502 01:16:56,838 --> 01:16:57,862 Okay. 1503 01:16:59,264 --> 01:17:00,615 There. 1504 01:17:07,624 --> 01:17:09,993 - All right, guys, come on down. And Santa's right there. 1505 01:17:10,017 --> 01:17:11,845 All right. Merry Christmas. 1506 01:17:11,869 --> 01:17:13,272 How you doin'? Great, great. 1507 01:17:32,297 --> 01:17:33,814 - Jason Fromm! 1508 01:17:35,818 --> 01:17:39,320 You've been such a good boy this year. 1509 01:17:39,397 --> 01:17:41,230 Merry Christmas, Jason. 1510 01:17:49,481 --> 01:17:51,702 - Now, I know you! 1511 01:17:51,726 --> 01:17:53,812 Emmy! 1512 01:17:53,836 --> 01:14:52,465 What do we have for you? 1513 01:14:52,489 --> 01:14:54,449 Yeah, you know what? You're right. 1514 01:18:01,419 --> 01:18:05,065 - Now let's not forget about your mother. 1515 01:18:05,089 --> 01:18:08,994 - I don't think we have a gift for their moms, Santa. 1516 01:18:09,018 --> 01:18:12,239 - I'm sure I saw one. 1517 01:18:12,263 --> 01:18:13,854 Down there. 1518 01:18:21,439 --> 01:18:23,008 - Don't be shy! 1519 01:18:23,032 --> 01:18:25,700 You do so very well by your daughter. 1520 01:18:25,851 --> 01:18:28,739 She is lucky to have a mother like you. 1521 01:18:28,763 --> 01:18:29,995 Merry Christmas. 1522 01:18:35,194 --> 01:18:38,932 - Thank you, Santa. 1523 01:18:38,956 --> 01:18:40,715 - You're welcome. 1524 01:18:45,129 --> 01:18:47,032 - I didn't think we got anything for the parents. 1525 01:18:47,056 --> 01:18:48,723 - Yeah, I didn't either. 1526 01:18:52,895 --> 01:18:55,304 - Amber? 1527 01:18:55,456 --> 01:18:56,897 - He is really good. 1528 01:18:57,049 --> 01:18:58,399 - Merry Christmas. 1529 01:18:58,476 --> 01:19:02,214 - How could he possibly remember so many names so quickly? 1530 01:19:02,238 --> 01:19:03,386 - Yeah... I don't know. 1531 01:19:03,464 --> 01:19:05,740 I... yeah, there's a... there's a list or... 1532 01:19:11,322 --> 01:19:13,748 - Santa? - Yes? 1533 01:19:13,824 --> 01:19:18,397 - Did you get my letter? - Of course I did. 1534 01:19:18,421 --> 01:19:22,831 - I guess there was nothing you could do. 1535 01:19:22,984 --> 01:19:27,981 - It's been a very busy time of year, Savannah. 1536 01:19:28,005 --> 01:19:29,338 - I understand. 1537 01:19:36,163 --> 01:19:37,938 - Oh my goodness. 1538 01:19:38,015 --> 01:19:39,848 - Hey, is that really them? 1539 01:19:40,001 --> 01:19:41,253 - Yeah. 1540 01:19:50,787 --> 01:19:52,369 - Look over there. 1541 01:19:54,031 --> 01:19:56,009 - Oh, baby! 1542 01:19:56,033 --> 01:19:58,125 - Mommy! Daddy! 1543 01:20:02,690 --> 01:20:04,131 - Ho, ho, ho, ho, ho! 1544 01:20:11,974 --> 01:20:13,215 - Welcome home, Mom. 1545 01:20:21,208 --> 01:20:23,892 - Thank you. - You're welcome. 1546 01:20:29,141 --> 01:20:30,969 - How did you pull this off? 1547 01:20:30,993 --> 01:20:35,070 - Honestly? I have no idea. 1548 01:20:49,161 --> 01:20:51,490 - Merry Christmas! 1549 01:20:51,514 --> 01:20:52,588 Merry Christmas. 1550 01:21:08,030 --> 01:21:09,363 - CHILDREN: Bye, Santa! 1551 01:21:09,440 --> 01:21:11,084 - You're welcome to stay. 1552 01:21:11,108 --> 01:21:12,441 - Oh, thank you, Chloe. 1553 01:21:12,593 --> 01:21:15,110 But I have quite a busy night ahead of me. 1554 01:21:15,262 --> 01:21:17,407 - You really saved the day. 1555 01:21:17,431 --> 01:21:19,707 - Oh, no, no. 1556 01:21:19,783 --> 01:21:22,762 It is you who saved the day. 1557 01:21:22,786 --> 01:21:27,267 You know, the work I do isn't limited to just the elves 1558 01:21:27,291 --> 01:21:30,529 and gifts and sleigh ride every year. 1559 01:21:30,553 --> 01:21:34,388 It's also about inspiring people like yourself. 1560 01:21:34,539 --> 01:21:38,058 All your volunteer work, reuniting families, 1561 01:21:38,210 --> 01:21:41,729 all the work you do is an extension of me. 1562 01:21:41,880 --> 01:21:46,233 And I can't do that without people like you. 1563 01:21:46,310 --> 01:21:48,605 - How do you know so much about me? 1564 01:21:48,629 --> 01:21:49,629 - Oh! 1565 01:21:49,721 --> 01:21:53,385 Chloe, it's there for all to see. 1566 01:21:53,409 --> 01:21:57,152 Either way, that Christmas snow? 1567 01:21:57,304 --> 01:22:00,559 Still working on it. 1568 01:22:02,977 --> 01:22:04,752 - Oh, leaving already? 1569 01:22:04,903 --> 01:22:06,495 - Yeah. 1570 01:22:06,647 --> 01:22:08,141 - Funny guy. 1571 01:22:13,429 --> 01:22:14,814 Oh, that's strange. - What? 1572 01:22:14,838 --> 01:22:18,318 - It's from the agency. Found a Santa. 1573 01:22:18,342 --> 01:22:21,677 Wondering if we still want to hire him. 1574 01:22:21,829 --> 01:22:23,231 - If he didn't come from the agency, 1575 01:22:23,255 --> 01:22:26,607 then... where did he come from? 1576 01:22:26,758 --> 01:22:28,609 - Ho, ho, ho, ho! 1577 01:22:30,429 --> 01:22:31,757 - No! 1578 01:22:31,781 --> 01:22:33,355 - Couldn't be. 1579 01:22:33,507 --> 01:22:38,619 - 1580 01:22:38,770 --> 01:22:40,204 - Heh. 1581 01:22:43,775 --> 01:22:46,605 - You know, I, uh... 1582 01:22:46,629 --> 01:22:49,608 I was thinking about something. 1583 01:22:49,632 --> 01:22:52,800 Neither one of us brought a date to this party. 1584 01:22:52,951 --> 01:22:56,804 - Well, there's a very simple reason for that. 1585 01:22:56,880 --> 01:22:59,117 - And that is...? 1586 01:22:59,141 --> 01:23:01,286 - Well, neither of us sought out someone else because 1587 01:23:01,310 --> 01:23:04,864 we subconsciously hoped the other wouldn't either. 1588 01:23:04,888 --> 01:23:06,349 The problem for both of us, however, 1589 01:23:06,373 --> 01:23:08,293 is that by lowering our defenses, 1590 01:23:08,317 --> 01:23:12,653 it can cause us to feel threatened and unsafe, 1591 01:23:12,804 --> 01:23:17,877 which is why neither of us considered the alternative. 1592 01:23:17,901 --> 01:23:19,410 - Which is? 1593 01:23:24,667 --> 01:23:30,649 - 1594 01:23:34,343 --> 01:23:35,843 - I told you I'd get you back. 1595 01:23:35,919 --> 01:23:43,919 - 1596 01:23:46,580 --> 01:23:49,857 - What happened to disarming her neuroreceptors? 1597 01:23:49,933 --> 01:23:52,395 - Chemistry. 1598 01:23:52,419 --> 01:23:54,194 Our work here is done. 1599 01:24:00,519 --> 01:24:03,757 O, holy night 1600 01:24:03,781 --> 01:24:08,617 The stars are brightly shining 1601 01:24:08,769 --> 01:24:11,431 It is the night 1602 01:24:11,455 --> 01:24:15,883 Of our dear Savior's birth 1603 01:24:17,887 --> 01:24:21,366 Long lay the world 1604 01:24:21,390 --> 01:24:26,371 In sin and error pining 1605 01:24:26,395 --> 01:24:28,896 'Til He appeared 1606 01:24:28,972 --> 01:24:34,880 And the soul felt its worth 1607 01:24:34,904 --> 01:24:38,655 A thrill of hope 1608 01:24:43,487 --> 01:24:45,746 - Are we, uh... are we expecting anyone? 1609 01:24:45,897 --> 01:24:48,393 - Lieutenant Harlan is gonna join us... wasn't he? 1610 01:24:48,417 --> 01:24:50,711 - He said he had an assignment, thought he wouldn't make it. 1611 01:24:50,735 --> 01:24:54,996 - Mm. I, uh... I wonder what kind of assignment that was. 1612 01:24:55,149 --> 01:24:57,235 - What? 1613 01:24:57,259 --> 01:24:59,219 What are you guys... - PAT: Hello? 1614 01:25:12,015 --> 01:25:13,941 - Otter! 1615 01:25:17,596 --> 01:25:18,832 - Hi! 1616 01:25:18,856 --> 01:25:19,688 Good girl. 1617 01:25:19,840 --> 01:25:21,523 Oh, who's such a good girl? 1618 01:25:21,675 --> 01:25:24,003 Oh, yes, I missed you so much! 1619 01:25:24,027 --> 01:25:28,363 Oh! Oh, my girl! 1620 01:25:38,300 --> 01:25:41,802 - You're a good girl. 1621 01:25:41,953 --> 01:25:43,545 You guys all knew about this? 1622 01:25:43,697 --> 01:25:45,508 - Well, we didn't know for sure until this morning. 1623 01:25:45,532 --> 01:25:48,884 It was all Chloe's doing. 1624 01:25:51,889 --> 01:25:53,647 Such a good girl. 1625 01:25:59,897 --> 01:26:02,634 - Thank you. 1626 01:26:02,658 --> 01:26:04,900 - Welcome home, Soldier. 117184