All language subtitles for Christmas.Keepsake.2023

You okay, Grace?

Excited to finally
see all this snow?

Yeah.

I don't know about you,

but I am looking forward

to an authentic
American Christmas.

- Me, too. -

I know it's a little scary
moving to a new place,

- but it's exciting too, right?
- Yeah.

We're gonna get
a fresh start here.

I just wish we
didn't have to leave

before we could go to
the Christmas Fair.

I know, kiddo.

But once we get settled in,

I promise to make it up to you.

- You mean it?
- Yeah, of course.

Look, you and I,
we're juggling a lot.

Moving to a new country,

moving into a new house,

it all adds up.

But we're gonna have a
great Christmas here.

And I, for one, promise

to only focus on the fun
stuff from now on.

What kind of fun stuff?

What if we dress up as elves,

and then, go and meet
all your new classmates?

How about let's not.

All right, real one.

I think we should
decorate the new place.

Sounds good, let's do it.

Let's get this stuff inside.

It is cold!

Ooh!

All right, that is the last two,

and I made sure the basics
were in here already.

Hey.

What's up?

It just feels weird.

What does, sweetheart?

Being here without mom.

Hey... you
wanna know something?

I don't think we are.

I think she'll be
with us forever.

Let's settle in.

We've got a big day
of unpacking tomorrow.

Come on.

Thanks for the pancakes, Dad.

Sorry, I could only find
buckwheat flour at the store.

Don't beat yourself up.

They were... unique.

At least, they're good for you.

So, what's the plan for today?

I don't know if you noticed
all these boxes over there,

but they need to be unpacked.

Think of it like opening
Christmas presents.

When you put it that way...

Hey.

Can't a dad be proud of his
daughter's accomplishments?

It's a participation ribbon.

Yeah, and I'm proud of
you for participating.

It's so beautiful.

I've never seen real snow,

except for last night.

Go on.

Really?

You got 13 years of playing
in the snow to catch up on.

I can handle all of this.

Thanks, Dad.

Uh-uh. Have fun, but
make sure you put a...

A scarf. I know.

"How to have the best
Christmas ever..."

"You're going to
need your energy."

"Start with a cup
of hot chocolate

from the best place in town,

Luna's."

"Bake candy cane cookies."

"Say a prayer at the
nativity scene in town."

"Pick out the best
Christmas tree

and craft your own
ornament for it."

"Finish up by going

to the Christmas
candlelight service

to see the tree lighting."

"These are all the traditions
that make our family special."

"I love my family."

"Merry Christmas."

If I just pull...

How's the unpacking going?

I think I need a
break, actually.

What's up, kiddo?

Look what I just found.

What is this?

It's a tin with a bunch
of fun family traditions.

Wow! That's...

This looks like a time capsule.

- Where did you find it?
- It was buried in the backyard.

Huh. Interesting.

I wonder who it belongs to.

Do you think they're missing it?

Well, no. Usually, when someone
buries something like this,

it's in hopes of
giving whoever finds it

a glimpse into the
owner's life at the time.

So, it's not like it's lost,

they left it there on
purpose for someone to find.

Lucky you!

That makes sense.

Still, wouldn't it be fun to
find out who it belongs to?

Sure, yeah.

But we don't know if they
still live around here.

Well, if we do all the
things on the list,

and the person who made it

kept up their traditions
over the years,

we're bound to run into
them at some point.

I don't know, kiddo.

We... We still have
a lot to do here.

Come on, didn't you just
say you wanted a break?

How about some hot cocoa?

That I did.

And you know I love hot cocoa.

All right, let's do it.

Oh, you sure you don't want

another buckwheat
flour pancake first?

No, thank you.

It smells like heaven in here.

It really does, doesn't it?

Good to see you again.

Thank you so much

There you go.

And dollar change.

By the way, the
cup came from here.

What's that, sweetheart?

- The cup from the time capsule.
- Oh, cool.

#Hi! On your count.

Thank you.

-Hi there! -Hi.

Place looks great.

It's like a Santa's
workshop or something.

You think so?

I will give the
compliment to my mom.

Decorations are all her.

Yeah, please do.

So, um, what can I get you two?

We're gonna have two hot
cocoas to go, please.

Darn... Um...

We just sold out, I'm so sorry.

-Aw. -I know, I'm so sorry.

It's our best seller and he just
got the last one of the day.

Must be one heck of a hot
cocoa to sell out before noon.

It's my fault.

I didn't order enough
cocoa for the week.

It's no one's fault, Mom.

I'm gonna replenish
the stock later today,

so if you guys
come back tomorrow,

I will have a cup
with your name on it.

Sounds good.

We'd definitely have to
come back tomorrow. Yeah?

-Yeah. -And what's your name?

-Grace. -I'm April.

You like Christmas, Grace?

It's only the best holiday.

Presents,

tasty food and best of all...

- Christmas break?
- Time off school.

Well, in the spirit
of Christmas,

here's a little something to
hold you off until tomorrow,

- on the house.
- That's very kind of you.

-Right, Grace? -Thank you.

You're most welcome.

I'd be in the back
if you need me.

So, I know we're out
of what you came for,

but anything else I can
get you while you're here?

Uh... Yeah, sure, I'll
just grab a latte. Thanks.

- Got it.
- Thank you.

So... You're not from
around here, are you?

What gave it away, the accent?

All that, and it's a small town.

I'd remember if I'd
seen you before.

Oh, we just moved
here, actually.

Oh, then, welcome.

Let me guess, Australia.

Yeah, Sydney.

I've always wanted to go.

Oh, you should. You should.

Uh... It's really beautiful.

April and October, it's
perfect weather for me.

- Okay, spring and fall, noted.
- Yeah.

It must be a huge change
to go from hot and sunny

to freezing cold, huh?

Yeah, it's definitely
different, but in a good way.

You know I never understood why
winter got such a bad rep...

especially at night

when there's just this
beautiful delicate snowfall.

- It's just so...
- Magical.

Yeah.

- Exactly. -

Well, if you have any
questions about anything

while you're settling in,

you know where to find us.

- I'll keep that in mind, thanks.
- Done.

Oh, you made quick work
of that candy cane.

- I love Christmas. -

-Nice meeting you. -Elizabeth.

Tom. And my daughter, Grace.

And we will see you tomorrow

for take two of that hot cocoa.

-Sounds good. -Bye.

Bye! Next stop,
cookie ingredients.

Yum! Those look t-a-s-t-y.

How long before we can dig in?

Uh, these are too hot,

but... boop, boop.

You can start digging around
these one now, they're good.

Ooh.

I'll just be a minute.

Hello.

Mr. Jones.

I'm glad I finally caught you.

I've been trying to
reach you for days.

Yeah, yeah. Sorry about that.

We had a long journey,

but we got in last night.

Good.
Great, great. Listen.

I wanted to get
in touch with you

about the plan you drafted.

Perfect. Yeah, yeah.

Well, it's my daughter's first
Christmas here in America,

with real snow, and we're
really excited to...

I have some bad
news, unfortunately.

I don't think my team's
gonna be able to pull off

the backyard Christmas
Fair you wanted

in time for December 23rd.

Oh...

How come?

Well, mainly because

most of the vendors
you requested

are unfortunately
already booked.

Well, I would've
reached out sooner,

but we didn't even know if
we'd be here by Christmas.

Which vendors aren't available?

Well, the food truck,

the Santa sleigh, the
reindeer petting zoo.

So, pretty much
all of them, then?

There are
some jugglers available

if you want me to book them?

No, no, no. That's all right.

Um...

Oh, what about the
gingerbread bouncy castle?

Oh, the gingerbread
bouncy house.

It's not gonna happen.

Well... what am
I supposed to do?

Look, I understand
how disappointing

this must be to hear,

but this time of year
is always the busiest.

Look, Natalie, it's just...

I really need to make this
the best Christmas ever

for my daughter.

She's been through
so much as it is...

Well...

I have a lot on my plate,

so I shouldn't be
committing to this...

but I'll have a look at some
alternative ideas for you.

Really?

Thank you. Thank you so much.

My honest opinion

is that we won't be able
to execute what you want

in the time frame that you need.

My advice would be
to scale it down.

Way down!

Look, I really just
want it to be like home,

so if there's any way
to make that happen...

All right.

All right. But I'm gonna need
your help to narrow things down.

Are you free for
the next few hours?

Yeah, yeah. For this, I can be.

Let me call you back.

Alright, bye.

So...

Looks like I have to go work
on something for a few hours.

- Aren't you on Christmas break?
- I am.

But it's not really for work,

but it is a special project.

Sorry for the mystery.

It'll all make sense
soon, trust me.

But just know,

that I wouldn't do it

if it wasn't very,
very important.

I can handle the
decorating, anyway.

It's the best part.

Tell you what...

Tomorrow, let's continue
our mission to figure out

who this mysterious
time capsule owner is.

What's next on the list, anyway?

The nativity scene.

Let's go to that,

and then swing by
the cafe afterwards.

Sounds great, dad.

You know, I'm the
luckiest dad in the world

to have such an
understanding daughter.

Love you.

Thank you.

Well, hello again.

These are for you and April.

I know you make
cookies for a living,

but I hope you still like them.

Aw, that is so sweet, literally.

They're also from my dad.

Speaking of your
dad, where is he?

He had to stay behind and work.

Oh, bummer.

So, what are you up to?

Right now? - Mm-hmm.

Not much.

I don't really know
anyone here yet.

Well, unless you want
to give me a hand

in the kitchen with some scones?

-Really? -Mm-hmm.

If you like making cookies,
then this is just as fun.

Sounds way better than
what I was gonna do.

Which was what?

-Unpacking. -Ugh, no.

Come on, follow me.

Hi all, would any
vendors be available

to work on December 23rd?

Grace, how are those
cookies coming?

Grace?

Hello.

Tom, hi.

Hi, hi. Is Grace here?

Yeah, she's just helping
me with some pastry prep.

Good.

Oh, I'm so sorry. I thought
you knew she was here.

I didn't until about
ten minutes ago.

But, thank you for
keeping an eye on her.

No problem at all.

Yeah.

Dad, I learned
how to make dough.

I left you a note.

That's not the same
as talking to me.

You can't just leave without
telling me where you're going,

especially, in an
unfamiliar place, okay?

I'm sorry.

I didn't want to interrupt
you while you were working,

so I thought a note
would be better.

Well... That's very
thoughtful of you.

But next time, just
come and find me, okay?

We need to communicate before
you go off and do something,

because it doesn't
matter what I'm doing,

I'll always, always be
there for you, okay?

-Yep. -Come here.

Love you.

Now, get your jacket on, okay?

Okay.

Sorry about that.

I was, uh, just...
a little worried.

I'm a dad, it's what I do.

Now, what was all
this about the dough?

We were making raspberry scones.

No way!

It's my absolute favorite.

Mine, too.

You two sure are eager
for this hot cocoa!

Ah, Grace came by earlier to
drop off some cookies for us.

Oh, how thoughtful.

You've raised such a sweet girl.

Thanks, she really is.

That's why I need
to keep track of her.

All right, we, uh...
We better take off.

Thanks again for watching
her, I appreciate it.

- Come on.
- Thanks, Elizabeth.

Come back any time.

Two visits in one day, huh...

What?

Nothing. I just think
it's nice to see

some fresh faces
around, that's all.

Uh-huh.

And I did notice he's
not wearing a ring.

- There it is.
- What?

Mom, I see what
you're trying to do,

but you know I'm not really
looking to date, right?

That's what you always say.

I'm just focusing
on me right now.

You know, try to get through
the holidays in one piece.

I know this time of
year is tough for you,

but all the more reason
to share it with someone.

Plus, everyone knows, the
best time to find someone

is when you least expect it.

Yeah, I always thought the
best time to find someone

was when you actually wanted to.

Well, sometimes,
destiny has other plans.

All right, all
right, I won't push.

I appreciate that.

For now, anyway.

What was that?

Oh, nothing. Nothing, dear.

Where did you get
that old thing?

You made that when you were six.

Oh.

I mean, it's kind of nice.

Here it is, mum's angel.

You know, when I was your age,

we had a very sparkly star

right at the top of
our Christmas tree.

And, uh, I remember thinking

that it was so bright

that if the light
hit you just right,

it would totally blind me.

Do you think we'll get some
new decorations for the house?

Well, I thought you wanted

to use the decorations
from back home.

I do.

It's just, if we're
getting a fresh, new start,

why not get some fresh, new
stuff to go along with it?

Yeah.

Well, there's already a lot
of change happening, Gracie.

It's nice to keep
some things the same.

Like this?

Yeah, see?

Boo-boo-boop.

Nostalgia's not so bad.

I like this guy.

Any new clues?

Not unless I get a match
on this handwriting.

Can I have a look?

Ah...

Hm... Pretty good penmanship.

Do you think it's
a boy or a girl?

Ah, it's tough to say.

I hate to interrupt
the investigative work,

but it's time for some sleep.

Do you think we can go to
the candlelight ceremony,

like it says in
the time capsule?

Yeah, yeah. I think
we can work that out.

-When is it? -December 23rd.

Oh.

What? - Well...

You know, that special
project I've been working on?

It is due on December 23rd.

But who knows, maybe
we'll have time for both.

But I don't want
to over-promise.

That's okay.

Still, I hope we find
the time capsule owner

before then, either way.

Oh, well, Gracie,
we don't even know

if they live in town any more.

I just think if it were mine,
I'd want it back, you know?

Even though I left it for
someone else to find...

It feels like something
really special got lost.

Well, if anyone can solve
the mystery, it's you.

'Cause I, for one, am glad
Detective Grace is on the case.

Hey.

Where's that newspaper article?

Yeah.

Hm...

How old does this
boy look to you?

It's kinda hard to tell.

Yeah, but maybe,
he's about the age

of someone who might make a
time capsule, don't you think?

Definitely.

Do you think he'll be at
the nativity scene tomorrow?

Well, we'll just
have to wait and see.

Ah! On that note,

let's get some
shut eye, shall we?

All right.

- Goodnight, Dad.
- Goodnight, sweetheart.

- Sleep well, I love you.
- Love you, too.

All right, there.

Dad, look.

Do you recognize him?

Uh, no.

He was at the cafe yesterday.

He got the last cup of cocoa.

Don't worry, we'll
get ours right after this.

What I mean is,
he got hot cocoa,

now he's here.

Wait, you don't think that...

Hello everyone and welcome!

As some of you may know,

my family and I
have been planning

this nativity scene
since I was a kid,

but this year,

I wanted to do
something extra special.

It's totally gotta be
his time capsule, right?

He clearly loves Christmas,
we'll have to talk to him.

Yoo-hoo!

Oh, April! Hey! How are you?

I am well, dear.

Happy to see such a
good turnout here.

yeah.

Did you
say a prayer yet?

As soon as we got here.

Good.

Is Elizabeth with you?

No, I'm afraid not.

She hasn't been to this
for a very long time.

She also had to open the bakery.

Oh, we're gonna be
headed there pretty soon,

right after we talk to...

Where did he go?

Where did who go?

You don't happen to know the man

that was speaking at the
podium before, do you?

David? David Smith?

I guess, you do.

Everyone knows David.

In fact, he used to
live in your house.

How do you know where we live?

-I have my ways. -Right!

Well, would you know how
we can get a hold of him?

Grace has a question
she'd like to ask.

Oh... Well, lucky for you I do.

He actually works at
the Christmas tree lot

just outside of town.

He's probably gonna be
back tomorrow afternoon.

Tomorrow? That's forever.

Well, anyway.

I'd better get
back to the bakery.

See you guys later?

Yeah, yeah. We'll
see you there soon.

-OK, Bye. -Bye.

Oh, well, what do
you think, kiddo?

Until we can visit the tree lot,

we may as well just move on
to the next thing on the list.

And what's that?

Making our own tree ornaments.

Maybe we'll catch this David
person at the craft store?

Yeah, worth a shot.

Come on, oof!

- But first, hot cocoa.
- Hot cocoa, okay.

All I'm saying is you should
think about doing it this year.

I just don't think
I'm ready yet, Mom.

Sweetheart, don't take
this the wrong way,

but you're never going to be
ready unless you push yourself.

I don't know, Mom.

I know you think you
have big shoes to fill,

but your father would be so
proud of you just for trying.

Morning.

Sorry. We didn't
mean to interrupt.

It's fine.

-Hi. -Hi.

So, we are here for those
famous hot cocoas, please.

Oh, right. Yes, of course.

I'd better finish
up the cupcakes.

Cupcakes?

I could always use someone to
taste test the buttercream.

Go on.

-So... -So, is everything...

I was just gonna ask,
is-is everything okay?

Couldn't help but overhear
a little bit of that.

Yeah.

Yeah, um...

Well, not entirely.
It's just, my mom,

she, uh... She wants
me to say this speech

at the candlelight ceremony,

and I'm not particularly
excited about the idea.

Why is that? If you
don't mind me asking.

I mean, it's a long story,

but, you know, this time
of year is just a bit

bittersweet for me.

You don't like Christmas?

No, it's not that I
don't like Christmas.

- Um, it's just... - Hey.

I get it.

I don't have to know the details

to know that public
speaking is...

a little scary.

Totally.

But when it comes to
satisfying a sweet tooth

on the other hand, I
know a thing or two.

Not to brag.

As promised and on the house.

Oh! Thank you.

Okay. Now, I understand.

This is a delicious hot cocoa.

- Glad you came back?
- Yes, definitely.

You're not trying that
without me, are you?

Yours is right there.

-Yum! -You approve?

All right, kiddo. Let's go
back and do some crafts.

Crafts? What are you two making?

Christmas ornaments.

Wait, you make your own?

Well, this year, we do, yeah.

Wow, that's...
that's really nice.

Race you to the car?

Yeah, let's go.

Oh, oh! Thanks very much
for the delicious drink...

Elizabeth.

You almost done up there?

Almost!

Thanks for being
patient, sweetie.

I think I'm gonna
make one for David

to give back to him when
we return his time capsule.

Ah, that's very nice of you,

but we still don't
know it's his.

Dad, come on.

- He drank the hot cocoa.
- Mm-hmm.

He planned the nativity scene.

He works at the tree lot,

and we're living
in his old house.

The evidence all lines up.

Nancy Drew herself
would be impressed.

But would Nancy Drew
have run out of glue

halfway through the project?

What? You already
finished the bottle?

Hey, it takes a lot
of glue to stick

that many things together.

But now I don't have any left
for the rest of the ornaments.

Huh...

Well, come here.

I do have to keep
working on this, but...

Yeah, I think I can take 20
minutes to go to the store

and pick up some more.

-Thanks, Dad. -You're welcome.

April!

Hi, neighbour!

So that's how you
knew where we lived.

Busted.

What a coincidence.

No such thing
as a coincidence

in a small town.

That's something I'm
becoming quickly aware of.

How are you liking the place?

Oh, it's been great so far.

Still got a little bit...

Well, lots of unpacking to do,

but, uh, yeah.

It's slowly starting
to feel like a home.

I'm glad to hear it.

Well, if you ever
need a cup of sugar,

you know where to find me.

Thanks, April. I'm happy to
have a familiar face nearby.

Oh, Tom, dear...

I was wondering,
are you and Grace

around for dinner
tomorrow night?

Ah, it's very kind of you, but
we wouldn't want to impose.

Don't be silly. I'll be
slow-cooking a ham all day.

I usually go with
turkey at Christmas,

but this is my
excuse to make ham.

In that case, that
sounds lovely.

Can we bring anything?

No, just yourselves.

Well, my mum always taught me
never to arrive empty-handed.

Well, on second thought,

you could bring a dessert?

- Yeah.
- Maybe a holiday trifle

with cranberries and pecans?

That's... specific.

But if it's too
much trouble, I...

No! I've just... I've
never made it before.

Well if you swing by
and see Elizabeth,

I'm sure she can point you
in the right direction.

Thanks for the tip.

Of course. Well,
I won't keep you.

See you tomorrow.

Yes, we will.

What's that?

Oh, nothing, dear! I'm
just talking to myself.

Bye.

Barely moved in and you're
already decking the halls.

Priorities!

-Thanks. -Where's Grace?

Oh, she's just inside,
finishing some crafts.

What brings you around so early?

Well, my mom's opening
up the bakery today,

so she asked me to
swing by her place

to turn on the slow cooker.

But now that that's
done, you need a hand?

Sure. Yeah, thanks.

Not bad.

Yeah, I think we make
a pretty good team.

Thank you so much for your help.

Oh, I... I just remembered.

Uh...

Do you know how
to make a trifle?

I sure do, why?

Well, I ran into your mom

and she invited me and
Grace to dinner tonight,

and she asked me
to bring a trifle

- with cranberries and...
- Pecans?

How'd you know?

That dessert is my specialty.

Well... Really?

What?

I'm just wondering if April
is trying to play matchmaker.

Does she do that a lot?

No, no, not really.

But she told me to wear

something nice to
dinner tonight.

And now I know why.

But, no, I'd be happy
to share my recipe,

if you want it.

Yeah, that would be great,

because I am useless
in the kitchen.

Why don't you stop
by the bakery later,

just before I close up?

That sounds great.

Well, I'd better
finish up out here.

Um, I'll go see if Grace needs
any help with craft clean-up.

Yeah, she'd love to see you.

One, two!

It's on you!

Oh!

On the chest!

I need a break.

Hey, which one? Blue or green?

I like the green one.

Dark green it is, thanks.

Are you getting
ready for your date?

Date! It's not a date!

Thank you very much.

No, Elizabeth is just helping
with the recipe for dessert,

so you and I can bring
something to dinner tonight.

- That's awfully kind of her.
- Mm-hmm.

And when I get
back, let's go see David

and ask him about that
Christmas time capsule.

-Hey, Tom! -Hi.

I hope I'm not too early?

I can't believe it is
already time to close up.

The day has just flown by.

Tell me about it.

The older I get, the more
hours feel like minutes.

You know, you add in
an international move,

the holidays, Christmas,

I feel like I can
barely keep up.

Anyway...

I thought I'd stop by here first

to see what I need to pick up
at the store for the dessert.

Nothing.

I went earlier.

Oh, you didn't have to do that.

Oh, no. Don't sweat it.

I had go get ingredients
for the bakery, anyways.

Oh... and your recipe.

-Right, thank you. -Mm-hmm.

Right.

Is my chicken scratch that bad?

No, no, it's not that.

It's just... How does
one make cranberry sauce?

You've never made it before.

It's a classic Christmas side.

Not in Australia, really.

I mean, we're more of a prawns
and oysters type people.

But if I want cranberry sauce,

I usually just buy it in a can.

You can't be serious.

Yeah... What?

Yeah, I like it in a can.

Agree to disagree.

- Since I'm...
- Look if you have time...

- You go.
- Since I'm already here...

um... and you're the expert,

maybe, you can teach
me how to make this

'cause I am no Gordon Ramsay.

I was just about to
say the same thing.

I mean, if you have
time, of course.

Yeah, yeah.

Come with me.

Okay, so, it is a
fairly simple recipe.

The secret is orange
zest in the cranberries.

-Orange zest? -Mm-hmm.

So, what we're gonna do is,
we're gonna take a cup of water

and we're gonna add
some orange juice.

- Yes. - Yes.

And then, sugar.

-Sugar? -Mm-hmm.

We're gonna let it boil.

Then once it boils, we're
gonna add some orange zest

and cranberries,

and give it about
ten minutes or so,

- wait for them to burst...
- Uh-huh.

Voila! Cranberry sauce.

Sounds pretty simple.

And trust me, you will
never reach for another can.

Of cranberry sauce ever again.

Well we're gonna have
to see about that.

You're on.

How'd you get so
confident in the kitchen?

Uh, I think I get
it from my dad.

He taught me everything I
need to know about baking.

In fact, this trifle
recipe was originally his.

Well, this must be one
special dish, then.

You sure you're okay letting
me in on your family secrets?

Yeah, I think so.

Oh, I was meaning to ask you,

what made you move
here to Ashbury Grove?

We did a bit of a U.S. road
trip when Grace was a baby,

and I always had fond
memories of this place.

Yeah, there's just something
about this place, isn't there?

Sure is.

Oh, oh!

Sorry.

I'll go get something
to clean it up.

You've ran this
place a long time?

Um...

Yeah, very long time.

I bet you got some good stories.

Yeah! Some not so good.

When my...

- Never mind.
- No, no, what is it?

Uh... I don't really
think I should...

Come on, we're
friends, aren't we?

Right... Friends.

Yeah, so, let me be your friend.

I'm a great listener, and
I might just understand.

So, my dad, he...

he built this place
when I was little.

Even named it after our dog.

I grew up in that kitchen.

Um...

And then, when he... he got sick

right before Christmas,

he would come in everyday
and still bake with me,

even when he should
have been resting.

But there was no
telling him what to do.

Anyways...

Sometimes, when I'm working

during this time of the year,

it just brings it
back, you know,

like, the good and the bad.

Oh, I'm so sorry.

I didn't mean to
dredge that up for you.

No,
no, it's all right.

Actually, feels nice
to talk about him.

Yeah.

I can relate, you know.

Grace's mum...

My late wife...

Yeah, she got sick
a few years ago

and passed away soon after.

And it was really hard
to know what to do.

'Cause I wanted to be
a good dad to Grace.

Protect her, keep her happy.

But... I needed time
to grieve as well.

Tom, I'm so sorry,
that's so tough.

Yeah, well it was tough.

Leaving the home we
all shared together.

But we needed a fresh start,

and that is why we moved away.

My point is...

that kind of loss...

It isn't something
that ever gets better.

You know, it's just something...

You have to live with.

Yeah, exactly.

Oh.

Gracie.

Oh, oh, slow down.

Yeah, um...

Okay, okay.

Leaving right now,
see you soon. Bye bye.

- Is everything okay?
- Yeah, yeah, it's fine.

I just promised her we'd
go to the tree lot today,

and apparently, it
closes in half an hour.

You, you want me to
finish the trifle for you?

No, no. You've
already done so much.

Um, I can do it.

Yeah, pretty sure...

No, I can't do it.

If you wouldn't mind.

Consider it done.

Thank you.

All right. So, we'll
see you for dinner.

Can't wait.

I'm gonna get my jacket.

So, what did you end up
making with Elizabeth?

Well, she taught me how
to make cranberry sauce.

You mean, we're not having
it from a can this time?

I thought you liked that?

I do.

But I like trying
new things, too.

Well, guess what we're having
at April's for dinner tonight.

-What? -Your favourite.

Oh, unless your taste-buds
have evolved too much.

No way.

- ♪ We're having ham
tonight -[chuckles]

- ♪ We're having ham tonight
- We're having ham tonight

Yeah.

You think we missed him?

I hope not.

Wait! There.

- Sir, are you David Smith?
- I am.

I'm Grace and this is my dad.

We have something we
think belongs to you.

What... is this?

Um... you don't recognize it?

It's a time capsule...

with Christmas traditions.

We know this might
sound a little weird,

but we just moved into
your childhood home.

Over on Walnut? - Yeah.

Actually, Grace found this
buried in the backyard

and we thought it
might be yours.

Wow, I have a lot
of great memories

in that backyard...

but this isn't one of 'em.

You sure?

This definitely
isn't my handwriting.

I can tell because
you can read it.

Uh, you don't have any siblings?

- No. -

Well, if it isn't
yours, then whose is it?

I wish I could help you out,

but I honestly have no idea.

Merry Christmas.

Thanks for stopping by.

I hope you find whoever
it is you're looking for!

Have a great day!

Merry Christmas.

Back to the drawing board.

Yeah, looks that way, kiddo.

We didn't even get
to pick out a tree.

Yeah, I know, we'll have
to come back tomorrow.

Hey, let's map out our
next steps for this

time capsule mystery.

Okay.

Hi! Grace, don't
you look pretty.

Thank you.

- Hi. - Hi.

Oh!

-Ta-da. -Ooh, wow!

Like, I said, it's my specialty.

Hi.

Thank you, Tom.

It looks delightful!

Almost as good as Elizabeth's.

What?

Well, let's just say I
had a little bit of help.

-Oh! Come on in. -Thanks.

Jacket.

I thought we could share some
of the cookies you made, Grace.

Maybe, even sneak a
bite before dinner.

- Yes, please.
- Ooh!

Your tree looks
amazing, Mrs. Walker.

Thank you!
Call me April.

Your tree looks amazing, April.

Much better.

Where did you get this?

Elizabeth made it when
she was about your age.

Maybe, a little younger.

Dad, you're not
gonna believe this.

What is it?

Look familiar?

Actually, it does.

Wait, how did you make these?

Um, it's a funny
story, actually.

Wait...

Elizabeth, why are you
asking about these cookies?

These... these
cookies taste exactly,

like the ones I used to make

with my dad when I was little.

We used to put, like,
every type of candy in it.

- Even toffee bits and...
- Gold sprinkles.

Yeah, that too.

Wait, how did you know that?

We
found the recipe.

What? Where?

Grace was playing in the yard,

she dug up an old time
capsule buried back there.

The recipe was inside.

What else is inside?

I'll go get it.

My dad and I made
this when he first got sick.

I've always wondered if
someone had found it.

Why would you bury it
next door, sweetheart?

I think it was the day that
you took dad to the hospital.

You left me with The
Smiths for the afternoon.

I don't really
remember everything.

"These are all the traditions

that make our family special."

"I love my family!"

"Merry Christmas!"

Oh, this is...
this is so special.

Um, thanks you, guys. I...

I don't know what to say.

Sorry, I'm not usually a crier.

Hey, you don't ever have
to apologize for that.

Thanks.

We're just glad it got back
to it's rightful owner.

Absolutely.

And we... I hope you don't mind,

but Grace and I have taken
some inspiration from it.

What do you mean?

Well, we've been following
some of the traditions

you wrote in that letter.

Oh, that's wonderful!

Isn't it, Elizabeth?

Yeah, that's great.

I mean, someone should, anyway.

So you've done everything
mentioned in Elizabeth's letter?

No, we haven't got
a real tree yet.

Or gone to the
candlelight ceremony.

- Right. -Oh, well then...

You know, what we should do?

What?

We should all go together.

Maybe, Elizabeth might come
and say a few words this year.

Well, we really want to,

-but... -No buts.

The whole town comes
together to take part.

I know you two haven't
been here long,

but you're basically part
of the community now.

Well, we would love to, but...

Well then, it's a deal.

That sounds like a lot of fun,

but Dad's got a big project
that's due the same day.

I can't guarantee we'll make it.

Oh, that's too bad.

Well, in the meantime,
if you still need a tree,

you'd better go tomorrow.

I was thinking about
getting another myself.

Wait, another Christmas tree?

Small one for the foyer.

Oh, but I'm swamped tomorrow.

Elizabeth, would you
mind going for me?

You two could go together,

maybe grab some lunch?

What about the bakery?

I can close in the
afternoon, don't worry.

Grace can even come,

give me a hand.

I could always use a few extra
hands to knead the bread.

Yeah, that sounds awesome.

Hey! I thought you wanted
to go tree shopping.

It's okay. I've always wanted
to learn how to bake bread.

You two go together.

All right then, I'm
game if you are.

Sure.

Alright.

Now who's gonna say Grace?

Me, obviously.

Would you like
another helping, Tom?

Oh, April...

That was delicious.

Yeah, Mom. You seriously
outdid yourself.

Please, the slow-cooker
did all the work.

If you ask me, dessert
was the best part.

Well done, Tom.

Well, I can't take
all the credit.

Elizabeth did most
of the...

She did all the work!

- It was all her. -

So, what's the verdict?

You still a die-hard
fan of canned cranberry?

Okay, I have to admit it.

You might have converted me.

And I will say,

the orange, yes, it
does add flavour.

I don't wanna say, "I
told you so," but...

-Hey, Elizabeth? -Mm-hmm.

Will you come help me
with this for a second?

Duty calls, excuse me.

So, about earlier...

The holidays are a really
tough time for Elizabeth.

Oh.

Christmas used to be
her favourite holiday,

but since her dad passed away,

well, so did all
their traditions.

Still, I know how special
that time capsule is,

and how much it means to her
to go through it all again.

Even though the memories
are... bittersweet.

Well, I can only imagine

how hard this time
of year is for her.

For both of you.

Still, I...

I have noticed though

that her spirits have
certainly been lifted

since you've come to town.

Oh?

I don't know what it
is that you're doing,

but whatever it
is, keep doing it

because my daughter's happiness
means everything to me.

Well, I can relate to that.

I haven't seen Grace this
happy in a long time.

Look at her.

It certainly

is a wonderful
feeling, isn't it?

As a parent to see
your child smile.

It's been pretty
rare lately, to be honest.

Sorry... I
don't mean to overshare.

Tom, you're talking to a
woman who's seen it all.

This is a judgment-free
zone, trust me.

Well...

you know, moving to a
new city is one thing,

but moving to an
entirely new country,

that is a whole
other can of worms.

It is... It's been a
lot for her at once.

Well, big life changes can
be hard for kids her age.

That special project
she mentioned,

due on December 23rd...

It's for her.

I can't tell her about it

because I want it
to be a surprise.

Oh, well,

whatever it is, I'm
sure she'll be thrilled.

Well, the problem is...

not sure if it's gonna
happen the way I hoped.

I can't seem to find anyone

to set it up in
such short notice.

Oh.

Well, that's too bad.

The truth is, I just
wanna give my daughter

a great American Christmas.

She deserves it.

You're an incredibly
thoughtful father.

But can I share something
with you that I learned

a long time ago?

I'm all ears.

I used to be such a planner.

I would always have
a plan B and a plan C

just in case plan
A didn't work out.

But I was always so busy

thinking of every scenario
that could happen,

that I didn't allow
myself to actually

enjoy what was
happening in the moment.

After Elizabeth's father passed,

well, it certainly gave
me a new perspective...

to soak up every part of life,

even the curveballs.

So...

if things don't go the way
you hope with your plan,

just remember that

life has a funny way
of working things out.

And sometimes, where you wind up

is better than anything
you could have planned for.

Hey, Dad.

Can we put this on
our tree tomorrow?

Absolutely, as long as
I get to make some too.

Thanks, April.

Oh.

Gotta take this.

I'll... I'll be
right over, kiddo.

Natalie, hey,
everything all right?

Well, depends on your
definition of the word.

I just spoke to the
last few vendors.

Let me guess, they're
already booked.

Actually, the opposite.

They're all in for your
mini Christmas Fair.

Seriously?

That is... That's amazing.

There is one teeny,
tiny caveat, though.

I won't be available to oversee
everything on the day of.

Which means...

you're going to have a
ship without a captain.

- Unless... -Unless what?

Well, you take it on.

It will mean a lot
of work for you

over the next couple of days,

but I don't know anyone else

who's available this
close to Christmas.

What would I have to do?

Well, most of the prep
work has been done.

You'll have to finalize

the menu, contracts,

schedule, pay checks.

Oh! And make sure everyone
knows where to go on the day.

Well, uh, look...

If it means making
this Christmas

perfect for my
daughter, I'll do it.

Great.

Great., I'll send over
the files now. Talk soon.

Great, bye.

Looks like it's gonna
be a long night.

You're still awake, Gracie?

Hey.

I think a congratulations
are in order.

For?

For solving the mystery of
the Christmas time capsule.

It felt really, really
good to watch someone

reunite with a treasure
from their childhood.

- It was pretty cool, wasn't it?
- Yeah.

Especially, since
it was Elizabeth.

Yeah, it was
pretty amazing.

I think she was...
she was very touched.

Did you see the
look on her face?

I know you did.

Uh... What?

- I think you like her.
- What?

And I think she likes you, too.

What makes you say that?

You can just tell.

Or at least, I can.

Time for bed.

Hey, Dad.

Yeah.

It's okay with me if you do.

Like Elizabeth, I mean.

I know Mom would
want you to be happy.

Sleep tight, Angel.

You get much sleep last night?

Not really, no.

I was up all night working
on a special project.

It's for Grace, actually.

Oh.

We used to go to this big
Christmas Fair back home.

And my plan is to surprise her

with a mini version
of it in our yard.

I might not have slept much,

but managed to sort
through everything.

It's amazing, Tom.

You know, Grace is
lucky to have a dad

that cares so much about making
Christmas special for her.

I can't believe it's
only a few days away.

Yeah, you know what they say,
"Time flies when you're..."

"Struggling to
balance everything."

Well, at least you're chipper.

- You're not?
- No, no, I am.

Okay, you got me. But
I am trying, genuinely.

I gotta say, I know I
have a long ways to go,

but seeing that
time capsule again

made me remember how special
my holiday traditions were,

and it might not be so bad

to dabble in some
light Christmas spirit.

Baby steps, you know?
But...

Well I, for one, am
very glad you're here.

Because I know nothing
about real Christmas trees.

So, what do you
usually look for?

Uh, I honestly haven't
really thought about it.

I mean, like I said,

my tree knowledge is
significantly limited.

Hm, all right, let's do a quick
overview of Christmas tree 101.

-All right? -Mm-hmm.

There are five main types.

What, wait! There
are five main types?

Oh, yeah. Spruce, pine,
fir, cypress and cedar.

Are they really
all that different?

Tom, Tom, Tom.

First the canned cranberry
sauce and now this.

- Come on!
- No, a tree is a tree, right?

Look, all I'll say is that...

I'll know what I
like when I see it.

What about this one?

Oh, it's too short.

It'd be perfect
for my mom's foyer.

We should earmark it.

Oh, what about that one?

It's too tall. I wouldn't even
fit it through the front door.

Ah...

That's the one.
Yeah, this is it.

-Yeah. -Good choice.

Wow, look at that tree topper.

Oh.

It looks just like the one
my family had when I was young.

I feel like I'm back
in my old living room.

You should totally get it.

It's so sparkly and dazzling.

Dazzling?

Okay, "dazzling" is
admittedly a bit much.

But seriously,
you should get it.

Yeah, I think I will.

Or not.

Oh, well, we brought
another one from back home.

You know, Grace, her mum and I,

we always had synthetic trees.

But I have to admit,

there is something
really special

about the smell of fresh pine.

Mm-hmm.

It takes me right
back to my childhood.

Isn't it wild how some things
can just throw you back

to such a specific memory?

Yeah.

What's that look?

Nothing.

It's just, uh...

"It's just..."

I feel like ever since
I've gotten here,

it's just been one
coincidence after the other.

And I'm starting to wonder...

What?

What if moving here

next door to your mum,

finding the time capsule,

you and I meeting,

what if it was all...

Meant to be?

Yeah.

Yeah, meant to be.

I mean, how many things
like this have to happen

before we realize that

they aren't just coincidences?

Ah...

Um... what time is it?

Uh, I think it's
about three o'clock.

We should probably
get the trees back

'cause I have to close
up the bakery after.

Yep. No, that sounds good.

It's perfect.

I knew you'd get a great one.

So...

You ready to decorate
this guy or what?

Almost.

Now I'm ready.

Angelic voices singing

♪ Joy to the world

♪ Joy to the Earth
The Savior reigns ♪

Ah, good work.

So, are you gonna tell me
what this special project is?

Not just now.

But tomorrow, I will. I promise.

So, how is it going
with you and Elizabeth?

Well, things ended

a little weirdly
today, actually.

Did you tell her how
you feel about her?

No, not exactly.

All right, all right,
I will tomorrow.

Good.

-I love you, Gracie. -I know.

Elizabeth.

Is now a bad time?

No. No, no, no. I've
got a few minutes.

Wow, you're really going all
out on your DIY Christmas Fair.

Yeah, yeah, just...

You know, I want
it to be perfect.

- So, I just...
- So, about yesterday...

-You first. -Um...

I'm headed to the tree
lighting with my mom,

but I felt a bit off yesterday,

and I just wanted to explain...

I...

Oh, I'm sorry.

I was expec... um...

Yeah, please, just
hold that thought.

Yeah, make yourself at home.

Thanks.

Hello. Hi, Natalie.

Um... no. I haven't
checked yet, why?

What do you mean,
"Snowmageddon?"

Uh, they're out?

They're out, too.

Wait, what do you
mean? They're all out?

Um. Thank you for
letting me know.

Yep.

What was that all about?

Did you hear about this huge
snowstorm heading our way?

Oh, yeah, it's supposed
to hit the next town over,

so it should miss us.

Still, all the roads leading
to town are now closed.

- Oh, no, does that impact...
- Yeah.

Yeah, no one can make it.

I'm so sorry.

Yeah, I don't know
what I'm gonna do.

Can I help in some way?

No, no. Thanks for offering.

I'll make it work?

Anyway...

Now, what were
you saying before?

About yesterday?

Oh, no, that can wait.

But you're here now, so...

Um, I just, I don't know

if now is the right time.

I'll start then.

I thought we had something
good going on between us.

And I thought the
feeling was mutual.

No, there was...

There is.

But it felt a little bit
awkward at the tree lot.

Um, okay, it's just, well...

The stuff you were
saying yesterday...

about everything
happening for a reason...

it's a lot for me.

You know, it's just...
it's the holidays

and the family traditions...

it's hard for me to
get through every year.

Not to mention, you and Grace,

the bond you two share,

it reminds me so much

of my relationship with my dad.

And it makes me
miss him so much.

And getting to know you
has been so great...

But?

I'm scared.

Of what?

I'm sorry, Tom.

No. maybe you're right,

maybe this...

isn't the right time for this.

Look, isn't it beautiful?

Elizabeth.

Um, if it's okay with you,

I'm gonna skip the
ceremony this year.

I just need to take care of
some things at the bakery.

Bakery?

-Is everything okay? -Yeah.

Yeah, it will be. I just...
I need to be alone right now.

You sure?

Mm-hmm.

I know you said you
wanted to be alone,

but I think we both know
I could never do that.

I just wanted to see if
you needed a hand in here?

Maybe, someone to
measure out ingredients?

No, I got it covered.

Uh, you should go
to the ceremony.

I also wanted to see
how you were doing?

I've been better.

I take it things
took a turn with Tom?

What happened?

You know I don't like
being vulnerable.

When I feel exposed,
I pull back.

He told me he had
feelings for me.

And I wanted nothing more than
to say, "I felt the same,"

but I just... I froze.

I guess I'm scared.

To lose him?

Oh, Elizabeth,

I know it's not easy for
you to let people in.

I'm sure losing your father

at such a young age didn't help.

But being vulnerable is a
part of life, sweetheart.

You're never gonna
get close to anyone

unless you let down
your guard a little.

You know, you just
have to ask yourself

if the other person is worth it.

And even if it doesn't work out,

well, better to
have loved and lost

than never to have
loved at all, right?

You know, I've
seen you grow more

in the last week

than I have in the last year.

If you just push yourself

a little bit more,

I know you won't regret it.

Thank you, Mom.

Now...

I know how much you
like to work out

your feelings with pastries...

But why don't you join me
at the candlelight ceremony?

It'll make your mom a whole
lot happier if we go together.

Um...

I'll think about it.

Dad.

Surprise!

Was this the project
you've been working on?

Ah, kiddo, I'm sorry.

It's not at all like
I'd hoped it'd be.

I wanted to give you a
great big Christmas Fair

like we had back
home, but, well...

- Weather took a turn and...
- Dad, it's amazing.

I can't believe you did
all this by yourself.

You're not disappointed?

No.

This has been the
best Christmas yet.

Really?

Even though it's
different from back home?

Different doesn't mean bad.

I don't care what we do,

as long as it's together

'cause that's what
really counts.

Come here.

Besides, we got to try
so many new traditions.

We're basically Americans now.

It has been an
adventure, hasn't it?

Hey, speaking of
new traditions...

You wouldn't wanna go

to the candlelight
ceremony, would you?

I'll get my scarf.

All right, and mittens.

Cheer up, buttercup.

It's the eve of Christmas eve.

Hm, On second thought,

let's not force it.

Look, have you thought any
more about saying a few words

for your father?

After all, he started
this tradition.

Sweetheart, I know
your heart is hurting.

But you're a tough cookie,

you'll get through this.

I mean, it's not like I
have anything prepared.

It doesn't matter.

Just speak from the heart.

Take a deep breath.

You've got this.

Okay.

Do you think we'll make it?

I honestly don't know, kiddo.

Well, we have to try.

Come on, I'll race you.

Alrighty.

Hi, everyone.

I hope you're all having
a great holiday so far.

I just wanted to say a few words

before we continue on
with the festivities.

You know, I'm not much
of public speaker.

That was my dad's thing.

I've always had a hard
time saying things

when they really matter most.

But, um, here goes.

I was recently reminded

of how important it is to
maintain family traditions

with and for our loved ones.

In fact, it's those
very traditions

that make this time
of year so special.

I'd like to dedicate this year's
annual Christmas tree lighting

to my father.

He was a great man,

a family man.

And I miss him every day.

But I realized recently

that a part of him
continues to live in me

when I uphold our
family traditions.

So, with that,

I'd like to thank you all

from the bottom of my heart

for making this one so
memorable, year after year.

Merry Christmas.

Well, that was,
uh... some speech.

It was beautiful.

Some might even say, vulnerable.

Well, it was a long time coming.

I just wasn't ready until now.

Grace, let's go look at this
magnificent tree, shall we?

-What? Oh, yeah. -Come on.

Uh, listen.

I need to come clean
about something.

Ever since my dad passed away,

I've been scared of losing
the people that I care about.

I thought if I didn't
admit my feelings for you,

it'd be like nothing
ever happened,

just go back to normal life.

But I don't think
that's possible anymore.

What are you saying?

I really like you.

And I think your
daughter is amazing.

And I'd love to see
where this goes,

if you're still open to it.

Most definitely.

- Really?
- Yeah.

I knew you liked her.

It's okay.

I like her, too.

You're not so bad
yourself, kiddo.

Five, four,
three, two, one...

"Joy to the world"

Oh!

♪ Joy to the world

♪ Joy to the world

♪ Joy to the world

Oh, I'm sorry, I
have to take this.

I will be right back.

Natalie, hi, I'm just
out with the family.

So that storm
gave us a bit of a scare.

But one of the roads
opened back up.

I can send the food truck,

reindeer and Santa
on your way now.

You know what?

That won't be
necessary, Natalie.

Let's let them go home

and spend time with
their families.

I'm actually creating a
new tradition as we speak.

And make sure they
keep that deposit.

Merry Christmas.

♪ Joy to the world

♪ Joy to the world

Everything okay?

Couldn't be better.

♪ Joy to the world

♪ The Savior reigns

♪ Let all their songs employ

♪ While fields and floods

♪ Rocks, hills and plains

♪ Repeat the sounding joy

♪ Repeat the sounding joy

♪ Repeat, Repeat
the sounding joy ♪

You sure you want to
put that back in there?

This thing brought us together.

Imagine what it'll do for
the next people who find it.

Plus, I, uh, made a copy.

To memories.

Both the ones we've
already shared.

And the ones we
haven't yet made.

Hear, hear.

Can we go inside and
bake cookies now?

Last one inside is
a rotten eggnog!

Not going to be me!

We're right behind you guys.

There's just one thing

I need to talk to
Tom about first.

So...

I just want to thank you

for everything you've
done for my mom and me.

I could say the
same thing to you.

You've just been
amazing with Grace.

Merry Christmas, Tom.

I mean, I know you already
have a tree topper,

but I thought you'd
appreciate it.

This is the sweetest thing.

You know what? I'm gonna
put up both of them.

A little bit of my old home

with my new home.

Sounds perfect.

How did you even get this?

I thought it wasn't for sale.

Well, I told David your story,

and he was so inspired,

he let me have it.

I don't know what to say.

It's just so... dazzling.

Hey, thank you.

Woah, is this yours? Yours? No!

It's under here.