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(* Wish It Was Christmas Everyday * by Jason Tarver & Louise Dowd)

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- Don't worry, sir. We'll be right with you.

Here you go, one gingerbread latte

and one cinnamon bagel with cream cheese.

- Oh, you are a lifesaver.

- The waiting room doubled in the 20 minutes I was gone.

- Hmm, as you know, the week before Christmas

is always the busiest.

- Oh, wouldn't it be nice to work at a private wellness spa?

- You know, you always say that

but you've worked here for how long?

- It was the first job I was offered after I graduated.

- Exactly. You're just not one for change.

- I can't help it if I like the security that comes with stability.

Although, I wouldn't mind finding a job where I could set my own schedule.

(phone pings)

"How are you? I'll see you at Christmas?"

I don't know this number.

- Good, 'cause if it's Mark --

(scoffs) - It's not Mark.

Didn't I tell you? He has a new girlfriend.

- And you know this because?

Addie! You are gonna have to stop doing this to yourself.

It's not healthy.

- There are patients waiting.

- Okay, this conversation is not over.

- Okay. I can see you now.

(Christmas music on piano)

(Addie): Thank you.

Dad!

- Sweetie, how ya doin'?

- Hi!

- Oh, it's good to see you. - You too.

- Bartender's busy making your favorite drink.

- Ooh, thank you.

- Mm-hmm. Meantime,

here's to holiday cheer

and it's a Christmas tradition.

- Mm-hmm.

- And as Tiny Tim famously said in Charles Dickens'

"A Christmas Carol", "God bless us, everyone."

- Cheers to that.

- So, how's work?

- Good. Good. Busy as ever.

- Good. - Have you heard from Andrew?

- Yes. - Are you ready for your trip to Australia?

- I am so excited.

You know, your brother Andrew is still hoping

you can join us for Christmas. Just a week?

- I wish I could.

- He said he'll take you diving.

- That would be fun.

- And he's got kangaroos and wallabies in the yard.

- Hmm, really?

- No. But he did say he'd take you diving.

- Oh, you know, I would, I would love to go

but I only get four days off at Christmas.

- I know. We were just hoping.

- When I go to Australia, I wanna go for at least

two or three weeks. And summers are probably better.

- Yeah, that makes a lot more sense.

- You know, he could have made it easier

by picking a job on this continent.

- I know, right? Pfff!

I-I do feel bad leaving you alone at Christmas.

- I'll be fine. I'll be busy working.

- I know you'll be fine.

It's... it's just the three of us now.

- I know. But holidays have never been a big thing,

especially since Mom passed.

- Yeah, I know. Hmm.

- I know Andrew misses you and he's really looking forward to your trip.

- Oh, so am I.

- That reminds me.

- Oh.

- Ta-da!

- What is that?

- An early Christmas present.

- I told you, you didn't have to do this.

- Well, I wanted to.

- Noise cancelling earphones.

- For the plane. - Oh! It's perfect.

(laughs) - You're gonna love 'em.

- Thank you very much.

- You're gonna have the best trip.

- Andrew and I are gonna miss you.

- I know. I'm gonna miss being there.

- Oh, you hungry? - Yes, yes.

- All right. - Do they still have the lasagna?

- They do.

(cheerful music)

(honking, sirens)

(scoffs) - Unbelievable.

Ugh!

(phone pings)

(Addie chuckles)

(camera shutter snaps)

(Addie huffs)

- Now, Zach booked our tickets to Florida

to visit his parents for Christmas.

- Florida sounds fun.

- And you are welcome to join us

because they have plenty of space

and they're always saying the more, the merrier.

- I appreciate it but I'm sure

plane tickets last minute are pretty expensive

and I'm trying to save up to visit my brother next summer.

- Right. Okay, well what will you do?

- I'll be fine. I'll eat a bunch of chocolate

and watch Christmas movies.

(Traci chuckles)

(phone pings)

- Oh, okay,

if that is Mark again, I'm gonna --

- It's not Mark. My first patient just cancelled.

Mark and I don't talk anymore, but if you wanna see Mark...

- You are a glutton for punishment, do you know that?

- I know. (gasps)

- Okay.

- He's engaged?

(scoffs) Okay, we dated for three years

and he refused to discuss marriage

because he said he didn't believe in it.

And now he's engaged after dating someone for two months?

- Okay. Okay, my grandma always said that you should build

your love on friendship and marry your best friend.

And Mark and you were not --

- Yeah, I know, we were never best friends.

I can see that now.

But still, two months?

- Two months. (phone rings)

- I'm gonna take this.

- Okay, I'll take them.

- Okay.

- Hello?

- Oh, Addie, hi, it's Nana.

My name's actually Maybel, but everybody calls me Nana.

- Hi, Nana, how are you?

- I'm good. I'm good.

I just um, I just thought a video call

would be nicer than texting because I wanted to thank you

for sending me that link. I ordered the scarf.

- Oh, good. I-I hope your daughter likes it.

- Oh, I hope so, too. She is so hard to shop for.

Does your mother feel the same way about you?

- Oh, uh, sadly she is no longer with us.

- Oh, I'm so sorry.

I hope you have other family around you.

- Yeah, yeah, my dad and my brother.

They're actually in Australia this year for Christmas.

- Oh. Boyfriend?

- Uh, that's a long story.

- Well, now where do you live, if you don't mind my asking?

- New York City. What about you?

- Well, I'm in Hartford, Vermont.

What do you do? I'm sorry for being so nosy.

(chuckles) - No, that's okay.

Um, I am a chiropractor at Wellness Chiropractic.

- Oh, that's wonderful.

Well, I taught first grade for 40 years.

I just retired a couple of years ago.

- That's amazing. Congratulations on your retirement.

- Well, thank you.

Well, I don't want to keep you

but it's been lovely chatting to you.

- Nice talking to you, too.

- Well, I do hope we keep in touch.

- Me too. Bye.

- Bye.

- What a sweet lady.

(**)

(whistling)

- Hello?

- What? James! Oh!

- Hey, Mom. - Oh, buddy, I didn't expect you 'til Christmas Eve!

- Well, my assignment ended early so I hopped on the first flight home.

- Oh, well, bless your heart. Can you stay awhile this time?

- I actually have to leave for Chile on the 27th.

You know, travel doctors are in higher demand than usual right now.

- Well, at least you're home this year!

And you know my Christmas wish. - Yeah.

- That someday you will meet a nice girl and settle down somewhere nearby.

- Maybe someday, but I would have to meet a nice girl first.

- Yeah. Mwah!

- Love you, Mom. - You too.

- Ooh, is that gingerbread I smell?

- Fresh outta the oven!

- Ooh, yum, yum, yum!

- Nice girl.

(gasps) - Oh no! Ugh!

Ugh!

(sighs)

(phone ringing)

Hi, Nana.

- Hi! I'm so sorry to bother you again.

Oh, what are you doing? - Ugh.

Baking cookies, or at least trying to.

They're a bit burnt.

- Well you know, some people think they might have left them in too long,

but maybe your oven's too hot?

- Do I get points for effort?

- Of course you do.

Anyway, the reason I'm calling,

I just keep thinking about you not having any family around

for the holidays, and I was wondering if you would like

to join us for Christmas?

- Oh!

Uh... that is so kind of you but...

- I know, I know. But before you say no, think about it.

It's a three-hour drive or you could take the train.

And the whole family will be here.

And we would love to have you join us.

- Well, thank you for the offer. I, I really appreciate it.

- Great. You just let me know what you decide dear, okay?

- I will. Thank you. Bye.

(phone pings)

(Addie chuckles)

(phone pings)

"I took a chance on love and won."

I take chances.

(huffs)

Block.

Hmm.

Hi, Nana, it's Addie.

You know what? I think I will take you up on your offer

to join you and your family for Christmas dinner.

I'm almost done packing.

- Are you crazy?

She got a last minute train ticket to Vermont

and she's spending Christmas with complete strangers.

(Zach): What?

- Yes, Zach thinks you're crazy, too.

Just buy a plane ticket to Florida and come and join us.

- Look, I appreciate it, I really do, but I'll be fine.

I'm going for dinner tonight and I'm staying one night at the local inn.

If the situation is uncomfortable for any reason,

I'll leave early.

See? I can do change.

- Yeah, change is finding a new job in a new city, or...

or cutting bangs. This is lunacy!

- Maybe you're right. But I'm going.

- Okay, well call me and tell me how it goes.

- I will.

- Bye.

- Bye.

(cheerful music)

Hello?

(curious music plays)

- Merry Christmas. And welcome to Hartford.

- Merry Christmas.

Uh, I'm Addie Stevens, I'm checking in.

- Well, I'm glad to meet you.

I'm Carter, the owner here.

- Nice to meet you.

- Stevens.

Let's see.

Stevens, yeah, there you are.

- Hmm. - This is your first visit with us.

- It is.

This place is quite charming.

- My father owned this inn before me.

And his father before him.

I-I try to maintain the original décor,

while you know, modernizing the amenities,

so that our guests feel that

this is their home away from home.

(chuckling)

To quote a... a cliché marketing phrase.

(Addie chuckles) - Well, I think you've succeeded.

It's the most adorable inn I've ever seen.

- That's so kind of you to say.

We also offer a complimentary,

home-cooked breakfast starting at 7:00.

- That sounds good.

- You're visiting family?

- Uh, well you could, you could say that.

Um, I'm actually having Christmas dinner

with the Granways. Do you know them?

- Oh. Yes.

Maybel Granway...

is one of the kindest people you'll ever meet.

(chuckles) Though she had a hard time

when she lost her husband, Fred,

a couple of years ago.

Terrific family.

- I'm glad to hear that. The terrific family part.

- I've known the kids since they were young.

They were friends with my son.

Just good people.

- Good.

- Oh, you'll probably wanna rest up after your trip.

- Yes, please. - Your room is on the second floor

and I hope you enjoy yourself in Hartford

on this beautiful Christmas day. - Thank you.

- And give my best to Maybel.

- I will.

- Oh, here, let me give you a hand. - Oh, no, no, I'm okay.

- You're sure? - Yes, thank you.

- Okay. - Thank you so much. Nice to meet you, Carter.

- Nice to meet you.

(**)

- Thank you.

(sighing)

I can't believe I'm doing this.

(knock echoes on door)

- Oh!

Addie?

- Nana!

- Oh! You made it!

- Yes, yes. Thank you for inviting me.

It's um, it's really nice to see you in person.

- Oh, you too. Oh my goodness.

- Oh, these are for you.

- Oh! They... oh, New York bagels.

I hear they are the very best.

- Yes, well, it's the water.

- Oh, well come in.

- Yes. - Oh my goodness, I'm sorry.

- Thank you. - Let's get you in, get you warm.

There we go.

Ah. Here you go.

- Thank you.

- Um... Cheers! - Cheers!

You have such a beautiful home. It's like stepping into a Christmas painting.

- Why, thank you. Oh, I do love it.

It's absolutely my favorite time of year.

I just wish the kids enjoyed it as much as I do.

- They don't like Christmas?

- No, they do, but I think they think I overdo it a little bit.

- Well, they don't know how lucky they are.

Oh, can I put these under the tree?

- Oh my goodness, you didn't have to do that. That's so nice. Oh.

- Hey, Mom, could you set another place at the dinner table?

- Yeah. - I ran into...

Uh... hi.

- This is my son, James.

- You weren't in the picture.

- Yeah, well, James didn't make it last Christmas.

- Um, and you are?

- Uh, I'm Addie.

- Hi. - Hi.

- Nice to meet you.

- Nice to meet you, too.

- Oh sorry, yes, Addie is my new friend

and she's going to be having Christmas dinner with us.

- Oh, well, welcome.

- Thank you.

- So, how do you two know each other?

- Oh, it's a funny story. (Paige): Hello? Uncle James!

- Oh, little nugget. Ooh, geez, you're getting big on me.

(Will): Merry Christmas! (Molly): Merry Christmas.

- Merry Christmas, honey. - How are you doing?

- Addie. - Will. Hey.

Merry Christmas. - Merry Christmas, Will.

- So, Addie, sorry, this is my daughter, Molly,

and her wonderful husband, Will. (Addie): Hi.

- They were high school sweethearts.

And this is my beautiful granddaughter, Paige.

And you've met James. And that's it!

- It's so lovely to meet you all.

- Well, uh, Addie, you can take a chair there beside James.

- Okay. - Mm-hmm.

- Oh, this is wonderful.

- Oh, uh, Christmas crackers.

They're a little Granway family tradition.

As is eating Christmas dinner at 4 p.m.

and turkey cranberry sandwiches at midnight.

- That's right.

- Now, what about you, Addie?

Does your family have any special traditions?

- Oh. Well, my brother and I

used to open one gift on Christmas Eve.

- Oh. - But it's been a while

since we celebrated the holidays together.

- Oh, why's that?

- Oh, well, my brother lives in Australia.

- Oh. - And my dad recently retired,

so he alternates holidays between us.

- Well, we sure are happy to have you here with us.

- Aren't we, James?

- Absolutely. Uh, any friend of my mom's is a friend of ours.

- Now, Molly, would you like to say grace for us?

- Yes.

(Molly): For food that stays our hunger,

for rest that brings us ease, for homes where memories linger,

we give our thanks for these.

- Amen. - Amen.

- Amen. - Amen!

(doorbell chimes)

- You know, I'll get that. (clears throat)

(Maybel chuckles) - Smells so good.

- Well, I hope you're hungry.

- The stuffing is incredible. - No, that's mine. - Save some for me.

(Maybel): It is a good stuffing.

- Look who I found. You all remember Violet?

- Hello, hello. Sorry I'm late.

I ran into Jamie while we were both doing

some last minute Christmas shopping yesterday.

We ended up getting coffee and closed down the shop

just talking about old times.

One thing led to another, and here I am.

- Oh, it's just lovely to see you again, Violet.

Paige, could you uh, get another setting

and Jamie, sorry, James, could you just bring over a chair?

- Yeah, there's one right behind you there, Jamie.

- Hi, I'm Addie.

- Ah, okay. There you go.

- I'm a new family friend.

(Maybel): Oh, please, everybody begin.

- Thank you. - Hope you're all hungry.

So, Violet, what have you been doing since --

- Since you broke up with Jamie all those years ago?

- Well, if you remember, I moved out west for college right after high school.

And you know how after you graduate you don't know if you'll ever see anyone again,

or if it's the final goodbye? But I guess some things are just meant to be.

(Maybel chuckles wryly)

And then, after we reconnected, I told Jamie he is the one who got away.

I compare everyone I've ever dated to him

and no one even comes close. (chuckling)

- Oh, now isn't that sweet?

Addie, can I get you anything else, dear?

- Oh no, I am full,

but everything was absolutely delicious.

- Oh! - So, Addie, you're new in town?

- I live in New York City. - Oh?

- Yeah, I'm-I'm staying at the Hartford Inn.

Actually, Carter sends his best wishes.

- Oh, how nice. He's a very kind man.

- Wait, if you live in New York City well, how-how do you know my mom?

- Okay, well so, that's a funny story.

I was texting Paige.

- Yeah, and I finally got my own phone, Uncle James.

- All right! - And I wasn't wearing my glasses

when I typed in her number.

- And she accidentally texted me.

We've been chatting ever since.

- You bet! (laughing)

- Are you serious?

- So, you invited a complete stranger

to our home for Christmas? I mean, no offense.

- Well, she's not a stranger anymore.

- Well, we didn't know that before today.

- But I have a sense about people.

Besides, we have been told not to neglect.

To show hospitality to strangers

for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

- Ang... are you an angel?

- Oh, well, I had to take off my wings.

They make it hard to move around. - Oh.

- Thank goodness for that. I'm actually allergic to feathers, so.

- Dad, I told you no dad jokes.

- Oh. Okay.

- Oh, I think we should open presents now.

- Good idea.

(**)

- Thank you.

- Oh! Nice.

- Thanks, Uncle James. - Ah, you're welcome, kiddo.

- There's a bike that goes with that at home.

- Next year. (all chuckle)

- Is-is there a bike? - Yes.

- Aw. Well, Addie,

what are you waiting for? Go ahead, open it.

- Okay.

It's beautiful.

- It's an ornament from me. Everybody gets one. It's tradition.

- Whether you want one or not.

(all chuckle)

- Now, see the thing is, when you're looking at your tree,

every ornament brings back a memory.

- It's a beautiful Christmas tradition. Thank you.

- Thank you. - This is for you.

- Ooh. - Thank you.

- My goodness.

Oh, oh my goodness, Addie,

that's beautiful.

Honestly, you shouldn't have.

- You invited me into your home for Christmas.

It's the least I could do.

(Maybel): Well, I will always treasure it, my dear.

It's beautiful.

Okay, so who's up for dessert.

- Me! - I am. (Addie): I'll help.

- Okay, thanks. - Oh no, Mom, you sit, relax.

We'll uh... Addie and I will go get it.

- Sure. - Oh, thanks.

- Does your family celebrate Christmas?

- That's a tactful way of asking

why I'm with your family and not my own.

(laughs) - Well?

- Uh, my brother is a marine ecologist in Australia.

- Mm-hmm. - It's summer there, it's his busy time,

and my dad's with him.

It's just the three of us, so holidays are pretty low-key.

- What about your mom?

- She passed away when I was 15.

- Oh, I'm sorry.

We lost my dad two years ago, so.

- I'm sorry.

- Since we're getting apologies out of the way

I'll add mine for accusing you of being a stranger.

(chuckles) - That's okay,

I did have an escape plan just in case.

- Well you know, our house is filled with old photo albums and family videos,

so the only peril you'd be subjected to

is really sheer boredom if you were forced to watch 'em all.

(laughs)

Is there a significant other in the picture?

- Oh, I um...

I recently got out of a long-term relationship.

I guess I knew he wasn't the one

but it's only been two months and he's already engaged.

- Oh. Ouch.

- Hmm. So, after that bombshell,

I figured why not come here for Christmas and risk it all?

- Well you know what? Glad you did.

- Me too.

- So, how long are you staying?

- My train leaves in the morning.

- That's too bad. I thought maybe we could --

Hey.

- Hey. Need some help?

- Sure.

- Come on, Jamie, everyone's waiting.

- I suppose we should probably...

- I'll grab the plates.

(Maybel): Bye honey. Merry Christmas. I love you.

- Bye, Uncle James.

- It was great to see you, kiddo. - It was wonderful.

- Your food was fabulous. - Oh, thank you.

- Bye, love you, bye. - Merry Christmas, bro.

- Love you. - Safe trip!

- Really good to see you. Be well. - You too, man. All right.

- Oh dear.

Where's Violet?

- Washing up.

- Oh, okay.

- Thank you guys, so much.

I... I haven't had a Christmas like this since,

well, since I was a kid.

- Oh, we are so glad you joined us.

It's like you've always been a part of the family.

Isn't that right?

- Yeah, it's nice to finally have someone around here

who appreciates my sense of humor.

- I know, yeah.

Uh-oh. Look at that.

The mistletoe. Well, it's tradition.

- Oh. - It's bad luck not to kiss under the mistletoe.

- Mom. Just for me, go ahead.

Eh. Yeah, excellent.

There you go.

- Hmm.

(laughs)

- Oh Violet, it was so nice having you.

So lovely to see you again.

- Thank you for having me. (James chuckles nervously)

- Thank you again. We'll talk soon.

- Yeah, yeah. You take care of yourself.

You're okay? - You as well.

- Okay, great. - Nice to meet you both.

- You too. And uh, safe travels back to New York.

- Thanks.

(Maybel): Hmm.

(cheerful music)

I loved seeing your pictures from Australia.

I'm really glad you had a nice visit.

- Yeah, it was really nice visiting with my brother.

Andrew's always trying to convince my dad and me to move there.

- Is Bruce moving? Are you?

- No! No, no, no.

Although, it would be nice if we were all together.

(oven beeping) Luc and I are actually doing dinner with my dad tonight.

(gasps)

You were right! Lower temperature worked.

- Oh, way to go!

There's nothing like a warm Christmas cookie for breakfast.

(chuckling)

Oh, there's somebody here who would like to say hello to you.

(James): Hey there, Addie.

- James!

When did you get back from Chile?

- The other day.

I heard you were in Australia not long ago. How was it?

- It was great if you don't mind poisonous wildlife

lurking around every corner.

- Koala bears are pretty cuddly.

You didn't sneak one outta the country for me, did you?

- You know, I tried, but they don't really like that.

- Aw... - Where are you off to next?

- Uh, Ecuador. I leave tomorrow.

- So soon. Are you back for Christmas?

- I doubt it but uh, I'm gonna try.

- Well, nice to see you. Safe travels.

- Thanks.

Take care of yourself. - You too.

(Maybel): Goodbye, Addie. - Bye!

(sighs) - Now, that's a nice girl.

- That she is.

Don't think I don't know what you're trying to do, Mom.

- I have no idea what you're talking about.

- Uh-huh.

Didn't you tell me she has a new boyfriend, a Duke?

- Luc. - Luc. Luc, right.

A server at a restaurant?

- Chef and he owns his own restaurant.

- There you go. - But you know what?

They haven't been dating for very long

and I really don't think it's serious.

- I gotta go do laundry and start packing.

- Nice girls are hard to find.

- Believe me, I know.

- Yeah.

(Addie): I'm so sorry Luc couldn't make it.

- Yeah, what happened with that? - There's this big New York food critic

who once wrote this piece about his air-fried duck confit

and millefeuille and he's coming in tonight.

- Well, it does sound pretty important.

- Yeah, I mean, the review could make or break his restaurant,

so he has to be there.

- Well, that is perfectly understandable

and I wish Luc all the best.

- Thank you. I will tell him. - Thank you.

- He did give me a little grief we weren't eating at his restaurant.

- Do you wanna go? We haven't ordered any food yet.

- No! No, we always come here.

This is like our one holiday tradition.

- Yes. I did wanna speak to you about Christmas, uh...

- Okay. Yeah, I messaged Andrew about his flight but I missed a call.

- Right, right. Well, slight change of plans.

- Is he okay? - Yep, your brother's fine.

He's leading a new project in Queensland and he only gets a couple days off this time, so.

- Okay. I mean, I understand that.

- Right. - So, he's just gonna do Christmas with Madison's family?

- Well, here's the other thing. Uh, he and Madison have decided to end things.

- What?

- Yeah, I mean this, it was mutual.

So, they both decided it was the right thing to do. It's just...

- Okay, so...

are you thinking you wanna go back for Christmas again?

- Well, your brother is pretty upset.

- No, I'm sure he is. You should, you should go.

- I just, you know, this is the year I'm supposed to spend with you.

That was the deal I -- - It's okay.

I get to spend the rest of the year with you.

I don't wanna be selfish. We can celebrate when you get back.

- Yeah. Here I go leaving you alone at Christmas.

- I won't be alone. Luc promised that he would take the day off.

- Yeah? - Yeah.

- Okay. I don't know.

- Dad, I'll be fine. Go see Andrew.

But what happened? - I know!

- Oh, thank you. I need an after lunch pick me up.

- Mm-hmm.

- So, are you going back to Vermont for Christmas?

- No. I have plans with Luc.

- Oh, right, Luc.

- He's great, right?

- Hmm, all that matters is that you are happy.

- Yeah.

- So, how is James?

- He's in South America.

- Hmm, it's too bad it's so far away.

- We are just friends.

Besides, he's with Violet and I'm with Luc.

- Uh, from what you told me about last year,

I am telling you right now, this thing with Violet,

this is not gonna last. I'm surprised that it has lasted this long.

- Really? - Mm-hmm. (Addie's phone pings)

- It's from Luc. - Oh, speak of the... I mean, boyfriend.

- Bad news. - What's wrong?

- Luc's manager took a new job.

He says it will be "impossible to find a new manager during the holidays."

Which means he can't leave the restaurant.

- Oh, and let me guess, he has to cancel your plans for Christmas.

- Good guess.

- You don't seem that mad about it.

- I'll make plans.

- Hmm. So...

is James gonna be home for Christmas?

(Addie chuckles) What? I am just asking for a friend.

- I don't know.

But I should call Nana.

(**)

- Oh!

Merry Christmas, Addie!

- Merry Christmas to you, too!

- Welcome back to Hartford.

- Oh, thank you. I'm so happy to be back.

- And we're happy to have you. (Addie giggles)

How's that old New York City?

- Busy as ever.

- Uh-huh. So you've had a good year?

- Yeah, yeah. It went by in a bit of a blur.

I can't believe it's Christmas already.

- It'll happen. My mother used to say

the time goes faster as you get older,

so be sure to cherish each moment.

- She's right. That's good advice.

- I expect I'll be seeing you later today

at the... Granways.

- Yeah. Yeah, I'll be there for dinner.

Are... are you coming? - Yeah.

Maybel heard that my son deployed last week.

It's hard to have him away,

especially during the holidays. But I'm so proud of him.

- I bet you are. Thank him for his service.

- I will. Thank you.

And knowing that I was all alone,

Maybel graciously invited me to join her

and her family for Christmas dinner.

- She's just wonderful, isn't she?

- Oh, she...

lives the Christmas spirit.

Oh yeah.

Maybel's... (chuckles)

...one of a kind, all right.

- She speaks very highly of you, too.

- Oh, indeed? Oh.

(stammers) You don't say?

- I only speak the truth.

- Oh, uh, um you're in the, in the same room on the second floor.

- Great. - Do you need some help with your bags?

- No. No, I got it. I'll see you tonight.

- Yeah. See ya.

(**)

(knock echoes on door)

(Maybel): Oh, oh, come in!

- Hello?

Hi, Nana!

- Oh, Addie! Oh, hi!

I'm sorry, we had an emergency in the kitchen,

but everything's all better now. And hi!

- It is so nice to see you. And you look fantastic.

- Oh, thank you. And so do you, of course.

(Addie giggles) Well, I'm very sorry your plans with Luc didn't work out.

Actually, I'm not, because I'm thrilled that you're here with us.

(laughing)

- James?

- Hey there, stranger.

- Hi! - Oh, this is great to see you again.

- You too! When did you get to town?

- Couple days ago.

- And how's Violet? Where is she?

- We broke up over the summer.

- Oh. I-I didn't know that.

- Yeah. - I thought I texted you when you were in Australia?

- Oh, okay, that makes sense. I didn't have great service.

- Oh, I wondered why you didn't reply.

(chuckling) - I'm sorry.

- Are you? 'Cause no one else seems to be.

- Oh. Yeah, well, I just, I wanna make sure you're okay now.

- Oh, no, no, no, I'm good. I'm good.

We both changed way too much since high school

and to tell you the truth, I probably should've ended it sooner than I did.

Long distance relationships never really work out.

- I'm sorry, I just want you to be happy.

I want all my children to be happy.

And you Addie, too, I want you to be happy, too.

- Aw.

(Will): Hello, hello. (Maybel): Hi, kids!

(all): Merry Christmas.

- Hello! - You too. - Hi.

- You have got to stop growing up.

- Ah, tell me about it. My little baby's already in middle school.

They grow up so quick. Should we have another?

(stammers)

I think that's a yes.

(laughing) Do you want kids?

- I-I don't know. We haven't even discussed marriage, let alone kids.

- Well, I tell you what, I want a bunch myself,

and I'm gonna name them all Paige, the boys and the girls.

- Can't do that. - Sure I can.

Then I just have to call one name and they all come a-runnin', including you.

- You'll make a fabulous father.

(Addie and Paige giggle) - Mom, are-are you expecting someone else?

- Yes, I've invited -- (doorbell chimes)

Oh! That must be him.

- Who'd you invite? - I don't know.

- It's probably Carter. He owns the Hartford Inn.

- And she told you? - He mentioned it when I checked in.

- Oh. - Oh, look who's come for dinner.

- Oh! - Carter! Merry Christmas.

- Oh, thank you. Merry Christmas, everyone.

- So glad you could join us. - Hi.

- Yeah. - Ooh, and such beautiful flowers. Thank you.

Oh, my, they're so beautiful, thank you.

Here you go.

Oh, thank you, sir. (giggles)

And you can take a seat right there.

- So, what could we get you to drink, Carter?

- Oh, well, a glass of that would be great, thank you.

- Well, James, I think it's your turn to carve the turkey.

- Yes, it is. Okay.

Here we go.

- I bet ya Luc carves a mean turkey.

- Luc is Addie's boyfriend,

and he has his own French restaurant.

- Luc has his own French restaurant?

- Mm-hmm. C'est Délicieux. It's on the Upper East Side.

- Wow. - What kind of foods are French foods?

- Fries. - And snails.

- Ha-ha, Uncle James.

- And chocolate souffle.

- Mm.

- And didn't you tell me he actually has a Michelin star?

- Yes, he does. - Oh, that's very impressive.

- Too bad he couldn't make it with you.

I'd love to have a professional chef cook us dinner.

(all chuckle) - I don't know, personally,

I think there's nothing better than a home-cooked Christmas dinner,

made with Nana's love.

- Thank you, sweetie.

Addie, would you like to say grace this year?

- Sure. I would love to.

- For food that stays our hunger,

for rest that brings us ease,

for homes where memories linger,

we give our thanks for these. Amen.

(all): Amen.

(Maybel): Well, let's begin, shall we?

(all chatter indistinctly)

- Are you hungry? - I'm starving.

- Good, good, good.

- My mom mentioned your boyfriend cancelled Christmas plans last minute.

I'm sorry. - Are you?

- No, not really.

So, are you two pretty serious?

- Yeah, I mean, we're still getting to know each other.

Between our two jobs, we don't really get to spend that much time together.

- Ah. That's tough.

Do you know, from what I've heard,

Duke doesn't really sound -- - Luc.

- Luc. Doesn't really sound like your type.

- Well, I was surprised Victoria was your type.

- Violet. And uh, touché.

- You know, I really don't have a type.

Truth is, I've never actually been in love before.

And that's the look I usually get when I say that.

- You've never been in love?

- Well, I've cared about women I've dated in the past of course,

and I've been infatuated more than once, but uh,

I don't know, I feel like when I finally find the woman

whose happiness is more important than my own,

that's when I'll know I'm in love.

- Wow, okay.

- Pretty profound, right?

(both chuckle)

Oh, oh. (winces)

- Are you okay?

- Uh, I was just moving a patient the other day

and I felt a little pop. - Well, even doctors have back problems.

- Yeah.

- Uh, do-do you want me to have a look?

- Um, yeah, sure.

- Okay.

- You know, the pain's not excruciating,

so I don't think it's a herniated disc, but...

- It doesn't look like a herniated disc.

You are a mess.

- So I've been told.

- You're tight. - Yep.

- Here, hold still.

- Huh. That feels a little better. - Ahem. What's this?

- Uh, nothing,

it's strictly professional. - Chiropractic treatment.

- She's a chiropractor, so.

(both chuckle nervously)

- Can we open presents now?

- Y-yes! What a good idea.

- Huh.

- I'll put your bill in the mail. - Perfect.

- Let's go. - Okay.

- Aw.

- Beautiful. (Maybel): Everybody gets one.

- Ah, thanks Mom.

- Ah, I'm honored.

- Oh!

Oh. Sneakers.

- Those are the ones you wanted, right?

- Very practical.

(all laugh)

- Addie, why don't you open that one from me?

- Oh, okay.

Did you make this?

- Yes, I did.

- Wow, I love it. Thank you.

- Well, thank you for my beautiful bracelet.

- Look it! - Oh.

- Oh, it's beautiful.

- Thanks, Addie. - You're welcome.

- Here, let me help you.

- Aw, this is so cozy.

Oh, this is for you.

- Oh, what have we got here?

(laughs)

You did it.

You brought me a koala from Australia.

- I did. - Adorable, thank you.

- You're welcome. - So cool.

All right, and for you.

- Really? You shouldn't have.

- Come on. Open it up.

- Okay.

Wow, James, I --

- What's... what's the charm, is it a bird?

- A bird?

- Thought you'd appreciate it.

Now you don't have to hide your wings.

- It's an angel.

- Angel, yeah.

- Is that an emerald?

- That's my birthstone.

Thank you.

- You're welcome.

- Okay, so let's watch the movie now?

- I gotta walk off that amazing meal. Anybody up for a walk?

- A walk? That sounds good to me.

- What? - Eh.

- Oh, um... um on second thought,

...uh maybe later.

After the movie.

- I'll go. - Great, I'll go grab our coats.

- Great.

- Hi, Santa. - Hi, Santa. Merry Christmas.

- This town is adorable.

- Yeah, you know, they say you can't go home again

because it just won't be the same

but every time I come back, I appreciate it more and more.

- Wow, and you've been to some pretty amazing places in the world.

- Yeah.

Yeah, I have. I am grateful

for all those opportunities but you know,

I'm even more grateful for being able to help the people I have.

- They're lucky to have you.

- Thank you. Sweet of you to say.

No, I just, I feel very fortunate.

Try not to take anything for granted.

- You're right. We are very fortunate.

- Yeah. And thank you so much for walking with me

'cause I needed the extra steps to walk off that...

those two pieces of pumpkin pie.

- I think you had three.

- You caught me.

- So, do you have any plans in the new year?

- Yeah, I leave for Brazil next week.

- Brazil, wow! How long is the assignment?

- A year, maybe more.

- That's a long time.

- Yeah. Yeah, it is. I'm looking forward to it.

Although, my dream job is Jamaica.

- Jamaica would be a dream job location.

Have you applied? - Oh yeah, I've applied several times,

but there just hasn't been any openings in the past three years.

You know, it's a pretty popular choice.

- I can imagine why.

- Yeah. (phone ringing)

- You? - Yeah.

- If you need to take that... - Um, it's okay, I'll call him back.

- When I was... I was in Tokyo three years ago

and they talked about this saying Koi no Yokan.

- Koi no Yokan?

- Yeah, oh nice work. (both chuckle)

It translates to the feeling of knowing

that you will soon fall in love with the person you just met.

- I like that.

- Yeah. Kinda takes the pressure off, doesn't it? Hmm.

- Hi, James!

- Merry Christmas!

You know, that's another great thing about growing up

in such a small town, you know almost everyone.

- It's definitely a plus. - Yeah.

- And the opposite of growing up in a big city.

I mean, you're lucky if you even know two of your neighbors.

- Ah, yeah. I can imagine.

Ooh, well, it looks like the family's getting ready to leave.

We should probably go say bye. - Okay.

(laughing, chatting)

- Oh, sweetie pie, I love you.

- Oh, Merry Christmas. - Oh, it was a wonderful Christmas. Wasn't it fun?

- I love you. - You're amazing. And so are you.

- Bye. - Merry Christmas. Nice to see you guys.

- You too. - We'll see you very soon, huh?

(Will): So good to see you. - Bye, thanks. - Safe trip. Merry Christmas.

(Maybel): Well. - Merry Christmas. I love you.

- You too, I love you too, honey.

Will you call me when you get back to New York?

- I will. - Okay, great. Great, great, great.

Oh, you know, I wanted to give you some shortbread.

You can't go home empty-handed.

- Oh, okay, I'm ready for shortbread.

- Yeah.

- Well, good luck in Brazil.

- Oh, thank you.

- If you're ever in New York City...

- You'll be the first one I'd call.

- Good.

(soft music)

- Good night.

- Good night.

(cheerful music)

(Addie): We'll see you next week, Karen. Have a good night.

- Hey, are you free Friday?

- For you? Yes.

If you're trying to set me up on a blind date, no.

- Well, Zach and I will be there, too.

- I appreciate it but no thank you.

- Come on. Come out! You have been mopey ever since you ended it with Luc.

- No, I mean, that was the easiest breakup I've ever had.

I told him the relationship wasn't working and he said "C'est la vie."

And then he went back to his coq au vin.

- So, is all of this about James?

- How could it be about James?

He's in Brazil.

Also, James is the one that said long distance relationships never work.

- One of these days, you are gonna have to look at why

you're only attracted to emotionally stunted or unavailable men.

- That is not true. - Mark? Luc?

I mean, you keep on opening yourself up

to the wrong guys because you think they're safer.

But you still get hurt.

- Didn't you mention earlier you had something you wanted to tell me?

- Yes! Actually uh, Zach and I put in an offer on a house

in the suburbs, and it was accepted.

(gasps) - Congratulations!

- Thank you. Thank you. We're excited

but the commute is really long

so I've started looking for something closer to home.

- What? - I put in my two weeks' notice this morning.

I know, I know, it's a shock,

and I didn't wanna say anything until we knew for sure.

- I'm really happy for you guys.

But I am gonna miss you.

- Well, there is a spare room

so you can come and stay anytime and...

and it's only an hour away.

- I will.

- So, have you heard from James?

- I don't know. I got a few postcards.

I don't think he's coming home for Christmas this year.

- You didn't answer my question.

What are you afraid of?

- I'm not afraid.

- Well then, call him and tell him that you can't stop thinking about him.

- That you wanna see him so much that you bought a ticket

and you'll be in Rio next week.

Or-or show up and tell him in person.

- I can't do that.

- What are you so afraid of?

- Three interviews and no callbacks.

I mean, maybe I should just stop looking and stay here.

Ugh, but with Traci gone.

- You keep looking, Addie. Something will come up.

(sighs heavily)

So uh, is there anything on the dating front?

- No. - No?

- No. No one worth a second date with.

- Addie, I know nothing's more painful

than losing someone that you love so completely.

And I know nothing's scarier than opening up again

and risking being hurt.

But love's worth it, honey.

- First Traci, now you. What is this?

Psychoanalysis therapy day for Addie?

- Your mother loved with all her heart

and she wouldn't want you to miss out on that in your life,

especially because of her.

- I miss her. - Yeah, me too.

It's... it's tough.

And it hurts, but true love,

whenever you find it, oh Addie, it's worth it.

This is really good. - Yeah, it is good.

- You booked those train tickets for Christmas yet?

- Yeah, Maybel invited me to stay for a few days this year.

- Did she? What is that, three times in three years?

- Mm-hmm. - Yeah, you thinking of turning us in?

- No. But they are like extended family now.

And it's only four hours to Hartford.

- Mm-hmm.

Yeah. You know um...

Andrew's been asking us to move to Australia.

- Yes. - Yeah.

Well, he was thinking, when I go this time for Christmas

that um... maybe I should stay.

- What? - Yeah.

- Wow!

You're thinking of moving.

- Well, I would never wanna leave you alone.

- That's sweet of you, but I'm-I'm fine, Dad.

What do you, what do you want? I mean, what...

what would make you happy?

- Well, uh, you know I love you and your brother equally.

- Yes, I love you too.

- Right. Um...

I had such fun last time I was there.

I was working with the Ecological Marine Society.

It was... it just felt so good to feel useful again.

- Dad, I think you should do it.

- Yeah? - Yeah!

I mean, what are you doing in your retirement here?

Sitting around, worrying about me.

- The only thing that would make it better, of course,

is if you moved out to Australia with us.

(chuckles) Turns out that Andrew,

he's got a friend, he owns a clinic. They're looking for chiropractors.

- Wow, you guys have this all planned out.

- Yes, we do. You know why?

Because family, no matter how you define it,

it's really the most important thing.

- Yeah.

Tell Andrew to send me the application.

- Really? - Yeah, I'll look at it.

- He'll be delighted.

- You're moving to Australia?

- Yeah, it's crazy, right? - What?

(laughs)

Nana, how are you?

- Well, I'm-I'm great, but um,

I just wanted to let you know that I've been outvoted

and it's been decided that I'm not hosting Christmas this year.

- Oh no! I mean, I understand. I'm sure it's a lot of work.

So, I guess I'll see you in the new year?

- Oh no, Addie, we're not cancelling Christmas, I'm just not hosting it.

- Oh. Okay, good.

It's become one of my new favorite traditions.

- Yeah, mine too.

- So, if you're not hosting, uh, who is?

- James.

- James? I thought he wasn't home 'til January?

- Well, his plans changed. I-I thought I told you?

- Nope.

- Oh. Well, okay then, we'll see you really soon. Bye!

- Okay, bye. - Hugs!

- Hmm.

(**)

You were right, this year went by even faster than last year.

How are you? How was your year?

- I have to say, it's one of the best years

I've had in a long time. Maybe ever.

- Really? I'm so happy to hear that.

- It's so good of you to come over and say hello.

- Yeah! And I'm checking in.

- What? You're not in the system.

And when I saw there was no reservation, I assumed --

- No, no, I... I went online and made a booking about a month ago.

I... I have my confirmation receipt if you wanna see it.

- No, no. We upgraded the system and I'm...

I'm afraid we lost several reservations.

- Oh no. Um... okay.

Well, is there any availability?

- I'm so sorry. We're completely full.

- Oh. Well, is there a B&B or a hotel?

- No. Um, why don't you phone Maybel?

- Good idea.

- Hi, it's Addie. Yes. Yeah, I've made it.

Um, but my reservation has gone MIA, so...

- I'm sorry.

- Really? Okay, thank you. Bye.

She said I can stay with her.

- I knew she wouldn't leave you out in the cold.

- By the way, I wanted to ask, how's your son doing?

- Good. I spoke with him earlier today.

He's hoping to get home this summer.

I can hardly wait to see him. Thank you for asking.

- I'm really glad to hear that.

(inn phone rings) - Oh, oh, just um...

- Sure. - Let me get it.

- James!

- Hey, Addie.

- Hi!

- Uh, my mom had a few things to take care of

so I offered to pick you up. Hope you don't mind.

- No, not at all. It's great to see you. I wanna hear all about Brazil.

- Rio was incredible. I'll tell you all about it later.

- I look forward to hearing them.

How does it feel being back after a year?

- Happy to be home. Um, it was beautiful, people were amazing,

but the job itself was a little exhausting.

I may need you to take another look at my neck.

- Happy to. Free of a charge as a thank you for picking me up today.

- Oh, fair deal. Is this it?

- That's it. - So, when's your next adventure?

- My next adventure is in the exhilarating world

of do-it-yourself home repairs.

- What?

You bought a house?

- I've actually owned it for a few years.

Tenants moved out last month so it's perfect timing.

- That's great. - It's a little small, but it's home.

- Are you kidding? This is like, a mansion in New York City.

And the yard is great.

- To be honest, I actually had an ulterior motive in bringing you here first.

- Really, and what is that?

- I've never actually hosted a Christmas dinner

so I could use all the help I can get. Hmm?

- I'd be happy to help. - I was hoping you'd say that.

So, I'll give you the VIP tour

and then you can get to scrubbing the chimney, the oven.

(both laugh)

Oh, did my mom tell you about my girl, Lily?

- Uh, no.

You'll have to meet her before I take you to my mom's house.

- Can't wait to meet her.

- Come on!

- Here it is.

I plan on redoing both the bathrooms and putting in new flooring, but --

- He's a carpenter. - With a degree from YouTube.

(laughs) - Is there anything you can't do?

- Lily!

Lily!

(barking) Oh, there she is.

There she is. There she is.

Ah, who's a good girl?

- I thought... never mind. Hi!

- Oh, she's usually pretty shy with new people.

- She's so sweet. When did you get a dog?

- My neighbors didn't wanna kennel her while they're on vacation,

so I offered to look after her. She's going to be joining us for Christmas.

- Add pet sitter extraordinaire to your resume.

- Oh, it's on there.

(laughs)

You know, the real selling points of this place is the in-law suite.

I have my boxes to unpack in there right now

but someday when keeping up her own house becomes too much,

my mom can live here. - You're a good son.

- Well, she's a great mom. It's the least I could do.

So, ready to get started?

- I'm ready.

- Good. Because...

- Oh, you weren't kidding. You do have a lot to do.

- Yeah, you have no idea.

- We have two days 'til Christmas. We can do this.

- I'm holding you to it. - But I'm not sweeping.

- Deal.

- Do you know that the number one cause of fires over the holidays

are people not watering their trees?

- I did not.

- Mm-hmm.

- Your tree is looking a little sparse.

- Ah, don't worry, the ornament queen is on her way.

(car horn toots)

Oh, the ornaments are here.

- Great.

(sighs heavily)

- Oh, where's Addie?

- Well, hello to you, too.

- Oh, honey, you know my darling, handsome son,

I love you. Oh, there she is! - Hi, Nana.

- Oh, it's so good to see you. And two days early!

- You too. Hi, Carter. - Hello, hello.

- And you look gorgeous as usual.

- Thank you. - Doesn't she look gorgeous?

- That she does.

- You, you look fantastic. How are you doing?

- Well, I feel fantastic.

Carter helped me bring over the decorations you wanted, so here you go.

- Let me grab that from you.

Would you guys like to come inside?

Addie was just about to make her world-famous eggnog from scratch.

- Is that right? - Yes! But then James said

that his recipe was so much better.

(Maybel and Carter laugh) - Well, actually, we can't stay

because we're on our way to the grocery store to get pumpkin pie ingredients.

- Yeah, she doesn't know this yet but pumpkin pies are my specialty.

- I did not know that. I'll see you two later.

- Bye. - Bye, guys. - Thank you for helping me

down these stairs that don't have a railing.

- Okay, Ma, I'll put in a railing.

- It's looking better already.

You know, I'm going to have to apologize to my mom

for giving her such a hard time about buying so many ornaments over all these years.

- Your mom seems really happy. She and Carter are adorable together.

- He's a good man. He's really good to her and she's happy. I'm happy.

- I'm having a hard time picturing you as a contented homeowner.

- Well, truth is, I was offered a position in Jamaica.

- Your dream job. - Well, I asked to defer to a later date.

- What? You didn't accept it?

- A couple days before I was offered the position, my mom slipped on some ice.

- What? - She's fine, just a little bruised, but you know,

it made me realize she needs family nearby.

I wanna be close in case she needs anything.

- I'm glad she's okay.

And I understand wanting to be nearby family.

I really miss my dad and my brother.

- Well, I hear you may be moving to the Gold Coast.

- I haven't figured it out yet.

There's nothing really keeping me in New York.

- All right, pros and cons.

- Pros, my dad and brother are there,

I have somewhere to stay, it's beautiful.

- Cons? - Poisonous wildlife.

(laughs) - What else?

- I don't know, I... I've always lived in the same borough.

I work at my first job, I-I see my childhood doctor.

I get to go to the same deli and bakery I've always gone to.

- So, the fear of change is on the list.

- Maybe?

And I need a job.

I've applied to a clinic and I haven't heard back.

That's one of the two big deciding factors.

- What's the other one?

You don't have a special someone in your life I'm not aware of, do you?

- Yeah. No, not uh, well...

You should put this up.

- Okay.

There. How's that look?

- Perfect.

- Hmm.

Um, so, what's, uh what's next on the list?

- You tell me.

- My grandma used to make these after the first snow fell every year

to feed the birds and the squirrels during the winter.

Just wanted to surprise my mom.

- Aw, that's really sweet.

So uh, what do we do?

- You've never decorated pinecones?

- No, never.

- Bird feeders?

- New York City, remember?

- Oh, you are in for a treat.

All right, start by picking a pinecone.

- Mm-hmm. - Get it covered with a bunch of peanut butter.

Dip it in the birdseed, then voila, ready to hang.

- Okay, sounds easy enough.

Let me try.

Peanut butter.

- There you go.

Get it all over.

- I got a lot. Okay.

- Perfect. - Bird seed.

Voila!

- A Christmas masterpiece.

- A masterpiece?

I think someone's been into the eggnog.

- All right, let's see.

(Lily barks)

- I bet she smells the peanut butter.

- Yeah, you know what? I should probably let her out.

- Okay. I'm gonna make a few more of these.

- All right. Have fun! - How cute.

- Adorable.

(**)

(doorbell rings) It's open!

(Addie): Good morning. - Hey, Addie.

- Ooh, it is freezing out there.

- My mom give you a ride?

- Nope, I walked.

It's six blocks.

- Ah. City girl.

- And I stopped for coffee along the way.

- All right, thank you.

- He cooks!

- One of your top qualifications in a man, if I recall.

- Yeah, well that quality's gone slightly down the list since last Christmas.

But I love a home-cooked meal.

- Good to hear because I could use all the help I could get.

I have no clue what to do with these. Any ideas?

- Yes. Do you have a recipe book?

- Um... I think so.

Let's see. Yep. Here is it.

- Okay. Uh, we could do mashed,

roasted, smashed, scalloped,

loaded, wedges, pancakes, or salad?

- Hmm. Quite the versatile vegetable.

- I vote traditional mashed.

- Traditional mashed is my favorite, too.

All right, well, let's get started.

- You need to peel it first.

- Right, peel first, then mash. Okay.

- Sink. - Wash. Got it. Okay.

Oh, that is looking good. Nice work.

- Thank you. - You have earned yourself some hot cocoa.

- I would love some. But what's next on the list?

- Defrost the turkey. - Good.

- Here you are.

- Yum. You even added marshmallows.

- Yeah, a little bonus for all your help today.

(giggles)

- We make a good team.

- Yeah, we do.

Did you see that? A shooting star.

- Wow, yeah. Make a wish.

- What'd you wish for?

- I wished for Christmas dinner to be a success.

How 'bout you?

- Yeah, yeah, something like that.

- Ooh, that reminds me,

it's your tradition to open a gift on Christmas Eve, right?

- You remembered that?

- Of course. From your first Christmas with us.

- Wow.

That means so much. Thank you.

- You're welcome.

- James... (James' phone rings)

Do you need to get that?

- It's my sister. She's already called three times

to remind me to defrost the turkey and set my alarm

to wake up early enough to put it in the oven.

Think I'd never cooked a turkey before.

- Have you cooked a turkey before?

- No. That's not the point.

- It's getting late.

You have to get up early with the turkey, so,

I should probably go.

- Yeah. I'll grab my keys.

(**)

Merry Christmas. Love you, Dad, and Andrew.

Talk soon. Bye.

(phone rings)

Traci! Merry Christmas. How's Florida?

(Traci): Oh, it's sunny and amazing.

I love our Christmases at the beach.

My mother-in-law, Kathy, she goes all out.

It's her new tradition.

- That's great.

- So, did you tell James how you feel?

What did he say?

- Uh, well, I haven't found the right moment yet.

- Right, 'cause you've only had three years.

- It's been three Christmases. Technically, only two years.

- You can't risk two more or even one more.

- I know.

I know, you're right. I'm...

I'm gonna tell him today.

- Good for you.

- What if he doesn't feel the same?

- Well then, you'll know for sure.

And you can move on.

And you won't waste the rest of your life wondering what if.

- Okay, you're right. You're right.

I am going to tell him today.

Hmm. I see that Santa was here.

- Yeah, and the proof is all over the table.

- I didn't know reindeer were such messy eaters.

- Right? Though, in all fairness, they were probably in a bit of a hurry

having to visit half a billion households.

- Hmm, good point.

(Paige): Anybody home? - Yep, come on in.

- Oh, it looks like Santa was here.

Aunt Addie. - Hi!

- And Uncle James. - Hey there, nugget.

Where's your mom and dad?

- Oh, they forgot the green bean casserole,

so they dropped me off and went back home to get it.

- Oh. - And Nana said that she's waiting for her bread rolls

to rise so she's gonna be a little late.

- Okay, that's fine, we can -- - Is something burning?

- The turkey. Oh no! Oh no, no, no, no.

- Oh, that's not good.

- No! Oh, no, no, no.

- Oh, that's burnt.

- Ah. - That definitely does not look edible.

- I don't understand. I did everything right.

It's a brand new oven. What would make it smoke like that?

- Did you use a dripping pan?

- What's a dripping pan?

- Maybe it's salvageable.

- Hmm, unfortunately, I don't think it is.

- No. - Can we order pizza?

- We are not ordering pizza, okay?

Um, let's see, what do we got, hmm?

Let's see. We've got hot dogs and fish sticks?

- No and no. How about a frozen pizza?

- Where's the nearest deli or grocery store?

- Unfortunately, this is Hartford, not New York City.

Any grocery store within a 50-mile radius is gonna be sold out of turkey by now.

- Yeah, that could be a problem.

- Ah, this is such a disaster.

- Because you burnt the turkey.

- Because you burnt the turkey.

- Because I burnt the turkey.

(all laugh)

I'm never gonna hear the end of this

if I serve hot dogs and fish sticks the first time

I host a family Christmas dinner.

- Seriously.

- You said the stores are out of turkey,

but I think I have a solution.

- I'll set the table! - Thanks, Paige.

- Thank you, kiddo.

- Is that everything?

- Yeah, I think we've got all of it.

- Okay.

- Where'd you come up with this?

- Oh, Luc mentioned it once.

- Well, thank you, Luc, for being a great chef

and for also not being a great boyfriend.

- What?

- Or you'd be dining on crepes in the city

instead of helping us do turkey damage control.

(laughs) - Okay, well,

I've always preferred a home-cooked meal to a fancy restaurant.

- Same.

Wow, it looks great. Addie, thank you for everything.

I mean, especially today. You're a great person to have around in a crisis.

- Well, like you said, we make a great team.

- We sure do.

Wow.

- James...

- Mm-hmm? - I um...

(Maybel): Merry Christmas! - Hey. Merry Christmas, Mom.

(all): Merry Christmas.

- Oh, my goodness.

- Should I put these under the tree?

- Sure, yeah.

(all chatting indistinctly)

- I would never have thought to air fry prime rib, James,

but it looks incredible. It is for us though, right?

- Yeah. - What happened to the turkey?

(Paige): Don't ask.

- Well, you know, Addie and I thought that

we would change things up this year and try something a little different.

- Well, I think it's marvelous. I, myself, love prime rib.

- James, when were you gonna tell us?

- Tell you what? - Well, we heard that you got a medical assignment in Jamaica.

Congrats.

- Well, you know, there are no secrets in a big family. Sorry.

- Well um, nothing's actually been decided yet, so...

- Well, you wouldn't turn it down on account of me, would you?

- Yeah, isn't Jamaica your dream job?

- Yes, it is.

- Huh.

You know, I think it's time to eat.

- Um, before we uh, sit down at the table, I...

I wanna say something.

Maybel, I never believed that I'd find again

the kind of happiness that you brought into my life.

And if you'll have me,

I wanna spend the rest of my life making you just as happy.

- Uh... - If you'll marry me?

(Maybel): Oh! Any objections?

(all): No. - Yes!

Yes, my darling, I will marry you.

- Help me up so I can give you a kiss.

- Okay! Okay! Mwah!

Oh! Oh!

(Addie): I'm so happy for you.

- Thank you and it'll be your turn soon enough, Addie.

I have a sense about these things.

(Addie): Congratulations!

- Congratulations, Mom.

- Thanks. - Isn't that something?

Oh my goodness.

- Welcome to the family, Carter. Congratulations.

- Thanks, James. Thank you so much.

Oh darling, I'm so happy.

Here, look at that.

(indistinct chatter)

- I am so stuffed I could burst.

- Everything was perfect.

(Maybel): That was a wonderful dinner.

Thank you James and Addie.

- It was all Addie. - Oh, no, I definitely can't take all the credit.

(phone pings)

Weird. I missed a call.

I have a voicemail. I should take this.

Sorry, excuse me. - Oh, sure, sure.

(Dr. Yorkie): Hi Addie, this is Dr. Rick Yorkie with Reef Coast Chiropractic.

My apologies for calling you over the Christmas holidays

but we reviewed your application and I have some good news.

We'd like to offer you a position with our practice.

Please let me know at your earliest convenience

so we can get the paperwork started.

We'd like to get you here as soon as possible.

Merry Christmas.

(Addie sighs)

- Hey, congratulations.

There's your deciding factor.

- Yeah. And congrats to you.

Now you're free to go to Jamaica.

- What do you mean?

- Well, with your mom getting married, she'll have Carter,

she won't be alone. You won't have to look after her.

- Yeah.

Hey, if you need any client testimonial, five stars.

(laughs) - Okay.

Make sure you send me a postcard from Jamaica.

- Only if you send me one from Australia.

- Deal.

(Maybel): Isn't it funny how a wrong text three Christmases ago led to all of this?

- I know. I'm so grateful you texted the wrong number.

- So am I, dear. (laughing)

- I'm so happy for you guys.

- We appreciate it.

- Thanks.

Good night. Mwah! We'll meet you in the car.

- Yeah. - Bye, sweetie.

- Thanks, Uncle James.

- Ah, you're welcome, nugget.

- Well uh, safe travels back to the Big Apple, Addie,

and we all wish you good luck in Australia.

When do you move? - They want her to start January 9th.

- So soon?

Well, you have a lot to do between now and then, packing and everything.

- Yeah. Yeah, it's a... it's a lot to wrap my head around.

- Well, keep us posted.

- I will. Good night.

- Night. - You are family now.

- Oh, thank you.

- Great Christmas, James.

- Thanks. - You should do it every year.

- Ah, yeah, we'll see about that.

(laughing)

Hey, so you wanna grab coffee in the morning

before you leave for the train station?

- I won't have much time.

But I would love that.

- Great, it's a date.

- Great.

Good night.

- Night.

(exhales deeply)

- Is James on his way over?

- Oh, he uh, he messaged me a few minutes ago

and he forgot the café doesn't open until noon.

- Oh. - So, I'm gonna go to his house for a quick cup of coffee.

- Wait, he's not picking you up?

That's not very chivalrous of my son.

I might have to have a word with him.

- No, no, he offered, but I prefer to walk.

- Oh, well, that's fine then.

Oh, don't let me keep you. You go. I'll see you.

- I'll be back. - Mm-hmm.

- You know, despite the turkey, this was a great Christmas.

- One I will never forget.

- Me either.

You're wearing the necklace.

- Yeah. Yeah, I uh... I wear it a lot.

It's my favorite.

- Um, how are uh, how are we doing on time?

I don't wanna let you miss the train.

- Oh yeah. I-I should go.

- Okay. Uh, all right well,

let me know when you get home and uh...

- Okay. - ...good luck with everything.

- Thanks. You too.

I'll be looking for that postcard from Jamaica.

- Oh right. I'll be looking for one from Australia.

Are you sure I can't take you to the train station?

I'd be glad to. - Yeah. Yeah, it's okay.

Carter offered and you have Lily.

It's easier this way.

- Okay. Um, well,

guess this is it.

- I guess so.

(Addie chuckles lovingly)

- Um, so I'll uh, I'll call you?

- Yeah, we'll talk. - Okay. Great.

- Okay. Bye.

- Bye.

- Oh, how'd it go with James?

- Good.

- Well, have you got everything you need?

- Uh yeah, that's it. Thanks for dropping me off.

- Oh, not a problem. I have to stop at the inn afterwards

and you're on the way.

- Oh, Australia seems so far.

I liked it so much better when you were just a train ride away.

- I know, me too.

I never expected to be moving but we'll keep in touch.

- You better. - Of course. Come visit?

- Yeah.

Life's funny sometimes, isn't it?

I mean, I never expected at my age

and stage of life to find love again.

This wonderful man

has given me a second chance

at love and happiness.

- And you, my darling, bring me more joy

than I ever knew possible.

- All right. What I'm trying to say

is it's never too late for true love.

- She's right you know.

Now I couldn't imagine life without her.

- Oh.

- Well, we'd better get you to the train station, young lady.

(sighs)

- Hmm.

The house feels so empty with everyone gone.

Couple days your mom and dad are gonna be back

and you're gonna be gone, too.

Hey, wanna go for a ride?

Wanna go for a ride?

(doorbell chimes)

Who's that? Come on.

Don't go too far, Lily!

Addie.

- Going somewhere?

- Did-did you forget something?

- Okay. Two Christmases ago,

I took a chance on a stranger's text and it...

...it changed my life.

I don't wanna look back in two, or three,

or five years and regret not taking this chance when I had it.

- Okay.

- From the moment I first saw you, I... I knew.

Koi no Yokan .

(both laugh)

(keys jingle)

- I was on my way to the train station to find you.

- Really?

- Addie, if moving to Australia is what I need to do

to be with you, then that's what I'm gonna do.

- What about Jamaica?

- I wanna be where you are.

Being with you, your happiness...

...means more to me than anything.

Wow, so I guess this is what falling in love feels like.

- Yeah.

I love you, too.

- Thanks for taking a chance on me.

(romantic music)

- Just one thing.

- Anything.

- Every year, we come back here for Christmas.

- Deal. (both chuckle)

You know when we saw that shooting star,

I wasn't wishing for a Christmas dinner.

- Me neither.

- Yeah. - And my wish just came true.

(cheerful music)

(Lily barks)

(both laugh)

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