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Yes, I will meet you at 3.

Okay. Where--

Where did I put the--

Wait.

Ah-ha!

Okay.

Good morning, sleepyhead.

Are you ready?

Do I have to go to day camp?

we didn't plan for this,

Okay, look... I know

but Becca had to go home

for the holidays,

and I don't have anybody that

can watch you on short notice.

I can watch myself.

Heh, well, that wouldn't

make me a very responsible

mother, now would it?

Besides, it's not just

any day camp.

It's Christmas day camp.

Okay?

There's going to be all kinds

of fun activities,

lots of kids to play with.

Who knows, you might even

make a new friend.

Get your backpack.

Okay.

We don't wanna be late

for your first day.

Okay. Show me that smile.

Okay, we'll work on it.

Let's go, let's go.

Good morning!

Oh! Good morning!

It's a beautiful day!

It's gorgeous.

I...

Have a good day.

You too.

[CAR DOOR CLOSES,

ENGINE STARTING]

Who was that lady?

that was our new neighbor.

Oh, I think

What's her name?

Uh, I'm not sure.

I haven't actually

introduced myself.

Why not?

Well, I've just been busy

getting us settled.

it's been hectic with the move

Look, honey, I know that

and Mommy running the business,

but I promise, as of tonight,

all of that is gonna change.

How?

from now until Christmas,

Well,

all our favorite traditions.

you and I are gonna do

Miracle on 34th Street.

Skating at Bellevue.

Sledding at White Pass.

Everything we always did

with Dad.

Sound good?

Welcome to Christmas Day Camp.

Okay. We're here!

you're nervous. It's natural.

Look, honey, I know

get through until 5:00,

All you have to do is

and then we'll get our tree

and we'll decorate all night

and drink hot chocolate,

eat extra marshmallows

until our stomachs explode.

Okay?

Let's get you checked in.

All right.

Good morning.

Back again so soon?

Irene!

You're a saint.

I'm just doing my part.

See you tomorrow!

Looking forward to it!

Irene! And to what do we owe

the pleasure today?

if I could interest anyone

I just thought I'd see

homemade fruitcake.

in a little

Happy holidays!

Good morning, Irene.

Hi!

What have we got today?

Well, I have a couple

Christmas cards.

those sugar cookies

And a batch of

you said you like so much.

I appreciate it.

Thank you.

I've got something

in here for you.

Looks like it took quite

the journey to get here.

It's from my grandson,

Miles.

Look how handsome.

He's got those good genes!

to the best grandmother

"Happy holidays

"in the whole wide world!"

Exclamation point.

"Can't wait to be home

for Christmas.

"Love, Miles."

Merry Christmas.

How was your weekend?

Hey!

Oh, nothing too exciting,

still unpacking.

We did manage to get some

lights up in the yard though.

That's exciting.

It's familiar

at least.

How'd it go

with the camp?

You should've seen his face.

Oh. Heartbreaking.

Poor guy.

Yeah.

I knew this first Christmas

with just the two of us

wasn't gonna be easy,

but I just...

I really hoped that the holidays

would lift his spirits.

A little bit.

Well it's still early,

and who knows,

he might actually have

a good time.

I hope so.

I was thinking, um...

You know,

I know how busy you've been

with Gavin and...

and running everything

on your own.

It's a lot for anybody.

It's...

Yeah, sure is.

But I mean, I mean,

believe me, um,

I'm happy to just be

an employee, but...

if you ever need some help with

some of the operations or...

or networking for new clients.

some of this paperwork...

Maybe even organizing

Yeah.

Firstly, you are definitely

more than just an employee.

this company from the ground up.

You helped Andrew and I build

You are practically family

at this point.

I appreciate that.

this family, I just...

But, as a part of

I wanna make sure that you have

all the support that you need.

Well, thank you.

You know, at this point,

I really want to prove

that I can handle this

all on my own.

that I'm a little unorganized,

And I know that it seems

everything under control.

but trust me, I have got

In fact, I have a meeting today

with our newest client

to close the deal.

The software company?

Yes!

Two floors of office space that

we will redesign all on our own.

Well, that's great!

I know, right?

Thanks for gathering in.

Okay, everyone!

Today we are going to be playing

a lot of fun games.

And first we're gonna start off

with a scavenger hunt!

to find a partner. Okay?

Okay, I need everyone

What's your name?

Hi, I'm Ryan.

Gavin.

Hey, do you wanna

for the scavenger hunt?

be my partner

feel like it right now.

I don't really

Okay. Maybe later?

Maybe.

♪ Fa-la-la-la-la

La-la la-la ♪

Now, I want you all to decide

what we're gonna

deck the halls with, okay?

Here we go!

Yeah, sure.

With boughs of... ♪

♪ Deck the halls

Candy!

Candy?

♪ Fa-la-la-la-la

La-la la-la ♪

Sandy?

Sandy! Christmas on the beach!

I love that.

All right.

♪ 'Tis the season

To be sandy ♪

And all together now!

that was fantastic!

Oh my goodness,

Why don't we give ourselves

a round of applause.

Who might want to join me

for a little crafting?

Me! Me! Me!

Oh, good!

to the crafts room.

Get up, let's head

Will you all help them?

Okay.

Al right, everyone follow me.

All right, everyone, let's go.

we have so many supplies,

Everyone,

looks so beautiful.

and everything

as much as you want.

But you can use

certainly looks familiar.

Well, this handsome face

Don't tell me, that's it.

I was watching you in

a movie last night.

No.

No? Okay, no,

that's not it.

You're the lovely man

who was helping me

at the grocery store.

with my bags

I'm not old enough to work.

Are you sure?

Because you look awfully

grown up to me.

You're our neighbor!

Oh, no, that's not it.

I saw you in the driveway.

Really?

Well, let me get a better

look here.

and really check this out.

Put on my glasses

Oh, my goodness!

who just moved in next door!

You're the young man

That's what I said.

Oh...

Well...

that we officially meet.

I suppose it's time

I'm Irene.

And what's your name?

Gavin.

Well, it's not official

unless we shake hands.

Wait-- What is--?

What is this?

What did you do?

Uh, I don't know.

Are you a magician?

No!

Are you sure?

where it came from.

I don't know

Well, either way,

this is for you.

This is Julie.

Hi, Julie. This is Sam

from Total Software.

Sam, of course!

to your office right now.

I'm just on my way

Uh, about that...

Sorry to do this

so last minute,

but something has come up

on our end.

Oh. Well, if it's just

a scheduling issue,

I am sure I can work

something out.

It's a little bit more

than that.

Your plans are great,

but unfortunately,

we just got hit

with some pretty heavy

budget cuts over here.

Oh. Well, if it's...

Estimates are never cut

in stone.

If you're just as happy

as I am...

I'm sure we can work around

all of that.

If it were up to me,

I would have you gutting

this place tomorrow,

I'm sorry, it's...

but...

It's just not in the cards

right now.

I'll keep your number though,

and maybe we can talk again

in a few months.

That'd be great.

Merry Christmas.

Okay. Merry Christmas.

Bon appetite.

Here we go.

Happy holidays!

Can I interest you in something

to drink to get you started?

Oh... Well, I would love

something stronger.

But given the time of day,

I would like to have

a vanilla latte

with an extra shot of

espresso, please.

Oh, one of those days, huh?

That obvious?

Well, you work in the restaurant

business long enough,

a certified therapist.

you're pretty much

Hmm.

I'm Peter, by the way.

Julie.

Julie. Nice to meet you.

I'll get that latte for you.

Thank you.

So how have you enjoyed

your first day at camp?

It's okay.

I wanted to stay home

with my babysitter,

and my mom's working.

but she's in Ohio

You know what I think?

happier after a hard day's work

Nothing would make your mom

than a special gift

from her son.

Like what?

Randy Reindeer here.

Well, let's ask

Hello, Gavin.

So...do you want to make

an ornament

for your Christmas tree?

No?

Oh, I know.

can show to all of her friends.

A macaroni necklace your mom

Go on...

Here we are. Vanilla latte,

extra shot of espresso.

something a little stronger.

And... I think I found you

A slice of our world-famous

chocolate lava cake.

On the house.

That's not necessary.

Oh... That--

Hey, we all need a little

kindness from strangers,

this time of year.

especially

Are you sure?

You're not gonna get

in trouble?

Oh, between me and you,

of owning your own restaurant.

that's one of the advantages

You can't get in trouble

anymore!

So you're the owner?

I am.

had a family emergency,

One of our servers

and I figured after years

of waiting on tables,

for a few more hours.

I could hack it

very noble of you.

Well, that's

Oh, I don't know

about noble.

To be honest, I'd much rather

be out here on the floor

instead of back room,

crunching numbers.

It's not nearly as riveting

as it sounds.

Believe me, I know.

I lost my partner. I--

I lost my, uh...business

partner a year ago.

He used to take care of

all the finances,

and now I'm dealing with all

the expenses and the issues.

And I was supposed to have this

meeting with this huge client,

Well, she canceled everything.

and she just called, and--

Completely out of the blue.

You are very much like

a therapist.

And I come with cake.

Which is incredible,

by the way.

Yeah.

Right?

So what kind of clients

are we talking about,

if you don't mind

my asking?

I do architectural design.

residences, retail, offices...

So, um, mainly private

Restaurants?

Yeah. Some.

Have you ever been to Parlors

on Eighth Avenue?

I love Parlors.

We did that.

Huh.

What?

helping me give this place

How would you feel about

a little makeover?

Really?

in my family forever,

Yeah. It's been

making some changes of my own.

and I've been thinking about

in the front door,

And you walk

desperately seeking

a new client.

Did I say desperate?

Uh, not with words.

Fair enough.

is our slow season.

But January

I bet if we got started

right away,

we could get the plans

in order in time.

I could meet as early

as tomorrow.

Are you serious?

You didn't even ask me

what I charge.

You work in this business

long enough,

you see a lot of faces.

who's gonna be fair.

I can tell

Okay. Sounds like I'll be

seeing you tomorrow.

I look forward to it.

Hope you had a great day today,

Gavin. See you tomorrow.

Bye.

Bye.

Hey!

You're sure in a good mood.

I made a new friend.

You did?

See, I told you it'd be better

than you thought.

She helped me make this

for you.

Uh-huh.

You made this for me?

what I needed. Thank you.

Well...this is exactly

Irene said you'd like it.

Is that your new friend?

Irene?

You know her.

I do?

She lives next door.

She's the woman we met

this morning?

She works here

at the camp?

She's really cool.

Yeah.

Yeah.

She is, huh.

She plays piano

and sings funny songs.

Oh, and she made a candy cane

come out of my hand.

Wow!

Well, it sounds like you and I

both had pretty good days.

And it's about to get better!

for a Christmas tree, remember?

We're gonna go shopping

Oh, yeah.

that you miss your dad.

Look, I know

I miss him too.

But we still have each other.

We can make the best of it.

All right?

I'll make you a deal.

Tell you what,

This year you are officially in

charge of picking the greenest,

Christmas tree on the lot.

the most beautiful

Are you ready for that kind

of responsibility?

Yeah.

You don't sound so sure.

I'm sure.

That's good enough for me.

Let's go.

Gavin, honey!

Irene.

Hello again.

I got to pick out our tree!

And it looks like you did

an excellent job.

Hi. I'm Julie.

And I'm Irene.

It's nice to finally meet you.

You too.

I'm sorry it's taken

so long.

a little chaotic.

It's just been

There's no need to apologize.

I see you got your highly

fashionable Christmas present.

I did, thank you.

How long have you volunteered

at the camp?

Oh, a few years.

A lot of years.

Ever since my grandson

moved out on his own.

But I mean, the holidays

just aren't the same

without children around.

Hmm?

Mom?

Can Irene help us

decorate the tree?

Irene has plans of her own.

Oh, honey, I'm sure that

Yes. Absolutely.

You know, I have so much

decorating to do inside.

You all enjoy each other,

the time to get together.

and I'm sure we'll find

That would be great.

But we're gonna have

hot chocolate!

of marshmallows.

With lots

Mom, please?

You know, there will be

a lot of marshmallows.

we can handle on our own.

Probably more than

You're welcome to join us!

Oh...

That would be lovely.

we have ourselves

Well, I can see

quite the experienced

decorator.

always his favorite part.

You know, it was

He would stay up all night

if we didn't stop him.

joined our little neighborhood?

So, where was home before you

It was just across town.

But our last home became...

too much for us to handle.

have you lived here?

So, how long

I have lived here so long

that in the beginning,

I was the neighborhood.

my husband and I

You see,

bought the first house

on the block.

There was not another soul

for miles!

That must've been so nice.

It was.

But you know, Julie,

the older I get,

the more I appreciate

a little community.

People willing to lend a helping

hand every now and then.

Well, that's why I'm glad

a proper introduction.

we've finally had

Me too.

Hey, honey.

Do you remember this one?

You decorated it with Dad

at preschool.

I don't remember.

You know what I think

we should do?

in the center of the tree.

Maybe we could put it

And that way we can see it

every time we go by.

Yes. Exactly.

Great.

That's perfect.

Mom?

Can I have

some more hot chocolate?

getting ready for bed.

You need to be

I want you to go upstairs,

brush your teeth, and I'll be

there in a couple minutes.

All right?

Okay.

Okay. I love you.

Gavin.

inviting me to join you.

Thank you so much for

Thank you for coming.

Well, you're quite welcome.

Good night, Irene.

Good night.

for watching him today.

I wanted to thank you

I don't know how you did it,

but you certainly made

an impression.

It was my pleasure.

enjoyed it more than he did.

Truth be told, I probably

Well, I appreciate it.

He's been having a hard time

relating to other kids lately.

We lost his father earlier

this year, my husband.

Oh, I am so sorry.

I know how hard that can be.

I lost my Walter 20 years ago,

it still feels like yesterday.

and sometimes

so many memories, you know.

It's just that we had

Especially around the holidays.

We both went all out,

you know.

And I know that Gavin

misses him so much.

But every time I try to talk

to him, he just...

He just shuts down.

If I were you, I would not

be hard on myself.

for a kid that age

It's not easy

to put these complicated

feelings into words.

I had something similar

with my grandson, Miles.

You did?

Yes.

My daughter and her husband

were career military.

So Miles came to live with us.

And then they went on tour...

And they didn't come back.

I'm so sorry.

So Miles became ours.

the age that Gavin is right now,

And then when he was about

Walter passes.

the only family I had left.

And that little boy was

That must've been so hard.

was the hardest.

The first year

Because here I am,

you know,

I am really...

grieving for myself.

And then I have this confused,

beautiful little child

expecting me to provide,

to love and...

how scary this can be.

I really do know

So what did you do?

that I was taken care of,

Walter made sure

but I wanted Miles to have

every opportunity,

so I needed extra money.

to go back to work.

And I decided

And let me tell you,

for a stage actress in her 50s.

that was no walk in the park

So you were an actress?

I was in this touring company

when I was younger.

And if something was, like,

a big hit on Broadway,

then we would take it

out on the road.

I guess I should be asking

for your autograph?

Oh, no.

Anyway, that's all

part of the past.

So I had to figure out

what I was gonna do

of any opportunity,

and take advantage

any production

or magic show.

Oh, wow.

senior citizens homes.

I worked at the

after-school programs.

And I worked at

Hmm?

And guess what?

his medical school.

It paid for

That's amazing.

And as time went on, everything

got easier for both of us.

With a little encouragement

and patience,

he went from being a little boy

who hardly spoke a word...

to being the joy of my life.

Are you still close?

Of course.

I mean, as close as we can be

now that he's all grown up

and out on his own.

You've never seen--

a photograph of him.

I wanna show you

Oh, okay.

I'm not showing off,

I'm sorry.

Where is it? There.

his high school graduation.

This is him at

Oh, he's so handsome.

And now he's a doctor

in the military,

and I never know where

he's going to be next.

he's in South America.

Right now

How often do you see him?

Well, we talk all the time

and we FaceTime.

every Christmas.

But he is home

I am.

You must be so excited!

I'm doing my very best...

but it's the hardest thing

I've ever done. I...

I miss you every minute

of every day.

I feel so alone.

I don't know how I'm gonna

do this without you.

Hey, bud.

Let me smell that breath.

All right.

Good job.

Hi.

Mm-hmm?

Mom?

I love you.

Oh, sweetie.

I love you too.

Did you have fun tonight?

Good.

isn't the same as the old one,

'Cause I know this house

but I think it's starting

to come together.

Maybe this house is better

than our old one.

Really?

didn't have an Irene.

Well, our old house

And this one does.

You've got a point.

Maybe she can come over

again tomorrow.

I don't know, honey.

Yeah, well,

We have a pretty busy schedule

of our own.

But you will definitely see her

tomorrow at camp. Okay?

Okay.

Now, into bed. Let's go.

Sweet dreams, honey.

Mmm-hmm.

There she is!

Hey, someone's chipper

this morning.

Okay, don't forget.

We're gonna watch Miracle

on 34th Street tonight

and all the popcorn

you can eat.

I know.

Okay. Have fun.

I will!

Bye.

Good morning.

Good morning!

Hey! How'd the meeting

go yesterday?

It didn't.

They called on the last minute

and canceled,

what happened after that.

but you'll never guess

I'm listening.

Well, after the phone call,

I was so stressed out

this random restaurant.

that I walked into

Met the owner.

to make some changes.

He's been looking

So, long story short,

guess who will be

redesigning it?

is a Christmas miracle.

Wow! Now that

I know, right?

And it's really cute.

I mean, it's been in his family

for a long time,

so it has history and charm.

a little bit of help

He just needs

the 21st century.

bringing it into

Wait, is he kinda tall

with dark, curly hair?

Yeah. Why?

standing at our door.

I think he might be

Uh, yes, that's him.

Should we maybe open it?

Yup.

Yup, I think that's the most

appropriate thing to do.

Morning!

I thought we were meeting

at the restaurant.

I looked up the office,

Yes. But then

and I saw that you are

on the way.

So I thought I'd pop in

and see if you wanted

to walk over with me.

And I brought you

one of these.

Vanilla latte with an extra

shot of espresso, right?

Good memory. Thank you.

let me introduce you.

Yes,

Peter, this is Nadine.

Nadine, this is

our newest client, Peter.

Hi, nice to meet you.

Pleasure to meet you.

Ooh...

Uh, we're just going through

a little transition

with our filing system

at the moment.

Of course.

You know, I think

an early morning walk

a lovely thing to do.

would actually be

You ready to head out?

Ready when you are.

All right.

going to do today?

What are we

Well, I thought today you could

play with some of these kids

that are closer to

your own age.

Why?

it might be more fun

Because

a boring old lady every day.

than hanging out with

You're not boring.

You're more fun than the kids

at my school.

Well,

I appreciate that,

but I might not be able

to be here every day,

to have some new friends.

and it might be nice

a little back-up.

You know,

They're about to race.

Look at that.

What do you think?

You know,

my grandson went to this

very same camp

when he was about your age.

Mm-hmm.

He did?

And for the first few days,

he stayed to himself.

Too nervous

to talk to anybody,

they might think of him.

afraid of what

Mm-hmm.

Really?

But...

a little secret.

But he found

A hat?

Oh no, this is not

just any old hat.

This is a captain's hat.

And I think

he'd want you to have it.

So come on, try it on.

Come on!

Wow.

Do you know what happens

when you're a captain?

No.

to be afraid of anything.

You don't ever have

one more team captain.

All right. We need

Anybody see a captain?

you look like a captain.

Young man,

Why don't you come on over

and pick out your team.

I think they could

really use you.

Now we're talking!

So...who do you pick?

Pick me!

Pick me! Pick me!

I wanna be on his team!

I pick...

Ryan.

Ryan, come and join

your team!

Okay.

Here we go.

So nice to see you, as usual.

Hey, Mr. and Mrs. Olsen.

Hey there, Peter.

Did Tyler get those college

admission letters in?

Thank you for asking.

He did.

Sure.

with parents like you,

Well,

any school would be lucky

to have him.

You're so sweet.

He's a real keeper.

Oh, no, we're just

Oh, no, we're just--

working together.

us out with some renovations

Julie's just, uh, helping

we'll be doing here

in the new year.

and happy holidays.

Well, enjoy,

Merry Christmas.

Thanks.

Sorry about that.

Oh, that's fine.

I think it's really sweet

that you have

that kind of relationship

with your customers.

Oh yeah, I've got a lot

of regulars here.

Some of them I've known

since I was a little kid

just from hanging around

with my dad.

Is he still around?

he passed away last year.

No. Unfortunately, uh,

Yeah.

I'm sorry to hear that.

in our family for 75 years.

This restaurant has been

Wow. Well by the time

we're done with it,

for another 75.

it'll be ready

Perfect.

with the overall layout,

So I suggest we start

and then we get into

the details,

the lighting...

the decor,

for one second?

Oh. Excuse me

Hey, I got you.

I got you.

There we go.

I'll take this.

Ryan!

All right, Gavin!

Go, Gavin!

Oh, my goodness gracious!

Go, go, go!

Sorry about that.

It's a never-ending

job here.

Oh, no problem.

to take a look around.

It gave me a chance

My dad and I used to play with

this every day after school.

I don't think anyone's

touched it in years.

That doesn't necessarily mean

you have to get rid of it.

No?

is full of memories.

No. This place

family history here.

You have so much

People are gonna love that,

they're drawn to it.

You think so?

Definitely!

We don't have to get rid of it,

we just have to find a way

to...incorporate it.

Honor it.

What's the story

with the clock?

my great-grandpa

Oh, uh,

actually brought that

with him from Italy.

My dad used to say every time

it went off, it was a little

reminder that he was still

watching over everything.

I see it, it, uh...

And now every time

kind of makes me think of him.

You know?

Does it still work?

No. I've been meaning

to get it fixed up,

always seems to get in the way.

but, um, something more urgent

Right.

the dart board stay.

So the clock and

What else?

Hmm.

Uh... What else?

What else?

Come on.

Oh, come on.

No.

I don't dance.

I hope you like salmon

because this is the freshest

salmon in the city.

Peter, you didn't have

to do that.

I did.

You haven't eaten all day.

Besides, how are you really

gonna capture

the essence of the restaurant

if you don't try the food?

So this is part of the job?

Absolutely.

Okay.

Buon appetito.

Wow.

This might be the best salmon

I've ever tasted.

What is on this?

I'm sworn to secrecy.

Family recipe.

I'll respect that.

So I think it's pretty obvious

how I got into my business.

How'd you get into yours?

Well, um, I've always

loved building.

was a contractor.

And my father

little girls were playing

So when all the other

with their doll houses,

I was building a life-sized

one in my backyard.

And I met my husband

in college,

and we built a business together

and had a son.

Anyway, he passed away

a year ago.

I'm so sorry.

My carefully constructed life

just...

trying to put it back together.

kinda fell apart and I've been

And you weren't kidding

about the whole therapist thing.

I didn't mean to--

Oh, I'm sorry.

I shouldn't have.

No, I'm sorry.

doing this for a very long time.

My point is that I've been

And we will have no problem

the update it deserves.

giving this

Yeah. I have no doubt.

And speaking of business...

Yes.

I'm having a little holiday

thing here on Friday.

It's just a little open house

for local business owners.

It might be a great opportunity

some connections.

for you to make

Yeah. Okay. Maybe.

All right.

It's just that with the holidays

and my son,

It's hard to find time.

I-- I--

Of course.

But maybe.

Okay.

get ready for the dinner rush.

Oh, uh, I should probably go

Wait. What time is it?

Uh, just after 5.

No, no, no, no, no...

Is everything okay?

Um, well, I'm just--

I'm supposed to be picking up

my son right now.

Oh, right.

But this was a great start.

first thing tomorrow morning?

We will, uh, meet up

Sounds good.

Sounds good.

Okay.

This is Irene.

Hi, Irene. This is Julie,

from next door.

Julie, of course.

You don't happen to still be

at the day camp, do you?

As a matter of fact,

I am sitting inside

young man as we speak.

with a very charming

It's your mom.

Hi, Mom!

Oh, great, you're with him.

and I lost track of time.

I have a new client

to pick him up before.

I've never been late

Oh, well, no worries.

We're managing to keep ourselves

pretty entertained.

Aren't we?

Yeah.

Okay, well, thank you.

We were supposed to go to

Miracle on 34th Street

but I have to go by

at the movies,

and get some new samples

and stop by the office.

I'll figure something out.

Uh...

if it would be easier for you,

You know,

I'm happy to take him home

with me

while you finish up.

for a few hours

I-I can take him with me.

Oh, oh, no, no, no.

Well, it's up to you,

but I have a lot of things

to do at home,

and I could use

a little helper.

Really? You know what?

If it wouldn't be

too inconvenient,

that would be wonderful.

Absolutely not.

Okay. Well, thank you. Bye.

You did all that yourself?

I did. But we're just

getting started.

We are?

Yes.

Miles is coming home

in four days.

We've got to get the inside

looking as festive

as the outside.

What's that?

Oh...

That's a Christmas train.

Cool!

It is pretty cool,

isn't it?

It was the first present

I ever gave him,

and I bring it out every year.

It's just tradition.

How come?

A reminder that no matter

how far he travels,

or how old he gets,

honor his childhood traditions.

when he comes home, we always

Can I build it for him?

that would be lovely.

I think

Hello? Anyone home?

Oh, wow!

Those are some sweet moves.

Hi, Mom.

certainly been busy.

Wow. You two have

Yeah?

Mom.

Did you see the train?

I put it together

all by myself.

So good, honey.

how to make the snowflakes.

And...Irene taught me

Wow, those look good.

In fact, this, this whole place

looks incredible.

I always go overboard when

Miles is coming home.

Well, he is definitely gonna

love this.

Okay, honey,

go get your stuff.

Oh, thanks.

You can tell me about your night

when we get home.

Okay.

Okay.

I just wanted to thank you

again for watching him.

You know, what happened

tonight, that--

That's never happened before.

When you are raising a kid

by yourself,

happened before"

"that's never

becomes a regular phrase

in your world.

Well, I just--

I just wanted everything

to be perfect this year.

Take it from someone who knows,

someone who's been there.

being perfect all the time,

If you're worrying about

well, you're gonna miss out

on all the surprises.

Well, I think we've had enough

surprises for this year.

Of course. Of course.

You ready, honey?

Okay.

Thanks again, young man.

Ready.

Oh.

I'll see you tomorrow.

Okay.

Okay.

Well, thanks again.

Oh, any time, my dear.

Any time.

Let's go, bud.

Bye.

Bye.

Hi.

Hi, Irene.

You're looking awfully spry

this morning.

I am quite energized.

You know,

Well, it's always lovely

to see you.

Happy holidays, dear.

Merry Christmas, Irene.

Aww... Bye.

a pleasant surprise!

Oh, this is

Hey, Grandma.

handsome face until tomorrow.

I didn't expect to see this

Are you all packed

and ready to go?

Not exactly.

We had a last-minute surgery

come in this morning.

Well, I hope everything

went all right.

Everything went fine,

but I'm gonna have to

keep an eye on him

for the next 24 hours.

to have you as a doctor.

Well, he's very lucky

You can just take

a later flight

the second you land.

and I'll be there

Yeah... There's a...bit

of an issue with that.

What's the problem?

The last flight off the island

before Christmas is tonight.

I see.

I tried to get someone

to cover for me.

really thin already.

We're just spread

I'm sorry.

your very, very best,

Well I know you did

so there's no need

to say sorry.

I should head back.

I, um...

Maybe we can do a video call

on Christmas Eve?

That would be lovely.

I'll talk to you later,

Grandma.

I love you.

Love you too.

So, what do you think?

Honestly...

Mm-hmm?

I think it's incredible.

Really?

I mean, it does everything

you said it would do.

The history, the open space,

the modern feel.

it's just a model.

Well, for now

Hey, if it looks half this good

in real life,

I will be one happy customer.

Great.

So we are still pushing for the

first week of January, right?

Absolutely.

Okay. I'd better get busy

making some orders.

Actually, um, it's a little

embarrassing for me to say,

but I was wondering if you could

maybe do me a little favor.

Oh, okay.

Well, I donate to this

toy drive every year,

but honestly, I always

feel so lost.

I have no idea what the kids

are into these days.

And I really don't wanna be

that guy

the lamest presents again.

giving out

Well, kids can definitely be

a little bit tricky.

Well, I was thinking maybe

you might wanna join me?

Give me a few pointers.

Sure.

Really?

Yeah, it's for a good cause.

Why not?

It's for the kids.

Yeah.

It's for the kids.

Yeah.

[CHILDREN CHATTERING

INDISTINCTLY]

Hello, young man.

Where have you been?

I had a little extra business

this morning.

Business?

from my grandson.

I got a call

The one with the train?

That's right.

on a little tiny island.

He works far, far away

And he's not gonna be able

for Christmas this year.

to make it home

Are you sad?

I am sad, actually.

I get sad too sometimes.

You do?

My dad isn't going to be here

for Christmas either.

when we feel like this,

You know, sometimes

is to say it out loud.

the best thing to do

It is?

Yup.

And I'm glad you're here

to listen to me.

And I'm glad that I'm here

to listen to you.

Everything's...been really

different without him.

Different is hard.

all the stuff we did with Dad.

My mom wants to do

I know she misses him,

but sometimes it just

makes me sadder.

That's a tough one.

Have you told her

how you feel?

Why not?

hurt her feelings.

I don't wanna

Well, I'm glad you told me.

But what I really want...

is to find her the perfect

Christmas present.

Oh?

That's how my dad always

made her happy.

Maybe I can do it too.

that your dad would be

I am sure

so proud of the thoughtful

young man that he raised.

Will you help me?

I'm sure that if the two of us

put our heads together,

with something really good.

we're gonna come up

But right now, the two of us

need to have some fun.

'Cause we have a score to settle

with that snowman over there.

What do you think?

Oh, he's so smug.

I know, let's do it.

Let's get him.

Yeah.

Ready?

Here we go.

Oh. One thing about kids...

you cannot go wrong

with cars.

a little old school?

Isn't that

It spans generations.

No, trust me.

My son will play with

this bus for hours.

See? I would be completely

lost without you.

I won't disagree

with that.

Wait. So tell me about Gavin

and this neighbor.

it's... It's nothing.

I don't know,

she's pretty great.

Actually,

They were dancing

the other night.

when he's been so carefree.

In fact, I don't remember

what the problem is again?

Okay. So...remind me

Well, I just had this

whole schedule

of family traditions planned

and we were gonna bond

over the holidays.

really working out that way.

It's just... It's not

Okay. Well, last time I checked,

it wasn't Christmas yet.

That's true.

Oh.

That's good.

So, why don't you guys

go out and do something

spontaneous today?

Actually, I would.

It's just we have so much

work to do

if we're gonna start those

renovations in January.

Sure, but this is definitely

not part of it.

just out here helping me

I mean, you're

out of the kindness

of your heart.

Or pity.

I can do is push a start date

But either way, the least

so you can go spend some quality

time with your son at Christmas.

Are you sure you don't mind?

Eh, the restaurant's

been there for ages.

It can wait an extra day.

Okay.

Really?

Give me that.

Yeah, go get him.

Thank you.

Have fun.

I think we can save the floors

but I wanna use the same stain

we used on the Colonial.

The chestnut.

Right.

Putting it in right now.

Oh, and can you check the prices

on those tables from Alonso?

Yeah, I already asked him.

I got the list from your email.

I promise you, the whole world

won't fall apart

if you take one afternoon off.

Okay, I appreciate it.

I know.

Now stop working.

Irene, hi.

Julie!

Is everything all right?

Yeah, everything's fine.

pick Gavin up early.

I was gonna

Do you know where he is?

a little nature walk.

He and Ryan joined

Oh. Who's Ryan?

It's one of his newest friends.

Oh, they are two peas in a pod.

That's sweet.

He was feeling a little

down earlier.

But I think when he cleared

his head about his dad,

He felt better.

it was...good.

What do you mean?

I'm sorry.

that he was having a hard time,

Well, I know that you told me

talking about his father,

you know,

sharing his feelings

about him,

to open up to me a bit.

and today he started

Did he?

that he understands

He shared with me

that the old family traditions

are important to you.

for him to handle and--

But they are very hard

He said that to you?

Oh...

I didn't mean to overstep.

that you're trying to help

Look, I know

and you're coming from

a good place,

and he's obviously comfortable

talking to you,

but he is still my son.

And when it comes to

his father,

I will handle on my own.

that is something that

But Julie, I...

This is exciting, isn't it?

Hey, remember last year

when your dad and I

raced you around the rink?

taking it very seriously,

And he was out

zipped in between everybody?

and then you just

the reigning champion.

That makes you

what that means?

And you know

I'm coming for that title today.

you gotta talk to me.

Okay sweetie,

If you don't tell me

how you feel,

I can't help you.

I can't--

Irene's show is today.

What?

Her Christmas show.

Okay.

Honey, I know you like Irene,

but she's a grown woman

and she has her own life.

And we have to give her some

space every now and again.

But...she doesn't have

any family.

She has a grandson,

Yes, she does.

in a couple of days.

and he'll be here

He's not coming.

What?

She told me at camp.

Right before you got there.

I'm sorry. I didn't know.

I wanted us to have

a really fun day,

just the two of us.

Why do we have to do everything

we did with Dad?

Uh...

Well--

I just thought that maybe

I don't know,

the tradition alive,

if we could keep

it would feel like he was

still here.

Does that make it harder

for you?

Okay.

You know honey,

you never have to be afraid

to tell me anything.

I am always here for you.

No matter what it is,

Okay?

Okay.

Good.

Wait. What are you doing?

we started a new tradition.

I think it's time that

We're going to Irene's show.

Thanks, Mom.

You're welcome, baby.

Ladies and gentlemen, it's time

for the grand finale.

Put your hands together

and give a warm welcome

for Irene the Great.

Ladies and gentlemen,

who has the courage

to come up here

and have a magic moment

with Irene the Great?

Do I have a volunteer

in the house?

Oh!

Yes, young man,

please join me.

to levitate this table!

Now, we are going

Focus, ladies and gentlemen

and Gavin, let's do this.

All right?

And I have a surprise

for you...

a candy cane.

Wasn't he absolutely brilliant,

ladies and gentlemen?

Thank you so much,

Gavin.

Thank you.

And now we're going to have

our final magic moment,

ladies and gentlemen.

But in order for it to happen,

I'm going to need all of your

Christmas spirit.

Will you give me that?

Yeah!

Are we ready?

Ladies,

Christmas is near.

abracadabra,

CHEERING AND APPLAUDING]

[AUDIENCE

Santa!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

CHEERING AND APPLAUDING]

[AUDIENCE

a pleasant surprise.

Well, this is

That was great.

Well, thank you, young man.

You were a great assistant.

Thank you.

I wasn't expecting

to see you here.

Yeah. Well, we had a little

opening in our schedule.

Honey...

go get a snack?

why don't you

Okay.

Gavin told me about Miles.

I'm sorry, I didn't know.

Oh, that's all right.

I was just happy to see a couple

of familiar faces in the crowd.

I owe you an apology.

Irene,

Oh, no.

No.

It's not necessary.

It is.

You were just trying to help,

and I completely overreacted.

No, you were right.

I had no right to interfere.

But I'm so glad

that you did.

I was so worried that he wasn't

gonna express himself,

he finally did, I...

and then when

that it was just hard

I think

that it wasn't to me.

for me to accept

And no one would blame you

for that.

You know, when Andrew got sick,

my parents weren't there.

And we had friends,

but to be honest,

I just felt alone.

Mmm-hmm.

I know. And that's hard.

just Gavin, me, and, ugh...

And then it was

I felt as though the world was

just resting on my shoulders.

And I felt like if I didn't do

everything all by myself,

then I wasn't good enough.

And I certainly know

how that feels.

You do?

It was the same way

with Miles and me.

wanted to help,

When someone

give me advice about

my grandson?

Ooh, boy, did they regret it.

Oh...

the more I had to juggle things,

But the more I had to work,

how impossible that is.

I realized

So what did you do?

Eventually I had to trust

the people around me.

The ones who really care.

Right.

Miles will always be

my grandson.

And I'm very proud of

who he's become,

a whole village.

but that took

I could never have done that

on my own.

I think I'm still trying

to figure that all out.

You're doing fine.

Mom?

Hey.

Can Irene go ice skating

with us tomorrow?

Oh--

to join you, but...

Well, I'd love

a little event tomorrow.

I actually have

What kind of event?

It's this little group

I'm a part of.

and we put together baskets

Every year we get together

for children whose parents

are serving overseas.

Wow.

Like presents?

Exactly!

Can we come?

Mom's really good

at presents.

Oh, you should go skating

and enjoy all the Christmas

festivities.

We'd love to come.

Wouldn't we?

If you'll have us, of course.

What's next?

father in the Air Force.

Ten-year-old girl,

10-year-old girls like.

I don't know what

The rainbow unicorn.

Um...

She'll love that.

Listen, I'm warning you.

Really?

If you don't slow down, they're

gonna ask you back next year.

Well, I may just take them

up on that.

Oh!

Yes?

Mom?

Okay, okay.

Keep 'em coming.

Stuffed animal, preferably

something exotic.

A monkey, good idea.

Easy call.

Yeah, it is.

Good job, buddy.

Perfect.

This is fun.

Okay.

Excuse me?

Hello there.

I don't think we've met.

Hi, I'm Julie.

I'm Irene's friend.

Irene, of course.

Well, we appreciate

your help.

It's no problem.

I know this sounds

a little odd,

but I was wondering if you could

help me find some information.

Hey, Peter!

Hey.

Fancy meeting you here.

Yes, it is certainly

unexpected.

Honey, this is Peter.

He's one of my clients at work.

Peter, this is my son, Gavin.

You're the famous Gavin.

It's an honor to meet you.

Nice to meet you too.

Wait a minute, is this the toy

drive we were shopping for?

Yeah. My brother's

in the Air Force,

so this is just my little way

of giving back every year.

Do you have family

in the military?

No, my neighbor does.

The one I was telling you about.

We sort of just tagged along.

The man of the hour!

Irene, it is lovely

to see you as always.

I'm sorry, you two

know each other?

coming by the restaurant

Oh, yeah. Irene's been

since I was

younger than him.

She knew my dad.

Yeah.

The best pork chops

in town.

And the kindest owner.

Aw, Well, I certainly try.

And Julie has been helping us

with the renovations

at the restaurant.

You're kidding?

Mmm-hmm.

Well, I can't wait to see

how that turns out.

She has been pretty great.

Yeah.

Uh, I should hit the road.

I've gotta get ready for

the open house tonight.

Right.

And the invitation still stands.

I appreciate it, but I think

I'll have my hands full

with this guy tonight.

All right.

Thank you

for everything you do.

Bye.

Okay, bye.

all this hard work,

You know, after

it wouldn't be unreasonable

for someone

take the night off.

to want to

Perhaps to...join a certain

someone or a certain party.

He's just a client.

seem to get along,

But you all

and there's nothing wrong

with going out

and having a nice little night

out with other grown-ups.

I don't know.

grown-ups in a really long time.

I haven't been out with other

from someone who has,

Well, take it

they're just children

in fancier clothes.

When I first lost my husband,

I didn't want to talk to or see

another person for months.

But having Miles in my life

taught me a lesson

that I will never forget.

Really? What?

how to have a happy, full life,

That if I wanted to show him

the first thing I had to do

was learn for myself.

it feels like to enjoy yourself.

So go out and remember what

And we will be there

when you get back.

How have things--

just for a second? Thanks.

Oh, would you excuse me

Hey!

Hi.

You came.

I did.

didn't recognize you.

I almost

I'm not sure how to take that.

That did not come out right.

Oh! Uh, sorry.

You look great.

Thank you.

Uh, come on.

I'll introduce you

to some people.

Okay.

Hi.

What do you wanna do?

Hmm... Maybe we could

make some popcorn

a Christmas movie.

and pop in

What's that?

Oh, that's something that

I took out for Miles.

Is there treasure inside?

Sort of... Go ahead.

What is this stuff?

Those are memories.

Memories?

Mmm-hmm.

when he was about your age.

I made that for Miles

He was having a hard time

without his mom.

And we decided that we needed

a very, very special place

their memories together.

to keep all

Whoa!

What is this thing?

We'll talk about that

another day.

you see that cupboard?

But right now,

Yeah?

Okay.

The bottom drawer?

Any movie is fair game.

Interesting.

Yeah.

Diane, I want you

to meet someone.

This is Julie, the designer

I was telling you about.

Hello.

Pleasure to meet you.

some pretty exciting plans

I hear you two have

for our favorite little

restaurant here.

Oh, I don't know

about that.

she's just being modest.

Oh,

I run a little day spa

a few blocks over,

a full remodel for a while now.

and we've been talking about

It's just hard to pull

the trigger.

Yeah.

Well, change is never easy,

but in my experience,

it's usually worth it

in the long run.

Do you have a card?

Yes, I do.

I'll give you mine.

Here,

Oh, great.

Hey!

Hi.

Everything okay?

Yeah, I was just getting

a little air.

I think I met more people

tonight than I have

in the last 10 years.

the last time I've danced.

And I don't remember

a fantastic dancer.

Well, you're

I'm glad you came.

I can't believe the neighbor

you were telling me

about is Irene.

Small world, right?

I know.

Very.

Yeah, that...whole thing

was a little silly.

I think it was just hard

for me to see Gavin

getting close to someone

other than me.

It's understandable.

Maybe.

But I was making it

about myself.

The truth is he's much happier

since he met her,

and that's all that matters

to me.

She's a very special woman.

She is.

And you know, I feel

so terrible for her.

She's been waiting to see

her grandson for a year.

Miles.

Yeah.

He's a great guy.

She talks about him

all the time.

an island 2,000 miles away,

And right now he is on

and she's trying to act

like it's all okay,

how heartbroken she is.

but I can see

We just need to find a way

to bring him home.

I'm sorry.

I...haven't been to a party

in a year,

and I'm going on and on

about Gavin and Irene.

somebody more interesting

I'm pretty sure there's

you could be talking to.

No. I think it's kinda sweet.

Besides,

it's part of what I love

about the restaurant business.

stranger's gonna walk through

You never know when a total

your door and...

completely change your life

for good.

Yeah, well, she has

certainly done that.

Yes.

I just hope that we can

make her Christmas

as she's made ours.

as special

Something tells me

you'll find a way.

Well, it's getting late.

We have a big day tomorrow.

Yup.

wallpaper for the dining room.

We're gonna pick out the

Definitely.

Let me walk you to your car.

It's just across the street.

Oh, no, that's fine.

thank you for tonight.

But, hey, um,

It was nice.

you had a good time.

I'm glad

Good night, then.

Good night.

Hey.

Hey.

Aw, he fell asleep.

We just finished watching

Miracle on 34th Street.

Did he pick it?

it was his favorite.

Yeah, he said

Well, I should probably

get him home.

Oh no, let him sleep.

to tell me about.

You have a party

Well...

How did it

really go?

Well, other than

the shooting pain in my feet,

it was actually pretty fun.

Oh...

And I think that Peter

may have introduced me

to the entire west side

of town.

Well, I'm not surprised.

I can blab on to him

for hours,

and he just stands there

and listens.

And none of that phony

kind of, you know,

"I just want your business"

kind of a way. No.

Now, I know that you probably

are not thinking about this

but I gotta tell you.

at all,

A man like that does not come

into your life very often.

I know.

And I like him.

I really do.

I think that he's kind

and generous,

and that he truly cares about

how people are doing.

I just honestly don't know

if I'm ready yet.

Andrew and I had a lot

of memories.

And I know I'm supposed to be

working for a future and...

make new memories.

I don't want the other ones

to fade.

Yeah. Hi.

No, they already transferred

me to that department.

I know there aren't any other

flights until after Christmas.

I was just-- There's got to be

another way that we could--

Uh-huh.

Thanks for helping.

No. I understand.

Bye.

Perfect. All right.

as soon as she gets in.

I'll have her call you

Morning.

how's it going?

Hey,

Just you know,

Oh, good.

getting the day started,

is there anything--

Oh. Wow.

I know you said you

wanted to take care of it,

but with everything that's going

on with Gavin and the holidays,

I thought I'd give you

a head start.

Is this everything?

It's just the stuff

No.

that you should look at.

that I thought

Okay.

Ah, you might find this

particularly interesting.

What? $5,000?

Yeah, that's the final payment

on the Colonial job.

It's just been sitting here.

this is definitely going

Ugh! Well,

to your Christmas bonus

this year.

Oh, and um, I have a message

from Diane Hargrove.

wants to talk about renovations

She said she has a day spa and

in the new year.

Huh.

pretty busy with the restaurant,

Look, I know you're already

but I thought maybe between

you and me, we could--

We could make it work.

that's a good idea.

Yeah, I think

You do?

In fact, why don't you take

the lead on this one.

Are you sure?

Wait, are--

I'm positive.

it's taken me so long.

I'm sorry

It's just... I think I was

so focused on the partner

that I lost that I--

sitting right across from me.

It's hard to see the partner

From now on, it's you and me,

together. Okay?

Okay.

with the accounting.

Um, except for

That's gonna be all you.

Okay. Yes ma'am. Mm-hm.

Thank you.

Gavin,

when you asked me

do you remember

a present for your mom?

to help you find

Uh-huh.

Well, I think

I've come up with an idea.

What is it?

Miles' memory chest?

Do you remember

Yeah.

make one of those for your mom.

So I thought that you could

Great idea!

I think that's perfect.

So now that we've finished

the planning phase,

what are your plans

for Christmas?

I'm having a little dinner

Well, on Christmas Eve

high school friends.

with some old

That sounds nice.

Yeah, we do it every year

just to keep in touch.

Mmm.

How about you?

Gavin and I are going to Irene's

for Christmas Eve dinner.

That sounds like

it'll be fun.

it'll be good for him.

Yeah,

Well, for both of us.

Miles home for Christmas?

You still trying to get

"Trying" is the key word.

Not going so well?

I've called the hospital.

I've called the airlines.

Hey, you don't happen

to be super wealthy

and own your own private jet,

do you?

Oh.

Ooh, I did. This morning.

Unfortunately I had

to pawn it off

'cause someone convinced me

to buy this expensive,

imported Italian wallpaper.

Well, you definitely made

the right decision.

But still not super helpful.

Maybe there's another way.

What do you mean?

You seem to be calling

the airlines

outside the country, but...

and all these people

I don't know, maybe we have

to think more locally.

everyone I could think of.

I've called pretty much

What about the party?

What about it?

some of the most influential

That was a party with

in our community.

business leaders

And I saw you get at least

20 business cards.

I know, but those people are

practically strangers to me.

it's a long shot,

Well, maybe

but Miles and Irene have been a

part of this community forever.

If anybody at that party

could help us out,

I'm sure they'd be more

than happy to.

Wait, did you just say "us"?

Well, unless you wanna make

all those calls on your own.

No. Help me, please.

Okay. You lead the way.

All right.

All right.

No, no, I realize it's unlikely

that a deli would have

those kind of connections,

everyone that we can.

we're just calling

I will definitely stop by

and try that prosciutto.

Okay, thank you.

Bye-bye.

No luck?

Just a discount on deli meats.

You?

I'm still on hold.

Keep trying.

Yes, I'm still here.

Okay, it's a cargo company.

You're kidding.

Do they take

passengers?

it's a military hospital.

Uh, well,

That would be amazing.

No, uh, that--

Please do.

Okay, I will call you

right back.

What was that?

Thank you.

You're not gonna

believe this.

runs a cargo company.

My customer Sandy

They have a ship that makes

runs down to South America.

It is loading up on Miles'

island as we speak.

You're kidding me!

All he has to do is make it

to the ship by 5 p.m.,

and he could be on the mainland

before midnight.

Wait. What mainland?

Um...Santos.

I'm looking for a ticket.

Call Miles.

On it.

Yes!

Oh, great.

What are you

looking at?

That is private information.

What's in the backpack?

private information.

It's also

Gavin.

It's just some stuff

I wanna show Irene.

Okay.

get into too much trouble

Well, don't you two

while I'm gone, okay?

where are you going?

Wait,

I'm headed to the market

to pick up a few things

for Christmas Eve dinner.

Let's go.

Oh!

Coast is clear.

Great!

Let's see what you got.

I've got some cool stuff.

Yeah. Uh-huh.

Wait, how can there be

a weather delay

when the flight's

almost here?

Yeah.

No, I understand.

Could you just tell me

where they're landing?

Where?

Okay.

Thank you.

Buon appetito.

Hey! What's the word?

Peter, hi.

We have a bit of a hiccup.

What's going on?

there's a lightning storm,

Well, apparently

and the plane got rerouted

to another airport.

Well, could've been worse.

Oh.

to get him here before dinner,

I know, I just really wanted

and I still have all this

grocery shopping to do.

And they're landing, like,

two hours away, so...

I'll go.

Really?

Absolutely.

But don't you still have to have

dinner with all your friends?

They'll understand.

way more important.

Besides, this is

Are you sure?

Positive.

Just text me where I'm going,

and I'll be there.

Okay. Oh, and Peter?

Yeah?

Happy to help.

Thank you.

All right. Bye.

fantastic in here.

Irene? It smells

The turkey's

in the oven.

everything okay?

Did you find

of a madhouse out there,

Well, it was a bit

but I think we are good.

Thank you.

Oh, it was the least

I could do.

No, I mean thank you

for being here.

a part of my life.

For being

without Miles here,

You know,

this Christmas was gonna be

really lonely for me.

But you and Gavin and--

I know we're not family.

to get to know you all.

But I am so blessed

Oh.

Oh.

I'm just helping Nadine

with some work stuff.

Oh.

How can I help you?

Well, I have everything

covered here.

But if you wanna set

the table before we change,

all the Christmas china's there.

You can do that.

On it.

Hello. You've reached Peter.

right now. Leave a message.

I can't take your call

Mom.

Yeah?

What do you have there?

It's for you.

Really?

Should we put it

under the tree?

Open it!

Maybe we should wait

until tomorrow

and then we can open all

our presents together.

I don't think one little present

on Christmas Eve

is gonna hurt anybody.

Okay.

what we have here.

Let's see

Wow.

Honey.

It's a memory chest.

Did you make this

all by yourself?

Irene helped me a little.

Let's have a look.

Okay.

Honey.

That's from when we went camping

on the beach.

And this is from when

we went to the zoo.

our old backyard.

And that is from

Oh...

Irene said when you have

a memory chest,

you can keep memories forever.

they're always safe

That way,

and you never have to worry

about losing them.

Give me a hug.

Do you like it?

Oh, honey, I love it.

thoughtful present

It is the most

I have ever gotten

in my life.

I love you.

I love you, too.

Who's that?

I have no idea.

Excuse me, sir.

May I help you?

Oh!

No! Miles?

Oh!

Merry Christmas, Grandma.

Oh, sweetie!

I don't-- What--?

You're here!

I-- I-- I don't understand.

I don't believe this.

To tell you the truth, I can

barely believe it myself.

But I don't understand.

that you weren't gonna--

You told me

I was broken-hearted you told

me you couldn't come.

How did you do this?

Well, I couldn't have done it

without my new friends.

You--?

Oh!

You did this?

Well, I can't take

all the credit.

I had a really

good partner.

Oh!

The food is getting cold.

Oh, my--

Okay, I'm gonna add

two plates.

Oh, I can't believe this!

You look so handsome,

my goodness.

this is my Miles.

And now Gavin,

Hey.

Hey.

I'll be right back.

Oh, um, okay.

What is this?

an early Christmas present

I wanted to give you

for being so helpful.

But I didn't get you

anything.

That's okay.

Should I open it?

Yes.

Open it.

Oh, wow.

Merry Christmas.

Did you--?

I hope you like it.

This is beautiful.

I can't believe

you did this for me.

It's perfect.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

So do you think you're gonna

make it to your dinner?

not to wait for me,

Well, I told them

so I'll just pop in

and say hi.

You could always stay here.

want to intrude.

Oh, I wouldn't

to make this dinner happen.

You just drove four hours

I mean, the least we could do

is ask you to join us.

would be very disappointed

Besides, I think Irene

if I let you go.

so this is for Irene?

Oh, right,

it's a mutual decision.

I think

Come on.

Okay.