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Hello Mary Ann, it's Gabriella.

I just wanted to let you know

that your approval
has gone through.

Hi, Gabriella. Just checking
in. Any updates?

It's been a few months
since I've heard from you.

I'm so sorry.

They went with a couple
in Delaware.

I know it's disappointing.

Just checking back in.

Um... I know I need
to be patient.

She went with a couple
in Baltimore.

Hi, Gabriella.
It's been over nine months.

I'm so sorry.

Ready when you are.

So here is the settlement cheque
for your wrongful termination

and your fully executed
settlement agreement.

Congratulations, Ms. Sodhi.

Thank you so much, Mary Ann.

You have no idea what
this means for us,

especially near Christmas.

Please, it was my pleasure.

Here, I'll show you out.

There you go.

Oh, um... it doesn't look like
you took out your fees.

What do I owe you?

No, no. It's pro-bono.

I... I couldn't.

You can. And you should.

Buy Arjun something extra
special for Christmas. Right?

- Are you sure?
- I'm sure.

Thank you.

You two have a great Christmas.

Whoa.

Nice spread.

Thank you.

This coffee's for you,
by the way.

Thanks.

So, uh... did you catch
the news today?

Yeah, you mean the news
that my ex-husband

is engaged to someone
half my age?

I hadn't noticed.

Good thing there's rum balls.

Well honestly, I'm just...

I'm so much more at peace
with the whole thing now.

Yeah. Maybe she's 21.

I'm sure she's very fertile,

which is exactly what Bruce
wanted, but...

I always wanted a baby.
You know that.

Right?

But every month it didn't happen
with Bruce was just a heartache.

I don't need a husband
to become a mom.

I've gotten as far
as I am on my own.

Why not this too?

Yes. So, any news
on the adoption front?

No. It could happen any day.

Could be in a year.

Takes a little longer
for single women.

Well, your maternity leave
is ready and waiting for you.

Of course, feel free
to work remotely

for as long as you wish.

I know how long you've
wanted this.

Thank you, Naomi.

I'm here if you need a friend.

Ooh, speaking of friends...

I wanted to invite you over
to my place for Christmas.

- We're having carols.
- White elephant.

You know, I already have
a date with food delivery

and a Christmas movie.

But... I do appreciate that you
invite me every year,

even though every year I say no.

Mary Ann, why do you think
it is you and I

are the top female lawyers
in the city?

Because we never give up.

I thought you were going to say
because we're very powerful,

independent women who don't rely
on anyone to do our dirty work.

- Yeah, you would.
- See you mañana.

See ya.

Gabriella speaking.

Gabriella. Uh... hi.
Sorry. It's Mary Ann Brubeck.

Yes, again.

Yes, again.

Um... I just thought I'd call,
you know,

because we're coming up
on a year since my approval,

and I just...

Yes, as I said this process
is extensive.

Of course.

Yeah. I, uh... I know
it takes time.

Yes, you just need
to be patient.

Absolutely.

And, um...

I have faith that it'll happen
when it's meant to.

Hopefully it will.

I just... I just wanted
to let you know

that I am so ready whenever
that moment might be.

I'll talk to you in
the new year.

God... please grant me patience

and peace and trust as I await
your divine timing.

- Yes!
- Come on!

Get up. Get out of the house.

Joe, let's go get something
to eat. Come on.

Sorry. I'm kind of in the middle
of something here.

Is this seriously where you see
yourself in 20 years?

On the couch with
your juice boxes,

your video games, and your dog.

I mean, if by some miracle
Donkey lives that long,

yeah, that would be great.

But no, no, no, no, no.
Of course not.

You know, I want... more.

Like, what do you want?

Well I'm on level 4.

I'd love to get to level 5 here,
if that's okay.

I'm kidding. I'm kidding, I...

I want more.

I don't know. More.

- That's exactly it, though.
- You don't know.

Who names their dog
Donkey anyways?

Pretty stupid name.

Hey, come on.

He's right here. I thought
it was creative. Right?

Who's the creative, Donkey, huh?

- You know what?
- You're a really nice guy.

Thank you.

Just... where's your drive?

Where's your passion?
Where's your reason?

When I saw you playing
with your band up on stage,

man, you were full of life.
You were electric.

It was like the whole
world was yours.

You made an impression on me
and I hadn't even met you yet.

Man, you were a rock star.
But you're not that guy.

I'm sorry if you thought
you were getting that guy

but that was a lifetime ago.

You know, I left the band
five years ago, Brooke.

Yeah. You still have
an entire room

dedicated to a single guitar.

The only clean room in
the house, I might add.

I haven't heard you play once.

Look, I'm not rock star Joe.
Alright?

That ship has sailed.

Yeah. Thanks for the note,
Captain.

You know, I'm jumping ship.

- Oh, ho, ho, man.
- Did you guys hear that?

Hey, it's me.

Oh... okay.

Hey!

Hi. Hi.

Hi.

Hi.

Did you forget that you
were, uh,

watching your nephew tonight?

Uh... no, of course not.

Sure.

- Of course not, buddy.
- How are you?

Clearly.

Is Brooke... Brooke around?

No. We broke up.

Oh... I'm sorry. You okay?

- Yeah. You know what?
- Actually, I'm fine.

I'm feeling really good.

Okay. What was that,
um, two months?

Six weeks. New record.

She was never really
my favorite anyway.

- I know, I could tell.
- Okay. Sorry.

You know what?

I actually can't comprehend
how you and Bob met

at middle school church camp

and you still love
spending time together.

Incredible.

We do.

I think sometimes God just
puts your perfect person

in front of you early.

In braces and pimples
and all that. Yeah.

But it also takes a lot of work,

and you avoid work like
the plague, so...

- Hey, that's not true.
- I love work.

I just never met
the right woman.

- You're right.
- You're right, I'm sorry.

You know, I saw you work
really hard for your band.

Maybe you just need some...
inspiration.

Yeah, I just need
some inspiration.

Yeah. Okay. Well, I love you.

Okay. Love you.

Thank you again and I will
see you around 9:00.

And I would prefer if you didn't
eat pizza.

Okay.

Okay, good. Okay.

You know what prefer
means, right?

Mm hmm.

It means we can get pizza,
which is awesome!

Hi, Mom. Uh... um... I can't
really talk right now.

My sink is leaking.

Oh. Have you called a plumber?

- I don't need a plumber. Okay?
- I can handle it.

Uh-huh, I bet.

So, have you thought any more
about my offer

to drive up for Christmas?

You know, we've got just
four days left.

Uh... well... no, it's fine.

I told you, we talked
about this...

Well, you know, we can keep
things quiet.

I can stay in the guest room.

You'll hardly even know
I'm there.

Uh... the, um... the guest
room isn't

it's under construction.

So it's not going to work.

But I... I love you and I'll
talk to you soon.

I love you too, sweetie.

Okay.

Okay, I think that's got it.
We're good.

Hey, buddy.

Hey, buddy.

Hey Dolly, how you doing?

Hey. Guess what I found, man?

You won't believe this.

It's from our touring days, man!
Look at this.

Your hair, bro!

Oh, man.

Those were fun times, eh?

I saw the whole country
because of you.

Seattle, Chicago, Miami.

San Francisco.

That's the stop we were at
when my dad called

to break the news
about his cancer.

Yeah, man, that was
a tough one.

You know, we... we really
loved your dad.

You know that, right?

Look, I'm kind of
done reminiscing,

if that's okay with you.

Look, I... I'm sorry.

I just, I brought this because
I thought it would bring back

that spark you had back then.
You know?

- Yeah, well, I appreciate it.
- I do.

I just think that
that spark has

long since fizzled, you know?

I don't know.

I do sometimes wonder what my
dad would think about all this.

Me living in his house,
running his business.

I think he'd be proud of
the man you've become.

That's me included.

Now, I do think he'd miss
you playing his guitar, though.

And he loved it when
you were playing up there.

Dolly, come on!

This dog has been acting strange
all morning.

Must be a storm coming.

Get back! Dolly, come on.
Get back here!

- Yes. Hello. Good morn...
- uh... good afternoon. Hi.

Mary Anne, I have some
wonderful news.

Are you serious?

Thank you. What's happening?

I got the call.

Guess who's getting a baby
for Christmas?

What? That's incredible!

I know. I know.

So, I'm just gonna
jump in the car, uh,

it's like a four hour drive
to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania,

where the hospital is.

Okay, so what can I do?

Uh... need me to go to your
place, get anything set up?

I can call your mom...

Oh, uh... no.

No, no, you don't have
to do that.

I've got everything
covered there.

So...

Still haven't told her yet,
have you?

- Look, I know that I should.
- And I will.

I'm just worried about how
she'll react, right?

Okay, Well, drive safely

and I'm around if you need
anything. Okay?

- Okay.
- Keep me posted.

I will.

It's happening!

Okay.

We're having a baby, everyone!

Okay.

Okay.

Yes...

Thank you.

Hey buddy, we got
a blizzard warning.

Hi.

Ehh... it's pretty quiet.

I think I'm gonna head home.

- Well, as long as you um...
- you take him.

Deal.

Weather alert folks.
We've got a blizzard blowing in.

It's bad. Reports of stranded
motorists everywhere.

Stay inside and get cozy,
if you can.

You're not going anywhere.

Because this is
a closed adoption,

your privacy and the privacy
of the birth parents

will remain intact.

Okay.

Now, she was born
yesterday morning,

and the couple that we had
lined up for her

pulled out last minute...
right after you called.

How could anyone go through
this entire process

and just bail last minute?

It happens more often
than you think.

Adopting a child is a huge
commitment,

and sometimes reality
sets in and

people realize they just
aren't ready.

Well, you're with
your momma now. Hmm?

Now, the nurses have been
taking good care of her,

making sure she's getting
lots of love.

They've been calling
her baby Natalie.

Natalie.

Mm-hmm... means Christmas.

I like it.

Suits her.

Yeah.

You're my Natalie.

Come in there, Joe.

We've got a six-car pile-up
on Highway 10.

Get over there right away.

Are you sure you
don't want some help?

It's really coming down
out there.

Yeah. Thank you, I've got it.

Okay. Well, um, there's
a couple hotels in town,

but I've heard they're pretty
booked up

because of the holidays.

I heard there's a small inn that
might still have some rooms.

No, no, no, we'll be fine.

Honestly, I'd just rather
get her home tonight. You know?

Okay.

Thank you so much, Gabriella.

Oh, you're so welcome.

Thank you.

Oh, okay.

Okay. Okay.

You're so welcome.

- Okay.
- Well, stay safe out there.

We will.

Bye, Natalie.

It's just you and me,
baby girl.

Alright, let's go home.

[radio If you can avoid highway
travel, please do so.

This blizzard isn't messing
around folks.

We got reports of roads being
closed in all directions.

People aren't going anywhere
for a while. Stay safe.

Good evening, this is
Bethlehem Star Inn.

Could you hold, please?
Hi. For one night.

We have a clean room
ready for you

and there's coffee in the lobby
starting at 6:00

so just come on down.

Bob!

Will you show this lovely couple
room 206, please?

- Yeah, I'm a little busy.
- But... okay. Okay.

And I'm not... Theo,
don't jump on your dad!

You know he has a bad back.
Just one more moment please.

Bob! Bob. Bob -Yeah.

206?

- You got it.
- Great. Thank you, honey.

Okay. Shh-shh shh.

- Mommy just wants to pull over.
- Okay?

Alright folks. This
blizzard isn't messing around.

Get off the highway,
routes are closing.

You want to get indoors,
stay safe.

- Alright, come on in here.
- Watch your step.

Found another one
in the snowbank.

He's going to need a room
for the night.

- You are in luck.
- We have one room left.

I'm glad he found me.

I didn't have any service
out there.

I thought I was gonna freeze
to death.

Ah, we wouldn't
let that happen.

Are you heading back out?

You know what? It's getting
pretty hairy out there,

I think I'm just gonna head home
and check on Donkey.

You have a donkey?

By donkey he means dog.

You named your dog Donkey?

Pretty creative, right?

- Not really?
- Okay.

Well, I'm gonna let highway
patrol know that I'm on call,

so just... I'll be there if you
need me. Okay?

Alright. Bob, you're looking
sweaty. You okay?

He's good.

Hey, would you take Gerald
here to room 102?

Thanks.

Okay. Good night, guys.

Thank you, darling.

Oops.

Just watch your step there.

Thank you.

Hi. Sorry, wondering if you
have any rooms?

- Okay. Thank you anyway.
- Alright.

No.

No rooms there either.

It looks like with the storm
and the holidays

everything in Bethlehem
is booked.

Okay, um...

You said she's just a day old?

Yeah, I've only had her
a couple hours.

I just adopted her. Uh...

It's just the two of us.

- Oh, I feel awful.
- I wish we had a room for you.

Bob! Ooh, wait.

There's a couple of hotels in
Allentown about 20 minutes away.

Maybe... hey, Joe!

Maybe you could guide her
in the truck to Allentown?

Uh... yeah.

I mean, I did just hear
on the radio

that they've shut off the west
road, but I mean

if you're trying to get
to Hanover

I can definitely get you through
the worst of it.

No, I was just driving
in that direction.

It's totally blocked off.

No one's getting
through tonight.

Okay. Well, we've got
Bob's sister

and her family in town for the
holidays and Grandma Myrtle.

So it's a full house.
But we have a couch.

I mean, I am not leaving you
out in the cold.

- No, no, no.
- I would not impose on you.

Oh, you're not imposing. It...

What am I thinking?
Joe has a guest room.

I mean, his house is kind of
a barn but, uh

you'll have privacy. So...

Yeah, I mean, I wasn't
really prepared for that but...

He'd love to have you.

- Yeah, it'd be great.
- Yeah.

Well, you know what?

I guess that's our only option,
isn't it?

Uh... yeah. Yes. Thank you.

Thank you so much.

No problem.

Great. Great.

Well, hey, I'll bring a few
things over on our way home.

We had my baby shower
last weekend,

so the storage closet
is just full of things,

and it's all collecting dust
for the next couple of months.

- It's not necessary.
- I packed a suitcase.

That's probably enough
for one night, right?

Yeah, one night.

Oh, uh... yeah, sorry.

I didn't get a chance to...
to clean up.

I didn't know anybody
was coming over.

My nephew was here,
we had a bit of a party.

Oh. How old's your nephew?

Seven.

Right.

Anyway, uh...

- You don't need to apologize.
- Thank you for letting us stay.

Yeah. No, of course.

You can, uh, come on in
and make yourself comfortable.

This is... this is Donkey,
he's a good boy.

Creative name.

- Thank you.
- Yeah, that's what I thought.

Can I say hi?

- Yes.
- Okay.

So, listen, uh... the bedrooms
are upstairs.

Uh... there's a kitchen
around the corner here,

there's a bathroom over there.

That's good.

And there's that room.

It's reserved for a guitar.

Yeah.

Do you play?

Used to.

It's okay. Hi.

And of course,
just help yourself

to anything in the fridge.

But make sure you check
the date on it

because I haven't had a chance
to go through...

I've been meaning to go through,
just to clean it out.

Yeah, no worries. Thank you.

You bet.

Looks like her pacifiers

yeah, they didn't make it
into the diaper bag.

But I saw a drugstore
down the street.

So, you know what?

I'll just take her with me,
we'll go get some stuff.

- No, no, no, no.
- I'm gonna drive you.

In this weather, no.

It's faster if we take my truck
right now anyway.

It's fine, I can do it.

It's so close by and actually
I could use some fresh air.

Ooh! Oh. Hi.

I just brought a couple
of things

in case you need anything.

Uh, we've got newborn diapers,
sleepers, baby carriage,

bottles, bottle warmers,
wipes, pacifiers.

You guys really didn't have
to do all of this. Thank you.

Happy to help.

But we have Theo
in the car asleep,

and it's storming out,
so we should go.

But just call if
you need anything.

- Okay.
- Bye.

You guys are the best.

- Okay.
- Bye Bob.

- Good night.
- Thank you.

Thank you, thank you.

- Okay. Have a good one.
- Thank you very much.

- Thanks.
- Bye.

Oh, man.

Flurry of activity,
that's my sister.

Always doing a million things.

Oh, you're siblings?

Yeah. Actually,
she's adopted too.

We celebrate her gotcha day.

I like that. Gotcha.

Gotcha.

Okay, so you must be exhausted.

So... why don't I show you
upstairs to your space?

Okay.

And, um... why don't you take
the baby?

Yeah, I'll take...

And I will take your luggage
and we'll head upstairs.

Okay.

This way. Good boy, Donkey.

Okay.

- Hi.
- Hi.

Are you heading out?

Yeah, a couple stuck motorists
out there. So...

Is there anything I can pick
you up while I'm out?

No, I was just gonna look
for something I could use

like a night light.
I expect she'll be up.

- Right. Yeah, no, I should...
- I think I got something for you.

Yeah.

It's not exactly a night light

but it gives off a really
warm glow.

- It's perfect.
- Great.

- Thank you.
- You're welcome.

Oh, sorry.

- It's okay. Thank you.
- You're welcome.

So, have a good night.

- Yeah, you too.
- Yeah. Have a great night.

Thank you. And drive safe.

I will. Always do.

And... I hope you have
a restful sleep.

It's probably not gonna happen.

Probably not gonna happen,
but...

- Yeah.
- Okay.

- Thank you.
- You're welcome.

Hi. Okay. Come on.

There you go.

Look at the snow.

Yeah.

It's nice, huh?

- It's okay, buddy.
- It's just for the night.

- Oh, baby girl.
- I know. I know you're hungry.

There you go.

Don't you wanna go back
to sleep?

No, you say.

Hi. Morning.

Hi. Morning.

I hope we didn't keep
you up all night.

No. Not at all.

I slept like a baby,
didn't even hear you guys.

Were you up?

You can't lie to a lawyer.

There's coffee on the counter.

Oh. Thank you.

You're welcome.

Where's Natalie, she sleeping?

Yeah. Yeah, once
the sun came up,

that's when she decided it
was time to go back to bed.

Right.

Yeah. I think I read somewhere
it takes them,

like, a few weeks to get
their days and their nights

kinda straightened out.

Oh, that's not milk.
Um... it's formula.

Ah. Thank you.

Clearly, I'm not quite awake
yet, so...

Did you do the dishes?

You didn't have to do
the dishes.

Yeah, it was the least
I could do.

Hello, hello, hello!

Shh, shh, shh!

Sorry. Sorry. What?

Uh... I didn't realize
you had company. Hi.

Hi.

What are we shushing for?

It's, uh...

My baby.

Do you want a coffee?

We're just drinking coffee
right now.

Yeah. Yeah. I'll take
a quick cup.

Hey, do you mind?

This is Dolly.
Hold that, thanks.

Let's do this!

Quiet, quiet!

Sorry. Sorry.

I'll go upstairs, it's fine.

Come on, use your head.

I'll go. I'll go, it's fine.
I gotta check on Donkey.

Thanks.

Hi. What's your name? Dolly?

You're cute.

She likes you.

Hi.

Alright.

Hi.

Hi.

- I think she's just...
- She's okay?

She's good. Right back asleep.

You know, me and
this rock star

we've been best friends
since elementary school.

Performed on stages all over
the world. Right?

Well, one of us performed
on stage.

Um... I'm Mary Ann.

This rock star, and I go back...
what, a whole 12 hours?

Twelve hours, yeah.

Shawn Shepherd.

Nice to meet you.

Yes. Um...

She got caught in the storm
last night,

just waiting for those roads
to open up.

Yeah. Have you heard any news?

I'd really love to go home.

I just heard on the radio it's
gonna be at least another day.

There's road crews all over
the state working overtime

because they're short-staffed
due to the holidays.

Right.

Wow. Fancy schmancy.

Well, you're classing up
the barn, I like it.

It's okay.

Actually, the reason I came...

I'm hoping you can give me
a hand with Santa's truck.

The engine's giving me trouble.

- Oh really? Yeah.
- No, not a problem.

What's Santa's truck?

Oh, um... the church, they put
on a toy drive every year.

Oh, cute.

- Yeah, my mom started the event.
- It's pretty cool.

Santa takes photos with the
kids and people drop off gifts.

Oh, nice.

- You should come!
- I mean, you're gonna be here.

No...

It's really fun.

Shawn and I wear elf hats,
hand out candy canes.

- Candy canes. Well, I...
- I can't miss it.

There's candy canes.

There's candy canes,
so you gotta come.

- Obviously.
- Yeah.

Wow. That is good stuff.

- Cheers.
- Cheers.

Is there a grocery
store nearby?

I think I need more formula.

- Yeah.
- Yeah.

Gonna need a little
more formula.

Terrific, thank you. Wonderful.

Thank you.

Looking forward
to hearing you sing.

So, uh... we label them
with age range and gender,

and then we place them here
around the tree.

Well, the shop owner
labeled mine for me.

So convenient.

Well, if it isn't
Prince Joseph.

Hello Mother.

Hello, darling.

How are you?

- Oh... good.
- Good.

Oh, this is Mary Ann and her
daughter Natalie.

- Hi.
- Hi. Nice to meet you.

And you.

Yeah, they got caught
in that storm last night.

- Oh, my goodness.
- Was that not atrocious?

- It came out of nowhere, right?
- I know. Yes.

Sorry. This is my mom, Goldie.

She's the one who started
the whole toy drive.

Yeah, I see where you get
your curls.

Yes.

Thirty-four years and we are
going strong.

I actually started it with
Joey's dad, Jake, but

well, now I'm on my own.

And I certainly could not have
done it without the help

of these amazing people
here in Bethlehem,

and of course, my sweet Joey.

Well, you've created something
really beautiful.

Dad would be really proud
of you, Mom.

Oh, honey... I love you.

Right this way Grandma.

Oh... uh... just give me
one second.

Shh, shh, shh.

Oh boy. Aww.

He's always been
such a sweet soul.

Even as a little boy.

Yeah, he's been very kind
to take us in.

I see a lot of his father
in him.

Yeah?

They were thick as thieves,
those two.

They would stay up late,
jamming in the barn

like a couple of teenagers.

It sounds like they were close.

They were.

He was a very special man,
and we all miss him very much.

I'm sorry.

Thank you.

Mary Ann, this is my grandma,
Myrtle.

Oh, it's so nice to meet you.

- Finally. A sweet woman, Joey.
- I've been waiting.

Oh... no.

Uh... yeah, yeah...

We're just friends.

Hmm. For now.

Grandma.

Joe. Hey, Joe.

Yeah, yeah. Go, go.

All good.

- Okay. Just be nice, okay?
- Don't embarrass me.

You can embarrass him.

- Well, what can I say?
- I see what I see.

Oh, this is my daughter,
Natalie.

I adopted her yesterday.

But no husband?

No. Are you okay?

- So... sweet and brave.
- Let me see the angel.

Oh, dear, dear, dear.
Oh, she's beautiful.

- Isn't she cute?
- Oh, shh, shh, shh.

Okay. Would you mind
just grabbing that bag?

Can I help you with anything?

- No, I just need to grab her...
- shh... her pacifier.

Um...

I've got it.

Thank you.

Oh, you would have
found it eventually.

I don't know about that.

Oh, yes.

Choir is practicing.

Why don't you walk
her over there?

Babies love music.

- Mm hmm.
- She'll love it.

Yeah, that's a great idea.

I've got your stuff,
it's all good.

Thank you.

Um... it was nice to meet
you both.

Yes. Okay.

Behave yourself.

Amen.

Music has always been how
I've connected most with God,

even as a little boy.

I really felt it today.

Yeah.

I noticed your cross necklace
earlier. It's beautiful.

Thank you.

Yeah, when I was a little kid,
when the choir would sing,

my dad and I would play.
It's like I was

showered with God's light.

I love that.

You feel that too, little one?

You know, when I was younger,
I used to dance.

And my mom always said
she couldn't get me to stop

creating these interpretive
dance pieces

every time the choir sang
at Christmas time.

I bet you were adorable.

Yeah.

Yeah.

But I was moved, you know,
in the same way that you were.

Just inspired by the music
and God.

Every good and perfect gift
comes from above.

Isn't that right?

James 1:17.

It was one of my dad's
favorite verses.

Mine too.

- Really?
- Yeah.

Families are arriving.

Great.

You guys coming?

Yeah.

Now?

Alright. Watch your step.

Oh, Granny. Look at that.

What do you make
of those two, huh?

It catches sometimes.

Is there a trick to it?

I think Joseph
might be smitten.

What do you think?

I think that storm may have
been a part of a bigger plan.

Amen.

- Hi.
- Hi.

Is she asleep?

Yeah. That one was tough.

I think you deserve a cold one.

Would you like an apple juice?

- Yes, please.
- That would be amazing.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

You know, I think I'm starting
to see why

being a single parent was
so hard for my mom.

I can imagine it's not easy
on anyone.

Single, married, four nannies.

I remember growing up
with Frankie,

I always thought that I would
adopt one day, but...

I don't think I have the courage
to do that on my own.

I'll tell you one thing, though.

Having just met you,

I would say that I have full
faith that if anyone can do it,

it's definitely you.

Thank you.

- Cheers.
- Cheers.

You know, you don't

you don't have to stick around
and entertain me.

I can fend for myself.

So if you have stuff to do...

No. I have nothing to do.

Well, actually I was...

I was gonna decorate the tree,
since tomorrow is Christmas Eve,

and I've probably procrastinated
enough at this point.

I could help you.

Yeah?

Look at how cute you were.

That's amazing.

My sister made
that in some art class.

Seems like you guys were close.

I always wanted a sibling.

Yeah, we're very close.

She's always been
my biggest supporter.

Her and my dad would come to
every single one of my shows

when I was starting out.

Yeah, you said
you used to tour?

- Yeah, it was incredible.
- Until it wasn't.

It's actually really lonely
out on the road

and I just started to miss,
like, my family and community

just my town.

And then when my dad got sick,

it just kind of put everything
into perspective.

Like, what am I doing out here,
you know?

So I just, I came back
and, uh

helped him with the business.

He taught me how to play.

That's his guitar in there.

I haven't played it
since he passed.

He really meant a lot to you,

He was my best friend.

I haven't really shared that
with anyone.

Thank you for sharing it
with me.

Alright, well since
we're opening up over here,

why don't you tell me something
about yourself, Mary Ann?

Uh... I grew up
with a single mom.

Mm hmm.

My dad left when I was a baby.

Um... she struggled a lot,

worked a lot of jobs
to take care of me

with no help from friends
or family.

So, I was alone a lot and grew
up quickly and, uh

honestly didn't really have
anyone to rely on but myself.

So that's... that's how
I've lived my life.

Well... you've sure done well
for yourself.

Thank you.

Like, my mom...
she did everything she could,

but we just didn't have a lot
of money growing up.

So it wasn't always easy.

And I think in a way, I just...

I think I was determined
to not struggle

in the way that she did.

You know, so I went
to law school,

became a lawyer, made partner.

And then I married someone
who was equally ambitious

who, uh... left me when
I couldn't get pregnant.

I'm so sorry.

Don't be. It was a blessing.

Yeah, he was cold.

You know, so I could keep him
at arm's length,

it was a safety thing.

But... it wasn't a partnership.

It was always whatever he wanted

and when I couldn't
give him that

he chose to leave.

Wow.

And now he's engaged
to someone half my age.

Go figure.

Yeah. Must be tough.

No.

Honestly, I just leaned on God.
And I found my inner strength.

I've actually never shared
that with anyone either.

Wow. Look at us.

Look at us.

Share-sy Pants over here.

- So, what about you?
- Have you been married?

No.

I always made music a priority.
Until it wasn't.

And since then, I haven't
really found

the motivation to do anything.

Work.

Relationships.

Cleaning.

Well, I hope you find
your inspiration someday.

Yeah. Me too.

No, no, no.

Just trust me, this
is gonna look good.

- It's not gonna work.
- It's gonna work.

Boom! Look at that.

Nuh uh.

What?

No!

You go ahead and keep
the star night light. Yes.

This goes on top.

No!

Just like this.

Boom.

No, it's terrible.

I actually think it's perfect.

I mean, nothing really
encapsulates Bethlehem

more than pizza,
because, you know,

they used to eat pizza
back then. I think.

I'm pretty sure they did.

Did they?

Yes, they did.

Yeah. Now that I think of it,
I think you're right.

Yeah.

And nothing screams
Christmas miracle

quite like I cut up pizza box.

No, nothing does.

Thank you for- -Seriously...

I was just going to say
it looks great.

Yeah, I was just going to say
thank you for your help.

It's my pleasure.

So, I should probably head
up to bed.

Yeah, she'll be up.

She's always up.

Yeah. Sorry.

That's okay.

- Okay, so...
- Thank you.

Best wishes.

You too.

Okay.

Good night, Joe.

Good night, Mary Ann.

Best wishes.

Hi. You hungry?

Oh, stinky.

Okay. How about we change that?

Joe?

Have you seen...?

- Shh, shh, shh!
- She's sleeping, it's okay.

Oh, thank goodness.

She was fussing.

I just picked her up, you were
like,

so I just wanted
to let you go on.

Okay.

Why are you dancing?

She really likes it
when I do this.

And then I go forward like this.

And then I swoop around
like this.

Hmm. Okay.

Hey, there's, uh

croissants and coffee
in the kitchen.

Thank you.

Okay. I got about
five more minutes

and then I'll get you
out of here.

No rush.

The roads aren't supposed to
open up for a couple more hours.

Hey, look who's here.

Yeah, the wreath cookies
are all decorated

so I thought we'd get
some fresh air.

Nice.

Hi, I'm Mary Ann.

Gerald.

- Nice to meet you.
- Nice to meet you.

What do we have here?

Uh, this is Natalie.

- Wow. Wow.
- She's brand new, isn't she?

Yeah. Couple days.

Beautiful.

Thank you.

Here, take a load off.

Thank you.

So, you have far to go?

I got about ten more hours
of driving.

Oh, you'll make it home
just in time for Christmas.

It's Christmas Eve already?

I tell you, I can't tell
one day from the next.

Ah, that doesn't matter
much for me these days.

You know, I'm just heading home
after some work.

So, no... no plans?

Nah, nah.

Well my... my son lives
across country and he's,

he's busy making Christmas
memories with his own kids.

Yeah, I used to do a little
something to celebrate

on my own but, uh...
it gets old after a while.

Hey, listen.

If you want to stick around
for a few days, you know,

we do some pretty fun Christmas
activities at the church.

No, no. Thank you.

I'm just an old man
and I'm stuck in my ways.

Fair enough.

But if you change your mind,
you know where to find us.

You're all done. Good to go.

Thanks, Joe.

I'll pay up.

Alright.

You two... cherish
what you've got here.

Be grateful that you've got
each other

and you got this little one.

Don't make the same
mistakes I made.

Well, we're not...

Yeah...

- We won't.
- We won't.

There's nothing more important
in life than family.

Don't ever take that
for granted.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

- Hey, oh! Watch your head.
- Watch your head there.

Alright.

Merry Christmas.

Thanks again.

He was nice.

Nice. Great guy.

Yeah, great.

Yeah. Really, uh... kind.

Um... can I get you
two anything?

No. No, thank you.

I think we're just going to go
for a little stroll

around the block before
we're stuck in the car.

- Yeah, that's...
- that's a good idea.

Listen, I'm all done here.
You mind if I tag along?

- Please, that would be nice.
- Yeah.

Great.

There's actually, uh

there's a special spot I've been
wanting to show you.

Come on.

Watch your head.

Yeah, so this is my family barn
built in 1915.

It's actually where
I found Donkey.

He was a stray, cold and skinny.

I found him in the donkey
stable, hence his name.

Ah... and now he eats pizza
and has a best friend.

Yeah, I think he's done alright
for himself.

I think he has.

Okay. Close your eyes

'cause I've got a surprise
for you.

Okay.

- Grab on.
- Okay.

Here we go.

Wow.

Amazing, right?

Yeah.

After my dad sold off
the animals,

he started to build
this collection.

He would add to it every year

and invite the community out
to check it out.

And then, of course, he passed
and we just kept it up all year.

It's amazing.

It is.

My mom opens it up
so the community can come out

and enjoy it throughout
Christmas.

Such a great way to keep
his memory alive.

It is.

Is this the same barn you had
your late night jam sessions in?

Your mom told me.

- Of course she did.
- Yes, this is the very one.

It's a really special place.

It is.

It's the last year we're gonna
have it, though.

They've implemented
a new property tax law

and the family doesn't think
we can keep it, unfortunately.

I'm sorry to hear that.

Yeah, thanks.

Thank you for showing it to me.

I just thought
you should see it.

Ah... that's Shawn.

He says the roads
have opened back up.

Yeah, that's great.

Yeah.

Yeah.

- Bye, sweet girl.
- Don't grow up too fast.

I can't thank you enough
for your generosity.

No, no. You're so welcome.

Thank you for getting stuck
and then allowing me to save you

so that you could hang out here
for a couple of days

because it's been really nice.

It was the plan all along.

- Yeah, I figured as much.
- Yeah.

Alright, well... Drive safe.

I will.

And just be careful
in the mountain pass.

You know, it can be
a little slick,

especially with two-wheel drive.

- Okay.
- Okay.

And maybe just, uh... give me
a call when you land.

Just so I know you got
there safely.

For sure, yeah.

And just kind of in general,
you know,

like, keep in touch because

you know, I'm gonna need
some Natalie updates.

I get it. Thank you.

Bye.

Really?

You kidding?

Great.

Yeah. Okay.

Merry Christmas.

Okay, so your ignition switch
is shot

and unfortunately, we don't keep
foreign parts on hand,

and neither do any of the other
shops in the vicinity.

Makes sense.

Now, I can order one

but it's not gonna arrive
until after Christmas.

Okay, um...

- Why don't I just drive you?
- I'm gonna drive you.

- Oh, no. No.
- Yeah.

No, no.

I'm not gonna make you drive
eight hours round trip

on Christmas Eve. It's fine.

I'll just... call a cab.

- No, you're not calling a cab.
- You're not calling a cab.

Yeah, I can just call a cab.

There's... there's probably
a bunch out there waiting.

- I'm gonna drive you.
- Or you could just stay.

She wants to stay.

- I actually think it's gas.
- Sorry.

But I'm sure...
I'm sure she would.

You know, I'd love to show you
and Natalie

what our Christmases are like.

I mean, it would be
a lot easier

than having to ship the car.

Yeah, I mean, wouldn't it?

But you know what,

I'm sure some room's
opened up at the inn.

No, you're not staying
at the inn.

- I can just stay...
- Come on, don't be silly.

Why would you stay
at the inn when you

we've got it all set up
at my place?

What do you say?

Thank you.

Hey. Uh, what are these logos?

Uh, the logos?

Yeah, I got those made
a while back

but I've been slacking.
Surprise, surprise.

They're really great.

I like, uh, this one.

It's like modern,
but still classic.

- Really?
- Yeah.

That's kind of the one I was
gravitating towards as well.

It's very... modern and classic.

- Modern and classic.
- Modern and classic.

- Yeah, it's great.
- Thank you.

Yeah. I just thought I'd start
advertising some more,

you know, try to

take my business to
the next level. You know?

Smart.

Yeah. Thank you.

Oh, uh... more importantly,
I need to ask you,

which sweater do you want
to wear tonight?

Are you ready?

This is big. Okay.

- Are you... chill out dude!
- Or... oh snap!

Ah... that's a tough call.

It is a tough call.

I'm gonna say snowman will do.

Yeah, dude.

It's clear.

- Hey, it's me!
- Hey, hey.

Thank you so much
for taking us.

Yeah, you bet. Of course.

Wow, your place looks amazing.

- Hey, how are you?
- I'm good.

Yeah, just... you know

wanted to get
some organizing done.

Okay. Well, I'm... I'm shocked.

I didn't know you could clean.

What are you talking about?

- I clean all the time.
- No, you don't.

Yeah, I do. They call me
Mr. Clean. Very clean.

I have never seen you
clean before.

Always clean.

Sorry. Did you make these?

Yeah.

Are you joking?

- No, I bake cookies.
- No, you don't.

- Yeah, I do.
- When?

Well, I did, didn't I?

You did. I saw him.

- Anyway.
- Are you okay?

Great.

- Is it hot, or...?
- I'm fine, Frankie. Just...

Did something happen?

- Okay. That's enough.
- No more talking.

Blink twice if she's holding
you hostage.

- Okay, we're all good.
- Okay. We're good, sister.

- We're having fun, right?
- It's okay.

- Weird.
- You're weird!

- What, like all of it?
- Yeah.

Well, whatever amount.

- Oh, just gonna drop this off.
- There you go, guys.

Hey.

Hey guys!

Hey!

It's us! The guys!

Hey.

Uncle Joe, I was telling Marcus

about all your amazing
dance moves.

You were?

I mean, I don't even know
you're talking about

'cause I don't really dance.

Oh really?

The cha-cha, the waltz,
the tango.

Mom says you can do them all.

Oh, I mean,

but not really as good as I can
do the robot.

I mean, do you want me
to get out there

and do some of my awesome moves
for everybody or what?

Here we go! It's a bird,
it's a plane...

Okay. Hey, how are you
holding up?

Joe told me about your car.

Oh, yeah. It's you know,
it's unfortunate

but there's nothing I can really
do. So...

Yeah. Well, even the not so
ideal moments have a reason.

You and Joe seem
to have hit it off.

Yeah. Yeah, I mean, we're very
grateful for his hospitality.

You should spend
the holidays with us.

I'm doing a Christmas Eve
dinner tonight,

and we do the best games.
It'll be like a whole feast.

I don't think I brought
anything nice enough for that.

Plus, she's

you know, she's probably just
going to cry the entire time.

And, you know, I just...

I wouldn't want her to bother
you guys during dinner.

She'll just be screaming.

Well, even if she does,
there will be several aunties

and grandmas just dying
to hold her.

We really love babies in this
family, as you can clearly see.

Okay. What if I just have
Bob drop off

a few dress options, you know?
Believe it or not,

I haven't always been this big.

Alright.

Really?

- Yeah, yeah, you're...
- you're very convincing.

Huh. Okay.

You should be a lawyer.

Hmm. I will consider it.

Here we go.

The thing is, is this
is our song

and I heard her out there
saying that she needs me

to take her to the dance floor.
So, if you don't mind?

Of course, by all means.

Thank you very much.

There we go.

Here we go, we got her.

He's a good guy.

Yeah.

Terrible dancer.

Hi Mom.

I just want to wish you
a merry Christmas Eve.

Thank you. Merry Christmas Eve
to you, too.

- Are you doing alright, sweetie?
- Anything you want to talk about?

No. No, I'm fine.

How about you?

Have you been baking Christmas
cookies all day?

How'd you guess?

We all have our
own traditions, right?

Yes, we do.

Well, I won't keep you
from your take-out

and your Christmas movie.

I love you, honey.

I love you too, Mom.

Good night.

That was beautiful.

Thank you.

I figured it was time.

You look... gorgeous.
Like... gorgeous.

Thank you.

You, um... clean up
pretty well yourself.

Oh. This old thing?

Yeah. It's giving me a Fred
Astaire in Holiday Inn vibes.

Say... why don't we head out
to the farm, huh?

We'll dance and we'll sing
like it's the holidays. Huh?

I mean, the resemblance
is uncanny.

Speaking of Fred Astaire,
what was it that I heard

about you knowing the cha-cha,
the waltz and the tango?

Yeah.

So, my sister used to be
a ballroom dancer

and when her partner
couldn't come,

I used to fill in for
the rehearsals. So...

I kinda picked up a few moves
along the way.

Well, I mean,
the music is playing

now is your time to shine.

Oh, I... didn't really have
anything prepared.

But... if you insist.

But... I need a partner.

Not bad, Mr. Astaire.

- I know. Sh-sh-sh.
- Hi honey, it's okay. Sh-sh-sh.

We should probably
get going anyway.

- Yeah.
- Yeah.

- I gotcha.
- Thank you.

Merry Christmas you two.

- Aww, Merry Christmas, Mom.
- How are you?

How are you, darling?

- Good. Oh, you dress up so well.
- Oh, thanks.

Doesn't he?

Oh, my goodness. Look at you.

- Merry Christmas.
- You look beautiful.

As do you.

Actually, I wanted to talk
to you both about something.

So, Joe told me about the barn
and the tax liability.

Yeah. We're, uh... pretty
heartbroken over that one.

Right.

Um... so I looked into the tax
laws for Northampton County,

and given the history

and the current relevance
to the community,

your barn actually meets
all of the requirements

to be a historic structure here.

What?

- Wait, sorry.
- What are you saying?

That's a good thing, right?

It's good.

It means you qualify for several
tax credits and grants

and the tax liability is lower
than it even was before.

Oh... my!

Plus your barn and Jake's
memory will be preserved

for generations to come.

- That is incredible.
- What, what do we owe you?

Nothing. Nothing, please.

You've both been so kind to me,

um, I'd be honored to file
the paperwork.

- You are an absolute saint.
- Thank you so much.

You're welcome.

You have no idea how much
this means to us.

I gotta go tell Frankie.

I'm so glad you found her.

Look at how happy you made her.

Frankie! Frankie! You're not
going to believe this!

Thank you so much.

It's the least I could do.

I appreciate it.

Alright. Let's say grace.

Dear God, thank you for this

this very special time when
we can all be together.

For our health and for a family
that we know we can rely on.

For our Noah, the beautiful baby
growing inside of me,

who will very soon be
a member of this

this loving community.

Thank you for bringing
Mary Ann to us.

We are so grateful for
everything she's done

for our family.

And thank you for busting
her starter switch

so she and Natalie were forced
to join us

on this very special day.

Thank you for this beautiful
and bountiful feast and,

and most importantly,
for this joyful season,

when we are blessed to celebrate
our Savior and his love for us.

With joy, we pray. Amen.

- Amen.
- Amen.

Alright. Now the turkey.

Joe, would you do the...
the honors?

Excuse me. The honors?

- Yeah. Love to.
- Fantastic.

I've never carved a turkey
before, so

this should be interesting.

Good luck.

I usually, I mean... No, no.

Games! Games! Games!

Chicken!

Snow globe!

Thank you.

Joe! Joe! Joe!

A cat.

I would like Mary Ann
to open this.

Candy cane!

Yes!

Whoa!

You got me.

You have a very special family.

Yeah. They're pretty great,
right?

Oh, hey!

Yeah, these shoes just aren't
made for ice.

Okay, here.

I gotcha.

Thanks.

Hey, um... thanks for inviting
us tonight.

Yeah.

I don't think I have laughed
that hard in a very long time.

You should do it more often
'cause it lights up the room.

You think so?

Oh yeah, big time.

And it makes me feel really good
when you laugh.

- It does?
- Yeah.

Like that, just do that.
Just do that.

Okay.

Maybe, I don't know... maybe you
just bring it out of me.

- Yeah.
- Yeah.

Joe!

Brooke.

Hi.

Hi.

Hi.

Are you serious?

Look, would you just come
in here for a second?

Don't manage me.

Tell me, you got
big Christmas plans?

- Christmas plans?
- Yeah.

You're unbelievable.

Just calm down.

- We broke up, like, a week ago.
- Who is that?

- It's nothing.
- Can you just be quiet?

The baby's trying to sleep.

The baby?!

Yes.

I'm here because it is
Christmas Eve and I miss you.

And I thought you might
miss me too.

But I mean, clearly,
I was wrong.

You look fantastic.
Your house is clean?

And you have a new girlfriend
and a baby. Happy family.

- Okay, just... look, its...
- it's not like that. Okay?

They got stranded in the storm.

I'm not gonna leave a woman
and a baby outside

so I said they could stay here.

Yeah, but you're gonna go
on romantic strolls

on Christmas Eve.

Yeah.

In evening-wear?

Yes. It just felt right.

The baby just fell asleep.

It's like a nice little
evening stroll.

Yeah.

- Okay, look.
- It's not like that, alright?

She's not... we just

she's been around
a couple of days.

She's a stranger, Brooke. Okay?

She's a stranger.

Stranger?

At this point, I've known her
for a few days.

Oh... so, for a stranger
you'll clean your house.

Well, she's not a stranger.

For a stranger you'll put
on a suit.

Yeah.

For a stranger,
oh, you'll what?

Push a stroller.
Change your life.

- Brooke. Listen, listen.
- You are such a wonderful person.

Yes.

You are strong and intelligent
and beautiful.

I'm aware.

Okay, good.

Because I'm telling you,

I'm sorry that I took you
for granted. I really am.

But listen, I am not the right
person for you.

You know what? Thanks for that.

Whatever.

Good luck to this lady.

What's she going to last...
two months?

Help you set a new record?

Don't say that.

Merry Christmas.

- Hey.
- Hey.

Uh... it's complicated.

Are you okay?

Yeah, I'm good.

I'm sorry that you had
to hear that.

- That was embarrassing.
- She's just... ahh! You know?

I barely heard anything.

- Okay, good.
- It's okay.

Um... I was just thinking
that maybe I will

it'll be easier if I just grab
a cab tomorrow

and head back to the city,

and then I can just ship the car
when it's fixed.

Are you sure? I mean, I don't
think you should...

Yeah. Yeah.

- Christmas is coming.
- It's so fun here at Christmas.

We'll go to the church,
the kids sing.

Natalie would love it.

Yeah.

I just feel like I've outstayed
my welcome and I should get home

and stop interfering
with your life.

You're not interfering.

You are not interfering
with my life.

If anything, you have made
my life so much better.

Listen, I...

I'm grateful that you took us
in and, you know,

we were able to help each other
out while I was here.

But I need to go home now.

Don't go.

Good night, Joe.

Good night.

Hi. It's just you and me,
baby girl.

Whoa, whoa, whoa!

You're not leaving, are you?

Because I made...

I made you some Christmas
morning coffee cake.

It's, uh... yeah,
it's time to get home.

But it's Christmas.

Oh, no.

No. You should... you should
stay and celebrate with us.

Especially after everything
you've done for our family.

Right, Joe?

I mean, you could just...
you go back tomorrow.

I'm sorry.

You... you have been
so welcoming.

Your whole family has.

I'm just... ready for some time
alone with Natalie.

Okay.

Joe, do something.

What?

Okay. Well, um... at least
take the cake?

- No, thank you.
- You guys enjoy it.

Right.

Thank you both.

I... I don't know what I
would've done without you.

You know, it's not too late
to change your mind.

You always have a place
with all of us here

and a room at the inn,
barring any natural disaster.

I appreciate it. Thank you.

Merry Christmas, Mary Ann.

Merry Christmas, Frankie.

I'll just take the cake inside.

Yeah. Okay.

Well.

Yeah.

You, um

took a stranger into your home
but you didn't have to.

We'll be forever grateful.

Of course.

Listen, it was a real gift
having both of you here.

So... thank you.

Take care of yourself.

I always do.

You too.

- Hug?
- Yeah.

Yeah.

Hey.

Bye.

How you doing, buddy?

What's that? What you got here?
What's this?

Yeah. I miss her too, buddy.

Just need some gas.

Okay.

Any guidance?

Hi, Mom.

Hi sweetie.

Last chance for a
Christmas visitor.

I don't know.

I know it was hard for you
as a kid, and

that's my fault.

But I don't want you to spend
your whole life

pushing away every person...
who wants to be close to you.

You know, you spend the rest
of your year alone,

maybe make an exception
for Christmas.

You're right, Mom.

It's time to try something
different and...

I would love to spend
Christmas with you.

Is there any way you could come
to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania?

I can send you an address.

It's only an hour and a half
from you.

- Of course.
- But what's in Bethlehem?

I'll explain everything
when you get here. Okay?

I love you.

I love you. See you soon.

Looking for someone?

You wouldn't know him.

Hi.

Hi.

I'm glad you came back.

Me too.

I wasn't ready for you
to leave.

I wasn't either.

There's something here...
with us.

With this community.

Sometimes you're just
supposed to trust.

Yeah.

And have faith.

Oh, she is so perfect.

Hey, slow down,
slow down, slow down.

- There you are.
- Thank you.

- Of course.
- I'm so glad you stayed.

We really, really like having
you and Natalie around.

It's been really nice being
around so many wonderful people.

So, thank you.

And Joe said your mom
is coming?

You know, we finally have rooms
at the inn.

And will she join us
for today's festivities?

I think so, yeah.

Thank you for offering.
You've been so kind.

Of course.

And speaking of today's
festivities, um...

Attention, everyone!

As is tradition, in about
20 minutes we'll be heading

to Grandpa Jake's barn.

So, let's finish our ciders
and snacks and get bundled up.

I... I'm just going to make
one little change.

Oh, I can do it.

No, no, no. I'm good.

- Are you sure?
- Yeah.

Okay.

Thanks, Mom.

Look who I found!

Merry Christmas, sweetie.

- Um... listen.
- Before we start celebrating,

Can I just talk to you
for a moment.

Yes, of course darling.

Just in here,
I'll be right there.

Hi, everybody.

Could you bring Natalie to me
in a moment?

- Yeah.
- Okay.

Okay.

I know it's all a bit strange,

and I'll explain everything,
I promise.

But more importantly, Mom, um...
I wanted to apologize.

I'm sorry for being so distant,
especially lately.

After, uh, my marriage ended...
I felt like a failure.

A failure at... becoming
a mother.

A failure to you and
a failure to myself.

You know, it's just
a lot of pressure.

And I know that you were just
trying to be there for me and...

I pushed you away.

Because I didn't, I didn't know
how to accept the help.

Oh, my goodness.

You know, you make grandmas
very happy.

I'll take her from here.

Oh, please. Oh. There you go.

I just felt like you didn't
need me anymore.

No. Mom.

I don't blame you for anything.
Okay?

Yes, it was hard, for
both of us. I know that.

But what you don't realize

is that you were setting
an example for me.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

Hi, baby. Yeah.

This is Natalie.
Your granddaughter.

Um... I adopted her
a few days ago

on my own with no partner.

I know you might think that,
you know,

maybe I'm ruining my life

because I'm doing this
on my own.

But this is what I want.

- Is that what you think?
- That you ruined my life.

You were the best part of it.

You were worth the hard,
you were worth the struggle.

Although I know you
are perfectly capable,

you are not going to have to do
this on your own.

You shouldn't have to.

I'm realizing that now.

Mom, I still need you. Okay?

Okay.

We both do.

May I hold her?

Of course.

There we go.

Hello Natalie.

I'm your grandma.

I'm her grandma.

She's beautiful, darling.

Thank you.

- Hi.
- Hi.

Mom, this is Joe.

Joe.

Joe's been helping me out.

He's pretty special to me.

Oh, my goodness.

It's a lot for you, I know.

What a merry Christmas.

- Okay, I'm going to, uh...
- I'll meet you in there.

I'll meet you in there. Okay.

As most of you know,
my late husband, Jake,

put this lovely
display together.

He started this collection
15 years ago and he would say

that just like the beautiful
community here in Bethlehem,

every year this collection
would also continue to grow.

So, we have continued on
with our tradition.

Every year we add a new piece.

So, on that note, Frankie,
would you please do the honors?

Of course. Bob, would you?

Yes.

Here we go. And...

Yes! Ta-da!

So this is the moment
that Jake would play his...

Joey.

Well done.

So, this year,
just as Jake predicted,

we have also added more
beautiful souls to our circle.

Hannah.

Thank you.

Our sweet little angel,
Natalie.

And Mary Ann.

Who's done more for this family
than she knows.

And has enabled us to continue
with this tradition.

So I think it's time for our
annual Christmas photo.

Oh, yes.

- Photo? Photo? Bob?
- I got the tripod, yep.

- That would be you, my darling.
- Centre stage.

Oh. Okay.

Do you want me to hold her
for the photo?

- No.
- No?

- No, it's her first Christmas.
- I will hold her. Thank you.

Tell you what.

You can hold her next year.
How about that?

- Next year.
- Mm hmm.

Yeah, I like the sound of that.

Right?

Those words are legally
binding, right?

Well... not legally
binding, no.

We'd have to, uh... we'd have
to seal it somehow.

- Sealed with a kiss.
- Sealed with a kiss.

- Are we ready?
- Here we go countdown.

Ten, nine, eight,
seven, six, five,

four, three, two, one.

Merry Christmas!