0 00:00:05,000 --> 00:00:15,000 1 00:00:02,394 --> 00:00:05,395 (cheerful holiday music) 2 00:00:05,430 --> 00:00:07,563 ♪♪ It's Christmas again 3 00:00:07,598 --> 00:00:09,532 ♪ And everybody's home 4 00:00:09,567 --> 00:00:11,467 ♪♪♪ 5 00:00:11,502 --> 00:00:15,771 ♪ The fire's burning bright Outside the lights are glowing ♪ 6 00:00:15,807 --> 00:00:18,841 ♪♪♪ 7 00:00:18,876 --> 00:00:23,579 ♪ We all gather 'round to celebrate and cheer ♪ 8 00:00:23,614 --> 00:00:28,117 ♪ Let's raise up our glass 9 00:00:28,153 --> 00:00:30,586 ♪ To another year ♪ 10 00:00:33,925 --> 00:00:37,327 - Okay, so flights and hotel? - Booked. And car pick-up, too. 11 00:00:37,362 --> 00:00:40,596 Thank you, Carrie, you're amazing. T-minus 24 hours 12 00:00:40,631 --> 00:00:42,598 until I'm sipping cold Mai Tais on the warm beach. 13 00:00:42,667 --> 00:00:44,667 I still can't believe you do Turks et Caicos 14 00:00:44,702 --> 00:00:46,735 - for Christmas, Amelia. - It's my tradition. 15 00:00:46,771 --> 00:00:48,671 Trust me, once you try it, you'll never go back 16 00:00:48,706 --> 00:00:50,606 to regular Christmas festivities. 17 00:00:50,641 --> 00:00:52,541 Like sipping eggnog by the fire? 18 00:00:52,577 --> 00:00:54,910 Exactly. I'll buy you a ticket! 19 00:00:54,980 --> 00:00:57,280 No, come on, you've been too generous this year. 20 00:00:57,315 --> 00:00:59,248 Besides, I thought you invited Brad? 21 00:00:59,284 --> 00:01:01,150 I did, but Brad's set on spending Christmas 22 00:01:01,186 --> 00:01:03,019 - at his parents'. - I guess some people 23 00:01:03,088 --> 00:01:05,588 like the simple joys of a traditional Christmas. 24 00:01:05,623 --> 00:01:08,824 What is more joyful than sunshine? Anyway... 25 00:01:08,860 --> 00:01:11,094 I invited him to Christmas dinner with my parents tonight. 26 00:01:11,129 --> 00:01:13,162 You're having a Danish smorgasbord 27 00:01:13,198 --> 00:01:16,399 and it's December 18th... It's not really the same thing. 28 00:01:16,434 --> 00:01:18,434 So, you nervous for the big pitch? 29 00:01:18,470 --> 00:01:20,536 Carrie, we designed 30 00:01:20,605 --> 00:01:22,738 their top selling app. Bill Burns needs us, we've got this. 31 00:01:22,773 --> 00:01:24,840 Correction: you designed their top selling app. 32 00:01:24,876 --> 00:01:26,842 - You've got this. - Well, either way, 33 00:01:26,911 --> 00:01:29,612 it's almost time to start shopping on Christmas Assist! 34 00:01:31,549 --> 00:01:34,850 For 3 years, our partnership on Closet Assist 35 00:01:34,886 --> 00:01:36,852 has offered the individual shopper 36 00:01:36,888 --> 00:01:39,955 an unparalleled selection in an over-saturated marketplace. 37 00:01:40,025 --> 00:01:42,892 Now, I'm about to revolutionize the way we do 38 00:01:42,960 --> 00:01:44,560 our holiday shopping in an app. 39 00:01:44,595 --> 00:01:46,996 For those who want to escape the chaos of Christmas, 40 00:01:47,032 --> 00:01:48,731 and get away from it all without all the fuss, 41 00:01:48,799 --> 00:01:51,934 I give you Christmas Assist. 42 00:01:51,969 --> 00:01:55,138 More advanced than a gift registry, our app consolidates 43 00:01:55,173 --> 00:01:57,140 your loved one's shopping wish lists into one place. 44 00:01:57,208 --> 00:02:00,309 All you have to do is click on their online profile like so, 45 00:02:00,345 --> 00:02:03,246 and you can browse, buy it, and deliver it 46 00:02:03,281 --> 00:02:05,348 all in the click of a button. 47 00:02:05,383 --> 00:02:07,517 Interesting idea. 48 00:02:07,585 --> 00:02:09,919 What's even more interesting, Bill, is that we've built in 49 00:02:09,954 --> 00:02:11,954 an algorithm that, based on past purchases, 50 00:02:11,989 --> 00:02:15,024 not only buys the gift, but also sends the card. 51 00:02:15,060 --> 00:02:17,200 Amelia, aren't you concerned it takes 52 00:02:17,323 --> 00:02:19,791 some of the thoughtfulness out of gift-giving? 53 00:02:19,826 --> 00:02:22,093 It also sort of ruins 54 00:02:22,128 --> 00:02:24,462 the element of surprise, don't you think? 55 00:02:24,498 --> 00:02:27,064 Oh! Well... I mean, you could look at it that way, 56 00:02:27,100 --> 00:02:29,834 but there is so much pressure on what to buy these days. 57 00:02:29,870 --> 00:02:32,069 This way, you can rest easy knowing you found 58 00:02:32,105 --> 00:02:34,171 exactly what your loved one wants, 59 00:02:34,207 --> 00:02:36,173 without ever having to be there in person. 60 00:02:39,379 --> 00:02:42,614 Now, you know we're big supporters of Closet Assist, 61 00:02:42,649 --> 00:02:45,149 Amelia, and we were excited to see how this app 62 00:02:45,218 --> 00:02:47,318 could benefit our clientele, 63 00:02:47,353 --> 00:02:50,588 but I'm not sure that Christmas Assist 64 00:02:50,624 --> 00:02:53,090 encompasses the true spirit of Christmas. 65 00:02:53,159 --> 00:02:55,159 It's a no. 66 00:02:55,194 --> 00:02:57,128 I'm sorry. 67 00:02:57,196 --> 00:02:59,797 (sad melody) 68 00:03:02,002 --> 00:03:04,201 What do they mean I don't know Christmas? I was born 69 00:03:04,237 --> 00:03:06,538 in a town called Christmas Creek... you can't get 70 00:03:06,606 --> 00:03:08,940 - more Christmassy than that! - I thought you were 71 00:03:08,975 --> 00:03:11,609 - from San Francisco? - I am. I mean... 72 00:03:11,645 --> 00:03:14,211 I moved to San Francisco when I was 13. So, okay, technically, 73 00:03:14,247 --> 00:03:16,180 I haven't been back to Christmas Creek in a while, 74 00:03:16,215 --> 00:03:19,250 - but I know Christmas. - Yeah, of course! 75 00:03:19,285 --> 00:03:22,186 You're very... festive. 76 00:03:22,221 --> 00:03:24,288 Hmm. 77 00:03:26,426 --> 00:03:28,993 - They're right. - Amelia... 78 00:03:29,029 --> 00:03:31,796 Don't let the investors get you down. They just didn't get it. 79 00:03:31,865 --> 00:03:33,765 But it's my job to make them get it. 80 00:03:33,800 --> 00:03:36,734 - I was certain it would be a yes. - Because you're great 81 00:03:36,770 --> 00:03:39,037 at what you do. If anybody knows apps and what people want, 82 00:03:39,072 --> 00:03:40,972 it's you. (sighs) 83 00:03:41,007 --> 00:03:43,407 Any word from Brad on what time he's coming to dinner? 84 00:03:43,443 --> 00:03:45,209 Yes. He apologizes, but he's going to be late, 85 00:03:45,244 --> 00:03:47,111 but your parents will see you right at 6. 86 00:03:47,146 --> 00:03:49,213 Right. Okay. Well, then I better get cooking. 87 00:03:49,248 --> 00:03:51,515 Carrie? 88 00:03:51,551 --> 00:03:54,318 Thank you for everything. 89 00:03:54,387 --> 00:03:57,321 Oh... and Merry Christmas! 90 00:03:57,356 --> 00:03:59,457 Oh! Now, there's the spirit! 91 00:03:59,492 --> 00:04:01,759 (chuckles) 92 00:04:01,795 --> 00:04:04,696 (upbeat holiday music) 93 00:04:07,433 --> 00:04:09,867 It's only 4 flights of stairs. It's good for the cardio, Dan. 94 00:04:09,903 --> 00:04:12,536 - My cardio is perfectly fine. - Until you find work here, 95 00:04:12,572 --> 00:04:14,271 it's important for your stress level. 96 00:04:14,340 --> 00:04:16,373 I'll tell you what'll help my stress: not talking about it. 97 00:04:16,442 --> 00:04:19,410 - Hello, sweetie. Looks delicious. - Hi, dinner's almost ready. 98 00:04:19,445 --> 00:04:21,980 Hi, honey. Do you want some help with the frikadellers? 99 00:04:22,015 --> 00:04:24,448 I am preparing the smorgasbord this year. You are my guest. 100 00:04:24,484 --> 00:04:26,751 - You do enough for us. Please. - It's okay. Let me help you. 101 00:04:26,786 --> 00:04:28,686 Do you think the reason I can't cook 102 00:04:28,755 --> 00:04:31,122 is because the Danes eat open faced sandwiches for every meal? 103 00:04:31,190 --> 00:04:33,057 - (laughing) - I think the reason 104 00:04:33,126 --> 00:04:34,959 you don't cook, not that you can't, 105 00:04:34,995 --> 00:04:36,928 is because your focus is on your work. 106 00:04:36,963 --> 00:04:39,831 - Is Brad coming? - Later, he's stuck 107 00:04:39,866 --> 00:04:41,966 - at the office. - Oh well... More cheese for me. 108 00:04:42,035 --> 00:04:44,002 Dan, why don't you set the table? 109 00:04:44,037 --> 00:04:46,570 - (chuckles) - What's this? 110 00:04:46,606 --> 00:04:49,473 - Doesn't matter. - We received a letter 111 00:04:49,509 --> 00:04:51,542 from Hughes' Family Inn this morning... 112 00:04:51,577 --> 00:04:53,577 What? From Uncle Harry? How'd he find you in Chicago? 113 00:04:53,613 --> 00:04:55,847 It was forwarded from our San Francisco address. 114 00:04:55,882 --> 00:04:57,682 It was originally mailed back in November. 115 00:04:57,751 --> 00:05:00,284 - Are you going to open it? - Ah, it's probably junk mail. 116 00:05:00,353 --> 00:05:02,219 (jazz music in the background) 117 00:05:02,288 --> 00:05:04,889 - How did your meeting go? - Uh, it was fine. Great. 118 00:05:04,924 --> 00:05:07,491 Actually, not great at all. The investors think 119 00:05:07,527 --> 00:05:10,494 - I don't understand Christmas. - What's to understand? 120 00:05:10,563 --> 00:05:13,031 I'm sorry, honey. I know how hard you worked on that app. 121 00:05:13,066 --> 00:05:16,233 Yeah, I just don't get it. I'm hoping that Turks and Caicos 122 00:05:16,269 --> 00:05:19,570 will reinspire me because right now, I don't know how to fix it. 123 00:05:19,639 --> 00:05:22,206 I'm sure you'll think of something. 124 00:05:22,241 --> 00:05:24,475 You know, you could stay here this year. 125 00:05:24,510 --> 00:05:27,011 Your dad's got some interviews but-- 126 00:05:27,080 --> 00:05:29,547 What, and we could do another smorgasbord? 127 00:05:29,582 --> 00:05:32,516 Mom, you just moved, and we don't ever do a big Christmas 128 00:05:32,585 --> 00:05:34,518 with just the 3 of us anyway, so don't worry. 129 00:05:34,554 --> 00:05:37,188 Just focus on getting settled. ♪♪♪ 130 00:05:39,125 --> 00:05:42,660 Are you gonna open it, Dad, or just keep staring at it? 131 00:05:42,696 --> 00:05:45,063 I am not opening that, or the past. 132 00:05:45,098 --> 00:05:46,998 Maybe Uncle Harry is reaching out? 133 00:05:47,033 --> 00:05:50,034 Well, he never has before, so don't get your hopes up, honey. 134 00:05:50,103 --> 00:05:51,736 It's probably just a general mail-out. 135 00:05:51,771 --> 00:05:53,738 You won't know unless you open it, right? 136 00:05:53,807 --> 00:05:56,507 - Mm-hmm! - Here. OK, I'll do it. 137 00:05:59,045 --> 00:06:00,945 (whimsical melody) 138 00:06:00,980 --> 00:06:03,280 "Experience the magic of the 40th Anniversary 139 00:06:03,316 --> 00:06:06,383 of Fly By Santa by staying at Hughes' Family Inn." 140 00:06:06,452 --> 00:06:09,620 Just a general mail-out. 141 00:06:09,689 --> 00:06:12,790 Well. I guess not much has changed. 142 00:06:18,664 --> 00:06:20,965 - Hello, hello! - Brad, you made it. 143 00:06:21,034 --> 00:06:22,934 Sorry I'm late. Work was crazy. 144 00:06:22,969 --> 00:06:25,402 It's okay. Things were crazy here, too. I haven't even 145 00:06:25,438 --> 00:06:27,905 started packing yet. My parents stuck around 146 00:06:27,941 --> 00:06:30,341 for as many rounds of Smorg as they could, but you missed them. 147 00:06:30,376 --> 00:06:33,745 - Can I make you a sandwich? - I'm okay. Thanks... 148 00:06:33,780 --> 00:06:36,214 Truth is, I've been thinking. 149 00:06:36,282 --> 00:06:39,951 - I think we should talk. - About Christmas. 150 00:06:39,986 --> 00:06:41,986 My parents really want to meet you. 151 00:06:42,021 --> 00:06:43,988 And I would like to meet them, too. 152 00:06:44,057 --> 00:06:45,689 So, why don't you want to spend the holidays with us? 153 00:06:45,725 --> 00:06:47,792 It's not that... 154 00:06:47,827 --> 00:06:50,361 It's such a sweet offer, Brad, 155 00:06:50,396 --> 00:06:52,496 but I'm already booked for Turks and Caicos. 156 00:06:52,531 --> 00:06:55,233 - You can go there any time. - I understand that, 157 00:06:55,268 --> 00:06:57,902 but you know the holidays are stressful for me. 158 00:06:57,937 --> 00:06:59,703 One argument between your dad and uncle years ago 159 00:06:59,773 --> 00:07:01,739 shouldn't ruin all family Christmases. 160 00:07:01,775 --> 00:07:03,540 I just like the peace and quiet of the beach. 161 00:07:03,576 --> 00:07:05,643 I can't just lay on a beach while my family is together 162 00:07:05,678 --> 00:07:07,645 for the holidays. My parents are getting older... 163 00:07:07,713 --> 00:07:09,647 I want to spend more time with them. 164 00:07:09,682 --> 00:07:11,415 - Then I don't know what to say. - You just designed 165 00:07:11,450 --> 00:07:13,384 an entire app around the holidays, and yet 166 00:07:13,419 --> 00:07:15,853 - you want nothing to do with it? - Brad, just... 167 00:07:15,889 --> 00:07:17,621 Please, don't bring my app into this right now. 168 00:07:17,657 --> 00:07:19,523 I just don't do festive family stuff. 169 00:07:19,558 --> 00:07:21,492 I thought you were okay with that. 170 00:07:21,527 --> 00:07:23,895 Not if my girlfriend never wants to celebrate with me. 171 00:07:23,930 --> 00:07:26,497 Amelia, I'm really trying here, but... 172 00:07:26,532 --> 00:07:30,234 But what? (soft music) 173 00:07:30,270 --> 00:07:33,537 For 2 years, it's been this push-pull dance we do. 174 00:07:33,572 --> 00:07:36,808 I try to move things forward, and you keep pulling away. 175 00:07:36,876 --> 00:07:40,144 And I don't want to dance anymore. 176 00:07:42,715 --> 00:07:45,216 I'm sorry, Amelia. 177 00:07:47,353 --> 00:07:51,522 (sad melody) 178 00:07:58,832 --> 00:08:01,732 ♪♪♪ 179 00:08:09,142 --> 00:08:11,108 (sigh) 180 00:08:26,659 --> 00:08:28,592 Oh...! 181 00:08:31,998 --> 00:08:34,498 (hopeful holiday music) 182 00:08:43,843 --> 00:08:47,078 Your flight leaves in an hour; what are you still doing here? 183 00:08:47,113 --> 00:08:49,247 I'm not going. 184 00:08:49,315 --> 00:08:51,448 What? Why? 185 00:08:51,484 --> 00:08:53,417 Because Brad broke up with me last night. 186 00:08:53,452 --> 00:08:55,786 Amelia... 187 00:08:55,821 --> 00:08:57,721 - I'm so sorry. - It's okay... 188 00:08:57,757 --> 00:09:00,824 but suddenly the idea of sipping Mai Tais on the beach by myself 189 00:09:00,860 --> 00:09:05,096 - no longer sounds fun. - So, what're you gonna do? 190 00:09:05,131 --> 00:09:07,198 I'm going back to my roots. 191 00:09:07,233 --> 00:09:09,600 I knew you were a brunette! 192 00:09:09,635 --> 00:09:11,668 I once cut off all my hair after a breakup. 193 00:09:11,704 --> 00:09:15,439 No, I'm... I'm going to Christmas Creek. 194 00:09:15,474 --> 00:09:19,277 - Wait, what is this? - Fly By Santa. 195 00:09:19,312 --> 00:09:22,046 It's a tradition my Uncle Harry started 40 years ago, 196 00:09:22,081 --> 00:09:24,949 collecting toys for needy children in remote areas 197 00:09:24,984 --> 00:09:27,651 and delivering them by plane on Christmas Eve. 198 00:09:27,720 --> 00:09:30,521 This is me. (chuckles) 199 00:09:30,556 --> 00:09:32,890 That's you? You're so cute! 200 00:09:32,926 --> 00:09:36,394 I was Santa's Little Helper. I was his co-pilot when we flew. 201 00:09:36,462 --> 00:09:39,863 Of course you were. But, wait... I thought 202 00:09:39,899 --> 00:09:41,999 you haven't been to Christmas Creek since you were a kid? 203 00:09:42,035 --> 00:09:44,768 I know, but it's only a 3-hour drive from Chicago. 204 00:09:44,804 --> 00:09:46,904 So, if Bill Burns thinks I've forgotten 205 00:09:46,940 --> 00:09:49,340 the spirit of Christmas, maybe Christmas Creek will help. 206 00:09:49,375 --> 00:09:52,176 Alright, I like this idea! 207 00:09:52,211 --> 00:09:54,711 Thank you! 208 00:09:59,385 --> 00:10:01,752 (hopeful melody) 209 00:10:10,529 --> 00:10:13,331 Why are there no street signs?! 210 00:10:13,399 --> 00:10:15,499 (sigh) 211 00:10:31,451 --> 00:10:34,251 (whimsical music) 212 00:10:34,320 --> 00:10:35,953 (long sigh) 213 00:10:37,890 --> 00:10:40,992 - (nervous laugh) - Need a hand, ma'am? 214 00:10:41,027 --> 00:10:43,294 No, I'm good, thanks! 215 00:10:43,329 --> 00:10:45,896 Are you sure? Because you've been driving about 20 miles 216 00:10:45,965 --> 00:10:49,133 - under the speed limit. - Yeah... 217 00:10:49,168 --> 00:10:52,403 I saw the plates. Illinois, huh? You're from out of town? 218 00:10:52,438 --> 00:10:55,373 Yeah, I was trying to read my GPS, 219 00:10:55,408 --> 00:10:57,508 but there are no street signs, so... 220 00:10:57,543 --> 00:10:59,343 That's so you can ask a local for directions. 221 00:10:59,412 --> 00:11:01,312 - Oh... - Where you headed? 222 00:11:01,381 --> 00:11:04,448 I'm looking for Hughes' Family Inn. I thought it was this way. 223 00:11:04,484 --> 00:11:07,718 You're nearly there. Just about half a mile down the road, 224 00:11:07,753 --> 00:11:09,786 - then take a right. - Oh! 225 00:11:09,822 --> 00:11:11,788 But, you know, you shouldn't be 226 00:11:11,824 --> 00:11:13,757 driving these roads without winter tires. 227 00:11:13,792 --> 00:11:15,792 I know, I clearly didn't plan well. 228 00:11:15,828 --> 00:11:19,130 - I wasn't supposed to be here... - Well, don't sound too excited. 229 00:11:19,198 --> 00:11:21,965 - (laughing) - Why don't you follow me? 230 00:11:22,001 --> 00:11:24,968 - Then you get some proper tires. - What are you, the road police? 231 00:11:25,038 --> 00:11:27,438 Actually, I do search and rescue for the area, 232 00:11:27,473 --> 00:11:29,407 and I'd hate to have to pull you out of the ditch. 233 00:11:29,442 --> 00:11:32,543 Right! OK. Well, I appreciate that. 234 00:11:32,578 --> 00:11:35,246 - Follow me, I'll get you there. - Thank you! 235 00:11:35,281 --> 00:11:37,981 Alright, no problem. ♪♪♪ 236 00:11:48,261 --> 00:11:51,128 ♪♪♪ 237 00:12:04,643 --> 00:12:06,610 Hey. What are you doing here? 238 00:12:06,679 --> 00:12:09,246 I was driving around when I found 239 00:12:09,282 --> 00:12:12,216 - this woman looking for the inn. - Uh. 240 00:12:12,251 --> 00:12:14,818 You haven't changed one bit. 241 00:12:16,889 --> 00:12:19,523 Oh. Thanks? 242 00:12:19,559 --> 00:12:23,026 - You got a reservation? - Uh no, not exactly... 243 00:12:23,062 --> 00:12:24,695 Uh... 244 00:12:24,730 --> 00:12:27,931 I'm sorry to tell you this, but we're all booked up. 245 00:12:27,967 --> 00:12:29,600 You might be able to find a room in town. 246 00:12:29,668 --> 00:12:31,935 Uncle Harry, it's me. 247 00:12:35,541 --> 00:12:37,541 Amelia? 248 00:12:37,610 --> 00:12:41,579 - (laughing): Yeah! - Wait, you're Meels?! 249 00:12:41,614 --> 00:12:45,149 Wow! This is... this is a real surprise. 250 00:12:45,184 --> 00:12:47,184 I'll say! (chuckles) 251 00:12:47,220 --> 00:12:49,620 Hum... (stammering) 252 00:12:49,655 --> 00:12:52,723 You remember Mike Ruggles? 253 00:12:52,758 --> 00:12:55,392 - Wait, you're Mike Ruggles? - As far as I know. 254 00:12:55,428 --> 00:12:58,562 So, did you drive in from San Francisco? 255 00:12:58,598 --> 00:13:02,166 Uh, no, I moved to Chicago a few years ago for work 256 00:13:02,201 --> 00:13:04,602 to launch a shopping app called Closet Assist. 257 00:13:04,670 --> 00:13:07,138 Maybe you've heard of it? (smacks lips) 258 00:13:07,173 --> 00:13:11,074 Or not... Anyways, I got the brochure for Fly By Santa 259 00:13:11,110 --> 00:13:15,146 and I figured why not come back for the 40th Anniversary flight? 260 00:13:15,214 --> 00:13:17,914 Oh. Are your mom and dad coming too? 261 00:13:17,950 --> 00:13:20,984 Uh no, it's just me. 262 00:13:21,053 --> 00:13:23,720 It's great! 263 00:13:23,789 --> 00:13:25,456 (laughing) 264 00:13:25,491 --> 00:13:28,759 You have grown, let me tell you! 265 00:13:28,827 --> 00:13:31,128 - It's great to see you. - You, too, Uncle Harry. 266 00:13:31,164 --> 00:13:34,231 You know, I should get going. 267 00:13:34,267 --> 00:13:35,899 Okay. See ya! 268 00:13:35,934 --> 00:13:38,869 Welcome back to Christmas Creek, Meels. 269 00:13:38,904 --> 00:13:42,806 - Enjoy your stay. - Thanks, Ruggles. See you! 270 00:13:42,841 --> 00:13:44,741 See ya. 271 00:13:44,777 --> 00:13:46,710 Well, come on, let's get you inside. 272 00:13:46,745 --> 00:13:48,745 - OK, yeah! - Good to see ya! 273 00:13:48,781 --> 00:13:50,847 - Good to see you too! - Did you see the plane? 274 00:13:50,883 --> 00:13:52,849 Oh, my gosh! It's still there? 275 00:13:54,787 --> 00:13:56,720 Wow, it looks amazing in here, Uncle Harry! 276 00:13:56,755 --> 00:13:58,656 - Did you do all this? - Yeah. 277 00:13:58,691 --> 00:14:01,625 - I fixed it up a little bit. - But it looks so... 278 00:14:01,661 --> 00:14:04,461 so beautiful... and it's so busy! 279 00:14:04,497 --> 00:14:08,031 Well, we've been really lucky. Lots of returning guests. 280 00:14:08,067 --> 00:14:10,167 Harry's being modest, 281 00:14:10,203 --> 00:14:12,336 it's all him. He's the heart and soul of the inn. 282 00:14:12,405 --> 00:14:15,038 Thanks. This is Nathan, he runs our front desk. 283 00:14:15,074 --> 00:14:17,608 - This is my niece-- - Amelia. Nice to meet you. 284 00:14:17,643 --> 00:14:20,678 Niece? You have a niece? 285 00:14:20,713 --> 00:14:22,613 - Welcome to Hughes' Family Inn! - Thank you. 286 00:14:22,648 --> 00:14:25,082 Um, I was hoping that you might have a room available? 287 00:14:25,117 --> 00:14:27,351 Okay! Uh, room... 288 00:14:27,386 --> 00:14:29,786 Uh, this time of year... 289 00:14:29,822 --> 00:14:31,955 - Um... - You know what, don't worry. 290 00:14:32,024 --> 00:14:34,124 - I'm sorry, I should have called. - It's fine, really. 291 00:14:34,159 --> 00:14:36,793 It's fine. It's not a problem at all. You know what? 292 00:14:36,829 --> 00:14:39,463 - You can stay in the cabin. - The cabin? Where I grew up? 293 00:14:39,498 --> 00:14:42,600 - And where I now live. - Right. Of course you do. 294 00:14:42,635 --> 00:14:45,902 We still have your old room. I mean, if you're comfortable. 295 00:14:45,938 --> 00:14:47,938 Yeah, that would be great. 296 00:14:47,973 --> 00:14:50,674 - Thank you! - Then perfect! Problem solved. 297 00:14:50,710 --> 00:14:52,309 OK. Alright. Let's go get your bag. 298 00:14:52,345 --> 00:14:55,078 Great! ♪♪♪ 299 00:14:55,114 --> 00:14:57,548 (grunting) 300 00:14:57,617 --> 00:14:59,983 (happy sigh) 301 00:15:02,722 --> 00:15:05,021 (gasps) 302 00:15:05,057 --> 00:15:07,524 It looks exactly the same! 303 00:15:07,560 --> 00:15:10,127 Yeah, not much has changed since... Well. 304 00:15:10,162 --> 00:15:12,263 You know. 305 00:15:14,199 --> 00:15:17,100 Hey. I remember this. 306 00:15:17,136 --> 00:15:19,069 Oh, I think that was your mother's. 307 00:15:19,104 --> 00:15:20,971 - Yeah. - Yeah. 308 00:15:21,006 --> 00:15:23,907 You don't have a Christmas tree? 309 00:15:23,942 --> 00:15:26,810 Oh well, no. Not yet. 310 00:15:26,845 --> 00:15:30,281 It's always busy, but I'm a little behind this year. 311 00:15:30,349 --> 00:15:33,617 It's a great photo of you... 312 00:15:33,653 --> 00:15:36,687 - (small chuckle) - Have you done much flying? 313 00:15:36,722 --> 00:15:40,157 Hum, no. I mean, regular airlines, yeah, 314 00:15:40,225 --> 00:15:43,026 but I haven't been in the right seat in a long time. 315 00:15:43,061 --> 00:15:45,629 I'm not really sure I'd remember how. 316 00:15:45,665 --> 00:15:48,231 How is Pamela doing? Is she around? 317 00:15:48,267 --> 00:15:51,735 Yes. I mean... she's in town... 318 00:15:51,771 --> 00:15:54,037 but things didn't work out with us. 319 00:15:54,072 --> 00:15:56,173 I'm sorry, Uncle Harry. 320 00:15:56,208 --> 00:16:00,010 I always thought you and Pamela were just the perfect couple. 321 00:16:00,045 --> 00:16:03,113 Yeah. Anyway... 322 00:16:03,148 --> 00:16:05,783 The brochure, how did you get that? 323 00:16:05,851 --> 00:16:08,519 It was mailed to my parents. 324 00:16:08,587 --> 00:16:11,455 But I take it... you didn't send it? 325 00:16:11,524 --> 00:16:13,657 No, I didn't. I would have, 326 00:16:13,693 --> 00:16:15,659 but I wasn't sure if you wanted to come to the Anniversary, 327 00:16:15,728 --> 00:16:19,296 - and I didn't have your address. - It's okay, don't worry. 328 00:16:19,332 --> 00:16:21,131 Your father didn't send you? 329 00:16:21,166 --> 00:16:23,367 No. 330 00:16:23,402 --> 00:16:26,136 He doesn't even know I'm here actually. 331 00:16:26,171 --> 00:16:28,372 I just... I wanted to see you. 332 00:16:28,407 --> 00:16:30,974 Well, I'm glad you came. 333 00:16:31,009 --> 00:16:33,276 - Me, too. - Alright. 334 00:16:33,312 --> 00:16:35,479 Well, I better get back to hanging those lights. 335 00:16:35,514 --> 00:16:38,882 I'll let you settle in. You're probably tired after your drive. 336 00:16:38,917 --> 00:16:41,652 - Right. Yeah, of course. - Your room is upstairs. 337 00:16:41,687 --> 00:16:45,255 - Make yourself at home. - Thanks, Uncle Harry. 338 00:16:45,290 --> 00:16:47,691 OK! (sweet piano melody) 339 00:16:50,629 --> 00:16:53,163 (door opened and closed) 340 00:16:58,504 --> 00:17:01,171 ♪♪♪ 341 00:17:13,085 --> 00:17:15,018 Phew... 342 00:17:28,237 --> 00:17:30,770 Hey, good morning! How did you sleep? 343 00:17:30,805 --> 00:17:32,706 Hey! Uh, good. It's so quiet here, 344 00:17:32,741 --> 00:17:35,007 - I slept really well, actually. - Yeah, good. 345 00:17:35,043 --> 00:17:37,577 Alright. I made you some coffee. I just have some stuff I need 346 00:17:37,613 --> 00:17:39,679 to take care of at the inn, but you can take anything you want 347 00:17:39,715 --> 00:17:41,448 - in the fridge. - Thanks! 348 00:17:41,483 --> 00:17:43,583 - So what are your plans? - I thought I might head 349 00:17:43,619 --> 00:17:46,018 - into town, check things out. - Sounds like fun. 350 00:17:46,054 --> 00:17:49,088 - You wanna do dinner later? - Yeah, that'll work. 351 00:17:49,124 --> 00:17:51,891 Uh, and to get into town, I just hang a left at the road? 352 00:17:51,926 --> 00:17:54,294 - Yeah, that'll get you there. - Cool. 353 00:17:54,329 --> 00:17:56,763 Um... You know what? 354 00:17:56,798 --> 00:17:58,698 Why don't you just take my truck? 355 00:17:58,734 --> 00:18:00,500 It's better for the winter roads. 356 00:18:00,535 --> 00:18:02,535 And the ignition sticks a little bit. 357 00:18:02,571 --> 00:18:04,371 - Thanks! - Okay. 358 00:18:04,406 --> 00:18:07,907 (sweet music) 359 00:18:17,051 --> 00:18:19,152 Phew, alright. 360 00:18:19,220 --> 00:18:22,121 Here we go...! (engine roaring) 361 00:18:25,226 --> 00:18:28,461 ♪♪♪ 362 00:18:37,706 --> 00:18:40,139 It still lives up to the name! 363 00:18:40,175 --> 00:18:42,442 ♪♪♪ 364 00:18:42,477 --> 00:18:45,978 (indistinct conversations) 365 00:18:53,655 --> 00:18:55,888 (bell jingling) 366 00:18:55,924 --> 00:18:58,591 (holiday music in store) 367 00:18:58,627 --> 00:19:01,894 - Can I help you? - I'm just browsing, thanks. 368 00:19:04,132 --> 00:19:06,232 - You work here? - My mom owns it. 369 00:19:06,267 --> 00:19:08,167 She just went to get us some hot chocolate. 370 00:19:08,203 --> 00:19:11,604 I used to come here with my parents when I was your age. 371 00:19:11,640 --> 00:19:14,140 It was always the best spot for Christmas decorations. 372 00:19:14,175 --> 00:19:16,476 Christmas is the most wonderful time of year! 373 00:19:16,511 --> 00:19:18,578 What are you working on? 374 00:19:18,613 --> 00:19:20,547 My school report on Amelia Earhart. 375 00:19:20,582 --> 00:19:23,082 - She's a pilot and my hero. - Really? 376 00:19:23,117 --> 00:19:26,219 - My name is Amelia. - Whoa, you're so lucky! 377 00:19:26,254 --> 00:19:28,655 - I'm Scout. - Hi, Scout. 378 00:19:28,724 --> 00:19:30,990 - You know, my uncle loves to fly. - Mine too! 379 00:19:31,025 --> 00:19:33,493 My uncle was in the Air Force, and my dad's a soldier. 380 00:19:33,528 --> 00:19:36,596 They sound very brave. 381 00:19:36,665 --> 00:19:38,598 I'll just get this card. 382 00:19:43,405 --> 00:19:45,338 Build your own gingerbread house? 383 00:19:45,374 --> 00:19:47,440 It's a tradition in Christmas Creek. 384 00:19:47,476 --> 00:19:49,576 - You should come tomorrow! - Yeah, maybe. 385 00:19:49,644 --> 00:19:52,445 Well, thank you, Scout! Maybe I'll see you later. 386 00:19:52,481 --> 00:19:55,147 Bye, Amelia! 387 00:19:58,953 --> 00:20:01,220 I've made a list of all the guest names 388 00:20:01,289 --> 00:20:03,757 for the Christmas stockings and I was thinking we could use 389 00:20:03,792 --> 00:20:05,692 some extra lights around the fireplace. 390 00:20:05,727 --> 00:20:07,927 - That's a good idea, Nathan. - I'll call Elise 391 00:20:07,962 --> 00:20:09,896 - to put some aside. - Okay, great. 392 00:20:09,931 --> 00:20:12,699 - I never knew you had a niece. - I do... 393 00:20:12,734 --> 00:20:15,067 I do. I haven't seen her in a while. 394 00:20:15,103 --> 00:20:18,137 You know, Amelia was my original co-pilot on Fly By. 395 00:20:18,172 --> 00:20:21,641 That's so sweet! And now she's here. It must be so wonderful. 396 00:20:21,710 --> 00:20:24,811 It is. It really is. 397 00:20:24,846 --> 00:20:29,248 Say, Nathan, you wouldn't have sent a brochure 398 00:20:29,284 --> 00:20:31,117 to my brother, did you? 399 00:20:31,152 --> 00:20:33,486 - Your brother? - Dan Hughes. 400 00:20:33,555 --> 00:20:36,289 I don't think so. I mean... 401 00:20:36,324 --> 00:20:38,658 - maybe? - You did? 402 00:20:38,727 --> 00:20:40,693 Well, I compiled a list of all addresses and past guests 403 00:20:40,729 --> 00:20:43,830 for the past 40 years, for the anniversary of Fly By Santa. 404 00:20:43,865 --> 00:20:45,732 And, uh... I'm sorry, I didn't know there were people 405 00:20:45,767 --> 00:20:48,367 we weren't sending them to. You're very private, Harry. 406 00:20:48,403 --> 00:20:50,637 It's fine. It really is. It's fine. 407 00:20:50,672 --> 00:20:53,339 You were just doing your job. OK. 408 00:21:02,317 --> 00:21:05,418 Amelia? Hi! 409 00:21:05,454 --> 00:21:08,755 I saw you through the window. I heard you were in town. 410 00:21:08,790 --> 00:21:10,824 Pamela! Hi! How did you know...? 411 00:21:10,859 --> 00:21:13,292 Oh, it's a small town. News travels fast. 412 00:21:13,328 --> 00:21:14,928 - Oh... - Actually, 413 00:21:14,963 --> 00:21:17,730 Mike Ruggles was in earlier having his cappuccino, so... 414 00:21:17,799 --> 00:21:20,433 - Oh, Mike... Yeah. - Yeah, Mike. 415 00:21:20,469 --> 00:21:22,401 (laughing) So... 416 00:21:22,437 --> 00:21:24,471 - How are you? - Good! 417 00:21:24,506 --> 00:21:27,039 I'm actually in town for Fly By Santa, for Christmas. 418 00:21:27,075 --> 00:21:29,709 - Are you staying at the inn? - With Uncle Harry at the cabin. 419 00:21:29,778 --> 00:21:32,411 Well, say hi to him for me. 420 00:21:32,447 --> 00:21:34,781 I don't see him around much these days. 421 00:21:34,816 --> 00:21:37,283 Right, yeah. He mentioned that he's pretty busy with things. 422 00:21:37,318 --> 00:21:39,886 Yeah, it's been like that for a while now. 423 00:21:41,990 --> 00:21:45,324 - Anyway, nice to see you. - You, too, Pamela. 424 00:21:45,360 --> 00:21:48,027 - See you soon. - See you soon! 425 00:21:57,672 --> 00:22:00,439 (sigh) (engine not starting) 426 00:22:00,475 --> 00:22:04,544 (cell phone ringing and vibrating) 427 00:22:04,613 --> 00:22:07,614 - Amelia Hughes. - [Hi, honey!] 428 00:22:07,682 --> 00:22:09,983 Mom? Mom! Hi! 429 00:22:10,018 --> 00:22:13,553 - How was your flight? - [My flight? Uh, I didn't go.] 430 00:22:13,588 --> 00:22:15,488 - [What?] - It's fine. 431 00:22:15,524 --> 00:22:17,724 - Something came up. - Is everything okay? 432 00:22:17,759 --> 00:22:19,692 - Where are you? - [Where am I?] 433 00:22:19,728 --> 00:22:21,995 I'm on, uh, a last minute research trip for my app. 434 00:22:22,030 --> 00:22:24,631 [I'm fine, I'm just actually in the middle of something.] 435 00:22:24,699 --> 00:22:27,033 - [Can I call you later?] - Okay, honey. Love you! 436 00:22:27,068 --> 00:22:29,669 - [Good luck.] - OK, love you, too. Bye, Mom. 437 00:22:29,738 --> 00:22:32,104 Thanks. Come on. Come on... 438 00:22:35,343 --> 00:22:38,310 - Hi. Need a hand? - I'm good. 439 00:22:38,346 --> 00:22:43,282 - Are you sure? I don't mind. - No, it's just temperamental. 440 00:22:43,351 --> 00:22:46,753 Yeah, OK, sure. 441 00:22:48,690 --> 00:22:51,758 I didn't realize this constituted Search and Rescue. 442 00:22:51,793 --> 00:22:55,261 Nah, I'm off duty. Just being a good Samaritan. 443 00:22:55,329 --> 00:22:57,430 You having fun yet? 444 00:22:57,465 --> 00:22:59,465 Besides the recurring car trouble, yeah, it's been great. 445 00:22:59,500 --> 00:23:04,136 - Why'd you come back? Really? - It has come to my attention 446 00:23:04,172 --> 00:23:06,405 that I may not appreciate Christmas the way I used to. 447 00:23:06,441 --> 00:23:09,341 So, here I am, appreciating Christmas. 448 00:23:09,377 --> 00:23:11,945 - What is in the box? - Toys 449 00:23:12,013 --> 00:23:14,781 - for the Fly By Santa delivery. - Wait-- You help with Fly By? 450 00:23:14,816 --> 00:23:17,083 Harry's co-pilot for 16 years. 451 00:23:18,887 --> 00:23:21,120 He didn't have anyone else. 452 00:23:21,155 --> 00:23:24,724 Right, of course, that makes sense. 453 00:23:24,759 --> 00:23:27,026 Harry knows you had no choice in leaving. 454 00:23:27,095 --> 00:23:30,029 How about you? 455 00:23:30,065 --> 00:23:33,265 You know, we were kids. 456 00:23:33,301 --> 00:23:36,703 We tried to keep in touch, but that's life. 457 00:23:36,738 --> 00:23:40,106 - Why? - No, that's good. 458 00:23:40,141 --> 00:23:42,374 How's Uncle Harry been? 459 00:23:42,410 --> 00:23:46,412 That's your family's stuff. I probably shouldn't get involved. 460 00:23:46,447 --> 00:23:51,450 - Please, just tell me. - Okay, considering. 461 00:23:51,486 --> 00:23:53,853 - He had to give up a lot. - We all did. 462 00:23:53,888 --> 00:23:55,989 Harry hasn't really had time 463 00:23:56,024 --> 00:23:59,659 - for anything other than work. - Do you mean... Pamela? 464 00:23:59,694 --> 00:24:03,630 Like I said, I probably shouldn't get involved. 465 00:24:03,665 --> 00:24:05,965 (engine starting) 466 00:24:06,001 --> 00:24:08,935 Alright! You just give a little twist 467 00:24:08,970 --> 00:24:11,403 - and a whole lot of love. - Thank you, Mike. 468 00:24:11,439 --> 00:24:14,841 - Well, I'll see you. - Yeah, see you. 469 00:24:29,724 --> 00:24:34,027 Uncle Harry? Are you here? 470 00:25:30,732 --> 00:25:34,334 Thanks for helping out, Scout. We're making great progress. 471 00:25:34,403 --> 00:25:37,870 Think Harry will let me co- pilot for Fly By Santa one day? 472 00:25:37,906 --> 00:25:41,741 It's not an easy job. You really want that responsibility? 473 00:25:41,776 --> 00:25:44,610 - I wanna be like you. - That's very sweet. 474 00:25:46,581 --> 00:25:49,215 There are lots of girls who are pilots, you know. 475 00:25:49,251 --> 00:25:51,784 I know. And you would make a great pilot. 476 00:25:51,819 --> 00:25:55,488 You think Dad will be back in time for Christmas? 477 00:25:55,524 --> 00:25:58,058 I don't know. 478 00:25:58,093 --> 00:26:00,326 He's really busy keeping this country safe. 479 00:26:00,362 --> 00:26:03,796 But he'd do anything to be here with you. In the meantime, 480 00:26:03,831 --> 00:26:07,534 you got me. I know I'm not your dad, 481 00:26:07,569 --> 00:26:09,802 - but I'm your number one uncle. - You're my only uncle. 482 00:26:09,837 --> 00:26:12,572 And I also love ya to pieces, so that counts for something. 483 00:26:36,364 --> 00:26:39,899 Master off, avionics off, autopilot off, 484 00:26:39,934 --> 00:26:42,335 carb heat off, 485 00:26:42,370 --> 00:26:44,637 mixture full rich, 486 00:26:44,672 --> 00:26:46,506 prop full fine... 487 00:26:50,145 --> 00:26:52,178 Thought you couldn't remember? 488 00:26:52,214 --> 00:26:55,115 I was just playing around... sorry. 489 00:26:55,150 --> 00:26:59,252 I watched you come down here from my office. 490 00:27:01,189 --> 00:27:04,857 - Do you wanna come up? - Yeah. 491 00:27:04,892 --> 00:27:07,327 Okay, master off, 492 00:27:07,362 --> 00:27:09,562 - avionics off, autopilot off... - Mixture 493 00:27:09,598 --> 00:27:13,366 - full rich, prop full fine... - See? You remember. 494 00:27:13,435 --> 00:27:15,635 Yeah, I guess some things stay with you. 495 00:27:15,703 --> 00:27:18,871 I saw Pamela in town today. 496 00:27:18,940 --> 00:27:22,041 - She says hi. - Oh, good. How is she doing? 497 00:27:22,076 --> 00:27:24,511 Good. 498 00:27:24,546 --> 00:27:26,879 When did you two break up? 499 00:27:26,914 --> 00:27:30,350 A long time ago. 500 00:27:30,385 --> 00:27:33,186 Because we left? 501 00:27:33,221 --> 00:27:36,922 She tried to stay... 502 00:27:36,958 --> 00:27:38,858 You don't have to tell me. 503 00:27:38,893 --> 00:27:41,161 It's okay. It's okay. 504 00:27:41,196 --> 00:27:45,598 It was the summer after everybody... left. 505 00:27:45,667 --> 00:27:47,800 It was her birthday, 506 00:27:47,835 --> 00:27:49,902 we had plans, 507 00:27:49,937 --> 00:27:52,138 but there was an emergency 508 00:27:52,174 --> 00:27:55,175 at the inn, so... 509 00:27:55,210 --> 00:27:57,977 I tried to make it up to her, but, uh... 510 00:27:58,012 --> 00:28:00,647 it had happened before. 511 00:28:00,682 --> 00:28:03,650 No, she did the right thing. 512 00:28:03,685 --> 00:28:07,420 Pamela deserves somebody who'll make time for her. 513 00:28:09,357 --> 00:28:13,226 You know, I saw that same regret in Pamela's eyes today. 514 00:28:16,164 --> 00:28:18,064 What about you? 515 00:28:18,099 --> 00:28:21,167 - Anybody special in your life? - Not anymore. 516 00:28:21,203 --> 00:28:24,003 - Did you love the guy? - I don't know. 517 00:28:24,072 --> 00:28:27,307 His name was Brad. He wanted me to spend Christmas 518 00:28:27,342 --> 00:28:31,444 at his parents' and I didn't, 519 00:28:31,513 --> 00:28:34,980 so he broke up with me. And now I'm here and I feel really bad. 520 00:28:35,016 --> 00:28:37,617 You know, if he was the right one, you'd probably be with him. 521 00:28:37,686 --> 00:28:41,987 Would I? I don't really do big family Christmases, Uncle Harry. 522 00:28:42,056 --> 00:28:45,825 And yet, you're here. (laughing) 523 00:28:45,860 --> 00:28:49,395 - You hungry? - For dinner? Yeah. 524 00:28:49,431 --> 00:28:53,766 I was thinking, get some take-out? 525 00:28:55,270 --> 00:28:58,204 OFF, OFF, OFF, ON... 526 00:28:58,273 --> 00:29:00,940 Prop full fine, throttle slightly cracked... 527 00:29:01,008 --> 00:29:03,876 Starter engaged. 528 00:29:05,913 --> 00:29:07,847 Let's go. 529 00:29:17,325 --> 00:29:20,360 Here we go. 530 00:29:20,395 --> 00:29:22,828 (laughing) 531 00:29:22,897 --> 00:29:25,498 Pretty great, isn't it? 532 00:29:25,533 --> 00:29:28,134 - It's amazing. - Yeah, 533 00:29:28,169 --> 00:29:32,204 there really isn't anything like this. 534 00:29:32,240 --> 00:29:34,440 Gives you a new perspective. 535 00:29:34,476 --> 00:29:36,509 Like how small and insignificant we are 536 00:29:36,544 --> 00:29:38,711 - in the grand scheme of things? - Or infinite. 537 00:29:38,780 --> 00:29:41,514 It's freedom up here. 538 00:29:41,549 --> 00:29:43,816 I tend to see things differently 539 00:29:43,851 --> 00:29:46,586 from a bird's point of view. 540 00:30:05,873 --> 00:30:09,008 - Hey, let me help you. - Hey! 541 00:30:09,076 --> 00:30:12,378 Sure. I try to do it in one trip. 542 00:30:12,414 --> 00:30:15,114 - Most of the time I can. - I remember that, yeah. 543 00:30:15,149 --> 00:30:18,851 - I can help you with this. - Oh no, I'm okay. 544 00:30:18,886 --> 00:30:23,055 - Okay. - Yeah, just put it down there. 545 00:30:23,090 --> 00:30:25,425 Oof! 546 00:30:25,460 --> 00:30:29,329 - So I ran into Amelia. - Yeah, she mentioned that. 547 00:30:29,364 --> 00:30:34,066 Wow. It must be so strange, good, having her here. 548 00:30:34,101 --> 00:30:36,769 Well, I took her flying yesterday. 549 00:30:36,805 --> 00:30:39,138 - Wow, I bet she loved that. - Yeah, it was nice. 550 00:30:39,207 --> 00:30:41,708 Hey, Harry! Your Christmas mocha. 551 00:30:41,743 --> 00:30:46,278 - Coffee from my competitor? - Well, you weren't open, 552 00:30:46,348 --> 00:30:49,782 and Phil makes a mean Christmas mocha. Thanks. 553 00:30:49,818 --> 00:30:51,884 - Merry Christmas, Phil. - Merry Christmas, Pam. 554 00:30:51,919 --> 00:30:55,154 - I was just joking! - Yeah. 555 00:30:56,825 --> 00:31:00,827 Um, so Pam, I was... I was thinking-- 556 00:31:00,862 --> 00:31:03,763 Oh my gosh! I have biscotti in the oven! I nearly forgot. 557 00:31:03,832 --> 00:31:06,999 - Anyway, you were gonna say-- - No, it's not important. 558 00:31:07,068 --> 00:31:09,902 - No, what were you-- - No, you better check on that, 559 00:31:09,937 --> 00:31:12,304 - 'cause burnt biscotti... - That's true. 560 00:31:12,340 --> 00:31:14,707 Okay, well, 561 00:31:14,743 --> 00:31:17,176 nice to see you. 562 00:31:17,211 --> 00:31:20,413 Good to see you. Always. And... 563 00:31:20,448 --> 00:31:23,616 - you were always very clever. - Oh... 564 00:31:37,632 --> 00:31:39,699 Amelia, 565 00:31:39,734 --> 00:31:43,202 - you made it! - Scout, hey! 566 00:31:43,237 --> 00:31:45,705 - You should join us. - Oh, that's so nice, 567 00:31:45,740 --> 00:31:48,408 - but I wouldn't want to intrude. - It's not an intrusion. 568 00:31:48,443 --> 00:31:51,511 - Mike, hi! - Hey. 569 00:31:51,546 --> 00:31:53,479 You know Uncle Mike? 570 00:31:53,515 --> 00:31:55,948 Amelia and I used to go to school together way back. 571 00:31:56,017 --> 00:31:58,217 We actually used to be best friends. 572 00:31:58,286 --> 00:32:02,688 So, you'll join us? It's the first stage of building 573 00:32:02,724 --> 00:32:05,257 and the official judging is at the Tree Lighting. 574 00:32:05,293 --> 00:32:08,994 - Uh... yeah, sure, okay. - Yeah? Alright. 575 00:32:09,030 --> 00:32:11,263 You guys get started. I'll go get pretzels and jellybeans. 576 00:32:11,299 --> 00:32:13,833 Okay, you do that. 577 00:32:13,868 --> 00:32:16,836 So, you're an uncle? 578 00:32:16,871 --> 00:32:19,605 - You seem surprised. - No, it's great. 579 00:32:19,674 --> 00:32:23,476 It's actually the best. I'd do anything for Scout and my sis. 580 00:32:23,511 --> 00:32:26,011 Wait, so the gift shop is Elise's? 581 00:32:26,047 --> 00:32:28,080 Yeah, she took it over about a year ago. 582 00:32:28,115 --> 00:32:30,282 - Amazing. Tell her I said hi. - I will. 583 00:32:30,318 --> 00:32:33,986 - You have any kids of your own? - Uh... 584 00:32:34,021 --> 00:32:36,722 No, not yet. 585 00:32:36,758 --> 00:32:40,893 I just haven't found the right person, you know? How 'bout you? 586 00:32:40,929 --> 00:32:43,228 Me? Ha, no. 587 00:32:43,264 --> 00:32:46,566 I mean, someday I hope. But work's been really busy, 588 00:32:46,601 --> 00:32:50,169 and I just got out of a relationship, so... 589 00:32:50,204 --> 00:32:53,906 Yeah, just... it wasn't right. We wanted different things. 590 00:32:53,942 --> 00:32:56,642 I was actually supposed to be in Turks and Caicos for Christmas. 591 00:32:56,678 --> 00:32:59,445 - But you're here. - It's a little strange, I know. 592 00:32:59,481 --> 00:33:02,615 I don't think it's strange. 593 00:33:02,650 --> 00:33:04,984 Someone over there has a reindeer stables. 594 00:33:05,052 --> 00:33:08,120 We have to get really creative if we want to win. 595 00:33:08,155 --> 00:33:10,990 Yeah, well, we better get building now! What do you think? 596 00:33:11,025 --> 00:33:14,426 - Yeah? Okay. - Let's do it. 597 00:33:25,601 --> 00:33:29,102 - Hey, Mom! - What is that? 598 00:33:29,138 --> 00:33:32,506 Only the coolest gingerbread house around. 599 00:33:32,542 --> 00:33:34,775 And the snowmen are mine. 600 00:33:34,811 --> 00:33:37,445 It's not finished yet, but hopefully it's enough to win. 601 00:33:37,480 --> 00:33:42,015 - I'll be rooting for you two. - Three. Amelia's helping us. 602 00:33:42,051 --> 00:33:44,985 You know Uncle Mike has a friend named after Amelia Earhart? 603 00:33:45,020 --> 00:33:47,421 Are we talking about Amelia Hughes? 604 00:33:49,124 --> 00:33:52,059 No big deal. Amelia's in town visiting Harry for Christmas. 605 00:33:52,094 --> 00:33:54,094 No big deal? She was your best friend 606 00:33:54,129 --> 00:33:56,497 for most of childhood. He was pretty obsessed with her. 607 00:33:56,532 --> 00:34:00,434 OK, I was not obsessed. It was just a minor crush. 608 00:34:00,470 --> 00:34:04,638 - How is she? What's she like? - Beautiful and really cool. 609 00:34:04,674 --> 00:34:07,174 She's fine. Normal. 610 00:34:07,209 --> 00:34:10,745 - And she says hi. - Fine? Normal? 611 00:34:10,780 --> 00:34:12,913 I think we're really gonna have to work on your flirting. 612 00:34:12,948 --> 00:34:15,516 Okay, it's not like that. She's just a friend. 613 00:34:15,551 --> 00:34:18,719 - Always been just a friend. - Then maybe you won't mind 614 00:34:18,755 --> 00:34:21,489 dropping this box off to Harry at the inn? 615 00:34:21,524 --> 00:34:24,458 What am I, your delivery boy now? 616 00:34:24,527 --> 00:34:27,661 - I prefer Santa's Helper. - Oh, okay. 617 00:34:27,697 --> 00:34:30,664 (festive music) 618 00:34:35,938 --> 00:34:38,639 - What are you doing? - Oh, hey. 619 00:34:38,674 --> 00:34:41,575 Just hanging Christmas stockings for the guests and the staff. 620 00:34:41,611 --> 00:34:44,378 It gives them something to open Christmas morning. 621 00:34:44,447 --> 00:34:48,449 That's thoughtful... and a lot of work. You do it every year? 622 00:34:48,484 --> 00:34:50,818 Well, it's become a bit of a tradition. 623 00:34:50,853 --> 00:34:53,554 Can you give me that one? We have so many return guests, 624 00:34:53,589 --> 00:34:57,458 we like to personalize it. They have sort of become like family. 625 00:34:57,493 --> 00:35:00,093 It's thoughtful with the element of surprise. 626 00:35:00,162 --> 00:35:03,597 - Sorry? - My investors would love this. 627 00:35:03,633 --> 00:35:05,699 They said Christmas Assist took the thoughtfulness 628 00:35:05,735 --> 00:35:08,168 out of gift giving, so... they passed. 629 00:35:08,203 --> 00:35:11,772 Well, sometimes things don't work out the way we planned, 630 00:35:11,841 --> 00:35:14,842 but it leaves space for something better. 631 00:35:14,911 --> 00:35:17,745 Are you saying I should go into the stocking business? 632 00:35:17,780 --> 00:35:20,581 Oh yes, I think it'd be very lucrative. Difficult to produce 633 00:35:20,616 --> 00:35:23,484 - for millions, though. - That's why you need an app. 634 00:35:23,519 --> 00:35:26,320 You know, you're hanging stockings, 635 00:35:26,355 --> 00:35:28,288 but the cabin still doesn't have a Christmas tree. 636 00:35:28,357 --> 00:35:32,426 Ah, I was hoping that you would help me with that. Oh-- 637 00:35:32,462 --> 00:35:36,464 - Santa's delivery service. - Mike! 638 00:35:36,499 --> 00:35:39,600 Elise wanted me to bring this by. Some lights and decorations 639 00:35:39,635 --> 00:35:42,169 from her gift shop that you put aside. 640 00:35:42,204 --> 00:35:45,305 Then I thought... a little Christmas 641 00:35:45,374 --> 00:35:48,308 - for your room. - It's so cute! Thank you. 642 00:35:48,344 --> 00:35:50,611 Mike, what do you think about helping Amelia find a tree? 643 00:35:50,646 --> 00:35:52,446 You're not coming with me? 644 00:35:52,515 --> 00:35:55,015 I'd love to, but I got too much to do around here. 645 00:35:55,050 --> 00:35:58,018 Sure, I'd love to help out. 646 00:35:58,053 --> 00:36:01,822 Great. Come on, get going! Get going! 647 00:36:01,858 --> 00:36:04,992 (festive music) 648 00:36:10,666 --> 00:36:13,601 Ahh! Well? 649 00:36:13,636 --> 00:36:16,737 Let's do this, huh? (laughing) 650 00:36:16,806 --> 00:36:20,941 - Oh, I remember this smell. - Yeah, fresh pine trees. 651 00:36:20,977 --> 00:36:24,144 There's something special about tree hunting. 652 00:36:24,179 --> 00:36:26,547 No offense, but being an outdoorsy Search and Rescue guy, 653 00:36:26,582 --> 00:36:28,582 I would've thought you cut down your own tree. 654 00:36:28,651 --> 00:36:30,985 I would, I just wanna, you know, 655 00:36:31,020 --> 00:36:34,855 - support local businesses. - Ha! Right, that must be it. 656 00:36:34,891 --> 00:36:38,959 Hey, don't forget, I'm here helping you. 657 00:36:38,995 --> 00:36:41,629 Do you remember when we were kids and we used to pick trees? 658 00:36:41,664 --> 00:36:43,564 You always went for the skinniest one. 659 00:36:43,599 --> 00:36:45,533 They were the runts of the tree lot. 660 00:36:45,568 --> 00:36:47,668 I was just trying to give them a chance at a happy Christmas. 661 00:36:47,703 --> 00:36:52,006 - I'm sure they were grateful. - There it is! 662 00:36:52,041 --> 00:36:56,209 Okay, I can't take that twig back to the cabin, okay? 663 00:36:56,245 --> 00:36:58,178 Sorry. 664 00:36:58,213 --> 00:37:01,682 Oh, you see that? Now that is a tree. 665 00:37:01,717 --> 00:37:04,451 Um, no, we'll never be able to carry that. 666 00:37:04,486 --> 00:37:07,254 Yeah, we can. Come on, 667 00:37:07,289 --> 00:37:09,790 I've got faith in us. 668 00:37:09,825 --> 00:37:13,594 Well, I am glad one of us does. 669 00:37:13,629 --> 00:37:18,231 - Well, shall we? - Okay. 670 00:37:18,267 --> 00:37:21,869 I can't believe you still have 671 00:37:21,904 --> 00:37:24,104 these decorations. I made this macaroni angel 672 00:37:24,139 --> 00:37:27,007 in second grade. 673 00:37:27,043 --> 00:37:31,211 - You loved Christmas Angels. - You remember that? 674 00:37:31,246 --> 00:37:33,480 - Yeah, of course. - Maybe it's time for an update. 675 00:37:33,515 --> 00:37:35,415 No, it is perfect. 676 00:37:35,451 --> 00:37:37,517 Okay, well, what do we think? How does it look? 677 00:37:37,553 --> 00:37:40,020 - It's beautiful. - It's fantastic. 678 00:37:40,089 --> 00:37:42,923 Yeah. Thanks, guys, for getting this great tree. 679 00:37:42,959 --> 00:37:45,292 - (phone buzzing) - Oh, sorry. 680 00:37:45,327 --> 00:37:48,929 One second. Hey, Carrie, what's going on? 681 00:37:48,965 --> 00:37:52,299 [Hey! Just wanted to see how it's going. Any inspiration?] 682 00:37:52,334 --> 00:37:56,303 - Oh, yeah, maybe a little. Why? - [Just wondering,] 683 00:37:56,338 --> 00:37:59,206 [do you want me to put together a list of other investors,] 684 00:37:59,241 --> 00:38:02,242 - [or go back to Bill Burns?] - It's four days till Christmas. 685 00:38:02,311 --> 00:38:04,645 Aren't you with your family? We can worry about it all later. 686 00:38:04,680 --> 00:38:07,681 [What have you done with my boss?] 687 00:38:07,717 --> 00:38:11,051 - [Merry Christmas, Amelia.] - You too, Carrie. 688 00:38:11,087 --> 00:38:14,387 - [Bye.] - Bye. 689 00:38:14,456 --> 00:38:17,091 Thanks so much for helping me out, both of you. 690 00:38:17,126 --> 00:38:20,227 - Of course, Harry. - You guys hungry? 691 00:38:20,295 --> 00:38:22,329 What do you say to some dinner, huh? On me. 692 00:38:22,397 --> 00:38:26,500 - Yeah, that'd be great. - How about Italian? 693 00:38:28,437 --> 00:38:31,005 I think people are surprised to see you out at night. 694 00:38:31,040 --> 00:38:32,873 I go out. 695 00:38:34,443 --> 00:38:36,977 Sometimes. (laughing) 696 00:38:37,013 --> 00:38:40,413 - Hi. - Twice in one day! 697 00:38:40,449 --> 00:38:43,216 Aren't I lucky? 698 00:38:43,285 --> 00:38:44,652 Hi, guys! 699 00:38:44,687 --> 00:38:46,286 - Hi. - Hi, Pam. 700 00:38:46,321 --> 00:38:49,189 - Looks really great. - Oh, thanks. 701 00:38:49,224 --> 00:38:53,493 Our special today is garlic prawn Fettuccini Alfredo. 702 00:38:53,529 --> 00:38:55,428 House made, of course. 703 00:38:55,464 --> 00:38:58,298 - Hard to resist. - That sounds so good. 704 00:38:58,367 --> 00:39:01,501 Anyway, I'll let you have a few minutes 705 00:39:01,537 --> 00:39:06,073 - to decide. - The last time I was here 706 00:39:06,142 --> 00:39:09,109 was when Dad took us out and he let me order whatever I wanted. 707 00:39:09,145 --> 00:39:11,344 That's because he already knew that he was leaving. 708 00:39:11,380 --> 00:39:13,580 I knew something was up when he was so insistent 709 00:39:13,615 --> 00:39:16,850 - on paying for dinner. - Good evening, everyone. 710 00:39:16,886 --> 00:39:19,019 Thank you for sharing the most wonderful time of the year 711 00:39:19,055 --> 00:39:22,289 here with us here at Mistletoe. It's nice to see familiar faces. 712 00:39:22,357 --> 00:39:25,092 This first one goes out to an old friend. 713 00:39:25,127 --> 00:39:29,897 It was always her favorite. Welcome home, Amelia. 714 00:39:29,965 --> 00:39:33,200 (playing Deck the Halls) 715 00:39:43,612 --> 00:39:47,480 - Oof! Harry left in a flash. - He got a call from the inn. 716 00:39:47,516 --> 00:39:50,684 But honestly, I think he might've been overwhelmed. 717 00:39:50,720 --> 00:39:53,320 (chuckling) 718 00:39:53,355 --> 00:39:57,390 You know, I forgot Pamela sings. 719 00:39:57,426 --> 00:40:01,494 You remember when Harry used to take us to a restaurant 720 00:40:01,563 --> 00:40:04,497 and he and Pamela would sing together at the piano? 721 00:40:04,533 --> 00:40:07,735 Yeah. There's still something between them. I can tell. 722 00:40:07,770 --> 00:40:10,204 Yeah. All this time and... 723 00:40:10,239 --> 00:40:12,405 not much has changed, 724 00:40:12,441 --> 00:40:14,341 yet everything has. 725 00:40:14,376 --> 00:40:16,676 It's strange to think how one moment in time can change 726 00:40:16,712 --> 00:40:18,979 - everything for someone. - Yeah. 727 00:40:19,048 --> 00:40:21,381 - Why didn't you ever leave? - Christmas Creek? 728 00:40:21,416 --> 00:40:25,719 I did. I went to flight school. I was in the air force 729 00:40:25,755 --> 00:40:28,055 - for five years as a pilot. - You kidding? That's amazing. 730 00:40:28,124 --> 00:40:32,392 My dad got sick, and I wanted to be here in his final days 731 00:40:32,427 --> 00:40:34,862 so I moved home. 732 00:40:34,930 --> 00:40:38,065 - I had no idea. I'm so sorry. - It's okay. 733 00:40:38,100 --> 00:40:42,169 Harry became the closest thing I had to family besides my sister. 734 00:40:42,238 --> 00:40:44,772 Elise had Scout, 735 00:40:44,807 --> 00:40:47,407 and Will, her husband, was away often, 736 00:40:47,442 --> 00:40:51,411 - so I couldn't leave. - Yeah. 737 00:40:51,480 --> 00:40:54,248 You know, this town 738 00:40:54,283 --> 00:40:58,385 has shown me family in ways I could never give back. 739 00:40:58,420 --> 00:41:01,121 But I try nonetheless. 740 00:41:06,061 --> 00:41:09,196 I forgot how many stars there were in the sky. 741 00:41:09,231 --> 00:41:12,032 The benefit of a small town. Not many lights. 742 00:41:12,067 --> 00:41:14,201 Yeah. 743 00:41:14,236 --> 00:41:18,371 - You haven't left the city? - Not much. 744 00:41:18,407 --> 00:41:21,474 C'mon, I wanna show you something. 745 00:41:23,412 --> 00:41:26,413 How did you remember the inn has a telescope? 746 00:41:26,481 --> 00:41:29,116 Oh, Harry lets me borrow it whenever I want. 747 00:41:29,151 --> 00:41:31,518 I say it's for Scout, but... it's really for me. 748 00:41:31,553 --> 00:41:33,687 (laughing) 749 00:41:33,755 --> 00:41:36,190 Being near the stars was the reason I was drawn to flying, 750 00:41:36,225 --> 00:41:38,491 and flying led me to Search and Rescue. 751 00:41:38,527 --> 00:41:42,262 I don't know how you do that. You don't find it scary? 752 00:41:42,298 --> 00:41:45,332 No. Not really. What scares me most 753 00:41:45,367 --> 00:41:47,734 is all the people I can't help. 754 00:41:47,769 --> 00:41:50,704 You're a good person, Mike. 755 00:41:50,772 --> 00:41:53,473 Thanks, Meels. So are you. 756 00:41:53,542 --> 00:41:56,776 I used to think I was. I had dreams of growing up 757 00:41:56,812 --> 00:41:59,679 and doing something remarkable, you know? 758 00:41:59,715 --> 00:42:03,283 - Is that what drew you to apps? - I grew up near the tech world. 759 00:42:03,319 --> 00:42:05,285 I wanted to be an entrepreneur 760 00:42:05,354 --> 00:42:07,487 and creating an app just seemed like the smart thing to do. 761 00:42:07,522 --> 00:42:10,958 The world is becoming more reliant on their devices, 762 00:42:11,026 --> 00:42:14,294 so I just wanted to bring more convenience into their lives. 763 00:42:14,330 --> 00:42:18,465 - Sounds honorable. - Is it? I mean, look at you. 764 00:42:18,500 --> 00:42:21,301 You help the people of this town and kids in need. 765 00:42:21,337 --> 00:42:25,072 You're a hero. I help people buy things. 766 00:42:25,140 --> 00:42:28,208 I'm just a guy, Meels. 767 00:42:28,244 --> 00:42:31,044 The same guy you knew growing up. 768 00:42:31,113 --> 00:42:33,113 And you... 769 00:42:33,148 --> 00:42:35,815 are still the same girl I knew. 770 00:42:35,851 --> 00:42:39,486 I don't think that's true. That girl had wide eyes 771 00:42:39,554 --> 00:42:43,423 and a sense of wonder. I don't think I have that anymore. 772 00:42:43,458 --> 00:42:45,558 Yeah, you do. 773 00:42:45,594 --> 00:42:48,495 You know why I know? 774 00:42:48,530 --> 00:42:51,564 Because... take a look. 775 00:42:55,971 --> 00:42:59,973 - Oh, wow... - Isn't it something? 776 00:43:00,009 --> 00:43:03,610 I think that's the Pleiades. 777 00:43:03,678 --> 00:43:06,346 Oh my God... 778 00:43:06,382 --> 00:43:09,082 Hey! (laughing) 779 00:43:09,118 --> 00:43:13,086 - Oh, you are going down, Ruggles! - Whoa! 780 00:43:13,122 --> 00:43:16,390 Ah, it's cold! (laughing) 781 00:43:19,929 --> 00:43:23,496 You know what, Mike? I missed this. 782 00:43:25,434 --> 00:43:28,701 I missed it, too. 783 00:43:28,737 --> 00:43:32,639 (laughing) 784 00:43:50,775 --> 00:43:53,408 I love that photo. 785 00:43:53,444 --> 00:43:56,311 Yeah. Yeah. 786 00:43:56,347 --> 00:43:58,681 - Have a good time with Mike? - Yeah, 787 00:43:58,716 --> 00:44:01,150 we looked at the stars and then had a snowball fight. 788 00:44:01,185 --> 00:44:03,418 Gingerbread cookies! Do you mind? 789 00:44:03,454 --> 00:44:05,587 Help yourself. 790 00:44:07,525 --> 00:44:10,993 You know, I forgot Grandpa used to fly. 791 00:44:11,029 --> 00:44:13,796 Yeah, Dad would bring us up on weekends. I was so surprised 792 00:44:13,831 --> 00:44:18,034 that Dan didn't take to it. I suppose his head 793 00:44:18,069 --> 00:44:21,203 was always in the books and my head was always in the clouds. 794 00:44:21,238 --> 00:44:23,572 - What do you mean? - Oh, well, 795 00:44:23,641 --> 00:44:27,409 he was a natural for business. 796 00:44:27,444 --> 00:44:30,680 He used to get on my case about taking things more seriously, 797 00:44:30,715 --> 00:44:33,282 but I was always greeting the guests 798 00:44:33,350 --> 00:44:36,686 and being a showman. A regular Santa Claus. 799 00:44:36,754 --> 00:44:39,689 Yeah, but that's who you are. 800 00:44:39,724 --> 00:44:41,791 It's who you've always been. 801 00:44:41,826 --> 00:44:44,526 - And you're good at it. - It's no way to run an inn, 802 00:44:44,562 --> 00:44:47,697 and I had to learn the hard way. 803 00:44:47,732 --> 00:44:51,333 - That's when my life changed. - But now the inn is successful, 804 00:44:51,368 --> 00:44:54,737 and you've done it by yourself. I think Dad would be proud. 805 00:44:54,772 --> 00:44:57,539 Why don't you reach out? 806 00:44:57,575 --> 00:45:00,843 Danny and me-- so much has been said 807 00:45:00,912 --> 00:45:03,512 - that can't be unsaid, you know? - I don't know. 808 00:45:03,547 --> 00:45:07,750 Honestly, I don't even know how it happened between you and Dad 809 00:45:07,785 --> 00:45:11,153 and why we had to leave so suddenly on Christmas Eve. 810 00:45:11,189 --> 00:45:14,056 Okay, so... when Danny got the offer 811 00:45:14,092 --> 00:45:17,126 to work at Baroncrest Hotels 812 00:45:17,161 --> 00:45:20,429 and he said he was leaving, 813 00:45:20,497 --> 00:45:23,933 I was just so... 814 00:45:23,968 --> 00:45:25,968 angry. 815 00:45:26,003 --> 00:45:30,472 It was right before Fly By, and I was just so hurt. 816 00:45:30,507 --> 00:45:33,242 And I said to him: "Well, if you're leaving, 817 00:45:33,310 --> 00:45:36,712 - you might as well leave now." - I see. 818 00:45:36,748 --> 00:45:40,349 I know I haven't always dealt with things in the best way. 819 00:45:40,384 --> 00:45:44,419 I've said a lot of things I'm not proud of, and... 820 00:45:44,488 --> 00:45:48,390 I'm so sorry that I never reached out to you guys 821 00:45:48,425 --> 00:45:52,795 over the years. I wanted to. 822 00:45:52,830 --> 00:45:56,165 But for what it's worth, I never wanted any of you to leave. 823 00:45:58,335 --> 00:46:00,602 I've missed you, Uncle Harry. 824 00:46:00,638 --> 00:46:03,605 I've missed you, too, Amelia. 825 00:46:16,888 --> 00:46:20,156 (He hums We Wish You a Merry Christmas.) 826 00:46:20,191 --> 00:46:22,557 Ah, there you are. Good afternoon. 827 00:46:22,593 --> 00:46:25,494 Good afternoon. I got caught working on my app, or trying to, 828 00:46:25,529 --> 00:46:28,097 - and now I need a break. - Well, perfect timing. 829 00:46:28,132 --> 00:46:30,833 I just made us some lunch, so help yourself, 830 00:46:30,868 --> 00:46:33,002 take something to eat, and when you're done, 831 00:46:33,037 --> 00:46:36,005 - come meet me at the plane. - Are we going flying again? 832 00:46:36,040 --> 00:46:39,408 No, this time we are decorating it. 833 00:46:39,443 --> 00:46:42,611 - Just like old times. - That's right. So eat up. 834 00:46:46,951 --> 00:46:50,219 And then she gets me with a snowball in the back of my neck. 835 00:46:50,288 --> 00:46:52,288 I was shocked, considering I don't think 836 00:46:52,323 --> 00:46:54,523 she's played in the snow since she was 13. 837 00:46:54,558 --> 00:46:56,358 What? 838 00:46:56,427 --> 00:46:58,227 Nothing. 839 00:46:58,262 --> 00:47:02,164 Don't get ahead of yourself. I told you we're just friends. 840 00:47:02,200 --> 00:47:04,766 - It's nice to see you happy. - I'm always happy. 841 00:47:04,802 --> 00:47:07,469 You've spent your whole life giving to others. 842 00:47:07,504 --> 00:47:10,605 You make your work, your family, your charity the most important. 843 00:47:10,641 --> 00:47:12,741 You deserve love, too. 844 00:47:12,810 --> 00:47:16,678 - OK, stop. We're just friends. - Okay. 845 00:47:16,714 --> 00:47:19,481 Yeah, you just keep on telling yourself that. 846 00:47:19,516 --> 00:47:21,717 - (phone buzzing) - Look who it is! 847 00:47:21,752 --> 00:47:23,652 - Scout! - Is it Dad? 848 00:47:23,687 --> 00:47:25,620 It's Dad! 849 00:47:25,656 --> 00:47:28,190 - Dad, I wrapped your present! - [You did?] 850 00:47:28,226 --> 00:47:30,659 [I can't wait to get it. Is your mom there?] 851 00:47:30,694 --> 00:47:32,728 I'm here. Hi, honey, how are you? 852 00:47:32,763 --> 00:47:34,930 [Hi, sweetie. I'm good. Good now.] 853 00:47:34,999 --> 00:47:37,867 - When are you coming home? - [As soon as I can.] 854 00:47:37,902 --> 00:47:41,737 - [Is that Mike in the back?] - Hey, looking good, Will. 855 00:47:41,805 --> 00:47:44,406 [Hey, Mike. Thanks for taking care of my girls for me.] 856 00:47:44,441 --> 00:47:46,708 [What are you talking about? They're keeping an eye on me.] 857 00:47:46,744 --> 00:47:48,810 Will you be home for Christmas? 858 00:47:48,846 --> 00:47:51,280 [There's nowhere else I wanna be than home for Christmas.] 859 00:47:51,315 --> 00:47:55,150 [I'm gonna do everything I can to be there. You just-- ] 860 00:47:55,186 --> 00:47:58,653 Dad? Dad? Are you there? 861 00:48:02,894 --> 00:48:04,860 It's okay. 862 00:48:09,233 --> 00:48:11,967 I can't believe it's the 40th Anniversary of Fly By Santa 863 00:48:12,003 --> 00:48:14,569 and you still have the same plane. 864 00:48:14,605 --> 00:48:17,139 Yeah, well, she's a classic. 865 00:48:17,174 --> 00:48:19,074 Lucky for us, the lake hasn't frozen over. 866 00:48:19,110 --> 00:48:21,510 That always makes Fly By a little extra challenging. 867 00:48:21,545 --> 00:48:24,213 Did you always know what you loved? 868 00:48:24,248 --> 00:48:28,317 Yeah, I've always loved flying. 869 00:48:30,254 --> 00:48:33,022 I think the things we love are always a part of who we are. 870 00:48:33,057 --> 00:48:35,524 We just have to remember that. 871 00:48:37,494 --> 00:48:39,728 When I was younger, I wanted to help people. 872 00:48:39,763 --> 00:48:42,965 Well, you do. I mean, apps help people, 873 00:48:43,000 --> 00:48:45,634 - don't they? - They can, 874 00:48:45,669 --> 00:48:48,971 but I'm worried the people who turned down my app were right. 875 00:48:49,006 --> 00:48:52,408 I'm seeing how much my past has colored the way I see Christmas. 876 00:48:52,443 --> 00:48:54,944 And now, being here with you and Mike, 877 00:48:54,979 --> 00:48:57,746 and getting to be a part of Christmas again, 878 00:48:57,815 --> 00:49:01,951 I'm just not sure what I'm supposed to do with my life. 879 00:49:02,019 --> 00:49:05,254 Lucky for you, you're surrounded by the peace 880 00:49:05,289 --> 00:49:07,957 and quiet of this place for a few days. Maybe afterwards 881 00:49:08,025 --> 00:49:10,326 you'll feel a little more clear. 882 00:49:10,361 --> 00:49:12,761 - Yeah, maybe. - It's kind of simple. 883 00:49:12,796 --> 00:49:15,230 Just find out the thing that you love 884 00:49:15,299 --> 00:49:19,268 and it'll all sort itself out. Just follow your heart. 885 00:49:19,303 --> 00:49:21,736 That is a lot of bumper stickers. 886 00:49:21,772 --> 00:49:23,872 I figure one of them will stick. 887 00:49:23,907 --> 00:49:27,309 So, are you gonna follow your heart? 888 00:49:27,345 --> 00:49:29,744 We're not talking about me here. 889 00:49:29,780 --> 00:49:32,681 Maybe not, but we should be. 890 00:49:36,887 --> 00:49:38,954 Alright. It's looking good. 891 00:49:38,990 --> 00:49:42,958 Yeah, it better, considering it took us most of the day! 892 00:49:43,027 --> 00:49:46,661 Guess I still make the best co-pilot, huh? 893 00:49:46,730 --> 00:49:50,032 I thought I was your best co-pilot? 894 00:49:50,067 --> 00:49:52,101 You know what? I think I'm gonna let you two guys 895 00:49:52,136 --> 00:49:54,870 battle this out. 896 00:49:54,905 --> 00:49:56,505 I got something I need to take care of. 897 00:49:56,540 --> 00:49:58,507 Okay, see ya. 898 00:50:00,577 --> 00:50:03,445 - Came to see if you're hungry? - Yes, starving. 899 00:50:03,481 --> 00:50:06,681 Oh, and I know where Uncle Harry keeps the best snacks. 900 00:50:06,717 --> 00:50:08,783 - Really? - Come on. Yeah. 901 00:50:10,721 --> 00:50:14,490 You ever wonder what our lives would be like if I didn't move? 902 00:50:14,525 --> 00:50:16,925 Yeah, sometimes. 903 00:50:16,960 --> 00:50:19,861 Are you happy that you stayed? 904 00:50:19,897 --> 00:50:22,898 Yeah, I mean, I went to the air force 905 00:50:22,933 --> 00:50:25,667 knowing I was gonna come back 906 00:50:25,702 --> 00:50:29,304 and raise a family. I just came back a little sooner. 907 00:50:29,340 --> 00:50:33,409 Yeah, I guess I just always imagined my life 908 00:50:33,444 --> 00:50:36,745 to look different. You know, I'd like to get married one day, 909 00:50:36,813 --> 00:50:39,981 but can you imagine my dad and Uncle Harry at a wedding? 910 00:50:40,051 --> 00:50:42,484 Not exactly the place for a family reunion. 911 00:50:42,520 --> 00:50:44,586 And I certainly don't want my kids growing up 912 00:50:44,621 --> 00:50:47,189 thinking families that don't talk are normal. 913 00:50:47,224 --> 00:50:49,358 Well, what would you do differently? 914 00:50:49,393 --> 00:50:52,594 For starters, I wouldn't be afraid to tell my parents 915 00:50:52,629 --> 00:50:54,829 - that I'm here. - They don't know you're here? 916 00:50:57,268 --> 00:50:59,601 Hey... 917 00:50:59,670 --> 00:51:03,238 It's okay that you want to be here. 918 00:51:03,274 --> 00:51:07,209 And... I'm really glad that you are. 919 00:51:07,278 --> 00:51:09,578 I am, too. 920 00:51:11,515 --> 00:51:13,949 Here's a crazy idea. 921 00:51:13,984 --> 00:51:16,851 What if we're meant to be here, roasting chestnuts 922 00:51:16,887 --> 00:51:20,456 on an open fire, and you being here 923 00:51:20,491 --> 00:51:23,892 is gonna, you know, get your dad and Harry 924 00:51:23,961 --> 00:51:25,827 back together again? 925 00:51:25,896 --> 00:51:28,897 I love your hopeful optimism, but that is very unlikely. 926 00:51:31,102 --> 00:51:33,034 Do you ever wish 927 00:51:33,070 --> 00:51:35,704 you could just go back in time and change that moment? 928 00:51:39,076 --> 00:51:40,976 You mean the moment when you left? 929 00:51:42,946 --> 00:51:44,846 Yeah. 930 00:51:44,881 --> 00:51:47,816 Yeah, I do. 931 00:51:47,851 --> 00:51:51,653 Life is a lot out of our control, 932 00:51:51,688 --> 00:51:54,656 and we should just be grateful 933 00:51:54,691 --> 00:51:58,693 about moments like this. 934 00:52:01,432 --> 00:52:04,533 - Oh, it's hot. - Are you okay? 935 00:52:04,568 --> 00:52:07,436 - Yeah, I think so. - Let me see. 936 00:52:08,739 --> 00:52:10,639 Mike? 937 00:52:10,674 --> 00:52:13,975 Uh, sorry to interrupt... 938 00:52:14,044 --> 00:52:16,678 that... (laughing) 939 00:52:16,713 --> 00:52:20,015 - Scout's on the phone for you. - Thanks, I'll be right there. 940 00:52:21,685 --> 00:52:24,153 (laughing) 941 00:52:24,188 --> 00:52:28,157 - I guess we better go, huh? - Yeah, I guess so. 942 00:52:43,927 --> 00:52:47,562 Oh, sorry, the kitchen is closed. Hi. 943 00:52:47,597 --> 00:52:50,932 Actually, I... just came by to see you. 944 00:52:50,967 --> 00:52:53,401 Oh. 945 00:52:53,437 --> 00:52:56,471 Uh... 946 00:52:56,506 --> 00:52:59,740 - Can I get you a drink? - Oh yeah, that'd be nice. 947 00:53:01,678 --> 00:53:04,379 - How about a glass of your-- - I remember. 948 00:53:24,167 --> 00:53:26,767 - Oh. Thanks. - You're welcome. 949 00:53:29,239 --> 00:53:32,873 - Well... cheers. - Cheers. 950 00:53:38,781 --> 00:53:41,549 - It's been a long time since-- - It was lovely hearing-- 951 00:53:41,585 --> 00:53:45,886 - Ladies first. - I was going to say, 952 00:53:45,922 --> 00:53:48,756 it's been a long time since I've heard you play. 953 00:53:48,791 --> 00:53:52,527 And it was lovely hearing you. 954 00:53:52,562 --> 00:53:54,629 - It just brought back... - A lot of memories? 955 00:53:54,664 --> 00:53:58,266 Yeah. Good ones. 956 00:54:00,203 --> 00:54:02,403 Care to join me? 957 00:54:18,855 --> 00:54:22,657 ♪♪ Should auld acquaintance 958 00:54:22,692 --> 00:54:25,092 ♪ Be forgot 959 00:54:25,128 --> 00:54:28,196 ♪ And never brought 960 00:54:28,231 --> 00:54:31,866 ♪ To mind? 961 00:54:31,901 --> 00:54:35,370 ♪ Should auld acquaintance 962 00:54:35,438 --> 00:54:38,606 ♪ Be forgot 963 00:54:38,675 --> 00:54:44,179 ♪ And auld lang syne 964 00:54:44,214 --> 00:54:50,117 ♪ For auld lang syne 965 00:54:50,187 --> 00:54:52,153 ♪ My jo 966 00:54:52,189 --> 00:54:57,958 ♪ For auld lang syne 967 00:54:57,994 --> 00:55:02,029 ♪ We'll take a cup 968 00:55:02,065 --> 00:55:05,900 ♪ Of kindness yet 969 00:55:05,935 --> 00:55:11,939 ♪ For auld lang syne ♪ 970 00:55:43,673 --> 00:55:46,841 - Good morning! - Morning. 971 00:55:46,876 --> 00:55:49,844 - What are you up to? - Sleeping. 972 00:55:49,879 --> 00:55:52,913 - I was hoping to get your help. - For the Gingerbread House? 973 00:55:52,949 --> 00:55:55,516 Actually, something different. Meet me in the lobby in ten? 974 00:55:55,552 --> 00:55:58,018 Okay. 975 00:56:03,360 --> 00:56:05,760 (whistling) 976 00:56:05,795 --> 00:56:08,162 Hey, you started without me. 977 00:56:08,197 --> 00:56:11,399 Well, you're a little late. I said ten minutes. 978 00:56:11,434 --> 00:56:14,001 I was only like eleven minutes. 979 00:56:14,036 --> 00:56:15,903 Well, you look nice. 980 00:56:15,938 --> 00:56:19,940 Thank you. 981 00:56:19,976 --> 00:56:23,844 Wow, look at all these toys. The kids are going to be so happy. 982 00:56:23,880 --> 00:56:28,249 Yeah. It's my favorite part of Fly By Santa. The faces. 983 00:56:28,285 --> 00:56:30,851 - Thanks for helping. - Oh, of course. 984 00:56:30,887 --> 00:56:32,820 I'm happy to. Please. 985 00:56:32,855 --> 00:56:35,556 It's all about the giving, right? 986 00:56:35,592 --> 00:56:37,958 Well, lunch is on me. 987 00:56:39,929 --> 00:56:43,464 Alright, who am I kidding? It's all about the receiving. 988 00:56:43,500 --> 00:56:47,368 (indistinct) 989 00:56:53,510 --> 00:56:55,777 - Amelia! - Hi! 990 00:56:55,812 --> 00:56:57,945 Mike! Hi! Wow! 991 00:56:58,014 --> 00:57:00,881 I was just thinking about you. I just filled a box 992 00:57:00,950 --> 00:57:03,250 with toys for Fly By Santa. 993 00:57:03,286 --> 00:57:05,420 That is great. Thank you. 994 00:57:05,488 --> 00:57:09,424 - We're actually here for lunch. - Well! 995 00:57:09,459 --> 00:57:12,593 - Well, sit anywhere you'd like. - Great, thank you. 996 00:57:12,629 --> 00:57:14,562 Can I bring you a glass of wine? 997 00:57:14,597 --> 00:57:16,431 Uh, yeah. Yeah, sure. 998 00:57:16,499 --> 00:57:18,165 - Okay. - Great. 999 00:57:18,201 --> 00:57:21,135 Is it just me, or does Pamela 1000 00:57:21,204 --> 00:57:24,639 - look happier than last time? - Yeah, she sure does. 1001 00:57:24,674 --> 00:57:27,342 What are you going to get? 1002 00:57:27,377 --> 00:57:30,378 Oh. Um... maybe the steak? 1003 00:57:30,447 --> 00:57:32,747 You're gonna get the steak at an Italian restaurant? 1004 00:57:32,782 --> 00:57:34,549 The steak is the right choice in any restaurant, 1005 00:57:34,584 --> 00:57:36,484 and it is amazing here, 1006 00:57:36,519 --> 00:57:39,387 - for the record. - Okay, I'll keep that in mind. 1007 00:57:39,422 --> 00:57:41,789 Okay, here we go. 1008 00:57:41,825 --> 00:57:44,726 That's for you. That's for you. 1009 00:57:44,761 --> 00:57:48,128 - Have you had a chance to decide? - Yes. I'll have the spaghetti. 1010 00:57:48,164 --> 00:57:50,898 - Good choice. - The steak. Medium. 1011 00:57:50,933 --> 00:57:52,867 You got it. 1012 00:57:52,902 --> 00:57:55,169 - Skaal. - Skaal. 1013 00:57:58,341 --> 00:58:02,042 - I love this place. - I practically have a tab here. 1014 00:58:02,078 --> 00:58:05,045 - Do you cook much? - Yeah, a little. 1015 00:58:05,114 --> 00:58:08,115 It's not so much fun cooking on your own. 1016 00:58:08,184 --> 00:58:12,787 - Yeah, I know what you mean. - I'm, uh... I'm officiating 1017 00:58:12,822 --> 00:58:14,756 the Tree Lighting tonight for fun. 1018 00:58:14,824 --> 00:58:18,993 You could be my date-- I mean, if you want. 1019 00:58:19,028 --> 00:58:22,530 Yeah, I would love to. 1020 00:58:22,599 --> 00:58:24,899 - Yeah? - Yeah. 1021 00:58:24,934 --> 00:58:27,968 Okay. Be fun, right? 1022 00:58:28,004 --> 00:58:30,971 Yeah, it will. 1023 00:58:31,040 --> 00:58:34,141 I recommend heading into town this afternoon for our Annual 1024 00:58:34,176 --> 00:58:36,611 Tree Lighting and Gingerbread House Contest. 1025 00:58:36,646 --> 00:58:39,013 (buzzing sound) Uh, excuse me. 1026 00:58:46,756 --> 00:58:48,689 Hello? 1027 00:58:48,725 --> 00:58:51,726 Uh, this is Nathan from Hughes' Family Inn. 1028 00:58:51,761 --> 00:58:54,762 Amelia? Uh, she's not here. 1029 00:58:54,798 --> 00:58:57,197 Can I take a message? 1030 00:59:00,403 --> 00:59:03,604 Maybe Harry can help you with your concern. 1031 00:59:03,640 --> 00:59:06,941 One moment, please. 1032 00:59:07,009 --> 00:59:09,911 Hello? Hello? 1033 00:59:09,946 --> 00:59:12,246 They hung up. 1034 00:59:12,281 --> 00:59:14,782 - Whose phone is this? - Amelia's. 1035 00:59:19,055 --> 00:59:21,088 Oh, and I'm doing the final toy pick-up tomorrow 1036 00:59:21,123 --> 00:59:24,124 - before Fly By Santa, wanna join? - Yeah, that sounds fun. 1037 00:59:24,193 --> 00:59:26,627 - Yeah? Good. - Yeah. 1038 00:59:26,663 --> 00:59:28,963 - Amelia, there you are. - Uncle Harry, 1039 00:59:28,998 --> 00:59:31,298 we just went into town for lunch. Is everything okay? 1040 00:59:31,334 --> 00:59:36,604 - Your phone was ringing. - I left my phone here? Oops. 1041 00:59:36,673 --> 00:59:40,374 Nathan answered it, he handed the phone to me, and well... 1042 00:59:42,011 --> 00:59:46,213 Mom and Dad called? They know I'm here. 1043 00:59:59,474 --> 01:00:02,675 [Hi there, you've reached the Hughes.] 1044 01:00:02,710 --> 01:00:04,977 [We're not here right now. Please leave a message.] 1045 01:00:07,348 --> 01:00:10,583 Hey, everything okay? 1046 01:00:10,618 --> 01:00:12,685 I tried calling. They're not answering. 1047 01:00:12,720 --> 01:00:15,187 I'm sure everything is fine. 1048 01:00:15,222 --> 01:00:17,289 Try not to jump to conclusions. 1049 01:00:17,324 --> 01:00:19,224 Please don't tell me not to jump to conclusions. 1050 01:00:19,260 --> 01:00:21,126 I know my dad, he's going to be upset. 1051 01:00:21,161 --> 01:00:24,397 - What do I say? - How about the truth? 1052 01:00:24,432 --> 01:00:28,601 - Come on, we should get going. - No, 1053 01:00:28,636 --> 01:00:31,069 - I gotta check on Uncle Harry. - Meels, are you okay? 1054 01:00:31,105 --> 01:00:33,672 Yeah, I'm fine. I just... I have to talk to Uncle Harry. 1055 01:00:37,311 --> 01:00:39,812 I tried calling, 1056 01:00:39,847 --> 01:00:42,882 - and they won't answer. - Well, you're lucky. 1057 01:00:42,917 --> 01:00:45,818 They hung up on me before I had a chance to say hello. 1058 01:00:45,853 --> 01:00:50,022 - I'm sorry. - It's not your fault. 1059 01:00:50,057 --> 01:00:52,458 I don't know what I was expecting. 1060 01:00:52,493 --> 01:00:55,728 My brother has always been stubborn. 1061 01:00:55,797 --> 01:00:58,964 - Us Hughes are all stubborn. - Yeah. 1062 01:01:01,469 --> 01:01:03,969 I was rude to Mike. And he left. 1063 01:01:04,004 --> 01:01:06,238 I'm sure 1064 01:01:06,273 --> 01:01:08,507 Mike understands. 1065 01:01:08,543 --> 01:01:10,543 My ex Brad says that I push people away when I get upset. 1066 01:01:10,578 --> 01:01:13,378 I have no idea what that feels like. 1067 01:01:13,448 --> 01:01:17,550 It must be our family pattern. 1068 01:01:17,585 --> 01:01:20,152 I'm pretty sure all my problems are because of what happened 1069 01:01:20,187 --> 01:01:22,855 all those years ago... I lost you, and Mike, and-- 1070 01:01:22,890 --> 01:01:26,425 You did not lose Mike, and you certainly haven't lost me. 1071 01:01:26,461 --> 01:01:30,028 I worry. Ever since then, I don't really let people in. 1072 01:01:30,064 --> 01:01:32,998 I'm not going anywhere, Amelia, OK? 1073 01:01:33,067 --> 01:01:35,568 Me neither, Uncle Harry. 1074 01:01:35,603 --> 01:01:38,604 They called, so what? 1075 01:01:38,639 --> 01:01:41,907 I'm not gonna let it ruin my night, are you? 1076 01:01:43,010 --> 01:01:45,778 - No, sir. - Hm! 1077 01:01:45,813 --> 01:01:49,482 (laughing) 1078 01:01:49,517 --> 01:01:52,050 (festive music) 1079 01:02:13,641 --> 01:02:16,074 - Hey. - Oh, hey! 1080 01:02:16,110 --> 01:02:19,879 - Brought you hot chocolate. - Oh! You're sweet. 1081 01:02:19,914 --> 01:02:21,881 Well, it's Christmas and everything. 1082 01:02:21,916 --> 01:02:24,316 Perfect timing. I was just closing up shop. 1083 01:02:24,351 --> 01:02:26,886 Yeah. 1084 01:02:26,921 --> 01:02:30,923 Harry, what's going on? 1085 01:02:30,958 --> 01:02:34,226 Nothing, I'm.... you know, just drinking 1086 01:02:34,261 --> 01:02:37,429 - hot chocolate... - I mean... 1087 01:02:37,464 --> 01:02:39,899 You know what I mean. 1088 01:02:39,934 --> 01:02:42,001 Yeah. 1089 01:02:43,938 --> 01:02:47,305 Look, I know I made a lot of mistakes 1090 01:02:47,341 --> 01:02:50,075 and... 1091 01:02:50,110 --> 01:02:53,378 the biggest mistake I made was letting you walk away. 1092 01:02:57,184 --> 01:02:59,618 I didn't fight for our relationship, 1093 01:02:59,654 --> 01:03:01,754 when I should have. 1094 01:03:03,724 --> 01:03:06,091 I want to believe you, 1095 01:03:06,126 --> 01:03:09,962 but I don't know if I can I trust that things have changed. 1096 01:03:09,997 --> 01:03:12,097 I get that. I do. 1097 01:03:12,132 --> 01:03:14,433 But with Amelia home, 1098 01:03:14,501 --> 01:03:18,537 we've had some... pretty interesting conversations. 1099 01:03:20,507 --> 01:03:23,976 I saw how much I was letting my life pass by, and... 1100 01:03:24,011 --> 01:03:27,245 I'm not willing to do that anymore. 1101 01:03:27,314 --> 01:03:30,783 I guess I was just so afraid that you were going to leave me 1102 01:03:30,818 --> 01:03:33,652 that I pushed you away first. 1103 01:03:33,688 --> 01:03:37,522 So I don't blame you for giving up on me. 1104 01:03:39,526 --> 01:03:42,761 And I'm sorry I hurt you the way I did. 1105 01:03:45,499 --> 01:03:49,902 But you've always had my heart. 1106 01:04:02,149 --> 01:04:06,752 - The mistletoe's a nice touch. - I did it for the restaurant. 1107 01:04:06,787 --> 01:04:08,988 Okay, maybe I was hopeful. 1108 01:04:15,963 --> 01:04:19,264 Well, in that case, will you be my date, 1109 01:04:19,299 --> 01:04:23,936 - and join me in the Town Square? - I would love to. 1110 01:04:27,574 --> 01:04:31,209 - (bell jingling) - Good evening, Christmas Creek! 1111 01:04:31,245 --> 01:04:34,479 My name Mike Ruggles and I'm proud to officiate 1112 01:04:34,548 --> 01:04:37,182 the Annual Tree Lighting 1113 01:04:37,217 --> 01:04:39,885 and Gingerbread House Contest! (cheers and applause) 1114 01:04:41,989 --> 01:04:45,991 You know, there's a reason why I've called this town my home 1115 01:04:46,060 --> 01:04:49,227 for almost 30 years, and this year, 1116 01:04:49,296 --> 01:04:52,931 you've outdone yourselves. Everything looks amazing. 1117 01:04:52,967 --> 01:04:55,433 So, without further ado, 1118 01:04:55,469 --> 01:04:59,004 on the count of three, let us light the tree! 1119 01:04:59,040 --> 01:05:02,240 One, two... 1120 01:05:04,444 --> 01:05:08,413 Three! (cheers and applause) 1121 01:05:11,886 --> 01:05:14,153 Brilliant work, everybody! 1122 01:05:14,188 --> 01:05:18,390 - Amelia! - Elise, hi! 1123 01:05:18,458 --> 01:05:21,560 - Merry Christmas! - So good to have you home. 1124 01:05:21,595 --> 01:05:24,296 - Nice to see you. - I'm gonna go to Scout. 1125 01:05:24,331 --> 01:05:27,966 Alright, last chance to check out the Gingerbread Houses 1126 01:05:28,035 --> 01:05:32,437 and also get your vote in here. We will tally the winner soon, 1127 01:05:32,472 --> 01:05:36,208 and may the best house win! 1128 01:05:43,884 --> 01:05:46,218 Hey... 1129 01:05:46,253 --> 01:05:48,153 Hey. 1130 01:05:48,189 --> 01:05:51,890 - I'm sorry about earlier, Mike. - It's okay. 1131 01:05:51,926 --> 01:05:55,160 No, it's not. I was pushing you away. You didn't deserve it. 1132 01:05:55,196 --> 01:05:57,529 I wasn't just trying to make you feel better. 1133 01:05:57,564 --> 01:06:00,999 I meant it. I know everything's gonna be okay. 1134 01:06:01,068 --> 01:06:05,070 I hope so. All I want for is for my family rift to be healed, 1135 01:06:05,139 --> 01:06:07,505 all of us to be happy. This was the first Christmas 1136 01:06:07,541 --> 01:06:09,742 I was actually enjoying in a while, 1137 01:06:09,777 --> 01:06:12,044 and now I'm just worried about my parents. 1138 01:06:12,079 --> 01:06:14,446 Don't lose hope, okay? 1139 01:06:19,754 --> 01:06:23,288 (bell jingling) 1140 01:06:23,323 --> 01:06:27,192 Duty calls. (laughing) 1141 01:06:27,228 --> 01:06:29,527 - I'll see you in a bit. - Okay. 1142 01:06:32,666 --> 01:06:37,102 Alright, folks, the votes are in... and the winner 1143 01:06:37,138 --> 01:06:40,505 of the Gingerbread House Contest is... none other 1144 01:06:40,540 --> 01:06:44,977 than my very own niece, Scout Redding! 1145 01:06:45,012 --> 01:06:48,647 I had nothing to do with the voting, I promise. 1146 01:06:48,715 --> 01:06:51,483 Mom, can you take a photo 1147 01:06:51,518 --> 01:06:55,287 - for Dad? - Yes, yes. Ready? 1148 01:06:58,793 --> 01:07:02,795 Merry Christmas, everyone! Enjoy the festivities! 1149 01:07:10,037 --> 01:07:12,204 I'll never forget the look on Scout's face 1150 01:07:12,239 --> 01:07:15,240 - for as long as I live. - Hey, how about a cup 1151 01:07:15,276 --> 01:07:17,176 - of hot apple cider? - Yeah, I'll come with you. 1152 01:07:17,244 --> 01:07:19,111 Mom, Dad? 1153 01:07:19,180 --> 01:07:22,815 - What're you doing here? - We came for Christmas. 1154 01:07:22,850 --> 01:07:26,985 - Danny? - Hi, brother. 1155 01:07:42,663 --> 01:07:44,864 - This cider's really good. - Oh, thank you. 1156 01:07:44,933 --> 01:07:48,734 It's a Hughes family recipe. We used to make it as a family. 1157 01:07:50,638 --> 01:07:53,105 The inn looks good. 1158 01:07:53,174 --> 01:07:55,374 Thanks. We're all booked up, 1159 01:07:55,443 --> 01:07:58,211 but I'm sure we can figure out a place for you to stay. 1160 01:07:58,246 --> 01:08:00,346 Actually, we had an early check-out this morning, 1161 01:08:00,381 --> 01:08:03,216 so I put them upstairs. I hope that's okay? 1162 01:08:03,251 --> 01:08:05,985 - Great. Put them on my bill. - You don't have to pay for me, 1163 01:08:06,020 --> 01:08:08,454 - darling. - Dad, please, I want to. 1164 01:08:08,489 --> 01:08:11,891 We can take care of our own bill. 1165 01:08:11,926 --> 01:08:14,126 Alright, you guys, if you want to get changed, 1166 01:08:14,162 --> 01:08:17,830 - Christmas dinner's almost ready. - Great. 1167 01:08:21,269 --> 01:08:25,037 I know Christmas isn't for two days, but we've got 1168 01:08:25,106 --> 01:08:27,573 a lot of Christmases to make up for, so I thought 1169 01:08:27,608 --> 01:08:31,010 - we should start now. - This is wonderful, thank you. 1170 01:08:31,045 --> 01:08:34,747 - Everything looks delicious. - Thank you, Helena 1171 01:08:34,815 --> 01:08:37,783 and Pamela. Thank you. 1172 01:08:37,818 --> 01:08:40,052 Growing up in Denmark, my most precious memories 1173 01:08:40,088 --> 01:08:43,455 were of the long smorgasbord meals around the table. 1174 01:08:43,491 --> 01:08:46,658 I've missed this... So here is 1175 01:08:46,694 --> 01:08:48,995 to our family, all together again. 1176 01:08:49,030 --> 01:08:52,498 - Merry Christmas! Skaal! - (all): Skaal! 1177 01:08:59,173 --> 01:09:04,043 Well, I am grateful to be included. Thank you. 1178 01:09:04,078 --> 01:09:06,779 Of course. You're family. You've always been there for me 1179 01:09:06,814 --> 01:09:09,748 - and I really appreciate that. - Is that supposed to mean 1180 01:09:09,817 --> 01:09:12,751 I wasn't there for you? 1181 01:09:14,688 --> 01:09:17,656 Well, those are your words, not mine. 1182 01:09:17,691 --> 01:09:20,826 You know, you can pretend everything was fine, 1183 01:09:20,861 --> 01:09:24,563 but you knew as well as I did the inn was struggling. 1184 01:09:24,598 --> 01:09:26,865 - I couldn't do it by myself. - You weren't. We were partners. 1185 01:09:26,901 --> 01:09:29,302 Mom and Dad built this inn so you and I could run this. 1186 01:09:29,337 --> 01:09:33,472 Except I did all the work! And we could barely make ends meet, 1187 01:09:33,507 --> 01:09:36,575 let alone support two families, so I made a choice. 1188 01:09:36,610 --> 01:09:38,677 - The one I had to make... - You made the choice 1189 01:09:38,712 --> 01:09:40,813 of going all the way across the country 1190 01:09:40,848 --> 01:09:43,215 and becoming CFO of some company? 1191 01:09:43,251 --> 01:09:46,752 Will you both please stop? 1192 01:09:48,156 --> 01:09:49,922 Honey, why didn't you tell us you were here, 1193 01:09:49,958 --> 01:09:53,159 spending Christmas with my brother? 1194 01:09:53,194 --> 01:09:55,727 I had to find out from the bellman. 1195 01:09:55,763 --> 01:09:58,831 Actually, I'm the front desk clerk. Not important. 1196 01:09:58,866 --> 01:10:00,899 Enjoy your dinner. 1197 01:10:02,803 --> 01:10:06,038 I'm sorry. 1198 01:10:06,074 --> 01:10:09,075 I didn't tell you because I knew you would be upset. 1199 01:10:09,143 --> 01:10:12,278 I had a right to come home. Uncle Harry is my uncle. 1200 01:10:12,313 --> 01:10:14,546 This isn't my feud, and I feel like I've been in the middle 1201 01:10:14,582 --> 01:10:17,016 of it my entire life. I'm tired of it. 1202 01:10:17,085 --> 01:10:19,218 - Honey. - No. If we don't have 1203 01:10:19,253 --> 01:10:21,954 each other, then what do we have? Look at us. We're all... 1204 01:10:21,990 --> 01:10:24,923 adults and yet we're just behaving like children. 1205 01:10:24,959 --> 01:10:28,494 Amelia! Honey, wait! 1206 01:10:30,831 --> 01:10:34,666 Excuse me. 1207 01:10:40,508 --> 01:10:43,342 Sorry. 1208 01:11:06,000 --> 01:11:09,168 What are you doing? 1209 01:11:09,237 --> 01:11:13,205 This is why I do Turks and Caicos alone every Christmas 1210 01:11:13,241 --> 01:11:15,908 instead of spending it with family. I'll never be able 1211 01:11:15,943 --> 01:11:18,244 - to fix this. - Look, you're upset, 1212 01:11:18,312 --> 01:11:20,746 I understand, but you don't have 1213 01:11:20,781 --> 01:11:23,349 to leave. 1214 01:11:23,384 --> 01:11:25,817 You can stay at my sister's tonight. Let everyone cool off. 1215 01:11:25,853 --> 01:11:28,587 You don't get it. You don't know them like I do. 1216 01:11:28,622 --> 01:11:31,957 - It won't work. - I'm just trying to help. 1217 01:11:31,992 --> 01:11:34,226 I don't want your help. I'm sorry. 1218 01:11:34,262 --> 01:11:36,495 The Amelia I know wouldn't walk away from her family 1219 01:11:36,531 --> 01:11:39,231 when they need her most. Please don't go. 1220 01:11:41,536 --> 01:11:43,536 (sighing) 1221 01:11:54,549 --> 01:11:57,583 Oh, uh, you guys are leaving? 1222 01:11:57,618 --> 01:11:59,651 I think it's best. 1223 01:11:59,687 --> 01:12:02,321 Harry, have you seen Amelia? She won't answer our calls. 1224 01:12:02,390 --> 01:12:04,990 I think she was sleeping this morning when I left. 1225 01:12:05,025 --> 01:12:07,426 - Maybe she went into town? - Well, now I'm worried. 1226 01:12:07,462 --> 01:12:09,995 - I'm sure she's fine, Helena. - I'm going to ask Nathan 1227 01:12:10,030 --> 01:12:14,266 if he's seen or heard from her. 1228 01:12:17,472 --> 01:12:20,005 You've been running this all yourself? 1229 01:12:20,074 --> 01:12:23,509 Uh, yes, apart from Nathan. 1230 01:12:23,544 --> 01:12:25,877 Hm. Who's your accountant? 1231 01:12:25,913 --> 01:12:29,014 I am. I had to learn. 1232 01:12:29,049 --> 01:12:32,918 - You did a great job, Harry. - I suppose 1233 01:12:32,953 --> 01:12:35,621 you're gonna point out all the ways in which I failed, yeah? 1234 01:12:35,656 --> 01:12:39,492 I'm serious. Mom and Dad would be proud. 1235 01:12:39,527 --> 01:12:41,627 This is exactly what they wanted. 1236 01:12:41,662 --> 01:12:44,463 Thanks. That means a lot coming from you. 1237 01:12:44,532 --> 01:12:47,466 I lost my job 1238 01:12:47,502 --> 01:12:49,435 in San Francisco, 1239 01:12:49,470 --> 01:12:53,172 which is why we moved to Chicago. I gave them everything 1240 01:12:53,207 --> 01:12:55,874 and they replaced me with a kid fresh out of college. 1241 01:12:55,909 --> 01:12:58,244 Danny, why didn't you say anything? 1242 01:12:58,312 --> 01:13:00,579 I was embarrassed, after all we've been through... 1243 01:13:00,615 --> 01:13:03,849 I tried to do right by my family and now I'm jobless. 1244 01:13:03,884 --> 01:13:07,953 Nathan said that Amelia's car is gone. She left last night. 1245 01:13:17,665 --> 01:13:20,065 Hey. Can I get you another coffee? 1246 01:13:20,100 --> 01:13:22,801 I'm good. Hey, thank you for letting me stay at your place 1247 01:13:22,836 --> 01:13:25,904 last night. I just... I needed some space. 1248 01:13:30,278 --> 01:13:34,146 Loving the Hughes family isn't always easy, 1249 01:13:34,182 --> 01:13:37,449 but over the years, I've learned 1250 01:13:37,518 --> 01:13:40,952 that if you give them time, eventually they come around. 1251 01:13:40,988 --> 01:13:43,189 I hope so. 1252 01:13:43,224 --> 01:13:46,192 Oh, my friend Judy 1253 01:13:46,260 --> 01:13:48,260 took these at the Tree Lighting. 1254 01:13:48,296 --> 01:13:50,329 - Might cheer you up. - Thanks, Pamela. 1255 01:13:50,364 --> 01:13:52,097 Of course. 1256 01:14:24,232 --> 01:14:27,999 - (ringing) - [Amelia?] 1257 01:14:28,068 --> 01:14:30,569 - [Well, this is a surprise.] - Hi, Bill. 1258 01:14:30,605 --> 01:14:32,771 I'm so sorry to bother you on Christmas Eve. 1259 01:14:32,806 --> 01:14:35,140 I just had a new take on the Christmas app that I wanted 1260 01:14:35,209 --> 01:14:37,209 - to share with you right away. - [Okay.] 1261 01:14:37,245 --> 01:14:39,945 - [Well, I'm listening.] - I'm thinking the app will be 1262 01:14:39,980 --> 01:14:42,581 a charity focused on bringing people together, so that no one 1263 01:14:42,650 --> 01:14:46,118 has to celebrate Christmas alone. It's about the gift 1264 01:14:46,153 --> 01:14:49,622 that matters most: Being present rather than giving presents. 1265 01:14:49,657 --> 01:14:51,890 [I like the sound of that. I think] 1266 01:14:51,925 --> 01:14:55,527 [it's exactly what we're looking for. After the holidays,] 1267 01:14:55,563 --> 01:14:58,297 [let's sit down and talk specifics.] 1268 01:14:58,366 --> 01:15:02,033 - I would love that. Thank you. - [Thank you.] 1269 01:15:02,102 --> 01:15:04,737 - [Oh! Merry Christmas.] - Merry Christmas! 1270 01:15:09,410 --> 01:15:13,445 - You heading out? - Yeah, I'm ready. What's this? 1271 01:15:13,481 --> 01:15:15,947 I just got this from the Fly By Santa run. 1272 01:15:15,983 --> 01:15:18,083 Maybe you wouldn't mind delivering these to Mike for me? 1273 01:15:18,152 --> 01:15:20,886 Mike? Umm... 1274 01:15:20,921 --> 01:15:23,989 Amelia... don't shut him out. 1275 01:15:24,024 --> 01:15:27,359 Don't walk away from him like I did Harry. You'll regret it, 1276 01:15:27,395 --> 01:15:29,595 - trust me. - You're right. 1277 01:15:29,630 --> 01:15:32,130 Thank you, Pamela. 1278 01:15:34,168 --> 01:15:37,002 Mom? I'm okay. 1279 01:15:37,037 --> 01:15:39,305 Can you all meet me in the cabin in thirty minutes? 1280 01:15:45,390 --> 01:15:48,458 - Amelia? - I'm in here. 1281 01:15:48,493 --> 01:15:52,595 - Honey, you're here. - We were so worried! 1282 01:15:52,664 --> 01:15:55,899 I know. I'm sorry. 1283 01:15:55,934 --> 01:15:58,235 Wanna have a seat? 1284 01:16:00,538 --> 01:16:02,939 The cabin looks almost the same. 1285 01:16:02,975 --> 01:16:05,341 Didn't really have a reason to change it. 1286 01:16:05,377 --> 01:16:07,477 Harry puts up stockings for all the guests 1287 01:16:07,512 --> 01:16:09,412 who stay at the inn over Christmas 1288 01:16:09,447 --> 01:16:12,048 because they have become like family to him. 1289 01:16:12,117 --> 01:16:14,951 I thought it was important to do it for those who are my family. 1290 01:16:15,020 --> 01:16:17,120 Since I've been here, 1291 01:16:17,156 --> 01:16:20,056 I've seen townspeople treat neighbors like family 1292 01:16:20,092 --> 01:16:22,859 and I was reminded what the spirit of Christmas is about. 1293 01:16:22,895 --> 01:16:25,295 It has nothing to do with gifts, 1294 01:16:25,330 --> 01:16:28,999 and everything to do with who we spend our time with. 1295 01:16:29,034 --> 01:16:32,368 There are people who have lost their family and would do 1296 01:16:32,404 --> 01:16:35,438 anything to spend time with them again and here we are, a family, 1297 01:16:35,473 --> 01:16:38,708 and we've turned on each other when we needed one another most. 1298 01:16:41,680 --> 01:16:44,580 Dad, you chose to leave 1299 01:16:44,616 --> 01:16:46,983 because you thought it was the best thing for your family. 1300 01:16:47,019 --> 01:16:49,619 And Uncle Harry, you took on the inn 1301 01:16:49,654 --> 01:16:52,088 and saved it from closure without anyone else's help. 1302 01:16:52,124 --> 01:16:54,424 You both had the best intentions. 1303 01:16:54,459 --> 01:16:57,060 You both sacrificed a part of your lives 1304 01:16:57,095 --> 01:16:59,296 for something bigger than yourselves. You're more the same 1305 01:16:59,331 --> 01:17:02,232 than you are different. 1306 01:17:02,267 --> 01:17:04,868 So why are you too stubborn to see that? 1307 01:17:04,937 --> 01:17:07,737 It makes me so sad. 1308 01:17:07,772 --> 01:17:10,673 Love and family are truly the most important things 1309 01:17:10,709 --> 01:17:12,608 in the world. 1310 01:17:12,644 --> 01:17:15,745 That's what Christmas Creek and this inn is all about. 1311 01:17:15,780 --> 01:17:18,381 If we don't have each other, 1312 01:17:18,416 --> 01:17:20,583 then what do we have? 1313 01:17:27,326 --> 01:17:30,327 At last! (laughing) 1314 01:17:34,032 --> 01:17:37,200 Thank you, honey, for coming back 1315 01:17:37,236 --> 01:17:39,236 to the inn and bringing us back together. 1316 01:17:39,304 --> 01:17:42,705 - I'm so glad that you came. - I'm sorry for keeping you 1317 01:17:42,741 --> 01:17:45,608 from your uncle and from Christmas Creek. 1318 01:17:45,643 --> 01:17:48,711 I know a lot of this was my fault. 1319 01:17:48,747 --> 01:17:52,282 Yeah, kinda, but it was also my fault, too. 1320 01:17:52,317 --> 01:17:54,617 You know, I managed this place without you, 1321 01:17:54,686 --> 01:17:58,721 and it wasn't easy and it wasn't always fun. There happens to be 1322 01:17:58,757 --> 01:18:02,225 a job opening that's presented itself. CFO. 1323 01:18:02,294 --> 01:18:05,262 If you want your old job back, we can run this inn 1324 01:18:05,297 --> 01:18:08,064 the way Mom and Dad intended, as a family. 1325 01:18:08,133 --> 01:18:12,235 That is, if you're looking for work. 1326 01:18:12,271 --> 01:18:15,105 I've never wanted anything more. 1327 01:18:15,140 --> 01:18:16,873 But you know, 1328 01:18:16,909 --> 01:18:19,910 I do have a few ideas on how we could streamline things. 1329 01:18:19,945 --> 01:18:23,113 OK, feel free to leave them in the suggestion box in the lobby. 1330 01:18:23,148 --> 01:18:26,016 (laughing) 1331 01:18:26,051 --> 01:18:29,286 Um, you know what? If you don't mind, there is someplace 1332 01:18:29,354 --> 01:18:32,455 that I really need to be. 1333 01:18:32,490 --> 01:18:34,624 You know, before you go, 1334 01:18:34,659 --> 01:18:37,560 I've got a little proposition for you. 1335 01:18:40,732 --> 01:18:44,634 Merry Christmas. Thank you. Thank you. 1336 01:18:44,669 --> 01:18:47,437 Baseball bat! Thank you. 1337 01:18:47,505 --> 01:18:50,773 Merry Christmas. Thank you. 1338 01:18:50,809 --> 01:18:53,977 Meels? 1339 01:18:54,012 --> 01:18:56,246 - You're here... - Pamela asked me 1340 01:18:56,281 --> 01:18:59,049 to give this to you. 1341 01:18:59,084 --> 01:19:01,818 Mike, 1342 01:19:01,853 --> 01:19:04,720 I'm so sorry. I never left. 1343 01:19:04,756 --> 01:19:07,924 I couldn't, because you're right. It's not who I am. 1344 01:19:07,960 --> 01:19:11,361 All that matters to me are the people I love. 1345 01:19:11,396 --> 01:19:13,964 My family is going to be okay. 1346 01:19:13,999 --> 01:19:16,766 And the only person that I wanted to tell was you. 1347 01:19:16,835 --> 01:19:19,635 Mike, you always were 1348 01:19:19,671 --> 01:19:22,038 my best friend, the person who had my back, 1349 01:19:22,074 --> 01:19:25,375 but now you are so much more than that. 1350 01:19:25,410 --> 01:19:29,579 You are the brightest light I know. I can't lose you again. 1351 01:19:29,647 --> 01:19:33,850 I love you, Mike Ruggles. 1352 01:19:45,030 --> 01:19:46,596 That was-- 1353 01:19:46,664 --> 01:19:49,265 - A lot, I know. - Amazing. 1354 01:19:49,301 --> 01:19:52,435 I've been waiting 17 years to do that. 1355 01:19:52,471 --> 01:19:54,304 So have I. 1356 01:19:54,339 --> 01:19:57,374 I love you, Meels. 1357 01:19:57,409 --> 01:19:59,775 I always have. 1358 01:20:02,580 --> 01:20:06,816 - That is a lot of presents. - Yeah. 1359 01:20:06,851 --> 01:20:11,554 I hope Harry's okay with an extra-large delivery tonight. 1360 01:20:11,589 --> 01:20:13,756 Actually, Harry wanted to take the night off, 1361 01:20:13,791 --> 01:20:15,691 so I said that we would do Fly By Santa. 1362 01:20:15,727 --> 01:20:18,794 What do you think? 1363 01:20:18,830 --> 01:20:21,764 I think that would be awesome. Come on, help me pack it up. 1364 01:20:21,799 --> 01:20:22,999 Okay. 1365 01:20:23,035 --> 01:20:26,602 Oh boy, this feels like Christmas. 1366 01:20:29,508 --> 01:20:33,343 - Dad? He's here. Mom, look! - Hey! 1367 01:20:33,378 --> 01:20:36,546 - Scout! Oh! - I can't believe you're here! 1368 01:20:36,581 --> 01:20:39,482 I can't believe you're home! 1369 01:20:39,518 --> 01:20:41,418 I thought you weren't gonna make it. 1370 01:20:41,453 --> 01:20:43,853 - Why didn't you tell me? - I wanted to surprise you. 1371 01:20:46,925 --> 01:20:48,824 I love you so much. 1372 01:20:48,860 --> 01:20:51,194 How many deliveries do we make? 1373 01:20:51,229 --> 01:20:53,296 Just the two neighboring towns. 1374 01:20:53,331 --> 01:20:56,066 They only have access by plane. 1375 01:20:58,002 --> 01:21:01,704 So, you ready, Mrs. Claus? 1376 01:21:01,739 --> 01:21:04,974 Um, not yet. 1377 01:21:05,009 --> 01:21:07,510 Merry Christmas, Mike. 1378 01:21:07,546 --> 01:21:10,513 All this time and... not much has changed. 1379 01:21:10,582 --> 01:21:14,417 Yet everything has. (laughing) 1380 01:21:17,589 --> 01:21:20,022 It's perfect. 1381 01:21:20,058 --> 01:21:23,626 Thank you. My turn. 1382 01:21:27,365 --> 01:21:32,502 I've been holding onto this for a long time. 1383 01:21:32,537 --> 01:21:35,572 You left before I could give it to you that night. 1384 01:21:42,981 --> 01:21:45,982 - A Christmas Angel! - You'll always be my Angel. 1385 01:21:46,017 --> 01:21:48,684 I love it, Mike. Thank you. 1386 01:21:50,288 --> 01:21:53,356 You know, we'll see each other, we'll figure it out. 1387 01:21:53,391 --> 01:21:57,827 You can fly to me and I'll fly to you-- 1388 01:22:04,236 --> 01:22:07,036 I'm not worried. 1389 01:22:07,071 --> 01:22:10,273 We found each other again, and I'm not letting you go. 1390 01:22:16,248 --> 01:22:20,183 - Remember how to fly this thing? - Um, yes. 1391 01:22:20,218 --> 01:22:24,720 - Uncle Harry already took me up. - Oh, he did? 1392 01:22:24,756 --> 01:22:26,922 Well, come on, then. 1393 01:22:29,661 --> 01:22:31,927 Watch your step. There you go. 1394 01:22:33,632 --> 01:22:36,332 Now, 1395 01:22:36,368 --> 01:22:39,769 - are you ready, Mrs. Claus? - With you, Ruggles... always. 1396 01:22:39,804 --> 01:22:42,838 (engine starting) 1397 01:22:55,487 --> 01:22:58,020 ♪ We wish you a Merry Christmas ♪ 1398 01:22:58,056 --> 01:23:00,323 ♪ We wish you a Merry Christmas ♪ 1399 01:23:00,358 --> 01:23:05,328 ♪ We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ♪