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Snow, snow, yeah.

We'll do everything possible
to make sure that happens.

See you soon.

'Kay, bye.

That was just another client

that we booked - a Miss Douglas

whose only wish is for snow
on Christmas morning.

Kind of hard to guarantee

but I was thinking,

maybe we could do snowflake
decals in the windows or...

A snow machine?

That Christmas store on 5th
rents them out

which is perfect in case
Mother Nature doesn't cooperate.

That genius of yours
is exactly why

I am cracking open the egg nog.

Ooh, what are we
toasting to today?

Well, four years ago
on this day,

you and I,
the Christmas Coaches,

signed our very first client.

Oh, that's right!
The McCoys!

He was Irish
and she was Hungarian

and we had cabbage rolls
and Christmas pudding

made for their dinner.

And they were amazingly
impressed and now...

here we are! So, cheers.

To another perfect Christmas
courtesy of us.

Oh, my gosh.

You're not gonna believe this.

What is it?

The Andersons just emailed us.

They want us to forward
our contract to them.

They wanna hire us!

I'm sorry.
"The" Andersons?

53rd in line
for the British throne.

"The" Andersons!

Right, yeah. I know, um,
that they are super wealthy

and that they buy
companies and stuff?

Huge companies.
They were featured

in Style's "Royals
Living in America" article.

David Anderson is second cousin
once removed from the Queen.

His son, James...
- Hmm.

Oh, my gosh. Think of
what we can do for them!

Think about the connections!
You know what this means, right?

I won't have to worry
about rent?

Yes, that, and... another toast.

Hey, Dad!

Hey, kiddo.
How's the business going?

It's great.
In fact, today we just signed

one of the city's
most prestigious families-

the Andersons.
Can you believe it?

Yes, I do because
the pictures you sent

of what you and Colleen
have done are incredible!

Well, maybe you'll get to see
some of our holiday genius

if you come home early
for Christmas this year?

Lauren,
you know I wouldn't miss it

for the world, but I...
might be late this year.

I've just been so busy
with the charity workload

and you know how important
the charity is to the kids

and what it meant to your mom.

Dad, that's amazing!

You know Mom would be over
the moon with what you've done.

That's why I started the food
bank in your mom's name.

Hey, do Colleen and her parents

have a great holiday planned
as always?

You know it!

Cranberry cobbler,
caroling, Christmas charades.

Last year Colleen and I
got "Miracle on 34th Street"

in under 30 seconds.
- That sounds great!

Well, you know,
it looks like I gotta get ready

to catch a plane to Boston.

- You bet. Fly safe, Dad.
- Bye, honey.

Oh, Colleen, I read that article

that you sent me about
the Andersons.

They're really impressive.

Colleen:
I told you they're true royalty!

And I told my mom we were taking
over the kitchen this weekend,

to bake Miss Hewitt's ornaments.
- Oh, awesome.

Wow! We're going to need
a lot of lights.

Yep.

It's a big house.
- We've got this!

Can I help you?

I'm Lauren and this is Colleen.
We're the Christmas coaches.

Oh, yes, of course. Come in.

I'm Joyce Hughes,
the Andersons' housekeeper.

David and Helen are sorry
they couldn't be here,

but they have left you a list of
what they expect to have done.

Do they normally hire a company
to help over the holidays?

Just one that comes to decorate,

but seeing as this year they're
away in London till the 23rd,

they do have a few more things
they need taken care of.

I'll make sure
that you get a guest list

and the venue address.
Did you have any questions?

Well, actually, we usually
sit down with our clients

to find out what they do
over the holidays

so we can help and coach them

into making it
even more special.

With things like
homemade shortbread

instead of store-bought.

Or a favorite carol playlist

to make a personalized
Christmas soundtrack.

Enlisting a secret Santa.

You'll have to make do with
the list, but don't worry.

The Andersons don't make
a big fuss over Christmas.

Not since they moved
from London.

Now, you can decorate everywhere
except for the office

and the bedrooms.

Please feel free to look around

and do whatever it is
you need to do.

We are going to make this
the best Christmas ever.

After all,
they are the Andersons.

I'll check back
with you shortly.

Wow. This list gives us
nothing to work with.

Well, maybe while we're here
we can find some clues

as to who the Andersons
really are. I'll take upstairs.

Okay. I'll take the main floor.
- Okay.

What are you doing?
- Oh!

- You scared me.
- And you are?

Lauren Dale,
your Christmas coach.

And you are James Anderson,
or is it "Lord" or "Duke"?

James will do.
What exactly are you here for?

You hired us... or at least,
your family did.

Maybe they didn't tell you?

We're here to help you
have the best Christmas ever.

And how are you planning
to do that?

We were given this list and...

to give our clients
the best experience,

we try and find out
what kind of things

you usually do during Christmas
so we can add to that

and you can have amazing
Christmases for years to come!

May I see the list?

"Gifts for relatives,
decorate house,

prep Christmas party."

Seems very straightforward.

Yes, it's straightforward
and that's kinda the problem.

See, I was thinking
maybe you could tell us

what your family usually does
during the holidays

so that we can add to it
and get some new ideas

so we can make it
even more great.

It's a very busy time. We don't
need a team, a troop, a squad?

Coach.
We're Christmas coaches.

Right.

Just do what you've been hired
to do and stick to the list.

I mean, he gave me nothing.
Zip. Zero input.

I mean, he's handsome.
- How handsome is he?

So handsome that I was rambling

and following him around
like a puppy dog,

and now I'm worried that we're
not gonna be able to deliver

an amazing Christmas.

I'm sure you girls will do a
great job like you always do.

But Mom, Lauren's right.

The Andersons
are our biggest client to date.

Yeah, we have to hit it
out of the ball park.

Like, way out.

These look good. New recipe?
- One of our clients, Dad.

Ooh, better yet.

Girls, have you thought that
maybe they just want done

what's on the list without
all the bells and the bows?

They might be
a bit more reserved

about this kind of thing.

But they hired us! Bells
and bows is what we're about.

Well then, maybe go
and speak to their son again.

Who knows, maybe you caught him
having a bad day.

Hmm, true. We all have bad days.
Even princes.

I think technically he's a lord

but he doesn't like it
when people call him that.

I'd give him another chance.
You might be surprised.

- Good morning.
- Morning. Any coffee?

- I just made some right there.
- Ah, perfect.

I saw the office light
was still on at midnight.

Just trying to get through
the paperwork

for this Liffton Corp
acquisition.

Liffton.
That sounds familiar.

Probably because you have
some of their packaged goods

in the pantry.
- They're a family business, no?

They are. Been floundering
for some time, though.

Well, this will wake you up.
Your favorite.

Blueberry pancakes.
- I'm sorry, Joyce.

I do not have time
for breakfast this morning.

Just sit for a minute,

because it won't be long before
that house of yours is built

and you won't have me
to make you breakfast anymore.

If they'd just finish
the office, I'd be satisfied.

Come to think of it, you did
tell that decorator lady

that the office here
is off limits, right?

Of course.
Although, I don't see why.

I mean, a few Christmas
decorations in your workspace

would only lift your spirits.

Sorry, I've got to take this.
Maryam, hello.

Right. Well, I'm working
from the house today

so we can meet here
and go over it.

Okay. Buh-bye.

Thank you, Joyce.

Oh!

What are you doing, Miss, um...

Lauren. Um, I didn't know
anyone was home.

Well, I'm home just trying
to get some work done.

Oh, that's too bad.
It's such a beautiful day.

What do you call it?

What do you call what?

Oh, a-a beautiful day
with the sun out

and the sky so blue.

A bluebird's day,
that's what you call it.

Could you slide me that box?

Please?

So, uh, how long do you plan
on doing this all for?

Oh, well your family's house
is pretty big,

so I was thinking maybe all day?

Trust me, you don't need
to do the whole house.

Well, you do put lights up
at Christmas.

Of course.

Great, then we're already
on the right track.

Do you do colorful or white?

- No.
- No lights?

- Huh?
- Huh? What? Lights?

Well, look. Do me a favor

and just try to keep the whole
light show to a dull glow

so we can all
get some work done around here.

- Sure.
- Thank you.

You know,
half the fun is decorating.

I could show you
how we do some of this glow.

Or not.

- Hi, Lauren.
- Hey, Colleen! Where are you?

We might have a little problem,
kind of.

We just got two more clients.

That's great!

- Yeah?
- Yeah, yeah.

Okay. Uh, let's figure this out.
Um...

Why don't you take
the two new ones

and I will handle the Andersons.

- Are you sure?
- You know I've got this.

Okay. Well, it's a huge house.

If you need anything and I mean
anything, you call me, okay?

I'll be fine.

Yes, you will. 'Kay, bye!

Ah, you sure have been busy.

Yeah, but there's
so much house to decorate,

I feel like
I've barely made a dent.

I've made some lunch.

Now come inside and warm up.

I think that is one of the best
shepherd's pie I've tasted!

You're quite welcome.

So, you've been with the
Andersons for a long time, then?

Since James was just
a boy of five.

You must really care about them

to have moved halfway
across the world with them.

They're good people. And they've
always treated me like family.

So then maybe you can tell me
about the days

when they used to go all-out
for Christmas.

Well, when James was a boy
they did it all.

The lights, garland,
a huge tree.

Here, I... I've kept some photos.

Aw!

Christmas was his favorite
time of year.

James loved to build snowmen.

I'd have to bring him
warm drinks

just so he wouldn't freeze.

And what about
some other traditions?

Mmm, I know
a few weeks before Christmas

they'd set out and get a tree.

Other than that,
I couldn't tell you.

Back then, I'd spend the
holidays with my sister.

But I do know
that whatever traditions

they may have had back then

were left behind in England.

Hello. Is James here?

He is, but he's working.

That's what I'm here for.

Oh. Okay, um,
let me get Joyce.

It's okay.
I know where I'm going.

- Joyce!

Joyce!
- It's okay, Miss Dale.

I've got it.

Oh, Lauren, please. "Miss Dale"
makes me sound like I'm 50,

or somebody's mother,
which I'm not.

I'm not even married.

Actually,
my business partner's mom

says that us career
professionals

are too busy for men.
Do you get that too?

- Um...
- Lovely to see you, Maryam.

Let's go to the office.
It should be much quieter.

Good Lord.
It seems like Christmas

has exploded
all over your house out there.

Yes, um, you're telling me.

So, I've revised the paragraph
we discussed

and added another one
which reserves you the right

to pull out of the acquisition
within 30 days

if you're not satisfied.

That's why I love you, Maryam.

You're always looking out
for our best interests.

James, our families go back
such a long way.

I'm not here simply
as your lawyer.

In fact, I heard our parents
were having dinner last night

in London.
- Yes.

They'll be there until the 23rd.

It's funny they've hired
this Christmas coach

to take care of things
around here.

You know,
I don't know why they bothered.

Joyce could've
decorated around here

and my personal secretary
could've planned the party.

I always look forward to your
family's annual Christmas party.

Shall we have
a few too many ciders

like we did
celebrating your huge victory

at that last winter
polo tournament?

You know, I'm so busy
I'll probably just pop in

and make an appearance.

Well, lovely to see you.

- Where is that coming from?
- From your feet!

- My what?
- Your feet.

You're standing on it.
Isn't that great?

Any time someone comes
to your door

they're greeted
by a Christmas carol.

Is this your idea of simple?

I mean, really, what if they
don't like "Jingle Bells"?

Really?
Who doesn't like Jingle Be...

You.
You don't like "Jingle Bells".

I'm sorry. I should have asked.

What carol do you like?

"Joy to the World"?
"The First Noel"? Ooh!

♪ We wish you
a merry Christmas ♪

♪ We wish you
a merry Christmas... ♪

"Deck the Halls".

"Deck the Halls"
is your favorite carol?

That's my favorite carol.

Really? You struck me more

as a "God Rest Ye Merry
Gentlemen" kinda guy.

Well, he's told you
his favorite carol.

Right. I will find a mat
that plays "Deck the Halls".

Well, I must get back to work

and these distractions
aren't helping.

Maryam, lovely to see you.
Buh-bye.

Bye! Nice meeting you.

"Deck the Halls". Got it.

So, did you get all the lights
up at the Andersons?

Yep, all 2,800 of them.

Now I just have to set up
the rig and bam...

we light up the sky!

- So we're not toning it down.
- Oh, no, no, no.

Especially since I found out
that there was actually a time

where the Andersons
went all-out for Christmas.

Really?
How did you find that out?

Did Lord James
warm up to your charm?

Hardly.

I know for some of our clients
they get busy around Christmas

and they have to be coached
a little,

but with James, it's different.

It's like he lost
his Christmas spirit,

or at least left it
back in England.

Look. I know how excited
you get this time of year

and it is infectious.

Plus, it's what we do!

And what could be more special

than being coached on
how wonderful Christmas can be?

You know what? You're right.

I'm going to make this
the best Christmas

James Anderson has ever had.

By the time
I'm through with him,

he's not gonna be able
to think of anything

but ChChristmas.
- All right!

Hello? James?

Anyone?

- Good morning.
- Morning.

What do you think?

Berries or bows?
- Oh, um...

- Berries, I think.
- Okay.

Actually, no, wait.
I think we always had bows.

Great!

Joyce?

Yes.

I thought we told Miss Dale...

Lauren...
that the office was off limits.

- I did.
- Then what's this then?

Oh, that looks lovely!

That's rather beside the point,
isn't it?

Don't be such a Scrooge,
James Anderson!

Take a cue from that Santa and
put a smile on your own face.

In fact, you should thank Lauren
for being so thoughtful.

'Tis Christmastime after all.

Whoa!

I was just coming to see you.

I'm sorry.
I wasn't paying attention.

So, I'm assuming
you're responsible

for the flower and Santa
in my office.

Plant.
Poinsettias are actually plants.

They don't bloom
like flowers do.

It's actually their leaves
that change color.

So tell me, did you graduate
from the College of Christmas

- or something?
- Wow. Um, no.

But thanks for thinking I did.
That would be amazing, though,

wouldn't it be?
We'd have like, Gift-giving 101

and Decorating Ed. and the
cafeteria would have stuffing

and cranberry cobbler. It'd be
like Christmas dinner every day!

Cranberry cobbler, I don't think
I've ever tried that.

We could add it to your
Christmas dinner menu

if you'd like. Or...
unless there's something else

that you'd prefer
that you usually have?

I'm sure whatever you decide
will be fine.

And thank you
for the plant and Santa.

Well, I couldn't find a mat
that played "Deck the Halls"

so I figured the Santa
was the next best thing.

It does the trick.

You know,
I was thinking of going outside

and building a snowman
out front during my break?

It's perfect packing snow
and how can you not smile

every time you see a snowman
on someone's house?

And how much fun
is building a snowman, right?

Yeah. Right. Well,
I'm sure with your enthusiasm,

you'll have plenty of fun.

I know you want the deal done
before Christmas, Dad.

I'm pushing Dean Liffton
to make it happen.

All right, I'll have Maryam
draw up the paperwork.

Uh, yes,
we had dinner this week.

Oh no, it was just dinner.

By the way, what do you know
of this Christmas coach?

Oh, no, she's fine.
Not to worry.

All right, send Mum my love.

I'll see you both
in a couple weeks. Buh-bye.

- Oh, hey! What do you think?
- That's not bad, except...

Oh. What? What is it?
Did I put his head on crooked?

No, no. You see,
when I was young,

any time we'd build a snowman
it was always tradition

that he'd wear
my grandfather's old hat.

Wow! I love it.

Then here.
You do the honors.

Oh no, no.
You can put it on.

No. No. Please.
This is your tradition.

Now, that is one
sharp-looking snowman.

Oh, what is it? D'ah...
did I make his head too small?

Or maybe... maybe it's too big.
- No, no.

It's just...
I'd usually give him a scarf.

Oh. I'm sure I've got one
in here. Oh, yep. Here we are.

You know, and a shovel
instead of a broom.

Um, I feel like
there must be one in the garage.

Or better yet,
why don't you just help me

make a second snowman?

Oh, no, no. I'm far too busy.

Well, you're already out here.

And if we do it together,
it won't take much time at all.

Well, uh, all right.

But I do have a conference call
I cannot miss.

You got it. I'll start rolling
the base and you do the middle.

All right,
but no snowball fight. Deal?

Deal.

Found it.

You know, that's the very one

I used to shovel the walk
when I was a kid.

- Really?
- Yeah.

Why do you sound surprised?

Oh, I'm not. It's just, uh,

I think it's nice
that you shoveled the walk.

Oh, my father always said
that work helps build character

and leisure softens it.

Now, all she needs is a hat.

"She"?

Don't you think
William needs a girlfriend?

William? Really?

It was my grandfather's name.

Oh.
Well, I think you're right.

I think it would get kind of
cold and lonely out here

for William.

There.

Now, William can't resist Kate.

Joyce:
Here we are.

A little something
to warm you two elves up,

and I hope you like
whipped cream

because that's how James
loves his hot chocolate.

- Really?
- Sure, when I was maybe ten.

Well, I love whipped cream.
So, thank you, Joyce.

Now, if you two
want some more warming up,

I've made a fire inside.

Right.

Well, would you like to go in?

Actually, I prefer
the taste of hot chocolate

outside on a cold day. Don't you
think it tastes better that way?

I never noticed.

Really? You have to try it.

- Well?
- I think you may be right.

So how did you get started in
this whole Christmas business?

Well, I think it was my mom
who inspired me.

She loved Christmas
and she poured it all

into her charity,
Holiday Hearts,

so everyone could experience
the magic of Christmas.

When she passed,
my dad took it over.

And I think it helped him but,

now it's bigger
than she ever imagined

and he's so busy at the holidays
that I barely get to see him.

I guess I can't complain.

He's helping people's
Christmas wishes come true.

Well, I'm sorry
I haven't been more helpful.

It's been particularly busy
here. I'd better get inside.

It's time for my call.

But if you need any help,

you obviously know
where to find me.

You got it.

And keep warm.

Mm-hm.

I can't believe you got him
outside making snowmen.

Honestly, like you said.

It was like he needed
a little coaching

to be reminded of how amazing
this time of year is.

Okay, check this out.

This is the venue the Andersons
have been using

for their Christmas ball.

What do you think?

I think we could decorate
this room to the hilt.

You know?
Use some festive chair covers,

centerpieces.
But it's still a hotel.

This is the Andersons
we're talking about.

Their family's
so rich in history.

I feel like their venue
should reflect that.

But Lauren,
you know we'd be hard-pressed

to find another venue
two weeks before Christmas.

I know, but I have an idea...
percolating.

Which will come to me
while I'm doing

the Andersons' gift shopping,
which is not going to be easy.

Have you seen that list?
- Oh, I saw it.

- Great. Wish me luck.
- Good luck!

Aunt Fiona.

What would an Aunt Fiona want?

"Hello, my name is Aunt Fiona.

"I came all the way from London
to attend this party."

What did you think
of the latest offer?

I think it's more than fair.

The question is
if Dean will go for it?

He'd be foolish not to.

What you're offering
for his company

will take care
of Dean and his family

for quite some time.

In fact, we could deliver the
offer to Dean in the polo lounge

right after practice.

Hello?

Lauren: Hey, James!
It's Lauren.

I'm video calling you.
- Pardon me.

One second.

Lauren: I need to get your
opinion on some gifts.

Oh, what is that on your head?

It's a hat, for your Aunt Fiona.

I think it's a bit much.

Aunt Fiona's
a bit more practical.

Okay, then what about this one?

She doesn't live in the arctic.

Well, where does she live?

I mean, I assume it's in London

but honestly,
I have no idea what to get her.

My mom always taught me
that a gift

should have some thought
behind it,

and I have no idea
about anything

about anyone on this list.

Maybe you could help me?

Point me in a direction?

Um, all right. I could meet you
in about an hour.

Yes, that would be great! Um,
I'm at the shops on Wellington.

I think I'll find you.

It's funny, I thought hiring
a Christmas planner

meant you didn't
have to do anything.

They took care of it.
- She has,

but these Christmas coaches like
to make things more special,

personal.

Well, will you be by later?
You do need the practice

if you hope to keep up with me
on the field.

You know I love a challenge.

I'll see you in a couple hours.

So, that is definitely
not more practical.

Oh, thank goodness
because I'm at a complete loss.

I mean, I think
that this says Aunt Fiona

but obviously I'm wrong.
So tell me, what's she like?

She loves to travel but has to
complain about all her trips.

We'll get her a travel journal

where she can write about all
her adventures and complaints.

And uh, what about this?

I was thinking maybe
for your assistant Kelly

or for cousin Candace?

My mum.

Really? You don't think she'd
prefer a cashmere scarf or...

I saw these beautiful
snowflake earrings.

When I was a boy,
my mum and I would go skating

on this frozen pond
we had on our property.

I looked forward to it
every Christmas.

See, that's why
this would be perfect.

And don't you think it's better
when there's thought

behind the gift that you give?

Which is what brings me

to one of the most important
people on the list - Joyce.

What about something
for the kitchen?

Really? And why don't we get her
a vacuum while we're at it?

I get it.

She's not just a housekeeper.
She's family.

In fact,
ever since we moved from London,

she's spent every holiday
with us.

Family.
That's what we'll get her.

- Sorry, I'm not sure I follow.
- You'll see.

Now, we just need to figure out
another 18 people on this list.

- 18.
- That's right.

What about your secretary Kelly?
What's she like?

Animal lover. Huge.

Okay. So we'll adopt her
an animal in her name

at a conservation.

That's a really good idea.

You know,
you're very good at this.

Maybe.

Wow. Your family
is really generous.

I bet you bring a lot of people
a lot of joy.

Thanks to your help, we will.

You know, you could deliver
some of these yourself.

I could help you,
seeing as you helped me today.

You know, it'll feel
really good. Trust me.

Gift-giving 101.

Oh, something like that.

Well, I would love to
but not today.

Right now, I should be
at polo practice.

Polo like with the horses?

Yeah, our club holds a polo
tournament for charity

every Christmas.
- In the snow?

That's why practice
is important.

So the horses get used
to the surface of the snow.

Does it bother them?

No, they're like well-trained
athletes, only better cared for.

Um, I can arrange to have Kelly

get all this wrapped
for you tonight.

Oh, no, no, no. My...
Wrapping's kind of my specialty.

Of course it is.

Um, well,

I should be on my way.

I'll see you later. Thank you.

Thank you.

- You've got it all?
- Yeah.

Okay.

Wow.

Looks like your shopping trip
was successful.

It was.

In fact, James came with me.

Seriously?

He actually went
Christmas shopping?

He did. And we actually had
a lot of fun.

And he said he'd come deliver
some of these gifts with me

so he could experience
the real joy of giving.

I was also thinking
I would do a surprise

to remind him of some of
his family's old traditions.

I don't think I've ever seen you
quite this excited

over a client before.

Well, it is the Andersons,

and you yourself said

that we need to knock it
out of the park.

And you also said
I have to remind him

how great Christmas is,

which is gonna make it
the best Christmas ever

so that's just what I'm doing!

Right, except I know you
and that glow you're sporting

is exactly the same as the one
you had in tenth grade

when you were so in love
with Grant Patterson.

I'm not!

It's just... it's James Anderson.

I mean, he plays polo
and comes from royalty.

And he also goes shopping
and makes snowmen with you.

So I don't think it's a matter
of what you are but who you are

and you, my friend...
are pretty darn awesome.

I am, aren't I?

Yes, you are.

Is there something
I can help you with, James?

I was just thinking
it might be nice

to add a few Christmas
decorations to the boardroom,

lift everyone's spirits
and whatnot.

Oh, um, yeah.
Let me see what I can do.

Oh, no, no.

It's all right, Kelly.

Just...

Would you pass me
that bowl of candy canes?

Thank you.

Oh, and do let me know the
moment Dean Liffton has arrived.

Of course.

And once again, we will do right
by your company.

Candy cane?

Lauren.

What are you doing here?

Oh!
Did I forget to mention?

We have an appointment
to go Christmas tree picking.

We do? Is it in my book?

Mm-hm. Yeah,
it's a family tradition.

They used to do it
every Christmas.

I do remember you calling.
Yes.

Oh. I'm sorry, I missed it.
It's right there.

And picking the right tree
is very important.

In fact, we have a clause
in our agreement

that states that every client
is responsible

to help pick out their own tree.

Really?
Can I see that agreement?

Mm-hm. Yep, sure.
It's just, uh,

you wouldn't be able
to see it on my phone

'cause the print's so small.

Okay? Let's go.

Have fun!

One more tree for me this year!

Man: One more tree.

Got my discount card.

All right. This way!
All right.

So, tell me about
some of the things

your family did
over the holidays?

Like, your grandfather's hat on
the snowman and the candy cane?

Well, there was
this one tradition

that started
the year I was born,

when my father
tucked an envelope

into the branches
of our Christmas tree

and inside was
a donation slip to a charity.

Every year after that
he added another envelope

so that by the time I turned 18,

there were 18 envelopes
tucked into our tree.

Wow, that's incredible.

How many envelopes
do you have now?

Actually,
the year we moved from London,

my parents started hosting
a Christmas party

for all their new friends
and associates

and since we had a tree
at the venue,

we didn't bother
with one at home.

So, my father
just asked all the guests

to make a private donation

to whatever charity
he chose that year.

I know it all still went
to a good cause,

but to be honest, I preferred
the envelopes in the tree.

So would I.

Well, what about you?
Did you have any traditions?

We did.
When my mom was busy baking,

my dad and I
would visit the residents

at the local seniors' home.

He'd play piano
and we'd get them to join us

for a Christmas sing-along.

It was one of my favorite things
to do.

- Stop.
- What?

That's the one.

Lauren:
Are you sure?

I'm positive. That's our tree.

See, I told you.
Only you could know.

Let's do this!

So, I'll just
shovel it out a bit.

Good idea.

All right! Would you...

..would you pass me the saw?

Yes. Oh!

Careful.

Um, this is a really big tree.

Not as big
as the one I had planned

for your family's
Christmas party, but... big.

Um...

Well, all right.
Get ready to call "timber".

Okay.

Joyce, what's all this?

The fridge has given up on me
but the repairman's on his way.

I'm just getting ready.

So, I suppose you have no time

to help us find
some tree ornaments, then?

Well, not when I need to bake
for my cookie exchange

before all these perishables
go to waste.

But you'll find them
in the attic

in the boxes
labelled "Christmas".

Ooh, I bet we'll find
all sorts of goodies up there.

To the attic!

I knew it!

Look at all this stuff,
it's amazing!

I'd forgotten about that,
and these.

My mum and I used to line
the walkway with these

every Christmas.

Why'd you stop?

I don't know.
I suppose after we moved here

my father became busy,
as did my mum,

and seeing as
I wasn't a boy anymore,

we all just grew out of it.
It makes sense.

When you stop being a child,

you stop making a fuss
about stuff like that.

Not when it comes to Christmas.

That's something
we should never grow out of.

Well, the ornaments are there.

We should find that star
and get a move on.

Okay, but these
are coming with us.

Oh! And this.

And look what was hiding
back here!

Now, before we start
I have to say,

I can't decorate a tree
without carols,

but that kind of goes
without saying, right?

We do have a Bluetooth system,
if you have any on your phone,

which... of course you do.

Oh... Maryam, I'm sorry.
I didn't hear the door.

It's all right, Joyce let me in.
What's going on here?

Lauren:
Tree decorating.

It's a long-standing
Anderson tradition.

Well, I thought we could
celebrate the good news,

seeing as Liffton Corp
is officially yours.

Well, my father's, really.

As sole heir, I believe it's
safe to say it's yours, as well,

not to mention
you closed the deal.

So, why don't we
head to the club?

Roy and the others
should be there.

We could open
a bottle of bubbly?

We just put up the tree

and Lauren could use
a bit of help, so...

Oh.

Don't you have an associate
that could help with that?

I do, but Colleen is wrapped up
in a gravy sampling right now.

But if you have to go, I...

Why don't we raise a glass
another time,

at the Christmas party
with my father?

Of course.

Perfect.
I'll show you to the door.

Congratulations.

Just so you know, I'm going to
hold you to that drink

at the Christmas party
by accompanying you.

That way, at least I know
we'll get to celebrate.

Of course. Sounds great.

Take care.

Shall we carry on?

Let's do it.

But first...

here. I know it's not
a bottle of bubbly,

but congratulations.

Thank you.

- Straight?
- Yeah.

You know, call me crazy,

but you don't seem that happy
about this deal.

It's a great acquisition,

it just means Dean Liffton's
lost his family business.

Don't get me wrong.
We gave him a generous sum

so he and his family
will be well cared for, but...

- It meant a lot to him.
- It did.

After all, he built it
from the ground up.

So in other words, you just
bought his life's work.

Well, we'd better get back
to decorating.

Any holes?

Not that I can see
but you're the expert.

I think we're done.

Do you smell that?

Pine again.

And?

Is that cinnamon?

And sugar! Only one
of the best combos there is!

Come on!

Ooh!

Should we?

How could we resist?

No. Wait.

We should have a toast first.
- To what?

Well, you just closed that deal

and we just finished
decorating the tree,

and I think I saw some egg nog
in the fridge.

Got it!

You know, Colleen and I try and
make a toast every single day

to remind ourselves of how much
we have to be thankful for.

- Hmm!
- Mm-hm.

Here you go.

Thank you.

Oh, my gosh! You ate it!

What? No!

Yes, you did!

I can see the crumbs
on your face!

I'm sorry, I... I didn't realize
how hungry I was?

That's okay.
I kinda like that you did it.

It shows that
you're not always so uptight.

Cheers!

Wait, what?
You think I'm uptight?

Mm!

This egg nog is really good.

I am not uptight!

I will have you know I used to
be the life of the party.

- Really?
- That's right, he was.

He danced till dawn.

- See? Not uptight.
- Hmm.

Who's been eating my cookies?

- He has.
- She...

You know those were
for my cookie exchange

and these are all I have!

So go on, both of you.
Out, out.

Darn! I wish I'd
snagged one of those cookies!

You mean like this?

When did you get those?!

When you were selling me out.

Oh, please.
Like you didn't try.

All right. I'll share
one of these with you

but it means we're in
this conspiracy together.

- Deal.
- Wait.

I think we better shake on it.

I always honor a handshake.

So do I.

So, tomorrow is gift-giving day.

Hmm.

Have you reached out to Kelly...

Of course. Of course you have.

So, um,
I guess I'll see you tomorrow.

That you shall.

And don't forget
to hide all the evidence.

Oh! Um...

So, um, you gave, uh, Lauren
Kelly's number.

Right, no worries there.

Busy, busy bee with...

phone calls and um,
acquisitions and...

So, how goes
the Anderson Christmas?

Oh, it's going.

But I had a thought.

What if we were to make their
Christmas party smaller,

something more personal
for close friends and family?

Hmm. How would we do that?

We have a guest list.
- Right.

Maybe even making the venue
more intimate?

Maybe doing something
at their house.

I don't know.
Either that could go really well

or not well at all.

Well, we still have three days
until we lose the deposit.

But for now, I've got
a delivery date with Sir James.

So the Anderson Christmas
is going really well.

We'll see.

- Have fun!
- Bye!

All right, Santa. First stop.

Kelly: Yes, that's right.
For four o'clock, thank you.

James, I...

I didn't think you were coming
in. Did something come up?

Merry Christmas, Kelly.

You can open it now,
if you care to, of course.

James, this is such
a nice surprise. Thank you.

An elephant! Thank you.

I love elephants.

I've adopted you one.
A real one.

In a reserve, of course.
His name is Biboa,

and you can actually
go online and see him

and read about
his daily progress.

James, I... I don't know
what to say. Thank you.

Merry Christmas, Kelly.

Merry Christmas, Lauren.

So, how did that feel?

How many more stops
do we have to make?

Uh, about a dozen.

But we can only just do
as many as you'd like.

Let's do them all.

Well, that was honestly

the most satisfying day
I've experienced

in a really long time.

Well, you're in luck because
the day's not over yet.

We are going to carry out
one of your family traditions.

- We are?
- Yes, we are.

Wow. It's been so long.

I'm not sure
I'd even remember how.

Trust me,
it's like riding a bike.

You never forget.

Joyce has gone
to all the trouble

of digging up these skates

so why don't you go upstairs and
change and then we'll head off?

What's wrong
with what I'm wearing?

Nothing.

It's just, you might wanna
slip into something

a little more comfortable.

All right.

Joyce?

Joyce!

Wow.

What is this room?

Lauren! I thought
I heard someone in here.

I see you found
the hot chocolate.

I did, yes.

The door was open, so...

So, what is this,
like, a ballroom?

I suppose
you could call it that,

though it rarely gets used.

So, I take it
James agreed to go skating.

He's upstairs getting ready.

Well, I never thought
I would see the day

when James would put on
a pair of skates again.

So, good for you.

This is perfect!

May I have this dance?

Yes, you may.

Who are you talking to?

No, no one. Uh... myself.
I do that sometimes.

Huh.

But I really like your sweater!

It's not too formal?

No. Well, your scarf
is a little wound-up.

That's better.

So, you wanna hit the ice?

Yeah, let's do it.

- Need a little help?
- No, no. I'm fine.

- You sure?
- Yeah.

See?
Just like riding a bike.

So, are you always this hands-on
with your clients?

Of course! This is what we do.
Christmas coaching.

And it's kinda fun, right?

Well, speaking of hands...

So, where are some of the things
you've done for other clients?

Well, this year we got
a client's old family recipe

and baked cookies so they could
decorate their tree with them.

They were so good.
We should get Joyce the recipe.

And uh, oh!
We had these other clients who...

she had a nativity scene
on her family's mantle

when she was growing up
at Christmas.

They lost it in a move.
She was so sad.

She said she couldn't find
anything like it,

so we made this amazing
outdoor nativity scene

hoping it would bring her
the same joy.

- And did it?
- What do you think?

Of course it did.
That's what you do.

Can you feel your toes?

I'm not so sure.
Is my nose still on my face?

Don't worry, Rudolph.
It's still there.

Well, we're in luck 'cause Joyce
made us some hot chocolate.

That woman is a saint.
Shall we?

So, tell me.
You do all this work

to ensure that everyone else's
Christmases are the best,

but what about yours?

What would your number-one
Christmas wish be?

Well, I guess it would be
for my dad to be able

to spend more time with me
at Christmas,

but I understand that
what he's doing is important.

I mean, he's in Boston right now
opening a food bank.

How amazing is that?

That must be very rewarding,

giving instead of always taking.

Well, maybe you could offer
to work with Dean.

That way, you'd still get
something out of it

and he still gets
to keep his company.

That's not what we do.

Well, maybe it's time
you tried something new.

But, this day is not over.

Because, seeing isn't believing.

Believing is seeing.

You know it?

The Santa Clause.
It's one of my favorite movies!

Ah, well, you know, Colleen and
I like to stay up late

during the holidays and have
a Christmas movie marathon.

And since we're all about
coaching our clients

into having
new holiday traditions,

how about 1, 2, and 3?

But it's gonna need
a massive amount of popcorn.

Are you game?
- I'm game.

Does that mat
have an off switch?

I think Joyce has gone to bed.

I know! I'm sorry.
I should just get rid of it.

No, no, no.
I don't dislike it.

You don't really like it.

I didn't mean that.
Leave it. I like it.

I like it all.

I'll get the popcorn.

I dyed the popcorn red and green

'cause you can use the leftovers
as string...

James?

James?

Lauren:
It's quite the room.

Reminds me of our ballroom
back home in London.

Oh, the one that you used to
tear up the dance floor with?

You don't believe
I can dance, do you?

No.

I'm a lord,
of course I can dance!

Well, great.

Take my hand.

No, no, no, no.
I don't dance.

Like, I don't
fancy ballroom dance.

I do dance alone

in my apartment
when no one's watching me...

Just stop talking.
Give me your hand,

and follow my lead.

Don't look down.

Stop looking at your feet.
Look up here.

Okay.

That's good. You're learning.

Yeah!
You're not so bad yourself.

- You ready for the big spin?
- I don't know.

Oh!

I... I'd really like it

if you could come
to the polo tournament tomorrow.

I'd love to.

I'm sorry.

That's Maryam.

It must be about
the Dean Liffton deal.

I... I must call her back.

Of course.

Hey! Great news.

I found a new venue
for the Anderson party.

That's good news.
Where is it?

At their house.

Okay. Do they know this?

Not yet,
but once I get it all set up,

there's no way
they'll be disappointed.

And I can just tell
James is gonna love it.

So other than finding the venue,
how was the day?

- Oh, fine.
- Just "fine"?

Yeah, I don't know. I mean...

For a minute there,

I thought maybe thinks of me
as more than just the help.

But then Maryam called and
suddenly the evening was over,

so, I don't know.

Who's Maryam?

His lawyer, his friend,
his polo partner.

Polo? That's fancy.

Yeah, he's invited me
to a snow polo tournament.

Well, that's something.

Maybe, or maybe he's just
being charitable.

Or maybe he actually
wants you to be there. So,

you know what?

Get a fancy hat
or whatever they do,

and forget about that Maryam
woman and go and have fun!

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

Did you get my message?

I did. I'm sorry I didn't
get back to you. I just...

I had something I wanted
to run by Dean Liffton first.

Really? What was that?

I made him a new offer -

to partner with him instead
of buying his company outright.

And he was absolutely thrilled.
Isn't that great?

Actually it's not, James.

It means that you take on
the financial burden

while he maintains control.

That's what's great about it,
Maryam.

See, I didn't want to buy
a man's life's work,

something he poured
his heart into,

especially not at Christmas!

Well, I'm not sure what
Christmas has to do with it.

But I guess we'll see
how your father takes it.

Woo! Yeah! Go, James!

Woo-hoo!

Woo-hoo.

Today was exhilarating.

Reminded me of the old days-

you and I
racing my father's horses.

Oh, I see you brought
your Christmas decorator.

I just thought she'd enjoy the
tournament. In fact, I should...

Hi, James!

Oh. There's Dean.

Let's talk to him
about the new partnership.

Dean, hello.

He's from a different world,
Colleen.

One in which
I clearly don't fit.

I'm not a lawyer or a duchess
or even a socialite.

I'm just a struggling
entrepreneur

who apparently moonlights
as a waitress.

Hey. Who's the one
making the difference here?

You are.

You might think that, but
that doesn't mean that he does,

even if it is true.

Well, there's only one way
to find out,

and that is to go for it.

Okay. You're right.

I'm gonna go for it!

Yes, you will!

Cheers.

Hello? James?

Joyce:
There you are.

I was just about to call you.

The Andersons
have returned a day early.

They didn't want to get held up

in that snowstorm
headed for the coast.

So, we backed them into a corner

and gave them less than 48 hours
to take it, and they did.

Well, that's brilliant.
Simply brilliant.

It was.

Except James tore up that deal
and made a new one,

to partner with Dean.

- Really?
- Lauren: That's great.

I mean, he wasn't happy
taking away his company.

David, Helen, this is Lauren,

one of the Christmas coaches
you hired.

Can I say that you have done
a remarkable job?

I mean, the decorations,
the gifts.

The snowmen.

I haven't seen my father's
house look this alive in years.

Well, James helped me
with the snowmen.

Is he here?

I believe he's on a call.

I'll just let him know
you're here.

So, how are the party
preparations coming along?

Great, but there have been
a few changes.

- Such as?
- The venue.

See, I thought it would be more
personal and intimate

if we just did it here.

And you've got
that incredible ballroom

which easily accommodates
everyone on the guest list,

and it was no problem at all

sending out an e-vite
with the new venue

and everybody's responded, so...

Have you cleared this
with anyone?

No. But James said himself

that your parties
used to be family affairs

and that everybody would dance
or at least James would

'cause he was the life
of the party,

so I just thought it would be
really festive, don't you think?

Well, um...

you seem to have it all sorted
out, so I don't see why not.

Great!

And I really do think
that you're going to love it.

We have an ice sculpture
coming in and snow,

and I've already
notified the caterers

to do special Christmas
hors d'oeuvres

like strawberry Santa hats

or chicken crescents
shaped like a wreath,

or um, pomegranate pistachio
crostini, and...

Well, seeing as I'm accompanying
James to the party,

at least he won't
have to pick me up.

Oh, that's lovely, Maryam.

You two were always
so inseparable as kids,

so it only seems natural

that you would've found your way
back together.

Well, I better get back
to the office, make some calls,

make sure everything's set
for the big day.

And it was really nice
meeting you both finally.

I promise the party
won't disappoint.

Was that Lauren I just heard?

- Um, the Christmas coach?
- That's right.

She's just gone back
to the office

but she told us
that the Christmas party

is going to be here, at the
house. Did you know that?

No. That's a wonderful idea.

And what of your decision
to give back Liffton Corp?

Mmm?

I believe it was
the right thing to do.

And after all, it was
Dean Liffton's life's work.

All right. I'm also on board.

Helen:
Good.

Now come with me, David,

and let's unpack
that tux of yours

or it won't be pressed
in time for the party.

Yes, dear.

Colleen:
So, did you go for it?

- Not exactly.
- What happened?

Oh, just the obvious.

Of course he'd wanna be
with Maryam.

She's much better suited
for him,

with their history and the polo.

His parents already
approve of it.

I'm sure
they wouldn't approve of me.

I can't even ride a horse.

I'm sorry, Laur.

At least they were happy
with the work we did,

including the venue change.

Hey, the work "you" did.
This one was all you.

You know what?
I think we should toast to that.

Maybe not tonight.

I'll see you tomorrow.

So, I'm thinking
we need more gold

and maybe some more bows,

and I think we should do more
with these silver bells.

Aren't they adorable?

Looks like you're running this
like a well-oiled machine.

Well, it isn't my first
Christmas party.

So, I take it you'll be
at the party tonight.

Of course.

You know, to do my job and
make sure everything goes well.

Great.
So I'll see you later then.

You bet.

You look lovely, by the way.

Thank you.

Okay!

Fiona!
So nice to see you.

Merry Christmas.

I trust you enjoyed
your Thames river cruise?

Aunt Fiona.
Lovely to see you.

Allow me to get you a drink.

You can tell me all about
how dreadful your trip was.

David: Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas, Astrid.
Lovely to see you.

Oh, Lauren,
there's a tray coming through!

The ballroom looks spectacular.

Oh, thank you, Joyce.

You know, you've really done
a great job for the Andersons.

Well, I couldn't have done it
without you.

- I'll see you out there!
- Okay. Be careful!

And they controlled the ball
for most of the game.

Full penalties,
zero time-outs left,

seven seconds on the clock,

60 yards from the end zone,

and then bam! He threw
a long bomb and they won it!

Sounds like quite the game.

Um, Peter,
why don't you tell Candice here

about the time
you went to the championship?

You into sports? Lemme tell ya,
best game I'd ever seen.

James. There you are.

Maryam. You look beautiful.

You look quite dapper yourself.

So, are we still celebrating?

- We are.
- Your father was on board?

He was.

Then how 'bout that drink?

I'll be right back.

Lauren:
Uh, gather round, everyone.

I don't mean
to interrupt the festivities

but if I could everyone's
attention for just a moment.

Thank you.

I would like
to take this opportunity

to first thank our hosts
this evening,

David and Helen Anderson,

for opening their home
to host everyone

for this very special
time of year.

Christmas means so many things
to so many,

but for all of us,
it should be about

opening our hearts
and our doors to others,

because Christmas
is the season of giving,

and the Andersons
have celebrated this

in so many ways over the years.

But this year
we're going to take it back

to where it all started,

with a tradition,

which I know means
so much to them.

So if you could,

with the envelopes
you were sent,

help me finish decorating
this tree.

James, did you know about this?

- No.
- It's incredible.

It's just like
what we used to do as a family.

Well, I should go thank Lauren.

And you should dance with Dad.

Yes. Yes, you should.

What's a woman got to do
to get a drink around here?

Maryam. Sorry,
I got distracted by the tree.

You can make it up to me
with a dance,

before the song's over.

Well, what a success!

Thank you,

and it wouldn't have been
possible without your support.

Well, you've brought a lot
of sparkle into this house.

Well then,
I guess my job here is done.

Are you sure about that?

I am.

Merry Christmas, Joyce.

You and I go back a long way,
James.

As do our families.

I mean,
we have the same friends,

we move in the same circles
socially and for business.

It has me thinking that maybe we
could be in sync in other ways.

What I'm trying to say is...

perhaps we could spend
some more time together,

not just as old friends.

Maryam, I adore you,
as you know.

But.

But I think we're better
as friends.

In fact,
I think we're brilliant.

Yes.

Yes, we are.

Although, I think you may be
a tad more brilliant than I.

I mean, you were right in what
you did with the Liffton deal.

Although I think
you may have a certain...

Christmas coach to credit

for making you shine
a bit more brightly.

Well, if I didn't need
a drink before.

At least let me.

No. It's your party.
Enjoy it.

Merry Christmas, James.

Merry Christmas, Maryam.

Peter: The defense was
all over the place.

They'd been trying
to push the ball down the field

for three quarters with no luck.

I mean, what were they thinking?

I know, they should've kicked.

Exactly. At least it would've
gotten them on the board.

Well then all they need is a
two-point conversion to win it.

I'm James' cousin Peter.

I'm Maryam.

Another drink, Maryam?

Please.

So, Peter.

Do you play polo?

I do play polo.

- Have you seen Lauren?
- Yes, I did.

But she just left.

Lauren!
Why are you leaving?

The party's not over yet.

I know, but my job is
pretty much done here, so.

Right, of course.

And you've done your job
remarkably.

I mean,
the envelopes in the tree.

In fact, I'll be delivering each
one to their designated charity

personally,

along with the proceeds
from the polo tournament,

which will be going
to your mother's charity.

Thank you, James.

You've really shown
true Christmas spirit.

The thanks belongs to you.

Maybe I helped a little.

Well,
it's one day before Christmas

and I have a lot to do,
so I should go.

Of course.

Uh, Lauren.

This has been the best Christmas
we've had in a long time.

It's what we do.

Merry Christmas, James.

Merry Christmas, Lauren.

You okay?

Yeah, I'm great!
It's Christmas Eve.

Best time of year, right?

Come on.

I've got an extra buttery
batch of popcorn

to get us through
this Christmas movie marathon.

- The Santa Clause?
- Mm-hm. 1, 2, and 3.

- Okay.
- Okay.

No pancakes this morning.

We have a fridge
full of leftovers

and in a couple of hours,

I need to start prepping
for the Christmas Eve dinner.

I'm not here for pancakes,
Joyce.

I just thought
you should open this early.

- Oh, why is that?
- You'll see.

Is this...

Joyce, you're like family to us,

but I know how much
you miss your sister.

Oh, James Anderson, come here!

Now, you better get packing

because that flight
leaves in six hours

which will get you to your
sister's for Christmas morning.

But what about
the family dinner?

We can manage.

Helen:
Manage what?

Joyce will be visiting
with her sister for Christmas.

Oh, Joyce.

How lovely!

Yes, of course we can manage!

Are we expecting Maryam
for dinner tonight?

James:
Maryam? No.

Really?
But your father and I thought

since you were attending
the party together that...

- Is that what you thought?
- Mm-hm.

Maryam and I
will always be good friends.

Well, I think a few others may
have thought that last night.

Oh.

Right, is that why she...

Sorry, Mum.
I've got to dash off.

Joyce, thank you.
And merry Christmas.

Lauren:
Okay, um... uh, Scrooge.

No, uh, A Christmas Story.
No... oh, Grinch!

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Yeah!

How do you girls do it?

It's Christmas Eve, Dad.
It's just what we do.

Are you girls expecting anyone?

No.

- Sorry, Dad.
- So good, ungh!

- I think that was a record.
- So good.

Like it was only three seconds.

Man: I hope I'm not intruding,
Jeanette.

Of course not!

Dad?

- Hey, kiddo!
- Oh!

Oh, my gosh!

How are you here?

I got a call from a young man

who arranged to get
some extra help for me

so I could make it here early

so I could give my daughter the
one Christmas wish she wanted.

I missed you, kiddo!

I've missed you too!

Oh, we can go caroling
at the retirement home

and you can see all the work
that Colleen and I have done

and you can play charades!
- Who called you?

I did.

How did you find him?

I made a few calls and
tracked him down in Boston.

You work so hard

to make sure everyone else's
Christmas is spectacular.

I thought you deserved the same.

I mean, what you did for
my family was truly incredible.

There's just one thing.

What, did I forget something?

No, no.

I wanted to tell you what made
my Christmas so special.

What?

You.

Don't tell me now of all times
you've got nothing to say.

I think that pretty much
says it all, don't you think?

So, now what?

Haven't I taught you
anything about Christmas?

Clearly I need more coaching.

Look, James, it's snowing!

Come on.

If only we had
some hot chocolate.

Merry Christmas, James.

Merry Christmas, Lauren.