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Good morning.

Morning.

How are you?

A new tomahawk.

Looks good, Robert E. Thank you.

Can I hold it?

Be careful.

Molly's been teaching me.

I got it.

Got what? We're going to do something different this Christmas service.

Something inspired.

And what's that?

A living nativity.

A what?

The nativity scene, but with actual people from the town playing the parts

Joseph, Mary, and the shepherds. Like a play.

Exactly, Brian.

And we can have costumes and music.

And we'll have cows and sheep for the manger.

That's right.

And I was hoping that you two would help me build the manger.

Sure.

Oh, that's wonderful.

I'll go spread the word. This is going to be the best Christmas ever.

Excuse me.

Uh, can I help you, ma 'am?

I hope so.

We've just arrived in town, and I'm in need of a horse and carriage.

Don't got much in the way of a carriage right now, but I got a bug boy for sale.

That'll be fine.

Just around back.

Now, follow me.

Here we are back here. And what I'll do, I'll hit your horse.

Get away.

Hey.

You ready to go?

Yeah.

Wipe that drool off your chin.

What drool?

Sully and Rubber D are going to build the manger.

There's going to be sheep and cows and everything.

I think it's a wonderful idea.

Oh, speaking of which, Brian, I ordered you a new suit for the curriculum study.

I saw it in one of Lauren's catalogs.

It's a handsome burgundy roundabout.

Burgundy?

But I wanted to play a part in the living nativity.

I think it's rather more for the adults, Brian.

You'll see, you're going to love the new suit.

Would anyone like more pie?

I think I'm a duck.

I'd love some more, Colleen.

I think I'd like some to go with it, though.

Yes, that's nice.

Boris, what are you doing here? Sorry to disturb you folks, but the train pulled

in a couple of hours ago with a package for you. We could have picked it up

tomorrow. I'm afraid this is the kind of package that won't wait.

This come with it.

What is it? It's for Mother.

On hearing of the passing of your beloved dog, Pup, please accept this

Christmas cheer.

May she bring joy and warmth to your family in this merriest of seasons.

Merry Christmas, Brian.

Looks like you got yourself a new dog.

Name is Fifi.

Fifi?

You're not like any dog I ever seen before.

That's all right.

I like all animals, even ones with ribbons.

Now, down here is the barn where we keep the horses.

You might want to stay out of here.

You don't want to get stepped on.

I wish Mother would have asked before sending us the dog.

Then it wouldn't have been a surprise.

I still can't believe how small it is.

Sure ought to track her or hurt her.

What do you suppose it's good for?

Bait.

It's a miniature poodle, a parlor dog.

And according to Mother's letter, the breed is known for courage and loyalty.

Oh, are you thirsty?

Fifi, come back!

You all right?

Don't be afraid, Fifi.

It's a coyote.

I never heard him this close before.

I was looking for easy picking.

I don't think Phoebe's house is broken.

Joseph and Mary?

That's right. And Samantha could play baby Jesus.

But, Reverend, Sam's a girl.

I know that, Horace. It's just play acting.

We'd love to, Reverend. It'd be an honor.

Here you are, Horace.

Only 14 more payments to go, and that surrey is yours.

Preston, you're more than welcome to participate.

This being your first Christmas in Colorado Springs, it might help to quell

of the disagreements between you and the community.

I appreciate the gesture, Reverend.

But my duties around here don't allow me much spare time.

Besides, I'm not much of an actor.

Well, if you change your mind... Yeah, you'll be the first.

What's wrong?

Nothing, nothing, I'm fine. What did you want me to get, Doctor? No!

No.

There's nothing I can't handle.

There, hand me those boxes, will you?

Let me help you with that.

Thank you.

Mister? Tully.

Looks like you're fixing to stay a while.

Just moved here from Georgia.

Staying with my sister. She lives just outside of town.

Georgia? Long way to travel.

Well, my husband died ten months ago.

I just couldn't live there anymore. Everywhere I looked, there was something

reminding me.

My sister's the only family we have, so here we are.

Hey. Hello.

I'm Brian.

Nira.

So, you're from Georgia?

Uh -huh.

I've been to Boston and Washington.

I even met the president.

You'll like it here.

There's lots of kids around.

I'm 10.

I'm 11.

Sarah's pa was on a hunting trip.

Mountains outside of Atlanta.

Separated from the group and got lost.

Sheehan said they found him dead in the woods from exposure.

Didn't he have a compass?

Broke.

Could have used the stars to guide him.

Remember, just look for the North Star.

Come in handy when you lose your way.

Good looking girl.

Oh.

Yeah. She is.

It's a problem.

She's 11.

Ah, older woman.

Good job.

There's your mom.

What's wrong?

I just arrived home a few moments ago myself.

All that from that little dog?

He ate half the roast beef and then spat it up in our bed.

I think he's going to have to stay outside from now on.

What about the coyotes and wolves?

Well, he can build them a pen.

That'll work for the coyotes, but what about them?

Well, then we'll just have to take her with us wherever we go.

Never let her out of our sight.

I've been thinking, and I decided I want to change my hair.

Change your hair?

Something different.

More grown up.

Well, I think it looks fine just the way it is.

Please, Ma.

I'm tired of looking like a kid.

Well, it's almost Christmas, Brian. I don't think now is the time to be

your appearance.

Or perhaps the spring?

Why don't you go hitch the wagon?

I'll take you to school in a minute.

No harm in letting him get a new haircut.

He's never complained about it before.

Maybe he's starting to look at himself differently.

Just so you know, I like your hair the way it is, too.

Should I ask you something?

Sure.

Say you're a girl.

Well, I'll try to imagine that.

And there's this boy.

And he kind of likes you.

And do I like him?

Well, I don't know.

See, that's what I... I mean, the boy wants to find out.

Brian, the first thing you need to know.

Whenever a boy chases after a girl, she's bound to run away from him.

Really? You gotta be smart.

Never let her know you're sweet on her.

Trust me.

The more you ignore her, the more she's gonna pay attention to you.

So who is she?

New girl in town.

Is she pretty?

Real pretty.

And older.

What am I kidding?

A girl like that would never be sweet on someone like me.

If something's out of reach, you don't mean you can't get it.

You're new.

I'm Sarah.

Hi.

Say, you want to see a trick?

Trick?

How do you... Good morning, class.

Good morning. We'll start with the spelling test this morning, so we do

clean print.

I think you showed me.

You liked it?

Yeah.

I know a lot more. I can teach you some.

It's real simple. My pa taught me when I was a kid.

Hey, Sarah.

Hey, Brian.

I was just wondering, if you're not doing anything, maybe I can show you

There's some great hot drinks just outside of town.

Sure.

Brian.

Your new Christmas suit just came in. I need you to come try it on.

Not now, Ma.

I'm afraid it can't wait. We need to check the sets in case we have to send

back for observation.

But there's things to do.

Don't worry. It won't take long.

Brian, please.

You can find some friends later.

Is that a dog?

Would you just look at him?

He's so fit.

He's the most adorable thing you've ever laid eyes on.

Well, would you look at this handsome little man?

Aren't you sweet?

Is that Velvet?

Yes, isn't he the cutest little suit?

It's a little bit loose on the inside, but I think I can take it in. You look

just like an angel, straight from heaven.

Here you go, Lauren.

I have to get back to the clinic. Can you box it up for me? Certainly.

Brian, I'm going to be busy all afternoon.

I want you to watch Fifi.

A living nativity?

That's right, Jake.

Many of the townsfolk are participating, and I thought it'd be a nice gesture if

you'd join us.

Nah, I don't think so, Reverend.

I'll look good in sandals. Oh, please, Jake, Hank.

I've filled most of the roles. Robert E. is going to be a shepherd.

Horace is playing Joseph, and Myra's the Virgin Mary.

Get a bit of a stretch.

The only roles I have left are the three wise men.

Wise men?

Yes, kings from the East bringing gifts to the Christ child.

And I was hoping that the two of you and Lauren would fill those roles.

Kings, huh?

I kind of like the sound of that.

Reverend Johnson.

Oh, hello, Mrs. Sheehan.

How are you settling in? Just fine, thanks.

I was told by Miss Jennings that you play the piano.

Well, not as well as I'd like to.

My daughter took lessons back in Georgia.

I'd like very much if she could continue them.

I was wondering if you would be interested in teaching her.

Well, certainly, because I'd love to.

Thank you.

Yes.

Oh, yes, I'm sorry.

Anna Marie Sheehan, this is Jake Slicker, and Hank Lawson.

We're the wise men.

help the reverend build the nativity.

You gonna play a part in it?

Don't think so.

Gonna be tough this Christmas.

Yeah.

It's Ingrid's favorite time of year.

Matthew, when you first started liking Ingrid, how'd you let her know?

I was pretty shy at first.

I guess we started talking and tried to listen a lot.

Made a point of liking the things that she liked.

Tried to be there for her whenever she needed me.

I gotta go, Brian.

You tell Stella I'll have his tools back tomorrow, huh?

The wind blows off the peak this time of year. It's never this cold where I come

from.

Hey, maybe I can show you around now.

Can't. Got piano lessons.

Fine.

At night, Sarah. D.

Good.

I'd like to take piano lessons, too.

Well, that's wonderful.

Yes.

Perhaps the two of you could learn a Christmas carol to play in the service.

Oh, good, Brian.

Now, this is your C.

Take it with your right hand, with your thumb.

Good. And we'll play this together. C, D, E, with your thumb.

I'll take it. Oh, an excellent choice.

Ryan, what are you doing?

I've been looking for you all over.

Just signing a Christmas present.

You were supposed to stop by the clinic after school to pick up Fifi. Have

patience with me.

I'm sorry.

I forgot.

Fifi, stop.

Let go. Fifi, stop it. Let go. Fifi.

Looks like that rat of yours kind of fancies your scarf.

Lodge, you all right?

Never better.

Is it a sharp stabbing pain?

It's a cramp.

It's fine, nothing.

I should examine you. Can you make your way to the clinic?

I'm not going anywhere.

I'm fine.

Really.

How long have you been having these attacks?

What attacks?

Sorry about that, Baz, Lauren.

You wait for me by the wagon. I have a few things to pick up at the store.

That won't be long. All right.

Hey, Sarah.

Hey, Brian.

I've been waiting for you. You have?

Oh, how cute.

I just love poodles.

She likes you, too.

What's her name?

Fifi.

You seen one of these dogs before?

Sure. Back in Georgia, a rich old lady up the street had one.

She let me take her for walks and things.

What a cute ribbon you're wearing.

She's a Christmas gift for my grandma.

Speaking of Christmas, I got you a gift.

You did?

Yeah.

To keep you warm when the wind blows.

Oh, Brian, it's beautiful.

Better go after your dog, Brian, before some cat swallows him up.

Figures a runt like you would have a runt of a dog.

You just gonna stand there, runt?

What's going on here?

Brian, what happened?

He started it.

You think your mama was here to save you?

Are you all right?

Yeah. Did it hurt? Did it hit your head?

I sent him off.

Good. Just watch the tempo.

Good. That is excellent.

You two are making wonderful progress.

Brian, I'm amazed at how quickly you're learning.

You are a natural.

Not for mine.

I was bringing him his mail.

Down and slumped over his desk. I told you.

You better bring him inside.

You didn't have to throw him in the water.

He started it.

What was I supposed to do?

I wasn't out for a fight. I was just having some fun.

It was mean, and you should apologize.

Apologize? Come on.

Hey, Brian.

No, Fifi.

Kyle has something to say to you.

Sorry about dumping me in the trough.

Mr. Bray says they're going to put more decorations on the tree later.

Do you want to help?

I can't.

I've got to get home.

Well, if you change your mind, I told him I'd help out. I just love Christmas

trees. My father used to bring one home every Christmas Eve.

This is going to be the first year we won't have one.

Heck, you want a tree, I'll get you one.

Really? Sure.

The woods around here are filled with them.

Tomorrow's Christmas Eve. What do you say we go out and chop down the biggest

tree we can find?

Would you like to come?

I can't.

Well, so long.

See you, Fifi.

What are you doing here?

I fainted from the pain.

I didn't give you permission to.

Mr. Lodge, I'm a doctor.

I needed to examine you to confirm what I suspected to be the cause of your

discomfort.

And? I believe you have a kidney stone.

These sharp intermittent attacks are a result of a stone moving down the ureter

from the kidney to the bladder, causing this tension.

A kidney stone.

Oh, very small, but enough to cause a great amount of discomfort.

I can give you some willow bark tea to ease the pain, and a solution of

carbonated potassium mixed with soda that would help ease the urinary

Will that cure it?

Well, that and a lot of water should help move the stone along, and once it

to the bladder, you should be able to pass it out.

Unless, of course, the bladder becomes blocked.

Blocked? By the stone.

But if that happens, it may become necessary for surgical intervention.

What are you doing?

I'm leaving.

But I haven't eaten the tea or the carbonated potassium.

I'll be fine.

Well, what about the pain?

Thank you.

No, but it gave me no choice.

You had a choice.

You just did what he wanted you to do.

Found some mistletoe up here last year.

It grows up on these branches.

Did you write your letter to Santa Claus yet?

No.

No?

Nothing to ask for.

Hey.

You still like Sarah, don't you?

Of course I do.

From what I can see, she likes you too.

What's the use?

Kyle's always going to be there.

And he's always going to be older than me.

Doesn't mean he's a better person.

But he's bigger than me.

Stronger than me.

Wish I could be more like you.

It doesn't matter how big or tough other folks think you are.

What matters is how you look at yourself.

Hey.

Got something for you.

An early Christmas present.

Really?

I made this when I was with the Cheyenne.

I didn't make it for myself, but to give as a gift.

And all these years I've been walking around with it, not knowing who I made

for until now.

I made it for my son.

It's not like her to be late for practice.

Reverend, is Sarah here?

No, no, she hasn't shown up yet.

She left early this morning with a friend. Said they were going for a walk

the woods. She said she'd be back by lunch.

No, I'm sure she's all right.

You know how children are.

It's very easy for them to lose track of time.

I've got to go.

What? Wait, Brian, what about your lesson?

Tonight's the service.

I'll be there.

He's over here saddling his horse.

Brian, what are you doing?

I think Sarah and Kyle might have got lost in the woods.

I'm going to go look for them. By yourself?

It won't take long.

I've got a plan.

Sully.

You just be careful.

She needs me, Ma.

I've got to be there.

Well, just how are you going to find her?

I told you.

I've got a plan.

They'll need Beefy for it.

It'll be all right.

It's time to prove you're a dog.

How much further?

This way.

We're lost, aren't we?

I thought you knew these woods.

I got you a tree, didn't I?

Maybe we should strap her in.

Oh, ladies, you look absolutely radiant.

Thank you, Reverend.

I should have played the end cue clip.

Reverend, how are we looking?

I don't think they were smoking cigars, gentlemen.

They were kings. We can do whatever we want.

Here are your gifts.

for the Christ child.

There's gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

What's myrrh?

Well, myrrh was a... It is a... It's a thing that kings have.

Reverend, she's still not back.

I'm getting worried.

So am I.

I think we waited long enough. He knows these woods. It's been four hours,

Sully. We have to find them.

I'll go with you. We'll all go.

I'll organize search teams.

We'll find him.

Getting colder.

Don't worry. It can't be too much further.

Kyle, help!

It's all right. I got you.

Where'd you stop off?

The tree.

What? I know that's dumb.

Passed about an hour ago.

Oh, no.

This happens every time. Well, you're the one that told us to follow the

So now it's my fault, I suppose? Shut up.

Someone's coming.

Who is it?

Brian. About time.

Hey, Mr. Bray.

Are those your costumes for the Christmas service?

Brian, where you been?

Do you know the whole town's been out looking for you?

We're all right.

We're just heading back now.

Well, I hate to break it to you, but we're lost.

No, we're not.

I know the way.

First star.

Make a wish.

That's the North Star.

I can use it to guide us.

They found us.

They're back.

Brian.

Told you I'd find her.

Oh, thank God you're safe.

I was worried sick.

Brian saved me.

Aunt Phoebe.

No. I want you to have her Christmas present.

Do you mind, Ma?

Well, if it's all right, I bet that she is.

Thanks,

Brian.

Well, folks, what do you say we start the Christmas service?

Your new suit's in the clinic. There's still time for you to put it on. I think

you look good the way he is.

I do, too.

What's that?

I thought it was coming from the bank.

Yes, it did.

It's amazing, isn't it?

How something so small can be so powerful?

Astounding.

Not if you don't mind. The chance of recurrence is fairly high.

But if you adjust your diet... Good night, Dr. Quinn.

Let us rejoice.

Let us sing a song of praise on this holiest of nights, when our Lord Jesus

to earth, not as a conqueror, but as a tiny baby in a manger.