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Here comes that feeling again.

That candy cane feeling again.

Those gingerbread memories come alive.

Oh, you come back here again.

Heard from the weatherman.

The snow is on its way tonight.

Oh, it's so extraordinary.

Chilling, blowing, blowing.

You could put an addition if you wanted to. I checked the zoning laws, and you'd

be good.

It's a great home for a growing family.

Well, we just found out it's twins, a boy and a girl. Can you believe it?

That's wonderful.

Even more of a reason to get a house and quick.

So, are we ready to pull the trigger? I know we've looked at a lot of houses.

26, but who's counting?

Well, this one is going to sell quickly. So, if you like it, we should really

jump on it.

Today. So, Paul, Bruce, is this your dream home?

Yes.

Yeah. Okay, lucky number 27.

This next part's going to go really quickly. I'm going to go talk to the

seller's realtor, and we'll put in the offer.

Oh, my God.

Margaret, you have outdone yourself.

My clients love the place, and we're ready to make an offer. 5 % over asking.

It's not for sale.

But we're at your open house. You invited me to your open house because

house is for sale.

It was for sale. It's just as old.

To who?

We're the only ones here, and this open house has only been going on for 20

minutes. Maggie, Maggie, Maggie.

This is for you.

Beautiful flowers for a beautiful girl.

Oh, Dad, what a charmer.

You shouldn't have.

Oh. Think of it as a small token of appreciation for letting my client take

sneak peek.

You can't be serious.

Margaret, I asked you last night if my clients could get an earlier look, and

you said absolutely not. But now Chad... Oh, hi, Julia.

Didn't really see you there. You know, you kind of just blended in.

Nice to see you too, Chad. You're popping up unexpectedly.

I know what I said, but I owe Chad a favor.

If you'll excuse us, we have some paperwork to decide.

You're not going to at least hear my offer?

Let me remind you that the Realtors Code and Practices states that every offer

and counteroffer... I know you have a reputation for knowing every rule and

regulation in the book, but I've been doing this a lot longer than you, Missy,

so don't go spouting off the codes of conduct to me.

My responsibility is to my client, and Chad's client is paying cash in full.

I assume your client will need bank loan approval in 30 days, that's gross?

That's what I thought.

Now, you really must excuse us.

Good to see you.

I'm going to hang up. Swing from the trail back.

Oh, no.

What's the problem?

I'm so sorry, guys, but there was another offer and we've been outbid.

I know you're disappointed, but I am too.

I think a bigger company would be better for us.

We will find you your dream home though and we'll get settled in. Julia here.

Don't worry about her.

Can't tell them all, right?

Sorry.

So, find you that dream home, yeah?

Yeah, let's do it. Take my card, call me anytime.

Okay, yeah, let it out.

Just don't wake up, Dad.

Also, quick question, who's him?

Chad Everest.

The bane of my existence, the thorn in my side, the never -ending pain in my...

Okay, yeah, good to see that English degree is paying off. Your use of

is riveting.

He's a realtor from Exclusive Realty who keeps stealing our sales.

Oh, yeah.

That one.

I'm telling you.

He stands for everything we're against. You should have seen him today

mercilessly flirting his way into special treatment.

He doesn't care about his clients. He only cares about getting his percentage.

You'd have to tell his own mother if you could.

Sounds like he's aggressive.

Maybe, instead of hating on him, you can try and learn from him.

The only thing I can learn from Chad is that my career would be a whole lot

easier if I were a man.

What? How did you come to that conclusion?

Because he's part of the good old boys club. He uses his...

Charming good looks and sexy accent on all the female realtors.

He's heartless.

So he's good looking and has a sexy accent?

That's all you got from that?

If I were a man, I would let him have it.

Yeah, but you don't really want to be a guy, do you?

Going bald would be the worst.

Okay, I'm happy I'm a woman. It's just... I've worked so hard the last

years, I'm barely keeping my head above water.

I just...

I feel like the only way you could succeed is if you work for a big firm

treat everyone like a number. Oh my gosh, negative Nancy!

Coming from your little sister and your assistant, you're awesome!

I don't know many female realtors brave enough to start their own company, and

most small businesses take time to get into the black.

We've sold ten houses this year!

Yay!

Okay.

Okay, that was pathetic.

Look, if you're just going to sulk...

At least you can make yourself useful and assign some holiday cards to our

clients.

And stop letting that Everett guy get to you.

No, it's like Everest.

A mountain you want to recline.

I'm not climbing.

No.

It could happen.

Not with that diet.

I know it looks gross, but trust me.

That's so good, it's disgusting.

I know.

Hey!

Where are you? I'm at the 3300 property.

I just needed to meet the seller and take some photos for the website.

Seriously? You missed Dad's appointment again.

Crap, I got distracted.

I know. You're working, as per usual.

So what did they say?

Well, Dad's cancer -free.

But he needs to stay stress -free and rest.

Right, Dad?

Yeah, that's right.

I'm so relieved to hear that. Okay, I'll see you guys soon.

Bye.

Oh, just one more picture.

I heard that. I'm still here.

Okay, no more photos. Bye!

I cannot believe it's ten days until Christmas.

And we still don't have a tree.

That's the last thing we need to worry about.

What?

I'm sorry, but I told Jenna not to worry about it this year.

With Mom gone, you're more important than a Christmas tree.

But there's still time.

You know, we can get a tree and get some decorations from the basement.

No.

Julia's right.

Be a bunch of work, and Doc said I got to rest.

Besides, Christmas was your mother's favorite holiday.

Hasn't been the same since she passed away.

That's so true.

She was crazy about Christmas.

Yeah, do you remember that year that there was that terrible storm so we

couldn't get a Christmas tree?

Jenna, you would not stop crying.

You were convinced that Santa wouldn't come if we didn't have a tree. You

screamed for three days.

I was trying to figure out, how can I give her back to the stork?

Not my finest hour.

And then she got that crazy idea to decorate the ficus tree.

Oh, yeah, that was so much fun.

We made paper ornaments because ours were too heavy.

I still don't know how you got the lights on that tree.

Oh, you knew your mom.

When she got an idea in her head, it had to be done.

That was the best Christmas.

She didn't even care that she was vacuuming up the litter for months after

And thank you, Kim.

I really love her.

Yeah.

Jenna, refill the sugar bowl.

Good morning.

Sorry, did I wake you?

I always forget you're such a morning person.

You always forget a lot of things.

Geez.

Haven't had your coffee yet?

I thought you were going to keep an eye on things where Dad was in chemo.

I have been. What are you talking about?

Then what is all this?

I don't know.

I'm working like a crazy person trying to keep our family afloat. The least I

ask you to do is to keep an eye on things.

You know how he is.

He's stubborn.

You all say, you know, the less stress, the better, right? Well, I know Bill's

certainly stressed me out.

Great, then you choose to avoid it. You keep asking for more responsibility,

but... Whoa, whoa, whoa.

Can I have some coffee before the lecture?

What's up?

This is bad.

They're foreclosing on the house.

How?

After Mom's accident and Dad got sick, he had to take out a second mortgage.

I knew he was in trouble, so I moved back in to try to help, but I guess it

wasn't enough.

I'm sorry, but maybe someone should have told me.

You keep saying I can't handle responsibility, but you don't keep me in

loop.

You're right.

I'm sorry, I should have told you, but that was two years ago. I thought things

were better than this.

What about Dad's pension from the Navy?

It helps, but not enough.

Plus, he can't do that part -time job anymore, so...

Julia, we can't lose the house.

We won't. I promise.

I just need to think. You need to learn how to ask for help.

What about Dad? Does he know?

Obviously he knows he's behind, but probably not that it's this bad.

Whatever you do, don't tell him.

Obviously. The stress could literally kill him.

How do I... We?

Come up with $20 ,000.

We could rob a bank.

Doesn't your ex -boyfriend team work at the bank?

What does that have to do with robbing?

Well, we could talk to them.

About robbing the bank? We're not robbing the bank!

Ooh, yeah.

Thanks for meeting with us.

Yeah.

Hey, um, I really like your tie.

You always look so handsome in green.

And blue.

So, um...

Can you help us?

I really wish there was something I could do.

Oh, uh, did Jenna tell you that her father just had cancer treatments?

I heard.

I'm so sorry to hear about that.

You can't pull some kind of favor, not even for me?

You know, if I could do it for anyone, it would be you, Jenna.

But the foreclosure paperwork has already been turned in, and it's out of

hands.

Well... Thanks for trying, Tim. I really appreciate it.

Sure.

You know, I'd do anything for you, Jenna.

I mean it.

I know you would.

Uh, thanks, Tim. Can you keep this conversation between us? I know our

are close, but you know how work travels fast.

We should get going.

We haven't had the heart to tell our dad yet.

Yes, we, uh... I'll keep it a secret.

My mom's upset enough about the Ericsson farmstead being sold.

Isn't that the Christensen?

Yeah. Donna called my mom this morning. Wanted her to hear the news personally

before it got out. You know, that's when my parents got married.

And now my mom caters weddings there.

She's devastated.

Do you happen to know who the listing realtor is?

I don't think they have a realtor yet.

The owner just decided to tell this morning before she called my mom.

Thanks, Jim. You've been unbelievably helpful. At least we need to run. We

run. Oh, well, I didn't do much.

Yeah,

call me. Oh, okay. I don't think I have your number.

Call me?

What was I thinking? I don't want him to call me. Wait, do I want him to call

me? Really? That was your takeaway?

Were you even listening to Erickson Barnstead?

I know, it's baseball.

Totally tragically.

Absolutely great for us.

We need to get that listing.

Wait, what are you doing?

Calling the farmstead.

Hi, this is Jenna Rogers from Rogers Realty. Can I speak to Donna?

Hi Donna, this is Jenna from Rogers Realty.

We saw that you're selling the farmstead and we would love to help out.

Okay, great, thanks.

So what did she say?

Oh, she said she wants to see us at 2 o 'clock and they'd love to work with us.

I didn't realize how far outside the city it was.

Wow, look at this place.

It's like we're driving into a snow globe.

Well, I don't smell any cows yet, so that's a good sign.

I don't think it's that kind of farm, Jenna.

Here we go.

Wow, this place is beautiful. I love it. I know.

We'll need a hook.

Christmas fun for everybody.

No, no, no.

Okay, a place where... A place to reconnect with your Christmas spirit.

Cute, catchy, I like it.

Oh, yeah, let's just hope the owners do, too.

You ready for this?

The real question is, are you?

How can I help you? Hi, yes.

We called earlier. We're supposed to be meeting the owner at 2 o 'clock.

Let me guess.

You guys heard this place is for sale and you're realtors.

Well, good guess.

Yeah, actually, we'd love to help find a buyer for this enchanting place.

Across the drive to the carriage house.

Oh, man. This place has got photographs beautifully.

Yay! I'm so excited.

I just hope we can convince Donna that we're the realtors for the job before

anyone else finds out.

Wow, these travel fast.

Like elves to candy.

Welcome, everyone.

Welcome.

Welcome.

Boy, what a turnout.

Thank you all for coming at such short notice.

We know how busy life can get.

I am Herb, and this is my beautiful wife, Donna.

And we've had the privilege of owning and operating the Erickson Farmstead now

for 30 years. The reason why we gather you all here together is...

My deepest apologies for being late.

Just close the deal.

All right. Chad Everett, exclusive reality. Well, good to meet you, Chad.

Of course he would be here.

At the mountain?

You're right, he is pretty.

You wouldn't think that if you knew him.

All right.

So, as I was saying, the reason that we have gathered you all here today...

We're old and tired.

Yes, yes. We have put this off long enough.

It is time.

So we're retiring, and we need to sell the place.

Our daughter lives in Arizona, and she has her own career. So we're looking for

a buyer who will value and love the farmstead as much as we have throughout

years. Someone who will continue the tradition.

Which is why we have invited you all here today, and why we're going to

you to be our guests here at the farmstead for the next week.

Now, we've booked a few rooms out to our regular customers, but we've got plenty

of availability.

We promise to make your time here special.

And we'll get you back to your loved ones in plenty of time for Christmas.

You can't really understand this place until you've experienced its magic.

So after the first week, Don and I, we're going to decide which realtor we

believe is the best fit.

So you want us to, like, what, fight against each other like we're

No, we don't want any fighting here. We just want some friendly competition

mixed with some rest and relaxation.

We know it's a bit unconventional, but so are we. Yes.

Why rush this if you love it so much?

Well, our daughter's pregnant, our first grandchild is on the way, so we're

eager to sell, move to Arizona, and start our new careers as babysitters.

Once we get the call, we'll be on our way to Arizona, and our assistant Sarah

will be taking over for us here.

So the goal is for us to have the farmstead on the market right after

Yeah, that's not a lot of time, but we all have lives to manage outside of

Look.

This account isn't for me.

But good luck.

That's okay.

Thanks for coming by. Thank you.

Listen, I wish you the best, but there's no way I can make this work either.

Good luck.

It's all right. It's all right.

Yeah, I'm out too. I still have Christmas shopping to do and a non

ski trip this weekend.

Good for you.

We understand that this account is not for everyone.

Thank you all for your time.

Okay. That brings us down to four companies, I guess.

Actually, three.

I'm with her.

Jenna Rogers and Julia Rogers from Rogers Realty.

Well, nice to meet you both.

Are there any more questions?

Nope. All right.

Okay, well then, we look forward to seeing you first thing, bright and

Thanks.

Not that we're kicking you out.

You're all more than welcome to stay.

We'll be decorating Christmas cookies in the dining room.

Well, this just got a lot more complicated.

You can say that again.

My daughter starts Christmas break tomorrow.

So, yeah, my wife is going to kill me.

Doug.

Doug, why didn't you let me and Julie just duke this one out? You're a family

man. You know, you don't need to work during the holidays.

Yeah, he a Chad, but family man or not.

I mean, we all know what an accountant decides to mean for our careers, right?

Oh, yeah, and our wallets, too.

Told you that's all he cares about.

If you want to run your company like a charity, then go ahead, be my guest.

I, on the other hand...

Work for money, and I intend on making partner, so if you'll excuse me. I have

schedule to clear Yeah, I should run too.

Promise to wife I'll grab some dinner.

Oh grab some flowers too. It'll help soften the blow.

Nah, I like that.

Alright guys, see you later.

He's right, you know.

About what?

If you want this account you have to make it your entire focus.

Let me handle the business this week and you dig in here.

What about Dad?

Dad's doing so much better. I've got this.

Except help for once in your life.

Just trust me.

Plus, when was the last time you took any kind of vacation?

This is not a vacation. It's work.

Yeah, but it could be a good chance for you to unwind a little.

There will be no unwinding.

You know as well as I do, if I don't land this account, we're going to lose

house.

I know, but I've got a good feeling about this.

I can't bank on a feeling.

Listen, I'll get my ducks in a row tonight, and I'll be ready to go off

tomorrow. Or you can get a leg up on the competition.

You heard Donna. They're decorating cookies.

Start right now. It'll show initiative.

Jenna, I have to get packed and cancel all the appointments for this week. I

have a lot to do.

Just trust me.

I've got this.

Come on.

Decorate your heart out.

Now you've got some Christmas spirit deep inside there somewhere.

Let it out.

Oh, Donna!

Julia would love to stay and partake in the fun, if you don't mind.

Oh, that'd be lovely.

Awesome! She is so excited about staying.

Wait, maybe she could spend the night tonight.

Sure. You're more than welcome to stay if you'd like.

Well, I don't have any of my things with me, unfortunately.

You know, clothes.

But I really hate to miss out on all of this.

No problem.

I got you covered.

We always have extra clothes.

They might not be the exact fit, but they'll do the job.

Great.

Thank you so much, Donna. All right, you guys stay here. Have a great time.

I'll go clear your schedule and get your clothes for tomorrow.

Kids, please.

Sure.

Perfect.

I hate you right now.

I'll be back. But in the meantime, you need to get some Christmas spirit. And

you can't, then take it till you make it. Okay?

Here you go.

I should have some pajamas somewhere.

Oh, I hate to take someone's sweater.

Oh, don't worry. This is from the Lawson Fawn.

People leave stuff here all the time.

We try to send it back, but they just don't want it. Can you believe it?

No. I can't imagine anyone leaving this behind.

Well, like I said, sometimes they just don't want it back.

But it should be more comfortable.

It definitely looks more comfortable.

And Christmassy.

Thank you. Just no photos, please.

Promise.

You can have room three on the second floor.

Okay, perfect. Thank you.

What is she doing?

What is she wearing?

I haven't decorated cookies in forever.

I'm so excited.

I'm so glad you could stay. The more the merrier. Thanks, Dada.

Bye, Doc. Ashley.

I have an emergency. I need you to clear my evening.

Actually, clear my whole week. I'm going to work remotely.

Remember that Erickson -Fobstead deal?

Yeah, well...

So

about your listing, we're a smaller company, so we can give more

attention to our clients.

Sounds like that's what you're looking for. Oh, start in the middle and work

your way out like this.

I think it's a great idea, having us all stay here.

I'm a big believer in treating every listing as if it were my own.

Well, that's good to hear.

So many memories in this house.

It's bittersweet, you know.

Where's your assistant?

Oh, she's also my sister.

She had to run. Our dad just finished some chemo treatment.

Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.

Are you sure you're going to have time to devote to an account this size?

Yes, absolutely. I always put work first.

But he's actually cancer -free now. He's doing a lot better.

Hey, traffic was bad.

I'm going to just wipe the air and decorate some cookies with you guys.

Great.

Do you two know each other?

No.

We're acquainted.

It's a small world, the realty business.

Then this is the perfect time for you two to become friends.

Chad, I think I have something more comfortable for you to wear.

Meanwhile, sanitize your hands.

Yes, Donna.

Well, well, well.

I underestimated you, Miss Rogers.

Hmm.

Well, I can't imagine you returned simply because of your love for cookie

decorating. I don't know what you're talking about. I am a cookie enthusiast.

DIY project, I'm a gem.

Very funny.

Speaking of funny, you look like a sweater.

Oh, it's going straight to the Christmas album. Don't you dare post that.

Yeah, no problem. I'll delete it as soon as you bow out of this listing. I'm

sure you have plenty of things to do before Christmas.

No, not a chance.

I would rather be humiliated than give you the satisfaction.

Besides, I have a better chance of getting this listing than you.

You can't compete with exclusive royalty.

Or me. Just think of it this way.

I'll save you a lot of time and trouble if you just go home now.

Wow.

Chad, I found some clothes for you to wear in the lost and found pile.

I'm sure it's much more comfortable than that suit.

Yeah, I can see why they were lost in the first place. I'm not sure why anyone

would want to find them.

Hey, I was joking.

They're great. They're perfect.

You know, you can stay the night if you'd like. I can find some pajamas

somewhere. Well, actually, I didn't bring anything with me, so I need to go

to pack for the week, but thank you for the offer.

Okay. Oh, Julia, I put your pajamas up on your bed. Okay, thanks.

Well, actually, on second thought, you know, it doesn't make any sense for me

drive all the way home and then come all the way back in the morning. I just

have my assistant drop some things off. Well, great. I will go find those

pajamas. You can stay in room four upstairs.

Sounds good.

Perfect picture for the Christmas album.

Here's a tip.

Try frosting the cookie first.

Oh, yeah, I know. I just wanted to break it so I could eat it.

Oh, this isn't kindergarten. You're not going to get in trouble for eating the

cookies.

You know, cookie decorating takes a delicate touch and an eye for detail.

I'm not surprised you're having difficulty with it.

Oh, it's going to be like that, is it?

I don't know what you're talking about. You think you have more of an eye for

detail than I do.

You think that I lack refinement in my styles approach?

You're the one reading into things. I'm just decorating cookies.

Oh, yeah.

Me too.

Decorating cookies.

Yeah, I'll take that.

Oh, come on.

I can't compete with edible glitter.

The hell is that even a thing?

Julia 1, Chad 0.

But you fell in.

Listen, this takes time, okay?

Nice pajamas, by the way.

Yeah.

Ditto.

I'm pushing the green button.

Not a morning person.

What are you doing here?

Same thing as you.

Coffee.

Are you spying on me?

I don't need to spy on you.

I've got this.

So you think.

Yeah, even though you tried to manipulate things so you'd have the

and morning to charm the owners before we showed up.

Oh, I don't need to charm them.

I'm going to get this listing because I understand it then. Unlike you.

And what, you think I'm just going to convince them to sell it to some shady

hotel chain or developer?

Maybe. You work for the biggest real estate company in Minneapolis.

They only care about the bottom line, and you want to make partner, right?

There's nothing wrong to have ambition.

I hate technology.

I'm going to give you the first cut. Seems like you need it more than me.

Hey, love.

What's up?

Wow, you're up early.

Yeah, hey, hey, hey.

Let's walk through it.

Okay.

Alright, just send it all through and I'll review it and then we can go from

there.

I need to stress out.

Hello?

Hey, you up?

No.

I'm sending you the photos of the house. I need you to upload them with the

listing. I'm sleeping here.

Love you too.

Hey, love.

Okay, alright, just have Rich oversee the accounts until I get back.

Yeah, okay.

Hey, you got this, alright?

I'll speak to you soon.

Alright, bye.

Everything alright?

Yeah, just my assistant.

Straight from college and eager as ever.

Gets her overwhelmed easy.

Interested both in a donut.

Oh, no, no, not for me, my man.

My wife's got me watching my sugar intake.

Donna tried that with me, but I got a wicked sweet tooth.

Huh? Huh? Huh?

Oh.

I guess I missed the memo on what to wear today.

Oh, donuts.

Never raised us to good donuts.

Oh, classic girl, huh?

I always say you can tell a lot about a person by their choice in donuts.

Classics never go out of style.

Yeah. Oh, my gosh, that's delicious.

Well, I'm glad you like it because I made them myself.

Oh, Herb.

I made them for my old family recipe.

Before I began.

Donna, you're a woman of many talents.

It is impressive how the two of you run this in.

The attention to detail, it's... I've never slept in a more comfortable bed in

my life.

Wait, wait, you slept here?

I thought you were getting one today.

It's a long story. I'll fill you in later.

Look, make sure you all have a hearty breakfast, okay? Because you're going to

need it.

Oh, yeah? Yeah. What's on the agenda for today?

I saw something in the brochure about a snowshoeing. Oh, a man who does his

homework. No, but today I thought it would be nice if we all got out there

you helped us pick out a Christmas tree.

Oh, that would be fun. Where do they sell them around here?

Oh, we're not going to buy a cut tree from a lot, dear.

You're going to go out, find one, and cut it down yourself.

That would be fun.

I'll take one of these for the road.

What did she say?

Cut down a tree?

Yeah. She said we're cutting down a tree.

You know, I can't believe you two slept here.

You know, a few years ago, we almost lost a portion of this woods to building

development.

Huh. You know, I vaguely remember that. Yeah?

And if our millers group stepped in.

Because of the, uh...

The wolf population, right? Yes, it's quite a memory you've got.

That's exactly right.

This forest, you know, houses one of the largest gray wolf populations in the

entire U .S.

Did you say wolves?

Oh, yeah, don't worry. They rarely attack humans.

Rarely. Well, that's comforting.

You're the jumpiest person I've ever met.

Doesn't it look like a thing you do, creeping up on women?

I'd hardly say stepping up beside you is creeping.

Lend you a hand. You seem to be having a bit of trouble walking.

I'm fine.

Oh. You know, it's a simple process, actually. It's like one foot, then the

other, and then just keep going.

Do you stay up at night thinking of ways to be more annoying, or does it just

come naturally to you?

Boy, those two sure do love to bicker, don't they? Oh, my goodness.

Is that what we're calling it?

Yeah.

So, Doug, why don't you tell me about yourself? What do I need to know?

Well, sir, I'm a family man.

Okay. Are you sure you don't want my jacket?

I told you you were going to be cold, but no, you didn't want to listen to me,

and now you're freezing.

I'm not. I'm fine.

I just didn't realize it was going to be this cold, okay?

Paul said if you gave me your jacket, then you'd be freezing and wear a BB.

You're stubborn.

I'm not stubborn. I'm stubborn than you.

Oh, so you're not stubborn, you don't want my jacket, and you know how to

I'm sensing a deep independence streak. Where did that come from? Shh, stop

talking. Do you see what's happening?

They're talking. Okay, so what?

No, they're doing more than talking. They're bonding. And we're back here

fighting. We're fighting? Us fighting.

All right.

So, Herb.

How much longer to this tree?

Well, geez, I don't know, Chad.

I think when we see it, we will know.

Really? Because, did you see that one?

I think that one's perfect.

Or that one.

Or that one.

You cold?

No, no. I'm fine.

I love the woods.

Super outdoorsy.

My daughter, she hates the cold, too. Hates it.

But you know what?

You're right.

That tree over there, that is a perfect tree.

Come on.

Let's do this.

You're the boss.

There she goes!

Oh my gosh, that was so exhilarating. I've never cut down a Christmas tree

before, and the sound it makes when it fell, it just was like, boom!

You don't need to get in a smile, you just have to give her a soul.

Hey, I just can't believe you lived here your entire life and you never cut down

your own Christmas tree.

I guess I never knew what I was missing.

Yeah, well, I guess not.

So, Herb, what now?

You know, you've cut. How do we get this big guy back?

Well, Chad, we carry it back.

Oh. So, why don't you take the trunk? Trunk, man. You and I can support the

middle. I think the front is light enough so that Julie can take that. Hey,

stronger than I look.

I'm just kidding.

I'm just kidding with you. Come on.

All right, get this baby out of here. Oh, boy.

I'm good with the light part.

Working that match.

Oh, you guys, I think you found the nicest tree we've ever had.

You know what? She says that every year.

I do not.

It smells amazing.

It really is lovely.

Just wait until it's decorated.

Oh, well, actually, first I want to go take a shower, but I'll be right back.

Yeah, I need to take one too.

Geez. How do I have ten missed calls?

Yeah, well, the reception up here in the woods is pretty spotty.

Uh -oh.

They're off my wife, too.

If you guys will excuse me.

I hope everything's okay.

Sure, it's fine.

I've noticed wives get a bit jumpy when their husbands are away.

I didn't know you were married.

No, no, I'm not. I engaged once.

Well, I'm sorry it didn't work out. I'm not. It was a lifetime ago.

Anyway, where do we find the decorations?

The tree needs to pop a color.

Doug, my man, we're just about to decorate the tree.

What, are you leaving?

Is everything all right?

I'm afraid not, guys.

My daughter, she's in an emergency room with an asthma attack.

They're admitting it right now, so I definitely got to leave.

Oh, we understand.

Of course, of course, just go.

You know, I mean, you are a family man through and through, and we really

respect that. I appreciate that, Herb. Hey, listen, I really enjoyed our

conversation the earlier day, too.

Me, too. Thanks a lot, man.

Chad? Of course, I could have stayed and duked it out, you know?

May the best man or woman win.

We'll miss you, buddy.

Hope your daughter gets better soon.

Thanks. What is she?

Yeah, it is.

But the good news is, I am still here.

Yes,

you and Julia.

Yeah, and her.

Yeah, Chad.

Come on, admit it. She's not all that bad.

I will admit no such thing.

Though, she has been surprising.

Well? Surprises look good, right?

Are we going to do this or what? Let's do this.

Now, you help me go get the ornaments in the cellar, and Herb, you get the ones

in the attic. Yes, Peter.

Let's go.

Okay.

I just love decorating the Christmas tree. Wouldn't be Christmas without it.

Can I help?

Of course you can.

Here.

You're up. Ready? One, two, three.

Find a good one.

Yeah.

There we go.

All right, my turn.

No, you're too big.

What do you mean I'm too big? You're too big.

What are you doing standing there spying?

Come on, join in.

You know what? Nothing puts me more in the Christmas spirit than decorating the

tree.

Oh.

Oh, we had a couple that stayed here to wear matching clothes.

Okay. Well, hopefully my sister will be bringing my clothes soon. But where's

Doug? Oh, Doug. Doug had a family emergency.

He had to go.

Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. Yeah.

Can't wait till family comes. I've been good all week. Yeah, so have I.

Santa doesn't bring gifts to adults, does he?

Yeah, of course he does. Look, I'm going to text him right now and tell him what

I want.

Enjoy. He's quite good with the kids.

Yeah, he's full of surprises.

Oh, come on.

Funny you should say that.

What? Oh, nothing.

Are you guys whispering about me?

No, because the world doesn't revolve around you. I was just saying that

a natural with the kids.

Well, I better be. I practically raised my little sisters.

How many?

Well, I am the oldest of four.

I was nine when my younger sister Ashley was born.

Yeah, she's my favorite.

Don't tell the other two, though.

My parents split up pretty soon after that, so I got pretty good at changing

diapers. You've changed a diaper?

Of course. I've changed many diapers. In fact, I bought my first car with

babysitting money.

Babysitting? Really?

Yeah, what would you have guessed?

I would have pegged you as a spoiled only child.

Well, nope, if you believe it.

Where are you from?

Where am I from?

Well, originally from Australia, but my family lives here now.

Oh, your family's in the States?

Yeah, mum and sister.

They stayed after my parents split and my dad went back home to Sydney.

I like the way you talk.

Yeah? Well, that's just how we talk in Australia.

But I'm glad you like it.

Well, no tree is complete until the angel's on top.

Oh, thank you.

Let me help you. All right.

Well, I have cookies in the kitchen, and they're nice and warm. Come on.

Your daughter

is adorable.

Thanks, but you better watch out for Gabby. She might just steal your

Oh, that's not my boyfriend.

No, we're staying here to compete for lifting the farmstead. We're realtors.

Is there anything you can tell me about your experience?

Well, I can tell you firsthand that this place is pretty special.

You see, my husband didn't come back from his last duty.

I'm so sorry. Oh, no, no, no. It's okay, but, yeah, that first year was really

hard, and I didn't know how we were going to make it to Christmas without

Luckily, we found this haven, and it was life -changing.

I mean, Donna and Herb, they took us in like... part of their family, and really

made that Christmas special.

So we come back every year now.

I guess I just thought you guys needed this place, too.

I guess you're probably right.

Don't worry. This end will be good for the both of you.

Promise.

I mean, look.

Have you ever slept? Sarah, what's going on?

Morning.

Haven't you seen the schedule?

The snowman making competition is starting.

I love the snow, hate the cold.

Well, Donna put groups together and you're on a team with Jeb.

He needed another person.

This is the first.

You think we can actually work together?

Well, I guess she can be on my team just this one time.

Listen, I'm good at building stuff and you're going to want my help.

Okay, we'll see about that.

Oh, wait, I need to change.

They put some warmer clothes in the basket for you. Oh, okay.

Last year I did things different.

Distracted every instant.

Let everybody pull me every other way. Put everything I needed off another day.

I wish I could have seen all these things that matter.

I wish I paid attention.

And had the right intention.

Been missing all the signs, scars, pain, and thought. Good effort.

Excellent. You let out the eye.

What do you think about this one?

All right, there it is.

I think that's number two, don't you?

Backward car has got to get something, huh?

What do you think? That leaves first place there, Chad.

Woo -hoo!

Congratulations.

Yay,

guys! Yes!

Herb.

Thank you for bringing my stuff.

Although I'm kind of digging what you've got going on here.

Oh, how are things? I've been so busy here I haven't had a chance to check in.

Yeah, I've been trying to call you all morning.

We got an offer on the house.

What? That's great. I thought things were slow.

Things are slow, but someone came and looked at the house yesterday and made

offer today.

You never give me a chance, so I wanted to show you. I'm capable.

I know you're capable.

Just make sure you send that contract over for me to review.

Can't commit ourselves to anything without my approval.

Promise me?

I'm serious, Jenna.

It's a cast deal. What?

They want to close before the holidays.

That's amazing.

I already emailed you the offer they sent this morning. Why haven't you

back to me?

Wait a minute. You haven't checked your emails yet. It's like 5 p .m. What have

you been doing?

And what have you done with my sister?

Ha ha, very funny.

Listen, I need a distraction.

Keep an eye on the competition.

Oh, the majestic mountain.

Thank you.

Take turns with this.

And grab a piece.

And we're going to run it up and over and down.

Hey, look. You guys are twinsies.

Yeah.

This is my little sister, Jenna. She dropped off my stuff.

But, you know, she loves making gingerbread houses.

She's really an expert.

So I'm going to let her get started, and I'll be right back.

You know, you're going to have to owe your sister for today.

I'm not sure I know what you're talking about.

Well, it was pretty obvious that she's never made a gingerbread house before.

Maybe I meant that she wanted to build a gingerbread house.

Oh, okay.

I might have used her to go upstairs and get on my computer.

We've been so busy, I haven't had time to get any of my work done.

Oh, yeah, I hear you. I'm on the same boat.

But I should have sent a look on your face when you left for that.

Thank you.

Deer in a headlight.

I tried to make it look better, but what can I do with that mess?

Well, you can start by making sure she sticks to selling houses instead of

building them.

Agreed. I hope that one had disaster insurance.

Oh!

Here we go!

Oh, what fun it is to ride in a

one horse open sleigh. Hey!

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way.

Oh, what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh.

I guess we're just, oh, my God. Yeah, I don't think I've ever been to one thing

that loud before.

Hey, we should have a drink before we go to bed.

Well, Chad, it's been a full day, and I can't afford to wake up late again

tomorrow. We found that we have a long day of activities, and I want to be

present.

You think I'm trying to help you?

Well, it wouldn't be the first time.

Oh, good night, Chad.

Night.

Donna, can I help you?

Oh, don't worry. I got this.

No, please, let me do something.

Okay, well, you want to do the eggs?

Sure. I love making scrambled eggs.

Great.

I don't want nothing melancholy. Just a little eggnog and holly. On this holiday

with you.

So hurry up, don't keep me waiting. I'm in the mood for celebrating.

Want a holiday for two.

As long as I'm with you.

I don't care what we do.

Yum, yum.

Okay.

Donna, this food is good. Eggs are amazing.

Well, dear, you're going to have to thank Julia for the eggs.

Oh, she made them?

I did.

So happy to hear you love them.

I wouldn't say I love.

Oh, dear, I forgot the butter and preserve.

Oh, I got it.

I'll get it.

Nope.

Excuse me, I was here first. No, I was.

Look, mistletoe, now you have to kiss.

She's right, okay? It's a Christmas tradition.

You are underneath the mistletoe, you've got to kiss.

Oh, at dawn.

Donna, is there anything I can help you with?

Oh, you can help me fold some of this laundry. Oh, perfect.

Deck the halls with balls of holly. Fa -la -la -la -la, la -la -la -la.

Tis the season to be jolly. Fa -la -la -la -la, la -la -la -la.

Dawn, we now are gay apparel.

Fa -la -la -la -la, la -la -la -la.

Troll the ancient yuletide carol. Fa -la -la -la -la.

I'm Chad.

Hey, looks like you two are getting into it.

Don't stop on my account.

Can't resist a good Christmas, Carol.

Yeah, I remember that.

Oh, I better go.

Hey, love.

What's up?

Yeah, yeah. Oh, thank you for bringing over the suitcase.

Did Chad mention if he's dating anyone?

He hasn't said anyone to me.

It's not that I care, it's just...

Seems to be distracted by whoever keeps calling him.

Well, you know, you could just ask him.

Oh, none of my business.

And speaking of, actually, I should call my sister and check up on everything,

so if you'll excuse me.

Family first.

Hello? Hey.

How's everything going? How's Dad doing?

Dad is good.

Did you clear the driveway?

Yes, I spread salt on the driveway.

Okay, and the car's good?

Mm -hmm. Car has a full tank of gas.

What about the windows?

Yep, double -checked all the windows. Stop worrying.

Everything is handled.

And the house deal's closing tomorrow.

Here, let me put you on speaker so you can talk to Dad.

Your sister and I are working on a whale of a puzzle.

We need you here, Julia.

Well, I'll be back next week, but Jen is there, and she's more than competent.

You're in good hands.

Thanks, sis.

So, are things going well on your end?

Yeah, actually, I have to admit I'm having a good time.

Even if you have to spend time with... The Mountain?

Julia, come on.

We're going ice skating. Hey, listen, I gotta go. I love you. I'll see you soon.

Wait, Julie, wait.

Hello? Julia?

Ugh, millennials.

Are you ready for games and puzzles?

Yes, and hot chocolate.

Hang on.

Excuse me, let me take this.

Hey, love.

What's up?

Hey, can we talk about this later?

Yeah. All right, bye.

Sorry about that.

Everything okay?

Yeah, just work stuff.

More importantly, hot chocolate.

Oh, yeah, that sounds amazing.

Yeah, shall we? Mm -hmm.

It was the night before Christmas.

When all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

The stockings were hung by the chimney with kids in hopes that they'd make it

through soon.

The children were... Oh, right there.

Puzzles are not for me.

Don't be so hard on yourself.

It's a learned skill.

Oh, wow.

Wow, you're really good at this.

Well, my mom loved puzzles.

We have a family tradition of doing one for every Christmas.

She doesn't love me anymore?

See, it passed away two years ago.

Christmas just hasn't been the same since.

I'm sorry.

But we continue the tradition, so... You can never have too much hot cocoa.

Who wants it?

Oh,

I have a special one for you, Herb.

With extra cocoa and just for you.

You're way too good to me.

I don't know what I'd even do without you.

Hey, I hope you two find a special someone someday.

You know, love is just like a puzzle.

You just have to find the matching piece.

That's right.

Speaking of puzzles, you mind going to the kitchen and getting me a small

for this puzzle?

And some super glue. We beat your house.

That's not where that goes.

No!

Yep. Alright.

You do the others.

Oh, okay.

Look at that. Done.

Huh?

Alright. What now?

You want to check out the fire outside?

Oh, I don't know.

It's snowing outside.

Ah, come on. It'll be fine.

Okay.

Wow, that's no really let up.

So is your family missing their puzzle guru this week?

Not really.

I'm not the only guru.

Jenna, much better with puzzles than gingerbread houses.

Oh, well, I certainly hope so.

Well, nobody's perfect, but she's done...

A wonderful job managing the business and taking care of our dad this week.

I've underestimated her.

Yeah, that makes sense.

What do you mean?

I just mean you seem like really stressed out all the time.

Well, you would be too if you were managing a small business, taking care

your family, and watching your dad go through chemotherapy.

Okay, I didn't mean it in a bad way.

I just meant you seem more relaxed lately.

I'm sorry to hear about your dad.

Thanks. He's actually in remission?

We were so thankful. I can't imagine not having him around.

Yeah. What about your dad?

We don't talk.

I'm sorry.

No, no. Don't be.

He just hasn't been much of a dad.

But I am very close with my mum and sisters.

I tell you, my mum is the strongest woman I have ever met.

If I'm being completely honest...

I'm a little terrified of her.

Do strong women intimidate you?

Uh, absolutely.

Well, she had to be strong to, uh, raise you.

Hey, I was an angel, thank you very much. I didn't cause any trouble or

misbehave. Is that right?

Uh, yeah. What can I say? I'm just, uh, perfect.

You sure are arrogant, Chad Everett.

But, admit it.

You like it.

Every time I think I have you figured out, you surprise me.

Do you like surprises?

When they're good ones.

Oh, I... We shouldn't... Yeah, no, absolutely.

My bad.

I misread the signals.

It's just... It's complicated.

We're competing for this account, and it would be a conflict of interest. Yeah,

I totally get it. You don't need to explain.

Just... Forget it, it happened.

Okay.

It's late.

Yeah. Yeah. We should get some sleep.

Good night.

You said you were going to throw me out.

I never would.

Good morning! Good morning!

Donna, is there anything I can do to help?

Oh, I think we got it handled.

Yum, yum.

But you could bring that croissant to the table. Sure.

I see my competition is working hard this morning.

You know what they say,

Ellie Bird catches the worm.

I'm so happy to see you. I missed you.

All right, so how's it going with the mountain?

Good?

Bad? I don't know.

Well, that ran the gamut.

Honestly, I didn't think it would be this hard to beat Chad.

Oh, so he's growing on you.

He tried to kiss me last night.

Shut the front door.

This is a huge development.

Not really. I shut him down.

Why? That man is gorgeous.

Imagine if it didn't work out.

I can't be distracted.

Plus, we're so different. Besides, he keeps getting these calls from love.

Okay, don't do this. You always do this. Do what? Find a reason the relationship

won't work.

You never let anybody in, and you always assume the worst.

That's not true.

I'm pragmatic.

Life isn't always what you want it to be.

Just being realistic.

Okay. I just hope that when the one comes along, you don't push him away.

If he's the one, he'll push back.

I guess what I mean is... Listen, I have really seen a difference in you since

you've been here. You're actually letting me help you for once. You seem

relaxed and happy.

Is that a smile?

I thought you forgot how to do that.

Was I really that bad?

Maybe the mountain's good for you.

Anyway, how are you and dad doing?

Dad's doing great. He cannot wait to see you.

As for me...

I didn't want to tell you this over the phone.

Oh, no. What?

You trust me, right?

Yes, I trust you.

Okay. So, we found a couple buyers, showed them a few houses, and... Wait.

What? How?

It just sort of happened.

This couple was looking for something.

I showed them a few houses. We found the perfect house.

They loved it, and we made an offer on the spot.

You didn't think to run this by me?

I didn't want to distract you.

Distract me.

So, we offered 5 % below asking price.

And? They countered with 1 % below asking price.

We countered their counter with 3 % below asking price. And they accepted.

We're an escrow.

We're an escrow?

I don't know what to say. I'm so proud of you.

Oh, you are amazing.

Yeah, I just wish it was enough to save the house.

Me too. But you are doing...

Oh, wonderful job. I just wish I had given you the chance earlier.

So, maybe give the mountain a chance.

I'll think about it.

Stop thinking.

Let your heart do the work for you.

Always a romantic.

Listen, I gotta say goodbye because I can't let the mountain get the

Okay, just sign these closing papers for me and I'll be on my way. Okay.

Put it further.

She wants it so badly. You know, it was an easy sell.

Oh my God.

She bought it?

Hoop, line and sneaker.

I kind of feel bad about this one, love.

You should.

Manipulating a poor woman.

I wouldn't call it manipulating. She was asking for it.

The partners are going to freak.

Yeah, I know.

She's offering way too much and I told her it would probably go on the market

for a lot less.

I guess...

No, I guess she just wants it.

I just feel bad about presenting the offer.

Bad about what?

Julia's worked so hard on this listing. You know, she deserves it.

Maybe we can split the commission.

The partners would never let you do that. Wait a minute. Is my big brother

actually caring about a competitor?

Spill it!

Look, I... I can't help it. She's... She's grown on me.

She's strong, independent.

Kind of like you and Mum.

You're great.

Is everything okay?

I'm fine. I just want to get a walk in before I get started.

Mmm, mmm, mmm, mmm.

This is incredible.

Don't know you've outdone yourself again.

Oh, I just throw a bunch of stuff in the crock pot and let it cook.

Yeah, but I thought you were done with it.

Friday, you can taste it with all that cheese slathered on top.

I slather cheese on everything.

Hey, why don't you join us? I'll pull you up a chair. No, I'm not feeling very

well. I think I'm just going to head to bed.

Thank you, though.

Sorry to hear that.

Can I get you anything?

I think I just need some sleep.

Did something happen? She seems upset.

Yeah, I was wondering the same thing.

I mean, Chad, did she say anything to you? Because she's been acting weird

this morning.

I'm just as confused as you.

Listen, there's something I need to talk to both of you about.

Julia!

I bought you some medicine.

I was going to bring you soup, but if I'm being honest, I don't know how to

soup.

I got you some chili.

No, maybe you're asleep.

I'm just going to set it out the front here.

Look, there's something I really need to talk to you about.

Okay then.

How do you feel better?

I understand.

Glad to see you. Feeling better?

Yep.

You know, I just don't get you.

If anyone has the right to be upset, it's me.

Oh, I'm sorry. I tried to kiss you the other night. I find that hard to

It was not your plan the whole time?

To get me to fall for you so that I'd be distracted and then I'd be... What are

you talking about? I don't want to fight. Good morning.

Good morning. How are you? Julia, I'm so glad you're feeling better.

Uh, yeah. It's the last day.

So what's on the schedule?

Snowboarding?

Snowshoeing? I could be down for a snowball fight right about now.

Actually, we're going to have to cut this little adventure a day short.

Our daughter just went into labor and we could be grandparents any minute now.

Oh, how exciting. Congratulations.

So we're going to be catching a plane out in a few hours.

And Chad found us a buyer who loves the place.

You know, we talked to her for hours last night. She seems absolutely

Listen, Chad mentioned splitting the commission with you.

Oh, no. No, that's not necessary. I couldn't. You found a buyer?

Great. That's great.

Well, we got to go get to packing. Yeah. All right. Well, we're going to see you

before we go. Okay. All right.

Wow.

Well played.

Julia, wait.

Congratulations.

You won.

I hope making partners all you wanted to be.

Julia. Julia, just wait a minute.

Julia.

Julia, can we just talk?

There's nothing to talk about. Just leave me alone.

Look, I had no intentions of getting a buyer while I was here.

And she just contacted me out of the blue.

And... I want to give you half the commission.

I don't care, Chad.

The account is yours.

Now just let me be upset in peace, okay?

You sold the place.

I'm not entitled to the commission.

Wait, wait.

I don't get it. How did they find a buyer?

Was it Chad?

Let's just try not to think about it.

Okay. I'm so happy we got a Christmas tree this year.

This looks so great.

Thank you, girls.

Well, I'm just happy to see Julia got her Christmas spirit back.

Yes, I did, and I plan to enjoy Christmas thoroughly this year.

You never know what the next year will bring.

Dad, we need to talk.

You know how I was trying to get the listing for the farmstead?

Well, I didn't get it, so we didn't get the money, and the bank is actually...

Talk about saved by the bell.

You two expecting someone?

No.

Jenna, it's me with Tim.

Tim, hi.

Sorry if this is a bit unusual.

You said to call you, but I don't have your number anymore. I rage -erased it.

Rage -erased?

You know, in a fit of anger, you delete your ex's number.

But when I saw you the other day, well...

I can't stop thinking about you, and I wanted to come by and tell you that.

And also, happy holidays.

Would you like to come in?

Sure.

I also brought someone else.

He's asking that you please don't slam the door in his face.

Julia, can you just please hear me out?

Did you come here to gloat? Maybe manipulate my feelings some more?

Look, I understand you're upset, and it wasn't my intention to hurt you, but I

tried to share the commission with you, but you're a little stubborn, which is

one thing I like about you.

I heard everything, Chad.

Heard what?

I heard you on the phone with Love talking about manipulating that poor

Oh, no, no, Julia.

That wasn't about you at all.

That was about the woman who contacted me to make a huge offer on the

And love is Ashley, my assistant, who happens to be my younger sister.

Your favorite.

Yeah, yeah, she was giving me a hard time.

Sisters do that.

Anyway, about the offer, I... I need your help.

Really?

What is it?

I, uh, I screwed this one up.

The buyer, Deja Brown.

She made me think that she loved the inn and was going to keep it exactly the

same.

But I found out that she just wants to develop the land.

But I thought that land was protected.

Yeah, so did I.

Apparently, she's got some shady investors with some strong political

connections that can drop the protection.

She doesn't care about the inn at all.

This is the contract?

Yeah.

Now, can you...

Find if there's any way we can get the farmstead out of the deal.

Why me?

Everybody in town knows you're the best for contracts.

But my firm just wants to get the deal done.

You know, I need you.

The farmstead needs you.

Okay.

Come in. I'll take a look.

You might have a taste of fraud here. Look at this.

Perfect.

You're amazing.

I gotta go.

You're welcome.

You'll be inside my dreams tonight.

Wake me up when Christmas ends.

I know it's falling, people calling.

I should be out with my friends.

But I'll be dreaming here till the new year.

Wake me up when Christmas ends.

To be the most wonderful time of the year My heart is aching,

I can't keep aching Sometimes I try to pretend If I can only see

you in my dreams

In my dreams tonight Wake me up when Christmas ends Wake me

up when Christmas ends Wake me up when Christmas

Dropped off.

I'm sorry for interrupting, guys.

Food looks amazing.

Julia, can I go see you for a minute?

You saved the farmstead.

That's a relief.

Please, just find a buyer who actually cares about it this time.

Julia Rogers, will you be my realtor?

I don't understand.

Once the contract was voided, I realized that I am the buyer who loves the inn

and will keep it exactly the same.

I'm buying Erickson Farmstead.

Wait, are you serious?

Yes. And look, I am sorry about everything.

Can we just start again?

I think it's a little late for that. Hi, I'm Chad Everett.

And I'm in need of a realtor.

And I heard you are the best.

So, will you be my realtor?

And I won't take no for an answer.

I guess you do need somebody who understands contracts.

Okay, I will be your realtor.

We shouldn't complicate things.

Yeah, I thought you might say that.

You pushed

back.

It's a Christmas miracle.

Falling in love with you.

Fa la la la.

Fa la la la.

Falling in love with you.

It was the perfect night.

Beneath the summer sky.

The galaxy can shine as bright as your eyes.

You make me feel like a child does at Christmas.

You are the best gift of all.

Fa la la la.

Fa la la la.

Fa la laying in love with you.

Fa la la la.

Fa la la la.

Fa la laying in love. love with you when you

romance with me