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[Aunt Amy] Hey!

You look like you've had an eventful day.

How was it out there?

Well, nothing big to report,

but work in the back 40's coming along.

Well, that's good to hear.

I have an update.

I just talked to Mason and he had plenty to say

about getting ready for our herd expansion.

He thinks we need to get our ducks...

Willis Hamilton!

What?

Where are you going?

I'm in the middle of telling you what needs to happen

on our ranch.

I'm sure you've got it all under control.

I need to wash up now.

Some of us are in the doing phase of the process.

Well, what exactly do you mean by that?

Well, I'm doing my part and you're doing yours.

That's all.

Now, that kind of sounds like my part

isn't worth much in your eyes.

My eyes said nothing of the kind, Amy.

Then let me finish my thoughts

and talk this through with you.

I've been in the sun all day.

I'm tired. I'm full of mud.

I need a shower and a lie down.

Mama. Daddy.

I hope you can see that we're trying.

Lord knows we are both trying.

God, you made us family.

Help us to act like one, even when it's hard.

Amen.

Thank you so much for your help, Sherry.

No problem.

[Lewis] Can I get you anything?

Uh, a water would be great. Thank you.

[Lewis] Sure.

Hey, how's your arm?

Uh, not getting as much rest as Tina would like.

Thanks to that little fella.

Uh, I remember those years with my kids.

There is no rest for the weary.

[Lewis chuckles]

No, but I do think my arm's getting a bit better.

Well, that's a relief.

I mean we could sure use your help around here.

I thought Nathan hired a temporary hand.

He's not as quick off the draw like you.

So I'm, not getting my hours cut?

Far from it.

Well, that's a relief.

You know, when you don't have a whole lot to do,

worry starts swimming around in your mind.

There is absolutely nothing for you to be worried about.

You have proven your worth in the short time you've been here.

Plus, Aunt Amy and Janet would be so sad

if this little guy moved off the ranch.

We all would.

Well, it's good to know we're wanted.

Speaking of which,

I should probably get this little guy fed.

If I don't, he's going to start yelling very soon.

Yeah. Just as well.

I have to wrap my head around these children's activities

for the Easter celebration.

You know, I could help, if you like.

Really?

Yeah, I went to Sunday school every week

as a kid back in Indiana.

I remember all the fun games we played.

That's amazing.

Okay, I'm going to come by tomorrow

and we're going to make a plan.

You're a life saver.

You hear that?

Your daddy's a life saver.

Hey.

How you doing?

Uh, doing all right, doing all right.

I'm a little beat, but, you know.

Well, that is understandable.

You were out last night helping mama deliver her calf.

How did that go?

Good. Everybody's healthy.

-Good. -Yeah.

But I was out there till about 4:00 AM

Oh, James, you've been working so hard on the ranch lately.

How are you feeling about your upcoming sermon?

It is, uh, it's coming along.

Look, I know everybody's doing their best

to get the word out there.

I just really want our cowboy church to be a place that

people can count on, especially for worship.

I think people know they can count on it, James.

And it's going to be something very, very special.

People in Crossroad Springs have been praying

for a place like this, especially at Easter.

[footsteps approaching]

-Janet! -Hi.

[Aunt Amy] Where have you been hiding?

I was just helping out with Thomas.

He is such a little smudgy wudgie.

Smudgy wudgie?

Yes, James. That is the medical term.

[they chuckle]

How are your plans coming for the big Easter celebration?

The whole clinic's talking about it.

Oh, people at the clinic, are they going to come?

The clinic, the cafe, the Feed and Seed.

The whole town's abuzz, James.

[Janet] That's what happens when you get the word out.

What? What's wrong?

Uh, nothing, nothing.

I, I think I'm just going to feel a lot better

when I get a few details ironed out.

Well, lean on us. We can help.

We certainly can.

Well, thank you.

I think the biggest thing on my mind is

getting the barn fixed up.

Have you talked to Lewis? Have you seen him?

His arm is healing really well.

He should be up and running in no time.

Great.

Hey, why don't I organize some kids' activities?

[Aunt Amy] Yes! You can work with Sherry.

And I can ask Maggie to help with food.

Tulips are up. Ferns are out.

We can make beautiful flower arrangements.

This is starting to remind me of when we would get ready

for Easter when we were little.

Oh, I miss those days when we were all together.

You two were so full of wonder and curiosity about Easter.

You...

You used to talk Miss Linda's ear off at Sunday school.

She was so patient with you.

You asked so many questions

and she answered every single one.

-She was the best. -Mm-hmm.

And I think that's when I finally started connecting

with the teachings in a meaningful way.

Well, we knew you had a calling even back then.

Thank you. I really don't think I could do this without you.

I really don't think you could.

[they laugh]

Now I insist that you go get some sleep.

[Aunt Amy] But remember,

the Ranchers' Association meeting is at three tomorrow.

Okay?

I wouldn't miss it.

[Mason] And the Feed and Seeds' annual plant exchange

is this Saturday.

Now, switching gears to ongoing business.

I'll give the floor to Tucker Barrett from the

Small Ranchers' Lobby Committee.

Tucker.

Thank you Mason.

Hey folks.

As you all know, I spoke to the state administrator

about these beef quotas.

I had made our case that 750 head is an unfair threshold

for us small ranchers.

[Tucker] I'd also told them that we're the heart and soul

of America's beef industry

and we're being left out of the supply chain.

And it's not fair.

I'm happy to say, listen,

I'm told I'll have a decision by next week.

So I'm hoping for our next meeting to have some good news.

Thank you.

[applause]

Thank you, Tucker.

Now onto new business. Floor's open.

[Mason] Willis Hamilton...

What's on your mind?

[Willis] I'd like to, uh, I'd like to make a formal request

for help with the county feedlot officer.

I need to move forward on a permit

to accommodate another 250 head.

[murmuring]

Okay. Officially noted.

[Mason] Anyone else?

[Daniel] Yeah, I'll speak.

I think the feedlot office has better things to do

than chase pipe dreams.

Don't listen to him. He's just baiting you.

Mr. Newman, if you have new business to discuss,

I'm happy to hear it.

But as a reminder,

crosstalk is against the association's rules.

[Daniel] Copy that. No crosstalk, sir.

All right, well my new order of business then

is the legitimate concern that Willis Hamilton is just going to

waste the time of our allotted feedlot officer.

[Aunt Amy] Oh, come on. Sit down, Daniel.

[Mason] Settle. Settle please.

Daniel, if you've got something to say, say it.

Yeah, gladly.

It feels like you're putting on some kind of show here.

Now tell me why.

It's none of your business.

[Daniel] Well, that's where you're wrong.

Because we share a fence line, so. I don't know.

I just want to make sure you're not doing anything unlawful

on your side.

Unlawful!

You just can't stand the thought that things are going our way.

That's all you need to say on the matter, Dad.

Come on, let's go.

Yeah, and what matter is that? What are you Hamiltons up to?

Wouldn't you like to know?

Yeah, we would.

Who is, uh, who's we exactly?

Well, to quote him. Wouldn't you like to know?

[Mason] I move we adjourn the meeting.

[Tucker] I second.

-Yeah. -[gavel pounds]

[Maggie] Thanks for getting this stuff out of the attic.

Okay.

And you can just put that one right on top of that one.

Okay.

All right. Anything else I can bring in?

No. That was the last of my mom's kitchen supplies

when she moved.

I mean, we unpacked all the essentials,

but we still can't find her breadmaker.

It's got to be in one of these.

She'll be making fresh bread in no time.

Yeah, I hope so.

Thank you again for helping out.

Of course.

Why don't you have a seat. I'll get you some coffee.

Sounds great.

Hey Maggie, do you mind if I run something by you?

Yeah, of course. Everything okay?

Yeah. Yeah.

What's up?

Actually, you know what? My day started off great.

I was working on the sermon for Easter

and then Dad went ahead and dialed up the expansion

of the herd.

Is that such a bad thing?

I mean, maybe your dad was just feeling confident about

the water supply working out and wanted to make sure

he was ready.

I don't mind him being proactive.

The issue is that he announced it in front of

the entire Ranchers' Association.

Oh, that is quite a proclamation.

Yeah.

And of course, Daniel Newman was there,

and I don't think it's wise to let him know

that we're confident about our growth.

Right.

Well, I will say your dad has been dealing with the Newmans

for a pretty long time.

And I know his methods can be unconventional,

but he always seems to find a way to make it work.

I'm sure he had a good reason for making that announcement.

You always know the right thing to say.

[banging]

Oh, this is new.

Yeah, uh, Henry thought it would be best for us

to share the space for now.

Oh, I guess he forgot to mention it to me.

Oh, you didn't, you didn't know about this?

No.

Oh, I...

Oh, it's fine though. It's fine.

Well, besides, it'll be good for our communications.

You're right.

You know what,

what if we take over the old conference room?

It's too big for me, but if it's the two of us,

we can turn it into a shared physician's workspace.

Yeah, that would be amazing.

That would absolutely help with our consultations.

You're right. And give us a little more space.

Yeah.

[Janet] I'll talk to Henry about it.

Oh, that's okay.

I actually have a meeting with him later.

Then it's settled.

Hey, uh, how did you manage when you worked with Eric?

Eric?

[Janet blows out air]

Uh, good. Yeah. It was, it was good.

I mean, okay. We, we were both very busy.

So not a lot of interaction.

[Layla] Huh.

[Layla's phone buzzes]

I'm sorry. I have to take this.

Hey Mom.

Okay.

Oh no. Is Nana okay?

Do you want me to come home right now?

I mean, the next possible time I can get off work

is Easter weekend.

No, I know how important it is

and how every visit counts with her.

I'm just, yeah, I'm just getting settled in at work here.

And, you know what, I'll figure it out. Okay.

Love you, Mom.

Yeah, they're up to something over there,

but I don't know what it is.

[Jackson on phone] Look, I need you to get out there

and see if anything unusual is happening on their land.

Yeah. I appreciate your curiosity,

but I got enough responsibility on this side of the fence.

[Jackson] You should be doing whatever it takes.

Losing the upper hand

is not something your dad would've done.

I think I spent more time with my dad than you did, okay.

I know exactly what he would've done.

Then there you have it.

[Daniel] And I'm not him.

I will always do what's best for us now and in the future.

I got to go.

[disconnects]

[beeping]

[James] And thank You for the strength in our bodies

and the ground under our boots.

And please keep us safe at work today.

Thank you, Lord. Amen.

[All] Amen.

Oh, I really needed to hear those words today. Thank you.

Absolutely.

Just a reminder, we're one week away from Easter.

I really want to let you know that I'm so grateful

for how you've been able to support us. Thank you.

We wouldn't miss it.

But before that, Aunt Amy's already given us all

our marching orders.

I'm sure she has.

Well, look, I better go check on Willis.

He's still up in the back 40.

He's still up there?

Yeah, he's very determined that he's been guided

to the right spot where the underground spring

meets the old culvert system.

Let's hope he finds that streamhead.

And that it's on our side of the fence.

Yeah. God willing.

Yeah.

I know you just spoke with Mason.

Why don't we set up another meeting.

Maybe he has updates on the new water table survey.

That's a good idea.

Let us know what he advises on expanding the cattle barn.

Yeah. And fencing the outer edge of the property

for additional grazing.

Will do. Soon as we know, you'll know.

Okay.

-Thank you. -Thank you.

Two hundred and fifty new head of cattle

is about a lot more than just water, James.

Yeah.

We're already stretched thin as it is.

We don't have the money to go to the auction.

Any extra funds that we have

are already going towards our existing cattle.

Yeah, I know.

We just need to wrap our head around the numbers.

Let's meet with Mason, let's get Janet in the conversation,

assuming this water issue goes our way.

Assuming, but that is a big question mark.

[Mason] So basically it's everything you do now,

but increased by a third, if you can imagine that.

Yeah, well we're just trying to wrap our heads

around the hard costs.

And of course the labor.

Of course.

Well the inspection will certainly involve

permitting for the expanded cattle barn.

I mean you'll need weatherproof roofing and sides.

And the additional perimeter fencing plan needs to be

at least drawn out on paper.

Same with the water plan.

Well that's good.

[James] It doesn't sound like

there are any big surprises there.

[Mason] No, no.

The only new issue could be the maintenance schedules.

And what does that entail?

Well, look, the state basically wants to be sure

that you haven't bitten off more than you can chew.

So they'll give you the permit if you can show

you have detailed plans.

The feeding and watering schedule for the herd,

your projected dates for growth milestones,

you know those details.

After all, you're not going to buy 250 head all in one go?

Uh-uh. No, I mean, Willis is talking about 50 at a time,

but even that I think is too high.

I want to go slower. Twenty-five at max.

Okay. I can help you project the numbers for that pace.

Before we start diving into all the numbers,

shouldn't Dad be here for this?

Yes, he should. And he was invited.

But you know your father.

All right. Well if you guys want to continue,

I'm going to go see if I can wrangle Dad.

Good luck.

Hey Dad.

James.

Nathan and I were talking earlier about

what a difference you've made on this ranch.

Well, I appreciate that. Thank you.

Yeah, it feels good.

It feels like the right time.

We have a real chance to get ahead, don't we?

Just like when your granddad ran the place,

it always felt like he was one step ahead

of the other ranchers.

[James] You know, it is funny you bringing up Granddad

because you know as well as I do,

he would've been there at that meeting with Mason.

I let all of you sort those details.

I need to take care of my part.

And you are, you are.

There's never been any question about that.

Well, I guess we're just, we're just worried about you.

You've been digging since sunrise to sunset.

You sure you're not wearing yourself out?

I've got it narrowed down to where

the old culvert system ran.

So all I have to do now is keep digging.

On our side of the fence though, right?

Yes, on our side. Don't take me for a fool.

I know better than to do that.

I actually feel lifted by this work.

Yes, I know.

I started by wanting to outplay those Newmans,

but now I truly feel like I'm walking in the footsteps

of our ancestors.

They laid the breadcrumbs and I'm following the trail.

Then let the rivers flow.

The Lord gave our family this land,

and we will work hard to see it flourish.

[engine starts]

[Aunt Amy] Thank you again, Mason.

I know we're asking a lot of questions,

but we really appreciate it.

Oh, it's my pleasure.

You know, I'm rooting for you to get it all sorted.

Yeah, well, and I figure the more I learn about it,

the better.

Funny you should say that.

There's something I wanted to talk to you about.

Okay.

Randall is stepping down as my deputy head

of the Ranchers' Association this summer.

And I'm looking for someone to fill his shoes.

Oh, well, I mean, I'm sure James would be happy to help,

but he's so busy with the cowboy church and also he's been...

No, no, no, no. No.

I'm not thinking about James.

Oh, you want, you want Willis at the lectern?

No. See that's just like you,

always thinking of yourself last.

Oh me?

Yes, you. You show up to every meeting.

The members all know you and like you.

And that's no easy feat.

Well that is just because I bring cookies

on special occasions.

No, it's because you command respect.

Amy, the Hamiltons are one of the oldest families

in Crossroad Springs.

Whether you realize it or not,

you're a leader in the community.

Well, I am flattered by your offer. I am.

But I am very busy coordinating the herd expansion and...

[Mason] It's a lot.

I understand. Just give it some thought.

It's a great opportunity for you to see how things work

at the state level.

And who knows, connections could mean a leg up for your family.

That sounds appealing.

[doorbell rings]

Oh, that must be Maggie.

She's coming by to talk about Easter celebrations.

She's helping me out.

I'll think about it.

It's all I ask.

[Tucker] Wish I had better news to report.

It seems that at the state level,

they're not ready to support our committee's request.

The cattle minimum remains at 750 head.

-[Tucker] We've lost the battle. -[murmuring]

I know, I know, I know.

Look, this fight isn't over.

We've lost the battle but the war wages is on. Huh?

We still got appeals we can file.

There's still some noise we could make.

[Tucker] So if you want to join the fight,

just come and see me after the meeting, okay?

Thank you.

Mason.

[Mason] Thank you, Tucker.

Any new business?

[Mason] I motion to end the meeting.

I second.

[gavel pounds]

[James] You coming, Dad?

Yeah, I'll come in a minute.

[indistinct chattering]

[Daniel] Desperate acts of desperate men, huh.

What did you say?

You wouldn't know the writer. Don't worry about it.

Anyway, whatever you're doing on your side of the fence,

we won't be revising that water contract

to include any new expansion of your herd.

Good luck watering those new cows.

I won't need luck. I got God on my side.

Right, okay.

And as for your water contract, I brought it with me today.

Well, like I said, those terms are not up for renegotiation.

[paper ripping]

You see... [paper rips]

This is what I think of your water contract now.

[paper rips]

[Daniel chuckles]

[paper rips]

One more.

[paper rips]

Bold move, old man. It's bold.

You know what?

I like getting old, old and wise.

And this was definitely a moment worth waiting for.

Just look at that. It's snowing.

[Daniel scoffs]

It's snowing...

It's a pretty good line. I'll give you that.

[Layla] So what was it like when Eric was here?

[Janet] Eric? Uh, great.

He always went above and beyond for the patients.

And he fit in with everyone?

Well yeah. You know Eric.

He's, um, very personable.

Everyone likes him.

Yeah, he was like that when we were colleagues too.

Actually Eric and I went out a few times for dinner together.

Then I started working for All Time Health Net

and they frowned on dating in the workplace, so.

Wow. It must have been disappointing.

Well, rules are rules. My job comes first.

Anyway, I haven't seen him for a few years.

Oh, I agree.

Work should come first in our field.

And family, of course.

Oh, speaking of family, um,

I've been meaning to talk to you about something.

I was hoping to take a few days off over Easter

to visit my folks.

My sisters are flying in

and it's going to be a bit of a reunion

so I really don't want to miss it.

Would you be able to take a few shifts over Easter weekend?

Actually, my brother is opening up the cowboy church

to the whole community and I promised I'd help out.

I think I'm in charge of the kids' games.

Oh, it's just, I've asked around and it seems like

all the married folk have called dibs on days off.

Dibs?

Is that an official All Time Health Net policy?

No. I just try to accommodate staff of families with kids

and stuff.

Maybe you could be a part-time egg hunt helper

or set it up ahead of time?

Uhhhh...

I'll see what I can do.

Thanks Janet. Thank you.

[Layla] I owe you.

[Tina] I'm going to go get some groceries

and then collect eggs with Aunt Amy.

I'll be back as soon as I can.

Okay. Or we could go with you.

You are pushing too hard.

You need to be taking it easy.

You're going to set back the healing process.

Barbecuing burgers is pushing too hard?

No, but I worry about you.

It's never going to stop. Ever.

I can't help it if I have a work ethic.

I like to get things done.

Mm-hmm. Well you won't hear me complain about that quality.

I'll text you on my way home, okay?

Okay. Drive safe. I love you.

-I love you too. -[smooch]

You okay little guy? You got the hiccups?

Yeah.

-[Lewis hiccups] -Me too.

[James' phone buzzes]

Hey Michael, how's Chicago?

Good. I've been missing your input.

[James] Oh. What's on your mind?

Easter.

Yeah, me too brother. It's fast approaching.

[Michael] Yeah, you're telling me.

I've been working on my sermon for days.

Expectations are high.

You left a big impression on everyone.

I feel like I've got a lot to live up to.

Yeah, I know exactly what you mean.

That you left a big impression?

No, no. That we have a lot to live up to.

[James] Especially this time of year.

I know for me, I'm working on my sermon right now.

And it's for Easter, it's for our grand opening

of the brand new cowboy church.

And Michael, even though I've done this so many times before,

I'm feeling nervous.

Like the entire town is counting on me.

I'm sure you're going to be great.

And during the Easter season the Bible's teachings remind us

that there's room at the table for everyone.

[Michael] And truth deep enough to reach every heart.

Yeah. And His word carries lessons that meet us

exactly where we are.

All we have to do is have faith, of course.

[big sigh] Thank you my friend. You've lifted my spirits today.

[James] Yeah, me too.

Well it sounds like we both have some writing to do.

Should I let you go?

Yeah. I got to figure out a way to pull this all together.

Well, I have faith enough for both of us.

Happy Easter.

Thanks Michael.

[disconnects]

[Maggie] So Aunt Amy is going to help me put together

some food hampers for the community.

[Bea] That's a wonderful idea.

Just like I used to do with the ladies' auxiliary.

Exactly. That's why I thought you might have some advice

for what we could put in there.

Food hampers are so important, especially for people

who are too proud to go to the food bank.

And Easter service is the perfect time to give them out,

let people get the help they need

in the spirit of God's word.

Right.

Oh, and I'm also going to help Amy make some food

for the Easter service at James' cowboy church.

How many people?

We don't have a head count, but probably a lot.

I have something for you.

You do?

I haven't pulled this out in ages.

Not since I used to cook

for the Crossroad Springs church gatherings years ago.

[Maggie reads] "Big Recipes For Big Families".

[Bea] Page 40 is what you want. Real crowd pleasers.

This is great, Mom. Thanks.

If I'm feeling up to it, I'd love to help out.

I would love that.

Mother and daughter teaming up to give back to the community.

It's been a long time since I felt useful in that way.

Yeah. With the church closing down really did affect everyone.

You're right.

At the time I didn't know how deep the loss would be,

but now Crossroad Springs is finding its way again,

with a little help from James.

[ATV motor revving nearby]

[motor shuts off]

Janet.

What can I do for you?

I saw you passing by.

Thought I'd say hi. See how you're doing.

I must have missed something. Are we friends now?

[chuckles] Woo. Fastball, right down the middle. I like it.

Well, we're certainly neighbors, still, so.

I figured at least that gives me the right to know

if something big is brewing.

I have no idea what you're talking about.

Uh, well, Willis asked for the help of a feedlot officer

and then he ripped up the water contract

in front of the entire association.

You know anything about that?

Uh, feedlot officer?

Yeah.

No, I haven't heard anything about any of that.

Okay.

Just might want to keep an eye on it then

because sometimes Willis tends to do things

that affect my side of the fence.

Yeah.

You know, Daniel, not everything's about you.

You're right. It's not.

[Daniel] And yet somehow I feel like history

just keeps repeating itself between our two families.

I'd certainly love to stop that, but I don't know how.

Sorry to bother you. Just wanted to say hi.

[motor starts]

[Nathan] Hey boss. You got a second?

[James] Yeah, absolutely, Nathan.

Uh, there. How can I help you?

Nathan.

Wow. This is beautiful.

I've been working on it, after hours, of course.

You have really outdone yourself.

I don't know how to thank you.

You already have.

That's really magnificent.

Let me get the ladder. Let's put that up.

[James] I've also have a few lighting ideas.

Oh!

Willis, you startled me.

Oh, sorry. I didn't mean to.

Is everything okay? Are you hurt?

No. No. Nothing like that.

I just, well, are you busy?

Well, I was just about to put a pie in the oven,

but that can wait if you need me.

Yeah, yeah.

There's something I'd like to show you.

[Willis] So...

[Aunt Amy gasps]

[Willis] What do you think?

Wow.

[Willis chuckles]

[Willis] No fancy water tables necessary.

I just followed in Dad's footsteps.

I felt guided.

I thought if you hit the stream,

you'd come yelling down from the ridge,

proclaiming it to the whole county.

Well, I thought about doing that.

Well then I thought it'd be best if I just

shared the moment with you.

Amy, I appreciate how you've stuck by my side.

Especially ever since my Marianne passed.

You did it, Willis.

We're finally out of the Newman's clutches.

[Willis laughs]

You always knew there was water.

Uh, no, I didn't.

I was hopeful.

I, uh, all right.

I was confident.

[they both laugh]

And I trust the land,

and have even greater trust in the Lord.

I, uh, I need to get something off my chest.

I'm sorry that I haven't been more supportive of your vision.

I've just been so preoccupied and stressed,

preparing for what's coming and planning for the new cattle

and on top of Easter services coming up, it's just...

I know, I know.

But I'm sorry too.

Well, what are you sorry for?

You just solved our water problem.

We haven't exactly worked together a lot lately

and I want to rectify that.

Well, I think we have been handsomely rewarded

for setting our differences aside.

Well, you can say that again.

I guess we're on the same team after all.

Mom and Dad used to say that.

Yeah. Secret ingredient to Hamilton success.

Family working together.

Brother and sister.

[Aunt Amy laughs]

If only they could see us now.

I like to think they can.

[engine starts]