1 00:00:02,069 --> 00:00:06,438 lays] 2 00:00:06,474 --> 00:00:08,307 ¶ Just hear those sleigh bells jingling ¶ 3 00:00:08,342 --> 00:00:11,243 ¶ ring-ting-tingling too ¶ 4 00:00:11,278 --> 00:00:13,112 ¶ Come on it's lovely weather ¶ 5 00:00:13,147 --> 00:00:16,415 ¶ for a sleigh ride together with you ¶ 6 00:00:16,450 --> 00:00:18,083 ¶ Outside the snow is falling ¶ 7 00:00:18,119 --> 00:00:21,420 ¶ and friends are calling Yoo Hoo ¶ 8 00:00:21,455 --> 00:00:23,055 ¶ Come on it's lovely weather ¶ 9 00:00:23,090 --> 00:00:26,959 ¶ for a sleigh ride together with you ¶ 10 00:00:26,994 --> 00:00:29,928 ¶ Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, let's go ¶ 11 00:00:29,964 --> 00:00:32,064 And even though my dad is still stationed in Germany, 12 00:00:32,099 --> 00:00:35,467 Santa will always know where to find him. 13 00:00:35,503 --> 00:00:36,735 That's right, Reed. 14 00:00:36,771 --> 00:00:39,304 Santa's pretty magical that way. 15 00:00:39,340 --> 00:00:41,573 Great job on your paintings everybody. 16 00:00:41,609 --> 00:00:44,943 I'm very excited to see if your holiday predictions come true. 17 00:00:44,979 --> 00:00:46,745 Now, I've got good news. 18 00:00:46,781 --> 00:00:49,748 I only have one hour of homework assigned for you a day 19 00:00:49,784 --> 00:00:51,417 over holiday break. 20 00:00:51,452 --> 00:00:53,585 [groaning] 21 00:00:53,621 --> 00:00:54,286 Pay attention. 22 00:00:54,321 --> 00:00:55,521 Pay attention to the assignment. 23 00:00:55,556 --> 00:00:57,523 The assignment is... 24 00:00:57,558 --> 00:00:59,858 have as much fun as you possibly can! 25 00:00:59,894 --> 00:01:01,960 [children cheering] Yeah. 26 00:01:01,996 --> 00:01:02,995 [school bell rings] 27 00:01:03,030 --> 00:01:04,863 All right guys, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas. 28 00:01:04,899 --> 00:01:09,268 Don't forget to read 15 minutes a day, everybody. 29 00:01:09,970 --> 00:01:11,203 Hey, Reed. 30 00:01:11,238 --> 00:01:12,638 You going to be doing that winter camp 31 00:01:12,673 --> 00:01:14,306 over holiday break again? 32 00:01:14,341 --> 00:01:17,042 Yeah. My mom has to work, so my sister and I are going. 33 00:01:17,078 --> 00:01:18,310 Well, I'll be volunteering again. 34 00:01:18,345 --> 00:01:19,878 Just like spring break. 35 00:01:19,914 --> 00:01:21,013 With Ellen?! 36 00:01:21,048 --> 00:01:22,247 Well, she'll be there for the first couple of days. 37 00:01:22,283 --> 00:01:24,683 And then she's got to go to her dad's house for Christmas. 38 00:01:24,718 --> 00:01:25,851 But... 39 00:01:26,921 --> 00:01:29,955 Between you and me, the party on Christmas Eve this year 40 00:01:29,990 --> 00:01:32,224 is going to be off the charts. 41 00:01:32,259 --> 00:01:35,027 Well, I mean it was pretty fun last year. 42 00:01:35,062 --> 00:01:36,695 And it's going to be even better this time, 43 00:01:36,730 --> 00:01:37,830 so take lots of pictures. 44 00:01:37,865 --> 00:01:38,664 Hi Ellen. 45 00:01:38,699 --> 00:01:39,898 I will. 46 00:01:39,934 --> 00:01:41,233 Now, can we please get out of here? 47 00:01:41,268 --> 00:01:42,801 I'm so ready for winter break. 48 00:01:42,837 --> 00:01:44,837 Yes, please. Let's go home. 49 00:01:47,174 --> 00:01:48,941 You lead the way. 50 00:01:53,414 --> 00:01:55,481 We need to do some wash in the next couple of days 51 00:01:55,516 --> 00:01:58,150 so that you have clothes to wear to your father's. 52 00:01:58,185 --> 00:01:59,685 They have a washer and dryer. 53 00:01:59,720 --> 00:02:01,653 Your father and Grace have big plans for you. 54 00:02:01,689 --> 00:02:04,356 The last thing they need to be doing is your laundry. 55 00:02:04,391 --> 00:02:06,191 But you're going to be all alone for Christmas. 56 00:02:06,227 --> 00:02:08,727 Oh, I've got big plans too. 57 00:02:08,762 --> 00:02:09,995 I made it through a lot of Christmases 58 00:02:10,030 --> 00:02:11,697 before you came along. 59 00:02:11,732 --> 00:02:14,833 I think I can handle one on my own. 60 00:02:14,869 --> 00:02:16,368 Look at that sweater. 61 00:02:16,403 --> 00:02:20,239 Oh wow, yeah. That is somethin'. 62 00:02:20,274 --> 00:02:20,739 [child screams] Ahhhhh! 63 00:02:20,774 --> 00:02:22,074 Oh! Oh! 64 00:02:22,109 --> 00:02:22,608 You ok? 65 00:02:22,643 --> 00:02:25,410 -Joey! -I'm ok. 66 00:02:25,446 --> 00:02:26,778 Hey, buddy. 67 00:02:26,814 --> 00:02:28,347 You took quite a fall, you okay? 68 00:02:28,382 --> 00:02:29,148 Mmmhmm. 69 00:02:29,183 --> 00:02:30,349 I'm going to be in so much trouble. 70 00:02:30,384 --> 00:02:31,950 I'm supposed to be watching him on every single apparatus. 71 00:02:31,986 --> 00:02:33,752 That was my very clear directive. 72 00:02:33,787 --> 00:02:34,620 Oh. 73 00:02:34,655 --> 00:02:35,721 Promise me you'll keep it a secret? 74 00:02:35,756 --> 00:02:38,290 Oh, oh, we, we won't tell. 75 00:02:38,325 --> 00:02:39,458 I barely took my eyes off him. 76 00:02:39,493 --> 00:02:40,926 These things happen so fast. 77 00:02:40,961 --> 00:02:42,861 Come here, buddy. Let's get you up. 78 00:02:42,897 --> 00:02:44,129 All right, let's take a look at you. 79 00:02:44,165 --> 00:02:45,397 Can you bend your arm? 80 00:02:45,432 --> 00:02:46,031 Like this? 81 00:02:46,066 --> 00:02:47,799 What about the other arm? 82 00:02:47,835 --> 00:02:49,101 Can you wiggle your fingers? 83 00:02:49,136 --> 00:02:50,736 They still wiggle. 84 00:02:50,771 --> 00:02:52,271 Reach your arms up to the sky? 85 00:02:52,306 --> 00:02:53,472 Simon didn't say. 86 00:02:53,507 --> 00:02:54,273 [laughs] 87 00:02:54,308 --> 00:02:55,908 He's fine. 88 00:02:55,943 --> 00:02:58,377 No scratches or scrapes. 89 00:02:58,412 --> 00:03:00,279 I think your secret's safe. 90 00:03:00,314 --> 00:03:03,148 He's still going to tell on me. He always does. 91 00:03:03,184 --> 00:03:06,818 Enjoy the honesty, it doesn't last forever. 92 00:03:06,854 --> 00:03:08,554 Thank you, um... 93 00:03:08,589 --> 00:03:10,289 Maggie. Maggie. 94 00:03:10,324 --> 00:03:12,457 Maggie. It was a pleasure. 95 00:03:12,493 --> 00:03:14,459 I'd better... I'd better get him back home. 96 00:03:14,495 --> 00:03:15,928 Merry Christmas. 97 00:03:16,997 --> 00:03:18,096 [awkwardly] Oh yeah, this? 98 00:03:18,132 --> 00:03:20,132 Yeah. It's a thing that our family does, right Joey? 99 00:03:20,167 --> 00:03:21,900 -Mmmhmm. -Yeah. 100 00:03:21,936 --> 00:03:22,935 -Bye. -Bye. 101 00:03:24,705 --> 00:03:27,606 Can we please go home now? I'm starving. 102 00:03:27,641 --> 00:03:29,408 Oh, yeah. Let's go home. 103 00:03:29,443 --> 00:03:40,819 104 00:03:40,854 --> 00:03:42,621 -Oh, wow, this is incredible. -Good morning. 105 00:03:42,656 --> 00:03:44,356 It looks great, doesn't it? 106 00:03:44,391 --> 00:03:46,191 Oh good, you're here. 107 00:03:46,227 --> 00:03:47,826 Not a moment too soon. 108 00:03:47,861 --> 00:03:49,194 I'm short on volunteers this year, 109 00:03:49,230 --> 00:03:51,630 and we're just over a week until the party. 110 00:03:51,665 --> 00:03:53,298 Well, you've only got Ellen for a couple of days, 111 00:03:53,334 --> 00:03:55,434 but I'm in for the long haul. 112 00:03:55,469 --> 00:03:57,269 Ellen, since you're so good with the little ones, 113 00:03:57,304 --> 00:03:58,804 why don't you help with the ornament craft? 114 00:03:58,839 --> 00:03:59,671 Ok, yeah. 115 00:03:59,707 --> 00:04:01,206 [whispers] Have fun. 116 00:04:01,242 --> 00:04:03,041 And you can help unpack the decorations 117 00:04:03,077 --> 00:04:05,711 while I try to find someone to pick up a live tree from the lot. 118 00:04:05,746 --> 00:04:07,379 It needs to smell like Christmas in here. 119 00:04:07,414 --> 00:04:10,015 Um, I can pick up a tree from the lot. 120 00:04:10,050 --> 00:04:12,484 You can't pick up a giant Christmas tree by yourself. 121 00:04:12,519 --> 00:04:14,486 Excuse me, yes I can. 122 00:04:14,521 --> 00:04:16,655 Have you seen these muscles? Look at that. 123 00:04:16,690 --> 00:04:17,389 [laughs] 124 00:04:17,424 --> 00:04:18,624 Give me the keys to your truck. 125 00:04:18,659 --> 00:04:21,560 I'll have the guys in the lot throw it in the back for me. 126 00:04:21,595 --> 00:04:22,661 Okay, if you're sure. 127 00:04:22,696 --> 00:04:24,229 Do you want Ellen to go with you? 128 00:04:24,265 --> 00:04:25,697 Oh... 129 00:04:26,166 --> 00:04:27,366 Can she stay? 130 00:04:27,401 --> 00:04:28,834 She loves playing with the kids, 131 00:04:28,869 --> 00:04:31,303 and she's got to go in a couple of days. 132 00:04:31,338 --> 00:04:32,838 I'll keep an eye on her. 133 00:04:32,873 --> 00:04:35,240 Thanks. You're the best. 134 00:04:35,276 --> 00:04:36,408 You okay with that? 135 00:04:36,443 --> 00:04:38,210 Your first Christmas without her. 136 00:04:38,245 --> 00:04:39,811 Yeah. Yeah, of course. 137 00:04:39,847 --> 00:04:40,779 No, it's good, it's fine. 138 00:04:40,814 --> 00:04:43,248 I'm going to tackle some household projects, 139 00:04:43,284 --> 00:04:45,917 make a studio in the guesthouse, maybe get some painting done. 140 00:04:45,953 --> 00:04:47,185 It's going to be great. 141 00:04:47,221 --> 00:04:49,221 All of that on top of helping me here. 142 00:04:49,256 --> 00:04:51,056 And I'm sure you're shopping for the food bank. 143 00:04:51,091 --> 00:04:52,924 Well, they need the help. 144 00:04:52,960 --> 00:04:54,359 You do for everyone else, 145 00:04:54,395 --> 00:04:56,561 and it's one of my favourite things about you. 146 00:04:56,597 --> 00:04:58,030 But it's Christmas, Mags. 147 00:04:58,065 --> 00:05:00,065 You deserve a break. Have some fun. 148 00:05:00,100 --> 00:05:01,500 This will be fun. 149 00:05:01,535 --> 00:05:02,768 I haven't painted in months. 150 00:05:02,803 --> 00:05:06,772 I'm long overdue for some... some me time. 151 00:05:06,807 --> 00:05:08,573 Well just, don't give me that look! 152 00:05:08,609 --> 00:05:09,207 What look? 153 00:05:09,243 --> 00:05:10,008 That look! 154 00:05:10,044 --> 00:05:11,009 You know what, give me those keys. 155 00:05:11,045 --> 00:05:11,877 Ellen. 156 00:05:13,080 --> 00:05:14,579 I'm going to go run a quick errand, I'll be right back. 157 00:05:14,615 --> 00:05:15,614 Stop it with that look. 158 00:05:15,649 --> 00:05:16,348 What look? 159 00:05:16,383 --> 00:05:18,083 The look! You know the look. 160 00:05:18,118 --> 00:05:19,651 -Bye. -Bye. 161 00:05:22,456 --> 00:05:25,223 162 00:05:25,259 --> 00:05:26,058 Okay, and thank you. 163 00:05:26,093 --> 00:05:28,393 My car is parked right over there. 164 00:05:28,429 --> 00:05:30,095 Yeah, my guys are actually busy 165 00:05:30,130 --> 00:05:32,864 helping some other people right now, and uh... 166 00:05:32,900 --> 00:05:33,832 Oh. 167 00:05:33,867 --> 00:05:35,200 ...And I think those two are in front of you, 168 00:05:35,235 --> 00:05:36,635 so it just might be a little while. 169 00:05:36,670 --> 00:05:38,136 You know what, I can just take it myself. 170 00:05:38,172 --> 00:05:39,037 Not a big deal. 171 00:05:39,073 --> 00:05:40,038 Okay. 172 00:05:40,074 --> 00:05:41,006 Hi. 173 00:05:41,508 --> 00:05:43,108 [groans] Okay. 174 00:05:46,580 --> 00:05:48,280 [grunts] Ohhh!!! 175 00:05:48,315 --> 00:05:49,581 [gasps] 176 00:05:49,616 --> 00:05:51,783 Oh no! Oh no! 177 00:05:51,819 --> 00:05:54,920 I did not just kill Christmas sweater dad. 178 00:05:56,857 --> 00:05:58,457 Dad? 179 00:05:58,492 --> 00:05:59,224 Oh, okay. 180 00:05:59,259 --> 00:06:01,259 I'm going to call for some help. 181 00:06:01,295 --> 00:06:02,694 Hang tight. 182 00:06:06,033 --> 00:06:06,998 Oh, hi. 183 00:06:07,034 --> 00:06:08,600 Can I get an ambulance please, to Foster Park, 184 00:06:08,635 --> 00:06:09,634 the Christmas tree lot? 185 00:06:09,670 --> 00:06:11,503 A jogger was hit. 186 00:06:11,538 --> 00:06:12,337 No, not by a car. 187 00:06:12,373 --> 00:06:13,171 By... 188 00:06:13,207 --> 00:06:15,574 He was hit by a tree. It was a tree. 189 00:06:15,609 --> 00:06:17,642 No, it didn't fall on him, it was more like into him. 190 00:06:17,678 --> 00:06:19,311 But it's my fault, can you just send someone? 191 00:06:19,346 --> 00:06:21,146 Because I can explain it better in person. 192 00:06:21,181 --> 00:06:23,315 Great, thank you. Bye. 193 00:06:23,350 --> 00:06:25,417 Okay. Help is on the way. 194 00:06:25,452 --> 00:06:26,685 We're going to get you all fixed up 195 00:06:26,720 --> 00:06:28,653 and back to your little boy in no time. 196 00:06:28,689 --> 00:06:30,522 Everything's okay. 197 00:06:30,557 --> 00:06:31,923 You. 198 00:06:31,959 --> 00:06:32,958 Yeah. 199 00:06:38,132 --> 00:06:42,100 Thank you so much for taking her home, Alyssa. 200 00:06:42,136 --> 00:06:45,137 Yeah, he just got out of surgery on his wrist. 201 00:06:47,040 --> 00:06:49,007 So the nurse said that I could actually stay 202 00:06:49,042 --> 00:06:51,109 for a little while and just wait. 203 00:06:51,145 --> 00:06:54,212 They're having a little trouble getting a hold of his family. 204 00:06:54,248 --> 00:06:58,049 I know, I feel so bad too. 205 00:06:58,085 --> 00:06:59,551 Okay, all right, yeah, perfect. 206 00:06:59,586 --> 00:07:01,520 I'll text you when I'm leaving. 207 00:07:01,555 --> 00:07:03,922 Okay, bye. 208 00:07:09,029 --> 00:07:12,197 I'm... I'm really sorry. 209 00:07:12,232 --> 00:07:16,802 And I'll apologize again once you wake up from the anesthesia. 210 00:07:19,173 --> 00:07:21,640 You know they rebuilt your wrist? 211 00:07:21,675 --> 00:07:24,676 I think you might be a little bit bionic now. 212 00:07:28,248 --> 00:07:29,881 If it's any consolation, I'm... 213 00:07:29,917 --> 00:07:33,318 I'm going to ask for help next time. 214 00:07:33,353 --> 00:07:35,554 I'm not always so good at that. 215 00:07:36,190 --> 00:07:37,088 Still sleeping? 216 00:07:37,124 --> 00:07:38,023 Yeah. 217 00:07:38,058 --> 00:07:39,257 I was finally able to reach the family. 218 00:07:39,293 --> 00:07:42,694 Great. I would like to stay and apologize to them as well. 219 00:07:42,729 --> 00:07:45,096 Let them know I can cover any medical bills. 220 00:07:45,132 --> 00:07:46,798 That should be fine. 221 00:07:48,101 --> 00:07:49,234 Oh, no. 222 00:07:49,269 --> 00:07:51,203 What have you done to yourself, Lucas? 223 00:07:51,238 --> 00:07:52,270 He's going to be okay. 224 00:07:52,306 --> 00:07:55,874 It's my fault, but he just has a mild concussion. 225 00:07:55,909 --> 00:08:00,045 But listen, I promise I did not ruin Christmas for you, 226 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:01,780 or your father, or your family. 227 00:08:01,815 --> 00:08:04,249 He's just sleeping right now because of the medicine. 228 00:08:04,284 --> 00:08:05,884 Oh, no. He's not... 229 00:08:05,919 --> 00:08:06,518 Hey, buddy. 230 00:08:06,553 --> 00:08:07,285 Daddy! 231 00:08:07,321 --> 00:08:08,987 [laughing] 232 00:08:10,224 --> 00:08:12,691 Well, the doctor said he's going to be fine, 233 00:08:12,726 --> 00:08:14,526 but they want to keep him another day or so 234 00:08:14,561 --> 00:08:15,961 for observation. 235 00:08:15,996 --> 00:08:17,095 He told me what happened. 236 00:08:17,130 --> 00:08:19,431 I'm Chris, his brother. 237 00:08:19,466 --> 00:08:22,400 My wife Leah, and this is Joey. 238 00:08:22,436 --> 00:08:24,936 So this isn't Joey's father? 239 00:08:24,972 --> 00:08:26,605 You two know each other? 240 00:08:26,640 --> 00:08:28,773 We met yesterday at the park. 241 00:08:28,809 --> 00:08:30,976 I teach across the street at Castle Heights. 242 00:08:31,011 --> 00:08:32,611 Oh. 243 00:08:32,646 --> 00:08:34,446 Lucas is just in town for the baptism 244 00:08:34,481 --> 00:08:37,115 of our littlest one who's at home with my mom. 245 00:08:37,150 --> 00:08:41,052 But he's supposed to leave tomorrow on a trip... 246 00:08:41,088 --> 00:08:42,921 skiing in Aspen. 247 00:08:42,956 --> 00:08:46,224 No. No, not skiing. 248 00:08:46,260 --> 00:08:47,893 Why can't it just be a beach somewhere 249 00:08:47,928 --> 00:08:51,429 where he can sit and relax and not use his appendages? 250 00:08:51,465 --> 00:08:55,100 Well, we did want him to stay for Christmas, right? 251 00:09:02,776 --> 00:09:03,708 Alyssa: You met him at the park? 252 00:09:03,744 --> 00:09:05,477 You didn't tell me that part on the phone. 253 00:09:05,512 --> 00:09:06,578 It didn't seem relevant. 254 00:09:06,613 --> 00:09:09,581 Do you think I should put this over the fireplace? 255 00:09:09,616 --> 00:09:10,749 I like that one, 256 00:09:10,784 --> 00:09:12,851 and not because you did it on my bachelorette weekend. 257 00:09:12,886 --> 00:09:14,786 I like the colours. 258 00:09:14,821 --> 00:09:17,522 So, I googled your Christmas tree victim, 259 00:09:17,558 --> 00:09:20,425 and based on his social media he seems like a decent guy. 260 00:09:20,460 --> 00:09:22,861 I don't anticipate a lawsuit, but if it happens, 261 00:09:22,896 --> 00:09:24,329 I'll call my brother-in-law. 262 00:09:24,364 --> 00:09:26,131 He's very good at this sort of thing. 263 00:09:26,166 --> 00:09:28,433 So you're cyberstalking him. 264 00:09:28,468 --> 00:09:30,468 I'm just doing what any good friend would do, 265 00:09:30,504 --> 00:09:33,171 because you're too busy looking out for everyone else. 266 00:09:33,206 --> 00:09:34,639 Well, maybe that's what works for me. 267 00:09:34,675 --> 00:09:37,108 Maybe that way you're never disappointed. 268 00:09:37,144 --> 00:09:38,343 It's been two years, Mags. 269 00:09:38,378 --> 00:09:39,878 Alex has moved on. 270 00:09:39,913 --> 00:09:42,280 Maybe you should think about doing the same thing. 271 00:09:42,316 --> 00:09:43,515 Would you stop? 272 00:09:43,550 --> 00:09:45,784 Also, I'm not worried about the legal ramifications either. 273 00:09:45,819 --> 00:09:48,119 This family seemed very nice. 274 00:09:48,155 --> 00:09:50,155 Although I will embark on an apology tour, 275 00:09:50,190 --> 00:09:51,389 just to be safe. 276 00:09:51,425 --> 00:09:52,357 Good thinking. 277 00:09:52,392 --> 00:09:54,025 And I'll text you my brother-in-law's number, 278 00:09:54,061 --> 00:09:55,694 just to be safe. 279 00:09:57,598 --> 00:09:58,830 Oh! 280 00:10:01,168 --> 00:10:02,801 I don't like it. 281 00:10:06,340 --> 00:10:08,773 282 00:10:13,547 --> 00:10:18,416 Hi. I'm Maggie. Can I come in? 283 00:10:18,452 --> 00:10:19,985 I remember you. 284 00:10:20,020 --> 00:10:21,486 You do? 285 00:10:21,521 --> 00:10:23,488 Yeah, from the park the other day. 286 00:10:23,523 --> 00:10:25,023 Oh. 287 00:10:25,058 --> 00:10:28,526 You don't remember me from the reason you're here? 288 00:10:28,562 --> 00:10:31,363 Oh, you're the lady from the tree lot. 289 00:10:31,398 --> 00:10:32,364 Guilty. 290 00:10:32,399 --> 00:10:34,432 Very, very guilty, and... 291 00:10:34,468 --> 00:10:38,770 and trying to make it better by bringing you plants. 292 00:10:38,805 --> 00:10:41,506 So, you work there for tips, or are you on salary? 293 00:10:41,541 --> 00:10:42,741 [laughs weakly] 294 00:10:42,776 --> 00:10:44,709 I promise next time I'll get the guys 295 00:10:44,745 --> 00:10:46,945 to carry the tree for me. 296 00:10:46,980 --> 00:10:50,715 You do need to get better at asking for help. 297 00:10:50,751 --> 00:10:52,117 You were listening to me. 298 00:10:52,152 --> 00:10:53,551 Yeah. 299 00:10:53,587 --> 00:10:56,454 It's coming back to me. 300 00:10:56,490 --> 00:10:59,024 I am so sorry about your trip. 301 00:10:59,059 --> 00:11:00,125 No, no. 302 00:11:00,160 --> 00:11:01,693 I'm still going, I just need to leave a little later. 303 00:11:01,728 --> 00:11:02,894 Sorry to interrupt. 304 00:11:02,929 --> 00:11:06,865 Actually, the surgeon needs to do a follow-up next week. 305 00:11:06,900 --> 00:11:08,967 You had a pretty major break. 306 00:11:09,002 --> 00:11:10,101 They put some screws in, 307 00:11:10,137 --> 00:11:13,304 and he needs to make sure it's healing as it should. 308 00:11:13,340 --> 00:11:15,740 This is not negotiable? 309 00:11:15,776 --> 00:11:16,908 Sorry. 310 00:11:22,449 --> 00:11:24,582 What can I do? 311 00:11:24,618 --> 00:11:25,717 Can you get me out of here? 312 00:11:25,752 --> 00:11:27,185 Yeah, sure. 313 00:11:27,220 --> 00:11:29,421 And she said you're going to be discharged later this afternoon, so... 314 00:11:29,456 --> 00:11:32,557 No, no. Right now. I could use some fresh air. 315 00:11:32,592 --> 00:11:33,525 Oh, yeah. 316 00:11:33,560 --> 00:11:35,794 You know what, there's a courtyard outside. 317 00:11:35,829 --> 00:11:37,562 I can go ask the nurse, she's really nice, 318 00:11:37,597 --> 00:11:38,663 she lets you break the rules. 319 00:11:38,699 --> 00:11:39,698 Could you please? 320 00:11:39,733 --> 00:11:42,033 Yes, I'll go talk to her. I'll be right back. 321 00:11:44,104 --> 00:11:45,070 The courtyard is right here. 322 00:11:45,105 --> 00:11:47,072 -Great, thank you so much. -You're welcome. 323 00:11:47,107 --> 00:11:48,073 Is that okay to sit here? 324 00:11:48,108 --> 00:11:48,840 Mm-hmm. 325 00:11:48,875 --> 00:11:49,607 'Kay. 326 00:11:52,512 --> 00:11:53,912 So that Christmas sweater the other day. 327 00:11:53,947 --> 00:11:55,413 Wow, that was something. 328 00:11:55,449 --> 00:11:56,948 [sighs] Yeah. 329 00:11:56,983 --> 00:11:59,250 Yeah, you couldn't see it, but under his jacket 330 00:11:59,286 --> 00:12:00,685 Joey was wearing a matching one 331 00:12:00,721 --> 00:12:02,654 which he thought was the coolest thing. 332 00:12:02,689 --> 00:12:05,657 So he was the lucky one. He got to cover his up. 333 00:12:05,692 --> 00:12:06,925 Mm-hmm. 334 00:12:06,960 --> 00:12:09,627 Leah and Chris, they have this ugly Christmas sweater party, 335 00:12:09,663 --> 00:12:11,262 and they were pulling out all the stops 336 00:12:11,298 --> 00:12:12,530 to get me to stick around for it. 337 00:12:12,566 --> 00:12:16,935 Making me and Joey twins, hoping he would beg me to stick around. 338 00:12:16,970 --> 00:12:18,436 They're shameless. 339 00:12:18,472 --> 00:12:19,504 [exhales] 340 00:12:19,539 --> 00:12:22,640 Wait, they didn't hire you to maim me, did they? 341 00:12:22,676 --> 00:12:23,341 Oh no, no. 342 00:12:23,376 --> 00:12:25,009 I would've encouraged it though. 343 00:12:25,045 --> 00:12:26,478 I could use the extra holiday money. 344 00:12:26,513 --> 00:12:27,746 [chuckles] 345 00:12:27,781 --> 00:12:30,515 So why didn't you want to spend Christmas here with your family? 346 00:12:30,550 --> 00:12:32,584 Christmas isn't really my thing. 347 00:12:33,720 --> 00:12:34,853 [laughs] 348 00:12:34,888 --> 00:12:35,954 There he is. 349 00:12:35,989 --> 00:12:38,957 The nurse told me you snuck out to get some fresh air. 350 00:12:38,992 --> 00:12:41,693 I saw you already had one of these in your room, 351 00:12:41,728 --> 00:12:43,661 and now you've got a set. 352 00:12:43,697 --> 00:12:45,864 You never were very original, were you? 353 00:12:45,899 --> 00:12:48,733 My students rarely fall asleep during my lectures. 354 00:12:48,769 --> 00:12:50,001 We can't all do what you do? 355 00:12:50,036 --> 00:12:50,835 Did. 356 00:12:50,871 --> 00:12:51,736 I don't do anymore. 357 00:12:51,772 --> 00:12:53,238 For the time being, maybe. 358 00:12:53,273 --> 00:12:54,572 Cameron, this is Maggie. 359 00:12:54,608 --> 00:12:55,507 Hi there. 360 00:12:55,542 --> 00:12:56,541 I did this. 361 00:12:56,576 --> 00:12:58,309 Accidentally, of course. 362 00:12:58,345 --> 00:12:59,444 I would certainly hope so. 363 00:12:59,479 --> 00:13:01,646 Cameron and I went to architecture school together, 364 00:13:01,681 --> 00:13:03,481 and well, he never left. 365 00:13:03,517 --> 00:13:05,683 I never had his vision. 366 00:13:05,719 --> 00:13:07,185 Well, my vision's kind of on a break. 367 00:13:07,220 --> 00:13:08,987 Of course, not the kind of break I was hoping for. 368 00:13:09,022 --> 00:13:11,489 Yeah, your brother told me about the ski trip. 369 00:13:11,525 --> 00:13:14,492 It's still happening. I'm not giving up on it. 370 00:13:15,262 --> 00:13:17,428 So, you're getting sprung today I hear. 371 00:13:17,464 --> 00:13:19,197 You going to Leah and Chris's? 372 00:13:19,232 --> 00:13:20,999 They don't have room for me with her family here. 373 00:13:21,034 --> 00:13:23,201 It's okay, I'll go back to the hotel. 374 00:13:23,236 --> 00:13:25,270 An overpriced hotel with holiday rates? 375 00:13:25,305 --> 00:13:26,237 That's crazy. 376 00:13:26,273 --> 00:13:27,305 No, you'll stay with us. 377 00:13:27,340 --> 00:13:29,741 The twins are almost sleeping through the night. 378 00:13:29,776 --> 00:13:30,441 Look at me. 379 00:13:30,477 --> 00:13:32,277 I'm only half a zombie today. 380 00:13:32,312 --> 00:13:33,845 Almost sleeping through the night? 381 00:13:33,880 --> 00:13:34,646 Yeah. 382 00:13:34,681 --> 00:13:35,613 Yeah, as enticing as that sounds, 383 00:13:35,649 --> 00:13:38,850 I really like having my own space, thanks. 384 00:13:38,885 --> 00:13:40,718 Hmm, what about a short-term rental? 385 00:13:40,754 --> 00:13:42,120 I hear they have good weekly rates. 386 00:13:42,155 --> 00:13:44,122 A, I'm not going to be here for a week. 387 00:13:44,157 --> 00:13:47,025 And B, everything's probably booked this close to Christmas. 388 00:13:47,060 --> 00:13:50,528 Excuse me, if I may, I... I usually rent out my guesthouse, 389 00:13:50,564 --> 00:13:52,197 but I'm turning it into an art studio 390 00:13:52,232 --> 00:13:54,132 so it's actually vacant right now. 391 00:13:54,167 --> 00:13:55,900 You're welcome to use it if you want. 392 00:13:55,936 --> 00:13:57,435 No, I couldn't ask you to do that. 393 00:13:57,470 --> 00:13:59,103 You didn't ask. I offered. 394 00:13:59,139 --> 00:14:01,105 Which is very kind, but I don't want to impose. 395 00:14:01,141 --> 00:14:02,574 You're not imposing. 396 00:14:02,609 --> 00:14:04,542 Or if you feel like we're imposing on you, 397 00:14:04,578 --> 00:14:06,144 my daughter's going to go visit her father, 398 00:14:06,179 --> 00:14:08,746 so you'll have all the privacy you want. 399 00:14:08,782 --> 00:14:10,782 I think it sounds like a great plan. 400 00:14:10,817 --> 00:14:13,218 I mean... 401 00:14:13,253 --> 00:14:14,919 [laughs] 402 00:14:14,955 --> 00:14:17,322 I mean, I don't know. 403 00:14:17,357 --> 00:14:18,289 You're sure? 404 00:14:18,325 --> 00:14:19,724 Yes, I'm sure. 405 00:14:19,759 --> 00:14:20,725 Here. 406 00:14:20,760 --> 00:14:23,394 Here's my phone number. 407 00:14:26,766 --> 00:14:28,833 Oh, dear. Sorry. 408 00:14:28,869 --> 00:14:30,835 I'll go home and get the place ready for you. 409 00:14:30,871 --> 00:14:31,669 Nice to meet you. 410 00:14:31,705 --> 00:14:32,503 You too. 411 00:14:32,539 --> 00:14:34,105 -Ok. -Alright. Bye. 412 00:14:34,641 --> 00:14:37,108 Huh, Christmas in town? 413 00:14:37,143 --> 00:14:39,410 Way better than skiing. 414 00:14:39,446 --> 00:14:40,645 [laughs] 415 00:14:40,680 --> 00:14:42,914 [sarcastically] Yeah, way better. 416 00:14:44,284 --> 00:14:46,117 Alyssa: Well, this is an interesting development. 417 00:14:46,152 --> 00:14:48,586 Now Christmas sweater dad is moving in with you? 418 00:14:48,622 --> 00:14:49,821 His name is Lucas. 419 00:14:49,856 --> 00:14:51,823 He's not a dad and he's not moving in. 420 00:14:51,858 --> 00:14:54,092 We're just putting him up for a couple of days. 421 00:14:54,127 --> 00:14:55,927 Well, so much for setting up your art studio. 422 00:14:55,962 --> 00:14:56,794 I know. 423 00:14:56,830 --> 00:14:59,497 I'll get to it eventually. 424 00:14:59,532 --> 00:15:01,366 So, what's he like? 425 00:15:01,401 --> 00:15:03,034 He's fine. 426 00:15:03,069 --> 00:15:04,469 Fine? 427 00:15:04,504 --> 00:15:07,005 Yeah, fine. 428 00:15:07,040 --> 00:15:09,674 Well, I was looking on his social media, and yes. 429 00:15:09,709 --> 00:15:10,875 Fine is the word I would use. 430 00:15:10,911 --> 00:15:11,976 Would you stop? 431 00:15:12,012 --> 00:15:12,844 [laughs] 432 00:15:12,879 --> 00:15:13,845 It's not like that. 433 00:15:13,880 --> 00:15:14,946 You should've seen the sweater he was wearing 434 00:15:14,981 --> 00:15:16,114 at the park the other day. 435 00:15:16,149 --> 00:15:16,948 Ugh. 436 00:15:16,983 --> 00:15:18,082 Bad taste can easily be corrected. 437 00:15:18,118 --> 00:15:21,052 So I'll withhold any judgement until I see him myself. 438 00:15:21,087 --> 00:15:22,153 Wait, isn't there an old saying, 439 00:15:22,188 --> 00:15:25,123 "One should never kiss a man in a Christmas sweater?" 440 00:15:25,158 --> 00:15:26,524 No, that's not a thing. 441 00:15:26,559 --> 00:15:27,859 I'm pretty sure it's a thing. 442 00:15:27,894 --> 00:15:28,927 [door opens] 443 00:15:28,962 --> 00:15:30,828 ...Coffee filters are a thing that he would need 444 00:15:30,864 --> 00:15:31,896 if he wanted to have coffee here. 445 00:15:31,932 --> 00:15:32,830 Hi! 446 00:15:32,866 --> 00:15:34,832 Are these the right size for the sofa bed? 447 00:15:34,868 --> 00:15:37,902 Yeah, right over there. Thank you so much, honey. 448 00:15:37,938 --> 00:15:39,904 We want to make sure he feels completely at home here, 449 00:15:39,940 --> 00:15:42,707 since your mother ruined his holiday. 450 00:15:42,742 --> 00:15:45,643 Oh, thank you. I'd almost blocked it out. 451 00:15:48,581 --> 00:15:50,214 Just saying. 452 00:15:55,121 --> 00:15:57,655 Okay, here we are. Come on in. 453 00:15:57,691 --> 00:16:01,225 This is so great, and cozy. 454 00:16:01,261 --> 00:16:03,394 Thank you Maggie for putting him up. 455 00:16:03,430 --> 00:16:05,830 I hated the thought of him all alone at that hotel. 456 00:16:05,865 --> 00:16:06,698 Yeah, of course. 457 00:16:06,733 --> 00:16:08,399 It's all top of the line and the sofa bed 458 00:16:08,435 --> 00:16:10,201 is one of the good ones, I promise. 459 00:16:10,236 --> 00:16:11,436 I'm sure it is. 460 00:16:11,471 --> 00:16:13,071 Oh good, you have a coffee grinder. 461 00:16:13,106 --> 00:16:14,772 I got you your favourite beans. 462 00:16:14,808 --> 00:16:17,942 Anything we can do to help, just let us know. 463 00:16:17,978 --> 00:16:20,511 Lucas, did you see all the lights around her house? 464 00:16:20,547 --> 00:16:22,847 I sure did. Couldn't miss 'em. 465 00:16:22,882 --> 00:16:24,082 Okay. 466 00:16:25,085 --> 00:16:26,050 Okay. 467 00:16:26,086 --> 00:16:28,920 We are going to get the groceries from the car. 468 00:16:28,955 --> 00:16:29,821 Okay. 469 00:16:29,856 --> 00:16:31,089 But if we missed anything, let me know. 470 00:16:31,124 --> 00:16:33,891 I'll go get it for you. 471 00:16:33,927 --> 00:16:34,392 Joey: Bye. 472 00:16:34,427 --> 00:16:35,526 Maggie: Bye! 473 00:16:35,962 --> 00:16:37,462 [whispers] Bye-bye, Joey. 474 00:16:37,497 --> 00:16:38,930 Bye. Bye. 475 00:16:40,834 --> 00:16:43,735 Do you need help? I can help you. 476 00:16:43,770 --> 00:16:45,803 I got it. Really, I'm okay. 477 00:16:45,839 --> 00:16:48,206 Well uh, listen. These are all the instructions. 478 00:16:48,241 --> 00:16:51,476 So, um, appliances, cable, wi-fi password. 479 00:16:51,511 --> 00:16:52,343 Everything that you need. 480 00:16:52,379 --> 00:16:53,745 Anything else, you call, you can text, 481 00:16:53,780 --> 00:16:55,813 you can yell across the yard. 482 00:16:55,849 --> 00:16:56,781 We can hear you. 483 00:16:56,816 --> 00:16:57,715 Okay. 484 00:16:59,919 --> 00:17:01,252 You want to come over for dinner tonight? 485 00:17:01,287 --> 00:17:01,953 Hmm? 486 00:17:01,988 --> 00:17:03,388 I'm making Ellen's favourite. 487 00:17:03,423 --> 00:17:04,889 -Bolognese? -No. 488 00:17:04,924 --> 00:17:07,225 -Chicken Parm? -No. 489 00:17:07,260 --> 00:17:08,326 Oh. Mac and Cheese? 490 00:17:08,361 --> 00:17:10,128 No. Enchiladas. 491 00:17:10,163 --> 00:17:11,829 Yeah, that's my favourite too. 492 00:17:11,865 --> 00:17:13,765 In my defence, you have a lot of favourites. 493 00:17:13,800 --> 00:17:16,267 I appreciate that, but I'm... I'm feeling a little bit woozy. 494 00:17:16,302 --> 00:17:17,835 I'm probably just going to get some rest. 495 00:17:17,871 --> 00:17:18,803 Of course. 496 00:17:18,838 --> 00:17:20,772 Yeah, that's, yeah. If you need anything... 497 00:17:20,807 --> 00:17:23,474 I can call, text, and yell across the yard. 498 00:17:23,510 --> 00:17:24,642 That's what I was going to say. 499 00:17:24,677 --> 00:17:26,644 Oh, I said it earlier. Right. 500 00:17:26,679 --> 00:17:27,512 Yeah. 501 00:17:27,547 --> 00:17:29,447 Okay. Bye. 502 00:17:29,482 --> 00:17:30,715 -Bye. -Goodbye. 503 00:17:31,117 --> 00:17:31,949 Thanks again. 504 00:17:31,985 --> 00:17:33,985 Thank you. Thanks, and... 505 00:17:36,489 --> 00:17:37,789 [door closes] 506 00:17:38,658 --> 00:17:40,124 [sighs] 507 00:17:47,500 --> 00:17:48,766 Hey. 508 00:17:48,802 --> 00:17:50,601 He's having a tough day. 509 00:17:50,637 --> 00:17:52,303 He's supposed to be on the plane right now, 510 00:17:52,338 --> 00:17:55,006 and he was so looking forward to that trip. 511 00:17:55,041 --> 00:17:57,775 Not to make you feel any worse. 512 00:17:57,811 --> 00:18:01,512 We'll do our best to cheer him up. 513 00:18:01,548 --> 00:18:05,616 Don't be surprised if he's not very receptive at first. 514 00:18:05,652 --> 00:18:09,854 He's had a rough year, so he can be a bit prickly at times. 515 00:18:09,889 --> 00:18:11,622 Okay, that's good to know. 516 00:18:11,658 --> 00:18:12,824 Thanks. 517 00:18:12,859 --> 00:18:14,192 Thank you. 518 00:18:22,035 --> 00:18:26,037 519 00:18:27,907 --> 00:18:29,273 [knocking] 520 00:18:36,216 --> 00:18:37,515 Leftover Enchiladas. 521 00:18:37,550 --> 00:18:39,183 I made the sauce. 522 00:18:39,219 --> 00:18:40,318 Very thoughtful. 523 00:18:40,353 --> 00:18:41,352 Thanks. 524 00:18:42,455 --> 00:18:44,055 And this. 525 00:18:44,090 --> 00:18:45,423 Yeah, it's a good one. 526 00:18:45,458 --> 00:18:47,925 I haven't read it yet. 527 00:18:47,961 --> 00:18:50,027 And we're going to be decorating the tree later, 528 00:18:50,063 --> 00:18:51,496 if you'd like to come join us. 529 00:18:51,531 --> 00:18:52,430 You have to. 530 00:18:52,465 --> 00:18:54,332 It's not Christmas until the tree's done. 531 00:18:54,367 --> 00:18:56,267 You know what, can we play that by ear? 532 00:18:56,302 --> 00:18:59,203 You know me and... trees. 533 00:18:59,239 --> 00:19:00,505 Plus I'm feeling a bit achy. 534 00:19:00,540 --> 00:19:02,039 Yeah, of course. 535 00:19:02,075 --> 00:19:03,941 If you change your mind, you know where to find us. 536 00:19:03,977 --> 00:19:04,709 Thanks. 537 00:19:04,744 --> 00:19:05,977 Yeah. 538 00:19:06,312 --> 00:19:08,346 Oh, I'll get that for you. 539 00:19:11,784 --> 00:19:13,551 He's never going to forgive me, is he? 540 00:19:13,586 --> 00:19:15,153 Nope. 541 00:19:17,957 --> 00:19:20,458 So this box is only lights. 542 00:19:20,493 --> 00:19:21,592 This one's just ornaments. 543 00:19:21,628 --> 00:19:24,028 Okay, so the garland box must be deep in the closet. 544 00:19:24,063 --> 00:19:26,497 I've got to label these before I put them away. 545 00:19:26,533 --> 00:19:28,366 Will you add that to my to-do list? 546 00:19:28,401 --> 00:19:29,934 We need to finish this tonight. 547 00:19:29,969 --> 00:19:31,169 Well, if we can. 548 00:19:31,204 --> 00:19:32,837 You still have to pack. 549 00:19:32,872 --> 00:19:33,804 We can. 550 00:19:33,840 --> 00:19:35,173 If you're going to be all alone for Christmas, 551 00:19:35,208 --> 00:19:36,307 you have to have a pretty tree. 552 00:19:36,342 --> 00:19:38,809 Excuse me, I'm not going to be all alone on Christmas. 553 00:19:38,845 --> 00:19:41,045 I'm going to have dinner with you on Christmas night. 554 00:19:41,080 --> 00:19:42,947 And I'm the one who's supposed to be worrying about you, 555 00:19:42,982 --> 00:19:45,383 not the other way around. 556 00:19:45,418 --> 00:19:46,651 You know what? 557 00:19:46,686 --> 00:19:48,452 We're going to need a step stool to reach the top of that tree. 558 00:19:48,488 --> 00:19:49,787 I'm going to grab one from the garage. 559 00:19:49,822 --> 00:19:51,189 I'll be right back. 560 00:19:52,659 --> 00:19:54,358 [knocking at door] 561 00:19:58,331 --> 00:19:59,130 Hi. 562 00:19:59,165 --> 00:20:00,298 You changed your mind! 563 00:20:00,333 --> 00:20:01,866 Uh, actually I was wondering if you're having a problem 564 00:20:01,901 --> 00:20:02,633 with the internet. 565 00:20:02,669 --> 00:20:03,701 Mine doesn't seem to be working. 566 00:20:03,736 --> 00:20:04,402 Yeah. 567 00:20:04,437 --> 00:20:05,636 Ellen: Yeah, that happens a lot. 568 00:20:05,672 --> 00:20:07,471 Especially when I'm playing Major Quest, my favourite game. 569 00:20:07,507 --> 00:20:08,673 I'll teach you how to play later. 570 00:20:08,708 --> 00:20:09,740 Ah, sounds good. 571 00:20:09,776 --> 00:20:11,542 Yeah, I was streaming this truly terrible movie. 572 00:20:11,578 --> 00:20:13,044 I need to know how it ends. 573 00:20:13,079 --> 00:20:16,080 Yeah, I can reset the router from my phone. 574 00:20:16,115 --> 00:20:17,215 Okay. 575 00:20:17,250 --> 00:20:19,150 It should be back up and running in about five minutes. 576 00:20:19,185 --> 00:20:20,484 Okay. Great, thanks. 577 00:20:20,520 --> 00:20:21,352 Yeah. 578 00:20:21,387 --> 00:20:22,386 Wait. 579 00:20:23,389 --> 00:20:25,323 You're tall. 580 00:20:25,358 --> 00:20:28,226 Uh... Thank you? 581 00:20:28,261 --> 00:20:30,595 We can't reach the top of our Christmas tree. 582 00:20:30,630 --> 00:20:31,762 Can you help? 583 00:20:31,798 --> 00:20:32,863 [laughs] 584 00:20:32,899 --> 00:20:33,431 Yeah, sure. 585 00:20:33,466 --> 00:20:35,399 Great, right this way. 586 00:20:42,575 --> 00:20:43,841 My nemesis. 587 00:20:43,876 --> 00:20:44,475 Oh no. 588 00:20:44,510 --> 00:20:45,476 This is a different tree. 589 00:20:45,511 --> 00:20:48,846 I promise this one holds no ill will toward you. 590 00:20:48,881 --> 00:20:51,449 The bad one's at the youth centre on the base. 591 00:20:51,484 --> 00:20:52,583 I volunteer there. 592 00:20:52,619 --> 00:20:53,684 Ellen, look. 593 00:20:53,720 --> 00:20:54,919 It's your bunny. 594 00:20:54,954 --> 00:20:56,220 You love bunnies. 595 00:20:56,256 --> 00:20:58,556 Yeah, when I was a baby. 596 00:20:58,591 --> 00:21:01,359 Don't worry, your secret's safe with me. 597 00:21:02,562 --> 00:21:03,928 Here you go. 598 00:21:03,963 --> 00:21:05,730 You can put that right on top. 599 00:21:05,765 --> 00:21:06,530 All right. 600 00:21:06,566 --> 00:21:07,565 Mm-hmm. 601 00:21:07,600 --> 00:21:08,866 I do remember you're good at keeping secrets. 602 00:21:08,901 --> 00:21:10,935 Oh, just the benign ones. 603 00:21:10,970 --> 00:21:13,104 Did Leah ever find out about Joey's fall? 604 00:21:13,139 --> 00:21:15,206 He squealed in the first two minutes. 605 00:21:15,241 --> 00:21:17,041 I only got a short lecture, though. 606 00:21:17,076 --> 00:21:18,042 She let me off easy. 607 00:21:18,077 --> 00:21:20,745 So, skiing in Aspen? 608 00:21:20,780 --> 00:21:25,283 Yeah, long overdue trip, and I needed a change. 609 00:21:25,318 --> 00:21:26,717 Ah, change can be good. 610 00:21:26,753 --> 00:21:28,119 Ellen's got one tomorrow. 611 00:21:28,154 --> 00:21:30,054 She's going to her dad's house. 612 00:21:30,089 --> 00:21:31,055 Looks good. 613 00:21:31,090 --> 00:21:32,556 Even, symmetrical. 614 00:21:32,592 --> 00:21:34,992 Hey, nice word usage. 615 00:21:35,028 --> 00:21:36,961 It was on my last vocab list. 616 00:21:36,996 --> 00:21:39,630 I love to see that list in action. 617 00:21:39,666 --> 00:21:41,165 [washer beeps] 618 00:21:41,200 --> 00:21:43,501 Oh, can you change the clothes over to the dryer? 619 00:21:43,536 --> 00:21:44,735 Okay. 620 00:21:44,771 --> 00:21:47,805 Ellen's stepmother has a friend that owns a chocolate factory, 621 00:21:47,840 --> 00:21:50,908 and they're going to be taking Ellen on a private fancy tour. 622 00:21:50,943 --> 00:21:53,077 Oh, that sounds delicious. 623 00:21:53,112 --> 00:21:54,145 I love chocolate. 624 00:21:54,180 --> 00:21:54,845 I'll bring you some. 625 00:21:54,881 --> 00:21:56,714 I'm going to hold you to that. 626 00:21:58,551 --> 00:22:00,151 Have fun tomorrow. 627 00:22:00,787 --> 00:22:02,520 [sighs] 628 00:22:02,555 --> 00:22:04,822 Well um, goodnight. 629 00:22:04,857 --> 00:22:06,791 Oh, you're not going to keep decorating? 630 00:22:06,826 --> 00:22:08,326 I've got a bad movie to finish. 631 00:22:08,361 --> 00:22:10,461 I mean, I've already dedicated an hour of my life. 632 00:22:10,496 --> 00:22:11,929 What's another 23 minutes? 633 00:22:11,964 --> 00:22:14,332 You're going to miss carols and cocoa. 634 00:22:14,901 --> 00:22:16,600 Yeah, um... 635 00:22:16,636 --> 00:22:18,336 Take a rain check. 636 00:22:24,911 --> 00:22:30,181 637 00:22:30,216 --> 00:22:31,449 Hey. 638 00:22:31,484 --> 00:22:33,784 Listen, I know. 639 00:22:33,820 --> 00:22:35,686 I did this to you, and I am so sorry. 640 00:22:35,722 --> 00:22:36,821 What can I do? 641 00:22:36,856 --> 00:22:37,822 [sighs] 642 00:22:37,857 --> 00:22:38,689 It's fine, Maggie. 643 00:22:38,725 --> 00:22:39,824 Listen. 644 00:22:39,859 --> 00:22:40,925 I know, I know. 645 00:22:40,960 --> 00:22:42,993 Your Christmas isn't happening the way you wanted. 646 00:22:43,029 --> 00:22:44,195 Mine isn't either, but, 647 00:22:44,230 --> 00:22:47,498 but we can't just sit around and dwell on our situations. 648 00:22:47,533 --> 00:22:51,202 I'm not dwelling, I'm withdrawing. 649 00:22:51,571 --> 00:22:55,373 You know what always helps when everything seems bleak? 650 00:22:55,408 --> 00:22:56,807 Giving back. 651 00:22:56,843 --> 00:22:58,042 Volunteering. 652 00:22:58,077 --> 00:22:59,377 Especially during the holidays. 653 00:22:59,412 --> 00:23:00,544 [laughs] 654 00:23:00,580 --> 00:23:02,480 You're going to "good Samaritan" me? 655 00:23:02,515 --> 00:23:05,082 Well, I am losing my volunteer partner in the morning, 656 00:23:05,118 --> 00:23:07,151 so I need someone to step in for her. 657 00:23:07,186 --> 00:23:09,320 Yeah, and would that someone happen to be 658 00:23:09,355 --> 00:23:10,354 a one-handed architect 659 00:23:10,390 --> 00:23:12,523 who most definitely is not dwelling right now? 660 00:23:12,558 --> 00:23:13,591 I don't know, I mean, 661 00:23:13,626 --> 00:23:15,226 do you know anybody that fits that description? 662 00:23:15,261 --> 00:23:17,161 I can't even imagine. 663 00:23:17,196 --> 00:23:18,996 [small laugh] 664 00:23:19,732 --> 00:23:21,365 Noon tomorrow? 665 00:23:22,702 --> 00:23:23,434 'K. 666 00:23:23,469 --> 00:23:25,202 Get inside. It's cold. 667 00:23:25,238 --> 00:23:26,804 [laughing] I know! 668 00:23:27,373 --> 00:23:29,440 ¶ 669 00:23:29,475 --> 00:23:33,210 Okay, so you have your phone, you can call me anytime. 670 00:23:33,246 --> 00:23:34,445 What if it's 4:00 AM? 671 00:23:34,480 --> 00:23:35,479 Well, I'll answer. 672 00:23:35,515 --> 00:23:37,381 You might want to wait until I've had my coffee, 673 00:23:37,417 --> 00:23:39,150 but I'll answer. 674 00:23:40,720 --> 00:23:42,052 Hi Mags, merry Christmas. 675 00:23:42,088 --> 00:23:43,888 Hi. Merry Christmas. 676 00:23:43,923 --> 00:23:45,289 Hi Grace. 677 00:23:45,324 --> 00:23:47,057 We'll take good care of her. 678 00:23:47,093 --> 00:23:49,059 Of course you will. 679 00:23:49,095 --> 00:23:50,628 -Hey kiddo. Merry Christmas. -Hey. 680 00:23:50,663 --> 00:23:52,263 Merry Christmas, Dad. 681 00:23:52,298 --> 00:23:53,063 Good morning. 682 00:23:53,099 --> 00:23:54,532 I was just on my way to the cafe, 683 00:23:54,567 --> 00:23:56,534 but I wanted to say goodbye. 684 00:23:56,569 --> 00:23:58,202 Don't you forget my chocolate. 685 00:23:58,237 --> 00:23:59,270 I won't. 686 00:23:59,305 --> 00:24:00,805 Try the blueberry waffles, they're my favourite. 687 00:24:00,840 --> 00:24:02,106 Okay. 688 00:24:02,141 --> 00:24:02,907 New renter? 689 00:24:02,942 --> 00:24:03,874 Yeah, he's really nice. 690 00:24:03,910 --> 00:24:05,309 Merry Christmas, Lucas. 691 00:24:05,344 --> 00:24:06,911 Merry Christmas, Ellen. 692 00:24:07,847 --> 00:24:10,080 Hey, I love you. 693 00:24:10,116 --> 00:24:10,948 Be polite, okay? 694 00:24:10,983 --> 00:24:11,782 Thank you. 695 00:24:11,818 --> 00:24:13,784 -Thank you so much, have fun! -Ok. 696 00:24:17,156 --> 00:24:18,389 Bye. 697 00:24:21,427 --> 00:24:27,932 698 00:24:27,967 --> 00:24:29,233 You okay? 699 00:24:29,268 --> 00:24:30,901 Yeah. 700 00:24:30,937 --> 00:24:33,571 You want to go to breakfast? 701 00:24:33,606 --> 00:24:35,973 I hear good things about the blueberry waffles. 702 00:24:36,008 --> 00:24:38,008 No, that's okay. We actually already ate. 703 00:24:38,044 --> 00:24:39,677 I'm going to go do some dishes 704 00:24:39,712 --> 00:24:41,078 before we give back to the world. 705 00:24:41,113 --> 00:24:42,746 I'll see you at noon. 706 00:24:42,782 --> 00:24:44,415 Yeah. 707 00:24:50,022 --> 00:24:52,056 708 00:24:53,292 --> 00:24:54,725 Mm. 709 00:24:55,695 --> 00:24:57,127 Oh, thank you. 710 00:24:57,563 --> 00:24:58,462 Mm. 711 00:24:58,498 --> 00:24:59,830 She was right. 712 00:24:59,866 --> 00:25:01,966 Best blueberry waffles I've ever had. 713 00:25:02,001 --> 00:25:03,133 Your new landlord? 714 00:25:03,169 --> 00:25:04,168 No, her daughter. 715 00:25:04,203 --> 00:25:05,469 She's a pretty cool kid. 716 00:25:05,505 --> 00:25:07,605 How's it going there? 717 00:25:07,640 --> 00:25:10,007 You know, fridge is stocked, bed's comfy, 718 00:25:10,042 --> 00:25:13,511 wi-fi's spotty, but all in all I'd give it a four star. 719 00:25:13,546 --> 00:25:16,514 So what, you just going to hole yourself up in there all week? 720 00:25:16,549 --> 00:25:18,048 I mean it's Christmas. 721 00:25:18,084 --> 00:25:20,484 Maybe you could enjoy yourself? 722 00:25:20,520 --> 00:25:22,853 I had an enjoyable plan for the holidays, 723 00:25:22,889 --> 00:25:24,922 but now that's a bust. 724 00:25:26,893 --> 00:25:28,359 Come on, Lucas. 725 00:25:28,394 --> 00:25:29,994 What happened in New York? 726 00:25:30,029 --> 00:25:32,663 You were going to be running that firm one day. 727 00:25:32,698 --> 00:25:34,698 I guess... 728 00:25:34,734 --> 00:25:36,800 Between the 70-hour work weeks and one project 729 00:25:36,836 --> 00:25:39,136 bleeding itself into the next, 730 00:25:39,171 --> 00:25:41,972 you know, nothing felt special anymore. 731 00:25:42,008 --> 00:25:45,476 My passion suddenly felt like a chore. 732 00:25:45,511 --> 00:25:47,144 And then when Shannon called off the engagement, 733 00:25:47,179 --> 00:25:49,013 that was the last straw. 734 00:25:49,048 --> 00:25:50,114 I needed a break. 735 00:25:50,149 --> 00:25:52,750 They're not going to let the sabbatical last forever. 736 00:25:52,785 --> 00:25:54,852 Maybe that's what I want. 737 00:25:54,887 --> 00:25:56,186 You're just going to quit your job? 738 00:25:56,222 --> 00:25:58,022 I don't know. 739 00:25:58,057 --> 00:25:59,590 You know, you work yourself to the bone 740 00:25:59,625 --> 00:26:00,758 striving for this level of success, 741 00:26:00,793 --> 00:26:01,892 and then when you get there, 742 00:26:01,928 --> 00:26:03,561 you think it's all going to be sunshine and rainbows, 743 00:26:03,596 --> 00:26:04,595 but you know what it is? 744 00:26:04,630 --> 00:26:05,863 It's 10 more work hours added 745 00:26:05,898 --> 00:26:09,099 to an already overwhelming schedule. 746 00:26:09,135 --> 00:26:12,603 Well, that my friend, is the price of your talent. 747 00:26:12,638 --> 00:26:15,039 Then maybe I don't want to pay it. 748 00:26:16,242 --> 00:26:18,909 I want to feel my life, Cam. 749 00:26:18,945 --> 00:26:22,613 Do all those things that I've kept putting off for my career. 750 00:26:22,648 --> 00:26:27,718 It's a balancing act, and you were never very good at it. 751 00:26:27,753 --> 00:26:29,153 Yeah. 752 00:26:30,122 --> 00:26:31,689 Do you still love architecture? 753 00:26:31,724 --> 00:26:33,190 More than anything. 754 00:26:33,225 --> 00:26:34,692 But I never had your talent, 755 00:26:34,727 --> 00:26:37,461 so I get to appreciate it from afar. 756 00:26:37,496 --> 00:26:39,730 Those who can't do, teach. 757 00:26:39,765 --> 00:26:41,432 Hmm. 758 00:26:41,467 --> 00:26:42,766 And what happens when those who can do 759 00:26:42,802 --> 00:26:44,702 don't want to anymore? 760 00:26:48,007 --> 00:26:50,674 I think that's a question only you can answer. 761 00:26:52,345 --> 00:26:54,511 I knew you were going to say that. 762 00:26:58,751 --> 00:27:00,384 It's a holiday camp for kids 763 00:27:00,419 --> 00:27:01,885 who have one or more parents deployed. 764 00:27:01,921 --> 00:27:03,454 So they do games and activities, 765 00:27:03,489 --> 00:27:05,322 there's a big party on Christmas Eve. 766 00:27:05,358 --> 00:27:06,490 My best friend runs the youth centre, 767 00:27:06,525 --> 00:27:09,226 so Ellen and I have been volunteering since she was six. 768 00:27:09,261 --> 00:27:11,829 And this year, one of my students is attending. 769 00:27:11,864 --> 00:27:12,763 You're a teacher. 770 00:27:12,798 --> 00:27:14,331 Yeah, second grade. 771 00:27:14,367 --> 00:27:15,566 How did I not know that? 772 00:27:15,601 --> 00:27:17,067 Hmm, you never asked. 773 00:27:17,103 --> 00:27:18,669 Now, I'm the one who owes you an apology. 774 00:27:18,704 --> 00:27:20,671 Oh pfft, no you don't. For what? 775 00:27:20,706 --> 00:27:22,139 For never asking. 776 00:27:24,677 --> 00:27:26,744 Child: I love gingerbread. 777 00:27:26,779 --> 00:27:27,745 This one? 778 00:27:27,780 --> 00:27:28,779 Nope. 779 00:27:28,814 --> 00:27:29,513 Here? 780 00:27:29,548 --> 00:27:30,614 Nope. 781 00:27:30,650 --> 00:27:31,181 Huh? 782 00:27:31,217 --> 00:27:32,249 Mm-mm. 783 00:27:33,719 --> 00:27:34,351 That's the one. 784 00:27:34,387 --> 00:27:37,454 [laughs] Yes, that's it. 785 00:27:37,490 --> 00:27:38,856 I am watching you. 786 00:27:38,891 --> 00:27:40,190 [laughs] 787 00:27:40,226 --> 00:27:41,025 Oh. 788 00:27:41,060 --> 00:27:42,026 Hi, I'm Alyssa. 789 00:27:42,061 --> 00:27:43,927 -This is Lucas. -Hi. 790 00:27:43,963 --> 00:27:45,496 Thanks for coming. 791 00:27:45,531 --> 00:27:47,631 Okay, so the theme to the Christmas Eve party 792 00:27:47,667 --> 00:27:49,933 has officially now changed to Gingerbread Lane. 793 00:27:49,969 --> 00:27:50,634 Oh. 794 00:27:50,670 --> 00:27:51,568 I know it's only five days away, 795 00:27:51,604 --> 00:27:53,137 but who likes a challenge more than me? 796 00:27:53,172 --> 00:27:54,271 No more winter wonderland. 797 00:27:54,306 --> 00:27:56,974 This bakery donated a ton of gingerbread house kits, 798 00:27:57,009 --> 00:27:58,676 so there you go. 799 00:27:58,711 --> 00:28:00,377 Free is the theme. 800 00:28:00,413 --> 00:28:01,445 Great. 801 00:28:01,480 --> 00:28:02,513 We're going to line the room with all the houses, 802 00:28:02,548 --> 00:28:04,615 and the kids are just putting them together now. 803 00:28:04,650 --> 00:28:07,451 Miss Alyssa, could I make mine a two-storey house? 804 00:28:07,486 --> 00:28:09,019 You can make it a ten-story if you want. 805 00:28:09,055 --> 00:28:11,455 There are no rules, Violette. 806 00:28:11,490 --> 00:28:15,526 It keeps... falling down. 807 00:28:15,561 --> 00:28:17,661 Looks like you're having some reinforcement issues there. 808 00:28:17,697 --> 00:28:19,229 May I? 809 00:28:19,265 --> 00:28:20,464 Okay. 810 00:28:20,499 --> 00:28:21,732 You see this? 811 00:28:21,767 --> 00:28:24,568 Using one cookie is the equivalent of using two-by-fours, 812 00:28:24,603 --> 00:28:27,004 which aren't strong enough to support the roof. 813 00:28:27,039 --> 00:28:33,711 However, if you use a second one and like so, it's thicker. 814 00:28:33,746 --> 00:28:36,013 Now you have the equivalent of two-by-eights. 815 00:28:36,048 --> 00:28:37,748 Why don't you grab the roof? 816 00:28:37,783 --> 00:28:39,983 And... 817 00:28:41,387 --> 00:28:43,220 Voila. 818 00:28:43,255 --> 00:28:45,756 Do you think we can make a skyscraper? 819 00:28:45,791 --> 00:28:47,257 Pfft, I think we could build that thing 820 00:28:47,293 --> 00:28:50,227 all the way to the ceiling if we do it right. 821 00:28:50,262 --> 00:28:52,763 But make sure for balance, 822 00:28:52,798 --> 00:28:55,733 you set a really wide foundation before you start building up. 823 00:28:55,768 --> 00:28:59,536 And then it has to taper a bit at the top. 824 00:28:59,572 --> 00:29:00,404 Cool. 825 00:29:00,773 --> 00:29:01,872 Cool. 826 00:29:02,775 --> 00:29:03,841 Remember when you said 827 00:29:03,876 --> 00:29:06,110 "one should never kiss a man in a Christmas sweater?" 828 00:29:06,145 --> 00:29:07,177 Yeah? 829 00:29:07,213 --> 00:29:09,279 I think one could potentially make an exception 830 00:29:09,315 --> 00:29:10,614 when it's that man. 831 00:29:10,649 --> 00:29:12,216 Oh! 832 00:29:13,119 --> 00:29:16,453 All right, who is up for a winter challenge? 833 00:29:16,489 --> 00:29:17,154 Ooh. 834 00:29:17,189 --> 00:29:18,889 I'm always up for a challenge. 835 00:29:18,924 --> 00:29:22,392 But I should warn you, I am very competitive. 836 00:29:22,428 --> 00:29:23,727 Oh, yeah? 837 00:29:23,763 --> 00:29:25,395 Well, I have an advantage. 838 00:29:25,431 --> 00:29:26,730 What's that? 839 00:29:26,766 --> 00:29:27,898 Two hands. 840 00:29:28,400 --> 00:29:29,166 [laughs] 841 00:29:30,302 --> 00:29:33,137 Okay everybody, snowball fight time. 842 00:29:33,172 --> 00:29:35,773 The rules are... 843 00:29:35,808 --> 00:29:37,007 What are the rules of a snowball fight? 844 00:29:37,042 --> 00:29:39,076 You just, you throw and you don't stop? 845 00:29:39,111 --> 00:29:40,410 That's exactly right. 846 00:29:40,446 --> 00:29:41,845 So how do you know who wins? 847 00:29:41,881 --> 00:29:43,514 Just whoever's driest? 848 00:29:43,549 --> 00:29:46,183 Okay, whoever's driest when all is said and done. 849 00:29:46,218 --> 00:29:47,951 It's a good thing I have a waterproof cast then, 850 00:29:47,987 --> 00:29:49,753 because I don't like to lose. 851 00:29:49,789 --> 00:29:50,587 We're not going to lose. 852 00:29:50,623 --> 00:29:52,790 My dad and I do this when we're home. 853 00:29:52,825 --> 00:29:54,291 He wins at everything. 854 00:29:54,326 --> 00:29:56,093 He's a superhero. 855 00:29:56,128 --> 00:29:57,694 Dad's not a superhero Reed, 856 00:29:57,730 --> 00:30:01,765 he's just a soldier like Everett's mom and Sarah's dad. 857 00:30:01,801 --> 00:30:04,802 He may not wear a cape, but my dad is a superhero. 858 00:30:04,837 --> 00:30:06,436 Of course he is, you guys. 859 00:30:06,472 --> 00:30:08,438 He's out there, away from his family, 860 00:30:08,474 --> 00:30:10,774 fighting to keep us all safe. 861 00:30:11,811 --> 00:30:12,976 If that doesn't make him a superhero, 862 00:30:13,012 --> 00:30:14,745 then I don't know what does. 863 00:30:16,315 --> 00:30:17,848 I guess. 864 00:30:17,883 --> 00:30:19,349 What? 865 00:30:19,385 --> 00:30:21,318 They said you were prickly. 866 00:30:21,353 --> 00:30:22,686 Who said that? 867 00:30:22,721 --> 00:30:24,488 They. 868 00:30:24,523 --> 00:30:25,756 My brother and Leah. 869 00:30:25,791 --> 00:30:28,158 I'm going to have a talk with them when they come by tonight. 870 00:30:28,194 --> 00:30:29,226 Oh, I keep your secrets 871 00:30:29,261 --> 00:30:33,230 and then you're going to throw me under the bus? 872 00:30:33,265 --> 00:30:35,699 [laughing] 873 00:30:35,734 --> 00:30:37,668 You're supposed to throw them at the other team. 874 00:30:37,703 --> 00:30:38,702 [laughing] 875 00:30:39,171 --> 00:30:44,208 ¶ 876 00:30:44,243 --> 00:30:53,784 877 00:30:59,024 --> 00:31:01,358 So you want us to come back again and help tomorrow? 878 00:31:01,393 --> 00:31:03,994 I need you every minute of every day, 879 00:31:04,029 --> 00:31:05,529 but yes please, come back tomorrow. 880 00:31:05,564 --> 00:31:06,496 And thank you, Lucas. 881 00:31:06,532 --> 00:31:07,731 You are a welcome edition. 882 00:31:07,766 --> 00:31:09,399 It was my pleasure, really. 883 00:31:09,435 --> 00:31:10,534 Hey mister. 884 00:31:10,569 --> 00:31:12,936 My dad and I made a giant clubhouse in our backyard 885 00:31:12,972 --> 00:31:15,005 that you can go inside. 886 00:31:15,040 --> 00:31:17,007 Can you make a giant gingerbread house like that? 887 00:31:17,042 --> 00:31:18,909 Oof, I don't think there are enough cookies 888 00:31:18,944 --> 00:31:20,811 in the world to do that. 889 00:31:22,114 --> 00:31:24,248 You know, but if you made it out of wood 890 00:31:24,283 --> 00:31:25,782 and you painted it to look like gingerbread, 891 00:31:25,818 --> 00:31:27,117 I don't see why not. 892 00:31:27,152 --> 00:31:29,386 So you'll do it then? 893 00:31:32,424 --> 00:31:34,291 I... I'm sorry? 894 00:31:34,326 --> 00:31:35,192 I'll do what? 895 00:31:35,227 --> 00:31:37,761 Help us make a giant gingerbread house. 896 00:31:37,796 --> 00:31:39,596 I actually think this is a really good idea. 897 00:31:39,632 --> 00:31:41,265 We could put it right in the middle of the room, 898 00:31:41,300 --> 00:31:43,400 and I may know of an esteemed architect 899 00:31:43,435 --> 00:31:46,036 who could help us build it. 900 00:31:46,071 --> 00:31:47,170 After the party we can move it outside 901 00:31:47,206 --> 00:31:49,973 and make it a permanent structure for the playground. 902 00:31:50,009 --> 00:31:52,209 Woah, I don't know. 903 00:31:52,244 --> 00:31:53,877 I don't even know how long I'm going to be here. 904 00:31:53,913 --> 00:31:54,978 Are you leaving tomorrow? 905 00:31:55,014 --> 00:31:55,545 No. 906 00:31:55,581 --> 00:31:56,446 What about the next day? 907 00:31:56,482 --> 00:31:56,947 No. 908 00:31:56,982 --> 00:31:57,714 What about Friday? 909 00:31:57,750 --> 00:31:59,983 I got a follow-up on the 26th. 910 00:32:00,019 --> 00:32:01,418 Oh, after the party. 911 00:32:01,453 --> 00:32:03,287 That' s interesting, interesting. 912 00:32:04,857 --> 00:32:06,323 But I'm not in the best shape. 913 00:32:06,358 --> 00:32:08,292 We'll do all the work. 914 00:32:08,594 --> 00:32:11,595 I have experience. I've done this before. 915 00:32:13,432 --> 00:32:14,564 Have you? 916 00:32:14,600 --> 00:32:15,966 Okay, all right. 917 00:32:16,001 --> 00:32:17,234 Let's do it. 918 00:32:17,269 --> 00:32:20,370 This is going to be so much fun. 919 00:32:22,174 --> 00:32:23,740 Counting on you. 920 00:32:27,646 --> 00:32:29,646 ¶ 921 00:32:30,482 --> 00:32:32,816 We'll need some cedar shakes and some brown paint 922 00:32:32,851 --> 00:32:34,584 to make the house look like gingerbread. 923 00:32:34,620 --> 00:32:37,454 Oh, and blueprint paper. Put that on the list. 924 00:32:37,489 --> 00:32:39,356 And I have all the brushes that we'll need for the trim 925 00:32:39,391 --> 00:32:41,591 in the guest house, but we're going to need some rollers. 926 00:32:41,627 --> 00:32:44,161 Yeah, that's a pretty decent art stash you have back there. 927 00:32:44,196 --> 00:32:45,362 Is it Ellen's? 928 00:32:45,397 --> 00:32:48,598 Oh no, Ellen doesn't paint unless it's on a touch screen. 929 00:32:48,634 --> 00:32:50,600 Actually, I haven't either much in the last year, 930 00:32:50,636 --> 00:32:53,637 but I'm planning on turning the guest house into an art studio. 931 00:32:53,672 --> 00:32:55,172 Start painting again. 932 00:32:55,207 --> 00:32:58,175 But not this week, don't worry. 933 00:32:58,210 --> 00:33:00,777 Sounds like we both ruined each other's plans, huh? 934 00:33:00,813 --> 00:33:05,048 Oh, well mine's not really as big of a deal as yours. 935 00:33:05,084 --> 00:33:08,218 I mean, I like painting but it's more of a hobby. 936 00:33:08,253 --> 00:33:11,488 You know, I find it soothing, it's meditative. 937 00:33:11,523 --> 00:33:12,389 Hmm. 938 00:33:12,424 --> 00:33:14,324 So those paintings in the living room. 939 00:33:14,360 --> 00:33:15,459 Are those yours? 940 00:33:15,494 --> 00:33:16,827 Yeah. 941 00:33:16,862 --> 00:33:18,462 You're pretty good. 942 00:33:18,497 --> 00:33:19,963 Why did you stop? 943 00:33:19,999 --> 00:33:22,232 Oh, I don't know if I did ever really stop. 944 00:33:22,267 --> 00:33:23,734 But you know, life. 945 00:33:23,769 --> 00:33:25,202 My daughter. 946 00:33:25,237 --> 00:33:26,903 Also it's so disorganized up there. 947 00:33:26,939 --> 00:33:29,740 I figure I'll get to it when I get to it. 948 00:33:29,775 --> 00:33:31,308 Well, I think it's important to take time 949 00:33:31,343 --> 00:33:33,176 for the things that you want to do. 950 00:33:33,212 --> 00:33:34,544 Hmm. 951 00:33:34,580 --> 00:33:37,514 Like skiing in Aspen. 952 00:33:39,351 --> 00:33:41,084 Like skiing in Aspen. 953 00:33:41,120 --> 00:33:44,688 But that's just one item on a very long to-do list. 954 00:33:44,723 --> 00:33:46,423 There you are. 955 00:33:46,458 --> 00:33:48,425 We were ringing the bell and calling. 956 00:33:48,460 --> 00:33:49,626 Oh, I am so sorry. 957 00:33:49,661 --> 00:33:52,095 I completely forgot that you guys were coming by tonight. 958 00:33:52,131 --> 00:33:54,031 I see where we stand in the pecking order. 959 00:33:54,066 --> 00:33:56,366 Oh my gosh, please come and sit down. 960 00:33:56,402 --> 00:33:57,334 Get in here. 961 00:33:57,369 --> 00:33:59,069 I've guilted him into servitude. 962 00:33:59,104 --> 00:34:01,038 He's been volunteering with me at the youth camp 963 00:34:01,073 --> 00:34:03,907 on the military base. 964 00:34:03,942 --> 00:34:05,542 Oh, don't look so surprised. 965 00:34:05,577 --> 00:34:07,711 I happen to have a very good heart. 966 00:34:07,746 --> 00:34:09,946 I just choose to hide it from you. 967 00:34:09,982 --> 00:34:11,014 [laughs] 968 00:34:11,050 --> 00:34:13,116 And here we felt bad thinking you were all alone 969 00:34:13,152 --> 00:34:14,618 while we were at work today. 970 00:34:14,653 --> 00:34:16,586 I like to see you getting involved. 971 00:34:16,622 --> 00:34:20,190 Maybe now you'll come to our party tomorrow night? 972 00:34:20,225 --> 00:34:21,425 Uh... 973 00:34:21,460 --> 00:34:22,926 It's an ugly Christmas sweater theme, 974 00:34:22,961 --> 00:34:26,096 and he's already got the wardrobe for it. 975 00:34:26,131 --> 00:34:28,398 We'd love for you to join, Maggie. 976 00:34:28,434 --> 00:34:30,033 It sounds really fun. 977 00:34:30,069 --> 00:34:32,235 I would love to. 978 00:34:37,476 --> 00:34:38,608 All right, fine. 979 00:34:38,644 --> 00:34:39,576 I'm in. 980 00:34:39,611 --> 00:34:41,144 [laughter] 981 00:34:41,180 --> 00:34:42,245 There's a white elephant exchange, 982 00:34:42,281 --> 00:34:44,881 so bring the most ridiculous $10 gift you can find. 983 00:34:44,917 --> 00:34:45,882 You've got it. 984 00:34:45,918 --> 00:34:47,818 I'm just happy he's not moping around anymore. 985 00:34:47,853 --> 00:34:49,786 Whoa, whoa, whoa, I was never moping. 986 00:34:49,822 --> 00:34:50,720 No, he wasn't moping. 987 00:34:50,756 --> 00:34:51,988 He was withdrawing. 988 00:34:52,024 --> 00:34:54,458 But we put a stop to that pretty quickly. 989 00:34:55,928 --> 00:34:57,894 Hey, can I get you guys some hot chocolate? 990 00:34:57,930 --> 00:34:59,396 -Uh, yes, please. -Yeah, ok. 991 00:34:59,431 --> 00:35:01,431 -Thank you. -Coming right up. 992 00:35:03,102 --> 00:35:06,736 ¶ 993 00:35:14,012 --> 00:35:16,446 Do these go in the dishwasher? 994 00:35:20,452 --> 00:35:21,518 Maggie? 995 00:35:21,553 --> 00:35:22,786 What? 996 00:35:29,661 --> 00:35:30,794 You okay? 997 00:35:30,829 --> 00:35:31,928 Yeah. 998 00:35:31,964 --> 00:35:32,896 Yeah, I'm good. 999 00:35:32,931 --> 00:35:35,432 Yeah, I was just thinking about what you said? 1000 00:35:35,467 --> 00:35:37,534 Uh, what did I say? 1001 00:35:37,569 --> 00:35:42,506 About how it's important that we do what we want to do. 1002 00:35:43,408 --> 00:35:45,142 Okay. 1003 00:35:45,177 --> 00:35:47,944 So what is it that you want to do? 1004 00:35:47,980 --> 00:35:52,115 Well for starters, I want to change this tree. 1005 00:35:52,151 --> 00:35:54,451 It's been decorated like this for years. 1006 00:35:54,486 --> 00:35:58,388 I've always loved a tree that was simple and classy 1007 00:35:58,423 --> 00:36:00,891 with white lights and lots of red and silver, 1008 00:36:00,926 --> 00:36:02,826 which my ex thinks is boring. 1009 00:36:02,861 --> 00:36:07,330 So those decorations have been collecting dust for years. 1010 00:36:07,366 --> 00:36:09,299 What does Ellen like? 1011 00:36:09,334 --> 00:36:10,734 Ellen's 11. 1012 00:36:10,769 --> 00:36:12,068 She doesn't care about what's on the tree, 1013 00:36:12,104 --> 00:36:13,570 she only cares about what's underneath. 1014 00:36:13,605 --> 00:36:15,505 [laughs] 1015 00:36:15,541 --> 00:36:16,806 Okay then. 1016 00:36:16,842 --> 00:36:18,375 Why don't you go get those decorations, 1017 00:36:18,410 --> 00:36:21,244 and let's change this tree. 1018 00:36:21,280 --> 00:36:23,980 -Seriously? -Seriously. 1019 00:36:29,688 --> 00:36:31,121 Oh, do you need help? 1020 00:36:31,156 --> 00:36:32,756 No, I can get it. 1021 00:36:32,791 --> 00:36:34,124 So where does this insatiable need 1022 00:36:34,159 --> 00:36:35,792 to put everyone else first come from, huh? 1023 00:36:35,827 --> 00:36:36,860 [laughs] 1024 00:36:36,895 --> 00:36:39,496 It's probably collateral damage from my marriage. 1025 00:36:39,531 --> 00:36:41,631 I mean, I did everything. 1026 00:36:41,667 --> 00:36:44,000 The house, the shopping, the school, 1027 00:36:44,036 --> 00:36:45,468 our bills, our daughter. 1028 00:36:45,504 --> 00:36:48,772 And on top of that, all my students. 1029 00:36:48,807 --> 00:36:50,674 The epitome of a multitasker. 1030 00:36:50,709 --> 00:36:52,275 I didn't mind, you know. 1031 00:36:52,311 --> 00:36:54,678 We were building a future together. 1032 00:36:54,713 --> 00:36:57,948 My ex was growing his insurance company so that one day 1033 00:36:57,983 --> 00:37:01,585 Ellen could go to college and I could go to Paris. 1034 00:37:01,620 --> 00:37:02,986 You know in movies when people sit 1035 00:37:03,021 --> 00:37:05,855 and they paint the Paris landmarks? 1036 00:37:05,891 --> 00:37:07,791 I always wanted to do that. 1037 00:37:07,826 --> 00:37:09,459 And what did you paint? 1038 00:37:09,494 --> 00:37:11,027 Arc de Triomphe? 1039 00:37:11,063 --> 00:37:12,128 The Louvre? 1040 00:37:12,164 --> 00:37:14,297 I don't see any Parisian landmarks on these walls. 1041 00:37:14,333 --> 00:37:16,600 Yeah, probably because I never went. 1042 00:37:16,635 --> 00:37:20,170 The business was his world, and then there was Ellen and me. 1043 00:37:20,205 --> 00:37:22,505 And coming in second place is probably great 1044 00:37:22,541 --> 00:37:25,275 when you're in the Olympics, but it did not work for me. 1045 00:37:25,310 --> 00:37:27,844 And believe me, I tried. 1046 00:37:27,879 --> 00:37:29,679 It's okay. I... 1047 00:37:29,715 --> 00:37:32,215 We're still friends, and I'm glad he's happy. 1048 00:37:32,251 --> 00:37:33,917 And what about you? 1049 00:37:35,020 --> 00:37:37,220 What about me? 1050 00:37:37,256 --> 00:37:40,123 Well, why not pick up some paint brushes 1051 00:37:40,158 --> 00:37:42,726 and take yourself to Paris? 1052 00:37:42,761 --> 00:37:43,827 Oh, I might. 1053 00:37:43,862 --> 00:37:47,564 Yeah, maybe after Ellen graduates from high school? 1054 00:37:47,599 --> 00:37:49,499 That's years from now. 1055 00:37:49,534 --> 00:37:52,168 Look, I was just like your ex, you know. 1056 00:37:52,204 --> 00:37:56,539 Always putting it off until you reach that big goal. 1057 00:37:56,575 --> 00:37:58,174 Did you ever get where you wanted to go? 1058 00:37:58,210 --> 00:37:59,042 Oh yeah. 1059 00:37:59,077 --> 00:37:59,976 Yeah, yeah, I got there. 1060 00:38:00,012 --> 00:38:02,712 Yeah, but it turns out the promised land 1061 00:38:02,748 --> 00:38:06,416 doesn't know how to keep a promise. 1062 00:38:06,451 --> 00:38:09,653 Architecture just didn't fill me up anymore. 1063 00:38:09,688 --> 00:38:12,088 How did you get interested in architecture in the first place? 1064 00:38:12,124 --> 00:38:14,491 Um, James Smith Maxwell. 1065 00:38:14,526 --> 00:38:15,392 Who? 1066 00:38:15,427 --> 00:38:17,827 My father was a project manager for him. 1067 00:38:17,863 --> 00:38:20,363 He designed the most exquisite homes I've ever seen. 1068 00:38:20,399 --> 00:38:22,932 Never reached the notoriety of, say, Frank Lloyd Wright. 1069 00:38:22,968 --> 00:38:24,934 But we had this coffee table book on him, 1070 00:38:24,970 --> 00:38:27,370 and I thought it was so cool how something my father helped build 1071 00:38:27,406 --> 00:38:29,339 was now in the pages of a book. 1072 00:38:29,374 --> 00:38:33,076 I wish I still had it, but it's out of print. 1073 00:38:33,111 --> 00:38:35,345 So you wanted to build houses? 1074 00:38:36,581 --> 00:38:38,648 You go ahead, sorry. 1075 00:38:40,285 --> 00:38:41,217 Um yeah, yeah. 1076 00:38:41,253 --> 00:38:43,353 But I was recruited straight out of college 1077 00:38:43,388 --> 00:38:45,055 by this big firm in New York. 1078 00:38:45,090 --> 00:38:48,558 I mean, why build houses when you can touch the sky? 1079 00:38:48,593 --> 00:38:49,893 Do you like teaching? 1080 00:38:49,928 --> 00:38:51,895 Yeah. 1081 00:38:51,930 --> 00:38:53,930 Yeah, of course. 1082 00:38:53,965 --> 00:38:56,232 I get excited to go to work every day. 1083 00:38:56,268 --> 00:38:58,802 And I can share my love of painting with my students. 1084 00:38:58,837 --> 00:39:00,770 Well, they say that you should spend your time doing 1085 00:39:00,806 --> 00:39:02,572 what brings you the most joy in life. 1086 00:39:02,607 --> 00:39:03,740 Oops. 1087 00:39:06,578 --> 00:39:09,145 So what brings you the most joy? 1088 00:39:09,181 --> 00:39:11,648 It used to be building, 1089 00:39:11,683 --> 00:39:18,221 but now I... I really don't know anymore. 1090 00:39:18,256 --> 00:39:22,092 You know, maybe you got burnt out, Lucas. 1091 00:39:22,127 --> 00:39:23,393 Why do you think I chose a profession 1092 00:39:23,428 --> 00:39:25,428 that gives me summers off? 1093 00:39:25,464 --> 00:39:26,396 [laughs] 1094 00:39:26,431 --> 00:39:29,232 We all need a break sometimes. 1095 00:39:29,267 --> 00:39:31,368 Yeah, I guess maybe you're right. 1096 00:39:38,710 --> 00:39:45,982 1097 00:39:52,491 --> 00:39:55,925 And then we re-did the tree exactly the way I like it. 1098 00:39:55,961 --> 00:39:56,459 We? 1099 00:39:56,495 --> 00:39:57,694 Yeah, Lucas helped. 1100 00:39:57,729 --> 00:39:58,495 We're friends. 1101 00:39:58,530 --> 00:39:59,329 He's a good guy. 1102 00:39:59,364 --> 00:40:00,663 Yes, he is. 1103 00:40:00,699 --> 00:40:01,598 But he's also one of those 1104 00:40:01,633 --> 00:40:04,300 super high-powered career driven types. 1105 00:40:04,336 --> 00:40:06,102 We all know where that road leads. 1106 00:40:06,138 --> 00:40:07,804 You said Lucas walked away from all that. 1107 00:40:07,839 --> 00:40:09,005 Yeah, temporarily. 1108 00:40:09,040 --> 00:40:11,174 But people always return to the patterns 1109 00:40:11,209 --> 00:40:13,009 that make them the most comfortable. 1110 00:40:13,044 --> 00:40:14,611 Like take Alex for example. 1111 00:40:14,646 --> 00:40:15,845 As soon as he realized I wasn't willing 1112 00:40:15,881 --> 00:40:17,447 to live life on his terms, 1113 00:40:17,482 --> 00:40:19,816 he went out and found somebody who was. 1114 00:40:19,851 --> 00:40:21,317 Besides, as soon as Lucas's doctor 1115 00:40:21,353 --> 00:40:24,354 gives him the go-ahead to fly, he's out of here. 1116 00:40:24,389 --> 00:40:26,489 Okay, so maybe Lucas isn't your guy. 1117 00:40:26,525 --> 00:40:28,658 But I still think you should keep your options open. 1118 00:40:28,693 --> 00:40:30,493 I mean, eventually Ellen's going to go away to college, 1119 00:40:30,529 --> 00:40:31,795 and then what? 1120 00:40:31,830 --> 00:40:34,164 And then, I don't know. That's a long way off. 1121 00:40:34,199 --> 00:40:35,498 Just be open to the possibilities, 1122 00:40:35,534 --> 00:40:36,433 that's all I'm saying. 1123 00:40:36,468 --> 00:40:38,902 It always happens when you're not looking. 1124 00:40:38,937 --> 00:40:40,136 I swore off relationships after Darren, 1125 00:40:40,172 --> 00:40:43,506 and then on the one time my coffee place had a power outage, 1126 00:40:43,542 --> 00:40:44,307 I go to another? 1127 00:40:44,342 --> 00:40:45,208 I meet my husband. 1128 00:40:45,243 --> 00:40:46,042 Coincidence? 1129 00:40:46,077 --> 00:40:46,876 I think not. 1130 00:40:46,912 --> 00:40:47,877 Maybe that was luck. 1131 00:40:47,913 --> 00:40:49,412 There are no accidents, Maggie. 1132 00:40:49,448 --> 00:40:51,047 Of course there are accidents. 1133 00:40:51,082 --> 00:40:51,981 You see them every day. 1134 00:40:52,017 --> 00:40:52,949 Just turn on the news. 1135 00:40:52,984 --> 00:40:54,984 I don't want the news. It's too depressing. 1136 00:40:55,020 --> 00:40:56,352 And you may scoff, 1137 00:40:56,388 --> 00:40:58,021 but you know what else was invented by accident? 1138 00:40:58,056 --> 00:40:59,088 Penicillin. 1139 00:40:59,124 --> 00:41:00,190 Popsicles. 1140 00:41:00,225 --> 00:41:01,391 The chocolate chip cookie. 1141 00:41:01,426 --> 00:41:02,459 [laughs] 1142 00:41:02,494 --> 00:41:04,260 One person's accident is another person's fate. 1143 00:41:04,296 --> 00:41:05,395 Just keep your eyes open. 1144 00:41:05,430 --> 00:41:06,930 Oh, I actually have to go in here. 1145 00:41:06,965 --> 00:41:08,031 Don't you deflect. 1146 00:41:08,066 --> 00:41:09,532 I'm not deflecting. 1147 00:41:09,568 --> 00:41:12,168 I have to get a present for Lucas for Christmas. 1148 00:41:12,204 --> 00:41:14,737 Do you get all your new friends Christmas gifts? 1149 00:41:14,773 --> 00:41:15,438 Would you stop it? 1150 00:41:15,474 --> 00:41:17,340 I'm still on my apology tour. 1151 00:41:17,375 --> 00:41:18,341 Well... 1152 00:41:18,376 --> 00:41:19,909 I hope you put this much thought into my present. 1153 00:41:19,945 --> 00:41:21,144 Ooh. 1154 00:41:21,179 --> 00:41:22,378 Actually, maybe they'll have something for you in here too. 1155 00:41:22,414 --> 00:41:24,314 [laughs] 1156 00:41:26,218 --> 00:41:27,417 All right, everyone. 1157 00:41:27,452 --> 00:41:29,385 Gather around. 1158 00:41:29,421 --> 00:41:35,225 Because on these pages here is our life-sized gingerbread house. 1159 00:41:35,260 --> 00:41:37,961 Every venture begins with a well-executed plan. 1160 00:41:37,996 --> 00:41:41,531 Uh, it's blank. 1161 00:41:41,566 --> 00:41:42,699 I know. 1162 00:41:42,734 --> 00:41:44,067 That's the best part. 1163 00:41:44,102 --> 00:41:45,435 We're going to create it. 1164 00:41:45,470 --> 00:41:47,036 Together. 1165 00:41:47,072 --> 00:41:50,406 1166 00:41:50,442 --> 00:41:52,308 ¶ Just hear those sleigh bells jingling ¶ 1167 00:41:52,344 --> 00:41:55,311 ¶ ring-ting-tingling too ¶ 1168 00:41:55,347 --> 00:41:57,080 ¶ Come on it's lovely weather ¶ 1169 00:41:57,115 --> 00:42:01,050 ¶ for a sleigh ride together with you ¶ 1170 00:42:01,086 --> 00:42:03,386 ¶ We're singing the songs we love to sing ¶ 1171 00:42:03,421 --> 00:42:06,589 ¶ without a single stop ¶ 1172 00:42:06,625 --> 00:42:08,291 ¶ These wonderful things are the things ¶ 1173 00:42:08,326 --> 00:42:11,561 ¶ we remember all through our lives ¶ 1174 00:42:11,596 --> 00:42:13,396 ¶ These wonderful things are the things ¶ 1175 00:42:13,431 --> 00:42:15,431 ¶ we remember all through our lives ¶ 1176 00:42:15,467 --> 00:42:17,100 ¶ Just hear those sleigh bells jingling ¶ 1177 00:42:17,135 --> 00:42:20,303 ¶ ring-ting-tingling too ¶ 1178 00:42:20,338 --> 00:42:21,905 ¶ Come on it's lovely weather ¶ 1179 00:42:21,940 --> 00:42:23,806 ¶ for a sleigh ride together with you ¶ 1180 00:42:23,842 --> 00:42:25,174 [whispers] Feels a little ambitious. 1181 00:42:25,210 --> 00:42:27,677 [whispers] Trust me, I'm a professional. 1182 00:42:27,712 --> 00:42:28,545 Wow. 1183 00:42:28,580 --> 00:42:30,813 Is it really going to look like that? 1184 00:42:30,849 --> 00:42:32,782 If I've done my job right. 1185 00:42:32,817 --> 00:42:35,151 I wish Dad was here to see what it looks like 1186 00:42:35,186 --> 00:42:37,487 when it was finished. 1187 00:42:37,522 --> 00:42:39,656 [melancholy music] 1188 00:42:39,691 --> 00:42:41,424 [whispers] Don't tell him but it's better 1189 00:42:41,459 --> 00:42:42,926 than the house we made. 1190 00:42:42,961 --> 00:42:44,160 That's okay. 1191 00:42:44,195 --> 00:42:47,864 Because I bet he's better at his job than I would ever be. 1192 00:42:47,899 --> 00:42:50,033 He's a superhero, remember? 1193 00:42:50,068 --> 00:42:53,436 Don't worry. We'll have mom text him lots of pictures, Reed. 1194 00:42:55,340 --> 00:42:56,372 All right, guys. 1195 00:42:56,408 --> 00:42:57,874 Please help come clear off the table 1196 00:42:57,909 --> 00:43:00,810 before we start to build our masterpiece. 1197 00:43:00,845 --> 00:43:02,045 That was so awesome. 1198 00:43:02,080 --> 00:43:02,879 Yeah. 1199 00:43:02,914 --> 00:43:04,314 I feel so bad for them, 1200 00:43:04,349 --> 00:43:06,983 not having their parents with them for Christmas. 1201 00:43:07,018 --> 00:43:10,453 And here I was whining about not going skiing. 1202 00:43:10,488 --> 00:43:11,654 I'm worse than that tree. 1203 00:43:11,690 --> 00:43:13,189 No, you're not. 1204 00:43:13,224 --> 00:43:14,958 These... these things have a way of giving us 1205 00:43:14,993 --> 00:43:17,060 some much-needed perspective. 1206 00:43:17,095 --> 00:43:18,528 You know, I was going to skip out entirely 1207 00:43:18,563 --> 00:43:20,129 on Christmas this year. 1208 00:43:20,165 --> 00:43:22,865 Seeing how they make the best of this, 1209 00:43:22,901 --> 00:43:25,001 I just wish there was more we could do for them. 1210 00:43:25,036 --> 00:43:26,736 Well, short of bringing their parents here, 1211 00:43:26,771 --> 00:43:29,672 I don't know if we can make it better. 1212 00:43:29,708 --> 00:43:32,108 Well, I think we need to figure something out. 1213 00:43:32,410 --> 00:43:33,343 Okay? 1214 00:43:33,878 --> 00:43:35,445 Okay. 1215 00:43:38,516 --> 00:43:44,621 ¶ 1216 00:43:49,861 --> 00:43:51,694 In the past we've had parents send letters. 1217 00:43:51,730 --> 00:43:52,996 It's always very sweet. 1218 00:43:53,031 --> 00:43:54,897 Yeah, we could do that. 1219 00:43:55,467 --> 00:43:57,900 What if we have each deployed parent make a gingerbread house 1220 00:43:57,936 --> 00:44:00,236 representing wherever they are in the world? 1221 00:44:00,271 --> 00:44:01,104 Yes. 1222 00:44:01,139 --> 00:44:02,338 And then we could post giant pictures 1223 00:44:02,374 --> 00:44:05,675 around the party of each soldier next to his or her creation. 1224 00:44:05,710 --> 00:44:06,676 That's a good idea, 1225 00:44:06,711 --> 00:44:08,711 but what if they're in Greenland or somewhere? 1226 00:44:08,747 --> 00:44:09,946 How are they going to get the supplies? 1227 00:44:09,981 --> 00:44:10,913 The party's in four days. 1228 00:44:10,949 --> 00:44:13,016 Well, the military can ship things so fast, 1229 00:44:13,051 --> 00:44:15,351 and we've plenty of kits. 1230 00:44:15,387 --> 00:44:17,587 Okay, but these soldiers have jobs and responsibilities 1231 00:44:17,622 --> 00:44:19,188 at their posts. 1232 00:44:19,224 --> 00:44:21,457 We need to speak to Colonel Morrison. 1233 00:44:21,493 --> 00:44:23,593 Okay. Yeah. Maybe he can help. 1234 00:44:23,628 --> 00:44:24,794 Her. 1235 00:44:24,829 --> 00:44:26,229 Colonel Morrison's a she. 1236 00:44:26,264 --> 00:44:29,132 And I happen to have a good relationship with her. 1237 00:44:29,167 --> 00:44:31,701 So let's see if she can make a few minutes for us. 1238 00:44:32,804 --> 00:44:34,103 This is going to be so great. 1239 00:44:34,139 --> 00:44:35,371 So great! 1240 00:44:47,519 --> 00:44:48,618 Colonel Morrison. 1241 00:44:48,653 --> 00:44:49,686 This is Maggie and Lucas. 1242 00:44:49,721 --> 00:44:51,621 They're volunteering with me at the youth centre. 1243 00:44:51,656 --> 00:44:53,122 Thank you for meeting with us today. 1244 00:44:53,158 --> 00:44:55,091 Walk with me to my next meeting. 1245 00:44:58,630 --> 00:45:00,129 ...and we really need your help 1246 00:45:00,165 --> 00:45:02,899 because we want to make it a surprise. 1247 00:45:02,934 --> 00:45:04,333 Both for the kids in the program 1248 00:45:04,369 --> 00:45:06,335 and for the parents here on the base. 1249 00:45:06,371 --> 00:45:07,770 Well, we're like family on this base, 1250 00:45:07,806 --> 00:45:09,605 and I always want to do what I can for my family. 1251 00:45:09,641 --> 00:45:12,308 But there are a lot of logistics involved. 1252 00:45:12,343 --> 00:45:13,609 We're talking about soldiers in the field 1253 00:45:13,645 --> 00:45:14,811 who could be in the middle of training 1254 00:45:14,846 --> 00:45:16,479 in the middle of nowhere. 1255 00:45:16,514 --> 00:45:17,413 Right. 1256 00:45:17,449 --> 00:45:19,148 We're...we're just asking for you to try. 1257 00:45:19,184 --> 00:45:20,216 It's Christmas. 1258 00:45:20,251 --> 00:45:22,151 And if we can help to give even one of these kids 1259 00:45:22,187 --> 00:45:23,786 a special surprise, that would be a... 1260 00:45:23,822 --> 00:45:24,854 a great gift for all of us. 1261 00:45:24,889 --> 00:45:25,655 Yeah. 1262 00:45:25,690 --> 00:45:26,622 Hmm. 1263 00:45:26,658 --> 00:45:27,990 I'd have to get their commanders in the field 1264 00:45:28,026 --> 00:45:28,991 to agree to the time off. 1265 00:45:29,027 --> 00:45:30,293 No guarantees. 1266 00:45:30,328 --> 00:45:31,260 Of course. 1267 00:45:31,296 --> 00:45:32,762 How many are enrolled in the campus here? 1268 00:45:32,797 --> 00:45:33,663 Nine permanently enrolled. 1269 00:45:33,698 --> 00:45:36,132 Some are siblings, maybe five families? 1270 00:45:36,167 --> 00:45:39,168 Okay, get me a list. I'll make some calls. 1271 00:45:39,204 --> 00:45:41,104 I want their Christmas to be special too, 1272 00:45:41,139 --> 00:45:42,605 but it's complicated. 1273 00:45:42,640 --> 00:45:43,973 Like I said, I'll do what I can. 1274 00:45:44,008 --> 00:45:45,341 -Thank you. -Thank you. 1275 00:45:54,853 --> 00:45:55,985 Let's not say anything to anyone 1276 00:45:56,020 --> 00:45:57,520 in case she can't make it happen. 1277 00:45:57,555 --> 00:45:58,554 My lips are sealed. 1278 00:45:58,590 --> 00:46:00,790 All right, let's see how that paint is drying. 1279 00:46:00,825 --> 00:46:02,358 We've got lots of building to do. 1280 00:46:02,393 --> 00:46:03,392 Four days and counting. 1281 00:46:03,428 --> 00:46:05,461 You think that we can get it all done, Lucas? 1282 00:46:05,497 --> 00:46:07,130 The kids have really been talking it up, 1283 00:46:07,165 --> 00:46:08,498 and I don't want to let anyone down. 1284 00:46:08,533 --> 00:46:09,866 I've had crazier deadlines than this, 1285 00:46:09,901 --> 00:46:11,968 and I've never missed one yet. 1286 00:46:14,739 --> 00:46:15,838 Thanks. 1287 00:46:15,874 --> 00:46:16,472 Oh, you know what guys? 1288 00:46:16,508 --> 00:46:17,874 Can you start without me? 1289 00:46:17,909 --> 00:46:19,242 I've got to run some errands. 1290 00:46:19,277 --> 00:46:20,510 What do you have to get? 1291 00:46:20,545 --> 00:46:22,979 Well, I need to get more candy and decorations for the kids, 1292 00:46:23,014 --> 00:46:23,846 for starters. 1293 00:46:23,882 --> 00:46:24,914 If we get approval. 1294 00:46:24,949 --> 00:46:25,882 Well, we need to be prepared 1295 00:46:25,917 --> 00:46:28,017 in case we can send them out in the morning. 1296 00:46:28,052 --> 00:46:30,153 And then I need more clay for the house. 1297 00:46:30,188 --> 00:46:32,088 We've got an ugly Christmas sweater party to go to, 1298 00:46:32,123 --> 00:46:34,257 and all I have are pretty sweaters in my closet. 1299 00:46:34,292 --> 00:46:36,893 Oh, I completely forgot about Chris and Leah's party. 1300 00:46:36,928 --> 00:46:38,427 We need white elephant gifts too. 1301 00:46:38,463 --> 00:46:39,529 Also on my list. 1302 00:46:39,564 --> 00:46:41,531 I figure I can find something at the craft store. 1303 00:46:41,566 --> 00:46:42,832 The more hideous the better. 1304 00:46:42,867 --> 00:46:44,534 What do I look like, an amateur? 1305 00:46:44,569 --> 00:46:45,535 [laughs] 1306 00:46:45,570 --> 00:46:46,903 I'll be back in a few. 1307 00:46:46,938 --> 00:46:48,604 [phone rings] 1308 00:46:48,640 --> 00:46:49,539 I'll be right there. 1309 00:46:49,574 --> 00:46:50,940 I'll grab the fans and put the planks near 1310 00:46:50,975 --> 00:46:52,775 so the paint dries faster. 1311 00:46:52,811 --> 00:46:54,110 Yup. 1312 00:46:54,145 --> 00:46:54,811 Aaron? 1313 00:46:54,846 --> 00:46:56,879 Lucas. We miss you around here. 1314 00:46:56,915 --> 00:46:58,080 How's that sabbatical? 1315 00:46:58,116 --> 00:46:59,182 Is it done? 1316 00:46:59,217 --> 00:47:00,616 I've got some great news. 1317 00:47:00,652 --> 00:47:02,418 We won the bid for Bookman insurance headquarters 1318 00:47:02,453 --> 00:47:04,887 and guess who they're asking to run point? 1319 00:47:04,923 --> 00:47:06,222 Uh, Frank Lloyd Wright? 1320 00:47:06,257 --> 00:47:07,290 [laughs] 1321 00:47:07,325 --> 00:47:09,192 No. 1322 00:47:09,227 --> 00:47:11,194 And not because he's dead, either. 1323 00:47:11,229 --> 00:47:14,564 They want you, because you are the best in the business. 1324 00:47:14,599 --> 00:47:15,598 Wow. 1325 00:47:15,633 --> 00:47:17,600 Well, congratulations Aaron. That's a huge get. 1326 00:47:17,635 --> 00:47:18,401 Indeed. 1327 00:47:18,436 --> 00:47:19,635 And there is no one better for it. 1328 00:47:19,671 --> 00:47:21,470 So what do you say? 1329 00:47:21,506 --> 00:47:23,873 You've had a little rest, a little me time, right? 1330 00:47:23,908 --> 00:47:25,241 We need you back. 1331 00:47:25,276 --> 00:47:26,943 Ah, I'm not ready yet. 1332 00:47:26,978 --> 00:47:28,544 And Aaron, it's almost Christmas. 1333 00:47:28,580 --> 00:47:30,046 I don't mean tomorrow. 1334 00:47:30,081 --> 00:47:31,814 Look, sing songs. 1335 00:47:31,850 --> 00:47:32,949 Drink cocoa. 1336 00:47:32,984 --> 00:47:35,418 Eat, I don't know, what? Candy cane? 1337 00:47:35,453 --> 00:47:36,385 [laughs] 1338 00:47:36,421 --> 00:47:38,554 Then come back refreshed after the new year. 1339 00:47:38,590 --> 00:47:40,289 I'll tell you what. I'll think about it. 1340 00:47:40,325 --> 00:47:41,891 I need you to do more than think. 1341 00:47:41,926 --> 00:47:43,926 Look, we need you buddy. 1342 00:47:43,962 --> 00:47:46,462 And you need to be here. This is where you belong. 1343 00:47:46,497 --> 00:47:48,130 Now do me a favour, 1344 00:47:48,166 --> 00:47:50,600 have yourself a merry little Christmas. 1345 00:47:50,635 --> 00:47:52,635 Thanks, Aaron. You too. 1346 00:47:55,306 --> 00:47:56,439 Wow. 1347 00:47:56,474 --> 00:47:58,908 Now that is starting to look like a gingerbread house. 1348 00:47:58,943 --> 00:48:00,476 No, it's not. 1349 00:48:00,511 --> 00:48:03,279 Ah, but the first rule of building. 1350 00:48:03,314 --> 00:48:08,484 We have to imagine it up here before it can exist out there. 1351 00:48:09,954 --> 00:48:11,520 Okay. 1352 00:48:11,556 --> 00:48:13,789 I see it. 1353 00:48:13,825 --> 00:48:15,825 -Me too. -Ok. 1354 00:48:20,798 --> 00:48:21,797 Goodnight, kids. 1355 00:48:26,304 --> 00:48:27,870 I've checked all the online auctions. 1356 00:48:27,906 --> 00:48:29,372 There's just nothing. 1357 00:48:29,407 --> 00:48:32,441 There's got to be a copy somewhere. 1358 00:48:32,477 --> 00:48:36,012 So, is there anybody else we can call? 1359 00:48:36,047 --> 00:48:38,147 Oh, that would be great. Do you mind? 1360 00:48:38,182 --> 00:48:38,981 Okay, great. 1361 00:48:39,017 --> 00:48:40,149 Call them, and call me right back. 1362 00:48:40,184 --> 00:48:41,684 Okay, bye. 1363 00:48:44,255 --> 00:48:45,288 [knocking] 1364 00:48:46,724 --> 00:48:48,190 Hi, come in. 1365 00:48:50,094 --> 00:48:51,360 Ooh, there it is. 1366 00:48:51,396 --> 00:48:53,462 The old standby. 1367 00:48:53,498 --> 00:48:57,533 Come on, you got to admit I make this thing look good. 1368 00:48:57,568 --> 00:49:01,904 And it definitely leaves an impression, that's for sure. 1369 00:49:01,940 --> 00:49:03,706 I'll take that as a win. 1370 00:49:03,741 --> 00:49:04,707 It's a big turnaround, 1371 00:49:04,742 --> 00:49:08,010 considering you didn't even want to go tonight. 1372 00:49:08,046 --> 00:49:09,178 What can I say? 1373 00:49:09,213 --> 00:49:13,082 Your enthusiasm is infectious. 1374 00:49:13,117 --> 00:49:16,018 Now why aren't you ready, hmm? 1375 00:49:16,054 --> 00:49:18,487 I was ordering goodie bags for the party. 1376 00:49:18,523 --> 00:49:20,923 You know, work is never done. 1377 00:49:20,959 --> 00:49:23,693 I was going to help you with that in the morning. 1378 00:49:23,728 --> 00:49:25,695 You're not alone in this, Maggie. 1379 00:49:25,730 --> 00:49:27,663 So let me help you. 1380 00:49:29,067 --> 00:49:31,567 Give me five minutes, okay. 1381 00:49:31,602 --> 00:49:34,103 Prepare to be wowed. 1382 00:49:34,138 --> 00:49:37,540 1383 00:49:43,047 --> 00:49:44,914 Oh, I've been ready. 1384 00:49:44,949 --> 00:49:47,583 It's like really super-duper terrible. 1385 00:49:47,618 --> 00:49:49,652 Come on, it can't be that terrible. 1386 00:49:52,724 --> 00:49:55,858 Wow, that is terrible. 1387 00:49:55,893 --> 00:49:56,859 I know. 1388 00:49:56,894 --> 00:49:58,427 Isn't it perfect? 1389 00:49:58,463 --> 00:50:00,363 [laughs] 1390 00:50:00,398 --> 00:50:02,298 I hope they're having a contest at this thing, 1391 00:50:02,333 --> 00:50:06,268 because we are bringing home that prize. 1392 00:50:06,304 --> 00:50:09,805 I also think that, you know, being dressed like this, 1393 00:50:09,841 --> 00:50:13,576 people may think that we're, um, a couple out on a date. 1394 00:50:13,611 --> 00:50:14,744 Oh gosh. 1395 00:50:14,779 --> 00:50:16,946 Well, I will be sure to tell all of the eligible women 1396 00:50:16,981 --> 00:50:20,049 at this party that we are not. 1397 00:50:20,084 --> 00:50:22,651 Yeah, I mean thanks for offering to be my wing-woman, 1398 00:50:22,687 --> 00:50:24,120 but that won't be necessary. 1399 00:50:24,155 --> 00:50:25,755 You know, since I don't live here, 1400 00:50:25,790 --> 00:50:28,157 I'm not actually on the lookout right now. 1401 00:50:28,192 --> 00:50:29,191 Right, of course. Me neither. 1402 00:50:29,227 --> 00:50:32,995 Yeah, we're just two friends having a fun time. 1403 00:50:33,031 --> 00:50:34,063 Exactly. 1404 00:50:36,100 --> 00:50:36,966 Shall we? 1405 00:50:37,001 --> 00:50:38,234 We shall. 1406 00:50:38,936 --> 00:50:41,070 Look what else my necklace does! 1407 00:50:41,105 --> 00:50:42,038 Music too? 1408 00:50:42,073 --> 00:50:44,607 I know, it's subtle but it's good, right? 1409 00:50:44,642 --> 00:50:45,841 It's, yeah, it's subtle. 1410 00:50:45,877 --> 00:50:47,109 Yeah, that's what I would've said... 1411 00:50:47,145 --> 00:50:48,744 [big band version of "Jingle Bells" plays] ¶ 1412 00:50:48,780 --> 00:50:50,346 ¶ Dashing through the snow ¶ 1413 00:50:50,381 --> 00:50:52,681 ¶ In a one-horse open sleigh ¶ 1414 00:50:52,717 --> 00:50:54,617 ¶ O'er the fields we go ¶ 1415 00:50:54,652 --> 00:50:57,086 ¶ Laughing all the way ¶ 1416 00:50:57,121 --> 00:50:59,321 ¶ Bells on bobtails ring ¶ 1417 00:50:59,357 --> 00:51:00,790 Hey guys. 1418 00:51:01,692 --> 00:51:03,292 So how's the latest project coming? 1419 00:51:03,327 --> 00:51:04,794 On time and on schedule? 1420 00:51:04,829 --> 00:51:06,629 This guy could never keep it simple. 1421 00:51:06,664 --> 00:51:08,497 We're actually making pretty good progress, 1422 00:51:08,533 --> 00:51:11,167 but you know, we could use some more manpower. 1423 00:51:11,202 --> 00:51:12,802 Just tell me when and where to be. 1424 00:51:12,837 --> 00:51:14,270 I was hoping you were going to say that. 1425 00:51:14,305 --> 00:51:15,704 We're happy to help too. 1426 00:51:15,740 --> 00:51:17,973 I mean, we've barely seen you this week. 1427 00:51:18,009 --> 00:51:19,809 You're not the only one in the family with a good heart. 1428 00:51:19,844 --> 00:51:21,477 His taste holds something to be desired. 1429 00:51:21,512 --> 00:51:22,678 [laughs] 1430 00:51:22,713 --> 00:51:24,146 And so does everyone else's. 1431 00:51:24,182 --> 00:51:25,014 [laughs] 1432 00:51:25,049 --> 00:51:26,816 We're just glad you decided to come. 1433 00:51:26,851 --> 00:51:28,184 Thank you for dragging him here. 1434 00:51:28,219 --> 00:51:29,652 Oh no, there was no dragging. 1435 00:51:29,687 --> 00:51:30,920 He came willingly. 1436 00:51:31,889 --> 00:51:33,355 What are you doing to him? 1437 00:51:33,391 --> 00:51:35,224 I don't even know if I recognize him anymore. 1438 00:51:35,259 --> 00:51:37,026 I'm just a guy enjoying the holidays and living 1439 00:51:37,061 --> 00:51:40,896 in the moment, and right now the moment is all about eggnog, 1440 00:51:40,932 --> 00:51:42,965 so point me in the direction. 1441 00:51:43,000 --> 00:51:44,233 This way. 1442 00:51:44,268 --> 00:51:45,868 -Excuse us. -Ok. 1443 00:51:51,175 --> 00:51:53,342 So, I think I like this happy-go-lucky, 1444 00:51:53,377 --> 00:51:55,177 enjoying the holidays Lucas. 1445 00:51:55,213 --> 00:51:56,345 Don't get too used to it. 1446 00:51:56,380 --> 00:51:57,379 Why? 1447 00:51:57,415 --> 00:51:58,581 You going back to work? 1448 00:51:58,616 --> 00:52:00,349 I don't know, but they're starting to put on the pressure. 1449 00:52:00,384 --> 00:52:02,985 You know, there are other firms in the world. 1450 00:52:03,020 --> 00:52:04,587 Places where you can find a balance. 1451 00:52:04,622 --> 00:52:08,824 Have the job and say, a social life. 1452 00:52:11,462 --> 00:52:13,395 My life's in New York, Cam. 1453 00:52:13,431 --> 00:52:15,598 Maggie and I are just friends, that's all. 1454 00:52:15,633 --> 00:52:17,032 If you say so. 1455 00:52:17,068 --> 00:52:18,167 [laughs] 1456 00:52:18,202 --> 00:52:18,934 I say so. 1457 00:52:18,970 --> 00:52:20,669 -Yeah? -Yeah. 1458 00:52:20,705 --> 00:52:21,837 Seriously? 1459 00:52:21,873 --> 00:52:22,938 You're a magician. 1460 00:52:22,974 --> 00:52:24,073 Oh no, no, no. 1461 00:52:24,108 --> 00:52:25,341 It's all the kids. 1462 00:52:25,376 --> 00:52:26,308 They're amazing. 1463 00:52:26,344 --> 00:52:28,911 They've swept him up in the Christmas spirit. 1464 00:52:28,946 --> 00:52:32,748 Maybe so, but you're the one who convinced him to get involved. 1465 00:52:32,783 --> 00:52:34,583 Trust me, we've tried. 1466 00:52:34,619 --> 00:52:36,619 It's definitely you. 1467 00:52:36,654 --> 00:52:43,726 ¶ 1468 00:52:47,131 --> 00:52:49,131 Wow, it's a sloth mug. 1469 00:52:49,167 --> 00:52:50,699 I, I love it. 1470 00:52:50,735 --> 00:52:52,568 [laughing] 1471 00:52:52,603 --> 00:52:54,870 Looks like everyone else is getting what they wanted, 1472 00:52:54,906 --> 00:52:56,539 except me. 1473 00:52:56,574 --> 00:52:58,607 I wanted the pet rock, 1474 00:52:58,643 --> 00:53:01,577 but that's because our parents never let us have a pet. 1475 00:53:01,612 --> 00:53:03,479 Oh. Poor thing. 1476 00:53:03,514 --> 00:53:04,747 Here. 1477 00:53:04,782 --> 00:53:07,750 Keep an eye on him, will ya? 1478 00:53:07,785 --> 00:53:09,451 Thanks bro. 1479 00:53:09,487 --> 00:53:13,789 Okay, up next is my friend Hannah. 1480 00:53:13,824 --> 00:53:14,957 Say hi, Hannah. 1481 00:53:14,992 --> 00:53:15,958 Hi. 1482 00:53:15,993 --> 00:53:18,460 Their babysitter didn't show up, so her husband 1483 00:53:18,496 --> 00:53:21,630 ran their gifts over and they're joining via video chat. 1484 00:53:21,666 --> 00:53:23,699 I never miss a good white elephant exchange. 1485 00:53:24,835 --> 00:53:27,903 Shake that little red and silver box for me. 1486 00:53:27,939 --> 00:53:29,605 This one? 1487 00:53:29,640 --> 00:53:30,806 [rattling] 1488 00:53:30,841 --> 00:53:32,641 That one feels like the one. You can open it. 1489 00:53:34,679 --> 00:53:38,614 It's a... white elephant. 1490 00:53:38,649 --> 00:53:39,848 [crowd laughs] 1491 00:53:39,884 --> 00:53:42,618 It's a little on-the-nose, but definitely something I can use. 1492 00:53:42,653 --> 00:53:44,286 Lucas, I just had the best idea. 1493 00:53:44,322 --> 00:53:45,621 The best? 1494 00:53:45,656 --> 00:53:47,456 Careful, you don't want to oversell. 1495 00:53:47,491 --> 00:53:51,160 The kids need to have their parents at the party. 1496 00:53:51,195 --> 00:53:53,429 All the parents. 1497 00:53:53,464 --> 00:53:55,664 You want to run that idea by Colonel Morrison? 1498 00:53:55,700 --> 00:53:56,865 Because I'm not going to. 1499 00:53:56,901 --> 00:53:59,268 Lucas, somebody doesn't have to be physically at a party 1500 00:53:59,303 --> 00:54:01,170 in order to be at a party. 1501 00:54:01,205 --> 00:54:02,271 We video chat them in. 1502 00:54:02,306 --> 00:54:03,138 We video chat them in! 1503 00:54:03,174 --> 00:54:05,040 And they present the gingerbread houses 1504 00:54:05,076 --> 00:54:07,876 to the kids live at the party. 1505 00:54:07,912 --> 00:54:09,945 Great. 1506 00:54:09,981 --> 00:54:12,014 We actually have to spend five minutes with the Colonel. 1507 00:54:12,049 --> 00:54:13,015 [whispers] She scares me. 1508 00:54:13,050 --> 00:54:14,083 She scares me. 1509 00:54:26,731 --> 00:54:28,497 That was fun, you know. 1510 00:54:28,532 --> 00:54:30,466 I was in need of a few good laughs. 1511 00:54:30,501 --> 00:54:31,700 And I got my sloth mug, 1512 00:54:31,736 --> 00:54:35,137 which Ellen will inevitably steal as soon as she gets home. 1513 00:54:35,172 --> 00:54:36,038 It's only a matter of time 1514 00:54:36,073 --> 00:54:38,173 before she starts stealing my clothes. 1515 00:54:38,209 --> 00:54:38,974 You miss her? 1516 00:54:39,010 --> 00:54:40,643 I miss her. 1517 00:54:40,678 --> 00:54:42,878 I mean, this is an important time with her dad. 1518 00:54:42,913 --> 00:54:44,113 But she's homesick, 1519 00:54:44,148 --> 00:54:47,416 and I don't want her to know that I miss her, and... anyway. 1520 00:54:47,451 --> 00:54:51,720 Thank you for making it all a little less hard, Lucas. 1521 00:54:51,756 --> 00:54:54,223 I didn't do anything except infringe on your me time. 1522 00:54:54,258 --> 00:54:56,058 I mean, you had that list. 1523 00:54:56,093 --> 00:54:57,326 You were going to relax and paint, 1524 00:54:57,361 --> 00:55:00,029 and I don't know, you were going to reorganize your sock drawer? 1525 00:55:00,064 --> 00:55:02,398 That was on the agenda, actually. 1526 00:55:02,433 --> 00:55:04,166 But it's good to prioritize. 1527 00:55:04,201 --> 00:55:07,269 What we're doing for these kids, it's so important. 1528 00:55:07,305 --> 00:55:09,838 Provided they allow us to actually do it. 1529 00:55:09,874 --> 00:55:12,107 I know that you enjoy giving back, 1530 00:55:12,143 --> 00:55:14,043 but like I keep saying, 1531 00:55:14,078 --> 00:55:17,579 we have to do things that bring us joy, personally. 1532 00:55:17,615 --> 00:55:18,714 I didn't do that, 1533 00:55:18,749 --> 00:55:21,350 and that's why I'm trying to make up for lost time. 1534 00:55:21,385 --> 00:55:23,719 I know you're going to get to everything on your list. 1535 00:55:23,754 --> 00:55:25,521 Once you're healed. 1536 00:55:25,556 --> 00:55:27,289 Yeah. 1537 00:55:27,325 --> 00:55:30,926 You know, but I have to say, working with you and those kids, 1538 00:55:30,961 --> 00:55:33,028 physically building something? 1539 00:55:33,064 --> 00:55:36,598 I'm starting to feel like myself again. 1540 00:55:36,634 --> 00:55:37,599 And none of that would've happened 1541 00:55:37,635 --> 00:55:40,769 if you hadn't smacked into me with that tree. 1542 00:55:40,805 --> 00:55:45,140 I guess maybe there are no accidents. 1543 00:55:45,176 --> 00:55:47,042 Yeah, maybe not. 1544 00:55:50,247 --> 00:55:52,881 -Goodnight, Lucas. -Goodnight. 1545 00:55:58,622 --> 00:56:04,159 ¶ 1546 00:56:04,195 --> 00:56:06,028 You two are really pushing it. 1547 00:56:06,063 --> 00:56:07,730 Just when we finished coordinating time for them 1548 00:56:07,765 --> 00:56:10,666 to build these houses, now you want to video chat? 1549 00:56:10,701 --> 00:56:11,533 Right, and I'm so sorry. 1550 00:56:11,569 --> 00:56:12,601 I know this is difficult to coordinate 1551 00:56:12,636 --> 00:56:14,603 with the different time zones and you got to... 1552 00:56:14,638 --> 00:56:16,338 Give me till tomorrow to get this done. 1553 00:56:16,374 --> 00:56:17,940 -Ok. -Thank you. 1554 00:56:17,975 --> 00:56:19,108 Is that everything, 1555 00:56:19,143 --> 00:56:21,076 or do you have another brilliant idea? 1556 00:56:21,112 --> 00:56:22,277 I don't have... 1557 00:56:22,313 --> 00:56:23,078 -Do you have anything? -No. 1558 00:56:23,114 --> 00:56:25,848 I don't have anything else to say. 1559 00:56:32,089 --> 00:56:33,088 Hey. 1560 00:56:34,091 --> 00:56:37,259 Thanks for taking such good care of my family. 1561 00:56:48,105 --> 00:56:48,937 Kits are mailed? 1562 00:56:48,973 --> 00:56:49,738 All mailed. 1563 00:56:49,774 --> 00:56:51,206 Thanks for holding down the fort. 1564 00:56:51,242 --> 00:56:51,907 Well, I... 1565 00:56:51,942 --> 00:56:53,475 Not me. I can't build anything. 1566 00:56:53,511 --> 00:56:55,244 Glad you called in for reinforcements, though. 1567 00:56:55,279 --> 00:56:58,480 ...And these planks make up the base. 1568 00:56:58,516 --> 00:56:59,481 Nope. 1569 00:56:59,517 --> 00:57:01,016 Read it again. 1570 00:57:02,420 --> 00:57:03,252 Oh. 1571 00:57:03,287 --> 00:57:04,887 You let the lawyer read the blueprints? 1572 00:57:04,922 --> 00:57:07,923 I can't leave you people alone for a minute. 1573 00:57:07,958 --> 00:57:09,124 Cam. 1574 00:57:09,160 --> 00:57:11,493 Let me take this group of experienced builders right here, 1575 00:57:11,529 --> 00:57:12,828 put those walls together. 1576 00:57:12,863 --> 00:57:14,496 Hey kids? 1577 00:57:14,532 --> 00:57:15,931 Keep an eye on this one, okay? 1578 00:57:15,966 --> 00:57:16,965 Got to really watch him. 1579 00:57:17,001 --> 00:57:18,600 Hey, that plaster of Paris needs to be painted 1580 00:57:18,636 --> 00:57:21,336 to make it look like giant pieces of candy. 1581 00:57:21,372 --> 00:57:23,071 I was born for this task. 1582 00:57:23,107 --> 00:57:25,307 Yeah, well just don't eat it. 1583 00:57:31,482 --> 00:57:33,148 How come you're not helping, buddy? 1584 00:57:33,184 --> 00:57:35,818 You were so excited about this. 1585 00:57:35,853 --> 00:57:39,755 I'm just sad my dad isn't here to help us build it. 1586 00:57:39,790 --> 00:57:40,722 Yeah. 1587 00:57:40,758 --> 00:57:42,658 Yeah, that was your special thing with him. 1588 00:57:42,693 --> 00:57:44,993 And I bet he'd be a great help. 1589 00:57:45,029 --> 00:57:47,129 But I could really use someone with your experience 1590 00:57:47,164 --> 00:57:49,465 to be my sidekick today. 1591 00:57:49,500 --> 00:57:51,600 I'm a little incapacitated, so truth be told, 1592 00:57:51,635 --> 00:57:54,470 you'd be doing me a huge favour. 1593 00:57:54,505 --> 00:57:57,372 Look, I know it's not the same as building with your dad, 1594 00:57:57,408 --> 00:58:00,008 but it's still going to be fun. 1595 00:58:00,044 --> 00:58:01,176 Okay. 1596 00:58:01,212 --> 00:58:02,377 I'll help you then. 1597 00:58:02,413 --> 00:58:03,178 You will? 1598 00:58:03,214 --> 00:58:03,879 Yeah. 1599 00:58:03,914 --> 00:58:04,680 What a relief. 1600 00:58:04,715 --> 00:58:06,482 Thanks. 1601 00:58:08,886 --> 00:58:11,453 1602 00:58:11,489 --> 00:58:12,521 Thank you. 1603 00:58:12,556 --> 00:58:13,956 Yeah. 1604 00:58:13,991 --> 00:58:15,224 Argh! It's so heavy. 1605 00:58:15,259 --> 00:58:17,192 No, it's perfect. 1606 00:58:17,228 --> 00:58:18,327 [phone rings] 1607 00:58:18,362 --> 00:58:20,362 Oop. 1608 00:58:20,397 --> 00:58:21,530 [whispers] Oh, it's Ellen. 1609 00:58:21,565 --> 00:58:22,664 Hi, honey. 1610 00:58:22,700 --> 00:58:24,566 I'm just finishing up at the centre. 1611 00:58:24,602 --> 00:58:25,868 I miss you, Mom. 1612 00:58:25,903 --> 00:58:28,704 Oh, I know love. I miss you too. 1613 00:58:28,739 --> 00:58:30,239 But it sounds like you're having a really good time 1614 00:58:30,274 --> 00:58:32,040 from what your dad says. 1615 00:58:32,076 --> 00:58:34,176 It's fine, but I wish I was there with you. 1616 00:58:34,211 --> 00:58:36,144 I just feel like I'm missing so much. 1617 00:58:36,180 --> 00:58:37,346 I want to go to the party. 1618 00:58:37,381 --> 00:58:38,547 Oh honey, I know. 1619 00:58:38,582 --> 00:58:42,484 But... but this is your special time with your dad, right? 1620 00:58:42,520 --> 00:58:44,419 And I don't want to give anything away, 1621 00:58:44,455 --> 00:58:46,655 but I happen to know he's got something pretty incredible 1622 00:58:46,690 --> 00:58:48,524 planned for you for Christmas. 1623 00:58:48,559 --> 00:58:49,892 Okay. 1624 00:58:49,927 --> 00:58:52,227 I love you so much. Hang in there. 1625 00:59:01,138 --> 00:59:01,937 You okay? 1626 00:59:01,972 --> 00:59:06,108 Yeah. No. I don't know. 1627 00:59:06,143 --> 00:59:08,110 It just took everything in my power not to get in the car 1628 00:59:08,145 --> 00:59:09,344 and go get Ellen. 1629 00:59:09,380 --> 00:59:11,613 I mean, she's with her father. She's perfectly fine, but... 1630 00:59:11,649 --> 00:59:13,515 You wanted to fix it for her. 1631 00:59:13,551 --> 00:59:15,784 I wanted to fix it for her, which is what I always do. 1632 00:59:15,819 --> 00:59:18,787 And I know I shouldn't do that, but that's what I do. 1633 00:59:18,822 --> 00:59:22,691 You know what? Let's trade places. 1634 00:59:22,726 --> 00:59:24,626 What? Your wrist! 1635 00:59:24,662 --> 00:59:25,861 What? If I can build with one hand, 1636 00:59:25,896 --> 00:59:27,396 I can certainly drive a car. 1637 00:59:27,431 --> 00:59:28,864 Come on. Get out. 1638 00:59:28,899 --> 00:59:29,731 [laughs] Wha? 1639 00:59:29,767 --> 00:59:30,566 Get out. 1640 00:59:30,601 --> 00:59:31,833 Really? 1641 00:59:38,475 --> 00:59:41,910 I definitely can't let you sit around moping at home tonight. 1642 00:59:41,946 --> 00:59:43,111 Excuse me, I'm not moping. 1643 00:59:43,147 --> 00:59:45,247 I'm processing. 1644 00:59:45,282 --> 00:59:47,916 Well, I can't let you do that either. 1645 00:59:49,687 --> 00:59:51,553 Where are we going? 1646 00:59:51,589 --> 00:59:53,422 You'll see. 1647 00:59:53,457 --> 01:00:00,696 1648 01:00:03,968 --> 01:00:06,335 I give you Santa and his sleigh. 1649 01:00:06,370 --> 01:00:07,603 [laughs] 1650 01:00:07,638 --> 01:00:09,004 Will she fly? 1651 01:00:09,039 --> 01:00:10,839 Sadly, no. 1652 01:00:10,874 --> 01:00:13,575 We were grounded due to weather. 1653 01:00:13,611 --> 01:00:16,578 So I gave the reindeer the night off. 1654 01:00:16,614 --> 01:00:18,246 Oh, that's nice. 1655 01:00:18,282 --> 01:00:20,248 Yeah. I mean, you wouldn't want to get grounded due to a storm 1656 01:00:20,284 --> 01:00:21,583 this close to Christmas. 1657 01:00:21,619 --> 01:00:22,684 [laughs heartily] 1658 01:00:22,720 --> 01:00:24,252 No. 1659 01:00:24,288 --> 01:00:25,253 Hop in! 1660 01:00:25,289 --> 01:00:29,358 We'll take a nice leisurely ride on the ground. 1661 01:00:29,393 --> 01:00:30,525 Sounds perfect. 1662 01:00:32,029 --> 01:00:35,130 I have to admit, when I saw sleigh rides in the square, 1663 01:00:35,165 --> 01:00:37,366 I thought it was kind of odd at first. 1664 01:00:37,401 --> 01:00:38,834 So what happened? 1665 01:00:38,869 --> 01:00:41,837 Well, you made me do Christmas. 1666 01:00:41,872 --> 01:00:42,971 [laughs] 1667 01:00:43,007 --> 01:00:43,772 And now you're hooked? 1668 01:00:43,807 --> 01:00:44,973 Yeah. 1669 01:00:45,009 --> 01:00:46,942 So what's Christmas been like for you? 1670 01:00:46,977 --> 01:00:48,176 Like in past years? 1671 01:00:48,212 --> 01:00:52,214 Uh, mostly comprised of me and my former fiancée having dinner 1672 01:00:52,249 --> 01:00:53,882 and then opening a few presents. 1673 01:00:53,917 --> 01:00:56,652 Then afterwards I'd go back to the office. 1674 01:00:56,687 --> 01:00:59,488 Which is a big part of why she's now known as my former fiancée. 1675 01:00:59,523 --> 01:01:00,889 Oh yeah. 1676 01:01:00,924 --> 01:01:02,424 Been there. 1677 01:01:02,459 --> 01:01:05,293 Yeah, you know us workaholics, we are pretty good at holding down a job, 1678 01:01:05,329 --> 01:01:08,463 but those relationships can be tricky. 1679 01:01:08,499 --> 01:01:11,366 So have you dated anyone since? 1680 01:01:11,402 --> 01:01:15,737 Yeah, I've had a few set-ups by those friends who say 1681 01:01:15,773 --> 01:01:18,240 "bro, you gotta meet Cathy. She's totally perfect for you." 1682 01:01:18,275 --> 01:01:19,307 Wow. 1683 01:01:19,343 --> 01:01:20,342 Cathy, huh? 1684 01:01:20,377 --> 01:01:21,543 Cathy sounds cute. 1685 01:01:21,578 --> 01:01:22,577 Yeah, and then you meet Cathy 1686 01:01:22,613 --> 01:01:24,713 and you have zero point zero things in common. 1687 01:01:24,748 --> 01:01:25,347 Right. 1688 01:01:25,382 --> 01:01:26,715 And you swear to yourself, 1689 01:01:26,750 --> 01:01:27,916 I'm never going to do that ever again. 1690 01:01:27,951 --> 01:01:29,685 [laughs] Right. 1691 01:01:29,720 --> 01:01:31,486 I had people trying to set me up on blind dates 1692 01:01:31,522 --> 01:01:34,756 before the ink on my divorce papers was even dry. 1693 01:01:34,792 --> 01:01:38,093 I did go out with one guy, but he said "supposebly", 1694 01:01:38,128 --> 01:01:40,162 which is very cute when it's coming from 1695 01:01:40,197 --> 01:01:42,030 one of my second graders, but... 1696 01:01:42,066 --> 01:01:43,699 I think you got to just let these things happen 1697 01:01:43,734 --> 01:01:46,001 in their own time. 1698 01:01:46,036 --> 01:01:47,002 Supposebly. 1699 01:01:47,037 --> 01:01:49,237 [laughs] Exactly. 1700 01:01:49,273 --> 01:01:51,440 Like why can't things happen organically? 1701 01:01:51,475 --> 01:01:53,542 Like, you know, meeting somebody at a party, 1702 01:01:53,577 --> 01:01:55,043 or at work, or... 1703 01:01:55,079 --> 01:01:57,879 Or when she plows into you with a Christmas tree? 1704 01:01:57,915 --> 01:02:00,348 [laughs] Yeah. 1705 01:02:00,384 --> 01:02:03,685 I mean, you gotta give me that, it was unique. 1706 01:02:03,721 --> 01:02:07,789 Ah, I give credit where credit is due. 1707 01:02:07,825 --> 01:02:10,358 You know, I really was going to be okay 1708 01:02:10,394 --> 01:02:15,897 spending Christmas all by myself, but being here with you? 1709 01:02:15,933 --> 01:02:18,533 This is better. 1710 01:02:18,569 --> 01:02:22,037 Beats skiing any day. 1711 01:02:22,072 --> 01:02:23,071 Happy accidents. 1712 01:02:24,074 --> 01:02:26,441 Happy accidents. 1713 01:02:31,749 --> 01:02:33,248 Ho, ho, ho! 1714 01:02:33,283 --> 01:02:35,283 [laughs] 1715 01:02:45,129 --> 01:02:47,863 ride in the town square,k mee 1716 01:02:47,898 --> 01:02:50,098 and it just happened. 1717 01:02:50,134 --> 01:02:51,967 These things don't just happen. 1718 01:02:52,002 --> 01:02:53,602 They've been building all week, and then boom, 1719 01:02:53,637 --> 01:02:54,803 the dam bursts. 1720 01:02:54,838 --> 01:02:56,171 It wasn't that dramatic. 1721 01:02:56,206 --> 01:02:58,173 It was a moment. 1722 01:02:58,208 --> 01:02:59,941 So what does this mean? 1723 01:02:59,977 --> 01:03:01,176 I don't know. 1724 01:03:01,211 --> 01:03:02,511 He hasn't mentioned leaving in a while, 1725 01:03:02,546 --> 01:03:05,013 but he does live in New York. 1726 01:03:05,048 --> 01:03:07,849 But you're going with it? 1727 01:03:07,885 --> 01:03:11,019 I like him, and Ellen really liked him. 1728 01:03:11,054 --> 01:03:14,656 So we clearly have some things we need to talk about. 1729 01:03:14,691 --> 01:03:16,491 You so deserve this, Megs. 1730 01:03:16,527 --> 01:03:18,760 It's your turn. 1731 01:03:26,103 --> 01:03:27,068 All right you guys. 1732 01:03:27,104 --> 01:03:28,303 We've made good progress over the last few days, 1733 01:03:28,338 --> 01:03:30,872 but we've got to get this done in time for the party tomorrow. 1734 01:03:30,908 --> 01:03:32,941 So let's step it up! 1735 01:03:39,383 --> 01:03:40,682 It's coming together. 1736 01:03:40,717 --> 01:03:42,884 They're so happy. 1737 01:03:42,920 --> 01:03:45,587 It's the first gingerbread house of my career. 1738 01:03:45,622 --> 01:03:48,223 But hopefully not the last. 1739 01:03:48,258 --> 01:03:53,028 Don't look now, but I think you're an architect again. 1740 01:04:01,405 --> 01:04:02,704 [knocking] 1741 01:04:02,739 --> 01:04:04,372 Hey, come in. 1742 01:04:04,408 --> 01:04:06,241 Hey, I'm just getting these canned goods together 1743 01:04:06,276 --> 01:04:08,443 for the food bank for Christmas Eve dinner. 1744 01:04:08,478 --> 01:04:10,212 [gasps] Guess what? 1745 01:04:10,247 --> 01:04:12,581 I got an email from Colonel Morrison's assistant. 1746 01:04:12,616 --> 01:04:14,749 Everything's good to go for the video chats. 1747 01:04:14,785 --> 01:04:17,052 Well that's, that's fantastic news. 1748 01:04:17,087 --> 01:04:18,787 All right, now come with me. 1749 01:04:18,822 --> 01:04:19,888 I want to show you something. 1750 01:04:19,923 --> 01:04:20,689 Really? 1751 01:04:20,724 --> 01:04:22,023 Mm-hmm. 1752 01:04:23,160 --> 01:04:24,492 What is it? 1753 01:04:25,095 --> 01:04:26,394 It's a surprise. 1754 01:04:26,430 --> 01:04:28,430 But it's not your Christmas present. 1755 01:04:28,465 --> 01:04:29,698 I got you something else. 1756 01:04:29,733 --> 01:04:31,399 Oh, you didn't have to get me anything. 1757 01:04:31,435 --> 01:04:32,267 I wanted to. 1758 01:04:32,302 --> 01:04:33,869 But you'll have to wait until Christmas 1759 01:04:33,904 --> 01:04:35,203 to find out what it is. 1760 01:04:35,239 --> 01:04:36,371 I don't make the rules. 1761 01:04:36,406 --> 01:04:38,273 But just to be clear, this is not my Christmas present. 1762 01:04:38,308 --> 01:04:39,774 That's right. 1763 01:04:39,810 --> 01:04:41,643 You know what? Cover your eyes. 1764 01:04:41,678 --> 01:04:42,444 Seriously? 1765 01:04:42,479 --> 01:04:43,445 Seriously. 1766 01:04:43,480 --> 01:04:44,880 -Oh, my gosh. -I got you. 1767 01:04:44,915 --> 01:04:45,647 Oh, watch your step! 1768 01:04:45,682 --> 01:04:47,315 [yelps] Thanks for the warning. 1769 01:04:47,351 --> 01:04:48,850 Now I got you. 1770 01:04:50,354 --> 01:04:51,286 Watch your step. 1771 01:04:51,321 --> 01:04:52,721 -Step up, step up, step up. -This is crazy. 1772 01:04:52,756 --> 01:04:53,321 Okay. 1773 01:04:53,357 --> 01:04:54,956 [laughing] 1774 01:04:54,992 --> 01:04:55,824 Ooh! 1775 01:04:55,859 --> 01:04:57,092 Open your eyes. 1776 01:04:59,363 --> 01:05:01,096 I organized everything for you. 1777 01:05:01,131 --> 01:05:04,165 Oh, this is amazing. 1778 01:05:04,201 --> 01:05:06,868 Oh, that's so thoughtful. 1779 01:05:08,872 --> 01:05:11,806 Oh, thank you so much. 1780 01:05:11,842 --> 01:05:13,441 No, thank you. 1781 01:05:13,477 --> 01:05:15,010 For what? 1782 01:05:15,045 --> 01:05:17,279 Well, for helping me find my passion again. 1783 01:05:17,314 --> 01:05:19,748 You know, I thought the problem was missing out on experiences, 1784 01:05:19,783 --> 01:05:23,151 when what I really needed was to get back to the basics. 1785 01:05:23,186 --> 01:05:25,420 And the kids helped you find that. 1786 01:05:25,455 --> 01:05:29,257 I'm not talking only about architecture. 1787 01:05:29,293 --> 01:05:35,497 ¶ 1788 01:05:35,532 --> 01:05:37,132 [sighs happily] 1789 01:05:44,408 --> 01:05:45,440 Hey. 1790 01:05:46,476 --> 01:05:49,511 What are you doing up and out all by yourself? 1791 01:05:49,546 --> 01:05:53,281 Contemplating life, liberty, pursuit of happiness. 1792 01:05:53,317 --> 01:05:54,649 So nothing too deep, then? 1793 01:05:54,685 --> 01:05:55,684 Nope. 1794 01:05:57,220 --> 01:05:58,486 Big day ahead. 1795 01:05:58,522 --> 01:05:59,955 Big day. 1796 01:05:59,990 --> 01:06:01,356 Yeah, I was just getting in a jog 1797 01:06:01,391 --> 01:06:02,958 before Alyssa comes to meet me. 1798 01:06:02,993 --> 01:06:05,727 She's going to help me with the delivery for the food bank. 1799 01:06:05,762 --> 01:06:07,162 Mm. 1800 01:06:07,197 --> 01:06:08,863 It's so quiet here. 1801 01:06:08,899 --> 01:06:10,031 Peaceful. 1802 01:06:10,067 --> 01:06:11,266 Yeah. 1803 01:06:11,301 --> 01:06:14,803 No sirens blaring and horns honking to keep you up at night? 1804 01:06:14,838 --> 01:06:17,839 Come on. To a New Yorker, that's white noise. 1805 01:06:19,776 --> 01:06:24,546 Uh, I go back in a few days. 1806 01:06:24,581 --> 01:06:25,647 Yeah. 1807 01:06:25,682 --> 01:06:28,717 And then after the holidays it's back to real life? 1808 01:06:28,752 --> 01:06:30,185 Yeah. 1809 01:06:30,220 --> 01:06:32,854 Real life. 1810 01:06:32,889 --> 01:06:36,324 My boss is putting the pressure on for me to end my sabbatical. 1811 01:06:36,360 --> 01:06:39,894 Guess he doesn't like paying for me not to be working. 1812 01:06:39,930 --> 01:06:40,762 Hmm? 1813 01:06:40,797 --> 01:06:42,597 I've accrued a lot of vacation days. 1814 01:06:42,632 --> 01:06:43,765 Oh. 1815 01:06:43,800 --> 01:06:45,233 The nerve of some people. 1816 01:06:45,268 --> 01:06:46,701 [laughs] 1817 01:06:48,071 --> 01:06:50,905 I don't know what to say to him. 1818 01:06:50,941 --> 01:06:54,943 I feel like I'm staring into the unknown here. 1819 01:06:54,978 --> 01:06:56,578 You know, people always talk about the unknown 1820 01:06:56,613 --> 01:06:59,581 like it's this big scary anomaly, 1821 01:06:59,616 --> 01:07:05,553 but good things can happen in the unknown too. 1822 01:07:05,589 --> 01:07:07,022 Like what? 1823 01:07:08,992 --> 01:07:10,425 Possibility. 1824 01:07:14,765 --> 01:07:17,198 Okay. I got to go home and shower. 1825 01:07:17,234 --> 01:07:19,067 -Big day. -Big day. 1826 01:07:21,738 --> 01:07:23,238 Watch out for those trees. 1827 01:07:23,273 --> 01:07:25,240 [laughs] 1828 01:07:25,275 --> 01:07:27,208 Coming out of nowhere. 1829 01:07:31,448 --> 01:07:33,581 The boutique had some nice dresses. 1830 01:07:33,617 --> 01:07:35,650 We should go look after we go to the food bank. 1831 01:07:35,685 --> 01:07:37,052 I need a new dress for tonight. 1832 01:07:37,087 --> 01:07:38,086 Yeah, I could use a new dress too. 1833 01:07:38,121 --> 01:07:40,121 Thank you so much for all your help with this. 1834 01:07:40,157 --> 01:07:41,823 It's the least I can do after all that you've done 1835 01:07:41,858 --> 01:07:43,792 for the kids this year. 1836 01:07:43,827 --> 01:07:46,094 So, have you talked to Lucas yet? 1837 01:07:46,129 --> 01:07:48,763 About what this means, what you are? 1838 01:07:48,799 --> 01:07:50,632 It's like we're both waiting for the other person 1839 01:07:50,667 --> 01:07:53,401 to say something definitive, and it's not happening. 1840 01:07:53,437 --> 01:07:56,137 I think he's going to go back to his old life in New York. 1841 01:07:56,173 --> 01:07:57,605 You don't know that. 1842 01:07:57,641 --> 01:07:59,908 People don't change that quickly. 1843 01:07:59,943 --> 01:08:01,776 I mean, he says that he feels like his old self again, 1844 01:08:01,812 --> 01:08:04,946 and his boss is pressuring him for an answer. 1845 01:08:04,981 --> 01:08:07,182 You need to lay it all out there, Mags. 1846 01:08:07,217 --> 01:08:11,152 Tell him how you feel, because it may influence his decision. 1847 01:08:11,188 --> 01:08:12,087 You're right. 1848 01:08:12,122 --> 01:08:13,021 Okay, I'll talk to him. 1849 01:08:13,056 --> 01:08:13,988 After the party. 1850 01:08:14,024 --> 01:08:15,056 Good. 1851 01:08:15,092 --> 01:08:16,691 Now let's drop this food off and get you a dress 1852 01:08:16,726 --> 01:08:18,760 that'll knock his socks off. 1853 01:08:21,565 --> 01:08:23,298 Oh, that's so great. 1854 01:08:23,333 --> 01:08:25,834 Oh, thank you so much. 1855 01:08:25,869 --> 01:08:27,702 Yes, a messenger service would be perfect, 1856 01:08:27,737 --> 01:08:29,537 and then that way they can just leave it on the porch 1857 01:08:29,573 --> 01:08:31,840 and I'll come grab it when I get home. 1858 01:08:31,875 --> 01:08:32,640 Thank you. 1859 01:08:32,676 --> 01:08:34,075 [knocking at door] 1860 01:08:36,580 --> 01:08:37,445 [laughs] 1861 01:08:39,349 --> 01:08:41,683 What, this old thing? 1862 01:08:41,718 --> 01:08:43,885 That is neither old, nor a thing. 1863 01:08:43,920 --> 01:08:45,286 You look incredible. 1864 01:08:45,322 --> 01:08:46,387 So do you. 1865 01:08:46,423 --> 01:08:48,022 Thank you. 1866 01:08:49,826 --> 01:08:50,625 Okay. 1867 01:08:51,628 --> 01:08:54,362 Now. Let's go make sure those kids have a night 1868 01:08:54,397 --> 01:08:55,530 they'll never forget. 1869 01:08:55,565 --> 01:08:57,332 Let's do it. 1870 01:09:04,241 --> 01:09:09,644 [jazzy version of "O Christmas Tree" plays] 1871 01:09:09,679 --> 01:09:13,481 ¶ O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree ¶ 1872 01:09:13,517 --> 01:09:16,985 ¶ Thy leaves are so unchanging ¶ 1873 01:09:17,020 --> 01:09:20,855 ¶ O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree ¶ 1874 01:09:20,891 --> 01:09:24,526 ¶ Thy leaves are so unchanging ¶ 1875 01:09:24,561 --> 01:09:28,163 ¶ Not only green when summer's here ¶ 1876 01:09:28,198 --> 01:09:31,933 ¶ But also winter's cold and drear ¶ 1877 01:09:31,968 --> 01:09:35,670 ¶ O Christmas tree, o Christmas tree ¶ 1878 01:09:35,705 --> 01:09:37,238 Wonderful! 1879 01:09:37,274 --> 01:09:43,178 1880 01:09:43,213 --> 01:09:44,612 Hi mom! 1881 01:09:44,648 --> 01:09:47,115 Ellen, what are you doing here? 1882 01:09:47,150 --> 01:09:48,683 It's Christmas Eve! 1883 01:09:48,718 --> 01:09:51,419 She wanted to come and I know it's important to you, 1884 01:09:51,454 --> 01:09:53,288 so here we are. 1885 01:09:53,323 --> 01:09:54,622 And now I don't have to cook tonight, 1886 01:09:54,658 --> 01:09:55,757 so it's a win-win. 1887 01:09:55,792 --> 01:09:57,025 [laughs] 1888 01:09:57,060 --> 01:10:01,029 Grace, Alex, that means a lot to me. 1889 01:10:01,064 --> 01:10:02,964 I'm so happy you're here, Ellen. 1890 01:10:02,999 --> 01:10:04,666 I can't wait. 1891 01:10:05,735 --> 01:10:06,935 Are we all good? 1892 01:10:06,970 --> 01:10:08,102 Tell me this is going to work. 1893 01:10:08,138 --> 01:10:10,705 I mean, the IT guys are back there getting all set up, 1894 01:10:10,740 --> 01:10:12,774 and I've checked in with all the parents. 1895 01:10:12,809 --> 01:10:15,577 They're all at their posts and ready to go. 1896 01:10:15,612 --> 01:10:16,878 Okay. 1897 01:10:16,913 --> 01:10:18,446 Five minute countdown. 1898 01:10:18,481 --> 01:10:19,480 All right. 1899 01:10:19,516 --> 01:10:20,615 I'm going to go check on Lucas. 1900 01:10:20,650 --> 01:10:22,150 You stay right here, enjoy the show. 1901 01:10:22,185 --> 01:10:23,051 Ok. 1902 01:10:24,788 --> 01:10:26,421 Who knew building a gingerbread house of all things 1903 01:10:26,456 --> 01:10:28,223 would have such an impact. 1904 01:10:28,258 --> 01:10:31,159 Okay, so you're an architect again. 1905 01:10:31,194 --> 01:10:33,228 I know how to do it right this time. 1906 01:10:33,263 --> 01:10:35,063 I won't make the same mistakes. 1907 01:10:35,098 --> 01:10:38,099 I'm glad you found what you were looking for, buddy. 1908 01:10:38,134 --> 01:10:39,334 Are you sure about this? 1909 01:10:39,369 --> 01:10:40,501 I am. 1910 01:10:40,537 --> 01:10:42,570 I actually booked my flight this morning. 1911 01:10:42,606 --> 01:10:44,138 Oh, you booked your flight. 1912 01:10:44,174 --> 01:10:45,240 Mm-hmm. 1913 01:10:46,843 --> 01:10:50,778 So you need me to come with you to New York? 1914 01:10:50,814 --> 01:10:52,981 It'd be a fun road trip, but I'll get it. 1915 01:10:53,016 --> 01:10:54,249 I'll just hire some movers. 1916 01:10:54,284 --> 01:10:55,450 You know, probably cheap ones though 1917 01:10:55,485 --> 01:10:57,752 since I officially resigned from the firm this morning. 1918 01:10:57,787 --> 01:10:59,020 Oh, look at you. 1919 01:10:59,055 --> 01:10:59,988 Go into business for yourself 1920 01:11:00,023 --> 01:11:02,290 and suddenly you can do it all on your own. 1921 01:11:02,325 --> 01:11:03,224 With one hand. 1922 01:11:03,260 --> 01:11:05,193 Yeah, well just watch and learn, my friend. 1923 01:11:05,228 --> 01:11:06,094 Watch and learn. 1924 01:11:06,129 --> 01:11:07,462 [clink] 1925 01:11:10,867 --> 01:11:12,166 ¶ 1926 01:11:12,202 --> 01:11:15,970 Alyssa: Thank you all very much for joining us this evening. 1927 01:11:16,006 --> 01:11:19,807 And this year has been a really special holiday camp for us. 1928 01:11:19,843 --> 01:11:23,344 During this special season it's important to think of those... 1929 01:11:23,380 --> 01:11:25,179 There you are. 1930 01:11:28,151 --> 01:11:30,285 You okay? 1931 01:11:30,320 --> 01:11:31,486 Listen, Lucas. 1932 01:11:31,521 --> 01:11:34,122 Ellen is here tonight, and I don't want to confuse things 1933 01:11:34,157 --> 01:11:38,126 any further by her coming back to this. 1934 01:11:38,161 --> 01:11:40,061 To us. 1935 01:11:40,096 --> 01:11:41,496 What do you mean? 1936 01:11:41,531 --> 01:11:43,364 Maggie, where is this coming from? 1937 01:11:43,400 --> 01:11:44,365 It's not just me. 1938 01:11:44,401 --> 01:11:45,466 So I think it's better for everyone involved 1939 01:11:45,502 --> 01:11:50,004 if we just say we're friends and we leave it at that. 1940 01:11:50,040 --> 01:11:50,872 Okay. 1941 01:11:50,907 --> 01:11:52,974 Yeah, if that's what you really want. 1942 01:11:53,009 --> 01:11:55,043 It's the way it has to be. 1943 01:11:56,279 --> 01:11:57,512 Okay, it's showtime. 1944 01:11:57,547 --> 01:11:59,013 Great. 1945 01:12:03,887 --> 01:12:05,953 1946 01:12:05,989 --> 01:12:07,288 Hi, everybody. 1947 01:12:07,324 --> 01:12:09,624 Thank you so much for coming. 1948 01:12:09,659 --> 01:12:15,930 My name is Maggie O'Donnell, and this is Lucas Cavelli. 1949 01:12:15,965 --> 01:12:18,366 He's a very prominent New York architect. 1950 01:12:18,401 --> 01:12:21,436 He's been volunteering here with me at the centre as well, 1951 01:12:21,471 --> 01:12:22,670 and he's, he's the... 1952 01:12:22,706 --> 01:12:27,675 the brains behind this gorgeous, gigantic gingerbread house. 1953 01:12:27,711 --> 01:12:32,280 [applause] 1954 01:12:32,315 --> 01:12:35,616 Though the real design and hard work came from 1955 01:12:35,652 --> 01:12:36,651 all of your children. 1956 01:12:36,686 --> 01:12:37,985 That's right. 1957 01:12:38,021 --> 01:12:39,787 We had the great pleasure of spending the whole week 1958 01:12:39,823 --> 01:12:40,788 with your kids, 1959 01:12:40,824 --> 01:12:44,826 and we were incredibly inspired by their spirit 1960 01:12:44,861 --> 01:12:46,461 and their optimism. 1961 01:12:46,496 --> 01:12:49,397 Especially in light of the fact that many of them are away 1962 01:12:49,432 --> 01:12:53,634 from one or both of their parents during this holiday. 1963 01:12:53,670 --> 01:12:56,704 And so, with the help of the Colonel, 1964 01:12:56,740 --> 01:13:01,242 we secretly banded together with your parents, 1965 01:13:01,277 --> 01:13:04,078 wherever they are in the world, 1966 01:13:04,114 --> 01:13:07,382 and we have a little surprise for you. 1967 01:13:08,685 --> 01:13:11,085 Konnichiwa, Elliot. Mom here. 1968 01:13:11,121 --> 01:13:13,221 Merry Christmas from Japan. 1969 01:13:13,256 --> 01:13:15,356 Here's my gingerbread house. 1970 01:13:15,392 --> 01:13:17,158 It's for you, baby. I love you. 1971 01:13:17,193 --> 01:13:20,161 Elliot: I love you, mom! 1972 01:13:20,196 --> 01:13:21,629 Hi there Reed and Violette. 1973 01:13:26,569 --> 01:13:28,870 I really like that gingerbread house you guys built, 1974 01:13:28,905 --> 01:13:31,239 but I think I can do one better. 1975 01:13:31,274 --> 01:13:35,243 Here in Germany, this is called Lebkuchenhaus, 1976 01:13:35,278 --> 01:13:38,446 and I'm going to find a way to get this back home to you. 1977 01:13:38,481 --> 01:13:40,715 Sure wish I could be there. 1978 01:13:40,750 --> 01:13:43,618 But know that I'm thinking of you guys every minute. 1979 01:13:43,653 --> 01:13:47,288 Merry Christmas, and I love you. 1980 01:13:47,323 --> 01:13:48,956 I love you too, Dad. 1981 01:13:48,992 --> 01:13:53,528 [applause] 1982 01:13:53,563 --> 01:13:56,764 Soldier: It's for you, baby. I love you. I miss you. 1983 01:13:56,800 --> 01:13:58,900 Merry Christmas. 1984 01:14:00,804 --> 01:14:03,771 -Goodnight. -Merry Christmas. 1985 01:14:05,408 --> 01:14:07,108 Thank you, Miss O'Donnell. 1986 01:14:07,143 --> 01:14:08,576 You're welcome, Reed. Merry Christmas. 1987 01:14:08,611 --> 01:14:10,545 I'll see you next week. 1988 01:14:10,580 --> 01:14:12,213 -Bye, guys. -Bye. 1989 01:14:14,584 --> 01:14:15,616 Here you go. Thanks. 1990 01:14:15,652 --> 01:14:18,085 It's going to be hard to top this next year, Mom. 1991 01:14:18,121 --> 01:14:20,555 We'll need to start brainstorming now. 1992 01:14:20,590 --> 01:14:21,823 Dad and Grace want to help too. 1993 01:14:21,858 --> 01:14:23,658 Oh, great. The more the merrier. 1994 01:14:23,693 --> 01:14:25,426 Have fun with your dad. I'll see you tomorrow. 1995 01:14:25,462 --> 01:14:26,093 Thanks for coming. 1996 01:14:26,129 --> 01:14:27,395 I'll have her home by 5:00. 1997 01:14:27,430 --> 01:14:28,229 Merry Christmas. 1998 01:14:30,033 --> 01:14:31,566 Happy holidays, thanks for coming. 1999 01:14:31,601 --> 01:14:32,600 Thanks. 2000 01:14:34,370 --> 01:14:35,303 My wrist is a bit sore. 2001 01:14:35,338 --> 01:14:38,172 I'm going to get a ride back with my brother. 2002 01:14:38,208 --> 01:14:40,641 Yeah, that's fine. We're basically done here. 2003 01:14:44,614 --> 01:14:45,613 For Joey. 2004 01:14:46,683 --> 01:14:47,915 Bye. 2005 01:14:49,486 --> 01:14:51,018 Goodnight. 2006 01:14:51,054 --> 01:14:52,320 It was a great night. 2007 01:14:52,355 --> 01:14:53,454 Thanks. 2008 01:14:53,490 --> 01:14:55,256 Bye. 2009 01:14:56,326 --> 01:14:57,792 What happened? 2010 01:14:58,127 --> 01:15:02,296 He's leaving. I was right. 2011 01:15:04,968 --> 01:15:16,344 2012 01:15:16,379 --> 01:15:21,649 ¶ The snow is softly falling outside ¶ 2013 01:15:21,684 --> 01:15:27,154 ¶ Each flake illuminated by the twinkling lights ¶ 2014 01:15:27,190 --> 01:15:34,729 2015 01:15:34,764 --> 01:15:39,734 ¶ So count all your stars this Christmastime ¶ 2016 01:15:39,769 --> 01:15:42,637 ¶ It's a funny little thing, ¶ 2017 01:15:42,672 --> 01:15:46,073 ¶ it's what we call life ¶ 2018 01:15:46,109 --> 01:15:48,543 ¶ When weather is... ¶ 2019 01:15:48,578 --> 01:15:51,479 ¶ keep it in your mind ¶ 2020 01:15:51,514 --> 01:16:01,856 ¶ And hold them close this Christmastime ¶ 2021 01:16:01,891 --> 01:16:09,564 ¶ Ohhhhh ¶ 2022 01:16:15,071 --> 01:16:16,537 I love all my presents. 2023 01:16:16,573 --> 01:16:18,506 Thank you so much, Mom. 2024 01:16:18,541 --> 01:16:19,340 I'm so glad you're home. 2025 01:16:19,375 --> 01:16:21,242 I'm going to go check on the turkey. 2026 01:16:23,446 --> 01:16:25,079 [knocking at door] 2027 01:16:32,221 --> 01:16:34,722 You never come to the front door. 2028 01:16:34,757 --> 01:16:37,558 Yeah, um... 2029 01:16:37,594 --> 01:16:39,694 I came to say goodbye. 2030 01:16:39,729 --> 01:16:41,362 Cam's waiting for me in the car. 2031 01:16:41,397 --> 01:16:44,799 I called my doctor and he gave me the clear to fly 2032 01:16:44,834 --> 01:16:48,235 because I'm feeling okay, so... 2033 01:16:48,271 --> 01:16:50,438 So you're, you're leaving. 2034 01:16:50,473 --> 01:16:52,106 [whispers] Yeah. 2035 01:16:52,141 --> 01:16:53,908 Ellen, uh, you're home. 2036 01:16:53,943 --> 01:16:56,310 I've got a little Christmas present here for you. 2037 01:16:56,346 --> 01:16:58,946 I have something for you too. 2038 01:17:07,457 --> 01:17:09,924 Is it my chocolate, by chance? 2039 01:17:09,959 --> 01:17:10,958 Four different kinds. 2040 01:17:10,994 --> 01:17:12,093 Excellent. 2041 01:17:12,128 --> 01:17:14,161 Thank you for remembering. 2042 01:17:15,331 --> 01:17:17,398 Go on, open it. 2043 01:17:18,468 --> 01:17:21,969 It's game bucks for Major Quest. I hear that that's a big thing. 2044 01:17:22,005 --> 01:17:23,437 Yes, thank you so much. 2045 01:17:23,473 --> 01:17:25,606 I know exactly what I want to use this for. 2046 01:17:25,642 --> 01:17:28,376 -Thank you! -Your welcome. 2047 01:17:28,411 --> 01:17:30,277 I have this for you too. 2048 01:17:30,313 --> 01:17:32,613 You can open it later. 2049 01:17:32,649 --> 01:17:35,516 Um, same. 2050 01:17:35,551 --> 01:17:37,184 Oh, thanks. 2051 01:17:38,321 --> 01:17:42,857 Good luck, Maggie. 2052 01:17:42,892 --> 01:17:46,060 I just want to say that... 2053 01:17:46,095 --> 01:17:47,128 [sighs] 2054 01:17:50,733 --> 01:17:54,168 Thanks again, for everything. 2055 01:17:54,203 --> 01:17:55,369 Merry Christmas, Lucas. 2056 01:17:55,405 --> 01:17:57,104 Merry Christmas. 2057 01:17:57,573 --> 01:17:58,773 Bye. 2058 01:18:05,748 --> 01:18:07,448 [sighs] 2059 01:18:12,755 --> 01:18:15,389 [playing "Deck the Halls"] ¶ 2060 01:18:15,425 --> 01:18:19,026 Those lessons are really paying off. 2061 01:18:19,062 --> 01:18:20,828 I'm going to go check on the turkey. 2062 01:18:20,863 --> 01:18:26,300 ¶ 2063 01:18:33,109 --> 01:18:35,743 Dinner will be ready in about 30 minutes. 2064 01:18:35,778 --> 01:18:37,211 Good, I'm starving. 2065 01:18:37,246 --> 01:18:38,446 Open your gift from Lucas. 2066 01:18:38,481 --> 01:18:40,481 I'm already using mine. 2067 01:18:44,420 --> 01:18:46,087 [sighs] 2068 01:18:46,889 --> 01:18:49,690 He gave you that for Christmas? 2069 01:18:49,726 --> 01:18:50,725 Oh? 2070 01:19:02,505 --> 01:19:04,605 It's tickets to Paris. 2071 01:19:04,640 --> 01:19:06,240 Wow. 2072 01:19:06,275 --> 01:19:08,809 I wish he wasn't leaving. I really like him. 2073 01:19:08,845 --> 01:19:11,045 Yeah. 2074 01:19:11,080 --> 01:19:13,047 Me too. 2075 01:19:13,082 --> 01:19:16,550 You like, like him like him? 2076 01:19:16,586 --> 01:19:19,053 Would that be okay? 2077 01:19:20,656 --> 01:19:23,390 I'm just going to make a really quick phone call. 2078 01:19:32,935 --> 01:19:34,101 Ah, Lucas. 2079 01:19:34,137 --> 01:19:35,369 When you get this message, could you give me a call back? 2080 01:19:35,404 --> 01:19:38,939 It's, it's really important that you call me before you leave. 2081 01:19:38,975 --> 01:19:43,177 2082 01:19:43,212 --> 01:19:44,812 A trip to Paris? 2083 01:19:44,847 --> 01:19:46,313 I've been your best friend for two decades 2084 01:19:46,349 --> 01:19:47,782 and I think I got a watch. 2085 01:19:47,817 --> 01:19:48,949 Once! 2086 01:19:48,985 --> 01:19:50,684 She helped me a lot. 2087 01:19:50,720 --> 01:19:53,487 I just wanted to return the favour. 2088 01:19:53,523 --> 01:19:55,923 Well, why didn't you tell her how you feel? 2089 01:19:55,958 --> 01:19:58,993 You were about to uproot your entire life. 2090 01:19:59,028 --> 01:20:01,996 You know, she broke things off before I had the chance. 2091 01:20:02,031 --> 01:20:03,864 I guess it wasn't meant to be. 2092 01:20:03,900 --> 01:20:06,667 As they say, there are no accidents. 2093 01:20:06,702 --> 01:20:09,036 Well, what about your job? You quit. 2094 01:20:09,071 --> 01:20:12,173 Yeah, maybe he'll let me un-quit? 2095 01:20:18,881 --> 01:20:21,749 Well, don't you want to at least see what she got you? 2096 01:20:35,364 --> 01:20:36,030 [exhales] 2097 01:20:37,567 --> 01:20:38,833 I can't believe she got me this. 2098 01:20:38,868 --> 01:20:42,203 I have been looking for this book for years. 2099 01:20:42,238 --> 01:20:44,138 James Smith Maxwell. 2100 01:20:44,173 --> 01:20:46,006 The home builder? 2101 01:20:49,011 --> 01:20:50,811 Huh. 2102 01:20:50,847 --> 01:20:51,846 Wow. 2103 01:20:53,950 --> 01:20:56,417 Back to the basics. 2104 01:20:56,452 --> 01:20:58,519 What? 2105 01:20:58,554 --> 01:21:00,988 Stop the car. 2106 01:21:01,023 --> 01:21:01,822 Excuse me? 2107 01:21:01,858 --> 01:21:03,023 Stop the car! 2108 01:21:03,059 --> 01:21:04,491 Stop the car!! 2109 01:21:05,728 --> 01:21:06,360 Oh, we're going back? 2110 01:21:06,395 --> 01:21:07,828 Yeah. 2111 01:21:09,699 --> 01:21:10,698 Yeah. 2112 01:21:10,733 --> 01:21:12,566 Yeah. We're going back. 2113 01:21:12,602 --> 01:21:13,701 Oh baby. 2114 01:21:13,736 --> 01:21:15,236 [laughs] 2115 01:21:15,972 --> 01:21:17,004 Ready? 2116 01:21:19,609 --> 01:21:20,574 ¶ 2117 01:21:20,610 --> 01:21:22,209 [doorbell rings] 2118 01:21:26,249 --> 01:21:27,681 You got my message? 2119 01:21:27,717 --> 01:21:28,749 No. 2120 01:21:28,784 --> 01:21:29,583 What message? 2121 01:21:29,619 --> 01:21:32,186 I... I... I got this. 2122 01:21:32,221 --> 01:21:35,222 Yeah, the guy at the bookstore had to call all his contacts. 2123 01:21:35,258 --> 01:21:37,791 I was pretty annoying, but it was effective. 2124 01:21:37,827 --> 01:21:41,028 You know, opening this book after all these years, 2125 01:21:41,063 --> 01:21:44,932 it's so clear to me why this week was so invigorating. 2126 01:21:44,967 --> 01:21:46,267 Building the house with you and those kids. 2127 01:21:46,302 --> 01:21:47,701 I don't want to build skyscrapers, 2128 01:21:47,737 --> 01:21:49,069 I never did. 2129 01:21:49,105 --> 01:21:50,571 But what about your job? 2130 01:21:50,606 --> 01:21:53,908 I resigned from the firm yesterday. 2131 01:21:53,943 --> 01:21:55,809 But you bought a plane ticket. 2132 01:21:55,845 --> 01:21:58,412 I heard you talking to Cam. 2133 01:21:58,447 --> 01:22:01,115 You misunderstood, Maggie. 2134 01:22:01,150 --> 01:22:06,120 I want to build homes, and I had decided to do it here, near you. 2135 01:22:06,155 --> 01:22:08,322 Well, I would love that. 2136 01:22:08,357 --> 01:22:10,224 [laughs] 2137 01:22:10,259 --> 01:22:11,492 About Ellen, I... 2138 01:22:11,527 --> 01:22:13,961 It was never about Ellen. 2139 01:22:13,996 --> 01:22:15,296 So... 2140 01:22:15,331 --> 01:22:16,330 We're good? 2141 01:22:16,365 --> 01:22:20,267 [laughing] 2142 01:22:20,303 --> 01:22:21,168 Oh, oh, my wrist! 2143 01:22:21,203 --> 01:22:22,102 Oh, sorry, sorry. 2144 01:22:22,138 --> 01:22:23,437 It's okay. 2145 01:22:23,472 --> 01:22:24,605 [laughs] 2146 01:22:24,640 --> 01:22:26,340 By the way, who taught you to dress? 2147 01:22:26,375 --> 01:22:27,942 I mean, that sweater. Oof. 2148 01:22:27,977 --> 01:22:29,476 Are you kidding me? 2149 01:22:29,512 --> 01:22:30,945 I love this sweater. 2150 01:22:30,980 --> 01:22:34,782 ¶ 2151 01:22:34,817 --> 01:22:36,984 You ever seen the Eiffel Tower? 2152 01:22:37,019 --> 01:22:38,519 Want to come with us? 2153 01:22:38,554 --> 01:22:39,887 I would love to. 2154 01:22:40,856 --> 01:22:42,323 Hey Ellen? 2155 01:22:42,358 --> 01:22:43,757 Put another plate on the table. 2156 01:22:43,793 --> 01:22:45,292 We've got company. 2157 01:22:45,328 --> 01:23:00,207 2158 01:23:00,242 --> 01:23:09,116 2159 01:23:09,151 --> 01:23:10,117 ¶ 2160 01:23:10,152 --> 01:23:25,032 ¶ 2161 01:23:25,067 --> 01:23:38,011 ¶