All language subtitles for Walking.the Dog.2017.Hallmark.720p.HDTV.x264-Solar

Hi.

- Hi, mom.
- Hey, sweetheart. Coffee?

- Yes, please.
- Hey, Art. Hey, Kristie.

All right, everyone,
quiet, please, quiet.

Thank you.
Take your seats.

Okay, now, the lovely Kristie
Simmons, our lawyer, is here

to tell us how we will get that
much needed bike lane for our Town.

Kristie?

Good morning, everyone.

Like most of you here,
I'm a life-long local, and I bike,

so this goal is as important
to me as it is to all of you.

Unfortunately, as you know,
the Bradley Beach Town board

did reject our plan
for the bike lanes...

I know.

However, I have petitioned
the county court

on the grounds that the Town has
failed to properly administer

the safety of this community.

So that means we'll be in
court tomorrow at 10:00 A.M.

And we're going to fight this
thing, and we're going to win.

Okay, tomorrow, we'll
show them we mean business.

Yes.

Hi, Art.

Are you going
to be there tomorrow?

The more press for our case
the better.

As long as Barb keeps
making these cinnamon rolls,

I'll make this case
"the telegram's" top story.

Oh, so it's bribery, huh?

Thanks for letting us
meet here, mom.

Of course!
You know I love having big groups.

Even if she makes everything
practically on the house.

- Nothing wrong with that.
- Thank you, Daniel.

What?

Everyone shows community
support in different ways.

Dad was right,
you have a very big heart,

but you never were much
of a businesswoman.

Says my darling daughter

who does pro-bono work
every chance she gets.

And thank goodness, she does, 'cause
we couldn't afford her otherwise.

Hey, did you hear about the new
Town attorney the board brought in?

- No, who'd they get?
- Some hotshot from Seattle.

Dan put him up in his place.

Apparently, he's only here until
they find a replacement for Ralph.

Good luck to whoever they got
to finally take that job.

I'm so glad you said no,

even if your bank account
thinks otherwise.

There's more to life...

Which could be
the motto for our Town.

Says my darling mother

who spends all of her time
behind this counter.

- You know I love it here.
- I know you do, it's just...

What?

You're about to lecture me...

about how I should get out more
and enjoy life and take risks?

Because you know I'm going to come
right back with the pot calling...

- ... the kettle...
- I know.

Exactly.

- Bear claw, for Bill. His favorite.
- Thanks, mom.

- Love you.
- You too.

- Good morning.
- Hey, Kristie. Bill's in the back.

Good, my mom
wanted me to bring him

a couple of his favorite
bear claws.

- Well, hello there.
- Hey, get back here, Gidget!

- Hey you.
- Hi.

- I see you've met Gidget.
- I have now.

- Hello there.
- She's cute, right?

She should have
been named Houdini.

I don't know what
we're going to do with her.

Do?

Yeah, she's from
Argos Pet Rescue.

Margie Dillahunt was
supposed to foster her,

but her mother had
emergency knee surgery,

and Margie had to go
back east to help out.

She won't be back
for at least three weeks.

- Who's taking her till then?
- Well, that is the big question.

You know I would, but...

But Buddy doesn't play well
with others, and I would but...

Tiger and Ginger
won't allow dogs.

I was thinking about asking
your mom, or maybe Delia?

Although Mr. Whiskers
might object.

Maybe Amy?
She loves causes.

- She said before that she'd help if...
- I could take her.

- You said three weeks, right?
- Well, maybe. I don't know exactly.

I could do three weeks.

- Are you sure?
- You have any other options?

I do not.

No, that would be
a huge help. Thank you.

I didn't even
think of asking you.

Who could resist this face?

What do you think?

This guy... Yeah?
You like this?

Go get it!

Good girl.
Come here.

Good girl.

Definitely.

Looks like Gidget
hit the jackpot.

This is gonna be expensive.

Bill was in a pinch,
so I'm helping out.

- Not until you fall in love.
- No, no, no.

No, I don't fall
in love anymore.

Does Bill know that?

So, anything going on?

Yes, there was a change
for tomorrow.

We are now going to Judge Mays'
court instead of Judge Lee.

Judge Mays is tough.

Do you want me to make a call,
make a delay before I head out?

No. No, I can handle tough.
Besides, we need this lane now.

It would appear that...

Miss Gidget would like
to go for a walk.

Of course.

Hey, Gidget!

Simon!

Simon, come on!

Well, they are being pulled by the
tug of cupid's arrow, aren't they?

Now's probably a good time
to mention she's spayed.

Hey, responsible
dog owners for the win.

Actually, I'm just fostering
for a few weeks.

Oh, well, that's perfect 'cause
we're only here till mid-February.

I just moved in,
just down the way.

Yeah, we should,
arrange some play dates.

Play dates?

Play dates, they're not just
for humans anymore.

I'm Keith.
Simon.

Kristie.
Gidget.

And regrettably,
I do have to take this.

- Excuse me.
- Okay.

- Nice to meet you.
- You too.

Hello?

Gidget!

I just moved,
like, in an hour ago...

Come on, Gidget!
Come on, Gidge...

Yeah, no, it's nice here.

I bet I know who you want
to be your Valentine, huh?

Handsome Simon?

- Hello!
- Hey, mom!

- What are you doing here?
- I just had to see her.

She is adorable!

Yeah, that's
her survival mechanism.

- It's working.
- I know.

I broke my "no more
pets" rule because of it.

I don't understand that rule.

You always had plenty
of pets growing up.

- Remember Noodles the cat?
- Yeah, why did I name him that?

You were three. Your father
thought it was adorable.

You know, it's Valentine's day
in a few weeks.

Have you thought any more about
signing up for a dating site?

I will if you will.

I'm dating Bill.

- What is that look?
- What...

The look is that
I think the world of Bill.

He's a wonderful
veterinarian,

and exactly who you needed
when you left Chicago

and "he who shall not be named".

- But it's been two years.
- I like Bill. We get along.

Well, I like Bill, and we get
along, but we're not dating.

- Oh!
- What?

I forgot to give him
the bear claw.

No, in my defense,
I had just gotten this one.

- She can be a bit of a handful.
- How so?

Apparently,
she's an escape artist.

She already bolted earlier when
I was taking her for a walk.

I can't really blame her.
Simon is adorable.

- Simon?
- Cute dog.

She took one look at him and
fell in love at first sight.

Well, it's always nice
to make new friends.

Here's one.

Wow, hot.

Must be the new
Town counsel's car.

"Law one"?

Great.
He's that guy.

Right...

I'm gonna go back to the office.
This is for you.

Okay, I'll call you later to discuss.

Okay, sounds good.
Call me on my cell.

- Gidget.
- Simon.

You know, this isn't the kind
of play date I had in mind.

- I'm sorry, you know him?
- I'll tell you later.

It is a delight

to see so many of Bradley
Beach's citizens in attendance.

We're here today
to hear oral arguments

with regards to the petition
of the shore bicycle Club

verses the Town of Bradley Beach

concerning the creation
of a bicycle lane.

Ms. Simmons represents
the petitioner.

- Counselor?
- Thank you, your honor.

Ordinance 243

of the incorporated Town of
Bradley Beach, to paraphrase,

states that one purpose
of the Town board

is to pass laws
for its citizens' safety.

The denial of the petitioners'
request for a bike lane

creates a situation directly
contrary to the law's purpose.

All right, quiet, please.
Mr. Amos, I believe?

It is.
And good morning, your honor.

May I compliment
opposing counsel

on the brief and lucid way
in which she stated her case.

Sweet-talker.

However, the same ordinance
Ms. Simmons referenced

goes on to state that any
such laws passed by the board

are also for the convenience
of its citizens.

Creation of a bicycle lane would
eliminate 200 parking spaces,

which would be a major
inconvenience for the merchants,

and a limit to access for the tourists,
upon whom the businesses depend.

Right, point taken.
Ms. Simmons?

Yes, it's those tourists
we're thinking of, your honor.

They also bike, and shop, and
have to weave around moving cars.

Now, no parking spaces
would have to be eliminated

if we just removed the present
median from the center of main street

per the traffic feasibility
study admitted as exhibit 1.A.

- Couldn't that be done, Counselor?
- Certainly, your honor.

We could eliminate the median.
We could also eliminate the sidewalks,

and while we're at it, why not
eliminate the stores, too?

Objection, your honor.
Counsel is being facetious.

I noticed that.
Overruled.

Continue, Mr. Amos.

Under petitioners' logic,

if we force the Town
to create a bicycle lane,

then why not a jogging lane?

Or a skating lane,
or a lane for surfers?

- Or for power-walkers... -
That is ridiculous, your honor.

And for the record, we don't
consider this request to be a joke.

Our citizen's safety is at stake.

I'm just taking the Counselor's argument
to its ultimate conclusion, your honor.

Don't be smug.

You've made your point, Counselor.

However, my courtroom
is not the place

for you to practice
your stand-up routine.

Now, I will take both of your
arguments under advisement.

We are adjourned.

- Unbelievable.
- Right?

Hey, Dan.

You know,
you're the enemy now.

Hey, I'm your realtor, not your relative.
I don't need to sugar-coat it for you.

Come on, Dan, I'm doing my
job, it's nothing personal.

Yeah, not for you,
you'll be back in Seattle.

The rest of us will be up here
dodging buses and suvs.

Would it help if I
bought you a steak dinner?

Yeah, it might.

Hold that thought.

Thank you.
It was nice seeing you. Bye.

Hey, Counselor,
how about a coffee?

- How about never?
- I prefer coffee.

I prefer not being mocked
in front of the judge.

Mere chitchat between dog owners.

Come on, let's have a coffee
and make peace.

I'd rather have
an herbal tea and a hot bath.

Seems a little advanced
for our relationship.

Funny.

Look, I just thought that as long as
we're going to be working together...

We are not working together.
We are adversaries.

Adversaries.

Or didn't they teach you that
in law school?

Some of my best friends
are my adversaries.

That might be your problem.

I think you're getting me
all wrong here...

Your license plate says "law one".
I think I'm getting you all right.

- Okay, about that...
- Tell Simon I said hello.

And his owner,
"I'll see you in court".

Excuse me.

Gidget...
You're lucky you're cute.

Hang on a second.
Come here, come here.

Seriously, Gidge?

Sorry, girl, we're gonna
go see grandma instead.

All right, come on.

I don't know.
I don't know what's going on.

If you having a dog means
I get to see you for breakfast,

I should've talked you
into this a while ago.

Come on.

So, I heard about
the new Town attorney.

Sounds like a handful.

Just the usual
career-fixated narcissist

who happens to have
a really cute dog.

- He brought his dog to court?
- No.

Turns out,
he's Simon's owner.

- Gidget's Valentine?
- Ex... ex-Valentine.

There's no way I'm allowing
a doggie play date now.

His owner reminds me of the guys
I went to law school with in Chicago.

The guys?

Or that one guy in particular
that you broke up with?

He broke up with me by dating
the senior partner's daughter.

- I was trying to skip that part.
- Thank you.

And yeah, sort of.
I mean, they both drive porsches.

I always wanted a Porsche.

What? They're fun cars.

The sun in your face,
the wind in your hair...

Come on, Gidge.

We're going for a jog before
we catch a mid-life crisis.

Come on, Gidge.

Those crazy kids, you
just can't keep them apart.

You know, you were right the other day.
I was out of line.

- What?
- No, I'm just looking for the catch.

No, no, no catch.
Just sincerity.

We can agree
to disagree, can't we?

- We can.
- Great.

Maybe we could even reboot?

Hi, I'm Keith.
I'm a lawyer from Seattle,

but I used to live near Bradley
Beach when I was younger,

and recently got the chance and do
legal counsel for the Town board.

How about you? Did you
grow up around here?

- Taft high school.
- Bishop Carlyle.

- You guys had a better football team.
- True.

- Have coffee with me.
- I'm dating someone.

- I know.
- You... How do you know?

I spoke to Dan Carlyle.

And you have my word
that this will be

a strictly professional
coffee chat.

We could even discuss settling
the whole bicycle lane matter.

- "Settling?"
- Magic word.

- All right.
- Excellent.

Tomorrow.
Noon.

Beach cafe.

- I'm bringing Simon...
- I'm bringing Gidget.

I'm quitting while I'm ahead.
See you tomorrow.

Simon!

Come on, Gidget!

Hey... here you go.
Good boy.

Hi. Hi. Come on. Come on,
let's go home. Come on...

Gidget! Come on!

Good girl.
Good girl... come on.

Come on! Come on.

- Hey-o!
- Hey, Bill.

Delia.
Hey, let me help you with that.

Thank you.

And here I thought you only went
all-out for Christmas and Halloween.

No, I treat all holidays equally.

Well, that's very
progressive of you.

She's not here, she's
with her mom at the cafe,

but she should be
back soon.

Okay.

- Did you bring the treats?
- I did.

- Dog biscuits.
- Yum.

- For Gidget.
- You don't say.

Oh, and this...
Is for Mr. Whiskers.

10% off his next
teeth cleaning.

No offense, but if this is
my only Valentine's day gift,

I think I am going to give up.

You know what, just...
Just tell her I stopped by.

Sure thing.

Thanks, Delia.
And it really does look great.

Honey, it's not that bad, and
besides, the bit about Delia's dress

was kind of cute.

Keith sounds like a rock star.
I sound like a total amateur.

- No more free Danish for Art.
- Yes, ma'am.

- And who's Keith?
- Town attorney guy.

Yesterday he was
a career-fixated narcissist,

and today,
he's just Keith?

We ran into each other
at the Beach.

I swear, Gidget has an internal homing
beacon where his dog is concerned.

Anyway.

What is... that?

How did those get there?

"Coffee and your smile
make my day, every day".

It's not signed.

Does my mother
have a secret admirer?

- Don't be silly.
- You do, don't you?

No, it's probably someone else's,
and they accidentally left it there.

It says "Barb".

- Well, maybe it's another Barb.
- In your cafe?

Talking about your coffee, every day.

It's someone
who comes here every day.

- Everyone comes here every day.
- Good point.

Well, whoever it is, this is exciting.
Right?

I don't know.

We're a community that prides
itself on its active lifestyle.

Even you, who's been here for,
like, a nanosecond should see that.

Okay, well, one of my
jobs as Town attorney

is to advise the board on whether
an action is worth pursuing.

A bike lane would cost a
fortune for a Town this size.

For what, 50 cyclists?
It's not worth that alone.

What if there were more?

How many cyclists can a Town
like Bradley Beach have?

So, you didn't really ask me
here to talk about settling.

I may have been a little flippant
before, but you can see my point.

I see you think my only
objection was to your tone.

- There were other objections?
- Plenty.

Your arrogance just
got added to the list.

I am not arrogant.

- Kinda. Little bit.
- No.

But as it happens,
you've given me an idea.

- I did?
- Yeah.

Thanks, Counselor.
Come on, Gidge.

Am I going
to like this idea?

Collecting signatures seems
like, um, a lot of walking.

You go out dancing every
weekend at the Goodman Club.

You can handle it.

Funny you should mention dancing.

Bill was here before, I think
he noticed the invitation.

Invitation?

The Bar Association
charity dinner dance?

Have you asked him to go yet?

No, I'm not even sure
if I want to go.

Besides, he hates dancing
just as much as I do.

He's the one that told me
about the Goodman Club.

Really?

He just stopped asking you to go
because you kept saying no.

Ask Bill to the dance.

Okay.
But first...

Go, go.

Thank you.

We need all the support
we can get.

And, um, here you go.
In case you change your mind.

We've got great support
right now. We just need more.

There you go. Okay.

Petitioning for
new bike lanes in our Town.

It's a great cause.

I have one for you.
Here you go.

Hi. Will you support
our bike lane proposal?

Hey...

Hi. Hi there.

If you just want
to put your name...

Thanks so much.

Okay... there you go.
Sign right here.

With the courts permission,
your honor,

I'd like to add
an addendum to my pleadings.

I'm listening.

And I'd like to thank the
opposing counsel for this idea.

Since Mr. Amos mentioned
creating special lanes

for other recreational
activities besides biking,

I've collected a petition
signed by an additional 200 people,

plus letters in support
of the creation

of a multipurpose lane
for all activities.

Quiet, please.

Any objections, Counselor?

- None, your honor.
- All right.

I will read over the addendum
to consider making this change

and let you know my decision
in a couple of days.

Your move, law one.

It's fabulous, honey.

Nice write-up.

Does this mean I can go back
to giving Art free pastries?

Please?

You're back
in the Danish, Art.

Yes...

There's Bill.

- Hey!
- Hey.

I've been meaning to talk to you
about the Bar Association dance.

Oh, right.
I'm afraid I can't make it.

- Because you hate dancing.
- What? No! I love dancing.

- Really?
- Yeah. No, I can't make it

because it's great
aunt Linda's birthday,

and I have to drive out
to Marysville.

- You're not upset, are you?
- No, of course not.

I'm not sure
if I'm even going.

Well, you can always
come with me if you like.

- I'd like to say that's tempting...
- But you'd be totally lying?

It's okay, it's okay, I get it.

But hey, we're still on for dinner
Friday night, right?

- We are.
- Great.

- Bye.
- Bye.

- Hey.
- Hey!

Better get in there quick.
Only one bear claw left.

Thanks for the tip.
Don't know why I did that.

- And hello, Counselor.
- Hello, Counselor.

- I have a question, what is this?
- You didn't read it?

- I don't know how.
- You're funny.

Land dispute.

A Mrs. Agnes Pittman used
to own this whole area.

She used to say she kept it like
this because she loved the views,

and the whole nature preserve
part was just a happy result.

Everyone knew she wanted
to leave this to the Town,

but sadly, she died before
transferring it into a trust,

and now her heir has
sold it to a developer.

Who, I'm sure, are going to
leave it as-is for society's sake.

So, another lawsuit?

Either that, or everything
you see will be high-rises.

That would be a shame.
It's really beautiful here.

It really is.

Have you gotten a chance
to get out and explore a little?

- Do some hiking?
- A little.

I'd forgotten how much
I missed the views here

and the quiet,
which is especially nice.

I've just been so focused
on my career lately.

Define "lately".

Pretty much since
graduating law school.

That's a long "lately".

Well, you put your nose to
the grindstone, you lose track.

Yeah, but then
all you see is grindstone.

Look up.
Better view, huh?

Much.

- How long have you had him?
- A couple of years.

He belonged to an ex who got a job in
Australia and couldn't take him with her.

Is she coming back?

She married a guy after she
got there, so probably not.

Okay.
I get it.

- What?
- I've had my heart broken, too.

- Really?
- Jeff from Chicago.

You guys would like each other,
actually. He also drives a Porsche.

Okay, I should explain.

The car belonged to my late uncle
Bruce, and I was going to sell it...

But have you ever driven
one of those?

No, but feel free
to give my mom a ride.

She'd thank you forever.

Mental note taken.

But, really, if you ever
want to take a spin...

I gotta go,
I'm meeting Delia for dinner.

Gidge?

Simon!

Simon, come on!

Hey, Simon, come on.
Come on, boy, come here.

Come on.

- Hey, Simon, come here, buddy.
- Good girl...

- Okay, if we just...
- Turn the other way!

Um, I'm trying.
You-you just...

Gidget, just...
Well, turn the other way.

- Simon...
- Hello.

Hey, folks, good to see you.

You have a good day.

Okay, just...

- Turn the other way.
- I'm trying.

Chocolates!

I found them at the door
when I opened this morning.

He's definitely interested.

- They're my favorites.
- Who could they be from?

Who would be interested in me?

Hey, no...
Don't do that.

Well... it's been a long time.

Ten years.

I've just assumed
this part of my life was over,

and I don't know what to expect.

Well, maybe don't have
any expectations.

Just...

Let it be what it'll be,
go from there.

Simon enjoyed seeing
Gidget yesterday.

- How about tonight?
- I have dinner plans, thanks.

Tomorrow night?

Simon and Gidget aren't the
only ones who can be dogged.

- That was a terrible pun.
- I got a million of 'em.

You're not
helping your case.

Sure about that?

You two look like
you're enjoying yourselves.

Are you going to let us in
on the joke?

Just a dog owner joke, your honor.
Not that interesting.

All right, I have had
a chance to review

the motion to accept
the new petition,

and it looks sound to me.

Mr. Amos, any objection

to the addendum
expanding the bike lane

to include additional
sporting activities?

None, your honor.

Then I will accept the motion, and
it will be entered into the record.

We will resume the hearing on this
matter on Thursday as scheduled.

- So, this is nice, huh?
- It's lovely.

I heard they have
a new bolognese recipe.

I'm thinking the salmon.

Always a safe choice.

- Did you order champagne?
- No, I thought you did.

I did not.
I wonder who?

Keith.

Keith? Who's Keith?

The Town attorney
I told you about.

Thank you.

That's funny, I was
picturing someone...

Older.

Do you think
you could stop flirting,

and get down to the reason
I asked you out tonight?

I am just being polite
to a colleague.

Is that what they're
calling it these days?

We are battling each other in
a very important case right now.

About a bike lane.

I'm here in Mayberry by the sea

to talk to you about something
that's actually important.

Your future with the firm?

Yes, I thought that would
get your attention.

- Is there some sort of problem?
- The exact opposite.

The partners like that you've
been brought in as an advisor here.

It was smart to take
that position.

That was the general idea.

There are some things brewing with
some property the firm represents.

Nothing concrete just yet,
but this little bike path...

Lane.
It's a bike lane.

Whatever.
... bike thing you have going on

could put you in position
for something a lot bigger,

and I know bigger is your goal.

- I'm intrigued.
- Good.

We want you to be.

Who do you think she is?

I don't know,
probably his girlfriend.

No, he doesn't have a girlfriend.

How do you know that?

Well, they just, I don't know,
they don't seem like a couple to me.

Clearly.

- Thanks for the champagne.
- My pleasure.

- Hope you enjoyed it.
- We did.

Did you and your date
enjoy dinner?

It wasn't a date,
we just work together.

In fact, here she is. Laura
Presley, this is Kristie Simmons.

My associate
and my opposing counsel.

- Hello.
- Hello.

I hear you've been keeping
our legal beagle on his toes.

So far.

Well, don't wear out the boy.
Our firm has big plans for him.

Well, good night.

I'll see you in court.

Shall we?

Yes.

Found it.

My scarf.

- Shall we?
- Yeah.

Good morning.

I will now hear oral arguments
on the plaintiff's motion

regarding the creation
of a recreational lane.

Ms. Simmons?

Your honor, citing the case
of Ogden versus Illinois,

the 2nd circuit ruled in favor
of a community swimming pool

over the state's right to develop
the land for business purposes.

With respect, your honor, Ogden
was overturned by the 9th circuit,

stating that tax revenue supersedes
the community's use of the land

for recreational purposes.

Which was modified
by the 10th circuit,

stating property taken
in eminent domain

was set aside in order to build
a community hospital.

- A bike lane is not a hospital.
- Recreational lane.

And neither is a swimming pool,
but the same principle applies.

Not it's used solely for recreational
purposes, which a hospital clearly is not.

- Rebuttal, Counselor?
- Well, I'd say...

Yes. Yes, state of Maine
verses Brewster,

where a recreational lane took
precedence over a waterfront mall.

Mr. Amos?

But it was remanded
to a lower court.

Where it was upheld...
Six to two.

All right. Quiet, please.

Good work, Counselors.

I will take your arguments
under consideration,

and will rule on the matter shortly.

Quite a performance, Counselor.

Back atcha, Counselor.

Will I be seeing you at the
Bar Association dinner tonight?

I haven't decided yet.

Come on, you have to go.
Bring your boyfriend.

He can't make it.

That doesn't mean you can't go.
It is great for networking.

I head up a committee that does
pro bono work for returning vets,

and we could really use
somebody like you.

What?

You... you just surprised me,
that's all.

I got as many good surprises
as I do bad puns.

Yeah, me neither.

No.

Okay.

What did I ever do without you?

Why do they always hold these
things near Valentine's day?

It's so...
Red and white.

- Looking for bike path girl?
- Bike lane.

It's an important distinction.

And what makes you think...

Excuse me.

You came.

I did.

And you look beautiful.

Thank you.

- You clean up nicely yourself.
- Thanks.

And I feel compelled to point out
that I do have other good points.

- You do?
- I do.

I'm also a very good dancer.
Shall we?

Kristie?

Jeff?

Hey...

What are you doing here?

I could've sworn
I left you in Chicago.

I moved back
to Seattle last year.

Well, you remember
Todd Donally, right?

Right, good old Todd.

He's right over here,
do you want to come say hi?

Not remotely.
How's, Tiffany?

We, broke up.

She married one of the partners
in the firm, so...

- That's a shame.
- But you look... amazing.

Doesn't she?

Do you have a moment?

I think they're playing
our song. Is that our song?

Yes, that is our song.

Since when does
Kristie Simmons dance?

Since she found
the right partner.

- You okay?
- Yeah.

That was weird, right?

I had something like that happen.

I've been to Australia
exactly once in my life,

for a three-day conference in Sydney
last year, and I ran into Julia twice.

Were you okay?

Oh, yeah.
Yeah, as far as I'm concerned,

I got the better end
of the deal getting Simon.

I think so, too.

Okay, so, my spies in the
Seattle attorney scene tell me

that Jeff is with
Harrison, Biddle, and Smith,

which means he has a bright
future in tax litigation.

I can't believe I let that guy
have so much power over me.

I mean, that guy
broke my heart?

Was it me, or was he wearing
a lot of Cologne?

Rolled off him like a fog.

Okay, so he's still hovering.

You want me to give you two space
so you can tell him everything

you've been dreaming about
saying these last...?

Two years?
No. Don't you dare.

This is perfect.

Yeah? There's no
emotional hangover?

Anything like that?

No. No, there's
no emotional anything.

I feel so much lighter.
It's like I'm free.

Good.

- Your date's not happy, though.
- I don't have a date.

Does she know that?

Yes, she does.

Any interest in me
is strictly business.

No, no, Ms. Simmons,
the man you see in front of you

- is 100% date-free.
- I find that very hard to believe.

Right?

But there is one woman,
who's smart and funny...

Keeps me on my toes.

- Really?
- Definitely.

And I send her a million hints,

and she just keeps
shooting me down.

Well, she must have her reasons.

Maybe.

I should go.

Thank you.

- For tonight.
- Of course.

Okay.
I'm gonna...

- Good night.
- Good night.

Look what I got.
And... red roses.

Again.

Well, this is next-level.

How do you feel
about meeting him?

Well, part of me
wants to say yes

just so I can find out who it is.

The other part wants to
hide away where it's safe.

- Yeah, I get that.
- I know you do.

Big sigh.

How was tonight?

Interesting.

Revelatory.

Disconcerting.

All that in two hours?

Keith was there.
And so was Jeff.

Holy smokes.
This calls for chocolate.

Hey, where's Gidge?

Gidget?

Gidget...

Gidge!

That little Houdini.

Hey. What's going on?

- Hi. Is Gidget here?
- Gidget? No.

She's missing.
I've looked everywhere.

I thought maybe she came here
to be with Simon.

Now that you mention it,

I haven't seen Simon
since I got home.

Simon!

Gidget!

Simon!

Simon!

Gidge!

Simon!

Gidget!

Where could they have gone?

The Beach.

Gidget!

Come here, girl!

Come on, Gidge!

Simon!

It's so dark.

- Do you hear anything?
- No.

Wait...

Sorry about this.

Bill warned me
she's an escape artist.

Wait, wait.
I think I hear something.

Gidget?

Gidget!

- Simon, come here, boy!
- Come on! Come here!

Come on, Simon!
Come on, Simon!

Gidge!

Come on, boy,
come on, Simon!

Gidget!

Come on, Simon!
Come on, buddy, come on!

Yeah, good boy.
Come here, Simon.

Good girl.

All right, buddy, come on.

I'm going to text my mom that we found
her before she calls half the Town.

It's so beautiful here.

More of the non-grindstone world.

This is one of my favorite views.

Although, it'll all be gone
if the developers get their way.

Condos as far
as the eye can see.

That would be awful.

Well, at least you don't need
to be here to worry about it.

You'd be surprised how quickly a
person can get attached when it's right.

I don't know,
you seem like the kind of guy

who adjusts well
to wherever you go.

You'll probably forget about us
your first day back to city life.

What if I don't?

- Don't what?
- Go back to city life.

Wait...

Are you thinking
about staying here?

- I haven't figured it out yet.
- What about your career?

Don't get me wrong,
I love it here,

but I'm not trying to climb
any sort of corporate ladder.

My career has eaten up so
much of my life at this point,

but right now,
sitting here with you,

I can't imagine why.

It's late. We should go.

Must be the lifeguard.

Kristie!

Mom?

Thank goodness.

Hi!

Keith Amos, this is
my mother, Barb Simmons.

Mom, this is Keith.
And Simon.

Well, it's very nice to meet you.
I've heard so much about you.

I am terrified now.
For me, not Simon.

He always gets good reviews,
tonight's little caper notwithstanding.

Not to worry.

I can make up my own mind
about people.

No, I mean, I haven't
said that much.

- Do you want me to remind you?
- No need.

Well, it's very nice
to meet you, Keith.

Come on.

Come on.
Come on, Simon, let's go.

Keith, thank you.
For everything.

You're welcome.

Okay...

What a long night.

Well, you got to spend more time
with Keith, and that's a good thing.

What? No.
No, he's the enemy.

You were standing awfully close
to the enemy when I pulled up.

You saw that?

I'm your mother.
I see everything.

You're going
to have to talk to Bill.

Nothing happened.

That's not why you need to
talk to him, and you know it.

I made a decision, too.

I'm going to meet
my secret admirer.

What harm can come, right?
It's just a date.

Exactly.

So why do I feel so guilty?

Mom...

You know dad would've
wanted you to be happy.

I am happy.

With the cafe, with my friends,
and you.

I know.

I know, but now you have a chance
at a different kind of happy.

Who knows if anything
would even come of it, right?

It's probably just Stan Gumpski,

wanting me for his next
pyramid scheme.

Or maybe
he's a really nice guy.

Wouldn't that be something.

Okay, Simon, let's go.
Come on...

And I couldn't believe that Jeff tried to
invite me to his table to see his friends.

I've never been so happy to
see Keith Amos in my life.

So Keith was there?

Well, yeah, along with a
couple hundred other lawyers.

But, you and Keith,
you saw each other.

Did you...
Dance together?

Yeah, just as a way
to deal with Jeff.

But that does bring up a point
I want to talk to you about.

You're...

- You're blushing.
- What?

Your cheeks, they're all red,
and you're, like, nervous.

No, no...

See, the thing is...

- You like him. Keith.
- No, it's not about that.

- It's okay.
- It isn't.

No, actually...

Actually, it is okay.

Wait, are... are you
about to break up with me?

Weren't you just
about to do the same to me?

Yeah... I guess I was.

The thing is, I...

I should have been jealous
about you and Keith.

Nothing happened...

I believe you, I do,
but still...

You weren't jealous.

You know, Kris, I think I just
had all these, like, expectations

about what our relationship
should be

that I never really noticed
they weren't there.

But lately, it's been kind
of obvious, don't you think?

Look, I know that Valentine's
is just a couple days away.

We could wait until after,
if you want.

- You know, fake it for the holidays.
- Do you want to do that?

No. Do you?

No.

I almost forgot, one more thing.

Margie is coming back a couple
days early to pick up Gidget.

- How early?
- The 14th.

Bear claw?

Yeah.

- Hey, Barb.
- Hey, Keith.

And how is Daniel doing today?

I had a nice 20-mile bike ride this
morning, so I'm feeling pretty good.

20 miles?
Good grief.

Yeah, you should try it sometime.

Thanks, I'll stick to jogging.

Well, that's why
you don't understand

why we're fighting the Town
board so hard to get our lane.

It really means a lot, doesn't it?

Well, we're a small
community, Keith,

and small things here tend to
seem bigger from our perspective.

When I was growing up nearby, my
parents once spent an entire summer

fighting to have traffic lights
installed at a busy intersection

to make it safer.

I had forgotten about that.

Well...

- Hey, how did it go?
- He went first.

It turns out pretty much everyone knew
we shouldn't be dating, including Bill.

He's a good man, and someday, the
right woman is going to find him.

And someday,
the right man will find you,

who will make
your heart flutter.

Bill and I just broke up
an hour ago.

I didn't say anything.

You have very expressive eyes.

So...?

So he doesn't live here
and his career is in Seattle.

Oh, sweetie, people
change plans all the time.

Well, speaking of plans...
Are you ready to begin?

Just how much prep time
do you think I require?

Let me see if Amy needs me.

- Hi.
- Hello.

- Where's Simon?
- Doggie day care.

It's a great place,
you should check it out.

Well... Gidget's foster
mom is coming back early, so...

You know, I used to think
that having a dog

would too big
of a responsibility.

I was a single guy with a busy career,
and then Simon fell into my lap,

with his big brown eyes and
undeniable charm, and voila.

What I'm saying is, if you really
want something, there's always a way.

Don't.

Let's just get started.

What do you think?

You look beautiful.

I'm so proud of you
for doing this.

I'm scared to death.

It's such a big unknown.

It's about to be known.

Your turn next.

One step at a time, lady.

Perfect.

Just please don't let it be
Stan Gumpski.

- Hello.
- Dan?

I hope you like champagne.

I do.

Good.

Dan...

- They make a cute couple.
- Hey, what are you doing here?

I wanted to see
how it was going.

Dan was so nervous,
the poor guy.

Wait, you knew?

Did you help?

I may have made a few
suggestions here and there.

He's liked your mom for so long,

but he didn't know if she would be
willing to go out with anyone at all,

- so I suggested...
- Secret admirer.

So he could test the waters.

Plus, it's crazy romantic,
don't you think?

To surprises.

To surprises.

Come on, let's give
these kids some space.

Okay.

I'm fine. I'm fine...

Dan Gibbons.
Who knew he was so romantic?

Just when you think you've
got someone all figured out.

You wouldn't happen to be talking
about Dan's accomplice, now, would you?

No, no, no, no, we are focusing
on you and your amazing night.

It really was.

I haven't felt like that in a long time.

Aw, so I take it there's
going to be a second date?

We're going to drive to Seattle
to see the "Holiday Inn" revival.

Turns out Dan likes
old musicals as much as I do.

- Go, Dan.
- Hey, and thank Keith for me.

Sometimes, all it takes
is a little nudge.

Subtle.

There you are.

Hey, what a surprise.

- You've been ignoring my calls.
- I've been swamped.

Our favorite bike lane case
is coming to a close.

Finally.

I need your attention
on a new matter.

Remember I told you about
a property our firm represents?

Well, it's right here in Bradley
Beach, right along the water.

- The Pittman property?
- You know it?

It's an amazing piece of land.

And our new client,
Maxon Securities, now owns it.

They want to create a gated,
high-end development.

- Condos.
- Very lucrative condos.

We're fairly certain the board will
zone it our way, with your help.

I don't know about that.
I'm still pretty new here.

Yes, well, they asked
for you specifically.

You're a local boy made good,

and they're hungry
for the tax base.

With your guidance,
we can fast-track it.

Keith...

This could be the chance
you've been working for.

Whatever it is that's
making you hesitate, stop it.

Opportunities like this are rare.

I think it's bold you ended things
with Bill before Valentine's day.

You could come with me
and my cousins.

The Goodman Club is having this singles
dance to celebrate the holiday, and...

I just got depressed by
the end of that sentence.

Thanks, but my mom has her annual
valentines party that night.

You don't mind
if I still use Bill as a vet, right?

I mean, I could take Mr. Whiskers

to Valley Pine, but...

No, no, of course, you'll still
use Bill, he's a great vet.

And he's a great guy,
he's just not... my great guy.

Kristie Simmons' office.

Yes.
Of course.

Judge Mays has called session in
for tomorrow morning.

Good morning.

We are here in the matter
of the shore bike Club

versus the Town
of Bradley Beach.

Counselor, you requested
this special session?

Yes, your honor.

In the matter of creating
the recreational bike lane,

the Town of Bradley Beach wishes to retract
its objections to the plaintiff's suit,

and concedes the argument
to the plaintiff.

Didn't expect that.
Okay then.

Judgment is rendered
in favor of the plaintiff.

The Town will complete a plan
for the recreational lanes in question

to be submitted to me within
60 days. Court is adjourned.

Oh, my gosh!
We won.

It was tough, but we did it.

Hey...

Hey.

How did that happen?

The board called me in
for an update,

I told them what I thought
their chances were,

and they got the message.

That must have been
some message.

I calls 'em like I sees 'em.

We're all heading over to my
place for a little celebration,

so maybe if you want to join...

That sounds nice, I'd love that.

...and remind everyone we still have
the Pittman property to deal with.

Let's just celebrate
this victory for now.

I agree.

Mom, you didn't
have to make all this.

You have your Valentine's
celebration in three days.

Honey, you know perfectly well
that when I'm happy, I cook.

It's in my DNA.

Why don't you go
soak up the accolades?

Hello. This is Keith.

Yeah, hold on. Hold on a sec.

Sorry, we're just celebrating

the end of the famous
recreational lane case.

- We conceded, by the way.
- Really?

The winning side
usually celebrates.

I'm celebrating with them.

Along with the plaintiff's
attorney, I'll bet.

She's good at her job.

Yes, I'm sure
that's the attraction.

Now, have you spoken
with the board yet?

From what I hear,

Councilman Snyder is the one
member you have to persuade.

The others typically
follow his lead.

No, I...

I've got to run.
I'll call you back.

Keith? Keith!

- Everything okay?
- Everything's roses.

Hey, I got an idea.

Why don't you and I go out to
celebrate your illustrious victory?

- You and I?
- Yeah, it's an old legal tradition.

Two former adversaries get
together and smoke a peace pipe.

Any refusal will be appealed
to the state supreme court.

So...

Sounds good.

- Was that an affirmative response?
- I think it was.

I almost don't know what to do
with that, it feels so foreign.

I can say "no" if you'd rather.

- No, no.
- No?

I mean, yes!

Say "yes", and I will learn to
deal with the lack of opposition.

So...

Is it finally a date?

This is finally a date.

Michael...

Yeah, a little scoop
for "The Telegram".

Well, I have it
on good authority that...

Well, Keith Amos, in fact...

That the board is going to side with
the developers on the Pittman property.

Absolutely.
You can take it to print.

Okay...

Well, I am happy to report that
Mr. Whiskers' teeth are in great shape.

Sadly, that is
the highlight of my day.

I am, however, going
to recommend some new food

to help him lose
a couple extra pounds.

Got any suggestions for me?

What are you talking about?
You look great.

I mean, not-not-not that I...
Have been looking...

I mean, I have,
as a human, standing in...

I can see that you're,
you know...

- You're blushing.
- Am I?

It's cute.

I mean, I'm not...
I'm not calling you cute!

Of course.

I mean, you are...
Empirically... cute.

Thank you.

Okay.

Bye.

Hello?

Do you prefer Italian...
California fusion, or Sushi?

Italian.
Always Italian.

And Valentino's it is.
For tonight.

But I think, to be fair we should try
all the other restaurants

before we come
to our ultimate decision

on which is the best
in Bradley Beach.

And then we move on to the other
areas, and then to the state.

And then we expand beyond that.

I like that plan.
See you soon.

I look forward to it.

Me too.

Hello?

Hey, Dan, you got a sec?

Sure. What's up?

I wanted your advice on maybe
getting a place that's a little more...

Long-term.

We'll send the depositions
tomorrow, overnight them.

And you may as well tell me
what's on your mind,

because I'm going to get it
out of you one way or another.

How... broken up
are you and Bill?

Very. Why?

Well, it's just...
Yeah... is that...

- It's a funny story.
- Okay.

Is, um... I was, um...

- Hey!
- Hey.

- Bear claw.
- The best.

- Hey.
- Hi.

So... okay.

I have no explanation.

It was like a... Like a...

A lightning bolt out of the blue,

in seriously the least
romantic place imaginable,

and for the record, nothing
happened. Zero. Zilch. Nada.

- But you'd like for it to.
- What?

- No.
- I mean...

Only if you're...

Okay with it.

I could not be
more okay with it.

- Really.
- Really?

In fact, it's probably
a good time for me to admit

that Keith and I...

Keith Amos is the worst!
He's siding with the developers.

What is it?

Hey, come on in.

I thought I was the one
picking you up.

What's going on?

Hold on.

That makes us adversaries.
Again.

I haven't given the board
my recommendation.

Then how did it get in the paper?

I don't know, maybe
Laura jumped the gun...

Because she knew
that was the plan, right?

There is no plan, Kristie.
I haven't come to a conclusion yet.

Keith, there's only one conclusion,
I thought you understood that.

I thought you understood
this place. I thought...

And for the sake of complete
clarity, the date is off.

Tonight and all future nights.

Kristie...

Hey...

I know, boy, I'm sorry.
I feel the same way.

Looks like
I'm going to have to do more

than talk my way outta this one.

Not today, girl.
Different direction.

Come here, Simon, come on.

You see, Gidge, this is what happens
when I let go of expectations.

I get hurt.

You know why we have
expectations.

Because we have the experience
that allows us to anticipate results.

So, you know, let's say, for
instance, you have your heart broken

by a particularly handsome
breed of dog.

Well, then, you should expect
to have the exact same heartbreak

when you are stupid enough to fall
for the same breed of handsome dog.

I mean, definition of insanity,
am I right? So right...

Ms. Simmons?
Councilman Snyder.

I was just working on a...
a speech to a jury.

Helps to practice
in front of an audience.

How can I help you?

Well, as you may be aware,

we're in the middle
of making a decision right now

on whether or not to approve a plan
to develop the Pittman property.

The paper said that had been decided.

No, no, we're close, but we're still in the
information gathering part of the equation.

You should know that the board was
very impressed with the way you...

Now, how did Carter put it?

Took us to the woodshed
over the bike lane lawsuit.

Now, I understand you may have an
opinion or two about the Pittman matter?

You bet I do.

Good.
We're meeting later tonight.

I'd really love
to hear your thoughts.

Tonight?

Yeah, I'm sorry
about the late notice.

We only just had your name
presented to us.

- Presented? By whom?
- Keith Amos.

Hi.

Hi.

Meg, come on in, I have that
paperwork for you to sign.

He's not here.

Where is he?

Since he quit the firm,
it's really none of my business.

- Keith quit?
- He didn't tell you?

No.

We haven't spoken
in the last couple days.

That makes two of us.

Look, I'm not sure
what I'm supposed to do here.

Well, you'd better be prepared

to give your perspective on the
Pittman project, because I am.

Come on, Keith,
pick up, pick up, pick up...

Hey, this is Keith, leave a message.
And I'll get back to you soon...

Hi, Bill.

Hey. Listen, Margie is back in Town,
and she wanted to pick up Gidget.

Do you think you could
bring her by tonight?

And I'd also like to thank
the council for this opportunity.

Sorry I'm late.

It took a lot longer to get all
these people together than I thought.

What kind of stunt is this?

It's not a stunt. It's just citizens
being concerned about their community.

Keith, what's going on?

We're going to present
our case to the board.

No, no, no, no.

I just found out about this,
I am not prepared.

This is an anxiety dream
come to life...

You are prepared, Kristie.

Trust me, and just
let it be what it'll be.

Ladies and gentlemen
of the board, thank you

for giving us this opportunity
on such short notice

to present our case

against the development
of the Pittman property.

Well, you certainly
have us intrigued, Mr. Amos.

However, it is Valentine's day,

and some of us do have
places to be.

I understand,
councilman Snyder,

and you will be out of here and off
with Mrs. Snyder in under 10 minutes.

Now, as your former Town attorney,
it was my job to present you

with the various hurdles
you'd have to overcome

in order
to fast-track authorization.

Environmental impact studies,

separate zoning variances for
water, sewage, and electricity.

Fire, police, and emergency
medical impact studies,

which would take
around five to seven years,

not counting community resistance,
and various... lawsuits,

all of which would cost this Town
more than the projected revenue

from the development itself.

Here's copies for everyone.

Now, all of this, it's just data.

What really matters here
are the people,

and how this proposed development
would impact them, and for that,

I give you miss Kristie Simmons.

Just speak from your heart,
tell them how you feel.

You got this.

Hello.

Keith...

Mr. Amos... Mentioned all of the
operational and logistical reasons

to oppose this development,

but I think that can be said
about most every development.

Why this Beach
is so important to save

is what I would like to speak to.

My mom once said

the unofficial motto for this Town
should be "there's more to life",

because that's what this
community brings to each of us,

the perspective
on what's really important.

And that Beach is the heart of
this community, it's in our name.

Mrs. Pittman kept the land like it is
because she loved this Town,

but nobody expected a nature
preserve to develop from the Beach,

and yet, somehow,
that's what happened,

and now,
the beauty of that preserve

is what draws people to this place,
and what keeps them here.

And if we lose that...

For what, condos?

...we lose the very heart
of who we are as a community,

and I believe
we're better than that.

I hope you do, too.

Thank you.

I move to accept
Mr. Amos' recommendations

and to table all discussions on
the proposal for the time being.

All those in favor?

Motion carried.

I am so proud of you, honey!

Gidget!

It's okay, girl. It's okay.

Where's Margie?

She had to go home,
but I can take Gidget to her.

She passes on her thanks.

Here's the deal, Bill.
I can't say goodbye to Gidget.

She's mine,
and I'm sure Margie

is an amazing, generous
foster mom, but like I said...

Gidget's mine.

I already told Margie
that you'd be a failed foster.

Or in your case,
a failed foster foster.

- You did?
- I did.

Look, we may not have been
a great couple, Kris,

but we were always good friends,
and good friends notice these things.

Gidget's been yours
since the first paw-shake.

- You're a pretty good guy, Bill Nolan.
- I am, right?

And in case
you were curious,

Delia is at my mom's cafe
right now

for the Valentine's celebration.

I don't know if maybe...
You wanted to stop by.

Good friends
notice these things.

Well, I might
have to make an appearance.

- See you there?
- Yeah.

I just have to check
on one thing.

Sounds good.

What now?

- Hey.
- Hey.

You look...

Did you help
with all the decorations?

Yeah, it's...

- Kind of my thing.
- It's a good thing.

You know, the Goodman Club has a...

A...

- Valentine's day dance?
- Yes.

Would you maybe...

- Yes.
- Okay.

Shall we?

I'll get...
We shall. Okay.

I just don't believe Keith would
leave without saying goodbye.

Keith hasn't left.

But there's a "for lease"
sign at his house.

Yeah, that's because we got
him a more long-term rental.

He was even thinking
about buying.

Well, then where is he?

Excuse me, hi. Is there
a Kristie Simmons here?

Yeah, that's me.
Thanks.

"Simon is waiting
for his Valentine".

Waiting where?

Come on, Gidget.

Okay...

Let's go find them.
Let's go find them...

Come on!

Okay, go get.

Sorry I ran off after the decision,
but I had a lot of work to do.

You certainly did.

Yeah, I had to make
our first date memorable.

Mission accomplished.

I don't know
how you top this.

Well, I've got plenty of time
to think of something

now that I'm unemployed.

No, not so fast, Counselor.

There's a rumor going around

that the Town board wants
to put in more parking meters.

Heathens.

And if they do, I'm going
to need reinforcements.

For that, and any other schemes
that come their way.

Counselor, did you just
offer me a job?

No, Counselor,
I can't afford that,

but maybe...

- A partnership?
- Are the benefits good?

Well, great views
away from the grindstone,

lots of play dates for the pups,

and a considerable amount of...