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[soft beat]

[door opens]

Hi! I'm Megan.

[whispered] Oh! Thank God!

Oh! Ufa!

I didn't know who someone else to turn to.

Susan recommended you.

Megan: I saw This before.

Let me guess. Neighbors the cat entered?

Yes, and the dog still chasing.

And I forgot about the cookies.

How much time?

Fifty-five minutes.

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My daughter is looking forward to it for weeks.

But they said that You are the best

and you can solve some problem.

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IT'S OK.

You mentioned that it is a cookie decorating party

for fifteen, correct?

Yes. She invited her friends and the entire hockey team.

Is it true that you saved the whole Tulip Festival

without tulips?

Yes.

Like?

Crepe paper tulips, thousands.

This is great!

Do we need to delay?

We will not.

Let's bake.

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Not bad for one crush and bake work.

Looks better than before.

You saved me.

[bell rings]

You're welcome stay.

Thank you, but I have to rescue a Christmas party.

[cell phone rings]

Hi guys. In between

[children talking animatedly]

Christmas to hire.

I'll see you in ten.

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[the church bells toll]

[music disappears]

The decorations must be modest,

not that we can pay too much anyway.

Love the challenge.

We really need to get it right our goal this year.

Otherwise...

You bring donors.

I will bring the dazzle.

I would like to have your optimism.

Let's go. This goes to be the best holiday ever.

[Sigh]

Can't you see that?

Surprise me.

DIY winter dream.

Let's put hand cut paper trees along the wall like a forest.

Ooh! House made centerpieces,

and children and their mentors can help

with decorations like fun craft activities.

How much?

It's all DIY, Do it yourself.

So paper and things I already have.

You said that last year.

Oh come on.

You help me all the time.

I wouldn't see you in another way.

What?

Do not.

It took us a year to schedule tennis.

Jen. Donating my skills to charities during the holidays

makes me feel like I'm helping people

when they need It is the most.

So, let me be good and thankful.

All about you always.

I am the worst.

Thanks for taking I eat your friend.

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Mm.

IT'S OK.

[laugh]

You are bringing a date for the fundraiser?

I am ninety-nine urgencies.

A date is not one.

You have a week to get one.

Any hot encounter on the horizon?

I barely have time to finish my blog,

let alone try finds someone.

Have dating applications!

You can slide at the red light.

That is not safe or legal.

You know what I mean.

I'll think about it.

Or you could just get out of there.

i appreciate your concern.

But the perfect guy? Even if I found the smartest,

handsome and successful guy, I I still wouldn't have enough time.

[beat]

Oh, oh, ah!

Are you alright?

Uh, what was that thing you were you just saying, friend?

Watch out. -Thanks.

I'm so sorry.

Yes, you, one, one, hit me.

Can I get you something?

Your phone number?

[weak laugh]

I was thinking like an ice pack.

Hi do I know you somewhere?

Yes, at the door.

Hilarious. Listen, this is mine the clumsy friend Megan.

Hi.

Megan, this is Chase, human door stop.

It's good for beat you.

It's good to be hit.

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We'll see later, boy.

Chase was a great brother for many years.

He is also the oldest studio manager

for Bradley Interior Designs.

Oh, that Chase!

I think I read your review once.

Oh? Which one?

I, I just leafed through an article.

Megan decorates store monitors.

It is also very popular Christmas helper for rent.

You two should totally shop talk.

You know, find yourself, have fun, like normal people.

Sorry, but I have to do some Christmas shopping for a customer.

Are you alright?

Well, it would be better if you take a drink with me sometime.

I would love to hear about your work.

I'm kind of busy.

Until when?

Next year. Excuse me.

There!

I'm literally booked until the next year.

IT'S OK. Give me your number

and maybe I will see if I take some time to open.

I hope for that, Megan.

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You will see if something opens?

What are you, a Michelin star restaurant?

Here we go.

He's handsome, stylish, smart, successful ...

Yes Yes Yes.

Stop using your calendar like armor!

I'm too late.

What if I hired you a date?

Bye, Jen.

[to mock]

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No, Jen. You can't hire me

find a charming hot man with a yacht.

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Where is she?

She will be here any second.

She just took a wrong turn.

I hear. Meghan Schrader is the best.

I can't think of one best consultant

to help us preach this pitch.

David will want invest in a dozen stores.

The Christmas tree is not decorated on the front.

Okay, this? This looks bad.

Someone is coming for this.

Listen why not do you take a break

Go outside for a walk, relax a little.

I have this one.

I'll wait David here.

IT'S OK.

You're right.

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[door clink]

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Hi. I was contacted by Mike to decorate a tree.

I'm Megan Miller, Christmas helper for rent.

Let me get it. I can take your coat though.

Oh thank you.

Just a moment.

Thanks.

[leaving steps]

Hm.

[door opens with traffic sounds]

Kurt: You are mine Christmas miracle?

Excuse me?

'Because I I need a wow.

I will try my best.

Best? Not!

Let me ask you again.

You are in love about this?

Oh I'm in love about any work I do.

Ah, K.

We will make it done today?

I'm with you.

Great.

Well, you should be Megan.

The one and only.

I'm Kurt. Is a pleasure to finally meet you.

I just heard Boas COISAS.

Oh! Thank you.

Crepe paper tulips, by the way.

Mike was saying something about, um ...

Uh, yes. Him, he is coming.

Um, before we start however, you should know

what kind, a lot of it is riding on me personally.

IT'S OK.

I, I ruined the last presentation.

I was not bold enough.

Me, I was not impressed.

So I need you to grow up.

How big?

Do you like weight?

Keep it light, but just, you you know, I need you to shine.

Oh I understood. Glitz!

Are you alright hands, Kurt.

[big sigh]

I'm so relieved that you are here.

You are stretching or something?

I've heard my share of investment pitches

so it better be good.

Heh heh.

Hey Kurt sorry I'm a little early.

I hope everything is alright.

David, from course!

Uh, you have heard of Megan?

And your, uh, your reputation to solve problems. Hi.

I have to get my grandson so let's get straight to the point.

Megan, what's the first thing would you do?

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Well, um, you don't will you give me a style?

Sometime this year, please.

Well, the first problem is that we there's an entire committee here

to handle a single task.

Excuse me?

And second, you can't have that kind of attitude

when we are trying celebrate the time of joy.

What does this have to do with anything?

All!

Look, we're going go from top to bottom.

The top determines the style of everything.

It's the personality and the heart.

Is it elegant?

Lovely cheese?

Nostalgic?

Come on guys!

A child can do this.

And you, you will be the curator, the creator,

and the decorator, all in one.

Personality has no right answer, guys,

as long as you come from heart.

So when people pass by and see the magic of christmas

and be totally attracted to him ...

and buy things too.

I agree.

You are missing one own brand, Kurt.

Store brand?

David: A personality.

Spicing up your store more Magical christmas

would separate you from the big retailers,

attract more pedestrian traffic.

I'm always hearing about like these millennials

want experiences for your kids, right.

Where does a product come from, whether it is done ethically?

All that brand identity, blah blah blah.

It could be you, Kurt, the blah!

I want to see the decorated shop with more personality.

Hey, David, I think we should talk about it.

No. Your pitch was total snoozer before you hear that.

I'm excited about this investment now.

This is not really a part of our proposal.

I work through it, and only through it.

She understood!

Presentation on end of the week.

[snap your finger]

End of week for decorate a tree?

[door opens]

No, a strategy for developing more pedestrian traffic

for future stores.

Not you take my briefing?

I'm so sorry. I'm late.

Got me wrong driving directions.

Where's David?

Who are you?

I'm Meghan Schrader, the marketing consultant.

And who are you?

Megan Miller.

She is here to decorate the tree.

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Oh no!

Why do not you say anything?

I thought you were talking about decorating a tree.

[Sigh]

Why do not you Say something?

I thought you were talking about metaphors.

Oh, I’m not poetic.

IT'S OK. I'm so sorry.

We can just send her far to put things

while we do damage control here?

David said he will only deal with it.

Tell him that there is a mess.

You know how who will look for us?

I will not let tree lady here

negotiate our last chance to open more stores.

My name is Megan.

I'm so sorry. You did negotiations before?

Oh, I succeed negotiated

returning a used one deodorant stick once.

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Not!

Look, I don't this way too,

but we are stuck with her, Kurt.

Someone will ask me if i want to do this?

Sure, you will Knife. We will pay.

I have customers.

Who, teachers?

Look, I'm so sorry situation is happening

but I’m pretty sure I’m the only professional

that appeared on schedule today.

I'm not working with her.

Maybe, maybe you work together?

Both: No.

Or get rid her or I walk.

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Hey, any of you I know where I can get it

two hundred dreidels this time?

[traffic noise]

[door clink]

[closes]

Hey what are you doing here?

Cold help i clear my head.

Hey, look, um, when I did you get that consultant,

I was just trying to help. Excuse me.

I think we need take this Megan back.

Consultant Meghan or Megan tree?

Tree lady.

Nah, we can manage without her.

Kurt, there is no other investment opportunities

on the table now.

David doesn't the right fit.

We need more stores to compete.

I want to do this right.

It just needs to be the expensive for trading

and presentations.

It's ridiculous!

No. You are being ridiculous.

Look, we're talking about it for years,

and now you go let our best chance

go out that door because you Aren't you going to hire a cheerleader?

Kurt you are my best friend and i love you,

but you have to do it. Please.

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Hi Mom. It's me.

I'll take the train on Christmas eve

again this year.

I've been busy helping people while on vacation,

as always.

I have so many stories to tell you.

Anyway I love you and I I can't wait to see you and Josh.

[shutdown signal]

[sewing machine starts]

[phone rings]

[sewing machine for]

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[machine makes noise]

[phone rings]

[machine stops]

What's wrong with this guy?

[machine makes noise]

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[trunk closing]

[phone ring]

Christmas to rent.

Hey, Megan, it's Kurt of trinkets and toys.

I thought I blocked your number.

Calling from the store.

Did you receive my texts?

All seventeen of them.

Fabulous.

We would like you to be the point person for our negotiations.

No thank you.

We will make it up to you.

Look I have more important things to do

than be yours personal cheerleader.

That are?

Good luck with Your store.

Uh, Megan, we need your talents.

Uh, we need your instincts, your passion for ornate vegetation.

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Where do you want this, 'Raoul'?

British accent: you can find me a three meter santa

less than twenty minutes, please?

Cheerio.

How much?

I can't just drop what I'm working for you.

But you just did.

You know what I mean.

Look, I have customers who most need me now.

Everyone has a price.

These customers are charities I donate free chores to.

Five million dollars.

And five thousand more if you close the deal.

[clears his throat]

Is that a yes?

It is not a no.

Merry Christmas.

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So, have you called Chase yet?

OK, what's going on?

A year ago since Mark.

And I'm finally back at my feet.

Look, things are going well, and I don't want to mess this up.

You do not want find your person?

Seriously sick stop pushing

if you tell me that I prefer to be single.

I dont 'want to say...

Why Chase Like me?

Are you kidding me?

Mark was not the only one.

You deserve to be happy.

Yes one day.

Not today!

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You are not wrong.

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[beat]

(sighs) Jen!

I have a ribbon this again.

It's completely broken!

We have to buy a new one.

I can not.

Well, you should.

The county cut its budget for next year.

We are fifteen more thousand in the red already.

Why not you tell me?

We need this to be the best donation campaign ever ...

or let's hang up.

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Text Chase!

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So you will wait in line for Christmas candy,

but you will not work for me.

I have some for my mom.

And you paid me an exorbitant add up to multitasking,

Hanz von Alpine.

Well, the bakery does not deliver

and i won't wait in line for an hour.

[negative breath]

Listen I don't like that too, right?

But I need you to save this expansion investment.

[mocking laughter]

You are terrible in begging.

I said please.

Well, why would you do you want it so much?

You are trying cash out or something?

[to mock]

I sell American-made toys.

I employ local artisans and workers and I pay them

and my employees far above network box stores.

OK? I'm the good guy.

But I need to expand in order to compete.

Increasing the scale reduces costs.

I want fifteen if the the deal is done.

(scoffs) No way.

IT'S OK!

Ah! You win.

And I want to continue doing charity work

while working for you.

Not!

Yes.

You are deliring.

Good!

This is a shakedown.

It is a negotiation,

what I'll do for you, apparently.

You said that it wasn't about money.

It is for a friend's charity.

Where are you going?

Deliver dog clothes.

It's for a dog crib scene for an animal shelter.

Do you know charity tasks, Kurt.

I will see you tomorrow.

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Oh don't forget the chocolate for Spanish tile.

Just finish Getting ready.

[Sigh]

Oh!

What? What happened?

I just liked it your photo.

Which photo?

Chase.

I may have done some research before our date tonight.

Search?

Oh, you know, just a few casual search ...

for some hours.

Of course, you would.

It's like searching an Amazon product.

AND?

He has good credit.

You weren't like this in college.

I'm more mature now.

Or you could just see what happens.

I could.

And maybe trust your feelings again?

This is a valid point.

Oh, he will I think I'm so scary.

Good...

You know what? Not!

I was being safe and informative.

My mother would be very proud me, and yours too.

IT'S OK.

Wait. Do you receive a notification? if you like a photo

and then immediately different after?

Just chill! And try and enjoy your date.

[sigh] OK.

[chattering buzz]

[Megan laughing softly]

I'm happy you sent a message.

Yes, well, something opened then ...

So I noticed you looking at my photos ...

and my business profile ...

and my Faces and Friends page.

I like to be informed.

I did the same.

You can never be superprepared.

I totally agree.

I read your blog.

Oh?

It `s cute.

Thanks.

You know, I could post on my own social media,

helps to give a bump.

Really? Wow!! I mean, that would be incredible.

You have a large number of followers.

Not that I knew this already, um ...

So what do you find out about me?

Well, I know you are a partner in a successful design company,

that I would love work in one day.

Really?

Yes.

Um, your customers say you it tastes impeccable,

and you seem to like babies and animals,

and you like the guitar.

Honestly it is very perfect.

Well, maybe we're just perfect for each other.

(scoffs) Nice line.

Why don't you tell me something embarrassing

isn't that just a line?

My email was hacked and I sent spam to the governor

for romantic candles.

Ooh. Boast humble. Give me some dirt.

I can't skate on the ice.

It is not embarrassing.

Why...

I went to a meeting in high school and I fell

and knocked out my front teeth.

Oh.

She saw my wounded man, shouted,

and left me on the track.

[soft laugh]

I do not have since then.

So that smile it's a scam.

No, only the part of the front teeth.

[soft laugh]

And if you?

Um, maybe I can say you on an ice skate.

Is not fair.

Mmm ...

[Megan laughs]

[door closes]

I had fun

Yes, me too.

So, ice skating?

I thought you said you were busy.

You are coming to Jenny's fundraiser?

Sure.

I look forward to seeing your decorations.

You would go be my date?

I'll see if I can fit you.

Perfect.

I'll call you with the details.

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[phone rings]

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[door clink]

[making noise]

Hey. Where can I configure?

I have to work while I help you.

Didn't Kurt tell you?

You brought a liferaft too?

Where has you went?

Busy doing a charity task.

IT'S OK. Um, I need an invoice, direct deposit information,

and why David floating in and out,

I need you to act as a consultant.

So you have something a little more impressive

than what are you wearing now?

You are the most unpleasant person I've ever met.

Well, clearly you don't I met so many people.

[Sigh]

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IT'S OK. You do not need to make a scene.

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[Sigh]

[door clink]

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[Megan screams]

David!

Hi, Kurt. -Hi.

Ah, how are you?

Megan: Which was great, uh, idea did you have?

What idea is that?

Uh ...

Hmm ...

Uh, pop-up store. -Mm-hm.

You know, Mike is going to be here and it will take you

to one of the stores our nutcracker manufacturers.

Oh, great.

Yes, uh, any minute now.

No, no. I am fine. It's cold outside.

Ah, are you sure?

Because, I mean, look, it looks good.

What are your thoughts in pop-up retail?

I heard you consulted with Swifty Search

in a recent campaign.

Oh, uh, yes.

Me and Swifty Search are the best friends.

What do you think?

Well, I, uh ...

OK, well, personally I -

She agrees with I, um,

pop-ups are great strategy, right?

I do?

I do.

She makes.

Hey.

Hey, there he is!

Hallelujah.

David, this way.

Talk to you later.

Mm-hm.

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How's it going?

[Sigh]

I'm so confused.

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[traffic noise]

She has to work for charities while she works for us.

Did you allow that?

I did not have a choice.

You are committed.

She wouldn't answer to money or flattery.

It was like playing hard with Mother Teresa.

I already like her.

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[noise]

Feel free.

I will go. Thanks.

So, I have an idea to decorate the front window screen

to make it more Christmas magical for David.

You know, we have it handled.

So why don't you focus in the presentation?

Nice. But what the plan?

When I receive a presentation script, I will send you a draft.

You know i can help you, Kurt,

if you tell me What is happening.

That's what I'm doing.

And this pop-up store?

Mike and Ashley have it handled.

They know the customers.

This is what I do, I mean, events, decorations.

Yes you can decorate the tree.

You will overpay me to be a cheerleader?

Are you willing have a cut of payment?

Look, I need Meghan, the other Meghan.

So you want me to pretend be a consultant to David

and just say what you tell me to.

And decorate the tree.

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Mm.

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Hm.

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[noise]

Just a moment, Mr Brown.

What are you doing?

Oh, do you have fake snow?

Kurt organized it all.

Well, we need increase pedestrian traffic,

to make this place more Magical Christmas, right?

Yes.

That seems attractive to you?

Look, I do it for a lifetime.

Let me help You please.

I did not see you.

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IT'S OK.

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Hm!

What are you doing?

I made some edits.

Our customers like things as they are.

That's why they keep coming year after year.

But this is completely ...

Amazing.

David!

What a surprise.

Well, my grandson Corey and I we were on our way to buy hot chocolate

and we saw that and love you totally.

Ah-ha.

Corey literally pulled me out across the street to see,

and he has a lot demanding taste.

It looks like wonderland.

Remarkable.

This is! And I am I'm glad you liked.

I'm thinking it might be a bit too much.

No, Corey doesn't think so and he is your demographic group.

Anyway great start, you two.

Megan, Megan did this.

Great start, Megan.

Anyway, I just wanted to say how anxious I am

to see what you do with the rest of the store, Champ.

What do you think boy? Want to go? Let's go.

[laughter] He called me a champion.

[door clink]

Hey!

The front screen look great!

It's like you caught the same things

and, and just did better!

I think we know who's in in charge of decorating

from now on. [laugh]

Sorry, I don't have a filter.

(laughing)

How was your meeting with Chase?

Very good.

AND?

It was nice.

He was sweet, kind, confident.

Very cool for me.

You're nice too on your own path.

Just let things happen.

Well, we would a powerful couple.

Uh, yes.

And he asked me to continue a date for your fundraiser.

What?

He will see your work and fall upside down for you!

Positive Thoughts.

What? You accidentally liked it one of Chase's pictures again?

No. It's just that guy I work for.

I have to go and meet him.

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What's wrong?

I have an idea.

How about a mailbox for Santa Claus outside the store?

That's it?

What?

Which is emergency?

What emergency?

You called me anyway down here to tell me that?

Well, I sent a message. I didn't care.

You texted in all in capitals!

I always write in capital letters. It is more efficient.

You couldn't have waited until tomorrow?

Well, you want to start when the inspiration is hot.

Furthermore, you are Always working.

What do you think?

What I think?

I think my phone will hang up at nine every day from now.

Yes but...

Knife. Not say anything.

Sh-sh!

Ah-zip-a dup!

Sh!

Good.

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A Santa Claus mailbox! What do you think?

Yes.

It's a good idea. It's a good idea. It's a good idea.

So, what's next, champion?

With you? I just edit.

In my experience,

decorations should not to look good.

They are a personal expression.

What does that mean?

Well what does Christmas means to you?

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For me, it's about spending time with my mom and cousins

at my aunt's house, playing board games

and drink eggnog until late.

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What about you?

Christmas is for me tradition, going to church,

opening gifts after midnight,

distributing dinner in the cafeteria,

and then having our own big party.

Christmas for me is just being together, uh, my brothers

and my family all in the same room and enjoying the moment,

and being grateful.

Uh, well, I think Christmas for me it's a feeling.

You know, yeah sledding down a street

who received a redefining pure white.

It's a cozy fireplace where I would sit in my pajamas,

drinking hot chocolate With my sister,

talking about which toys Santa Claus was going to bring us.

You know, it's our single mom working overtime so she could

buy the baseball glove that sat curled under the tree.

I was looking at him for weeks.

I, I knew what it was and what that meant.

Christmas for me is when everyone forgets everything

Besides being kind to each other.

It’s when adults and children believe in magic,

the same type of admiration and warmth,

you know, that child you just walk into a toy store.

I think that's why I opened the store.

I wanted to share that feeling. I never forget that.

What?

I just - I never saw it smooth side of you before.

Ok well what to do do we do with it?

Well, that gives me many ideas.

That's all we have to work?

There's more behind.

Great.

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I think she wants you to follow it.

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Excuse me.

You are not my type.

And what's yours type? Doormat?

Well, I would have I asked you to move

but you probably argue with me.

True.

I like vintage, nostalgia, Mike too.

Well well incorporate,

but we need to leave the toys speak.

Well, we need to be sure

that we can replicate in future stores.

Needs to be so special like this store.

Do you trust me?

Not at all.

Wrap as a gift.

Why?

Ah, less speaking, more wrapping.

Please.

You suck at begging.

I said please!

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I thought it was bigger when I asked.

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Thank you, Kurt. This is perfect as always.

And Lacey will love your new toy.

See you and Jim at the holiday fair.

I was wondering why you had shells in a toy store.

Costume jewelry too.

Judy comes every year to buy a new

for her mother to Christmas dinner.

They collect them. It is a tradition.

And she loves Ashley's recommendations for presentes

for your daughter.

And she wouldn't shopping in a chain of stores.

What about Christmas dog toys?

Uh, yes. [laughs]

Oh, those obviously are not for children,

but Agnes who lives around the corner

buy them for your terriers.

Look, I know my neighbors. I know the community.

I know it may sound strange but I even put items

in specific places for, uh, certain customers

so that they can find them easily.

Do you mind.

I do.

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You were right.

Ah!

Could this be the first? Admitting you are wrong?

Ladies and gentlemen, history has been made!

Why a christmas helper?

I love to solve unexpected problems

and the emotion of do that.

And the Christmas season is when people most need help

and i like to feel like I'm helping.

Why a toy store?

My mom had a store. Jewelry, stationery, gifts.

Things she loved, all of local artists.

She was a single mother, so my sister and I would go there

after school and do our homework on the counter.

First came the foreigner goods and then the big stores.

She survived long enough because of tourists passing by

but all the main Street was hurting.

She resisted long enough to retire, but ...

helping Main Street and local artists

during construction quality toys

that can achieve single mothers like mine,

shouldn't be Mutually exclusive.

We must do both.

It must be proud of you.

Yes. Yes, she is.

I had a single mother too, so I understand.

Thanks for your help today.

You're thanking me?

[laugh]

Uh, yes. Do not let goes to your head.

You are a pain.

Oh thank you.

You are a little pain though,

normal as a static shock.

Ah ok. Not even an injured toe.

Maybe like a bite on a tortilla chip with the pointed side up.

Ooh, ok. That hurts.

I have a blog and the the goal is to do it full time.

Oh!

I, I, I can carry that! Are you alright?

Yes. Oh!

Are you OK friend?

Yes.

IT'S OK.

Yes.

All right.

I, I can - you sure don't you need help?

No. You need the exercise. Um, see you later.

¶¶

[traffic noise]

¶ [lovely music] ¶

¶¶

Ah!

Mm-mm.

So last night I was curious

and I researched David's investment firm.

AND?

Looks like a strange choice.

Mm.

As well?

Well, he looks drastically change business

he invests in, and not always for the best.

Yes, but this is it is not our plan.

I made it clear to David.

What are you doing?

Just giving you space.

I will not bite.

I did not find you they would bite me.

Oh sorry.

What?

I touched your hands.

I think I'll be fine. [laughter]

[door clink]

What is so funny?

I, uh ... Chase!

What you are doing here?

You mentioned this place and I I wanted to come by and say hi.

This is so cute!

[chuckles]

I love the classic vibes.

Excuse me. Chase, this is Kurt.

Kurt, this is Chase.

Nice to meet you.

So...

What is it?

Open it.

Thanks.

Do you like it?

Yes.

Well, I don't want to disturb you.

See you on Thursday.

I didn't know you were on vinyl.

I do not have a turntable.

but it is beautiful cool huh?

¶ [Metal introduction of the theme of the nutcracker] ¶

¶¶

Direct to the North Pole.

¶¶

Yes, the store is over on Third Street. Visit.

Oh no! I'm sorry, dear.

It's gonna be okay. We can wash it. It's gonna be okay.

(whining)

Excuse me.

Here, hold my deer.

¶¶

[splash]

Oh!

(laughs)

Oh!

That was my hot cocoa, not ink.

Yes.

[music ends]

Thanks.

I really need your help with Big Little Heroes.

We don't close until nine.

Well, Ashley and Mike can deal with a lot of children.

Did you see what is it like out there?

Kurt!

You promised.

There's ink flying around, and tears streaming down.

I don't think Mike prepared for that.

Can I have my coat?

Not!

I'm here, as you asked.

Of course, I will help. I am a man of my word.

What if I send Mike?

Oh come on. The shops I won't close

because you are not there.

You need toy donations?

Really?

It's the least I can do, like your Christmas chores.

What's the catch?

Nothing.

Well, what do you want, but within reason?

Hm ...

¶ [lively music] ¶8

¶¶

¶¶

I read your blog.

AND?

I can see it really being useful for certain people.

You are trying give me a compliment?

I didn't think it was see tips I appreciate.

I thought it was going to be more tense home decor things.

I wish you were in it more.

Hm.

It's about the tips.

Yes but you are the tips.

That's how you got it on Christmas chores?

Uh, I had a miserable marketing assistant job

after college

and I had to take a side show to pay rent.

And then one day, I filled for a sick employee;

I have to decorate a store ahead and I loved it.

So I changed careers.

And then I realized that I I love finding smart ways

solve problems.

And the better I get at it,

the most complex christmas tasks I took on.

And now, the goal is do DIY blogging full time.

Well, this is great.

Mm. Nobody reads this.

Really?

There is so much competition.

I'm just another blogger.

Not that sounds like you.

What I Sounds like?

Fearless.

¶¶

Well, people make video blogs now all the time

and i'm terrible on the camera.

You tried?

Yes, and they say I didn't smile enough.

[laugh]

Well, your dryness it would be a relief.

Are you being nice?

Never.

[chuckles]

[Sigh]

Ah!

[laugh]

No, no, no!

(screaming and laughing)

Oh.

[door closes]

All it looks incredible.

You must be Kurt. I'm Jenny.

Nice to meet you.

So, you come to the fundraiser party tonight?

I, uh, haven't been invited.

I'm inviting you.

You do not need.

I insist. He helped us.

I have a lot of work to do.

Jenny: Spend an hour. Dress code is casual

but I'm asking people to rate it for fun.

See you tonight, Kurt.

Oh!

(laughter) Stop. Stop.

[shout]

¶ [sleigh bells music] ¶

You do not have that thing to go?

Oh, I will not.

Just go to half an hour.

Yes, but what if something happens here?

All right? David may appear.

Let's go. Ashley and I have everything under control.

Yes I have to get dressed you know?

And then I have to drive to there, I have to park, enter

[laugh]

Megan will really thank you for your visit.

And more, will do she feels more invested

in the presentation tomorrow.

Think of it as a willingly low.

[Sigh]

¶ [soft music] ¶

¶ [dance music] ¶

¶¶

¶¶

She's not here yet.

Looking sharp.

Thanks again for toys.

That was very generous on your part.

I can't say no to Megan.

¶¶

¶¶

Thank you.

Ever.

You two are great.

Yes, but Megan it looks even better.

I have to go rescue my husband.

Have fun, okay?

¶¶

Is this all DIY?

This is.

This is the next level, seriously.

Let's have a drink.

¶¶

So, I've been thinking.

And after seeing everything from this, of course to me.

I want you to work for me in my design studio.

Really?

Yes.

And you won't have to be a rental assistant.

Oh.

Don't you want that?

I do a lot

I can also help you, uh, professionalize your blog.

Professionalize?

Yeah, you know, uh, take a shine, make you more competitive.

You know, social media is in fact, how we generate

the highest percentage of our new customers.

You could have a thousand new followers in no time.

Great.

Yes?

I'll have my assistant, uh, reach

and we can find a good time to come and film you.

Oh, it looks good.

[glasses clink]

¶¶

So, are you ready to do the rounds?

What?

You know, mix it up, connecting, network.

Well, I thought you I wanted to come here,

you know, be a model for children and help.

Uh, absolutely.

But it's, um, also a great to serve future customers.

Let's go. I want to present you to some people.

Can you give me a second? I'm just I will change my drink.

I'm up to date -IT'S OK.

I'm really going to have this.

¶¶

¶¶

(whistles) Not bad.

Oh well you it seems acceptable.

You appeared.

Astonished?

Mm. Shocked.

You underestimate me.

Mm.

Mike sent you here?

No. I was, I was looking forward to that.

So you trusted them to hold the fort.

Wow. You should do this more often.

Where's your date?

Doing your job.

Yes, that guy chases what he can't take.

And what do you know?

Oh, I am like this.

Yes. I'm just not that cool like it though.

To say the least.

[laugh]

And if you?

Nah. No, not until mine the business is in order.

And I have a life again.

It ruined my last relationship.

Probably smart.

You are calling me smart?

Are you going to watch him from here all night?

What if I do?

God, well, you are fun.

And are you a riot?

(scoffs) me I'm a blast.

I am a blast.

You're?

Oh, yes, yes, yes.

IT'S OK. Ah ok.

¶ [Jingle Bells dance version] ¶

¶¶

You are a terrible paper model.

¶¶

¶¶

¶ [music ends] ¶

¶ [slower music starts] ¶

I think we should be good models, then.

You wouldn't dare.

I promise I will let you lead.

I will dance as badly as possible and we can tell your, uh,

meet you there danced for mercy.

¶¶

You are scared a challenge?

Not at all.

Do your worst.

Do you have health safe, right?

[laugh]

¶¶

You also have too much pace.

Okay, um ...

Ah ok.

All right.

IT'S OK.

I can step your feet more.

More.

A little more.

¶¶

I'll be right back.

Yes.

¶ [dramatic music] ¶

¶¶

¶¶

You know, I once participated an outdoor feast

hosted by the artist Marina Abramovich.

¶¶

What do you think?

Sure.

Here it is.

¶¶

[steps]

Hey!

Hey.

You left early last night.

Wanted to get some rest.

Hm.

I couldn't wait.

If well, you're done.

In this case...

It's your type.

A doormat.

[chuckles]

You needed this to the fake snow.

There is!

And, its true.

¶¶

I did it for your tree.

You know how to start from top to bottom.

Thanks.

¶¶

¶¶

What did you buy for me?

[laugh]

You should not.

Now you can be cool too.

Thanks.

David is going to be here in half an hour.

I will prepare.

¶¶

¶¶

So what do you think?

The store is excellent.

But pop-up marketing plan is pedestrian.

Won't drive pedestrian traffic

and I'm not sure that you be able to compete.

Customers will appreciate quality American toys.

Will they?

Uh, I mean, I wish that too, but I don't know

if that is the saving everything.

Yes, well, we won't know for sure until we try.

I'll have to review everything that with my accountants.

David, please ...

It's my fault.

Look, just give us up to weekend and I promise you,

you will not be disappointed.

I don't like mine wasted time.

What's the hurry?

Just give us the weekend and we go wow.

Grandpa I like this store.

All right.

Now. It better be Good. Come on, boy.

¶¶

[Sigh]

[Sigh]

¶¶

[phone rings]

[small sigh]

So what's the plan?

I have no idea.

You do not know?

I was just buying time.

We could do another promotional event.

Right!

What?

I will find that out.

¶ [thoughtful music] ¶

¶¶

I should be here, day and night, pushing.

Instead of what? Helping me?

Look, we tried Our best.

Our best is not good enough.

Where are you going?

We will clear our heads.

Or will you just stay there and pout?

I'm plotting a strategy ...

with a face.

¶¶

[crowd buzz]

Megan: What we are aren't you thinking?

Kurt: Maybe the is written on the wall.

-What this means?

-Well, maybe it's it was not meant to be.

No. I don't give up!

And I dont I think you do too.

Look, I believe you.

I believe in your store, the things you do,

helping service communities, helping with local artists.

Thanks, but that it doesn't help us now.

Yes.

And it all.

And we'll find out that out together.

¶ [children's chorus song The time has come] ¶

¶¶

¶

I challenge you.

If I win, you can't give up.

Really? -Mm-hm.

Are you afraid to lose?

Well, if I win, you make a video blog.

You? Win? Good.

Well, how do we know who wins?

Let's ask some random.

Hi.

What are you doing?

So you don't copy me.

What will you do?

You.

Same.

¶¶

[laughing]

¶¶

Are you ready?

One second.

IT'S OK.

Is that you.

Am I abstract?

[laughter]

All right. I left i see yours.

IT'S OK.

[laugh]

Uh, you won.

I make pottery at home sometimes.

So you manipulated this?

Kurt, an agreement it is a deal.

Can I see that?

Hm.

[startled sigh]

Oh Ho!

[laughter]

No, no, no!

Me, I wanted this.

Do you surrender?

Yes.

He started.

Traitor.

[laugh]

Ah, you missed a point.

There is?

Oh.

Mike may need us back to the store.

It was fun.

Watch? Everything is better when you do it yourself.

Well, you are the DIY master.

DO IT YOURSELF!

DO IT YOURSELF?

DO IT YOURSELF!

Do it yourself toy kits!

How to Build-A-Bear but different toys.

We personalize each one using locally made pieces

of your artisans!

You can go to the stores or buy a home kit.

It's a holiday family activity.

Kurt, this is huge.

People love doing the things themselves!

Let's go!

K.

(laughing)

IT'S OK. And us for

The instructions for home kits?

Oh, video blogs!

You.

Uh, you don't win the bet.

You two.

Both: No.

People love a couple.

Were not friends. We are not not a double.

Half the renovation shows are duos.

Megan, could you be the DIY expert.

And Kurt, you are the, the amateur to show

that anyone can do this, even a child.

Thanks, I think.

¶¶

So what do you think about Megan?

I do not think about Megan.

You guys seem to like it Spend time together.

We have one understanding.

Good.

Anyway, I need to get this square expansion

before i start thinking about me.

You know, she's not Cynthia, and it just wasn't meant to be.

I mean, Cynthia doesn't understand your passion,

why did you spend so much a lot of time here,

because you are paranoid about leaving the store,

even for a vacation.

Maybe things will never be completely square,

and okay, but The right person...

[laugh]

¶¶

I can't thank you enough.

Don't lose hope, Jen.

You will do the budget deficit in some way.

You and Kurt looked like you were having fun.

We were just playing.

It looked like a much more than that.

He's just another holiday show.

He gets you.

Look, I finally have my big chance with Chase.

If you say.

¶ [optimistic bluegrass] ¶

¶¶

¶¶

Good night.

Hey, Megan!

Where are you going?

Out.

All right?

Chase?

You had something did you want to ask me?

I, I need you here.

But we're done for the day.

Well, uh ...

What does he do again?

Chase has a design studio.

In fact, he just offered me a full-time show.

Well, how will you be a Christmas helper to rent?

I will not.

It will help me renew my blog, you know, polish that up.

Polish?

Mm.

All right?

This, this does not it really sounds like you.

What am I?

¶ [sincere] ¶

Genuine.

So you're saying Am I not genuine?

No, no. That is not what I, I was trying to say.

Um, it's just you you know, we have ...

I could put you in touch with people we work with

and you could, you know, do branded content for them

and they would promote your blog.

Chase will Help me out.

Thank you, however.

Have a good night.

¶¶

[door opens]

David is in store phone.

He said what he wants?

Do not.

Of course not.

Do you want me to bring it back?

Do not.

No, but call Mike.

Hi David.

Hey, Kurt. Yes, listen.

My accountant ended examining your finances

and i want to reduce your plans for store staff,

and its benefits, and to explore foreign manufacturers

for your merchandise.

And our proposal?

Well, my position changed.

Reduced overhead and lower cost per toy

will help you to compete better while business increases.

¶ [sad song] ¶

Uh, what about Corey?

He's just a kid, Kurt.

Hey, I formed this store to help local artisans and workers,

don't do your own thing it hurts them.

You have an admirable idea, but it is simply not a solid business.

We had an agreement.

David: It is not negotiable.

Kurt?

Good.

David: Smart move.

What are you doing?

We will renegotiate when he sees the DIY toy kits.

No, he won't.

You are the one who warned me about not giving in to David!

We have what we want.

At what cost, Kurt?

You said we weren't going do it just to do it.

¶¶

[traffic noise]

And so, you just glue the beard right there.

And then you can really do ...

Wait! Stop. I...

Megan: What?

I pasted my hands again.

You can not do it?

We will go again.

Uh, I think, uh, as a friend do this here,

um, we're going to move on.

And ... Look at that. O perfect holiday nutcracker,

customizable with any ink.

My name is Megan and this is Kurt with hot glue,

and this is a nutcracker kit.

And cut.

Hands with hot glue?

Mike: Two more to go.

Why didn't you cut it?

Because is lovely.

Kurt: At my expense.

Megan: Sure.

Just keep it real with him, Megan.

Well. You can come.

Guys thanks for letting me do that.

This is so much fun.

¶ [thoughtful music] ¶

¶¶

[broken glass]

I am fine Thanks.

Are you alright?

Yes.

What's wrong?

You have to convince Kurt not to to accept David's terms.

[drops of glass]

Did you agree to David's demands?

There is customers here.

You will only leave David hijacked your store?

Look, he changed the terms after we spoiled the presentation.

You didn't even ask him about DIY toy kits yet.

Does not matter.

I don't like that either, but now it’s like that.

No, it's not!

Look, we have a incredible pitch.

We can take this to other places.

This keeps us competitive in the future.

This keeps Mike and Ashley and my artisans are safe.

Oh come on.

So, all those conversations about helping small town stores

like your mother's was it just talk?

It's a business.

And I don't need talk about it with you!

I thought about you genuinely concerned.

You have no people depending on you like me.

I don't have the convenience of self-righteousness.

You have a choice, but I think it is easier to sell, however.

You know why you don't talk to Ashley or Mike

or your suppliers and ask did they take their opinion for the first time?

You know, I'm not negotiating under these terms.

Yes you are.

I am?

Yes.

Oh, or what?

You are fired.

What David Think about it?

We are so close now, he will get over it.

You know, I shared my ideas and my thoughts

and I even did one video with you.

And you will be paid.

I don't want my job go towards some dubious business.

You know it it's my store.

You are not part of it all.

You never were.

Do you know this place will never prosper

so long that you suffocate him.

You know, those videos that we made together they were so good,

but then I realized it was all just wasted effort

Why do not you go stick around.

You waltz here as you are some savior,

but you never built anything.

I built christmas to hire.

Well, you are leaving that too.

¶ [sad song] ¶

¶¶

[Sigh]

to relax.

You look phenomenal.

You do not think is this too much?

All influencers are doing this.

IT'S OK.

We can, uh, replace this with something

a little bit more appropriate?

Oh, wait, the pig doesn't!

It's not the new you.

Besides that items are sponsored.

Position yourself and hold your hands like a spider in the mirror.

And smile more.

And don't hold your hands around your ...

It is not flattering.

Can we try to smile naturally?

I'm trying.

Chase: Well, the the smile looks fake.

Because is.

Lets do this.

Hi. I'm DIY Megan and today this ...

Chase: Cut!

Hands.

Maybe try to hold in something?

Can help you relax a little.

We will go again.

Hi. I'm DIY Megan and today ...

Cut.

Hey, good first day.

I do not think this is me.

Just give a little time, okay.

We'll get you with some voice workshops, some hosting classes.

No employee of mine ever be nothing less than the best.

Employee?

You're part from my studio now.

Listen, you can do this.

Believe it.

(sighs) OK.

¶ [sentimental music] ¶

¶¶

¶¶

[blocking clicks]

¶¶

¶¶

Hey!

Hi.

I, uh, wanted drop that.

Megan wanted her fee donated to you.

Uh don't know what to say.

Well, thank her.

You know, she saved me more ways than one.

Of course she did.

She saves everyone but herself.

I heard you two had a frank exchange of words.

Yes, a fight?

You have feelings for her?

Uh ... I ... I am grateful for your help.

And I was worried that she would abandon us.

I may have removed it.

You two are perfect.

What to do You mean?

You take Megan, the real.

So don't you dare give up on her.

She deserves better.

¶¶

¶¶

Jen?

[applause]

What is it?

We wanted to thank you.

Your donation saved us.

The five thousand?

Fifteen. Besides that, someone named David

says you want to help with a donation campaign?

I understand.

Thanks for keeping this place floating.

I had an older brother who pushed me to go to college.

I was the first in my family.

These are all old little brothers.

Tiffany became a teacher because of your mentor.

[laughs]

¶¶

Megan!

What you are doing here?

Jenny told me.

So David liked it the toy kits?

I do not know.

I didn't tell him.

I asked Mike and Ashley and our suppliers

what they wanted to do.

And we went back to the bank together

and I told them about our DIY home kit.

The bank loved our pitch.

We are now officially employees and the supplier is co-owned now.

How did you get that David subscribe to the donation campaign?

Oh he likes tax reductions.

[laugh]

I, uh ... I'm sorry I didn't trust you.

I believe you.

Christmas to rent.

It is a list of suppliers who reads your blog

And they want to brand happy with you.

¶ [playful music] ¶

¶¶

Hi. I'm Megan, Christmas to rent.

You called?

My cats went crazy,

dropped some Christmas candles.

[cats howling]

I have seen This before.

how much time we have?

My future in-laws get here in an hour.

Can you help me?

I live for that.

[door closes]

You are so serious.

Thanks for everything that you did for me.

We can adjust.

I love chores and DIY kits,

do not host and worry about my follow-up.

If this is what you love, so good luck.

Thanks.

Furthermore, I really good time with you ...

You are not Feeling that?

Me too. It is likely for the best.

I would still like Be friends.

Pass by studio someday.

I will go.

¶¶

[the door opens and closes]

¶¶

[click on the keys]

¶ [soft music] ¶

¶ [soft music] ¶

Where you want this?

Ed?

You mean this?

Every word.

How to fix a heart, by Megan Miller.

Every day I solve people's problems.

But until I met Kurt, there was a problem that I could never solve:

mending my own heart instead of just running

for the next challenge.

I am not very poetic.

I was not very good in my English class.

Me me ...

It's not over.

Now that your heart is fixed, what does it say?

Say ...

that I'm sorry and for keep Christmas helping ...

and do things with you so that we they can build something together.

[laugh]

You inspire me.

You are very good.

You complement me.

I am not an accessory.

You answer for me.

You terrify me, in the good sense.

I realize the best part of I are us against the world.

I realized that if we just put two percent of our neurotic passions

to each other, which special life that would be.

Are you ready for the challenge?

Ever.

¶¶

More.

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