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We have now been selling for two years Pine Valley Farm Products -

- on my family's small farm.

Despite the trials and challenges are we still here.

It is the most wonderful time, my favorite holiday ... Christmas.

Natalie? Come on, fearless leader. The lights will be ready soon.

I come now.

The one who comes last gotta wash the dishes!

But this season is also the busiest.

Aunt Mary and Lisa make some more scented candles.

The whole house smells of pine wood and cinnamon.

Perfect for a cozy evening with the whole family in front of the fireplace.

Go away.

We'll be back at five o'clock.

Goodbye.

It's so wonderful, that Elsa, who has just turned eight -

- can celebrate Christmas with us this year.

Grandpa Carlos has been diligent like a goblin in the workshop.

Our beautiful trees turns into a toy.

- Take care of them. - Yes.

Thank you.

Get ready to eat.

It is for you.

There is something magical by family traditions.

They lead us together year after year.

We don't realize how important they are, before they disappear.

That is why it is important, no matter how hectic it gets -

- to reach all our favorite traditions.

From the little things like marshmallows in hot cocoa -

- for the big Christmas party in town and carols around the piano.

Natalie? Mr. Prentice is here. The major distributor...

If he orders a few things -

- then everything will be fine next year.

Okay, everything is clear. Show him in.

Just come in, mr. Prentice! Sit down.

Thank you for coming, Mr. Prentice.

My name is Natalie Cameron. They have met Lisa.

Yes.

I really want to know more about your farm.

Pine Valley Family Farm was founded in 1937.

They sold Christmas trees, and Aunt Marys family has owned it ever since.

A few years ago increased we the selection of fir trees -

- for candles, soap, essential oils and other products -

- made from the fir trees of Pine Valley. Everything is made here on the farm.

- Manually. - With love.

This is the collection The Heart of the Farm to -

- the opening of our wedding rooms. Carved and painted by hand.

Aunt Mary's handwriting is beautiful, isn't it?

Do you want to see the rest of the farm?

- There is the workshop... - And the grove.

- And the barn. - No, it is not necessary.

- Can 500 be done? - 500 what?

Your products, of course.

- Yes. Which product? - All of you, of course.

All of them?

I need the order before Christmas.

Of course! It's no problem at all.

Wonderful. I was so happy, when I found your blog.

- Was that where you found us? - I only buy from companies...

... run by families. It has become difficult to find.

The big companies are taking over.

But nothing beats a family, that have a common purpose.

- We're actually not... - ... not just a family.

- We are the best of friends. - My office will send the contract.

Goodbye! Drive carefully, and Merry Christmas!

- Why did you do that? - You heard what he said.

He only buys from family-run businesses.

It's not ours. We kept the name -

- because that's what the farm has always been called.

- Did he think...? - No, fearless leader.

He thinks we are family because of your blog.

It's about family, traditions and community.

I don't write, we are family. Mary was my mother's friend.

- I have always called her "aunt". - We met in high school.

I call Carlos "Grandpa" like Elsa.

That sounds sweet. It's terrible!

I didn't want to fool anyone.

You may have a guilty conscience after the Christmas holidays.

We got a big order now.

We were already busy, but we need the order -

- to be able to keep the farm next year.

Everyone must help.

Wish we had more staff.

There's my friend Dave.

Dave? Mysterious Dave from college?

The one who always makes you smile, when you say his name?

Well I don't! See for yourself ... "Dave".

- Yes, it's obvious. - He's coming to visit...

... and has said he would like to.

Maybe Aunt Mary can make some of these for you.

Stop!

There is nothing between Dave and me. We have been friends for a long time.

Then why are you smiling?

I'm ordering some materials.

And I call the newspaper regarding the article about the farm.

"This year will be Christmas something extra special."

"Next week we reveal something, but here you get a hint about what..."

"Christmas is a wonderful time for the family, but…”

"... Christmas is too the perfect season for romance.”

- Why are you showing me this blog? - We will write a series of articles...

... about family-run businesses, and this could be a good start.

- That's a nice idea. - Will you take it then?

I like stories about people.

- But I am an outreach journalist. - You haven't worked in months.

Listen, Josh. After the mistakes you made in the article -

- about the scandal at the university you need to rebuild his credibility.

I checked my sources!

Just not so good as I should have done.

I don't see how this should give me a better reputation.

It's not just your reputation, that must be rebuilt.

Ever since it happened, have you been grumpy

Even now. And I know how much you love Christmas.

I hadn't thought of it that way.

At this time of year you usually to tell -

- about your grandparents Christmas traditions on the farm. Twice.

And so do those from Pine Valley.

That would be nice to relive that time again.

To sled, to build snowmen and looking for the perfect tree.

Yes, fine.

But remember that what you write -

- must be a triple fact-checked truth.

- Of course. - I mean it.

You must document everything.

- Don't worry. - Great.

- You get one week. - I won't let you down.

Okay.

Here is soap malt with fir cones and reindeer.

Very good. When we have twice as many -

- can we cross soap off the list.

Thank you Carlos. I know, that the kitchen is not your specialty.

I got a job here when I was in trouble.

I'm happy to help when I can. As you know.

- Grandpa, I'm ready to go. - Where?

Have you forgotten, that we are going to see Santa Claus in town?

I'm sorry, Elsita, but I can't.

I have to help Natalie with the soap.

But we always see Santa, when he comes.

Then he has plenty of time to give the list for the goblins at the North Pole.

- Yes ... - It sounds like a good tradition.

You must not miss it.

- Are you sure? - Yes of course.

If you go now, you'll be at the front of the queue.

- Come on, Grandpa Carlos. - Do not worry. I'll figure it out.

In some way.

Pour the soap into the moulds.

Add essential oils to the soap.

Time to spray!

Remove the molds.

What should I do now? Now I have to...

Is it Pine Valley Family Farm? I'm looking for Lisa Jennings.

You are here to help! Wonderful!

Lisa said you were late -

- but I'm so glad, that you came earlier.

- Are you? - Of course!

I have heard about her mysterious Dave for years.

Yes Dave... It is me.

It's so nice of you to help us with our large order.

Oh yeah.

Whip and then I add the essential oils.

These for the bath soaps.

I have read ... heard a lot about Pine Valley Family Farm.

- It sounded too good to be true. - What do you mean?

You don't make your own soap.

Instead of lye, you use glycerin, which is extracted from wood ash.

You probably have a lot of that.

More slowly. We must avoid bubbles.

- No bubbles in the soap? - Not yet.

Lye is too strong. We use plant-based glycerin.

- And it comes from...? - Trees.

Palm trees, coconut trees... Did you see many of them on the way here?

Our essential oils are coming from our own sugar pines.

- Nothing else smells sweeter. - You are right.

When we are done, would you believe they are handmade.

Our products are the real thing.

- I'm starting to believe you. - Hi.

- We are back! - Well. Look who's here!

- Well... Hello. - Hi.

Lisa, don't you want to tell Dave, how happy are you to see him?

Dave? That's not Dave! Why did you think it was Dave?

- Who are you? - I tried to say that.

But it was too tempting a scoop.

Josh Sims, Southern Country Lifestyle.

Do you write about the farm?

- And the whole family, of course. - Family?

Family, yes. Of course.

Our manager gives an interview, so you can leave in an hour.

- It takes longer. - Do it?

I must know everything about you and your Christmas traditions.

- Our traditions? - Yes of course.

I read all about them on the blog.

The carols around the piano, the hot cocoa -

- the Christmas ceremony and ...

Yes, we get a lot of pressure here.

While running a business.

It's pretty incredible, that we can achieve all that.

Every minute counts, and organization is important.

We have to hold a staff meeting.

- A family meeting. - Yes, because we are one big family.

Why don't you come back tomorrow?

Then we can show you around. At one?

Cool! See you! Don't forget your scarf.

Fantastic. There is a good café down in the town.

Fantastic macchiatos. Goodbye!

Well then... I haven't seen you two -

- look so guilty since...

- ... Lisa cut my hair? - No.

When Natalie came to to steal the pumpkin bowl?

Nor. What's going on?

We should probably have a family meeting.

Yes. Come with me.

Damn.

If I understand this correctly -

- your blog makes people believe, that we are a real family.

And that was why we got Prentice's big order.

Now the journalist wants to teach us to know and can reveal us.

Yes, and he likes details. He asked me about glycerin.

Prentice cancels the order, if the truth comes out.

We thought we could pretend to be a family -

- and follow the traditions, while the reporter is here?

I don't quite know. I don't like to lie.

And therefore I should tell you the truth now.

The farm has a tax debt. A big one.

It must be paid at the end of the year.

We have been profitable for two years, barely.

It's an old debt, which I have paid off on -

- but the interest and fees make it bigger.

When I heard about Prentice -

- I thought, that we could get it all paid for.

- But without that order... - Can you lose the farm?

Should we then go our separate ways? Wouldn't we be able to stay together?

Nobody likes to lie but i will do anything to -

- that Mary does not lose the farm, so we can stay together.

To spend more time on Christmas traditions -

- wouldn't be so bad, would it?

I've always wanted to celebrate Christmas with the family.

Let's do it. We just have to have the details in place.

Yes. Okay ...

Mary, you are still my aunt.

Lisa, you always have been like a sister to me.

Let's be twins.

- No, that's too much. - Okay, just sisters.

I call you Grandpa Carlos on my blog.

Elsa does.

But you're too young for that also being our grandfather.

You are Mary's age.

I have an idea. If that's okay with you…

Will you be my husband?

Only for Christmas, of course.

- It would be an honor. - Would it?

- Yes. - Okay.

Then we say it.

Okay, let's do it.

Do you think we can fool the journalist?

I hope so. Pine Valley is not that important.

Hopefully Josh Sims will back to town as soon as possible.

I swear I only ate one.

- Are you ready for the tour? - Is it urgent?

You must be busy to finish writing the article?

Not at all. It's beautiful here. I can stay here a long time.

Don't you want to go home to your family?

- It's almost Christmas. - I don't have any family.

- Sorry. - No, it's okay.

My grandparents took care of me. They also had a farm.

Being here brings back many memories, especially at this time of year.

- So we don't have to rush. - Okay.

What do you want to know about our farm?

We grow four types of Christmas trees.

Leyland cypresses, Virginia firs, sugar pines and spruce trees.

How fast do they grow?

The cypresses and Virginia pines takes between three and four years.

The big thing that we donated for the town's Christmas tree lighting -

- took ten years and is about four meters high.

Can you be more specific?

- I do not think. - I'll have it checked.

- Is it really that important? - Aren't facts always important?

- I guess they are. - What is your story?

A few years ago Mary almost lost the farm.

Sale of trees once a year was not enough.

So I got the idea to offer more products from the farm.

- Therefore ... - ... it became my responsibility.

Whether I wanted it to or not.

Do not misunderstand me. I wanted so badly to help Mary.

- The farm means everything to her. - But what?

But I'm worried must solve problems -

- and lies awake at night and trying to make the numbers go up.

Can you iron out the last one?

If you insist.

Thanks.

Okay ... What more do you want to know?

Soil pH value or the irrigation system?

What about Christmas plans?

Many believe that traditions are waste of time when…

No, the traditions anchor us in the modern chaos.

They unite us before the coming year and shows us what is important.

You'll have to let me quote you on that.

- Okay. - Do you drop any traditions?

- Yes, sometimes. - Which ones are you dropping this year?

The lights in the big grove. We had to.

It was a shame. You wrote on your blog that you loved it.

- Do you remember that? - It was beautifully written.

One of the best things I've read.

“Is there one thing that unites families more than Christmas, it's a wedding."

“So it's my pleasure to announce that our farm can -

- used as wedding rooms starting next year."

“Our 30-hectare farm is perfect for couples and guests ..."

Natalie! Can I borrow your computer?

Yes but why?

- I am writing to Santa Claus. - Isn't he in town?

You know what they say: "Document everything."

I'm just finishing writing the post, and then you get the computer.

It's not about Christmas or our family.

- but only that we hold weddings from next year.

- You wrote about that a long time ago. - Yes, I just read it through.

- And you and Josh? - He's out with Carlos.

He wants to know how many candles we sold last year.

Come on, girls. There will be food soon. Set the table.

Elsa? Cooper and his mother arrive In five minutes.

- I'll get my jacket. - What about your letter?

Handwritten will probably be better. Goodbye, Natalie.

- Okay. - Come on, ladies.

The table does not cover itself.

It starts to feel like we're family.

The food was delicious.

- Thanks for letting me join. - No reason.

My Mary is the best cook in the county.

How did you meet?

Yeah... It was a long time ago.

That was in the old days. Where should I start?

It was a cool autumn day. The leaves had begun to change color.

I was new in town. I didn't know anyone here.

I had been looking for work unsuccessfully.

Someone mentioned, that the family farm in Pine Valley sought.

I came here, knocked on the door -

- and then opened the world's most beautiful woman the door.

I forgot why I had come. I was speechless.

Then what happened?

- So...? - So...

I asked if he was looking for work, because I had put up flyers.

- Yes. - And he did.

So I invited him to coffee, because I had just baked.

- The county's best chef. - And his eyes were so kind.

- Also? - So...

Just look what time it is. It is late.

It's not that late.

Here on the farm we get up very early.

"Early to bed, early to rise." He is ...

You can't mean that you want to go to bed already?

- Especially not today. - Why not today?

The Christmas tree is displayed in the town.

You're all going there, right?

It comes from your farm.

- Yes, of course we must. - Of course.

- Of course. - Yes.

Thanks for the reminder.

I've been so distracted that I had forgotten.

We've been busy.

- We have so many orders. - We are busy.

- Let us go. - Let's get our jackets.

We clear the table, when we get home.

- We mustn't be late. - No Okay.

- They reveal the tree! - Oh yeah.

Let's get our jackets.

- How beautiful it is. - It really is.

Don't you see it every year?

Yes, but every year -

- is it different, unique and special.

Last year was something special, and it is something special this year.

Last year it was absolutely incredible.

I'd rather hear whether the mayor has an opinion.

There's my grandfather. I better go.

Why is he walking around? with Miss Mary?

- It is a secret. - If you say so. Adults ...

- Yes. Goodbye Cooper and Junie. - Goodbye.

Grandpa Carlos! Grandma Mary!

I want to stand at the front and see the tree.

- How does Elsa know? - I do not know.

As long as she doesn't reveal anything.

- Yes. - It's Dave.

"Dave, whom I love."

I better take it. Hello.

Exactly 4.95 meters.

The tree is 4.95 meters high.

- I was close. - But it wasn't accurate.

I did not know that the readers by Southern Country Lifestyles -

- took so much interest in horticulture.

Not yet, but still. Now it starts.

Nine, eight, seven, six, five -

- four, three, two, one!

My grandmother always knitted pillows -

- wearing something sentimental for Christmas.

Now I really appreciate them.

Every year my grandmother bought some new Christmas tree decorations.

Something important from the year or a wish for the future.

We did that too.

As I got older, Mom let me choose.

I searched for hours after something perfect.

All our previous Christmas Eves we remembered when we decorated.

- I miss it. - So do I.

If I stopped it, I would miss it.

- But I did not. - This is the perfect place.

Can you see it?

It's the poinsettia.

I haven't seen it in a long time.

Do you never look at stars?

I'm busy, but it's nice.

- Yes it is. - Merry Christmas!

- Merry Christmas! - Merry Christmas!

Now it's actually late and we get up early on the farm.

I have to go back to the hotel and take notes.

Yes, you must bring all the details.

- 4.9 meters. - And five centimeters.

Yes. Good night.

I'll see you tomorrow. Ten o'clock?

- Yes, at ten o'clock. Are you going that way? - And you're going that way.

- Good night. - Good night.

Is she getting married?

Oh boy.

- Oh no. - What?

See. Josh wrote about the college scandals.

One of those he interviewed lied, and it didn't occur to him.

- How bad. - He lost all credibility.

In this interview he says, that he is careful with all sources.

Not so weird that he checks everything we say.

- So bad. - Absolutely terrible.

If we fool him, and it escapes -

- his career is ruined. It wasn't meant to be.

It does not escape. It will be OK.

I don't quite know. Maybe we should confess?

But what about the order? Mary loses the farm.

Then we must go our separate ways. I want to know how Josh reacts.

How I react to what?

Yeah...

- I actually think I know. - Do you?

Natalie, can we talk about this in private?

Okay.

Okay, listen here…

I have to tell you something about the blog.

I have read it.

- And I apologize. - Are you sorry?

I didn't know your situation, before I read your post this morning.

“Is there one thing that unites families more than Christmas, it's a wedding."

“So it's my pleasure to announce ... that I am to be married."

What?

- Was that all? - Yes.

- You wrote it, didn't you? - Yes, I did, shame.

You are not using the blog as a PR stunt, right?

- No. - No, we would never do that.

I am offended by your suggestion.

No, of course not. Sorry.

I just hope not that I behaved inappropriately yesterday.

No not at all! It was very appropriate.

You were very appropriate all evening, and it ended early -

- because we went our separate ways.

We did that early because I live on a farm and we get up early.

And of course I want to meet the newest member -

- of your family.

What? Well, my fiancé! It can not be done.

- It won't work. - Why?

- He is traveling. - He is dead.

I open.

- Dave! - Lisa.

Good to see you.

We thought he is completely exhausted after traveling.

I can't explain it now. Just play along.

- His jet lag is really bad. - Look who it is.

This is Dave, your fiancé.

- Dave! - Natalie...

Come here with you. Just look at you.

- Now you will soon be my wife. - We are getting married.

Hi Dave... Dave Weathers.

- Josh Sims. - Nice to meet you.

And you were traveling?

Yes, but nothing can keep me away from this beauty.

Dave, you better unpack.

- Then you can just land. - Yes, I'm unpacking.

I was thinking the same. I have a lot in the car.

- I am helping you. - Thanks.

- Then we can talk together. - It sounds good.

- Is the car outside yours? - Yes.

- Well, that was Dave. - He is nice.

- What happened to the post? - Watch out. It started right.

"It is a pleasure to announce, that we can -

- used as wedding venues." But it didn't say:

"And I hope, that one day I will get married."

- It said: "I'm getting married." - What a disaster.

Good, Dave showed up.

Do you mind the one with me and dave?

No ... A little. No, I don't have that.

- Why should I have it? - Because you and Dave...

It was my idea that he should play your fiancé.

Let's continue. What are we doing?

Finding songs to sing at the piano.

To avoid more surprises we better practice.

"Good King Wenceslas." Wenceslas?

- I don't know that one. - Neither do I, but we learn it.

- I have hot cocoa for the test. - Good timing.

We have found some notes, so when you are ready...

Can none of us play?

- It's your piano. - I can't play.

I took lessons as a child, but the teacher said -

- that I should play something that fits to my abilities, such as the kazoo.

- I can play the piano. - Cool!

Game.

Maestro...

What was it?

- The beginning of "Bjældeklang". - I know that one.

So do I. Keep going, Elsa.

I can no more. I am only eight years old.

Was that "Belling" I heard?

It was also the first one I learned to play. Don't let me disturb you.

- No, I'm done. - Who's next?

You! That's why you asked.

- I don't want to change the tradition. - No, you are our guest.

I do not know, if I still know it by heart.

- Is it one of your favourites? - We just looked through the sheet music.

Then it's you...

Did you know he could sing?

"Shepherds' Farewell". It's an old one.

- You really like obscure songs. - You can practice it a bit.

We have a lot of orders today.

- Yes. - I'll help you.

- No you must not. - Why not? Is it too technical?

- I'm packing soap this afternoon. - I should be able to.

Okay, come with me.

Okay.

- Fine. - Fine.

Thanks.

Is it for me? What do we have here?

Strips!

Oops! It's for the boxes. Stop it.

So!

Care to tie it in a bow?

- Yes. - Fine.

Dave...

I know how Mary met Carlos. How did you meet?

That story is so boring.

Lisa introduced us to each other.

We went to college together. I visited her when she moved.

Before or after Natalie started to sell the farm's products?

- Before. - After.

It was actually around the same time. Do you remember that?

Really? What was she doing before that?

She was a buyer in a spa chain with organic products.

- Do you remember that? - Of course I can.

That she became a success in Pine Valley doesn't surprise me.

Why not?

Besides being smart, talented and hardworking -

- she already knew, which products were popular.

- Good point. - She combines her job...

... with one of her favorite hobbies, to be outside.

Did you know she wandered through half of the Appalachians -

- during a summer break at college? It's so wild.

Only half. Lisa has run a marathon.

I had no idea.

She is beautiful and athletic. That's my girl.

- Sorry! - Do you know what?

I have a lot to deliver in town today.

Josh, do you want to ride with me?

Then you can see it all and more of the city.

I won't take you away from Dave.

- It's completely fine. - We must be together for the rest of our lives.

The car is already packed. Come on.

- Lisa, are you okay? - Of course.

- Shouldn't I help? - No, I have a system.

- Okay. - But you ...

It's not illegal to ask for help.

I know.

The order was larger than expected. The community supports local companies.

Excuse me. Natalie, I'm sorry.

- I should have looked. - Sorry.

- All right, mr. Prentice? - Unfortunately not.

I had to cancel a large order.

So now we have a gap in the supply chain next year.

May I ask what happened?

We found out, that their image as family owned -

- was completely false. None of that was true.

They didn't even make the products themselves. Everything was imported.

As you know, we only deal with authentic family-owned businesses.

I canceled all the contracts.

To manipulate others to get a financial gain is unscrupulous.

- Josh Sims. - It's mr. Prentice.

I am a journalist and writes about the farm.

I can trust on the Pine Valley family.

Specific. Never before have I seen such a close knit family.

I can testify that the products are homemade.

I helped.

He whipped soaps. None from your order.

Then it's on.

Pine Valley can fill the gap in our supply chain.

Can you manage one more big order next year?

- Yes please! - Wonderful. I will send you the details.

- Merry Christmas. - Merry Christmas.

- Merry Christmas. - Nice to meet you.

It is well, that Pine Valley will soon get help.

Dave, I mean. When you are married, he can help.

Yes it's good.

And we should deliver these boxes and come back as soon as possible.

- Natalie, is everything okay? - What? Yes of course.

You were very quiet on the way back.

Sorry. I have a lot to think about.

- I guess I know what's up with you. - Do you?

- Dave. - Dave?

- I can understand why. - What's up with Dave?

You have to admit, that you are a bit of a troublesome couple.

Dave is a shame.

- He's just quite relaxed. - What's wrong with that?

Nothing at all. But it's probably not your style.

You are energetic, intense and electric.

Maybe you are afraid of that you will be bored with Dave.

Dave is not boring.

No, but you need one, that challenges you.

And makes you think and laugh.

How arrogant you are. Do you think you know me?

We spent a few days together, and you have read some blog posts -

- about fir trees, soaps and oils, and now you can see into my soul?

If you think so, you are wrong.

That was not what I meant.

Dave is the perfect fiance. He possesses the right qualities.

Name them.

His ... Dave-ness.

Dave name? What does it mean?

Hi Natalie. Are you back already?

I just wanted to help a little more.

There you can see.

We need help, and Dave immediately does.

- That's exactly what I mean. - He's not the only one.

What are you doing?

Would you mind helping me with something?

- Now. - Yes.

Okay, fearless leader, how is josh

Does he believe our story?

I don't know if he believes in that Dave and I are a couple.

What more does he want? Serenades? Matching tattoos?

Not even a wedding will be able to convince him.

I could ask Dave turn up the romance.

- Are you sure? - Of course.

- Sorry. - Okay, wait.

It's not just that. I ran into Prentice.

He will order more for next year.

- That is great. - Yes.

But we can barely keep up, and we are behind with the decoration.

I'm behind on the bookkeeping.

I can do it tonight. I know the program.

You shouldn't be working so late.

Instead of you? I insist.

We are here to help.

- We just have to stick together. - Yes.

We must focus and don't let us get distracted.

Nothing must distract me.

What did you say about distractions?

- Should we stop them? - I don't know if I want to.

Nor do I. We have to stop them.

- Are you sure? - No.

- We are running out of trees. - It is worth it.

Cocoa break! No no ...

Cocoa break. I'm keeping an eye out.

Come on. Good, boys.

I insist.

I have a question.

When do you choose a tree, that you pull home on a sled?

Soon. Very soon.

Then I can take pictures for the article.

- You can also use them on your blog. - Yes good idea!

I'll get the others.

You can stay here. No.

That's enough for today.

- Dave, put it down. - He must put his away first.

I ... take this one.

- Dave? Put it down. - Okay.

Thanks.

- Thanks. - Just...

Okay.

I'm sorry I made you to take time off because of this nonsense.

Bullshit or not, this is it, what everyone needed.

There is so much we have to achieve.

Work is important, but sometimes must one rest and sharpen one's tools -

- so you can work more efficiently.

- Do you understand what I mean? - I think so.

What is he doing now? Excuse me.

Hello.

Sorry, I'll be right back. I wanted to take a picture of this.

- What is it? - It's the big grove.

All the trees come from here.

It is the heart of the farm. My favorite place in the whole world.

I can see that.

And I understand why.

It must be beautiful when it is lit up with Christmas lights.

Yes, it must.

Skipping it this year is a shame. Can it not be done?

No, but we will do it again...one day.

"One day"?

Natalie, I'm sorry, I said about Dave.

You were right. It was arrogant.

You deserve to be happy.

Thanks. I am happy. Despite a large order and all the work -

- is it the best Christmas in a long time.

Yes, for me too.

We have to go back.

- Let me mark the GPS. - Are you afraid of getting lost?

- Will we need breadcrumbs? - To the article.

Is it really important for your readers -

- knowing where the trees are?

No, but for me it is.

Have you checked me out online?

Of course not. Not so much.

Did you see my article? and that I wrote something wrong?

- It could happen to even the best. - I thought so at the time, but now...

You wouldn't lie on purpose.

No, and I checked the sources, just not good enough.

And I knew that. But I meant that I did the right thing.

I ignored that voice who said something was wrong.

I should have dug deeper. That was my job.

And so you go so much into the details now.

My new motto is: "Check twice:"

A journalist owes it to the readers to find the truth.

It is true.

Do I complain again, am I only allowed to cover -

- the children's baseball team and yesterday's weather.

Yes. That would be terrible.

- It looks fine. - Dave.

You know better than that, but it looks fine.

- Why do you think that? - It looks like a tree.

- I wanted to talk to you. - I also wanted to talk to you.

- Lisa, I wanted to tell you ... - You must ...

... turn up the romance with Natalie.

Is that what you wanted to tell me?

- It is important for the farm. - I know.

Are you sure?

Yes of course. I'm absolutely sure.

Okay. Then it becomes more romantic.

Well. Thanks.

And you're right about the tree. I think that is the right thing to do.

Listen up, everybody! Dave found us a tree!

My ancestors founded the farm in the 1930's -

- during the depression.

It was inherited by the eldest child, until I got it.

How did you get the idea to expand the business with other products?

It was Natalie's idea. And she found some old recipes.

What should I have done? without her? Look here.

One of your traditions is, after all to give homemade gifts.

Do you want to give me another hint, what will it be this year?

Then it wouldn't be a surprise.

They are good.

What a secret, homemade gift are you giving this year?

Homemade gifts?

What kind of elf would I be, if i revealed it?

You can't blame a journalist, that he asks.

How are you doing? to balance work and traditions?

It is without a doubt Natalie's Merit.

It's not a mystery.

When Elsita came to visit for Christmas -

- Natalie gave us time together, even if she herself had to work more.

My homemade gifts. I cannot reveal that.

- What did the others say? - Everyone has kept close.

- Well. - Have you always been close to Natalie?

Since we met, I suppose because I was a baby.

You'll have to ask Natalie.

So you were close and started with to sell Pine Valley's products?

No, it was Natalie.

After college I was looking for a job, but I didn't find one.

Natalie said I had to work here to see if I liked it.

I feel at home here.

- Yes, because it was your home. - Yes, that's why.

- More questions? - I guess that was all.

Natalie?

- Aren't you ready for the party? - Sorry.

- Do you read your blog? - Yes.

I feel so bad about it all that I put the rest of you through.

You are not exposing us to anything. That's what we agreed on.

- Josh didn't agree to it. - No it is correct.

I just want to find out where it went wrong.

- Do you need help? - Yes.

Keep your hair up.

Any conclusions about the blog?

Although the posts were not absolutely true -

- didn't they feel like lies, when I wrote them.

It still doesn't feel like lies.

- Am I a bad person? - No.

Natalie, you are one of the best people I know.

- How could I do this? - I do not know.

But I know, that we have to get ready for the party.

- I am helping you. - Can I borrow your beautiful high heels?

- Now let's not go too far. - That's what sisters say.

Merry Christmas.

Oh boy.

- You're beautiful. - Thanks.

I have a bouquet for you.

That was sweet, Dave.

Goodbye.

What a charming couple.

Mr. Prentice, what are you doing here?

I enjoyed reading about the Christmas party, that I wanted to experience it myself.

A love story for Christmas. It doesn't get any more romantic then.

Yes. Romantic.

Excuse me, i need some punch.

Excuse me. Can I take over?

Thank you.

Mary tried to teach me a dance.

- I don't know it. - Let's try.

- Shall we? - Yes.

Sorry. I thought I had turned it off.

- Morgan? - Josh. Hello.

- Is the article going well? - Yes.

The family is amazing. and the farm is beautiful.

- Did you get the pictures I sent? - They are fantastic.

- But I have to tell you something. - What?

We have a tight deadline, so I started fact checking.

Is there something wrong with my notes?

No, they are perfect. But we found some errors on the blog.

I am sending a list. Want to investigate?

Of course. It's probably nothing.

Rarely have I met someone who were so sincere.

Okay, Dancing Elves…

Find your dance partner before the last dance of the evening.

Can I have this dance?

Do it.

I'm really sorry about that!

I'm really sorry about that.

Take care of Lisa.

Excuse me.

Are you okay?

- Good night. - Good night.

- Merry Christmas. - Merry Christmas.

Natalie?

Why are you still here?

I can't find Carlos and Mary. I was supposed to drive with Lisa.

I have called and written to everyone. Someone notices I'm not there.

But maybe not before you turn into a snowman.

I parked at the hotel and went here, but ...

- It is fine. - There must be someone.

- I am alright. I promise. - Wait.

- Oh boy. - Sorry?

Can you drive me? and the pretty girl to pine valley?

- Come on, I've got a lift. - Okay.

- Thanks. Good day. - Good day.

Okay, let's drive.

Lisa.

- So what? - Why are you here?

- I wanted to see if you were okay. - It is okay. I'm just clumsy.

- Are you mad at me? - No.

I've done everything what you asked me for.

Although I didn't understand any of it.

Yes, you haven't done anything wrong. You have been amazing.

- But you're still angry with me. - I'm not angry.

I'm fine. I'm not feeling well at all.

- You ... - Do you see ...

When you called and said you would visit the farm, I thought -

- that maybe you came to see me.

- Of course I did. - No.

I am so stupid.

I was hoping ...

... I finally woke up and have found the courage to tell you -

- that I've been crazy about you for years?

What? It was a little more than I hoped for.

- Is that right? - But you asked me...

... play Natalie's fiance, so I didn't get to tell you.

You said all that about Natalie.

That she is so beautiful. And you knew so much about her.

I knew all that because you told me.

Natalie is just as smart, sweet and wonderful as you have said -

- I hope it's okay, that I like you better?

- Do you mean it? - Yes.

- Because I'm clumsy. - It is okay.

I'm your block major.

I have to ask you something.

- It is about your blog. - Yes.

It says that Pine Valley began as a Christmas tree farm in 1937 -

- but the property register shows, that the family bought it in 1931.

They bought it in 1931, but began first growing fir trees in 1937.

And then they changed the name.

It makes sense.

You also wrote that the trinkets being made from Monterey pines -

- but you don't sell them.

We have them on the farm, but we don't sell them.

They do not have the traditional shape.

But their pine cones are perfect for decorations.

Okay, that makes sense.

You have ...

... glitter in the hair.

I want to thank you and your whole family -

- to get me to to feel at home.

The last few days have been good to me.

Especially after the year I've had.

Think I was so stupid.

No, everyone makes mistakes.

Everyone deserves another chance. Your editor should understand that.

You must realize that too. Forgive yourself for your mistakes.

We can't change the past, but we can do better in the future.

I meant what I said.

This is the best Christmas in a long time.

I feel that way too.

When I was young, we didn't have much money.

But my mother always did Christmas for something special.

The last few years I have had so busy with the company -

- that Christmas has become a duty.

Seeing Christmas through your eyes and be with you -

- has reminded me, how much I love Christmas.

Other questions?

My editor wanted a lot of things confirmed.

But I only got the assignment to rebuild my credibility.

She wants to be sure.

It is well, that you mean so much to her.

I'm not worried.

You are a very honest person.

- Josh. - It's such a beautiful evening...

It's something important I have to tell you.

What?

I can tell on the farm. You're right. It's a beautiful evening.

- We should enjoy it. - Okay.

Thank God.

- Good night! - Merry Christmas!

Thanks!

What was it you wanted to tell me?

I meant it when I said that this was the best Christmas for a long time.

It's been so nice to follow old traditions with you.

- But the truth is... - What are you doing?

- No, Natalie. We ... - Hello there.

"Hello there"?

- Is that all you have to say? - Do you mean it? A pillow?

What are you up to, Dave?

- Is that how it will be? - Josh!

Any guy who trades one sister out with another...

You throw well. Great throw. Want some more ammo?

Just come, cool guy!

I'm sorry, that you had to see this.

But then you know he's lying…

Josh! It's not Dave who lied.

- It is me. - What?

Lisa is not my sister. Aunt Mary was my mother's friend.

She doesn't have a husband. We are not a family.

- I lied about the whole thing. - We lied.

Dave played the fiance, because it was on the blog -

- that she was going to get married, and we weren't wanted you to suspect.

I realized at first it was misleading, when we got the order from mr. Prentice -

- and we had to save the farm.

I didn't think it was important but then you came.

And I was a big fool.

No, you didn't do anything wrong.

You knew what consequences it can get for my career and for me.

I was going to tell you, but…

How could I trust you?

- I am so stupid. - Josh, wait!

Stop, Natalie.

Josh, hold on.

Josh? What happened?

Josh found out that we are not a family.

- Is there a chance of...? - No.

He has to tell the truth.

We're losing the farm.

I'm really sorry.

"... lying, manipulative, unreliable…”

Natalie, aren't you going to bed?

"First I have to figure out how to can make this right again."

- Natalie? - It won't work.

I have solved all the problems of the farm -

- and I'll fix this.

- It's my fault. - No.

It's not just your fault. We agreed to lie to Josh.

I should have told you about the debt before.

Look at me. You have taken on so much.

- No. - Yes, and it's too much.

You have to let the rest of us help.

This is how you do it in families.

If we were a family had this never happened.

I miss your mom more at this time of year.

She was like a sister to me.

She said the same thing.

After my mother died, I didn't know what I should do.

Until you called the yard.

It felt like home.

Not "like a home". it's your home and we are your family.

You are not just a part of the family you are born into.

A family is also those who you close into your heart.

I've always wanted to a big family Christmas with traditions.

I got that and now I'm losing it.

Who says, that you need to lose it?

- But the farm... - The farm is not a family.

We'll find a way to stay together, okay?

But there is one more thing.

We in the family know that the truth is the most important thing.

More important than the company and the farm.

- And you know that too. - Do you really mean that?

- So do Lisa and Carlos. - Okay.

Come here.

You forgot this one.

Thanks.

The article is finished, so whatever you want to lie about…

It is okay. I'm here to speak with mr. Prentice.

- Mr. Prentice! - Natalie.

Great party yesterday, huh? But you knew that -

- since it is your family's favorite tradition.

I haven't been there for the Christmas party since I was 16.

And we're not a real family. Not biologically speaking.

The blog is misleading, and it wasn't meant to be -

- but it's still not true.

- Oh no. - I have deleted the posts...

... and wrote a new one, that explains everything. Do you want to read it?

It's a bit of a revelation.

Then I have to cancel the contract with your farm.

- Both this year and next year. - Yes.

We are very sorry to lose the order, and we may lose the farm.

But we won't lie about it either.

We love each other very much, but you are right.

We are not the family you thought.

- You and your friends must have a good time. - You too.

Sorry, Josh.

I would have said sorry yesterday, but you left so fast.

- I guess I did. - We are really sorry.

We didn't want to hurt you.

The others also wanted to apologize, but they pack.

- What? - Without mr. Prentice's order...

... we can't afford the farm and have to move out this year.

- I did not know. - I've only just heard it too.

So I have to ask you a favor.

- Okay? - When you write your article...

... then tell the whole truth.

- Do not act hastily in anger. - Never.

Maybe you think that you have all the answers.

It may have happened before.

- The article about college admissions? - Yes. I understand what you mean.

If we take our time, can i ask you something then?

- Okay. - Why did you write the way you did?

- It was not on purpose. - No, but why?

When I was growing up, was it just my mom and me -

- and I loved Christmas.

I've always wanted to a big family -

- with enthusiasm and traditions.

And when my mother died -

- I longed for it and thought, I would never get it.

Each of the blog posts was as a wish.

I wanted a family.

- That probably doesn't make sense. - It makes perfect sense.

- It really does. - I have to go back.

We have to reach...

No, actually we shouldn't. But ... I just want to go home.

- Merry Christmas, Josh. - You're right, Natalie.

At least soap and candles don't get old.

It feels weird not to be in a hurry.

I can have my old job, but what will you do?

Dave's company is looking for employees, and he thinks he can get me in.

It is fantastic! So you're moving back to the city?

- I'm going to miss you. - I'm going to miss you too.

Then something good came out of it.

It has actually arrived something else really good out of it.

- Congratulations! - Thank you thank you.

- Now you will be my real grandmother. - Yes I do.

- Unbelievable. It went fast. - It didn't go that fast either.

We've both been this way for a long time.

Yeah, we just had to pretend to do something about it.

Our last Christmas in Pine Valley must be the best.

Who wants to go to town? and buy dinner?

- I have to pack things in the office. - You can do that later.

- I can do it. - What about you?

If you can get candy canes, am i ready

- Shall we hang up the mistletoe? - I'm fine with that.

- Shall we buy something for you? - No.

Everything I need is here when you come back.

- Okay good. - Come on. Put on shoes.

- And your hat. - Yes.

- No! - Here you go.

Thank you very much, Carlos.

How good it is. Whoa, stop the hugging.

- We don't hug. - You sound guilty.

Okay, okay. I know it's not Christmas yet -

- but I wanted to give you my homemade gifts!

It was just stupid, I made it up.

You didn't need to.

I could not help myself.

I couldn't either. Just pick them up.

We have homemade scarves.

I couldn't help it either.

What should I say?

In addition to being good, that I read my own blog!

Homemade gifts for everyone.

Eat it here. It is good.

It's not homemade, but as an excuse -

- for my behavior the other day, I bought a new vase.

No!

We're not ready for that, Dave. Elsa, here's one for you.

This one is for Lisa.

- It's a nice vase. - I wonder what it's made of?

- At least we are happy today. - I believe it.

- Oh! - Such.

Is there something going on at the front door?

- Thanks. - How cute it is!

I close up.

- "Rudolf with the red spout"? - She doesn't know that.

Oh boy.

- It is so ... - ... beautiful?

Josh? Have you done this?

Since the traditions on the blog was fabricated -

- you may have never seen this.

It is more beautiful than I could have imagined.

Thanks. Not just because of this.

You made me realize that I have the big family i need.

- I just had to realize it. - I hope you have also realized...

What?

Natalie!

Mr. Prentice has changed his mind.

He keeps the order. We can keep the farm!

- What? How? - We met him down in town.

And I pointed out that your mother was my great-grandmother's great-granddaughter.

I said I was looking forward to it to become part of the family.

I said you always will be part of my life -

- and I could not love one more sister.

And I said that Santa Claus would be ashamed.

Have you had a hand in the game?

I insisted, that he read your new post.

I persuaded my editor to to press it.

I could not have described Pine Valley better.

And I said that everyone wants your products -

- and that he had better have to buy a lot now.

Catch them!

Texts: Kasper L. Andersen Iyuno-SDI Group