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[♪]

Good morning, family!

[fireworks]

And... done!

Everything should work fine now.

Seriously, Mike, I thought MIT

would've taught you better coding skills.

- I would've figured it out. - Yeah.

Eventually.

Less is more.

Simple and succinct is the way to go.

Plus, with this done,

looks like we won't have to work over the holidays.

Thanks, Gaby.

[phone beeps non-stop]

You need to get that?

It's my family; they love their group texts.

And with Christmas coming up, forget it,

I'll be lucky if my phone doesn't overheat.

So, big plans for the holidays?

Every year my family goes to my Abuela's house in Mexico.

There's a week-long festival with great food, music, parades.

They even have fireworks on Christmas Eve.

That sounds amazing.

[phone rings]

Goodbye.

Bye.

[sighs]

[clears throat]

[incoming call]

Hey, dad. How are you?

Hi, sweetie. How are you?

Good! So, I had an idea.

I'm creating a group chain

so we have one chat dedicated to Christmas stuff.

You and your need to organize everything.

But it's a good idea.

Your brother-in-law

has a new number since he got that new job.

- Are you ready? - Yeah.

- It's five, three... - Snowy Dream.

Six, two...

Gaby, Snowy Dream Latte for Gaby!

Seven, one...

Coming!

Give me a second, dad. Just give me one second.

- Hey - Gaby?

Yeah. Thank you.

Ready.

So, do you think there'll be another

son-in-law to add to the group text soon?

Dad. Seriously? I love how you're not even subtle anymore.

Your mom and I worry. We want you to be happy.

I would love to find that someone special...

eventually.

But I am happy, dad, okay? I don't need a guy for that.

You're right, you're right...

Love you.

Love you.

- Talk to you soon, okay? - Bye.

Bye.

[incoming call]

Well, I just got the e-mail.

The client finally signed off on the sitemap,

looks like we can start on the wireframes.

That's awesome. It's about time.

[phone beeps non-stop]

Alex, what are you thinking about the general design mood?

[phone beeps]

Yes, I was thinking something clean and simple.

That really seems to fit their aesthetic.

- I like that. - Great.

[phone beeps incessantly]

Do you need to get that?

Sounds like someone is blowing up your phone.

No.

Unrecognized numbers, probably spam. So, uh...

They're really trying to get your attention.

Sorry, just one second.

[laughs]

Looks like someone had the wrong number

and added me to their family group text.

You have a new girlfriend you haven't told us about?

Very funny.

This is obviously a mistake.

But what are they saying?

Something about...

Christmas...

in Mexico.

[typing]

[whimpers]

[typing]

[groans]

Alex? Hey, Alex.

Sorry! My bad...

Well, actually, partially my bad.

See what happens when you make me respond to a mistake text?

It's okay, we're done here anyway.

So... what are you all doing for the holidays?

Well, I'm going with my family to Utah...

Gonna get some skiing in.

Nice. Alex, what about you?

Nothing really.

My parents are off on some bucket-list trip to Australia,

and my brother's going to his in-laws,

so I'm having a kind of bachelor Christmas,

play some video games, see some movies.

Should be fun.

That's cool, sounds amazing.

Should be fun...

So, uh, we have to start right away.

The client is really excited.

[typing]

[incoming call]

- Hello? - Alex?

Hi, it's Gabriela.

- Hi. - Hey.

Yeah, see... you're so nice

saying you don't wanna,

you know, get out of the text chain, but...

Really, it's no problem.

I was gonna leave, but then

your mother said that

she was gonna give me her recipe for her tacos.

And I've been craving tacos all week!

And she hasn't given me the recipe yet, so...

does that sound weird?

A little bit, but okay.

You know what? You're right, I'll just...

say goodbye to your family, leave the chat.

No...

No. I know that sounds like a good idea, but if you tell them,

they would instantly suspect I was behind it, so...

Gotta love family, huh?

Sí...

No worries, I appreciate your concern but really, it's fine.

And...

I'm sure you're gonna have "Oaxaca of a time" in Mexico...

Did you really just say that?

Yeah... Sorry. It sounded way better in my head. Promise.

Yup.

Okay, so... Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

I am so glad we came to spend a few days here

in Mexico City before the holidays.

I miss having you in Texas.

It's been like, what? Fifteen years since we left?

Kind of, yeah.

Yes, and we miss you, Mom and Dad.

I can't wait to see Gaby, it's been too long!

What's new with her?

Is she seeing anyone?

Because she never tells me anything.

Well, if she is, only Abuela would know.

I like that guy, Alex.

he seems like he could be good for her.

Here we go.

He does seem like a good guy.

And he's in Austin. Such a small world.

Hey, why don't we take a picture and we send it to the group?

Cheese.

He's alone for Christmas?

- Maybe we should... - No.

What?

I know what you're thinking...

I can see it coming from a mile away.

We should invite him to Abuela's.

She always says the more the merrier.

There's an extra room and it's an easy flight from Austin.

We'll surprise Gabriela.

This has disaster written all over it.

[typing]

Hi. Soy latte for Alex, please.

Thank you.

Hey, Gaby?

Do I know you?

It's me, Alex.

I recognized you from the photos that your family has texted.

Wait, what?

- This is weird. - Weird.

Yes...

I didn't recognize you without the...

- The Santa hat. - Yeah.

So, do you work around here?

I'm just next door.

No way. The APP developer?

Yeah.

I love their stuff.

You in tech, too?

Yeah, one of my clients is just around the corner.

I do U.X.

That's user experience, but with a focus on design.

I know what U.X is.

- Alex. - Of course you do.

Soy latte for Alex.

Okay.

Oh, that's... me.

Okay.

But... It was nice meeting you. In real life.

Likewise.

[sigfs] "In real life...".

What was I thinking?

Bye.

Bye.

- Hey, Alex. - Yes?

We should send a pic to my family, they'll love it.

- Sure, yeah, of course. - Is that okay?

- Sure. - Yeah, okay.

Cheese.

Okay.

So... Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

And say hello to your family.

Will do.

Bye.

[phone chimes]

[incoming call]

G'day, mate!

Hey!

Have you figured out your plans for Christmas yet?

I don't know.

Hey, the weirdest thing just happened.

Remember that family that mistakenly added me

to their Christmas group chat?

Uh-huh.

Well, they just invited me to join them... in Mexico.

Really?

That sounds lovely.

What?

What?

You're not actually suggesting that I go, are you?

You said they were nice.

And it would make me feel better

knowing you're not just sitting all alone in your apartment.

Sure, but...

Anyway, you guys

enjoy your trip and Dad, watch out for those kangaroos!

- Merry Christmas. - Bye, my son.

Talk to you later.

There we go.

[♪]

Hey.

Okay, this was a huge mistake.

I couldn't understand a word that the cab driver was saying

and I think...

I think I got out, I got out at the wrong place...

Now I can't find the house.

You know this all could have been avoided

if you had taught me Spanish.

Okay, um. Mom, Dad, I need to figure this out.

I'll call you when I'm at the house, okay?

Bye.

Hey, uh, excuse me? Could you help me?

I'm looking for Calle de...

Alex?

- Hi. - What are you doing here?

- Hi... - Gaby.

I remember that.

Gabriela.

- Thank you. - Yes.

We're so glad to see you, honey.

Hi, Dad.

And happy to have you with us, Alex.

- Hi, Mom. - Thank you. Okay.

It's Mexico, it's okay.

- Hello, Alex. - Hello.

- Nice to meet you. - Thank you so much.

Did you had any trouble finding the house?

A little bit, but I'm here.

Babu.

Nice to meet you.

Hey...

The way I reacted at the front door?

I was thrown... This was... Unexpected.

No worries, I totally get it.

I was a little nervous myself about coming, so...

[laughs]

You should still be nervous.

Who knows what else my family has in store...

Alex.

I'm sorry, I don't speak Spanish.

This is for you, thank you again for having me.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

I know you both had a long trip and must be tired.

I think we could all use a good night's sleep.

Alex, here.

Let me show you to your room.

- Good night. - Good night.

- Good night, Alex. - Bye.

Uh, listen, I know the family can be a little overwhelming...

No, they're awesome. But now I kinda feel like an interloper.

No, no, don't feel that way, man.

They mean well, I promise.

Have some rest.

I will.

So, Alex, I'm curious about something,

last night you said you didn't speak Spanish...

Yeah, uh, my parents tried,

but you know how it can be.

I didn't really keep up with it so I kinda lost it.

That's unfortunate.

But I'm hoping to learn a bit more while I'm here.

Well, this is the place to do it.

Oaxaca is an amazing blend

of traditional and modern influences,

with great art, architecture and food.

But it really comes alive at Christmas. It's magical.

You know, Gaby probably knows this town

better than anyone in the family.

You can see it for yourself.

Maybe wander around a bit

while we're out getting the decorations for the house.

Well, it never feels like Christmas until the tree is up

and we have poinsettias everywhere.

The only thing Abuela put up so far were the stockings.

I want to show you mine. Alex, come with me.

Okay.

Come on.

[groans in disbelief]

We're gonna head out to get the decorations for the house.

It's the first thing in our "12 Challenges of Christmas".

"12 Challenges of Christmas"? What's that?

It's this amazing tradition

where you have a list

of 12 Challenges to complete before Christmas...

Things like putting up your Christmas decorations

and baking goodies, to giving back to the community.

It's actually pretty fun.

And since this year I'm in charge,

I created an app to help keep track with everything.

We all know my Abuela has a crush on this guy.

What?

That's terrible.

That's one of my favorite things Oaxaca does for Christmas!

Yes.

I think we better make the most of it, then, this year.

Hey, guys?

So, this year, we're gonna do things a little different.

I created an app to help keep track

of everything we're doing,

including the "Twelve Challenges."

The only thing we all need to agree on

is the final group challenge

something we all need to be part of and contribute to.

So I was thinking...

How about we do the "Calendas"?

[enthusiastic approval]

Yay!

Wait, what's that? What's Calendas?

It's a traditional procession where family members

stop by several homes asking for shelter, or posada.

You get dressed up in traditional outfits,

and it's fun because some sing, others dance.

Nice.

We've always loved watching other families take part,

but we've never done it ourselves...

so, if this is gonna be the last year

I think we should do it!

Okay.

I want to break open the piñata! And sing.

But Mateo, to keep things fair

and so no one gets stuck doing something they don't wanna do,

the app can randomly choose who does what.

- So let's see what happens. - Okay.

Mateo, you got your wish,

you and your dad are gonna be our main singers.

Yay!

Mom and Dad, you guys are gonna be in charge of the float.

Lili, you're in charge of the outfits.

- Okay. - Which leaves...

Alex and I are gonna be the dancers.

Yay!

Are you sure that's what the app says?

Cause I have two left feet.

Nope, you're not getting out of it...

plus, you need to learn to move those hips like a real Latino!

You'll be in good hands,

Gaby was a dancer back in the day.

Oh, really?

I took some dance lessons and maybe had a recital or two,

so let's not blow things out of proportion here, please.

Thank you, okay.

So, with that decided

let's move forward with the Christmas decorations.

Okay.

So, Mom and Dad, can you go get the poinsettias for the house?

Okay.

And Lili, Mateo and Daniel, can you guys go get the tree?

- Sure. - Right.

Okay. So, I'm gonna get the pom-poms,

papel picado and piñata to put up in the courtyard.

Nice.

What about Alex?

Why don't you take him with you?

Show him the town along the way.

- My family's subtle, huh? - What do you mean?

What do I mean? Haven't you noticed?

This is a set-up.

- You don't say. - Yeah.

I did wonder what was going on when your dad specifically said

"don't tell Gabriela".

But don't worry, it's not like I came here for a relationship.

- Can you hold this for a second? - Sure.

Thank goodness... but don't tell my parents.

Ever since my sister got married,

they're dying for me to settle down

and each year that goes by with me still single

seems to up the pressure.

Thank you, I have everything. Let's go.

I have an older brother who recently got married

so I feel you.

How do I say "I love this"?

[in Spanish] I love this.

- [in Spanish] I love... - [in Spanish] I love this.

[in Spanish] I love this.

- Unbelievable. - Isn't this beautiful?

Yeah.

I don't think I've ever

tasted anything this good in my entire life.

- Isn't this great? - This is insane.

Wow.

This is so cool.

For you.

Look at this one.

What about the piñatas?

So many to choose from.

See how these piñatas have seven points?

They are the ones traditional to Christmas.

Let me help.

No, no, no. I can do it.

[groans]

Which ones do you want?

Hold my papel picado.

Okay.

This one?

Yeah.

She did it. - No, I didn't.

I have to ask...

Why don't you have a stronger connection to Mexico?

Growing up there weren't a lot people...

like us in our neighborhood

and I got teased a lot for being different.

After that, I just decided to do everything I could

to fit in and be like all the other kids...

You know, that reminds me.

You know how everyone just wants to shorten your name

just because it's easier to pronounce?

My parents hated that.

They thought

they were trying to make me more "American" somehow.

Same with my sister,

you know how everyone just calls her Lili. I'm Gaby.

So... yeah.

My real name is Alejandro...

Makes more sense.

But I guess I never thought about how it kind of...

white-washes your true self.

It's only as you get older you begin to appreciate

how those differences are what make you...

well, you.

I hope this trip

helps you reconnect with the real Alejandro.

I'll always remember these moments

with you whenever I look at my "Alebrije".

Here you go, Dad.

You're so strong...

Everything's looking great, guys.

- Thanks. - Thank you.

Say "cheese".

Wait for me.

Cheese.

[laughs]

Can you text that to me, please?

Mom, the whole point of having one app

is to have one centralized place for photos and stuff,

instead of a never-ending text chain.

Yeah, but you're the only one with the app.

Fine, I'll give you all access.

That'll be easier for me, anyway.

Something's not right... I might go work on this.

Hey, I'm pretty much done here.

You want some help? I know a thing or two about apps.

I appreciate that,

but I can easily bang this out in an hour or two.

Okay. Sure thing.

Yeah.

Oh, and thanks, I guess. I mean...

who wants to work on their vacation?

Thank you.

She's upstairs. Working.

You computer, no?

I offered but she'd rather work alone.

[both laughing]

[sighs]

That smells amazing.

It's Ponche Navideño, a traditional hot fruit punch.

And for a little zing, you can even add a little tequila.

You wanna help?

Of course.

Here, help me cut up some of the fruit.

Okay.

Do the guavas.

Thank you.

In small parts.

Honey! We made some punch, have some.

Thanks Mom. I'll definitely drink some later.

All right.

Hey, Alex.

I could use a second set of eyes for what I've been working on.

Do you wanna see what I've done so far?

Sure.

- Do you mind? - Not at all.

Okay.

I knew once Abuela went up there that this might happen.

I'm impressed.

The functionality is great,

but I think you can make it even more interactive.

Oh, really?

Yeah, you know. More user-friendly and...

well, fun.

Okay.

But I bet a lot of people would love an app like this.

Really? You're just saying that.

No, I'm telling you!

This could be... big.

Think about it.

Well, now that you say it, it could be like

the ultimate Christmas app.

It could help people organize

and keep track of everything holiday related.

Families can upload photos, and recipes,

and get wish lists and plan activities, you name it.

One hundred percent.

Yeah.

If you'd like, I could design some cool graphics for it.

Yeah.

And as thanks,

there's something I want to share with you tomorrow

and I think you're gonna like it.

Okay... deal.

Deal.

[both laughing]

- Shall we? - All right.

You look so beautiful.

[indistinct chatter]

You better be ready

for the best mole you've ever had in your life.

Bring it on!

So, Alex. Tell us more about you.

We know you live and work in Austin,

and grew up on the East Coast.

And you went to school in Rhode Island, right?

[laughs]

Wait a minute, how did you know all that?

They may or may not have done a background check on you.

Seriously?

Okay.

Well... yeah. I work in graphic design,

but more from the perspective of the end user,

so we call it U.X., or user experience.

It's my job to make sure websites

and apps are easy to use.

That's impressive.

Thank you.

[laughs]

Something funny?

Well... it's really the coders that make all the work.

You kinda just make it look pretty.

Wow!

And here I thought we were just beginning to get along.

U.X. designers care about the person using it,

whereas coders

only worry about how the computer executes it.

Well, without the coding,

you don't have anything to take into consideration, so...

Without design there wouldn't even be an app to start with.

[clears throat]

We need each other.

Yeah. That's exactly what she said. We need each other.

- [coughs] - Can I have a fork?

Are you sure you're Mexican?

It's spicy.

I was not expecting that.

I should have warned you.

This is not like the Mexican food back in Texas.

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

What do I really need my taste buds for, anyway?

Don't worry, we'll toughen you up.

If not, it's gonna be a long week.

You know, this is one of my favorite parts of the city.

I wish I had the talent to do something so beautiful.

You know?

Something that moves and inspires people like this does.

I wish I had more time to do my own artwork.

Usually, the only time I have to work on it

is during the holidays.

Which gives me an idea:

you know we could use elements of these murals

as the backplate artwork for the app.

I mean, the imagery, patterns and colors are all so great

and it would help celebrate this place that you love so much.

You know, if we head back now and start working on the app,

we could have something to show to my family for tomorrow.

Seriously? You want to work on it right now?

Yeah! They can be our beta testers!

- Yeah, sure. Okay. - Great.

- Let's do it. - Let's go.

- Come on! - All right.

What do you think of this?

This is much more exciting than my usual work.

For one, I'm building something that I created,

not just coding someone else's project.

And two, I usually like to work on my own,

but I'm kinda having fun.

- Right. - With you, yeah.

I'm always alone at a desk,

staring at a computer all day.

This is so much better.

I think we should call it a night.

But it's ready.

Yeah, yeah.

Wish we could test it right now.

But, um, we should probably wait until tomorrow

for your family to try it out.

Yeah.

Okay.

- Good night. - Good night.

Oh, honey.

Listen...

Babu.

I should have known I'd find the two of you

down here making all that noise.

Always thick as thieves.

I'm sorry, we're trying to be quiet.

Nah, you're fine. I couldn't sleep anyway.

Why couldn't you sleep?

Well, I wasn't going to say anything, but...

I applied to law school.

- What? - What?

Yes, and this week I find out if I got in.

Why didn't you want to tell us?

I dunno. What if I get rejected?

No, you won't.

But I'm so proud of you.

Working a full-time job, raising a kid,

now applying to law school? I don't know how you do it.

Not sleeping mostly.

But I'm not in yet,

so let's not make a big deal of it until I know.

Well, I'd like to have a problem like that someday.

Well, speaking of...

you and Alex were working late.

You do make a good pair.

Remember how he couldn't handle my Abuela's mole.

I don't think I could date someone

who can't handle a little spice.

Even if he is cute.

Cute?

Who said anything about him being cute?

But the spice thing...

that's a dealbreaker.

Babu.

You girls...

No.

Come on.

You don't really believe that.

I don't want to chance it! Plus, you're already married.

I'm only doing this so you're not single forever.

Merry Christmas.

Thank you.

So, Alex and I have been working on the "12 Challenges" app

and want you all to be our beta testers!

Alex will help put it on your phone.

We added a bunch of features,

which should be helpful for the remaining challenges,

including today's.

Plus, you get to upload photos, recipes,

whatever you want to share with everyone.

- Now... - Thank you.

They say giving is the true spirit of Christmas,

so what can be better than...

- The 100 Pesos Challenge! - Yes.

My favorite.

This is the challenge where we put 100 pesos in an envelope

and hide it for someone to find it?

Yes! But this year we added instructions in the envelope,

so when someone finds it,

they're asked to take a picture of what they do with the money

and upload it to the cloud!

It makes it more interactive,

plus, you'll see how your 100 pesos

hopefully made that person's day better!

And, we can geotag where we stash the envelope

to keep track of them all. That was my idea.

Cool!

Alex...

How's yours?

- Not a gentleman, apparently. - This is so good.

but you can have as much as you'd like.

Thank you. You want a little bit of mine?

Yeah, sure.

The good part is in the middle?

I just eat that?

This is insane.

So, tell me: are your parents always playing matchmaker?

They mean well.

Most times.

I have to say, they did throw me with you

and you should have seen it coming.

Your dad made it sound like I was gonna be a surprise

and I figured any family who would go out of their way

to include a stranger so they weren't alone for Christmas

must have good intentions.

Good intentions, yes. Good taste, no.

Excuse me?

No, I didn't...

[laughs]

I didn't mean it like that. I meant...

historically.

Yeah.

Usually, the guys they set me up with

get along better with them than they do with me.

Luckily my family stays out of my love life,

for the most part.

They do drop hints like "We just want you to be happy",

which, to me, translates to:

"We just want to see you married and have kids".

"And a house".

"White picket fence".

Family.

Family.

So.

Shall we? It's time for a surprise.

It will be fun.

- Well, come on! - Wait.

Seriously, not gonna wait for me?

No.

Right.

You said this would be fun.

Ow, just trust me.

You need to learn this for our Calendas anyway.

Plus, you said you wanted to reconnect

with our culture, didn't ya?

I guess I did.

Just remember you gotta be straight like this...

and your arms go like this,

because you're gonna be holding me.

Oh, that's why we were... okay.

- That makes sense? - Okay, I didn't get that.

Okay. You wanna try it?

- Yes. - Okay.

[♪]

Right, right, left. Then...

Yes.

- I remembered. - Nice.

You were lying about having two left feet.

Under promise and overdeliver. That is my philosophy.

Selfie time!

How did you get so good at this?

My Abuela and I had a deal.

I could spend as much time as I wanted on the computer

as long as I did something active each day.

So I came here.

She's a smart woman.

That she is.

I love that when you're dancing,

you can be whoever you want to be.

You know?

Each dance requires you to be strong,

confident.

And of course, I wanted to be the one to lead.

Always.

Always pushing boundaries, huh?

Yeah.

I guess. I'm a little...

intense.

My family says I march to my own drummer.

I think is why they meddle in my love life.

My parents do it for the opposite reason.

They worry I stick to myself too much.

Growing up I was...

always the one

trying to draw as little attention to myself as possible.

I definitely did not have that problem.

I can imagine that.

That's one of the things I really like about you.

Look at all the pictures from the 100 pesos challenge!

Oh! I haven't checked the app.

You're right, it does make you feel good.

Right?

Okay, let's...

Alright, break's over!

- Okay. - Okay.

Ready to put together some of the moves that I taught you?

You're a quick learner.

I think I am, yeah.

okay!

You really are helping me find my Latin soul.

Yes.

Remember, it's all about...

passion, confidence, strength!

- All right. - Okay?

I can do this!

You can do this! Are you ready?

Yes.

Okay.

[♪]

How could I have known

My Christmas gift was on its wa

As soon as I laid eyes on you

The night turned into day

How could I have known

That it would feel So right to stay

And now I just Can't wait to start

This path we're about to share

And now you're by my side

Under the moonlit sky

I just wanna be with you No matter what

All your traditions The little things you do

Make my wish come true

[♪]

And now we're face to face

Under the mistletoe

And I promise--

I don't know why I did that. God.

I just got caught up in the moment.

But it was...

- nice. - It was.

You know, I was thinking...

this app, it could be huge.

And not only for Oaxaca.

People are leaving comments in the pictures,

wondering how they can get the app as well.

Wait, that's what you were thinking while you kissed me?

Not exactly...

but you know, maybe you should think about releasing it wider.

That's the goal, not... yet.

There are too many variables.

I don't want to release it to the general public

until it's perfect.

Yeah, that's the thing. Nothing is ever perfect.

There are things you can never anticipate.

I told you, I don't want to release it until it's ready.

And it's not, okay?

I just want to keep it in my family this year.

Is that okay?

Thank you.

- Come on. - Gaby, wait!

Hey, bud. Where's everybody?

Um, I don't know. Just relaxing, I guess.

And what are you doing?

Waiting for you!

I want to do another challenge,

and mom said to ask you for help.

I'll let you two do what you need to.

Hey, no, no, no. You have to do it too.

What do we need to do?

Come with me!

Coming!

So how about we show Alex how to make Rosca de Reyes?

What's that?

What's that?

It's this bread covered in fruit

that we make for Three Kings Day in January.

Yeah! And I need to practice making it.

So, we'll each make our own Rosca de Reyes,

and then we'll rank them from worst to best on the app.

Alright.

- Look at me. - No, no, no, not all of it!

- Not all of it? - No.

Throw the flour like that, yeah!

Look at this.

- I'm gonna have this. - No.

- Nice, you guys ready? - Kinda good, right?

What do you think?

Okay.

You're missing a spot. Right... there!

Seriously?

Yes.

I expected more from you.

Okay, from you I expected that.

You two are going down!

Oh, no! The oven!

- No. - No.

Luckily it was only yours that got burned.

What do you mean, "luckily"?

So, I guess we can all agree the winner is...

Mateo!

Great job, Mateo, I'm so proud of you!

And guess what the winner gets?

- What? - Bedtime!

Do I have to?

Honey, you've been late every night this week. Come on.

Alright. Good night! This was fun.

- It was. - It really was.

Seriously, guys? You're just seeing what you wanna see.

You just don't want to admit

that maybe we finally got it right.

Oh, so you admit it was a set up.

So, who cares if it was?

- [sighs] - How does he make you feel?

Well, if I tell you something

you promise you won't use it against me later?

- Promise. - Promise.

We kissed.

When we were dancing, but I don't know.

You don't know?

Ew, is he a bad kisser?

No, he's great.

Better than great.

But... I don't know.

What?

He pulled back and then he started talking about the app.

And let's not forget, he's a complete "Rando"!

You've spent the past few days with him,

and before that we were all texting.

So, you have a good sense of who he is.

You know what?

You need a software upgrade

so you can enjoy a moment of happiness.

You deserve that.

- Hey, Carlos. - Hi.

Can I have a soy latte?

- [in Spanish] Please. - [in Spanish] Of course.

Thank you.

I'm sorry, my Spanish is pretty remedial. Do you speak English?

A little.

Great.

- This? - Yes.

It's an app for the Twelve Challenges of Christmas.

Picture.

One hundred pesos.

Oh, yes! 100 pesos. Yes. That's us.

You see...

Works? How?

Yeah, yeah. Okay.

I think I know what you mean, yeah. I'll show you.

Check it out.

We've got the challenges...

- Whole family, recipes... - Amazing.

- Yeah. - Yeah, amazing.

Pay, pay. Money.

- Money. - Really?

Well, Gaby would love that.

¿Gabriela Díaz?

Yeah! Well, she created this app.

Created...

[in Spanish] Oh, she created it.

- Yes. - Yes.

To use it.

Check the app out? Is that it?

Oh, okay. Alright. Let me see your phone.

I will drop you a link.

There you go.

And you can check it out and see how we're using it.

- Yes. - Thank you.

No problem.

Thank you.

By the way, just between you and me.

I want it to be a surprise

in case, you know, it all works out.

Thank you.

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Isn't it wild?

"The Night of the Radishes" is so weird, but I love it.

Wait, those are radishes?

Yes.

What? I don't think I've ever seen radish sculptures.

What on earth is this?

I almost forgot about this.

It's a tradition that goes back.

It's about taking out your frustrations

and starting fresh the New Year.

By breaking plates?

Yeah.

When's the last time you could do something

totally reckless without consequences?

- Okay, I'm down. - Okay.

- Great. - Let's do this.

[in Spanish] Hi.

So cute.

- Are you ready? - I am.

- Okay. One... - One.

- Two... - Two.

Three.

- Wow! - Yes!

Oh, man, that feels good.

Right?

It got chilly fast!

I always think

"Oh. It's Mexico, it's gonna be warm...".

But, you know, it's winter.

- You need a jacket. - No, no, no. But it's fine.

- Gaby, come on. - Really, really.

It's not that far away. I'll just be right back

Thank you.

There you go. What did I miss?

I don't even know what to say.

About the jacket? No one needs to say anything.

What's wrong?

Can you tell me why the Mayor

has the Christmas app on his phone?

Oh, shoot. That was...

that was gonna be a surprise.

I ran into him the other day

and he was asking questions about it.

He said you shared a link so he could share it with everyone?

Wait, what?

- No. I... - What?

Alex?

I thought I was clear

when I said I didn't want it out there until it was ready.

I know, I know that. But...

Okay, the Mayor said

that the app could really help the town.

He said the city might even wanna...

Buy it?

You'd like that, wouldn't you?

You did say you want to create and sell an app someday.

Gaby, come on.

That was never my intention.

But wait, wait. Isn't this a good thing?

People are using and enjoying the app.

I just wish you would have respected what I told you.

You know what? This...

This whole thing was a huge mistake.

None of this would have happened if you hadn't come here.

[phone dings]

Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God.

- What is it? - What happened?

It's the e-mail from my top choice school.

I'm too scared to open it.

Come on, mom. Open it.

Go on.

Yeah, open it.

Oh, honey...

I got in!

Yes!

I'm so proud of you!

Thank you.

Where's Alex?

I'll go get him.

We have to tell him.

Alex!

Thank you.

Hey, family.

Family, hey, listen.

Alex is gone

- What? - What did you expect?

But, why?

Maybe he got up early and went out like yesterday.

- Sure. - No. No.

All his bags are gone too, so...

No.

Gaby, do you know where he is?

I have no idea.

We have to find him.

I mean... we need him for the Calendas.

He's supposed to do the dancing.

Well...

Well, if I'm being honest...

we had sort of a situation last night.

He shared the app with the Mayor

who then shared it with the rest of the town.

But... isn't that a good thing?

It wasn't ready to be released.

I haven't had the chance to make sure it worked perfectly.

But it is ready.

We've been all using it.

And all the posts from people this morning

have been super positive.

You don't understand.

I asked Alex not to share it with anyone.

I feel more disappointed than angry.

What are you...?

How did you find me?

I guess it was a bad idea to add the geotagging.

What happened, dude?

How could you do that to Gaby?

What are you talking about?

Gaby thinks you tried to force a deal for the app.

What?

No.

I couldn't care less about the deal or the money.

The Mayor said that the city might want to license the app

from her.

I thought it was gonna be the perfect Christmas gift.

Well, somewhere some wires got crossed.

What exactly did the Mayor say?

I don't know.

I thought I was just giving him the link

for him to check it out in private,

but there was a little bit of a language barrier,

he kept switching between English and Spanish.

I couldn't really understand anything.

Now it's making a little more sense.

Yeah. He would ask questions and I...

would just nod and say "yes, yes, sí, sí".

But I honestly thought that Gaby would like it.

You and your family have been so kind to me.

Why are you leaving, then?

Gaby made it really clear

that none of this would have happened if I hadn't come,

so I thought

it would be the best thing for everybody if I left.

It looks a bit much more like you're running away.

No, it's not what I'm...

If you like her, let me help.

Listen, I... I already changed my flight.

I think it's best if I just go.

You and your family should just...

enjoy the holiday together. It's fine.

You're like family now.

At least think about it!

Gabriela.

- Hey. - I found Alex.

We have to do something.

What?

I know! It's all a misunderstanding.

I have an idea.

Babu.

My love.

Hi.

Gaby, I'm sorry.

No, I'm sorry. This has been a weird week.

What?

- Get on! - For us?

- Yes, get on. - Yes.

- Let's go. - Okay, let's do it.

Wow, what's this?

We love you.

This is bananas.

I hope you know I never meant to...

I know.

It's just...

This whole week...

Well, up until the last 12 hours or so

has been incredible.

[laughs]

And about the app, I swear, I was...

I couldn't have done it without you.

I mean, I could have,

but it wouldn't have been...

as good.

Or as fun.

I really was just trying to help.

I know.

I do think you need to study Spanish.

I know, I know.

If only I had stuck with my Spanish lessons early on,

none of this would have happened.

How about I teach you a very important word?

Okay.

Alex, Alex! I have something for you.

Figured you could use it.

To learn some Español.

And... it's for kids.

Thank you.

Okay, I think we're a little underdressed.

- Should we take care of that? - Agree! Yeah.

Yeah, okay. We'll be right back.

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