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These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:02,066 --> 00:00:02,500 This program is rated G 2 00:00:04,233 --> 00:00:07,300 and is suitable for general audiences. 3 00:00:14,900 --> 00:00:24,667 ♪ 4 00:00:31,367 --> 00:00:41,333 ♪ 5 00:00:42,433 --> 00:00:43,834 Hi! 6 00:00:43,967 --> 00:00:53,400 ♪ 7 00:00:53,533 --> 00:00:55,233 Mike: Good morning, Elmhurst! 8 00:00:55,367 --> 00:00:57,467 It's the first of December, so you know what that means! 9 00:00:57,600 --> 00:01:01,467 It's opening day of Project Christmas Wish! 10 00:01:01,600 --> 00:01:06,367 And on my show today, I have Santa's favorite elf 11 00:01:06,500 --> 00:01:09,633 who makes all of Elmhurst's Christmas wishes come true- 12 00:01:09,767 --> 00:01:11,967 Lucy Keller! 13 00:01:13,367 --> 00:01:14,767 Thank you, Mike, for that introduction 14 00:01:14,900 --> 00:01:17,033 that sets impossibly high standards. 15 00:01:17,166 --> 00:01:21,033 But yes, Project Christmas Wish begins today. 16 00:01:21,166 --> 00:01:23,800 So, come by Be Home Design to make a wish. 17 00:01:23,934 --> 00:01:25,000 And listeners, remember, 18 00:01:25,133 --> 00:01:28,133 there is no ask too big for Project Christmas Wish. 19 00:01:28,266 --> 00:01:30,900 That's true. Because I believe 20 00:01:31,033 --> 00:01:33,266 where there's a wish, there's a way. 21 00:01:34,834 --> 00:01:37,133 Thanks, Lucy. We'll be back after these messages. 22 00:01:37,266 --> 00:01:38,233 Uh, new slogan? 23 00:01:38,367 --> 00:01:40,633 Yeah. I'm trying it out. It was either that or 24 00:01:40,767 --> 00:01:44,600 "Your Christmas wish is my panic, anxiety, and insomnia." 25 00:01:44,734 --> 00:01:46,967 I thought the first one had a little more of a ring to it. 26 00:01:47,100 --> 00:01:48,133 Yeah, I agree. 27 00:01:48,266 --> 00:01:50,266 See you later at the store? - Well, that depends. 28 00:01:50,400 --> 00:01:51,533 Are you gonna bulldoze me 29 00:01:51,667 --> 00:01:53,700 into buying another dozen kids' Christmas toys this year? 30 00:01:53,834 --> 00:01:56,100 Of course I'm not going to bulldoze you. 31 00:01:56,233 --> 00:01:58,734 I'm going to guilt you. 32 00:01:58,867 --> 00:02:01,700 - Even better. Yay. - Merry Christmas, Mike! 33 00:02:01,834 --> 00:02:04,133 - Mike: Merry Christmas! - (chuckling) 34 00:02:06,166 --> 00:02:16,133 ♪ 35 00:02:31,000 --> 00:02:33,166 Joan: Hey! 36 00:02:33,300 --> 00:02:35,467 How'd it go? I've been waiting to hear your voice. 37 00:02:35,600 --> 00:02:36,400 I appreciate the support, 38 00:02:36,533 --> 00:02:38,633 but the promo doesn't air until 9:00 AM. 39 00:02:38,767 --> 00:02:41,033 Ah. So, I have some news. 40 00:02:41,166 --> 00:02:42,500 (gasping) Don't tell me. 41 00:02:42,633 --> 00:02:44,767 You got the gig for the Victorian on Pine? 42 00:02:44,900 --> 00:02:47,200 You mean we did, but yes. They called me last night. 43 00:02:47,333 --> 00:02:48,867 The owners wanna completely redecorate. 44 00:02:49,000 --> 00:02:50,767 It's a huge job! 45 00:02:50,900 --> 00:02:52,600 And speaking of huge jobs, 46 00:02:52,734 --> 00:02:55,633 I did not think you could go more overboard than last year, 47 00:02:55,767 --> 00:02:58,100 but somehow you have proved me wrong. 48 00:02:58,233 --> 00:03:00,533 Overboard? This was nothing. 49 00:03:00,667 --> 00:03:02,734 Lucy, I watched you work on this 24/7 for a week, 50 00:03:02,867 --> 00:03:03,900 barely sleeping. 51 00:03:04,033 --> 00:03:07,166 Which, by the way, how do you look so well rested? 52 00:03:07,300 --> 00:03:09,900 Oh, you know. Just a potentially lethal amount of caffeine. 53 00:03:10,033 --> 00:03:11,600 - Hi, girls! - Hi, Mom. 54 00:03:11,734 --> 00:03:12,700 Hey, Joyce. 55 00:03:12,834 --> 00:03:14,400 Ooh, is that my new dress? 56 00:03:14,533 --> 00:03:16,567 I custom made her a dress for today. 57 00:03:16,700 --> 00:03:17,934 She's gotta look her best for the press. 58 00:03:18,066 --> 00:03:21,834 As do you. After all, you are half of Project Christmas Wish. 59 00:03:21,967 --> 00:03:23,667 Oh, you flatter me. 60 00:03:23,800 --> 00:03:25,734 But I'm an assistant elf at best. 61 00:03:25,867 --> 00:03:27,433 (giggling) 62 00:03:31,700 --> 00:03:32,867 You don't like it? 63 00:03:33,000 --> 00:03:35,033 Um, it's an elf costume. 64 00:03:36,066 --> 00:03:37,200 You said elf! 65 00:03:37,333 --> 00:03:40,000 No, I said "elf-inspired". 66 00:03:40,133 --> 00:03:43,033 As in a Prada-esque nod to an elf. 67 00:03:43,166 --> 00:03:44,400 Like a classy elf out on the town 68 00:03:44,533 --> 00:03:46,066 or a chic elf off to the board room. 69 00:03:46,200 --> 00:03:48,233 This is more Christmas in Middle Earth. 70 00:03:48,367 --> 00:03:51,567 But... so appreciated. 71 00:03:51,700 --> 00:03:53,767 And, of course I'll wear it. 72 00:03:53,900 --> 00:03:55,266 You don't have to. 73 00:03:55,400 --> 00:03:56,867 No, 74 00:03:57,000 --> 00:04:00,500 I'm excited to wear it. It's... 75 00:04:00,633 --> 00:04:01,600 fun. 76 00:04:01,734 --> 00:04:04,467 Good. 77 00:04:04,600 --> 00:04:06,600 Okay! I'm off to the shop. 78 00:04:06,734 --> 00:04:08,900 Lots of holiday alterations to do. 79 00:04:09,033 --> 00:04:10,500 We'll see you girls later. - All right. 80 00:04:10,633 --> 00:04:12,000 - Bye, Mom! - Bye. 81 00:04:13,400 --> 00:04:14,967 Wow. 82 00:04:15,100 --> 00:04:16,300 It's... 83 00:04:16,433 --> 00:04:19,300 so...fun! 84 00:04:19,433 --> 00:04:21,467 I guess you can never have too much Christmas. 85 00:04:21,600 --> 00:04:23,667 I've just had enough Christmas. 86 00:04:23,800 --> 00:04:25,133 Why is that so terrible? 87 00:04:25,266 --> 00:04:26,767 It's not so terrible, honey. 88 00:04:26,900 --> 00:04:28,967 It's just that it's only December 1st. 89 00:04:29,100 --> 00:04:30,633 Yeah, I know, and it feels like the holiday season 90 00:04:30,767 --> 00:04:32,433 will never end. 91 00:04:32,567 --> 00:04:36,300 Lucas, look we know that you miss Stephanie. 92 00:04:36,433 --> 00:04:37,300 (sighing) 93 00:04:37,433 --> 00:04:39,734 And that just makes the holidays harder. 94 00:04:39,867 --> 00:04:41,633 But this could be an opportunity to remember her. 95 00:04:41,767 --> 00:04:43,567 - Mm-hm. - Keep her close. 96 00:04:43,700 --> 00:04:45,934 And also, Max wants a real Christmas. 97 00:04:49,467 --> 00:04:50,734 Hi, Grandma. Hi, Grandpa! 98 00:04:50,867 --> 00:04:53,300 Hey! Max-Max! Mmm! 99 00:04:53,433 --> 00:04:54,633 Hey, look what we brought. 100 00:04:54,767 --> 00:04:55,700 Fresh-made doughnuts! 101 00:04:55,834 --> 00:04:58,266 Grandpa even drew Christmas trees on them for you. 102 00:04:58,400 --> 00:04:59,967 Ooh. Thank you! 103 00:05:00,166 --> 00:05:01,800 Hey! No, Ma'am. 104 00:05:01,934 --> 00:05:03,633 (whispering) I'll save you one. 105 00:05:03,767 --> 00:05:04,734 Good morning, Daddy. 106 00:05:04,867 --> 00:05:05,967 Good morning. Come here. 107 00:05:06,100 --> 00:05:08,333 (wheezing voice) Big hug! 108 00:05:08,467 --> 00:05:11,200 - Too big. - (chuckling) 109 00:05:12,200 --> 00:05:14,800 Daddy, can we get our Christmas tree today? 110 00:05:14,934 --> 00:05:16,133 Um, you know, 111 00:05:16,266 --> 00:05:18,300 I think the Christmas tree lot might be a little busy today. 112 00:05:18,433 --> 00:05:19,967 Why don't we-- why don't we wait a bit? 113 00:05:20,100 --> 00:05:23,333 Why don't you start your breakfast, here you go, 114 00:05:23,467 --> 00:05:25,400 and I'll be right over there. 115 00:05:28,767 --> 00:05:30,233 And next time, ask me before bringing doughnuts 116 00:05:30,367 --> 00:05:31,333 for Max's breakfast. 117 00:05:31,467 --> 00:05:32,633 It's the holidays! 118 00:05:32,767 --> 00:05:34,567 Mike on Radio: I have Santa's favorite elf 119 00:05:34,700 --> 00:05:39,000 who makes all of Elmhurst's Christmas wishes come true. 120 00:05:39,133 --> 00:05:42,066 Lucy: Thank you, Mike. Come by Be Home Design to make a wish. 121 00:05:42,200 --> 00:05:45,066 (music playing) 122 00:05:45,200 --> 00:05:46,400 (radio shutting off) 123 00:05:48,934 --> 00:05:51,867 Daddy, can we go downtown today? 124 00:05:53,100 --> 00:05:54,900 Sure. 125 00:05:57,867 --> 00:05:58,667 What? 126 00:05:58,800 --> 00:06:00,233 You have doughnut sugar on your lip. 127 00:06:00,367 --> 00:06:02,567 Is it right there? 128 00:06:02,700 --> 00:06:05,000 Okay, you can have one doughnut, but finish your eggs first. 129 00:06:12,200 --> 00:06:14,100 Reporter: So, tell us about your Christmas wish. 130 00:06:14,233 --> 00:06:15,767 Well, last year, Project Christmas Wish 131 00:06:15,900 --> 00:06:18,633 brought me Elvis here, which changed my life. 132 00:06:18,767 --> 00:06:21,934 'Cause of Elvis I feel like myself again. 133 00:06:22,066 --> 00:06:23,266 Reporter: That's amazing. 134 00:06:23,400 --> 00:06:25,100 So, what will you wish for this year? 135 00:06:25,233 --> 00:06:26,433 Woman: Well, you know, 136 00:06:26,567 --> 00:06:29,433 I actually don't think I need anything... 137 00:06:29,567 --> 00:06:30,934 Mike. 138 00:06:31,066 --> 00:06:32,800 Here to make Christmas wishes come true again? 139 00:06:32,934 --> 00:06:33,967 Oh, my goodness. 140 00:06:34,100 --> 00:06:35,300 Each ornament was made by a child 141 00:06:35,433 --> 00:06:38,567 with a hope for a special toy beneath their Christmas tree. 142 00:06:38,700 --> 00:06:40,133 That's a lot of toys! 143 00:06:40,266 --> 00:06:41,700 That's a lot of happy children. 144 00:06:41,834 --> 00:06:42,700 Hmm. 145 00:06:42,834 --> 00:06:44,367 - Thank you. - Okay. 146 00:06:44,500 --> 00:06:45,533 The shopping list is inside 147 00:06:45,667 --> 00:06:46,934 and I'll see you tomorrow morning on air. 148 00:06:47,066 --> 00:06:49,400 Great. Wonderful. Thank you. Merry Christmas. 149 00:06:49,533 --> 00:06:51,967 - Merry Christmas! - (chuckling) Yeah. Right. 150 00:06:52,100 --> 00:06:54,633 - Can we get a few words? - No comment. 151 00:06:56,367 --> 00:06:59,633 Oh! Hi, Cullen. Don't your trees look great in here? 152 00:06:59,767 --> 00:07:01,767 - Where's Joan? - She's around here somewhere. 153 00:07:01,900 --> 00:07:02,767 Why, what's going on? 154 00:07:02,900 --> 00:07:04,800 There's something important I need to-- 155 00:07:04,934 --> 00:07:06,266 Hi, honey! 156 00:07:06,400 --> 00:07:07,767 Hi! Darling. 157 00:07:07,900 --> 00:07:09,934 - Hi. - Hi. 158 00:07:10,066 --> 00:07:12,834 I have some trees to sell. 159 00:07:14,166 --> 00:07:15,600 Okay. 160 00:07:15,734 --> 00:07:17,867 Your boyfriend's being weird. 161 00:07:18,000 --> 00:07:20,767 Yeah. Yeah, that's part of his charm. 162 00:07:20,900 --> 00:07:22,800 Lucy, time for a quick interview? 163 00:07:22,934 --> 00:07:25,266 Oh, great. Lemme just find my mom to join us. 164 00:07:25,400 --> 00:07:26,500 Perfect. 165 00:07:29,967 --> 00:07:34,834 ♪ 166 00:07:34,967 --> 00:07:36,900 Daddy, can we go in there? 167 00:07:41,633 --> 00:07:42,900 Man in background: Merry Christmas. 168 00:07:46,633 --> 00:07:49,100 I have a surprise for you, but you can't see. 169 00:07:49,233 --> 00:07:51,800 So, can you go over there? 170 00:07:51,934 --> 00:07:53,767 Sure, just don't talk to strangers. 171 00:07:53,900 --> 00:07:55,433 And be safe, okay? 172 00:07:55,567 --> 00:07:56,700 Okay, Dad. 173 00:07:56,834 --> 00:08:00,133 It's "Daddy". When did I become Dad? 174 00:08:04,734 --> 00:08:07,433 Excuse me. Are you in charge? 175 00:08:07,567 --> 00:08:09,333 Ooh, I don't know if I'm in charge, 176 00:08:09,467 --> 00:08:11,567 but I oversee Project Christmas Wish. 177 00:08:11,700 --> 00:08:12,934 Do you wanna make a wish? 178 00:08:13,066 --> 00:08:14,700 (giggling) Okay. 179 00:08:14,834 --> 00:08:16,266 Just think about what would make you happier 180 00:08:16,400 --> 00:08:18,166 than anything else in the world. 181 00:08:18,300 --> 00:08:20,834 Write it on this card, pop it in the box, and we'll do the rest. 182 00:08:20,967 --> 00:08:23,567 - Thank you! - You're welcome. 183 00:08:36,367 --> 00:08:37,400 Can I help you with something? 184 00:08:37,533 --> 00:08:39,600 Uh, no thank you. 185 00:08:39,734 --> 00:08:40,500 Actually, yes! 186 00:08:40,633 --> 00:08:43,533 Um, what's up with all the horses? 187 00:08:43,667 --> 00:08:46,333 Oh. It's the Elmhurst Christmas Horse. 188 00:08:46,467 --> 00:08:47,333 It's a town tradition. 189 00:08:47,467 --> 00:08:48,900 And why is it a horse? 190 00:08:49,033 --> 00:08:50,400 Because it's Elmhurst's mascot. 191 00:08:50,533 --> 00:08:52,100 Why is that? 192 00:08:52,233 --> 00:08:53,166 Because it is. 193 00:08:53,300 --> 00:08:55,433 So, basically because there's no actual reason, 194 00:08:55,567 --> 00:08:58,734 theoretically, Elmhurst's mascot can be any animal? 195 00:08:58,867 --> 00:09:01,400 - No. - Well, yes, yes. 196 00:09:01,533 --> 00:09:02,500 - No, it couldn't. - But it could. 197 00:09:02,633 --> 00:09:03,400 Not really. 198 00:09:03,533 --> 00:09:04,567 You see where I'm going with this? 199 00:09:04,700 --> 00:09:06,467 No, I don't. It's a horse. It's a Christmas horse. 200 00:09:06,600 --> 00:09:08,066 Okay. 201 00:09:08,200 --> 00:09:09,834 Couldn't be any other animal. It's a Christmas horse. 202 00:09:09,967 --> 00:09:11,100 So, may I interest you in purchasing 203 00:09:11,233 --> 00:09:12,433 one of these Christmas horses 204 00:09:12,567 --> 00:09:15,467 for what I can only assume is your beloved ornament collection 205 00:09:15,600 --> 00:09:18,700 with which you so wholeheartedly celebrate the holidays? 206 00:09:20,233 --> 00:09:22,266 No thank you, Mrs. Claus. I'm good. 207 00:09:25,967 --> 00:09:27,300 I'm a fun elf! 208 00:09:28,433 --> 00:09:29,567 Not so fun to me. 209 00:09:29,700 --> 00:09:31,100 Ready to go, sweetie? 210 00:09:38,967 --> 00:09:40,934 Do I look like Mrs. Claus to you? 211 00:09:42,800 --> 00:09:44,800 Joyce: Look, Mr. Mittens! 212 00:09:44,934 --> 00:09:46,633 It's the most successful Project Christmas Wish yet. 213 00:09:46,767 --> 00:09:47,600 It may be. 214 00:09:47,734 --> 00:09:50,266 First let's see how many of these wishes 215 00:09:50,400 --> 00:09:52,567 we can make come true. 216 00:09:52,700 --> 00:09:54,734 All right. I'll sort, you make a list, we'll divide and conquer? 217 00:09:54,867 --> 00:09:56,900 Yes. (chuckling) 218 00:09:57,033 --> 00:09:58,066 Okay. 219 00:09:58,200 --> 00:10:01,333 "Dear Project Christmas Wish, Christmas means home 220 00:10:01,467 --> 00:10:03,834 "and it's not quite home without family. 221 00:10:03,967 --> 00:10:06,066 "So, what would truly make this Christmas for me 222 00:10:06,200 --> 00:10:07,333 "is for my son to come home from base." 223 00:10:07,467 --> 00:10:09,233 - Who's it from? - Cheryl Wallace. 224 00:10:09,367 --> 00:10:12,667 Her son Parker is stationed at a base in San Diego. 225 00:10:12,800 --> 00:10:15,300 I know last year flights were too expensive to bring him home. 226 00:10:15,433 --> 00:10:16,600 Then why didn't she wish last year? 227 00:10:16,734 --> 00:10:17,667 I don't know. 228 00:10:17,800 --> 00:10:20,333 Every year she runs the wreath-making event 229 00:10:20,467 --> 00:10:23,900 to benefit Project Christmas Wish but never actually wishes. 230 00:10:24,033 --> 00:10:25,767 Then let's make this a priority. 231 00:10:25,900 --> 00:10:26,800 (music playing on radio) 232 00:10:26,934 --> 00:10:29,233 ♪ Hap-hap-hap-happy new year 233 00:10:29,367 --> 00:10:30,233 Here you go. 234 00:10:30,367 --> 00:10:31,834 ♪ Hap-hap-hap-happy new year 235 00:10:31,967 --> 00:10:35,600 ♪ Hap-hap-hap-happy new year to me ♪ 236 00:10:37,300 --> 00:10:38,600 Mike on radio: Just a couple more carols 237 00:10:38,734 --> 00:10:39,834 to get your morning started right-- 238 00:10:39,967 --> 00:10:40,700 Thank you, sweetheart. 239 00:10:40,834 --> 00:10:43,266 --and then I'll have Lucy on my show 240 00:10:43,400 --> 00:10:46,266 with a Project Christmas Wish update. 241 00:10:46,400 --> 00:10:48,667 Grandpa? 242 00:10:48,800 --> 00:10:50,767 Can you please take me to the radio station? 243 00:10:50,900 --> 00:10:51,934 Why, honey? 244 00:10:52,066 --> 00:10:54,900 'Cause the Project Christmas Wish people are there, 245 00:10:55,033 --> 00:10:57,633 and I have a wish I wanna make. 246 00:10:57,767 --> 00:11:01,033 Please? I'd be super happy. 247 00:11:01,166 --> 00:11:03,066 And it's all I want for Christmas. 248 00:11:05,333 --> 00:11:06,500 Okay, Max-Max. 249 00:11:06,633 --> 00:11:07,800 - Really? - Really? 250 00:11:07,934 --> 00:11:10,533 Why don't you go grab your jacket and meet me by the door? 251 00:11:12,934 --> 00:11:15,300 I remember don't think Lucas will agree to this. 252 00:11:15,433 --> 00:11:17,066 Well then, maybe we don't ask him. 253 00:11:17,200 --> 00:11:18,200 I know, I know. 254 00:11:18,333 --> 00:11:20,800 But look how happy Max is. 255 00:11:20,934 --> 00:11:22,667 Isn't that what really matters? 256 00:11:22,800 --> 00:11:24,633 It's time for Lucas to get on board. It's Christmas. 257 00:11:24,767 --> 00:11:26,500 And how can he say no to Max's wish? 258 00:11:26,633 --> 00:11:27,867 (mouthing words) Come on! 259 00:11:28,000 --> 00:11:30,433 I think he'll assume this is for the best and he'll come around. 260 00:11:31,633 --> 00:11:32,667 Yep. 261 00:11:35,600 --> 00:11:37,667 - Like this one? - Remix! 262 00:11:37,800 --> 00:11:39,567 - This is a good one! - (Mike humming) 263 00:11:39,700 --> 00:11:41,033 (jazzy Christmas song playing) 264 00:11:41,166 --> 00:11:43,867 Grandpa: Excuse me. Hi. 265 00:11:44,000 --> 00:11:45,800 Mike: Looks like we got some guests! 266 00:11:45,934 --> 00:11:49,066 Grandpa, that's her. The elf from the store! 267 00:11:49,200 --> 00:11:51,333 I remember you. 268 00:11:51,467 --> 00:11:53,066 Did you make your Project Christmas Wish? 269 00:11:53,200 --> 00:11:54,200 Not yet. 270 00:11:54,333 --> 00:11:57,667 But...I'm here now! 271 00:11:59,100 --> 00:12:02,600 Why don't you just tell Lucy your wish on air? 272 00:12:02,734 --> 00:12:04,767 Really? Can I? 273 00:12:04,900 --> 00:12:06,934 It's okay with me if it's okay with your grandpa. 274 00:12:08,166 --> 00:12:09,700 You're gonna be on the radio! 275 00:12:09,834 --> 00:12:10,734 Lucy: All right, you ready? 276 00:12:10,867 --> 00:12:12,767 Come on. Grab that chair. 277 00:12:16,667 --> 00:12:20,567 Mike on radio: This is Morning Mike coming to you 278 00:12:20,700 --> 00:12:22,467 with a special surprise guest here 279 00:12:22,600 --> 00:12:25,900 to make an in-person Project Christmas Wish. 280 00:12:26,033 --> 00:12:27,567 Welcome, Max. 281 00:12:27,700 --> 00:12:29,133 Max: Hi. 282 00:12:31,200 --> 00:12:32,266 Tell us about your wish. 283 00:12:32,400 --> 00:12:35,033 - Um-- - You're doing great. 284 00:12:35,166 --> 00:12:38,633 Well, my family used to have the best Christmases. 285 00:12:38,767 --> 00:12:41,867 We'd decorate the tree and bake gingerbread and go ice skating. 286 00:12:42,000 --> 00:12:43,633 It was perfect. 287 00:12:43,767 --> 00:12:45,567 And my dad was always happy. 288 00:12:45,700 --> 00:12:50,400 But then, three years ago, my mom died. 289 00:12:50,533 --> 00:12:52,266 And now we don't do any of that, 290 00:12:52,400 --> 00:12:54,367 and my dad seems kinda sad. 291 00:12:54,500 --> 00:12:57,133 So, my Project Christmas Wish 292 00:12:57,266 --> 00:12:59,300 is for a Christmas like we used to have, 293 00:12:59,433 --> 00:13:01,867 with my mom. 294 00:13:02,000 --> 00:13:04,300 So my dad will be happy again. 295 00:13:07,000 --> 00:13:09,633 Your wish is my command. 296 00:13:09,767 --> 00:13:12,300 Mike: Sounds like we have our Project Christmas Wish 297 00:13:12,433 --> 00:13:14,500 of the season! Boom! 298 00:13:14,633 --> 00:13:16,100 More coming up right after this. 299 00:13:16,233 --> 00:13:17,667 Make sure you guys stay tuned. 300 00:13:17,800 --> 00:13:19,066 This is bad. 301 00:13:22,400 --> 00:13:24,200 Lucy: That was fun! 302 00:13:24,333 --> 00:13:26,867 I'm so glad you came. 303 00:13:28,300 --> 00:13:29,500 Wait a second, what are you doing here? 304 00:13:29,633 --> 00:13:31,000 I'm Project Christmas Wish. 305 00:13:31,133 --> 00:13:32,367 What are you doing here? 306 00:13:32,500 --> 00:13:35,633 I'm Max's dad, the parent that should've been asked permission 307 00:13:35,767 --> 00:13:37,667 before granting Max's wish. 308 00:13:39,400 --> 00:13:41,667 I'm sorry, I assumed she had your permission. 309 00:13:41,800 --> 00:13:44,433 To broadcast our personal lives all over the radio? 310 00:13:44,567 --> 00:13:46,300 No, she did not. 311 00:13:46,433 --> 00:13:48,033 Would you excuse us just a moment? 312 00:13:48,166 --> 00:13:50,000 Lucas. 313 00:13:50,133 --> 00:13:51,100 This could be a good thing. 314 00:13:51,233 --> 00:13:53,166 Oh, yeah, to be the focal point of town gossip 315 00:13:53,300 --> 00:13:55,367 could be a great thing. 316 00:13:55,500 --> 00:13:57,000 Hey, don't flatter yourself, buddy. 317 00:13:57,133 --> 00:13:59,767 Regardless of what Max said on air, this isn't about you. 318 00:13:59,900 --> 00:14:02,433 It's about Max. 319 00:14:08,300 --> 00:14:09,900 Let's go home and talk, okay? 320 00:14:18,200 --> 00:14:20,066 I am so sorry about all this. 321 00:14:20,200 --> 00:14:21,266 I did not see it going this way. 322 00:14:21,400 --> 00:14:23,200 It's okay, I understand. 323 00:14:23,333 --> 00:14:27,767 That was... a surprising wish. 324 00:14:27,900 --> 00:14:30,033 Plus, he lost someone. That's really hard. 325 00:14:30,166 --> 00:14:32,567 It is. Especially this time of year. 326 00:14:35,400 --> 00:14:38,600 But I do think he'll come around. 327 00:14:45,000 --> 00:14:47,166 Lucas: Muffin, why didn't you tell me any of this? 328 00:14:47,300 --> 00:14:50,033 Because I know it makes you sad, 329 00:14:50,166 --> 00:14:52,600 and I wanted you to be happy. 330 00:14:52,734 --> 00:14:55,367 And I just... 331 00:14:55,500 --> 00:14:58,066 I want Christmas like it used to be. 332 00:15:03,033 --> 00:15:04,467 I know. 333 00:15:06,600 --> 00:15:08,400 I know. 334 00:15:08,533 --> 00:15:09,867 Me too. 335 00:15:21,400 --> 00:15:23,467 And he comes storming up screaming. 336 00:15:23,600 --> 00:15:25,100 Well, maybe not screaming, per se, 337 00:15:25,233 --> 00:15:28,000 but his tone was quite severe. 338 00:15:28,133 --> 00:15:30,734 So, are you gonna pick a new Big wish of the season? 339 00:15:30,867 --> 00:15:33,433 Of course not. I'm doubling down. 340 00:15:33,567 --> 00:15:35,500 (chuckling) That's much more in character. 341 00:15:35,633 --> 00:15:36,800 I already made a whole plan. 342 00:15:36,934 --> 00:15:40,166 Operation Christ-Max Wish. 343 00:15:40,300 --> 00:15:42,633 Goal- make a Christmas magic again. 344 00:15:42,767 --> 00:15:44,333 How'd you do this already? 345 00:15:46,266 --> 00:15:47,467 What's that look? 346 00:15:47,600 --> 00:15:49,266 I know what this means to you, 347 00:15:49,400 --> 00:15:51,600 and I know why it means it to you. 348 00:15:51,734 --> 00:15:54,233 But, Max isn't you. 349 00:15:54,367 --> 00:15:57,300 Of course. I know that. 350 00:16:01,667 --> 00:16:03,200 I know you've had Max's best interests at heart, 351 00:16:03,333 --> 00:16:04,500 but you should've asked me first. 352 00:16:04,633 --> 00:16:06,867 We know. We messed up. 353 00:16:07,000 --> 00:16:08,166 "We"? 354 00:16:08,300 --> 00:16:12,033 But really, we're so sorry. 355 00:16:12,166 --> 00:16:13,500 So, what are you gonna do? 356 00:16:13,633 --> 00:16:15,300 What can I do? 357 00:16:15,433 --> 00:16:16,900 I'm between a holiday and a hard place. 358 00:16:17,033 --> 00:16:17,967 I mean, Max is beyond excited 359 00:16:18,100 --> 00:16:20,166 and I would be the biggest Grinch of all time 360 00:16:20,300 --> 00:16:21,367 if I took that away from her. 361 00:16:21,500 --> 00:16:24,667 Plus the town is already buzzing about "Christmas Dad". 362 00:16:24,800 --> 00:16:26,133 Christmas Dad? 363 00:16:26,266 --> 00:16:27,033 Oh, yeah. 364 00:16:27,166 --> 00:16:28,367 That's what Elmhurst has nicknamed 365 00:16:28,500 --> 00:16:29,900 the new focal point of their gossip. 366 00:16:30,033 --> 00:16:32,000 - Well, it's catchy. - (giggling) 367 00:16:34,200 --> 00:16:35,633 How can I say no? 368 00:16:35,767 --> 00:16:37,533 But also, doesn't it seem kinda weird 369 00:16:37,667 --> 00:16:40,033 to have a stranger celebrate Christmas with my daughter? 370 00:16:40,166 --> 00:16:41,700 And especially that stranger? 371 00:16:41,834 --> 00:16:44,800 Hon, Lucy isn't a stranger. 372 00:16:44,934 --> 00:16:46,233 Yeah, in the five years we've lived here, 373 00:16:46,367 --> 00:16:47,700 we've gotten to know her well. 374 00:16:47,834 --> 00:16:49,467 She's a town gem! 375 00:16:49,600 --> 00:16:51,734 And maybe exactly what you two need right now. 376 00:16:51,867 --> 00:16:53,300 How do you figure? 377 00:16:53,433 --> 00:16:55,033 Because I know Max's wish was for a Christmas 378 00:16:55,166 --> 00:16:57,967 like she used to have, but maybe, 379 00:16:58,100 --> 00:17:00,066 instead of trying to relive what used to be, 380 00:17:00,200 --> 00:17:03,066 Lucy could help you create something new. 381 00:17:03,200 --> 00:17:05,166 (sighing) 382 00:17:06,767 --> 00:17:09,567 Maybe. Maybe. 383 00:17:12,900 --> 00:17:14,233 Thank you. 384 00:17:24,033 --> 00:17:24,967 Back for the horse ornament? 385 00:17:25,100 --> 00:17:29,200 I'm back to say I am sorry for how I reacted. 386 00:17:29,333 --> 00:17:32,367 And you're super excited to make Max's Christmas wish come true? 387 00:17:32,500 --> 00:17:36,233 No. No, it's, uh, you know, it's complicated. 388 00:17:36,367 --> 00:17:37,767 I understand. 389 00:17:37,900 --> 00:17:39,000 But it's Christmas, 390 00:17:39,133 --> 00:17:41,800 and Christmas should be a relief from the complicated, 391 00:17:41,934 --> 00:17:43,800 especially for a kid. 392 00:17:43,934 --> 00:17:47,233 I know you and Max lost someone, 393 00:17:47,367 --> 00:17:50,467 and remembering is hard. 394 00:17:50,600 --> 00:17:53,300 Believe me, forgetting is harder. 395 00:17:56,533 --> 00:17:59,200 Okay. Fine. 396 00:17:59,333 --> 00:18:02,100 You can do one Christmas activity with Max. 397 00:18:02,233 --> 00:18:03,367 That should scratch the itch. 398 00:18:03,500 --> 00:18:05,000 How's that gonna scratch the itch? 399 00:18:05,133 --> 00:18:06,700 Plus, she's the Christmas wish of the season. 400 00:18:06,834 --> 00:18:09,300 But you're the boss. 401 00:18:09,433 --> 00:18:11,700 So, I assume you don't have a Christmas tree yet? 402 00:18:11,834 --> 00:18:12,967 Nope. 403 00:18:13,100 --> 00:18:14,200 Okay. Well then, 404 00:18:14,333 --> 00:18:16,633 meet me at the lot on Lowell Street tomorrow afternoon. 405 00:18:19,767 --> 00:18:22,467 By the way, did you start this Christmas Dad thing? 406 00:18:22,600 --> 00:18:24,467 What Christmas Dad thing? 407 00:18:35,700 --> 00:18:36,600 Cullen: Is Joan here? 408 00:18:36,734 --> 00:18:38,533 Good morning, Cullen. 409 00:18:38,667 --> 00:18:40,467 No, she's not here yet. She's still on-site 410 00:18:40,600 --> 00:18:41,233 but she should be-- 411 00:18:41,367 --> 00:18:43,033 Actually, I'm here to see you. 412 00:18:43,166 --> 00:18:45,100 I wanna make a Christmas wish. 413 00:18:45,233 --> 00:18:47,100 (gasping) Mm! Do tell! 414 00:18:47,233 --> 00:18:48,900 I wanna propose to Joan. 415 00:18:49,033 --> 00:18:51,934 Yes! Oh, how exciting! 416 00:18:52,066 --> 00:18:52,967 How can I help? 417 00:18:53,100 --> 00:18:54,633 Well, believe it or not, 418 00:18:54,767 --> 00:18:56,133 I'm not the most romantic. 419 00:18:56,266 --> 00:18:58,400 So, I was hoping you had some ideas? 420 00:18:58,533 --> 00:19:00,533 I have a million ideas! 421 00:19:00,667 --> 00:19:02,000 Oh! Hi. 422 00:19:04,767 --> 00:19:07,166 What's going on? - I-- 423 00:19:07,300 --> 00:19:08,200 Well-- 424 00:19:08,333 --> 00:19:09,433 I was just telling Cullen 425 00:19:09,567 --> 00:19:10,834 that Christmas Dad came around 426 00:19:10,967 --> 00:19:14,100 and he's allowing me one Christmas activity. 427 00:19:14,233 --> 00:19:16,333 So, Cullen has graciously offered 428 00:19:16,467 --> 00:19:19,633 to gift Max a tree she picks out from his lot. 429 00:19:19,767 --> 00:19:22,667 Well, Cullen is very sweet and generous. 430 00:19:22,800 --> 00:19:25,467 And one holiday activity is progress. 431 00:19:25,600 --> 00:19:28,300 Well, I see it more as a jumping off point for negotiations. 432 00:19:28,433 --> 00:19:30,333 You think he'll budge? 433 00:19:30,467 --> 00:19:31,700 We'll see. 434 00:19:31,834 --> 00:19:33,600 All I know is I have a can-do holiday spirit 435 00:19:33,734 --> 00:19:35,600 and too much caffeine and sugar running through my veins, 436 00:19:35,734 --> 00:19:36,600 so what is that spell? 437 00:19:36,734 --> 00:19:39,433 Christmas magic! - Catastrophe! 438 00:19:39,567 --> 00:19:41,467 The answer was-- it was Christmas magic. 439 00:19:41,600 --> 00:19:42,700 Christmas magic. 440 00:19:42,834 --> 00:19:45,166 - I don't know about that. - Okay. I'll see you later. 441 00:19:45,300 --> 00:19:47,000 See ya, honey. 442 00:19:48,900 --> 00:19:50,500 (mouthing words) 443 00:19:52,133 --> 00:19:53,734 (giggling) 444 00:19:56,433 --> 00:19:59,033 - Hi, Max! - This is awesome. 445 00:19:59,166 --> 00:20:00,066 Can I run ahead and look? 446 00:20:00,200 --> 00:20:02,333 Uh, yeah. Just make sure I can see you, okay? 447 00:20:04,133 --> 00:20:05,667 Pick us out a good tree! 448 00:20:05,800 --> 00:20:07,567 I'm trusting you. 449 00:20:08,633 --> 00:20:12,300 (sighing) 450 00:20:12,433 --> 00:20:13,266 So, you recently moved here? 451 00:20:13,400 --> 00:20:16,200 Yeah, about six months ago from Boston. 452 00:20:16,333 --> 00:20:18,200 I grew up there. Max was born there. 453 00:20:18,333 --> 00:20:21,867 My parents just retired here and I wanted to be close. 454 00:20:22,000 --> 00:20:24,266 Plus, I can work remotely. - Oh, what do you do? 455 00:20:24,400 --> 00:20:26,934 - Software engineer. - That explains it. 456 00:20:27,066 --> 00:20:27,934 Explains what? 457 00:20:28,066 --> 00:20:31,266 The sense I got of a logic-based brain. 458 00:20:31,400 --> 00:20:33,967 Because of the Christmas horse? 459 00:20:35,900 --> 00:20:40,033 Never mind. So, any hobbies or interests? 460 00:20:40,166 --> 00:20:41,500 (sighing) 461 00:20:41,633 --> 00:20:42,533 Mainly just trying to juggle. 462 00:20:42,667 --> 00:20:45,700 Stop it! You juggle? 463 00:20:45,834 --> 00:20:47,200 I mean juggle life. 464 00:20:47,333 --> 00:20:50,333 Being a dad, work, personal time. 465 00:20:50,467 --> 00:20:53,166 Oh. That's a lot less fun than actual juggling, 466 00:20:53,300 --> 00:20:55,900 but definitely more meaningful. 467 00:20:58,133 --> 00:20:59,533 What about you? Are you from here? 468 00:20:59,667 --> 00:21:02,567 Yep. I grew up here, left for college, 469 00:21:02,700 --> 00:21:04,900 moved to Austin, and worked for a children's non-profit, 470 00:21:05,033 --> 00:21:06,100 then came back home. 471 00:21:06,233 --> 00:21:08,433 Oh, is that when you started Project Christmas Wish? 472 00:21:08,567 --> 00:21:11,066 Yeah. I'm not just the founder. 473 00:21:11,200 --> 00:21:13,066 I am also a member. 474 00:21:13,200 --> 00:21:16,600 My mom helps, but it's a full-time job. 475 00:21:16,734 --> 00:21:17,800 Granting wishes 476 00:21:17,934 --> 00:21:20,433 and preparing for the Christmas Carnival Fundraiser. 477 00:21:20,567 --> 00:21:22,767 It's a big, two-day event we host 478 00:21:22,900 --> 00:21:24,667 that funds Project Christmas Wish. 479 00:21:24,800 --> 00:21:26,266 It's the two days before Christmas Eve. 480 00:21:26,400 --> 00:21:27,834 You'll have to bring Max. 481 00:21:27,967 --> 00:21:28,734 As the wish of the season, 482 00:21:28,867 --> 00:21:30,400 she'll be the Queen of the Carnival. 483 00:21:30,533 --> 00:21:32,166 Yeah. We'll see. (sniffing) 484 00:21:32,300 --> 00:21:33,767 Cullen: Hey, Luce! 485 00:21:33,900 --> 00:21:36,100 - Hey! - Hey! 486 00:21:36,233 --> 00:21:39,400 Oh! You must be Christmas Dad! 487 00:21:39,533 --> 00:21:42,033 You know what? You are in great hands with Lucy. 488 00:21:42,166 --> 00:21:43,233 She's actually helping 489 00:21:43,367 --> 00:21:45,700 make my Christmas wish come true too. 490 00:21:45,834 --> 00:21:48,400 And your tree's on me. 491 00:21:48,533 --> 00:21:51,333 Oh, that's-- you know what, that's not necessary. 492 00:21:51,467 --> 00:21:53,433 Come on. Of course it is... 493 00:21:53,567 --> 00:21:54,433 Christmas Dad. 494 00:21:54,567 --> 00:21:56,600 Well, when you-- when you put it like that. 495 00:21:56,734 --> 00:21:57,734 Thank you. 496 00:21:58,900 --> 00:21:59,867 I found our tree! 497 00:22:00,066 --> 00:22:02,233 Can we take it home and decorate it with Lucy? 498 00:22:02,367 --> 00:22:03,867 Please? 499 00:22:11,100 --> 00:22:12,567 This is from where we used to live. 500 00:22:12,700 --> 00:22:15,433 (gasping) That's pretty! 501 00:22:15,567 --> 00:22:16,967 Do you miss Boston? 502 00:22:17,100 --> 00:22:19,166 I miss my friends. 503 00:22:19,300 --> 00:22:20,166 Have you made any friends here? 504 00:22:20,300 --> 00:22:22,600 Everyone in my class already has friends. 505 00:22:22,734 --> 00:22:24,667 Ready? 506 00:22:24,800 --> 00:22:25,800 All right. Here you go. 507 00:22:25,934 --> 00:22:27,500 That's for you. Hold on tight. 508 00:22:27,633 --> 00:22:29,333 (grunting) 509 00:22:29,467 --> 00:22:30,967 You are getting heavy! 510 00:22:31,100 --> 00:22:33,633 Next year you are gonna be lifting me. 511 00:22:33,767 --> 00:22:35,633 - (giggling) - There you go. 512 00:22:37,700 --> 00:22:39,500 Shall we plug it in? 513 00:22:40,800 --> 00:22:42,667 All right, here we go. 514 00:22:42,800 --> 00:22:43,734 (gasping) 515 00:22:43,867 --> 00:22:45,734 Oh! 516 00:22:45,867 --> 00:22:47,300 So pretty! 517 00:22:47,433 --> 00:22:48,567 I love it! 518 00:22:48,700 --> 00:22:50,467 So, what are we gonna do next? 519 00:22:50,600 --> 00:22:52,133 Bake gingerbread? Go ice skating? 520 00:22:52,266 --> 00:22:53,266 Ah. 521 00:22:53,400 --> 00:22:55,800 Guess it didn't scratch that itch. 522 00:22:55,934 --> 00:22:56,834 This is gonna end, is it? 523 00:22:56,967 --> 00:22:58,467 Little over two weeks until Christmas Eve 524 00:22:58,600 --> 00:23:00,834 and then I promise it ends. 525 00:23:00,967 --> 00:23:02,066 (Lucas sighing) 526 00:23:02,200 --> 00:23:06,233 But until then... 527 00:23:06,367 --> 00:23:08,033 Project Christ-Max Wish. 528 00:23:08,166 --> 00:23:10,834 A detailed, no-fail plan 529 00:23:10,967 --> 00:23:12,867 for the perfect Christmas for you both. 530 00:23:13,000 --> 00:23:14,467 A Christmas where what used to be 531 00:23:14,600 --> 00:23:16,500 meets what could be. 532 00:23:16,633 --> 00:23:18,700 Okay. Fine. 533 00:23:18,834 --> 00:23:22,033 That's the spirit... Christmas Dad. 534 00:23:23,333 --> 00:23:24,867 So, what do you know about wreath making? 535 00:23:25,000 --> 00:23:27,567 Nothing. But I'm a quick study. 536 00:23:30,200 --> 00:23:31,567 Shouldn't we be focusing on wishes 537 00:23:31,700 --> 00:23:33,500 instead of the fundraiser? 538 00:23:33,633 --> 00:23:35,066 We still have two weeks until the carnival. 539 00:23:35,200 --> 00:23:38,533 I know. But I told Max she was carnival guest of honor. 540 00:23:38,667 --> 00:23:40,166 I just wanna make sure it's extra special. 541 00:23:40,300 --> 00:23:42,700 But you're right, we should be focusing on wishes. 542 00:23:42,834 --> 00:23:44,367 Any updates? 543 00:23:44,500 --> 00:23:46,200 Well, we have all these broad wishes this season. 544 00:23:46,333 --> 00:23:48,533 Folks wanting friends to spend the holidays with, 545 00:23:48,667 --> 00:23:49,433 and wishes for love. 546 00:23:49,567 --> 00:23:50,967 And I'm not sure how to grant those. 547 00:23:51,100 --> 00:23:55,133 Well, you could start dating again. 548 00:23:55,266 --> 00:23:57,233 Oh, are we talking about people dating again? 549 00:23:57,367 --> 00:23:59,900 And what's happening with bringing Cheryl's son Parker 550 00:24:00,100 --> 00:24:01,300 home from base? - (chuckling) 551 00:24:01,433 --> 00:24:03,367 It's happening. I put the word out 552 00:24:03,500 --> 00:24:05,600 and people started donating airline points. 553 00:24:05,734 --> 00:24:07,100 And then Josie from the travel agency 554 00:24:07,233 --> 00:24:09,133 pulled some strings for discounted airfare. 555 00:24:09,266 --> 00:24:10,400 Oh, love it. 556 00:24:10,533 --> 00:24:12,600 Well, I wrangled a dozen tablets for the elementary school. 557 00:24:12,734 --> 00:24:15,033 That was principal Wilson's wish. 558 00:24:15,166 --> 00:24:16,266 And Jessica Aleman wished for a car. 559 00:24:16,400 --> 00:24:18,700 Taking the bus to work was adding hours to her commute 560 00:24:18,834 --> 00:24:20,467 so Teaghan Franks is gifting an old car 561 00:24:20,600 --> 00:24:21,867 she doesn't use any more. 562 00:24:22,000 --> 00:24:23,467 Yay, us! 563 00:24:23,600 --> 00:24:25,934 And um, how's our big wish of the season? 564 00:24:26,066 --> 00:24:27,700 Well, it's just ramping up, 565 00:24:27,834 --> 00:24:29,467 but Max is really enjoying it. 566 00:24:29,600 --> 00:24:33,133 And she's just adorable. The sweetest. 567 00:24:33,266 --> 00:24:35,867 Her father, on the other hand... 568 00:24:36,000 --> 00:24:37,800 I've met prickly people before, 569 00:24:37,934 --> 00:24:39,700 but he's a walking cactus. 570 00:24:39,834 --> 00:24:41,567 - It's just a Christmas tree. - Maybe. 571 00:24:41,700 --> 00:24:43,900 Or maybe it's you two bouncing back. 572 00:24:44,033 --> 00:24:45,266 Angela: Celebrating Christmas, 573 00:24:45,400 --> 00:24:48,200 building a home, 574 00:24:48,333 --> 00:24:49,934 finding love again? 575 00:24:51,266 --> 00:24:52,734 It's okay to be happy again, Lucas. 576 00:24:52,867 --> 00:24:55,800 Maybe it's time to start to date. 577 00:24:55,934 --> 00:24:57,400 Daddy, are you gonna date? 578 00:24:57,533 --> 00:24:58,967 What? No. (scoffing) 579 00:24:59,100 --> 00:25:00,934 No, Grandpa didn't say date, he said-- 580 00:25:01,066 --> 00:25:02,200 - Mate! - That's not better. 581 00:25:02,333 --> 00:25:03,967 - I meant hate. - Making it worse. 582 00:25:04,100 --> 00:25:06,900 I meant enervate. Situate. Hibernate. 583 00:25:08,133 --> 00:25:09,867 That's all I got. 584 00:25:10,000 --> 00:25:11,200 Max, please go get your shoes. 585 00:25:11,333 --> 00:25:12,734 We're gonna go to Lucy's soon, okay? 586 00:25:15,767 --> 00:25:18,934 Really? Mate? 587 00:25:19,066 --> 00:25:20,967 That was truly a legendary accomplishment 588 00:25:21,100 --> 00:25:22,700 in making a bad situation worse. 589 00:25:22,834 --> 00:25:25,200 Enh. We all have our strengths. 590 00:25:25,333 --> 00:25:27,367 - (Angela chuckling) - You are ridiculous. 591 00:25:31,767 --> 00:25:34,300 - Lucas: Excited? - Max: I'm very excited. 592 00:25:34,433 --> 00:25:35,867 (doorbell ringing) 593 00:25:40,800 --> 00:25:42,633 Welcome. 594 00:25:42,767 --> 00:25:44,033 Come on in! 595 00:25:44,166 --> 00:25:45,533 You really like Christmas! 596 00:25:45,667 --> 00:25:47,533 That just become clear now? 597 00:25:47,667 --> 00:25:49,400 (cat meowing) 598 00:25:49,533 --> 00:25:50,700 You have a cat? 599 00:25:50,834 --> 00:25:52,166 Meet Mr. Mittens. 600 00:25:52,300 --> 00:25:54,200 Your cat's name is Mr. Mittens? 601 00:25:54,333 --> 00:25:55,500 No, it's Spike. 602 00:25:55,633 --> 00:25:58,367 He is vicious, so I'd keep my distance. 603 00:26:00,834 --> 00:26:01,800 Mm-hm. 604 00:26:03,100 --> 00:26:04,266 Are you ready to bake cookies? 605 00:26:05,934 --> 00:26:07,300 So, tomorrow is the wreath decorating event 606 00:26:07,433 --> 00:26:08,367 I told you about, 607 00:26:08,500 --> 00:26:10,400 and I invited my friends and their daughter Sonia 608 00:26:10,533 --> 00:26:11,934 who I think you'll really like. 609 00:26:12,066 --> 00:26:14,533 And I thought we could bring cookies to break the ice. 610 00:26:14,667 --> 00:26:17,467 There's no better way to make a friend than with a cookie. 611 00:26:17,600 --> 00:26:22,300 ♪ Jingle bells, jiggle bells 612 00:26:22,433 --> 00:26:24,967 ♪ Jingle all the way 613 00:26:25,100 --> 00:26:27,700 Mr. Mittens and I have a lot of time on our hands. 614 00:26:27,834 --> 00:26:29,333 I thought this should fit you. 615 00:26:31,200 --> 00:26:32,066 It's perfect. 616 00:26:32,200 --> 00:26:34,100 I didn't know if you had any food allergies 617 00:26:34,233 --> 00:26:36,367 so I found a gluten-free, soy-free, egg-free, 618 00:26:36,500 --> 00:26:37,967 dairy-free, nut-free, of course, 619 00:26:38,100 --> 00:26:38,900 Christmas cookie recipe! 620 00:26:39,033 --> 00:26:40,934 Ah. Just like grandma used to bake. 621 00:26:44,567 --> 00:26:46,367 Lucy: Max, you wanna start on the dry ingredients? 622 00:26:46,500 --> 00:26:49,767 All right, let's make these cookies very sweet. 623 00:26:49,900 --> 00:26:51,567 Are there five? There should be five. 624 00:26:51,700 --> 00:26:52,800 Max: There's four. 625 00:26:52,934 --> 00:26:55,400 Lucy: What we'll do is we'll put a little bit like that. 626 00:26:58,000 --> 00:27:00,467 (inhaling) 627 00:27:00,600 --> 00:27:04,800 Muffin... 628 00:27:05,800 --> 00:27:07,200 What is it? 629 00:27:07,333 --> 00:27:11,233 Mommy and me used to do this together. 630 00:27:15,433 --> 00:27:17,166 (sighing) 631 00:27:17,300 --> 00:27:20,300 You know, Max, 632 00:27:20,433 --> 00:27:22,667 my dad passed away when I was about your age. 633 00:27:22,800 --> 00:27:23,867 Really? 634 00:27:24,000 --> 00:27:25,734 How'd you stop feeling sad? 635 00:27:28,567 --> 00:27:30,266 That's a really good question. 636 00:27:30,400 --> 00:27:32,367 Can I think about it a little and get back to you? 637 00:27:34,066 --> 00:27:35,033 Okay. 638 00:27:38,734 --> 00:27:40,266 (sighing) 639 00:27:40,400 --> 00:27:41,767 She's eight years old, 640 00:27:41,900 --> 00:27:43,200 they've only been here for about a month, 641 00:27:43,333 --> 00:27:45,567 and, oh-- I think I see them. 642 00:27:47,967 --> 00:27:49,133 Hi, Max! 643 00:27:49,266 --> 00:27:50,033 Hi! 644 00:27:50,166 --> 00:27:51,333 I think you're going to love Sonia. 645 00:27:51,467 --> 00:27:52,667 Come on. 646 00:27:54,934 --> 00:27:58,433 Lucas, these are Sonia's parents, Melanie and Nolan. 647 00:27:58,567 --> 00:28:01,266 Max, this is Sonia. - Hi. 648 00:28:01,400 --> 00:28:02,500 Hi! 649 00:28:02,633 --> 00:28:06,500 Did you know that you both love unicorns and rainbows? 650 00:28:06,633 --> 00:28:08,033 Talk amongst yourselves. 651 00:28:09,667 --> 00:28:11,900 Sonia, do you wanna make a wreath? 652 00:28:12,033 --> 00:28:13,200 Sure! 653 00:28:14,800 --> 00:28:16,633 Do you want a cookie? 654 00:28:19,000 --> 00:28:21,600 Uh-oh. Poor Sonia's about to eat one of our cookies. 655 00:28:21,734 --> 00:28:24,266 Did you try 'em? - I did. 656 00:28:24,400 --> 00:28:25,900 What did you think? 657 00:28:26,033 --> 00:28:28,266 I think they tasted like a delicious Christmas cookie, 658 00:28:28,400 --> 00:28:30,500 if you removed all the ingredients making it delicious 659 00:28:30,633 --> 00:28:32,266 and replaced them with cardboard and oat milk? 660 00:28:32,400 --> 00:28:34,433 You're really selling it. 661 00:28:34,567 --> 00:28:36,200 Little secret- before I came, I filled up on egg nog 662 00:28:36,333 --> 00:28:37,500 at the cart near Be Home Design. 663 00:28:37,633 --> 00:28:38,934 - Hmm. - You have to try it. 664 00:28:39,066 --> 00:28:40,433 It's a town seasonal treasure. 665 00:28:40,567 --> 00:28:43,433 Seems like everything in Elmhurst is a seasonal treasure. 666 00:28:43,567 --> 00:28:46,066 Does that mean you might be coming around 667 00:28:46,200 --> 00:28:47,600 to the whole holiday spirit? 668 00:28:47,734 --> 00:28:49,266 Unlikely. 669 00:28:49,400 --> 00:28:51,867 I think I'm already pushing my limits being Christmas Dad. 670 00:28:52,000 --> 00:28:53,900 (laughing) 671 00:28:54,033 --> 00:28:56,066 But be honest with me. 672 00:28:56,200 --> 00:28:57,934 Are you the source of my nickname? 673 00:28:58,066 --> 00:29:01,233 - I might've mentioned it-- - Oh, my-- 674 00:29:01,367 --> 00:29:04,734 And it happened to take off, but come on! 675 00:29:04,867 --> 00:29:07,500 It's cool. It makes you sound like a superhero. 676 00:29:07,633 --> 00:29:08,900 (chuckling) 677 00:29:09,033 --> 00:29:09,967 You can do heroic holiday things 678 00:29:10,100 --> 00:29:12,100 while wearing underwear outside your pants. 679 00:29:12,233 --> 00:29:15,100 Well... 680 00:29:15,233 --> 00:29:17,100 any excuse for that, right? 681 00:29:17,233 --> 00:29:19,400 You just made a joke! 682 00:29:19,533 --> 00:29:21,100 - Okay. - (laughing) 683 00:29:21,233 --> 00:29:22,934 Ooh, I hear the angels singing! 684 00:29:23,066 --> 00:29:24,567 I'll have you know that I can be quite charming 685 00:29:24,700 --> 00:29:25,834 and delightfully hilarious. 686 00:29:25,967 --> 00:29:27,333 I will take your word for it. 687 00:29:27,467 --> 00:29:28,800 Max: Daddy! Come see my wreath! 688 00:29:28,934 --> 00:29:30,967 Time to wreath. 689 00:29:31,100 --> 00:29:32,567 Oh! Uh, Morning Mike is wondering 690 00:29:32,700 --> 00:29:34,600 if Max can come on air tomorrow. 691 00:29:34,734 --> 00:29:37,400 We usually track the big wish of the season on his show 692 00:29:37,533 --> 00:29:38,967 to keep the town involved. 693 00:29:41,200 --> 00:29:43,800 If Max wants to do it, then it's okay with me. 694 00:29:47,300 --> 00:29:48,433 Wow. 695 00:29:48,567 --> 00:29:50,934 Sweetie. Sweetie, it's time. 696 00:29:53,433 --> 00:29:56,967 Cheryl, we were hoping you might be able to record a short spot 697 00:29:57,100 --> 00:29:58,467 about the wreath making event. 698 00:29:58,600 --> 00:30:00,400 Why you started it, what it means to you? 699 00:30:00,533 --> 00:30:02,467 - Of course I can! - Great. 700 00:30:02,600 --> 00:30:04,266 - Just right over here. - Be right back. 701 00:30:05,567 --> 00:30:07,233 Just keep goin'. 702 00:30:07,367 --> 00:30:08,166 This is Cheryl Wallace. 703 00:30:08,300 --> 00:30:10,266 Tell us what's going on here today. 704 00:30:10,400 --> 00:30:13,266 Well, um, making homemade wreaths 705 00:30:13,400 --> 00:30:15,400 used to be something I did with my son Parker 706 00:30:15,533 --> 00:30:17,433 and now I host the event 707 00:30:17,567 --> 00:30:20,100 not because all the proceeds go to a great cause, 708 00:30:20,233 --> 00:30:21,467 Project Christmas Wish, 709 00:30:21,600 --> 00:30:25,900 but also because wherever Parker is in the world, 710 00:30:26,033 --> 00:30:28,767 it makes me feel like I'm close to him. 711 00:30:28,900 --> 00:30:31,000 Tell us what you wished for this year. 712 00:30:31,133 --> 00:30:34,300 Well, it's always-- 713 00:30:34,433 --> 00:30:36,633 (crowd gasping) 714 00:30:36,767 --> 00:30:38,266 Oh my-- 715 00:30:38,400 --> 00:30:40,033 Oh, Parker, I can't believe it! 716 00:30:41,734 --> 00:30:42,800 (laughing and crying) 717 00:30:42,934 --> 00:30:44,333 (crowd reactions) 718 00:30:47,533 --> 00:30:48,734 You made my Christmas. 719 00:30:48,867 --> 00:30:50,667 Thank you... 720 00:30:50,800 --> 00:30:53,467 Oh, thank you. 721 00:30:53,600 --> 00:30:55,367 (applause) 722 00:30:59,266 --> 00:31:01,133 Mike on air: Max, fill us in. 723 00:31:01,266 --> 00:31:03,200 How is your Project Christmas Wish going? 724 00:31:03,333 --> 00:31:04,567 Max: Amazing. 725 00:31:04,700 --> 00:31:07,400 We decorated the whole house and made cookies, 726 00:31:07,533 --> 00:31:09,233 and decorated wreaths, 727 00:31:09,367 --> 00:31:12,233 and maybe I made some new friends. 728 00:31:12,367 --> 00:31:14,166 But I wanna change my wish. 729 00:31:14,300 --> 00:31:16,367 You do? Why? 730 00:31:16,500 --> 00:31:18,633 Well, I thought having a Christmas 731 00:31:18,767 --> 00:31:21,867 like we used to have with my mom would make my dad happy. 732 00:31:22,000 --> 00:31:25,000 But now I realize what will actually make him happy, 733 00:31:25,133 --> 00:31:26,667 and so I have a new wish. 734 00:31:28,667 --> 00:31:32,033 I want my dad to be in love again. 735 00:31:32,166 --> 00:31:33,166 Uh-oh. 736 00:31:38,433 --> 00:31:40,900 Mike: You heard it here first, listeners. 737 00:31:41,033 --> 00:31:43,400 Christmas Dad's available and on the market. 738 00:31:43,533 --> 00:31:45,033 Keep it locked right here. 739 00:31:45,166 --> 00:31:46,834 Christmas carols comin' up after this. 740 00:31:46,967 --> 00:31:48,066 Hi. (awkward chuckling) 741 00:31:48,200 --> 00:31:50,066 Nothin' to see here. Just keep it movin'. 742 00:31:56,934 --> 00:32:06,967 ♪ 743 00:32:15,467 --> 00:32:17,667 Hey! Where you comin' back from? 744 00:32:17,800 --> 00:32:20,667 Oh, just making dreams come true left and right, no big deal. 745 00:32:20,800 --> 00:32:22,667 So, what's next on the wish list? 746 00:32:22,800 --> 00:32:24,934 Peace on Earth? Two front teeth? 747 00:32:25,066 --> 00:32:26,667 Mistletoe kisses? 748 00:32:26,800 --> 00:32:27,834 Mmm! 749 00:32:27,967 --> 00:32:30,433 Speaking of, what did you decide 750 00:32:30,567 --> 00:32:31,800 about Max's wish for her dad? 751 00:32:31,934 --> 00:32:32,867 Ooh, that's a tough one. 752 00:32:33,000 --> 00:32:36,333 I understand Max wanting her dad to have love, 753 00:32:36,467 --> 00:32:38,800 but Lucas lost someone and I don't want to be intrusive. 754 00:32:38,934 --> 00:32:40,133 You don't? Since when? 755 00:32:40,266 --> 00:32:41,300 Ha-ha. 756 00:32:41,433 --> 00:32:43,433 But then Max had a great idea. 757 00:32:43,567 --> 00:32:46,166 She and Sonia became friends at Carol's wreath making event. 758 00:32:46,300 --> 00:32:48,800 So she thought, what if we do something like that 759 00:32:48,934 --> 00:32:50,500 but for adults? 760 00:32:50,633 --> 00:32:52,500 And we had a bunch of Project Christmas Wishes for love 761 00:32:52,633 --> 00:32:54,934 and I thought, what if we host a mixer? 762 00:32:55,066 --> 00:32:56,166 That takes the focus off of Lucas. 763 00:32:56,300 --> 00:32:59,266 Right! Because wishes plus fundraiser plus working here 764 00:32:59,400 --> 00:33:00,433 means you have too much free time 765 00:33:00,567 --> 00:33:02,433 and need something else to take on? 766 00:33:02,567 --> 00:33:05,100 Save me, I can't help myself! 767 00:33:05,233 --> 00:33:06,266 (giggling) 768 00:33:06,400 --> 00:33:07,533 Uh-- 769 00:33:10,000 --> 00:33:12,433 I have a sudden craving for egg nog. 770 00:33:14,800 --> 00:33:16,166 Grab me one? 771 00:33:16,300 --> 00:33:17,433 Oh, of course! 772 00:33:26,000 --> 00:33:26,767 Hi. 773 00:33:26,900 --> 00:33:29,767 Why are we re-enacting Spy Vs Spy? 774 00:33:29,900 --> 00:33:32,066 Look, it always seems like I'm with Joan or you are, 775 00:33:32,200 --> 00:33:33,900 and I wanna get working on the proposal. 776 00:33:34,033 --> 00:33:35,900 So, I was hoping to do it over the holidays 777 00:33:36,033 --> 00:33:37,400 while Joan's parents are back in town. 778 00:33:37,533 --> 00:33:39,433 Perfect! Because I have an idea. 779 00:33:39,567 --> 00:33:42,867 Okay, imagine this. Most romantic proposal ever. 780 00:33:43,000 --> 00:33:44,000 I like the sound of that. 781 00:33:44,133 --> 00:33:46,533 You propose at the Christmas Carnival Fundraiser 782 00:33:46,667 --> 00:33:49,333 when I invite Joan to the stage to thank her as a sponsor. 783 00:33:49,467 --> 00:33:51,667 So, I propose in front of the whole town. 784 00:33:51,800 --> 00:33:54,533 You propose in front of her whole community, 785 00:33:54,667 --> 00:33:56,600 everyone who loves her. Plus, the decorated stage 786 00:33:56,734 --> 00:33:59,200 will make a super cute backdrop for proposal pics. 787 00:33:59,333 --> 00:34:00,967 Okay... 788 00:34:01,100 --> 00:34:03,066 Okay, so we'll decorate the stage and have carols playing 789 00:34:03,200 --> 00:34:05,800 and snow falling and the whole town there 790 00:34:05,934 --> 00:34:07,400 to witness you getting down on one knee, 791 00:34:07,533 --> 00:34:10,166 professing eternal love. 792 00:34:10,300 --> 00:34:11,567 What do you think? Doesn't that sound-- 793 00:34:11,700 --> 00:34:13,133 Completely over-the-top. 794 00:34:13,266 --> 00:34:15,266 Cullen, you're the first to admit 795 00:34:15,400 --> 00:34:18,567 you're not the most romantic, so maybe take my lead on this? 796 00:34:18,700 --> 00:34:21,600 You do know I have a crippling fear of public speaking. 797 00:34:21,734 --> 00:34:23,300 Great, so I'll start working on specifics, 798 00:34:23,433 --> 00:34:24,467 we can reconvene to discuss, 799 00:34:24,600 --> 00:34:26,467 but I have to get going. I promised Joan an egg nog. 800 00:34:31,133 --> 00:34:34,100 Santa: Ho, ho, ho! 801 00:34:34,233 --> 00:34:36,166 I recognize that mane. 802 00:34:38,066 --> 00:34:39,066 - Hello. - Hello. 803 00:34:39,200 --> 00:34:40,133 How are you doing? 804 00:34:40,266 --> 00:34:42,433 Oh, you mean since my eight-year-old daughter 805 00:34:42,567 --> 00:34:45,333 once more broadcast my personal life to the entire town? 806 00:34:47,066 --> 00:34:48,967 The upside is instead of being Christmas Dad, 807 00:34:49,100 --> 00:34:52,100 I am now Eligible in Elmhurst. Did you start that one too? 808 00:34:52,233 --> 00:34:54,633 I have a knack for catchy nicknames. 809 00:34:54,767 --> 00:34:56,400 Hey, you're good at it. 810 00:34:56,533 --> 00:34:58,066 Is Max around? 811 00:34:58,200 --> 00:35:00,533 No, Sonia's mom took the girls ice skating. 812 00:35:00,667 --> 00:35:03,133 Sonia and Max did become fast friends! 813 00:35:03,266 --> 00:35:05,700 Unicorns and rainbows for the win. 814 00:35:05,834 --> 00:35:07,066 Oh, I'm glad I bumped into you 815 00:35:07,200 --> 00:35:10,367 because, inspired by Max's new wish, 816 00:35:10,500 --> 00:35:11,433 we are hosting a singles' mixer. 817 00:35:11,567 --> 00:35:16,567 Max told me about it. I'm, uh, not so sure. 818 00:35:16,700 --> 00:35:18,066 Hi, I'll do a small egg nog, please, 819 00:35:18,200 --> 00:35:19,667 and whatever the lady will have. 820 00:35:19,800 --> 00:35:20,867 Oh, you don't need to get my drink. 821 00:35:21,000 --> 00:35:21,900 I'm also ordering for Joan. 822 00:35:22,033 --> 00:35:22,967 It is the least I can do. 823 00:35:23,100 --> 00:35:24,734 I mean, for all the attention you've gotten me. 824 00:35:24,867 --> 00:35:26,567 Okay. 825 00:35:26,700 --> 00:35:29,033 I will have one small egg nog for Joan, 826 00:35:29,166 --> 00:35:31,400 and I would like to get one large egg nog 827 00:35:31,533 --> 00:35:33,133 with extra whipped cream, extra chocolate syrup, 828 00:35:33,266 --> 00:35:35,166 and crushed peppermint on top, please. 829 00:35:37,367 --> 00:35:38,367 What? 830 00:35:38,500 --> 00:35:42,233 You're, uh...like a child. 831 00:35:42,367 --> 00:35:44,166 I will take that as the compliment 832 00:35:44,300 --> 00:35:46,467 you did not intend it to be. 833 00:35:46,600 --> 00:35:48,400 Actually, it was a compliment. 834 00:35:50,633 --> 00:35:52,033 Ho, ho, ho! 835 00:35:52,166 --> 00:35:53,633 - For you. - Thank you. 836 00:35:53,767 --> 00:35:55,200 Ho, ho, ho! 837 00:35:57,600 --> 00:35:59,166 So, explain something to me. 838 00:35:59,300 --> 00:36:01,767 You work at Be Home Design. - Yes. 839 00:36:01,900 --> 00:36:04,633 My best friend Joan is an interior designer, 840 00:36:04,767 --> 00:36:08,233 and most of the year I assist her and run the showroom. 841 00:36:08,367 --> 00:36:10,367 But, come December, 842 00:36:10,500 --> 00:36:12,633 I focus on the store's holiday display 843 00:36:12,767 --> 00:36:15,400 and Project Christmas Wish, 844 00:36:15,533 --> 00:36:17,433 which is my real love. 845 00:36:17,567 --> 00:36:20,767 I've been doing it for a decade and building it ever since. 846 00:36:20,900 --> 00:36:22,700 How did it start? 847 00:36:22,834 --> 00:36:24,400 It's kind of a long story. 848 00:36:24,533 --> 00:36:28,233 Well, I have all the time in the world if you do. 849 00:36:28,367 --> 00:36:30,467 Okay. Do you wanna sit? 850 00:36:30,600 --> 00:36:31,934 Love to. 851 00:36:38,567 --> 00:36:41,800 I mentioned my dad passed away when I was young. 852 00:36:41,934 --> 00:36:45,033 Yeah, that's really tough. 853 00:36:45,166 --> 00:36:48,100 It happened right before the holidays. 854 00:36:48,233 --> 00:36:51,400 And, my mom was looking for work 855 00:36:51,533 --> 00:36:53,233 but we were really stretching a dollar. 856 00:36:53,367 --> 00:36:55,266 Hmm. 857 00:36:55,400 --> 00:36:58,266 There was too much month at the end of the money, you know. 858 00:37:00,633 --> 00:37:02,867 Anyway, I-- 859 00:37:03,000 --> 00:37:06,100 I knew that Santa would come for me, 860 00:37:06,233 --> 00:37:10,100 but I wasn't so sure that we'd have enough money 861 00:37:10,233 --> 00:37:12,867 for my mom or the rest of it, 862 00:37:13,000 --> 00:37:15,834 like the tree or the stocking stuffers, 863 00:37:15,967 --> 00:37:18,333 or a real Christmas Eve dinner. 864 00:37:21,066 --> 00:37:22,867 It was a really hard time. 865 00:37:26,400 --> 00:37:28,500 Then the day before Christmas Eve, 866 00:37:28,633 --> 00:37:30,433 the doorbell rang 867 00:37:30,567 --> 00:37:35,200 and I opened it to find... a tree. 868 00:37:35,333 --> 00:37:37,633 And all these gifts. 869 00:37:37,767 --> 00:37:39,967 And stocking stuffers, 870 00:37:40,100 --> 00:37:44,600 and bags of groceries. 871 00:37:44,734 --> 00:37:47,800 And a card from Santa's Little Helpers. 872 00:37:47,934 --> 00:37:49,633 The town did it? 873 00:37:54,667 --> 00:37:57,433 I still don't know who or how, 874 00:37:57,567 --> 00:37:59,133 but Elmhurst came together 875 00:37:59,266 --> 00:38:01,667 to make my Christmas wish come true. 876 00:38:01,800 --> 00:38:03,600 That's amazing. 877 00:38:03,734 --> 00:38:06,900 So, that is why I started Project Christmas Wish, 878 00:38:07,033 --> 00:38:09,333 to return the favor. 879 00:38:09,467 --> 00:38:11,734 But to clarify, 880 00:38:11,867 --> 00:38:13,600 I didn't start Project Christmas Wish 881 00:38:13,734 --> 00:38:16,433 because I felt like I needed to repay a debt. 882 00:38:16,567 --> 00:38:19,200 It's more just that I believe in the power of a wish, 883 00:38:19,333 --> 00:38:21,600 and I believe you're never given a wish 884 00:38:21,734 --> 00:38:23,900 without being given the ability to make it come true. 885 00:38:24,033 --> 00:38:26,700 I know that about you. 886 00:38:30,000 --> 00:38:31,333 I should, uh, get back to the store. 887 00:38:31,467 --> 00:38:32,233 Yes. 888 00:38:32,367 --> 00:38:34,066 Thank you very much for the egg nog. 889 00:38:34,200 --> 00:38:35,200 My pleasure. 890 00:38:36,700 --> 00:38:38,533 You know, Lucy-- 891 00:38:38,667 --> 00:38:39,567 what about you? 892 00:38:39,700 --> 00:38:41,200 What about me? 893 00:38:41,333 --> 00:38:42,767 What's your wish? 894 00:38:45,200 --> 00:38:47,500 You look surprised. 895 00:38:47,633 --> 00:38:51,233 'Cause no one's asked me that in a really long time. 896 00:38:51,367 --> 00:38:53,567 Well, I hope you ask yourself, 897 00:38:53,700 --> 00:38:56,767 because if anyone's wish deserves to come true, 898 00:38:56,900 --> 00:38:58,533 it's yours. 899 00:39:09,600 --> 00:39:10,500 Mike: Good afternoon, Elmhurst. 900 00:39:10,633 --> 00:39:12,133 Back on my show today is everyone's favorite 901 00:39:12,266 --> 00:39:14,567 Christmas elf, Lucy Keller! 902 00:39:14,700 --> 00:39:17,000 Here with a Project Christmas Wish update. 903 00:39:17,133 --> 00:39:19,400 We've got a lot of wishes from Elmhurst residents 904 00:39:19,533 --> 00:39:21,333 looking for friends to spend the holidays with. 905 00:39:21,467 --> 00:39:23,900 So, if you're in the market for a new BFF, 906 00:39:24,033 --> 00:39:25,300 then post on our website. 907 00:39:25,433 --> 00:39:27,800 Or give us a call! We'll be taking callers. 908 00:39:27,934 --> 00:39:29,033 Speaking of which, 909 00:39:29,166 --> 00:39:30,667 coming up right after the break, 910 00:39:30,800 --> 00:39:33,700 we're gonna have a caller that's wondering why Lucy has yet 911 00:39:33,834 --> 00:39:35,467 to make their Project Christmas Wish come true yet. 912 00:39:35,600 --> 00:39:36,834 Thanks for that, Mike. 913 00:39:36,967 --> 00:39:40,500 And also stay tuned to hear how Mike has so generously offered 914 00:39:40,633 --> 00:39:41,367 to buy a dozen more children 915 00:39:41,500 --> 00:39:44,233 the Christmas gift of their dreams. 916 00:39:44,367 --> 00:39:46,400 Can we convince Mike to make it two dozen? 917 00:39:46,533 --> 00:39:48,700 I need your help, callers. 918 00:39:48,834 --> 00:39:50,734 Ring-a-ling-a-ling. 919 00:39:50,867 --> 00:39:52,467 Cut. What?! 920 00:39:52,600 --> 00:39:54,233 Merry Christmas, Mike. 921 00:39:54,367 --> 00:39:56,567 Merry Christmas, Lucy. You're killin' me over here! 922 00:39:58,166 --> 00:40:05,867 ♪ 923 00:40:07,667 --> 00:40:08,734 What is all this? 924 00:40:08,867 --> 00:40:10,200 Hanukkah! 925 00:40:10,333 --> 00:40:11,800 Sonia celebrates Hanukkah 926 00:40:11,934 --> 00:40:13,533 and invited me to join. 927 00:40:13,667 --> 00:40:15,400 So, Grandma and Grandpa offered to do it here 928 00:40:15,533 --> 00:40:17,633 while we set up for the mixer. - Fun! 929 00:40:17,767 --> 00:40:19,500 What are you guys doing here? 930 00:40:19,633 --> 00:40:21,367 Well, we came for lunch and then we stayed 931 00:40:21,500 --> 00:40:23,734 for Max guilting us into helping decorate. 932 00:40:23,867 --> 00:40:25,800 Not that I'm complaining. There are fresh homemade latkes. 933 00:40:25,934 --> 00:40:26,800 Mm-hm. 934 00:40:26,934 --> 00:40:29,633 Speaking of which, 935 00:40:29,767 --> 00:40:32,066 could you grab me a latke? 936 00:40:32,200 --> 00:40:34,166 Sure, hon. 937 00:40:38,033 --> 00:40:39,500 I wanna catch up on the proposal. 938 00:40:39,633 --> 00:40:41,367 What, about eight days? 939 00:40:41,500 --> 00:40:43,633 Well, we're going to do the proposal on the second night 940 00:40:43,767 --> 00:40:45,233 so technically nine, 941 00:40:45,367 --> 00:40:47,300 and don't worry, I've got it all under control. 942 00:40:47,433 --> 00:40:48,800 Are you sure? 943 00:40:48,934 --> 00:40:52,300 Because I was thinking we could do something simpler? 944 00:40:52,433 --> 00:40:54,467 (whispering) No! I've already got it handled. 945 00:40:54,600 --> 00:40:56,300 I've hired the violinist. 946 00:40:56,433 --> 00:40:57,967 What violinist? - For the carols 947 00:40:58,100 --> 00:41:00,734 playing in the background. You want romantic, right? 948 00:41:00,867 --> 00:41:02,400 This is romantic as it gets! 949 00:41:02,533 --> 00:41:04,300 Lucy-- 950 00:41:04,433 --> 00:41:05,300 What's goin' on? 951 00:41:05,433 --> 00:41:07,700 Hey, Lucas! 952 00:41:07,834 --> 00:41:09,000 Have you met Joan yet? 953 00:41:09,133 --> 00:41:12,200 Um, I have in passing, but it's nice to properly meet you. 954 00:41:12,333 --> 00:41:13,033 You too. 955 00:41:13,166 --> 00:41:15,700 She's heard so much about you. 956 00:41:15,834 --> 00:41:17,300 Really? 957 00:41:18,934 --> 00:41:21,633 On-- the radio. 958 00:41:23,533 --> 00:41:26,166 - Go eat your latke. - Okay. 959 00:41:28,667 --> 00:41:30,467 Daddy, Lucy! Look. 960 00:41:30,600 --> 00:41:31,900 It's a friendship bracelet. 961 00:41:32,033 --> 00:41:33,567 Sonia made it for me for Hanukkah. 962 00:41:33,700 --> 00:41:36,300 That is so cool. I want one just like that. 963 00:41:36,433 --> 00:41:38,300 Maybe you should wish for it. 964 00:41:38,433 --> 00:41:39,700 - Ooh! - Hmm. 965 00:41:39,834 --> 00:41:40,700 (chuckling) 966 00:41:40,834 --> 00:41:42,100 Come on, Max! 967 00:41:45,033 --> 00:41:46,066 She is so happy. 968 00:41:47,900 --> 00:41:50,066 Thank you. 969 00:41:50,200 --> 00:41:51,400 I'm sorry, what was that? 970 00:41:51,533 --> 00:41:53,934 Can you repeat that? - (chuckling) 971 00:41:54,066 --> 00:41:56,300 So mature! 972 00:41:56,433 --> 00:41:58,100 Thank you, Project Christmas Wish. 973 00:41:58,233 --> 00:41:59,934 Was that so hard? 974 00:42:00,133 --> 00:42:01,867 Yeah! It felt a little taxing. 975 00:42:02,000 --> 00:42:04,266 Ugh. 976 00:42:04,400 --> 00:42:05,333 Should we tackle these lights? 977 00:42:05,467 --> 00:42:07,100 Yeah. 978 00:42:07,233 --> 00:42:08,934 I think Max might've gone a little overboard. 979 00:42:09,066 --> 00:42:11,533 Where do you think she learned that one from? 980 00:42:12,800 --> 00:42:13,800 Just sayin'. 981 00:42:19,166 --> 00:42:20,967 So, did you give any more thought to your wish? 982 00:42:21,100 --> 00:42:23,166 Oh, I did, actually. 983 00:42:23,300 --> 00:42:26,667 And I realized I have everything I want. 984 00:42:26,800 --> 00:42:27,967 A loving community, 985 00:42:28,100 --> 00:42:30,467 Project Christmas Wish, 986 00:42:30,600 --> 00:42:32,200 a stable job that pays the bills. 987 00:42:32,333 --> 00:42:33,533 Why would I ask for more? 988 00:42:33,667 --> 00:42:36,500 I think if someone else asked you that, 989 00:42:36,633 --> 00:42:37,433 you would respond by saying 990 00:42:37,567 --> 00:42:40,033 that they deserve to ask for everything. 991 00:42:43,633 --> 00:42:45,100 You oddly know me very well. 992 00:42:45,233 --> 00:42:48,233 Well, we've been spending a lot of time together. 993 00:42:59,667 --> 00:43:02,734 So, do you know whether you'll be going to the mixer? 994 00:43:02,867 --> 00:43:04,700 Hmm. 995 00:43:04,834 --> 00:43:06,000 Well, you throwing it at the diner 996 00:43:06,133 --> 00:43:07,533 was an ingenious way to force my hand-- 997 00:43:07,667 --> 00:43:08,867 (giggling) 998 00:43:09,000 --> 00:43:11,000 --but I'm still not sure. 999 00:43:11,133 --> 00:43:12,600 What about you? Are you going? 1000 00:43:12,734 --> 00:43:13,734 I'm hosting it. 1001 00:43:13,867 --> 00:43:16,166 Well, what I mean is are you not just the founder 1002 00:43:16,300 --> 00:43:17,700 but also a member? 1003 00:43:17,834 --> 00:43:18,900 Ooh. 1004 00:43:19,033 --> 00:43:20,767 If you're asking if I'm single, 1005 00:43:20,900 --> 00:43:23,367 then yes, I am. 1006 00:43:23,500 --> 00:43:25,200 I'm actually divorced. 1007 00:43:25,333 --> 00:43:27,000 It's been a few years. 1008 00:43:27,133 --> 00:43:30,000 I met him in Austin and we moved back here. 1009 00:43:30,133 --> 00:43:31,767 Do you mind if I ask what happened? 1010 00:43:33,567 --> 00:43:35,900 He had this best female friend, 1011 00:43:36,033 --> 00:43:37,433 a childhood friend. 1012 00:43:37,567 --> 00:43:39,934 And I used to always joke that they'd be perfect together. 1013 00:43:40,066 --> 00:43:41,567 But they assured me 1014 00:43:41,700 --> 00:43:43,333 that they were just best friends. 1015 00:43:43,467 --> 00:43:47,000 And then somewhere along the way, 1016 00:43:47,133 --> 00:43:49,867 they became more, and now they're married. 1017 00:43:50,000 --> 00:43:51,266 That's rough. 1018 00:43:52,834 --> 00:43:54,567 It was rough. 1019 00:43:54,700 --> 00:43:57,433 It was a loss. A loss of love, 1020 00:43:57,567 --> 00:43:59,367 a loss of dreams, 1021 00:43:59,500 --> 00:44:03,266 a loss of a whole... life I thought I was going to live. 1022 00:44:06,567 --> 00:44:07,567 I get loss. 1023 00:44:07,700 --> 00:44:10,367 What was your wife like? 1024 00:44:11,533 --> 00:44:13,900 She was, uh, 1025 00:44:14,033 --> 00:44:15,567 so many things. 1026 00:44:15,700 --> 00:44:17,967 Reserved and shy, 1027 00:44:18,100 --> 00:44:19,834 but she was also so hilarious. 1028 00:44:19,967 --> 00:44:22,000 Once you got to know her, 1029 00:44:22,133 --> 00:44:23,633 brilliant and kind. 1030 00:44:25,300 --> 00:44:27,667 When we met it was like lightning struck. 1031 00:44:29,300 --> 00:44:30,867 I know the feeling. 1032 00:44:34,233 --> 00:44:36,133 Do you think it'll ever strike again? 1033 00:44:36,266 --> 00:44:38,600 I don't know. 1034 00:44:38,734 --> 00:44:39,934 I don't know. What do you think? 1035 00:44:41,100 --> 00:44:42,633 I asked you first. 1036 00:44:46,533 --> 00:44:48,500 Um, you know, I was told that lightning 1037 00:44:48,633 --> 00:44:50,433 doesn't strike the same spot twice. 1038 00:44:50,567 --> 00:44:51,967 Right? 1039 00:44:55,367 --> 00:44:56,467 What about you? 1040 00:44:56,600 --> 00:44:58,433 Well, I'm not looking to fly a kite attached to a key 1041 00:44:58,567 --> 00:44:59,734 any time soon. - Good. 1042 00:44:59,867 --> 00:45:01,734 (chuckling) 1043 00:45:03,100 --> 00:45:05,133 So that wouldn't be your wish? 1044 00:45:05,266 --> 00:45:07,900 Oh, you're pushing this wish thing kinda hard. 1045 00:45:08,800 --> 00:45:11,567 Okay, I guess if I had to make a wish, 1046 00:45:11,700 --> 00:45:14,667 I'd say that... 1047 00:45:14,800 --> 00:45:18,166 I'm so grateful for my job at the store, 1048 00:45:18,300 --> 00:45:20,300 but also, 1049 00:45:20,433 --> 00:45:23,867 it's Joan's passion. Not mine. 1050 00:45:24,000 --> 00:45:27,667 I have tons of non-profit experience 1051 00:45:27,800 --> 00:45:30,667 and Project Christmas Wish is what I live for. 1052 00:45:32,633 --> 00:45:35,000 I would love to make it a year-round thing. 1053 00:45:35,133 --> 00:45:38,400 A real non-profit. 1054 00:45:38,533 --> 00:45:40,700 I feel like it's the one thing I have to give. 1055 00:45:41,934 --> 00:45:44,200 No. No way. 1056 00:45:44,333 --> 00:45:47,734 What you have to give is you, and that's very special. 1057 00:45:47,867 --> 00:45:49,867 Project Christmas Wish is just how you give it. 1058 00:45:53,000 --> 00:45:55,867 So, if that's what you wanna do, why don't you just do it? 1059 00:45:56,000 --> 00:45:58,834 Oh, I barely cover wish expenses as it is. 1060 00:45:58,967 --> 00:46:00,533 You know, someone very persuasive once told me 1061 00:46:00,667 --> 00:46:01,967 that no one is given a wish 1062 00:46:02,100 --> 00:46:03,734 without being given the power to make it come true. 1063 00:46:03,867 --> 00:46:05,166 Hm. 1064 00:46:07,567 --> 00:46:09,900 That's a very smart person. 1065 00:46:10,033 --> 00:46:12,000 I think so. 1066 00:46:28,867 --> 00:46:30,266 (sighing) 1067 00:46:32,467 --> 00:46:34,500 Just not enough funding. 1068 00:46:34,633 --> 00:46:36,834 (door opening) Joyce: Hello! 1069 00:46:36,967 --> 00:46:39,600 I'm in here. 1070 00:46:39,734 --> 00:46:41,967 Just popping by on my way home. 1071 00:46:42,100 --> 00:46:43,900 Wanted to see what you were doing for dinner. 1072 00:46:44,033 --> 00:46:46,900 Oh. I'm heading out on a little wish business. 1073 00:46:47,033 --> 00:46:49,000 I'm going over to Lucas's to make a gingerbread house 1074 00:46:49,133 --> 00:46:51,233 with Max like the ones Dad used to make for me. 1075 00:46:51,367 --> 00:46:52,834 Wow! 1076 00:46:52,967 --> 00:46:56,667 I haven't heard you talk about that in a long time. 1077 00:46:56,800 --> 00:46:57,600 I thought maybe you forgot. 1078 00:46:57,734 --> 00:47:00,367 Think maybe I was trying to forget. 1079 00:47:00,500 --> 00:47:04,700 Like I believed somehow that would make missing him easier. 1080 00:47:07,333 --> 00:47:11,266 A little bit ago, Max asked me how I stopped feeling sad. 1081 00:47:12,633 --> 00:47:13,867 I didn't know how to answer. 1082 00:47:14,000 --> 00:47:17,533 I didn't think I had tried to stop feeling sad. 1083 00:47:17,667 --> 00:47:22,333 But then I realized how often I push memories of Dad away, 1084 00:47:22,467 --> 00:47:25,533 or...how especially this time of year 1085 00:47:25,667 --> 00:47:28,700 I keep every minute jam-packed with wishes 1086 00:47:28,834 --> 00:47:30,734 or carnival or a million other things, 1087 00:47:30,867 --> 00:47:33,834 like if I stay busy enough, 1088 00:47:33,967 --> 00:47:36,400 somehow the sadness won't creep in. 1089 00:47:38,867 --> 00:47:40,867 But it doesn't work like that. 1090 00:47:42,100 --> 00:47:44,166 And I don't wanna do it anymore. 1091 00:47:45,467 --> 00:47:47,400 I'm so proud of you. 1092 00:48:00,233 --> 00:48:01,967 (doorbell ringing) 1093 00:48:02,100 --> 00:48:04,133 Both: Come in! 1094 00:48:04,266 --> 00:48:07,266 I set up everything we need for our gingerbread house. 1095 00:48:07,400 --> 00:48:09,233 Oh, thank you! 1096 00:48:09,367 --> 00:48:11,200 But we're actually going to make 1097 00:48:11,333 --> 00:48:13,333 a different kind of gingerbread house. 1098 00:48:14,734 --> 00:48:16,233 Do you still have those moving boxes? 1099 00:48:16,367 --> 00:48:18,500 - Moving boxes? - Trust me. 1100 00:48:24,033 --> 00:48:26,767 ♪ I feel it in my fingers 1101 00:48:26,900 --> 00:48:30,166 ♪ I feel it in my toes 1102 00:48:35,266 --> 00:48:38,533 ♪ Christmas is all around me 1103 00:48:38,667 --> 00:48:42,133 ♪ And so the feeling grows 1104 00:48:43,767 --> 00:48:46,467 I think this is some of my finest work. 1105 00:48:46,600 --> 00:48:49,200 ♪ It's written in the wind 1106 00:48:49,333 --> 00:48:52,900 ♪ It's everywhere I go 1107 00:48:58,100 --> 00:49:00,433 ♪ So if you really love Christmas ♪ 1108 00:49:00,567 --> 00:49:02,500 ♪ Come on and let it snow 1109 00:49:02,633 --> 00:49:03,867 It's awesome! 1110 00:49:04,000 --> 00:49:04,734 Let's go in! 1111 00:49:04,867 --> 00:49:06,367 (phone vibrating) Grandpa's calling. 1112 00:49:06,500 --> 00:49:08,000 I'll be right back. 1113 00:49:08,133 --> 00:49:09,533 Thought you'd never ask. 1114 00:49:09,667 --> 00:49:10,700 ♪ Christmas is all around me 1115 00:49:10,834 --> 00:49:12,433 - After you. - Merci. 1116 00:49:12,567 --> 00:49:13,767 (giggling) 1117 00:49:13,900 --> 00:49:16,500 ♪ And so the feeling grows 1118 00:49:16,633 --> 00:49:18,700 Oh, wow! 1119 00:49:18,834 --> 00:49:21,033 This is pretty cozy. 1120 00:49:22,100 --> 00:49:24,967 We should hang stockings and build a Christmas tree 1121 00:49:25,100 --> 00:49:26,200 and put some gifts underneath it. 1122 00:49:26,333 --> 00:49:27,467 Yeah? 1123 00:49:27,600 --> 00:49:29,066 Oh, I just remembered. 1124 00:49:30,300 --> 00:49:32,000 Merry Christmas, Lucy. 1125 00:49:32,133 --> 00:49:34,533 You didn't have to do that! 1126 00:49:34,667 --> 00:49:35,600 But I'm glad you did. 1127 00:49:35,734 --> 00:49:37,667 (giggling) 1128 00:49:40,467 --> 00:49:41,867 Now we have matching ones! 1129 00:49:42,900 --> 00:49:44,867 Thank you! 1130 00:49:45,000 --> 00:49:46,567 I love it! 1131 00:49:49,133 --> 00:49:50,333 And thank you very much 1132 00:49:50,467 --> 00:49:52,166 for building this gingerbread house with me. 1133 00:49:52,300 --> 00:49:54,633 I used to do this with my dad. 1134 00:49:58,467 --> 00:50:00,600 Hey, Max. 1135 00:50:00,734 --> 00:50:03,467 Remember when you asked me how I stopped feeling sad? 1136 00:50:03,600 --> 00:50:04,967 Yeah. 1137 00:50:05,100 --> 00:50:06,500 Well, I gave it a lot of thought, 1138 00:50:06,633 --> 00:50:08,367 and I think everyone 1139 00:50:08,500 --> 00:50:10,467 would answer that question differently 1140 00:50:10,600 --> 00:50:13,266 but for me, the answer 1141 00:50:13,400 --> 00:50:15,967 is that you don't wanna try to stop feeling sad. 1142 00:50:17,233 --> 00:50:18,433 Sadness is part of life. 1143 00:50:18,567 --> 00:50:20,433 And we need the sadness 1144 00:50:20,567 --> 00:50:23,033 because it makes the joy that much more joyful. 1145 00:50:25,500 --> 00:50:27,467 But we just have to keep our hearts open. 1146 00:50:27,600 --> 00:50:28,467 Okay? 1147 00:50:28,600 --> 00:50:31,633 Okay. Thanks, Lucy. 1148 00:50:38,433 --> 00:50:40,467 Oh. I almost forgot. 1149 00:50:40,600 --> 00:50:41,934 I have something for you two, 1150 00:50:42,066 --> 00:50:44,567 but it's mainly for your dad. 1151 00:50:47,000 --> 00:50:48,300 (chuckling) 1152 00:50:48,433 --> 00:50:50,200 The infamous Elmhurst Christmas horse! 1153 00:50:50,333 --> 00:50:51,433 (chuckling) 1154 00:50:51,567 --> 00:50:52,700 I mean, I still don't understand this 1155 00:50:52,834 --> 00:50:53,967 because of my logic-based brain, 1156 00:50:54,100 --> 00:50:57,467 but I definitely appreciate it. 1157 00:50:57,600 --> 00:50:59,867 I'll see you tomorrow to help finish setting up for the mixer. 1158 00:51:00,066 --> 00:51:01,600 Oh, you don't have to do that. 1159 00:51:01,734 --> 00:51:03,066 But I want to. 1160 00:51:03,200 --> 00:51:04,400 It's part of my wish. 1161 00:51:07,200 --> 00:51:08,367 Okay, see ya later. 1162 00:51:15,734 --> 00:51:16,734 What? 1163 00:51:16,867 --> 00:51:19,433 Don't you wanna make my Christmas wish come true? 1164 00:51:20,900 --> 00:51:22,066 (sighing) 1165 00:51:23,533 --> 00:51:24,867 Hey, Lucy! 1166 00:51:26,200 --> 00:51:27,734 I'll see you at the mixer. 1167 00:51:27,867 --> 00:51:29,734 See you tomorrow. 1168 00:51:39,233 --> 00:51:41,934 (Inhaling) 1169 00:51:42,066 --> 00:51:43,367 You happy now? 1170 00:51:45,467 --> 00:51:47,033 I know you have your hands full, 1171 00:51:47,166 --> 00:51:51,000 so I went ahead with the community matching wish. 1172 00:51:51,133 --> 00:51:53,433 I've already set up ten people with Christmas Eve dinners. 1173 00:51:53,567 --> 00:51:54,567 Ooh! 1174 00:51:54,700 --> 00:51:56,066 By the way, six days 1175 00:51:56,200 --> 00:51:58,600 until Christmas Eve, so we've gotta set the menu! 1176 00:51:58,734 --> 00:52:01,000 Adding it to my scroll of a to-do list. 1177 00:52:01,133 --> 00:52:02,333 We finished arranging all the snacks. 1178 00:52:02,467 --> 00:52:03,333 Anything else we can do? 1179 00:52:03,467 --> 00:52:04,834 No, thank you so much. 1180 00:52:04,967 --> 00:52:06,633 You've done more than enough. 1181 00:52:06,767 --> 00:52:08,166 You could say a little prayer 1182 00:52:08,300 --> 00:52:10,266 that people actually show up tonight? 1183 00:52:10,400 --> 00:52:12,667 You know Daddy will be here. 1184 00:52:12,800 --> 00:52:13,734 Aha. 1185 00:52:13,867 --> 00:52:16,533 (chuckling) Okay, Max-Max. Let's head home. 1186 00:52:20,734 --> 00:52:21,934 Have fun tonight! 1187 00:52:22,066 --> 00:52:23,333 Thank you, Max. 1188 00:52:23,467 --> 00:52:25,633 (Angela giggling) 1189 00:52:25,767 --> 00:52:27,900 Okay, I think we're just about done here. 1190 00:52:28,033 --> 00:52:28,967 We should go get dressed. 1191 00:52:29,100 --> 00:52:31,100 Speaking of dress, 1192 00:52:31,233 --> 00:52:33,934 I made you an early Christmas present. 1193 00:52:34,066 --> 00:52:35,367 (quietly) Uh-oh. 1194 00:52:39,200 --> 00:52:41,467 I was going for strong, 1195 00:52:41,600 --> 00:52:44,166 independent elf getting back out there. 1196 00:52:44,300 --> 00:52:46,367 You nailed it. 1197 00:52:47,767 --> 00:52:49,700 Thank you, Mom. I love it. 1198 00:52:51,200 --> 00:52:52,233 Okay. Should we go get dolled up 1199 00:52:52,367 --> 00:52:53,467 and I'll meet you back here? 1200 00:52:55,133 --> 00:52:56,834 Mom. 1201 00:52:56,967 --> 00:52:59,467 You want me to have love again, right? 1202 00:52:59,600 --> 00:53:01,467 I want that for you too. 1203 00:53:01,600 --> 00:53:03,233 I know. 1204 00:53:03,367 --> 00:53:05,000 It's just-- 1205 00:53:05,133 --> 00:53:06,667 is this really how I'm gonna meet someone? 1206 00:53:06,800 --> 00:53:08,800 Over cheese dip and awkward conversation. 1207 00:53:08,934 --> 00:53:11,734 Maybe. Maybe not. 1208 00:53:12,567 --> 00:53:14,400 But let's at least stay open to it. 1209 00:53:14,533 --> 00:53:16,233 Okay? 1210 00:53:19,266 --> 00:53:22,033 Okay, hold still. 1211 00:53:22,166 --> 00:53:23,233 What am I, in the seventh grade? 1212 00:53:23,367 --> 00:53:24,734 Are you my chaperone, Mom? 1213 00:53:24,867 --> 00:53:25,633 I'm just making sure 1214 00:53:25,767 --> 00:53:29,233 everything goes off without a hitch. 1215 00:53:29,367 --> 00:53:32,066 I'm also making sure that maybe you're okay. 1216 00:53:32,200 --> 00:53:33,300 I think I'm okay! 1217 00:53:33,433 --> 00:53:34,433 - Yeah? - Yeah. 1218 00:53:34,567 --> 00:53:37,800 I mean, I'm nervous and I feel a bit rusty and-- 1219 00:53:37,934 --> 00:53:40,400 I don't know if I'm ready, but-- - (laughing) 1220 00:53:40,533 --> 00:53:42,000 Here we go. Right? 1221 00:53:42,133 --> 00:53:43,567 You look very handsome. 1222 00:53:45,000 --> 00:53:45,867 Thanks, Mom. 1223 00:53:46,000 --> 00:53:49,800 - You did your tie really good. - Thanks. 1224 00:53:49,934 --> 00:53:52,433 (soft music playing) 1225 00:54:02,533 --> 00:54:03,600 (clearing throat) 1226 00:54:05,333 --> 00:54:06,633 (whispering) Yeah? Go on. 1227 00:54:13,100 --> 00:54:14,133 You know, I was hoping 1228 00:54:14,266 --> 00:54:16,734 you were gonna bring out your fun elf costume again. 1229 00:54:16,867 --> 00:54:18,900 (giggling) 1230 00:54:19,033 --> 00:54:21,633 But this is so much better. 1231 00:54:21,767 --> 00:54:22,800 You look gorgeous. 1232 00:54:22,934 --> 00:54:24,233 Thank you. 1233 00:54:24,367 --> 00:54:26,200 - Cheers. - Cheers. 1234 00:54:26,333 --> 00:54:27,600 Well done on the event. 1235 00:54:27,734 --> 00:54:30,333 Thank you. 1236 00:54:32,400 --> 00:54:34,000 - Shall we? - Sure. 1237 00:54:37,000 --> 00:54:38,433 (sighing) 1238 00:54:45,433 --> 00:54:47,500 We're not really doing much mixing. 1239 00:54:50,000 --> 00:54:52,000 I'm okay with that. 1240 00:54:53,166 --> 00:54:54,834 So am I. 1241 00:54:57,533 --> 00:54:59,400 Oh, I was meaning to tell you, 1242 00:54:59,533 --> 00:55:00,633 I ran the numbers 1243 00:55:00,767 --> 00:55:03,967 on making Project Christmas Wish a year-round thing. 1244 00:55:04,100 --> 00:55:07,700 Although, I guess technically Christmas is just December 1245 00:55:07,834 --> 00:55:09,834 so the rest of the year I would just be a stranger 1246 00:55:09,967 --> 00:55:11,166 meddling in people's affairs. 1247 00:55:11,300 --> 00:55:12,667 Dream job! 1248 00:55:12,800 --> 00:55:14,033 (chuckling) 1249 00:55:14,166 --> 00:55:15,300 That's your dream job! Come on. 1250 00:55:15,433 --> 00:55:17,367 Well, kinda, yeah. 1251 00:55:18,266 --> 00:55:22,200 Unfortunately, it's just not possible. 1252 00:55:22,333 --> 00:55:25,467 What happened to where there's a wish, there's a way? 1253 00:55:26,734 --> 00:55:28,633 Doesn't apply this time. 1254 00:55:31,166 --> 00:55:33,800 ♪ Bells will be ringing 1255 00:55:33,934 --> 00:55:34,834 I never asked! 1256 00:55:34,967 --> 00:55:35,633 ♪ The glad, glad news 1257 00:55:35,767 --> 00:55:37,266 How about you? What's your wish? 1258 00:55:37,400 --> 00:55:41,100 ♪ Oh, what a Christmas 1259 00:55:41,233 --> 00:55:42,633 Right now, my wish is to dance with you. 1260 00:55:42,767 --> 00:55:44,767 ♪ To have the blues 1261 00:55:44,900 --> 00:55:46,700 Would you like to make my wish come true? 1262 00:55:46,834 --> 00:55:48,100 ♪ My baby's gone 1263 00:55:48,233 --> 00:55:51,033 I mean, it's kinda my job. 1264 00:55:51,166 --> 00:55:53,700 ♪ I have no friends 1265 00:55:53,834 --> 00:55:56,967 ♪ To wish my greetings 1266 00:55:57,100 --> 00:56:00,767 ♪ Once again 1267 00:56:00,900 --> 00:56:02,033 ♪ Ooh, ooh 1268 00:56:02,166 --> 00:56:04,834 ♪ Choirs will be singing 1269 00:56:04,967 --> 00:56:07,867 ♪ Silent Night 1270 00:56:10,467 --> 00:56:13,166 ♪ Oh, Christmas carols 1271 00:56:13,300 --> 00:56:17,000 ♪ By candlelight 1272 00:56:17,133 --> 00:56:20,667 ♪ Please, come home for Christmas ♪ 1273 00:56:20,800 --> 00:56:24,900 ♪ Please, come home for Christmas ♪ 1274 00:56:25,033 --> 00:56:27,367 ♪ If not for Christmas 1275 00:56:27,500 --> 00:56:30,700 ♪ By New Year's night 1276 00:56:33,667 --> 00:56:36,400 Would you mind if I joined Project Christmas Wish? 1277 00:56:36,533 --> 00:56:38,533 ♪ You'll never more roam 1278 00:56:38,667 --> 00:56:40,533 Please. 1279 00:56:40,667 --> 00:56:43,567 ♪ Christmas and New Year's 1280 00:56:43,700 --> 00:56:46,467 ♪ Will find you a home 1281 00:56:48,367 --> 00:56:51,834 ♪ There'll be no more sorrow 1282 00:56:51,967 --> 00:56:54,433 ♪ No grief or pain 1283 00:56:56,233 --> 00:56:58,400 ♪ 'Cause I'll be happy 1284 00:56:58,533 --> 00:57:02,600 ♪ That it's Christmas once again ♪ 1285 00:57:08,300 --> 00:57:09,433 Mike on air: And we're back with Lucy 1286 00:57:09,567 --> 00:57:10,700 and Project Christmas Wish updates. 1287 00:57:10,834 --> 00:57:11,900 Lucy: Good news. 1288 00:57:12,033 --> 00:57:13,700 Mary Kay is out of the hospital and thanks everyone 1289 00:57:13,834 --> 00:57:14,867 for their visits and meals-- 1290 00:57:15,000 --> 00:57:17,500 I will never tire of hearing your voice on the radio. 1291 00:57:17,633 --> 00:57:20,967 Ugh. Hearing my own voice is like nails on a chalkboard. 1292 00:57:21,100 --> 00:57:22,600 I can't wait until Christmas is over. 1293 00:57:22,734 --> 00:57:23,800 (gasping) 1294 00:57:23,934 --> 00:57:25,000 Gasp. 1295 00:57:25,133 --> 00:57:27,633 I didn't mean that. Don't ever tell anyone I said that. 1296 00:57:27,767 --> 00:57:29,266 Okay. 1297 00:57:29,400 --> 00:57:31,667 But back on the topic-- 1298 00:57:31,800 --> 00:57:33,000 (clearing throat) 1299 00:57:33,133 --> 00:57:34,700 Your dance with Lucas? 1300 00:57:34,834 --> 00:57:36,500 It was just a dance. 1301 00:57:36,633 --> 00:57:38,467 Maybe a friendly dance? 1302 00:57:38,600 --> 00:57:40,767 Maybe he was just thanking me for helping him with Max. 1303 00:57:40,900 --> 00:57:44,166 A fruit basket is a thank you. A dance is romance. 1304 00:57:44,300 --> 00:57:45,500 And stop denying it. 1305 00:57:45,633 --> 00:57:48,333 You and Lucas have stars beaming out of your eyes 1306 00:57:48,467 --> 00:57:49,700 every time you look at each other. 1307 00:57:49,834 --> 00:57:51,333 You're like cartoon characters. 1308 00:57:51,467 --> 00:57:54,667 Oh. That explains why my stomach feels like an accordion. 1309 00:57:54,800 --> 00:57:56,500 You mean butterflies? 1310 00:57:56,633 --> 00:57:57,500 Enjoy it. 1311 00:57:57,633 --> 00:57:58,633 What's wrong? 1312 00:57:58,767 --> 00:57:59,900 It's Cullen. 1313 00:58:00,100 --> 00:58:04,400 He's withdrawn and secretive and he's always running off. 1314 00:58:04,533 --> 00:58:05,433 I'm just-- 1315 00:58:05,567 --> 00:58:09,700 wondering-- is he avoiding me? 1316 00:58:09,834 --> 00:58:11,900 Does he-- wanna break up? 1317 00:58:12,033 --> 00:58:13,734 What? No, of course not! 1318 00:58:13,867 --> 00:58:14,900 Then what's going on with him? 1319 00:58:15,033 --> 00:58:18,133 I'm sure whatever it is, you'll find out soon enough. 1320 00:58:19,166 --> 00:58:20,600 But I have to get going. 1321 00:58:20,734 --> 00:58:22,900 I have to go set up for the fundraiser. 1322 00:58:26,200 --> 00:58:28,233 (inhaling) 1323 00:58:29,233 --> 00:58:30,900 All my friends are weird. 1324 00:58:34,700 --> 00:58:37,433 Cullen, whatever you're doing, stop. 1325 00:58:37,567 --> 00:58:38,333 Please, try to act normal 1326 00:58:38,467 --> 00:58:41,033 if that's at all in your wheelhouse. 1327 00:58:41,166 --> 00:58:42,367 Oh. 1328 00:58:42,500 --> 00:58:44,800 This is Lucy, by the way. Bye! 1329 00:58:47,800 --> 00:58:48,767 (sighing) 1330 00:58:52,700 --> 00:58:53,734 (doorbell ringing) 1331 00:58:58,633 --> 00:58:59,867 - Hey! - Hello! 1332 00:59:00,066 --> 00:59:02,100 (chuckling) Hi, honey. 1333 00:59:02,233 --> 00:59:04,300 Hi, Mom. Good morning. 1334 00:59:04,433 --> 00:59:06,667 We brought fresh-made doughnuts. 1335 00:59:06,800 --> 00:59:08,934 Agh, sorry. We should've asked first. 1336 00:59:09,066 --> 00:59:11,633 Hey, it's fine. It is fine. It is the holidays, right? 1337 00:59:11,767 --> 00:59:12,967 Why don't you take those to the kitchen 1338 00:59:13,100 --> 00:59:15,066 and put 'em on a plate, sweetheart? 1339 00:59:15,200 --> 00:59:16,233 (satisfied sighing) 1340 00:59:16,367 --> 00:59:17,467 (chuckling) Whoa! 1341 00:59:17,600 --> 00:59:20,600 Wow! That's so-- 1342 00:59:20,734 --> 00:59:22,400 Uh, over-the-top? 1343 00:59:22,533 --> 00:59:23,600 Yeah, that is her middle name. 1344 00:59:23,734 --> 00:59:25,233 Max and I made it with Lucy. 1345 00:59:25,367 --> 00:59:27,433 Ah. Seems like you two have been spending a lot of time 1346 00:59:27,567 --> 00:59:28,600 with Lucy. 1347 00:59:28,734 --> 00:59:31,266 Yeah. Yeah, well there's Max's wish. 1348 00:59:31,400 --> 00:59:33,600 Plus we're becoming friends. 1349 00:59:33,734 --> 00:59:34,600 Hmm. 1350 00:59:34,734 --> 00:59:36,800 And, yeah. I think there's something there. 1351 00:59:36,934 --> 00:59:39,700 And Max absolutely loves her. 1352 00:59:40,734 --> 00:59:42,400 (whispering) You know, but then it kinda feels 1353 00:59:42,533 --> 00:59:44,166 like we're forgetting about Stephanie. 1354 00:59:44,300 --> 00:59:46,000 And I thought the whole point of Max's wish 1355 00:59:46,133 --> 00:59:48,567 was to remember her, not replace her. 1356 00:59:48,700 --> 00:59:51,166 Lucas, honey. 1357 00:59:51,300 --> 00:59:53,467 Stephanie was her mother. 1358 00:59:53,600 --> 00:59:55,133 No one can replace her. 1359 00:59:55,266 --> 00:59:57,000 Max: Come eat! 1360 01:00:08,700 --> 01:00:10,333 - (Lucas chuckling) - Max: Lucy! 1361 01:00:10,467 --> 01:00:12,433 (laughing) 1362 01:00:12,567 --> 01:00:13,967 Hello! 1363 01:00:14,100 --> 01:00:15,467 Ooh, look what I have here. 1364 01:00:15,600 --> 01:00:16,967 Both: Bling! 1365 01:00:17,100 --> 01:00:18,066 (giggling) 1366 01:00:18,200 --> 01:00:20,333 - What is this? - It's for the carnival games. 1367 01:00:20,467 --> 01:00:22,433 Daddy and I made it. 1368 01:00:22,567 --> 01:00:25,133 It's pin the tail... on the Christmas horse! 1369 01:00:25,266 --> 01:00:27,667 Aw, that's great! 1370 01:00:27,800 --> 01:00:28,667 She did all of it. 1371 01:00:28,800 --> 01:00:30,900 Thank you. - Also Lucy, 1372 01:00:31,033 --> 01:00:33,066 you know how you said I'll be the queen of the carnival? 1373 01:00:33,200 --> 01:00:34,233 Mm-hm? 1374 01:00:34,367 --> 01:00:35,633 Does that mean I can make a speech? 1375 01:00:35,767 --> 01:00:36,967 Oh! 1376 01:00:39,600 --> 01:00:41,467 Oh, are you asking my permission this time? 1377 01:00:41,600 --> 01:00:43,433 Very thoughtful. (chuckling) 1378 01:00:43,567 --> 01:00:45,800 You know, if it's okay with Lucy, 1379 01:00:45,934 --> 01:00:47,233 it's okay with me. 1380 01:00:47,367 --> 01:00:48,767 (mouthing word) 1381 01:00:48,900 --> 01:00:50,867 Yes! 1382 01:00:51,667 --> 01:00:53,500 You wanna bring that over here? 1383 01:00:53,633 --> 01:00:55,333 Sure. By the way, did you find out 1384 01:00:55,467 --> 01:00:57,934 why Elmhurst's mascot is a horse? 1385 01:00:58,066 --> 01:01:00,734 Not yet, but it's the next thing on my to do list after sleep. 1386 01:01:00,867 --> 01:01:02,367 Yes. 1387 01:01:02,500 --> 01:01:03,967 Can I put you to work? 1388 01:01:04,100 --> 01:01:05,066 Actually, I'm busy. 1389 01:01:05,200 --> 01:01:07,400 As the newest member of Project Christmas Wish, 1390 01:01:07,533 --> 01:01:10,567 I, uh, got something that I'm working on. 1391 01:01:10,700 --> 01:01:13,700 Ooh! That's excited. What is it? 1392 01:01:13,834 --> 01:01:15,834 Just official wish business. 1393 01:01:16,934 --> 01:01:20,033 If it's official, you should probably run it by me. 1394 01:01:20,166 --> 01:01:21,467 Let me rephrase. 1395 01:01:21,600 --> 01:01:23,734 Secret wish business. 1396 01:01:25,266 --> 01:01:26,834 You'll find out. Be patient. 1397 01:01:26,967 --> 01:01:29,033 Oh. See-- 1398 01:01:29,166 --> 01:01:31,834 I'm not really known for my patience. 1399 01:01:31,967 --> 01:01:33,400 (chuckling) 1400 01:01:33,533 --> 01:01:35,567 I know. 1401 01:01:35,700 --> 01:01:38,066 Come over for pizza tonight? 1402 01:01:39,867 --> 01:01:41,233 Sure. 1403 01:01:48,934 --> 01:01:51,166 - (giggling) - Whoa! 1404 01:02:07,667 --> 01:02:09,867 So, did I say that I couldn't juggle? 1405 01:02:10,000 --> 01:02:12,233 'Cause, I don't know, I kinda-- 1406 01:02:12,367 --> 01:02:13,633 do a little juggling. 1407 01:02:13,767 --> 01:02:14,767 You stinker! 1408 01:02:14,900 --> 01:02:17,100 Now we need hot chocolate to dip our snow people in. 1409 01:02:17,233 --> 01:02:18,600 It's a good try but it's bedtime. 1410 01:02:18,734 --> 01:02:20,900 Bedtime is not part of my Project Christmas Wish. 1411 01:02:21,900 --> 01:02:23,867 Well done, kiddo! 1412 01:02:24,000 --> 01:02:26,300 It's a good try, but no. So, say good night to Lucy. 1413 01:02:26,433 --> 01:02:28,000 Good night. 1414 01:02:29,166 --> 01:02:30,467 (giggling) 1415 01:02:34,333 --> 01:02:35,200 Hey. 1416 01:02:35,333 --> 01:02:36,133 You don't have to go. 1417 01:02:36,266 --> 01:02:38,100 I'll just be like, ten or 15 minutes. 1418 01:02:38,233 --> 01:02:40,934 Okay. I'll stay. 1419 01:02:48,767 --> 01:02:51,667 Oh, she went out like a light! 1420 01:02:55,233 --> 01:02:57,567 Lucy? 1421 01:03:03,633 --> 01:03:12,333 ♪ 1422 01:03:14,567 --> 01:03:16,400 I see you found the fire pit. - I found it. 1423 01:03:18,166 --> 01:03:19,633 Just in case you're cold. 1424 01:03:24,600 --> 01:03:27,633 It feels really nice to just sit. 1425 01:03:27,767 --> 01:03:30,133 Oh, I forgot to tell you, 1426 01:03:30,266 --> 01:03:34,100 I did some Elmhurst horse mascot research. 1427 01:03:34,233 --> 01:03:38,200 Ooh, please tell me it's an incredibly romantic story? 1428 01:03:38,333 --> 01:03:40,667 So, it turns out, 1429 01:03:40,800 --> 01:03:43,133 Elmhurst's founding father, 1430 01:03:43,266 --> 01:03:45,433 he rode his horse across the entire country 1431 01:03:45,567 --> 01:03:47,633 and he was looking for the love of his life 1432 01:03:47,767 --> 01:03:49,000 that he had seen in a dream. 1433 01:03:49,133 --> 01:03:52,000 - Ah! - But meanwhile, 1434 01:03:52,133 --> 01:03:54,533 Elmhurst's founding mother was riding her own horse 1435 01:03:54,667 --> 01:03:56,166 across the country, 1436 01:03:56,300 --> 01:03:58,600 looking for the love of her life, 1437 01:03:58,734 --> 01:03:59,767 that only she had seen in a dream. 1438 01:03:59,900 --> 01:04:00,934 Oh! 1439 01:04:02,400 --> 01:04:03,867 And fate would have it 1440 01:04:04,000 --> 01:04:07,533 that their paths crossed right here in Elmhurst, 1441 01:04:07,667 --> 01:04:09,767 whereupon laying eyes on each other for the first time, 1442 01:04:09,900 --> 01:04:13,900 they ran in slow motion through a field of wildflowers 1443 01:04:14,033 --> 01:04:16,200 into each other's arms. 1444 01:04:18,367 --> 01:04:19,900 (laughing) 1445 01:04:20,033 --> 01:04:22,900 Way to toy with my emotions! 1446 01:04:23,033 --> 01:04:25,367 I'm sorry. The truth isn't that excited. 1447 01:04:25,500 --> 01:04:27,333 There just used to be a lot of wild horses here. 1448 01:04:27,467 --> 01:04:29,000 - Oh. - Yeah. 1449 01:04:29,133 --> 01:04:30,700 That's substantially less romantic. 1450 01:04:30,834 --> 01:04:32,867 I know. 1451 01:04:33,000 --> 01:04:36,100 So, the horse mystery is solved, but... 1452 01:04:36,233 --> 01:04:37,533 I couldn't find an explanation 1453 01:04:37,667 --> 01:04:39,967 for the Elmhurst Christmas horse. 1454 01:04:43,166 --> 01:04:44,266 I made it up. 1455 01:04:46,033 --> 01:04:47,767 I just combined my two favorite things- 1456 01:04:47,900 --> 01:04:51,867 Elmhurst and Christmas and added a catchy nickname. 1457 01:04:52,000 --> 01:04:53,667 And it stuck! 1458 01:04:53,800 --> 01:04:55,066 You and your nicknames! 1459 01:04:55,200 --> 01:04:56,967 (laughing) 1460 01:04:58,133 --> 01:04:59,800 You are so beautiful. 1461 01:05:03,400 --> 01:05:05,667 Can I kiss you? 1462 01:05:19,233 --> 01:05:28,300 ♪ 1463 01:05:33,033 --> 01:05:34,367 (whispering) I'm sorry. 1464 01:05:38,433 --> 01:05:40,967 I-- uh-- 1465 01:05:42,266 --> 01:05:43,500 I should go. 1466 01:05:45,900 --> 01:05:48,767 Well, you live here. I'll go. 1467 01:05:56,567 --> 01:05:57,800 (sighing) 1468 01:06:10,000 --> 01:06:11,567 (movie m) 1469 01:06:17,200 --> 01:06:18,467 Mm. 1470 01:06:20,233 --> 01:06:22,600 Pretty romantic stuff, Mr. Mittens. 1471 01:06:24,900 --> 01:06:27,433 At least we have each other. 1472 01:06:27,567 --> 01:06:28,567 (meowing) 1473 01:06:30,200 --> 01:06:31,166 Thanks for that. 1474 01:06:31,300 --> 01:06:32,300 (door opening) Joyce: Hello! 1475 01:06:35,233 --> 01:06:36,567 You're not dressed yet? 1476 01:06:36,700 --> 01:06:38,433 The fundraiser starts in an hour! 1477 01:06:38,567 --> 01:06:40,133 Let me help you with that. 1478 01:06:44,300 --> 01:06:45,533 Lucy! 1479 01:06:48,133 --> 01:06:49,433 Sorry. 1480 01:06:51,467 --> 01:06:53,100 No! 1481 01:06:53,233 --> 01:06:54,700 I made this for the carnival volunteers. 1482 01:06:54,834 --> 01:06:57,367 - But I need it. - Honey! 1483 01:06:57,500 --> 01:06:58,433 What are you doin'? 1484 01:06:58,567 --> 01:07:01,567 Trying to eat an entire yule log for breakfast. 1485 01:07:01,700 --> 01:07:02,667 How does it seem like I'm doing? 1486 01:07:02,800 --> 01:07:04,100 Just call Lucas! 1487 01:07:04,233 --> 01:07:05,400 No! 1488 01:07:05,533 --> 01:07:06,300 I'm not calling him. 1489 01:07:06,433 --> 01:07:08,934 He's the one that freaked out, not me. 1490 01:07:09,066 --> 01:07:10,433 You know, this is a lot for him. 1491 01:07:10,567 --> 01:07:12,400 And I know you can empathize. 1492 01:07:12,533 --> 01:07:14,900 I definitely empathize. 1493 01:07:15,033 --> 01:07:17,600 But also, I don't wanna fall for someone 1494 01:07:17,734 --> 01:07:19,934 who's in love with someone else. 1495 01:07:20,066 --> 01:07:21,333 I've already done that. 1496 01:07:21,467 --> 01:07:23,667 It's easy to move old wounds onto new people, 1497 01:07:23,800 --> 01:07:27,333 but try not to shut down, okay? 1498 01:07:30,900 --> 01:07:33,333 (crowd chatter, music) 1499 01:07:43,400 --> 01:07:45,300 Hey, Cullen. 1500 01:07:45,433 --> 01:07:47,767 Hi, Lucy. Question. 1501 01:07:47,900 --> 01:07:50,300 Why was a snow machine delivered to the tree lot today? 1502 01:07:50,433 --> 01:07:52,500 Oh good, it arrived. 1503 01:07:52,633 --> 01:07:53,667 Well, just in case it doesn't snow 1504 01:07:53,800 --> 01:07:54,867 during the proposal tomorrow. 1505 01:07:55,934 --> 01:07:56,834 We have to have snow. 1506 01:07:56,967 --> 01:08:00,133 I don't know. It just doesn't feel right. 1507 01:08:00,266 --> 01:08:02,066 You said you wanted romantic. 1508 01:08:02,200 --> 01:08:04,533 I meant romantic for me and Joan, 1509 01:08:04,667 --> 01:08:06,734 not for a steamy romance novel. 1510 01:08:06,867 --> 01:08:08,166 Hi, you two! 1511 01:08:10,533 --> 01:08:13,500 - I'm gonna go see Santa. - Okay. 1512 01:08:15,467 --> 01:08:16,967 Do you see what I mean? 1513 01:08:17,100 --> 01:08:19,266 I think he wants to break up. 1514 01:08:20,367 --> 01:08:21,166 No. I don't-- 1515 01:08:21,300 --> 01:08:24,033 I'm gonna go find my parents, okay? 1516 01:08:29,300 --> 01:08:30,333 Oh, boy. 1517 01:08:34,033 --> 01:08:35,700 Lucy! 1518 01:08:37,000 --> 01:08:39,533 The queen of the carnival has arrived. 1519 01:08:41,934 --> 01:08:43,200 We're going to take our photo with Santa! 1520 01:08:43,333 --> 01:08:44,066 Come be in it! 1521 01:08:44,200 --> 01:08:46,667 No, honey, that's a family photo. 1522 01:08:48,433 --> 01:08:49,967 Why don't you take Grandma and Grandpa 1523 01:08:50,100 --> 01:08:52,066 and go wait in line up there, okay? I'll be there in a minute. 1524 01:08:58,967 --> 01:08:59,867 Hi. 1525 01:09:00,066 --> 01:09:01,900 Hi. 1526 01:09:03,100 --> 01:09:06,533 Listen, I'm sorry for how I reacted, 1527 01:09:06,667 --> 01:09:08,300 and for not reaching out to you. 1528 01:09:08,433 --> 01:09:09,533 (inhaling) 1529 01:09:09,667 --> 01:09:12,467 It's, uh, it's complicated. 1530 01:09:12,600 --> 01:09:14,200 I know, 1531 01:09:14,333 --> 01:09:16,767 but I think this is supposed to be a relief 1532 01:09:16,900 --> 01:09:17,867 from the complicated. 1533 01:09:18,000 --> 01:09:19,800 Yeah, I wish it could be. 1534 01:09:19,934 --> 01:09:21,133 I really do. 1535 01:09:22,100 --> 01:09:24,633 Because I have a lot of feelings for you. 1536 01:09:26,700 --> 01:09:29,033 I just don't know if I'm ready, 1537 01:09:29,166 --> 01:09:31,166 or if I'll ever be ready. 1538 01:09:37,934 --> 01:09:39,133 Oh. 1539 01:09:41,700 --> 01:09:43,900 Okay. 1540 01:09:44,033 --> 01:09:46,400 I can't just... 1541 01:09:46,533 --> 01:09:49,033 wait around for you to figure that out, Lucas. 1542 01:09:49,166 --> 01:09:51,600 You-- 1543 01:09:51,734 --> 01:09:55,266 I know you're afraid. So am I. But... 1544 01:09:55,400 --> 01:09:57,800 I'm a human being. I have emotions, 1545 01:09:57,934 --> 01:10:00,700 and I can't just give you my heart 1546 01:10:00,834 --> 01:10:03,300 and hope that one day maybe you'll do the same. 1547 01:10:05,233 --> 01:10:07,300 I have to protect myself. 1548 01:10:10,767 --> 01:10:12,100 (sighing) 1549 01:10:14,834 --> 01:10:16,200 It has been so wonderful, 1550 01:10:16,333 --> 01:10:17,967 spending this time with you and Max. 1551 01:10:20,200 --> 01:10:22,033 You made my Christmas. 1552 01:10:22,166 --> 01:10:24,066 But? 1553 01:10:26,166 --> 01:10:28,734 I think we just let ourselves get swept away. 1554 01:10:30,233 --> 01:10:34,300 You're not ready and I don't wanna get hurt again. 1555 01:10:38,100 --> 01:10:40,100 We should just be friends, okay? 1556 01:10:42,100 --> 01:10:43,867 Max: Daddy! 1557 01:10:44,000 --> 01:10:46,066 They're waiting for you. 1558 01:10:49,667 --> 01:10:50,667 Okay. 1559 01:10:58,367 --> 01:10:59,934 (exhaling) 1560 01:11:03,000 --> 01:11:03,767 Mom, 1561 01:11:03,900 --> 01:11:05,600 and Martha, what are you doing here? 1562 01:11:05,734 --> 01:11:07,467 You've adopted me for Christmas! 1563 01:11:07,600 --> 01:11:09,500 I was one of those wishes 1564 01:11:09,633 --> 01:11:12,700 for friends to spend Christmas with. 1565 01:11:12,834 --> 01:11:15,533 And I promise to repay your kindness in homemade shortbread. 1566 01:11:15,667 --> 01:11:17,133 Ooh! 1567 01:11:17,266 --> 01:11:20,433 Martha's gonna join us for Christmas Eve dinner. 1568 01:11:20,567 --> 01:11:24,266 Oh! Your shortbread and your company. 1569 01:11:24,400 --> 01:11:26,500 Merry Christmas to us. 1570 01:11:26,633 --> 01:11:28,867 Love. 1571 01:11:29,000 --> 01:11:30,667 What's wrong? 1572 01:11:32,934 --> 01:11:35,300 I, uh, should go do my rounds. 1573 01:11:35,433 --> 01:11:37,500 But the holiday punch is delicious. 1574 01:11:37,633 --> 01:11:39,300 You two should go grab a glass. 1575 01:11:39,433 --> 01:11:41,767 Does it have rum in it? 1576 01:11:41,900 --> 01:11:43,667 - It better! - (chuckling) 1577 01:11:59,166 --> 01:12:01,233 You've been awfully quiet. 1578 01:12:02,300 --> 01:12:03,567 Something going on? 1579 01:12:05,133 --> 01:12:07,266 Well, 1580 01:12:07,400 --> 01:12:09,400 I think I ended things with Lucy. 1581 01:12:09,533 --> 01:12:10,700 What? 1582 01:12:10,834 --> 01:12:11,934 Why'd you do that? 1583 01:12:12,066 --> 01:12:16,233 Well, based upon your reaction, because I'm an idiot. 1584 01:12:16,367 --> 01:12:17,233 Obviously. 1585 01:12:17,367 --> 01:12:20,567 Son. 1586 01:12:22,567 --> 01:12:26,200 I guess... 1587 01:12:26,333 --> 01:12:28,934 it's like sometimes when I'm with Lucy, 1588 01:12:29,066 --> 01:12:31,033 I feel like everything is perfectly right. 1589 01:12:32,200 --> 01:12:34,400 Like lightning struck again. 1590 01:12:35,667 --> 01:12:37,633 And then I just start to feel guilty. 1591 01:12:39,633 --> 01:12:42,100 Like I'm betraying Stephanie. 1592 01:12:42,233 --> 01:12:44,166 I'm just afraid that I'm gonna forget her. 1593 01:12:44,300 --> 01:12:46,633 You could never forget her. 1594 01:12:48,667 --> 01:12:51,734 Lucas, where there's deep grief, 1595 01:12:51,867 --> 01:12:53,100 there was great love. 1596 01:12:55,233 --> 01:12:58,066 It may feel like grief is the last way 1597 01:12:58,200 --> 01:13:00,834 that we can love someone we've lost, but it's not. 1598 01:13:02,567 --> 01:13:04,567 Love doesn't end. 1599 01:13:04,700 --> 01:13:06,767 It just changes form. 1600 01:13:06,900 --> 01:13:11,467 And Stephanie and Lucy are two entirely different loves. 1601 01:13:24,066 --> 01:13:27,200 Lucas: Hey, Muffin, it's time for bed! 1602 01:13:39,734 --> 01:13:40,767 (clearing throat) 1603 01:13:40,900 --> 01:13:41,934 Knock-knock. 1604 01:13:42,066 --> 01:13:43,800 Max: Come in. 1605 01:13:49,467 --> 01:13:51,367 Okay. Oh. 1606 01:13:56,266 --> 01:13:57,633 Max, what's going on? 1607 01:13:57,767 --> 01:14:00,734 I know you and Lucy got into a fight. 1608 01:14:00,867 --> 01:14:02,400 Where did you hear that? 1609 01:14:02,533 --> 01:14:05,000 Grandma and Grandpa were talking about it. 1610 01:14:07,967 --> 01:14:09,834 Lucy and I, we did not get into a fight, honey. 1611 01:14:09,967 --> 01:14:11,333 We just-- 1612 01:14:11,467 --> 01:14:14,567 we might not see her around as much in the future. 1613 01:14:14,700 --> 01:14:17,533 But I love Lucy, and I'll miss her! 1614 01:14:17,667 --> 01:14:19,934 I know. I'll miss her too. 1615 01:14:21,266 --> 01:14:22,700 But we don't have to be sad about it, okay? 1616 01:14:22,834 --> 01:14:26,033 'Cause we're gonna see her around town all the time. 1617 01:14:26,166 --> 01:14:28,400 Plus, we made her Christmas wish come true. 1618 01:14:28,533 --> 01:14:29,633 What wish? 1619 01:14:29,767 --> 01:14:32,934 You know, the big surprise. 1620 01:14:34,633 --> 01:14:37,934 Daddy, that wasn't her real wish. 1621 01:14:51,600 --> 01:14:53,767 (chatter, cheering) 1622 01:14:56,533 --> 01:15:06,567 ♪ 1623 01:15:18,467 --> 01:15:19,867 (grunting) 1624 01:15:20,000 --> 01:15:21,367 Wow. 1625 01:15:28,133 --> 01:15:29,300 What are you doing? 1626 01:15:29,433 --> 01:15:31,533 Uh-- 1627 01:15:31,667 --> 01:15:34,300 I'm sorry, is that a snow machine? 1628 01:15:34,433 --> 01:15:36,166 Uh, no. 1629 01:15:36,300 --> 01:15:37,433 I mean-- 1630 01:15:37,567 --> 01:15:38,600 Yes? I mean-- 1631 01:15:38,734 --> 01:15:41,633 Cullen, what is going on with you? 1632 01:15:43,600 --> 01:15:46,166 Are you breaking up with me? 1633 01:15:46,300 --> 01:15:47,500 What? 1634 01:15:47,633 --> 01:15:48,467 No, of course not! 1635 01:15:48,600 --> 01:15:52,500 Okay. Then why are you being so weird? 1636 01:15:52,633 --> 01:15:54,767 I'm being weird because I love you. 1637 01:15:54,900 --> 01:15:57,367 That doesn't really explain it. 1638 01:15:57,500 --> 01:15:59,300 And I wanna marry you. 1639 01:16:01,834 --> 01:16:03,266 That's why I've been off. 1640 01:16:03,400 --> 01:16:05,767 Because I asked Lucy to help me plan out 1641 01:16:05,900 --> 01:16:07,367 this big, romantic proposal 1642 01:16:07,500 --> 01:16:09,600 and it totally got out of hand. 1643 01:16:09,734 --> 01:16:11,834 As everything with Lucy does. 1644 01:16:11,967 --> 01:16:13,400 I learned that. 1645 01:16:13,533 --> 01:16:17,367 So, what I'm trying to say is... 1646 01:16:20,867 --> 01:16:23,100 you're my soul mate. 1647 01:16:23,233 --> 01:16:25,700 And you know we're lifers, 1648 01:16:25,834 --> 01:16:28,533 so, you wanna make it official? 1649 01:16:28,667 --> 01:16:30,533 Yes! Yes, of course! 1650 01:16:30,667 --> 01:16:31,633 (chuckling) 1651 01:16:34,500 --> 01:16:37,100 I love you. - I love you. 1652 01:16:39,633 --> 01:16:42,100 Lucas: Oh. Shoot. 1653 01:16:42,233 --> 01:16:44,433 Hey. 1654 01:16:44,567 --> 01:16:46,166 Sorry, was I interrupting something? 1655 01:16:46,300 --> 01:16:47,166 Yeah, a little. 1656 01:16:47,300 --> 01:16:49,066 - Yeah. - I'm sorry. 1657 01:16:49,200 --> 01:16:51,967 If you're looking for Lucy, she's in there. 1658 01:16:53,967 --> 01:16:55,567 But it might be best to give her some space? 1659 01:16:55,700 --> 01:16:59,567 Yes, I understand she needs some space. 1660 01:16:59,700 --> 01:17:02,433 But also, I could really use your help. 1661 01:17:03,867 --> 01:17:06,000 Really important. 1662 01:17:07,934 --> 01:17:10,800 Honey, talk to me. 1663 01:17:12,266 --> 01:17:14,500 I'm fine. Really. 1664 01:17:15,767 --> 01:17:19,066 I mean, focus on the positive, right? 1665 01:17:19,200 --> 01:17:22,300 It's our best Project Christmas Wish ever, 1666 01:17:22,433 --> 01:17:24,667 most successful fundraiser. 1667 01:17:25,934 --> 01:17:27,467 What more could I ask for? 1668 01:17:30,333 --> 01:17:33,900 Except that's the problem. Now I wanna ask for everything. 1669 01:17:35,300 --> 01:17:36,433 You know, after the divorce, 1670 01:17:36,567 --> 01:17:40,033 I just wanted to forget. 1671 01:17:40,166 --> 01:17:44,166 About the heartbreak, the loss. 1672 01:17:44,300 --> 01:17:47,734 But most of all, I wanted to forget about the love. 1673 01:17:49,066 --> 01:17:51,800 And I did forget. 1674 01:17:51,934 --> 01:17:55,834 I forgot how good it can be. 1675 01:17:55,967 --> 01:17:58,200 And Lucas reminded me of that. 1676 01:17:59,834 --> 01:18:04,600 He reminded me that I do want love in my life, 1677 01:18:04,734 --> 01:18:07,500 and that I should ask for it. 1678 01:18:07,633 --> 01:18:09,967 I should ask for everything. 1679 01:18:12,500 --> 01:18:15,367 So... 1680 01:18:15,500 --> 01:18:20,467 yes, things with Lucas didn't work out how I had hoped... 1681 01:18:21,900 --> 01:18:24,200 ..but some good came from it. 1682 01:18:26,367 --> 01:18:28,033 I love you so much. 1683 01:18:29,900 --> 01:18:32,100 I love you too, Mom. 1684 01:18:37,233 --> 01:18:38,834 (sighing) I should get to the stage 1685 01:18:38,967 --> 01:18:40,266 to make sure Cullen has everything set up 1686 01:18:40,400 --> 01:18:41,700 for the proposal. 1687 01:18:41,834 --> 01:18:43,266 I'll pack up and meet you there. 1688 01:18:43,400 --> 01:18:44,633 Okay. 1689 01:18:55,300 --> 01:18:57,266 All good? Have you linked up with the violinist? 1690 01:18:57,400 --> 01:18:58,800 Okay. 1691 01:19:00,633 --> 01:19:01,900 Hey, perfect timing! 1692 01:19:02,033 --> 01:19:03,734 Are you ready for your big speech? 1693 01:19:03,867 --> 01:19:04,834 Kind of. (nervous chuckling) 1694 01:19:04,967 --> 01:19:05,834 You're gonna be great. 1695 01:19:05,967 --> 01:19:06,900 Where's your dad? 1696 01:19:07,033 --> 01:19:08,600 Um, he'll be here later. 1697 01:19:08,734 --> 01:19:10,834 Okay. Let's go. 1698 01:19:15,867 --> 01:19:17,233 Hello, everyone. 1699 01:19:17,367 --> 01:19:18,433 This is Max, 1700 01:19:18,567 --> 01:19:22,333 our big Project Christmas Wish recipient of the year, 1701 01:19:22,467 --> 01:19:25,100 and she has a few words to share. 1702 01:19:26,200 --> 01:19:28,834 (applause) 1703 01:19:28,967 --> 01:19:31,266 Um, hi. I'm Max. 1704 01:19:31,400 --> 01:19:33,967 And I just wanna say thank you to everyone 1705 01:19:34,100 --> 01:19:37,667 for helping make my Project Christmas Wish come true. 1706 01:19:37,800 --> 01:19:41,767 But actually, my wish didn't really come true 1707 01:19:41,900 --> 01:19:45,233 because I've learned that sometimes we wish for one thing 1708 01:19:45,367 --> 01:19:47,600 but really want something else. 1709 01:19:47,734 --> 01:19:50,934 Like how I wished for a Christmas like it used to, 1710 01:19:51,066 --> 01:19:54,934 but what I really wanted was to not feel sad anymore. 1711 01:19:56,000 --> 01:19:59,100 But now I'm glad that my wish didn't come true, 1712 01:19:59,233 --> 01:20:03,133 'cause now I know that being sad sometimes is a part of it. 1713 01:20:03,266 --> 01:20:04,900 It's an important part, 1714 01:20:05,033 --> 01:20:06,133 because it makes the happy times, 1715 01:20:06,266 --> 01:20:08,667 like right now, 1716 01:20:08,800 --> 01:20:11,100 even more happy. 1717 01:20:11,233 --> 01:20:15,100 And so, thank you. Merry Christmas. 1718 01:20:15,233 --> 01:20:17,133 (mouthing words) 1719 01:20:17,266 --> 01:20:20,767 (applause) 1720 01:20:20,900 --> 01:20:23,166 And Lucy, can you join us please? 1721 01:20:23,300 --> 01:20:24,166 (mouthing words) 1722 01:20:24,300 --> 01:20:25,367 Please, Lucy? 1723 01:20:30,600 --> 01:20:31,567 Ooh, what is it? 1724 01:20:31,700 --> 01:20:34,166 It's a gift, from the whole town. 1725 01:20:34,300 --> 01:20:37,633 So you can do Project Christmas Wish all year round. 1726 01:20:39,400 --> 01:20:40,734 What? 1727 01:20:40,867 --> 01:20:43,600 It's a charter for your first year of Project Wish. 1728 01:20:43,734 --> 01:20:47,133 That's what we called it. 1729 01:20:47,266 --> 01:20:50,900 It's the support you need to set it up as a non-profit, run it, 1730 01:20:51,033 --> 01:20:54,633 and do what you love full-time, all year round. 1731 01:20:54,767 --> 01:20:56,133 (whispering) Mom. 1732 01:20:56,266 --> 01:20:58,300 I can't believe you did this! 1733 01:20:58,433 --> 01:21:01,066 I didn't. 1734 01:21:01,200 --> 01:21:02,767 Lucas did. 1735 01:21:05,033 --> 01:21:07,033 Oh. No, no, no-no, not yet. Not yet. 1736 01:21:07,166 --> 01:21:10,533 No, now is the perfect time. 1737 01:21:12,000 --> 01:21:13,400 Cullen did something equally romantic 1738 01:21:13,533 --> 01:21:16,166 but just a little more us. 1739 01:21:16,300 --> 01:21:19,333 (violinist playing Silent Night) 1740 01:21:23,667 --> 01:21:25,100 (laughing) 1741 01:21:26,633 --> 01:21:27,500 What is this? 1742 01:21:27,633 --> 01:21:29,867 It's your real wish. 1743 01:21:34,767 --> 01:21:37,867 What are you doing? Why do you have a horse? 1744 01:21:38,000 --> 01:21:39,667 It's a Christmas horse. 1745 01:21:39,800 --> 01:21:43,433 I can see that, but why is it here? 1746 01:21:45,166 --> 01:21:46,834 Because I feel like it's what you would've done. 1747 01:21:46,967 --> 01:21:48,367 Go overboard. 1748 01:21:48,500 --> 01:21:49,900 And it's my way of saying 1749 01:21:50,033 --> 01:21:52,867 that I wanna go overboard with you. 1750 01:21:53,000 --> 01:21:55,867 I mean, in moderation? 1751 01:21:57,967 --> 01:21:59,533 That's so sweet. 1752 01:22:01,000 --> 01:22:04,633 But, I'm not actually keeping the horse, am I? 1753 01:22:04,767 --> 01:22:07,100 (whispering) This isn't about the horse. 1754 01:22:09,533 --> 01:22:12,533 Lucy, I'm really sorry that I hurt you. 1755 01:22:12,667 --> 01:22:14,834 And I get that you're scared. I'm scared too. 1756 01:22:17,533 --> 01:22:19,367 But I think if we've been lucky enough 1757 01:22:19,500 --> 01:22:22,800 to get struck by lightning twice, 1758 01:22:22,934 --> 01:22:24,900 let's take it. 1759 01:22:25,033 --> 01:22:26,300 Burns and all. 1760 01:22:30,567 --> 01:22:40,433 ♪ 1761 01:22:40,567 --> 01:22:42,100 (laughing) 1762 01:22:55,934 --> 01:22:58,700 I knew that snow machine was clutch. 1763 01:22:58,834 --> 01:23:02,333 Actually, the machine didn't work. 1764 01:23:05,400 --> 01:23:11,967 ♪ 1765 01:23:12,100 --> 01:23:14,700 What are you smiling about back there? 1766 01:23:14,834 --> 01:23:17,967 I'm thinking about my Project Christmas Wish for next year. 1767 01:23:19,800 --> 01:23:21,467 Uh-oh. 1768 01:23:21,600 --> 01:23:22,834 (laughing) 1769 01:23:22,967 --> 01:23:24,633 Come here. 1770 01:23:27,834 --> 01:23:30,200 It's a perfect night. 1771 01:23:40,500 --> 01:23:50,467 ♪ 116625