[Instrumental "Deck the Halls"] ♪
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This is one of my favourite pieces from the collection.
Her use of texture creates movement,
and it makes it feel like this piece is alive,
like it's breathing.
Abstract impressionists use acrylic to create emotion
through colour and space.
It just creates this emotional response...
[sighs]
...that is absolutely unrivalled.
Nobody does it like Blake Walker.
But I can go on and on, and on.
Please peruse, take your time,
but if you have any questions, please find me.
[sighs]
Rebecca, that was perfect.
Always working your magic.
No one sells my pieces like you do.
Thank you.
Oh, by the way.
Did you get the email proposal that I sent you
about the outreach program for the gallery?
Hmm, yes, uh, the kid thing?
-Yeah. -Where we do stuff for free?
You know, it's just not the right time for that.
We're so busy before Christmas.
Let's take a look at it in the new year, okay?
Mmmhmm.
Now let's go sell some paintings.
My art is the perfect holiday gift
for their loved ones because...
Because it's the only investment
that's both emotional and practical.
Okay, okay. Go, go.
[phone buzzes]
Hey, sis.
What's going on?
You getting ready for your big trip?
Yeah, about that...
I have some bad news.
Wait, what's going on?
You're leaving for Africa tomorrow, right?
Courtney: Yes well, you know how mom was supposed to watch the kids?
Yeah?
Honey, it's Mom.
I know you're working,
but we wouldn't bother you if it wasn't an emergency.
What's going on?
Well, I might've broken my leg.
Mom! You broke your leg? How?
She fell off a ladder putting Christmas lights up.
Rebecca: Okay, Mom, are you okay?
I'm just fine, I promise.
Mom, what did we tell you about doing dangerous things alone?
Girls, it's just a fracture.
But that's not the real problem.
Courtney: Mom can't really take care of the kids anymore
while we're on our trip.
Pam: I can't drive.
The doctor told me that I had to take it easy,
no walking or moving around for a while.
Courtney: So we were thinking that maybe you could come
and maybe take care of the kids instead.
Okay, wait. Time out.
You want me to come and take care of Maggie and Dan
for two weeks?
Well, I'll be here to help.
It's just that I can't drive them to school
or to practice, or make dinner.
I don't know.
It would mean so much to me and Jim,
and the kids would be so happy to have you here.
You know, it would be nice to get there before Christmas Eve,
and be able to do fun things like carolling,
and making homemade ornaments,
and oh, I could even take the kids to do stuff with Santa.
Are they still even into that?
They would love it.
I don't know, it's just such a busy time here at work.
Rebecca: I don't know if I can get away for two weeks.
Please try.
We've been planning this trip for years.
If you can't come, we are going to lose our deposit.
[sighs]
Who plans a trip during Christmas, anyway?
It was the only time Jim and I could get off work together.
And besides, we'll be back before Christmas,
so it's not that big of a deal.
Um, yes it is.
It's Christmas.
So you'll do it?
Please.
[sighs]
I'm going to try.
Um, Blake.
I'm so sorry to interrupt, but can I have a moment?
I have a little bit of a family emergency.
My mom broke her leg.
Oh, how terrible.
I know.
And my sister and brother-in-law are headed to Africa
in the morning, so they need me to watch the kids.
Oh.
I know, I know.
My mom was supposed to watch them.
However, now I have to watch all of them.
I have to go to Nashville for two weeks.
Two weeks?
This is our busiest time of year.
Don't worry.
I can get Julie to handle the packaging and ground issues,
and I can work remotely.
I can keep in contact with clients as well as distributors.
Yeah.
Very well.
You must of course take care of your family.
But I expect you to be working.
Lots of shipments to manage.
Don't worry, I will be on top of it.
But you will be back in time for a meeting
with Mr. Al Sabir, right?
He's coming here to personally select works
for his vacation home in the Seychelles.
I will absolutely be back.
I completely understand how important that meeting is.
My flight is already booked on the 27th, okay?
Merry Christmas.
♪
♪ Inside all the children are singing♪
♪ Outside I can hear the bells are ringing♪
♪ Everybody's feeling just right♪
♪ It's going to be the best Christmas tonight♪
Thank you.
♪ Everybody says they're going to show, oh♪
♪ Running here and there just like a yo-yo♪
Family, I'm home!
Oh, my!
Oh, Mom! Don't get up, don't get up.
-It's so good to see you! -Oh, my baby.
[laughs]
-Aunt Becca! -Aunt Becca!
-Hey! -You made it.
Come here guys!
I did.
Mom and Dad's flight to South Africa left today.
Oh.
It was on time for once.
That's what mom said.
Okay.
I'm so happy to see you.
I'm so happy to see you too.
Well, wait. What is going on around here?
Where are the Christmas decorations?
The garland?
The homemade ornaments? Mom?
I don't think they had time before their trip.
What?!
Now that will not do, will it?
[laughs]
Come here.
Oh, I missed you guys so much.
♪
So...
I heard that you were playing the bells
at the Christmas concert.
Yeah. We're learning Carol of the Bells.
Yes, they're going to be doing the finale on Christmas Eve.
[laughs] Oh, nice.
All finished?
[tablet rings]
Oh, I can't wait for that one-
Ooh, it's your Mom and Dad!
Oh.
Here.
Hey!
-Hi Mom and Dad! -Hi guys!
Hey guys!
I'm here.
We just arrived at the resort.
Long flight.
So, just wanted to say hi before everyone goes to bed.
Hi!
[laughs]
Hey bud.
You guys being good for Aunt Becca?
-Yeah. -Mm-hmm.
That's what I like to hear.
Um, hey Court?
Where have you stored your Christmas decorations?
Because it doesn't even look like December in here.
They should all be in boxes in the garage.
Help yourself.
Mom didn't have enough room in her townhouse
for all our old Christmas decorations,
so there should be a ton from when we were kids.
Perfect.
Because I'm going to have it
looking like Santa's village in here.
Jim: Oh, wow!
[laughs]
Two kids, a mom with a broken leg,
and a full-time job.
Good luck finding the time, sis.
[notification sound]
Jim: Now Dan. How'd that math exam go?
Dan: Let's just say it happened.
Courtney: What do you mean, "it happened?'
We studied really hard for that one.
Maggie: And I helped you with that one, too.
Jim: You passed, right?
Courtney: All that matters is that you did your best.
Blake: Rebecca, can you give us a status on that delivery?
Did we create the shipping label?
Well, we can't deliver that piece until after the exhibit.
Hey Aunt Becca?
Blake: We need to figure this out soon.
Shhh!
I cannot lose that piece in the winter show.
[mute button beeps]
Okay, guys, listen. It's muted.
I am so sorry, I have to take this work call, okay?
But have fun at bells practice.
And I'll be right here waiting for you, okay?
Bye.
Thank you, Aunt Becca.
Love you.
Blake: Rebecca? You there?
Yes, yes, yes. I'm here.
Um, I mean, I don't have another solution.
That's the only choice at this point,
so it's going to have to work.
I understand.
[Instrumental "Joy to The World"] ♪
Wow.
Oh, hi. How are you?
Excuse me.
Oh.
[gasps excitedly]
[class chatting]
Put a smile on your face, guys. Today was good, right?
-Hi -You're off your call!
I am off my call.
I thought you'd never stop talking.
[laughs]
What?
Are you ready for dinner?
-Mmmhmm -Yeah.
Oh wait, one sec. I forgot my sheet music.
Okay.
Woah.
Hey buddy, you dropped- dropped some.
Oh, thanks Mr. Drew.
Drew?
Bec?
[laughs]
Do you two know each other or something?
It's so good to see you.
It's been so long.
Well, Drew and I, we were best friends in high school.
Yeah, we were like two awkward peas in a high school pod.
[laughs]
Were you two boyfriend and girlfriend?
Drew & Rebecca: No, no. No, no, no.
We were best friends and neighbours.
Remember Nonnie's old house?
Mm-hmm.
I lived next door.
Oh.
Oh!
So wait. What are you doing here?
Teaching music, what?
I'm doing the Christmas concert.
Ahhh, okay.
Yeah.
Court, she didn't tell me about that one.
Can we go eat dinner now?
Yes, we can.
Hey. You want to hang out while you're here in town?
You know, catch up?
Yeah.
You got the same number?
Yep.
Well, I'm going to call you.
[laughs]
Come on, guys.
-Bye, Mr. Drew. -Bye.
Bye kids.
It looks the same in here.
I thought we were going to make Santa's village.
What?
You guys. I am so sorry.
I just got busy with work, and I didn't have any time.
[sighs]
Here.
[melancholy music] ♪
Everything okay?
It just doesn't really feel like Christmas.
Hmm. Why do you say that?
I think he means it's because Mom and Dad aren't here.
Yeah, but it hasn't even snowed yet.
And Nonnie broke her leg, you won't stop working.
I'm sorry.
I don't know. I'm just discouraged.
Okay.
Well one, your parents will be back on the 23rd,
and they really needed this vacation.
Don't you think?
Yeah.
Yeah, okay.
And two, Nonnie breaking her leg was a complete accident.
And she's strong, so she will be okay.
And now, we get to spend more time with her.
Mm-hmm.
And three, I think you guys have lost the Christmas spirit.
I think you're right.
Well, I don't want to brag,
but your Auntie Becca has Santa's email address.
So we've been in communication,
then, you know, we have some things we're working on
to get your Christmas spirit back.
Really?
[laughs]
Yes.
So you guys need to be on the lookout, okay?
Okay.
All right. Go get Nonnie.
Let her know that dinner is ready.
Okay.
Mom, I want to do something special for the kids.
For some reason, they're not excited about Christmas,
and I don't know what to do.
Hmm.
[sighs]
Well, we have what, like 12 days
before Courtney and Jim return?
Mm-hmm.
What was that thing you used to do
with the Edwards when you were kids?
With Drew?
Mm.
Oh, I forgot about that.
You know, I saw him today.
-Really? -Really.
Hmm.
[laughs awkwardly]
No one told me that he was teaching the kids
for their Christmas concert.
Well, maybe someone wanted you to have a nice surprise.
A trip down memory lane.
[laughs]
I got it.
I know what I'm going to do.
[exhales]
I'm going to need coffee.
Lots of coffee.
I'm so excited!
♪
Aunt Becca, what is this?
Surprise!
[laughs]
Woah.
It's beautiful in here.
You know, kids.
I think there's something with your name on it.
Look!
Okay, what does it say? What does it say?
First day of Christmas!
Welcome to your 12 Days of Christmas!
[reading] "Dear Maggie and Dan.
"I've noticed that you lost your Christmas spirit this year,
"so I've decided to team up with your Aunt Rebecca
"to change that.
"Welcome to your very own 12 Days of Christmas."
[Dan gasps]
[reading] "Day one.
"After school, get ready for a fun snowman surprise
"and hot chocolate with your favourite aunt."
[whispers] That's me.
[reading] "Don't forget your Christmas sweaters.
"Happy wishing, Santa Claus."
No way, no way, no way!
Yes, way.
Twelve Days of Christmas?
Like partridge in a pear tree?
Well actually, it's better than that.
Because Santa and I have teamed up,
and we are doing our very own version
of 12 Days of Christmas.
I can't believe you're working with Santa.
I know, right?
[giggles]
And guess what?
There's another little surprise right outside.
Let's go!
Come on.
[laughs]
So where are we going exactly?
Just keep your eyes closed. It's a surprise.
-Okay? -Okay.
We're at the stairs. So step down.
Down again.
Okay. Stand here.
Turn around, and open your eyes.
Surprise!
♪
It's beautiful!
Oh, my god!
Dan: How did you do all of this?
Merry Christmas.
Magic.
It's Christmas time, it's Christmas time!
♪
Okay.
Have fun at school, guys.
I'll see you in a bit?
-Bye. -Bye.
Rebecca: Love you.
♪
["We Wish You a Merry Christmas"] ♪
Alright, let me know if you need a hand.
♪
Becca.
Hey.
What up, stranger.
Hi.
What you doing here?
Oh, I saw your Dad's old pickup out front,
and I thought maybe he was in here,
so I figured I'd say hi.
Ah, sadly no, because he's on a cruise.
-What? -Yeah.
So I'm driving his truck while my car's in the shop.
Your dad is on a cruise?
He won a raffle.
[laughs]
A raffle?
No, not that raffle that he's been entering
since we were like 17?
The exact same one. He finally won.
Wow, good for him.
Yep.
I'm looking at these photos,
and it's like they took them out of my memories.
Like that one?
Mm-hmm.
That time in fifth grade, you remember,
when you just had to go sledding.
Meanwhile, I wanted to stay in and play Super Mario Brothers.
Well, you just got it for Christmas.
And then what happened, hmm?
You broke your arm.
Oh.
Completely, accidentally broke your arm.
Okay, wait. Hold on.
So I shoved myself into that tree?
Well, I didn't shove you.
Really?
Mr. Robbins saw you.
All right.
[laughs]
So after all these years,
you're still upset about the sled incident, huh?
I just like giving you a hard time, that's all.
Okay, all right.
♪
So whatcha doing tonight?
Well actually, I'm going to do a little Christmas event
for Maggie and Dan.
Oh, that's cool.
Yeah, yeah.
I guess we should catch up another time.
Well, why don't you come over?
I ordered a truck load of snow for the kids,
and I could use some help setting up.
It'd be fun.
-Yeah? -Yeah.
It's not, you know, imposing on family time?
No, the more the merrier.
All right.
Good.
Okay, so since you're coming,
do you remember that Christmas sweater that your grandma made
when we were in high school?
You have to wear it.
No.
-Yes, please. -No.
We're doing a thing, please. Please?
All right, I'll wear the sweater.
Okay. Good.
It will be amazing, and we will have fun.
♪
♪ Bells are ringing♪
♪ There's a magic in the air♪
Two arms.
♪ Choirs are singing Full of joy and happiness♪
♪ The stars are bright♪
♪ As we share a winter's night♪
♪ Here's to Christmas♪
[cheering]
Yay!
♪
♪ Here's to Christmas♪
I have no idea how you pulled all this off.
[laughs]
I have a few tricks up my sleeve.
There you go.
Thank you.
You're like their Christmas Godmother.
Oh, you know.
That's what auntie's do.
Here you go.
Ah, thank you.
One for me.
So, what's going on with you?
You here just for the holidays, or you move back?
Yeah, I moved back from Atlanta.
Oh.
You were out there teaching, right?
Yeah. I just needed a change.
Wanted to be closer to my dad.
So I came back home.
Ah, okay.
And well, Elaine and I broke up for good.
Oh.
Well, I'm sorry,
because I know going through a breakup
this time of year isn't easy.
Yeah.
We were off and on all through college.
Mm-hmm.
But she wasn't...
it was never going to be...
Yeah. I get it, I get it.
Yeah, I just, I hate that I don't know anything
about you anymore.
Same.
You know, everything that I'm doing for the kids,
this is what your mom used to do for us.
Twelve days.
Yes, 12 days.
I put my own little spin on it, though.
Okay, so the letters from Santa.
Mm-hmm.
All the festive activities.
Those were some of my best memories from childhood.
Your mom's cookie recipe?
Going shopping for the star tree?
Oh, do you remember the year it snowed a little bit
and we did snow angels on the trampoline?
Of course I do.
Oh.
[small laugh]
Hey Bec, I just, uh...
Hold on one second.
Hey guys, come on.
Come get your hot cocoa, it's getting cold.
Here.
One for you, and one for you.
Drew: Young man.
And I put extra marshmallows in.
♪
Look!
Come on.
Here.
"Dear Maggie and Dan.
"For your second day of Christmas,
"go to the tree farm after bells practice,
"and pick out your favourite little tree.
"Decorate it, put lights on it,
"and have your very own
"Rockefeller Center tree lighting in your bedroom.
"Happy wishing, Santa Claus."
[gasps]
Come on!
♪
Bye guys!
Hey!
Hey guys, hey.
Um, give me one moment, okay?
-Okay. -'K.
Okay.
[cheekily] Ooh!
Hi.
♪
Here we are, what do you think?
I like them all.
I wish we could take them all.
Oh yeah. We tried that one year.
We did.
A bit of a fire hazard. Just saying.
Well, Santa said to pick out our favourite little tree.
Yes, he did.
Okay.
So this one's fuller, but this one has a nicer colour.
This is tough.
Well, what about this one?
No. That one's so ugly.
Well maybe now, but with a little bit of lights
and some decorations, it'll be really pretty.
I just feel like someone's going to take these trees home
and give them lots of love,
but I'm not sure if anyone's going to want this guy.
So Dan?
Sounds like a pretty wonderful reason to pick that tree.
[reluctantly] I guess.
Anyways, it does have some potential.
[laughs]
Okay well, I think you can handle it.
Yay!
Here it is.
-Ready, guys? -Yep.
♪ We have our tree.
♪ We have our tree!
This one, there you go.
♪
You know, he asked about you today.
What?
Yeah. When we were practicing.
He asked if you were coming to pick us up.
Uh-hmm.
I think he might like you.
Well, that's good.
Because once upon a time we were best friends.
Once upon a time?
Mm-hmm.
Yeah, and then you know,
we went to college and two separate places
and lost touch after that.
Well...
I think he's nice.
He's not bad.
So listen.
I think we're finished.
What do you think? Is the tree done?
Yeah.
All right.
Well how about you go get Nonnie
so you can help her hobble on in here?
-Okay. -Okay.
[exhausted] That's good, that's good.
-Hey. -Hey.
We don't need these.
Yeah, I don't think this little tree can handle any more.
Okay.
You remember our first tree?
Um, how can I forget it?
Do you want to put that-
Sure.
It was the most epic tree-lighting ever.
Yeah, because it caught on fire.
Well, that's why I said epic.
[laughs]
You're killing it, by the way.
This whole aunt thing.
Thanks. You know I'm trying.
This is going to be a really magical Christmas for them
because of you and all the work that you've been doing.
And their favourite music teacher.
Thank you.
Hey guys.
Hey!
Let's get this countdown started.
Rockefeller Center style.
You ready?
All: Yes!
All: Three, two, one!
[cheering]
That's so beautiful.
I just knew it had potential.
Awww...
Really.
It's a good tree.
Yes, I can do that.
All right, I'll send you an email,
and I will circle back with Julie.
Mm-hmm.
Will do.
[exhales]
Mwah.
Hey Mom.
Oh, is there anything I can do?
Oh no, I'm good.
Okay.
Pam: How about you? Was everything okay?
Oh, yeah. Just, just working.
We have all of these orders,
and it's just not what I want to be doing right now.
How long have you worked for her?
Four years.
And you like it?
Mom, it's gallery work.
It's exactly what I wanted to do out of college.
Well, I just thought you wanted to be a curator.
To help others get their work out there,
and do social programs for the community and stuff.
Mom, I do.
It just takes time.
I've submitted several proposals to the gallery
about outreach and education.
I mean, we'll see.
I'm just not the final say.
I mean, you can't just magically open your own gallery.
Well, I know, baby.
I just feel that you deserve it.
Mom.
Oh, I'm so happy that you're here.
Mom, I'm so happy to be here.
[doorbell rings]
Oh. Book club's here.
Oh, well, let me get out of your way.
Are you sure? Do you need me to help you do anything?
I'm fine.
Okay.
♪
Have you ever had so much to do that you just do nothing?
Nope.
But I also can't think of anything more Rebecca
than that, so...
[chuckles]
Oh, I forgot who I was talking to.
Mr. Drew Edwards, who has never procrastinated about anything
in his entire life.
I can't take the stress.
[laughs]
I cannot take the stress of procrastination.
You are one of a kind, Mr. Edwards.
You are.
Oh, Dan's bragging to his class
about getting letters from Santa, by the way.
Really?
Mm-hmm.
That young man is quite vocal about his feelings.
All the time.
Yes. That is Dan.
Yeah.
So, when do you head back to LA?
Well, I have to head back on the 27th
because I have an important client meeting on the 28th.
You, uh... must really like it there.
Meh. It's okay.
But I must say,
after spending this time with the one and only, Drew Edwards,
I definitely miss Nashville.
Do you remember that one Christmas we got tickets
to Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets?
Yes!
And you were so afraid of spiders that you got me
to check your room every night until we went back to school.
I still don't like spiders to this day.
We were way too young to see that movie.
Twelve, Grade 12.
[laughs]
Yes, but I found that this iteration of A Christmas Carol
was a bit confusing.
It was impossible to follow.
Well, Tommy. You have the next pick.
What will it be?
I was thinking of something shorter, a classic.
"The Gift of the Magi".
Oh good.
What a wonderful choice.
Well, thank you again for coming to my daughter's home
and, as you can see, I'm a bit immobile right now.
Oh, it's no problem.
-Okay. -See you next week.
Oh, please. Allow me.
Thank you so much, Tommy.
Do you need anything else before I leave?
Water, tea?
Um, actually, tea would be lovely.
But only if you join me.
[laughs]
My granddaughter's two years old now,
and I couldn't bear not being close,
so I had to move here.
Her name is Lily?
Yes.
Oh, she's beautiful.
Luckily I only had to move a few miles.
Just to downsize from a big house
to something more manageable.
Well, I'm very glad we're neighbours.
These teacups are beautiful, by the way.
Oh, thank you.
I made them, actually.
You're kidding.
I always really enjoyed making pottery.
And now that I'm retired,
I admit it's become a bit of an obsession.
Well, these are exquisite.
You're an artist.
You're too kind.
Cheers.
♪
Hey Mom, who was that?
Who, Tommy?
I mean, I don't know.
I just saw someone driving down the driveway, so maybe.
He's in my book club.
Oh.
Hmm.
So, you guys were just, um, hanging out?
We're neighbours.
Ohhh...
At my townhouse.
We're friends.
Oh.
-You're "friends." -Oh, stop it.
[chuckles]
Mom. It's been forever since you dated someone.
Okay, I don't date much either. Fine.
Like mother, like daughter.
Let's see what it says.
"Day four.
"Spend your Saturday with Aunt Becca
"making your own winter wonderland in the barn."
♪
"It doesn't always snow on Christmas in Nashville,
"but maybe we can make it feel like it does.
"Happy wishing, Santa Claus."
It's snowing!
Okay, guys.
We are making snowflakes.
Have you made snowflakes before?
-Yeah. -Yeah.
Okay. Well, show me your best snowflake.
Okay.
We have markers, and some snow.
Yup.
What colour do you like?
I like yellow.
Okay, go for it.
[muttering] Glitter, glitter, glitter, glitter.
Glitter, glitter, glitter, Mom.
I'm looking for the glitter, where's the glitter?
I think she has some in the hall closet.
Okay. Thank you.
No...
Ah-ha.
[laughs]
What is that?
Hey Mom.
Hmm?
Why does Courtney have my stuff?
Oh yes, I asked her to hold onto a few things
when I moved into the townhouse.
That's some of your childhood stuff.
Oh look!
Okay.
[laughs]
Well, we'll be in the barn.
That's a really good snowflake.
Thanks.
Hi.
Hey guys.
Look what I found.
Glitter.
And... I found this.
We can hang it from the ceiling.
Cool!
[laughs]
What's all this stuff, Aunt Becca?
Oh, just some old memories.
Mwah.
Come on, let's make some snowflakes.
I think this will look good on your snowflake.
Alright.
♪
♪ I'll be there I'll be there♪
♪ I said I'll be there♪
♪ I'll be there for Christmas
♪
♪ I'll be there for Christmas
♪
♪ I said I'll be there for Christmas.♪
Let's see what I have in here.
[sighs]
Aww.
Hey buddy.
[quietly] I'll put you here.
[laughs]
Oh boy.
[sighs]
[maraca rattles]
"Dear Bec, it was me!
"I'm your Secret Santa, you guessed it.
"I know you hate it when I get mushy and poetic and stuff,
"but I'm really glad I got you for Secret Santa,
"because I knew exactly what you wanted without asking anyone,
"and you deserve the best, because you are the best.
"Merry Christmas.
"Drew."
[sighs]
So, on the fifth day,
Santa asked us to come to the Star Tree.
I don't get this.
Why do we need to buy presents for random kids?
Isn't that Santa's job?
Well yes, but you know how Santa comes down the chimney
on Christmas Eve?
Yeah?
Not everyone has a chimney.
Oh.
Santa sets up Santa accounts at department stores,
and he shares a Christmas list of kids who don't have chimneys.
So we pick out toys for kids and put them on the Santa account
because Santa can't get to them?
Exactly.
Got it.
You know, I heard Jimmy Fallon does this every year.
Jimmy Fallon works with Santa?
[laughs]
Oh yeah. Big time.
Oh, wow.
You got your stars?
Yeah.
Come on.
This is so fun.
It makes me so happy to know that we will wake up
to a bunch of presents on Christmas morning.
Mm-hmm.
And we're working for Santa.
I mean, how cool is that?
Very cool.
I finally found it.
It's my final thing, yes!
Hey, um...
Guys, just stay right here where I can see you, okay?
-Okay. -Okay.
I'll be right back.
Hey.
What are you doing here?
I volunteer the Star Tree.
No way.
We were, um, just getting our gifts.
I didn't know you did this.
Yeah, it meant a lot to my mom.
You know that, and we did it as kids,
and never really stopped working with them, so.
Yearly tradition, I guess.
That's really nice.
I just, you know,
I do help with the sorting and the delivery and...
Oh.
And the gifts.
Are you making a list? Checking it twice?
[laughs]
That's a good one.
You're like a real life Santa, huh?
I just want to help make sure these kids
have a magical Christmas.
Okay. I see you, Santa.
[laughs]
Hey.
What are you doing tonight?
Hmm, nothing I don't think.
Let me take you to dinner.
There's this excellent restaurant
I've been meaning to try.
Could be... could be nice.
Ah.
Okay.
That sounds amazing.
Yeah? Okay.
Oh, but um...
What would Mrs. Claus say?
[laughs]
I'll pick you up at 7:00.
Better be in a sleigh.
Yeah. All right.
This one.
What'd you get?
See?
You got all sorts of stuff.
[laughs]
Rebecca: I like it.
All right.
♪
Ohhh. For your date with Mr. Drew.
Okay, first of all, I'm not going on a date.
It is just dinner.
Sounds like a date to me.
Uh-uh.
No ma'am.
Okay.
[negative] Mm-mm.
Um, I'm not going to a funeral.
[laughs]
Perfect.
Maybe.
Okay.
Now.
What are we going to do with your hair?
Really?
♪
Come on, let's see it.
He'll be here any minute.
Okay, I'm coming.
Oh my!
Look at you.
Aunt Becca, you look so pretty.
Why thank you.
Are you sure it's not too much?
All: No!
I mean, it's just Drew.
Yeah, but it's Drew.
[knocking at door]
Maggie & Dan: Ooh!
Shh, shh, shh.
You guys cut it out!
Shhhh! Behave.
-Hey. -Hey.
You look... great.
Thank you.
Doesn't the dress look nice?
Yeah, it does.
[laughs]
Ohhh.
Okay. Bye, family.
-Bye! -Bye!
Have fun.
Thank you.
Bye guys.
Thank you.
So, tell me more about your move.
I know you're working at the art centre right now, right?
I'm starting at the middle school in January.
Yes.
You'll be doing music and...?
History.
Mm-hmm.
There's only enough budget for one music class, so...
Oh, that's terrible.
I know, that's why they say support
the local arts scene, I guess.
-Like the Arts Centre. -Like the Arts Centre.
Speaking of which, I want to introduce you
to the director of the Arts Centre.
She is so passionate about local Nashville artists,
she puts on all these amazing programs.
I think you'd love her.
That would be great. Thank you.
Yeah, you got it.
Where to next?
We'll see.
[laughs]
Listen, don't get me wrong,
I absolutely love them to pieces.
I just had no clue how much fun they were to hang out with.
Yeah, they're both pretty great.
They are.
I just don't get to spend enough time with them.
I don't feel I've really gotten to even know them until now,
you know?
You wouldn't by chance
be talking about moving here, would you?
No, no, no.
You know, my job is in LA, my friends are in LA.
Well, I mean, some of my friends.
[Christmas music] ♪
Drew: Surprise.
♪
[sighs happily]
It's beautiful, right?
It is gorgeous.
♪
So what made you move back after your breakup?
I'd been thinking about it for a while before,
but I had always planned to come back here, settle down.
I get to see my dad all the time,
hang with my goddaughter, friends.
Just happier.
[laughs]
Oh, by the way?
Huh?
I love the way you are with those kids.
Aww.
It's been so long, but you are the same Bec.
You're funny, you're goofy, surprising.
Oh, come on.
You were like Mr. Wonderful.
You're giving and thoughtful,
and I mean everything that you're doing for those kids
with all your volunteering and music classes.
Well, you just dropped everything
to come take care of your family, so...
I work for a millionaire artist,
all the way across the country from my family, normally.
Well, I think you are the most
ambitious, dedicated, caring.
I think you're the whole package, Rebecca.
Well, I like you, grown-up Drew too.
[both laugh]
I really miss you, and I know it was my fault.
I have a lot of regrets, but I want you to know
that I never stopped thinking about you.
Drew, I'm not going to lie.
I cried a lot that Christmas.
Hopefully it's not too late to make up for it.
Hopefully we can make up for lost time.
Maybe.
But I should really be getting home.
I'm sure my mom needs me, you know,
with her leg and everything.
But we can do this another time, like next week, right?
[whispers] Okay.
♪
I just panicked, Mom.
Oh, why?
I don't know.
He was being so sweet and so perfect,
and then I just left.
It's just... complicated.
It's Drew.
I know.
It's scary.
I know, I know.
And then it's like he wanted to be together,
but he didn't say he wanted to be together,
but that's how it felt, and I don't even know how I feel.
No, it's okay to be mad and afraid.
For a time.
I just feel so stupid.
Oh, you're not.
You're just hurt.
And if he's saying he's sorry, you should believe him.
It's Drew.
That kind of love and trust from your friendship
just never goes away.
Just sleep on it.
Listen to your heart, and have a little faith, hmm?
Thanks, Mom.
Okay.
[knocking at door]
Come on in, it's open.
Drew!
Hey, Ms. Pam.
Nice to see you again.
Just wondering if Bec was around.
Oh, she's out, actually.
You can put those in the freezer for her if you want.
All right.
Yeah.
Why don't you have a seat?
You working on pottery?
Oh, idle hands, you know.
I'm not very mobile these days.
Oh yeah, I heard about that.
I'm so sorry, Pam.
Oh, it's nothing.
Glad I'm getting more time with Rebecca.
[small chuckle]
Is everything okay, Drew?
Yeah.
You know... we had a falling out years ago.
Hmm.
Things have just been different.
You guys were friends since diapers.
[laughs] Yeah, yeah, yeah. We were.
Well, you know Becca as well as I do.
She loves the chaos of the hustle and bustle,
but is terrified of change.
Yeah, that's Bec.
Well, you know, if there were other feelings involved,
more than feelings of just friendship,
I think that would make a lot of sense.
But before you have that conversation with her,
I think you should know that she's still grieving
the loss of her best friend.
Your friendship meant the world to her.
Remind her of it.
-All right. -All right.
So, we switch out artists twice a quarter,
and we try to host as many events here as possible
to help the artist with recognition and sales.
Prudence, it is so great what you're doing
to support local artists.
We also have multiple outreach programs,
including our education and summer camps
for students of all ages, and our volunteer work
with the at-risk youth initiative.
This is just amazing.
Like, all of these local artists.
[sighs]
But the truth is, you don't really need my help.
[phone beeps]
Oh, excuse me.
Would you like to grab lunch?
You know?
Yes. I would love to.
Great.
Tommy, come in.
I know I'm a tad early for book club,
but I wanted to bring over your mail.
Oh, that is so thoughtful.
It was overflowing a bit, so I figured I'd bring it over.
Thank you so much.
I really appreciate it.
I didn't have a chance to get over there yet.
So, what did you think of "Gift of the Magi"?
Oh, of course I read it.
That was a long time ago, before my husband passed away.
It reads a little bit different now that I'm older.
I know exactly what you mean.
It's been a while
since I've had a romantic exchange of gifts myself.
Oh, absolutely.
I really appreciate the selflessness
of both of the characters.
Um, they both sacrificed something of theirs
in order to make the other person happy.
It has a beautiful message.
It's not about the gift.
It's about the gesture.
[laughs]
It was a great pick for the last book club before Christmas.
It really highlights the true meaning of the season.
It does.
I'm glad you see that too.
[laughs nervously]
I really... cherish our friendship, Pam.
I do too.
[laughs nervously]
[Instrumental of "The First Noel"] ♪
So, how does Santa have time to come
to all of these meet and greets before Christmas?
Well, um, Santa is a magical being.
So he can be in more than one place at a time.
It's how he's able to travel around the whole world
in just one night.
Mm-hmm.
That makes sense.
Yeah.
Will you guys give me one moment?
I'll be right back, okay? I'll be right back.
So...
What are you going to tell Santa
you want for Christmas this year?
I don't know yet.
Merry Christmas.
Oh.
Oh yes, right this way.
So, Dan.
I heard you were helping me out the other day.
Really?
Mm-hmm.
With the Star Tree?
I can't thank you enough for helping out
with Marco's presents.
[chuckles]
He's going to have a great Christmas this year.
Oh, it was nothing.
[laughs]
So, what would you like for Christmas.
I just want everyone to feel the Christmas spirit this year.
I know I was feeling down,
but you and my Aunt Becca helped me find it again.
Christmas has never felt so magical before.
And I just wish everyone had an Aunt Becca in their life
to make their Christmas like mine.
Aww.
That's wonderful.
I'm sure you're going to have a very merry Christmas.
How about a photo?
[chuckles]
Merry Christmas to you.
Let's see this one here.
♪ I just want to be here♪
-Mom? -Oh, yes. Drew dropped by today.
Huh.
You've had a pretty busy day, huh?
What does that mean?
I mean, both Drew and Tommy came to visit you today?
How did you know?
Well, you have your mail,
and I saw his car outside this afternoon.
Yes, he was here.
So?
So...
I mean, so do we like him?
Are Pam and Tommy going to be a thing?
Don't change the subject.
We were talking about Drew.
Okay, I know, and I will go see him tomorrow.
It was very sweet of him to bring my favourite flavour by.
He really cares about you.
And apparently, Tommy really cares about you too.
You're avoiding the subject.
Um, aren't you?
♪ Please send my baby...♪
Okay, listen. I just want to talk about this.
I don't want you to be alone.
I'm not alone.
I have my girls.
I know.
But Mom, Dad died when I was 16 years old.
I just want you to be happy.
And you know, Dad would want you to be happy too.
I am.
You always put on this brave front,
and I think it's time for you to do something for you,
to take a chance on yourself.
Okay, okay Mom.
I get it, I get it, I get it.
It's just if he's nice and he makes you smile,
and he's handsome,
well then, why wouldn't you give it a chance?
I could say the same about you.
Yeah, we're not talking about me.
♪
Hey!
[laughs]
I see you got my present.
Yes.
I got our favourite flavour.
I have not forgotten.
Oh my goodness.
I had to go and get another one.
These things are completely addictive.
Boop, boop.
You can't get these in LA?
What? Sugar is one of the seven deadly sins in LA.
That makes sense.
Hey, listen.
Huh?
I'm sorry about the other night.
I guess I just really like grown-up Bec.
I really like grown-up Drew.
You deserve the best. You know that?
Because you are the best.
You remembered your catchphrase.
My catchphrase?
Yeah. You said that to me when I got into college.
You said it on all of my Christmas cards.
Not to say I don't like it, but you said it to me a lot.
It's because I meant it, and I still do.
♪
All right.
♪
"Dear Maggie and Dan.
"It's the seventh day of Christmas,
"and today we're making gingerbread houses.
"Happy wishing, Santa Claus."
That's fantastic.
Here you go.
♪
You're doing pretty good yourself.
"Enjoy making homemade Christmas cards
"for your friends and family.
Your mom, she is something else.
"Don't forget to show your ornaments to your mom and dad
"when they return."
Mmm!
"On the tenth day of Christmas,
"go carolling around the neighbourhood."
"Make sure to sing your heart out.
"Happy wishing, Santa Claus."
♪ Hey, jingle bells, jingle bells ♪
♪Jingle all the way
♪ Oh, what fun it is to ride
♪ In a one-horse open sleigh
Last time I went carolling was in fifth grade
with the cast of the play.
Yes, I remember.
That was the best Christmas pageant ever.
You were the best leading lady ever.
Aww.
I think they regret casting us as little bad kids,
because we were a mess.
That's why it was so good though.
It was authentic.
♪
[laughs] What...
Hey guys, what's going on?
We have a surprise for you.
Nonnie told us something the other day.
And we thought, well, you'll see.
-Oh. -Oh, okay?
-What is happening? -Come on.
[knocks]
Come in, come in.
Come on.
[laughs]
What is, what is this?
[laughs] Wha-
Give me your coat.
Didn't you skip the Christmas Formal in high school?
Yeah, Nonnie told us you guys bailed on going
to the dance that night.
But you watched a movie instead.
[laughs]
We thought you guys missed out, so we recreated it.
Isn't it pretty?
Wow, it's beautiful.
What is this?
[laughs]
You are the king and queen of our Christmas Formal.
[laughs]
Okay, so I guess that this is happening.
Come on, you two.
Let's let them enjoy their formal.
Have fun.
Mom, you are in trouble.
Oh well.
Come on.
[laughs]
Thanks, guys.
♪
Well, I definitely feel like this is a set up.
[laughs]
I feel like I'm a little overdressed.
What do you think?
Oh, no. I think you look nice.
Yeah?
♪
Would you care to dance?
I think we must.
♪ ...By the fire♪
♪ We'll turn on the lights♪
♪ And cover the tree♪
Wow, this is so cute.
What?
Just this.
What the kids did.
They really care about you.
[laughs]
Well, I think they're nosy, but they must really like you too.
You know, I really feel like a kid again with you.
And I finally feel like I'm back home.
I feel like they're trying to tell us something.
Dan and Maggie.
Maybe we shouldn't have bailed on Christmas Formal that year.
We were supposed to go together.
Maybe things would've been different.
Maybe they still could be.
Yeah. But we had fun watching Elf.
Um, I should really get going, it's...
It's starting to get late.
Bec, don't do this. Don't walk away.
Why would you say this to me?
Like you didn't... Like you didn't choose this.
What?
Talk to me.
You were the one that decided
that we shouldn't even be friends.
You chose her over me.
You know what, Drew? I was so mad at you.
I was so mad,
and I couldn't even be honest with myself about it.
I know it was wrong.
She felt threatened, and honestly looking back,
she had good reason to feel that way.
You boxed me out of your life.
I was in a serious relationship.
She gave me an ultimatum.
Obviously, I regret that decision.
But at the time, I felt like...
That Christmas?
After college?
You were 20 feet from my parents' house,
and you sent a text.
You sent me a text
saying that we couldn't see each other again.
I know.
I don't know how I can forgive you.
I don't think...
I don't think you know what that did to me.
I just don't think you have all the information.
There's more...
Okay, well, you know what? Tell me. Tell me.
Uh...
You know what?
I want this to be right.
I really do.
But this?
This is a lot.
♪
ably just scared?
No, Mom. I'm mad.
You're hurt and afraid of what could be.
Mom, I'm just so confused.
I mean, one moment I'm enjoying his company,
and I'm having such a great time.
And then the next I'm just angry
that we ever lost touch.
And then I'm sad.
Sad?
♪
Because he also...
He also makes me remember so many great memories.
Especially memories about Dad.
Mm-hmm.
Christmas without him... It's just hard.
Even after all of these years.
I know.
And Drew just...
Makes me remember the good, and the bad.
And sometimes it's just, it's just too difficult.
Don't you think that's a quality
that you want in a partner though?
Someone who makes you feel.
Someone who knows what you've been through,
who knows you even better than yourself.
And I know that he hurt you.
But Drew cares about you.
He deserves your forgiveness.
It's just, he makes me so angry sometimes.
And then there's just this unconditional love
that just pulls on me.
That's your gut.
Listen to it.
He made a mistake, but Drew is family.
It's time to let it go.
And baby, it's okay to feel sad and nostalgic about your father.
Maybe Drew helps you honour his memory,
and in that way, he's always with us.
Yeah.
[sniffs]
Mom, thank you.
You're welcome, baby.
[laughs] Hi!
Oh.
Hey, Bec.
Hey.
Um, about last night.
Yeah, I'm sorry that was...
No, no, no. There's no need to be sorry.
There's not?
No.
Because it made me realize,
no matter what's happened between us,
I still want you in my life.
I still want you in my life too.
I'm so sorry that I reacted that way.
I shouldn't have said all those things.
It was too much.
Listen, we're fine, okay?
We're good.
I just never want to not be good again.
I agree.
Good.
So, tonight we're going to do Christmas cookies
and I was thinking...
Get my mom's recipe?
Mm-hmm.
Yeah, of course.
[laughs]
Perfect.
So Court and Jim come back tonight,
so it's kind of like our last hurrah.
So, you want to come by around 7:00?
Yeah.
Great.
But where, um...
Where are Maggie and Dan?
Oh, um...
[sobbing]
It's gonna be okay.
What?
Dan was getting picked on by some of the older kids
for talking about Santa.
I figured I'd give him some space.
What they said was not nice, and they just don't understand.
They don't have the Christmas spirit like you and I do.
The best thing for us to do is to just be nice to them,
and maybe with a little bit of Christmas magic,
they'll find the spirit of Christmas too.
♪
...flour.
We have some more cookies!
Get in there.
All right, we need a little more flour.
[laughs]
Oh, looks great.
Rebecca: Okay, let's put it there.
Do I look like Rudolph?
[laughs]
You look cuter.
Let me help you with that.
[phone rings]
Oh, hold on, hold on, hold on.
Ooh, it's your mom.
Hey!
-Hi Mom! -Hi Mom!
Hey!
[all greeting Jim and Courtney]
[laughs]
So, are you in Chicago?
Uh, Becca, can we please speak in private?
Yeah, of course.
Give me one... one moment.
[whispers] I'll be right back.
Hey Court, what's going on?
We're in London.
Drew: You got enough flour.
What?
Courtney: I know.
Jim: We got rerouted.
We're at an airport hotel.
Oh no.
We're trying our best to get back home,
but there's bad weather over the Atlantic.
Okay, so...
When are you guys going to be able to get back?
We're trying to find another route to get there,
but I don't know when we'd be home.
We'll probably miss the concert.
Oh, I'm so sorry.
Jim: Can you put Maggie and Dan on?
Yeah, yeah, hold on, hold on.
Hey guys? Mom wants to talk to you.
They're coming.
Here.
There you go.
Hi Mom.
We're making Christmas cookies.
Courtney: Awesome.
Jim: I can smell them from here.
Courtney: What kind are you making, sweetie?
They had a crazy delay, and they don't know
if they're going to make it home until Christmas Day.
Courtney: It's like Rudolph!
Jim: Save enough for the reindeer?
Courtney: Save enough for us?
d you like a littlemilk and cookies?
Whew, count me in.
[laughs]
Look what I have!
Oh, you're talking about the adult kind.
[laughs]
Yes.
All right.
A little update on our old tradition.
A little booze thrown in.
You know.
I like it.
Just a little bit. I'll even make it pretty.
Spice it up.
Yeah.
Okay.
Thank you so much for tonight.
You can bribe me with cookies and milk anytime.
[laughs]
Good.
Oh, this looks so good.
How do you always miss your mouth?
What?
-You do it every time. -What?
-You always do this. -What?
You got a little something right there.
Of icing?
-Corner of your mouth. -Right here?
Yeah, yeah. You got most of it.
That right there? Boop!
[laughs]
You think you're slick. Oh, come on.
You always fall for it.
I do, I do.
They're so good.
It's still there though.
Thank you.
That's the last one.
Appreciate it.
-So... -Mmm.
Bec, think you'll ever move back here?
I don't know.
[phone vibrates]
Hello?
Blake: Rebecca. Finally. I've been emailing you.
Mohammad Al Sabir is flying here tonight.
What?
Wait, no...
I thought our meeting was set for the 28th.
Well, his schedule changed.
He shuffled around his flights
to make sure that this meeting could still work.
He's going to be purchasing multiple pieces.
This is huge.
What?
Blake: Yeah, Julie booked you a flight out of Nashville
at 10:00 AM.
That's in, like, two hours!
Yeah, that's right.
I need all hands on deck tonight.
I have to have you here. This is not negotiable.
But it's Christmas Eve.
Rebecca, you've been with your family for two weeks.
I'll be emailing you on the plane.
I need you here.
Thank you, Rebecca.
[sighs]
Mom.
I have to go to LA.
When?
Now.
What?
My boss called and she said she needs me back in LA right now.
That is unreasonable.
I know, but...
[sighs]
What?
You're leaving?
Oh my goodness, you guys.
I am so, so sorry.
I am so sorry that I'm going to miss your concert.
I do have to go, but Nonnie,
you're going to record the concert for me, right?
I will.
Nonnie's going to record it for me,
and then I'm going to be able to see it.
It will be like I was there.
Please don't go.
This isn't fair.
First Dad and Mom, now you?
Baby, I'm so sorry.
I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry.
I really am.
But listen, I need you all to be strong for me, okay?
And take care of Nonnie.
Make sure that she's not walking around too much on that leg.
Can you do that for me?
Oh, I have one more thing for you.
Your final letter from Santa.
"Dear Maggie and Dan.
"It's the 12th day of Christmas.
"Tonight, celebrate your hard work at the Christmas concert
"where you show off your skills.
"Then, don't forget to leave out some cookies for me
"before you go to bed.
"I hope you realize the Christmas spirit is within you,
"no matter what has happened.
"Your mom, dad and aunt love you very much,
"and look forward to watching Nonnie's video of your concert.
"Happy wishing, Santa Claus."
You guys.
Tonight is Christmas Eve.
Santa's coming tonight.
I promise it will be amazing.
I'm so sorry. Come here.
I love you two so much.
Merry Christmas.
I'm sorry.
Hey.
What are you doing?
Um, listen, I have to go.
I have to go to work.
I just came to say goodbye.
I don't have much time.
Wait, you're leaving now? Before Christmas?
Will you be back for New Year's, or any...
No.
Look, I have to get back to meet a client today.
And then we have a winter showcase.
I mean, Drew, my life is in LA.
I can't just fly here any time that I want to.
[sighs heavily]
I guess this is it, then.
I guess so.
♪
Okay, wait.
Stay with me.
Who knows, Bec? I don't know.
But what if this is what life is about?
Timing is everything.
Us reconnecting like this, it could be a sign.
Maybe we just... knew each other too early.
Too early?
Yeah.
We were kids.
I've felt this way since high school,
but I couldn't risk losing my best friend.
Well, you did that anyway.
Rebecca, I was in love with you.
I've been in love with you for as long as I can remember.
She could tell.
What?
My ex.
She knew it.
You are my family.
I couldn't bear the thought of losing another family member.
So, being afraid of change, I chose consistency.
Why are you just telling me this now?
Because I've made enough mistakes in the past
from being afraid of change.
Drew.
I have to go.
Becca, don't, don't go.
Stop running.
We keep cutting ourselves short.
What if we just didn't do that for once,
and see what happens?
I have a flight that I have to be on.
If I don't leave now, I'm going to miss it,
and I'm going to lose my job.
I have to go.
♪
[knocking at door]
Come on in, it's open.
Hello.
Hi!
Maggie, Dan, Tommy's here.
We'll be leaving in five.
What is this?
Oh, just a little Christmas present for you.
For me?
Of course.
Open it.
I have to admit, I've owned this for a while but never used it.
It's top of the line, I promise.
I just thought you'd get more use out of it.
I don't really make a lot of tea,
and you have those beautiful teacups, so...
I just thought you should have it.
This is so beautiful.
It's so kind of you, Tommy.
I have a little something for you too.
When did you have time to get me a present?
Oh, I have my ways.
Oh!
They're so beautiful.
Well, since I gave my kettle away,
I don't think I'll be using them for tea.
Well, you'll have to come over for tea more often.
You bring the teacups, and I have the kettle.
♪
Nonnie says she's going to record the whole thing,
and we'll watch it with Mom and Dad tomorrow morning.
We have to do our best, for Nonnie.
And to show her the Christmas spirit.
Yes, of course.
I'm just kind of bummed.
I know.
Me too.
Why did she have to leave?
Sometimes, adults have to do things they don't want to do.
Aunt Becca wouldn't have left unless it was really important.
I know it.
And, she said she'll fly out for your birthday next month,
so we'll see her soon.
I just wish she wasn't so far away.
I know, bud. I do too.
I do, too.
♪
Yes.
Ah, there she is. Finally.
I'm here.
Okay, so much to do.
Can you make sure the champagne is chilled,
and then come find me and we'll talk strategy.
Okay.
Oh, that painting cannot go there.
It will ruin the flow of the room.
[crowd applauds]
Drew: Thank you, thank you.
Maggie: They made it!
And for our final act of the evening,
Carol of the Bells.
[applause]
[playing "Carol of the Bells" skillfully] ♪
[applause]
Thank you so much everyone.
Happy Holidays!
[shutter snapping]
Bye, thank you.
Just got it...
[laughs]
Team, that was amazing!
We have to celebrate.
Who knew that he'd buy five pieces?
Rebecca, waiting on you.
We have to toast.
I couldn't have done this without you.
Truly, you are my rock.
Blake...
What?
I quit.
♪
Prudence?
[laughs]
What is this?
Rebecca: "The movie we saw together that made me afraid
"of giant spiders for weeks.
"Whenever I asked you to check my room for spiders,
"you always did it, never complained.
"You never wanted me to feel scared."
"All the countless memories we made growing up together,
"playing capture the flag in the neighbourhood,
"camping in the backyard.
"The infamous maracas need no explanation.
"Am I right?
"Our parts in the Christmas play.
"You helped me memorize all of my lines,
"and gave me the confidence to go on stage.
"You were always the best supporter.
"Yeah, you shoved me into that tree.
[laughs]
"But, you did play video games with me inside
"when everyone else was out playing and made me feel better.
"It was like we could have fun together
"no matter what the situation."
I um... I took the red eye back last night.
I couldn't stay there.
I quit.
You what?
Prudence offered me the curator job here.
She's ready to retire, and I... I said yes.
I want to live in the city that I love.
I want to help local artists in the community.
I want to spend more time with my family.
I want to spend more time with you.
This is all...
I can't believe you did this. It's...
This is the story of us.
This is the story of Drew and Bec,
inseparable best friends, and now maybe more?
I thought about everything that you said to me yesterday.
I was on a five-hour flight,
and all I could do was think about it
over, and over, and over again.
Drew, everything that I said to you was out of fear.
Everything was out of fear.
You're my best friend, and I've lost you once.
And I simply can't bear the thought of losing you again.
Listen.
I have always, I have always loved you.
And you broke my heart that Christmas,
because I was finally going to tell you how I felt.
I was finally going to tell you that I'm crazy about you.
And that I've never loved someone the way that I love you.
Yes, we were best friends.
Drew, I wanted more.
I wanted more than that.
I wanted all of you, and I still do.
I have loved you since I was 16 years old.
You're my dream girl, Rebecca.
You're literally the girl next door.
[laughs]
And there's not another person in the world
that I could love like that.
Reconnecting these past two weeks has reminded me
of all the things I loved about little Drew
that now I get to experience again in grown-up Drew.
This is what I want.
I want you, us. I want my best friend every day,
spending days together laughing at inside jokes.
[laughs]
Understanding each other in ways that no one else
on the outside could ever comprehend.
You are the smartest, the funniest...
[laughs]
woman that I've ever met in my life,
and you deserve the best.
Because you are the best.
Well...
We have one more test.
Test?
Are we in class?
A chemistry test.
Hmm.
What?
I don't know.
Okay, stop playing.
You know I'm kidding.
♪
Funny.
You nailed it.
♪
Yes!
Dan look!
[laughs]
It's snowing!
Dan & Becca: Aunt Becca!
Merry Christmas!
-Hey. -Hey guys.
Merry Christmas, Rebecca!
Merry Christmas!
[blows kiss]
It's snowing.
It's what I wished for.
What? When?
Santa always wrote "Happy wishing."
-Ah. -I wished for snow.
And I wished for you to come back to us.
And get everything you wished for.
Everything you deserve.
Oh, I love you.
Merry Christmas.
♪ It's snowing! It's snowing! ♪
[laughs] Oh...
You did this.
Court, I can't make it snow.
No, everything else.
You brought back the magic of Christmas to this family.
Thank you.
Oh!
That was a close one, mister.
It's on.
[laughing]
Merry Christmas.
♪