A Christmas Love Story (2019)

[bunniefuu]

[dramatic music]

[cheery Christmas music]

♪ Angels we have heard on high

♪ Sweetly singing o'er the
plains ♪

♪ And the mountains in reply

♪ Echoing their joyous strains

♪ Gloria

♪ Gloria

♪ Gloria

♪ In excelsis Deo

Yes!

[laughing]

I think I just felt the entire
energy

of the city in your voices.

Did you feel it too?

Yeah.

Great job.

Now we just need the other
songs

to sound like that, okay?

[coughing]

Let's take a quick five,

and we'll have time for one
more?

Okay, go, go!

Have you actually seen the time?

I thought four fund raiser was--

Soon?

Sure is.

But in the seven very
short and glorious years

we've been teaching together,

have I ever been late?

No.

But don't you need time to get
ready?

Does this face look like
it needs getting ready?

Trust me, time spent over there

is much better than time spent
here.

Besides, it's a three minute and
second

walk to the subway,

it takes the train anywhere from

three to seven minutes to
arrive,

that's hair, lipstick,
straighten outfit, and done.

Okay, fine.

Have you heard from Gavin?

Can we go back to the part
about me taking a break?

Oh, so that's a no.

He's been writing our title song

since I started the Christmas
choir.

I trust him.

Well, he's cutting it real
close.

It'll be our Christmas Eve
miracle.

[chuckling]

All right, I'll give him a
little nudge.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

All right kids, come on back.

Quick five.

I think we should take
it from "Midnight Clear"

at the very top.

And Levi, please don't forget to
breathe,

I don't need anybody else
passing out.

[coughing]

You got it, Miss Clarke.

That's right, I do.

[laughing]

And now it's time for you guys
to show me

what you got.

We've got days 'til showtime.

[cheery Christmas music]

[bell ringing]

Merry Christmas.

[calming Christmas music]

I have to admit, an auction
seemed

a lot more work than just
asking for money, but--

Twice as fun, and more
successful.

Your box seats were a
huge hit, by the way.

Thank you so much.

So, all this to raise money
for your Christmas choir?

No, this is for the school.

My Christmas choir is extra
curricular,

and all of the proceeds
of the original title song

help fund next year's
performance.

Good thing you got
Gavin Graham writing it.

We will.

Or we do, yes.

I don't know if you guys
know this about Gavin,

but before he was selling out
world tours,

he graduated from Lincoln.

Yes, it's important for us both

that this be open to any child

who wants to audition.

Well, we look forward to your
closing duet

with one of your students
every Christmas Eve.

I've always been a big Broadway
fan.

I loved you as Penelope.

Thank you.

Seems like a lifetime ago.

Broadway never forgets.

That's true.

Let's just hope they don't
forget

to buy the live recording of the
song

on Christmas morning.

So, do any of your children sing

in the Christmas choir?

Yep, all of them.

[laughing]

I give them the very best of
what I got.

Can't wait to hear it.

Me too.

[whimsical music]

You know, buddy, I'm not gonna
lie,

I didn't think you were gonna
finish

this project by Christmas.

You must have a really
good project manager.

[laughing]

I fit apartments into
an old church conversion,

and somehow it's still all about
you.

Yeah, see?

That's why we're best friends,
you get me.

[chuckling]

Oh, hey.

Pete's Tavern tonight?

Famous eggnog martini.

Uh, I actually need to
work on the Kent pitch.

Greg, we've got plenty of time
for that,

and everybody's gonna be there.

And it's not gonna be
half as fun without you.

Next time, okay?

Fine.

But I end up singing Jingle Bell
Rock

in front of everybody again,
it's on you.

[chuckling]

You can't still be here!

As long as there are more
decorations

in these boxes.

I think we have enough garland.

You said I had free reign.

I also said you could leave an
hour ago.

Get some shopping done,

have an early dinner with your
family.

I just want to make sure

it's as festive as possible.

I'm fine.

You know that, right?

Yeah, I know.

It's just...

Garland.

I just think we need one more
garland.

I should hire you to
decorate our Christmas party.

Can't think of anyone
who'd do a better job.

No, you need to meet more
people.

[chuckling]

Speaking of, are you
bringing anyone to the party?

What do you think?

I think I have a neighbor

who is a very nice interior
designer.

And I think I just need
to get through Christmas.

You said that last year.

Do you know how long it takes

to make a crown roast?

Or ice all those tiny
little snowflake cookies,

or to find the perfect Christmas
tree

that's not too perfect?

I keep thinking it'll get
easier, but--

You know, you could always
change things up a bit.

Make it a little easier on
yourself

but not doing--

Everything the same?

They were all her traditions.

It's the least I can do.

Besides, I think we've
got a bigger problem.

You missed a spot.

[laughing]

[lighthearted music]

Hi Gavin, it's Katherine.

I hate to pester, not my style,

but we're running out of time

if you could give me
a call with an update,

that'd be great.

Thank you, bye.

[lighthearted music]

I thought Levi seemed
a little off yesterday.

Well, it's just a fever,

he'll be back soon, right?

Yeah.

One of the tenors can
take his spot for now,

so just--

Don't worry?

Bingo.

So, you gonna pick up
the costumes tomorrow?

[gasps]

No!

Does that mean you want me to?

Don't freak out, it's Gavin.

He's out.

What do you mean he's out?

He can't be out, he's writing
the song.

Or in Switzerland for Christmas.

His kids got him the trip,

apparently he thought
he could do it all but--

If we don't have an original
song,

we don't have a finale.

We don't have a finale, we
don't have a song to sell,

or a Christmas choir for next
year.

Don't panic.

We'll figure something out, all
right?

Don't panic!

Why are you panicking?

We're not.

So, why do you guys look
so freaked out then?

We don't have an original song.

- [Group] What?

Thank you, Brian, for that.

We will, though.

When I figure out who
to go to to write it.

Why can't you write it?

No, I don't do that anymore.

So?

You used to write.

I wrote one musical.

And starred in it on Broadway.

Again, thank you, Brian.

But I am a teacher now, not a
composer.

I'm just saying, they got a
point.

I mean, who's gonna do it this
late?

It's Christmas.

Or for free?

I can't.

I mean, I'm just piano and music
history,

and oh...

[piano music]

[singing]

Warmup.

[laughing]

All you need is pen, paper,

and a little inspiration, right?

That's what you always tell us.

Listen.

You don't need to worry
about this, all right?

You guys need to get
back up on the risers,

in a hurry.

That's what the problem is,
we're behind.

We're already two minutes late.

All right.

I will figure it out.

Okay.

Oh, excuse me.

Can I help you?

Volunteer?

Yep.

Are you Miss Clarke?

That's right, that's right.

I did not forget about you, in
fact,

it's just been a very busy day.

You are...

Danny.

Danny from Connecticut, right?

Mhm.

Brian, this is Danny, he's
from Carver High School.

He's volunteering for the day.

Oh.

Getting some extra credit?

Yeah, so whatever you need.

Well, actually, we have some
props

that we need moved into the
other room.

Why don't we do that after
rehearsal.

Sound good?

Cool.

Okay.

You guys ready to blow
the tinsel off this place,

show our new friend
just how amazing we are?

[piano music]

♪ The world in solemn stillness
lay ♪

♪ To hear the angels sing

No one wants to be a Christmas
tree?

All you have to do is
stand there like a log.

Okay, angels only.

Don't forget about the Christmas
party,

I can't be left alone with
cupcakes.

♪ It came upon a midnight clear
♪

♪ That glorious song of old

♪ It came upon a midnight clear
♪

♪ That glorious song of old

♪ Of old

Where did you get that voice
from?

Oh, hi.

Sorry, I got all the props put
away.

You didn't mention you sang.

Me?

I don't.

I mean, I sang a little in
church

when I was little,

but other than that, just
in the car with my mom.

It was just something
we did, the two of us.

Is she any good?

No, terrible.

[laughing]

Did you know that song before
today?

Listen.

I know you're here just for the
day,

but one of our singers is sick,

and maybe for a little credit,
fill in.

Sing here?

In front of people?

No judgment.

Listen, if you wake up, and it's
something

you want to do, we'll be here.

How's that?

Meantime, here's some music.

My name and number's at the top.

If you or your parents have any
questions,

sh**t me a text, okay?

Okay.

No pressure.

I'm glad I came.

Me too.

[lighthearted music]

- [Woman] You asked everyone?

You didn't ask me.

Sweet.

But you're a dentist.

[laughing]

All right, I know it's
a busy time of year,

it's hectic, and angels
are a very specific

thing to write about, but,

we have some very important
business to attend to.

Okay, Emma, because I knew I
wasn't gonna

get to see you at
Christmas time this year,

you get to pick out anything you
want

in the entire store.

Within reason.

But because it's a big store,

I thought you might need a
little help.

Merry Christmas, everyone.

You too.

You must be...

Emma.

I'm Eve.

I'm your personal shopper for
the day.

I can tell you anything and
everything

about all the toys in the store.

Are you ready?

You're the best, Aunt Kate.

I know.

Come on, let's go!

You spoil her, you know that?

Well, who else am I going to
spoil?

And I prefer the word treat.

Same difference.

You know what I think?

You want a personal elf shopper?

[laughing]

You should write the song.

No, not you too!

What?

It'll be easy.

Christmas, angels, love, done.

You're welcome!

What do they say?

Write what you know.

Oh, well in that case, love is
out.

[laughing]

What?

You took yourself off the
market.

If you hadn't, you'd have
so much more to write about!

Well, I'm just following
my three strikes rule.

Plus, I have to write the song
first.

Oh, I just can't believe
we're not gonna be here

for your show or for Christmas,
I'm sorry.

I know, it's the first time
ever,

I don't like it.

At least you'll be in Minnesota

where your in-laws are.

Super festive.

I just wish you could come with.

At least we have our final night
out

before you go.

Never missed it.

Never will.

[chuckling]

A Christmas unicorn.

I didn't know there
were Christmas unicorns!

With extra special magical
powers.

And her Christmas is complete.

[laughing]

[whimsical music]

[groaning]

Woop.

[lighthearted music]

Katherine.

For all the years you've been
doing this,

I swear these costumes
have to be my favorite.

Oh, you say that every year,
Irene!

I can't wait to see how
it all comes together.

Do you need any help out?

No, luckily these wings are
pretty light.

I wish they could fly me
there, I'm gonna be late.

Okay, honey.

Oh, wait.

Irene, you of all people
have to come to the show.

Yes, yes, I will, I will!

With wings on, darling.

Promise?

I promise.

Taxi!

I still think I can make it.

Oh, are you kidding me?

Okay, if I'm late, just
start with the warmups.

You're writing the song now,

you can be as late as you want
to be.

- [Katherine] Taxi!

Okay, not really.

I don't understand why you don't
just use

the car app that I set up for
you.

Cabbies have been getting
me around the city

since I was a kid.

I'm not gonna bail on them now.

It's the holidays.

How late do you want to be?

Okay, fine, fine, fine.

Arriving now?

Really?

That was fast.

That was fast, I hit ta-da,
and you were just here.

- [Greg] Uh, hello?

Oh, I'm sorry, I didn't know I
ordered--

A ride share?

No, I didn't think I ordered
that either.

I can just shove these down
here,

they'll be fine for a few
minutes.

Everyone good?

Good.

Sorry, I'm not used to using
these things.

These things?

Car apps.

It's a good thing you
didn't have more of these.

Wings?

Oh, is that what they are?

Don't tell me you've never
donned

a pair of wings before.

Not since kindergarten.

Really?

Me neither.

I'm making kids wear them

for a Christmas concert.

Could you please cut up th
Avenue?

It'll be a lot faster, thank
you.

I'm sorry, I'm a control freak.

Running late.

No worries, I've got plenty of
time.

I'm surprising my son,

he's doing some work
for a finance startup.

Oh, sounds impressive.

- [Driver] Is here good?

For me, yeah.

Yeah, it's fine for me too.

I've got time to k*ll.

Well, it was nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you too.

[whimsical music]

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas.

Oh.

Thank you.

[singing]

From the diaphragm.

[singing]

Costumes!

[singing]

And I'm on time.

[singing]

Looks like we've got our sub.

[lighthearted music]

♪ God rest ye merry gentlemen

♪ Let nothing you dismay

♪ Remember Christ our Savior

♪ Was born on Christmas Day

- [Katherine] Uh huh, louder.

We want the elves in the back of
the house

to hear you.

♪ When we were gone astray

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort and joy
♪

Separate.

♪ Comfort of joy

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort and joy
♪

♪ Tidings of joy

Good.

Excellent!

We're getting better.

We still gotta work on the
balance,

but let's take a five,

and we'll pick it up where
we left off, how's that?

Danny.

Can I talk to you?

Listen, you seemed a little bit
nervous,

but overall, great job!

Are you having fun?

Yeah.

I could see it in your eyes.

Just think, if you keep
practicing,

how great you'll be come
performance time.

What?

I don't know if this is
anything you wanna do,

but Levi has the flu,

so he has to sit this one out.

The spot's yours.

You're serious.

Do I look serious?

[chuckling]

Yeah.

You know what?

I can pair you up with Nora,

she's been in the choir since
she was .

Right, Nora?

Nora, earth to Nora.

Come?

Yeah.

Hi.

Hey.

I'm Danny.

I just think your voice
deserves to be heard

outside of the car as well.

You really think I'm good
enough?

- [Katherine] Yes.

To be in the show?

Absolutely.

Uh...

What show?

Dad.

What are you doing here?

That's your dad?

And this is the startup
you're volunteering for?

Well, I'd hardly call
this a startup, but--

This is your show?

Yes.

I'm Miss Clarke, Katherine.

It's nice to meet you.

Again.

[lighthearted music]

Clearly, I didn't expect to
run into you again like this.

I'm sorry for any inconvenience.

Oh no, are you kidding?

He's doing us a huge
favor by volunteering.

I'm just sorry you didn't
know it was for this.

At least he told me the right
address.

So maybe, meant to be?

Okay, maybe it depends on who
you ask,

but I personally think
it's a great performance

to be a part of.

Oh, I'm sure.

But my son's in the middle
of applying for college.

He'll get a lot of extra credit.

Business school, actually.

There are a lot of numbers in
it.

[laughing]

We should probably head home.

Listen.

I know it's hectic,

it's a busy time of year for
everybody.

But I just want you to know

that your son has an incredible
gift.

For singing?

Yes.

Raw talent.

Well, I know he loved
music, just like his mom.

Do you want to talk it
over with your wife?

She actually passed away a few
years ago.

I'm so sorry.

We just need to stay focused
on the big picture right now.

There's been a lot of change,

so I'm trying to keep everything
on track.

Are you sure it doesn't have
anything

to do with the wings?

Because I usually don't shove
bags

in people's faces.

[chuckling]

I'm sure.

Well, it was really
nice to meet you again.

[laughing]

Good luck with everything.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

Danny.

I'll see you guys around.

See ya.

Bye.

Bye, Danny.

So, I guess I should stick to
singing

in the car from now on, huh?

Whatever you do, keep singing.

Well, it was really nice meeting
you.

Yeah, you too, kiddo.

Merry Christmas.

[somber music]

So, where did you guys meet?

- [Greg] I'll tell you in the
car.

[whimsical music]

Angels...

Okay.

Well...

[whimsical music]

[singing]

[knocking]

I'm sorry, Mr. Madoff!

I'm sorry!

[lighthearted music]

Hey, you guys.

Here's to another year of
incredibly talented kids.

And insanely talented teachers.

[cheering]

I feel way more talented
if I had some lyrics down.

You're just a little
rusty, it will come to you.

Soon?

Uh, I hope so.

I wrote one musical ages ago,

not expecting it to go anywhere.

But it did.

Now I have to write one song

to generate enough sales

so our Christmas choir won't go
away.

Well now see, you're just
putting

too much pressure on yourself.

Don't worry, it'll come to you.

Thank you, Gwen.

I just said that.

It's all in the delivery.

Former Broadway star,
choir director, and baker.

Is there anything that you can't
do?

Baking, actually.

I got those at Josie's,

I liked how homemade they
looked.

That does make me feel better.

[chuckling]

You know, we're so excited about
the show,

especially now that
you're writing the song.

Yes, she is writing the song.

And it's gonna be amazing.

I mean, we feel bad for Levi,

'cause he's gonna miss out.

Is Danny still taking his spot?

It doesn't look like it,

but we're gonna make a
few minor adjustments,

and put on the best show ever,
right?

Yeah.

Now go get yourself a cupcake.

[chuckling]

It doesn't feel right.

Well next year, you should
just make the cupcakes.

No, Danny.

[chuckling]

He's so gifted, I don't
think his dad gets it.

Maybe not.

But you should just focus on the
song,

and have a non-homemade cupcake.

This will make everything
better.

- [Greg] Invitation to what?

This one is a Christmas casino
night

from the Greenwich project.

They say you're their favorite
architect.

Wasn't I their only one?

[laughing]

Sounds fun, but I think I'm
gonna pass.

Really?

And miss another opportunity

to wear your fabulous Santa hat?

Hey, that was a real crowd
pleaser.

All that bling?

But I think it's seen its day.

But I am a yes to our Christmas
party,

and I even think Danny's gonna
come now.

I am?

Who else is gonna teach me
all the new dance moves?

Not me.

Come on, it'll be fun.

Greg, are you really gonna pass

on all the other holiday
parties?

Yes, Shane, but thank you.

I'll see you tomorrow.

Don't lose hope.

So, you gonna tell me?

What?

Choir?

Finance startup?

Bit of a difference.

You wouldn't get it.

You wanna try me?

Music was mom's thing.

Your mother was amazing, I know
that.

And I know there are a lot of
things

that I don't understand

the same way she did,

but it doesn't mean I can't try.

Yeah, but what was the
first thing you said

when you showed up?

That we needed to leave.

You didn't even ask what it was
about.

Well, I'm sorry.

But this was the plan
we had all along, right?

The three of us.

To set you up for your whole
life,

one I thought you were excited
about.

Right.

What?

Nothing.

[lighthearted music]

[text message beeps]

That's not true.

I mean, you love music too.

Come on, Danny knows that.

You guys were always jamming out

to Megan's records.

It's fine.

I think we're just a little off
right now.

You know what I think?

You guys need to get out
there, have a little fun.

Both of you.

You know it's okay to, right?

You know what's gonna be fun?

Landing this pitch.

Hey, guys.

Nice to see you again.

Okay, well.

Obviously this theater is
as gorgeous as my kids,

so we don't need a lot.

Just small gestures, smiles.

Choreography from the heart.

[laughing]

So, he just reached out to you?

Just to say thanks?

Yeah.

Still doesn't feel right,
just letting it go.

Apparently.

What?

You heard him song.

Oh, he's so happy when he sings,

and he's so good, he doesn't
even know

how good he is.

Well, it's not like you
can just call up his dad

and tell him to change his mind.

You know what?

That's a good idea.

No.

That was not my idea.

You had him fill out his
emergency contact info,

didn't you?

You're crazy, you know that?

Uh huh.

Don't you have enough to do
already

with the performance and the
song

you haven't written?

You know what?

If you don't ask, the answer's
always no.

Right?

Right, Brian?

Brian?

You taught me that.

That was not my idea.

[lighthearted music]

All righty.

One fully loaded cookie crumble
hot cocoa.

With extra cookies for dipping?

Always.

I can't believe you still want
these.

You don't even like sweets
anymore.

Except at Christmas.

Where's yours?

Hey, I'm not the one who's gotta

get through all these
applications.

[phone buzzing]

Decline.

Who's that?

My guess, telemarketer?

'Tis the season.

Hi, this is Katherine Clarke,
again.

Christmas is getting closer.

If you could give me a call
back,

I'd appreciate it, thank you.

Yeah, I think I'm gonna need one
of those.

♪ Gloria

♪ In excelsis Deo

See?

When you believe it, we believe
it.

And then we feel it.

Okay, you guys have a good
weekend,

I'll see you on Monday.

Go, go, go, andale.

I've already left two messages.

I should just drive out there,
right?

It's the weekend.

You're gonna drive.

All the way to Connecticut?

Well, I don't want to,
but, it's not that far.

Uh, you don't drive.

Much.

Or own a car.

Just simple things.

That's why there are rentals.

I'm gonna assume you're kidding.

No?

[whimsical music]

[chuckling]

I found the tree stand.

It's a little bent,
but we'll make it work.

You ready to go?

Yeah.

I can't find the ugly
Christmas sweater though.

Uh, okay.

A, it's not ugly, it's
beautiful,

and B, we gotta find it!

How else are we gonna
find the perfect tree?

Dad, I'm .

I'm not sure the magic tree
finding sweater still works.

It worked last year, didn't it?

And the year before that.

I think I saw it upstairs,
try the hall closet.

Hi.

Katherine Clarke again.

I'm so sorry to bother you,

but I really want to talk to you
about

Danny being a part of our show.

Thank you.

I got this, I got this.

[lighthearted music]

[car beeps]

[knocking]

[phone buzzing]

Looks like I beat you to it.

[laughing]

Come in.

Thank you.

[whimsical music]

Your home is really beautiful.

Aw, thank you so much.

Hey, I hope you like Merry Mint,

because it's all I seem to have
left,

not much of a tea guy.

I love Merry Mint.

Merry Mint is my favorite.

Great.

And it warms the hands, thank
you.

Listen, I am sorry to
just barge in like this,

but we are running out of time

before our Christmas program,

and I thought maybe now
would be a good time

for an in person convo.

Since I didn't call you back.

You did give me a little push.

He's just got a lot going on.

I appreciate that, I do,

but it's not forever, it's just
a week,

and choral music hasn't
corrupted anyone, so.

Well, that you know of.

[dramatic music]

[laughing]

Oh, you're joking.

I'll stick to architecture.

Please.

His mom, my wife, Megan.

She loved music.

She collected all the classics,

hundreds and hundreds of
records.

Smart woman.

So, I get why it's important to
him, but--

Look, I have worked with
many kids over the years.

Danny's talent is rare.

It is so rare, so I don't
think this has to be

anything more than just a fun
time

for him at Christmas though.

What makes you care so much?

It's my job to.

What makes me think you'd
still care this much

even if it wasn't?

Music has always been there for
me,

getting me through everything.

So, if I can just pass this
along

in some small way...

Listen, this will not prevent
him

from doing what he is supposed
to do.

But if he loves it, like
I know he's gonna love it,

it will just get him through a
lot.

Miss Clarke, what are you doing
here?

Danny, hi.

Katherine just stopped by

to talk about the show.

The one I'm not in?

Mhm.

Right, but she made a lot
of really good points,

so I'll think about it.

Really?

Yeah, really.

When do you need to know by?

Now-ish?

[laughing]

How's Monday?

We have rehearsal at : .

Great.

That is a great Christmas
sweater.

Oh.

You see?

This is our magic tree finding
sweater.

We were actually just about to
head out

to find a tree.

You should come with us.

Find a tree?

Oh no, I wouldn't want to impose
any more

than I already have.

Well, you did drive all this way
out here.

You gotta do something
Christmas-y.

Plus, it'll give you some more
time

to fill my dad in on the show.

That I can do.

[chuckling]

Hm, let's see.

The biggest tree I've
ever had since an adult?

I'd say, two feet.

What?

No way.

Way.

I do live in the city.

I'd imagine trees are a bit

of a logistical nightmare.

You'd be surprised how much
sparkle

you could fit in a mini tree.

[laughing]

But you didn't grow up in the
city?

And what gave that away?

Sorry, a lot of questions over
here.

That's all right.

We moved to the city from
Oklahoma

when I was about .

Yeah, .

Oh, we had not a lot,
but we had the music,

we had the theater.

And of course the city at
Christmas time

is so magical.

This place is pretty magical
too.

Hey.

How about that one?

Right there.

No.
No.

[chuckling]

I guess we'll keep looking,
but you've got this.

See, I told you.

He still believes in the power

of the lucky, ugly sweater.

It's a real thing.

Yeah, we do this every year,
Dad.

Let's hurry it up, I hear
a storm is coming soon.

Believe!

I'm going, I'm going.

Good luck.

All right.

[chuckling]

I like his sweater.

Really?

No.

[laughing]

Okay, listen, I know I've
said it over and over,

but I started this Christmas
choir

when I began teaching,

and the kids, they look
forward to it every year,

the families love it.

And the proceeds from the title
song,

the finale, goes to help
fund next year's performance.

It's just a great experience for
the kids.

Well, I don't doubt that for a
minute.

It's just--

Found it.

See?

It was less than a minute.

It is real.

[whimsical music]

- [Danny] Got it?

Yeah.

That should do it.

Aw, okay.

So, nailed it.

You see?

Never doubt the power of
the magic sweater again.

[chuckling]

Eh, it is a teeny bit crooked,
but...

No.

What?

I'm picky about my angles.

Psh.

You'd need a new job if you
weren't.

[laughing]

Thank you guys for having me,

I hate to go, but...

[phone buzzing]

Stay inside if possible.

Uh, no, sorry, not possible.

We have a guest room, so--

Yeah.

It's not a problem.

Thank you, but, it kinda is.

I have to finish.

Okay, write the title song,

or we won't have a finale.

Well, whenever I get stuck on a
design,

I usually take five, and
things start flowing.

I've taken way more than that,

and way more than I should've.

Well, you were still kinda
working.

Because I'm not a relaxer.

And you're kind of not a driver.

Oh.

By your own admission,

so it might be the safest
thing for everybody

if you stay put.

You have a point, but--

Plus, we can use some
help decorating the tree

and the cookies.

We have a whole thing.

We do.

Christmas only comes around once
a year,

you gotta get in there.

It might help with your song.

Okay, okay.

I guess the weather outside is
frightful.

And the fire is so delightful?

[laughing]

Okay, Mr. Clause.

Where do we begin?

[lighthearted music]

These cookies are always
harder than they look.

You design buildings, Dad.

I'm pretty sure you can
handle some sugar and flour.

[laughing]

True.

Well, we're definitely
gonna need some more butter.

We've got some in the outside
fridge.

I'm on it.

Thank you!

So, what's this?

[chuckling]

Flour sifter.

That's why I teach choir.

So, you've got family close by?

Parents?

Oh, actually my parents have
been gone for a while now.

Oh.

I'm sorry.

No, thank you, it's okay.

I'm very close to my cousin

and her family in the
city, so I feel lucky.

How about you?

My parents live out in
California now,

and they don't travel much
anymore, so.

I wasn't sure this was enough.

Uh, yeah.

I think eight sticks
of butter should do it.

Thank you.

Your microphone, sir.

[humming]

I like it.

♪ We wish you a Merry Christmas
♪

Sorry, can't, no spatula.

Nice excuse.

♪ We wish you a Merry Christmas
♪

♪ And a happy New Year

[laughing]

[clapping]

You guys make quite the team.

Okay, boys.

I'm nervous, but you're gonna
show me

how this baking thing works,
right?

Yes, we got this.

I don't know about ya'll,

but I personally don't mind if
my roast

is a little crispy.

It was good, Dad.

Really?

Ish.

[chuckling]

Hey, I'll help clean the
dishes when I get back.

Get back from where?

Remember, Nathan's dad said he'd
pay us

$ to shovel their cars out?

Yep.

Don't get yourself buried in
snow.

All right.

And I'll save the good
ornaments for when you get back.

- [Danny] Okay.

And bundle up, it's freezing!

- [Danny] Will do!

Bye.

He's a good kid.

He's very helpful.

Yeah, for the right price.

He is.

He was our gift.

I'm sorry.

If you need to try to work,

don't feel like you have to--

Help decorate the gigantic
eight foot Christmas tree?

Are you kidding me?

Look at the real estate over
there.

Maybe it'll help me get my
creative juices flowing.

Okay then.

Pick a box, any box.

Okay then.

[lighthearted music]

These are so cute, so crafty.

We combed a lot of markets over
the years.

I'm saving this one for Danny.

Have you ever been to Village
Market?

No.

Oh, their ornaments are
beautiful,

but their chimney cakes are to
die for.

Chimney cakes.

Not ringing a bell.

What about the Christmas
windows?

Macy's, Saks.

Now those, those I know.

Well, it's a big city,
can't do everything.

Yeah.

[chuckling]

I guess we just have our things.

If it's any consolation,

my ex-husband used to make
peanut brittle every Christmas.

And the entire house would fill

with that intense peanut smell,
so now--

That's all you crave?

No, I hate it.

[laughing]

Let me guess, didn't end well.

Well, you know, I did the
whole big wedding thing,

'cause I thought I found the
one.

But when our show ended, it
just--

You guys performed together on
Broadway?

Yeah.

It was everything to him, all
consuming.

You know what?

For me to, for a time.

'Til it wasn't.

It just didn't feel right,

oh, not like teaching.

So now I just, you know,

I just do what I'm best at.

You can add baking to that list.

Ha ha.

Get ready, prepare to be
dazzled.

Oh, okay.

[train horn blowing]

Cute.

[gasps]

Oh, it's beautiful.

Yeah, it is.

Hey guys.

Did you save me some ornaments?

[lighthearted music]

[melancholic music]

[suspenseful music]

- [Katherine] Please tell me
you're not

bailing on me tomorrow night.

Never.

I just forgot that Emma has a
sleepover,

and now Todd has to work late,

so we just have to sell their
tickets

before we go in, sorry.

Yeah, it's the hottest
ticket of the season.

How hard can it be?

That's my girl.

Meet you there.

Bye.

♪ I wish you a Merry Christmas

♪ And a happy New Year

[chuckling]

[humming]

I like it.

[humming]

What do you say we start
wrapping this contract up

and start closing out the year?

Ah.

I just need to get a few more--

Things done that can wait until
next year?

You know what?

You're right.

I am?

[chuckling]

I mean, yes, I am right.

What, someone have an extra
shot of espresso today?

That's for you.

What's this?

A new car.

[chuckling]

It was a two for one.

Emily just thought you
might want a new tie

for the Christmas party
since you've been--

Wearing the same one for too
long?

Not that we've noticed.

It's very stylish, thank you.

You bet.

The kids are on the
stage, the lights come up.

♪ Those Jingle Bells

♪ Rang every year

♪ All through the times we've
missed ♪

♪ Like the North Star
still there shining ♪

♪ I could feel you

♪ Like the North Star
still there shining ♪

♪ I could feel you

Is there more?

No.

Okay.

It's good.

Thank you.

I'm not worrying.

It's a start.
Right.

Mhm.

We don't have a lot of warmup
time,

let's start with What Child.

Any chance you saved a spot?

[lighthearted music]

Well, it looks like our
Christmas choir is complete.

Again.

Danny, why don't you stand
next to Nora, right there.

You're back.

Yeah.

Good.

- [Katherine] All right,
everybody.

Let's take it from the top,

only a few days left 'til our
performance.

♪ God rest ye merry gentlemen

♪ Let nothing you dismay

♪ Remember Christ, our savior

♪ Was born on Christmas Day

♪ To save us all from Satan's
power ♪

♪ When we were gone astray

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort and joy
♪

♪ Comfort and joy

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort

♪ Tidings of joy

♪ From God, our heavenly father
♪

♪ A blessed angel came

♪ And unto certain shepherds

♪ Brought tidings of the same

♪ How that in Bethlehem was born
♪

♪ The son of God by name

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort and joy
♪

♪ Comfort and joy

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort

♪ Tidings of joy

You guys will be on the ends,
okay?

Make sure they feel secure.

I don't have to wear wings, do
I?

No, but I could use a Christmas
tree.

Yeah, I'll go with the angel
wings.

[laughing]

I'm so glad you're back, Danny.

It's good to be back.

He forgot his spatula, but--

I think we can make it work.

Hey, I know you're super busy,

but we were talking about
grabbing a bite.

Oh, man.

Normally I would say yes,

but I already have plans.

Unless...

You're up for something
different?

You guys want to join me?

Where?
What?

It's a Christmas surprise.

And here I thought you might
actually

be late for once.

Not a minute to spare.

Well, it doesn't give
us too much time to--

We would've been here earlier,

but she insisted on taking a
cab,

and it was slim pickings.

Julie, this is Greg, and his son
Danny.

Oh, well you I have heard a lot
about.

And you are a pleasant surprise.

[laughing]

Very happy to meet you both.

You too.

Glad we didn't sell these.

So, do they just do a lot of

kicking at this thing or?

[laughing]

Oh, just you wait.

Come on.

What?

We had extra tickets.

[laughing]

Oh!

I don't remember them
ever doing that move.

Do you remember them doing that
move?

That's why we keep coming back.

I know that was a first for me,

but I did not expect people
dancing

on top of a double decker bus.

Well, I just don't know how they
do

all those kicks, and
the Santa suits, and--

Magic.

[laughing]

Did you like it?

Yeah, I mean, it was pretty
cool.

Yeah?

Yeah.

Thanks.

What do we owe you for the
tickets?

Oh!
Nothing.

It's my treat, it's Christmas.

Well, can I at least buy
everybody dinner?

Well, I would love to go,

but I have to get home and pack,

I've got presents to
put into one suitcase,

so I should go.

Not gonna cry saying goodbye to
you.

Merry Christmas.

Sorry, I'm a hugger.

Bye.

And yes, you can take her out to
dinner,

she knows all the hot spots.

Merry Christmas, I love you.

[car honking]

Going, gone.

Out.

Dad, is it cool if Nora and me

and a few of the kids from
choir are hanging out?

Hanging out?

Just getting hot
chocolates at Serendipity.

Okay, great.

You've talked a bunch about
Nora,

now I'll finally get a chance to
meet her.

What?

No, no, no, I mean I just...

[laughing]

Very funny.

Have fun.

I'll see you there in about an
hour.

See ya.

Bye, Danny.

Bye.

All right then.

Where to?

[lighthearted Christmas music]

Well, I was hoping to buy
you more than cake, but--

They're hand dipped, rolled in
sugar,

baked over a fire pit.

More than a cake.

Okay, I'm not gonna lie.

That's ridiculous.

I've loved them since I was a
kid.

Mm.

We did not have these back in
Cleveland.

Is that where you're from?

Mhm.

Eventually went off to Yale, met
Megan,

and off we went.

Should we have a seat here?

It's no white tablecloth, but--

Perfect.

So...

Danny's gonna be off
to college soon, right?

Mhm.

The plan was always
Northwestern, or maybe Columbia,

but I don't know, he doesn't
seem into it right now.

Not that he'd tell me
right now if he wasn't.

[laughing]

You just have to keep talking to
them.

That's what I do with my
students, just keep at it.

Because you're a natural with
kids.

I don't know..

I'm really glad we took
this break tonight.

Told you it was worth it.

I mean, all of this.

You know what else is nice?

Sitting.

[laughing]

Yeah.

So, what about you?

You almost done?

With the song?

Ugh, yeah, no.

[chuckling]

I don't know what I'm gonna do.

I don't want to let the kids
down.

We have some backups, but
nothing special.

If I don't finish that song...

You will.

You never give up on those kids,
right?

No.

So you shouldn't give up on
yourself.

[lighthearted music]

[knocking]

Doing okay in here?

Yeah.

I'm just looking over the songs,

but I'm almost done.

Hey, Dad.

There's something I...

Nevermind.

It's nothing.

Are you sure?

Yeah, yeah.

It's nothing.

Okay.

Goodnight.

Hey.

How about you and me downstairs
right now.

Cocoa, kettle corn, and a
Christmas movie marathon.

Right now?

Yep.

We stay up all night, it's a
thing.

I'm in.

Let's do it.

Great.

[cheery Christmas music]

♪ Lift up your voice

♪ This holiday

♪ There's so much joy

♪ To celebrate

I haven't had my first full cup
of coffee,

but that sounds like a chorus.

It's getting there.

It's getting closer to being
done, right?

Okay, good.

Because somebody's gonna
have to learn it quickly.

Can I hear more?

Let me hear more.

Yeah, okay.

♪ Lift up your voice

♪ This holiday

♪ There's so much joy

♪ To celebrate

♪ Love has brought us here
together ♪

I can't believe you're
getting credit for this.

My counselor said it wasn't
possible, but you're--

Well, I'm still working on
it but, I'll let you know.

Cool.

So, are you still coming
over later to rehearse?

Yeah.

Oh.

You know what?

Let me check on something.

Just...

Hey, so do you really need a
wingman

at your Christmas party or--

What?

I told them I'd rehearse
with them tonight.

I did not know this, but
I cannot discourage it.

You know what?

You should take my place.

What?

No, I didn't mean, I meant...

It's at a new venue this year,

so I don't really know
how it's gonna turn out,

but it could be fun.

But I know you're really
busy, so I don't know--

I'd love to.

Really?

Yes?
Yes.

Okay.

We're going.

I'll text you the address.

Perfect.

I am gonna get my shoe shined.

[chuckling]

Okay.

All right.

What?

Your shoe shined?

[lighthearted music]

Okay, please, it's not a big
deal.

It's--

I can't believe I'm not there.

Of all the years!

Why?

Did you plan on chaperoning?

I'm so happy about all this,

he seems like such a good guy.

You deserve a good guy, Kath.

Okay, it's just a Christmas
party.

We'll see.

Send my love to everybody.

Goodbye, I love you, goodbye.

[calming music]

There he is!

In case you missed it,

we're going into this
tall building right here.

I never would've found it, thank
you.

I'll see you guys in a minute,

I'm just waiting on--

Your date?

I'm just so proud of you, buddy.

Ignore him.

What?

We'll see you in there.

Great tie by the way, I love
you.

Thank you.

[lighthearted music]

You look beautiful.

Thank you.

You look handsome too, very
festive.

I try.

This is it.

Eh, it'll do.

[laughing]

Shall we?

We shall.

[lighthearted music]

[chuckling]

I'm just gonna put it out there.

I will be the first person
on line Christmas morning

to buy your song.

Aw, thank you.

But you might want to hear it
first.

We'll be there.

I have faith.

And not just because you two are
friends,

but we loved you as Penelope.

Oh, we did.

Do you think you'll
ever get back out there?

On Broadway?

Yeah.

No, but grooming Broadway
hopefuls?

Now that is the most rewarding
thing.

You see?

I love that.

[laughing]

We're gonna find some food

before this one passes out.

Don't pass out.

[chuckling]

She's lovely.

Oh.

She's lovely too.

We've worked together for
years now.

She's not the most subtle,

but I'd be lost without her.

All right, everybody.

It's time, gather round, gather
round.

We've only got a short window,
so,

Greg, buddy.

Santa?

Really?

Yes, really.

You started it.

He started it, and you're gonna
love it.

Oh, I don't know.

It's been-

Way too long.

- [Katherine] Cute coat.

Oh, you think?

Yes.

You think I should do it.

Yes?

Because I'm gonna need a helper.

That's right.

It matches my dress.

And.

And thank you for the glasses,
nice.

Hey!

I'm gonna need my hat.

[cheering]

Oh, polar bear feet!

[laughing]

It's perfect!

It's perfect!

A santa stapler!

[cheering]

Merry Christmas everyone!

You handed out gifts like a
champion.

This is very true.

But I saved the best for last.

[gasps]

A snow globe.

I love them, thank you.

You're welcome.

Hey.

Should we walk a little bit,

maybe catch a cab further up?

Yeah.

Good.

You're a big kid, do you know
that?

I had no idea until tonight,
but--

Oh, what can I say?

It's the holidays that bring it
out in me.

[chuckling]

You know, I think Danny
was maybe three years old,

and I can remember watching him

come down the stairs and
see his brand new drum set.

Oh!

The one Santa left home.

Been on his list all year.

And the look of pure joy on his
face,

it made me feel that Christmas
magic all over again.

I'll never forget it, it was
awesome.

It sounds it.

I mean, I know because I had
that feeling

with my niece, Emma.

I know it's different though.

So, did you ever--

Want to have children of my own?

Yeah, sure.

But--

I'm sorry, that's none of my
business.

No, no, it's fine.

I just, I'm...

I had a baby many years ago.

I had just lost my parents,

and I wasn't in a position
financially,

so I made the decision to
give my baby up for adoption.

Luckily, I've always felt
good about that choice.

I know I did the right thing,

the selfless thing, you know.

So my baby could have a happier
life.

Have a family like you and
Danny.

I guess I just always thought
it would happen for me,

you know, when I was ready,
later in life.

But...

It didn't?

It didn't.

Wow.

I cannot believe I just
told you all of that.

Well, I'm just glad you
felt comfortable enough to.

And I know wherever
they are, they're happy,

and healthy, and loved.

Thank you.

That's been my whole wish my
whole life.

I should probably grab that.

Right.

Yeah.

I gotta go get Danny and head
back

to work for the car, so...

[romantic music]

[car honks]

Okay, yeah, I should probably, I
should--

Yeah.

Thank you.
Okay, bye.

[romantic music]

nd and Broadway.

Take Columbus.

♪ It's the miracle this
Christmas ♪

♪ When angels land

[lighthearted music]

So, you got my message?

And here I thought you were
calling

to fill me in on your date.

Okay, yes, we had a really great
time.

You did?

Really?

Yeah, he's actually really
funny.

And pretty easy to talk to.

Is that what brought this up?

Maybe.

Maybe it's what he said.

Maybe it's the holidays, I don't
know.

I just want to know that my
baby's happy.

Grown up and happy, that's all.

Hey!

No throwing snowballs

at anyone over , you got that?

Do you need me to get on a
plane?

'Cause I will get on one right
now.

What?

No, absolutely not, everything's
fine.

I don't even wanna think about
it,

it could take weeks.

Is that because of the holidays?

I had the adoptive parents names

redacted from the paperwork.

It could take a while.

Okay, no.

I'm going, bye.

Get you!

I'm gonna get all of you!

Ah!

Okay, so I know it's close to
showtime,

but you calling me in early last
minute,

so you're trying to bribe me?

You want to tell me what's going
on?

Ah, I think we should wait a
beat.

Wait for what?

Oh, good, everyone's here.

What's going on?

You needed to see us?

Is everything okay?

Why is she looking at me like
that?

Honestly, I have no idea.

Here it is.

What is this?

Our finished finale.

Oh, finally.

Wait.

You're not thinking--

Danny for the duet?

I know it's a little daunting,

I know you're not used to
performing,

but trust me, you are
perfect for this song.

I don't know what to say.

Try it!

Push yourself, go as high as you
could go.

[gasps] I'd be so honored.

I'm leaving this one up to you.

[lighthearted music]

Okay.

Yeah?

Yeah.

Looks like we've got a duet
tomorrow.

Yes!

[lighthearted music]

[phone buzzing]

This is Katherine.

Mhm.

[lighthearted music]

Wow.

Does it feel this big when
all the seats are filled?

[chuckling]

Why did you find me?

I guess I wanted to find you
because

I was just looking for my
high school transcripts,

and I came across your file.

Your dad said you were a gift.

I didn't realize.

It was never a secret.

They never wanted it to be,

it was just never anything I
felt I needed

to seek out until now.

I understand that.

Miller made it a little tricky
but...

Oh, let me tell you.

It's a lot of paperwork
to change your name back.

[laughing]

I almost told you, that first
day, but--

I'm so glad you found me.

You are?

Oh yeah.

It fills me with such joy to see

how well you've turned out.

Ditto.

I mean, you could've been
like...

Just serious.

All the time.

No.

[laughing]

Can you ever forgive me?

There's nothing to forgive.

I'm so glad Megan was your mama.

Your angel.

She will always be your mother.

But if I may...

I'd like to be friends.

I'd like that.

Me too.

I'm sorry too, about all this.

You have nothing to be sorry
about.

I haven't told my dad yet.

Oh, right.

But I will.

Listen, this has always been
about

what's best for you.

Not about me.

You tell him when you're ready.

Got it?

Okay.

Make sure the little elves can
hear you

in the back of the house.

♪ Gloria

♪ Gloria

♪ In excelsis Deo

[clapping]

Let's take a quick five,
you guys get some water,

stretch out, get on your phones.

Quick five.

I didn't want to totally
spoil it for tomorrow night,

but I just had to see a little
bit.

Oh, I hope you liked it.

So, are you almost done for the
day?

Because I am officially
done until New Years,

and you have a busy night
tomorrow,

and so I thought maybe I
could take you to dinner.

Oh, I'm sorry, I can't.

Well, everyone's gotta eat.

And twice as much at the
holidays.

I just need to focus on this,

and make the song sell
for next year, so...

What's going on?

Is something wrong?

'Cause I thought we had a really
good time the other night.

We did.

Well then, what?

I'm just really busy.

Yeah.

Helping everybody else.

What about you?

It's all...

So complicated.

All of it's just so...

I'm sorry.

Well, Katherine--

I've gotta get back.

[somber music]

Dad.

Can we talk?

Yeah.

Of course.

Is this about the choir?

I wanted to tell you.

I tried.

A couple of times.

To tell me what?

Why I went there in the first
place.

And I'm sorry I didn't tell you
sooner,

I thought I would just go and
see

what she looked like, you know?

Move some costumes around
and be done with it.

I found my birth mom, is
what I'm trying to say.

I don't know what to say.

I know you always told
me I could go meet her

if I wanted to, but with
everything,

I didn't want to put that on
you,

or give you anything else to
worry about.

Danny.

You can always talk to me.

About anything.

I know.

Wow.

Okay.

Did she know about this?

Not until today.

She knows you don't know either.

I'm sorry.

No, no, no, no.

I'm just sorry you didn't feel
like

you could talk to me about this
sooner.

Hey.

This doesn't have to change
anything.

For you guys.

I just want you to be happy.

I know.

Why don't you go get some rest?

You've still got a big day
tomorrow.

Yeah.

[melancholic music]

["This Christmas Song" by Nat
King Cole]

♪ Chestnuts roasting on an open
fire ♪

♪ Jack Frost nipping at your
nose ♪

♪ Yule-tide carols being sung by
a choir ♪

[humming]

Okay.

[lighthearted music]

I just want you to know
how proud I am of you.

Thanks, Dad.

And I always will be.

No matter what.

So whether it's business
school or music school,

I just want you to follow your
heart.

Really?

Yeah.

Our plan was always and only

about you being happy.

Hey.

You okay?

I just need to focus on tonight,
you know?

That's what I'm best at, right?

So all of that over
there, is that your date?

No.

We're just friends.

Which is good.

You know, in the seven
short and glorious years

we've worked together,

I have never seen you stop until
you knew

each and every one of
your students was okay.

Even me.

When I didn't think I
had a shot with Gwen,

you pushed me for the same
reason.

But when it comes to you,

I don't know what happened over
there,

but I know you gotta make some
time

for yourself too.

You can't just live for everyone
else.

You may need some Christmas
courage.

[lighthearted music]

Almost showtime.

[clapping]

[calming piano music]

♪ Angels we have heard on high

♪ Sweetly singing o'er the
plains ♪

♪ And the mountains in reply

♪ Echo in their joyous strains

♪ Gloria

♪ Gloria

♪ In excelsis Deo

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort and joy
♪

♪ Comfort and joy

♪ Oh, tidings of comfort and joy
♪

♪ Joyful, all ye nations, rise

♪ Join the triumph of the skies
♪

♪ With angelic host proclaim

♪ Christ is born in Bethlehem

♪ Hark, the herald angels sing

♪ Glory to the newborn King

♪ Peace on the Earth, goodwill
to men ♪

♪ From Heaven's all gracious
King ♪

♪ The world in solemn stillness
lay ♪

♪ To hear the angels sing

♪ To hear the angels sing

[clapping]

Let your voice soar.

[calming piano music]

♪ Those Jingle Bells rang every
year ♪

♪ All through the times we
missed ♪

♪ Like the North Star
still there shining ♪

♪ I could feel you

♪ I'm overcome with season's
cheer ♪

♪ And thankful that my wish

♪ To have you in my life

♪ Has finally come true

♪ Lift up your voice

♪ This holiday

♪ There's so much joy

♪ To celebrate

♪ Love has brought us here
together ♪

♪ With the wise and guiding hand
♪

♪ It's the miracle of Christmas
♪

♪ When angels land

♪ Those ornaments we dusted off
♪

♪ And hung up on that tree

♪ A tradition even though
they're worn and tattered ♪

♪ And making new sweet
memories has reminded me ♪

♪ That family's defined
by those who gather ♪

♪ Lift up your voice

♪ This holiday

♪ There's so much joy

♪ To celebrate

♪ Now love has brought us here
together ♪

♪ With a wise and guiding hand

♪ It's the miracle of Christmas
♪

♪ When angels land

♪ Descending from the heavens

♪ With these gifts upon their
wings ♪

♪ The peace we share, goodwill
for all ♪

♪ They surround us as we sing

♪ Lift up your voice

♪ This holiday

♪ There's so much joy

♪ To celebrate

♪ Love has brought us here
together ♪

♪ With the wise and guiding hand
♪

♪ It's the miracle of Christmas
♪

♪ When angels land

♪ Our miracle this Christmas

♪ When angels land

[clapping]

[cheering]

Oh, this is amazing.

And your song?

We did it.

Cheers.

[glasses clanging]

Brian, will you hold this for
me?

Mhm, mhm, mhm.

Hi.

I'm sure you're rushing
to catch your train,

but I wanted to say
thank you for everything.

It was a great performance.

Congratulations.

I told him.

I'm gonna go say bye to
everyone.

So, now I get the whole
complicated thing.

Yeah.

I was thrown.

I was too.

I still want to say thank you.

For what?

For giving him a better life,

and for raising him better than
I could.

I know none of us expected all
this, but,

I just want to say meeting you
two,

it's just been a huge blessing
to me.

To us too.

I mean not in the beginning,

especially with the wings...

[laughing]

I hope you have a very Merry
Christmas.

You too.

Actually.

No.

No, you don't want me to have

a very Merry Christmas?

No.

I know that this has all
been a little bit crazy,

and unexpected, and sure,
uncomfortable at times, but--

I'm not sure what you're trying
to say.

Oh, bear with me.

Maybe it's all just
been kinda, meant to be.

I mean, if Danny had never found
you,

and you hadn't strong-armed
us to being in your show.

Wait, I didn't strong-arm
anybody

into being...

[chuckling]

Oh.

[chuckling]

You're joking.

Yeah.

Can I finish?

Yes.

Then I would've never known

how great things could be again.

I'm not sure what you're
trying to say here.

There's a holiday break coming
up,

and since I know you don't like
breaks...

No.

How would you feel about
Christmas in Connecticut?

[chuckling]

I hear it's pretty
magical this time of year.

Although there is the
danger of a little relaxing.

Oh, well, you know I'm not a
relaxer.

I do.

[chuckling]

Oh, sounds really nice about
right now.

Yeah?

Uh huh.

[lighthearted music]

[cheery Christmas music]

I bought three pies, I didn't
bake them,

but they look delicious.

That sounds smart.

[laughing]

Merry Christmas.

Oh, my rockstar Santa.

I hear our song is a hit.

I know!

All my friends are downloading
it

and choir music isn't even their
thing.

Oh, I can take these off your
hands.

Oh, you're a good man.

And Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

And there's more.

You didn't need to bring
anything.

Please, I love to buy pies,

and I love to buy things.

And this.

What is this?

I don't know, you'll
just have to find out.

[chuckling]

This is amazing.

Really?

Really.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

I'm really glad you're here.

Oh, me too.

And with three minutes to spare.

♪ We wish you

♪ A Merry Christmas

♪ We

I'm gonna have to take this from
you.

What?

Never.

[chuckling]

Although, I should point out...

Oh, that is so cliche,

but it's just a wee bit cute.

[lighthearted music]

♪ We wish you

♪ A Merry Christmas

Oh no, here we go.

♪ We wish you a Merry Christmas
♪

♪ We wish you

♪ A Merry Christmas

Hold it, hold it, hold
it, hold it, hold it!

♪ And a happy New

Sing it!

♪ Year

[laughing]

- [Katherine] That's my boys.

[laughing]

[catchy Christmas music]

♪ Looks like Christmas

♪ Looks like Christmas to me

♪ Looks like Christmas

[lighthearted music]