Angel Falls Christmas (2021)

[bunniefuu]

[lively holiday music]

[gasping, laughing]

Thank you. Wow.

Thank you.

- Oh!

- This town loves Christmas.

So many people donated.

- They sure did.

But sometimes, even people

with the best intentions

can forget what the season's

all about.

A little reminder

can do wonders.

Everything okay, Pam?

Well, the truck still isn't

here to pick up the toys yet,

and I'm worried.

Maybe I'll call and complain.

All these beautiful toys are going

to make the children so happy.

You know, worrying doesn't take

away tomorrow's troubles,

it just takes away today's

peace. Don't you think, Pam?

I think that truck

will show up any second.

[sighing]

- I hope you're right.

Woo!

[laughing]

[indistinct chattering]

[indistinct PA announcement]

[laughing]

Congratulations, Dr. Morgan!

I'm gonna miss our dance parties

in the hallway!

I'm gonna miss

our dance parties too!

[laughing]

Thank you for coming!

Ah, can't believe

you're leaving me, Ally.

Don't worry, I'm only gonna be

two floors away.

Yeah, but who's gonna take my 3 am

coffee and donut break with me now?

[laughing]

You know, believe it or not,

I am actually going

to miss working nights.

Well, don't tell

Dr. Chan that.

He's been asking everyone to

cover for him on Christmas Eve.

Wait.

Kevin got assigned my shifts?

But he has daughters.

Ah-ah-ah, that is

no longer your problem,

Ms. Hospital Administrator.

Plus, you actually

have plans this year.

[laughing]

Talk about a Christmas miracle.

Hello. Ah, there's

the woman of the hour.

- Dr. Winchester!

- Dr. W!

- It's so good to see you!

- It's been too long!

I'm gonna grab some eggnog,

do you guys want some?

- Thank you, that'd be lovely.

- That'd be great, thanks.

I'm so glad you came.

- Of course!

It seems like it was just yesterday

that you were my star intern

putting all those other students

to shame, and now look at you.

Well, I learned from the best.

Oh, your dad would be

so proud of you.

I don't know.

Hospital Administrator's a long way off

from Chief Medical Officer.

- Well, he didn't get there overnight.

When's your last shift

in the ER?

Technically it's today.

My boyfriend is going to be very happy

that I got my nights free.

These hours can take a

toll on relationships.

My wife was thrilled

when I left the ER,

and she's even more thrilled

now that I'm retiring.

Wait, you are?

Congratulations, that's amazing.

Thank you. I finally found

a buyer for my practice.

So, I'm leaving tomorrow

to meet up with Mrs. Winchester

and the kids for a sunny

Christmas in Palm Springs.

- Oh!

- Cheers!

- Cheers! Thank you.

- Thank you, Dawn.

Now, I know it is your party,

but don't you have to get going

pretty soon?

Uh, right. Yeah,

I just wanted to make sure

that Mrs. Solace's

labs came back alright.

Dr. Spencer is taking care

of Mrs. Solace.

She's in good hands.

Doc, did you forget to teach

her what change of shift is for?

[chuckling]

She's got a point, Ally.

And speaking of getting going,

I should go pack for my trip.

It's nice to see you both.

- Nice to see you.

Thank you so much for coming.

- You take good care.

- Enjoy Palm Springs!

- Okay, now I'm really late.

[scoffing]

[sighing]

Hi! Ugh, I'm so sorry

I'm late.

You are actually

right on time.

I thought you said six.

And you knew I'd be

half an hour late.

But, it's only 6:24,

so technically, you're early.

[chuckling]

[popping]

- Oh!

[laughing]

That scared me.

- Madame.

- Thank you.

To you, Ally.

I could not be more proud.

Cheers.

I love you so much.

- I love you too.

[chuckling]

So, I made us reservations

at Scopa, and I thought maybe

we could go ice-skating after?

- Ice-skating?

- Too Christmassy?

What? No, I don't have

a problem with Christmas.

Uh-huh. Says the girl whose favorite

Christmas character is Scrooge.

Because I think

he's misunderstood.

Perhaps, but for the record,

you have turned down

every Christmas-related activity

I have ever invited you to.

- No, I have not!

- Uh, yes you have.

- No!

I let you put your decorations

up in my house!

Yeah, and it was like

pulling teeth.

[laughing]

- Yeah, it was.

- But you know what?

- Hmm?

None of that matters,

because we finally get to spend

our first Christmas together.

First of many, I hope.

Mm-hmm.

- The thing is, is I'm...

- Starving, yeah.

Don't worry, I ordered

appetizers ahead of time.

No, it's not...

A cheese plate?

No Gouda, sub brie,

extra bread,

just like you like it.

- Ooh...

Shall we?

I'm thinking maybe the gnocchi.

Josh, I have something

to tell you.

I'm working Christmas Eve.

I thought you had the whole week

off before you start the new job.

Dr. Chan needed someone

to cover for him

so he could spend time

with his kids.

I already told my family

you'd be coming.

I know, and I'm sorry.

I'm sorry, but I...

will make it up to you.

I promise.

I realize that Christmas

is tough for you,

and I want to be

sensitive to that.

And I appreciate that so much,

but I'm fine.

It's just...

I'm not sure I'm ready to trade

in the ER for a desk job.

Wait, you're not taking

the promotion?

Oh no, no. I mean, part of

my ten-year-plan is just...

I thought maybe...

I could pick up a couple extra shifts

in the ER a few times a week.

We barely have enough time

to spend together,

and you only have one job.

- We will make it work.

You know that my career

has always been...

Your first priority.

You just...

You don't get it.

- What don't I get?

Being passionate about my job?

Listen, I didn't say that.

I didn't mean to.

I am passionate about

my career, okay? But...

I'm also passionate about us.

I know. I know you are,

and so am I.

I mean, I brought you flowers,

didn't I?

[Ally chuckling]

[phone vibrating]

Sorry.

Uh, it's my replacement

in the ER,

and I will call him back.

Thank you.

[chuckling]

[soft piano music]

It could be an emergency.

Just please let it go

to voicemail.

You're not even on-call.

[phone vibrating]

I-I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

I will be right back.

[soft piano music continues]

[indistinct chattering]

I'm sorry, I have to go back in.

Don't worry,

I'll get the check.

My patient was supposed

to be discharged,

but Dr. Spencer's having trouble

reading the labs.

- I love you so much, Ally.

- I love you too.

I don't know how we're going

to make this work.

[sighing]

What are you... What?

We talked about things

finally changing.

About finally being able

to have a stable relationship.

I thought you wanted that too.

- I do!

I do, I'm just trying

to juggle everything.

That's the problem,

there isn't room for all of it.

I hoped that one day,

our priorities would align.

I don't...

I'm not sure they will.

I'm not sure they will...

either.

I wish you could see that there's

more to life than just work.

[gentle chiming music]

And I wish you could see that

there's more to work than just work.

[gentle chiming music]

Merry Christmas, Ally.

Your patients are lucky

to have you.

[soft music]

Looked like you were in a hurry,

so I wrapped this up for you.

One cheese plate, no Gouda,

sub brie with extra bread.

Thanks.

Seems like a perfect night

for ice-skating.

Do you have any plans?

Uh, just work.

Thanks again.

- Oh, you're welcome.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Yoo-hoo! Ally!

- Good morning, Mrs. Blake.

- Happy Holidays.

Although, doesn't look very

happy over here, does it?

Once again, you're the only neighbor

who hasn't decorated their yard.

They can fine you for that,

you know?

I'm pretty sure

that's not a thing.

Since you could clearly use

some holiday cheer,

I brought you over some homemade

Christmas cookies.

[sighing]

- Thanks.

No tree? Oh my goodness.

How can you celebrate Christmas

without a tree?

This is my first week off

in years,

and I have a lot more

important things to do

than to get a tree that I'm going to

have to just throw out in a week,

along with all these silly

decorations that Josh put up.

Alrighty, dear.

I'll leave you to it.

[sighing]

- Wait, sorry.

Josh and I broke up.

Oh no.

He was such a wonderful boy.

Always helping me in with

my groceries. Poor thing.

It must be extra depressing

with the lack of a tree.

Don't worry, I have some extra tinsel

I can bring over when you get one.

- Oh, you don't have--

- I'll bring it by!

Now, dry those eyes and go eat

those Christmas cookies.

[distant dog barking]

[bright Christmas music]

[sighing]

[rhythmic Christmas music]

[gentle music]

[sighing]

- Hi, Dr. Morgan, you're back!

- Hey, Stacy!

How was your celebratory

dinner last night?

You two are the cutest couple.

I would do anything to have

a relationship--

Girl! Unless you're here

to drop off

an early Christmas present

for me, you need to go home!

I had some free time

on my hands,

so I figured I would come

and see if anyone needed a hand.

Mm-hmm. You do realize

we had a "Leaving the ER" party

for you yesterday, right?

- Yeah.

- Isn't Josh off work?

Okay, come here a second.

Josh and I broke up.

- What?!

Oh my gosh, Ally,

I'm so sorry. Are you okay?

I don't know. Yeah, no...

I-I just need to be here.

I need to work.

Okay, listen. Are you sure that it's

a breakup and not just a fight?

Maybe you two just need

a little bit of space.

He said he doesn't think our

priorities are ever going to align.

I'm pretty sure

that's a breakup.

[sighing]

Well, you know,

I'm off in five minutes.

Why don't you come with me

to the Christmas tree lighting?

Yeah, that's gonna be

a big no.

Listen, it'll take

your mind off things,

plus I have your gift in my car,

and it may or may not be

new orthopedic shoes.

Shoes?

[laughing]

Yeah!

[joyful Christmas music]

[indistinct chattering]

[laughing]

This is the perfect place

to start the healing process.

Too soon? Sorry, I'm just trying

to lighten the mood.

No, I'm good. It's just,

I got a lot of stuff on my mind.

Of course. Do you want

to talk about it?

I'm good, I'm good. Promise.

[indistinct chattering]

You know, I really don't

understand tree-lightings.

We just stand around waiting

for someone to flip a switch.

Well, the tree-lighting

is only one part.

Come on, look around!

Yummy treats, Christmas carols,

kids making crafts.

Every year, my parents and I would sit

at the craft table and make an ornament.

That sounds so special.

Yeah, it was actually one of my

last memories I have with them.

If only I'd kept

those ornaments.

I'm so sorry, Ally,

I didn't realize.

You know what? Let's just

go back to my place

and make some brownie sundaes.

- No, I'm fine.

They were happy memories, and...

besides, I am actually

having a lot of fun.

Ally Morgan having fun

at a Christmas event?

Who would've thought?

This guy!

Not Josh, that's for sure.

Well, see?

You're proving him wrong.

Yeah. Good point.

I have to prove him wrong.

No, that's not

what I was saying.

Yes! He thinks

I'm this workaholic

with no Christmas spirit,

when in actuality,

I am a workaholic with tons

of Christmas spirit.

Okay, I feel like you missed

the point there a little bit.

Uh, would you like

a paper and a pencil?

What's the paper for?

It's to write

your Christmas checklist.

All the activities

that you're going to do

in the next week to get

in the Christmas spirit!

Perfect, I will take one.

[laughing]

You know, maybe I don't have to

make an actual list, you know?

I could just wing it.

- Just wing it?

You've never "just winged"

anything in your entire life.

Don't think I forgot about

that improv class you took

where you prepared all of your

scenes ahead of time!

Yeah, and it worked...

kind of.

- Did it?

- Fine!

Are you...

copying off a child?

I don't know what to write.

Just think about all those

happy memories with your family,

and all the activities Josh

always wanted to do with you.

[chuckling]

Alright, everyone!

It's time for the lighting

of the tree!

If this doesn't prove to Josh

that I have Christmas spirit,

I don't know what will.

In ten, nine...

[all]:...eight, seven, six,

five, four, three, two, one!

[laughing]

- Yes! Haha!

Done.

[applause]

Oh!

[gasping]

[wind howling]

Where is it?

[man]: Is this yours?

I think you lost this.

- Uh, yes.

This is my Christmas checklist.

I'm really, really

into Christmas.

Deck the halls, am I right?

[chuckling]

Well then, I'm glad

I found it.

By the way, I'm Gabe.

- I'm Ally. This is Dawn.

It's nice to meet you,

Ally. Dawn.

Gabe! I found your size

in the back.

Just return it back to me

when you're done.

Do you two ladies also need

to rent a pair?

Skating is always more fun

in a group.

Ah.

Weren't you my server

the other night?

I was! You decided to go

ice-skating after all.

Oh, well, I think we're

actually gonna head,

'cause it's not the best

weather for ice-skating.

Oh, please.

[enchanted chiming]

The snow...

Well, doesn't

the new-and-improved Ally

want to go skating with our...

charming friend?

It would check an item

off your list.

You know what? Sure.

Let's do it.

Great, well, follow me,

I'll get you ladies set up.

[bright Christmas music]

[panting]

Oh! Okay,

I think I've had enough.

I am going to go get some hot

chocolate before I do some damage.

- I'll come with you.

- No, no! Stay. Have fun.

[The First Noel playing]

Ooh! I love this song.

My dad used to listen

to the Elvis version.

Hmm.

It's one of my favorites too.

I'd say it's in my Top 20

Christmas songs.

Top 20?

Well, between all the different

renditions of all the classics,

there are over one million

Christmas songs.

Top 20 is very high on the list.

- Big Christmas music fan, huh?

- Aren't you?

Didn't you just say you were

really, really into Christmas?

To be honest, this whole loving

Christmas thing is pretty recent.

Tonight, to be exact.

Well, I'm glad you're finally

in the Christmas spirit.

That usually doesn't happen 'til the end

of the movie, when all hope is lost.

Yeah, well, maybe I just

lost it all a little sooner.

Is everything okay?

Yeah, I'm sorry.

That was very dramatic.

It's just, my boyfriend and I,

we recently broke up.

Hence the whole

new-and-improved Ally thing.

Hmm. I'm sorry.

But I am glad--

- No, no, no.

I'm not telling you this because

I want you to date me.

I was trying to say I'm glad that you

were inspired to improve yourself.

You see, I believe we could all use a

little inspiration like that sometimes.

Right, uh, yeah. Well...

[clearing throat]

It's getting late.

And the wind looks

like it's picking up, so...

[indistinct chattering]

Thank you for helping me cross

another thing off my list.

Have a wonderful Christmas.

Bye, now!

[gentle Christmas music]

- Morning, Ally!

- Morning, Bill!

Could I get a...

- Ally.

- Ah!

- What a nice surprise.

Do you come here often?

- I do.

Although, I've never

seen you here before.

Gabe only started

a few weeks ago,

but it's like

he's been here forever.

The customers love that smile.

[chuckling]

And I haven't been here

for a few weeks, right.

Uh, well, I'm sorry

for making that weird.

Well, you weren't making it

weird at all. What can I get you?

Can I recommend my most

favorite drink?

A delicious peppermint

hot cocoa,

extra marshmallows.

You know, I'm not the biggest

hot chocolate fan,

so I will just take a latte.

Who doesn't like

hot chocolate?

- Me.

- Okay, Ebenezer.

One latte coming up.

- Thank you.

So, how's the list

coming along?

You know, it's actually

a little too ambitious

to do it all before Christmas,

so my new idea and new plan

was to go to the hospital

and pick up a couple

more shifts,

but there's none of those

available either.

You don't seem like

the kind of person

who gives up on things

that easily.

Well, I'm not.

I've actually never given up

on anything in my life.

So, what happened

to the new-and-improved

Christmas-loving Ally?

You know, this celebrating

the holiday thing,

I haven't done in many years,

so, I don't even really know

where to start.

Hmm. May I?

The list.

- Oh, yeah.

Ambitious, here.

Hmm.

"Ice-skating.

Christmas party,

build a gingerbread house,

buy a Christmas tree

and decorate it.

Bake Christmas cookies,

go caroling,

decorate a Yule log." Hmm...

- Too ambitious, right?

- Actually...

I have some friends throwing

a Christmas party tonight.

And we're decorating

gingerbread houses.

What do you say, hmm?

- I appreciate the invite,

uh, it's just...

Like I said before,

I'm really not looking to date.

- Neither am I.

Oh, you sure you don't want

peppermint in this?

It just seems so boring.

- Ugh, no, I'm good. Thanks.

I know what'll spice it up.

Excuse me.

[bright music]

[sighing]

[humming]

Voila.

Wow, that's actually

really impressive.

Gabe... could you go grab us some

more almond milk from the back?

Of course.

God, I love that guy.

You should go to the party

with him.

He invited me too,

but I have to work.

- He did?

- Mm-hmm.

Gabe!

You know, if your friends

wouldn't mind having me there,

I would love to come

to the party with you.

That's great!

You are gonna love them.

It starts at 4:30 p.m. sharp.

Wow, 4:30? That's kind of

on the early side.

But I'm excited!

- Alright. Christmas cookie?

[bright Christmas music]

[indistinct chattering]

These are your friends?

Not who you were expecting?

It's even better

than I imagined.

So, Ally, how long have

you and Gabe known each other?

Uh, we just met yesterday.

Whoa! You are moving fast.

Now, Elanor,

Ally and I are just friends.

Oh yeah, that's what

Paul and I used to tell people.

Isn't that right, Paul?

- Huh?

We used to tell people

that we were only friends.

Ah, yes!

[laughing]

That's right, mamacita.

He is so romantic.

So, Ally, what do you do

for work?

- I am a doctor.

- A doctor!

Wow, did you hear that, Paul?

- What? You have to speak up.

- I'm almost yelling!

Is your hearing aid on?

Ah.

[laughing]

I don't know what I would do

without this woman, huh?

56 years, and she's just as

gorgeous as the day I met her.

[laughing]

[jazzy music playing]

- Oh!

- Hey.

What do you kids say,

you wanna dance?

- Uh... sure!

- I'd love to.

- Paul can teach you the rhumba!

- Yeah!

It's much more

than just a vacuum.

[laughing]

Okay!

[jazzy music continues]

There we go.

[laughing]

Whoa!

Sorry for the mess.

We're currently understaffed,

and my boss is spending

the holidays in Barbados, so...

please bear with me.

I don't usually do

the interviews.

- Oh, you're doing great.

- Thanks.

[phone ringing]

So, uh, the agency

didn't send me much.

What experience do you have?

Oh, I've done a little bit

of everything.

But mostly,

I'd say I'm a teacher.

Wow. That's great, I used

to want to be a teacher.

Oh, there's nothing

like having the privilege

of helping someone reach

their full potential.

Yeah. Couldn't agree more.

Well, this job isn't quite

as rewarding as teaching.

It's a lot of scheduling...

[slurping]

...and filing...

...handling the phones.

[phone ringing]

Do you have any experience

answering calls?

Oh, I've been answering calls

since long before you were born.

Here's the thing, Maureen.

We really need someone

who will thrive

in a fast-paced environment

and not let anything fall

through the cracks.

Oh, well,

I don't miss much, Josh.

For example, at the rate

you're drinking that coffee,

you clearly didn't sleep well

last night,

which is why you just put the

athlete's foot campaign materials

into the floss campaign folder.

[playful music]

Oh, and that phone call

that you're waiting for,

I'd recommend that

you just call them yourself.

You know, behind every fear,

there's a miracle happening.

Now, I know I'm a little bit

older than your other candidates,

but I'm a fast learner,

and I can do a lot here.

Christmas cookie?

[playful holiday music]

When can you start?

You know, that was actually

one of my favorite

Christmas parties

I've ever been to.

Plus, it saved me from eating

way too much cheese

and blubbering through

'90s rom-coms.

Well, I'm glad I could get

your mind off things.

And check two items

off your list.

Wow! We only have

six left to go.

"We"?

Yeah, I think we make

a good team, don't you?

I guess we do.

What's next on the list?

Tomorrow is Christmas tree

shopping.

Care to join?

I do love Christmas tree

shopping.

Nothing like the smell of fresh

pine on a Christmas tree lot

to put you in

the holiday spirit.

Oh, no, I was thinking

of getting one of those

tabletop tree things

from the store.

When was the last time you were

actually at a Christmas tree lot?

A very long time ago.

Okay.

I see it as my duty as your recently

appointed Christmas list partner

to take you to one.

[bright music]

[indistinct chattering]

You don't like any of these?

What about this one?

Picture perfect!

No, that's not the one.

You know, for someone

who had their heart set

on a tabletop tree

less than 24 hours ago,

you sure have a specific vision!

Now, that is a tree!

That pink thing?

Is that even a real tree?

Yes! It's called

a flocked tree.

It's just like the real ones,

except it's covered

in pink powder.

I didn't take you for a

pink-flocked-tree type of girl.

We had this tradition

in my family, and every year,

someone different

got to choose the tree.

My dad would always choose

the picture-perfect classic one,

and then my mom would choose

the smaller, more sparse one

that she thought

no one was gonna buy.

And you chose this...

pink thing.

My parents hated it.

They'd practically beg me just

to find a normal, green tree.

But then I'd throw a little tantrum,

and they eventually gave in.

Sounds like they were

great parents.

They were.

They were.

So... going

for the normal tree?

Absolutely.

- Hurry up, Daddy!

- Oh, slow down, Michaela!

There has to be a way to make it work!

I love her too much.

Right, but again,

which tree were you thinking?

Sorry, sorry, I don't mean

to keep talking about her.

Nah, you can talk

about her all you want.

After everything you've done for me,

I'm happy to listen.

I appreciate it.

Do you know what? Maureen's

right. I need to call her.

- Who's Maureen?

- Oh, she is this--

Alright, alright, look. Josh?

I love Ally, I do,

but I also think you guys

clearly have some things

to work through, okay?

We both said things in the heat of

the moment that we didn't mean.

I don't know,

in my experience,

sometimes, the things we say

in the heat of the moment

tend to have a little bit

of truth to them.

Uncle Josh!

Just don't sweep it

under the rug.

Okay? That's all I'm saying.

Learn from it.

It's Ally!

Can I go say hi?

Oh, she looks

a little busy, honey!

Alright!

Um, maybe next time.

[Ally laughing]

Maybe he's a friend?

That I've never met before?

[indistinct chattering]

Hey, uh, I think I saw some hot

cider back there, who wants some?

- Me!

- Ooh, hot cider!

[car starting]

[bright music]

[sighing]

One more item checked off!

Well, I should get going.

Unless you want to stay and

bake Christmas cookies with me.

It's the next thing on the list.

Never mind, I'm sure you have

a million things to do

other than bake Christmas

cookies with me.

I'd love to make Christmas

cookies with you.

Great! Although,

I should warn you,

I'm out of almost

every ingredient.

The recipe calls for two eggs,

and I only have one.

I'm not sure we can mess up

Christmas cookies.

You clearly haven't tried

my macaroni and cheese.

Alright. Now that we've let

the flaxseed powder soak

to create a good gelatin, we can use

it as a substitute for the second egg.

How I had flaxseeds,

I have no idea.

Now, we mix all

the ingredients together.

Never can use too much sugar,

am I right?

I gotta say, I'm really impressed

with your baking skills.

I'm more of a friend at the house

taste-tester type, if you will.

Well, as someone

who loves to cook,

I very much see the value

in people like you.

Josh would love this.

Sorry. It's just,

Christmas and cookies

are two of his favorite things.

- Did he cook for you often?

- All the time.

He was obsessed with those

cooking competitions,

and he would follow all the

challenges that the contestants had,

and it was my job to taste

everything and give my critiques.

And most of the time, my notes

were that I wanted more,

because everything

was so delicious.

He would be shocked to know that

I was making Christmas cookies.

I'm so sorry, Ally.

I know how much

you must miss him.

I do. Thank you.

[door closing]

Yoo-hoo! Anybody home?

I'll be right back.

I brought tinsel!

- Mrs. Blake!

- I see you got a tree!

I saw all these ornaments,

I thought someone

must've broken in!

Santa.

[laughing]

Oh, Ally, Ally.

Always overreacting.

Hello. I'm Gabe.

It's very nice

to meet you, Gabe.

And it's nice to meet you too,

Bernadette.

Have we met before?

Your name is on your bag.

Oh!

[laughing]

Of course! Silly me!

[chuckling]

I just put the cookies

in the oven.

I'm gonna go clean up.

[exhaling deeply]

That was fast,

but good for you,

getting back on the horse.

Oh, no, no,

he's just my friend.

Oh, just friends?

I doubt that.

Uh, well, we are actually

really busy baking cookies, so--

Oh, of course!

In addition to the tinsel,

I put in some lights. You might

need something to fill up that gap.

Thank you, that's very kind.

Nice to meet you, Gabe!

I'll be back later

for some of those cookies.

Please do! Oh!

And I should mention,

there are walnuts in them.

I'm glad you said something.

I'm allergic to walnuts.

You never can be too careful.

What a gentleman!

You two enjoy those cookies.

Sorry about that. She doesn't

really understand boundaries.

Sorry about what?

I always love meeting

new people,

and she sure seems to be

an interesting one at that.

Not sure that's the word

I would use to describe her,

but... sure!

Interesting works.

She means well.

I find that when people

are overly critical of others,

it's because they're actually

quite unhappy themselves.

I'll bet there's more to her

than she lets on.

Maybe.

Wow, those cookies

smell amazing.

Good, I'm glad you think so.

'Cause we made a lot.

We have a lot of frosting to do.

Actually, we don't.

I have a plan.

[bright Christmas music]

[overlapping chatter]

What are you gonna draw?

You're gonna draw a heart?

Oh, that looks so cool.

[laughing]

Here, wanna use some green?

You guys are so talented!

Yours looks way better

than mine!

These look really good!

And they smell really good too.

Did you make all these, Ally?

Yeah, I mean,

Gabe helped a little bit.

[laughing]

- Okay, you two.

I'm gonna go

and finish my rounds.

- He's just a friend.

- No judgment here.

I promise.

I'm just happy

to see you smiling again.

And I'll come check

on you guys later.

Save me a cookie, okay, guys?

Bye.

I'm starting to understand

why everyone loves Christmas.

You know, the smell of pine,

baking cookies...

Maybe you're not as devoid of

Christmas cheer as you once thought.

[chuckling]

- Just wish I would've

realized that before my breakup.

It's not too late, you know?

You should call him.

- There's no point.

He made it very clear that this

relationship is not working for him.

From everything

you've told me,

Josh seems to be

a really good guy.

Don't give up on him just yet.

I never gave up on him,

I gave up on us.

Well, I thought Ally didn't

give up on anything.

[chuckling]

You know, for not being

in a relationship,

you sure have a lot

of relationship advice.

Hmm, I still have a lot

of relationships,

just not romantic ones.

I'm sorry.

Your breakup sounds

like it was really bad.

[laughing]

Who said anything

about a breakup?

Well, I just assumed.

I mean, usually,

after a bad breakup,

people are afraid

to fall in love again.

True.

Hold that thought.

Look, sometimes,

a breakup only happens because

people are afraid to stay in love.

I never doubted my love

for Josh. I still love Josh.

I just can't give him

what he wants.

- Like what?

- Like marriage.

That's not something you want?

No, of course it is.

But why rush?

You know, marriage just makes

everything seem so serious.

You said you'd been together

three years? Seems serious to me.

[chuckling]

Yeah, but it gets

really serious

when you're married

and living together,

and then next thing you know,

you're having

your first argument

about who unloaded

the dishwasher last,

and then whose sibling

is going to be

the first godparent

to your firstborn.

That's oddly specific.

I've had some time

to think this through.

Fair enough.

But don't you think

that part of the reason

that your relationship

didn't work out

is because you were afraid

of what might happen if it did?

Why would I be afraid?

Sometimes when we lose people

we love, it can be scary.

No. No, I just think our lives

are not matched up.

It's that

heartbreakingly simple.

Nothing is ever that simple.

How did you do this?

How are we talking

about my love life again?

- Call him.

- Fine.

Fine.

Now, what's next on your list?

Next thing on the list,

caroling.

I actually found a group online

that's going tomorrow night.

And out of all the things

on this list,

please don't make me go alone.

I've been told

I have an angelic voice.

[indistinct PA announcement]

- Hi, Josh! Happy Holidays!

- Happy Holidays, Stacy!

Let me guess, an early Christmas

present for Dr. Morgan?

Uh... Actually--

- I'll make sure she gets it.

- Hey, Dawn. Good to see you.

It's good to see you too, Josh.

Stacy, can you put that behind the desk,

I'll grab it at the end

of my shift, okay?

- Of course, Dr. Jackson.

- Do you have a second to chat?

[sighing]

- We gotta make it fast,

I got 15 minutes and a Cubano

sandwich with my name on it.

Literally, the people here

are ruthless.

I really appreciate you

getting that box to Ally.

I was gonna drop it off

at her place,

but I wouldn't want

to interrupt her with anyone.

Interrupt her with anyone?

I saw her

at the Christmas tree lot.

She was buying a Christmas tree.

She never gets a tree.

So, you didn't want

to interrupt her with a tree?

She wasn't alone

when I saw her,

she was with some...

extremely good-looking guy.

That smile...

Oh, yeah, you mean Gabe.

Wow, so she's

moved on already?

Where did she even find

this guy, a cologne ad?

Okay, I can't get

in the middle of this,

you know that, because Ally

is my best friend.

I know, I'm sorry.

I just...

But... between us,

as far as I know, there's nothing

romantic going on between them.

But if there were,

you already made that decision

when you walked out

of that restaurant!

What decision, Dawn?

I was just looking

for a little balance!

Balance and Ally

don't go together.

You and I know that

better than anyone.

I also know it's not healthy for

her to never take any time off.

Everybody needs a break.

- I agree.

- Exactly.

And I want to be

in a relationship

where both people are fighting

to make it work, not just me!

Maybe I'm foolish

to think she'd change.

Well, hey, she did buy

a Christmas tree, didn't she?

[man over PA]: Dr. Jackson

to the nursing...

Ugh, already?

I gotta go.

The new nurse, Zeke,

doesn't know how to put vitals

in the computer yet.

- Thank you, thank you,

for talking to me.

I know how much you love Ally,

and I'm really glad she has you.

I love you both.

Take care of yourself.

Let's go. Come on.

[bright music]

Ugh!

Okay... Whoa!

[phone ringing]

Oh!

Okay, okay...

Okay...

Ah!

Ha! Looking good, Ally!

Need any help here?

Oh, I'm good. I'm good.

[indistinct chattering]

[phone ringing]

I thought you could use

a little pick-me-up.

Oh, wow. Thanks, Maureen.

Mmm, it smells incredible.

Mm... Oh, that's delicious.

What is in that?

Just lots of love.

And sugar, there's lots

of sugar in there.

[laughing]

Is there anything else?

No, thanks.

Actually, can I ask you

a question?

Oh, of course.

Do you think people

can really change?

I think that's one of the best

things about humanity.

Every moment is a gift,

a second chance to be the best

version of yourself.

I don't think people can change.

I know they can.

[soft music]

[indistinct chattering]

[woman]: It was nice to see you!

Have a good one.

Merry Christmas!

[sniffing]

Mm.

[clearing throat]

Excuse me.

Maureen?

I knew you couldn't resist

a hot chocolate.

With peppermint, please,

and extra marshmallows.

Oh...

Is everything okay?

- Oh, yeah.

Just checking up on you

and just seeing

how everything's going.

Fantastic, actually.

Yesterday, Ally and I were

making cookies.

Well...

I was making cookies.

Ally was sitting there

pretending to help me.

[laughing]

I guess you had to be there.

Well, I'm glad to hear

that you're making progress.

But please don't forget

that we can't stay

past Christmas.

That's not an option.

Why would I stay

past Christmas?

I just told you, everything's

moving along quite well.

Remember, it's good to be

generous with your love,

but be careful with your heart.

No matter how much you grow

to love it here,

this is not your home.

Maureen,

would I be having

my halo polished

if I wasn't planning

on returning ASAP?

That thing was starting

to turn green.

Thank you.

Mm.

So, what did he say?

- Who?

- Josh.

You called him, right?

- I did.

And it went straight

to voicemail.

Well, did you leave a message?

If you count panicking,

dropping the phone,

and then hanging up

with my foot, then yes, I did.

[laughing]

But in my defense,

he hasn't called me.

So I think it was actually

a pretty big move on my part.

I'm proud of you.

Are you excited for caroling?

I am. I used to go

with my mom.

Was she a good singer?

She was.

What about you?

Any caroling experience?

Oh...

I leave the singing

for the choir.

I play the harp.

You play the harp?

They say I'm pretty much

a pro.

[laughing]

No big deal.

Oh, there we go.

There you go.

Thank you.

[joyful Christmas music]

I could've sworn

they said 9 p.m.

Could you hold this for a sec?

And it's cancelled

because of the snow.

Huh.

Well...

That doesn't mean you and I

can't still go caroling.

I'll bet the weather is going

to clear up any moment.

[wind howling]

I'm freezing. Can we go?

Come on, now.

Just because the Noel-it-All

is cancelled,

and there's a giant storm

coming through,

doesn't mean that we

should just give up.

I think that's exactly

what it means.

Mm.

Follow me.

But...

[sighing]

[soft music]

Nothing beats Christmas

In a small town

Streets full of shoppers

Snow on the ground

Town Square red and green

Stock full of life

Yes it's just

as good as it sounds

Nothing beats Christmas

in a small town

[applause]

Everybody, give it up

for Joey,

visiting us all the way

from Albuquerque, New Mexico.

What a decent rendition

of a beautiful classic.

How's everybody doing out there?

Let's keep this show moving.

Coming up next to the stage,

we have...

Ally Morgan.

Ally Morgan, come on up.

- Wait... How is that possible?

- I know a guy.

Don't worry.

It's just like caroling,

just alone,

in front of an audience.

What?! No. No, absolutely not.

I am not going up there.

- Ally Morgan?

Is that you back there?

Get on up here!

[crowd cheering]

That's your cue.

Okay, but no.

No, if I'm going up there,

you're going up there.

- No, you know I just haven't

warmed up my fingers yet.

Look, there's an extra guitar.

You said you played.

- The harp.

- There's string on it.

How different could they be?

I don't know. Just, look...

Something has been a little bit

off for me today,

and I just don't know how well

I'd perform right now.

[laughing]

- Please!

Please don't make me

go up there alone.

Please?

- Okay.

- Okay?

- Let's go.

[applause]

Can he use the guitar

in the next song?

- Absolutely.

- Perfect.

- Here you go.

- Thanks.

Godspeed.

By the way, what song

did you sign me up for?

Don't worry, you'll love it.

[sighing]

[soft music]

[gentle guitar melody]

The first Noel

The angels did say

Was to certain

poor shepherds

In fields as they lay

In fields where they

Lay keeping their sheep

On a cold winter's night

That was so deep

Noel Noel

Noel Noel

Born is the King

Of Israel

[soft music]

Give it up for Ally Morgan

and her guitar player.

Great job, guys. Thank you.

Off you go. Thanks so much.

[applause]

I'm your host, Angelina.

We're going to take

a brief intermission,

but before we do, I have a few

quick announcements

to the owner of a sled

with a red-nosed reindeer,

you left your nose light on.

[crowd]: Aw.

[laughing]

[man]: Good one!

[soft music]

Perfect. Now, just add

a new column.

Great! And you just successfully

created a spreadsheet.

Wow! You're a great teacher.

And I should know.

Yeah, well, you make it easy.

Why did you stop teaching,

anyway?

Oh, I didn't.

I might not be teaching

in a school right now,

but teaching is a calling.

You never really stop.

Wouldn't you agree?

- Huh... Yeah.

I used to think that,

but you know, life happens.

What happened to your life?

I was...

two semesters away

from finishing my masters

when my little brother

got laid off

a week after he found out

he was having a baby.

So, this job offer came along

and it felt like a sign,

and I made a sharp turn

into advertising.

Planning to only work here

for a year to help Seth

and my sister-in-law

get up on their feet.

That was very selfless of you.

Oh, he would've done it

for me.

Anyway, somehow,

a year turned into seven.

[chuckling]

You know, it's never too late

to take another sharp turn.

Oh...

[scoffing]

I've put so much time

into this job,

I'd be lost if I had

to start over.

Well, sometimes,

you have to get lost

to find the path that you were

meant to be on.

Well, it's getting late.

I'd better let you get going.

Yeah. Got a big day

with the niece tomorrow.

Better get some rest.

Hey, thanks for the chat.

You always give the best advice.

Of course.

Oh, by the way,

have you heard from Ally?

Nope.

All signs are pointing towards

that not working out.

I'm sorry to hear that.

But you know,

signs can only point

in the direction

that humans place them.

Have a good night.

[hubbub]

Wow, you are a very impressive

Yule log decorator.

You should see macram

Christmas ornaments.

Ha!

Shall we?

- Ally!

- Ah! Michaela!

I've missed you so much.

Ah, and somehow, you've grown

since the last time

I've seen you.

Hey.

It's... it's good to see you.

Hi.

It's really nice to see you too.

And you made a Yule log, wow.

Believe it or not,

I am trying to get better

at enjoying the holiday season.

That's great, Al.

[clears throat]

Oh, of course. I'm sorry.

Uh, Josh, this is my friend

Gabe. Gabe, Josh.

Hi.

I love your Christmas

ornament.

Thanks! Uncle Josh

just got it for me.

I almost chose a stegosaurus

in a Santa hat.

But I like the angel more.

You have very good taste.

Well, we don't want

to keep you guys.

It was good seeing you.

[woman, on loudspeaker]:

Alright, everybody.

It's that time!

We'll be starting our annual

wreath-making contest

in five minutes.

So, if you signed up,

please head on over.

Uncle Josh, it's time!

Ally, are you going to stay

and cheer Uncle Josh and me on?

Please!

- We should stay, Ally.

Maybe I'll sign up.

Oh, adults don't usually

compete on their own.

It's more for the kids.

Somebody sounds scared.

Feeling a little rusty?

Well, I can't say I've ever

made a wreath before,

but I'm not too

worried about it.

Well, I hope this goes better

than that 2003

sledding competition

where you broke your arm.

What?! You...

You told him about that?

Uh, I don't think so.

Uh, really, we should get going.

No, trust me,

this is going to be

a lot of fun.

I'm gonna go sign up.

May the best man win.

[chuckling]

On your marks!

Get set...

Go!

[indistinct cheering]

[Ally]: Woo! You got this!

[Josh]: Oh, this is perfect.

Yes!

Okay, you grab it.

Michaela! Woo!

[indistinct chatter]

[laughing]

We should put

the angel on top.

[cheering]

[bright holiday music]

[Michaela]: Come on, hurry!

[Ally]: You got this!

Come on, get the ornament!

Is that Santa?

Only ten seconds left,

everyone!

[cheering]

[bell ringing]

And that's time!

[cheering]

Hands up, pine cones down.

[soft music]

Scores are in and the winning

team this year is...

Michaela and Josh

with their angelic wreath.

[cheering]

- Thank you so much!

- This is for you.

Thank you. That's alright!

Michaela!

First place, good job!

Yeah, what I never told you

was that all those nights

you were working late,

I was actually sneaking off

to practice

my wreath-making skills.

Good job, Gabe.

Yeah, hope you had some fun.

No.

Not at all, actually.

I've no idea what happened.

Wait, Gabe, what happened

to your hand?

Huh? Oh.

Looks like you must've

scraped it

on a pine cone or something.

What is that? What?

I would go get that

checked out.

You don't want it

getting infected.

There's a first aid

table right over there.

No.

It's nothing.

I didn't get a pine cone.

In your dreams.

It probably wouldn't hurt

to get it checked out.

Ally, are you coming

to Christmas Eve this year?

You said you were definitely

coming this year.

Remember?

I wish I could,

but I'm working.

Well, we should get going.

Michaela and I have a ton

of cookies to bake.

I hope you have a great

Christmas, Ally.

I hope you do too.

By the way, he's just a friend.

[soft music]

Come on.

[Santa]: Merry Christmas!

[children laughing]

Gabriel!

Okay, if you want

to go this way...

Maureen?

Hello, Gabriel.

Hey.

I thought that was you

on the loudspeaker.

What are you doing here?

I needed to talk to you

and you already went

ice-skating. Okay!

Good. I need to talk

to you too.

You know, lately,

my powers have been

acting a little weird.

First, when I tried to change

the weather for caroling.

And then, today...

Look at this.

At the wreath-making contest.

Whoa. Who knew wreath-making

was such an extreme sport.

I didn't even know

I could get hurt.

Do you know what's going on?

- Well, think about it, Gabriel.

What makes an angel

lose their powers?

I don't know!

It's never happened

to me before.

Your powers only work when you

use them in a selfless manner.

Are you?

It must just be a glitch

or something.

I also wanted to remind you

that we're leaving promptly

Christmas Day.

I hear you.

Nice ears.

A little ticklish.

[Gabe laughing]

[indistinct chattering]

- Oh, hey. Let me see.

- Mm.

Good.

And you got a candy cane

for being such a good patient.

This is incredible.

[clattering]

[crowd murmuring]

Sir, sir!

Sir, it's gonna be okay.

[man groaning]

It's gonna be okay.

What happened?

[speaking in foreign language]

What? I don't understand.

[speaking in foreign language]

He's saying

his blood sugar's too low.

Okay. Here. Sir, eat this.

[speaking in foreign language]

He's gonna be fine.

Go find some juice

or anything with sugar in it.

- I'm on it.

- Sir, it's okay, just breathe.

You're gonna be okay.

You're gonna be okay.

Just breathe.

[indistinct chattering]

You were amazing back there.

Me? I'm still shocked

that you knew how

to speak Portuguese.

Just something I picked up

along my travels.

Is everything okay?

Uh, yeah, I'm okay.

It's just...

That scene back there

just brought up some stuff

that I hadn't had

to think of for a while.

Your parents.

Yeah.

They died in a car crash

when I was eight years old.

And...

the other driver fainted

because he had low blood sugar.

I can't even imagine.

I am so sorry, Ally.

It was the worst

Christmas ever.

So much weight.

So much weight.

What a challenge

for someone so young.

But look at you.

Look... at the life

that you have created

for yourself.

[chuckling]

All on your own.

Well, not all on my own.

After the crash,

I moved in with my grandmother.

My life has consisted

mostly of...

frozen dinners and work,

until I met Josh.

He convinced me to move into

my grandmother's house

and make it my own. And...

...finally sit down

for a home-cooked meal.

He showed me what I needed

without me even knowing

I needed it.

Twice in one week.

How lucky am I?

Dr. Winchester,

what are you doing here?

I pulled over when I saw

the ambulance,

but they told me

everything's been taken care of

by a Dr. Morgan.

Why am I not surprised?

Well, we were just here.

It was nothing.

Nothing?! She was amazing.

I don't doubt that

for a second.

Wait, aren't you supposed

to be in Palm Springs right now?

There were a few hiccups

with the sale of my practice,

so I delayed the trip.

I'm George Winchester,

by the way.

Gabe. Nice to meet you.

- Have we met before?

- I don't think so.

Although, I have been told

I have a familiar face.

So, how does it feel

to finally have some time off?

It was tough at first,

but... I gotta say,

I'm enjoying it.

- Hmm!

- I've also decided

to pick up a couple shifts

in the ER each week.

It's hard to leave

patient care for a desk job.

I was never able to do it.

When's your next shift?

- Christmas Eve.

- Christmas Eve?!

You're young! You should be out

celebrating with friends,

not pulling an all-nighter.

What can I say,

I'm my father's daughter.

Well, your father

always prioritized

time with family over work.

He'd arrange his schedule

like crazy

so he never missed

a Christmas with you.

Made all of us doctors

appreciate the work-life balance

a bit more too.

Let an old man with nothing

to do cover your shift.

- Really?

- Absolutely.

And then, you two can spend

Christmas Eve together.

- That's very nice of you.

- But one condition.

What's that?

Think about whether

this promotion

is actually what you want.

I promise.

Then, it's settled.

Nice to see you, Ally.

- Nice to see you.

And it's nice to finally

meet Ally's boyfriend.

[chuckling]

- Oh, uh...

- It's nice to meet you too.

- Take care.

Okay, so why am I here?

It sounded serious on the phone.

Wait, did you and Gabe elope?

No! Not even close.

I wanted to be the one

to tell you in person,

that I turned down

the promotion.

- Ah, thank goodness!

- What?!

I knew you wouldn't be happy

in a desk job.

You're meant to be

with patients.

Why didn't you say anything?

I tried. You needed to realize

that on your own.

Yeah.

Okay, well, that's enough

about me. How are you?

Good.

My brother is in town.

We're gonna volunteer down

at the soup kitchen together.

He does it every year.

- Hmm.

- What?

Just say it.

Josh volunteers there

every year.

I've never seen you

this distressed.

Josh is such a good guy.

- Yeah.

But speaking of Josh...

He brought this.

- Wait, you saw him?

How did he look? Sad?

[chuckling]

Wow, this is really light.

For a three-year relationship,

I sure didn't leave much behind.

It's weird. I always told Josh

that I didn't want

to get married

because I was waiting

for my schedule to change.

That makes sense.

I mean, you were working

almost all overnights.

Yeah, but now, I realize

that was just an excuse.

I love him so much

and I want to marry him.

I just...

I'm scared.

Ally.

Josh loves you so much.

Just call him.

Please.

[laughing]

Josh, anything you need,

we're here for you.

Hey, thanks, guys.

[jazz music]

You know, I've been

meaning to ask you

for a new book recommendation.

Oh, ah! I'm actually

re-reading A Christmas Carol.

Scrooge? Misunderstood.

In many ways,

he actually inspires me.

- Really?

- Seriously, yeah.

I mean, he starts out

bitter and greedy,

and in a matter of days,

he totally transforms.

Dickens has this great line,

he says,

"He became better

than his word."

And at this time of year,

isn't that what we're all,

you know, striving for?

Okay, you've convinced me.

So how's work?

Got any big projects coming up?

Yeah. A big campaign

for a new high-end

dog clothing line.

Wow. That's great, Josh.

Doggies gotta stay

fashionable.

No, no. It's pointless.

I mean, don't get me wrong,

who doesn't love a golden doodle

in a teddy bear costume?

- So cute.

I'm not passionate

about my job. Ally's right.

Have you heard anything

from her

since you ran into each other?

No. Nothing.

I'm sure she's having tons

of Christmas fun

with Gabe.

Didn't she say Gabe

is just a friend?

Well, of course she did.

What was she supposed to say?

Before your fight,

wasn't Ally telling you

how in love she is with you?

Well, yes. But it obviously

wasn't enough

to fight for our relationship.

I mean, she wouldn't even

come to Christmas Eve.

That is not a lot to ask.

Maybe not to us.

Christmas is some of the best

memories from my childhood

and yours. But for Ally,

it's some of the worst.

You're right. I should've been

more sensitive to that.

And she's right. I've been

putting my dreams to the side.

But you know what?

That ends now.

It's time to make a huge change.

A huge change?

What's that mean?

It's time for me to become

as good as my word.

Man, it's slow,

even for Christmas Eve.

Can I have my jacket?

I'm gonna take ten.

Of course.

Thanks.

Oh, hello.

Maureen.

Happy Christmas Eve.

Peppermint hot chocolate?

Absolutely.

Ooh.

- There you go.

So, how are things

with Ally?

Not great.

I hate to say it,

but I don't think it's gonna

work out with her and Josh.

You seem devastated.

They're clearly not meant

to be together.

She passed on the promotion

and she's going to work

back in the ER.

- Is that so?

- Mm...

You know, I think

that my mission

was actually just to get Ally

in the Christmas spirit.

Which I've done.

- Great.

We leave tomorrow morning.

Maureen.

I've decided to...

continue my stay

through Christmas

and continue

my relationship with Ally.

I told, that's not an option.

I don't care if I'm stripped

of my wings.

Or if I lose all

of my abilities.

I am willing to sacrifice

whatever I must...

for Ally.

Giving up all your gifts

that allow you to help

thousands of people

in order for you to pursue

an unattainable relationship?

Tell me, is that a sacrifice

that comes from a place of love

or a place of pride?

We have an undeniable

connection between us.

What am I supposed to do?

Walk away from that?

- My sweet Gabriel.

There's no doubt

that there is a connection.

But that's not why you're here.

Your purpose is to help Ally,

not fall in love with her.

I knew you wouldn't

understand.

I've had my fair share

of ups and downs.

I'm telling you right now,

to open your eyes.

- To what?

- To what's in front of you.

Do you think it's a coincidence

that Ally keeps

running into Dr. Winchester?

Sometimes, a coincidence

is just that.

We both know

that that's not true.

We are constantly being

presented

with unexpected opportunities.

What opportunities?

Dr. Winchester sold

his practice already.

Did he?

I think you're so

wrapped up in your emotions

that you forgot to listen.

Doesn't matter.

There's nowhere Ally

would rather work than the ER.

I'm not so sure about that.

And how do you think

she'll react

when she finds out

what you do for work?

When she learns the truth?

Your mission is not complete.

And it won't be until

you accept the truth.

It's not you that Ally loves.

[chuckling]

Wrong.

[hubbub]

[Santa]: h*, h*, h*!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas, children!

[chuckling]

Merry Christmas! h*, h*, h*!

[soft Christmas music playing]

Merry Christmas!

[phone ringing tone]

The number you have reached

is disconnected.

[dial tone]

Hey, Mrs. Blake.

Hello, Ally.

I just came to drop

your tote off.

Oh.

Wow! Christmas decor and music.

Someone's mixing it up.

It was my dad's

favorite album.

Hmm. My daughter's too.

Used to play it for her

when she was a baby.

Elvis could always

get her to stop crying.

You have a daughter?

Mrs. Blake?

I did.

She passed away some years ago.

I am so sorry.

I had no idea.

I never talk

about her to anyone.

I figure, less people know,

the easier it is.

Well, if you ever do

wanna talk about her,

I'd love to listen.

I lost my parents

when I was young,

so I know how lonely

it can be.

Oh... Ally.

I think I may have

misjudged you.

There's just

something about you that...

- Reminds you of her?

- No, it's not that.

You remind me of the person

she could've become.

I think your parents

would be very proud

of the woman you've become.

Thank you.

Merry Christmas.

- Merry Christmas.

So, did you get a tree-topper?

An angel, perhaps?

- They were all out.

I used to have one around here,

but I can't find it anywhere.

But I thought you didn't

own any ornaments.

It's actually the one thing

I kept of my parents.

Every year, Josh would make me

throw it up on

one of my houseplants

just so that the place

wasn't entirely

devoid of Christmas cheer.

[chuckling]

Okay.

We are done.

You think your parents

would like it?

I know they would.

Now, we just need

some presents.

How about this?

Oh, that's just a box

that Josh dropped off

at the hospital.

It's a box. It'll do.

You just gotta wrap it up.

[laughing]

Actually, you know what,

I think the tree-topper

might be in here.

[soft music]

There it is.

- Beautiful.

My parents.

All he ever did was love me.

I'm sorry.

You are the most determined

woman I have ever met.

If you want something,

go and get it.

No. No, it's too late.

It's never too late

for a Christmas miracle.

He deserves someone better.

Someone who will make ornaments

with him

and go to his family's house

for dinner.

And maybe the old Ally

wouldn't have done either.

But the Ally I know, would.

He didn't even give me

his number.

Then, maybe you do it

the old-fashioned way.

Everyone loves a grand gesture.

Oh, what if he doesn't

want to see me?

Ally...

There is no one

in the whole world who wouldn't

be thrilled to see you.

[Gabe sighing]

This last week with you...

...has been one of the best

in my whole life.

And selfishly,

I want to hold on to that.

But it's time for you to take

this next step on your own.

Uh...

I don't know what to say.

This week has been

so special to me.

And...

I wouldn't have been able

to do any of this without you.

Yes, you could.

You did.

And you deserve to be happy.

You do too.

Are you busy next week?

Could I take you for lunch

and let you know how it went?

Uh...

I'm leaving town tomorrow.

For how long?

Will I ever see you again?

I guarantee it.

Thank you.

For everything.

I know I might not have it all

figured out yet,

but I know I can make it work.

Sometimes,

the answers

are right in front of us.

We're constantly being presented

with unexpected opportunities.

You sure have been running into

Dr. Winchester a lot lately.

Yeah. Well, that's...

just a coincidence.

Ah...

I don't believe in those.

[soft enchanted music]

[joyful Christmas music]

[indistinct chattering]

[soft music]

[indistinct chattering]

- Hi.

- Hi.

I tried calling.

Your phone was disconnected.

Yeah, the agency doesn't

let you keep your company phone

after you quit.

What are you talking about?

You were right.

I wasn't passionate

about my career.

I'm going back to UVM to finish

my degree and start teaching.

Josh, that's amazing.

And I've already got

some job interviews lined up

for the fall, thanks to this

new friend at work.

She used to be a teacher, so...

How's that for a coincidence?

Yeah, there's no such things

as coincidences.

I am so sorry about everything.

I was scared with how much

I loved you,

and how much it would hurt

if I ever lost you.

You'll never lose me.

And I'm sorry too.

I always say that

I have no family.

That's not true.

You...

You are my family.

I never should've

made you choose

between me and your career.

I would gladly give up

all Christmases

and nights together if it meant

not having to live

one more day without you.

Well, you might not have to.

I spoke with Dr. Winchester,

and I asked him

what he thought about me

taking over his practice.

It's still really early

and we're figuring things out,

but it's looking promising.

Wow! Ally, that's...

Congratulations.

So, I'm assuming this means

you'll stay for dinner?

[laughing]

- Absolutely.

Oh, and I'm free tomorrow.

And the day after that.

[chuckling]

- Our first Christmas together.

- Our first Christmas.

I missed you.

[indistinct chattering]

[soft Christmas music playing]

[Josh]: Hey, Mom. Mom.

I'm sorry.

I should probably listen

to your guidance more often.

But I'm glad Josh and Ally

have their happy ending.

I'm pretty sure things

are going to get

a whole lot happier.

What do you mean?

I think we'll know soon.

How are you doing?

I'm okay.

But, man, I...

finally understand what all

those breakup songs are about.

Love hurts.

Just remember that time

heals all wounds.

I'm grateful for the time

we spent together. But...

Seeing Josh and Ally together,

it's clear to me that this

is how it's supposed to be.

I'm sorry I was harsh with you

the other day.

But I was scared that you

were going to make

an irreversible mistake.

But it might've been part

of someone's plan all along.

[soft music]

[sighing]

I guess there's only

so much guidance

I could give about human love

if I hadn't

experienced it firsthand.

The ultimate act of love

is to put aside pride

and giving everything

to the other person.

Which is exactly

what you just did.

I couldn't have done it

without you.

[indistinct chattering]

Now, who was this person

you fell in love with?

Uh, it was a very

long time ago.

Early Bronze Age, Mesopotamia.

Things were a lot different

back then.

Well, why don't we go grab

a peppermint hot chocolate

and you can fill me in?

Well, that story will have

to wait for some other time.

We're actually meeting

someone any second now.

[footsteps approaching]

- Hi, guys.

So, so sorry I'm late.

I didn't realize you can't ride

a bicycle on a freeway.

I know you.

[sighing]

You're the MC from the open mic.

Someone had to stop

you two from kissing.

It's so embarrassing.

That was my first day

on the job.

Angelina, right?

That's what it says

on my halo.

Well, you should've seen me

on my first day.

I put petroleum jelly

on my toast.

[laughing]

- Instead of in your car?

That's hilarious.

Gabe, you've graduated

to middle management.

And you'll be helping Angelina

with her first solo assignment.

This has everything

that you need

for your next mission.

Everybody, it's time.

[indistinct chattering]

[Josh]: Uh, everyone,

can I just have your attention

for a second?

There's something

I just wanna say. Uh...

Ally Morgan,

you've helped me

become the best version

of myself.

And I never want to spend

another moment without you.

Will you make me

the happiest

man on the planet...

[laughing]

...and become my wife?

[laughing]

- Yes.

Of course I will.

[soft music]

[applause, cheering]