Christmas Keepsake (2023)

[bunniefuu]

[Christmas music]

You okay, Grace?

Excited to finally see all this

snow?

Yeah.

I don't know about you,

but I am looking forward

to an authentic American

Christmas.

-Me, too. -[Tom chuckles]

I know it's a little scary

moving to a new place,

-but it's exciting too, right?

-Yeah.

[Tom] We're gonna get a fresh

start here.

I just wish we didn't have to

leave

before we could go to the

Christmas Fair.

I know, kiddo.

But once we get settled in,

I promise to make it up to you.

-You mean it? -[Tom] Yeah, of

course.

Look, you and I, we're juggling

a lot.

Moving to a new country,

moving into a new house,

it all adds up.

But we're gonna have a great

Christmas here.

And I, for one, promise

to only focus on the fun stuff

from now on. [chuckles]

What kind of fun stuff?

What if we dress up as elves,

and then, go and meet all your

new classmates?

-How about let's not.

-[chuckles]

All right, real one.

I think we should decorate the

new place.

Sounds good, let's do it.

Let's get this stuff inside.

It is cold!

[exclaims] Ooh!

[door closes]

All right, that is the last two,

and I made sure the basics were

in here already.

Hey.

What's up?

It just feels weird.

What does, sweetheart?

Being here without mom.

[sighs] Hey... you wanna know

something?

I don't think we are.

I think she'll be with us

forever.

Let's settle in.

We've got a big day of unpacking

tomorrow.

Come on.

[water splashing]

Thanks for the pancakes, Dad.

[Tom sighs]

Sorry, I could only find

buckwheat flour at the store.

Don't beat yourself up.

They were... unique.

At least, they're good for you.

So, what's the plan for today?

I don't know if you noticed all

these boxes over there,

but they need to be unpacked.

Think of it like opening

Christmas presents.

When you put it that way...

[chuckles] Hey.

Can't a dad be proud of his

daughter's accomplishments?

It's a participation ribbon.

Yeah, and I'm proud of you for

participating.

[Grace] It's so beautiful.

I've never seen real snow,

except for last night.

Go on.

Really?

You got 13 years of playing in

the snow to catch up on.

I can handle all of this.

Thanks, Dad.

Uh-uh. Have fun, but make sure

you put a--

A scarf. I know.

[chuckles softly]

[uplifting music]

[faint thud]

"How to have the best Christmas

ever..."

"You're going to need your

energy."

"Start with a cup of hot

chocolate

from the best place in town,

Luna's."

"Bake candy cane cookies."

"Say a prayer

at the nativity scene in town."

[chuckles]

"Pick out the best Christmas

tree

and craft your own ornament for

it."

"Finish up by going

to the Christmas candlelight

service

to see the tree lighting."

"These are all the traditions

that make our family special."

"I love my family."

"Merry Christmas."

If I just pull...

[sighs]

How's the unpacking going?

I think I need a break,

actually.

What's up, kiddo?

Look what I just found.

What is this?

It's a tin with a bunch of fun

family traditions.

Wow! That's...

This looks like a time capsule.

-Where did you find it? -It was

buried in the backyard.

Huh. Interesting.

I wonder who it belongs to.

Do you think they're missing it?

Well, no. Usually, when someone

buries something like this,

it's in hopes of giving whoever

finds it

a glimpse into the owner's life

at the time.

So, it's not like it's lost,

they left it there on purpose

for someone to find.

Lucky you!

-[chuckles] -That makes sense.

Still, wouldn't it be fun to

find out who it belongs to?

Sure, yeah.

But we don't know if they still

live around here.

Well, if we do all the things on

the list,

and the person who made it

kept up their traditions over

the years,

we're bound to run into them at

some point.

I don't know, kiddo.

We... We still have a lot to do

here.

Come on, didn't you just say you

wanted a break?

How about some hot cocoa?

[chuckles] That I did.

And you know I love hot cocoa.

All right, let's do it.

Oh, you sure you don't want

another buckwheat flour pancake

first?

-[Grace] No, thank you. -[Tom

chuckles]

[Christmas instrumental music]

It smells like heaven in here.

It really does, doesn't it?

[Elizabeth chuckling] Good to

see you again.

Thank you so much

There you go.

And dollar change.

By the way, the cup came from

here.

What's that, sweetheart?

-The cup from the time capsule.

-Oh, cool.

#Hi! On your count.

Thank you.

-Hi there! -Hi.

Place looks great.

It's like a Santa's workshop or

something.

You think so?

I will give the compliment

to my mom.

Decorations are all her.

Yeah, please do.

So, um, what can I get you two?

We're gonna have two hot cocoas

to go, please.

Darn... Um...

We just sold out, I'm so sorry.

-Aw. -I know, I'm so sorry.

It's our best seller and he just

got the last one of the day.

Must be one heck of a hot cocoa

to sell out before noon.

It's my fault.

I didn't order enough cocoa for

the week.

It's no one's fault, Mom.

I'm gonna replenish the stock

later today,

so if you guys come back

tomorrow,

I will have a cup with your name

on it.

Sounds good.

We'd definitely have to come

back tomorrow. Yeah?

-Yeah. -And what's your name?

-Grace. -I'm April.

You like Christmas, Grace?

It's only the best holiday.

-[both chuckle] -[Grace]

Presents,

tasty food and best of all...

-Christmas break? -Time off

school.

[all laughing]

Well,

in the spirit of Christmas,

here's a little something to

hold you off until tomorrow,

-on the house. -That's very kind

of you.

-Right, Grace? -Thank you.

You're most welcome.

I'd be in the back if you need

me.

So, I know we're out of what you

came for,

but anything else

I can get you while you're here?

Uh... Yeah, sure, I'll just grab

a latte. Thanks.

-[Elizabeth] Got it. -[Tom]

Thank you.

So... You're not from around

here, are you?

-What gave it away, the accent?

-[both chuckle]

All that, and it's a small town.

I'd remember if I'd seen you

before.

Oh, we just moved here,

actually.

[Elizabeth] Oh, then, welcome.

Let me guess, Australia.

Yeah, Sydney.

I've always wanted to go.

Oh, you should. You should.

Uh... It's really beautiful.

April and October, it's perfect

weather for me.

-Okay, spring and fall, noted.

-Yeah.

It must be a huge change to go

from hot and sunny

to freezing cold, huh?

Yeah, it's definitely different,

but in a good way.

You know I never understood why

winter got such a bad rep...

especially at night

when there's just this beautiful

delicate snowfall.

-It's just so-- -[both] Magical.

-[both chuckle] -[Tom] Yeah.

-Exactly. -[both chuckle]

Well, if you have any questions

about anything

while you're settling in,

you know where to find us.

-I'll keep that in mind, thanks.

-Done.

Oh, you made quick work of that

candy cane.

-I love Christmas. -[chuckles]

-Nice meeting you. -Elizabeth.

Tom. And my daughter, Grace.

And we will see you tomorrow

for take two of that hot cocoa.

-Sounds good. -Bye.

Bye! Next stop, cookie

ingredients.

[Christmas music]

[timer rings]

Yum! Those look t-a-s-t-y.

How long before we can dig in?

Uh, these are too hot,

but... boop, boop.

You can start digging around

these one now, they're good.

-[phone ringing] -Ooh.

I'll just be a minute.

Hello.

[Natalie] Mr. Jones.

I'm glad I finally caught you.

I've been trying to reach you

for days.

Yeah, yeah. Sorry about that.

We had a long journey,

but we got in last night.

[Natalie] Good.

Great, great. Listen.

I wanted to get in touch with

you

about the plan you drafted.

Perfect. Yeah, yeah.

Well, it's my daughter's first

Christmas here in America,

with real snow,

and we're really excited to...

I have some bad news,

unfortunately.

I don't think my team's gonna be

able to pull off

the backyard Christmas Fair

you wanted

in time for December 23rd.

Oh...

How come?

[Natalie] Well, mainly because

most of the vendors you

requested

are unfortunately already

booked.

Well, I would've reached out

sooner,

but we didn't even know if we'd

be here by Christmas.

Which vendors aren't available?

Well, the food truck,

the Santa sleigh, the reindeer

petting zoo.

So, pretty much all of them,

then?

[Natalie] There are some

jugglers available

if you want me to book them?

No, no, no. That's all right.

Um...

Oh, what about

the gingerbread bouncy castle?

Oh, the gingerbread bouncy

house.

[keyboard clacking]

It's not gonna happen.

[sighs]

Well...

what am I supposed to do?

Look, I understand how

disappointing

this must be to hear,

but this time of year is always

the busiest.

[sighs]

Look, Natalie, it's just...

I really need to make this the

best Christmas ever

for my daughter.

She's been through so much as

it is...

Well...

I have a lot on my plate,

so I shouldn't be committing to

this...

but I'll have a look at some

alternative ideas for you.

Really?

Thank you. Thank you so much.

My honest opinion

is that we won't be able to

execute what you want

in the time frame that you need.

My advice would be to scale it

down.

Way down!

Look, I really just want it to

be like home,

so if there's any way to make

that happen...

All right.

All right. But I'm gonna need

your help to narrow things down.

Are you free for the next few

hours?

Yeah, yeah. For this, I can be.

Let me call you back.

Alright, bye.

[phone beeps]

So...

Looks like I have to go work on

something for a few hours.

-Aren't you on Christmas break?

-[Tom] I am.

But it's not really for work,

but it is a special project.

Sorry for the mystery.

It'll all make sense soon,

trust me.

But just know,

that I wouldn't do it

if it wasn't very, very

important.

I can handle the decorating,

anyway.

It's the best part.

Tell you what...

Tomorrow, let's continue our

mission to figure out

who this mysterious time capsule

owner is.

What's next on the list, anyway?

The nativity scene.

Let's go to that,

and then swing by the cafe

afterwards.

Sounds great, dad.

You know, I'm the luckiest dad

in the world

to have such an understanding

daughter.

Love you. [exclaims]

[quirky mysterious music]

[joyful Christmas music]

[bell dinging]

[customer] Thank you.

Well, hello again.

These are for you and April.

I know you make cookies for a

living,

but I hope you still like them.

Aw, that is so sweet, literally.

They're also from my dad.

Speaking of your dad, where is

he?

He had to stay behind and work.

Oh, bummer.

So, what are you up to?

-Right now? -[Elizabeth] Mm-hmm.

Not much.

I don't really know anyone here

yet.

Well, unless you want to give me

a hand

in the kitchen with some scones?

-Really? -Mm-hmm.

If you like making cookies, then

this is just as fun.

Sounds way better than what I

was gonna do.

Which was what?

-Unpacking. -Ugh, no.

Come on, follow me.

[Tom] Hi all,

would any vendors be available

to work on December 23rd?

Grace, how are those cookies

coming?

Grace?

[light suspenseful music]

[bell chimes]

Hello.

Tom, hi.

Hi, hi. Is Grace here?

Yeah, she's just helping me with

some pastry prep.

[sighs]

Good. [chuckles]

Oh, I'm so sorry.

I thought you knew she was here.

I didn't until about ten minutes

ago.

But, thank you for keeping an

eye on her.

No problem at all.

Yeah.

[slow festive music]

Dad, I learned how to make

dough.

I left you a note.

That's not the same as talking

to me.

You can't just leave without

telling me where you're going,

especially, in an unfamiliar

place, okay?

I'm sorry.

I didn't want to interrupt you

while you were working,

so I thought a note would be

better.

Well...

That's very thoughtful of you.

But next time, just come and

find me, okay?

We need to communicate before

you go off and do something,

because it doesn't matter what

I'm doing,

I'll always, always be there for

you, okay?

-Yep. -Come here.

Love you.

Now, get your jacket on, okay?

Okay.

[Tom] Sorry about that.

I was, uh, just... a little

worried.

-I'm a dad, it's what I do.

-[laughs]

Now, what was all this about the

dough?

We were making raspberry scones.

No way!

It's my absolute favorite.

Mine, too.

[both chuckle]

You two sure are eager for this

hot cocoa!

Ah, Grace came by earlier to

drop off some cookies for us.

Oh, how thoughtful.

You've raised such a sweet girl.

Thanks, she really is.

[sighs] That's why I need to

keep track of her.

All right, we, uh... We better

take off.

Thanks again for watching her, I

appreciate it.

-Come on.

-[Grace] Thanks, Elizabeth.

Come back any time.

Two visits in one day, huh...

What?

Nothing. I just think it's nice

to see

some fresh faces around, that's

all.

Uh-huh.

And I did notice he's not

wearing a ring.

-[Elizabeth] There it is.

-What?

Mom, I see what you're trying to

do,

but you know I'm not really

looking to date, right?

That's what you always say.

I'm just focusing on me right

now.

You know, try to get through the

holidays in one piece.

I know this time of year is

tough for you,

but all the more reason to share

it with someone.

Plus, everyone knows, the best

time to find someone

is when you least expect it.

Yeah, I always thought the best

time to find someone

was when you actually wanted to.

[sighs] Well, sometimes, destiny

has other plans.

All right, all right, I won't

push.

I appreciate that.

For now, anyway.

What was that?

Oh, nothing. Nothing, dear.

Where did you get that old

thing?

You made that when you were six.

[Grace] Oh.

-I mean, it's kind of nice.

-[Tom chuckles]

Here it is, mum's angel.

[emotional Christmas music]

You know, when I was your age,

we had a very sparkly star

right at the top of our

Christmas tree.

And, uh, I remember thinking

that it was so bright

that if the light hit you just

right,

it would totally blind me.

[both chuckle]

Do you think we'll get some new

decorations for the house?

Well, I thought you wanted

to use the decorations from back

home.

I do.

It's just, if we're getting a

fresh, new start,

why not get some fresh, new

stuff to go along with it?

Yeah.

Well, there's already a lot of

change happening, Gracie.

It's nice to keep some things

the same.

Like this?

Yeah, see?

Boo-boo-boop.

Nostalgia's not so bad.

[chuckles]

I like this guy.

[Christmas glockenspiel music]

[knock on door]

Any new clues?

Not unless I get a match on this

handwriting.

Can I have a look?

Ah...

Hm... Pretty good penmanship.

Do you think it's a boy or a

girl?

Ah, it's tough to say.

I hate to interrupt the

investigative work,

but it's time for some sleep.

Do you think we can go to the

candlelight ceremony,

like it says in the time

capsule?

Yeah, yeah. I think we can work

that out.

-When is it? -December 23rd.

Oh.

-What? -[Tom] Well...

You know, that special project

I've been working on?

It is due on December 23rd.

But who knows,

maybe we'll have time for both.

But I don't want to

over-promise.

That's okay.

Still, I hope we find the time

capsule owner

before then, either way.

Oh, well, Gracie, we don't even

know

if they live in town any more.

I just think if it were mine,

I'd want it back, you know?

Even though I left it for

someone else to find...

It feels like something really

special got lost.

Well, if anyone can solve the

mystery, it's you.

'Cause I, for one, am glad

Detective Grace is on the case.

Hey.

Where's that newspaper article?

Yeah.

Hm...

How old does this boy look to

you?

[Grace] It's kinda hard to tell.

Yeah, but maybe, he's about the

age

of someone who might make a time

capsule, don't you think?

Definitely.

Do you think he'll be at the

nativity scene tomorrow?

Well, we'll just have to wait

and see.

Ah! On that note,

let's get some shut eye,

shall we?

All right.

-Goodnight, Dad. -Goodnight,

sweetheart.

-Sleep well, I love you. -Love

you, too.

[Tom] All right, there.

[bell chimes]

[festive guitar music]

Dad, look.

Do you recognize him?

Uh, no.

He was at the cafe yesterday.

He got the last cup of cocoa.

[chuckles] Don't worry, we'll

get ours right after this.

What I mean is, he got hot

cocoa,

now he's here.

Wait, you don't think that...

Hello everyone and welcome!

As some of you may know,

my family and I have been

planning

this nativity scene since I was

a kid,

but this year,

I wanted to do something extra

special.

[all applauding]

It's totally gotta be his time

capsule, right?

He clearly loves Christmas,

we'll have to talk to him.

[April] Yoo-hoo!

Oh, April! Hey! How are you?

I am well, dear.

Happy to see such a good turnout

here.

[chuckles] yeah.

[gasps] Did you say a prayer

yet?

As soon as we got here.

[chuckling] Good.

Is Elizabeth with you?

No, I'm afraid not.

She hasn't been to this for a

very long time.

She also had to open the bakery.

Oh, we're gonna be headed there

pretty soon,

right after we talk to...

Where did he go?

Where did who go?

You don't happen to know the man

that was speaking at the podium

before, do you?

David? David Smith?

I guess, you do.

Everyone knows David.

In fact, he used to live in your

house.

How do you know where we live?

-I have my ways. -Right!

Well, would you know how we can

get a hold of him?

Grace has a question she'd like

to ask.

Oh... Well, lucky for you I do.

He actually works at the

Christmas tree lot

just outside of town.

He's probably gonna be back

tomorrow afternoon.

Tomorrow? That's forever.

Well, anyway.

I'd better get back to the

bakery.

See you guys later?

Yeah, yeah. We'll see you there

soon.

-OK, Bye. -Bye.

Oh, well,

what do you think, kiddo?

Until we can visit the tree lot,

we may as well just move on to

the next thing on the list.

And what's that?

Making our own tree ornaments.

Maybe we'll catch this David

person at the craft store?

Yeah, worth a shot.

Come on, oof!

-[Grace] But first, hot cocoa.

-[Tom] Hot cocoa, okay.

All I'm saying is you should

think about doing it this year.

I just don't think I'm ready

yet, Mom.

Sweetheart, don't take this the

wrong way,

but you're never going to be

ready unless you push yourself.

I don't know, Mom.

I know you think you have big

shoes to fill,

but your father would be so

proud of you just for trying.

[Tom] Morning.

Sorry. We didn't mean to

interrupt.

[chuckles] It's fine.

-Hi. -Hi.

So, we are here for those famous

hot cocoas, please.

Oh, right. Yes, of course.

I'd better finish up the

cupcakes.

Cupcakes?

I could always use someone to

taste test the buttercream.

Go on.

-So-- -So, is everything--

[both laugh]

I was just gonna ask, is-is

everything okay?

Couldn't help but overhear a

little bit of that.

Yeah.

Yeah, um...

Well, not entirely. It's just,

my mom,

she, uh...

She wants me to say this speech

at the candlelight ceremony,

and I'm not particularly excited

about the idea.

Why is that? If you don't mind

me asking.

I mean, it's a long story,

but, you know,

this time of year is just a bit

bittersweet for me.

You don't like Christmas?

No, it's not that I don't like

Christmas.

-Um, it's just-- -[Tom] Hey.

I get it.

I don't have to know the details

to know that public speaking

is...

a little scary.

Totally.

[chuckles]

But when it comes to satisfying

a sweet tooth

on the other hand, I know a

thing or two.

Not to brag.

As promised and on the house.

Oh! Thank you.

Okay. Now, I understand.

This is a delicious hot cocoa.

-Glad you came back? -[Tom] Yes,

definitely.

You're not trying that without

me, are you?

Yours is right there.

-Yum! -You approve?

All right, kiddo. Let's go back

and do some crafts.

Crafts? What are you two making?

Christmas ornaments.

Wait, you make your own?

Well, this year, we do, yeah.

Wow, that's... that's really

nice.

Race you to the car?

Yeah, let's go.

Oh, oh! Thanks very much for the

delicious drink...

Elizabeth.

[whimsical music playing]

You almost done up there?

Almost!

Thanks for being patient,

sweetie.

I think I'm gonna make one for

David

to give back to him when we

return his time capsule.

Ah, that's very nice of you,

but we still don't know it's

his.

[Grace] Dad, come on.

-He drank the hot cocoa. -[Tom]

Mm-hmm.

He planned the nativity scene.

He works at the tree lot,

and we're living in his old

house.

The evidence all lines up.

Nancy Drew herself would be

impressed.

But would Nancy Drew have run

out of glue

halfway through the project?

What? You already finished the

bottle?

Hey, it takes a lot of glue to

stick

that many things together.

[chuckles]

But now I don't have any left

for the rest of the ornaments.

Huh...

[snaps fingers] Well, come here.

I do have to keep working on

this, but...

Yeah, I think I can take 20

minutes to go to the store

and pick up some more.

-Thanks, Dad. -You're welcome.

April!

Hi, neighbour!

So that's how you knew where we

lived.

Busted.

What a coincidence.

[April] No such thing as a

coincidence

in a small town.

That's something I'm becoming

quickly aware of.

How are you liking the place?

Oh, it's been great so far.

Still got a little bit...

Well, lots of unpacking to do,

but, uh, yeah.

It's slowly

starting to feel like a home.

I'm glad to hear it.

Well, if you ever need a cup of

sugar,

you know where to find me.

Thanks, April. I'm happy to have

a familiar face nearby.

Oh, Tom, dear...

I was wondering, are you and

Grace

around for dinner tomorrow

night?

Ah, it's very kind of you, but

we wouldn't want to impose.

Don't be silly. I'll be

slow-cooking a ham all day.

I usually go with turkey at

Christmas,

but this is my excuse to make

ham.

In that case, that sounds

lovely.

Can we bring anything?

No, just yourselves.

Well, my mum always taught me

never to arrive empty-handed.

Well, on second thought,

you could bring a dessert?

-Yeah.

-Maybe a holiday trifle

with cranberries and pecans?

That's... specific.

But if it's too much trouble,

I--

No! I've just... I've never made

it before.

Well if you swing by and see

Elizabeth,

I'm sure she can point you in

the right direction.

Thanks for the tip.

Of course. Well, I won't keep

you.

See you tomorrow.

Yes, we will.

What's that?

Oh, nothing, dear! I'm just

talking to myself.

Bye.

[festive orchestral music]

Barely moved in and you're

already decking the halls.

Priorities!

-Thanks. -Where's Grace?

Oh, she's just inside, finishing

some crafts.

What brings you around so early?

Well, my mom's opening up the

bakery today,

so she asked me to swing by her

place

to turn on the slow cooker.

But now that that's done, you

need a hand?

Sure. Yeah, thanks.

["We Wish You A Merry Christmas"

playing]

[Elizabeth] Not bad.

Yeah, I think we make a pretty

good team.

Thank you so much for your help.

Oh, I... I just remembered.

Uh...

Do you know how to make a

trifle?

I sure do, why?

Well, I ran into your mom

and she invited me and Grace to

dinner tonight,

and she asked me to bring a

trifle

-with cranberries and-- -Pecans?

How'd you know?

That dessert is my specialty.

Well... Really?

[laughs]

What?

I'm just wondering if April is

trying to play matchmaker.

Does she do that a lot?

No, no, not really.

But she told me to wear

something nice to dinner

tonight.

-And now I know why. -[both

chuckle]

But, no, I'd be happy to share

my recipe,

if you want it.

Yeah, that would be great,

because I am useless in the

kitchen.

Why don't you stop by the bakery

later,

just before I close up?

That sounds great.

Well, I'd better finish up out

here.

Um, I'll go see if Grace needs

any help with craft clean-up.

-Yeah, she'd love to see you.

-[both chuckle]

[sighs]

[exhales sharply]

[Grace giggling]

One, two!

[Grace and Elizabeth exclaiming]

[Elizabeth] It's on you!

Oh!

On the chest!

[Grace and Elizabeth chuckling]

I need a break.

Hey, which one? Blue or green?

I like the green one.

Dark green it is, thanks.

Are you getting ready for your

date?

Date! It's not a date!

Thank you very much.

No, Elizabeth is just helping

with the recipe for dessert,

so you and I can bring something

to dinner tonight.

-That's awfully kind of her.

-Mm-hmm.

[Tom] And when I get back, let's

go see David

and ask him about that Christmas

time capsule.

[bell chimes]

-Hey, Tom! -Hi.

I hope I'm not too early?

I can't believe

it is already time to close up.

The day has just flown by.

[Tom] Tell me about it.

The older I get, the more hours

feel like minutes.

You know, you add in an

international move,

the holidays, Christmas,

I feel like I can barely keep

up.

Anyway...

I thought I'd stop by here first

to see what I need to pick up at

the store for the dessert.

Nothing.

I went earlier.

Oh, you didn't have to do that.

Oh, no. Don't sweat it.

I had go get ingredients for the

bakery, anyways.

Oh... and your recipe.

-Right, thank you. -Mm-hmm.

Right.

Is my chicken scratch that bad?

No, no, it's not that.

It's just... How does one make

cranberry sauce?

You've never made it before.

It's a classic Christmas side.

Not in Australia, really.

I mean, we're more of a prawns

and oysters type people.

But if I want cranberry sauce,

I usually just buy it in a can.

You can't be serious.

Yeah... What?

Yeah, I like it in a can.

-Agree to disagree. -[both

chuckle]

-Since I'm-- -Look if you have

time...

-You go.

-Since I'm already here...

um... and you're the expert,

maybe, you can teach me how to

make this

'cause I am no Gordon Ramsay.

I was just about to say the same

thing.

I mean, if you have time, of

course.

Yeah, yeah.

Come with me.

Okay, so, it is a fairly simple

recipe.

The secret is orange zest in the

cranberries.

-Orange zest? -Mm-hmm.

So, what we're gonna do is,

we're gonna take a cup of water

and we're gonna add some orange

juice.

-Yes. -[Elizabeth] Yes.

And then, sugar.

-Sugar? -Mm-hmm.

We're gonna let it boil.

Then once it boils, we're gonna

add some orange zest

and cranberries,

and give it about ten minutes or

so,

-wait for them to burst...

-[Tom] Uh-huh.

Voila! Cranberry sauce.

Sounds pretty simple.

And trust me, you will never

reach for another can.

of cranberry sauce ever again.

Well we're gonna have to see

about that.

You're on.

How'd you get so confident in

the kitchen?

Uh, I think I get it from my

dad.

He taught me everything I need

to know about baking.

In fact, this trifle recipe was

originally his.

Well, this must be one special

dish, then.

You sure you're okay letting me

in on your family secrets?

-Yeah, I think so. -[both

chuckle]

Oh, I was meaning to ask you,

what made you move here to

Ashbury Grove?

We did a bit of a U.S. road trip

when Grace was a baby,

and I always had fond memories

of this place.

Yeah, there's just something

about this place, isn't there?

Sure is.

[both] Oh, oh!

[Elizabeth chuckling] Sorry.

I'll go get something to clean

it up.

You've ran this place a long

time?

Um...

Yeah, very long time.

I bet you got some good stories.

Yeah! Some not so good.

When my...

-Never mind. [chuckles] -[Tom]

No, no, what is it?

Uh... I don't really think

I should...

[chuckles nervously]

Come on, we're friends, aren't

we?

Right... Friends.

Yeah, so, let me be your friend.

I'm a great listener, and I

might just understand.

[Elizabeth] So, my dad, he...

he built this place when I was

little.

Even named it after our dog.

I grew up in that kitchen.

Um...

And then, when he... he got sick

right before Christmas,

he would come in everyday and

still bake with me,

even when he should have been

resting.

But there was no telling him

what to do.

Anyways...

Sometimes, when I'm working

during this time of the year,

it just brings it back, you

know,

like, the good and the bad.

Oh, I'm so sorry.

I didn't mean to dredge that up

for you.

[Elizabeth] No, no, it's all

right.

Actually, feels nice to talk

about him.

[Tom sighs]

Yeah.

I can relate, you know.

Grace's mum...

My late wife...

Yeah, she got sick a few years

ago

and passed away soon after.

And it was really hard to know

what to do.

'Cause I wanted to be a good dad

to Grace.

Protect her, keep her happy.

But... I needed time to grieve

as well.

Tom, I'm so sorry, that's so

tough.

Yeah, well it was tough.

leaving the home we all shared

together.

But we needed a fresh start,

and that is why we moved away.

My point is...

that kind of loss...

It isn't something that ever

gets better.

You know, it's just something...

[both] You have to live with.

Yeah, exactly.

[phone ringing]

Oh.

Gracie.

Oh, oh, slow down.

Yeah, um...

Okay, okay.

Leaving right now, see you soon.

Bye bye.

-Is everything okay? -[Tom]

Yeah, yeah, it's fine.

I just promised her we'd go to

the tree lot today,

and apparently, it closes in

half an hour.

You, you want me to finish the

trifle for you?

No, no. You've already done so

much.

Um, I can do it.

Yeah, pretty sure...

No, I can't do it.

If you wouldn't mind.

Consider it done.

Thank you.

All right.

So, we'll see you for dinner.

Can't wait.

I'm gonna get my jacket.

[Christmas bells music]

So, what did you end up making

with Elizabeth?

Well, she taught me how to make

cranberry sauce.

You mean, we're not having it

from a can this time?

I thought you liked that?

I do.

But I like trying new things,

too.

Well, guess what we're having at

April's for dinner tonight.

-What? -Your favourite.

Oh, unless your taste-buds have

evolved too much.

No way.

[singing] We're having

ham tonight

- We're having ham tonight

-[chuckles]

- We're having ham tonight -

We're having ham tonight

Yeah. [chuckles]

[Christmas orchestral music]

[Tom] You think we missed him?

[Grace] I hope not.

Wait! There.

-Sir, are you David Smith?

-I am.

I'm Grace and this is my dad.

We have something we think

belongs to you.

What... is this?

Um... you don't recognize it?

It's a time capsule...

with Christmas traditions.

We know this might sound a

little weird,

but we just moved into your

childhood home.

-Over on Walnut? -[Tom] Yeah.

Actually, Grace found this

buried in the backyard

and we thought it might be

yours.

Wow, I have a lot of great

memories

in that backyard...

but this isn't one of 'em.

You sure?

This definitely isn't my

handwriting.

I can tell because you can read

it.

Uh, you don't have any siblings?

-No. -[Tom sighs]

Well, if it isn't yours, then

whose is it?

I wish I could help you out,

but I honestly have no idea.

Merry Christmas.

Thanks for stopping by.

I hope you find whoever it is

you're looking for!

Have a great day!

Merry Christmas.

-[sighs]

-Back to the drawing board.

Yeah, looks that way, kiddo.

We didn't even get to pick out a

tree.

Yeah, I know, we'll have to come

back tomorrow.

Hey, let's map out our next

steps for this

time capsule mystery.

Okay.

[Christmas jazz piano]

Hi! Grace, don't you look

pretty.

[Grace] Thank you.

-Hi. -[Tom] Hi.

Oh!

-Ta-da. -Ooh, wow!

Like, I said, it's my specialty.

[April] Hi.

Thank you, Tom.

It looks delightful!

Almost as good as Elizabeth's.

-[Elizabeth and Tom chuckle]

-What?

Well, let's just say I had a

little bit of help.

-Oh! Come on in. -Thanks.

Jacket.

I thought we could share some of

the cookies you made, Grace.

Maybe, even sneak a bite before

dinner.

-[Grace] Yes, please. -[Tom]

Ooh!

Your tree looks amazing, Mrs.

Walker.

[April] Thank you! Call me

April.

Your tree looks amazing, April.

Much better.

Where did you get this?

Elizabeth made it when she was

about your age.

Maybe, a little younger.

Dad, you're not gonna believe

this.

[Tom] What is it?

Look familiar?

Actually, it does.

Wait, how did you make these?

Um, it's a funny story,

actually.

Wait...

Elizabeth, why are you asking

about these cookies?

These... these cookies taste

exactly,

like the ones I used to make

with my dad when I was little.

We used to put, like, every type

of candy in it.

-Even toffee bits and-- -Gold

sprinkles.

Yeah, that too.

Wait, how did you know that?

-[chuckles] -We found the

recipe.

What? Where?

Grace was playing in the yard,

she dug up an old time capsule

buried back there.

The recipe was inside.

What else is inside?

I'll go get it.

[Elizabeth] My dad and I made

this when he first got sick.

I've always wondered if someone

had found it.

Why would you bury it next door,

sweetheart?

I think it was the day that you

took dad to the hospital.

You left me with The Smiths for

the afternoon.

I don't really remember

everything.

[chuckles softly]

"These are all the traditions

that make our family special."

"I love my family!"

"Merry Christmas!"

Oh, this is... this is so

special.

Um, thanks you, guys. I...

I don't know what to say.

Sorry, I'm not usually a crier.

Hey, you don't ever have to

apologize for that.

[chuckles softly]

Thanks.

We're just glad it got back to

it's rightful owner.

Absolutely.

And we... I hope you don't mind,

but Grace and I have taken some

inspiration from it.

What do you mean?

Well, we've been

following some of the traditions

you wrote in that letter.

Oh, that's wonderful!

Isn't it, Elizabeth?

Yeah, that's great.

I mean, someone should, anyway.

So you've done everything

mentioned in Elizabeth's letter?

No, we haven't got a real tree

yet.

Or gone to the candlelight

ceremony.

-[Tom] Right. -Oh, well then...

You know, what we should do?

What?

We should all go together.

Maybe, Elizabeth might come and

say a few words this year.

Well, we really want to,

-but-- -No buts.

The whole town comes together to

take part.

I know you two haven't been here

long,

but you're basically part of the

community now.

Well, we would love to, but--

Well then, it's a deal.

-[chuckles]

-That sounds like a lot of fun,

but Dad's got a big project

that's due the same day.

I can't guarantee we'll make it.

Oh, that's too bad.

Well, in the meantime, if you

still need a tree,

you'd better go tomorrow.

I was thinking about getting

another myself.

Wait, another Christmas tree?

Small one for the foyer.

Oh, but I'm swamped tomorrow.

Elizabeth, would you mind going

for me?

You two could go together,

maybe grab some lunch?

What about the bakery?

I can close in the afternoon,

don't worry.

Grace can even come,

give me a hand.

I could always use a few extra

hands to knead the bread.

Yeah, that sounds awesome.

Hey! I thought you wanted to go

tree shopping.

It's okay. I've always wanted to

learn how to bake bread.

You two go together.

All right then, I'm game if you

are.

Sure.

[Tom] Alright.

Now who's gonna say Grace?

Me, obviously.

Would you like another helping,

Tom?

[Tom] Oh, April...

That was delicious. [chuckles]

Yeah, Mom.

You seriously outdid yourself.

Please, the slow-cooker did all

the work.

If you ask me, dessert was the

best part.

[chuckles]

[April] Well done, Tom.

Well, I can't take all the

credit.

Elizabeth did most of the...

[laughs]

She did all the work!

-It was all her. -[both chuckle]

So, what's the verdict?

You still a die-hard fan of

canned cranberry?

Okay, I have to admit it.

You might have converted me.

[gasps]

And I will say,

the orange, yes, it does add

flavour.

I don't wanna say, "I told you

so," but...

[Tom chuckles]

-Hey, Elizabeth? -Mm-hmm.

Will you come help me with this

for a second?

Duty calls, excuse me.

So, about earlier...

The holidays are a really tough

time for Elizabeth.

Oh.

Christmas used to be her

favourite holiday,

but since her dad passed away,

well, so did all their

traditions.

Still, I know how special that

time capsule is,

and how much it means to her to

go through it all again.

Even though the memories are...

bittersweet.

Well, I can only imagine

how hard this time of year is

for her.

For both of you.

Still, I...

I have noticed though

that her spirits have certainly

been lifted

since you've come to town.

Oh?

I don't know what it is that

you're doing,

but whatever it is, keep doing

it

because my daughter's happiness

means everything to me.

Well, I can relate to that.

I haven't seen Grace this happy

in a long time.

Look at her.

[April] It certainly

is a wonderful feeling, isn't

it?

As a parent to see your child

smile.

[Tom] It's been pretty rare

lately, to be honest.

Sorry... [chuckles] I don't mean

to overshare.

Tom, you're talking to a woman

who's seen it all.

This is a judgment-free zone,

trust me.

Well...

you know, moving to a new city

is one thing,

but moving to an entirely new

country,

that is a whole other can of

worms.

It is... It's been a lot for her

at once.

Well, big life changes can be

hard for kids her age.

That special project she

mentioned,

due on December 23rd...

It's for her.

I can't tell her about it

because I want it to be a

surprise.

Oh, well,

whatever it is, I'm sure she'll

be thrilled.

Well, the problem is...

not sure if it's gonna happen

the way I hoped.

I can't seem to find anyone

to set it up in such short

notice.

Oh.

Well, that's too bad.

The truth is, I just wanna give

my daughter

a great American Christmas.

She deserves it.

You're an incredibly thoughtful

father.

But can I share something with

you that I learned

a long time ago?

I'm all ears.

I used to be such a planner.

I would always have a plan B and

a plan C

just in case plan A didn't work

out.

But I was always so busy

thinking of every scenario that

could happen,

that I didn't allow myself

to actually

enjoy what was happening in the

moment.

[chuckles]

After Elizabeth's father passed,

well, it certainly gave me a new

perspective...

to soak up every part of life,

even the curveballs.

[April] So...

if things don't go the way you

hope with your plan,

just remember that

life has a funny way of working

things out.

And sometimes, where you wind up

is better than anything you

could have planned for.

Hey, Dad.

Can we put this on our tree

tomorrow?

Absolutely, as long as I get to

make some too.

Thanks, April.

-[phone ringing] -Oh.

Gotta take this.

I'll... I'll be right over,

kiddo.

Natalie, hey, everything all

right?

Well, depends on your definition

of the word.

I just spoke to the last few

vendors.

Let me guess, they're already

booked.

Actually, the opposite.

They're all in for your mini

Christmas Fair.

Seriously?

That is... That's amazing.

There is one teeny, tiny caveat,

though.

I won't be available to oversee

everything on the day of.

Which means...

you're going to have a ship

without a captain.

- Unless... -Unless what?

Well, you take it on.

It will mean a lot of work for

you

over the next couple of days,

but I don't know anyone else

who's available this close to

Christmas.

[Tom] What would I have to do?

Well, most of the prep work has

been done.

You'll have to finalize

the menu, contracts,

schedule, pay checks.

Oh! And make sure everyone knows

where to go on the day.

Well, uh, look...

If it means making this

Christmas

perfect for my daughter, I'll do

it.

Great.

Great., I'll send over the files

now. Talk soon.

Great, bye.

[phone notification rings]

[continues ringing]

Looks like it's gonna be a long

night.

You're still awake, Gracie?

Hey.

I think a congratulations are in

order.

For?

For solving the mystery of the

Christmas time capsule.

It felt really, really good to

watch someone

reunite with a treasure from

their childhood.

-It was pretty cool, wasn't it?

-Yeah.

Especially, since it was

Elizabeth.

[Tom] Yeah, it was pretty

amazing.

[sighs]

I think she was... she was very

touched.

Did you see the look on her

face?

I know you did.

[Tom] Uh... What?

-I think you like her. -[Tom]

What?

And I think she likes you, too.

What makes you say that?

You can just tell.

Or at least, I can.

Time for bed.

Hey, Dad.

Yeah.

It's okay with me if you do.

Like Elizabeth, I mean.

I know Mom would want you to be

happy.

Sleep tight, Angel.

[engine accelerating]

[yawns]

You get much sleep last night?

Not really, no.

I was up all night working on a

special project.

It's for Grace, actually.

Oh.

We used to go to this big

Christmas Fair back home.

And my plan is to surprise her

with a mini version of it in our

yard.

I might not have slept much,

but managed to sort through

everything.

It's amazing, Tom.

You know, Grace is lucky to have

a dad

that cares so much about making

Christmas special for her.

I can't believe it's only a few

days away.

Yeah, you know what they say,

"Time flies when you're--"

"Struggling to balance

everything."

Well, at least you're chipper.

-[Tom] You're not? -No, no, I

am.

Okay, you got me. But I am

trying, genuinely.

I gotta say, I know I have a

long ways to go,

but seeing that time capsule

again

made me remember how special my

holiday traditions were,

and it might not be so bad

to dabble in some light

Christmas spirit.

Baby steps, you know? But...

[chuckles]

Well I, for one, am very glad

you're here.

Because I know nothing about

real Christmas trees.

[Christmas piano music]

So, what do you usually look

for?

Uh, I honestly haven't really

thought about it.

I mean, like I said,

my tree knowledge is

significantly limited.

Hm, all right, let's do a quick

overview of Christmas tree 101.

-All right? -Mm-hmm.

There are five main types.

What, wait!

There are five main types?

Oh, yeah. Spruce, pine, fir,

cypress and cedar.

Are they really all that

different?

Tom, Tom, Tom.

First the canned cranberry sauce

and now this.

-Come on!

-No, a tree is a tree, right?

Look, all I'll say is that...

I'll know what I like when I see

it.

What about this one?

Oh, it's too short.

It'd be perfect for my mom's

foyer.

We should earmark it.

Oh, what about that one?

It's too tall. I wouldn't even

fit it through the front door.

Ah...

That's the one. Yeah, this is

it.

-Yeah. -Good choice.

Wow, look at that tree topper.

[Elizabeth] Oh.

[Tom] It looks just like the one

my family had when I was young.

I feel like I'm back in my old

living room.

You should totally get it.

It's so sparkly and dazzling.

Dazzling?

Okay, "dazzling" is admittedly a

bit much.

But seriously, you should get

it.

Yeah, I think I will.

Or not.

Oh, well, we brought another one

from back home.

[Elizabeth chuckles]

You know, Grace, her mum and I,

we always had synthetic trees.

But I have to admit,

there is something really

special

about the smell of fresh pine.

Mm-hmm.

It takes me right back to my

childhood.

Isn't it wild how some things

can just throw you back

to such a specific memory?

Yeah.

What's that look?

Nothing.

It's just, uh...

"It's just..."

I feel like ever since I've

gotten here,

it's just been one coincidence

after the other.

And I'm starting to wonder...

What?

What if moving here

next door to your mum,

finding the time capsule,

you and I meeting,

what if it was all...

Meant to be?

[Tom] Yeah. [chuckles nervously]

Yeah, meant to be.

I mean, how many things like

this have to happen

before we realize that

they aren't just coincidences?

-[church bells ring] -Ah...

Um... what time is it?

Uh, I think it's about three

o'clock.

We should probably get the trees

back

'cause I have to close up the

bakery after.

Yep. No, that sounds good.

[exclaims] It's perfect.

I knew you'd get a great one.

[Tom] So...

You ready to decorate this guy

or what?

Almost.

[Joy to the World playing on

radio]

[Grace] Now I'm ready.

[Joy to the World continues

playing on radio]

Angelic voices singing

Joy to the world

Joy to the Earth The Savior

reigns

Ah, good work.

So, are you gonna tell me what

this special project is?

Not just now.

But tomorrow, I will. I promise.

So, how is it going with you and

Elizabeth?

Well, things ended

a little weirdly today,

actually.

Did you tell her how you feel

about her?

No, not exactly.

All right, all right, I will

tomorrow.

Good.

-I love you, Gracie. -I know.

[chuckles]

[Christmas violin music]

Elizabeth.

Is now a bad time?

No. No, no, no. I've got a few

minutes.

Wow, you're really going all out

on your DIY Christmas Fair.

Yeah, yeah, just...

You know,

I want it to be perfect.

-So, I just-- -So, about

yesterday--

-You first. -Um...

I'm headed to the tree lighting

with my mom,

but I felt a bit off yesterday,

and I just wanted to explain...

-[phone ringing] -I...

Oh, I'm sorry.

I was expec-- um...

Yeah, please, just hold that

thought.

Yeah, make yourself at home.

Thanks.

Hello. Hi, Natalie.

Um... no. I haven't checked yet,

why?

What do you mean,

"Snowmageddon?"

Uh, they're out?

They're out, too.

Wait, what do you mean? They're

all out?

Um. Thank you for letting me

know.

Yep.

What was that all about?

Did you hear about this huge

snowstorm heading our way?

Oh, yeah, it's supposed to hit

the next town over,

so it should miss us.

Still, all the roads leading to

town are now closed.

-Oh, no, does that impact--

-Yeah.

Yeah, no one can make it.

I'm so sorry.

Yeah, I don't know what I'm

gonna do.

Can I help in some way?

No, no. Thanks for offering.

I'll make it work?

Anyway...

Now, what were you saying

before?

About yesterday?

Oh, no, that can wait.

But you're here now, so...

Um, I just, I don't know

if now is the right time.

I'll start then.

I thought we had something good

going on between us.

And I thought the feeling was

mutual.

No, there was...

There is.

But it felt a little bit awkward

at the tree lot.

Um, okay, it's just, well...

The stuff you were saying

yesterday...

about everything happening for a

reason...

it's a lot for me.

You know, it's just... it's the

holidays

and the family traditions...

it's hard for me to get through

every year.

Not to mention, you and Grace,

the bond you two share,

it reminds me so much

of my relationship with my dad.

And it makes me miss him

so much.

And getting to know you has been

so great...

But?

I'm scared.

Of what?

[Elizabeth] I'm sorry, Tom.

No. maybe you're right,

maybe this...

isn't the right time for this.

Look, isn't it beautiful?

Elizabeth.

Um, if it's okay with you,

I'm gonna skip the ceremony this

year.

I just need to take care of some

things at the bakery.

Bakery?

-Is everything okay? -Yeah.

Yeah, it will be. I just... I

need to be alone right now.

You sure?

Mm-hmm.

[Christmas piano music]

I know you said you wanted to be

alone,

but I think we both know I could

never do that.

I just wanted to see if you

needed a hand in here?

Maybe, someone to measure out

ingredients?

No, I got it covered.

Uh, you should go to the

ceremony.

I also wanted to see how you

were doing?

I've been better.

I take it things took a turn

with Tom?

What happened?

You know I don't like being

vulnerable.

When I feel exposed, I pull

back.

He told me he had feelings for

me.

And I wanted nothing more than

to say, "I felt the same,"

but I just... I froze.

I guess I'm scared.

To lose him?

Oh, Elizabeth,

I know it's not easy for you to

let people in.

I'm sure losing your father

at such a young age didn't help.

But being vulnerable is a part

of life, sweetheart.

You're never gonna get close to

anyone

unless you let down your guard a

little.

You know, you just have to ask

yourself

if the other person is worth it.

And even if it doesn't work out,

well, better to have loved and

lost

than never to have loved at all,

right?

You know, I've seen you grow

more

in the last week

than I have in the last year.

If you just push yourself

a little bit more,

I know you won't regret it.

Thank you, Mom.

Now...

I know how much you like to work

out

-your feelings with pastries...

-[chuckles]

But why don't you join me at the

candlelight ceremony?

It'll make your mom a whole lot

happier if we go together.

Um...

-I'll think about it. -[both

chuckle]

[uplifting music]

Dad.

Surprise!

Was this the project you've been

working on?

Ah, kiddo, I'm sorry.

It's not at all like I'd hoped

it'd be.

I wanted to give you a great big

Christmas Fair

like we had back home, but,

well...

-Weather took a turn and-- -Dad,

it's amazing.

I can't believe you did all this

by yourself.

You're not disappointed?

No.

This has been the best Christmas

yet.

Really?

Even though it's different from

back home?

Different doesn't mean bad.

I don't care what we do,

as long as it's together

'cause that's what really

counts.

Come here.

Besides, we got to try so many

new traditions.

We're basically Americans now.

[Tom chuckles]

It has been an adventure, hasn't

it?

Hey, speaking of new

traditions...

You wouldn't wanna go

to the candlelight ceremony,

would you?

I'll get my scarf.

All right, and mittens.

[crowd chattering]

[upbeat Christmas music]

Cheer up, buttercup.

It's the eve of Christmas eve.

Hm, On second thought,

let's not force it.

Look, have you thought any more

about saying a few words

for your father?

After all, he started this

tradition.

Sweetheart, I know your heart is

hurting.

But you're a tough cookie,

you'll get through this.

I mean, it's not like I have

anything prepared.

[April] It doesn't matter.

Just speak from the heart.

[breathes deeply] Take a deep

breath.

You've got this.

Okay.

[Christmas music]

Do you think we'll make it?

I honestly don't know, kiddo.

Well, we have to try.

Come on, I'll race you.

[Tom] Alrighty.

Hi, everyone.

I hope you're all having a great

holiday so far.

I just wanted to say a few words

before we continue on with the

festivities.

You know, I'm not much of public

speaker.

That was my dad's thing.

I've always had a hard time

saying things

when they really matter most.

But, um, here goes.

I was recently reminded

of how important it is to

maintain family traditions

with and for our loved ones.

In fact, it's those very

traditions

that make this time of year so

special.

I'd like to dedicate this year's

annual Christmas tree lighting

to my father.

He was a great man,

a family man.

And I miss him every day.

But I realized recently

that a part of him continues to

live in me

when I uphold our family

traditions.

So, with that,

I'd like to thank you all

from the bottom of my heart

for making this one so

memorable, year after year.

Merry Christmas.

[all applauding]

Well, that was, uh... some

speech.

It was beautiful.

Some might even say, vulnerable.

Well, it was a long time coming.

I just wasn't ready until now.

Grace, let's go look at this

magnificent tree, shall we?

-What? Oh, yeah. -Come on.

Uh, listen.

I need to come clean about

something.

Ever since my dad passed away,

I've been scared of losing the

people that I care about.

I thought if I didn't admit my

feelings for you,

it'd be like nothing ever

happened,

just go back to normal life.

But I don't think that's

possible anymore.

What are you saying?

I really like you.

And I think your daughter is

amazing.

And I'd love to see where this

goes,

if you're still open to it.

Most definitely.

-[chuckling] Really?

-[chuckling] Yeah.

[both chuckle]

I knew you liked her.

-[all chuckling] -It's okay.

-I like her, too. -[all

chuckling]

You're not so bad yourself,

kiddo.

[announcer]

Five, four, three, two, one...

" Joy to the world"

Oh!

Joy to the world

- Joy to the world -[all

cheering]

Joy to the world

[phone ringing]

Oh, I'm sorry, I have to take

this.

I will be right back.

Natalie, hi, I'm just out with

the family.

[Natalie] So that storm gave us

a bit of a scare.

But one of the roads opened

back up.

I can send the food truck,

reindeer and Santa on your way

now.

You know what?

That won't be necessary,

Natalie.

Let's let them go home

and spend time with their

families.

I'm actually creating a new

tradition as we speak.

And make sure they keep that

deposit.

Merry Christmas.

Joy to the world

Joy to the world

Everything okay?

Couldn't be better.

Joy to the world

The Savior reigns

Let all their songs employ

While fields and floods

Rocks, hills and plains

Repeat the sounding joy

Repeat the sounding joy

Repeat,

Repeat the sounding joy

[Christmas music]

You sure you want to put that

back in there?

This thing brought us together.

Imagine what it'll do for the

next people who find it.

Plus, I, uh, made a copy.

[all chuckling]

To memories.

Both the ones we've already

shared.

And the ones we haven't yet

made.

Hear, hear.

[Christmas music continues]

Can we go inside and bake

cookies now?

Last one inside is a rotten

eggnog!

Not going to be me!

We're right behind you guys.

There's just one thing

I need to talk to Tom about

first.

So...

I just want to thank you

for everything you've done for

my mom and me.

I could say the same thing to

you.

You've just been amazing with

Grace.

Merry Christmas, Tom.

I mean, I know you already have

a tree topper,

but I thought you'd appreciate

it.

-This is the sweetest thing.

-[Elizabeth chuckles]

You know what?

I'm gonna put up both of them.

A little bit of my old home

with my new home.

Sounds perfect.

How did you even get this?

I thought it wasn't for sale.

Well, I told David your story,

and he was so inspired,

he let me have it.

I don't know what to say.

It's just so... dazzling.

[both laugh]

Hey, thank you.

[Elizabeth chuckles]

[enchanting music]

Woah, is this yours? Yours? No!

It's under here.

[all chuckling]