Hearts Around the Table: Jenna's First Love (2025)

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Shari, this is DC.

If a client wants me to

work Sunday, I work Sunday!

Even event gurus need

a day off, Jenna!

Well the meeting's

with a tech icon

who is famous for working 24/7.

Oh, who is it?

Oh, let me guess. You're

under one of those NBAs?

I think you mean NDA.

You've been out of

the country too long.

And no.

He's been very open

source with everything

to do with his company.

It's billionaire Tom Redlands.

Oh, wow.

He's kind of a big deal.

Tom Redlands!

Exactly. And he's

starting a new nonprofit.

So I really need to

nail this account.

Well just nail it quickly.

Don't let him keep you too long.

Healthy boundaries, Jenna.

You know I'm working on that.

And Sunday Supper is on.

Kiki is making your favorite!

Tex-Mex, Jenna!

Yumm.

Just smile a lot and agree with

him but let him know you have

only have ten minutes to

spare because it's Sunday.

Okay, thank you, Angie.

Jenna, Jenna!

This is what you got to do.

You got to go in there,

you got to tell him you're

going to give it 110 percent

and you're going to

knock it out of the park.

That's all he wants to hear.

Salad!

Thanks Josh!

Your sports lingo is always so

helpful in a business meeting.

Doing my best for the team!

Just be yourself!

It's the best you can be.

Thanks, Angie!

And pick up chips on the way!

Don't wait for me!

But you're important.

We will wait!

We will?

Most of us will wait.

Oh!

Oh no!

So sorry.

Sorry, I wasn't looking either.

I was not watching

where I was going.

Here you go.

Andrew!

Jenna?

What are you doing here?

I thought you were in Paris.

I, I was.

But I moved home to get into

real estate with my brother,

John, and it turns out

that's not very interesting.

I started my own

consulting firm.

Wow. That sounds impressive.

What about you?

What are you up to?

You're back from Chicago?

Five years ago.

Oh wow.

Yeah, I got my degree in

marketing and design and

came back here to

put it to work.

That's great.

Yeah.

Here you go.

- Thank you.

- Sorry.

Well, it was nice

to run into you.

Literally.

Oh, sorry, I have a meeting.

Oh, no, of course. Sure, yeah.

It was good to see you.

You too.

Hello.

Hello?

I have a meeting

with Tom Redlands.

It seems he's given

me your number.

You're the event guru from

Thistlebird Marketing?

That's me.

I'm consulting with Tom's firm.

No way!

That's crazy.

What are the chances of that?

Oh, is that Tom's office?

No, it's my family.

Your foster family.

It's been so long

since I've them.

How's Shari and Josh and Angie?

I remember those dinners

you guys used to have.

What a feast.

You remember!

Yeah, you always said how

important those weekly dinners

were to you all.

Wait, it's Sunday right now.

Right?

Uh huh.

Are you still doing

Sunday Suppers?

Of course.

It's the glue that

keeps us together.

But let's do this meeting.

I can assure you, nothing gets

in the way of me and my work.

It's good to know, um,

but this can absolutely

wait until tomorrow.

Let's reschedule.

Go have dinner with your family.

Really?

Yeah.

What about Mr. 24/7?

Ahh... That's just branding.

Yum! It smells so good in here.

Ah! You made it!

Hi!

- Hey, Jen.

- Josh!

Interception!

Thank you!

Cilantro, fresh from the garden!

You look so lovely.

So professional.

A little too professional

for Sunday Supper!

Jenna! Awww!

So, how did you ditch

the billionaire?

The meeting was

rescheduled to tomorrow.

Good!

Well, see now that

just makes sense.

But still, you know the rule.

I know, last to arrive

is on dish duty.

Ah, it's a simple game.

You wash the dish, you dry the

dish, you put the dish away.

It's a game of inches!

Sports analogy and Pacino.

Okay, everybody take a seat!

Ah, needs salsa.

Salsa's almost ready.

Yeah, this is going

to be a good one.

I feel it.

Okay, enough about me.

I want to hear about

everyone else's week.

Careful what you wish for.

He's referring to my

fabulous new commission,

Cookie Sterling.

The host from "DC Today"?

- Yes.

- I love her!

Well, Shari had a little

challenge with it.

It wasn't her favorite day.

I'm painting a family

portrait with her twin boys

near this fountain

on her property.

I couldn't get those boys to

sit still for one second.

She actually tripped and

fell in the fountain.

Thank you, Angie,

I almost forgot!

Yeah, it was crazy.

Can't wait to see that painting.

Water color?

All right Coach.

Did you already give the

track meet play by play?

- No.

- Yes!

Well, I could hear

it all over again.

Oh, thank you, Angie.

I try to keep it

to the highlights.

Well, I did like the

one about that shy girl

who came first place.

That was sweet.

Oh, is that the same one who

froze at state last year?

Yeah. Yeah.

She beat all the other

schools in triple jump.

I love that!

And those kids can really

eat a lot of burgers.

Yes they can!

Kiki brought her food

truck to the meet.

I did. And they cleaned me out.

Of course they did.

So how were classes this week?

Everything add up?

Now we got the funny one here.

Yeah, it's good.

Some of the kids who are

struggling are getting more

confident, asking for

help with trigonometry,

which is great.

Asking for help is

such a beautiful skill.

Totally!

How about you, Rory?

What's new?

I don't know. Nothing.

Why don't you tell

them about school?

Okay.

I got an eight out of

10 on my math quiz.

That's awesome, buddy!

Do you like math?

I like it because

it's just numbers.

I don't have to talk to anyone.

You're going to make new

friends, you'll see.

It takes a minute to get

used to a new school.

Uh huh.

Yes it does.

I'm so excited for you, Jenna,

rubbing shoulders

with the tech elite.

Well, about that.

The meeting wasn't

actually with Tom.

He sent his consultant.

And I'll be working

with Andrew Clarington.

Wait, what?

The Andrew Clarington?

Your old Andrew Clarington?

The one and only.

Yeah, it turns out he's

Tom Redlands' liaison.

And how do you feel about that?

Do we need a refresh

on boundaries.

Yeah, exactly.

You need to talk

to Tom Redlands,

and you need to tell him that

there's a conflict of interest

and you cannot work with Andrew!

Shari, I can't do that.

That would be so unprofessional!

Ah...

Well, Rory, speak up.

You can say anything here.

Who's Andrew?

Hmm. How to explain Andrew?

He's her ex.

He's a heartbreaker.

He's just someone that I really,

really liked in high school

who apparently

didn't like me back.

Well, all I can say is, I hope

you try and protect your heart.

I will. Thanks, Ang.

All right!

Let's say what

we're hopeful for.

Josh, you go first?

Okay, ah...

I am hopeful that

I can talk Rory

into joining the track team.

I love that!

You.

Me next? Ummm...

I am hopeful that I can pay

off my food truck this year.

- Yes.

- Right.

Ah, I'm hopeful I can get

through this new commission

without going under water again.

Literally.

Oh there it is!

Boom!

Your turn, Rory.

I don't know.

Nothing.

It's okay, sweetie.

It's just our way of lifting

up our hearts to know there's

always something

to look forward to.

May I be excused?

Yes. Of course!

Thank you for asking.

Have a great week, buddy.

Have fun at school!

Is everything okay with him?

You all remember what it

was like in the beginning.

For each of you.

You want me to go

and talk to him?

That'd be wonderful, any of

you reaching out would help.

Well, he stayed all the way

through dinner tonight.

That's a win.

You know, I think it was

all of Jenna's gossip

that kept him interested.

Oh, Jenna.

You didn't say what

you are hopeful for.

I'm hopeful I'll get through

this new job, Andrew and all.

Yes.

Cheers!

I need a new fork.

I got it. I got it.

Sit down.

But I take it you like the

new job and it pays well?

Yes, it's for a great cause.

And yes, it does.

Well, then maybe this is

the job that gets you into

the proper office space.

My assistant is looking to set

me up with a real estate agent,

but I love you for

worrying about me.

I know it's hard for you,

but sometimes you've got

to put yourself first.

You've told me that separate

spaces for work and home

would be healthier for you.

It would.

I'm still trying to figure

out that work-life balance.

You're smart.

You'll figure it out.

You can do anything.

Thanks Ang.

Of course. Love you.

Love you too.

I'll call you tomorrow.

Okay. Drive carefully.

I will.

- Good morning!

- Good morning.

Thanks for coming

in early today.

Of course.

I just want to make sure I'm

a hundred percent prepped

for this meeting.

Jenna, you and I are a team.

I would never send you

out there unprepared.

But don't worry, you'll

be making it up to me

with many lattes. Many.

Deal.

Okay, everything you need

for tomorrow is ready to go.

Here are the segments

of the pitch,

color coded, because that's fun.

Oh, and I started an AI mock

up of what the event floor

might look in two

different color schemes.

Should be ready

before you get there.

I love your brain.

And I'm so grateful.

Thank you.

It's your vision.

I'm just executing it.

Which reminds me.

Can you please give that real

estate agent a call back?

Apparently there's this

cute little corner office

on K Street to see.

You don't think we can keep up

with everyone else

working remotely?

No offense Jenna,

but you need a life.

You can't entertain the way

your apartment is right now.

Hm. Yeah.

Work-life balance.

You're not wrong.

Which means I'm right.

As usual.

You better get going.

Yes.

Good luck with this Andrew guy.

I searched him.

He seems like a

straight-sh**ter.

Yeah. Yeah.

He's, ah, he's all right.

Text me if you need anything.

I will.

- I'll see you later.

- See ya.

Good morning!

Hi, how are you?

I'm good. How are you?

Good.

I got you an iced mocha latte

with three pumps of vanilla,

topped with whipped cream.

Oh wow!

I haven't had one of these

since junior year when I could

burn off sugar just by

walking down the halls.

I guess I should

have texted. Sorry.

You know what?

Who am I to turn down whipped

cream on a Monday morning?

That's the spirit!

Mmm. It's good.

Thanks for finding

an office space.

My office is a little

cramped at the moment.

Oh yeah, no problem.

Tom owns like a dozen

buildings so we have our pick.

Great view.

It sure is.

All right!

Well, Ms. Event Guru, would you

like to tell me your thoughts

on the All For Family

Foundation gala?

First of all, I love the

concept of this foundation.

All For Family.

It's all in the name.

Connecting family with all

the resources they need.

So that led me to think, why not

make a connection with the gala?

Let's create a mock up of an

All For Family center,

but fun-sized.

A mock up of the center?

Yes. So, this is a nonprofit

that helps families with food,

daycare, health services,

housing solutions.

They even have therapy pets.

And as I understand it, if

this pilot program goes well,

you'll be able to open centers

all across the country?

That's right, yeah.

So all the more reason to let

the potential donors see what

the families are getting

once the money flows in.

And we can have fun with it.

Catering trays at

the food area maybe?

An area for people to visit

with the therapy pets

and see how they reduce anxiety.

It's a great way to

get people excited

about the idea in a

very hands-on way.

What do you think?

Um...

It's...

Yeah, it's...

It's interesting.

It's definitely interesting.

I, ah, I just don't think it's

what Tom will be expecting.

Exactly! That's my specialty.

Giving people what they

didn't know they wanted.

I know people hire you

for the unconventional,

but Tom has made it

clear that's not him.

So, in this case, respectfully,

I just, I think it might be

missing the mark a little bit.

In what way?

Well, this is Tom's first

foray into nonprofits.

That's why he hired me, right.

High end donors equal

high end experiences.

These are his words.

So I just think Tom might be a

little put off thinking that

his donors might have to

get their hands dirty.

Who's getting their hands dirty?

I just mean a lot of

these people want to help

but when it comes down to it,

a lot of them shy away

from learning about the

ground floor details.

They just want to mingle with

other high net worth people.

So it's just about networking

and not the actual cause?

No need to get defensive.

Sorry.

Well, what are you

thinking for the gala?

Okay.

I was thinking,

a champagne garden party at

the Harrington Royal Hotel.

Oh, wow. That's...

Traditional.

Exactly. Just a real

black-tie affair.

Classy...

Caviar, canaps, and I don't

know, classical music trio?

Exactly.

Now you're reading Tom's mind!

Okay, I need some girl talk.

Are you seeing someone?

Tell me you're seeing someone.

Well, I am sorry to disappoint.

But, I just got

back a few months

and I am not ready to

see anyone right now.

Life is so different.

A diplomatic life

with David, done.

You need to put

yourself out there.

You need to date.

You need to speak for yourself.

Fair enough.

So, how was your Andrew meeting?

He was so sure he

knew what Tom wanted

that he barely

listened to my pitch.

Huh.

Kind of like senior year when

he insisted on going camping

even though you knew it was

going to rain all weekend?

Your memory is astonishing.

Oh, I know.

And yes, it was

exactly like that.

You know what I think?

You think I should stand

my creative ground, right?

No! I think you should

do whatever it takes

to get through this

job and move on.

Even if my reputation's

on the line?

Your reputation will be fine.

You are known for executing

beautiful events.

This will check that box.

They don't all have to

be ground breaking.

I don't know.

I like to look at each event

as it's own unique opportunity

to think outside the typical

black-tie, champagne box.

Hmmm. And that's why

everybody loves you so much,

because you're so passionate

about what you do.

But Jenna, with Andrew involved,

it's just, it's too much weight.

Yeah.

Maybe that's what's bugging me.

Oh, wait.

You don't still have

feelings for Andrew, do you?

No! No.

No?

Don't worry!

I'm not going to try to

rekindle anything with Andrew.

Okay.

Well, just so we're

on the same page.

Can you please remember

what Angie taught us?

Don't let your

past hold you back

from making the most

of the present.

Right. I'm going to make

the most of the present

by taking charge of my business

and getting some

new office space.

Here, here!

You know, maybe you'll

get to spend some time

with dreamy Tom Redlands, too.

I can absolutely rise above

the undeniable

chemistry with Andrew.

Angie!

What are you doing up so late?

Is everything okay?

It's about Rory.

I mean, it's nothing serious,

I just feel like

he's pulling away.

He seemed fine at

dinner the other night.

Yeah, it was a good night,

although he did

excuse himself early.

Well, that's to be expected.

Teenagers.

Who wants to listen to

some boring grown-ups.

But I'd love to hear

your take on him.

You were quite

similar at his age.

Well, I can only speak

from my own experience.

I was what, 13 when

you took me in?

At that point I'd been on my

own for so long I didn't really

understand what it meant

to be taken care of.

Hmm.

My heart hurts when I

think about that time.

Your mom was so sick.

She couldn't take care of

herself, let alone you.

You had the weight of the

world on your shoulders.

Rory's the same right now.

But you saved me, Angie.

You showed me what it

meant to feel safe.

And you're doing the same

thing for him right now.

My words don't seem

to be reaching him.

Look at me now.

Look at all of us.

You have so much

experience with teenagers.

Yeah, kids take time to trust

again after they've been

bounced around from foster

home to foster home.

But still, this feels different.

How so?

It's hard to explain.

He's just got this

look in his eyes.

Like he's so completely lost.

I think he's pushed his

emotions so far down,

he doesn't even get angry.

Is there a chance you felt

this way about all of us

at some point?

Yes.

I worried about

every one of you.

I still do.

Well then, look how your

instincts helped us.

Take your own advice

and trust your gut.

Thanks.

I think I just

needed to hear that.

We all felt lost in

one way or another.

You showed us we mattered.

Sunday Suppers are going to help

him feel part of the family too.

Okay. I'll keep the faith.

I'm grateful for this chat.

Thank you

Anytime.

So, how are things with Andrew?

Good. So far so good.

We present to Tom

Redlands tomorrow.

You'll wow him

like you always do.

I hope so.

Good night, Jenna.

Good night.

Three, two, one...

Great!

Now let's move on to leg press.

Up you get.

You haven't even told

me what you think yet?

About your leg press?

No, about Jenna.

Your ex. From high school.

Right.

Do you want my honest opinion?

Unless I'm going to regret it.

Here's what I think.

Women don't want

blue-box boyfriends.

What are you talking about?

Everyone likes a well-connected

man in this town.

Not blue blood. Blue-box.

As in recycled.

Which is for bottles

and cans, not love.

Come on. It's a positive.

We already know each other.

High school drama

should stay in the past.

Look, nothing good has

ever come from trying

to reignite an old flame.

You'll just get burned.

I got to take this. Sorry.

I'll go refill your water.

Hello, Mother. How're you doing?

Andrew! Oh, I'm fine.

I'm so glad you picked up.

Everything okay at the house?

Oh yes. Fine, fine.

Don't worry about me.

I do though.

You're all alone in

that big house now.

I can take care of myself.

Today I am thinking about you.

Uh oh.

Oh no.

It's not an uh oh.

Last night I saw Senator

Davis and his wife

at the Blue Water Club.

Oh, I love their linguine.

Did you get the linguine?

No, dear.

I had the salad.

But my point is,

their daughter Bailey is

interested in meeting you.

Ah, whose daughter?

Senator Davis and his wife!

Pay attention, Andrew.

Right, sorry.

Listen Mom, I love that you're

playing matchmaker for me, but

I'm pretty happy with the

company I'm currently keeping.

Wait! You've met someone? Who?

It's way too early for

mother introductions,

but I promise I'll tell

you when the time is right.

What will I say to the Senator?

Just tell him it's bad timing.

Okay, I got to go.

I love you. Bye.

What girl?

You said leg press, right?

Yeah.

- I'm ready, I'm ready.

- Okay.

Let's do some leg press.

Let's do this!

Oat milk latte.

How did you know?

Your assistant is a very

well informed individual.

Ah. Terry.

I should have guessed.

- Cheers.

- Cheers.

Shall we?

Do you want to go

over the presentation

before Tom gets here?

Ah, no.

It's pretty straightforward.

I'll take the lead.

I've got a couple of slides.

Okay, let's give

Tom what he wants!

God, this is such a trip,

us working together.

You know, last night I couldn't

help but think about old times.

Me too.

I found our old prom photos.

No way.

Will you send me

one of those please?

Uh huh.

I haven't thought about that

time in my life in years.

I know.

And look at us now.

You're not nervous, are you?

I mean, I know

Tom's a big deal...

No, I'm not nervous.

You're the one who

should be nervous.

Hmmm.

Do you remember that time we

jumped off the rope swing

into June Lake?

Yes, and I almost didn't do it.

Do you remember what I

told you when you were

scared and nervous then?

I'm terrified of heights!

Of course I was scared

and nervous then.

There were little kids doing it.

It was not that high.

It was high.

Well, I'll never forget

the look on your face.

You like seeing me scared?

That's concerning, Drew.

I'm talking about the

smile you had on your face

right after you did it and

wanted to do it again.

You overcoming your fear

after taking that leap,

you were glowing.

I knew then that you could do

anything you set your mind to.

You said "I'll be right

beside you, no matter what".

And that's all it took.

Apparently.

We were good

together, weren't we?

I know things got complicated

when we went off to college but

while it lasted,

we were good. Right?

Complicated?

That's how you saw it?

Well, how did you see it?

I don't know if we

have time for that.

Oh, Tom's here.

On the roof.

On the roof?

Yeah, you'll see.

Wow!

Andrew, good to see you!

Tom, great to see you.

Thanks for coming.

How was the ride in?

Choppy, choppy!

Very choppy.

This is Jenna Whitaker of

Thistlebird Marketing.

Hello.

Good to meet you.

You too.

- Ah, shall we?

- Yes, of course.

And then, crystal

champagne flutes in hand,

our guests walk out

into the courtyard where

a trio of classical

musicians serenade the party.

Classic, classy, perfection.

So, what do you think?

We are going to give

your high end donors

the experience they deserve.

As you requested.

Yeah, but also no.

I think I'm feeling

something else.

Not a problem,

it's not a problem.

We, Jenna and I can

rethink this today and

give you a different

presentation tomorrow.

I'm sorry Andrew,

but I feel like if this

is the best you got,

maybe I need to

cast a wider net.

Wait, no!

I have an unconventional idea.

If you have a few minutes?

By all means. Hit me up.

Okay, so the concept is

All For Family Experience.

We mock up the actual

center to host an experience

to show off what the

families will be getting.

Our guests will get to mingle

with the clients of the services

and become familiar with

the impact that nonprofit

has on these families.

And be inspired by their

spirit in real time.

Tangible, meaningful,

personal experience.

Our goal is to show

investors how beneficial

their donation dollars will

truly be to these families

in an interactive way.

Stop!

This is the exact concept and

tone that I was looking for.

It's interactive,

it's meaningful.

These are the kind of people

who really want to know

where their money

is going. Right?

So they get values with value.

And bonus, I don't have to do

a hard pitch all night long

because the concept is right

in front of their faces.

You, you nailed it.

Just one question.

Anything.

Can you execute

this in ten days?

Well, it depends.

How fast can you

get me approvals?

Is that your way of asking

me not to drag my feet?

I have a schedule of approval

dates if that helps.

Shall I send them

to your office?

Absolutely. Let's start

a work share protocol.

Perfect.

Andrew, my guy, I'm sorry,

she's got to take

the lead on this.

Understood.

Yeah, of course.

Really, really nice

to meet you, Jenna.

You as well.

All right guys. Wheels up.

Way to roll with Tom's

change of direction there.

- Bravo.

- Thanks.

That's why I'm the best.

Yeah, clearly.

Do you want to come with

me to the first location?

You have a location

scout lined up already?

I'm always hopeful!

Wow, you are the best.

That meeting reminded me of our

AP History report

in twelfth grade.

Do you remember that.

Oh!

Yeah. You were like a

deer caught in the headlights.

Yeah.

But you prompted me

and we got through it.

And we both got an A.

That's right.

Yeah, you were good at

PR even then, you know.

Except for that mean

girl who bullied me

for being a foster kid.

Oh, Ava Johnson.

She was awful. Ugh.

But remember you coached me

on what to say to her because

you had the inside

scoop on her family.

That's right I had the dirt!

Uh huh.

You know, if you think about it,

that was my first

consulting gig.

Yeah, this place is great.

I love it.

Nice and big.

It's very accessible.

Great job.

Yeah, this could work.

What if it rains, though?

What?

Why are you looking

at me like that?

I need to apologize to you.

What for?

I should've paid better

attention to your idea.

I don't know why Tom changed his

mind like that, but regardless,

I still haven't learned

to be a good listener,

and I just got in your way.

I'm so sorry.

Well, listening has never

been a strong suit of yours.

But that's in the past.

You don't have to

change for me, Drew.

No, Jenna, I really need

you to hear me on this.

I really appreciate what

you bring to the table.

You are very good at this.

Oh. Thank you.

Can I ask you something?

Of course.

Why did you ghost me

after high school?

Oh. I, uh...

I mean, that was a very

different time in our lives.

And it was weird for

a lot of reasons.

Weird, like,

did you feel weird hanging out

with me and my foster family?

What? No!

You can tell me.

I'm not ashamed of my past.

It made me who I am.

Look, Jenna, all I ever saw

was a close-knit family

that loved each other.

Unlike my family that

barely spoke to one another.

Your family was loud and fun.

And mine was way too quiet.

I guess I didn't really

know your family.

Well, let's just say that my

upbringing didn't exactly set me

on a path for solid

relationships in life.

I certainly didn't want

the distant coldness

of my parents' marriage.

You know, my trainer has been

the most constant person

in my life for years.

It's ridiculous.

You just don't get it, do you?

I would have been a

constant in your life.

Well then!

I think this all makes sense.

If it's outdoors, we'll

think about floor details.

If it's indoors, we'll talk

about signage lighting.

Just let me know whatever

venue gets approved.

I'm on standby to

re-render the model.

Thank you.

And did I tell you how

much you wowed the client

with your presentation?

I love to hear that!

You're fantastic.

And I can't thank you

enough for working so late.

Two words: Double time.

Just make sure you

start later tomorrow.

I'll talk to you later!

Hello?

Jenna!

Hey, I'm looking at

your venue options here.

Great! What did you think?

Well, outdoors would be nice.

I'm not sure the weather

will cooperate though.

Right now it says there's a 40

percent chance of rain that day.

It is a risk.

And I don't love the

conference center.

It feels a bit cold to me.

Okay. So the first venue?

If you think it will work.

Oh, it definitely will.

I especially like that it's

in a residential neighborhood.

It really adds to the

helping families feel.

Not so institutional.

Yeah. Exactly!

So we're on the same page.

Same page. I love it.

Was that approval

fast enough for you?

I mean, you can't

beat the same day!

Great.

Um... I was also wondering

if you might be available

Friday night for

a little sit-down?

Friday night?

Yeah, yeah.

I wanted to kind of go over

some more details with you.

Oh, I can just go through your

office if your time is an issue.

No, no. Let's do it in person.

Oh! Ah, yeah.

Friday night sounds...

sounds good.

Should I meet you somewhere?

Tell you what. Why don't I

send a car for you at 6 p.m.

The helicopter isn't available?

Ha ha. It's cute.

Ah, so, 6 p.m. works then?

Sounds good.

I'll bring my laptop.

Great.

Tom Redlands is

sending a car for me

on Friday night.

He says it's to talk

about the fundraiser.

Is that weird?

What? Your new boss?

Technically my

client. But Andrew's boss!

A date?

Where's he taking you?

No idea.

And it's not a date.

You're not obligated to say yes.

Spoken like

a protective brother.

It has to be somewhere fancy.

So he didn't call it a date?

No, he said he

wants to discuss details.

That's a line.

- Crazy! So fun!

- You're going.

I think he won some wine awards.

He collects the good stuff.

What are you going to wear?

Yes!

What do you wear

on a private jet?

Hey, to new friends.

To new friends.

Umm, that is fantastic!

So, Jenna Whitaker.

Who is she?

Tell me everything.

Well, I went to

school in Chicago,

and then I moved back right back

to DC after I got my degree.

It's always been home.

Okay. What about your parents?

Well, I never knew my father,

my mom raised me on her own.

And it was a bit

tough, at times.

I had humble beginnings

you could say.

Well, she must be very

proud of you now.

I'm sure she would be.

But she passed

away when I was 13.

Oh. I'm really

sorry to hear that.

It's tough. Especially at 13,

you're so young.

I thought I was an

adult at the time,

taking care of her

when she got sick.

And looking back now

I realize that I was

probably too young

for that role.

And it's not what she

would have wanted.

We just didn't have the money.

Hm. And then what happened?

Did you go to live with family?

Actually, I fell

into a foster family.

A woman named Angie took me in,

and there were

other kids like me.

We've all remained quite close.

Oh cool. She sounds phenomenal.

It's like a chosen family.

That's a good way to put it.

It's actually when

I knew Andrew.

We were high school

sweethearts, I guess.

Wow.

Ah, so what about you?

What got you interested in tech?

Well, that wasn't

the plan, really.

I was in med school, I

was going to be a doctor.

My parents were very

adamant about that.

So when I started

doing medical school,

I just kept focusing on

the tools and the equipment.

So the other students would be

trying to diagnose a patient,

and I'd be looking at the

stethoscope wondering,

how could I make that better.

Wow.

That's a lot to stumble into.

Yeah, no, it really is.

But lately I've been trying to

get back to my roots, you know,

and really reconnect

with the people.

How I can help, how can I serve?

It's not just about

making money, you know.

That's admirable.

Oh. It's Andrew.

Andrew?

Hey Andrew.

I'm just having dinner

with Jenna over here.

Jenna?

Hey!

Hey, Jenna.

Looks like you're having fun.

Yeah, Tom invited me to his

private winery and we're just

going over details for the gala.

I see.

Hey, so what's going on, man?

Ah, the numbers report.

I've got the full analysis

whenever you're ready,

which is obviously

not right now.

Yeah. Can it

wait until Monday?

Sure, yeah.

Why am I working on a

Friday night anyway, right?

Right. Okay.

Have a good weekend.

Yeah, you to...

Sorry about that.

Hey, John boy.

How're you doing?

Um, listen.

I need a real estate favor.

Yes, the password is,

you are the bigger, better,

faster, stronger brother.

It was awkward.

I felt so bad.

Why? You don't

owe Andrew anything!

I know. But that's

not the point.

No, that is the point!

Forget about Andrew.

Why don't you tell me about Tom.

Tom's nice.

He's surprisingly humble.

I really admire him.

Admire him?

You mean, admire him?

Really, Shari?

I just want to make

sure that you are not

setting yourself up for

heartbreak with Andrew again.

Focus on someone new like,

I don't know,

Tom, the cute billionaire!

You've never even met Tom!

Please.

He's all over the internet.

You searched him?

Of course I searched him!

I'll admit it.

Tom's pretty great.

He's fun...

I just don't know yet.

You know that he's

driven, he's successful

and he cares about people.

What else is there to know?

Good night, Shari.

And he's cute and a...

Well, she can give

me the billionaire.

Dude.

Dude, slow down.

You're going to tear a bicep!

I can't believe they

went to his vineyard.

Who?

Jenna and Tom, man.

Oh, your ex.

Wait, isn't Tom your client?

Yes!

So it's not like I can be like,

Hey boss, do you mind

like not dating my ex?

Yeah, you can't say that.

Unless I want to

risk getting fired.

Do you?

I don't know!

I can't believe

this is happening.

This is so weird.

Wow, this girl must have

really done a number on you,

when she dumped you.

She didn't dump me.

Wait, I thought

you two broke up?

We did.

But it was me, stupidly.

You dumped her?

So then why do you want

to get back with her?

That doesn't make any sense.

It's complicated.

It's complicated...

It's really complicated.

I like it.

What do you think?

It's good.

You sure? You didn't

even look at it.

Yep. It's great.

Okay. Let me just...

See what Tom thinks.

It'll just be a second.

He usually responds

pretty quick.

So are you up for tasting

some catering later?

Sure, yep.

Whatever you need.

I'm just here to represent Tom

and make sure the job gets done.

You're acting super weird.

Am I?

I don't think I am.

Is this about last night?

No! Absolutely not.

You are free to taste wines

with whomever you please.

It is none of my business.

Yes.

Yes, I am.

But for what it's worth,

I did feel a little odd about

going to his vineyard on a whim.

Billionaires, right?

Right. Totally.

Billionaires.

Andrew, are you okay?

Fine. Fine.

Well, the place was amazing.

But to be honest,

after the first glass,

they all started to

taste the same to me.

Was it one of his

special reserve labels?

How did you know?

Tom loves that stuff.

I was starving only tasting

food that cleansed the palette.

So, ah...

He didn't try any,

like, date moves on you?

No. No not at all.

It was strictly professional.

Cool. Cool cool.

It was nice to go

somewhere new, though.

Do you remember that

trip to Chesapeake?

Ha! Yeah.

You'd never tried a lobster roll

before and then all of a sudden

it was your new favorite thing.

Mmm...

White bread roll with

the lemon and the mayo...

Stop it.

You're making me hungry.

Well, speaking of, do you

have dinner plans on Sunday?

Sunday is my pizza night.

Wow, that sounded

so sad bachelor.

Well, do you think you could

reschedule your pizza night

and come for Sunday Supper?

Kiki's making seafood.

Are you sure?

Of course. Why not?

Shari.

Because really the answer

to that question is, Shari.

Well, you've got

nothing to worry about.

Yeah, I don't believe you.

She...

Likes you.

They know I'm coming, right?

Yes!

You don't have to be so nervous.

I don't?

No!

Okay. How's my hair?

Is it okay?

Your hair's great.

We're not in high

school anymore.

No one's going to judge

you for your past. Okay?

I think you're wrong.

Ah, well, look who it is.

Heartbreaker from

sophomore year.

What?

Nice to see you too, Shari.

I just finished saying that no

one would be judgmental here.

Andrew!

Hey, buddy.

Hello. Nice to see you.

- Hey...

- Come on in.

Be nice.

Uh huh...

Excuse me. Thanks.

Nice, nice. Nice.

Kiki, you remember Andrew.

Oh, no, I don't

actually remember you.

I was pretty young at the time.

But Jenna did tell me she

listened to your mixed playlist

over and over.

Over and over, you say.

Over and over. Yeah...

Hmmm. Well that's okay.

I do remember you.

You were always

singing and dancing.

You were this positive

ray of sunshine.

Nice to see you again.

Thank you.

I just, I've always thought,

just, you know,

don't let the system

get you down and

I met some great people.

Even those two.

And, well, Angie,

she's real family.

Oh Andrew!

Oh, I'm so glad you made it.

There's always

room at our table.

Thank you, Angie.

I got you this.

Oh, thank you!

It'll be perfect

for my side garden.

Yeah, well, I know you'd much

rather watch a plant grow

than watch cut flowers wilt.

Oh, you have a very good memory.

So, how's life treating you?

It's good, thank you! Yeah.

It's really nice

to be back here.

A lot of memories.

Aw...

I followed your trip

to Africa last year,

what an experience,

quite a journey.

It sure was.

Yeah, yeah.

What journey is this?

Oh, I was volunteering with

a clean water initiative.

We were drilling wells and

installing irrigation systems

in communities with no water.

And you knew about this?

Why didn't you tell me?

Oh, I don't know.

I guess it just didn't come up.

She just didn't want to

remind you that he exists.

No offense.

Okay, I think these are done.

These are done.

Okay. Okay.

So, um,

why don't you tell me how your

job with Tom Redlands is going?

Oh, it's going well, thanks.

Thanks to Jenna.

Actually, Tom loves her plan

and hates mine, but, ah,

it's all good.

We're on track to

finish on time.

Ah, hmmm.

Rory! Come meet Andrew.

Andrew this is Rory,

Rory this is Andrew.

Nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you too.

Nice handshake on you.

Play any sports?

Um, no.

Ah, yeah.

I'm trying to get Rory

to join track and field.

He can sprint like

nobody's business.

In the back yard.

That doesn't count.

What are you talking about?

Back yard totally counts.

You've already broken

three speed records.

Two of them held by Angie.

Well, I don't really know

anyone in track, so...

Well, track is a great

way to meet people.

Even though it may not seem

like it because it looks like

everyone is running

away from you.

But trust me.

Running away?

Interesting choice of words.

Ah, Rory could you go,

put these on the table.

Thanks, pal.

So, dinner is almost ready,

so I hope you're hungry.

- Starving.

- Famished.

This looks so fresh.

It looks delicious.

Ah, did you used to live here?

We're sorry, Rory.

That was very rude of us.

We're laughing

because Andrew is...

From a wealthy family...

Not a foster kid...

Oh, well.

I'd like to be rich one day.

Oh, ah, well, if that's

a priority for you,

I'm sure you can

make that happen.

Just don't be a heartbreaker.

Shari! Andrew is our guest.

It's not like everyone at this

table doesn't already know.

Oh, this is the guy who

didn't like you back?

Uh huh. That's the one.

Is that what she told you?

Okay, maybe that's enough

of a history lesson for now.

She cried for an entire month.

Okay! Can we change

the topic please?

No.

I think I do owe you

all an explanation.

Maybe not in this tough crowd.

I don't know, I think

I'd like to hear it.

I think I would

like to hear it too.

- Can we not?

- No, Jen, it's okay.

Really.

Um, I'd like to clear

the air, in fact.

Okay, um, well back then I was

under a lot of pressure to get

into college and my mother was

very set on me going to Paris,

to the NYU campus there.

But I really wanted to stay

here in DC with you, Jenna.

You never told me that.

Well, I knew that you were

between going to school here and

in Chicago, so I was

just waiting to see

what happened there.

And trying to figure

out what to do.

But my mother felt very

strongly that I was

way too young to be getting

so involved with a girl.

So when you got accepted to

Chicago, I thought that was it.

She got her wish

and we broke up.

So that's what happened?

Yeah.

It was all because

of your mother?

Yeah.

So you didn't want

to break up with her?

Me? No.

Jenna's the love of my life.

I mean, was the love of my

life when I was a teenager.

In high school.

Not anymore though.

No. No no no no.

Definitely not.

But anyway, that's

what happened.

Should we eat?

Let's eat!

Pass the salmon.

Oh boy.

Hey, thank you for

welcoming me in today.

Shari came on a

little strong there.

I'm not sure I'm going to

make it out here alive.

Don't worry about Shari.

She's super protective

of Jenna, but,

come on, we were

just kids, right.

Yeah. Yeah.

Hey, can I ask you something?

Sure.

Why didn't you just tell

Jenna your mom was, you know,

pressuring you to

break up with her?

How would that have

made things better?

Hmm.

I mean, it couldn't

have made things worse.

Yeah.

I don't know, like you

said, we were kids.

I didn't know what I was doing.

I just thought, four years away

at college, that's a long time.

I didn't want to prevent her

from meeting someone else.

What about now?

Now?

What about now?

Now I need to earn her love.

Yeah, well, for what it's worth?

I'm Team Andrew.

Thanks buddy.

Well, say good night

to Rory for us.

Yeah, he seems like

a really good kid.

I'm trying to make him

feel like he belongs.

Anyway, love you.

Drive carefully.

- Good night.

- We will.

Oh wait. I forgot my keys

I'll go back in.

It's okay. I got it.

It was so sweet the way

Andrew said he was in love.

I don't think Jenna

was expecting that.

It was sweet,

but let's get real.

He could break her

heart all over again.

But he did love

her though, right?

Not enough to stay with her.

He and his family always thought

that they were

better than we were.

His future was more

important than hers.

He will never help her

reach for the stars.

Right. Then she should

keep her options open.

She likes Tom too so

why not explore that?

That's what I say.

Ah ha.

John boy, it's me.

What do you got for me?

Yeah, okay.

Okay, I love the space but it's

a little far from downtown.

Do you have anything

in a better location?

Okay.

Oh yes! Jenna would

love this place

Okay, do me a favor

and bookmark this one

and find me a few other options.

Here you go.

Thank you.

What's next?

I was wondering if you'd

call the animal shelter.

They're keen to hook us up

with some pups if we agree

to advertise their

adoption services.

No way. That's cute.

Great idea.

I love dogs.

You remember Quiggly?

Oh yes.

How could I forget the dog that

chewed my shoes not just once

but twice.

It's his love language.

Yeah, you know, he played all

innocent, but he knew exactly

what he was doing when he locked

that sliding door shut on me.

I was surprised you were still

waiting there when we got home.

Well, I wasn't going to

miss a chance to see you.

Hey!

Look at this lovely

young lady I found!

Oh you! I bet you say

that to all the girls.

Mom! Hi!

Hi sweetheart.

What are you doing here?

Well, I'm meeting with Tom!

He asked me to drop by.

Oh.

Well, ah, you remember Jenna?

- Oh, hello.

- Hi.

Should I?

Mom! Jenna!

Oh, forgive me.

I'm not sure I do.

Jenna Whitaker.

Andrew and I knew each

other when we were kids.

Of course. Jenna Whitaker.

It's so nice to see you

after all these years.

You too, Mrs. Clarington.

Oh please, dear.

Call me Margaret.

This is your doing?

Ah, yup. Thistlebird Marketing.

That's me.

Wonderful!

You know, Tom and I

were just talking about

doing a spin off event.

Maybe I could use your help.

What's it for?

Well, I'm chair of the

Children's Hospital

and we are going to be

doing a huge fundraiser.

Wow, that sounds great.

I'd love to be a part of it.

- Excellent.

- Great.

And I'll see you tomorrow?

Oh, you absolutely will.

Good.

Excuse me, I should take this.

Yeah.

Oh, of course. I'm sorry.

I know you're all working.

Bye darling.

Bye Mother.

Love you.

Love you!

What?

Are you sure he didn't

just stay late at school

or something?

He's not at school.

Kiki's calling around

to local places.

We're going to

drive around next.

Although maybe I

should stay here.

I mean, what if

he does come home?

Okay, I'll be on my way.

No, Jenna, I don't want to

pull you away from work.

I just wanted to let you

know in case he calls you.

Don't be ridiculous.

We'll find him.

I'll be right there.

What's going on?

Rory's missing.

What?

He didn't come home from school.

Oh no, Jenna. Well,

I'll help you look.

Sorry. Who's Rory?

He's kind of like

my little brother.

Oh! Oh, okay, Jenna,

hang on a second.

Let me get my head

of security on this.

He actually specializes

in missing persons.

- Thank you, Tom.

- Yeah yeah.

All right, let's go.

We'll take my car?

Yeah, okay.

Thank you.

Has Kiki left?

She's checking the school area.

Josh is meeting her there.

Okay. This is Tom's head

of security, Arthur.

He's offered to help us search.

Ma'am, do you mind if I

ask you a few questions?

Sure.

I usually see the signs if

a child is going to run.

I must have missed the cues.

They're usually just

showing their independence

but happy to come home.

This isn't your fault.

Heading south on Main.

Please state your

location. Over.

How do you work this thing?

Just press that button.

We're on Duluth Avenue

heading...

- North.

- North. Over.

Split up to cover more ground.

Pick a meeting spot. Over.

Copy that. Over.

Okay, so I'll stay here,

you go to the street over.

Yeah, we'll both head north and

meet on the next boulevard.

Okay.

He's going to be okay.

I hope so.

He just needs a reminder

of how much people care.

That's the problem, Drew.

No one ever has.

Okay, we're at ten blocks now.

Do you think we should switch

it up and go somewhere else?

Over.

Yeah,

let's make it fifteen. Over.

Oh thank goodness.

We found him.

He's at a bus stop at

Duluth and Parsons. Over.

Over.

Hey, Rory.

What's up?

How did you find me?

Huh! Well, with three adults

and one security guard,

we were bound to find

you sooner or later.

Yeah.

Don't worry.

You're not in trouble.

So what's going on?

Nothing.

Okay.

I ran away once

when I was a kid,

and there was

definitely a reason,

so I'm going to take

a guess and say that

maybe you have one too?

Don't worry.

You definitely don't

have to tell me.

But for whatever it's worth,

I'm a very good listener.

I got a bad mark.

Oh!

Like, on an assignment?

It was an oral presentation.

I hate those.

And I was really terrible.

I just froze.

Hmm.

And you're afraid

Angie's going to be mad?

I'm not going back

to the group home.

Of course not.

Why would you think that?

My friend Ethan was

at a foster home too.

But they sent him back

because he got bad grades.

They said he caused

too much trouble.

Rory, listen to me.

Angie's not going to do that.

How do you know?

Because those people were wrong.

No kid is too much trouble.

And I know because

I was like you.

I was actually at a bus

stop just like this

when Angie found me.

Eighteen years ago this

spring, as a matter of fact.

My mom was gone and I didn't

have any family left.

So I went to this bus stop

to at least feel like

I was going somewhere, you know?

Just so I could take a second

and figure out my next move.

And then Angie came up

and asked if I was okay.

She saw me on the way

to the grocery store,

and when she was on her

way back I was still there.

She knew something was wrong.

Did you ever fail a test?

Yes. I certainly did.

You know, sometimes when I

was thinking about my mom

and how sick she was,

it felt impossible to

concentrate on school work.

And did she die?

She did.

But one of the things

Angie taught me

was that it's okay to be a kid.

And you don't have

to be perfect.

So what do you say?

Do you think maybe

we could go home now?

I'm sure Angie would really

like to know you're okay, Rory.

You sure took the

long way home today.

I'm sorry I made you worry.

Worry is my middle name.

Happy ending, I'm glad.

Thank you, so much.

Thank you.

You know you are safe with me.

Whatever is going on I want

you to know you can tell me.

I failed an oral

history presentation.

Oh. Okay.

Are you mad?

Well, a little.

At your teacher, for not

letting me know that

you're having

trouble in his class.

You know, we could

call Mr. Wheeler

and see if he can give you

a chance to make it up?

Really?

You can get me a second chance?

Of course.

Everyone deserves a do over.

I've had so many,

I have lost count.

Well, I mean, in that case, I

would really like a do over.

Maybe you could

help me practice?

Yes, I'll help you practice.

Go upstairs and wash up.

I'll tell you when

dinner's ready.

Thank you, for bringing me back.

Anytime.

For bringing me back home.

What Rory said. Thank you

And thank you.

Oh, you are a good egg

for coming out to help.

It was my pleasure.

And I was told there was dinner.

There is always

room at our table.

You two are going

to stay for dinner?

Actually my phone tells

me I have a meeting

at Corner Port Cafe.

All right. Well Andrew,

you are more than welcome

to stay for dinner.

I'm afraid I'm Jenna's ride.

Sadly.

Okay. Next time, guys.

Would you mind dropping

me off at home?

I have to change for

this, ah, for, ah...

For Tom?

What's wrong?

Yeah. Sure.

Wow!

You look beautiful.

Thank you.

And thanks for the heads

up on the dress code.

Oh, yeah, no, of course.

Um, I like surprises and all,

but I learned the hard way.

There's a fine line between

surprises and embarrassment.

So you do this often I take it?

No. Not really.

Hmmm.

So what are we

toasting this time?

How about to a fabulous

event on Saturday night

that I know is going to be

flawless with you at the helm.

Here's hoping.

Tom, I have to ask.

This doesn't really feel

like a business meeting.

I know.

You hate this place, right?

I love it.

I just, I'm not sure

if your intention

is to talk about business.

Busted.

Do you want to dance with me?

Dance?

Yeah you know, like a

throwback kind of style.

Okay. Sure.

- Yeah?

- Yeah.

Come on.

I'm actually a terrific dancer.

- Are you?

- Yeah, yeah.

Not a lot of people know

that, but it's true.

That's a fun fact.

Yeah, it is.

Jenna, I know that we've been

working together professionally,

and I don't want to do

anything to jeopardize that.

But?

But I'm just, I'm honestly

really captivated by you.

I'm looking for someone to

spend the rest of my life with.

Oh wow.

Look, I know, it's a lot, okay.

Maybe you need a

second to figure out

how you feel about me.

That's fine but all

I'm asking for is

would you give me a chance?

Ah...

Tom, I'm incredibly flattered.

Good.

Um, and I really like you too.

I, I think you're a wonderfully

generous, interesting man.

Why do I feel like there's

a but coming my way now?

I just need some time.

Umm...

I actually need to

go talk with someone.

I'm so sorry.

Andrew!

Hi.

Is everything okay?

What are you doing here?

Oh yeah, definitely. Um...

Oh, hang on. Hey Tom!

Yeah, I just got home.

Oh, great, thanks.

I'm so happy to see you.

Yeah, um...

Listen, I have something

I need to say to you.

Me too.

Okay, mind if I go first?

Sure.

Okay.

I know I broke your heart

all those years ago,

and I'm so sorry

about that Jenna.

We were just kids.

You don't have to say that.

No, I do. I really do.

And I thought that this job,

bring us back together,

was like a sign.

And I...

Two seconds.

I'll be right back.

Well, I guess I've

been lying to myself.

Okay.

Andrew.

Good talk!

This is where it

really opens up.

Oh, wow.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

- Good job.

- I know, hey.

Whoa! Jenna!

I'd like you to

meet Marsha Cutler.

She just very generously

pledged to the cause.

Oh what a fun notion to let

us in on the inner workings

of this organization.

It's so inspiring.

I'm so glad to hear

you're enjoying it.

I am.

Now if you'll excuse me,

I hear some great things

about Tom's wines.

Thanks again for your support.

Oh, my pleasure.

So, where is he?

Who?

Well, the guy that you

left me to go talk to.

Oh, right.

Um, you know, that didn't

end up working out.

Ah, he's a fool.

Oh Andrew!

Just the man I was looking for.

Can I talk to you

for a quick sec?

Yeah. Yeah, of course.

You don't mind?

No.

- Excuse us.

- Yeah.

Okay, listen, I've got

to tell you some stuff.

Things are going tremendously.

Angie!

Oh hi sweetie!

The place looks wonderful.

I know, right?

How's Rory?

Training with Josh.

Hundred yard sprint.

There's a big meet tomorrow.

He hides it well, but

the kid's got drive.

I think he's going to nail it.

Hey Jenna!

I got to go check

on some things.

I'll see you in a bit.

- Okay!

- Okay.

People are really

responding to this cause.

We've already raised

enough money to fully fund

the DC location, as well as

roll out in a few other cities.

Tom, that's, that's fantastic.

You're going to

make a difference

in a lot of people's lives.

Congratulations man.

Congratulations to you!

You helped me build this

thing from the ground up.

Let me ask you something.

Are you ready to head up

the national roll out

for All For Family?

Oh, ah, right. Um...

Yeah...

Let me think about that.

Think about it?

I thought this is

what you wanted.

It is.

It is what I want.

Ah, yeah, it is!

Um, I just, I need a

little bit more time.

Is that okay?

Of course.

Okay.

Ah, thank you.

Thank you.

You're Andrew's

mother, Margaret?

Yes I am!

And you look so familiar.

I'm Angie Hartman, Jenna

Whitaker's foster mom.

We met a few times at the PTA

when the kids were

in high school.

You organized the bake sales!

I hope you still make

that banana bread.

Jenna and Andrew did such

a great job of this event.

Between us, I think they're

both a little afraid

to admit that they're

falling in love again.

You don't say?

I've been trying to

fix Andrew up with

a gorgeous, talented

woman for years!

She is that.

You're a smart woman, Angie.

You have to join us for

Sunday Supper, Margaret.

That would be lovely.

Well, each week I gather my

Hearts together and we support

each other through whatever

life is going to throw at us.

And so you'll join.

Count me in.

Great.

Hello everyone! Hi.

Thank you.

Thank you so much.

It's a good looking

crowd you've got here.

Listen, I want to thank

you all for coming out

and participating in

this very unique gala.

All For Family,

all that they do.

You guys got to check

out their services.

It's phenomenal stuff.

I want to do a special

shout out to Jenna Whitaker.

Hey Jenna.

And to Andrew

Clarington, as well.

For putting this

whole thing together.

Thank you guys.

Amazing.

You know, folks, I grew up

in a pretty modest household.

My parents were proud people.

They didn't want to take any

handouts, but there were some

times where we had to rely on

food banks, and charity shops.

You know, I always

appreciated people who

found ways to help out.

People who said, hey, you know,

I have more than I need,

why don't you take

this bag of groceries,

or a small grant to help you

with this month's bills.

You should think,

people who are in need

really want the chance to

get back on their feet.

But it's hard, when the

power's about to be shut off,

when your kids are

hungry at home.

That's what All For

Family is all about.

Just giving people a chance,

to connect, to feel that

sense of belonging.

But also that sense

of pride and dignity.

So let's all help the families

all across America to connect.

You didn't tell me you were

getting back

together with Jenna?

I'm not.

She's in love with Tom.

Are you sure about that?

There's no ring on her finger.

And since when do you

give up so easily?

You're a Clarington!

We fight for what we want.

I can't make her love me, Mom.

Let me remind you that your

very reserved grandfather

won your grandmother's

heart when he told her

exactly how he felt.

Have you actually told

Jenna how you feel?

If she doesn't know,

she doesn't know!

You're right.

You're right!

Thank you, Mom!

Oh hey.

Where'd you go?

It doesn't matter

where I've been,

it matters where we are going.

Okay, um, I wanted

to show you this.

It's a yearbook.

Yeah, from our graduating year.

And, ah, this is what I

wanted to write to you then

but I was too young

to realize it.

"Ever mine no

matter how far or long apart.

"I will always hold you

so close in mind and heart."

I wasn't ready then, Jenna.

But I am now.

So what now?

I love you, a lot.

And I wanted this yearbook post

to remind us of our best years,

but then tonight I realized that

our best years are yet to come.

Real estate listings?

Right, yeah. I hope that's okay.

My brother and I

found those for you

because you never seem to

take the time for yourself.

You listened!

Yeah.

You do still love me.

I never stopped loving you.

Even when you thought

Tom was coming over

but it's just his driver

dropping off my purse?

Oh, he was just

dropping off your purse?

Yeah, I forgot it when I

ran out of the restaurant

to look for you.

Oh, I'm sorry I jumped

to conclusions there.

Apology accepted.

I never want to lose

you again, Jenna.

I think I can execute that plan.

- Hi.

- Hi.

- You almost ready?

- Yup!

Let's go.

Great because I am starving.

Are you?

I've been dreaming about Sunday

Suppers for a long time.

Ah, just two seconds.

Hello?

Yes.

I will check on that

first thing tomorrow

when I'm back at the office.

No, sorry.

I have a policy about

not working on Sundays.

Thank you for understanding.

I'll talk to you then.

I'm so proud of you.

Thanks.

What's this?

Oh, I got Rory a laptop.

You did?

That is so sweet!

Well you know, school's

isn't just about track.

He needs to do his homework too.

Oh!

You're trying to impress

Angie, aren't you?

One hundred percent.

All right, let's go.

- Yes.

- Okay.

Jenna?

Are you still there?

What is that?

Um, that's just my

remote assistant.

Hey, Terry.

I think we're going to have

to set some new boundaries.

Wait a minute.

Are you getting a life?

You could say that.

It's about time!

Thanks.

Talk to you tomorrow!

Okay, for real this time.

- I'm impressed.

- Thanks.

This looks positively

scrumptious, Kiki.

The tomatoes ripen faster

than we can seem to eat them.

Don't get her

started on tomatoes.

Hey, Roar, what happened

with your presentation?

Did your teacher

let you do it again?

I got a B.

- That's awesome!

- Nice job!

That's great!

And you have some news, Jenna?

Yes, I finally have an office.

No way! You took that

place on K street?

Actually, we found

a place to split.

Whoa!

You guys are going

to be a power couple.

That's right.

It's wonderful.

You two are meant to be.

I'd like to think so, yeah.

I am just so thrilled we're

all sitting here together.

You are all my dear Hearts.

And I love you.

And I'm hopeful we can keep this

tradition going, no matter what.

Cheers!

No matter what!