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Christmas Movie

A single mom partners with her daughters' favorite baker for the Holiday Ball.  #christmasmovie #holiday #holidayromance

Transcript

00:00:00Snowflakes falling, but it's warm inside

00:00:19Santa's calling, he's about to hit the sky

00:00:24Candles glowing till it's soft and bright

00:00:30Love overflowing, what a wonderful night

00:00:36Wish it could always be Christmas

00:00:37The only thing on my wish list

00:00:41Is to feel it forever

00:00:43It's going really smoothly, yes

00:00:46Yeah, I got the home inspection paperwork this morning

00:00:49No issues, except the water pressure is a little low

00:00:53Yeah, it came in around

00:00:55Oh, shoot

00:00:59No, no, no, no, no, everything's fine

00:01:02Yes, I'm just running late

00:01:05To pick up my daughter

00:01:07I'm emailing the inspection in five minutes, okay

00:01:12Yes, thank you, perfect

00:01:14Happy holidays, thank you so much for using Angela Bates Realty

00:01:17Thank you

00:01:23I would argue that exposed bathroom pipes aren't technically a bad thing

00:01:45I mean, they're super practical for hanging plants

00:01:48And they're trendy

00:01:50Sorry, Stacey

00:01:54I gotta call you back

00:01:55Oh, I wish, oh, I wish, oh, I wish

00:01:57Wish it could always be Christmas

00:01:59Wish it could always be Christmas

00:02:02Always be Christmas

00:02:04It's the feeling for forever

00:02:05Cause there's nothing better

00:02:07Oh, I wish, oh, I wish, oh, I wish

00:02:09Wish it could always be Christmas

00:02:11There you go

00:02:14Thank you

00:02:15Wow

00:02:17Those gourmet cupcakes are selling fast

00:02:20You know, it wouldn't take much to start shipping them nationwide

00:02:23Yeah, like it wouldn't take much for me to clone myself

00:02:26No, that would take a lot of work

00:02:29Maybe we can bring in your cousin Natalie

00:02:31She just got her business degree

00:02:33Mom, before I become the cupcake king of mail order

00:02:36Maybe we should just focus on the business expansion

00:02:39Here, I get that

00:02:39Fine, fine

00:02:41But mark my words

00:02:43One day our triple chocolate cake

00:02:45Will be known far and wide

00:02:47Hi, Mr. Glass

00:02:51Hey, Brooklyn

00:02:54How's my best customer?

00:02:55Starving

00:02:56Cookie sample?

00:02:58Please

00:02:58Freshly baked

00:03:00Scrumptious

00:03:02I was waiting for my mom to pick me up

00:03:04And then she got sidetracked

00:03:05Oh, well, she's a very busy lady

00:03:07Always

00:03:08So, what can I get for you?

00:03:10Can I get a beer cup?

00:03:12Hey, there you are

00:03:14Mom, you made it

00:03:15I wasn't sure you got my text

00:03:17Oh, I'm so sorry

00:03:18I got caught up showing your house

00:03:20Well, you're just in time

00:03:21She actually just arrived

00:03:22I was hoping to get my loyalty card stamped

00:03:26I'm one away from getting my free bear claw

00:03:28Ah, well, unfortunately, I just ran out

00:03:32Can you give it a stamp for trying?

00:03:34Come on, Brooklyn

00:03:35We have to go

00:03:36You can get it after school tomorrow, okay?

00:03:38Look, I'll tell you what

00:03:39This is a coupon for one free gingerbread man

00:03:42So you've got that and your punch card

00:03:44That's two free goodies

00:03:46One for my number one customer

00:03:47And one for my number one customer's mom

00:03:51Brooklyn, what do you say?

00:03:58Thank you

00:03:58You're very welcome

00:03:59Okay

00:04:00We gotta go

00:04:01Bye

00:04:03Okay

00:04:07All right

00:04:09Go, go, go, go, go, go, go

00:04:13Wait

00:04:14We're so late

00:04:16I know, I'm so sorry

00:04:17All right

00:04:18I'm the only scout who's ever late

00:04:22And Den Mother Elizabeth said there's a huge announcement today

00:04:25You're not always late

00:04:27Finding a parking spot on time doesn't count

00:04:29Okay, fine, you're always late

00:04:31But I'm trying

00:04:31I promise to be a good citizen

00:04:35To make the world a better place through love and respect

00:04:39Above all else, I promise to honor truth

00:04:42This is my sunny pledge

00:04:44This is my sunny pledge

00:04:47Now that the Tardy have joined the party

00:04:51We can move on to new business

00:04:53It is time to start planning our community holiday ball

00:04:58Which will take place on Saturday, December 23rd

00:05:02It is our most glamorous Sunny Scout event

00:05:13A rite of passage

00:05:15Where we combine community service

00:05:17And fun

00:05:18And we come together in an elegant Yuletide celebration

00:05:22Each of you will work very hard to plan and decorate the event

00:05:27Whilst learning ballroom dance, comportment, and etiquette

00:05:31And we will be collecting toys at the door

00:05:33For our sister program, the Family Holiday Network

00:05:36Yes, Brooklyn

00:05:37Can people bring dates to the ball?

00:05:40Well, did you have a young man in mind, Brooklyn?

00:05:44Not for me

00:05:44For my mom

00:05:45Oh

00:05:49Well, one only need purchase a ticket to attend the ball

00:05:53So if your mother would like to bring a friend

00:05:55There are no rules against it

00:05:57Thank you, Den Mother Elizabeth

00:05:58Now girls, please join me at the crafts tables

00:06:03To start designing our holiday ball flyer

00:06:05We only have three weeks until the big event

00:06:07So, chop chop

00:06:08Well, that is a winner if I ever saw one

00:06:27Thanks, Mom

00:06:28So, what do you want for Christmas?

00:06:33I was hoping my dad could find a way to come see me

00:06:35He's an archaeologist

00:06:37So he's always off on some global adventure somewhere

00:06:40And I was hoping that my mom could find the time to be fun again

00:06:45She's always working

00:06:47Whoa

00:06:48That's deep

00:06:49I'm hoping for an electric scooter

00:06:52Hey, I'll meet you by the car

00:07:10Excuse me

00:07:17Elizabeth?

00:07:18Hi, Angela

00:07:19I noticed you were handing out mom projects for the ball

00:07:22What can I do to help?

00:07:25Oh, I cannot imagine how overwhelming it must be for you

00:07:29As a single working mom

00:07:31I would never want to overload your plate

00:07:34Well, I appreciate the thought

00:07:37But I am a Sunny Scout mom, too

00:07:41And I don't take it lightly

00:07:42Okay

00:07:42Well, I do need someone to purchase 500 plastic forks, knives, and spoons

00:07:47What if I just get sporks and save the troops some money?

00:07:51Sunny Scouts don't serve their guests with sporks

00:07:53Absolutely not

00:07:55That would not be elegant

00:07:57And what is a Sunny Scout if not an elegant young lady?

00:08:01Yes, I am so glad you understand

00:08:03Be sure to let me know if there's anything I can do

00:08:06And you let me know if you ever need help with Brooklyn

00:08:11Like giving her a ride to meetings

00:08:13There is no need for you to rush and still not make it on time

00:08:17When I have three rows of seats in my SUV

00:08:19I'll keep that in mind

00:08:21What would we do without our mom tribe?

00:08:24Right?

00:08:25What indeed?

00:08:26Hey mom, check it out

00:08:34Should I even ask?

00:08:37I'm practicing for the holiday ball

00:08:39Dem mother Elizabeth said proper posture is key to being a graceful dancer

00:08:43Since we're on the subject of the ball

00:08:46Uh-huh

00:08:47What was that whole thing about me bringing a date?

00:08:50Don't you want one?

00:08:54I honestly haven't thought about it until now

00:08:58But the truth is

00:08:58I don't think so

00:09:00But wouldn't it be fun if we both had pretty dresses

00:09:04And got to go to the ball?

00:09:07I don't need a date to do that

00:09:08It would be romantic

00:09:10What do you know about romance?

00:09:13Mom, duh

00:09:15Everybody knows about romance

00:09:17Okay

00:09:18Well what do you know about me and romance?

00:09:20I know you and dad got a divorce two years ago

00:09:23And that you were still very good friends

00:09:26And that we will always be a family

00:09:28That's right

00:09:29But you haven't gone out on a date even one time

00:09:33Oh, so you're keeping track now?

00:09:35Don't you ever want to fall in love again?

00:09:38Brooklyn, honey

00:09:39I have a very full life

00:09:43I have my work

00:09:46My friends

00:09:47And I have you

00:09:49But it's Christmas time, my mom

00:09:51Then it's all the fuller

00:09:52I have to get a tree

00:09:54Mail the Christmas cards

00:09:56And do my holiday shopping

00:09:57But none of those things are for you

00:09:59I have everything I need

00:10:03Right in front of me

00:10:05I promise

00:10:07You might want to squeeze in some homework before dinner

00:10:12Homework

00:10:16Come in, Sarah

00:10:23Hey

00:10:24Do you need your guest key back?

00:10:27You mean the key to spontaneous sister-friend visits?

00:10:30Oh, you can keep that

00:10:31Oh, great

00:10:32I'll keep that

00:10:33And you

00:10:34Keep this

00:10:36My Christmas sweet potato pie

00:10:41It looks yummy

00:10:43I've been baking up a storm all afternoon

00:10:46And I figured you and your little Christmas elf would appreciate it

00:10:49Appreciate it, Sarah

00:10:50You're a saint

00:10:52Want a cup of tea?

00:10:53Read my mind

00:10:54Okay

00:10:55And a piece of that pie?

00:10:57After dinner

00:10:57So

00:10:59You want to hear what Miss Brooklyn pulled today?

00:11:02Uh, I don't care what she did

00:11:04Auntie Sarah knows that baby is a misunderstood genius

00:11:06Well, your misunderstood genius

00:11:09Got up in front of all those gossipy moms at the Sunny Scout meeting

00:11:13And told them I needed a date

00:11:16You do need a date

00:11:18A little romance can be a good thing

00:11:20Nope, nope, nope

00:11:22I do not need that

00:11:23I am a busy working mom

00:11:25And you throw romance at me

00:11:28And my juggling act goes splat

00:11:30Balls just going everywhere

00:11:32And I will fall flat on my behind

00:11:34Okay, let's unpack this

00:11:36First, you're a great juggler

00:11:38Second, you're also an amazing catch

00:11:41So you're going to have to deal with the fact

00:11:43That a few members of your fan club

00:11:45Will occasionally want to play matchmaker

00:11:46You know, if I get a boyfriend

00:11:48You'd have to cook for the three of us

00:11:50Okay, maybe you don't need a date

00:11:53Hey, you should be in bed

00:11:59I was going too, but then dad called

00:12:01Hey, how's Peru?

00:12:06Ah, frustrating

00:12:08I was explaining to Brooklyn our dig got rained out

00:12:11We're behind a couple of weeks

00:12:12So no Christmas visit

00:12:14That's a shame

00:12:17Yeah, I really tried, sweetie

00:12:18I'm so sorry

00:12:20I miss you, dad

00:12:21I miss you, too

00:12:22But yeah, you should be in bed

00:12:25Thank you for noticing

00:12:26Have a good night

00:12:29And I'll call you Christmas Eve, okay?

00:12:31Love you

00:12:32Mwah, mwah

00:12:34Hi, Mr. Glass

00:12:53Oh, hey, Brooklyn

00:12:56You want your usual?

00:12:58Yes, please

00:12:59But my mom said I have to get the regular instead of chocolate milk today

00:13:03Yuck

00:13:03Well, you could just dip your bear claw in the milk

00:13:06That would sweeten it up

00:13:07Good idea

00:13:08Can I use this, too?

00:13:12All on the same day?

00:13:13It's not for me

00:13:14It's for mom

00:13:15She always forgets to eat lunch at work

00:13:17So I know she'll be starving by the time she gets here

00:13:19Anything for our number one customer

00:13:21How is your mom?

00:13:23Busy

00:13:24She says a lot of people like to buy houses right now

00:13:27Since they want to be all moved in before Christmas

00:13:30Your mom's a pretty neat lady

00:13:32Yep

00:13:32You should tell her

00:13:34Should I?

00:13:36Yeah

00:13:36She loves compliments

00:13:38She doesn't get enough of them, if you ask me

00:13:40Huh

00:13:41Oh, right

00:13:42Hi, baby

00:13:43Can we get it to go?

00:13:45I've got a showing in 15 minutes

00:13:46Oh, I'll grab another box

00:13:48Another?

00:13:50For my bear claw

00:13:51I got you one

00:13:52You're using your free cookie coupon for me?

00:13:55Aren't I nice?

00:13:56More likely, you're hoping to help me eat it

00:13:59Sunny Scout is always helpful

00:14:00Oh, I just remembered

00:14:02Our Scout leader is wanting us to ask local businesses

00:14:04To set up our flyers for the Sunny Scout holiday ball

00:14:07Can I put one up here?

00:14:09Sure

00:14:09It's gonna be a cool dance

00:14:11You should come

00:14:13But you have to wear a tuxedo

00:14:15We actually have to hurry, sweetie

00:14:17Well, believe it or not, I actually have a tuxedo

00:14:20It's for a wedding that got cancelled a few years ago

00:14:22I can't find it

00:14:25Tell you what

00:14:26Why don't we come back again after school tomorrow

00:14:29And you can give the flyer to William

00:14:31How much do we owe you?

00:14:33Oh, coupon and a stamp card, remember?

00:14:36Thanks

00:14:37Anything for our number one customer

00:14:39And our number one customer's mom

00:14:40That's a really nice coat, by the way

00:14:44Oh

00:14:46Thank you

00:14:50It's refined

00:14:51I don't remember this

00:15:01I don't remember this

00:15:03I don't remember this

00:15:07It looks all done to me

00:15:10There we go

00:15:11Wow, we're like tree decorating professionals

00:15:19Totally agree

00:15:20It is like the perfect centerpiece for the holidays

00:15:23Yes

00:15:23It's sort of perfect

00:15:25Of course it is

00:15:27It looks a bit crooked

00:15:29And wonky on one side

00:15:32No, it isn't

00:15:34Yeah, it is

00:15:36That's why the guy at the store called it a Charlie Brown tree

00:15:39It was a panic purchase

00:15:40Hey, a Charlie Brown tree can still be a beacon of yuletide splendor

00:15:45Agreed

00:15:46It's not about the perfection of the tree

00:15:48But the love and the memories we create around it

00:15:51Yeah, I agree with that

00:15:53That's why I love Christmas so much

00:15:55Now you need to get to bed

00:15:58Good night, Aunt Jocera

00:16:02Oh, good night, sweetheart

00:16:04This is from Dakota's visit a few Christmases ago

00:16:17It actually was a pretty nice time

00:16:20Do you still miss him?

00:16:26I miss some things

00:16:28His passion

00:16:31His confidence

00:16:32His stubbornness

00:16:34Not so much

00:16:35I feel this nagging guilt

00:16:42That I can't provide Brooklyn a more traditional family

00:16:45Okay, let's talk family

00:16:47You married a widower

00:16:48With a two-year-old child

00:16:50Whom you adopted

00:16:51So she could have the family she deserves

00:16:53You did that for her

00:16:55And how did Brooklyn turn out?

00:16:58She's a kind, thoughtful, well-adjusted little girl

00:17:02Exactly

00:17:03I love her so much, Sarah

00:17:05I see all the tough things she's had to go through already in her life

00:17:10And it's my job to make sure she's okay

00:17:13What if I fail her?

00:17:16Fail?

00:17:18What are you talking about, Ange?

00:17:20Through all these transitions

00:17:22You've been there

00:17:23Each and every one

00:17:24Right by her side

00:17:25And you know how crazy Dakota is about that little girl

00:17:29Do you think he would have ever agreed to leave her with you after the divorce

00:17:33If he didn't know who you are?

00:17:35You have nothing to feel guilty about

00:17:37Got it?

00:17:41Got it

00:17:41Thank you

00:17:43You're welcome

00:17:44Excuse me, ma'am

00:17:51Do you have any goodnight kisses?

00:17:55Mom, I'm ten

00:17:56They're the best kisses in town

00:17:58Right here

00:18:00Were you working on your Christmas list?

00:18:06Can I see it?

00:18:07It's not ready yet

00:18:08Okay

00:18:10What bedtime story should we read?

00:18:13Could we do the thing where I ask you questions?

00:18:16Sure

00:18:16What do you want to know?

00:18:18Did you like your gingerbread from Sir Bakes-A-Bunch today?

00:18:21I didn't like it

00:18:22I loved it

00:18:23Don't you think Mr. Glass was nice for giving us that free cookie coupon for the gingerbread?

00:18:29It was nice

00:18:30But it was also good business

00:18:32You know how I give out all those calendars

00:18:35And the little notepads that say Angela Bates Realty on them?

00:18:40Don't you think it's cool that Mr. Glass was really good at business?

00:18:43Just like you?

00:18:45I guess so, but

00:18:46Why are you asking me all this stuff about Mr. Glass?

00:18:50It's for a project

00:18:51For school? Like a paper or something?

00:18:53Not exactly

00:18:54Mom, can I ask you just one more question?

00:19:00Is it about Mr. Glass?

00:19:02Nope, this one's for you

00:19:03Okay

00:19:04Shoot

00:19:06Do you think you'll ever want to get married again someday?

00:19:15Why would you think of that?

00:19:17Just wondering

00:19:18Is this because your dad can't make it in time for Christmas?

00:19:23You know it's hard for him to get out of all those archaeological digs

00:19:27No, that's not why

00:19:29I know my dad loves me

00:19:31I never doubted that

00:19:33And I'm proud of him

00:19:34You should be

00:19:35I am too

00:19:37Even though he drives me nuts

00:19:39Besides, you know what?

00:19:44I think

00:19:45The two of us

00:19:47Make a great family too when he's away

00:19:50I hope you feel that way too

00:19:53You're the best mom ever

00:19:56Thank you, honey

00:19:59I don't want you worrying about me

00:20:02Your job

00:20:04Is to be cute

00:20:05And wonderful

00:20:06Just as you are

00:20:07Okay

00:20:10But

00:20:11What, did you get married?

00:20:17Maybe someday

00:20:18If I found the right guy

00:20:20But he'd have to like you

00:20:22Just as much or more than he likes me

00:20:25Or he'd get the boot

00:20:27Now go to sleep

00:20:31I love you

00:20:32Love you too

00:20:33Love you too

00:21:03William, how long have we been in business together?

00:21:11About four years

00:21:12And since I first invested

00:21:14Look at what you've accomplished

00:21:16No, it's been wonderful, truly

00:21:18But you also got your money back in record time

00:21:20Exactly

00:21:21That's why my partners want in

00:21:23Your baked goods are a gold mine

00:21:25You know my concerns

00:21:27I do, and I get it

00:21:28But if we sign this deal

00:21:30We can open two more locations

00:21:31And Sir Bakes a Bunch will be in every grocery store

00:21:33In the tri-state area

00:21:35That's my boy

00:21:36Hold on a second, Mom

00:21:38Look, you have the expansion starting in January

00:21:40That's way too fast

00:21:41When we opened this place, it was fast

00:21:43We threw caution to the wind

00:21:45And we signed that lease

00:21:46Listen to your mother, William

00:21:47Business is like baking

00:21:49If you keep something in the oven for too long

00:21:51It'll get tough

00:21:51And nobody will want it anymore

00:21:53I just want to be able to guarantee

00:21:54My level of quality

00:21:56You'll be overseeing everything

00:21:58I just don't like it

00:21:59But you aren't saying no

00:22:00I'll leave the contract here for you to go over

00:22:02Netta, you work on him

00:22:04You know I will

00:22:05Mmm, see?

00:22:11Delicious

00:22:12Hey, Brooklyn

00:22:18Let me guess

00:22:19Bearclaw

00:22:20I'm going to wait for my mom

00:22:22She really liked her gingerbread man yesterday

00:22:24And I think she wants another one

00:22:26She did?

00:22:27Mm-hmm

00:22:28She said she loved it

00:22:30Huh

00:22:31Hi, sweetie

00:22:32Did you give your flyer to Mr. Glass?

00:22:34Not yet

00:22:35But we have time

00:22:36Because I was hoping you would join me

00:22:37For a spot of tea

00:22:38And some gingerbread

00:22:39Aren't we posh?

00:22:41I'm practicing to get my manners badge

00:22:43For Sunny Scouts

00:22:44Oh, okay

00:22:45Well

00:22:46One gingerbread man

00:22:48And a spot of tea

00:22:50You know, I'm really thirsty

00:22:51A spot and a half

00:22:52Coming right up

00:22:53Lady Angela

00:22:54And Princess Brooklyn

00:22:56Ooh

00:22:58Princess Brooklyn

00:22:59That makes me the queen

00:23:00Your tea, me ladies

00:23:03Thank you

00:23:05Mr. Glass

00:23:06Can you sit with us for a few moments?

00:23:09I wanted to ask you about something

00:23:10Sure

00:23:11She has a project for school

00:23:13Um, actually, Mom

00:23:14This is for Sunny Scouts

00:23:16And for you

00:23:17And for Mr. Glass

00:23:18Sunny Scouts help

00:23:19And this will help everyone

00:23:20What are you talking about?

00:23:23Yes

00:23:23I'm a little confused as well

00:23:25Well, last night I was thinking

00:23:27We're going to need all sorts of goodies

00:23:29For the holiday ball

00:23:30Okay

00:23:31And Mr. Glass

00:23:33You make the best treats

00:23:35You should do it

00:23:36Well, I appreciate that, Brooklyn

00:23:38But have you talked to your troop leader?

00:23:40Nope

00:23:41I think you and Mom

00:23:42Should talk to her

00:23:43Together

00:23:43What do I have to do with it?

00:23:47Well, dead mother Elizabeth

00:23:48Doesn't think my mom

00:23:49Is exactly

00:23:50Sunny Scout

00:23:51Mother material

00:23:52She's not wrong

00:23:53But

00:23:54If Mom brought in

00:23:56The most perfect baker

00:23:57For the holiday ball

00:23:58She'd be super impressed

00:24:00Well, I guess I could

00:24:04Give you a catering menu

00:24:06And of course

00:24:07I'd offer you a discount

00:24:08No

00:24:09You have to do it

00:24:10Together

00:24:10And you should plan it out first

00:24:13Den mother Elizabeth

00:24:14Likes things to be

00:24:15Just right

00:24:15Sweetie

00:24:17You know how busy

00:24:18I am right now

00:24:19Mom

00:24:19Please

00:24:20I swear I won't say

00:24:21Anything about being

00:24:22Light to the meetings

00:24:23Ever again

00:24:24Why is this so important to you?

00:24:26I just really like

00:24:27Sir Bakes a bunch

00:24:28A lot

00:24:29Well, okay

00:24:36I guess it would be nice

00:24:38If Elizabeth stopped

00:24:40Tilting her head

00:24:41Sympathetically

00:24:42Every time she looks at me

00:24:43Okay, sounds like a plan

00:24:45I'm in

00:24:46Let's bake on three

00:24:48One, two, three

00:24:52Let's bake!

00:24:54Come in

00:25:02Hi

00:25:03Hi

00:25:04Private William

00:25:06Reporting for duty

00:25:07Brooklyn does kind of feel

00:25:09Like a drill sergeant

00:25:10When she's determined

00:25:10To get her way

00:25:12Come on in

00:25:13Thank you

00:25:13Um

00:25:14This is nice

00:25:15Thank you

00:25:17I wasn't exactly sure

00:25:19What we needed

00:25:20Okay

00:25:20So

00:25:21I got supplies

00:25:22Great

00:25:23And I brought fuel

00:25:24You got any of those

00:25:26Gingerbread men in there?

00:25:27You bet

00:25:27I haven't stopped thinking

00:25:29Of that one

00:25:29Brooklyn brought home

00:25:30The other day

00:25:31Oh

00:25:32They're so cute

00:25:33Yeah

00:25:34Mmm

00:25:36Good

00:25:37So

00:25:40Apparently

00:25:41Elizabeth is into mood boards

00:25:44Okay

00:25:44So I guess we can

00:25:46Cut out some pictures from these

00:25:48Sounds good

00:25:49Hang on

00:25:53I was trying to fix this

00:25:55When you got here

00:25:55This darn star

00:25:57This darn star is crooked

00:25:58Can I

00:25:59Can I give you a hand?

00:26:00No

00:26:01I got it

00:26:01There we go

00:26:03Oh

00:26:04Are you sure

00:26:06I really don't mind?

00:26:08I am perfectly capable

00:26:09Of doing this on my own

00:26:10Okay

00:26:11Oh

00:26:12Whoa

00:26:13Whoa

00:26:13Here

00:26:15Let me

00:26:15Hey

00:26:24I've got markers

00:26:26And glitter

00:26:27It's gonna look like

00:26:29Christmas exploded

00:26:30Gathering our friends

00:26:34And family

00:26:35Around the Christmas tree

00:26:38Gingerbread and sugar cookie

00:26:40These memories are sweet

00:26:44This one

00:26:45Right here

00:26:46Hey

00:26:48Alright

00:26:53You ready for this?

00:26:56Ta-da

00:26:57Ta-da

00:26:58Yeah

00:26:59There's more

00:27:00Pretty good, huh?

00:27:03Aw

00:27:03Great

00:27:04Here you go

00:27:07My signature

00:27:10Peppermint mocha

00:27:12Ooh

00:27:12Wow

00:27:13That's good

00:27:20That's really good

00:27:22You have an amazing kid, by the way

00:27:27Thanks for letting me spend the day with you, too

00:27:29Thanks for staying

00:27:32And-and

00:27:34I-I really appreciate all this

00:27:36I mean

00:27:36It would've been great

00:27:38If you even mentioned my name for the gig

00:27:40But this is

00:27:40Next level, so

00:27:42Today was fun

00:27:45I'm, uh

00:27:49Usually caught up in work

00:27:51And everything

00:27:52So

00:27:53It was fun to

00:27:55Just do something goofy

00:27:56Yeah

00:27:57Mm-hmm

00:27:58And Christmassy

00:27:58Oh, it was definitely Christmassy

00:28:00Yeah

00:28:01Is this

00:28:04Elizabeth person

00:28:05Really as intense

00:28:07As Brooklyn's

00:28:08As she is?

00:28:09Elizabeth

00:28:09Is the kind

00:28:10That gets married

00:28:11Right out of college

00:28:12She lives

00:28:13In a white

00:28:14Picket fence house

00:28:15With her 2.5 children

00:28:17She's a stay-at-home mom

00:28:19That makes everything

00:28:21From scratch

00:28:21I got it

00:28:23And that's great

00:28:24For her

00:28:25She can't see how there's other ways of doing things

00:28:29And doing them well

00:28:30So she feels sorry for me

00:28:31Poor, little, worn-out, divorced, working mom

00:28:35And I get the sense that you're not someone who wants sympathy for me

00:28:40Well, I'm a little bit stubborn

00:28:42Where that's concerned

00:28:43But

00:28:44It's easier just to rely on yourself

00:28:46Then you don't get surprised or disappointed

00:28:49You sound like my mom

00:28:51She raised me as a single mother as well

00:28:53And she's always just laser-focused on whatever she's doing

00:28:58It's like she's always fighting to do the most and be the best

00:29:02I don't see anything wrong with that

00:29:04No, it's not a problem

00:29:05But I think a lot of it just stems from her insecurity of being a single mother for so long

00:29:11I wouldn't call it an insecurity

00:29:13Being a single mom is legit pressure

00:29:16No, no

00:29:17I completely understand that

00:29:19And that pressure can be seriously stressful

00:29:22Like Category 5 stress

00:29:25Sleepless nights

00:29:27Chocolate cravings

00:29:28Hair frizz

00:29:29Sure, hair frizz

00:29:30But

00:29:30Chin breakouts

00:29:31Constant guilt

00:29:33Doing the right thing

00:29:34Yeah, it's a big list

00:29:36Yeah

00:29:42Sorry

00:29:43I was just making a point

00:29:45No, and I

00:29:46I completely understand

00:29:47The

00:29:48The

00:29:48Stress of being a single mom

00:29:51Is not an insecurity

00:29:52It's late

00:30:01Um

00:30:02And Brooklyn's got school tomorrow

00:30:05Right

00:30:05We should probably call it a night

00:30:07Yeah

00:30:08Thank you for the coffee

00:30:10And, um

00:30:12I'll see myself out

00:30:15Good night

00:30:17Good night

00:30:19Come in

00:30:32Hey

00:30:35I picked up that new gourmet coffee we wanted to try

00:30:38Wonderful

00:30:40Pancakes

00:30:41Thanks, but I've already eaten

00:30:43It's Brooklyn's favorite

00:30:45Chocolate chip

00:30:45Sold

00:30:46Wow, that was record timing

00:30:48Well, my rubber arm gets very twistable the closer we get to Christmas

00:30:52I can relate

00:30:53Are you sure this is a good time?

00:30:58Just a usual morning rush

00:30:59Didn't you have that baker guy over here last night?

00:31:02Hey, are you still coming with us to the Christmas village fair?

00:31:08Why are you changing the subject?

00:31:10It should be really fun

00:31:12Mmm, you scared him off, didn't you?

00:31:15No

00:31:16Not on purpose anyway

00:31:21Well, you wouldn't be so flustered about it if you didn't like him

00:31:24His name is William

00:31:27Mm-hmm

00:31:27I do like him, but not like that

00:31:30I am doing this for Brooklyn

00:31:32And so those Sunny Scout moms can stop treating me like I'm hopeless

00:31:36Oh, okay

00:31:39I see it now

00:31:40He's cute

00:31:42Hey!

00:31:47Hi, Auntie Sarah

00:31:48Well, good morning, sweetheart

00:31:50What you talking about?

00:31:52Well, your mom was just showing me the menu for Sir Bakes a Bunch

00:31:55And saying how she can't wait to try these chocolate peppermint cupcakes

00:31:59Chocolate peppermint is her favorite

00:32:01Well, you should take her there soon so she can get some

00:32:04And then she can say hi to your friend, the baker

00:32:07Sounds like a great idea

00:32:09Right?

00:32:10Give me some

00:32:10I'm gonna get ready for work

00:32:12And you two can plot and scheme without me

00:32:14Mm-hmm

00:32:15I'm watching you

00:32:17See?

00:32:21We aren't late

00:32:22For a Sunny Scout, early is on time, and on time is late

00:32:26What a clever little saying

00:32:28It's right here in the handbook

00:32:30Brooklyn, are you getting a cold?

00:32:34Mom, ask her

00:32:35Ask me what?

00:32:36A little more

00:32:37Well, I know we'll need refreshments for the ball

00:32:40Mm-hmm

00:32:40And Brooklyn and I happen to know a very talented baker

00:32:44You know, we have a very rigorous interview process for our vendors, so

00:32:48Oh, yes, I'm sure

00:32:49So we're preparing a presentation

00:32:52With visual aids

00:32:54I see

00:32:54We would like to schedule a meeting with you

00:32:57Oh, well, I just, I don't even have a moment until

00:33:03December 20th at 345

00:33:06But that is cutting it awfully close in terms of making a final decision on a caterer

00:33:10But Mr. Glass is really, really good

00:33:13Well, then we can pre-book a meeting for next year's ball

00:33:17Mom, I think you should give us and Mr. Glass the meeting, Elizabeth

00:33:22Don't Sunny Scouts always try to ensure they're doing their very best?

00:33:29Well, yes, but Mr. Glass is the best

00:33:31So we'll see you on December 20th

00:33:33I'm just gonna clean this up right here

00:33:41But I also didn't raise you just to wallow in mediocrity

00:33:49Is that what you think of this place?

00:33:51We know it's a wonderful start

00:33:53But it's really beginning to be obvious that you're not willing to think bigger

00:33:57Can we talk about this later?

00:34:00Oh, hi, hi

00:34:02Sorry I didn't see you come in

00:34:04No worries

00:34:05Have you met my mom, Netta?

00:34:07Not formerly, but I've seen you here a lot

00:34:10Well, I help out where I can

00:34:11Yes, yes

00:34:12Actually, mom, could you move that batch of snickerdoodles onto the cooling trays, please?

00:34:19Well, sure

00:34:20Um, it's nice to meet you, Angela

00:34:22You too

00:34:23Is everything okay?

00:34:28Yes, um, just some, uh, growing pains

00:34:32I'm in negotiation for some business expansion

00:34:35Well, that's exciting

00:34:37Would you be opening another shop?

00:34:39Yeah, that would be part of it

00:34:40I can help you look at some properties

00:34:42I don't handle a lot of commercial rentals, but I can check what's available

00:34:47You would have time for that?

00:34:49Well, I, I am actually here

00:34:55Because Brooklyn wanted me to ask you

00:35:00If you wanted to go to the Christmas Village Fair with us tomorrow

00:35:04She thinks that we might see something that could inspire us

00:35:08For our presentation to Elizabeth at 3.45pm on December 20th

00:35:13Oh, that's so scary

00:35:14Den mother Elizabeth is giving us a chance

00:35:17Begrudgingly, yeah, so, um, you better bring your sparkle

00:35:21Bring sparkle, okay, I got it

00:35:26So, if, if you want to go to the fair, we could leave a little earlier

00:35:29And, you know, hit a couple of places along the way

00:35:33But, I mean, if it's too much for you, it's okay

00:35:35I know you're busy, too

00:35:36No, no, that would be great, yeah

00:35:37And then afterwards I could take you out to dinner

00:35:39Dinner?

00:35:40Yeah

00:35:40You mean, like, uh...

00:35:43As, not, uh, just as, um, like a, um, a token of my appreciation

00:35:49A thank you

00:35:50Good

00:35:51Yeah

00:35:52Because Brooklyn would be with us

00:35:54Of course, which would be wonderful

00:35:56I wouldn't have it any other way

00:35:57Well, while I'm here, I, I might as well try one of your famous chocolate peppermint cupcakes

00:36:04Oh, yes, good choice

00:36:07I'm sorry, I, I don't mean to interrupt

00:36:11William, Jessica's on the phone

00:36:13Look, can you take a message?

00:36:14She really needs to talk to you

00:36:16The investors had a question about, uh, subbing out some of the ingredients for a few of your recipes

00:36:21Something about cost-benefit ratios, I, I don't know

00:36:24Okay, I'm, I'm sorry, I gotta deal with this

00:36:27It's okay, it's okay, I'll just, I'll just take it to go

00:36:29It's okay, I'll, I'll pack it up for you

00:36:31I, I...

00:36:33This is great

00:36:52Thanks, thanks for pulling me out of the bakery

00:36:55I never get a chance to visit, even though it's right next door

00:36:58Happy to do it

00:37:00Ooh, look, look, look

00:37:04That's a nice one

00:37:05Why do all these snowmen look like they're doing the hokey pokey?

00:37:10Because that's what it's all about

00:37:12But I suppose it does look a little bit like a winter dance thing

00:37:18Wouldn't it be cooler if they're doing something more exciting?

00:37:21Like having a snowball fight or going snowboarding?

00:37:24Action-packed snow globes

00:37:26Hmm

00:37:27Well, we're both entrepreneurs, we have time to make that happen

00:37:30Or not

00:37:32Hey, there's some friends from school over there

00:37:36Mind if I say hi?

00:37:37Go for it

00:37:37Thanks again for inviting me

00:37:41I just wish I'd known it was so chilly

00:37:44I would've worn my gloves

00:37:45Whoa, those are cold

00:37:48Do you have some at the bakery?

00:37:50I don't

00:37:53Um

00:37:53I have an idea

00:37:57Follow me

00:37:58Okay

00:37:59Hot chocolate tastes so much better at Christmas time

00:38:03Mmm

00:38:04Hot chocolate cupcake

00:38:05Feeling inspired?

00:38:06Maybe could be a nice Christmas addition to our menu

00:38:09Oh, look who it is

00:38:16I know her

00:38:17I have some of those all over town

00:38:20It's goofy

00:38:21But it's just one of those things you kind of have to do if you're a realtor

00:38:25Wow, I think you look great

00:38:27And I'm glad bakers don't have that rule

00:38:29What, you don't think your face could sell bear claws?

00:38:32Mmm, I haven't really thought about it

00:38:34Oh, okay

00:38:35Hang on

00:38:36Uh

00:38:37Oh, no

00:38:40Let me see your best smile

00:38:41Oh, perfect

00:38:44Yes

00:38:45Oh, buses, billboards, benches

00:38:47This is going up everywhere

00:38:49Maybe

00:38:50No

00:38:50I don't know if that's going to be benchworthy

00:38:53So how did you get into baking anyway?

00:38:56Um, well, my mom, I love her

00:38:59But she can't cook to save her life

00:39:02So when I was around ten

00:39:05I finally had enough

00:39:06I checked a cookbook out from the library

00:39:09And then I started cooking dinner pretty much every night

00:39:11And then that led to cookies and cakes and pastries, culinary school

00:39:18And that's how I became Sir Bakes-A-Bunch

00:39:21So what about you?

00:39:23Did you always want to have your face on benches?

00:39:25Ha ha

00:39:26I got into real estate kind of as a fluke

00:39:29When Brooklyn's father and I split up

00:39:33I needed to find something that paid the bills

00:39:36But gave me flexibility to be there for

00:39:39It started out as a necessity

00:39:41But I found out I'm really good at it

00:39:44And now I love it

00:39:46Yeah, I can tell

00:39:47Plus it's really important for me to be a good role model to Brooklyn

00:39:52Right

00:39:53I want her to see that women can be independent and successful

00:40:01And I don't want her to be afraid of anything

00:40:04Well, I think you're doing a great job of it

00:40:06Mom, Mr. Glass, you have to come see these Christmas donuts

00:40:14It could be more inspiration for our menu

00:40:16I guess we better go luck

00:40:18I mean, come on, it's Christmas donuts

00:40:21Christmas donuts

00:40:21Wait, wait, wait, but before we do

00:40:24Just stay right there

00:40:26Let me get a picture of you

00:40:30With you

00:40:31You're weird

00:40:32I know, I know

00:40:34But it's part of my charm

00:40:35Oh my God

00:40:36All right

00:40:36Okay

00:40:38Say real estate

00:40:40Real estate

00:40:41Nice

00:40:41Very nice

00:40:43Shall we?

00:40:51Let me get her to bed

00:41:04Okay

00:41:04Sleep tight

00:41:13I didn't even bother putting on her PJs

00:41:33She was completely worn out

00:41:36Yeah

00:41:36Probably are singing

00:41:37I had a really nice time today

00:41:47Me too

00:41:52I can't

00:42:00Okay

00:42:00Why?

00:42:05I'm just not ready

00:42:06It's complicated

00:42:09Is it about your ex?

00:42:12Do you still have feelings for him?

00:42:13Oh, Lord no

00:42:15Absolutely not

00:42:17Then what is it?

00:42:20Brooklyn and I have a beautiful thing going

00:42:23And I can't afford to mess it up

00:42:25Being impulsive

00:42:26Okay, but you know I would never do anything

00:42:30To hurt you or Brooklyn, right?

00:42:33Not on purpose

00:42:34She likes you

00:42:36A lot

00:42:37Let's say we started something

00:42:39Okay

00:42:40And it didn't work out for

00:42:42A million reasons

00:42:44It's weird being around each other

00:42:46And at first I try

00:42:48But then it's just too hard

00:42:49And then I have to ask Brooklyn

00:42:51To stop going to the bakery

00:42:52She's sad

00:42:53And then I'm sad because she's sad

00:42:55And it's all a mess

00:42:56All because something sounded like a good idea

00:42:58Standing here by

00:43:00Christmas tree lights

00:43:02And out there in the real world

00:43:03It's

00:43:04It's not that simple

00:43:05Okay, that is

00:43:07That's a very big story

00:43:10But none of that has actually happened

00:43:12And it doesn't have to be that way

00:43:15I'm sorry

00:43:18Okay, I'm sorry too

00:43:24Night

00:43:33Night

00:43:35Night

00:43:36Night

00:44:02Night

00:44:04Hi there, Angel.

00:44:15Dakota!

00:44:20You're supposed to be stuck in Peru.

00:44:22Yeah, it's a Christmas miracle.

00:44:24We finished the dig a week early, so I charted a boat down the Amazon

00:44:26and then somehow managed to catch a flight on an old cargo plane.

00:44:29Brooklyn!

00:44:30Shh!

00:44:31She's asleep, and you can't just show up on an ounce like this.

00:44:35You're right.

00:44:36I should have called.

00:44:40Well, I guess I'll have to wait until morning to surprise little nugget.

00:44:44What are you doing?

00:44:45Well, I figure I can bunk here until tomorrow.

00:44:47Dakota, I don't have the spare bedroom anymore.

00:44:50It's been converted into my office.

00:44:51I'll sleep on the couch.

00:44:53Yeah, you won't even know that I'm here.

00:44:55Mind if I grab a drink? I'm parched.

00:44:58What?

00:44:59Tomorrow I'll find a hotel where Brooklyn and I can spend a few days.

00:45:02Have a daddy-daughter getaway.

00:45:04She has school.

00:45:06She's not out on Christmas break yet.

00:45:08She can skip a few days.

00:45:09Okay, okay.

00:45:10We need to slow down.

00:45:13I'm waking up early, and so are you.

00:45:16You are not lounging around.

00:45:18You will not be enjoying the amenities here.

00:45:20After you surprise Brooklyn, check out is 9 a.m.

00:45:25Sharp.

00:45:27You get that little line on your forehead when you're mad.

00:45:30I'm not mad.

00:45:32I'm just not great with late-night surprises.

00:45:34There were pillows and blankets in the linen closet.

00:45:42Help yourself.

00:45:44Sure you're not mad?

00:45:47Goodnight, Dakota.

00:45:48You're not mad.

00:45:49You're not mad.

00:45:50You're not mad.

00:45:51You're not mad.

00:45:52You're not mad.

00:45:53You're not mad.

00:45:54You're not mad.

00:45:55You're not mad.

00:45:56You're not mad.

00:45:57You're not mad.

00:45:58You're not mad.

00:45:59You're not mad.

00:46:00You're not mad.

00:46:01You're not mad.

00:46:02You're not mad.

00:46:03You're not mad.

00:46:04You're not mad.

00:46:05You're not mad.

00:46:06Oh, good morning, angel.

00:46:26Please don't call me angel.

00:46:27Why?

00:46:28That's your name.

00:46:29From the Greek Angelos, meaning from the gods.

00:46:31Angela, an angel from the gods.

00:46:33Shh.

00:46:34Oh, I'm not big on those machines.

00:46:38There's something magical about a good old cup of drip coffee.

00:46:41Great.

00:46:42But, well, maybe you should go and find a place that has some.

00:46:50That's Sarah.

00:46:52Hey.

00:46:55Now that you have a tree, I figured you might need some presents.

00:46:59Sarah, you spoil us.

00:47:01Seriously.

00:47:04Uh, please tell me your ex-husband isn't standing in your kitchen drinking out of your favorite Christmas coffee mug.

00:47:12A Merry Christmas to you too, Sarah.

00:47:16Are we mad about this?

00:47:18He's here to see Brooklyn, and he's leaving to find a hotel.

00:47:22Hmm, okay.

00:47:22Dad!

00:47:30Look at you.

00:47:31Oh, my God.

00:47:34You sprouted like a palm tree.

00:47:36You were one of my Christmas wishes.

00:47:38You were one of mine too.

00:47:41Okay, this is going to be a good old Christmas, huh?

00:47:43Yep.

00:47:44Suddenly it's Grand Central Station in here.

00:47:46Oh, hi.

00:47:51Hey.

00:47:52Oh, God.

00:47:52Oh, no.

00:47:53It's cold.

00:47:54Um, William.

00:47:56I just wanted to come over and apologize for last night.

00:47:58There's no need, really.

00:47:59And I was thinking that maybe we should run over the presentation a couple more times because it's tomorrow, so.

00:48:04So many things are happening all at once.

00:48:06And I did a test run of the hot chocolate cupcakes for our menu, and I was hoping that you could be the first one to test them.

00:48:13I really would love to try these, but, um, I just brushed my teeth.

00:48:17Is Brooklyn awake?

00:48:19Just barely.

00:48:19Okay, great, because I'd love my number one customer to test them too.

00:48:24Sure, why not?

00:48:25This is all going to come to a head at some point.

00:48:26Might as well get it over with before breakfast.

00:48:29Um, William, meet Dakota, Brooklyn's dad.

00:48:33And Dakota, this is William, Brooklyn's favorite baker.

00:48:38We're doing a project together.

00:48:43Hi.

00:48:44Uh, I'm going to go sit on the couch while you all get to know one another and eat these cupcakes.

00:48:49They're hot chocolate.

00:48:54Good to meet you.

00:48:55You too.

00:48:57I'm Sarah.

00:48:58Hi.

00:48:59Perfect timing.

00:49:00I was just telling Brooklyn about my deep desert adventures.

00:49:02Come on.

00:49:03Look, I know it's a lot to take in.

00:49:08Ugh, I've, I just, I got a lot going on today, and Angela's supposed to show up any minute so we can go over the presentation for tomorrow, and I can't even think about that right now.

00:49:18Her ex just arrived in town to spend Christmas with Brooklyn.

00:49:21I can tell you really like Angela.

00:49:24Yeah.

00:49:25I'm just not sure she feels the same way about me.

00:49:28Did she tell you that?

00:49:29Not in so many words.

00:49:31Okay, now I am pushing you.

00:49:34Don't you dare back away from something because you're afraid of rejection again.

00:49:38Mom, Jennifer was a long time ago.

00:49:41I know.

00:49:42But I also know how hurt you were when she canceled the wedding.

00:49:45Yeah, I thought she was going to be the one.

00:49:48Jennifer wasn't.

00:49:50But maybe Angela is.

00:49:52If you think there's something there, and you know what it means to love a family and not just a woman, then tell her how you feel.

00:50:02Yeah, but if there's any chance that Angela and her ex can rekindle, then I can't get in the way of that because that's what's best for Brooklyn.

00:50:15There she is.

00:50:15Okay, I'll sneak out the back and give you two some space, but promise me you won't make any final decisions about anything, okay?

00:50:23Okay.

00:50:24Okay.

00:50:27Hey.

00:50:28I'm sorry I'm a little bit late.

00:50:29No, no, no, no, no.

00:50:30I'm sorry.

00:50:31I should have texted you.

00:50:33I got caught up in a meeting, and I'm still going through all this paperwork for the business expansions.

00:50:37Oh, you want to put off our practice session?

00:50:43Um, yeah, okay, yeah, yeah, I guess, yeah, that would be a good idea.

00:50:48Oh.

00:50:48But I'm totally ready for the presentation, and I'll bake all the goodies tomorrow morning so they're fresh.

00:50:54Okay.

00:50:55No biggie.

00:50:56Okay.

00:50:57Sorry you had to come out all this way.

00:51:00Oh, it's fine.

00:51:01I understand.

00:51:02It was a lovely walk.

00:51:07Are you, um, are you good with contracts?

00:51:17Well, as a real estate agent, I know a thing or two about legalese.

00:51:21Okay.

00:51:22Would you mind taking a look at something?

00:51:25Yeah.

00:51:25If it helps, I'd be happy to be another set of eyes, but it'll cost you.

00:51:31Okay.

00:51:35I've got your payment.

00:51:37Christmas cookies and a decaf cappuccino.

00:51:43For the record, I also take wine and chocolate.

00:51:46Okay.

00:51:47I'll keep that in mind.

00:51:50Um, this is interesting.

00:51:54Oh.

00:51:54Section 9, paragraph B.

00:51:56This gives a distributor the rights to change the font, logo, and product names on any packaging.

00:52:07Well, that's a lot to give up.

00:52:10Potentially.

00:52:12Although you still get to oversee the expansion.

00:52:16Um, you mentioned this was all through an old partner?

00:52:20Uh, yeah, yeah, Jessica.

00:52:23I mean, she's great.

00:52:24She provided half the financing when I opened this place, and my mom and I provided the other half.

00:52:29This is a great deal.

00:52:30So, if you don't want to do it, just say no.

00:52:36Well, it's, it's complicated.

00:52:39I mean, I obviously have a loyalty to Jessica, but this is, that's definitely not what I agreed to.

00:52:46I mean, when I started Sir Bakes a Bunch, it was in my kitchen, and I built it up to this because I was just following my passion.

00:52:56I was never meant to be a manager, answering to a board of directors.

00:53:01Hey, that's why we both work for ourselves.

00:53:04Maybe there's a way to balance it out.

00:53:06Right.

00:53:07And feed my soul.

00:53:11Exactly.

00:53:15I hope this helps.

00:53:16Oh, yeah, it does, it does.

00:53:19And I'm, I'm sorry we didn't get to practice the presentation.

00:53:23It's all good.

00:53:24You have a lot on your plate.

00:53:29And I gotta say, you're an awesome sounding board.

00:53:37You're pretty awesome yourself.

00:53:40And, um, honestly, this is all very inspiring.

00:53:44It's a big choice, but you have wonderful opportunities.

00:53:49Yeah.

00:53:51Lots of choices.

00:53:57Anyway, it's late.

00:54:00I gotta pick up Brooklyn.

00:54:02Oh.

00:54:03Right.

00:54:04She's with her dad.

00:54:06He's staying at a hotel tonight.

00:54:08Okay.

00:54:10Yeah.

00:54:11Good idea.

00:54:12And we should be tip-top for tomorrow's presentation.

00:54:15Tip-top.

00:54:16Well said.

00:54:18Um.

00:54:21Whatever happens, I'm just glad we teamed up on this.

00:54:26It's nice to have a partner in something again.

00:54:29Yeah.

00:54:31Yeah, for me, too.

00:54:34Good night.

00:54:35Good night.

00:54:47Listen, Angel.

00:54:47For the millionth time, please don't call me Angel.

00:54:50Did I call you my chuchuzinha?

00:54:53What does that even mean?

00:54:55It's a Brazilian term of endearment.

00:54:57It means little squash.

00:54:59Never mind.

00:55:00Call me Angel.

00:55:01Well, Angel, I've had a lot of time to think on this last dig.

00:55:05My days are filled with my work, but my nights are hot and long in the desert.

00:55:11Hot in the desert.

00:55:13You don't say.

00:55:14Yeah, well, there's nothing to do but sleep.

00:55:17Uh-huh.

00:55:17Those long, lonely nights, I kept dreaming of one thing.

00:55:22Hello, Angela.

00:55:23How are you today?

00:55:25Fine.

00:55:26And how are you?

00:55:27Can't complain.

00:55:27Just busy as a beaver getting ready for the holiday ball.

00:55:34And this is?

00:55:38This is Brooklyn's father.

00:55:40Oh, the one who's always so far away because of work.

00:55:43And you must be the sunny scout den mother Brooklyn's told me so much about.

00:55:47Oh, guilty as charged.

00:55:48You know, we do the best that we can to help little Brooklyn along.

00:55:52I mean, Angela can't be two parents at once.

00:55:54Bless her heart.

00:55:56I guess if it weren't for you, little Brooklyn will be out on the street

00:55:59having knife fights with the Jets and the Sharks.

00:56:02So, you are an archaeologist.

00:56:10Well, that is a very interesting profession.

00:56:12Bringing history to life, one artifact at a time.

00:56:15I see.

00:56:16How long are you in town, Dakota?

00:56:18Not long.

00:56:19Actually, my departure date is undetermined.

00:56:22Oh, well, then I hope you will join us for the sunny scout holiday ball.

00:56:26You know, Angela hasn't purchased her ticket yet, but I'm sure that's just an oversight.

00:56:29Oh, well, that sounds like a fun way to celebrate Christmas.

00:56:32When is it?

00:56:33Oh, it's coming up quick.

00:56:34It's Saturday night.

00:56:43Tabitha, sweetheart, what's wrong?

00:56:45I got an A-minus again.

00:56:47I thought my diorama of Santa's workshop was perfect.

00:56:50Well, it was perfect because we worked on it together.

00:56:53Oh, don't worry, sweetheart.

00:56:54Mommy's going to fix this.

00:56:55I think that another strongly worded email is in store for Mr. Deakins.

00:56:59It was lovely meeting you.

00:57:04Merry Christmas, Dakota.

00:57:06Merry Christmas to you, too.

00:57:07And I will see you at the rec center, Angela.

00:57:10Not if I see you first.

00:57:15Daddy!

00:57:18Can we go to the Christmas fair?

00:57:19The sunny scouts are handing out invitations for the holiday ball.

00:57:23I don't have your uniform.

00:57:24It's okay.

00:57:25I have my hat.

00:57:25Whatever our girl wants.

00:57:27Mom, you should come, too.

00:57:29I only have a little time before the presentation.

00:57:32Oh, come on.

00:57:33We can drop you off right at the door.

00:57:34You'll still make it in time.

00:57:36Whatever our girl wants.

00:57:38Yeah.

00:57:39Come on.

00:57:45Hi.

00:57:45So, Angel, I was telling you about my nights in the desert.

00:57:56Oh, yeah.

00:57:57Hot and sweaty with mosquitoes.

00:58:00The one thing I kept dreaming of.

00:58:02Okay, I'll bite.

00:58:04What is it?

00:58:05It was you.

00:58:07I want you back.

00:58:09You what?

00:58:10I missed you so much.

00:58:12And being with you in Brooklyn makes me remember how much I love being a family.

00:58:16Well, you always feel this way when you first come back from a dig.

00:58:19And then your itch for adventure starts.

00:58:20And then off you go.

00:58:22It'll be different this time.

00:58:23No.

00:58:25It won't.

00:58:26Then you can both come live with me.

00:58:29So we can live in motels?

00:58:31And see you on the weekends?

00:58:33Dakota, this is why we agreed that Brooklyn stayed with me.

00:58:36So that she can have a stable life while you're off working.

00:58:40Yes, I know that.

00:58:41And I know I haven't figured everything out yet.

00:58:44But, Angela, my angel, tell me you're not feeling what I'm feeling.

00:58:59Stop.

00:59:00Stop.

00:59:00Angel.

00:59:01You're just caught up in the moment.

00:59:04Dakota, we will always be friends.

00:59:06And we never stop being a family because of Brooklyn.

00:59:09But you and me as a thing, it's over.

00:59:13And deep down you know that that's true.

00:59:20Oh, well.

00:59:22Can't blame a guy for trying, right?

00:59:28Oh, good.

00:59:29You're here.

00:59:29I need to leave for the presentation soon.

00:59:31So maybe you can take over.

00:59:32I have tried to be patient and let you wade through all this silliness on your own.

00:59:35But I think you've got too much flour in your eyes to see what's right in front of your face.

00:59:40What did I do?

00:59:41I know you want to be with Angela.

00:59:43But you're going to wait around and let that ex-husband of hers just dig his way back into her life.

00:59:48I told you.

00:59:48Angela is not...

00:59:48No, you didn't tell me anything except you're just giving up.

00:59:53If you want to be with Angela, then you need to go to her and tell her how you feel.

00:59:57But what if she chooses him instead?

01:00:07Then at least you'll know you did everything you could.

01:00:10Did you know that gingerbread houses originated in Germany?

01:00:23Yeah, they became popular in the 1800s around the time the fairy tale Hansel and Gretel was published.

01:00:28But that was a witch house.

01:00:30So why don't we make these for Halloween instead of Christmas?

01:00:35We don't have a definitive answer to that.

01:00:37But I think it's because Santa likes gingerbread houses.

01:00:41I like it too.

01:00:43They're delicious.

01:00:45Hey, you're messing with our design.

01:00:50Dad?

01:00:51Yes, sweetheart?

01:00:52Do you like William?

01:00:54He seems nice enough.

01:00:56Makes a mean hot chocolate cupcake.

01:00:59I like William a lot.

01:01:01Not as much as you a lot, but I really like him.

01:01:05Okay.

01:01:06And you know Mom.

01:01:08Well, she's a really smart lady.

01:01:11Smartest lady I know besides you.

01:01:13But she's not really smart about love stuff.

01:01:18Well, I think I know where this is going.

01:01:23You do?

01:01:25Yeah.

01:01:25Well, when it comes to love, your dad definitely knows a thing or two.

01:01:32I already talked to her.

01:01:34You did?

01:01:35Yeah, today when we were at the fair and you were handing out invites.

01:01:38Well, what did she say?

01:01:39She said it's not going to happen, sweetie.

01:01:44No matter how much you might want it to.

01:01:47How did you know I wanted it to happen?

01:01:50Well, it's perfectly natural for a little girl to want her mother to have love.

01:01:55But it's a no-go for your mother, sweetie.

01:02:00And if I'm being honest, for me too.

01:02:03Why is it a no-go for you?

01:02:06Well, there's things about grown-ups that are hard to understand.

01:02:09But all you need to know is that I'm always going to be looking out for what's best for you.

01:02:14Okay.

01:02:17Now, let's finish up this gingerbread house.

01:02:21And then I'm going to teach you about how the Council of Tours established the first Christmas tide in the year 567.

01:02:27Um, I need to put away my school stuff.

01:02:31Okay, honey.

01:02:31Okay.

01:02:31Let's go.

01:03:01I'm the one who's supposed to be late all the time.

01:03:07Hey, I know.

01:03:07I'm sorry.

01:03:07I was ready to go, but then my mom showed up and she started talking to me about-

01:03:10Is it about the expansion?

01:03:11Is everything okay?

01:03:12Yes.

01:03:13I mean, yeah, I hope so.

01:03:14I think so.

01:03:17Are we ready?

01:03:23Yeah.

01:03:23Yes.

01:03:24Ready.

01:03:29So as you can see,

01:03:30Sir Bakes a Bunch offers a variety of treats and an unparalleled level of quality.

01:03:36Yes, but will it be Christmassy?

01:03:40Christmassy?

01:03:42Ta-da!

01:03:45Christmassy is one of our favorite words.

01:03:47So one of our ideas is a cupcake table inspired by holiday beverages.

01:03:53Isn't that clever?

01:03:55We have hot chocolate, eggnog, spiced apple cider, and peppermint mocha inspired by Angela.

01:04:09I don't know which one to try first.

01:04:11It's very rich.

01:04:41I don't think I could have much more than this, but then again, I've never had much

01:04:47of a sweet tooth.

01:04:48All in all, it's good.

01:04:52Okay.

01:04:52I also have cookies to sample, and of course I take requests, anything-

01:04:57No, I think I have seen everything I need.

01:04:59Thank you both so much for your time, and I will have an answer for you by tomorrow.

01:05:03Wait, that's it?

01:05:06We have a slide presentation.

01:05:07I can email it to you.

01:05:09No need.

01:05:11Gotta get back home to the fam.

01:05:12We are packing Christmas blessing bags for the homeless.

01:05:18Okay.

01:05:20Turn the lights off on your way out.

01:05:21I can't read her.

01:05:24Was that friendly?

01:05:25She took one bite of one cupcake.

01:05:28I hope she doesn't say no just because I suggested you.

01:05:31Why would anyone say no to you?

01:05:32I should get going.

01:05:39Actually, can I talk to you for a second?

01:05:43Dakota and Brooklyn are doing something crafty at my place.

01:05:47You gotta go see Dakota.

01:05:49I need to monitor the damage.

01:05:53Glitter.

01:05:54Glue.

01:05:56Right.

01:05:56You were wonderful.

01:06:00You were wonderful.

01:06:03Thank you so much.

01:06:14I'll let you know when I hear back from Elizabeth.

01:06:17Okay.

01:06:26Oh, shit.

01:06:39Oh, dear.

01:06:56Hello?

01:07:06Hey.

01:07:06Oh, it's just you, Sarah.

01:07:08What?

01:07:09No, no, no.

01:07:09I didn't mean it like that.

01:07:11I'm just waiting to hear if Elizabeth pick William for the holiday ball.

01:07:14Oh, my God.

01:07:15No signs yet.

01:07:16Why are you calling me?

01:07:17Where are you?

01:07:17The suspense was killing me, but I didn't want to bug you.

01:07:20So?

01:07:21No updates?

01:07:22Nothing.

01:07:23What's taking us so long?

01:07:24I don't know, and it's driving me crazy.

01:07:27This is dumb.

01:07:28Hang up.

01:07:28Bye.

01:07:30So, what are you going to do if she says no?

01:07:34I don't want to tell William that.

01:07:36Or Brooklyn.

01:07:38She'd be really upset.

01:07:40Okay, then.

01:07:40We're going to manifest success.

01:07:43Elizabeth will pick Sir Bakes a Bunch.

01:07:46Maybe it might be better if she didn't.

01:07:48Okay, now you're going to have to make up your mind.

01:07:50I'm just very confused.

01:07:52If William is at that ball, I think I might be more confuser.

01:07:56That's not a word.

01:07:57I know.

01:07:58That's how confused I am.

01:08:00Tell William that you want something more than a friendship.

01:08:05I'm scared, too.

01:08:06Why?

01:08:07There literally could not be a nicer guy on the planet.

01:08:10And he and Brooklyn get along amazingly.

01:08:12I just don't want to mess everything up.

01:08:15Why can't things just stay the same and everyone be happy?

01:08:19Because you wouldn't be happy.

01:08:22Not if you went the rest of your life wondering what if.

01:08:26Safe and happy are not the same thing.

01:08:30It's adjacent.

01:08:31I don't want to start needing somebody.

01:08:38Needing someone is not a weakness if it's a real partner.

01:08:43Someone who inspires you.

01:08:45Someone who pushes you.

01:08:46You know?

01:08:48Someone who teaches you how to bake.

01:08:49It's Elizabeth.

01:08:55Get it.

01:08:56Hello, Elizabeth.

01:08:58Good morning to you, too.

01:09:09Hi.

01:09:10Hey.

01:09:11What's wrong?

01:09:16You talked to Elizabeth.

01:09:19Bad news.

01:09:21She said she picked a baker who was throwing in a full animatronic Christmas display.

01:09:30Oh, I guess it's okay.

01:09:33I'm just worried that Brooklyn will be upset now.

01:09:35Oh, she will be.

01:09:37What do we do?

01:09:38Should I make more bear claws?

01:09:40No, I'll tell her.

01:09:42You don't have to worry about it.

01:09:43Well, I don't want to put that all on you.

01:09:45I'm fine.

01:09:46Really.

01:09:47It's probably best that we don't confuse her anymore anyways.

01:09:51What do you mean?

01:09:52Why would she be confused?

01:09:55I found this.

01:10:00I think this is supposed to be you and I at the holiday ball.

01:10:07She's pretty clever, that kid, isn't she?

01:10:10Too clever.

01:10:11So what do we do?

01:10:13Well, like I said, I don't think we should do anything.

01:10:17I'm gonna sit her down and explain that I love her and I'm glad she wants me happy,

01:10:22but she doesn't get to make decisions about who I fall in love with.

01:10:27Right.

01:10:30Yeah, of course.

01:10:32Only you can do that.

01:10:37And I've got to deal with Dakota, too.

01:10:39Of course.

01:10:40It is gonna be a fun night.

01:10:42Right.

01:10:42Yeah, and now that he's back in town, you have a chance to be a family.

01:10:46I told you I didn't...

01:10:47Don't worry, Angela.

01:10:48I'm not gonna stand in the way of you or Brooklyn's happiness.

01:10:51I didn't...

01:10:52You've built this life, and even if it doesn't work out between you and Dakota in the end,

01:10:57I mean, maybe you don't have room for anybody in your life right now,

01:11:00and there's nothing wrong with that.

01:11:01I mean, that makes sense, because Brooklyn should be your focus.

01:11:05William...

01:11:05Angela, I'm trying to make this easier for you.

01:11:09Okay, truly, no hard feelings.

01:11:13But...

01:11:13And Brooklyn will always be my number one customer,

01:11:16and you can have as many free gingerbread men as you want, whenever you want them.

01:11:26Great.

01:11:28Thanks.

01:11:30I'm glad we're on the same page.

01:11:32Same page.

01:11:35Well, I should go.

01:11:37I have a house to show.

01:11:38Okay.

01:11:39And I'll...

01:11:40I'll see you around.

01:11:43Whenever.

01:11:45Whenever.

01:12:05Bye, Nat.

01:12:05Did you two talk it out?

01:12:11Something like that.

01:12:14Merry Christmas.

01:12:16Well, I hope I see you before then.

01:12:21Yeah.

01:12:28Sorry.

01:12:29Here you go.

01:12:30That'll be 1098.

01:12:31Hi, Mom.

01:12:40Hi, sweetie.

01:12:44What did Dem Mother Elizabeth say?

01:12:48What?

01:12:49What?

01:12:50What?

01:12:51No, that's not fair.

01:12:55No, that's not fair.

01:12:57She met with a lot of bakers.

01:12:59She had to choose the one she thought was best.

01:13:00Mr. Glass is the best.

01:13:02You know that.

01:13:03I do think he is a really good baker.

01:13:05Were you nice to her?

01:13:06Yes, I was nice to her.

01:13:10Were you late?

01:13:11No, she hates it when you're late.

01:13:13Brooklyn.

01:13:14Where's Dad?

01:13:15I told him I'd pick you up so I could tell you about everything.

01:13:18Can you take me to him?

01:13:19Of course I will.

01:13:24Right now?

01:13:27Okay.

01:13:36Brooklyn.

01:13:37I know that you're upset with me and you need to tell me why.

01:13:42Because you never want any help.

01:13:44But you always tell me to ask for help when I need it because you said that's the brave

01:13:48way to deal with things.

01:13:49I know.

01:13:50Then why do you want to be alone like forever or something?

01:13:54That's not brave.

01:13:58Brooklyn, we need to talk about the drawing you made.

01:14:02Was that supposed to be Mr. Glass and I?

01:14:04Mom, how did you find that?

01:14:05I didn't see it on purpose, but we need to talk about it.

01:14:10No, we don't.

01:14:11Because you don't like Mr. Glass and you said it's a no-go.

01:14:15And I was only trying to help you feel better.

01:14:18But just like always, you never want any help.

01:14:22So, can I go see Dad?

01:14:29Okay, baby.

01:14:31Let's go.

01:14:41Hello?

01:14:49Sunny Scout Community Holiday Ball Central.

01:14:51How can I help you?

01:14:53Oh, Lawrence.

01:14:54Queen, when can we expect you?

01:14:55I've got the goodie table all ready for you.

01:14:58What?

01:15:00I don't care if you had your appendix taken out.

01:15:02You should have called me.

01:15:04Well, it is not my fault you are under anesthesia.

01:15:06Okay, listen, I don't have time to talk to you about this.

01:15:12Whoa.

01:15:13Why is everyone so bad at everything?

01:15:15Lighting check.

01:15:18Elizabeth, you seem upset.

01:15:22Well, of course I'm upset.

01:15:23Our caterer just canceled and the ball is at six hours.

01:15:27There's always store-by.

01:15:29What?

01:15:30Are you out of your mind?

01:15:32Maybe all of us moms can make something and bring it.

01:15:35Like those tubes of cookie dough.

01:15:37They're so easy.

01:15:39Okay, this is a ball.

01:15:40This is not a picnic.

01:15:42This is not a birthday party.

01:15:45I have an idea.

01:15:47Oh, Brooklyn, dear.

01:15:49You are so sweet, but I think this problem is just a little beyond you.

01:15:53Dead mother Elizabeth, you taught me that a Sunny Scout never gives up.

01:15:57And she learns to be resourceful.

01:15:59Even in a pinch.

01:16:02I did teach you that.

01:16:04It's right in the handbook.

01:16:06I think we should ask Mr. Glass.

01:16:08Oh, Brooklyn, no, it's way too late for that.

01:16:10I think he can do it.

01:16:11We just have to ask for his help.

01:16:13I don't think he wants to see me.

01:16:15You won't know unless you go.

01:16:17Oh, that's a good rhyme.

01:16:18Why?

01:16:19Can you both be quiet?

01:16:22Angela.

01:16:22I would be forever grateful if you could just go and speak to Sir Bakes-A-Bunch.

01:16:33Indebted.

01:16:35For eternity.

01:16:36It's brave to ask for help.

01:16:43It's brave to ask for help.

01:16:47Okay.

01:16:48I'll do it.

01:16:50I'm going to Sir Bakes-A-Bunch.

01:16:52I'm coming with you.

01:16:53Okay, keep me posted.

01:16:57And Godspeed.

01:17:00This is awesome.

01:17:02Okay, back to work, please.

01:17:03I'm coming with you.

01:17:34I feel like we pushed you into it.

01:17:36No, Mom, I'm not doing this for you or for Jessica.

01:17:39I'm doing this for me.

01:17:41And we can open a store in Hallsville, and I can manage from there.

01:17:46That way I can spend more time there, less time here.

01:17:50There's less chance that I'll run into them.

01:17:53Oh, William.

01:17:54Mom, it's okay.

01:18:02Hey!

01:18:03Hello.

01:18:06It looks like I'm interrupting something.

01:18:07I am so sorry.

01:18:08It's okay.

01:18:09Is that the...

01:18:10Contract?

01:18:11I was just about to sign it.

01:18:12Oh.

01:18:13Then this might be pretty bad timing.

01:18:15Why is it bad timing?

01:18:16We have a problem, and I need someone to solve it right away, and the person I want to help

01:18:23me solve it is you.

01:18:25Good job, Mom.

01:18:25Yeah, of course.

01:18:26Whatever you need.

01:18:27Anything.

01:18:28Oh, good God.

01:18:28What is it now?

01:18:29The person who was supposed to do the goodie table at the ball canceled because his stupendous

01:18:36burst.

01:18:37Appendix.

01:18:38His appendix burst.

01:18:40And we need you to do it instead.

01:18:42It's going to be better anyways, but it's in...

01:18:45It's in six hours.

01:18:46It's okay.

01:18:47I'll do it.

01:18:49Oh.

01:18:49Um, and, uh, would you want to go to the ball with me?

01:18:53What?

01:18:56Would you do me the honor of being my date for the Sunny Scout Community Holiday Ball?

01:19:03Yes.

01:19:04Yes.

01:19:05Yes, thank you.

01:19:06I thought they'd never figure it out.

01:19:08Are you going to sign the contract?

01:19:10Actually, I don't think I will.

01:19:12I'm a baker.

01:19:13I'm not a manager, Jessica.

01:19:14I need to follow my heart on this one.

01:19:17Deal's off.

01:19:18Netta.

01:19:19Merry Christmas, Jessica.

01:19:22We've got some baking to do.

01:19:23Let's go.

01:19:24Let's go.

01:19:27Do you hear the sound?

01:19:30Jingle, jingle.

01:19:32Bells are ringing in our right now.

01:19:34This is the greatest gift.

01:19:38Gotta give it, give it.

01:19:40I'll quit the way.

01:19:43Wow.

01:19:44Angela, you and Mr. Glass really came through.

01:19:47I feel like I owe you an apology.

01:19:51For underestimating me?

01:19:53You could say that.

01:19:56Apology accepted.

01:19:58And I'm glad I could help.

01:20:00But I didn't do it for you.

01:20:02No, of course not.

01:20:03You did it for the Sunny Scales.

01:20:07I did it for that beautiful young lady dancing right over there.

01:20:11Here you go.

01:20:26Merry Christmas.

01:20:28I'll have one of those hot chocolate cupcakes, please.

01:20:34Yeah.

01:20:35Of course.

01:20:36Of course.

01:20:42Yeah.

01:20:44She's an incredible woman.

01:20:49Yeah.

01:20:50She really is.

01:20:53Oh, my God.

01:20:54Yes, sir.

01:20:56And an incredible mom.

01:21:00So you two are, uh...

01:21:02Yeah.

01:21:03I think, uh...

01:21:05Maybe we are.

01:21:08Well...

01:21:09I just want you to know what makes Angela happy and Brooklyn happy.

01:21:14Makes me happy.

01:21:14So even though this isn't exactly the perfect arrangement...

01:21:20To new friends.

01:21:26To new friends.

01:21:34Hey, why don't I take over for a few minutes?

01:21:38Really?

01:21:39That...

01:21:40Yeah.

01:21:51You're welcome.

01:21:52Yes.

01:21:53Good.

01:21:55Excuse me, miss.

01:21:57May I cut in?

01:22:03May I have this dance?

01:22:09Now, I know you are perfectly capable.

01:22:13Of dancing on your own.

01:22:18Shush.

01:22:20It's more fun dancing together.

01:22:28Tomorrow's Christmas Eve.

01:22:31It is, isn't it?

01:22:32I was thinking.

01:22:36I know all of us together may not make a traditional family.

01:22:43It's happy.

01:22:44It needs to get the cupcakes.

01:22:45But...

01:22:46We make a great one.

01:22:52What are you saying?

01:22:53Would you like to spend this Christmas with us?

01:23:01Just this Christmas?

01:23:03It's a good start.

01:23:05Make a dream.

01:23:06Because you're the perfect gift to me.

01:23:07But you're the perfect gift to me.

01:23:13I'll be honest for Christmas.

01:23:18Say that you'll be mine.

01:23:25Under the glow, in the falling snow

01:23:32To say that you're mine

01:23:37Under the glow, in the falling snow

01:23:45To say that you'll be mine

01:23:55Under the glow, in the falling snow

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