Beyond the Gates - Season 1 Episode 179

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00:00But you look so hot running down that field with those flags flying from your belt.

00:04It was the flags you were supposed to grab, not me.

00:07Oh, like this?

00:14Wow, look at that.

00:16What is this?

00:19Did you do all of this?

00:20I did.

00:22Samantha, this is beautiful.

00:24I know June hasn't had a real home in years,

00:26and I just wanted to make sure it was a nice Thanksgiving for her.

00:30Aw, come on, V.

00:32How do you?

00:34Showers before hugs.

00:36Yeah, yeah, fair enough.

00:37Yeah.

00:42Parents.

00:48I'm so glad you suggested coming here for dinner.

00:52So many new takes on the traditional Thanksgiving menu.

00:55Yeah, well, I'm glad you were up for it.

00:57And this way, we can focus on one another.

00:59Instead of spending the whole day cooking and cleaning.

01:02Aw, how you spoil me, Bill.

01:04He's a fool.

01:05Today and forever.

01:08Mr. and Mrs. Dupree, happy Thanksgiving.

01:10And a wonderful Thanksgiving to you too, Eugene.

01:13Happy Thanksgiving.

01:14Allow me to escort you both to the table?

01:16Please.

01:16Why in the world would the Dupree's be here?

01:25Don't they have a chef at home who could whip up a feast for them?

01:28Yeah, but they always give Rowena Thanksgiving day off to be with our own family.

01:32You know, and coming here to the club is their tradition.

01:34What's the matter, love?

01:37I was just thinking we're such a smaller group this year.

01:40Yes.

01:42But for the best possible reasons, our grandchildren have all found love.

01:47Just one more thing to be thankful for.

01:49Last Thanksgiving, I wasn't fully divorced, so you and I couldn't spend it here.

01:55But now we can, and that's what counts.

01:58Bill, you knew that your ex and her family would be here, and you brought me here anyway?

02:04Why would you do that?

02:06And what are you thinking now?

02:09Well, I was thinking the things to be grateful for are piling up.

02:16Thankfully, Bill is our former son-in-law, and he is sitting way over there and not over here.

02:28Happy Thanksgiving, Isaiah.

02:29You're looking dapper.

02:31Have a seat.

02:34Happy Thanksgiving, Mr. and Mrs. Dupree.

02:35I appreciate the invite.

02:37Please, just call us Anita and Vernon.

02:42Honestly, Haley, I didn't realize it would be such an issue.

02:46We've been living behind these gates nearly a year now.

02:48We've managed to coexist.

02:51Okay.

02:52If you're uncomfortable, we can go somewhere else.

02:56It's fine.

02:57We're here now.

02:59Might as well stay.

03:16Bye-bye.

03:22Bye-bye.

03:23It smells incredible in here, like extra incredible.

03:47That is Orphe Jean's famous fried turkey.

03:50Your mouth is watering now.

03:52The taste buds are going to be dancing in here.

03:54I guarantee it's the best you've ever had.

03:56I don't think I've ever had fried turkey.

03:59Oh, well you're in for a treat.

04:02I'm stoked to be spending our first Thanksgiving together anyway.

04:06And I also get that this is a tough day for you, your first Thanksgiving without Nicole.

04:13Nicole, I'm sure you've met Jacob's brother Isaiah.

04:17Yes, we met way back.

04:19My kids told me that they ran into you.

04:22Yeah.

04:23It's good to have you back again.

04:25Oh, thank you.

04:27Will Martin and Kat be here?

04:28No.

04:29Martin is celebrating Thanksgiving at home with his family and Kat is out of town with her

04:34boyfriend.

04:35Yeah, Tomas.

04:36He helped me with my employment contract.

04:38Seems like a nice guy.

04:40Kat is fond of him.

04:42Will Vanessa be joining us?

04:44No.

04:45She told me to tell you thank you for thinking about her, but she did make other plans.

04:48Oh.

04:49Well, I'm glad she won't be alone her first Thanksgiving without Doug.

04:53Where are the twins?

04:54They didn't come home from Banneker?

04:55She went up there to have an early Thanksgiving with them, but she is back now.

04:59Well, I should have known not to worry about Vanessa's social calendar.

05:04She has so many clients and connections.

05:06I'm sure she was just swatting away all kinds of invitations.

05:12Hello?

05:13Well, your timing is impeccable.

05:22Dinner's almost ready, and this Riesling is perfectly chilled.

05:28When you invited me to eat with you at Uptown, I assumed we'd have a room full of company.

05:34Uptown is closed for the holiday.

05:38It just seemed like such a waste to have that big, beautiful kitchen go unused, so I spoke

05:45to the owner.

05:46A friend of yours?

05:47No doubt, and today we have the whole place to ourselves.

05:51Impressive.

05:52Well, you've been hinting that you wanted to sample my cooking, so today is your lucky day.

06:00Joey Armstrong, you are one man who never ceases to amaze me.

06:04That's the idea.

06:06I could have sworn I saw the slivered almonds in here.

06:16Oh, I put them in the cabinet.

06:17I had to sneak a few before you put them all in the green bean casserole.

06:21Oh, I see them.

06:23Yeah.

06:24I left the casserole for last, but I promise it'll be ready the same time the turkey's done.

06:30Oh!

06:31I miss cooking with you.

06:33It brings back so many memories.

06:34It does, doesn't it?

06:35Yeah.

06:36Now, we get to make new ones.

06:38Your first Thanksgiving hosting in your own place.

06:42Yeah.

06:44I'm excited about it.

06:45I am glad it is just the two of us in Monash will forgive me for any snafus.

06:49Well, I don't think there'll be any.

06:52Friendsgiving dinners you've had over the years.

06:55You've got more experience than you think.

06:57Thanks, Mom.

06:59Uh, Nicole, these are for your tree.

07:02The holidays are upon us, aren't they?

07:04Thank you, sweetheart.

07:06Isaiah.

07:07I'm so glad you could make it.

07:09It's great to see you.

07:11Bro, I'm glad you came.

07:13You look good, man.

07:14Oh, thank you, big bro.

07:15It's nice to have a place to hang today.

07:17Uh-huh.

07:18Excuse me, I'm gonna go check in with my dad real quick, okay?

07:23Happy Thanksgiving, Dad.

07:25Haley.

07:26Oh, hey, baby.

07:28You look especially radiant.

07:31Must be because I have so much to be thankful for.

07:33Well, as do I, starting with you and your sister.

07:37Since this is a day for it, I will say I am grateful for your improved health since you've been out of the hospital.

07:42Well, that's all Haley's doing.

07:45She keeps such a close eye on my diet.

07:47Only because I want you around for a long, long time, Bill.

07:51Well, Chelsea and I really do appreciate you looking out for him.

07:55Thank you for saying that, Naomi.

07:57I'd better get back.

07:59It seems like a much smaller gathering than usual.

08:02It is.

08:03You know, Chelsea's with Madison and her family, Kat is with Tomas, Martin's family's doing their own thing, and, of course, Mom and Andre are still in honeymoon mode.

08:11Yeah, well, I know they're back from L.A. I ran into your mom here yesterday.

08:15Yeah, they're back.

08:16They just wanted to keep to themselves today.

08:18Same as us when we were newlyweds.

08:20Well, we still are, sweetheart.

08:22We still are.

08:26I did not mean to sleep that long.

08:29Must be on L.A. time.

08:32Uh, wife, what are you doing?

08:34Isn't it obvious?

08:36It's Thanksgiving!

08:37I'm cooking!

08:38You know how?

08:50When are we eating?

08:51Um, the turkey has another hour, and the bourbon-glazed ham is 15 minutes.

08:58Okay, so we'll need, what, about an hour to eat or clean up?

09:03Are you literally counting down the minutes before you can ditch us and hang out with your girlfriend?

09:07Come on, Dad.

09:08This is the only way we get to see each other since her parents made her go to the holiday brunch.

09:13That'll be June.

09:16All right.

09:19Tyrell, this is your first Thanksgiving with your mom in a long time.

09:24And your last one we'll have together before you go off to college.

09:28So, try not to hurry and rush the moment, okay?

09:32Look, guys, June brought a sweet potato pie over from Orphe Jeans for dessert.

09:41How thoughtful.

09:42Thank you so much.

09:43I'll go put this in the kitchen.

09:46Hi, Tyrell.

09:48I pray everything is well.

09:50Yeah, everything's okay.

09:52Happy Thanksgiving.

09:54Oh, here.

09:56So, it's not the Thanksgiving either one of us is used to having, but let's make it a new kind of Thanksgiving.

10:07Tell me something about you I don't know.

10:10Like what?

10:11Like, I didn't know you were a basketball fan until you told me the other day.

10:16Did you grow up playing?

10:17No.

10:18My big dream was ice skating.

10:20No way.

10:21I loved the Olympics.

10:23Like, I would try to recreate all the jumps and spins in our living room.

10:27Mmm.

10:28One time I knocked over this table lamp and Alan got so mad.

10:32So, that was the end of that.

10:34But, mama took the hint.

10:36Then she got me to some classes at the local skating rink.

10:38Mmm.

10:39And, uh, I ate it up.

10:41Mmm.

10:42You know, I can actually picture that little Eva all bundled up on the ice.

10:46How far did you take it?

10:48Um, I dropped it after a while.

10:51Um, it gets to the point where it's all or nothing.

10:54Yeah.

10:55Probably pretty expensive too, huh?

10:58Dana probably didn't have the time or the money to support your interest in it.

11:01Yeah.

11:02Dad, it's fine.

11:04I was no Star Andrews on the ice.

11:07Sorry, Aunt Blake, you too.

11:10Everybody was going over the river and through the woods at the exact same moment.

11:17No worries.

11:18Traffic is a bear.

11:20Hmm.

11:21Eve and I were just catching up.

11:22Well, we were actually talking about things that we missed out on.

11:26Hmm.

11:27Like holiday celebrations as a family.

11:30Don't worry.

11:31We're making up for lost time now.

11:34We've gone over this a few times, Andre.

11:37After my career, I raised a family.

11:39I can cook.

11:40I know you can make an omelet.

11:43Ah!

11:44But doesn't your family go to the country club every year for Thanksgiving?

11:48I remember going when I was younger with my Uncle Ted and Aunt Nicole.

11:52Have you ever actually roasted a turkey?

11:55Or made a whole feast?

11:57Okay.

11:58This will be the first time, but I got very detailed instructions from Rowena.

12:02Mm-hmm.

12:03How hard can it be, really?

12:05I don't know, but hey, I'm all in to pitch in.

12:08Um, I can start by washing some dishes.

12:11Oh, honey.

12:12We don't wash dishes by hand.

12:13We use that shiny appliance over there.

12:18Oh, so the dishwasher is the dishwasher.

12:20Okay.

12:21My hubby's clever.

12:22Now what are we doing?

12:26I'm rinsing the bowl.

12:28We don't rinse either.

12:30My buddy Cascade handles all that mess.

12:34Okay.

12:37So I have time for more important tasks.

12:41Like this.

12:45Okay.

12:46All right.

12:47Let's try this.

12:49Thank you, Cascade.

13:05Wait, something's boiling.

13:06My blood when you kiss me like that?

13:08No.

13:09Something on the stove.

13:10Oh!

13:11Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

13:12Okay.

13:17That was a close one.

13:19No more distractions.

13:20Keep loading those dishes.

13:22Yes, ma'am.

13:23Yes, ma'am.

13:24Um, you know, I still remember when my granny got her first dishwasher.

13:30Huh.

13:31Yeah, she used the bottom rack to store her pots and pans.

13:34She used the top for drying her dishes that she'd already washed by hand.

13:39I actually snapped the black and white photo of her non-traditional dishwasher use.

13:43The one first place at the church for that year.

13:45So granny never ran the dishwasher?

13:47Uh, she came around eventually.

13:53Even taught me the proper way to load it.

13:56But for years she was convinced that nothing could wash her dishes like she could.

14:00Well, there is nothing like granny's love.

14:02But I can't imagine being stuck at a sink washing dishes all day.

14:05I use every shortcut at my disposal.

14:12Yeah.

14:13Okay.

14:14So...

14:15You can do it.

14:18All right.

14:19Place this here.

14:27There.

14:29Dishes done.

14:31Next.

14:32Next what?

14:33Give me something to do the end.

14:35To blanch or to praise.

14:37How do you know these words?

14:38How do you know these words?

14:39You hang around some of the best chefs in the world after fashion shows and you learn a few things.

14:44And because I can cook.

14:46Yes, you can.

14:48I mean, I can cook cook in the kitchen.

14:51Oh!

14:52Well, the more the merrier.

14:53The turkey's in the oven, but everything else is up for grabs.

14:56Okay.

14:57So what are my options?

14:58Well, I decided to keep the menu simple.

14:59So, uh, candy diams, cornbread, dressing, collard, sweet potato pie.

15:05Danny.

15:07And love.

15:10All right.

15:12For you, I have spatchcocked the turkey, prepared pommé du chaise, oyster stuffing, and a pumpkin brulee for dessert.

15:27Those aren't tears, are they?

15:31It's just been a while since anyone went to this much effort to make me happy.

15:37How long?

15:39I can't remember the last time.

15:42Well, that is a crime.

15:47You do realize the only reason I waited is because I knew you were still grieving, right?

15:53I never want to pressure you.

15:54I'm grateful you're in my life.

15:58And Thanksgiving seemed like the perfect excuse to pull out all the stops.

16:04But if it were up to me, every day would be a holiday.

16:09Give me a holiday.

16:19What's so funny?

16:21Um, Chelsea is spending Thanksgiving with her girlfriend's family.

16:25Madison and her mom have been estranged.

16:27But my ever-optimistic sister is pushing for them to make things work.

16:32A lot of parent-kid tips happening these days, huh?

16:36Anyway, turns out Madison's mom is vegan.

16:39They are eating cauliflower steak right now.

16:41That seems like a contradiction in terms.

16:45Mashed rutabaga with dairy-free cheese sauce and a kale and beet salad.

16:51The things we do for love.

16:54But you gotta give her credit. She's got the strength of her convictions.

16:58Agreed.

16:59I am very proud of our granddaughter for putting her taste buds where her mouth is or something like that.

17:06Well, there are a few vegan options on the menu today in case you want to stand in solidarity with Chelsea.

17:11Oh, well. Chelsea can live in her truth and I will live in mine.

17:15Now pass the butter.

17:17So, I thought I could get a few interior designers to come up with ideas and then choose the one whose designs really blow me away.

17:26I know a lot of people have used Quentin Tate, but maybe we want a woman's touch?

17:31So I'm thinking I could contact Keonda Powell and just...

17:39Bill.

17:41I don't know why you did this to yourself.

17:43And don't give me that look. You know exactly what I mean.

17:48We've discussed how much it bothers you that the Dupree's treat you like an outsider now.

17:52But what did you think would happen?

17:54That they'd invite you to pull up a chair to their table?

17:58I did not expect that.

18:00And I didn't want it. I was just, I don't know, distracted by all the commotion.

18:04Now, tell me more about Kiera Powell.

18:08Kionda Powell.

18:11Right. That's what I said.

18:14My famous collard and mustard greens.

18:23It really smells good.

18:25I'm so glad you could be here. I know how many invitations you get.

18:30That's right.

18:31It's my tradition. Here for Thanksgiving, but I make sure to go home for Christmas.

18:37Still, I wouldn't have gone to anyone else's for dinner.

18:41I like the way you two celebrate. No loud football games. Just quiet conversation.

18:48With good people and good food.

18:51And good tips for the best deals online.

18:54Oh, that's right. I brought my tablet.

18:56Okay, good.

18:57And my shopping list.

18:59So we can map out our Black Friday strategy.

19:01Mm-hmm.

19:02I have never understood how you could be so organized about Christmas shopping.

19:06I have to wander and pick what strikes me.

19:10Not this year, friend. I'll show you how.

19:11I keep a spreadsheet to keep track of all my Christmas gifts for friends and family, including gifts from previous years so I don't accidentally repeat myself.

19:22And this is the sweet tea that you told Mom you liked?

19:25You remember.

19:27Of course I did.

19:29And it's just the three of us today, right? You didn't invite Leslie, did you?

19:35I didn't. Although the thought did cross my mind. But I wouldn't have put you in that position.

19:41Well, damn. The chef put both feet and a hand up in this meat.

19:47You ain't never lied. Who knew that fried turkey could still be so juicy?

19:51Mm-hmm. They got a delicious-looking sweet potato pie, too. And a combo.

19:56Okay, I don't think I can even handle anything else right now.

20:01Me either.

20:03Well, if you change your mind, you can go along with me later to Martin's for dessert, huh?

20:07Really, Dad? Thanks for including me.

20:10Martin understands your public family now.

20:14So much can change in six months.

20:18Will Pat be there?

20:19I don't want to cause more tension between her and Martin.

20:23Uh, Kat, I went out of town with Phil Moss.

20:28Oh.

20:30I knew she didn't want to join us for today's meal, but leaving town altogether just so she wouldn't run into me?

20:36Well, I mean, things haven't changed that much in six months.

20:38But be thankful that you at least have a chance to spend time with your brother and your niece and your nephew without worrying about Kat doing a tantrum.

20:50Right.

20:51And can you please tell Martin thank you for the kindness? I really appreciate it. But I did have a prior, uh, commitment.

21:01Yeah. I'm going to the hospital to visit Peaches.

21:03Hmm.

21:04But maybe next time.

21:06Mm-hmm.

21:09Ha-ha!

21:11See?

21:12Perfectly peeled garlic.

21:14Impressive.

21:15So no more talk about how I don't know what I'm doing in the kitchen.

21:18Okay, I stand corrected.

21:20Mm-hmm.

21:22Fire extinguisher. Where's your fire extinguisher?

21:23Under the sink.

21:25Here, here, here.

21:26Okay.

21:28Oh, my God.

21:29I got it. I got it. Watch out. Watch out. Watch out.

21:33Watch my counters!

21:37The marble!

21:43So tell me about your visit with the kids. Are they okay?

21:47Deanna isn't ready to come home yet. Seems like she may never be.

21:51I even offered to sell the house if it would make things less painful, but...

21:54She didn't want me to do that either.

21:57Ooh.

21:58Daughters need their mothers.

22:00I'm sorry she's staying away.

22:03She's just so lost right now, and I have no idea what it'll take to make her feel better.

22:08She seems like the sensitive type, but I suspect that Donnell is looking after her.

22:15I'm actually surprised how much closer they've gotten. They used to bicker something serious as kids.

22:19It's a relief they've gotten past that. I'm just happy that she has her brother there with her.

22:28You're all still tender from what happened. You've learned how quickly life can change.

22:34We certainly have.

22:38I want to make you feel safe.

22:41Not too safe. I know you're like a little free zone of excitement to keep things interesting.

22:46You really know me, don't you?

22:49I like to think so.

22:51And you don't judge me for what or who I am?

22:57Not at all.

22:59How did I get so lucky?

23:01Luck is my business.

23:04Well, I have to check on the dinner.

23:06I'll help.

23:07No, you won't. You'll stay there.

23:10Today, you don't lift a finger.

23:12Isaiah, it's nice to see you again. Looks like you pulled it off.

23:22Pulled what off?

23:24Your transition from black sheep to respected member of society.

23:28You talking about me hanging with the Duprees?

23:30Sounds like a reality TV show.

23:32The fact is, I'm a guest. And that's only because of my brother Jacob.

23:36They're willing to give me the benefit of the doubt.

23:37I was in that position once. Family friend. Naomi's very best.

23:44Then you traded that friendship in for something you wanted more.

23:47What can I say? I'm a fool for love.

23:51You're hardly a fool.

23:53You got that right. I'll see you around.

23:56I didn't want to leave without wishing all of you a happy Thanksgiving.

24:07We have so much to be thankful for this year.

24:10We were all just agreeing how blessed we are that Chelsea came home safe and sound from that horrendous ordeal.

24:17Amen to that.

24:19And Jacob, I haven't forgotten about how much I owe you, Martin and Kat, for helping find my baby girl and bringing her home.

24:27None of us have forgotten.

24:29We pulled together as a family. The way it should be.

24:34Hey, we were just counting our blessings.

24:37As we should. I'm sure you must all be so happy for Danny.

24:43We certainly are. But please don't let us hold you from your own family celebration.

24:50Like I was saying, before it gets too late and Tyrell literally runs out of here, I want to take a moment to express some gratitude.

24:58Samantha, you want to go first and say something you're thankful for?

25:01Sure, Dad. I am grateful for that ham, the cheesy mac and cheese, the turkey, the green beans and...

25:11Really, Samantha?

25:13What I'm being for real. The food slaps.

25:15Okay, but okay. I am grateful that you guys are making sure that I don't grow up too fast.

25:23If you repeat that, I will deny it.

25:26Oh, that's sweet, Samantha. Tyrell, you want to go?

25:29Yeah, beat that, bro.

25:33I'm grateful for Jessica. We didn't meet under the best circumstances, but we've gone to real place. I think I might be falling in love with her.

25:42Wow. Love. Really.

25:45I am grateful for a healthy family and going back to work. It feels amazing to do what I love again.

25:54And I love that for you too, babe.

25:55I am so grateful for all of you at this table.

26:01I am happy to be back home, to be present, to see you grow and become.

26:09And it's priceless.

26:10And I love you all very, very much.

26:16Oh, June, you don't have to say anything if you don't want.

26:20Are you kidding me?

26:21This is all I ever wanted, is to see my children being loved and cared for in this way.

26:32Thank you for allowing me to be a part of it.

26:36This is more than I ever could have imagined.

26:39Thank you, thank all of you. And thank you, baby, for sitting me in between the two of you.

26:48No, no, no, no, no, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait, wait.

27:02Gosh.

27:04I got it.

27:06Okay.

27:08You know what? I am totally in the mood for Chinese food.

27:11Anyway, babe, you don't have to try to impress me.

27:15This isn't about dazzling you with my culinary prowess.

27:20It's about making a special day for you.

27:23You don't say it much, but I know you miss your parents and your family traditions.

27:30Danny, it's been a long time since-

27:31No, wait.

27:34I know I drew a line in the sand about you spending the day with your Uncle Ted.

27:37I took something important away.

27:41This piece of home of extended family that you still have.

27:45And I just wanted to do something that would make up for that.

27:49I just want this place to feel like home too.

27:55Look, I don't mind Seared.

27:58Let's just see, is it still tender on the inside?

28:05Careful.

28:06Okay.

28:07Here.

28:08Let's see.

28:27You know, Eva, your new friend Isaiah is friendly with your brother Mark.

28:33Really?

28:34Yeah, I saw them chatting at Uptown the other day.

28:39So Martin probably won't mind if you invite Isaiah for dessert too.

28:45Hmm?

28:46That's a good idea.

28:47I don't think Martin would mind.

28:49Um, actually Isaiah is with family today.

28:52Oh, I'm glad to hear that.

28:54Got into quite a rift between Isaiah and Elah and they got in a hell of a fight at Jacob and Naomi's wedding.

28:59I'm glad they put that behind him.

29:02And Jacob and Naomi know Isaiah?

29:07I don't know why I assumed you knew that.

29:10Oh, that's funny how that has never come up in any of our conversations about him.

29:17Uh, excuse me, you two. I need to get a pie before they are sold out. I cannot show up to Martin's in the end.

29:24Okay, I didn't tell you who he's related to because I didn't want you judging him.

29:36Yeah.

29:37Like how his family is anyway.

29:40No, you mean like him being from a family of cops, including an older brother who is determined to throw me under the jail.

29:49And not to mention a father who just happens to be the chief of police.

29:53Okay, but he's nothing like them, just like Dad said.

29:59Don't fret, little girl.

30:01I don't have a problem with Isaiah coming from a family of cops.

30:05I mean, it could even work in our advantage.

30:09Connections with a police force.

30:14Now see, that could come in very handy.

30:16You spent the entire morning prepping and cooking this meal and I gobbled it up in minutes.

30:25Well, that's quite the compliment.

30:27I couldn't help myself. It was exquisite. In presentation and in taste.

30:32Joey, you are a wonder.

30:35Well, thank you. And no apologies necessary. I did this for you to enjoy. I'm just glad you did.

30:42Have you ever thought about opening a restaurant?

30:49Why are you laughing? I'm being serious.

30:52I know you're being serious. That's why I'm laughing.

30:55You see everything as an investment opportunity.

30:58I honestly think you could make a fortune.

31:00Yeah, I could lose one too.

31:02That is an incredibly volatile business.

31:05It takes a monumental investment up front and then an incredible amount of time.

31:10You're lucky just to break even.

31:13Didn't you just say luck is your business?

31:15I'll keep my luck and my shirt. Thank you very much.

31:19Sounds like someone needs to remember how much fun losing their shirt can be.

31:25Shall we?

31:39Wait, but I always like to hear Vernon's toast.

31:44Oh, you've got to be kidding me.

31:45I'm going to start by addressing you, Isaiah, because you are the newest member of the fold to join us at this table on this special day.

31:58Welcome.

31:59Anita and I take time every day to practice gratitude.

32:06There's a Bible verse that we return to again and again, which says,

32:13Rejoice always.

32:15Pray without ceasing.

32:18Give thanks in all circumstances.

32:21I admit that can be a little confusing.

32:25How are you supposed to give thanks in all circumstances?

32:30What about the terrible ones?

32:33But I am here to attest that my many years on this earth have taught me the sacred power of gratitude.

32:42And even if you live through crushing disappointments, you can be grateful for the love of those who lift you up.

32:59Someone who has felt the agony of a broken heart can be thankful that they still have the capacity to laugh and find joy in the small pleasures in life.