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00:01:28Oh, can you hold that? Thanks.
00:01:31All right, please.
00:01:43Good morning.
00:01:45Happy first day of spring.
00:01:56Well, that's not happening.
00:02:05Another one bites the dust.
00:02:08I guess I overwatered it.
00:02:10Didn't inherit my grandma's green thumb.
00:02:13Maybe we'll try plastic ones.
00:02:15More efficient.
00:02:16Are you clear on that purchase order variance report?
00:02:19Yep, I'll have it ready for you to review in just a few hours.
00:02:23Also, since my temp contract wraps today,
00:02:25I'm putting together some notes of where I've left off on everything.
00:02:28Yeah, about that.
00:02:30Follow me.
00:02:41Have a seat.
00:02:42You know, Elise, we are so impressed with you here.
00:02:46You're organized, dependable.
00:02:48You're the best temp we've ever had.
00:02:49You catch things in those inventory reports that most people overlook.
00:02:53And that's a real skill.
00:02:55Which is why we would like to offer you a full-time role here.
00:02:58Benefits, stability, a real career.
00:03:01Wow, I'm flattered.
00:03:05It's just, I wasn't planning on staying in Chicago.
00:03:09Ah, so you are stuck temping because you keep moving, right?
00:03:14I suppose.
00:03:16I just haven't quite found the place that sticks.
00:03:20Well, you're good at this.
00:03:21Really good.
00:03:22There's room to grow here if you stay put.
00:03:25Make Chicago and us your home.
00:03:34You know what?
00:03:36You're right.
00:03:38It's time I stopped drifting.
00:03:42I would love to accept it.
00:03:43That's a spirit.
00:03:45I will still need a few weeks in the Driftless area.
00:03:47Wrapping up my late grandma's bookstore, though.
00:03:49No problem.
00:03:50The role starts in a month.
00:03:52Take four weeks to get things settled, and then we'll need you here ready to go.
00:03:55Perfect.
00:03:56I'm finalizing the sale, and then I'll be out.
00:03:59But I am excited to see the apple blossoms while I'm there.
00:04:02Apple blossoms?
00:04:03Like the dessert?
00:04:04Wow.
00:04:05Cherry blossoms really do have better PR.
00:04:08I think those, but on apple trees.
00:04:11Every spring, when the apple trees bloom, the town throws a festival.
00:04:15Local vendors, games, tractor rides through the blossoms.
00:04:18Wow, maybe I'll take my wife.
00:04:20Sounds like something out of one of her romance novels.
00:04:23You know, she's reading this one author now.
00:04:26It starts with a T, um...
00:04:29Tessa Marks?
00:04:30Yes.
00:04:31That's it.
00:04:32She loves her.
00:04:35Well, enough fluff.
00:04:36Back to business.
00:04:38You made the smart choice.
00:04:40We're thrilled to have you officially on board.
00:04:44See you in a month.
00:05:14You made the smart choice.
00:05:14Are you Elise?
00:05:16Yeah.
00:05:17Hi.
00:05:18Um, I'm looking for Molly.
00:05:21You found her.
00:05:22Oh.
00:05:23Wow.
00:05:24Hi.
00:05:24It's so nice to meet you.
00:05:27Sorry.
00:05:27I think I was expecting someone.
00:05:29Someone older?
00:05:30Kind of.
00:05:31Plot twist, right?
00:05:32Um, well, I've been working here since I was 14.
00:05:35The last manager had to step away for some family stuff, so I kind of just stayed on when I
00:05:40started college nearby.
00:05:41But my hours are flexible, so it's worked out.
00:05:44Hopefully the next owner doesn't kick me out.
00:05:47Oh, with your knowledge?
00:05:48They'd be crazy to.
00:05:50I think the last time I worked here, I was a teen myself, so I might be a little rusty.
00:05:56Don't judge.
00:05:57Oh, I only judge on book taste.
00:05:59Uh-oh.
00:05:59Does romance count as a personality flaw?
00:06:02Only if there aren't enough kissing suits.
00:06:05Wow.
00:06:07Somehow this place feels exactly the same, yet completely different, you know?
00:06:12Not really.
00:06:15Hey, those, uh, planters out front, does anyone ever fill them?
00:06:20Normally we hire someone, but winter's just thawed, and I just had my midterms.
00:06:24It's on the to-do.
00:06:25No worries.
00:06:26I've got my own to-do list.
00:06:27I'm procrastinating.
00:06:28I just remember Graham loved seeing them spill with color this time of year.
00:06:32Well, yeah, she definitely had the touch for it.
00:06:35We sure do miss her.
00:06:37The whole town does.
00:06:38Oh, my goodness.
00:06:39I left the back door open to air things out.
00:06:42I guess he wandered in.
00:06:44Meet the neighborhood cat.
00:06:46He just comes and goes, and people just let him do his thing.
00:06:50But, um, oh, your grandma would feed him sometimes.
00:06:53Really?
00:06:53Mm-hmm.
00:06:54I didn't know she was a cat person.
00:06:56Um, well, I'm gonna go get settled at Graham's house next door.
00:07:00If you're okay for a bit.
00:07:02Yeah, I'm here whenever you need.
00:07:04Perks of swim break.
00:07:05Thanks.
00:07:07Thanks.
00:07:31Sorry.
00:07:32I never finished my book, Graham.
00:07:34You were always warm and inspiring, but I don't think I'll ever be as good of a storyteller as you.
00:07:59These books always help me find my way when the world is waking up again.
00:08:03Plant them with care.
00:08:06New beginnings grow best when nurtured together.
00:08:16I sure miss you, Graham.
00:08:18You always did have a way with words.
00:08:27Can I help you with something?
00:08:29Hi.
00:08:30Yeah, I'm looking for some potted plants to brighten up the bookstore.
00:08:34You must be Lorraine's granddaughter, right?
00:08:36That obvious?
00:08:37Well, you have her eyes.
00:08:40I'm Winnie.
00:08:41Elise, you knew my grandma?
00:08:44Oh, everyone knew Lorraine.
00:08:45She was the heartbeat of this town.
00:08:47I actually help with the Apple Blossom Festival and your grandmother used to host readings alongside
00:08:53it.
00:08:53Oh, yeah.
00:08:55I actually just found her books and blooms list.
00:08:57I'm thinking I might host an event in her honor.
00:09:00Just one book, something small, just a little send off.
00:09:04How special.
00:09:05You know, little things have a way of growing around here.
00:09:10Actually, the book nook at the festival was a little tradition that your grandmother started.
00:09:16I think it was her way of putting a final cozy touch on the whole books and bloom events.
00:09:22Really?
00:09:22What was it?
00:09:23It was like a little reading nook, but much more than that.
00:09:27She hid little notes, surprises, or recordings for anyone who looked closely.
00:09:33I think she wanted whoever wandered in to feel like she left a secret just for them.
00:09:40That sounds like Graham.
00:09:42She inspired all of us.
00:09:44You know, we would love to see the book nook again if you could continue it for the spring festival.
00:09:49Oh, I'm not sure.
00:09:52I might not be here that long.
00:09:54I'm only here until the bookstore sells, so I think I might just stick to one book in bloom event
00:09:59for now.
00:10:00Well, we all pitch in around here, so if you do change your mind, the festival committee meets every Tuesday
00:10:07until those trees blossom.
00:10:08Okay.
00:10:09Good to know.
00:10:12So, any idea where I could get some potted plants?
00:10:15Yeah, Whitman's Orchards.
00:10:16They're your best bet.
00:10:18Do you know how to get there?
00:10:18I sure do.
00:10:20Thanks, Winnie.
00:10:21Okay.
00:10:34Hi.
00:10:52Oh, no, no.
00:10:53No, no, no, no, no, no.
00:10:54No, you're not doing this!
00:10:56Oh, gosh.
00:10:57I'm so, so sorry.
00:11:00Max?
00:11:01Elise.
00:11:03Wow.
00:11:04Hi.
00:11:04Hi.
00:11:05I'm still here.
00:11:06Well, where else would I be?
00:11:07This is my family's farm.
00:11:08Right.
00:11:09Of course.
00:11:10I just didn't think you'd still be.
00:11:11We can't all just run off without saying goodbye and disappear.
00:11:15You should really do something about your bee problem.
00:11:18My bee problem?
00:11:19They pollinate the blossoms.
00:11:20That's kind of the whole point.
00:11:21That's how we get the apples.
00:11:23Maybe if you weren't drinking something so sweet.
00:11:24You guys offered it to me.
00:11:26It's a taster just for the entrance.
00:11:28What do you think of it, by the way?
00:11:29At least what you got to try of it.
00:11:33Uh, it's good, but fine.
00:11:35Fine.
00:11:36Great.
00:11:37You may have wasted my entire winter perfecting that recipe.
00:11:40You made this?
00:11:43What are you doing back here?
00:11:45Are you handling the bookstore sale?
00:11:47Yeah.
00:11:48I thought your parents would take care of that.
00:11:50Yeah.
00:11:51Well, they're off on a world cruise enjoying retirement.
00:11:54They're gone for like a year.
00:11:55Ah.
00:11:55So, here I am.
00:11:57Right.
00:11:57I remember.
00:11:58Your family never liked to stay in one place for very long.
00:12:01No.
00:12:02Visiting Graham in the summer was the only constant.
00:12:06I've never been here in the spring.
00:12:08It's nice.
00:12:08You're gonna love it.
00:12:09Spring's underrated.
00:12:10And you'll finally get a chance to see the apple blossoms.
00:12:13I hope so.
00:12:14If I'm still here.
00:12:15But for now, I'm looking to brighten up the store.
00:12:18Make it lively.
00:12:20One last time for Graham.
00:12:22Are you, uh, a better gardener now?
00:12:25I remember you used to kill everything you touched.
00:12:27Although I guess you spent all your time typing away in the bookstore.
00:12:31Always writing something.
00:12:32Uh, yeah.
00:12:34Something like that.
00:12:37Um, I'm just gonna use Graham's notes as a cheat sheet.
00:12:40And, uh, these will do it.
00:12:42Well, are you sure that's the mix you want?
00:12:44Because those don't really complement...
00:12:45Thank you so much for your help.
00:12:47And for the bee.
00:12:50Okay.
00:12:53Good to see you, Elise.
00:12:56Me too.
00:13:09Tell me this one's good.
00:13:11Well, the brand story feels generic.
00:13:13Too heavy on the facts.
00:13:14Oh.
00:13:15Really?
00:13:16I tried every angle I could think of.
00:13:18If you're the distributor, what do you think we should do?
00:13:21Buyers want a standout flavor paired with a distinguishable story.
00:13:25Why the orchard, the batch, why you?
00:13:27Okay, well, I can work on flavor, but I'm not a storyteller.
00:13:32Well, you better find someone quick, otherwise, you know, you can miss your window.
00:13:35Okay.
00:13:36Yeah, you're right.
00:13:42Water daily, except when it rains.
00:13:45But not too much rain.
00:13:47Not today.
00:13:49Shade, but only in morning shade.
00:13:52Who is supposed to remember all of this?
00:13:54You sure you don't want me to just hire someone to do this?
00:13:56This was important to Graham.
00:13:58I want to try and do it for her.
00:14:02Hey.
00:14:03Hi.
00:14:04Uh, did I leave something at the orchard?
00:14:07No, no, no.
00:14:08I just wanted to see how you're settling in.
00:14:09Hey, are you part of the gardening committee?
00:14:12Hard path.
00:14:15Well, do you want me to lend a hand here?
00:14:19Does no one think I can do this?
00:14:20That's not what I'm saying.
00:14:22It's just nice to have some creative input sometimes.
00:14:25Actually, that's why I'm here.
00:14:27I'm wondering if I could get some of yours.
00:14:29For what?
00:14:30That fine cider you tried.
00:14:32It was really delicious.
00:14:34I just...
00:14:35There was a lot happening.
00:14:37Good. I'm glad you like it.
00:14:39What was in that sample?
00:14:40Rhubarb and jasmine.
00:14:42Fascinating.
00:14:42It's part of this fruit and floral blend that I'm trying to expand,
00:14:45but the distributor, they want a story, you know, something to sell it.
00:14:48And I'm not good at that, but I remembered that you are.
00:14:53That part of me disappeared a long time ago.
00:14:56I'm not the girl for you.
00:14:58I think you're wrong.
00:15:02Look, how about this?
00:15:03We do a trade.
00:15:05I heard you're hosting a book event.
00:15:07I help you and you help me with my story.
00:15:10Kind of a teen cider and blooms.
00:15:13It's just a small event.
00:15:15It's nothing big.
00:15:16The Elise I remember always did everything big.
00:15:20Did you really get back to this?
00:15:22Elise, big news.
00:15:24RSVPs for the books and blooms filled up overnight.
00:15:28What do you mean filled up?
00:15:29Well, it was so popular, I added a couple days for the other books.
00:15:33Hi, Max.
00:15:34Hi.
00:15:35But it was just one night.
00:15:36Just a few people.
00:15:38Oh, well, don't ask me how to undo it on the website.
00:15:41I just clicked on something and everyone got excited.
00:15:45Springs was sprouting and you are now a part of the festival, Miss Headliner.
00:15:50Looks like your little thing just got a whole lot bigger.
00:16:22So you liked the cat.
00:16:33Just a little breakfast.
00:16:38Don't get too comfy.
00:16:40I'm not looking for a roommate.
00:16:49What's this?
00:16:54Life may feel bare and empty sometimes,
00:16:56but that's just winter doing its job.
00:17:01Make tea.
00:17:02Open a book.
00:17:03And plant something anyway.
00:17:05There's always a chance to start anew.
00:17:09Graham.
00:17:22What are you doing?
00:17:23Good morning, Headliner.
00:17:25How'd you sleep?
00:17:25Not great, actually.
00:17:27Apparently cats have early schedules.
00:17:30And gardeners, I see.
00:17:32I thought I told you I didn't need any help.
00:17:34Yeah, but the other day I noticed that you got a bunch of fillers,
00:17:37but no thrillers or spillers.
00:17:38Thrill of what, uh-huh?
00:17:40Thrillers.
00:17:40Tall, party in the back.
00:17:42Fillers fills the dance floor.
00:17:43Spillers like to show off, but kind of ties the whole thing together.
00:17:46What do you think of these two?
00:17:47Yeah, you look really good.
00:17:50Um, they look really good together.
00:17:55Hi.
00:17:56Vanessa.
00:17:57Oh, the real estate agent.
00:17:59Hi.
00:17:59I thought you were coming later.
00:18:02Well, I was in the neighborhood, so I figured I'd stop by, introduce myself and take a quick photo.
00:18:07Potential buyer is interested in seeing the details of the shelves inside.
00:18:10Wow.
00:18:11Someone's already interested.
00:18:12That's great.
00:18:13Uh, the faster the better.
00:18:15Yeah.
00:18:15Fantastic.
00:18:16Hey, Max.
00:18:17Hey, Vanessa.
00:18:18How you doing?
00:18:19Good.
00:18:20Oh.
00:18:21We're hugging.
00:18:22Elise, you're in good hands with Vanessa.
00:18:24She's a real real estate shark.
00:18:26Oh.
00:18:27Oh, that's so sweet that Max is helping you out.
00:18:29Actually, I've asked him not to.
00:18:30Well, we're working out a deal, a little quid pro-quid thing.
00:18:33Oh.
00:18:34Speaking of deals, quick photo.
00:18:35Be right back.
00:18:38I appreciate your plant enthusiasm, but I don't want to take your services for free.
00:18:42I don't mind.
00:18:44All set?
00:18:45I'm hoping to have that paperwork to you soon.
00:18:47Amazing.
00:18:48Thanks.
00:18:48I have another showing to get to, but I'll be in touch.
00:18:51Great.
00:18:52Uh, you know, I think I've got this whole thrill-fill-spill thing, so, um, once I have my morning
00:18:59coffee, I'll, uh, get to it.
00:19:01All right.
00:19:02Well, I'm headed to the cafe to get coffee.
00:19:04Do you want to come?
00:19:04I'll get you a coffee.
00:19:05They have amazing coffee.
00:19:07Um, for coffee.
00:19:10For the coffee.
00:19:10Sure.
00:19:11Great.
00:19:12Let me just, uh, get changed.
00:19:14You look great.
00:19:15Oh, okay.
00:19:29Spring showers.
00:19:30Bring me flowers.
00:19:32That's right.
00:19:32So, what's the deal with this mystery cat who decided to wake you up?
00:19:36I don't know.
00:19:37He showed up my first day here and walked into the store like he owned the place.
00:19:41Well, you know, some people say it's an honor if a cat chooses you.
00:19:44Yeah, well, I'm not looking to get attached.
00:19:47It sounds like he's just a neighborhood wanderer who's got a taste for free snacks.
00:19:53So, you're quid pro quo.
00:19:54You're looking for inspiration for the distributor.
00:19:56What have you pitched so far?
00:19:59Um, so, fermentation stats, ratios, fruit blends, all the riveting stuff that only I find exciting.
00:20:09Well, maybe it's not about what's in it, but where it's from.
00:20:15You used to love showing me what was so special about the Driftless area when I'd come to visit.
00:20:20You just have to tell it in your own words.
00:20:24See?
00:20:26You still have that gift.
00:20:28I'm just talking.
00:20:29No, no, you, you could always see what other people missed.
00:20:34You would have got there eventually.
00:20:36Maybe, but I wouldn't mind figuring it out with you.
00:20:40If you'll accept my offer.
00:20:43I'm just too busy.
00:20:45And it looks like the sale on the store might close sooner than expected.
00:20:50Okay.
00:20:53Should we make a run for it?
00:20:55Yeah.
00:21:10Hey, Molly.
00:21:11Hi.
00:21:12We got new books in.
00:21:14Have you read this one?
00:21:19Cat dug up the clover again.
00:21:21Maybe it was the bunnies.
00:21:23They love snapping on it this time of year.
00:21:25Nice try.
00:21:25I caught him red-handed earlier.
00:21:27It was definitely the cat.
00:21:30Oh, thanks for updating this.
00:21:32Oh, no prob.
00:21:34I wanted all the displays looking good for the morning crowd.
00:21:36Wow.
00:21:37This is dangerous.
00:21:39Wait.
00:21:40What if we served these with tea?
00:21:43Small tables, cozy book chat, so I don't have to leave the talk?
00:21:48An introvert's dream.
00:21:49I'm in.
00:21:50Where did you get these?
00:21:52You're looking at her.
00:21:53Stop.
00:21:55Really?
00:21:56What?
00:21:56Baking's punk now.
00:21:59Hey, do you think you'll be able to bake for the event?
00:22:02I love a good deadline.
00:22:04You're on.
00:22:05Amazing.
00:22:24Bare branches.
00:22:25That's fun.
00:22:26Where did this come from?
00:22:28Just a little burst of inspiration.
00:22:30I figured people could write notes and fill in their own blossoms.
00:22:36I love that idea.
00:22:40Something's missing.
00:22:43Maybe Graham would have an idea.
00:22:49Life may feel bare and empty sometimes, but that's just winter doing its job.
00:22:54Make tea, open a book, and plant something anyway.
00:22:57There's always a chance to start anew.
00:23:01There's always a chance to start anew.
00:23:04I have to make something right.
00:23:07This is my chance to plant something fresh.
00:23:09Like the flowers you're trying to do?
00:23:11No.
00:23:12I mean, yes, but more so metaphorically.
00:23:14Like, in life.
00:23:16I'm sick of being stuck in winter.
00:23:18Yeah.
00:23:19Show winter who's boss.
00:23:29Hi again.
00:23:30Hey.
00:23:31I didn't expect to see you out here.
00:23:33I was setting things up at the bookstore and it hit me.
00:23:37I've been getting in my own way.
00:23:39And earlier was kind of proof.
00:23:41I want to help you.
00:23:42I do.
00:23:43I just...
00:23:44My writing so far has consisted mostly of rejection letters and false starts.
00:23:51When you mentioned story, it hit a nerve.
00:23:56I guess I'm afraid to feel like I'm failing again.
00:23:59Yeah, I get that.
00:24:01But, you know, maybe it's good to look at it not as failing, but learning, growing, just moving forward.
00:24:08Yeah.
00:24:10I want to try again.
00:24:12I just...
00:24:13Right now, I feel like these...
00:24:17They're exposed.
00:24:20Here.
00:24:22Put these offshoots in some water.
00:24:25They'll blossom in no time.
00:24:27How long does that take?
00:24:29Depends.
00:24:31Whenever they're ready.
00:24:35So, what do you say?
00:24:37Team cider and blooms round two?
00:24:40Now, are you just saying this because you couldn't figure out those planters?
00:24:44That.
00:24:46And I miss how we used to do things together.
00:24:48Yeah.
00:24:50Yeah, I do too.
00:24:51Alright, I'm in.
00:24:52I'm in.
00:24:54Great.
00:24:55Well, where should we start?
00:25:00Whoo!
00:25:01The weather can't decide what it wants to do.
00:25:03It's raining, it's sunny.
00:25:05Now it is raining.
00:25:06Oh, my God.
00:25:08Is that our little Elise all grown up?
00:25:11Oh, wait a second.
00:25:12I'm soaking wet.
00:25:13I don't mind.
00:25:14Aw, come here.
00:25:17Wow, it is good to see you.
00:25:19You do that just like you, Graham.
00:25:21I feel her presence every time I'm here.
00:25:23Oh.
00:25:24You know, it is so great you're doing the, the bookstore for one last season.
00:25:28You're gonna join the festival committee too?
00:25:29Because I'd really like to get my book note back.
00:25:32I might try to make the next one.
00:25:34But first, I have to get through this event tonight.
00:25:37Oh, I hope I don't faint.
00:25:39Oh, nonsense.
00:25:40I will splash you with water if I have to.
00:25:43I might buy a ticket to see that.
00:25:45Oh, I'll get you right now for free.
00:25:47Oh, I'm already wet. Stop.
00:25:49Oh, I do love a good spring sun shower.
00:25:52Yeah, I do too.
00:25:53As long as it's not too strong and knock the blossoms off the tree.
00:25:56That can happen?
00:25:57Oh, sure. That could happen.
00:25:58But it's part of the process.
00:26:00I mean, you need rain for things to grow.
00:26:02Hey, Dad, I just, uh, set up in there if you want to bring the chairs in.
00:26:05And then I have a few more in the truck.
00:26:06Sorry about all the puddles.
00:26:08Oh, I came prepared.
00:26:10Sorry, I'm in your way.
00:26:13Oh, I loved doing all this with you, Graham.
00:26:16It brings back such great memories.
00:26:18I stayed up all night, but I did it.
00:26:21Oh, wow, Molly, this looks incredible.
00:26:23Don't you have some notes to work on?
00:26:25We can arrange this.
00:26:27Okay, thanks.
00:26:31Why do you look so nervous?
00:26:32You're great with people.
00:26:33What do you have to be afraid of?
00:26:35One on one?
00:26:35Sure.
00:26:36But this was my grandma's thing.
00:26:39I like living stories in my head, not out loud.
00:26:43When I invented a whole fake romance between us, we were teens.
00:26:46Really?
00:26:47Which I never told you about, so you didn't know.
00:26:50Well, at least your imagination has good taste.
00:26:53Hmm.
00:26:54I have an idea.
00:26:55Come with me.
00:27:03No way.
00:27:05It's still here.
00:27:05It's still here.
00:27:08What do you say?
00:27:09Oh, don't even.
00:27:10Come on, one swing.
00:27:12It'll clear your mind.
00:27:12I know.
00:27:13I'm still way too short for this thing.
00:27:14Well, lucky for you, I'm tall.
00:27:15Steady it.
00:27:17Giddy up.
00:27:18Hey.
00:27:21Look at that.
00:27:22Oh!
00:27:23Like riding a bike.
00:27:24Okay, if this thing can't, you are carrying that.
00:27:28Deal?
00:27:29Oh.
00:27:29I lot, don't.
00:27:41Oh, my gosh.
00:27:42Okay.
00:27:42Okay.
00:27:42Okay.
00:27:43Okay, okay.
00:27:46I got you, I got you.
00:27:48I got you.
00:27:49I got you.
00:27:49I got you.
00:27:50I got you.
00:27:50I got you.
00:27:51I got you.
00:27:59Yeah, actually. I feel like I'm 15 again.
00:28:03Perfect.
00:28:05Thank you. I needed that.
00:28:09And I feel more like myself here.
00:28:12Yeah, Driftless will do that to you.
00:28:15You know, I was thinking about your situation.
00:28:18It's kind of like, um, tonight's book, The Year of Waiting.
00:28:22How Charles, he's not happy with his circumstances,
00:28:25but he keeps moving forward,
00:28:28even though he's afraid.
00:28:31I can see some similarities between your situation.
00:28:35You read the book?
00:28:37Yeah, of course I read the book. It's a big night.
00:28:40Sounds like you should be leading the discussion.
00:28:45No, I'm just recycling your insights.
00:28:49I guess I'm full of wisdom you didn't know you needed.
00:28:54But yeah, okay, I can kind of see the parallel here.
00:28:59Don't you just love hate when a story holds up a mirror like that?
00:29:03I love that you love it.
00:29:10Okay, am I crazy?
00:29:12Or is there a vibe between your dad and Winnie?
00:29:19Or am I just making up love stories in my head again?
00:29:22No, no, no, no. You're not crazy. There's definitely a vibe.
00:29:25Everybody sees it except for them.
00:29:29Okay, I should probably get back and finish all the last-minute things.
00:29:34Thanks.
00:29:37I'll see you later.
00:29:38See you later.
00:29:52It's a great turnout.
00:29:57Mm-hmm.
00:29:58I guess people really miss book club.
00:30:00Yeah.
00:30:02May I come in?
00:30:04Mm-hmm.
00:30:12Your grand would be so proud of you.
00:30:17Breathe in with me. Count to four.
00:30:23Hold.
00:30:25Out for four.
00:30:31Okay.
00:30:32Okay.
00:30:33Okay.
00:30:34I'm ready.
00:30:34Go get him.
00:30:47Welcome, everyone.
00:30:49It is my honor to bring back my grandma's favorite tradition.
00:30:53She loved apple blossom season.
00:30:56After a long winter, it reminded her that something beautiful was coming, even if it was fleeting.
00:31:04And that's what this story reflects.
00:31:07The hope, the waiting, and the quiet courage it takes to believe that something new is possible.
00:31:14She believed there's greatness all around us and had faith in the unexpected.
00:31:20On your tables, you'll find little slips of paper.
00:31:23Write a literary love note, something the book made you feel, or something from your heart, and hang it on
00:31:30our paper tree.
00:31:30We'll make our own blossoms inside.
00:31:33Oh, and a huge shout-out to Molly Teller, our resident rock star with the best book recommendations, who also
00:31:41made all of the amazing treats tonight.
00:31:53Incoming. New shipments.
00:31:55Caught Molly wrestling these outside. Figured I'd lend a hand.
00:32:02Whoa, what is that about?
00:32:04Oh, just thought he'd like something comfy for when he pops by.
00:32:07What? It's temporary.
00:32:09Denial is the first step of cat ownership.
00:32:13He's here more than some of your regulars. Does he have a name yet?
00:32:16What do the neighbors call him?
00:32:18Oh, he's such a drifter. Never sticks wrong long enough for anyone to name him.
00:32:22But I guess you're the exception.
00:32:25Hmm. What name suits you?
00:32:27You're always creeping, but it's cute.
00:32:30Chirping at birds.
00:32:32Digging up plants.
00:32:33Yeah, the white clover.
00:32:36Wait, what about clover?
00:32:39He's lucky he found you.
00:32:42Hey, you like the name clover?
00:32:45I bet your grandmother would have loved it.
00:32:52Oh, I'm so glad that shipment came in.
00:32:54I can't find Graham's copy anywhere, so I'll just have to jot my notes down in a blank one.
00:32:59Oh, this title's been flying off the shelves.
00:33:02I'm glad we got the we stock.
00:33:06Uh, Molly, would you finish unboxing these?
00:33:09I'm gonna go work on Max's brand story with him.
00:33:12Consider it handled.
00:33:13Thanks.
00:33:14Max, your dad's pizza night at the tap room is tonight, right?
00:33:18Yep, every Friday.
00:33:19Whole band, pizza, dancing. It's gonna be fun.
00:33:22Uh, well, I would love to treat you all as a thanks for helping with the events, if you're free.
00:33:27Well, Earl already invited me to come hang, so I'll be there.
00:33:30Count me in.
00:33:31All right, see you tonight.
00:33:39Well, this is new.
00:33:40Mm-hmm.
00:33:41Much to dad's disapproval.
00:33:43Okay, so this is kind of my baby.
00:33:49It's slow, manual, but it pulls flavors like nothing else.
00:33:54It's not great for mass production, so it doesn't get used as much as it should.
00:33:58And over here, we have my spring batch.
00:34:02So, I've got elderflower, huckleberry, and raspberry.
00:34:07Wow, it smells amazing in here.
00:34:10How do you decide what to try next?
00:34:13Instinct, mostly.
00:34:15But, um, some flavors just kind of grab me.
00:34:18Others come from experimentation, and then others it's just from whatever's in season.
00:34:23There's inspiration everywhere.
00:34:26No names yet, maybe you can help with that.
00:34:31Mmm.
00:34:32Tastes like a kiss waiting to happen.
00:34:38I like it.
00:34:40I put a warning label on it.
00:34:42Sweetened with honey with a side of swooning.
00:34:44Honey.
00:34:45That's it.
00:34:46Honey kiss.
00:34:48Honey kiss.
00:34:49Now, this one is, um, raspberry.
00:34:53This reminded me of, do you remember that summer that we went picking wild raspberries,
00:34:58and that bear showed up?
00:35:00You remember that?
00:35:01Yeah, of course.
00:35:02I've never seen you run that fast.
00:35:04I don't think that's the recommended survival strategy.
00:35:08We survive.
00:35:09That's what's important.
00:35:11Tastes like a narrow escape.
00:35:15You certainly think like a storyteller.
00:35:18Okay, now, this is the elderberry.
00:35:22Let me know what you think of this.
00:35:28Ooh.
00:35:30Tart.
00:35:31But it settles.
00:35:33Makes you want to go back for more.
00:35:35Like an ex you give a second chance to.
00:35:39Second chance.
00:35:40That's good.
00:35:41That's really good.
00:35:43You've got a way with words.
00:35:44A little less daunting than a 300-page novel.
00:35:49Yeah.
00:35:50Speaking of which, when you were unpacking, I noticed you paused at one book.
00:35:56Is everything okay?
00:35:57Yeah.
00:35:59That author, Tessa Marks, we were writing buddies in grad school.
00:36:04We used to share drafts, snacks, dreams.
00:36:08And then what happened?
00:36:10Life happened.
00:36:11Graham got sick.
00:36:13Went through a breakup.
00:36:14More rejection letters.
00:36:18I started to lose momentum as Tessa took off.
00:36:22And I felt like I was holding her back, so I pulled away.
00:36:27I'm proud of her.
00:36:29I am.
00:36:30It's just hard when it represents a life you wanted.
00:36:35You know?
00:36:36Right.
00:36:37Well, your story isn't over yet.
00:36:41I gave myself five years to finish my draft by this spring.
00:36:46I haven't touched it.
00:36:47But I also never let it go, so...
00:36:51I have just been drifting.
00:36:54All the way to driftless.
00:36:57How poetic.
00:36:58At this point, I've lost belief that I can even do it.
00:37:02I've wasted too many years and it's time to move on.
00:37:07But hey.
00:37:08You get me for one last creative sprint.
00:37:11So I want to hear more about your passion.
00:37:14Your vision.
00:37:16Okay.
00:37:17Um...
00:37:18Oh, have I shown you the merch?
00:37:20Okay.
00:37:22It's inspiring being out here.
00:37:25It makes me feel connected to something much bigger than myself.
00:37:29It's a powerful thing.
00:37:31It's kind of like my canvas.
00:37:33Because you're an artist.
00:37:34I don't know about that. Maybe a mad scientist.
00:37:38Yeah.
00:37:39You write with taste instead of words.
00:37:42Tell that to my dad. He never really understood my creative impulses.
00:37:48He supports you.
00:37:49He just doesn't understand the way you're wired.
00:37:53But there's more to you than making good recipes.
00:37:57I'll keep digging.
00:38:00What? Here I thought I was an open book, but are you saying I'm a closed barrel?
00:38:04Not tightly sealed. Promise.
00:38:13You're back from a long winter.
00:38:16It's so beautiful.
00:38:18It really is.
00:38:27Thank you all for your healthy bookstore events.
00:38:31It means so much.
00:38:32And I know Graham will be friends.
00:38:34Ah.
00:38:35Cheers.
00:38:39So what's next on the schedule?
00:38:41Poetry night.
00:38:42It's time to get deep and dramatic.
00:38:45So the mic will be open for people to read from the poetry collection.
00:38:49Or, if inspiration strikes, read something original.
00:38:53I'm secretly hoping someone does.
00:38:56Has anyone here ever written a poem?
00:38:58Or been given one?
00:38:59Oh, that would be nice, but that wasn't my husband's thing.
00:39:04Henry would show me his love in his own quiet ways.
00:39:09Anyway, enough of that.
00:39:11Isn't anyone gonna dance?
00:39:13One, two, one. Get up there.
00:39:16Hook her at the table.
00:39:17Yeah. You ready?
00:39:18Go for it. Sure.
00:39:19Come on. Have some fun.
00:39:20Show them the moves I taught you.
00:39:23Yeah.
00:39:31It's nice that your dad embraces the cider with this tap room.
00:39:36Well, I mean, he's okay with it locally, but any more expansion than that, I don't know.
00:39:45I think he's just scared of change.
00:39:48You know, I can't believe I was so dense and didn't realize that you felt that way about me.
00:39:57I just thought, I don't know, I thought we were, we were friends. We were so close. I didn't, I
00:40:06didn't know you had this feeling.
00:40:07Yeah. Well, I'm pretty sure every girl had a crush on you.
00:40:13I just kept mine as a story in my head.
00:40:17All the stories in your head.
00:40:21You know, I'd, I'd love to read that manuscript.
00:40:25Can you tell me what it's about?
00:40:27Oh, I, I can hardly remember.
00:40:30Okay. I'll keep digging.
00:40:36Okay. It's about a teen love story and it takes place in a small farming town.
00:40:44Nothing like Driftless.
00:40:46And the lead boy is not based on anyone I know.
00:40:51No, I definitely have to read it.
00:40:54It's not finished, remember?
00:40:57You should finish it.
00:41:16It's not finished.
00:41:17It's not finished.
00:41:17You should finish it up.
00:41:18It's not finished.
00:41:20Is that beautiful?
00:41:22Who is that no one?
00:41:23Who is that?
00:41:24No, you're so excited.
00:41:29The last one that I was about was to...
00:41:32The last two weeks and the last two weeks ago,
00:41:42Yes. I'm so invested. The character arcs are building beautifully. Can't wait to read the next chapter. XO, Tessa.
00:41:58Oh, sicker. Oh, yeah.
00:42:07Um, Vanessa dropped this off. Oh, thanks. Yeah, she said the buyers are part of some development
00:42:14group buying up all the local stores in the county. Why doesn't that sound like a good
00:42:18thing? Because it's not. They want to gut the bookstore completely and turn it into condos.
00:42:35Let your faith guide you on the journey. It knows the way.
00:42:43Hey, Elise. Got a minute?
00:42:46Hi. Yeah, sure.
00:42:47Just following up on the offer. Did you get a chance to review it?
00:42:50I did. I'm wondering if we can wait until after the Apple Blossom Festival. I'll still be here then,
00:42:58and I would love if we could try to find someone to buy this as is. Keep it a bookstore.
00:43:04It's a really generous offer. We don't want them backing out.
00:43:08I know, but do you think you could try to buy us some time? Just see if there's any other
00:43:13interest.
00:43:14I really think it's the right thing.
00:43:15I'll see what I can do.
00:43:17Thanks.
00:43:20Hey, sorry I'm getting late.
00:43:23Oh, hey. For any of you who haven't met her yet, this is Elise. We now have the book nook
00:43:28back.
00:43:29Perfect timing. We were just about to get the Blossom Report.
00:43:33Oh, yeah. Blossom Report. All right.
00:43:38Well, uh, they're a tight cluster. Should be ready to blossom in a couple of days.
00:43:45Great. I will update the tracker on the website.
00:43:48Uh, Winnie, last time you uploaded a picture of your elbow.
00:43:52That was one time.
00:43:54Three times.
00:43:55Are you tracking me or the blossoms?
00:43:59Um, uh...
00:44:03Well, if the website ever does behave, I have a few book nook updates.
00:44:09I'm putting together curated sets of stories, and in each set, there will be something hidden.
00:44:15Think of it as literary Easter eggs for those who like to look close.
00:44:20And for anyone looking for inspiration.
00:44:23Okay. Just like your gram used to say, sometimes small things can make the biggest impact.
00:44:28That concludes our meeting.
00:44:30Coffee?
00:44:32Sure.
00:44:33One cream, two sugars, dirt clockwise.
00:44:36Don't ask why I remember that.
00:44:39You two seem to be getting along awfully well.
00:44:44She's really something else.
00:44:46I mean, she keeps me on my toes.
00:44:49Last time someone did that was your mother.
00:44:51Both strong women. You do well to pay attention.
00:44:55What do you mean by that?
00:44:57I think you know what I mean by that, don't you?
00:44:59No, I'm not sure what you mean by that. What?
00:45:01You know, sometimes I find it hard to say things out loud, but it's easier to write my thoughts down.
00:45:08The next Books and Blooms event theme is courage.
00:45:11Maybe I could help you turn your thoughts into a poem.
00:45:15A poem?
00:45:19Oh, no. No, no. No, I, I leave that to the professionals.
00:45:24Oh, it doesn't have to be perfect. Share what's in your heart.
00:45:28Well, I'll, I'll just leave you two to it. And, uh, hey, listen, don't forget to check the Southgate irrigation.
00:45:34It's been acting out.
00:45:35I know. I know.
00:45:36Right?
00:45:36Yep. I'm on it.
00:45:37Good.
00:45:39I didn't mean to push him. Do you think he's upset?
00:45:42No, no, no, no. That was fine. It's, that's his, his defense mechanism he deflects. But I saw a little
00:45:47glimmer in his eye. I bet he'll think about it.
00:45:50And it doesn't bother you to see him dating someone else?
00:45:53Oh, no, no, not at all. My mom passed away a long time ago. I just want him to be
00:45:56happy.
00:45:59Are you, uh, ready to get started on those flowers for the bookstore?
00:46:02I have some stuff set up over here.
00:46:12Look at these brave little guys.
00:46:16Graham sure did love these.
00:46:18Yeah, she did. Oh, um, stay cool. Stay cool. But your friend is back.
00:46:24No, no. Tell him to go over to the boss and stay away from me.
00:46:27There you go. Buzz off.
00:46:31They love those blossoms. They're so sweet. Did you know that you could eat the petals?
00:46:36Of the apple blossoms?
00:46:39You put them in tea or baked goods. They're surprisingly good.
00:46:44Hey, Max, why don't you use them as your standout cider flavor?
00:46:49That's a really good idea.
00:46:53That's a really good idea. You know, you're a genius. Has anybody ever told you that?
00:46:57How did I not think of that?
00:47:00Because you didn't have me.
00:47:01Ah, that's right.
00:47:04She's modest, too.
00:47:08I think these blind date with the book baskets are going to turn out great.
00:47:12Hopefully they're a hit after pro-betry night.
00:47:14I am so excited for the discussion. I have all of my notes right here.
00:47:20Hey, what's wrong? You look like you're about to confess to a crime.
00:47:24Honestly, kind of feels like one.
00:47:27I don't know. What happened?
00:47:29Remember that pastry workshop I was telling you about?
00:47:32Yeah. They moved it to tonight.
00:47:35Like, tonight, tonight, during the poetry reading?
00:47:37And I can't be in two places at once.
00:47:41I feel like I can't turn down this opportunity either.
00:47:44Hey, Molly, you have helped keep this place afloat,
00:47:47and you've earned the right to chase your own things.
00:47:51Okay. Well, I'm going to help you until I have to leave.
00:47:54Okay.
00:48:01Look at this. Book club's a success.
00:48:05You think you'll ever get used to being the main event?
00:48:08Honestly, it's crowing on me.
00:48:12Wait, where's my copy?
00:48:14I need to find it.
00:48:15Uh, it's not in these.
00:48:17It's got to be around here somewhere.
00:48:21Well, could it be in one of the boxes, or...?
00:48:24Oh, mine was the one with all the tabs.
00:48:27I had every discussion point in there.
00:48:29Okay, so what are you going to do?
00:48:32I'm going to have to improvise.
00:48:38Welcome, everyone.
00:48:40I had notes to guide us on today's discussion,
00:48:44but my copy's gone missing,
00:48:47so we're just going to roll with it.
00:48:50Meet my co-host,
00:48:52and the new driftless bookstore mascot,
00:48:55Clover the Cat.
00:48:57Clover just wandered in one day
00:49:00and refused to leave.
00:49:03Oh, everyone, give it up for Max,
00:49:05who provided the delicious cider
00:49:07and tonight's plant pairing,
00:49:09the crocus.
00:49:11Thank you, my friend.
00:49:12It's okay.
00:49:13I'll use it in the copy.
00:49:15I think you're going to have to hide from this.
00:49:23This belonged to my grandma.
00:49:26I had planned on reading one of my favorite poems tonight,
00:49:29but I think I'll read something Graham once wrote instead.
00:49:36Courage isn't the shout of certainty.
00:49:39It's the whisper that says,
00:49:41try anyway.
00:49:42Some of the best things I ever did
00:49:44started before I was ready.
00:49:46Falling in love,
00:49:48becoming a mother,
00:49:49and opening this bookstore.
00:49:52The scariest things cracked my soul open,
00:49:55so take the leap
00:49:59again and again.
00:50:07All right.
00:50:08Who wants to share?
00:50:10All right.
00:50:20Who wants to share?
00:50:28Is there anyone else?
00:50:32Excuse me.
00:50:46Most of you folks are reading from the poetry book,
00:50:49but I thought I'd try to write one myself.
00:50:52And, uh, believe me, I'm no writer, but,
00:50:57well, here it goes.
00:51:02I thought one love was all I'd get.
00:51:05Frozen heart.
00:51:07No room for regret.
00:51:12But then you walked in.
00:51:15Changed my plan.
00:51:18Life nudged me.
00:51:19Say, go on.
00:51:21Try again.
00:51:24It's never too late to try something new.
00:51:29I guess even old roots
00:51:33can bloom again, too.
00:51:36Yeah.
00:51:57Your poem was spectacular.
00:52:01Really?
00:52:02Yeah.
00:52:05What do you say your something new
00:52:06is taking me out on a date tomorrow?
00:52:10I love that.
00:52:17Another success.
00:52:18For me or your dad?
00:52:20Well, I meant for the bookstore,
00:52:21but, yeah, he did good.
00:52:24Yeah.
00:52:24So did you.
00:52:26Hey, I noticed you tonight
00:52:28recommending Tessa's book.
00:52:30Yeah.
00:52:31I mean, she's a great writer.
00:52:33And, you know, having all these book discussions
00:52:36has really made me realize
00:52:38how much I miss writing with her.
00:52:40Sharing ideas.
00:52:42Talking it all through.
00:52:43We should reach out to her.
00:52:45See if you guys can pick up where you left off.
00:52:47I don't know.
00:52:48There's a lot to unpack.
00:52:49And what if she doesn't want to hear from me?
00:52:51I don't think I'm ready to make that call.
00:52:53Well, I've heard this thing about courage.
00:52:56A great poet once said,
00:52:59sometimes you have to leap
00:53:00before you're ready.
00:53:05Wise words.
00:53:07Mm-hmm.
00:53:17I don't think I can do this alone.
00:53:20Can you girls help me get ready?
00:53:22Right.
00:53:23It's the big date night.
00:53:24Of course.
00:53:25Let's go to the apartment.
00:53:26Thanks.
00:53:27I just don't want to embarrass myself.
00:53:29Don't worry.
00:53:30We'll make sure you look and feel your best.
00:53:35Hold on there.
00:53:36Hold your horses there, lover boy.
00:53:38What?
00:53:39This is no good.
00:53:40I've been dressing myself for 60 years.
00:53:42Yeah, but not for Winnie
00:53:43and not in the modern era, obviously.
00:53:47Hey, son, I hope you're okay with this.
00:53:52Mom's already waited this long.
00:53:54She's looking down on us, smiling.
00:53:57I'm just glad you're happy.
00:53:59Good.
00:54:00You get a gift or something?
00:54:02Yeah.
00:54:04No flowers?
00:54:06Oh, come on.
00:54:07Flowers are gaudy.
00:54:09It's a bold move.
00:54:15Well, what do you think?
00:54:19I don't know.
00:54:20You look amazing.
00:54:22I like it.
00:54:23I do.
00:54:23It's just, I'm just so very, very out of practice.
00:54:29Am I missing anything?
00:54:32I've got an idea.
00:54:38Something to tie it all together.
00:54:42It was Grahams.
00:54:46Lorraine talked me off so many ledges
00:54:48when I first started dating Henry.
00:54:50She knew exactly how to cold my nerves.
00:54:54Still does.
00:54:58I love it.
00:55:04Oh.
00:55:06It's for your tea.
00:55:07I love a practical, non-fussy gift.
00:55:14Oh, that was adorable.
00:55:19Do you have plans?
00:55:21No.
00:55:22Great.
00:55:23I have a surprise for you.
00:55:25Okay.
00:55:30I was thinking about your idea of a perfect date.
00:55:33Is this outdoorsy enough for you or the right?
00:55:38Honestly, you nailed it.
00:55:40Okay.
00:55:41We've got your blind date books.
00:55:43So which one will it be?
00:55:45Reverse you now.
00:55:46I already know what's in there.
00:55:48Touche.
00:55:49Okay.
00:55:49All right.
00:55:50If you like fake dating with wedding chaos.
00:55:53If you like secrets in sleepy towns.
00:55:57We'll go in sleepy towns.
00:55:59Not a fan of romance?
00:56:01No, I like romance.
00:56:02Just in real life.
00:56:03I think I'm better at reading it than living it.
00:56:06Oh.
00:56:07I don't know about that.
00:56:10Hey.
00:56:11It's the book.
00:56:12I noticed you picked that for the next book club.
00:56:14Yeah.
00:56:16And I actually called her today to tell her.
00:56:19No way.
00:56:20Thank you for encouraging me.
00:56:23It was really nice to catch up with her.
00:56:25Good for you.
00:56:28It also made me realize that I don't have to be so guarded with my story.
00:56:34It's okay if someone hears it.
00:56:36She even offered to read my book if I ever pick it up again.
00:56:41What do you mean if you ever pick it up?
00:56:42You're going to pick it up again.
00:56:51It's crazy to think that the trees are about to blossom.
00:56:54Feels like just a couple weeks ago they were bare branches.
00:56:58When do you think it'll happen?
00:57:01Um, I'm going to say three days.
00:57:05What?
00:57:06You want to bet?
00:57:08Okay.
00:57:09Three days.
00:57:10No way.
00:57:11Too soon.
00:57:12I will give it a week.
00:57:13One week.
00:57:14One week.
00:57:14Okay.
00:57:15And what are the stakes?
00:57:16If I win, you have to name a cider after me.
00:57:20Full distribution.
00:57:21Deal.
00:57:23And if I win, you have to write five pages of your book.
00:57:28Just five, just to get started.
00:57:32Curveball.
00:57:35Okay.
00:57:36Deal.
00:57:40So tell me about this flavor.
00:57:43Mmm.
00:57:44Elderflower.
00:57:46My mom, she used to grow elderflower every spring.
00:57:52And I have these memories of us making syrup infused with it.
00:57:57So when I started making cider, I knew that that had to be a part of the base.
00:58:01It's, um, I don't know, sort of nostalgic, I guess.
00:58:08That's it.
00:58:10What?
00:58:11Every flavor should have a story.
00:58:14Not just a taste, but a memory that the customer can step into.
00:58:19And each label could tell the story.
00:58:22It's not just a berry.
00:58:24It's about being chased through the woods to find the best one.
00:58:28It's making syrup in the kitchen with your mom.
00:58:31It's placing silly bets on when the blossoms will finally bloom with someone you care about.
00:58:38That's so good.
00:58:40That's really good.
00:58:41But I, I, thank you.
00:58:45I, I don't think I could have explained what this place means to me without, without your help.
00:59:01You're, you're a genius.
00:59:03You're, you're a real, you're an artist.
00:59:08I, I should probably go.
00:59:10But I'm so glad I could help with the story.
00:59:13Well, are you sure?
00:59:15I thought we.
00:59:15Yeah, thank you so much for tonight.
00:59:19Okay.
00:59:22Um, sure.
00:59:23Um, I'll, um, can I walk you to the door?
00:59:26Okay.
00:59:33Okay, team.
00:59:34Well, it's our final week of prep.
00:59:36Looks like those trees are going to blossom any day now.
00:59:39I would love to get an update from everybody.
00:59:42Molly, you want to start?
00:59:44I'm testing the floral bouquet designs on cupcakes tonight.
00:59:47And the book nook is almost ready.
00:59:49I just have to finish the banner.
00:59:51Great.
00:59:51And Max, any word about a distributor?
00:59:55Pitching in a few days, but, um, I'll let you know when I do.
00:59:59We should be good, though, because Elise helped me with the story.
01:00:03Earl, any last words?
01:00:05Everybody stays on track.
01:00:07We'll be ready for the blossoms.
01:00:08Great.
01:00:09All right.
01:00:10Let's go.
01:00:11All right.
01:00:12All right.
01:00:15Thanks for the shout-out.
01:00:17Oh, yeah, of course.
01:00:18I mean, I'd be freaking out without you.
01:00:22Hey, I have a new batch.
01:00:23Do you want to give it a try?
01:00:24I'd love your notes.
01:00:26Yeah.
01:00:26That's okay.
01:00:29Oh, that is a great base.
01:00:32Right?
01:00:32And then once the trees blossom, I'll take the petals before they fall, put them in the batch.
01:00:37That'll balance the flavor.
01:00:38Then it's ready for the distributor.
01:00:46That's new.
01:00:48Problem?
01:00:49Seems okay.
01:00:52I'll double-check later to make sure.
01:00:54Max.
01:00:57You know, all this fancy new equipment is impressive, but you still never showed me how this thing works.
01:01:04You want to give it a try?
01:01:06Yeah.
01:01:07Okay, fair warning.
01:01:08It can get a little messy, and it requires some elbow grease.
01:01:12I'm ready.
01:01:13Atta, girl.
01:01:23So, then we just let this sit in the fermentation distance thing?
01:01:27Yes, exactly.
01:01:29Normally, we'd use fresh apples from the harvest in the fall, but we had a bunch in the freezer.
01:01:33The only thing is, Dad's very particular about when and how we use them, so we've got to make sure
01:01:38this batch counts.
01:01:40Well, no.
01:01:41Because it's the me batch.
01:01:44The Max and Elise batch, M-E.
01:01:47Yeah.
01:01:48It's silly.
01:01:48No, I like it.
01:01:49The Max and Elise.
01:01:53You know, you were right.
01:01:55This whole physical labor thing really does make it feel more magical.
01:02:00Yeah.
01:02:01It definitely requires a lot more work, but it's nice to slow things down.
01:02:07I wish I could slow down time here.
01:02:09It's crazy to think that the trees will be blossoming soon, and I'll be leaving.
01:02:15So you're still leaving?
01:02:18Well, yeah.
01:02:20I mean, that's always been the point of me being here.
01:02:22I know, but I heard that the new buyer wanted to get the store, so I figured maybe you...
01:02:26Where did you hear that?
01:02:27Molly told Winnie, told my dad, you know, the driftless rumor mill.
01:02:33Yeah, well, it's my only offer, so I don't really have another option.
01:02:39Well, you do have another option.
01:02:40You could stay and run the store and write.
01:02:43Max.
01:02:46No, it's complicated.
01:02:47I just thought that you might have been falling back in love with driftless and writing and with the store
01:03:03and maybe changed your mind.
01:03:05I just don't understand what's holding you back.
01:03:10You said this place makes you feel like yourself.
01:03:12Isn't that what you're looking for?
01:03:14I love that when I walk in that store, I feel Graham everywhere, and I don't want that to go
01:03:22away.
01:03:24But I also don't want to run the store day to day.
01:03:28It's this constant reminder that I am not a published author, and I probably never will be.
01:03:34You're using that as an excuse.
01:03:36How?
01:03:37You also said that you don't want to run the orchard because it makes you feel less than.
01:03:43It's the same thing.
01:03:46I thought of all people, you'd understand.
01:03:52I think I do.
01:03:58Loud and clear.
01:04:11Hard work's paying off.
01:04:12Hope it makes for a good harvest.
01:04:15Good, it's a beautiful day.
01:04:17Blossoms in full bloom.
01:04:19And here you are on a romantic walk with your son when you should be out here with Winnie.
01:04:24What's the matter with you?
01:04:25Do I have to coach you?
01:04:26Come on.
01:04:26It's festival weekend.
01:04:28She's swamped.
01:04:29How'd that date go?
01:04:31Well, she didn't run for the hills.
01:04:34She's really something else, that lady, I tell you.
01:04:38Earl Whitman is smitten.
01:04:40If she can put up with your stubbornness, she's a keeper.
01:04:45Oh, Elise.
01:04:46Glad I caught you.
01:04:47Hi, Vanessa.
01:04:48Hey, so the interested buyers have agreed to hold off until the festival, but they'll need
01:04:51a decision for that day, sign or they walk away.
01:04:55No luck finding any other leads?
01:04:57Not yet, but honestly, this is a strong offer and with that job waiting, why stay where it
01:05:01won't get you what you want?
01:05:02Plus, you don't want to get stuck if the market dips.
01:05:05How can you afford it?
01:05:07Um, sorry.
01:05:09And we're looking forward to those papers coming through.
01:05:12Vanessa.
01:05:13Hi.
01:05:18I hear the trees have fully blossomed.
01:05:21The ones in the shop are lagging behind.
01:05:23They'll catch up.
01:05:24The trees just happened overnight.
01:05:26One day nothing, next day full blooms.
01:05:29It's one of life's little miracles.
01:05:33Looks like that rain is on the way.
01:05:35I just hope it's not strong enough to mess with the blooms.
01:05:39I mean, they have to hang on until the festival this weekend.
01:05:42Did you update the website?
01:05:45I knew I was forgetting something.
01:05:47I'm sorry, my head's just been a little preoccupied lately.
01:05:52You don't say.
01:05:56I think I really messed things up with Max.
01:06:00Maybe there's still a chance.
01:06:01I just, I don't know if any of it actually meant anything to him or if I'm just wishing
01:06:08it dead.
01:06:09Remember, it's apple blossom season.
01:06:13Anything's possible.
01:06:15Have faith.
01:06:17Sometimes things have a way of just working themselves out.
01:06:45No, no, no, no.
01:06:47Come on, come on.
01:06:47Don't do this to me now.
01:06:49Hey, storm clouds are rolling in.
01:06:50You want to stop tinkering with that tank and help me with the orchard?
01:06:52This valve finally gave.
01:06:54If I don't get a new one by today, this whole batch is ruined.
01:06:56That means the pitch, the festival, the distributor, all gone.
01:06:59This is what I worry about, son.
01:07:00You throw yourself into the cider business and the orchard gets put on the back burner.
01:07:05I'll be back before the storm hits, I promise.
01:07:06There might not be anything to come back to if the orchard gets wrecked.
01:07:10We've got to stake the small trees.
01:07:11We've got to clear out that drainage ditch so the water clears.
01:07:14I know, I know, I know.
01:07:14Roots first.
01:07:15Foundation first.
01:07:16And I agree with you.
01:07:17But if I don't get this fixed, then this was all for nothing.
01:07:20I'm trying to make something that lasts, something that means something.
01:07:22I get it.
01:07:23You're ambitious.
01:07:23You're on fire.
01:07:24But fire burns fast if it's not tended to.
01:07:26If you rush, we run the risk of losing everything we built here, son.
01:07:29And what about Elise?
01:07:31Huh?
01:07:31She's counting on you, too.
01:07:35I'll be back in two hours.
01:07:37Two hours?
01:07:38Two hours.
01:07:40I hope you know what you're doing, son.
01:07:45Either you're writing your book or you're sending someone a very angry email.
01:07:49I lost a bet, remember?
01:07:51I can't wait to read it.
01:07:52Hey, I'm just here to drop these off because I can't make it tonight.
01:07:56Okay, does this have anything to do with the other night?
01:07:59No, no, no, not at all.
01:08:01It's just the valve blew on the cider tank.
01:08:03Oh, I'm sorry.
01:08:04Yeah, so I have to get a new one or the whole batch is ruined.
01:08:07Yeah, go, go before it's too late.
01:08:09I, look, I would be here.
01:08:10I want to be here for you, but I just, I have to get the valve and then I have
01:08:14to get back
01:08:14before the storm hits to help dad, so.
01:08:16I know, I get it.
01:08:19Oh, and just for the record, I'm bummed you're leaving.
01:08:24But I totally respect whatever you feel you have to do.
01:08:27And if that means selling this place, then I support you.
01:08:32Thanks.
01:08:33Okay.
01:08:34Have a great book club.
01:08:36And I can't believe the ex showed up at the wedding.
01:08:38I did not see that coming.
01:09:05Oh, jeez.
01:09:18Hey, how's it looking out there?
01:09:20Oh, it's getting worse.
01:09:22A lot of people called me to say that they couldn't make it tonight due to the storm.
01:09:26So I went ahead and canceled.
01:09:28Oh, you did the right thing.
01:09:30Oh, I just got a flash flood watch.
01:09:32Do you think the rain will damage the apple blossoms?
01:09:34Well, Max said they can withhold some rain, so I'm sure it'll be okay.
01:09:38I think we better head out before the roads get worse.
01:09:41I'm sorry we can't stay in cleanup.
01:09:43Oh, don't worry about it.
01:09:44Get home safe.
01:09:45Okay.
01:09:46Good night.
01:09:46Good night.
01:10:03Good night.
01:10:05Come on, come on.
01:10:08Uh, you got to be kidding me.
01:10:27Clover?
01:10:31It's okay, kitty.
01:10:45Clover?
01:10:51Clover?
01:10:57Clover?
01:10:58Hello?
01:11:00Max?
01:11:00Are you on the road?
01:11:02No, but I'm outside.
01:11:04Why?
01:11:05I got the valve, but then my engine won't work.
01:11:09Everything's breaking, but hold on a sec.
01:11:12I think I got it.
01:11:18Yes, back in business.
01:11:20I'm soaked, but I'm heading home.
01:11:22Are you sure?
01:11:23I think it's too risky.
01:11:24The roads might flood.
01:11:25I have to get back.
01:11:26I left my dad all alone to take care of everything.
01:11:29Promise me you'll wait it out.
01:11:35I promise I'll be okay.
01:11:43Hey.
01:11:49Hey, Clover.
01:11:51Hey.
01:11:54It's okay.
01:11:59Graham always said, even long nights have a dawn.
01:12:04I know.
01:12:06Long nights can be scary for everybody.
01:12:09Especially when there's a storm.
01:12:12But don't worry.
01:12:13It's all gonna work out.
01:12:26I can't believe it's all gone.
01:12:29This place is a mess.
01:12:32No blossoms.
01:12:35We're gonna have to cancel the festival.
01:12:37I let my dad down.
01:12:39I never should have left.
01:12:40It's not your fault.
01:12:42I should have just concentrated on what we had.
01:12:45Like dad kept telling me.
01:12:48Now no festival.
01:12:51No signature cider.
01:12:53And who knows if we even have crops this year.
01:12:55You don't know that.
01:12:56You said yourself if the bees did their job properly.
01:13:00Pollination could have already happened.
01:13:02Yeah.
01:13:03Or it all could have been blown away.
01:13:11I guess this just wasn't my year.
01:13:19Hi, Lisa.
01:13:20I tried my best, but no other offers.
01:13:22If you want to move forward with the sale, I need your signature first thing tomorrow.
01:13:26Bye.
01:13:27I don't know, Graham.
01:13:29What should I do?
01:13:51My dearest Elise, if you ever feel lost, remember to keep your heart open.
01:13:56The world has a quiet way of guiding us through someone's presence, a fleeting moment, or my favorite story.
01:14:08Some signs will be easy to see, others so small you might almost miss them.
01:14:13But they're always there, waiting to help you find your way.
01:14:18And know that no matter what, I am always with you.
01:14:22Just believe in yourself and you will do great things.
01:14:26Love, Graham.
01:14:27Love, Graham.
01:14:29Graham!
01:14:43Oh, Clover, what do you think?
01:14:49I don't think all is lost. We can still use these petals.
01:14:53I wish I could, but they're contaminated as soon as they hit the ground.
01:14:57But you can boil them, make a syrup, like you used to do with your mom.
01:15:02Take these petals, the mess, the loss, and turn it into your comeback.
01:15:06You can call it Resilient Blooms.
01:15:09I really like that. It's like what was once lost is the start of a whole new path.
01:15:15We can bring this batch back to life.
01:15:17And we can still celebrate with the community.
01:15:20I mean, this place needs to be cleaned up, but what if we host the Resilient Blooms Festival at the
01:15:25bookstore?
01:15:26I felt like I let Graham down, not finishing her Books and Blooms events.
01:15:30This way, I can close that chapter properly and honor her the way she deserves.
01:15:35I love that.
01:15:36And the ciders, it's a brilliant idea.
01:15:39But I don't have enough apples for a whole other distribution batch.
01:15:43What about the frozen stash?
01:15:49Dad, I figured out a way to save that batch for the pitch, but I need to use the frozen
01:15:56apples.
01:15:57It's the only way it's going to work.
01:15:58No.
01:15:58Dad, no.
01:15:59Come on.
01:16:00Son, we need those apples for emergencies.
01:16:02That's what this is. This is an emergency.
01:16:04No.
01:16:05In case there's a storm or something.
01:16:06We have to be able to fulfill our obligation to our vendors.
01:16:10So that we can ensure that our vendors get delivery.
01:16:13Okay, okay, let me use the apples and then together we'll rebuild the stash for the next crisis.
01:16:17Son, we...
01:16:30You know, your mother used to say that you would grow this business bigger than I ever could.
01:16:39I just...
01:16:40Been afraid to let you really try because I didn't want you to slip away.
01:16:47Well, that was wrong, son.
01:16:50And I'm sorry.
01:16:58Thanks, Dad.
01:16:59I appreciate that.
01:17:01But look, Dad, I'm not going anywhere.
01:17:06I just want to be able to build my own thing, blaze my own path, and I need your trust
01:17:11to do that.
01:17:15You got it, son.
01:17:17Use the apples.
01:17:23Hi.
01:17:31I just can't get it.
01:17:33I can't switch.
01:17:34Uh-huh.
01:17:35Okay, so keep it coming, gradually.
01:17:38Yeah.
01:17:40Oh, that's a step.
01:18:29They brought the blooms back.
01:18:32No blooms outside, we bring them inside.
01:18:35What can I say?
01:18:36This town is resilient.
01:18:38And you made flower cupcakes.
01:18:40What?
01:18:41I contain multitudes.
01:18:44Hey.
01:18:45Hey.
01:18:45You made it.
01:18:47Yeah.
01:18:47How'd it go?
01:18:48The buyers loved it.
01:18:49I used the small batch cider that we made.
01:18:51Look, resilient blooms cider.
01:18:54Every label tells a story.
01:18:56Delicate, fleeting, and resilient.
01:18:59Just like you said.
01:19:00What survives the storm shapes the story moving forward.
01:19:03And we're doing limited edition blossom cider in 15 state markets.
01:19:07If that goes well, then we'll expand from there.
01:19:09That's amazing.
01:19:11Wow.
01:19:12I can't believe it's all over.
01:19:15You're really leaving.
01:19:21It's not going to be the same without you.
01:19:25Yeah.
01:19:34You poured your whole self into this, son, and you made it work.
01:19:39I'm proud of you.
01:19:41And you know I'll do anything I can to help you.
01:19:44Thanks, Dad.
01:19:48You know we're going to do it right.
01:19:50We'll do it slow, steady together.
01:19:52Good.
01:19:52Did you notice I dedicated the elderflower to Mom?
01:20:02It's beautiful, son.
01:20:04Come on.
01:20:05I hate you.
01:20:08That is so nice.
01:20:13Look.
01:20:20Welcome, everyone, to the first Resilient Blooms Festival.
01:20:25My grandma started this store because she believed stories could connect us
01:20:29to ourselves, to each other, and guide us through every season of life.
01:20:36I've felt a little off course lately, but being here, meeting all of you,
01:20:41and hearing how my grandma's curated list of books always seemed to share the right message
01:20:47at the right time, it made me realize I couldn't let the legacy of this bookstore just drift away.
01:20:54This festival matters not because of flowers or books,
01:20:59but because of the way this community lifts each other up, even in small ways.
01:21:05We're resilient.
01:21:07Even fleeting blossoms bear fruit.
01:21:10And after this long winter, I think we all deserve a little spring.
01:21:16Graham loved that reminder.
01:21:18We can always start again.
01:21:20As many times as we need.
01:21:24We just need to have faith.
01:21:39Are you okay?
01:21:41Yeah.
01:21:42I was just thinking about how you're still going to need to water the plants every day so they don't
01:21:47die.
01:21:48Well, I'm sure the new owner, whatever they decide to do with this place will appreciate that.
01:21:53Yeah, I think she will.
01:22:00I didn't sign.
01:22:03I finally found the home that I don't want to run away from.
01:22:12That's one way to make it official.
01:22:14I want to be in a place where people knew my grandma.
01:22:18I want to write my five pages and more, and I...
01:22:22I want to be with you.
01:22:27Please tell me I didn't imagine it.
01:22:29No.
01:22:31You did not.
01:22:44I think he approves.
01:23:08Clover!
01:23:09Clover!
01:23:10Clover!
01:23:31Clover!
01:23:31Clover!
01:23:32Clover!
01:23:34Clover!
01:23:35Clover!
01:23:35Clover!
01:23:35Clover!
01:23:35Clover!
01:23:36Clover!
01:23:43Clover!
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