This Is Our Christmas (2018) - full transcript
The Foxworth family decide to spend the Christmas holiday with their aunt Maggy, only to find her beloved bakery is under threat. It's up to the family to band together, save the bakery and pull off a Christmas miracle.
(dramatic music)
("Jingle Bells")
(horn honking)
(screaming)
(crashing)
(light dramatic music)
- Angelina Foxworth,
what can I do for you?
- Well, I'm tired
of being in limbo,
and I wanna go home back
to Earth for the holiday.
I miss my family.
- Hm, interesting.
How about some caviar, some
oysters, some champagne,
maybe a yacht thrown
into that list too, huh?
How would that be?
- Actually, that
sounds pretty good.
- Apparently you're not
really qualified for much
of anything right now, least
of all another Earth visit.
I heard somewhere
that you violated
several major rules
last time, hm?
Based on that I can't
really help you, I'm sorry.
- Oh, God.
- [God] Who used
my name in vain?
- Angelina Foxworth, 9021080--
- [God] You may never use
my name in vain again.
- Yes, sir.
- [God] Place her on probation
and do the right thing.
- Probation?
- Look on the bright side.
At least you get to go back to
Earth and see your family for
the holidays, but you must
make a very significant change
in your family, but
please remember
what I'm about to tell you now.
This is your last
opportunity to leave limbo.
Please don't disregard it.
If you do you will go back
into limbo and you will never
have a chance to see
your family every again.
Are we clear on all these
points that I brought up?
Are we clear?
- Hell yes.
- Excuse me?
- Heck yes.
- That's better.
You have yourself a
very merry Christmas.
- Thank you.
You too.
- Don't forget to keep
that scarf on you.
- [Angelina] I won't.
(festive music)
(muffled chatter)
- This tree is so beautiful.
We've only been
here for six months
and it already feels like home.
- Yes, but the mansion
was way bigger.
I mean, I can't even fit my
usual size Douglas fir here.
- Honey, it's the holidays.
Be happy.
Lucille, Raven.
- Leave it, James.
She'd just be sitting
here on her phone anyways.
- Give her a break, she's 16.
- Here, I found some
more old ornaments.
- Thank you, Lucille.
- Aunt Maggie?
- She has a bakery
on the east side.
- I remember you
telling me about her.
- I heard she's not
doing that well though.
- Too much sugar
will do that to you.
- I think we should
pay her a visit.
- You and Raven should
pay her a visit.
- [Raven] Dad?
- We're in here.
Raven, do you remember
your Aunt Maggie?
- You mean Auntie Coocoo?
Yeah, she's been sending
me Christmas books
every Christmas
since I was nine.
- If you don't want
them, I'll take them.
- Your dad thinks he
should go visit her.
- Well, nevermind about that.
Why are you both out of breath?
- There was a major pipe break
across the street from
the soup kitchen.
- Was there any damages?
- No, not on the inside,
but the city said
it could take up to two
weeks to repair the pipe.
- And meanwhile, the
soup kitchen's closed.
- Well that's too
bad with Christmas
right around the corner.
- Deacon Scott is hopeless.
Dad, you have to do something.
- I'm sorry honey, but
pushing the water department
to fix a leak
during the holidays
is a little bit out of the
realm of what I can do.
- Dad, really?
You know the mayor.
- I know the mayor, but
he's a very busy gentleman.
- I bet if Mom was
here she could
certainly do something about it.
- Raven dear, your
father's right.
Something like this
unfortunately is out of his
hands.
- Raven, I was thinking,
how do you feel about helping
your Great Aunt Maggie?
- What?
No, go to the mountains?
- She doesn't live
in the mountains.
We just visited the one
Christmas in Big Bear.
She has a bakery
on the east side.
- No, I'm not going there.
- Excuse us, you're going.
- I am not going anywhere.
- Raven.
- I am made as hell and I'm
not gonna take this anymore.
Come on, Jerry.
- What was that?
I mean, are you okay with that?
'Cause I'm not.
- Don't worry, darling.
It's a classic quote
from the movie network.
- So, if I get married
and start dancing
in the fountain that's okay,
because I'm just quoting
Fellini's la dolce vita scene
in the Trevi Fountain, right?
- I think that would
be kinda funny.
- I think we should
find her something
else to do for the holidays.
- I agree with you.
- I just don't want
the neighbors to hear
all that screaming.
- They won't hear us,
just live a little.
- Enough of this nonsense.
- Listen, I organized a
reunion with Aunt Maggie,
don't worry, I have a plan set.
- You better.
- Oh my, look what time it is.
I have an appointment at
the Chamber of Commerce.
Okay, sweetheart, love you.
- [Molly] Love you.
- Molly's really starting
to get on my nerves.
- She's just trying
to be your mom.
- No she's not, she's just
trying to get rid of me.
- You think?
- I don't wanna talk about her.
- So, why don't you tell
me more about Aunt Cookie?
- Aunt Maggie.
I don't know, her and my
mom were best friends,
then all of a sudden they
just didn't talk anymore.
- Well, you know I haven't
seen snow in quite some time,
I could turn it into a little
vacation for you and I.
- Nope.
Bunny, do you wanna
go see Aunt Maggie?
Don't bark if you wanna
go see Aunt Maggie.
- Looks like he wants us
to go see Aunt Maggie.
- Do you wanna stay
here and play instead?
- At least somebody
agrees with me.
(light music)
- Yeah, I agree, we should look
at the easements on
both those properties.
- Well, we'll have the
opportunity of presenting
our plans at next week's
city commission meeting.
- I'm not sure the
city of Beverly Hills
needs more mixed-used
development.
- Wait, what?
I can't believe you'd be
opposed to this, James.
- [James] It's not that
I'm opposed it it--
- Then what is it?
I mean, it's the
wave of the future.
- I live for days just
like this, fellas.
That's why we got
into the business.
- That's right.
- Did you see the
expression on her face?
- The expression of I just lost
seven figures to these guys.
Woo!
- I'll be dreaming
about it tonight.
- Dreaming, that's my queue.
- What?
- Yeah, I'm tired.
And you guys are celebrating
and talking business
and I want you to be able
to do that and I feel like--
- It's the biggest deal
in the firms history.
One last cheers before you go?
- Yeah.
- One cheers.
To you guys.
No, you guys deserve
it, honestly, congrats.
Okay, my Uber's here.
- Okay.
- Love you forever.
- Love you forever.
- Okay guys, have fun.
- Thank you.
- Don't be too naughty.
- Lucille will see
you to the door.
Nathan, you're one lucky guy.
- You are lucky.
You're lucky and
we're rich, fellas.
What a great day.
What a great day,
ready to go again?
- [James] Let's review
the other proposals first.
- Oh, I agree with James.
- Welcome back to Earth, Nate.
- Perry, can you get
me Betford file?
- Sure, I'll get right on that.
Nate, do you have a minute?
- Yeah.
- [James] What's up, buddy?
- Oh, look I'm sorry I just,
I just haven't been
in the game, I guess.
- It's about Laura, right?
- Yeah, I should've
been driving that night.
- Nate, it's not your fault.
None of this is your fault.
She would want you to be happy.
- I just wish I could
see her again.
- I know the feeling.
It's been several years
since I lost my first wife,
and not a day goes by that I
don't wish she was with me.
- I see her in the light.
I miss her smile,
I miss her laugh.
(dramatic music)
(blinker clicking)
(horn honking)
(crashing)
- [James] Look, let's
go look at the plans.
(chiming)
- Hey, hey--
- What the heck.
- Have you seen my reindeer?
- No.
- I can't find them and Santa
doesn't like it when I'm late.
- How can you see me?
- I'm an elf, duh.
I can see you.
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- [Molly] How does Nathan feel?
- Not so good, he feels guilty.
- Enough with the pity party,
he needs to move on already.
- [James] Aren't you
being a bit harsh?
He lot his wife.
- Mrs. Foxworth.
- Yes?
Lucille?
(chiming)
- I'm sorry, I
think I heard your
cell phone ringing in the
other room, Mrs. Foxworth.
- Okay, let me go check.
- Lucille can you remind me
of my schedule tomorrow with
the Chamber of Commerce
in Beverly Hills
and my medical appointment
and also do I have that
meeting over at BucksBees?
- And since when I was
promoted to a secretary?
I thought I was just
a housekeeper here?
(light dramatic music)
- [Yvonne] Yvonne is here.
- Ding dong the witch is here.
- Ding dong the witch is here.
- I heard you, Uncle James.
- I wasn't trying to whisper.
- [Yvonne] That's nice.
- So, give me the
bad news first.
- No bad news, I just came by
to take Aunt Molly
Christmas shopping.
- So then I should block
all my credit cards?
Once again, how did you get
that new Bentley outside?
- I got it at a charity auction.
- A charity auction.
- Yvonne.
- Hey, how's my favorite cousin?
Busy?
- Yeah, I'm just trying to
buy something on Net-a-Porter,
but it won't let me, my
credit card number won't work.
- You mean my
credit card number?
So, what are you
buying now, Raven?
A new FREDDY yacht for
your trip to South Beach?
(laughing)
- Just doing some early
holiday shopping.
Christmas is in a few days.
Let me guess, you
haven't even started
Christmas shopping yet?
- Ah, James.
- And what's wrong with that?
- Every year you spend
panicking up and down Rodeo just
to buy Molly another
useless piece of jewelry.
Surprise her.
Send her to a retreat in Mexico.
- I beg your pardon, Raven?
- Duh.
- Raven, I always buy
everyone's gifts first.
- Lies.
- Pardon me?
(dramatic music)
- What is it?
- Hi, Aunt Molly.
- Thanks for coming.
How's your boyfriend.
- Ugh, I got rid of him.
- Oh, I'm sorry to hear.
- I'm not.
- So, what's everybody
talking about?
- Nothing that concerns you.
- About life.
- Yeah, life sucks
and then you die.
- Raven, please behave.
- I really don't know what
to get my nieces and nephews.
- Maybe because you
never see them.
- Maybe because I
work hard everyday.
- Saint Molly.
- Raven, since we have you
here, we decided that you're
gonna visit your Aunt
Maggie for the holiday.
- I'm what?
- You're going to
visit with your Aunt.
- For my entire break?
- Lucille will be
packing your bag.
- I can pack my own case.
Is this a joke?
- No joke?
- What about Jerry?
- They'll appreciate
another set of hands.
Get ready, you're
leaving in one hour.
- No.
- [Yvonne] She okay?
- Oh, she'll live.
The girl needs a
kick in the butt.
Come on, Yvonne, let's go.
(sighs)
(light music)
(chiming)
* Smiling through these tears *
* Facing my worst fears *
* Don't you know-- *
- Mom, why'd you have
to leave me so early?
I hate it here.
I miss you so much.
- Love, life is beautiful.
I want you to go see my sister.
She's a lovely lady.
* To carry on *
- And I was wrong about her.
* Without you by my side *
- She needs your help.
* But I'm smiling *
- Give me a sign if you want
me to go see Aunt Maggie.
Make Bunny nod.
* I'm smiling to a tear *
- Bunny, nod.
Come on, Bunny.
(chiming)
- Really?
Mom?
(dramatic music)
- [Maggie] That is
absolutely beautiful.
- Yeah, they are.
- Look at these.
Aren't they pretty?
They turned out really well.
- They did.
- Maggie.
- Oh, not Kevin, I
told you last week
that I will call you
when I am ready to pay.
(chuckling)
- I'm afraid it's a bit more
complicated than that, Maggie.
- But, look Kevin, I have been
in this shop for 30 years.
I am an institution
in this town.
- Well, I guess the
collectors don't like
your sugar cookies
anymore, Maggie.
- What?
- I have a bitter one for you.
You have one week left,
which means your deadline's
the day after Christmas.
So you better start collecting
your money or you can start
selling cookies off a van in
Griffith Park for all I care.
- How dare you.
- The day after
Christmas, Maggie.
- Don't you dare walk out--
(gasping)
- Maggie?
Maggie, are you okay?
- Oh, I'm fine.
- You don't look fine.
- Oh, I'm fine, I'm fine.
Um, I tell ya what, Doll,
go outside to see who's
there, why don't you?
- Oh, okay.
- Okay.
(somber music)
(sighs)
- Right this way.
(light music)
- Aunt Maggie.
- Well, this is a
great surprise.
Just look at y'all.
Oh, my goodness James,
it's just giving me
the chills to see y'all here.
- It's been a very long time.
How have you been?
- I couldn't be better.
I couldn't be better.
Oh, my goodness, I would
know this child anywhere.
There's a very big
family resemblance.
- Hi, Aunt Maggie.
- Hi.
So, to what do I owe
this pleasant surprise?
- First, we'd like to
place a family order.
- What are y'all gonna have?
Whoa, all this, huh?
- You know how the
Foxworths love to entertain.
- I am thankin' the
Lord for that.
This is gonna keep
me mighty busy.
- Not to worry, I
brought you some help.
- Oh, really?
- Ready for duty.
- Well, that would be great.
We have an event
up in Crows Roost
and to have some extra
help would really be great.
- Crows Roost?
Like in the Big Bear Mountains?
- Yes, that's the one.
It's lovely up there.
- Raven, it's gonna be fine.
Aunt Maggie, thank you
for taking care of her.
- Well, it is my
pleasure to do so.
Well, come on in, y'all.
Come on in to the shop and
take a look at the place.
Come on in.
- Hey.
- Hey, do you mind if I sit.
- [Nina] Oh, not at all.
What's your name?
- Raven, what's yours?
- Nice to meet you, Raven.
I'm Nina.
- [Raven] So how long
have you been baking?
- Uh, I've been baking
for a few years now.
Yeah, it's been really
great working for Maggie.
- Yeah, she's pretty cool.
- Yeah.
Do you have any
interest in baking?
- Yeah, my Mom loved baking.
- Oh, does your mom still bake?
- No, she died.
- Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.
- [Raven] It's okay.
- I could teach you how to bake.
- Really?
- Yeah.
- That'd be great, sure.
- All right, let's go for it.
Let's five.
(slapping)
Do you wanna start
with pies or cookies.
- [Raven] Cookies,
they're my favorite.
- Yeah, they're
so much more fun.
(laughing)
(light music)
- Thanks for helping
with this, Yvonne.
I can't believe how hard
it is to shop for James.
- Have you tried Stefano Ricci?.
- I did, but then I realized
I needed him there with me.
- Oh, what is Raven getting him?
- Who knows, the
girl doesn't think
about anybody but herself.
Do you think I'm being
too harsh with her?
- Yeah, I think you are.
That girl has been through a
lot, she just lost her mom.
- You're right, I need
to bond with her more.
I just wanted to spend
more times with James.
- What about if you guys planned
a trip together somewhere?
- That's a great idea.
We haven't traveled for a while.
Maybe Dubai or Paris.
Maybe something simple like
a road trip up the coast.
- That's good.
- Oh, no, that's not a good
idea because that gets me one
step closer to sleeping under
the stars in a sleeping bag.
(laughing)
Can you imagine us cooking
chow under the fire?
- No, I cannot.
What about if you drive up
to Joshua Tree and camp?
- Camping?
No, you've lost your mind.
(light music)
(gasping)
- Wow.
We're here.
Welcome to the
mountain, city girl.
- It's freezing.
- Oh, see I'm glad
it's not just me.
Okay kids, I tell you what,
why don't you all
help unload the car?
There you go, see that'll
warm you right up.
- Great.
- This way.
(giggling)
Here we are.
Careful.
Whoops, here we go.
Ah.
Kids, I tell you what, why
don't you leave your boxes out
here and we can just
get them later, okay?
- Okay.
- All right.
- Perfect.
Oh, my goodness.
Well kids, welcome to Apples.
Isn't it beautiful?
I love it, it's so Christmasy.
I tell you what, y'all
sit down, you rest,
I'm gonna go check
in and I'm gonna
get y'all some hot
chocolate, okay?
- Okay, Aunt Maggie.
- Okay.
- Hey, so thanks
for coming with me
and always being there for me.
- Yeah, of course.
I mean, you know I like you,
so I'd do anything for ya.
- This might sound
a little weird,
but you know how when
you died and came back?
- Mm hm.
(dramatic music)
- Recharging.
- Recharging, charged.
- Jerry, don't you
give up on me.
One more time, Jerry.
Come on, come on, clear.
- I feel like my mom came
back with you or in you.
- Well, I mean I guess souls
don't really have a gender.
But, I get what you mean.
- I love you.
- I love me, too.
(laughing)
I do love you, though.
Just so you know.
(light music)
(muffled chatter)
- [Boy] Come on, whoa!
(light music)
- [Raven] I think
he's cuter that you.
- I mean, honestly, our scarves
are pretty much the same.
- Take it off this for me.
- Okay.
- Just take it.
- Get, ah no, it's
caught in the back.
Oh, it's stapled in the back.
Crap, go, go.
(light music)
- [Man] Face first, is
a whole lot easier.
About that height, it just
goes a little bit longer.
You get to show them, right?
- Keep warm.
Did you see that?
The old 97s are comin' to town.
- We should go see them.
- Maybe.
We should go see The Bad Seeds.
That would be a good one, right?
Look at what I got you.
- It's so--
- No, that's for
Christmas, though.
- No.
- No, no, no, no, no, no.
It's for, look I'll
let you look at it,
but it's for
Christmas, all right?
- It's so cute.
- I know.
That's why I got it.
(birds chirping)
(light music)
- [Maggie] Aren't those
beautiful, honey?
- Yes.
- [Maggie] I know, I made that
apple crumble just for you,
'cause I know it
is your favorite.
- It's gonna be so good.
- I know, I love it,
I love it, too.
Well hey there, Lenoir,
how you doin' this morning?
- [Lenoir] I'm just okay,
it's 'cause of the arthritis.
- [Maggie] Oh no.
- All the baking
I've been doing,
but I see you made
fruit tarts today.
- You know, I sure did.
There was a beautiful
crop of apples
I had to take advantage of it.
Well, I tell you what,
try yourself a sample.
- All right?
- All right.
You just go right
ahead, go ahead.
What do you think?
- Mm, what's in your crust?
- Oh, a little bit of
this, a little bit of that.
- Mm hm.
- I tell you what,
why don't I give you a
copy of the recipe.
- [Lenoir] That
would be fabulous.
- Absolutely, you know what,
I've got it right here.
Here you go.
- Thank you very much.
- Oh, you are so welcome
and you make sure
to tell me how those turn
out when you make 'em.
- I will.
- Okay.
- Thanks.
- Your welcome, bye.
I am good.
Jerry, sweetheart,
could you lay off
the snowballs for a little bit?
Just leave us some snow.
- All right.
(light music)
(birds chirping)
This is great, isn't it?
This place it kinda
reminds me of Aspen a bit.
- When were you in Aspen?
- Never, but I mean
you don't have
to go to Aspen to
know what it's like.
- It's freezing.
- Are you okay?
You seem a little strange.
- I'm okay, it's just cold.
- Gotcha.
Well, you wanna know my trick?
I pretend that I'm in Miami--
- Wait, when were you in Miami?
- Never, but I mean
you don't have go--
- To go to Miami to
know what it's like.
- Bingo, you got it.
- Right, got it.
- Come on, let's go.
(chiming)
(sighs)
- See, I made this one for you.
Got cream coconut 'cause
I know it's your favorite,
you were in my head.
Oh hey, there you are.
- Thanks.
- Hey.
- Good to see that you didn't
get lost in this
booming metropolis.
- Oh no, not at all.
This one here, she
is smart and pretty.
Just like her mother.
- Her mother?
- Angelina.
- Oh, we were good
friends with your mom.
Herb Bessa.
- Raven Foxworth.
- So why haven't we met before?
- My parents are probably too
busy with their own careers.
- Oh, you know in an avalanche,
each unique and beautiful
snowflake pleads not guilty
and I'll accept that answer.
My oldest son lives
three blocks from here
and I haven't seen
him in two months.
- Well that's a darn shame.
- Yeah, but I get to see
pictures from Hawaii, right?
And the grandkids, they send
me sporting events on Facebook.
- You're on Facebook?
- To tell you the truth, Raven,
these wrinkles on my face,
this is a mask I'm wearing.
I'm only 55.
(laughing)
- Aunt Maggie, you
should join Facebook.
- Oh, honey, what on Earth for?
I don't even have a computer.
- You have one at the
bakery and to keep in touch.
- You give me a call
or you stop by,
that is how you stay in touch.
- Hey you guys, you know what,
I'm gonna go unload the
last load, all right?
- Well thank you, sir.
- Yeah, you know, on that note
I'm gonna go home and raise
my cholesterol levels.
- [Maggie] All right.
- Bye sweetie.
- By Uncle Herb.
- I like this girl.
- I do too.
And I'll see you
next week, Herb.
- Next week?
Honey, I'll see you
in my dreams, love.
- Aw, thank you.
- [Herb] Bye sweetie.
- Bye Herb, drive safe.
- Bye.
- Bye.
That man was really
almost your uncle.
- Really?
- Oh yeah, he wanted
to put buns in my oven
and I only wanted to bake pies.
You know what, I'll tell you
what, it's lovely out here.
I want you to go
find your sweetie
and I want you to
go take a walk.
- Seriously?
- Yes, really.
I can take of this, I got this.
You go, you go have a good time.
- Okay.
- Okay.
(light music)
- [Boy] Dad!
(children yelling)
- Are you all right,
are you all right?
- Actually I think I've fallen
for you quite literally
in this way.
- Don't hurt yourself.
- All right.
Thanks for the advice.
(light music)
Do you even know how
to throw snowballs?
(bell ringing)
- [Maggie] Oh, hey.
- Hi, Aunt Maggie.
- You're back, how was it?
- Awesome.
Thanks for bringing us here.
- Oh honey, you are
more than welcome.
- Are you busy?
- Oh, just writing
down a recipe.
- Do you ever give
away your recipes.
- Well, I may leave out
an ingredient or two.
- No way.
- Karma?
- Oh, karma nothing.
Somebody's gonna take this
thing, they are gonna make it
and then they are gonna
claim it for their own.
- Mm hm.
- Mm hm.
- So, you do this
every Christmas?
- I do.
I know, it's pretty exhausting,
but I love it up here.
And I love seeing my friends.
- Why don't you
just live up here?
- (laughing) Are you trying
to get rid of me already?
- No, no.
- Oh, honey, honey, honey,
I know what you mean.
Why haven't I sold the farm?
Or in this case, the bakery.
And the truth is I really
haven't put together
the whole nest egg
I need to retire.
Unfortunately I'm
missin' the yolk.
But that's okay.
That's okay, you know
what, I tell you what,
let's pack up the car.
Let's do that because
those roads out there
they get very dangerous
when it starts snowin'.
- All right, yeah.
We're on it.
Yeah, we're on it.
- Okay perfect.
Here sweetheart,
could you hold that?
And could you take
this one as well?
Wonderful, terrific, and
I will get our santa.
- [Jerry] Awesome.
(light music)
- [Nina] All right, here you go.
- Wow, these look
absolutely spectacular.
- Aw, thank you.
- Thank you, so much.
- Sure thing, Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas to you too.
You know, there's an
awful lot of cookies here.
I was wondering if you
wouldn't mind helping
me eat these later on tonight.
I could come by around 7:00,
pick you up for dinner,
we already have dessert.
The cookies are no doubt as
delicious as they look given,
not to mention you would know.
What do you say?
- I am very, very flattered,
but I have a boyfriend.
- He's a very lucky guy, thank
you so much for the cookies.
Merry Christmas to you.
- Merry Christmas to you.
- [Man] Take care.
- Mr. Foxworth, hi.
- Hello, Nina, what a
lovely Christmas tree.
- Oh, thank you.
- Have you seen Raven around?
- Um, she's not back yet.
Maybe there's something I
could help you with, though?
- Oh, no, no, I'm fine.
Have you been busy?
- Um, not really.
Maggie hasn't been doing
very well financially.
So, you know, it's been hard.
Yeah.
Is there anything I
can get for you though,
while you're here?
- Would you have
any ideas on what
I could get my wife
for Christmas?
- Cookies.
- Cookies?
- Cookies.
- Cookies it is, then.
- [Nina] All right,
I'm gettin' some.
There you go.
- These are great and how much--
- Oh, they're on the house.
- Thank you, Nina.
- Yeah, no problem.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas to you.
- Take care.
- Drive safe.
(festive music)
(light music)
* Come December *
* Where all your
dreams come true *
* Come December *
- [Maggie] Hey
there, we're back.
- [Nina] Hey, you're back
sooner than I thought.
- That's right.
- Raven, your dad just left.
- Oh.
- So, tell me how
was business today?
- Well, it wasn't very busy,
but I did just power
clean everything.
- Well, that's fantastic.
It's fantastic.
Oh dear.
- Hm, yeah.
- I see the dreaded mail carrier
dared to show his face
here again today.
Oh my.
- Yeah.
- See y'all, I was really
hoping that that coupon in the
West Side Penny Saver was
gonna bring some people in.
- Isn't that the free paper
that everybody gets
tossed in their driveway?
- [Maggie] It sure is.
- And then the
gardener runs it over?
- Well, I guess
that could happen.
- Actually, it's usually the
sprinkler systems that soak it.
- Well, if you're a big water
waster, then all right then.
- Aw, so, how was
the Crows Roost?
- It was awesome.
- Thrilling.
- [Nina] Cool.
- There you see, it was awesome.
All right, I'm gonna go
make up the supply order.
Oh, put a ad in the
Penny Saver, Maggie.
There's a big circulation, yeah.
- You know this place could
use a few finishing touches.
- Well then, I think you're
the perfect person for the job.
- Great idea.
- But I must
forewarn you ladies,
I'm the Duke of Decorations.
- Oh.
- Okay, I mean I'm the master
of crate paper.
In fact, streamer,
it's my middle name.
- Aw, let's get you a ladder.
- Yeah, why not.
- Yeah.
- [Maggie] Oh!
(thudding)
- Aunt Maggie.
(chiming)
- Oh, oh kids.
Oh sweetie, I'm so sorry,
this is so embarrassing.
- Aunt Maggie, you
need to take it slow.
- Yeah, no, no, Aunt Maggie,
why don't you just go
home, get some rest, okay?
We'll look after the
bakery, don't worry.
- You know, honey,
I probably should.
- Should I call a cab?
- No, honey, darling, no.
I'll call Herb to
come pick me up.
It's fine.
Here, okay, here we go.
Up.
- Okay.
- Oh, my goodness.
- Here we go.
There we go.
- Okay.
- All right.
- Kids, could y'all make sure
that everything's
locked up here?
- Of course.
- Thank you, sweetheart.
- All right, it's okay.
Do you wanna rest
on my shoulder.
- Oh, honey, I don't
wanna hurt you.
- I'll do all right,
just go slow.
- Okay, whoa.
- Just put one foot in front
of the other, you got this.
- Thank you, darling.
- We should go home.
- I'll get the lights.
- All right.
(light music)
(chiming)
(birds chirping)
(light music)
- So, are you ready
to get started?
- Get started?
- Yeah, I mean, I
don't know about you,
but I really need this job.
Also, I'm sure that your Aunt
Maggie doesn't wanna lose
the customers that
she does have--
- To the cupcake people?
- Exactly.
- If my Mom was still here,
she coulda taught me how
to make Aunt Maggie's pies.
(bell ringing)
May I help you?
- Yeah, I just came
by to order a pie.
No eviction notice this time.
- A what?
- A pie.
This is a bakery, right?
It's for my daughter.
It's her birthday tomorrow.
- Are you serious.
- Raven, let me handle this.
What kinda pie would you like?
- A crumble pie.
- A crumble pie, yeah,
she'd love that.
- That's great.
- Good, so, tomorrow, same time?
- Yeah.
- I'll pick it up.
- Sounds perfect.
- Great, ladies.
- So, why did he say
eviction notice.
- You should talk to
your Aunt about that.
Pretty tree though, huh?
- Nathan.
I'm gonna surprise them
and have the pipes fixed.
Ah, you sweetheart, how are you?
Thank you, I very
much appreciate that.
I would love for
you to be there.
How are you?
Nathan, before you answer, I
want you to spend Christmas
with our family, so come
over around 6:00 p.m..
(light music)
- [Nina] Oh, Mrs. Foxworth.
- Well, hello.
- Hi, what can I get for you?
- Well, I'm here to order
Maggie's famous apple crust pie.
- Oh, unfortunately, we
don't have any of those
ready just yet, but I do
have some chocolate cream.
- Oh, I don't really like that.
- Oh.
- You know, I always order
Maggie's famous apple crust pie.
Well, she knows I
always order it once
a week when my boys
come home for dinner.
Is she here?
- She's not in today.
- Oh, I'm really out of luck.
- But the pies
should be out soon.
- How soon?
- Maybe five minutes?
- Oh, I don't know.
- I'll tell you what.
Why don't you have
a seat over there
and I'll give you a cookie
on the house while you wait.
- What kind of a cookie?
- Macadamia nut?
- With that, you have a deal.
- All right, I had a feeling.
- Oh, and two.
Thank you so much.
- Absolutely.
- You know, the bakery
looks just beautiful.
- Aw.
- So Christmasy.
- Aw, thank you.
- I'll really enjoy
this, thank you, again.
- Please do.
I'll let you know
when the pies are up.
- Oh, I'll let you
know how it is.
(sighs)
Mm, delicious.
Certainly worth the wait.
(sighs)
- This is so why I
quit spin class.
(light music)
Grandma?
- Raven.
What are you doing here?
What a surprise.
- I work here.
- Well, I didn't know that.
Raven, I don't see
enough of you.
You have to come
over more often.
- Yes, Grandma.
Do you need anything else?
- No, I'm just waiting
for my apple crust pies.
Now you go ahead, I don't
wanna make you late.
- Okay.
- Today we're taking
up a collection for the
children's hospital and Santa
knows you'll give generously,
because it's Christmas
right here.
Right here.
Oh.
- Do you work here?
Can we get cake?
- Excuse me?
- Are you deaf?
- I, I'm.
- Oh, you know what,
I'm happy to help you.
What can we got for you?
- Cake, we want cake.
- Okay, cool, what kind
of cake would you like?
- Our cake?
- Okay, and what kind of cake
would you like your cake to be?
(speaking foreign language)
- Where is our cake?
- Ah, you know what, I
have your cake right here,
it's a German Chocolate.
- Was it so difficult?
- Thank you.
- Enjoy.
(speaking foreign language)
Oh, all right.
Let me go check on my pies.
(giggling)
(light dramatic music)
- Merry Christmas.
(chuckling)
Merry Christmas.
(chuckling)
Merry Christmas.
(chuckling)
Merry Christmas,
Merry Christmas.
(light music)
- So, are they
always so charming?
- They're regulars, so
we tend to overlook
their more eccentric qualities.
- Qualities?
- In the most exaggerated
definition of the word.
- When my dad
stopped by earlier,
did he ask you for any
suggestions for Christmas?
- Yeah, it was lame.
Like I have any idea what rich
people get for each other.
Also, since he did ask,
I told him about our
financial troubles.
I thought maybe he could help.
- What did he say?
- He didn't say anything.
(dinging)
That's my cookies.
Good job.
- Those look and
smell amazing, Nina.
- Thank you.
All right.
Comin' out.
- You know, keeping
the displays filled
isn't gonna bring
in new customers.
- You're absolutely right.
You know what, I'm on it.
- [Raven] Where are
you going with that?
- Uh, to captivate an audience.
- That is a great idea.
- [Raven] Bring some
flyers with you.
- Way ahead of ya.
- Thanks, Jerry.
(dinging)
I've got it.
(light dramatic music)
Not again.
- Is my pie ready?
- Not yet.
- Where's Maggie?
- Not here at the moment.
- This space right here,
you'd say it's what, 12 by 20?
It's a lot of really good space.
- What an opportunist.
- I stink at math.
- Uh huh, but you
can read, right?
You tell Maggie, that this
needs to be taken care of right
away or I'll be forced to
take another course of action.
Soon.
I'll be back later
to pick up my pie.
(chiming)
- Go ahead, open it.
- Ouch.
- Ouch is right.
(light music)
- Oh look, it's Jerry.
- Aw, you workin', Jerry?
- Yes, I am, what gave it away?
- Are these samples?
- Yeah, they're for
potential customers.
- Are they low carb?
Gluten free?
- No, they're from a bakery.
Raven's working at the bakery.
- Raven?
Raven Foxworth?
Where's this bakery?
- I don't see why
that's important.
- You know what, we'll
find it ourselves, moron.
- Where did that come...
So rude.
Steppin' all over Jerry.
Whatever.
(dinging)
- Oh, hi.
- Hi.
Hey girls, you guys
should enter this contest.
I'm one of the judges and
you could win $10,000.
- The Out of the Box
Holiday Bake Off?
- Yes, I hear your
pies are great.
Anyway, I hope to see you there.
Merry Christmas.
- Bye.
- Merry Christmas.
- What's this about anyways?
- Oh, it's a contest they do
once a year in Crows Roost.
- $10,000 is sure
a lot of money.
- Yeah, it would be
really great right now
because my dad's
been out of work.
- Oh, right.
- Yeah.
But speaking of baking desserts,
I think that pie is gotta
come out of the oven.
(sighs)
- It's my understanding that
your interest lies in a much
bigger project than just
repossessing the bakery.
- And where'd you get
that information from?
- I have my sources.
- What do you want,
Mr. Foxworth?
- Well, I think I can help you.
I'll be able to
implement a plan that
is far more profitable for you.
- Like where?
- Like here.
Beverly Hills is one of
the most desirable places
to be in the entire world.
- Is that why you
brought me here?
- Yes, indeed it is.
Wouldn't you rather
build your resort
here than up in the woods?
- Well, is it a guaranteed deal?
- Let's just say
it's a sure thing.
Look, I could pay rent and
you'll never hear from us
again--
- [Turner] Why
would you do that?
- Do what?
- Waste money?
That bakery has been at a
loss for the past two years.
- Because I'm a benefactor
and Maggie, she's family.
- Doesn't sound like a
business man I'm talking to.
- Mr. Turner, it's not
always about money.
- Is that right?
- My recommendation is for you
to review these plans
and reconsider.
- Well, you've certainly spiked
my interest, Mr. Foxworth,
but I can't guarantee anything.
But I will look at these prints.
- Very good.
- Wonderful.
- Join me for lunch.
We have a wonderful restaurant
that's not too far from here.
- Raven, we have a problem.
- Oh, no.
- I'll get the mop.
- It's not you,
it's the same leak
that keeps happening
over and over again.
- This place needs a renovation.
- Maggie just used to
wrap the pipe in duck tape
until she had time for
the plumber to come.
- We could always call the
plumber from the soup kitchen.
What was his name?
Anthony, he works for cheap.
- It's worth a shot.
(light music)
- How about you guys go get me
a coffee instead of staring?
Hey, I'm workin' here.
Would you guys please
get outa here?
- So are we plum?
- We are not plum.
- Great.
- Oh yeah, that's a
good flavor, too.
Plum?
No one, Bueller?
Tough crowd.
- Gonna need a few more
pieces to fix this.
- Really?
- Should only take a piece
of drywall and some mud.
- Right.
Why don't you give it a try?
- Since when do you know
anything about drywall?
- I watch the home
improvement channel.
- So who's gonna pay for this?
- I guess we can put I
on the bakery's account.
- I'm gonna have to
get full payment
for that while I'm here today.
- I'll get my card.
- I'll need cash, please.
- This has been a nightmare.
(dramatic music)
- Hi, Mrs. Hawkins.
What can I do for you?
- Well, I'm here to
pickup my pecan pies.
- Oh, well we're actually
having a bit of a plumbing issue
right now, so unfortunately
we don't have any pies.
- What kind of plumbing problem.
Maybe I can help?
- Help?
I'm afraid you can't,
but that's really
nice of you to offer.
- I was really hoping
to have those today.
I have a big family dinner.
- Well, what about some
of Maggie's cookies?
They're delicious.
- No, my nephews love
their pecan pies.
- When would you need them by?
- Well, tonight, I guess.
- Great, we'll see you then.
- Well, that sounds marvelous.
I'll stop by later then.
- Why did you promise her pies?
Our kitchen is down.
- Look, Maggie's having
some financial troubles.
- Yeah, well, 10 pecan pies
is not gonna change that.
- We have to start somewhere.
I know where we can
bake in the meantime.
- [Nina] Where?
- The soup kitchen.
- Well, who's gonna look
after the shop, then?
- Jerry.
- [Nina] All right, I'll
go look for the recipe.
Excuse me.
- Jerry, what?
- You have to stay here.
We're gonna go bake some pies.
- Oh, where at?
- The soup kitchen.
- All right, I got it.
Let's go.
- Awesome.
- We'll be back.
- Hey, guys, for how long?
Wait, guys?
- Hey buddy, so
who's gonna pay me?
(sighs)
- Oh.
- I think it's ready.
- You think?
- Oh, I hope this works.
Sorry I brought
the wrong recipe.
Can you get that?
Thanks.
- If it sucks we can
just start over.
- I like that attitude.
- Now we just have to
wait until it's not
the temperature of
liquid lava anymore.
- A while, I guess?
- Mm hm.
You know, I think
my mom had a copy
of Maggie's pumpkin
pecan pie recipe.
What?
- I know how Aunt Maggie
shares her recipes.
- Oh, the missing
ingredient thing?
Yeah, well, she never leaves
out anything that's important.
- Like pumpkin pecans.
- Right, like
pumpkins and pecans.
I don't know, I feel like
it doesn't' smell right.
(sighs)
- Oh mom, what would you do?
(chiming)
Hey Nina, is this the
wrong recipe you took?
- Yeah, that's the one.
- Apple crumble?
- Mm hm.
- My mom used to make
this all the time.
I remember her saying it was
Aunt Maggie's best recipe.
- Oh, but so what?
- It's the best pie
I've ever had.
How would you feel about
joining forces and making
Aunt Maggie's apple
crumble for the contest?
We can split the prize money.
- I really wanted the prize
money to give to my family.
- I'll give my half
to Aunt Maggie
so she can keep open her shop
and you can keep your job.
- All right, it's a deal.
High five.
(slapping)
Yes, all right.
- I'll be right back.
- Okay.
What are we gonna do with you?
Ow.
I forgot the cinnamon.
(light music)
- [Scott] It's been a
very different Christmas.
Usually at this time
of the year we're
all very excited with the
Christmas dinner preparation.
- [James] No, I understand.
- My main concern
are the children.
They won't have a place
to celebrate Christmas
if we don't find a
solution very soon.
- Well, Deacon Scott, as I
told you, I called the mayors
office and he's going to do
everything today to fix it.
His office will be
calling you shortly.
- Sounds marvelous, and
I'll add some prayers.
(sighs)
So, what exactly is
bothering you, Mr. Foxworth?
- My daughter, Raven,
she's been difficult
to deal with lately.
- Well, she's at that age.
I wouldn't worry your
mind too much about it.
- Has she been visiting you?
- Yes, she's actually
at the soup kitchen
in the church right now.
- Really?
I thought it was closed.
- Well, I had them open
the kitchen for her.
She said something about she had
to make some pies for
her Aunt's bakery.
Apparently they're having
a plumbing problem as well.
What's wrong now?
- Nothing.
I think I'm gonna pay a little
visit to the soup kitchen
and speak to her.
- Well, Amen.
I can be there if need be.
- That's great.
* Amen, Amen *
- Is there anything else
that I can do for the church?
- Oh, Mr. Foxworth, you've done
quite enough for the church.
- It's my pleasure.
- By the way, Dad, what
are you doing here?
- Well, I decided to place an
order for the soup kitchen.
- Dad, really?
- I gave a lot of thought to
what you said to me, Raven,
and I pulled a few strings
at City Hall, and
Christmas dinner is on.
- Great.
More baking.
- What's wrong, Raven,
you look concerned?
- It's just Aunt Maggie,
she's not doing so well.
- Hm.
Well...
We're all in God's hands.
(light music)
- [James] Nathan.
Nathan.
- So, once you have it
rolled you wanna kinda use
the rolling pin to fill
in all the cracks.
It's really important
to keep the pie, hey.
- [Raven] Ingredients for
two pies, did you get it?
- Yup, got one bag
of flour right here.
- Awesome.
- It's on.
- And you know your assistant
is ready, willing and able.
(slapping)
- Bam, let's do this.
- Let's do it.
- All right.
- All right.
- Let's do it.
- Let's do it.
- Have you ever used a peeler?
I think I'm gonna put
you on apple duty
so grab that knife.
- All right.
- I'm gonna give the cutting
board in just a second.
And you've got this.
Ready.
- There we go.
(shrieking)
- Step one.
Looks good.
(humming)
See how much fun this is?
Don't forget this bowl, too.
(laughing)
- What?
- Bakin' a pie.
- We did it.
- Phew.
- Well, we did it.
We made a pie.
- Hey, so, any word
on Aunt Maggie?
- She feels much better.
She'll be at the shop tomorrow.
- Good, and this pie
smells amazing.
- I just hope that it
tastes as good as it smells.
- Yeah.
- Try some.
- Yeah, yeah?
- [Raven] Try a bite.
- Okay.
That's amazing.
- Is it?
- Mm hm, try it.
- No, I'll just.
Oh, wow.
Oh, wow.
Okay.
- Like, how good?
- Like, really, really good.
Raven, try some.
- [Nina] It is so good.
- I told you.
- Oh, my gosh.
We made that.
- [Jerry] We did.
- We're a pretty good team.
- [Jerry] I'm pretty
proud of us, yeah?
- I think we're gonna win.
- Yeah, that's amazing.
- Oh, it's so (moaning).
Well, don't eat it all.
This is a winning pie.
- Well, don't eat all of it.
- I know, don't.
Save some for the rest of us.
- I mean, come on.
Yeah, exactly.
- Oh, my gosh, it's so good.
That's amazing.
(giggling)
(dinging)
- Morning.
- Oh.
- Morning.
- Morning.
- Morning.
Here you go, sweetheart.
- Oh, Aunt Maggie has
a rule about there
being no pets in the shop.
- I told you I have
to go to work today.
- Well, he can't stay here.
- Well, you have to keep him.
I can't take him and I
can't leave him in the car.
Gotta go, bye sweetheart.
- Bye Uncle Steve.
- It's all right, Raven,
we'll work it out.
- Okay.
- He's really cute.
- Bunny, stay here.
- All right, let's go
check on those pies.
- Raven, I don't think
this is a very good idea.
Bunny.
Don't even think
about it, Bunny.
No.
Bunny, no!
Bunny!
Ugh, Bunny!
Bunny, stop!
No, Bunny, Bunny, stop!
Bunny, stop!
What's happening to my powers.
Oh, no.
Bunny, stop!
Bunny, you're ruining
everything there.
Please, God, help.
Help, God.
God, help.
Raven.
- Oh, my gosh, Bunny!
(gasps)
- My pie.
Oh, no, my pie!
What are we gonna do?
- I don't think
he looks right.
- Of course, he
doesn't look right.
He just ate an entire pie
that is bigger than him.
- Somebody call 911.
Somebody call 911, Jerry please.
- You don't call 911 for a dog.
- Quick, please, call the vet.
- You call the vet.
Get him out of here.
He's a little monster.
(chiming)
- Oh, God.
- It's gonna be all right.
It's gonna be all right.
(crying)
(light somber music)
(chiming)
- [Maggie] Hey there.
- Hey Aunt Maggie.
- Hey Aunt Maggie.
- Morning.
- Morning.
- Mornin'.
- So, how is Bunny?
- He's okay.
The vet said he was
pooping nonstop.
- Oh, that's great to hear.
Oh, my goodness.
I am gonna miss this place.
- I'm sorry, Aunt Maggie.
- No, sweetheart, no.
What you two girls tried
to do for me was so nice.
But saving this
bakery is something
you couldn't have done anyway.
It's been a longtime coming.
- I guess I'm gonna
have to find a new job.
- [Maggie] Oh, honey, no.
- Only a miracle could save us.
- God, can you please help them?
(light music)
- Hey there, good morning.
- [Martin] Morning.
- [Maggie] How are you
doin' this morning?
- Wonderful, thank you.
- Lovely, well, how may
we help you this morning?
- Last week a young
man was passing out
samples from your bakery.
- Oh.
- That was Jerry.
- Jerry, yes.
- Well, I have found I have not
been able to get the thought
of that delicious crumble
out of my mind ever since.
- Oh.
- It had a tangy cherry
filling with a buttery,
crunchy oatmeal topping.
It was delicious.
- Oh.
- Pardon my distraction.
- [Raven] No worries.
- Oh, well thank you.
That's lovely.
And how may we help
you today, Mr.--
- Thomas.
Martin Thomas.
(chiming)
And I'm here to buy your recipe.
- What?
The Rich and Flour Company?
- Really?
- Young lady, there's two
things I never joke about:
money and baked goods.
And in this case, your
baked goods are money.
- How much money?
- Well, I can't really discuss
exact figures at the moment.
- Ballpark?
- Well, let's just say it's
a very, very nice ballpark.
- Oh.
(light music)
Sweetheart, why don't you
give your father a quick call.
- You got it.
- And, Mr. Thomas, why don't
we bring out some lemon filled
cookies for you to enjoy
until he gets here.
- Sounds lovely.
- Oh absolutely, you
just go have a seat
and we'll be them right on out.
- Thank you very much.
- Of course.
- I'm right on it.
- There you go and girls.
Just one moment.
(light music)
- They sure have been
talking for a long time.
- Yeah, and no one's smiling.
- Poker faces.
- It's freezing out there.
- Well, at least you have
that elf cap to keep you warm.
- And it's Southern California.
- Yes, it's a good deal.
Do it.
- So, what do you think?
- You got yourself a deal.
- A tentative deal.
Of course, until Maggie's
lawyer reviews the proposal.
- Why, of course.
- This is exactly what I
wished for for Christmas.
A true miracle.
- We aim to please.
- It really is one, isn't it?
- Well, it was very
nice meeting you,
but I've got another
appointment tonight.
- Oh, you're gonna buy yourself
a few more recipes
tonight, are ya?
- No, actually I'm
playing Santa Claus
again this year at the
Children's Hospital.
- Aw.
- That is wonderful.
- I love the kids, I
do it every year.
- Well, look at you.
- I'll be in touch.
- Yes, absolutely.
- Take care of yourself, Martin.
- Bye now.
- Goodbye and thank you.
(light music)
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
Was that too obvious?
- So, do we have a deal?
- Well, darlin', it
sure looks like it.
(laughing)
- Oh, look at the time.
I have to get to the jewelry
store before they close.
- What?
- Just kidding.
- Oh.
- Oh, that's cute.
- Aunt Maggie.
- Yes?
- This year instead
of buying gifts,
Molly and I decided
to give you this.
- What is this?
Oh, my goodness.
Oh, my.
Thank you, thank
you all so much.
You all have been so kind to me.
You've been so kind.
Thank you, James.
- You're welcome.
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
Nina, darlin', we gotta
go finish those pies.
- Pie.
- I'll come with you guys.
- I love you, Dad.
- I love you too, Raven.
Your mom would be
so proud of you.
I'll see you tonight.
- Thanks for the
baking lesson, Mom.
- You're welcome, sweetheart.
- Mom?
- I love you.
(chiming)
(light music)
* Silent night *
* Holy night *
* All is calm, all is bright *
* Round yon Virgin,
Mother and Child *
* Holy infant so
tender and mild *
* Sleep in heavenly peace *
* Sleep in heavenly peace *
(glass clinking)
- Hello, everyone and
Merry Christmas.
- [All] Merry Christmas.
- The holidays are such a very
special time for everyone,
and for me it is so dear.
I get to reunite with
family and friends
and to celebrate each
and every one of you,
for you have played such an
important part in my life.
I'm so blessed for Molly
and for the joy you've
brought in my life.
And I'm also very blessed
for my first wife, Angelina.
For as without her I
would not have blessed
with such a beautiful
daughter, Raven.
She would've been so proud
of the young lady
you've developed into.
- Uh, James, if you don't mind
I'd like to say something.
- Yes, Maggie.
- Well, oh my.
It isn't everyday that you go
from the edge of bankruptcy,
on your way to becoming
a household brand.
Oh, city mouse.
I know I haven't seen
you since you were four,
but I'm sure glad you
reentered my life when you did.
Thank you, honey.
Thank you, sweetheart.
- And Merry Christmas again.
- [All] Merry Christmas.
(light music)
- So, are you having fun?
- Yes, it's a beautiful party.
Lucille.
- Yes?
- Thank you so much for taking
care of me all these years.
- Oh, honey, it's my pleasure.
You know you can
always count on me.
You're like a daughter to me.
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- Hey.
- I don't even know, yeah.
- Kevin.
- Hey, Maggie.
- I am really glad that
we could work things out.
Thank you so much
for your patience.
- Well, thank you and thank
you for paying in full.
(laughing)
You know, thank you
for this invitation.
It's just so lovely.
- So, Aunt Maggie wanted
me to give you this
for the soup kitchen.
- This is an awfully
nice donation.
It's very generous.
- We gave Aunt Maggie the money
and she wanted you to have it.
- Oh, well, are you sure
she doesn't need it?
I mean, I know she's been
having some troubles.
- No, she's fine now.
- Oh, well thank you.
- Merry Christmas, Herb.
- Merry Christmas to
you too, sweetheart.
- You look good.
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
This is, it's nice,
a nice party.
Everything's decorated
really, really nice.
(light music)
(chiming)
- Laura?
- Nathan.
You can see me?
Merry Christmas, my love.
- I think about you every day.
- I know.
But our spirits must separate.
- Don't.
- I've gotta go.
Love you forever.
- I love you forever.
(chiming)
Mrs. Foxworth I...
- Are you all right?
You look like you've
seen a ghost.
- I guess you could say I have.
- Now everything comes
to the man who waits.
Ever since I lost my husband
I've always believed
in guardian angels.
So I'm certain that
one, maybe even two,
might be watching over
our family right now.
- Yeah.
It's gettin' chilly
out here, come on.
- You know, I made a
wonderful souffle.
A surprise--
- You did?
- Oh, I haven't
done it in years,
'cause you know
how private I am.
- Right.
- I never go out much,
but I thought it would
be a wonderful Christmas
surprise to all of you.
- Okay, well I can't
wait to try it.
- This is lovely.
- It's gorgeous, but
I tell you what,
I need the name of your tailor.
(chuckling)
- That's Louis Bion,
he's out in Milan.
- Okay, okay, I like it.
- By the way, have
you seen Nathan?
- Yeah, I think he walked
outside for some fresh air.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
(doorbell ringing)
(light music)
- It's all right Lucille.
I'll handle this.
Nice to see unusual
visitors here.
May I help you?
- Yes, I'm missing
my pet Rudolph,
and my old friend here believes
he may be in your back garden.
- Oh, really?
- Do you mind if
we go take a look?
- No, I suppose not.
- Aw, thank you ma'am.
- Lucille will show you the way.
Lucille, Lucille we have
very special guests.
It's Santa.
Now you be nice to Santa.
Hurry up, we don't
have all day Santa.
(chuckling)
- Who's that at the
door, grandma?
- Well, it was
Santa and his elf.
- That's a bit odd.
- Well, you see,
he thinks he lost
one of his pets in our backyard.
- Really, and what
is his pet's name?
- Well, Rudolph of course.
- And you let him in?
- Well, they seem legit,
and they were so nice.
You should've seen
his elf shoes.
They were fabulous.
I'd love to own a pair.
- Well--
- You know, I have
decided that I'm not gonna
be so private in the new year.
Do you think he bought those
shoes at the North Pole?
- I'm not sure.
Let's go find out.
- This is so exciting to
have Santa in our backyard.
(light music)
(chiming)
- Now, do you see what I see?
- If you do, then I do.
(jingling)
(light music)
- Hey, you made it back.
Just in time I might add.
- I didn't think I had a choice.
- You don't.
But apparently you were very
successful in your mission.
- Does that mean I don't
have to go back to limbo?
- Only a pardons.
- Thank you.
Say, do you ever take
time to go down there?
- Me?
No, not anymore.
Everyone I love is here.
- I can't wait till
that day comes.
Wait a minute, I can wait.
- You get there by taking
one step at a time.
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
(light music)
(crickets chirping)
(light festive music)
("Jingle Bells")
(horn honking)
(screaming)
(crashing)
(light dramatic music)
- Angelina Foxworth,
what can I do for you?
- Well, I'm tired
of being in limbo,
and I wanna go home back
to Earth for the holiday.
I miss my family.
- Hm, interesting.
How about some caviar, some
oysters, some champagne,
maybe a yacht thrown
into that list too, huh?
How would that be?
- Actually, that
sounds pretty good.
- Apparently you're not
really qualified for much
of anything right now, least
of all another Earth visit.
I heard somewhere
that you violated
several major rules
last time, hm?
Based on that I can't
really help you, I'm sorry.
- Oh, God.
- [God] Who used
my name in vain?
- Angelina Foxworth, 9021080--
- [God] You may never use
my name in vain again.
- Yes, sir.
- [God] Place her on probation
and do the right thing.
- Probation?
- Look on the bright side.
At least you get to go back to
Earth and see your family for
the holidays, but you must
make a very significant change
in your family, but
please remember
what I'm about to tell you now.
This is your last
opportunity to leave limbo.
Please don't disregard it.
If you do you will go back
into limbo and you will never
have a chance to see
your family every again.
Are we clear on all these
points that I brought up?
Are we clear?
- Hell yes.
- Excuse me?
- Heck yes.
- That's better.
You have yourself a
very merry Christmas.
- Thank you.
You too.
- Don't forget to keep
that scarf on you.
- [Angelina] I won't.
(festive music)
(muffled chatter)
- This tree is so beautiful.
We've only been
here for six months
and it already feels like home.
- Yes, but the mansion
was way bigger.
I mean, I can't even fit my
usual size Douglas fir here.
- Honey, it's the holidays.
Be happy.
Lucille, Raven.
- Leave it, James.
She'd just be sitting
here on her phone anyways.
- Give her a break, she's 16.
- Here, I found some
more old ornaments.
- Thank you, Lucille.
- Aunt Maggie?
- She has a bakery
on the east side.
- I remember you
telling me about her.
- I heard she's not
doing that well though.
- Too much sugar
will do that to you.
- I think we should
pay her a visit.
- You and Raven should
pay her a visit.
- [Raven] Dad?
- We're in here.
Raven, do you remember
your Aunt Maggie?
- You mean Auntie Coocoo?
Yeah, she's been sending
me Christmas books
every Christmas
since I was nine.
- If you don't want
them, I'll take them.
- Your dad thinks he
should go visit her.
- Well, nevermind about that.
Why are you both out of breath?
- There was a major pipe break
across the street from
the soup kitchen.
- Was there any damages?
- No, not on the inside,
but the city said
it could take up to two
weeks to repair the pipe.
- And meanwhile, the
soup kitchen's closed.
- Well that's too
bad with Christmas
right around the corner.
- Deacon Scott is hopeless.
Dad, you have to do something.
- I'm sorry honey, but
pushing the water department
to fix a leak
during the holidays
is a little bit out of the
realm of what I can do.
- Dad, really?
You know the mayor.
- I know the mayor, but
he's a very busy gentleman.
- I bet if Mom was
here she could
certainly do something about it.
- Raven dear, your
father's right.
Something like this
unfortunately is out of his
hands.
- Raven, I was thinking,
how do you feel about helping
your Great Aunt Maggie?
- What?
No, go to the mountains?
- She doesn't live
in the mountains.
We just visited the one
Christmas in Big Bear.
She has a bakery
on the east side.
- No, I'm not going there.
- Excuse us, you're going.
- I am not going anywhere.
- Raven.
- I am made as hell and I'm
not gonna take this anymore.
Come on, Jerry.
- What was that?
I mean, are you okay with that?
'Cause I'm not.
- Don't worry, darling.
It's a classic quote
from the movie network.
- So, if I get married
and start dancing
in the fountain that's okay,
because I'm just quoting
Fellini's la dolce vita scene
in the Trevi Fountain, right?
- I think that would
be kinda funny.
- I think we should
find her something
else to do for the holidays.
- I agree with you.
- I just don't want
the neighbors to hear
all that screaming.
- They won't hear us,
just live a little.
- Enough of this nonsense.
- Listen, I organized a
reunion with Aunt Maggie,
don't worry, I have a plan set.
- You better.
- Oh my, look what time it is.
I have an appointment at
the Chamber of Commerce.
Okay, sweetheart, love you.
- [Molly] Love you.
- Molly's really starting
to get on my nerves.
- She's just trying
to be your mom.
- No she's not, she's just
trying to get rid of me.
- You think?
- I don't wanna talk about her.
- So, why don't you tell
me more about Aunt Cookie?
- Aunt Maggie.
I don't know, her and my
mom were best friends,
then all of a sudden they
just didn't talk anymore.
- Well, you know I haven't
seen snow in quite some time,
I could turn it into a little
vacation for you and I.
- Nope.
Bunny, do you wanna
go see Aunt Maggie?
Don't bark if you wanna
go see Aunt Maggie.
- Looks like he wants us
to go see Aunt Maggie.
- Do you wanna stay
here and play instead?
- At least somebody
agrees with me.
(light music)
- Yeah, I agree, we should look
at the easements on
both those properties.
- Well, we'll have the
opportunity of presenting
our plans at next week's
city commission meeting.
- I'm not sure the
city of Beverly Hills
needs more mixed-used
development.
- Wait, what?
I can't believe you'd be
opposed to this, James.
- [James] It's not that
I'm opposed it it--
- Then what is it?
I mean, it's the
wave of the future.
- I live for days just
like this, fellas.
That's why we got
into the business.
- That's right.
- Did you see the
expression on her face?
- The expression of I just lost
seven figures to these guys.
Woo!
- I'll be dreaming
about it tonight.
- Dreaming, that's my queue.
- What?
- Yeah, I'm tired.
And you guys are celebrating
and talking business
and I want you to be able
to do that and I feel like--
- It's the biggest deal
in the firms history.
One last cheers before you go?
- Yeah.
- One cheers.
To you guys.
No, you guys deserve
it, honestly, congrats.
Okay, my Uber's here.
- Okay.
- Love you forever.
- Love you forever.
- Okay guys, have fun.
- Thank you.
- Don't be too naughty.
- Lucille will see
you to the door.
Nathan, you're one lucky guy.
- You are lucky.
You're lucky and
we're rich, fellas.
What a great day.
What a great day,
ready to go again?
- [James] Let's review
the other proposals first.
- Oh, I agree with James.
- Welcome back to Earth, Nate.
- Perry, can you get
me Betford file?
- Sure, I'll get right on that.
Nate, do you have a minute?
- Yeah.
- [James] What's up, buddy?
- Oh, look I'm sorry I just,
I just haven't been
in the game, I guess.
- It's about Laura, right?
- Yeah, I should've
been driving that night.
- Nate, it's not your fault.
None of this is your fault.
She would want you to be happy.
- I just wish I could
see her again.
- I know the feeling.
It's been several years
since I lost my first wife,
and not a day goes by that I
don't wish she was with me.
- I see her in the light.
I miss her smile,
I miss her laugh.
(dramatic music)
(blinker clicking)
(horn honking)
(crashing)
- [James] Look, let's
go look at the plans.
(chiming)
- Hey, hey--
- What the heck.
- Have you seen my reindeer?
- No.
- I can't find them and Santa
doesn't like it when I'm late.
- How can you see me?
- I'm an elf, duh.
I can see you.
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- [Molly] How does Nathan feel?
- Not so good, he feels guilty.
- Enough with the pity party,
he needs to move on already.
- [James] Aren't you
being a bit harsh?
He lot his wife.
- Mrs. Foxworth.
- Yes?
Lucille?
(chiming)
- I'm sorry, I
think I heard your
cell phone ringing in the
other room, Mrs. Foxworth.
- Okay, let me go check.
- Lucille can you remind me
of my schedule tomorrow with
the Chamber of Commerce
in Beverly Hills
and my medical appointment
and also do I have that
meeting over at BucksBees?
- And since when I was
promoted to a secretary?
I thought I was just
a housekeeper here?
(light dramatic music)
- [Yvonne] Yvonne is here.
- Ding dong the witch is here.
- Ding dong the witch is here.
- I heard you, Uncle James.
- I wasn't trying to whisper.
- [Yvonne] That's nice.
- So, give me the
bad news first.
- No bad news, I just came by
to take Aunt Molly
Christmas shopping.
- So then I should block
all my credit cards?
Once again, how did you get
that new Bentley outside?
- I got it at a charity auction.
- A charity auction.
- Yvonne.
- Hey, how's my favorite cousin?
Busy?
- Yeah, I'm just trying to
buy something on Net-a-Porter,
but it won't let me, my
credit card number won't work.
- You mean my
credit card number?
So, what are you
buying now, Raven?
A new FREDDY yacht for
your trip to South Beach?
(laughing)
- Just doing some early
holiday shopping.
Christmas is in a few days.
Let me guess, you
haven't even started
Christmas shopping yet?
- Ah, James.
- And what's wrong with that?
- Every year you spend
panicking up and down Rodeo just
to buy Molly another
useless piece of jewelry.
Surprise her.
Send her to a retreat in Mexico.
- I beg your pardon, Raven?
- Duh.
- Raven, I always buy
everyone's gifts first.
- Lies.
- Pardon me?
(dramatic music)
- What is it?
- Hi, Aunt Molly.
- Thanks for coming.
How's your boyfriend.
- Ugh, I got rid of him.
- Oh, I'm sorry to hear.
- I'm not.
- So, what's everybody
talking about?
- Nothing that concerns you.
- About life.
- Yeah, life sucks
and then you die.
- Raven, please behave.
- I really don't know what
to get my nieces and nephews.
- Maybe because you
never see them.
- Maybe because I
work hard everyday.
- Saint Molly.
- Raven, since we have you
here, we decided that you're
gonna visit your Aunt
Maggie for the holiday.
- I'm what?
- You're going to
visit with your Aunt.
- For my entire break?
- Lucille will be
packing your bag.
- I can pack my own case.
Is this a joke?
- No joke?
- What about Jerry?
- They'll appreciate
another set of hands.
Get ready, you're
leaving in one hour.
- No.
- [Yvonne] She okay?
- Oh, she'll live.
The girl needs a
kick in the butt.
Come on, Yvonne, let's go.
(sighs)
(light music)
(chiming)
* Smiling through these tears *
* Facing my worst fears *
* Don't you know-- *
- Mom, why'd you have
to leave me so early?
I hate it here.
I miss you so much.
- Love, life is beautiful.
I want you to go see my sister.
She's a lovely lady.
* To carry on *
- And I was wrong about her.
* Without you by my side *
- She needs your help.
* But I'm smiling *
- Give me a sign if you want
me to go see Aunt Maggie.
Make Bunny nod.
* I'm smiling to a tear *
- Bunny, nod.
Come on, Bunny.
(chiming)
- Really?
Mom?
(dramatic music)
- [Maggie] That is
absolutely beautiful.
- Yeah, they are.
- Look at these.
Aren't they pretty?
They turned out really well.
- They did.
- Maggie.
- Oh, not Kevin, I
told you last week
that I will call you
when I am ready to pay.
(chuckling)
- I'm afraid it's a bit more
complicated than that, Maggie.
- But, look Kevin, I have been
in this shop for 30 years.
I am an institution
in this town.
- Well, I guess the
collectors don't like
your sugar cookies
anymore, Maggie.
- What?
- I have a bitter one for you.
You have one week left,
which means your deadline's
the day after Christmas.
So you better start collecting
your money or you can start
selling cookies off a van in
Griffith Park for all I care.
- How dare you.
- The day after
Christmas, Maggie.
- Don't you dare walk out--
(gasping)
- Maggie?
Maggie, are you okay?
- Oh, I'm fine.
- You don't look fine.
- Oh, I'm fine, I'm fine.
Um, I tell ya what, Doll,
go outside to see who's
there, why don't you?
- Oh, okay.
- Okay.
(somber music)
(sighs)
- Right this way.
(light music)
- Aunt Maggie.
- Well, this is a
great surprise.
Just look at y'all.
Oh, my goodness James,
it's just giving me
the chills to see y'all here.
- It's been a very long time.
How have you been?
- I couldn't be better.
I couldn't be better.
Oh, my goodness, I would
know this child anywhere.
There's a very big
family resemblance.
- Hi, Aunt Maggie.
- Hi.
So, to what do I owe
this pleasant surprise?
- First, we'd like to
place a family order.
- What are y'all gonna have?
Whoa, all this, huh?
- You know how the
Foxworths love to entertain.
- I am thankin' the
Lord for that.
This is gonna keep
me mighty busy.
- Not to worry, I
brought you some help.
- Oh, really?
- Ready for duty.
- Well, that would be great.
We have an event
up in Crows Roost
and to have some extra
help would really be great.
- Crows Roost?
Like in the Big Bear Mountains?
- Yes, that's the one.
It's lovely up there.
- Raven, it's gonna be fine.
Aunt Maggie, thank you
for taking care of her.
- Well, it is my
pleasure to do so.
Well, come on in, y'all.
Come on in to the shop and
take a look at the place.
Come on in.
- Hey.
- Hey, do you mind if I sit.
- [Nina] Oh, not at all.
What's your name?
- Raven, what's yours?
- Nice to meet you, Raven.
I'm Nina.
- [Raven] So how long
have you been baking?
- Uh, I've been baking
for a few years now.
Yeah, it's been really
great working for Maggie.
- Yeah, she's pretty cool.
- Yeah.
Do you have any
interest in baking?
- Yeah, my Mom loved baking.
- Oh, does your mom still bake?
- No, she died.
- Oh, I'm sorry to hear that.
- [Raven] It's okay.
- I could teach you how to bake.
- Really?
- Yeah.
- That'd be great, sure.
- All right, let's go for it.
Let's five.
(slapping)
Do you wanna start
with pies or cookies.
- [Raven] Cookies,
they're my favorite.
- Yeah, they're
so much more fun.
(laughing)
(light music)
- Thanks for helping
with this, Yvonne.
I can't believe how hard
it is to shop for James.
- Have you tried Stefano Ricci?.
- I did, but then I realized
I needed him there with me.
- Oh, what is Raven getting him?
- Who knows, the
girl doesn't think
about anybody but herself.
Do you think I'm being
too harsh with her?
- Yeah, I think you are.
That girl has been through a
lot, she just lost her mom.
- You're right, I need
to bond with her more.
I just wanted to spend
more times with James.
- What about if you guys planned
a trip together somewhere?
- That's a great idea.
We haven't traveled for a while.
Maybe Dubai or Paris.
Maybe something simple like
a road trip up the coast.
- That's good.
- Oh, no, that's not a good
idea because that gets me one
step closer to sleeping under
the stars in a sleeping bag.
(laughing)
Can you imagine us cooking
chow under the fire?
- No, I cannot.
What about if you drive up
to Joshua Tree and camp?
- Camping?
No, you've lost your mind.
(light music)
(gasping)
- Wow.
We're here.
Welcome to the
mountain, city girl.
- It's freezing.
- Oh, see I'm glad
it's not just me.
Okay kids, I tell you what,
why don't you all
help unload the car?
There you go, see that'll
warm you right up.
- Great.
- This way.
(giggling)
Here we are.
Careful.
Whoops, here we go.
Ah.
Kids, I tell you what, why
don't you leave your boxes out
here and we can just
get them later, okay?
- Okay.
- All right.
- Perfect.
Oh, my goodness.
Well kids, welcome to Apples.
Isn't it beautiful?
I love it, it's so Christmasy.
I tell you what, y'all
sit down, you rest,
I'm gonna go check
in and I'm gonna
get y'all some hot
chocolate, okay?
- Okay, Aunt Maggie.
- Okay.
- Hey, so thanks
for coming with me
and always being there for me.
- Yeah, of course.
I mean, you know I like you,
so I'd do anything for ya.
- This might sound
a little weird,
but you know how when
you died and came back?
- Mm hm.
(dramatic music)
- Recharging.
- Recharging, charged.
- Jerry, don't you
give up on me.
One more time, Jerry.
Come on, come on, clear.
- I feel like my mom came
back with you or in you.
- Well, I mean I guess souls
don't really have a gender.
But, I get what you mean.
- I love you.
- I love me, too.
(laughing)
I do love you, though.
Just so you know.
(light music)
(muffled chatter)
- [Boy] Come on, whoa!
(light music)
- [Raven] I think
he's cuter that you.
- I mean, honestly, our scarves
are pretty much the same.
- Take it off this for me.
- Okay.
- Just take it.
- Get, ah no, it's
caught in the back.
Oh, it's stapled in the back.
Crap, go, go.
(light music)
- [Man] Face first, is
a whole lot easier.
About that height, it just
goes a little bit longer.
You get to show them, right?
- Keep warm.
Did you see that?
The old 97s are comin' to town.
- We should go see them.
- Maybe.
We should go see The Bad Seeds.
That would be a good one, right?
Look at what I got you.
- It's so--
- No, that's for
Christmas, though.
- No.
- No, no, no, no, no, no.
It's for, look I'll
let you look at it,
but it's for
Christmas, all right?
- It's so cute.
- I know.
That's why I got it.
(birds chirping)
(light music)
- [Maggie] Aren't those
beautiful, honey?
- Yes.
- [Maggie] I know, I made that
apple crumble just for you,
'cause I know it
is your favorite.
- It's gonna be so good.
- I know, I love it,
I love it, too.
Well hey there, Lenoir,
how you doin' this morning?
- [Lenoir] I'm just okay,
it's 'cause of the arthritis.
- [Maggie] Oh no.
- All the baking
I've been doing,
but I see you made
fruit tarts today.
- You know, I sure did.
There was a beautiful
crop of apples
I had to take advantage of it.
Well, I tell you what,
try yourself a sample.
- All right?
- All right.
You just go right
ahead, go ahead.
What do you think?
- Mm, what's in your crust?
- Oh, a little bit of
this, a little bit of that.
- Mm hm.
- I tell you what,
why don't I give you a
copy of the recipe.
- [Lenoir] That
would be fabulous.
- Absolutely, you know what,
I've got it right here.
Here you go.
- Thank you very much.
- Oh, you are so welcome
and you make sure
to tell me how those turn
out when you make 'em.
- I will.
- Okay.
- Thanks.
- Your welcome, bye.
I am good.
Jerry, sweetheart,
could you lay off
the snowballs for a little bit?
Just leave us some snow.
- All right.
(light music)
(birds chirping)
This is great, isn't it?
This place it kinda
reminds me of Aspen a bit.
- When were you in Aspen?
- Never, but I mean
you don't have
to go to Aspen to
know what it's like.
- It's freezing.
- Are you okay?
You seem a little strange.
- I'm okay, it's just cold.
- Gotcha.
Well, you wanna know my trick?
I pretend that I'm in Miami--
- Wait, when were you in Miami?
- Never, but I mean
you don't have go--
- To go to Miami to
know what it's like.
- Bingo, you got it.
- Right, got it.
- Come on, let's go.
(chiming)
(sighs)
- See, I made this one for you.
Got cream coconut 'cause
I know it's your favorite,
you were in my head.
Oh hey, there you are.
- Thanks.
- Hey.
- Good to see that you didn't
get lost in this
booming metropolis.
- Oh no, not at all.
This one here, she
is smart and pretty.
Just like her mother.
- Her mother?
- Angelina.
- Oh, we were good
friends with your mom.
Herb Bessa.
- Raven Foxworth.
- So why haven't we met before?
- My parents are probably too
busy with their own careers.
- Oh, you know in an avalanche,
each unique and beautiful
snowflake pleads not guilty
and I'll accept that answer.
My oldest son lives
three blocks from here
and I haven't seen
him in two months.
- Well that's a darn shame.
- Yeah, but I get to see
pictures from Hawaii, right?
And the grandkids, they send
me sporting events on Facebook.
- You're on Facebook?
- To tell you the truth, Raven,
these wrinkles on my face,
this is a mask I'm wearing.
I'm only 55.
(laughing)
- Aunt Maggie, you
should join Facebook.
- Oh, honey, what on Earth for?
I don't even have a computer.
- You have one at the
bakery and to keep in touch.
- You give me a call
or you stop by,
that is how you stay in touch.
- Hey you guys, you know what,
I'm gonna go unload the
last load, all right?
- Well thank you, sir.
- Yeah, you know, on that note
I'm gonna go home and raise
my cholesterol levels.
- [Maggie] All right.
- Bye sweetie.
- By Uncle Herb.
- I like this girl.
- I do too.
And I'll see you
next week, Herb.
- Next week?
Honey, I'll see you
in my dreams, love.
- Aw, thank you.
- [Herb] Bye sweetie.
- Bye Herb, drive safe.
- Bye.
- Bye.
That man was really
almost your uncle.
- Really?
- Oh yeah, he wanted
to put buns in my oven
and I only wanted to bake pies.
You know what, I'll tell you
what, it's lovely out here.
I want you to go
find your sweetie
and I want you to
go take a walk.
- Seriously?
- Yes, really.
I can take of this, I got this.
You go, you go have a good time.
- Okay.
- Okay.
(light music)
- [Boy] Dad!
(children yelling)
- Are you all right,
are you all right?
- Actually I think I've fallen
for you quite literally
in this way.
- Don't hurt yourself.
- All right.
Thanks for the advice.
(light music)
Do you even know how
to throw snowballs?
(bell ringing)
- [Maggie] Oh, hey.
- Hi, Aunt Maggie.
- You're back, how was it?
- Awesome.
Thanks for bringing us here.
- Oh honey, you are
more than welcome.
- Are you busy?
- Oh, just writing
down a recipe.
- Do you ever give
away your recipes.
- Well, I may leave out
an ingredient or two.
- No way.
- Karma?
- Oh, karma nothing.
Somebody's gonna take this
thing, they are gonna make it
and then they are gonna
claim it for their own.
- Mm hm.
- Mm hm.
- So, you do this
every Christmas?
- I do.
I know, it's pretty exhausting,
but I love it up here.
And I love seeing my friends.
- Why don't you
just live up here?
- (laughing) Are you trying
to get rid of me already?
- No, no.
- Oh, honey, honey, honey,
I know what you mean.
Why haven't I sold the farm?
Or in this case, the bakery.
And the truth is I really
haven't put together
the whole nest egg
I need to retire.
Unfortunately I'm
missin' the yolk.
But that's okay.
That's okay, you know
what, I tell you what,
let's pack up the car.
Let's do that because
those roads out there
they get very dangerous
when it starts snowin'.
- All right, yeah.
We're on it.
Yeah, we're on it.
- Okay perfect.
Here sweetheart,
could you hold that?
And could you take
this one as well?
Wonderful, terrific, and
I will get our santa.
- [Jerry] Awesome.
(light music)
- [Nina] All right, here you go.
- Wow, these look
absolutely spectacular.
- Aw, thank you.
- Thank you, so much.
- Sure thing, Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas to you too.
You know, there's an
awful lot of cookies here.
I was wondering if you
wouldn't mind helping
me eat these later on tonight.
I could come by around 7:00,
pick you up for dinner,
we already have dessert.
The cookies are no doubt as
delicious as they look given,
not to mention you would know.
What do you say?
- I am very, very flattered,
but I have a boyfriend.
- He's a very lucky guy, thank
you so much for the cookies.
Merry Christmas to you.
- Merry Christmas to you.
- [Man] Take care.
- Mr. Foxworth, hi.
- Hello, Nina, what a
lovely Christmas tree.
- Oh, thank you.
- Have you seen Raven around?
- Um, she's not back yet.
Maybe there's something I
could help you with, though?
- Oh, no, no, I'm fine.
Have you been busy?
- Um, not really.
Maggie hasn't been doing
very well financially.
So, you know, it's been hard.
Yeah.
Is there anything I
can get for you though,
while you're here?
- Would you have
any ideas on what
I could get my wife
for Christmas?
- Cookies.
- Cookies?
- Cookies.
- Cookies it is, then.
- [Nina] All right,
I'm gettin' some.
There you go.
- These are great and how much--
- Oh, they're on the house.
- Thank you, Nina.
- Yeah, no problem.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas to you.
- Take care.
- Drive safe.
(festive music)
(light music)
* Come December *
* Where all your
dreams come true *
* Come December *
- [Maggie] Hey
there, we're back.
- [Nina] Hey, you're back
sooner than I thought.
- That's right.
- Raven, your dad just left.
- Oh.
- So, tell me how
was business today?
- Well, it wasn't very busy,
but I did just power
clean everything.
- Well, that's fantastic.
It's fantastic.
Oh dear.
- Hm, yeah.
- I see the dreaded mail carrier
dared to show his face
here again today.
Oh my.
- Yeah.
- See y'all, I was really
hoping that that coupon in the
West Side Penny Saver was
gonna bring some people in.
- Isn't that the free paper
that everybody gets
tossed in their driveway?
- [Maggie] It sure is.
- And then the
gardener runs it over?
- Well, I guess
that could happen.
- Actually, it's usually the
sprinkler systems that soak it.
- Well, if you're a big water
waster, then all right then.
- Aw, so, how was
the Crows Roost?
- It was awesome.
- Thrilling.
- [Nina] Cool.
- There you see, it was awesome.
All right, I'm gonna go
make up the supply order.
Oh, put a ad in the
Penny Saver, Maggie.
There's a big circulation, yeah.
- You know this place could
use a few finishing touches.
- Well then, I think you're
the perfect person for the job.
- Great idea.
- But I must
forewarn you ladies,
I'm the Duke of Decorations.
- Oh.
- Okay, I mean I'm the master
of crate paper.
In fact, streamer,
it's my middle name.
- Aw, let's get you a ladder.
- Yeah, why not.
- Yeah.
- [Maggie] Oh!
(thudding)
- Aunt Maggie.
(chiming)
- Oh, oh kids.
Oh sweetie, I'm so sorry,
this is so embarrassing.
- Aunt Maggie, you
need to take it slow.
- Yeah, no, no, Aunt Maggie,
why don't you just go
home, get some rest, okay?
We'll look after the
bakery, don't worry.
- You know, honey,
I probably should.
- Should I call a cab?
- No, honey, darling, no.
I'll call Herb to
come pick me up.
It's fine.
Here, okay, here we go.
Up.
- Okay.
- Oh, my goodness.
- Here we go.
There we go.
- Okay.
- All right.
- Kids, could y'all make sure
that everything's
locked up here?
- Of course.
- Thank you, sweetheart.
- All right, it's okay.
Do you wanna rest
on my shoulder.
- Oh, honey, I don't
wanna hurt you.
- I'll do all right,
just go slow.
- Okay, whoa.
- Just put one foot in front
of the other, you got this.
- Thank you, darling.
- We should go home.
- I'll get the lights.
- All right.
(light music)
(chiming)
(birds chirping)
(light music)
- So, are you ready
to get started?
- Get started?
- Yeah, I mean, I
don't know about you,
but I really need this job.
Also, I'm sure that your Aunt
Maggie doesn't wanna lose
the customers that
she does have--
- To the cupcake people?
- Exactly.
- If my Mom was still here,
she coulda taught me how
to make Aunt Maggie's pies.
(bell ringing)
May I help you?
- Yeah, I just came
by to order a pie.
No eviction notice this time.
- A what?
- A pie.
This is a bakery, right?
It's for my daughter.
It's her birthday tomorrow.
- Are you serious.
- Raven, let me handle this.
What kinda pie would you like?
- A crumble pie.
- A crumble pie, yeah,
she'd love that.
- That's great.
- Good, so, tomorrow, same time?
- Yeah.
- I'll pick it up.
- Sounds perfect.
- Great, ladies.
- So, why did he say
eviction notice.
- You should talk to
your Aunt about that.
Pretty tree though, huh?
- Nathan.
I'm gonna surprise them
and have the pipes fixed.
Ah, you sweetheart, how are you?
Thank you, I very
much appreciate that.
I would love for
you to be there.
How are you?
Nathan, before you answer, I
want you to spend Christmas
with our family, so come
over around 6:00 p.m..
(light music)
- [Nina] Oh, Mrs. Foxworth.
- Well, hello.
- Hi, what can I get for you?
- Well, I'm here to order
Maggie's famous apple crust pie.
- Oh, unfortunately, we
don't have any of those
ready just yet, but I do
have some chocolate cream.
- Oh, I don't really like that.
- Oh.
- You know, I always order
Maggie's famous apple crust pie.
Well, she knows I
always order it once
a week when my boys
come home for dinner.
Is she here?
- She's not in today.
- Oh, I'm really out of luck.
- But the pies
should be out soon.
- How soon?
- Maybe five minutes?
- Oh, I don't know.
- I'll tell you what.
Why don't you have
a seat over there
and I'll give you a cookie
on the house while you wait.
- What kind of a cookie?
- Macadamia nut?
- With that, you have a deal.
- All right, I had a feeling.
- Oh, and two.
Thank you so much.
- Absolutely.
- You know, the bakery
looks just beautiful.
- Aw.
- So Christmasy.
- Aw, thank you.
- I'll really enjoy
this, thank you, again.
- Please do.
I'll let you know
when the pies are up.
- Oh, I'll let you
know how it is.
(sighs)
Mm, delicious.
Certainly worth the wait.
(sighs)
- This is so why I
quit spin class.
(light music)
Grandma?
- Raven.
What are you doing here?
What a surprise.
- I work here.
- Well, I didn't know that.
Raven, I don't see
enough of you.
You have to come
over more often.
- Yes, Grandma.
Do you need anything else?
- No, I'm just waiting
for my apple crust pies.
Now you go ahead, I don't
wanna make you late.
- Okay.
- Today we're taking
up a collection for the
children's hospital and Santa
knows you'll give generously,
because it's Christmas
right here.
Right here.
Oh.
- Do you work here?
Can we get cake?
- Excuse me?
- Are you deaf?
- I, I'm.
- Oh, you know what,
I'm happy to help you.
What can we got for you?
- Cake, we want cake.
- Okay, cool, what kind
of cake would you like?
- Our cake?
- Okay, and what kind of cake
would you like your cake to be?
(speaking foreign language)
- Where is our cake?
- Ah, you know what, I
have your cake right here,
it's a German Chocolate.
- Was it so difficult?
- Thank you.
- Enjoy.
(speaking foreign language)
Oh, all right.
Let me go check on my pies.
(giggling)
(light dramatic music)
- Merry Christmas.
(chuckling)
Merry Christmas.
(chuckling)
Merry Christmas.
(chuckling)
Merry Christmas,
Merry Christmas.
(light music)
- So, are they
always so charming?
- They're regulars, so
we tend to overlook
their more eccentric qualities.
- Qualities?
- In the most exaggerated
definition of the word.
- When my dad
stopped by earlier,
did he ask you for any
suggestions for Christmas?
- Yeah, it was lame.
Like I have any idea what rich
people get for each other.
Also, since he did ask,
I told him about our
financial troubles.
I thought maybe he could help.
- What did he say?
- He didn't say anything.
(dinging)
That's my cookies.
Good job.
- Those look and
smell amazing, Nina.
- Thank you.
All right.
Comin' out.
- You know, keeping
the displays filled
isn't gonna bring
in new customers.
- You're absolutely right.
You know what, I'm on it.
- [Raven] Where are
you going with that?
- Uh, to captivate an audience.
- That is a great idea.
- [Raven] Bring some
flyers with you.
- Way ahead of ya.
- Thanks, Jerry.
(dinging)
I've got it.
(light dramatic music)
Not again.
- Is my pie ready?
- Not yet.
- Where's Maggie?
- Not here at the moment.
- This space right here,
you'd say it's what, 12 by 20?
It's a lot of really good space.
- What an opportunist.
- I stink at math.
- Uh huh, but you
can read, right?
You tell Maggie, that this
needs to be taken care of right
away or I'll be forced to
take another course of action.
Soon.
I'll be back later
to pick up my pie.
(chiming)
- Go ahead, open it.
- Ouch.
- Ouch is right.
(light music)
- Oh look, it's Jerry.
- Aw, you workin', Jerry?
- Yes, I am, what gave it away?
- Are these samples?
- Yeah, they're for
potential customers.
- Are they low carb?
Gluten free?
- No, they're from a bakery.
Raven's working at the bakery.
- Raven?
Raven Foxworth?
Where's this bakery?
- I don't see why
that's important.
- You know what, we'll
find it ourselves, moron.
- Where did that come...
So rude.
Steppin' all over Jerry.
Whatever.
(dinging)
- Oh, hi.
- Hi.
Hey girls, you guys
should enter this contest.
I'm one of the judges and
you could win $10,000.
- The Out of the Box
Holiday Bake Off?
- Yes, I hear your
pies are great.
Anyway, I hope to see you there.
Merry Christmas.
- Bye.
- Merry Christmas.
- What's this about anyways?
- Oh, it's a contest they do
once a year in Crows Roost.
- $10,000 is sure
a lot of money.
- Yeah, it would be
really great right now
because my dad's
been out of work.
- Oh, right.
- Yeah.
But speaking of baking desserts,
I think that pie is gotta
come out of the oven.
(sighs)
- It's my understanding that
your interest lies in a much
bigger project than just
repossessing the bakery.
- And where'd you get
that information from?
- I have my sources.
- What do you want,
Mr. Foxworth?
- Well, I think I can help you.
I'll be able to
implement a plan that
is far more profitable for you.
- Like where?
- Like here.
Beverly Hills is one of
the most desirable places
to be in the entire world.
- Is that why you
brought me here?
- Yes, indeed it is.
Wouldn't you rather
build your resort
here than up in the woods?
- Well, is it a guaranteed deal?
- Let's just say
it's a sure thing.
Look, I could pay rent and
you'll never hear from us
again--
- [Turner] Why
would you do that?
- Do what?
- Waste money?
That bakery has been at a
loss for the past two years.
- Because I'm a benefactor
and Maggie, she's family.
- Doesn't sound like a
business man I'm talking to.
- Mr. Turner, it's not
always about money.
- Is that right?
- My recommendation is for you
to review these plans
and reconsider.
- Well, you've certainly spiked
my interest, Mr. Foxworth,
but I can't guarantee anything.
But I will look at these prints.
- Very good.
- Wonderful.
- Join me for lunch.
We have a wonderful restaurant
that's not too far from here.
- Raven, we have a problem.
- Oh, no.
- I'll get the mop.
- It's not you,
it's the same leak
that keeps happening
over and over again.
- This place needs a renovation.
- Maggie just used to
wrap the pipe in duck tape
until she had time for
the plumber to come.
- We could always call the
plumber from the soup kitchen.
What was his name?
Anthony, he works for cheap.
- It's worth a shot.
(light music)
- How about you guys go get me
a coffee instead of staring?
Hey, I'm workin' here.
Would you guys please
get outa here?
- So are we plum?
- We are not plum.
- Great.
- Oh yeah, that's a
good flavor, too.
Plum?
No one, Bueller?
Tough crowd.
- Gonna need a few more
pieces to fix this.
- Really?
- Should only take a piece
of drywall and some mud.
- Right.
Why don't you give it a try?
- Since when do you know
anything about drywall?
- I watch the home
improvement channel.
- So who's gonna pay for this?
- I guess we can put I
on the bakery's account.
- I'm gonna have to
get full payment
for that while I'm here today.
- I'll get my card.
- I'll need cash, please.
- This has been a nightmare.
(dramatic music)
- Hi, Mrs. Hawkins.
What can I do for you?
- Well, I'm here to
pickup my pecan pies.
- Oh, well we're actually
having a bit of a plumbing issue
right now, so unfortunately
we don't have any pies.
- What kind of plumbing problem.
Maybe I can help?
- Help?
I'm afraid you can't,
but that's really
nice of you to offer.
- I was really hoping
to have those today.
I have a big family dinner.
- Well, what about some
of Maggie's cookies?
They're delicious.
- No, my nephews love
their pecan pies.
- When would you need them by?
- Well, tonight, I guess.
- Great, we'll see you then.
- Well, that sounds marvelous.
I'll stop by later then.
- Why did you promise her pies?
Our kitchen is down.
- Look, Maggie's having
some financial troubles.
- Yeah, well, 10 pecan pies
is not gonna change that.
- We have to start somewhere.
I know where we can
bake in the meantime.
- [Nina] Where?
- The soup kitchen.
- Well, who's gonna look
after the shop, then?
- Jerry.
- [Nina] All right, I'll
go look for the recipe.
Excuse me.
- Jerry, what?
- You have to stay here.
We're gonna go bake some pies.
- Oh, where at?
- The soup kitchen.
- All right, I got it.
Let's go.
- Awesome.
- We'll be back.
- Hey, guys, for how long?
Wait, guys?
- Hey buddy, so
who's gonna pay me?
(sighs)
- Oh.
- I think it's ready.
- You think?
- Oh, I hope this works.
Sorry I brought
the wrong recipe.
Can you get that?
Thanks.
- If it sucks we can
just start over.
- I like that attitude.
- Now we just have to
wait until it's not
the temperature of
liquid lava anymore.
- A while, I guess?
- Mm hm.
You know, I think
my mom had a copy
of Maggie's pumpkin
pecan pie recipe.
What?
- I know how Aunt Maggie
shares her recipes.
- Oh, the missing
ingredient thing?
Yeah, well, she never leaves
out anything that's important.
- Like pumpkin pecans.
- Right, like
pumpkins and pecans.
I don't know, I feel like
it doesn't' smell right.
(sighs)
- Oh mom, what would you do?
(chiming)
Hey Nina, is this the
wrong recipe you took?
- Yeah, that's the one.
- Apple crumble?
- Mm hm.
- My mom used to make
this all the time.
I remember her saying it was
Aunt Maggie's best recipe.
- Oh, but so what?
- It's the best pie
I've ever had.
How would you feel about
joining forces and making
Aunt Maggie's apple
crumble for the contest?
We can split the prize money.
- I really wanted the prize
money to give to my family.
- I'll give my half
to Aunt Maggie
so she can keep open her shop
and you can keep your job.
- All right, it's a deal.
High five.
(slapping)
Yes, all right.
- I'll be right back.
- Okay.
What are we gonna do with you?
Ow.
I forgot the cinnamon.
(light music)
- [Scott] It's been a
very different Christmas.
Usually at this time
of the year we're
all very excited with the
Christmas dinner preparation.
- [James] No, I understand.
- My main concern
are the children.
They won't have a place
to celebrate Christmas
if we don't find a
solution very soon.
- Well, Deacon Scott, as I
told you, I called the mayors
office and he's going to do
everything today to fix it.
His office will be
calling you shortly.
- Sounds marvelous, and
I'll add some prayers.
(sighs)
So, what exactly is
bothering you, Mr. Foxworth?
- My daughter, Raven,
she's been difficult
to deal with lately.
- Well, she's at that age.
I wouldn't worry your
mind too much about it.
- Has she been visiting you?
- Yes, she's actually
at the soup kitchen
in the church right now.
- Really?
I thought it was closed.
- Well, I had them open
the kitchen for her.
She said something about she had
to make some pies for
her Aunt's bakery.
Apparently they're having
a plumbing problem as well.
What's wrong now?
- Nothing.
I think I'm gonna pay a little
visit to the soup kitchen
and speak to her.
- Well, Amen.
I can be there if need be.
- That's great.
* Amen, Amen *
- Is there anything else
that I can do for the church?
- Oh, Mr. Foxworth, you've done
quite enough for the church.
- It's my pleasure.
- By the way, Dad, what
are you doing here?
- Well, I decided to place an
order for the soup kitchen.
- Dad, really?
- I gave a lot of thought to
what you said to me, Raven,
and I pulled a few strings
at City Hall, and
Christmas dinner is on.
- Great.
More baking.
- What's wrong, Raven,
you look concerned?
- It's just Aunt Maggie,
she's not doing so well.
- Hm.
Well...
We're all in God's hands.
(light music)
- [James] Nathan.
Nathan.
- So, once you have it
rolled you wanna kinda use
the rolling pin to fill
in all the cracks.
It's really important
to keep the pie, hey.
- [Raven] Ingredients for
two pies, did you get it?
- Yup, got one bag
of flour right here.
- Awesome.
- It's on.
- And you know your assistant
is ready, willing and able.
(slapping)
- Bam, let's do this.
- Let's do it.
- All right.
- All right.
- Let's do it.
- Let's do it.
- Have you ever used a peeler?
I think I'm gonna put
you on apple duty
so grab that knife.
- All right.
- I'm gonna give the cutting
board in just a second.
And you've got this.
Ready.
- There we go.
(shrieking)
- Step one.
Looks good.
(humming)
See how much fun this is?
Don't forget this bowl, too.
(laughing)
- What?
- Bakin' a pie.
- We did it.
- Phew.
- Well, we did it.
We made a pie.
- Hey, so, any word
on Aunt Maggie?
- She feels much better.
She'll be at the shop tomorrow.
- Good, and this pie
smells amazing.
- I just hope that it
tastes as good as it smells.
- Yeah.
- Try some.
- Yeah, yeah?
- [Raven] Try a bite.
- Okay.
That's amazing.
- Is it?
- Mm hm, try it.
- No, I'll just.
Oh, wow.
Oh, wow.
Okay.
- Like, how good?
- Like, really, really good.
Raven, try some.
- [Nina] It is so good.
- I told you.
- Oh, my gosh.
We made that.
- [Jerry] We did.
- We're a pretty good team.
- [Jerry] I'm pretty
proud of us, yeah?
- I think we're gonna win.
- Yeah, that's amazing.
- Oh, it's so (moaning).
Well, don't eat it all.
This is a winning pie.
- Well, don't eat all of it.
- I know, don't.
Save some for the rest of us.
- I mean, come on.
Yeah, exactly.
- Oh, my gosh, it's so good.
That's amazing.
(giggling)
(dinging)
- Morning.
- Oh.
- Morning.
- Morning.
- Morning.
Here you go, sweetheart.
- Oh, Aunt Maggie has
a rule about there
being no pets in the shop.
- I told you I have
to go to work today.
- Well, he can't stay here.
- Well, you have to keep him.
I can't take him and I
can't leave him in the car.
Gotta go, bye sweetheart.
- Bye Uncle Steve.
- It's all right, Raven,
we'll work it out.
- Okay.
- He's really cute.
- Bunny, stay here.
- All right, let's go
check on those pies.
- Raven, I don't think
this is a very good idea.
Bunny.
Don't even think
about it, Bunny.
No.
Bunny, no!
Bunny!
Ugh, Bunny!
Bunny, stop!
No, Bunny, Bunny, stop!
Bunny, stop!
What's happening to my powers.
Oh, no.
Bunny, stop!
Bunny, you're ruining
everything there.
Please, God, help.
Help, God.
God, help.
Raven.
- Oh, my gosh, Bunny!
(gasps)
- My pie.
Oh, no, my pie!
What are we gonna do?
- I don't think
he looks right.
- Of course, he
doesn't look right.
He just ate an entire pie
that is bigger than him.
- Somebody call 911.
Somebody call 911, Jerry please.
- You don't call 911 for a dog.
- Quick, please, call the vet.
- You call the vet.
Get him out of here.
He's a little monster.
(chiming)
- Oh, God.
- It's gonna be all right.
It's gonna be all right.
(crying)
(light somber music)
(chiming)
- [Maggie] Hey there.
- Hey Aunt Maggie.
- Hey Aunt Maggie.
- Morning.
- Morning.
- Mornin'.
- So, how is Bunny?
- He's okay.
The vet said he was
pooping nonstop.
- Oh, that's great to hear.
Oh, my goodness.
I am gonna miss this place.
- I'm sorry, Aunt Maggie.
- No, sweetheart, no.
What you two girls tried
to do for me was so nice.
But saving this
bakery is something
you couldn't have done anyway.
It's been a longtime coming.
- I guess I'm gonna
have to find a new job.
- [Maggie] Oh, honey, no.
- Only a miracle could save us.
- God, can you please help them?
(light music)
- Hey there, good morning.
- [Martin] Morning.
- [Maggie] How are you
doin' this morning?
- Wonderful, thank you.
- Lovely, well, how may
we help you this morning?
- Last week a young
man was passing out
samples from your bakery.
- Oh.
- That was Jerry.
- Jerry, yes.
- Well, I have found I have not
been able to get the thought
of that delicious crumble
out of my mind ever since.
- Oh.
- It had a tangy cherry
filling with a buttery,
crunchy oatmeal topping.
It was delicious.
- Oh.
- Pardon my distraction.
- [Raven] No worries.
- Oh, well thank you.
That's lovely.
And how may we help
you today, Mr.--
- Thomas.
Martin Thomas.
(chiming)
And I'm here to buy your recipe.
- What?
The Rich and Flour Company?
- Really?
- Young lady, there's two
things I never joke about:
money and baked goods.
And in this case, your
baked goods are money.
- How much money?
- Well, I can't really discuss
exact figures at the moment.
- Ballpark?
- Well, let's just say it's
a very, very nice ballpark.
- Oh.
(light music)
Sweetheart, why don't you
give your father a quick call.
- You got it.
- And, Mr. Thomas, why don't
we bring out some lemon filled
cookies for you to enjoy
until he gets here.
- Sounds lovely.
- Oh absolutely, you
just go have a seat
and we'll be them right on out.
- Thank you very much.
- Of course.
- I'm right on it.
- There you go and girls.
Just one moment.
(light music)
- They sure have been
talking for a long time.
- Yeah, and no one's smiling.
- Poker faces.
- It's freezing out there.
- Well, at least you have
that elf cap to keep you warm.
- And it's Southern California.
- Yes, it's a good deal.
Do it.
- So, what do you think?
- You got yourself a deal.
- A tentative deal.
Of course, until Maggie's
lawyer reviews the proposal.
- Why, of course.
- This is exactly what I
wished for for Christmas.
A true miracle.
- We aim to please.
- It really is one, isn't it?
- Well, it was very
nice meeting you,
but I've got another
appointment tonight.
- Oh, you're gonna buy yourself
a few more recipes
tonight, are ya?
- No, actually I'm
playing Santa Claus
again this year at the
Children's Hospital.
- Aw.
- That is wonderful.
- I love the kids, I
do it every year.
- Well, look at you.
- I'll be in touch.
- Yes, absolutely.
- Take care of yourself, Martin.
- Bye now.
- Goodbye and thank you.
(light music)
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
Was that too obvious?
- So, do we have a deal?
- Well, darlin', it
sure looks like it.
(laughing)
- Oh, look at the time.
I have to get to the jewelry
store before they close.
- What?
- Just kidding.
- Oh.
- Oh, that's cute.
- Aunt Maggie.
- Yes?
- This year instead
of buying gifts,
Molly and I decided
to give you this.
- What is this?
Oh, my goodness.
Oh, my.
Thank you, thank
you all so much.
You all have been so kind to me.
You've been so kind.
Thank you, James.
- You're welcome.
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
Nina, darlin', we gotta
go finish those pies.
- Pie.
- I'll come with you guys.
- I love you, Dad.
- I love you too, Raven.
Your mom would be
so proud of you.
I'll see you tonight.
- Thanks for the
baking lesson, Mom.
- You're welcome, sweetheart.
- Mom?
- I love you.
(chiming)
(light music)
* Silent night *
* Holy night *
* All is calm, all is bright *
* Round yon Virgin,
Mother and Child *
* Holy infant so
tender and mild *
* Sleep in heavenly peace *
* Sleep in heavenly peace *
(glass clinking)
- Hello, everyone and
Merry Christmas.
- [All] Merry Christmas.
- The holidays are such a very
special time for everyone,
and for me it is so dear.
I get to reunite with
family and friends
and to celebrate each
and every one of you,
for you have played such an
important part in my life.
I'm so blessed for Molly
and for the joy you've
brought in my life.
And I'm also very blessed
for my first wife, Angelina.
For as without her I
would not have blessed
with such a beautiful
daughter, Raven.
She would've been so proud
of the young lady
you've developed into.
- Uh, James, if you don't mind
I'd like to say something.
- Yes, Maggie.
- Well, oh my.
It isn't everyday that you go
from the edge of bankruptcy,
on your way to becoming
a household brand.
Oh, city mouse.
I know I haven't seen
you since you were four,
but I'm sure glad you
reentered my life when you did.
Thank you, honey.
Thank you, sweetheart.
- And Merry Christmas again.
- [All] Merry Christmas.
(light music)
- So, are you having fun?
- Yes, it's a beautiful party.
Lucille.
- Yes?
- Thank you so much for taking
care of me all these years.
- Oh, honey, it's my pleasure.
You know you can
always count on me.
You're like a daughter to me.
Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- Hey.
- I don't even know, yeah.
- Kevin.
- Hey, Maggie.
- I am really glad that
we could work things out.
Thank you so much
for your patience.
- Well, thank you and thank
you for paying in full.
(laughing)
You know, thank you
for this invitation.
It's just so lovely.
- So, Aunt Maggie wanted
me to give you this
for the soup kitchen.
- This is an awfully
nice donation.
It's very generous.
- We gave Aunt Maggie the money
and she wanted you to have it.
- Oh, well, are you sure
she doesn't need it?
I mean, I know she's been
having some troubles.
- No, she's fine now.
- Oh, well thank you.
- Merry Christmas, Herb.
- Merry Christmas to
you too, sweetheart.
- You look good.
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
This is, it's nice,
a nice party.
Everything's decorated
really, really nice.
(light music)
(chiming)
- Laura?
- Nathan.
You can see me?
Merry Christmas, my love.
- I think about you every day.
- I know.
But our spirits must separate.
- Don't.
- I've gotta go.
Love you forever.
- I love you forever.
(chiming)
Mrs. Foxworth I...
- Are you all right?
You look like you've
seen a ghost.
- I guess you could say I have.
- Now everything comes
to the man who waits.
Ever since I lost my husband
I've always believed
in guardian angels.
So I'm certain that
one, maybe even two,
might be watching over
our family right now.
- Yeah.
It's gettin' chilly
out here, come on.
- You know, I made a
wonderful souffle.
A surprise--
- You did?
- Oh, I haven't
done it in years,
'cause you know
how private I am.
- Right.
- I never go out much,
but I thought it would
be a wonderful Christmas
surprise to all of you.
- Okay, well I can't
wait to try it.
- This is lovely.
- It's gorgeous, but
I tell you what,
I need the name of your tailor.
(chuckling)
- That's Louis Bion,
he's out in Milan.
- Okay, okay, I like it.
- By the way, have
you seen Nathan?
- Yeah, I think he walked
outside for some fresh air.
- Thank you.
- Yeah.
(doorbell ringing)
(light music)
- It's all right Lucille.
I'll handle this.
Nice to see unusual
visitors here.
May I help you?
- Yes, I'm missing
my pet Rudolph,
and my old friend here believes
he may be in your back garden.
- Oh, really?
- Do you mind if
we go take a look?
- No, I suppose not.
- Aw, thank you ma'am.
- Lucille will show you the way.
Lucille, Lucille we have
very special guests.
It's Santa.
Now you be nice to Santa.
Hurry up, we don't
have all day Santa.
(chuckling)
- Who's that at the
door, grandma?
- Well, it was
Santa and his elf.
- That's a bit odd.
- Well, you see,
he thinks he lost
one of his pets in our backyard.
- Really, and what
is his pet's name?
- Well, Rudolph of course.
- And you let him in?
- Well, they seem legit,
and they were so nice.
You should've seen
his elf shoes.
They were fabulous.
I'd love to own a pair.
- Well--
- You know, I have
decided that I'm not gonna
be so private in the new year.
Do you think he bought those
shoes at the North Pole?
- I'm not sure.
Let's go find out.
- This is so exciting to
have Santa in our backyard.
(light music)
(chiming)
- Now, do you see what I see?
- If you do, then I do.
(jingling)
(light music)
- Hey, you made it back.
Just in time I might add.
- I didn't think I had a choice.
- You don't.
But apparently you were very
successful in your mission.
- Does that mean I don't
have to go back to limbo?
- Only a pardons.
- Thank you.
Say, do you ever take
time to go down there?
- Me?
No, not anymore.
Everyone I love is here.
- I can't wait till
that day comes.
Wait a minute, I can wait.
- You get there by taking
one step at a time.
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
(light music)
(crickets chirping)
(light festive music)