When Sparks Fly (2014) - full transcript

Rip-Fixes-Sync
by VaVooM

Hey, dad, you ready to out-do
last Fourth of July?

Sorry, but I can't
divulge my secrets.

I'm going to have to keep you
in suspense a little bit longer.

Not fair!

Well, I can tell you this.

In a little while,

I'm going to light up that sky,
big time.

You think he can
make it happen, mom?

I have total faith
in your father,

but then, I am married to him.



You left out "blissfully".

I love helping you guys.

Well, you've been doing it
since you were three.

Yeah, I know.

You owe me a lot of back pay.

Talk to the financial officer.

Check's in the mail, sweetie.

Looks like
Sammie is summoning me.

Can you guys spare me?

I think we can
handle it from here.

Okay, love you.

Have a great show.

Have fun, kiddo.

Hey.



Surprise!

Our tradition.

Big moments call for cupcakes.

You are rocking
the outfit, by the way.

Look at your nails!

Thank you.

I may have outdone myself.

Ebay?

How dare you.

I searched every thrift store
between here and Seattle

for this ensemble.

Well, you look even more
patriotic than last year.

Well, I wish I could say
the same for you.

Why, thank you.

There.

See?

That's much better.

Now I feel like singing
the star-spangled banner.

Here.

So good.

This is my definition
of nirvana.

I'm going to miss you so much.

Didn't I tell you?

I'm coming with you.

I wish.

How did your folks take it?

I didn't tell them yet.

Amy...

Tomorrow.

What about Hank?

Tonight.

Yikes.

You are so brave.

I want to be just like you
when I grow up.

I am not feeling
very grown up at the moment.

Amy...

I want to say something.

Really? Because I wanted
to tell you something, too.

Do you want to go first
or should I?

It's okay, you can ago first.

You remember
how "The Seattle Observer"

offered me that internship?

Yeah, you couldn't have
planned it more perfectly.

You'll only be, like,

a few miles
away from my law school.

I know, but plans have changed
just slightly.

They have?

The craziest thing happened.

"The Chicago Post"
offered me a job.

Not an internship,

a real job.

That's great.

Congratulations.

Thank you.

I'm... I'm excited.

I just thought...

You wanted to stay here...

With me.

I did, of course, I did.

This just came out of nowhere,
and I...

I couldn't say no,

because I might not get
a chance like this again.

I mean, Hank, it's Chicago...

It's my dream job.

What about us?

We're still us.

Okay.
How though?

I mean, you won't
even live here.

Look, I know it's not ideal,

but we'll just figure it out
as we go along, right?

Right.

Okay, what did you
want to tell me?

Nothing... nothing.

Are you sure?

Yes. Totally.

Nothing.

The fireworks are starting.

Listen up, people.

Circulation's down.

We're not connecting enough
with our readers.

We need more human interest,

something meaty.

Larry, what have you got?

Top ten taco stands in Chicago?

You said you wanted
something meaty.

Funny, Larry.

Wendy?

I need a minute to regroup.

Help me out here, Amy?

What if we do a profile

of everyday people
we come in contact with,

the folks that
we take for granted.

The bus driver,
the waitress at the diner,

the dry cleaner.

You know, get to know them,

find out their dreams, their...

Their daily battles.

No good?

Snooze fest.

Do you want it bigger?

Yeah, give me
something explosive.

I'll circle back to you.

How's it coming?

Well, the Fourth of July's
coming up.

What about we do
a behind-the-scenes look

into the fireworks industry?

I didn't mean
literally explosive.

No, really.

There's a lot that goes
into putting on a big show.

Launching a firework

is like launching
a cannonball out of a cannon.

The shells can be huge,

sometimes
three feet in diameter.

I could interview
some pyrotechnicians...

That's actually not bad.

Talk to the wildest,
hardcore guys out there.

Actually, my dad's been
doing this for 30 years.

Wait, your dad
blows up stuff for a living?

Yeah, it's the family business.

Get out of here.
You've never even mentioned it.

You never asked.

That is the coolest
thing I've ever heard.

Have you personally
set off fireworks?

Yeah, many times.

Well then,

let's make this
a first-person narrative.

Write about your family

and what it was like
to grow up in that world.

Go home to Wisconsin...

Washington.

Whatever.

We'll run it on the 4th of July.

Amy...

Yeah.

It's nice to see
that creative spark again.

See if you can get it back
on this assignment.

Have I been low on spark?

Lately, it seems

that your heart hasn't been
in your work.

I need more from you, Amy.

You got it.

Oh, Jack Johnson tickets.

Tonight.

Interested?

I love Jack Johnson.

But I can't tonight, it's just,

it's insane, I have to pack,

and then Phil's
taking me out to dinner.

I wasn't inviting you.

Well, yeah, he's taking me

to one of those fancy
restaurants that he adores,

but I can't even
decipher the menu.

I just really don't feel like
getting dressed up.

Maybe I could convince him
to order pizza.

What do you think?

Look, you're busy
with your own stuff.

Cancel.

Yeah, it's just...

It's just not like me to cancel.

Then don't.

Just make a decision, Amy.

Helpful.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

Okay.

Hello, you!

Hi!

It's so good to see
a friendly face.

Guess what?

What?

I'm coming home
to do a story on my parents.

Are you kidding?

That's wonderful!

I know!

I haven't been home
for 4th of July since...

Since I left.

Are you wearing a dress?

Yes, Phil is taking me
to some chic French restaurant,

so I figured I should at least
try to look nice.

French food?

You?

I know! I know.

I'm trying to expand my palate
even if it kills me.

Stand back.

Let me see the shoes.

I haven't found them yet.

Okay, have you tried
your closet?

Closet? What's that?

You know how tiny my place is.

There they are.

Why were your shoes in the oven?

Did you bake them?

No.

It's broken, so I've just been
using it for storage

until the super
can get around to fixing it.

High heels?

You're scaring me, Amy!

Wait...

Is that rouge on your cheeks?

No.

It's just, I'm just
a little flushed, you know,

because the air conditioning
keeps coming and going.

Mostly going.

Well...

One day,

you're going to let me give you
a fresh makeover,

and you, too,
can look just like this.

No,
there's only one you, Sammie.

True,

and I have got something
very big to tell you.

Can it wait?

If I don't go now,
I'm going to be late.

Yeah.

Yeah, okay.

I'm sorry.
I want to hear your news.

Just Skype me
the second you get back then.

Okay, I will.

- Bye!
- Bye!

Babe, you look
absolutely stunning.

Thank you.

I just, I love it
when you get dressed up.

Merci beaucoup.

De rien, monsieur.

Mademoiselle?

I'll have a hamburger, please.

She's kidding.

Honey, I've already
ordered for us.

You have?

To us.

Bottoms up.

Amuse-bouche.

Pistachio,

pomegranate, octopus.

Merci.

Isn't that delicious?

I don't know,
it was over so fast.

Well, wait till you
see what's next.

You are in for a rare treat.

You're really going to
a lot of trouble for this.

Well, I pulled a few strings.

I mean, this place is
booked solid all year.

But you are so worth it.

That's sweet, thank you.

Have you had a chance
to find a gown for the gala?

The gala?

Yeah, the black-tie benefit
for the opera.

When is it again?

Honey, it's next weekend,

when I get back from Abu Dhabi.

Oh, Phil,

I'm so sorry,
I can't next weekend.

No, work is sending me
back to Lakeside

on assignment, so...

It's such an amazing party.

What's so funny?

It's on fire.

I know.
It's supposed to be.

That's the house specialty.

That is as good
as the steak Diane

at Chez Jean in Paris.

I'm sorry,

all of this is just...
A little lost on me.

But I'm sure it's wonderful.

Yeah.

You must have a sixth sense.

I literally just came in
from my date.

Okay, what's your news?

Okay, you're not
going to believe it,

because I can hardly
believe it myself, but...

I'm getting married!

What?

What do you mean
you're getting married?

I mean, I am tying the knot.

I'm saying "I do!"

Oh, my gosh, that's amazing!

I know, right?

Wait,

you didn't even tell me
you were dating somebody.

You've been holding out on me.

- Amy?
- Yeah?

Will you be my maid of honor?

Like you even have to ask.

Wait, did you set a date yet?

When's the wedding?

July 4th.

Okay, that's soon.

Well, I know!

But you know that I've always
wanted a Fourth of July wedding.

I know, I know,

but back up.

Who's the lucky guy?

The guy?

The guy!
The guy you're marrying!

The guy.

- Yeah, the guy...
- Yeah!

Well,

as a matter of fact, it's...

It's Hank.

Hank Lyons?

- Yup?
- Hank?

As in my ex-boyfriend?

That was so long ago,
and you guys did break up.

Yeah. Yes, we did.

That's...

Awesome.

Look!

You're getting married!

I know, right?

Hello?

Hey, mom, it's me.

Guess who's coming home
for a visit?

Well, I hope it's you.

I'm not a fan
of anonymous houseguests.

It's me.

Your father will be so happy.

I am writing a story

about you and dad
and the business.

A story about us? Why?

Because you guys do

the best small-town
fireworks show

in the country.

Well, when you
put it that way...

Wait, do I have to be
photographed?

Yes, of course, you do.

I'm going to have to lose
five pounds first.

You do not need
to lose five pounds.

You're such a good liar.

And I'm not just coming home
to do the article.

I'm going to be
the maid of honor in a wedding.

How lovely.

Well, who's getting married?

Sammie and Hank.

Hank?

That's a surprise.

I know.

Well, good for them.

I mean, as long as it doesn't
bother you, sweetie.

I mean, it was a little weird
when they first told me,

but, you know,
I'm happy for them.

And I haven't seen him
in seven years.

Hank is ancient history.

Yeah, and you're with Phil now.

And I'm with Phil now.

Hi!

Hey!

I...

I picked you up
a little something,

but I forgot to give it
to you last night.

Thanks, that's...

Yeah, it's,

it's a forget-me-knot.

Get it?

Yeah.

It's really pretty.
Thank you.

Okay, I gotta catch a flight.
I'll see you soon.

Miss you like crazy.

One quick thing.

I am going to be
in a wedding back home

for Fourth of July

my best friend, Sammie,
is getting married.

Do you think you could make it?

Oh, shoot, I'm still in Geneva.

It's okay.

No. No, you know what,

I'll rearrange things.

I'll meet you in Lakeview
in time for the wedding.

- Lakeside.
- Lakeside.

Okay, I gotta go.

Love you. Bye.

Bye.

Have a safe flight.

Thank you!

It's so good to be home.

Your father's in the office.

He'll want to see
you right away.

Yeah.

Look who's here!

Hey!

Our big city girl!

Hi!

It is so good to
have you home again.

And we have her

through the 4th.

It hasn't been
the same without you.

You look thin.
Have you been eating?

Of course, I have.

Wait, hold on.

I turned on my phone.

Sammie's calling.

Hello.

I need you right away.
How soon can you come over?

I can be there in 20 minutes?

Yeah, I'll just change,
I'll be right there.

Okay.

Well, it looks like
I am on wedding duty.

Already?

You just got here.

I bet it's not going
to take that long.

And you know Sammie.

She's just excited,

and it's part of being
her maid of honor.

I hope.

Come on, how hard can it be?

Sammie?

You made it!

Hi.

You look so pretty.

Thanks. You, too.

Did you do something
to your hair?

I brushed it.

It's very flattering.

Thank you.

Oh, my gosh,

it is Fourth of July
wedding central here.

Yeah, I may have gone
a little overboard.

You? No...

I have a zillion
decisions to make.

I desperately need
your input, Amy.

Well, I don't know much
about weddings, but I just...

what's this?

That is for my dad's office.

What do you think?

I...

You know, it's bold.

Yes!

How is the interior
decorating going?

It's a little slow.

Which reminds me.

I need you to "like"
me on Facebook.

Not me.

"Sammie's designs".

Got it.

You've done so much

since I last saw it.

I know.

It's pretty fabulous, isn't it?

Okay...

So, how long have
you and Hank been together?

A while.

I don't know, it just,

it just sort of...

It sort of just happened.

We started hanging out,

going to movies and dinner.

One day, I realized

I want to be
more than just friends.

Amy...

I just...

I don't want things
to be awkward between us.

Awkward?

- No! Not at all!
- No?

Good.

Oh, good, I'm so relieved,

you have no idea.

I thought about asking
for your blessing.

You know, the whole,

"don't date your best friend's
ex-boyfriend thing",

but I chickened out.

Stop.

Really, like, don't even
give it another thought.

Hank and I, I mean, that,

that was so long ago.

Yeah. Right?

Yeah.

All that matters to me
is that you're happy.

I am.

I want you to be happy, too.

I am.

I am, and by the way,

Phil is going to come
to the wedding.

Really? That's great.

Yeah.

It's about time that I met him.

I am so excited for us to meet
the new wedding planner.

I hope that I like her
better than the first two.

What was wrong with them?

Everything.

I know it's got to be
really hard

to do all this without your mom.

It's really hard.

Yeah.

Look, I am so glad
that you're here to help me.

You might reconsider

all the red, white,
and blue, dear.

It's a bit...
Limiting as a color scheme.

My wedding is on
the Fourth of July.

What other color
scheme is there?

I'm just suggesting
you scale back.

Maybe use, pops of
patriotism here and there.

Just a hint of the holiday,
you know?

Not a... an overload.

A hint?

What fun is that?

You know what it is,

I think Sammie just
prefers to make a statement.

Yes, thank you.

See? She gets it.

There are many ways
to make a statement.

I did a Fourth of July wedding
last year

that was quite elegant.

All of the bridesmaids
wore simple black gowns...

black?

This is a wedding,
not a funeral.

Yes, I understand, but...

I don't think you do, Marie.

We're having a major
disconnect here.

Ooh, well, you might
be right, dear.

My next appointment is here.

Why don't you just,
talk a look through,

and see if there's
something that...

Speaks to you.

Excuse me.

Just...
You have...

Okay, let's just... look.

Did I make an appointment?

Was that not an appointment?

Well...

Whatcha doing?

I'm trying to decipher
Sammie's tuxedo notes.

Not to pry, but...

that never stopped you before.

Just tell me again,

why are you marrying Sammie?

I proposed, and she said yes.

Hey, don't get me wrong,
she's a great girl.

Fantastic.

I just,

you know, I always thought
you'd end up marrying Amy.

Amy?

Where'd that come from?

I haven't thought
about her in years.

So there's no lingering feelings

about the woman
you almost proposed to?

None whatsoever.

That was a long time ago.

Great.

Hey, man, I'm just doing my job
as best man here, right?

Trying to make sure
you're ready to take that leap.

Dude, I'm totally ready.

I've never been happier.

Great.

Hey, guys.

Fred!

Hey.

My wife baked these for you.

Ooh, blueberry.

My favorite I.O.U.

Just my little way
of saying thanks

for all your patience
and your hard work, huh?

Now, that check
will be coming soon.

Don't sweat it, Fred.

We know you're good for it.

Come on in,
help me choose a tux.

Okay.

Ooh, what is that?

Apple pie?

I'm going to get that.

You really liked her?

I did, I think
she's great, and the...

babe!

Hi, hi!

Hey.

Amy Peterson,
is that really you?

Hi. It's good
to see you.

How you been?

Good! Good.
It's been so long.

It has.

Amy.

Hank...

Congratulations.

Thanks.

Yeah.

Yeah, pull up a chair.

Come on, have a seat.

Grab a seat.

This is nice, isn't it?

Yeah!

The best.

All right...

Well, I know what I'm getting.

So, Amy, what,

what brings you
back to Lakeside?

She's my maid of honor.

Really?

That's...

That's great.

You didn't tell him
that I'm in the wedding?

I could've sworn I mentioned it.

No.

Yeah, honey.

No, I don't...

I mean...

Well, we know now.

Right?

I am...
I'm hungry.

You again.

Hey!

I thought I might see you here.

Part of my daily routine.

I remember.

So, you and Sammie seem happy.

Yeah, we are.

And you?

Everything's going well
with you, right?

Yeah, yeah, everything's good.

Great.

Look, I was thinking about it,

and I just don't want it
to be awkward, you know,

with me being
in the wedding, or...

No, it won't be.

We won't let it.

Okay.

- So, we're good?
- Absolutely.

Friends?

Friends.

See you.

Have a good run.

Amy?

Sweetie, did you hear me?

I'm sorry, mom,
what did you say?

I asked you
when Phil's coming in.

Not till the first.

Just a quick trip,
and then he's off to...

Genoa or Geneva?

I can't remember which.

He sure travels a lot.

How do you find
time to be together?

Well, I mean,
it's a constant juggling act,

but...

You know, we don't have
a lot of time together,

but the time we do have
is more than enough, you know?

He's a really good guy,

and I am glad that you finally
get to meet him.

Yeah, we are, too.

So, how's Chicago?

It's...

Chicago, you know.

My feelings fluctuate
depending on the day,

the weather,

the traffic on Lakeshore drive.

I guess I just thought

it would be different somehow.

Well, how about the paper?

Things are going good
there, right?

I've kind of hit a wall
and I don't know why.

My editor says
I need to step up my game.

Is that why you've been
sounding so down lately?

Maybe.

I'm hoping that this article
that I'm working on

will just
turn everything around.

I'm sure it will.

You'll figure it out, honey.

We have faith in you.

Thank you.

It's Sammie.

I should probably take it.

Hello?

Can you come over now?

It's really important.

Yeah, I will...

I will be there soon.

I thought I would give
Marie another chance,

but she just, she doesn't
understand my vision,

so I said "forget it!

I am not going to let you
ruin my wedding".

I don't think
she'd wreck your wedding...

"pops of patriotism".

Give me a break.

You sure you don't want to
meet with her one last time...

so, I said, "Marie...

We're done".

Okay, well, you know,

I'm sure there's got to be
another wedding planner

besides the three you fired...

no, no, no,
but that's just it, Amy.

I don't want another
wedding planner.

You don't?

No!

I don't need one.

Perfect.

I have us.

Us?

Look, I have tried
everyone locally, Amy,

but nobody gets me
the way you do.

You...

Are my oldest
and closest friend.

We are going to have
the most fun ever.

I promise.

Yeah, no, I... I know,
it's just I don't think

that I'm really
the right person for this.

And I have the article,

and I'm on deadline,

and there's just
probably not enough time.

I just don't know
if I can, honestly...

here.

Don't be ridiculous.

I've outlined
your responsibilities,

so just skim through
in your spare time, okay?

In my spare time...

In my spare time.

We have got a lot to do today.

There's wedding cake, china,

bridesmaid's dresses, flowers...

I'm ready.

I put you in charge of
special wedding fireworks.

Sounds great.

Can you arrange those
with your dad?

Absolutely.

I'm going to see him
later on today

to talk about my article,

and I will mention it then.

Perfect!

Yeah.

Hi. Hi!

Hi, daddy!

Hi, honey.

Amy Peterson,
formerly of Lakeside?

How are you, Ben?

Oh, fine, thanks.

They treating you well
at "the post"?

They are.

Dad, close your eyes!

No peeking.

Okay.

Open.

It's...

It's... perfect.

See?

Maybe now you'll let me
decorate your whole office.

Let's get through
the wedding first

and then we'll talk about it,

but thank you.

Good to see you, Amy.

Nice to see you, too.

- Bye!
- Bye.

Bye, dad!

He seems good.

Yeah, he's great.

It's time for cake.

Hank's going to meet us there.

Okay.

These look wonderful.

Hi, Hank.

There's my groom.

- Hey.
- Hey.

Couldn't pass up
the free cake, huh?

I go where
my taste buds are needed.

Let's start with the red velvet.

Your favorite.

My favorite.

It's tasty.

What's this one, Helen?

White chocolate.

That is an O.M.G.

Try it, you guys.

It's a little sweet.

Amy?

Don't you just love it?

I don't know,
I can't really say.

Try the lemon cake.

It's very popular
with our summer brides.

Refreshing.

It's too tangy.

Sorry, I'm vetoing the lemon.

No offense, Helen.

No, none taken.

So, it's between
the white chocolate

and the red velvet.

- White chocolate.
- Red velvet.

White chocolate, Hank.

I would like to change my vote

to white chocolate.

Great.

Now, for the design...

Amy, can you open to page 377?

Yes.

377.

Okay, okay...

377.

Yeah.

I want that.

In white chocolate.

It goes perfectly with my theme.

"Stars and stripes,
and Sammie and Hank forever.

That's catchy.

I'll get right on it.

Every time I see my china,
I'll remember the wedding.

What do you think?

It's... nice.

You hate it.

No. No, no, no,
it's...

It's very upbeat.

Amy?

What do you think?

Yeah, I...
I like this.

Right?

It's too plain.

I'm going to go
check out the stemware.

Hi!

I'm Dinah.

Are you two lovebirds
here to register?

No, I'm not.

He is.

I'm sorry.

No, I'm marrying

that little lady over there.

She's lovely.

She is.

All right,
I have to got get going.

You...

...can take it from here.

It's getting heavier.

Bye.

Bye.

...in 12 or six,

I'm planning on having
some very large parties.

Bye. Thank you, hon'.

I'm planning on having
very big parties,

so I'm going to need
a lot of this one.

Amy Peterson?

Sylvia! Hi!

Hi! I don't believe it.

I haven't seen you in forever.

I know, not since we worked on
the newspaper in college.

You look great.

You, too!

Oh, please, I have
eight pounds of makeup on.

High definition
is so unforgiving.

Well, that's one of the perks
of working in print.

Are you still in Chicago?

Yeah, I am.

You're so lucky you escaped.

Unlike me, still stuck
in sleepy old Lakeside.

I don't know, you seem to be
doing just fine.

Well, they haven't
kicked me off the air just yet.

I'm on in five.

So good seeing you.

You, too.

- Bye.
- Bye.

Hey, dad, where are you hiding
all the fireworks?

What do you need?

Well, I want to take
some pictures for my article.

And then Sammie wants
something special

for her wedding.

Okay, well, here,

pick out something you like,

and I'll have to order it.

We don't have much in stock.

Yeah, I noticed that.

It seems like
inventory's pretty low

for this time of year.

Yeah, it's been kind of tight

the last couple months.

Why didn't you say something?

I didn't want to worry you.

Did something happen?

No, no, no, it's just
a couple of cancellations.

No big deal.

Wait, you're not getting
the town fireworks

till July 3rd?

That barely gives you
any time to set up.

Come on, dad,

you're putting a lot of
pressure on yourself.

Yeah, I don't like it
any more than you do, honey,

it's just, this year
I didn't have any choice.

So, what are you going to do?

I'm going to focus
on the Fourth of July,

and after that,

that should bring
everything up to speed.

Dad, no one does
the Fourth like you,

but I still think
that's cutting it pretty close.

Once we get the town's payment,
everything will be fine.

Well, what can I do?

Oh, no,

no, you've got
enough on your plate.

Yeah, but so do you.

At least I can work on
the stuff for Sammie.

I know what she likes.

Okay, well, you know

how much your mom and I
love working with you.

Me too.

Okay, Sammie will
definitely want "wow".

Wow.

This is really bright.

Someone has to rein Sammie in.

The whole Fourth of July
theme has gone too far.

Amy...

You're elected.

Me? What am I going to say?
I have no power over her.

You're her best friend.

You have to think of something.

Please?

Hah!

Look at you!

What do you think?

Be honest.

Your arms look incredible.

Your waist looks tiny.

Your country salutes you.

Do you really like it?

- We really do.
- We really do.

Maybe...

Some more red.

What about blue roses?

I don't have those.

We'd have to dye them.

Perfect.

I know just the
shade of blue I want.

I'll send over a sample.

And tiny American flags?

In the bridal bouquet?

Yeah.

You know what,
let's just keep it going

for the boutonnieres

and the bridesmaids
bouquets, too?

I think we might have to do
a Fourth of July intervention.

Hang in there.
My work here is done.

I'll see you later.
Great choices.

You again.

I just have a minute

while Sammie finishes up
the order in there.

I need a favor.

Okay...

I'm in charge of
the rehearsal dinner,

I could really use your help.

I know it's a lot to ask, but...

I can't do this on my own.

Hank, I just don't know
if I can do it.

I don't think I have time.

Look, I've got the article
about my folks,

and the bridal shower
is coming up.

Sammie's got me booked solid.

Well, Sammie wants your help.

She said so.

Okay.

Yes!

You're the best.

Thank you, Amy!

You're welcome.

I think.

Okay.

Deliveries out back,
service entrance.

No, sorry,

we have an appointment
with the manager,

Mr. Roth.

Do you really?

Yeah. 11:00.

I think we're early.

If you insist.

This way, please.

I don't know about
this place, Amy.

It's a little...

Pretentious?

Exactly.

You want to leave?

You read my mind.

So...

Is now a good time
to mention that we're lost?

We're not lost.

The eagle's nest
is around here somewhere.

The question is where?

Maybe I prefer

taking the scenic route.

I just saw a sign
for Lew's barbecue.

Aw, wouldn't you love
some of his famous ribs

right now?

That sounds great,

but we've got our meeting
at the eagle's nest.

We can send the caterer a text,

tell them
we're going to be late.

Lew could give us directions.

Directions, huh?

Just in case.

Not that we need them

come on, we're so close.

We have had
a lot of good times there.

The best.

I finally figured out
the seating plan.

Hey, where's Amy?

She's with Hank.

They're checking out places
for the rehearsal dinner.

Alone?

Sammie, have you
officially lost your mind?

Of course not.

Look, what if they still
have feelings for each other?

They're friends now.

It's okay for them to hang out.

I mean, does it get
any better than this?

No.

No, it doesn't.

You know what,

if I could pick my last meal,

it would definitely be
a plate of Lew's ribs.

There's that dark side
coming out.

Come on, if you've gotta go,

you may as well do it

with Lew's barbecue sauce

just dripping all over
your face, right?

It certainly makes
for a charming visual.

You got something.

There you go.

Thanks.

Hank and Amy?
Amy and Hank?

Lew!

Is it really you
or am I seeing things?

My eyes are all teary

from chopping up
onions for the sauce.

Onion? Now,
is that the secret?

No.

What is it?

Hey, like I'm going to tell her.

Next thing you know,

it'll be splashed
across the front page

of "The Seattle Observer".

Actually, Amy's with
"The Chicago Post".

Impressive.

Well, that explains

why you never come
and see me anymore.

So, what's your excuse?

I... don't have one yet.

Get back to me when you do.

So, what else can I get you?

Peach cobbler?

Twist my arm.

A scoop of vanilla, right?

Aw, you remembered.

I always remember
my best customers,

even if they abandon me.

We'll just take one.

We can split it.

We're cooking up a fresh batch.

It'll be done in
about five minutes.

- Thanks, Lew.
- Thanks, Lew.

What?

Let's go see if our bench
is still there.

Come on.

Come on.

Yeah.

There's something
about this place,

it just...

Makes you want to
camp out here forever.

Eating ribs.

And corn bread.

And peach cobbler.

Yeah.

Hey, I know this is
going to sound crazy

to a big city sophisticate
like yourself.

Yeah, that's me.

But do you think there's any way

we could have
the rehearsal dinner here?

At Lew's?

Yeah.

Well, I don't really know
how Sammie would feel about it.

Has she... been here?

No, but, I mean,

we could dress it up for her,

make it look really nice.

Maybe put some lights outside?

Get some good music going?

Get some linen napkins,
tablecloths,

maybe even those,
paper lanterns?

Yes.

I think it could be
really beautiful.

Yeah.

Yeah, I think you're...
You're right.

Great.

Lew's it is.

Lew's it is.

We need it to look pretty, Lew.

Pretty?

Barbecue isn't pretty.

Barbecue is messy.

Can you do pretty?

Tell you what.

I'll supply the food and drink,

and you supply the pretty
just by being here.

Always a charmer.

And you're a lucky guy.

It's about time
you two got hitched.

Congratulations.

No, no, Lew,
we're not getting married.

What?

No, we haven't been
together for a long time.

Is that so?

Yeah, he's,
marrying my best friend.

Good one.

Hey...

Not a joke.

You could've fooled me.

The old house...

This is the old house.

Thanks again for your help.

I really couldn't have
done this without you.

Yeah, it was fun.

Yeah.

Okay.

Hey, before you go,

there's something
I've been wanting to say.

Okay.

I'm just really glad

things are working out
for you in Chicago.

You know, you took a huge step,

and it's paying off.

Most people
wouldn't have the guts

to move away
and follow their dreams.

Not you, Amy.

You're fearless.

Yeah, I...

I know it probably
seems pretty good on paper,

this big hectic life I have,

but...

Sometimes I just feel like
none of it is real.

Like if I were to look
beneath the surface,

I just wouldn't find
anything, and...

What...

Sorry, what are you
saying exactly?

I don't know, I'm just...

I'm just babbling.

Hey, hey, hey, hey,

what's going on?

You can talk to me, you know.

I know.

I've never met anyone

who was easier to talk to
than you.

You just have such a...

Wonderful way about you, Hank.

I hope I told you that
when we were together.

You told me all the time.

Good night, Hank.

Good night, Amy.

Why are you guys
working so late?

It's a beautiful night.

You look...
I don't know how to say it...

You look happy.

Well, Hank and I found a place

for the rehearsal dinner
today, so...

Yeah, one thing
to check off my list.

You guys are so old school.

Do you know, I tried
to link your website

in the article today,

and then I realized...

We don't have a website.

We barely have a computer.

I know, but
I'm worried about you guys.

You've got to be
more competitive.

Market yourself.

But you know we've always
been word of mouth.

Yeah, my mouth.

I'm putting that in the article.

Be my guest.

No, but I'm serious.

Word of mouth
is not enough anymore.

You should get
into social media.

Build a website, start tweeting.

We're Luddites,
that's beyond us.

Yeah, we'd have to
hire somebody.

No, no, no. I could
teach you of the basics.

It's actually not
that hard to get going.

Oh, no,
you have enough going on,

especially with the bridal
shower tomorrow.

You don't have time.

Mom, this is important,
and it's fun.

How about this,
before I head back to Chicago,

I'll get you guys
up and running.

How do you say no to that?

Best...

Bridal. Shower. Ever!

I'm so glad you like it.

Like it?

Try love it.

You went all out.

I mean, I had help.

Oh, please, the way you've
been there for me, Amy,

the way you've brought it, 110%,

I can't thank you enough.

Aw...

I am so lucky to
have you in my life.

I'm lucky to have you
in my life.

Guys, isn't it time for...

Time for what?

The game.

Oh, right.

Yes, yes, yes, okay.

Who is ready for

the toilet paper
dress and veil game?

It's my favorite!

We have our bride.

What? No...
No, wait...

Wait no!

Okay, Sammie, pick a winner.

Who's it gonna be?

It's a tough call.

Because they're all
so fashion forward,

and ultra soft, but...

If I had to choose,
I'm going to go with...

Team Amy.

Yes.

That means you're next, Amy.

That dress
is so you, Amy.

Yeah, see,
I was going for T.P. Chic.

Well, you've
definitely achieved that.

Oh, Hank.

I'll just...

- Hi!
- Hey.

Hey.

Come on, I want to
show you the gifts I got.

- A waffle-maker!
- Sweet.

- You like it?
- I love it.

Come here.

It was a wonderful shower.

You did such a great job.

Sammie loved it.

Amy?

Sweetie, are you okay?

No, I'm not.

What's wrong?

I know it's going to
sound crazy,

but I think
I have feelings for Hank.

Oh, dear.

It just sort of crept up on me.

I haven't thought
about him in years,

and now I just can't stop
thinking about him,

and I...

I can't have feelings for Hank.

I'm with Phil,

and Hank's marrying Sammie,

and it...

It just makes no sense.

Well, it makes some sense.

You're about to lose him
for good,

and it's all just
starting to hit you.

I'm so confused, mom.

What do I do?

Well, it's complicated, sweetie.

I don't know if there's
anything you can do.

You're right.

I just have to face reality.

Hank and I are not meant to be.

Hank is marrying Sammie,

and there's nothing I can do
to change that.

Hey, look who I found.

Hey.

You must be Gloria.

Phil, nice to meet you.

Yeah, you, too.

Hi.

Babe, I made it.

Yes, you did.

It's...

It's so great that you're here.

Thanks.

Lakeview.

...Side.

Lakeside, right.

Lakeside...

This town really gets into
the Fourth of July.

It's great.

Yeah, we really know
how do the Fourth

around here.

I can see that.

I always say,

if you're going to do something,

do it big,

otherwise, don't do it at all.

You never told me

that your family was
all part of all this?

I've mentioned it a few times.

I bet they put the
spectacle in spectacular.

I can't wait to see it.

I really think that...

what else have you
been hiding from me?

Hiding?

N-Nothing.

No, I mean, what other
Fourth of July surprises

do you have in store for me?

Phil!

This is so exciting.

I can't believe I finally
get to meet you.

Sammie.

The pleasure's all mine.

Great suit, by the way.

Thank you.

Okay, come on.

I am dying for you
to see the tuxes.

Come on.

Come on.

This is some bow tie.

Yes, it is.

Sammie's definitely got
an eye for, details.

Yes, she does.

Do I seriously have to
wear this thing?

If I do, you do.

Okay, fine, you owe me one.

Hey, how's the rehearsal
dinner going?

Really great.

Yeah.

Yeah, Amy's been
such a big help.

I forgot how she was so...

So, what?

Are these sleeves too long?

Honey!

Hey.

You look amazing.

Amy, don't they look amazing?

Yes, they look amazing.

Hank and Andy,

this is Phil.

- Phil, Hank and Andy.
- Hi.

- Hi.
- Hey.

Good to meet you.

Those are...

Those are great
bow ties, you guys.

I know, right?

Great for
a Fourth of July wedding.

Exactly.

No, where are
the matching cummerbunds?

You read my mind.

Doesn't that just
finish the look?

Absolutely.

Good morning.

Hey, Phil, it's supposed to
be a hot one today

you may want to lose that suit

and put on a pair of Bermudas.

No, thanks, Charlie, I'm fine.

I feel more comfortable
in a suit.

Okay.

Hello?

Hi, bill.

Oh, no.

When?

Okay.

Yeah, we'll see you then.

We'll be there. Bye.

The water main broke last night.

The city council wants us
to come to a special meeting

this morning.

What, now?

Yeah, now.

Well, let's go.

Listen, hon',

I'm sorry, I can't come.

I have to wait here
for a conference call.

That's okay.

There's nothing you could
really do there anyway.

I'll come back and get you
when we're done, okay?

Are you sure?

Yeah.
Yeah, yeah.

Enjoy breakfast.

Thanks. Good luck.

Hank!

Hey!

Hey...

Hey, it's good to see you.

You too.

Hi.

What a mess, huh?

It's awful, isn't it?

The council called
an emergency session.

Yeah, we should probably
go over there.

Do you mind if I tag along?

You don't... you don't have to.

I'd really like to.

Yeah, come with us.

To repair the water main.

The only way around this

is to reallocate the monies
slated for the fireworks.

I'm so sorry.

Now, hang on there, bill.

We've already
ordered the fireworks.

There must be something...

I'm afraid we have no choice
in the matter, folks.

It's already been decided.

The Fourth of July
fireworks show

has been canceled.

We can't weather
the loss of this job.

We're going to
have to sell the company.

Hey, wait a minute,

no one's selling anything.

Come on, you can't give up hope.

Maybe we can raise
the money on our own.

I don't like
asking people for money.

Neither do I.

It's not charity,
it's tradition.

We have had fireworks

at the Fourth of July
in Lakeside

every year that I've been alive,

and I can't picture it
without it.

I know the town would
rally around that.

Don't you think?

Yeah, I mean, it's ambitious,

but it's definitely
not impossible.

Nothing's impossible.

Okay, so, now that
I opened my big mouth,

I've got to make it happen.

I think corporate sponsorship's

the best way to go.

Hit up some of the
bigger players in town.

I like the thinking.

You know, if you want,
I could help.

I'm in rotary with
a lot of those guys.

That would be amazing.

Cool.

Hey, Sammie...

I need a favor.

We can't do Fourth of July
without fireworks.

Thank you so much, Ben.
This is a great start.

Yeah, thanks, Ben.

I wish I could do more.

Can you think of anyone else

who might want to contribute?

I'd happy to make a few calls.

That would be huge, thank you.

Hey.

- Hank, how you doing?
- Hey. Good.

What a great place
to get married

on the Fourth of July.

It's all coming together
quite nicely,

don't you think?

It really is beautiful.

I was thinking about
the Fourth of July,

and I don't think
that we can raise enough money,

not one sponsor at a time.

Honey, I'm happy to make
a donation.

Thanks Phil.

That's great, man.

Yeah, no, whatever I can do to...

follow me, everybody, follow me!

Now, listen, I want the chairs
facing the water.

Facing the water!

In two sections

on either side of the aisle!

Excuse me, I'll go
see if I can help out.

Great.

Yeah, I still think

we need a different
fund raising approach.

I don't know,

maybe one of those
kickstarter campaigns?

Yes! I see those on Facebook
all the time.

Right, they do help you just
reach a lot of people fast.

In two sections

on either side
of the aisle, okay?

We have to make sure

that everybody can see the swans

floating behind us.

Swans, what a nice touch.

I'm so glad you agree.

You know, I never
would have thought of that.

It's up here.

No.

No, no, no.

Not the black arch.

I wanted the white arch.

Fellas, look,
she doesn't like the arch.

Amy!

Amy, can you come here!

Andy's really great
with social media.

Maybe he could tweet something?

Right, and maybe

we could have
the radio station do an ad,

"help us save the Fourth".

Perfect.

Can we put the fireworks

on hold for a second?

Sure.

Did you order
the black wedding arch

from the rental company?

No, I ordered the white one.

Can you go talk to the guys?

Sure. Okay.

Actually,
I've already handled it.

Thank you.

My pleasure.

I am having fun.

Hon', I tell you,
I love Lakeview.

- Lakeside.
- Lakeside.

What I... sorry.

The bows look great.

How's the fund raising
website coming?

It's almost finished.

Here, take a look.

Very impressive.

There.

It's ready to launch.

Do you really think
this will work?

I do.

Okay, here we go.

Come on, Lakeside.

She looks beautiful.

I know.

Yes...

Go back and check
the next batch of ribs.

I just, I wish
you'd have been there.

Yeah, me too,
but I'm glad you're here.

I'm glad you could make it.

There's the happy couple.

It's amazing.

This is so good.

Hey, how you doing?

Sammie, look at you,
you look fantastic.

Oh, why, thank you.

I think we pulled it off.

Yeah, and Lew didn't think
that we could do pretty.

We showed him.

What us that color?

Is... is that coral?

Yes!

It's my favorite color.

Well, it should be.

It suits you perfectly.

It really does look
fantastic, doesn't it?

Yeah.

It's such a special place.

It's all incredible.

Thank you, both.

There's my girl.

Dad!

You look wonderful, honey.

Hank.

Ben.

This is fun, right?

Yeah.

Why don't I grab us a drink?

I'm good.
You go get something.

I'll be right here.
Thank you.

See you in a bit.

Bye.

Lew!

Looks great, huh?

It looks amazing.

Fourth of July!

Yes.

You okay with all this?

Yeah. It... it's great.

I mean, your guy
marrying someone else.

He's... he's not my guy.

I'm with Phil now.

Right over there.

Right, right.

Come on.

How are the kids?

My daughter, Carol, is 12 now.

You're kidding.

Where did the time go?

Whoosh!

Oh, my gosh.

Hey, Lew.

Everything looks great.

She's the visionary.

That, she is.

Thank you.

Hey, you want to dance?

I don't know.

Come on, for old time's sake?

A man asks you to dance,
you dance.

May I have this dance?

Indeed.

Hey, how are the contributions

for the kickstarter site?

They're pretty good.

Not enough to save the day.

Right.

Well, let's not
give up hope yet.

Okay.

This is fun.

Yeah!

Look at them.

Awfully chummy.

Enough, you two.
Give it a rest.

What?

It's funny,

there was a time where I thought

it would be you and me
getting married.

Really?

Yeah, I was going to propose.

I had a ring and everything.

When was that?

Years ago,

Fourth of July.

We went down to the docks,

and you told me
you were leaving for Chicago.

And I didn't...

Can I steal my fiance
for a dance?

Yeah.

- Hey.
- Hey.

I thought I'd come out
and show you a few moves.

I don't mind...

I-I'm sorry...

I just have to
go check on something.

Yeah..

What's wrong?

Nothing.
I'm happy.

Yeah?

Found you.

Hey.

You okay?

Yeah...

I'm just thinking.

You should probably
go back inside.

Hi, everybody.

If I could have your attention.

Come on into the main area here
and bring your glasses.

It's time to toast
the almost married couple.

Yes.

Sammie and Hank, come on up.

There she is.

Sammie...

All right, and Hank.

All right, Hank,
we know you're here.

Hank?

Hank?

Come on, what's wrong?

You can tell me.

You were going to
ask me to marry you

and I ruined everything.

I just... thought
you wanted something else.

I went after the wrong dream.

I just didn't realize it, and...

And I lost the person
that I cared about the most.

And now I...

And now what?

What?

And I'm pretty sure
I'm in love with you, Hank.

You are?

Yeah.

I don't believe this.

Sammie, just...

No, I didn't see it before,
but now I get it.

The only reason you're here
is to steal Hank away from me.

Sammie, come on.

I would never do that to you.

You don't expect me
to believe that, do you?

But it's true.
I would never do that to you.

Hank?

Will you help me out here, Hank?

Because I really feel like
I'm losing my mind.

Was all of this just
smoke and mirrors?

No, of course... of course not.

Everything?
Us? The plans we made?

We have to calm down

and discuss this...

what's the point?

Sammie...

So, we'll...

Sammie, what...

What are you doing?

Stop.

Sorry to spoil the party, but...

The wedding is off.

And if you want to know why,

you can ask Amy Peterson.

Oh, man.

Hey, buddy.
Hey...

Hey...

Sammie, please wait. Please?
It's not what you think.

It's exactly what I think!

It's so obvious now!

I must've been blind

not to see how much
you wanted Hank back.

No, that's not it at all,
Sammie, I...

just leave me alone, okay?

Sammie, please...

Please, it's not what you think!

Sammie, please.

Please, just...

Wait. Wait!

Where's she going?

I don't know,

and I feel like
it's all my fault.

Okay, tonight was crazy.

We need to put
whatever that was on hold,

at least for now, okay?

I know. You're right.

We need to find her.

Okay.

Amy, what's going on?

I'm so sorry.

I owe you an explanation,

but I can't do it now...
I've got to go find Sammie.

I will explain to you
back at the house, I promise.

Come on, go, go.

There she is.

You just go.

She made it really clear
she doesn't want to speak to me.

I'll talk to her.

Hey, Sylvia.

What's going on?

We're doing a piece

on the Fourth of July
cancellation.

Do you...

Do you think
you could interview me?

I'm trying to raise funds
to save the fireworks show.

Sure.

Yeah, we can get
your family's perspective.

Yeah, I'll just,

I'll set it up and bring you in.

That would be great.

Thank you.

Yeah.
No problem.

Good evening.
This is Sylvia Sherwin,

coming to you live
from downtown Lakeside,

where the aftermath
of the water main explosion

is everywhere.

Holiday cheer has fizzled
on the eve of independence day.

This is Amy Peterson,

whose parents,
Gloria and Charlie Peterson,

of Peterson pyrotechnics,

put on the fireworks show
every year.

Now, tell us, Amy,

how are they dealing with
the cancellation?

Well, they're disappointed,

just like the rest of Lakeside.

It's not the Fourth of July
without fireworks.

No, it isn't,

which is why we started
a website campaign

to raise money.

We are doing
everything in our power

to save the Fourth of July.

You don't have
much time left, do you?

No, but with the help

of the good people of Lakeside,

it is definitely possible.

Please donate whatever
you can, tonight.

Amy Peterson, looking for
a Fourth of July miracle.

This is Sylvia Sherwin,
reaction news.

Back to you in the studio.

Thank you, Sylvia...

She did good.

That was great.

...you can make a contribution
by going to the website below...

Hey.

Hi...

Everyone.

We should give them some space.

Phil, I'm so sorry.

What happened tonight?

Everything just spun
out of control so fast,

and I didn't expect
anything to happen.

I...

I thought Hank and I
were just friends,

but then all my feelings for him
came back

and I feel just terrible,

because you're...

You're such a good guy,

and you've been so sweet to me.

You don't deserve this.

You really don't, and...

Amy. Amy...

We've had...

A lot of really
good times together, but...

I've never really
thought you were "the one",

and I know that you've never
thought of me that way.

Listen, it's okay. Right?

We're different.

Sooner or later,

we were bound to go
our separate ways.

So, we're... breaking up?

This is your home,

not Chicago.

This is where you belong,
this is where you're happiest.

You think so?

I know so.

Yeah.

Look, I'm going to check into
a hotel tonight,

so, do me a favor
and thank your folks for me.

Thank you, Phil, so much,
for understanding.

Thanks, Scott.

Really appreciate it.

Hamilton came through.

Delivery in a few hours.

Wald and Orion
came through, too.

Just waiting to
hear back from Corey

from northwest display.

Well, not to be a killjoy here,

but isn't it a big gamble,

ordering fireworks

we haven't raised
enough money to pay for?

Well, we've got to replace
the order that we canceled.

Keep the faith, mom.

Well, I guess I'll make
a fresh pot of coffee.

Come.

I will.

I'll get you some.

I really managed to make
a mess of everything.

I lost my best friend
and destroyed her wedding,

in the same night,

and in record time.

I'm so sorry, sweetie,

but I am sure
it will all work itself out.

And then Phil and I broke up.

I mean, mom,
I am really on a roll.

Now, what about Hank?

What is going on with him?

I'm not sure.

Amy?

Amy!

What is it?

You did it!

You did it!
Look!

Look!

We all did it.

What?
What did we do?

We raised enough money
for the fireworks.

It's too much wonderful,

I have to sit down!

Crisis averted

and I got a great
ending for my article.

Just not sure I can say
the same for my life, though.

Can I come in?

You're going to anyway.

A cupcake.

Our tradition.

You think cupcakes can
make everything better?

No.

But I think they can help.

Sammie, I...

I just want you to know

that I honestly thought Hank
was just a part of my past.

And then I...

I came back home, and...

All these old feelings
started...

They just started resurfacing,

feelings that I promise you,

I had no intention at all
of sharing with him, but...

then you told him anyway.

I remember.

I was there.

Sammie, I'm so sorry.

Just so you know,

I'm not ready
to forgive you yet.

I understand.

Phil and I broke up.

Hank and I
had a talk last night.

We've decided not to
go through with the wedding.

But it just...

It just hit me,

you know,
that I've been lying to myself,

pretending I could create
this great life with him.

It was just a big fantasy.

My mom would've set me straight.

You know, she would have said,

I was in love with the wedding
more than anything else.

That's not the right reason
to get married.

I never meant to hurt you.

You know that, right?

I know, I do know.

This is a big moment for us.

You know, we've been through
a lot together,

and we said we'd be
best friends forever.

So, I have to ask you
a really important question.

How long do you plan on
being mad at me?

I might make you suffer
a little longer.

Fair enough.

Well, in the meantime,

maybe you would want to help me

with the Fourth of July picnic?

Because I could really
use your expertise.

I am not in the mood
for a picnic.

Okay.

All right, well...

Just think about it.

I might have
an opening in my schedule.

I know.

See?

It's so good.

Hi.

Hey.

Walk with me?

This is weird.

Is this weird?

A little.

Yeah.

Hey, congratulations.

For what?

You saved the Fourth of July.

With your help.

I didn't do much.

Yeah, you did.

Everyone else thought I was nuts

and you backed me.

We... we made
a great team.

"Made?"

As in past tense?

Well, yeah, I have
disrupted your life

in a pretty major way,
twice now,

so I wouldn't blame you

for wanting to keep me
in the past tense.

Look, when you left for Chicago,

I had to find some way
of moving forward without you.

I know.

And I was doing okay...

Until you came back.

And after spending
all this time with you,

Amy, I've realized
how much I love you.

You do?

Yes.

Yes, I do, and...

I know Chicago
is far away, but...

there's no more Chicago.

What?

Phil and I broke up,

and, I decided
that I'm not going back.

Because I wasn't happy.

And my home is in Lakeside,

with the people that I love.

With you.

Sammie...

Everything looks amazing.

I know, right?

Yeah.

You have a real knack
for party planning.

You could do this full-time.

I mean, if you ever decided

you didn't want to do
interior decorating anymore.

That is such a wonderful idea.

Okay, so...

I sent in my article
to "the post",

and they put it
on the front page.

I really like that picture.

I can't wait to read it.

I also sent in my resignation.

You did?

I just want to be doing
something that I really love.

So, I thought that
maybe I would apply

for the much-needed marketing
position at the company.

You're hired!

Aw, let's get everything done.

Let's light up the skies
for Lakeside. Come on, dad.

I love it.

Well, that should do it.

We're ready to begin.

Amy, will you do the honors?

With pleasure.

Safety first.

Okay.

Hello, Sammie.

Phil, hi!

I thought you'd left.

I just, I kind of wanted
to stick around

and watch these
amazing fireworks.

Nice hat.

You too.

You look great in
red, white and blue, by the way.

Don't you just
love the Fourth of July?

Yes, I do.

It is now
my new favorite holiday.

Join me?

I'd love to.

Ooh...

It's so good.

You know, if you ever did
want to pop the question,

I hear the Fourth of July's
a really great day to do it.

- You think?
- Yeah.

Amy Peterson, I love you.

I never want to lose you again.

I want to spend the rest
of my life with you.

Will you marry me?

Let me think about it.
Yes!

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