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00:00:00And that you have a super cool aunt that you get to stay with, right?
00:00:04Definitely.
00:00:05Triple shot, oat milk, peppermint latte.
00:00:07Thank you, Sammy.
00:00:09So, do you got any plans for the weekend?
00:00:12Oh, yeah.
00:00:14Work, work, and a little more work.
00:00:17You know what? I was gonna save this for Christmas, but maybe you should use this now.
00:00:21Okay.
00:00:25What is this?
00:00:26It's an idea journal for your next book.
00:00:29Look, I know you said that you're taking a break from writing or whatever,
00:00:33but just because you have a novel sitting at a door doesn't mean you can't start on something new.
00:00:37Bonnie.
00:00:38What?
00:00:39Okay, I know it's none of my business, but you're writing so good.
00:00:43Honestly, it's a crime you're not sharing it.
00:00:45I love it. Thank you so much. It's great.
00:00:49Things have just been really busy, so I think right now writing can wait.
00:00:53But thank you.
00:00:55Oh, shoot.
00:00:57I gotta go. I don't want to be late for my next class.
00:01:00Oh, okay.
00:01:01Hey, go learn all the things.
00:01:03Bye.
00:01:04Bye.
00:01:14Special delivery.
00:01:15Crossword?
00:01:16And cookies.
00:01:18Yes!
00:01:19Yes!
00:01:22Edible Christmas house.
00:01:25One, two, three, four, five, six, eleven letters.
00:01:28Gingerbread.
00:01:29Right?
00:01:30Of course.
00:01:33Oh, hey, I know this girl from spin class.
00:01:36Eleni McGinnis and Tyler Stack had their first kiss under mistletoe purchased at Mountain Laurel Christmas Fair's Merry Mistletoe booth,
00:01:43becoming the thirteenth couple to get married after sharing their first kiss this way?
00:01:48Wow, we gotta get some of that mistletoe.
00:01:51I've got other things to focus on.
00:01:53I know. Now that I'm single again, I'm gonna get me some of that mistletoe.
00:01:58Okay.
00:01:59I'm not ruling anything out.
00:02:00I heard you.
00:02:03Inaudible evening.
00:02:06Silent night.
00:02:12Is that the bell?
00:02:14Oh, hi.
00:02:18Hello.
00:02:19Hello. We're here to see a realtor.
00:02:21Of course. Who would you like to see?
00:02:23All of them.
00:02:29It's really nice to meet you both. I'm Eva.
00:02:31Lovely to meet you as well. I'm Kelly Greer and this is my husband Frank.
00:02:36And how can I help you?
00:02:37We want to sell our house and we need to sell it fast.
00:02:40Oh, you're in luck. Selling houses quickly is my specialty.
00:02:43So how quickly do you want to move on this?
00:02:46Well, my brilliant wife has a sudden job opportunity at Stanford.
00:02:50Now we found the perfect house that we want to buy there.
00:02:53But in order to purchase it, we need to sell our house here. I mean, the bridge loan depends on it.
00:02:58So we were hoping to have everything settled by Christmas.
00:03:02Well, that is fast.
00:03:04But not impossible.
00:03:06Sorry, I don't mean to interrupt. I was just waiting to get a coffee.
00:03:12Jeff Morgan.
00:03:14Well, the more the merrier.
00:03:16I mean, listen, we realize that this is not an ideal scenario.
00:03:20So whatever advice you all can give us is appreciated.
00:03:24Oh.
00:03:25Well, I'm all ears.
00:03:33Well, I was just telling the Greers about my track record when it comes to selling houses quickly.
00:03:37It's sort of my area of expertise.
00:03:40Yeah, Eve is great. She sold 16 condos this year.
00:03:44Where's your condo, if you don't mind me asking?
00:03:47We actually have a house. It's on Walgrove.
00:03:50Oh, you don't say.
00:03:52Well, I just closed the house on Walgrove this morning. The Tillmans.
00:03:56Oh, wonderful family. They live right across the street.
00:04:00So that's why they were dancing in the driveway this morning. You must have got them quite the deal.
00:04:05Well, I don't like to talk in terms of deals. Customer satisfaction is big for me, and I mean, it was a good deal.
00:04:14Sounds like it. How long was that house on the market for?
00:04:18Time was no problem for the Tillmans. They just wanted the best price, and that's what I got them.
00:04:23The best price, that's what I get all my clients.
00:04:26It would be nice to have someone who is sold in our neighborhood.
00:04:30I'll admit I haven't broken into your neck of the woods yet, but in addition to the 16 condos I've sold, I've also rented 33 apartments this year.
00:04:39A house like yours would be a new opportunity for me, but one that I am fully equipped to handle.
00:04:43She's right. If you're not worried about getting the absolute best price, then Eve might be a great fit.
00:04:51Well, I mean, we are a little concerned with the right price.
00:04:56And Jeff can definitely get that for you. Under normal circumstances, of course.
00:05:01So, have you sold anything this quickly before?
00:05:04Well, not exactly, but last year I did sell the Preston mansion that was right next to the train station.
00:05:11Some people said that was unsellable, but, well, I managed to get a buyer to pay over asking.
00:05:16And if I can sell that, well, I could definitely sell yours in two weeks.
00:05:21Two...
00:05:27Mm-hmm.
00:05:32Look forward to hearing from you, whichever direction you end up choosing.
00:05:37You must be pretty pleased with yourself.
00:05:39Well, I don't know what you mean.
00:05:40Oh, no? I didn't know you were that desperate to get Realtor of the Year again.
00:05:45Eva, I'm hurt. I didn't know you felt that way.
00:05:48Well, as potential clients of Mountain Laurel Realty, the Greer is entitled to work with whichever agent they feel works best for them.
00:05:56You know what? It doesn't matter. The Greers are obviously going to choose me.
00:06:00And when I sell their house, the commission will put me in the lead.
00:06:03And when they announce me as the winner of Realtor of the Year, I'll be all the sweeter.
00:06:09But y'all should know you're not the only two in the running. I'm scheduling meetings with Kristen, Ravji, Louis, and the Dream Team.
00:06:15I hope the Greers don't want to work with the team.
00:06:18One is not the loneliest number, it's the most productive.
00:06:21Well, that we can both agree on.
00:06:25I'm going to get back to it.
00:06:30I want this listing so bad, Carrie. A house in the West End? It would mean I'm finally on the right path.
00:06:38The Greers would be lucky to have you too, you know.
00:06:42Okay, poinsettias, a story behind Christmas' most famous plant. A brief history of flora and fauna. And ecosystems of the North Pole.
00:06:50Doing a research paper, Bonnie?
00:06:52No, these are just for some light reading over Christmas break.
00:06:55Ah, so you're a reader like your aunt. But are you a writer like her too?
00:06:59No way. She's the creative one.
00:07:02Of course.
00:07:03Excuse me.
00:07:04See you soon.
00:07:05Bye.
00:07:06Bye.
00:07:07Cheers.
00:07:08So, did you scribble down any book ideas in your journal today?
00:07:12I wish it were that simple.
00:07:14I don't mean to pester you. I'm just jealous. If I could write as good as you, I would never stop.
00:07:19I mean, your book belongs here. Not in some dust collecting dust.
00:07:24Which is crazy, by the way, going analog.
00:07:26I've got it backed up on a laptop, don't worry.
00:07:30It's just nice, actually feeling your book in your hands, you know.
00:07:36Change of subject. Can we get takeout on the way home?
00:07:39Oh, we should always get takeout on the way home.
00:07:41Oh, and we have another stop too.
00:07:43Okay. Let's go.
00:07:46Every year, I add a new ornament to my tree. Something special.
00:07:5120 years from now, I want to look at my tree and remember that this was the first Christmas my brilliant, kind, and somewhat nosy niece gave me.
00:08:03It's perfect.
00:08:04Very you.
00:08:05Very you, okay.
00:08:06It's going to look so good.
00:08:08and remember that this was the first Christmas my brilliant, kind,
00:08:13and somewhat nosy niece came to live with me.
00:08:16So I want you to pick.
00:08:22It's perfect.
00:08:23Very you.
00:08:24Very you.
00:08:25Okay.
00:08:26It's going to look so good.
00:08:33And this is just the warm up.
00:08:35I'll take you to the tree lighting at the Christmas fair.
00:08:39I want your first Christmas fair to be magical.
00:08:43It already is.
00:08:44Let's go.
00:08:55Make a wish, Aunt Eva.
00:08:57I wish for tickets to Science Con.
00:09:01What's Science Con?
00:09:02It's this amazing convention in New York where all the top scientists in different fields lead.
00:09:06Workshops, lectures.
00:09:08I've always wanted to go, but it's pricey.
00:09:11Okay, hint taken.
00:09:14Okay, what do you wish for, Aunt Eva?
00:09:16Honestly, I just want the Walgrove lipstick.
00:09:19No!
00:09:20What? I do!
00:09:21No, that is so boring.
00:09:23I also wish for my Aunt Eva to find happiness outside of work.
00:09:28You don't need to make your wish about me.
00:09:30No, no, no. It's too late.
00:09:31This is officially a Christmas wish, and personally, I can't wait for it to come true.
00:09:45Double cafe mocha?
00:09:46Christmas party invitation?
00:09:49Oh, I've never needed liquid chocolate more in my life.
00:09:52I failed my practice test last night.
00:09:55Hey, don't worry. I have failed so many of those. We'll do better next time.
00:09:59Also, study notes, as promised.
00:10:02Have I told you lately that you're an amazing friend?
00:10:05Who, me?
00:10:07Oh, before you head back, you should know the Greers are here.
00:10:10That is just the good news I was hoping for.
00:10:12Just one thing. They want to talk to both of you.
00:10:16They're in Jeff's office.
00:10:21Oh.
00:10:23Okay, we want you to share the listing.
00:10:27We were very impressed with both of you, but more impressed with what pairing you up could mean.
00:10:32We'd have your experience, Jeff.
00:10:34And Eva's speed. What do you say?
00:10:39Well, yeah.
00:10:41Alright, take the afternoon, think about it, and let us know. We would love to work with both of you.
00:10:46Great.
00:10:47Okay.
00:10:49Awesome.
00:10:51This is a lot.
00:10:54I'm not sure having a partner is the best fit for me. I'm used to working alone.
00:10:59Boy, I'm not crazy about it either.
00:11:04That being said, I think it might be a shame just to let this slip away.
00:11:09It's true. Either neither of us get it, or we try to make decisions together.
00:11:15I'm so crazy, it might just work.
00:11:19Let's sell the house by Christmas.
00:11:29Wow. It's beautiful.
00:11:33Well, this should be easy.
00:11:35Thank you so much for coming.
00:11:37We're so excited to be working with you both.
00:11:39Oh, we're excited to be here.
00:11:41Oh, don't mind the mistletoe. We're just packing it up.
00:11:44Would you like a tour?
00:11:45We would love one. I would actually love to take notes as well, if that's okay.
00:11:50Could I tempt you with a homemade chocolate brownie on our way through?
00:11:53Oh, you most certainly can.
00:11:55Yeah.
00:11:56I'm sorry.
00:11:57It's okay.
00:11:58It's okay.
00:11:59It's okay.
00:12:00It's okay.
00:12:01It's okay.
00:12:02It's okay.
00:12:03You most certainly can.
00:12:04Yeah.
00:12:07Help yourself.
00:12:08Yeah, it looks beautiful.
00:12:10Fresh out of the oven.
00:12:11I'm volunteering at a bake sale. Never a dull moment around here.
00:12:15Shall we start with the garage?
00:12:18Sure.
00:12:20Great. Right this way?
00:12:22Hmm.
00:12:31Yeah, it's, uh, could use a bit of a tidy.
00:12:45Sorry it's not more festive in here.
00:12:47I mean, with the move catching us off guard, we just weren't able to decorate as much as we usually do.
00:12:52Yeah, and we thought you'd probably want to stage it anyway, so why bother putting up Christmas decorations you might not like?
00:12:58Besides, we, uh, well, we don't really have the space right now.
00:13:03Uh, about that, are the plants staying?
00:13:06Oh, no. No, no, no, no, no. We're just storing them here for now.
00:13:09Okay.
00:13:10We'll have them out of the house soon.
00:13:11Yeah, Kelly grows them and then they go out into the community.
00:13:16Well, we donate them to hospitals, senior centers, schools, and the rest we sell at the Christmas fair.
00:13:23You operate the Mary Mistletoe booth.
00:13:26That's us.
00:13:28I just read about your booth in the newspaper. I can't wait to tell my niece she loves plants.
00:13:33I also heard that you two have a reputation.
00:13:36Well, since we started the booth 20 years ago, 13 couples who've had their first kiss under our mistletoe have gotten engaged.
00:13:43Wow.
00:13:44Well, I suppose that we focus so much on bringing joy to other people's homes that we've sort of overlooked our own.
00:13:52Well, Jeff and I are happy to take that on.
00:13:56If that's all right with you, we can get more decorations and make your home as festive as possible for the open house.
00:14:01Oh, that sounds great.
00:14:03Great.
00:14:04Bring on the tinsel.
00:14:06Agreed.
00:14:07Hey, why don't we kick things off with a little cider? I got a whole jug in the fridge.
00:14:10Oh, wonderful. I'm glad we're all on the same page.
00:14:14I'll get some more brownies.
00:14:21Well, all I'm saying is it would have been nice to discuss the strategy before implementing it.
00:14:25I just assumed you'd agree with me.
00:14:27Well, of course I do, but that's not the point. I mean, we're a team, right?
00:14:30I mean, if this is actually going to work, we need to work together, not just next to each other.
00:14:36Okay. I'm sorry, I am new to this. Let's just say that from now on we discuss everything before making any decisions.
00:14:44I think they might like these.
00:14:48I love that Kelly grows her own mistletoe. I know nothing about gardening.
00:14:53Yeah, she's a pro. Pretty famous botanist, apparently.
00:14:57How would you know that?
00:14:59I'm a very research-oriented guy. Maybe that's why I've won Realtor of the Year so many times in a row.
00:15:05Yeah, and probably why your house would take so long to sell.
00:15:08Well, what can I say? Perfection is worth waiting for.
00:15:15Well, what about this for the cushion?
00:15:25The couch.
00:15:27The couch.
00:15:29Okay.
00:15:32What about this for the armchair?
00:15:40For the armchair.
00:15:42I can see this whole discussing every option is just really working in my favor.
00:15:46Okay. Make me a case for the blanket.
00:15:52Okay.
00:15:57It's fun. It complements the style of the house, but adds a little bit of character.
00:16:03It's the tiny things like this that really help a buyer just truly picture this as their own home.
00:16:09Goes a long way.
00:16:12Okay, sure. But while you're focusing on one buyer, I'm focusing on as many as possible.
00:16:19I don't want just anyone to picture this place as their home. I want everyone to.
00:16:26Which means, sadly, that character is a liability.
00:16:33Well, that's a bleak outlook.
00:16:35It's a numbers game.
00:16:37Well, fair enough. But I know the neighborhood, and I know the type of people that typically buy there.
00:16:43I just think a strategy that also takes us into consideration will benefit us.
00:16:47It... they kind of look nice together.
00:16:53How difficult was that to admit?
00:16:54I'm going to lose sleep over it.
00:16:56Yeah.
00:16:59Okay, well, the indoor decor is taken care of. Next up, outdoor.
00:17:04Yeah, sounds good. Just these, please.
00:17:06I figured I'll handle the marketing, outreach, getting people to the open house.
00:17:11Yeah, that works.
00:17:13Oh, scratch that. I totally forgot. I've got a parent-teacher conference in like an hour.
00:17:20Oh, I had no idea you had kids.
00:17:24Well, I don't. My niece is staying with me. She got a scholarship to Fernwood Science Academy.
00:17:30She transferred at the beginning of the school year.
00:17:33Well, why don't you go to the school, and I'll finish up here?
00:17:37Are you sure?
00:17:39Yeah, of course. Can't be every once. I mean, there's got to be some upside to this partnership, right?
00:17:47Right.
00:17:49Okay.
00:17:54Of course. Now, get out of here.
00:17:57Okay, thanks.
00:18:03Hey, Benjamin!
00:18:05Eva! What can I get you today?
00:18:09I'm actually picking up some wreaths. They should be under Jeff Morgan. He placed the order yesterday.
00:18:14Hey, this is one of my clients.
00:18:16Dr. Greer?
00:18:18Known her for years. Been growing mistletoe on the trees in my back lot for two decades now.
00:18:24She does classes here?
00:18:26Once a month. When she's not off doing botany research, she teaches accessible gardening crafts here.
00:18:33I'll be sad to see her go.
00:18:36Sorry, didn't mean to ramble.
00:18:39You're here for some wreaths?
00:18:41Yes.
00:18:42Jeff Morgan.
00:18:44Here we go. A dozen Christmas wreaths, all bought and paid for.
00:18:50You're all set.
00:18:52Is the box big enough for you?
00:18:55Yes.
00:18:57You want some help out to the car?
00:18:59I'm okay, Benjamin, but thank you so much.
00:19:01You're welcome.
00:19:03Merry Christmas.
00:19:05Merry Christmas.
00:19:13Merry Christmas.
00:19:24Good morning.
00:19:26Oh, you've this chipper outside the office too?
00:19:29Magic of coffee. I got you one, by the way.
00:19:33Oh, you are a Christmas angel.
00:19:37Ready to Christmas this place up?
00:19:40I thought you'd never ask.
00:19:42All right. Let's get to work.
00:19:54Spoon.
00:19:56Here you are. This can go here.
00:20:11No. No. Hold on. Hold on.
00:20:14Just let me see it.
00:20:16No, I got here first.
00:20:18I know. We'll just give it a moment.
00:20:22Ready for the final touch?
00:20:24Yeah.
00:20:27Huh.
00:20:29Nice work.
00:20:33You're welcome.
00:20:35You're welcome.
00:20:37You're welcome.
00:20:39Nice work.
00:20:59Hey.
00:21:01Oh. Yeah. Yeah. There it is. Yeah.
00:21:05Yeah.
00:21:07Okay. So, you, um...
00:21:10Well, to be honest, I don't really know what I'm looking at here.
00:21:15You know, every time my power goes out, I just call Mitch.
00:21:18Having a contractor as a friend, you know, it's... I take advantage of it.
00:21:23It's a bonus.
00:21:25Right. Until you have to fix something on your own.
00:21:28You know, you're not always going to have someone to help you. So...
00:21:30So...
00:21:33You do plumbing too?
00:21:36A little.
00:21:38Impressive.
00:21:40Thanks.
00:21:42I feel like we're missing something in the living room.
00:21:46I feel like we should honor the queers and put their mistletoe front and center. What do you think?
00:21:50Yeah. That's great. I'll scrap the ladder.
00:21:54Cool.
00:22:00Thanks.
00:22:06It looks beautiful.
00:22:08I will say it does add a lot of character.
00:22:11You in the mood for some more cider?
00:22:14Well, the queers said to have as much as we want, so I think we should just make it the admission, don't you?
00:22:18Yeah. I'll go heat it up.
00:22:26You ever partnered with someone before?
00:22:28A few times. Never really worked out. I was... didn't really see eye to eye most of the time.
00:22:34You ever wanted to try the magic mistletoe?
00:22:37You think I'd leave something as big as marriage up to chance? What about you?
00:22:42It does seem like an efficient way to meet someone.
00:22:47But no, I'm too busy selling condos to make any time for all of that.
00:22:54What about before real estate? I mean, you've only been doing it a couple years and no time for romance even back then.
00:23:02Oh, that was even worse. I didn't have a spare minute in the day.
00:23:06I was living in New York, splitting my time between writing ad copy and working on my book.
00:23:11What, you wrote a book? That's amazing.
00:23:15It's just sitting unpublished in a drawer in my kitchen.
00:23:19What's it about?
00:23:20It's a mystery. Set at Christmas. It's called... Probable Clause.
00:23:29Oh, that's amazing. Why would you be embarrassed about that?
00:23:35Because I've spent years writing a 400 page manuscript and mapping out a five book series only to be rejected by every publisher I sent it to.
00:23:45I didn't have a life for years. I've got nothing to show for it.
00:23:52Besides a finished book?
00:23:57I guess that's something.
00:24:03Bonnie's trying to convince me to write again. She won't let it go.
00:24:07She won't let it go. She bought me this journal to write ideas down.
00:24:16Well, hey, I know it's none of my business, but I think she's right.
00:24:23I'll make you a deal. You start writing ideas down in that that have nothing to do with work.
00:24:29And I'll... I'll think about trying the mistletoe at the Christmas sphere.
00:24:37I'll think about it.
00:24:42Is there anyone you would want to buy the mistletoe for?
00:24:53No, I haven't had that much luck in that department. I haven't seriously tried dating for a few years.
00:25:04Keeping yourself busy too, huh?
00:25:07Let's just say my heart's sitting in a drawer and leave it at that.
00:25:13I get it.
00:25:15I'm gonna get a refill. Do you want one?
00:25:19No, I'm okay. Thanks.
00:25:37Okay.
00:25:59Okay.
00:26:08Hey, what are you doing?
00:26:11Just... work.
00:26:14Do you feel like gingerbread cookies and a Christmas movie? Because I do.
00:26:20Um, yes. That sounds like the perfect study break.
00:26:24Alright.
00:26:38Okay.
00:26:52Triple shot peppermint oat milk latte. I... Sammy said you'd like that.
00:26:59She's right. Thanks.
00:27:04I didn't know you could draw.
00:27:05Yeah, it's a hobby of mine.
00:27:07When I got into real estate, I started to sketch houses during those long open homes.
00:27:12And, well, I got the idea I could gift it to clients after their house sold.
00:27:17That's incredible.
00:27:19It's not that difficult. I can show you sometime.
00:27:22Actually, can you go stand next to that sign?
00:27:27Okay.
00:27:35Is here okay?
00:27:37It's perfect.
00:27:48How long do I have to stand here for?
00:27:50Yeah, I'm almost done.
00:28:01Hey!
00:28:02Aren't you going to show me your work of art?
00:28:05Well, it's hardly a work of art. It's just a doodle.
00:28:09Are you self-conscious?
00:28:11It's very funny.
00:28:13It's just a feeling I didn't think you were capable of.
00:28:15What?
00:28:17Hey, Mitch. How are we doing?
00:28:19Not too bad. Hi. Don't make houses like this anymore.
00:28:22Oh, it could be yours for the right price.
00:28:24No, thanks. A house like this would be nothing but work.
00:28:27Shoveling in the winter, mowing in the summer. Not quite the hassle-free home I'm looking for.
00:28:32When the right house comes along, you think too long on it and then it's off the market.
00:28:37Okay. I'm going to get out of here before you start quoting me mortgage rates.
00:28:41See you later.
00:28:43Bye, Mitch.
00:28:45See ya.
00:28:47Shall we?
00:28:49Sure.
00:28:55Well, we're all done. The open house is ready to go for Sunday.
00:28:59Wow. Thank you both.
00:29:00Looks like it's time for a well-deserved break.
00:29:02Why don't you check out some of the festivities at the Christmas fair?
00:29:06Oh, I would love to. It's just I've got a little bit of work to do.
00:29:09Work? I thought you said you were finished.
00:29:11You've both done such a great job. Let's take a break. Live a little.
00:29:16Also, they have the best peppermint hot chocolate at the fair.
00:29:20Sold.
00:29:22You know, it might be nice to unwind after a long day's work.
00:29:25I guess we have no choice.
00:29:27Hey. Great.
00:29:48Hey.
00:29:50Hey. I wasn't sure if your text was a joke or not.
00:29:52Yeah, well, I figured a little Christmas spirit didn't hurt.
00:29:57Bonnie, this is Jeff, my partner at Walgrove. And Jeff, this is my niece, Bonnie.
00:30:02Hey.
00:30:04Nice to meet you.
00:30:06So, you must have wished for the listing, too.
00:30:08Uh...
00:30:10My aunt Eva, she made a wish that she'd get the 1838 listing.
00:30:13Oh. Did she now?
00:30:16I don't remember doing that, actually. No.
00:30:20Oh. So, what did you wish for?
00:30:24Tickets to Science Con.
00:30:26Cool. I know the headline of this year.
00:30:28Wait. You know Stephen Butler?
00:30:30Yeah.
00:30:32Who's Stephen Butler?
00:30:34Oh. He's a famous paleontologist that graduated from my high school.
00:30:36How do you know him?
00:30:38Well, his parents' property was the first place I ever sold. I mean, he was still a teenager.
00:30:42Okay. Aunt Eva, this is especially the coolest man in town.
00:30:45Yeah. That's true. And the funniest and the most handsome.
00:30:48Speaking of which...
00:30:50Really?
00:30:52Who's in the mood for the festive photo booth?
00:30:53Oh. Count me in.
00:30:55Yeah. You guys go. I'll watch.
00:30:57Uh...
00:30:59What?
00:31:01Where's your Christmas spirit?
00:31:03My Christmas spirit is not very photogenic.
00:31:06You're not supposed to be photogenic. That's the whole point.
00:31:09Well, I'm pretty sure I saw some former clients of mine, so I think I'm going to go say hi to them.
00:31:13And I will see you both in a few minutes.
00:31:15Whoa. Okay. You're not going to take it that easy.
00:31:17Okay? We're not here to meet clients or network.
00:31:20We are here to have fun.
00:31:21So, you're going to have to trust me.
00:31:24Let's go.
00:31:26All right. We're doing this.
00:31:28Come on.
00:31:30Okay.
00:31:32This is what we do. This is what we do on Christmas.
00:31:34Okay.
00:31:36Perfect.
00:31:40Okay.
00:31:42Okay.
00:31:44I think we're good.
00:31:51Okay.
00:31:57Oh, oh, oh.
00:31:59Holy George.
00:32:03Yes.
00:32:05Yes, yes, yes.
00:32:07Come on.
00:32:10So good.
00:32:12Hold on.
00:32:14Oh, my God.
00:32:16Ah.
00:32:18At this time.
00:32:19Oh, my God.
00:32:25Yeah.
00:32:27Well, shall we get some peppermint hot chocolate?
00:32:30We'd love to.
00:32:32Dr. Garrett did say it's the best.
00:32:34Oh.
00:32:37On the house.
00:32:39Thanks, Yolanda.
00:32:41Saw your photo shoot out there.
00:32:43You make a good team.
00:32:45Enjoy.
00:32:49Oh, yeah. They would love it.
00:32:51My sister and brother-in-law are coming in on the 23rd for a few days.
00:32:55If you don't have any plans, you're welcome to join us for Christmas.
00:32:59I'm sure he has plans.
00:33:02Yeah. Well, my brother's going on a cruise with his kids, so Mitch and I are going to watch football and basketball all day.
00:33:09Well, that's no way to spend Christmas. We have to have him over.
00:33:13No. It's, uh, it's okay.
00:33:16Maybe next time.
00:33:20Now, this actually is kind of fun.
00:33:23What?
00:33:25Well, see? Told you you could trust me.
00:33:28So, now do I get to read your novel?
00:33:33What?
00:33:35Eva, you should let him. It's really good.
00:33:38She has this whole series planned, and I'm dying to know what happens next if she would write them already.
00:33:43Okay.
00:33:45I will think about it.
00:33:48You know, it's getting very late.
00:33:51I happen to know a 16-year-old with a very, very important test tomorrow.
00:33:57So, I think we should go if that's okay.
00:34:02Yeah. No, hey, it's, uh, it's fine.
00:34:05Okay.
00:34:07Can you send me the pictures?
00:34:09Yeah, sure.
00:34:11Okay. Thanks.
00:34:14Alright.
00:34:15Alright.
00:34:19Let's go.
00:34:21Goodnight.
00:34:23Goodnight. Bye, Jeff.
00:34:45Jeff?
00:35:13Jeff, is that you?
00:35:15Yeah, he is.
00:35:17Looks like you put a lot of love into it.
00:35:19Would you stop?
00:35:29Okay, we've got keys for Deanwood Crescent, Bryn Drive, and Haywood Avenue.
00:35:35Three home inspections in one morning.
00:35:38Seems like you're really on a roll.
00:35:40Can't complain.
00:35:42Neither can I. When business is good for you, it is good for me.
00:35:44So, what do you think? Another Realtor of the Year award in your future?
00:35:48I haven't really thought about it. Just happy to be busy.
00:35:51Mm-hmm. And how are things on Walgrove?
00:35:55Great. Pretty confident it's going to sell.
00:35:57You know, that's not what I meant.
00:35:59Well, I don't know what you mean.
00:36:01I think you do.
00:36:02What do you mean?
00:36:03Fine, I'll spell it out.
00:36:04Okay.
00:36:05How are things with Eva?
00:36:07Well, it's, well, it's good. I mean, we're great business partners.
00:36:09Business partners. Even after the Christmas festival on Friday night.
00:36:13You can deny it all you want. That was a date, my friend.
00:36:17So, you have, um, you have fun.
00:36:20Well, it was, it was fun.
00:36:24It was fun. Well, I'm, I'm happy for you.
00:36:28I mean, you and Eva have been practically attached to the hip.
00:36:30I haven't seen you spend this much time with a woman since, since Laura, you know?
00:36:35Oh, it's because we have to work together. Let's not make this a big thing.
00:36:41Yep. Message received. Not a big thing. Not a big thing.
00:36:45But if it were a big thing, I just want you to know that I'm supportive, you know?
00:36:50I mean, not all of us are lucky enough to have a woman like Eva just kind of fall into our lives like that.
00:36:56Hey. Hey.
00:36:58Oh, uh, Eva.
00:36:59Hi, Mitch.
00:37:00It's Eva.
00:37:02Well, uh, I just saw your office light on. I was grabbing some stuff on the way home.
00:37:06Are you guys busy?
00:37:09No. No, no. I, I just came by to grab some, uh, some kidneys for inspections tomorrow morning.
00:37:14Oh.
00:37:19Well, I should head home and get to bed. Some sleep, you know?
00:37:24But it's like 8 p.m.
00:37:26Yes. Yes, it is. Uh, but, uh, you know, early to bed, early to rise.
00:37:29Oh.
00:37:31Have a good night.
00:37:32Okay. Well, good night.
00:37:34Mitch.
00:37:37Night.
00:37:39He's diligent.
00:37:43Yeah, he's committed to his job. Um.
00:37:48Wow. Not bad.
00:37:53Was that another one of your client's houses?
00:37:57Oh, no. It's actually the, the house I grew up in.
00:38:01My family and I, we used to decorate it like that every Christmas.
00:38:05Actually, that's the first picture I ever drew. I, I drew it straight from memory.
00:38:14What's up?
00:38:15Right. Um, well, I was thinking about the open house tomorrow.
00:38:20And I, I'd love to do something special.
00:38:23Well, like a more personal touch.
00:38:26You know, when people walk in, it just feels like home.
00:38:29What about like a hand-drawn welcome sign?
00:38:35Like a homemade drawing of a house just next to the sign-in sheet.
00:38:39Yeah. Yeah. That's, I think that's great. Do you think you can do that?
00:38:43Sure.
00:38:44Great.
00:38:45Well, I, I think we could do that.
00:38:51You're funny. I don't draw.
00:38:53Nonsense. I, I can show you how.
00:38:57Okay.
00:39:04Well, I told you to get the hang of it.
00:39:07You did most of it.
00:39:09I did do the letters, though.
00:39:11Different strengths make a great team.
00:39:15Yeah, I, I agree.
00:39:17My sister and I used to do arts and crafts.
00:39:21First day of Christmas break when we were kids.
00:39:23Where does she live?
00:39:25She's in Seattle.
00:39:27Oh, is that where you grew up?
00:39:30Yeah. But I wanted to move to New York and become the next Agatha Christie.
00:39:35I love Agatha Christie.
00:39:37Bet I'd love your book, too.
00:39:42It's hard to share something.
00:39:44It's hard to share something that has been rejected so many times.
00:39:53Just, it's a lot of hard work for something that will never see the light of day.
00:40:00Well, you know, I, I don't sell my drawings.
00:40:05But I still think it's worthwhile doing them.
00:40:09It's the process that's fulfilling enough.
00:40:11So I should be writing even if nobody's reading?
00:40:16Aren't you somebody?
00:40:19Write for you.
00:40:21And me. I'll be your reader.
00:40:37Well, thank you so much for coming.
00:40:41Please, head through to the kitchen.
00:40:49Thank you so much. Thanks.
00:40:56The land use controls and regulations section is still really tripping me up, but if I get to sell houses like this one day, it'll all be worth it.
00:41:04Yeah, it will be.
00:41:07So, seems to be going well with Jeff.
00:41:10Oh, yeah. Surprisingly.
00:41:15I know at first he was a lot to deal with, but I think I'm just warming up to him.
00:41:24It's also nice to have a partner. It gets really exhausting doing everything on your own.
00:41:30Probably doesn't hurt that he's also really attractive.
00:41:35I knew it.
00:41:36You like him? I don't—
00:41:39I don't like him. I'm just not denying that he's attractive.
00:41:46Okay, but how does he make you feel? Seriously.
00:41:54I don't know. Just calm. Like I can slow down and be myself.
00:42:06It's like a sweet, fuzzy little blanket.
00:42:10Oh, hey.
00:42:12Hey, I'm the most crowded open house I've ever seen.
00:42:16Hey, I'm getting some traction with that couple over there. I just want to get your take on it.
00:42:20What do you think? Tag team?
00:42:23Yeah.
00:42:25Okay.
00:42:29This is great.
00:42:31It's amazing.
00:42:37It's a fantastic offer from a nice couple. And they're motivated to close quickly.
00:42:42We gave you quite the challenge and it looks like you pulled it off.
00:42:46Well done.
00:42:48It was a team effort.
00:42:50So, are you ready to move forward?
00:42:53If you both think that this is the right move, then we trust you.
00:42:59Is everything alright, Jack?
00:43:02Yeah. Well, no. I don't think you should accept this offer.
00:43:09You don't?
00:43:11I think there's a better one out there and if we wait it will arrive before Christmas.
00:43:16Honestly, I think you should reject this one.
00:43:20Oh.
00:43:29Okay, you guys.
00:43:33Appreciate your honesty.
00:43:35We have a lot to discuss.
00:43:37I wish you had talked about it with me before just blurting that out in front of our clients.
00:43:43I thought we agreed this was a good deal.
00:43:45I know, and I'm sorry, but after sleeping on it, I just didn't want them to accept an offer they would regret.
00:43:51It's good, but I think there's a better one. We just have to wait.
00:43:55Look, trust me.
00:43:56I appreciate that you have more experience than me, but the Greer's brought me in on this because I move fast.
00:44:03We're supposed to be equal partners here, and I guess you just don't see me that way.
00:44:07Carrie, can you please let the leasing office know that I'll be in Palmer Estates as soon as possible?
00:44:13Yeah, sure.
00:44:15Great, thank you.
00:44:17Sounds consoled out.
00:44:19Stay just keeps getting better.
00:44:21Ah.
00:44:24Did I screw up?
00:44:26This might be bad timing, but secret sent.
00:44:34It's great working with you two.
00:44:38Merry Christmas.
00:44:40Okay, bye.
00:44:44A triple shot peppermint oat milk latte.
00:44:47Oat milk latte.
00:44:50Is it okay if we talk for a minute?
00:44:54Sure.
00:44:56Still upset with me?
00:44:58This helps.
00:45:01Well, does this help too?
00:45:07Science Con? These are sold out.
00:45:11Well, I told you, the headliner and I go way back.
00:45:15They came in last night.
00:45:18That's really nice of you.
00:45:20I'm happy to help.
00:45:24Hey, I'm really sorry about yesterday. I should have discussed it with you first.
00:45:30The reason I reacted, can I sit?
00:45:33Yeah, of course.
00:45:36You remember when you asked if I had taken a girl to the Greer's mistletoe booth when I was growing up?
00:45:44Well, five years ago, the girl I was seeing, Laura.
00:45:55Well, we had only been together a year and I was crazy about her.
00:46:04I had heard about the mistletoe and I bought some and hung it up and we kissed under it.
00:46:15Yeah.
00:46:18Later that night, I proposed.
00:46:23Oh, no.
00:46:25Yeah, she did not feel the same way, it turns out.
00:46:34After she left, I decided I was never going to put myself out there unless it was a sure thing.
00:46:42I think some of that hesitation spilled into my work at some point and that's, that's why I'm sorry.
00:46:52I, that colored my decision and I just, well, instead of talking to you about it, I just blew the whole thing up.
00:47:03It's okay.
00:47:06I appreciate you telling me.
00:47:08Well, you deserve an explanation. I just, you're really great at this and I, well, we're a team.
00:47:16I think we can find a happy middle ground for the house.
00:47:21Yeah, we need to canvas a little. Find some potential buyers.
00:47:26And I think I might have the perfect place.
00:47:30At the open house, there was this paint and plant thing that we could go to.
00:47:35I know as a bonus, it might be fun to spend the evening together.
00:47:42What do you say?
00:47:46I say I'll meet you there.
00:48:06Hey.
00:48:08Hey.
00:48:10You look nice.
00:48:12Thanks, you too.
00:48:15Let me get you a jacket.
00:48:17Oh, sure.
00:48:20Thanks.
00:48:23You gotta wear one of these.
00:48:25Oh, I have to?
00:48:27Yeah.
00:48:28Are you going to wear one?
00:48:30Yeah.
00:48:31Oh, I have to?
00:48:33Yeah.
00:48:34Are you going to wear one?
00:48:35Sure am.
00:48:36Okay.
00:48:37I'll get that for you.
00:48:39Thanks.
00:48:43Welcome, everyone, to our December paint and plant.
00:48:49Tonight we will be focused on the North Pole, home to Santa Claus, and to over 1,000 plant species.
00:48:58Thanks.
00:49:00Okay.
00:49:01Okay, Mr. Artist, teach me your ways.
00:49:03Yeah.
00:49:04So, I want one of these.
00:49:07That's the one I want?
00:49:08Mm-hmm.
00:49:09Small.
00:49:10That's perfect.
00:49:11Well, what are you going to be painting?
00:49:13I'm not telling.
00:49:15Here we go.
00:49:18Watch me do it.
00:49:19Okay.
00:49:22Put it, yeah.
00:49:29Hmm.
00:49:32Don't watch me do it.
00:49:34Okay.
00:49:36Thank you both for coming.
00:49:38Oh, absolutely.
00:49:40These workshops are a little more Martha Stewart.
00:49:43Do you want to see where the real botany happens?
00:49:45Yeah.
00:49:46Yeah.
00:49:47Sure.
00:49:55This is where I grow my mistletoe.
00:49:57This year's batch is already packaged in ribbons and ready for sale.
00:50:01For the last time at the Christmas fair, I won't really miss this tradition.
00:50:07I'd really love to bring my niece here.
00:50:09She liked the botany unit our class just finished.
00:50:11Oh, well, you should.
00:50:12Benjamin's always looking for bright young minds to volunteer.
00:50:16I should probably get back to the others, but please stay as long as you'd like.
00:50:20Thank you, Dr. Green.
00:50:22Will I be seeing you at the Christmas fair tomorrow for the tree lighting ceremony?
00:50:26I will be there.
00:50:28Uh, me too.
00:50:30I can't let my partner go alone.
00:50:33Wonderful.
00:50:35I will see you then.
00:50:36Okay.
00:50:40That was fun.
00:50:42Yeah.
00:50:44It was.
00:50:45I don't know if you have plans later, but Bonnie and I are in the middle of a Christmas movie marathon.
00:50:53If you'd want to join.
00:50:56That's an invitation I can't say no to.
00:51:04Hello.
00:51:05Hi.
00:51:06Hey.
00:51:07Hi.
00:51:09Let me get that for you.
00:51:10Oh, thanks.
00:51:11Wow, the paint plant must have been a real hoot.
00:51:15You would have loved it.
00:51:19Yeah, it was a shame you couldn't come.
00:51:21That's alright, I do have a bunch of plans here anyway.
00:51:25Although, I am ready for a study break. Are you staying for movie night?
00:51:29Well, I was hoping if that's okay with you.
00:51:33I love it.
00:51:36Oh, one sec.
00:51:38Happy early Christmas.
00:51:42I'm gonna put this here.
00:51:43Um, and Jeff, I actually, I got you something too.
00:51:50I know you've been asking.
00:51:52And, you know, we're probably not gonna see each other on Christmas.
00:51:56And I wanted to give you my book.
00:52:00Now.
00:52:01Oh, uh, no, that's okay.
00:52:03I can wait until after the holidays.
00:52:05Hey, if I don't do it now, I'm never going to.
00:52:07So, I...
00:52:10Oh, Bonnie.
00:52:12Oh, Bonnie, did you move my book?
00:52:14Yeah, yeah, I, uh, I wanted to read it again since, you know, another one isn't...
00:52:20I'm sorry, I should have asked.
00:52:22No, it's fine, just...
00:52:24Tell me next time before I have a heart attack.
00:52:30Oh, why is there a receipt from Mount Laurel printing copy?
00:52:33Did you copy this?
00:52:34No.
00:52:35No, of course not.
00:52:36Of course not.
00:52:38Scan services 5980.
00:52:42Okay.
00:52:43I'm possibly did scan it.
00:52:47What's going on?
00:52:49Hey, look, don't, don't take it out on Bonnie, okay?
00:52:53I asked her to do it for me.
00:52:56But it's not what you think.
00:52:58What I think is you asked my niece to scan a copy of my book so she could secretly email you a copy.
00:53:06Well, yeah, technically that's true, but there's more to it.
00:53:11I don't really want to hear anything more.
00:53:16You know how I feel about this.
00:53:19And that might be silly to you, but sharing this is a really big deal to me.
00:53:24I'm not...
00:53:26I'm not really in the mood for a Christmas movie, so maybe you should...
00:53:31Maybe you should just leave.
00:53:41Marco, are you here?
00:53:44Yeah, just a second.
00:53:46What happened?
00:53:52Nancy, seeing you here.
00:53:54I see you're busy, I'll come back.
00:53:57No, I...
00:53:59Hey, wait a sec.
00:54:01Look, I know you're still upset with me, and I can understand, but I just want to apologize.
00:54:07I know it was a violation of your trust, and I'm sorry, I really am.
00:54:12Look, I just don't really have time for this right now.
00:54:17I'm kind of busy finding a buyer for our listing before the Christmas fair tonight.
00:54:21Yeah, I won't hold you up.
00:54:26I just think you should know I...
00:54:29I wasn't going to read your book.
00:54:31I promise.
00:54:33I wouldn't have read it without your permission.
00:54:38You want to know why I asked Bonnie to send it to me?
00:54:40I was working on your Christmas present.
00:54:43Your secret Santa present.
00:54:45That's kind of why I was here.
00:54:49I was doing a test run.
00:54:51Why don't you go to the mystery section and just see if anything jumps out at you.
00:55:11Wait, how did you...
00:55:13Oh, Marco pulled an all-nighter and crimped and binded and got it done in time.
00:55:21Go ahead, pick it up.
00:55:31Did you do this?
00:55:32Well, you know, that means I get a cut of the royalties.
00:55:36Oh.
00:55:38I know it's only self-published, but I thought you might like to feel what it's like to have your own book up on the shelf.
00:55:50Jeff, this is amazing.
00:55:52Thank you so much.
00:55:55I'm glad you like it.
00:55:57I'll...
00:55:59I'll leave you to it.
00:56:00And I understand if you want some space at the Greer's as well.
00:56:08Jeff.
00:56:14I'll see you at the Christmas fair tonight.
00:56:19I wouldn't miss it.
00:56:20I wouldn't miss it.
00:56:36No, it's seriously the most romantic thing that I've ever heard.
00:56:40But I'm... I'm sorry that it took a little secrecy on the part.
00:56:44Hey, it's okay. Your heart was in the right place.
00:56:47I can't tell you how amazing it felt to see my book in a store.
00:56:53Honestly, it...
00:56:55It was magical.
00:56:58Well, speaking of magical, I'm looking forward to this tree lighting.
00:57:02Yeah.
00:57:03Do you think Jeff's gonna show up?
00:57:05Well, he seemed up for it when I talked to him.
00:57:10I don't know, you know.
00:57:11First, I killed the deal, and then the whole book thing.
00:57:14That's...
00:57:15Honestly, I don't even know why she invited me.
00:57:18Well, it sounds like she's forgiven you for the book thing.
00:57:20And hey, it's a public event. It's not like she can ban you from attending.
00:57:24Oh, yeah, great. That, you know, that makes it a lot easier.
00:57:27I'm sorry.
00:57:29Hey, you're here. I have to admit, I'm a little surprised.
00:57:33Yeah.
00:57:34Has been five years.
00:57:37No, Jeff, I'm not talking about the whole Laura fiasco, okay?
00:57:39I'm talking about Eva.
00:57:41Usually when things aren't perfect, you kind of have a tendency to cut and run.
00:57:45That's all I'm saying.
00:57:46It's strictly business, okay?
00:57:48I have no delusion she's interested in me beyond that.
00:57:52Okay, so you are clueless when it comes to women.
00:57:55Oh, yeah, great.
00:57:56Diagnosed.
00:57:57This thing is way bigger than I thought it was, so I brought extra forks.
00:58:00What'd I miss?
00:58:01Nothing, just talking about how clueless Jeff is.
00:58:03Oh, I love that topic.
00:58:05This is great.
00:58:06We're gonna need more funnel cake.
00:58:09Good evening, everyone.
00:58:12By the power vested in me by the Mountain Laurel Chamber of Commerce,
00:58:17I'd like to welcome you to the annual Mountain Laurel tree lighting ceremony.
00:58:28Three, two, one.
00:58:39Woo!
00:58:47I now declare this year's Christmas fair officially open!
00:58:53Woo!
00:59:04Go say hi.
00:59:05Yeah.
00:59:06Look, I hereby release you from being my plus one for the rest of the night.
00:59:11Go.
00:59:21We had our first kiss under your mistletoe last Christmas, and Zach popped the question last night.
00:59:26Oh, congratulations. We are thrilled for you.
00:59:29Oh, we wish you all the best.
00:59:31Lucky number 14?
00:59:33Thank you for your part in making this happen.
00:59:35I'm so glad I benefited from your mistletoe before you left town.
00:59:38Call me if you need any tips on wedding flowers.
00:59:41I will.
00:59:42Hey.
00:59:43Oh, Eva.
00:59:44Look.
00:59:45Congratulations.
00:59:47A homeowner and a fiancee all in one month.
00:59:51Best Christmas ever.
00:59:53That's amazing.
00:59:54That's great.
00:59:55I'll see ya.
00:59:56Uh, Dr. Greer, I would love to introduce you to my niece, Bonnie.
01:00:00Hi, it's an honor to meet you.
01:00:02Pleasure to meet you as well.
01:00:04Bonnie's a junior at Fernwood Science Academy.
01:00:07Oh, that's a wonderful school.
01:00:09What's your favorite subject?
01:00:11Well, it was marine biology, but I love the unit we just did on plant biology, so now I'm not sure.
01:00:18Well, I'm biased, but plant biology is a terrific field.
01:00:25I will be right back.
01:00:28Keep talking, please.
01:00:30It's beautiful what you guys have.
01:00:32Oh, thank you.
01:00:38Hey.
01:00:39Hey.
01:00:40How does it feel to be back?
01:00:42Not as bad as I thought.
01:00:44Just, uh...
01:00:48It's nice not being here alone.
01:00:52It is.
01:00:53I'm sorry.
01:00:55Honey?
01:00:56What's wrong?
01:00:59Sorry, I'm just... I'm just so happy for you, Landa.
01:01:02And then I started to think about all the other couples we've helped and how much joy it fills me with, and...
01:01:10Well, part of me is so relieved that we turned down the offer because now I am not certain that I want to go.
01:01:18What are you saying? You don't want to sell the house?
01:01:23I'm so sorry.
01:01:24I know how much work you've all put in, but this booth has been spreading Christmas cheer and bringing couples together for over two decades.
01:01:35What about next year? Whose hearts are we keeping apart if we move?
01:01:38It just doesn't... It doesn't feel right.
01:01:41Hey, hey, hey.
01:01:42Look, whatever you want to do, I support it.
01:01:46It's just a big leap of faith.
01:01:49What if it's not the right decision?
01:01:51I love this tradition so much. I just can't let it wilt and die.
01:02:00Jeff, Eva, thank you for all your hard work, but, um, looks like we're staying put.
01:02:14Well, I guess that's it.
01:02:17Well, if they don't want to sell, that's their right.
01:02:23Pretty big decision. Can't just rush into it.
01:02:31Yeah, but I think she just got cold feet.
01:02:34Clinging to what you know is much easier than starting a new chapter.
01:02:47Spoken like a true writer.
01:02:51But at least we'll get to go back and work by ourselves again, like we used to.
01:02:57Yeah, that's true.
01:03:02I know we had a couple bumps along the way, but I really did enjoy working with you.
01:03:10Yeah, it was nice having someone push me outside my comfort zone.
01:03:23I just hope the Greers aren't giving up on a great opportunity just because they're afraid of moving forward.
01:03:31Well, we could talk to them. See if they feel like they've made the right decision.
01:03:39I mean, at the end of the day, we've got to do what's best for the client.
01:03:43If they did change their mind, do you think we could still find a new buyer in time?
01:03:49I think if we tackle it together, anything's possible.
01:04:01Do you think Jeff's going to be able to find a new buyer?
01:04:03He has to. Of course, none of it's going to matter if the Greers are seriously wanting to stay.
01:04:10I mean, with Jeff tackling the buyer, maybe we'll have another chance to talk to the Greers.
01:04:14I'm sure you guys will figure it out.
01:04:16I hope so. Jeff's been great.
01:04:19Yeah, you guys are a real power couple.
01:04:24Excuse me?
01:04:25I mean, you know what? I get Dr. Greer's hesitation, though. She's spent years growing this, nurturing it.
01:04:32It's hard to walk away from all the hard work.
01:04:35What?
01:04:37I have an idea.
01:04:39Do you want to go on a little road trip?
01:04:42Sure.
01:04:52Hey.
01:04:53Hey.
01:04:55Eva, Bonnie, what are you doing here?
01:04:57I actually wanted to talk to you about the house.
01:04:59I know, I made a real mess of things.
01:05:02No, I completely understand it's a huge decision to make, and whatever you decide, I completely support you.
01:05:08But I was thinking if the only thing that's making you feel hesitant is leaving your mistletoe behind, then I think I might have a proposition for you.
01:05:16What if Bonnie takes over growing your mistletoe?
01:05:18She is a certified genius. She loves plants, as you know.
01:05:22And I know you're looking for a senior project.
01:05:25I think growing a forest full of mistletoe qualifies, don't you?
01:05:29Um, yes. It would be awesome.
01:05:31And the mistletoe will bloom.
01:05:34And so will Christmas romance in Mountain World.
01:05:38So what do you think?
01:05:40You really up for this?
01:05:42I really am.
01:05:43I would need to check in with you virtually every month, and I would want to come back next year to sell it with you in the booth.
01:05:50Deal?
01:05:52Deal.
01:05:54Well, grab a seat. It's time for Mistletoe 101.
01:05:59Of course, go learn.
01:06:02So now you have to find another buyer right away.
01:06:05I don't know, working quickly is kind of Eva's thing.
01:06:07Yeah, it is, but hey, thanks for the encouragement.
01:06:11It's what I'm here for.
01:06:13So, you two are back on good terms?
01:06:15Yeah, it seems so. I had a pit in my stomach when I thought she was upset with me.
01:06:21But there was something that Dr. Greer said last night that's been nagging at me.
01:06:26Her hesitation to sell her house, I mean, how does she know that's the right move?
01:06:32So what, are you saying you don't like her anymore?
01:06:34No, of course I like her. She's amazing. It's just, I've had these feelings before, and I don't know how that worked out.
01:06:42Yeah, yeah, it was a complete disaster, but that doesn't mean it's going to happen again.
01:06:47What was it Eva said last week?
01:06:50If you wait too long, the house of your dreams won't be on the market anymore?
01:06:56What are you saying, Eva's the woman of my dreams?
01:06:59I don't know, but wouldn't you like the chance to find out?
01:07:01I mean, it might not be perfect, but perfect is boring.
01:07:05Every relationship has its issues. You can either avoid that for the rest of your life,
01:07:11or tackle them head on and try to build something beautiful.
01:07:20I know it's a lot, but if you were half as dedicated as your aunt, there would be no problem.
01:07:25But if you were half as dedicated as your aunt, there would be no problem.
01:07:29Well, your mistletoe is in good hands.
01:07:32Yesterday that would have caused me a lot of anxiety, but I know I won't be able to do this forever.
01:07:38Alright, I suppose I have no excuse other than my own trepidation not to take this next chapter.
01:07:47I'm ready to sell.
01:07:49Okay, that's so great, Kelly.
01:07:52Do you think you'll find someone in time?
01:07:55Absolutely. Jeff is looking at that right now, and I have no doubt that he's going to find the perfect person to buy your house.
01:08:01Okay, I better go call Frank. Excuse me.
01:08:06I love it here. I just... I look at these trees, this mistletoe, this whole nursery, and I just...
01:08:15I see photosynthesis in action, and the difference between male and female plants, and the water cycle.
01:08:22I see a setting for a new mystery.
01:08:27See? You should be writing.
01:08:31Carrie, what are you doing here?
01:08:33Well, I was calling you and calling you, but I saw your car when I was driving by, and I had to tell you in person.
01:08:37Is everything okay?
01:08:39Better than okay. I passed!
01:08:41Congratulations!
01:08:45Carrie, that's incredible.
01:08:47I couldn't have done it without you.
01:08:48Your flashcards and study guides, a career to aspire to.
01:08:52Who knows? Maybe in two years, I'll be the one selling a house by Christmas on the West End.
01:08:57Okay!
01:09:01Oh, it's the caterers for the Christmas party. One second.
01:09:04I spoke to Frank, and we will be ready as long as you and Jeff can work your magic.
01:09:08You can count on us.
01:09:10I'm sorry to interrupt, but we have a problem.
01:09:12The caterers thought the venue had ovens, which it doesn't, and all of their hot trays are being used for other parties.
01:09:18Do you have any ideas? Because if we don't come up with a solution fast, our Christmas party's not going to have any food.
01:09:24Actually, I have an idea.
01:09:27We could have the holiday party at our house.
01:09:30I mean, Eva and Jeff have already decorated beautifully, and Mountain Laurel Realty just helped us so much this Christmas.
01:09:37I would love to give something back.
01:09:38Really? I will call the vendors and change the delivery address.
01:09:42Okay. Thank you so much.
01:09:45Well, I better start closing up so that I can get back to the house.
01:09:49Sure, help me get some hands-on experience.
01:09:51Yes, I'd love to. Is that okay with that, Lisa?
01:09:54Oh, absolutely. I have to meet with Jeff anyway, so I'll see you later.
01:09:57Okay, sounds good.
01:10:04Five.
01:10:09Hey.
01:10:11Hey. How'd it go?
01:10:131838 Wall Grove is officially back on the market.
01:10:15Nice. I knew you could do it.
01:10:17How's it going over here?
01:10:19Well, better than I could imagine. I'm actually just writing up an offer for the Greers.
01:10:23What? How did you do that so quickly?
01:10:25Why don't you ask them yourself?
01:10:29Vic?
01:10:31I know, I know.
01:10:33Okay, I don't understand. I thought the house was just too much work for you.
01:10:36Yeah, you know, it probably will be, but Jeff gave me a pep talk earlier and it helped me see it as more of an opportunity.
01:10:43Every house is going to have its issues.
01:10:46So I can either avoid that for the rest of my life, or I can tackle them head-on and try to build something beautiful.
01:10:52That's very sweet.
01:10:55There was a problem with the Christmas party, so I was going to help carry, but if you want me to stay...
01:11:00No, it's fine.
01:11:01Once the Greers accept the offer, I'm just going to hunker down with Mitch and go through the closing paperwork.
01:11:06You sure?
01:11:08Absolutely.
01:11:10Okay.
01:11:12Congratulations, Mitch. That's so exciting. You're going to love your new home.
01:11:15Thank you. I'm sure I will. I'm just glad I had such a great team to help me plan a house.
01:11:23Um, okay.
01:11:25Well, then I will see you tonight?
01:11:29Yeah.
01:11:32Okay, bye.
01:11:34Bye.
01:11:44Okay, what do we think?
01:11:46Um, you look incredible. I'm sure Jeff's going to think so too.
01:11:51Maybe.
01:11:53He likes you. Just accept it.
01:11:58I just hope he likes my secret Santa gift.
01:11:59No, I'm sure he'll love it.
01:12:02It's so romantic that you two got each other.
01:12:05That's your Christmas wish at work.
01:12:07Excuse me, that's your Christmas wish.
01:12:11No, I'm just glad you're opening yourself up to this.
01:12:15He's a really good guy.
01:12:17Yeah.
01:12:30Hi.
01:12:32Hi.
01:12:37Merry Christmas.
01:12:39Merry Christmas.
01:12:41Hey, girl. You look so good.
01:12:43Wow, this place looks even better at night.
01:12:46Thanks for coming to help me set up. Teamwork makes the dream work.
01:12:49Yeah, I've been learning that lately.
01:12:52Well, what?
01:13:00Hey.
01:13:02You ladies look lovely.
01:13:04Thanks.
01:13:06Uh, I have to go make an announcement, but I'll catch up with you later.
01:13:11Okay, so is a congratulations in order or what?
01:13:15Oh, I don't know. I was thinking I could see a couple more houses.
01:13:19No, a couple of days and the paper will go through and it's officially Mitch's.
01:13:23Congratulations.
01:13:25Thank you. Very excited.
01:13:27Excuse me. Can I have everyone's attention, please?
01:13:30Thank you everyone so much for coming.
01:13:33And a huge thank you to Frank and Dr. Kelly Greer for so graciously opening their home to us.
01:13:38How about a round of applause?
01:13:43As the newest member of Mountain Laurel Realty, it is my pleasure to be announcing the award for Realtor of the Year.
01:13:51It was a close race and every realtor did an amazing job, but there can only be one winner.
01:13:59Well, normally.
01:14:01Because as luck would have it, we've had a tie for the most commissions this year.
01:14:07So everyone, please give it up for your Realtors of the Year, Eva Rogers and Jeff Morgan.
01:14:13Jeff Morgan.
01:14:20Thank you very much.
01:14:35See you next year.
01:14:40Congratulations. You did it.
01:14:43No, we did.
01:14:48Eva, working with you has been the highlight of my year.
01:14:56I can honestly say you've made me better, not just as a realtor.
01:15:08What do you say about teaming up more in the future?
01:15:13Well, depends. Do you mean as just a realtor?
01:15:20No. I want more than that.
01:15:29Yeah, I like that.
01:15:36I have something for you, but I have to grab it from Bonnie.
01:15:43Yeah, well, I could meet you outside in a few.
01:15:48Okay.
01:15:54Congratulations.
01:15:56Thanks.
01:15:59I can see my Christmas wish coming true right in front of my eyes. Maybe.
01:16:10Go get them.
01:16:13Okay.
01:16:33Is it just me, or does everything taste better in this mug?
01:16:37Oh, yeah. It's definitely a purse.
01:16:51Well, Merry Christmas, Jeff. From your secret Santa.
01:16:59Wow. Wow, you got me too. That's a Christmas miracle.
01:17:07Okay, you did this, didn't you?
01:17:09Okay, maybe I cheated a little, so we got each other.
01:17:14Well, I was inspired by the gift Bonnie gave me, and I hope you like it.
01:17:25Okay.
01:17:27Yeah. Dad.
01:17:33Oh, yes.
01:17:35Maybe it'll spark some ideas. My journal's been really good.