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00:00:00Okay, well, will you call them back and tell them that if they want staging for upstairs
00:00:06and downstairs, it's going to be a higher quote?
00:00:07Great.
00:00:08Yeah, I'm just grabbing coffee, and then I'll be right in.
00:00:09Thanks.
00:00:10Bye.
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00:00:13Usual?
00:00:14Yes.
00:00:15Two to that, please.
00:00:16Two lattes.
00:00:17These Christmas decorations are new.
00:00:18Yeah?
00:00:19New company policy.
00:00:20Oh.
00:00:21These garlands are beautiful.
00:00:22Super high quality.
00:00:23Do you know where you got them from?
00:00:24I don't.
00:00:26They were just in a box when I got to work.
00:00:27Beautiful.
00:00:28They're really pretty.
00:00:29Yeah.
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00:00:31Sorry.
00:00:32Christmas decorating is a big part of my job.
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00:00:34I thought you were just unusually into garlands.
00:00:35That, too.
00:00:36Don't even get me started on how many different kinds of tinsel there is.
00:00:37Don't worry.
00:00:38I won't.
00:00:39Thanks for the coffee.
00:00:40Always.
00:00:41Have a jolly day.
00:00:42You, too.
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00:00:49It's looking great in here.
00:00:50Thanks.
00:00:51Here.
00:00:52I got this for you.
00:00:53Oh.
00:00:55King Roasters.
00:00:56It's my favorite.
00:00:57I know how daunting the first week at a new job can be, and I just want you to know you're
00:00:58doing a terrific job.
00:00:59Lots to learn, but really a lot to do.
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00:02:45Speaking of the boss...
00:02:48Huh.
00:02:59Oh good.
00:03:01You're looking over the projections for next quarter.
00:03:03Yes. Riveting stuff.
00:03:05Oh hey, here, try this blend I've been working on.
00:03:14I like it.
00:03:15I was thinking we could try it out at the Larimer store.
00:03:17That's actually what I wanted to talk to you about.
00:03:24Oh, good. More charts and graphs.
00:03:27As you know, we're on track to open up three more King Coffee Roasters in Colorado with the goal to expand out of state.
00:03:33Oh, I know. That's why I've been working 14-hour days non-stop for this past year.
00:03:38Well, in order to stay on track, we're going to have to be a little more selective with our bean supplier.
00:03:44As in something cheaper?
00:03:47If we want this franchise to grow, it's the only choice.
00:03:50Yeah, of course. I mean, the whole reason I started this company was to serve good quality coffee at a reasonable price.
00:03:56I know. And you have. And we can continue to. We just have to make some changes for the greater good.
00:04:01This is why you hired me, big brother.
00:04:04Oh, and apparently also to implement Christmas decorations in all our stores.
00:04:09Yes. Special project initiative. And so far, people are responding well to it.
00:04:13All right. I'll have a look at our supplier options.
00:04:18So how's unpacking going?
00:04:20It's going. I mean, of course, there's still boxes everywhere and hardly any furniture.
00:04:25You know, I thought this new house would help Maddie, but so far it's not working.
00:04:31Well, I didn't just move back here for this job. If you or Maddie ever need anything, I'm here.
00:04:36Thanks.
00:04:38King Roaster is in every state. That's the goal.
00:04:41Yep. That's the goal.
00:04:55No, no, no, no, no, no. We sent you the correct dates.
00:04:58Well, my assistant CCG. I'm looking at the email right now.
00:05:04Well, never in all my years have I witnessed this poorly handled of a situation.
00:05:09Oh, don't think I won't.
00:05:12Everything OK?
00:05:13The Della Art Gallery double booked us, so we no longer have a venue for our company Christmas party.
00:05:18That's terrible. Is that what you wanted to talk to me about?
00:05:22Oh, no, no, no. I wanted to talk to you about something much more upbeat.
00:05:28I am happy to announce that we are opening up a branch of Lexington staging in New York City.
00:05:33That's incredible. You've wanted that for so long.
00:05:36Indeed. Ever since I started the company.
00:05:39Now all that's left is finding the perfect person to put in charge.
00:05:45Laurie, you do amazing work. I mean, you're ambitious, you're dedicated.
00:05:50I think you would do wonders staging penthouses and luxury hotels.
00:05:54And that is why you are one of three senior level stages that I am considering promoting to director of our New York City branch.
00:06:04One of three?
00:06:05Yep. You know, I'm still reviewing portfolios and crunching numbers, but I wanted you to know you're in the running.
00:06:14Thank you so much.
00:06:16Mr. Lexington, I would love to help you find some place for our Christmas party.
00:06:23I have a few venues in mind.
00:06:26You know what I loved about the Della Gallery? It reminded me so much of my family's magical storybook home.
00:06:32You know, it just had that elegant but homey feel that's always so welcoming.
00:06:37I think we can find some place with the same feeling.
00:06:40This close to Christmas?
00:06:42Of course.
00:06:44Wow. That would be an incredible help.
00:06:47Listen, I will email you a list of all the things that we need, but if you can pull this off...
00:07:04Here you go, sir.
00:07:05This is going to be good. Thanks.
00:07:07Then just find a local wreath maker. There's got to be someone nearby.
00:07:10Okay.
00:07:13Oh, no. I am so sorry I did not see you there.
00:07:16It's fine. I wasn't looking where I was going.
00:07:18Here, please take this.
00:07:19Thanks.
00:07:20Waiter, may I get some club soda, please?
00:07:22Right away, sir.
00:07:23You carry a handkerchief with you?
00:07:25Yes, I do.
00:07:27Waiter, may I get some club soda, please?
00:07:28Right away, sir.
00:07:29You carry a handkerchief with you where you go?
00:07:32Well, yeah. You never know when you're going to dump your takeout all over someone, right?
00:07:37Right.
00:07:38Here you are.
00:07:40Thanks.
00:07:42Sorry about your suit.
00:07:43No, don't be. Soup's replaceable. I'm sorry about your shirt.
00:07:47Replaceable, too.
00:07:50Smells good.
00:07:51Oh, yeah. It's minestrone. My daughter's favorite. I highly recommend it.
00:07:55I'll keep that in mind.
00:07:57Oh, thank you. See? All good.
00:07:59Thanks.
00:08:02Yeah, of course. Well, enjoy your dinner.
00:08:04You, too.
00:08:12Hey.
00:08:13Hey.
00:08:14Hey.
00:08:19So, uh, what was that all about?
00:08:21Minersville.
00:08:22Minersville.
00:08:23Ah.
00:08:24He was cute.
00:08:25Oh, no. Is that why you brought me here to pry into my non-existent love life?
00:08:30Can't a friend just want to catch up with a friend who works way too much and needs to take more breaks?
00:08:35Which may include a date here or there.
00:08:38I knew it.
00:08:40I'm just happy to see you.
00:08:41Me, too.
00:08:42How are Dan and the kids?
00:08:43Great. And by great, I mean drive me crazy, but in a wonderful way.
00:08:49It must be nice to have a family to come home to.
00:08:51Could be you one day. But it would start with a date.
00:08:55Which would start with free time. Not all of us are superwoman with a great family and great career.
00:09:02Yeah, I'm pretty amazing.
00:09:04You are.
00:09:06Oh, uh, but what about that accountant? I think his name was Ted?
00:09:10Well, after canceling on him a couple times, we finally went out and all he talked about was bond yields.
00:09:17Those are important.
00:09:19The truth is, with everything going on and this potential promotion and stagings, it would take someone really special to sweep me away.
00:09:28Well, then cheers to someone really special, wherever he may be.
00:09:33It's your favorite, Maddie.
00:09:38Listen, I know we've been eating takeout night after night lately, but I've just been really busy at work.
00:09:43I'm sorry.
00:09:46How about this? After dinner, let's go to the movies.
00:09:51I'm not sure if that's a good idea.
00:09:53I don't think it's a good idea.
00:09:55I don't think it's a good idea.
00:09:57I don't think it's a good idea.
00:09:59Hey, how about this? After dinner, we play some good music and tackle those boxes.
00:10:06What about my parent-teacher conference?
00:10:09Right, of course. That is tonight.
00:10:13You forgot, didn't you?
00:10:15Nope, I just didn't remember in a timely manner.
00:10:20It's at 8 o'clock.
00:10:22Oh, it's only 7.30. I'll just call Aunt Nikki.
00:10:34Hey, Edward, what's going on?
00:10:35Hey, Nikki. How do you feel about coming over to watch your favorite niece tonight for me for about an hour?
00:10:41Oh, is it her parent-teacher conference tonight?
00:10:43Yes, parent-teacher conferences.
00:10:45You forgot, didn't you?
00:10:46No, I didn't.
00:10:47Of course. I'd love to spend time with Maddie tonight. I'll be right there.
00:10:50Okay, great. Thank you so much. See you soon.
00:10:53See? Aunt Nikki's on her way over.
00:11:03So, how's Maddie doing?
00:11:05Maddie's a wonderful student who goes out of her way to be kind to everyone.
00:11:08I'm happy to hear that.
00:11:10Well, I'm glad to hear that.
00:11:12Maddie's a wonderful student who goes out of her way to be kind to everyone.
00:11:15I'm happy to hear that.
00:11:17But I am worried about her. She's having a hard time participating in class activities.
00:11:23Yeah, I can see her being shy from time to time.
00:11:26Maybe, but I think it's a bit more than that.
00:11:29I recently assigned the class an essay on what the holidays meant to them, and Maddie didn't seem interested.
00:11:35Well, what children are actually interested in writing essays.
00:11:40True.
00:11:42She said it was because the holidays haven't been the same since her mom died, and she wouldn't know what to write.
00:11:51May I ask how long it's been?
00:11:53About three years.
00:11:55I'm so sorry for your loss.
00:11:57Yeah, I guess I have kind of dropped the ball about Christmas these past few years.
00:12:02It's hard to celebrate.
00:12:04I understand.
00:12:07And I know Maddie's had a tough time lately.
00:12:10We moved into a new home and really haven't had a chance to make it ours.
00:12:14Perhaps that's where you start.
00:12:16Check in with Maddie, see what she thinks might make the place feel more like home.
00:12:20I will. And I'll definitely try to make this a better Christmas.
00:12:25Maddie's a wonderful little girl.
00:12:27Two of you are lucky to have each other.
00:12:29We are.
00:12:37Your teacher said so many nice things about you.
00:12:40That's good.
00:12:45So, did you have fun with Aunt Nicky?
00:12:47Yeah, I'm glad she lives close by again.
00:12:49Yeah, me too.
00:12:56I'm sorry if things have been hard lately.
00:12:58I really am.
00:13:00I just want us to have a great Christmas, that's all.
00:13:03I just want us to have a great Christmas, that's all.
00:13:07Is there anything you really want for Christmas?
00:13:10A puppy?
00:13:12Okay, going big, huh?
00:13:14Anything that might not need body training?
00:13:20I wish our house looked like it did when we first bought it.
00:13:23It looked so cool.
00:13:25There was Christmas stuff everywhere.
00:13:28Oh, no, sweetie.
00:13:30Most houses are just staged like that for when they want to sell them.
00:13:33They don't actually come with all that Christmas decoration.
00:13:36It just helps them sell the home.
00:13:38I'll tell you what.
00:13:40I will do my best to get us some amazing Christmas decorations, okay?
00:13:43Okay.
00:13:45I love you.
00:13:46Love you, too.
00:13:47Goodnight.
00:14:01You don't have anything available?
00:14:03How about the atrium?
00:14:05You host parties there, right?
00:14:07Thanks.
00:14:11Any luck?
00:14:12No, any place nice enough to host the party is already booked.
00:14:15Why did I tell him I could do this?
00:14:17There's a man on line three.
00:14:19He's trying to track down the designer who staged the house you just bought.
00:14:22Why?
00:14:23I don't know.
00:14:24Can you take a message?
00:14:25I've got so many places to go check out.
00:14:27Of course.
00:14:29Hello?
00:14:30Yeah, she's not available.
00:14:31Can I take a message?
00:14:33Hmm?
00:14:35The country house on Cedar Place?
00:14:38Yeah, okay.
00:14:40I'll let her know.
00:14:41Thanks.
00:14:43What did he want?
00:14:44So he wants to hire the exact person who staged his house to come and recreate it.
00:14:48That's a first.
00:14:50The house on Cedar Place had these gorgeous high ceilings, hardwood floors.
00:14:57Elegant, homey feel.
00:15:00Can I get his info?
00:15:01Yeah, of course.
00:15:02Thanks.
00:15:03See you later.
00:15:04See ya.
00:15:14Perfect.
00:15:27Hi there.
00:15:28Hi.
00:15:29I like your boots.
00:15:30Thanks.
00:15:31I don't tell many people this, but I got them on the sales rep.
00:15:35Nice.
00:15:36Is Everett King home?
00:15:38Dad!
00:15:40He's in his office.
00:15:42Dad!
00:15:43Coming!
00:15:45Sorry about that.
00:15:46Oh!
00:15:47You're the soup guy.
00:15:50One of my many titles.
00:15:51How's the shirt?
00:15:52It's just fine.
00:15:54So you're not here to collect the dry cleaning bill, then?
00:15:57Nope.
00:15:58I'm Lori Townsend, from the staging company.
00:16:01From Lexington Staging?
00:16:02Yeah.
00:16:03Dad?
00:16:04Maddie, this is the woman I spilled our soup on the other night.
00:16:07Hi, I'm Maddie.
00:16:09It's nice to meet you, Maddie.
00:16:11Sorry my dad is a klutz.
00:16:14It actually inspired me to order the minestrone.
00:16:17Well, please, come on inside.
00:16:19Send all the decorations and furniture back.
00:16:21It would be impossible to recreate it.
00:16:24Oh.
00:16:25Or...
00:16:26Great!
00:16:27I'll make this place look better than you could ever imagine.
00:16:31Deal.
00:16:39Will you be able to find a big tree?
00:16:41The same as the one that was here?
00:16:43Yep, just need to order it.
00:16:44No problem.
00:16:46Oh, is this your wife?
00:16:47Yeah.
00:16:48My mom died three years ago.
00:16:50I'm sorry to hear that.
00:16:52She was really good at Christmas.
00:16:54Yeah, she sure was.
00:16:56Then let's honor her and make this as Christmassy as possible.
00:17:00Lori, would you like a cup of coffee?
00:17:02I'd love one.
00:17:04I remember using Currier and Ives as inspiration when I was staging the house.
00:17:09Currier and what?
00:17:11Currier and Ives.
00:17:12It was this old printmaking company that was inspired by Christmas imagery that was classic.
00:17:17Like horses pulling sleighs and snow-covered houses.
00:17:20Holly on the fireplace.
00:17:22Could we get horses pulling sleighs?
00:17:25I don't know about that, but we could probably get decorations that depict it.
00:17:31Oh, King Roaster's coffee. My favorite.
00:17:34That's Dad's company.
00:17:36No way, really?
00:17:37Every king, founder, and CEO.
00:17:39I go there every morning.
00:17:41The one at Larimer Square.
00:17:42You do?
00:17:43Yes, best lattes in town.
00:17:45That's our very first store. I've spent a lot of time there.
00:17:48I kind of miss that place.
00:17:49Now I'm stuck in an office doing nothing but making boring business decisions.
00:17:53Welcome to the corporate world.
00:17:55Oh, you know, I have a staging across town, but I'll start gathering stuff tomorrow and head to the Christmas warehouse.
00:18:01What's that?
00:18:02It's this big store that has lots of Christmas decorations that you can buy and rent.
00:18:07Can I come?
00:18:08Sweetie, you have school.
00:18:09After?
00:18:12If it's okay with your dad, I've never actually brought anyone there before.
00:18:16I have a meeting.
00:18:18That I can reschedule.
00:18:20Yay.
00:18:22I guess I'll see you guys tomorrow.
00:18:24Sounds good.
00:18:25Bye.
00:18:26Bye.
00:18:30I like her.
00:18:31Yeah, me too.
00:18:33Our house is going to look awesome.
00:18:42This is so cool.
00:18:44I wish we could live here.
00:18:48Well, thank you for letting us tag along.
00:18:50Hopefully we're not too much of a burden.
00:18:52No, it's really fun to see through new eyes.
00:18:54I'm always coming in such a rush and stressed out.
00:18:57But I forgot, this place is pretty cool.
00:19:00Dad, Lori, we have to get this.
00:19:03What?
00:19:04We have to get this.
00:19:05What?
00:19:06We have to get this.
00:19:07What?
00:19:08We have to get this.
00:19:09Lori, we have to get this.
00:19:14That would look great in your front foyer.
00:19:17Oh, and Dad, look.
00:19:19A dog bed.
00:19:21Do you guys have a dog?
00:19:22No, but Maddie really wants one.
00:19:25Oh, I see.
00:19:27Hey Maddie, why don't you take these stickers and put them on anything you see that you love for your house.
00:19:31I'm on it.
00:19:32Oh boy, she's really going to let the power go to her head now.
00:20:02Christmas is about to take flight.
00:20:07Ho, ho, ho.
00:20:09Let it snow.
00:20:11People get ready.
00:20:13Christmas is about to take flight.
00:20:19We want to pick out pieces that will go with the architecture of your house, but give it a modern feel.
00:20:23That way the decorations will really pop.
00:20:26Yeah, that's exactly what I was thinking.
00:20:28Have you always been a Christmas expert?
00:20:31I guess so.
00:20:32Christmas has always been my favorite holiday.
00:20:35My mom would go all out and decorate our house.
00:20:38Got pretty competitive on our block.
00:20:41I guess that's why I picked a career where I decorate for Christmas four months out of the year.
00:20:46I can only imagine what your own place must look like.
00:20:49Actually, it's lacking in the Christmas decor.
00:20:52I guess it's one of those things where when you do it as a career, you don't really do it for yourself.
00:20:59I haven't had a real Christmas in years.
00:21:02How about you?
00:21:04Are you a big Christmas fan?
00:21:07I was, but it's been hard to get in the spirit ever since my wife passed.
00:21:11I can only imagine.
00:21:13I want to be good at doing Christmas.
00:21:15You know, for Maddie.
00:21:16I want it to mean something again.
00:21:19That's really sweet.
00:21:24Guys, I'm out of stickers.
00:21:30That's the nutcracker I picked out.
00:21:43It is.
00:21:44I looked at everything you picked out and so much is going to go great with the classic Christmas theme.
00:21:49You even picked out stuff I would have never thought of.
00:21:52Thanks.
00:21:53It's looking amazing.
00:21:55There is something else.
00:21:57I didn't see it at the store, but I think we need it.
00:22:00What is it?
00:22:01A piano.
00:22:02Do you play?
00:22:03My dad does, or he did.
00:22:06He used to play all the time, especially around Christmas.
00:22:11But he stopped when my mom died.
00:22:14He didn't take it with us when we moved.
00:22:17You know what?
00:22:18I'll keep my eyes open for one.
00:22:21Hey, ladies.
00:22:23Hey.
00:22:24Wow, it's looking great in here.
00:22:26Look at that.
00:22:27We have a dining room table now.
00:22:28We can eat on it tonight when Aunt Nikki and Casey come over.
00:22:31Yeah, we sure can.
00:22:33And Lori can come.
00:22:35Oh, Maddie, I'm sure Lori has lots of other stuff to do.
00:22:39Do you?
00:22:41My night is unusually free.
00:22:44Then you've got to stay for dinner.
00:22:46Yeah, you've got to.
00:22:47I'd love to.
00:22:57It's all coming along nicely.
00:22:59I just hung up some more lights.
00:23:01It smells delicious in here.
00:23:03Just an old family recipe that my grandma used to make every Christmas.
00:23:06I'm not making any promises, though.
00:23:08It's been a while since I've made this.
00:23:10Well, the smell is on point.
00:23:12Anything I can do?
00:23:13No, please, just sit back and relax.
00:23:16I'm not very good at that.
00:23:18How about chopping?
00:23:19Yeah, sure, if you feel so inclined.
00:23:21Oh, I do.
00:23:23So, you like to cook?
00:23:24I don't really have much time, but I can chop.
00:23:27How about you?
00:23:29Oh, no, believe it or not, this is the first time I'm getting to use the oven.
00:23:32I've just been so busy lately.
00:23:34Well, King Roaster's Coffee must be going well.
00:23:36Yeah, I just hired my sister Nikki.
00:23:38You'll get to meet her tonight.
00:23:40She keeps me focused on the big picture stuff, very business-oriented.
00:23:44Sometimes I wish I could just make a customer a really good cup of coffee.
00:23:50I feel like I lost track of why I created King Roaster's Coffee in the first place,
00:23:55but, hey, I'm rambling on. I apologize.
00:23:58I totally understand.
00:24:00When I started staging, it was all about the love of it and the passion to make something feel like home.
00:24:04The higher I got up the ladder, the more it felt like a job.
00:24:08Yeah, if we could just forget about all that stuff and concentrate on what's important, right?
00:24:14Bringing joy to someone's day.
00:24:16Exactly.
00:24:22Hey, you know there's an easier way to chop those?
00:24:26Automatic slicer.
00:24:28No, it's all in the wrist.
00:24:31Like this?
00:24:33Yeah, sort of.
00:24:35Oh, wait, you got it.
00:24:39He did it all in an elf costume, and he ended up winning first prize anyway.
00:24:44Well, Maddie's finally in bed.
00:24:47Nikki was just telling great stories about you, Everett.
00:24:50Don't listen to anything she says.
00:24:52I am totally serious.
00:24:54Growing up, Everett insisted that the lyrics,
00:24:56Deck the halls with boughs of holly,
00:24:58were actually deck the halls with buddy holly.
00:25:01And it turned into him wearing horn-rimmed glasses when our school choir sang it.
00:25:05I don't know.
00:25:07Deck the halls with buddy holly.
00:25:09And it turned into him wearing horn-rimmed glasses when our school choir sang it.
00:25:13You love that story.
00:25:16Speaking of embarrassing stories,
00:25:18Nikki thought she was named after St. Nicholas,
00:25:21A.K.A. Santa Claus.
00:25:23Uh, she still thinks that.
00:25:25Ask mom. It's true.
00:25:28Okay, but in all seriousness, Everett, this dinner was delicious.
00:25:31I had no idea you could cook.
00:25:33Well, thank you. I felt inspired.
00:25:35Plus, we've had way too much takeout lately.
00:25:38And we have a special guest.
00:25:41Well, Lori, I'm glad my brother found you.
00:25:43The house is looking better than I've ever seen it.
00:25:45Thanks. It's just the beginning.
00:25:47I've got lots up my sleeve.
00:25:55Look how cute they are.
00:26:00This is the most I've seen you smile in a long time.
00:26:02Well, it was a fun night.
00:26:05Yeah, Lori's pretty great.
00:26:07Yeah, she is.
00:26:09It's not like that.
00:26:11She's here to stage the house
00:26:13and use the venue for a company party.
00:26:15It's all professional.
00:26:17Ah, yes. The classic
00:26:19here to stage the house and use the venue for a company party routine.
00:26:23That doesn't explain why she was here for hours,
00:26:25listening to me tell embarrassing stories about you.
00:26:27Whatever you're implying, I'm not ready for it.
00:26:31Okay, I know it's hard.
00:26:33But at some point, you have to open your heart to someone new again.
00:26:37You're using way too much soap.
00:26:39Okay, Mom.
00:27:04So, he owns all of the stores?
00:27:06Founder and CEO.
00:27:08Impressive.
00:27:10And he hired you to decorate his house?
00:27:13He hired me to re-stage his house.
00:27:16So, decorating.
00:27:18Well, you've talked about this a thousand times.
00:27:20Decorating's a big part of my job.
00:27:22I know.
00:27:24I know.
00:27:26I know.
00:27:28I know.
00:27:30I know.
00:27:32Decorating's a big part of my job.
00:27:34Well, I think it's great that you get to actually stage it
00:27:36with the people in mind
00:27:38instead of just some generic display.
00:27:40I never really thought about it that way.
00:27:42Yeah, the better I stage the house, the better the party will be.
00:27:46Hmm, so you think if Lexington comes to the party
00:27:48and sees what a great job you did staging it,
00:27:50he'll forget the other people
00:27:52and give you the promotion?
00:27:54That's the idea!
00:27:56And Maddy's bringing so much fun to it,
00:27:58things that I wouldn't think of.
00:28:00Everett's daughter. She's adorable. She's 10 years old and clearly an old soul.
00:28:07And Lexington doesn't mind? His company Christmas party is leaning more toward fun than classy?
00:28:13Maddie's bringing the fun and I think we really balance each other out.
00:28:19What?
00:28:21Nothing. I've just never seen you like this.
00:28:23Like what?
00:28:25Just lighter.
00:28:27That makes no sense.
00:28:29It does to me. I'm going to the office.
00:28:32Now that sounds more like Lori I know. I love you.
00:28:42You wanted to see me?
00:28:43Yes. Come on in. I want to know how the party's coming along.
00:28:47So far so good. It was a little late starting from scratch but I think it worked to our advantage.
00:28:53Did you see the new invites?
00:28:54I did and I saw you chose a private residence.
00:28:57Yeah. It's this beautiful chateau style home that has the same elegance that the Deller Art Gallery had.
00:29:05I think you're going to really love it.
00:29:07Great. Well you know I saw the invites were a lot more celebratory and fun than in years past.
00:29:11Yeah. There's a lot of joy in the staging while still keeping the classic Christmas feel.
00:29:17All right. This gives me hope.
00:29:19You know another reason why I chose the Deller Gallery was because of their enormous Christmas tree.
00:29:24You just walk in that place and you get hit with this authentic Rocky Mountain pine aroma.
00:29:30You think we could do something similar?
00:29:33A real Christmas tree. Of course.
00:29:37All right. I look forward to seeing how this all turned out.
00:29:40Me too. I mean I can't wait to show you.
00:29:44You know no one I can count on you for this Christmas party.
00:29:47It means a lot Lori.
00:29:50Hey. Everything OK?
00:29:54I ordered a fake tree.
00:29:56Is that bad?
00:29:58Apparently Lexington wants an authentic large fresh Rocky Mountain pine.
00:30:02Oh. What am I going to do?
00:30:05I don't know.
00:30:20I've never cut down my own tree before.
00:30:24And just to be clear at no point will we be doing that today.
00:30:28Isn't that why we're going to the mountains?
00:30:30No. We're going to this farm because it has the best trees.
00:30:33And my party and your house deserves the best.
00:30:37So we're not cutting it down overnight?
00:30:40I'm sorry honey but no.
00:30:42But you do get to help me pick the perfect tree.
00:30:45Yes.
00:30:46So Lori, why go to all the trouble for your company Christmas party?
00:30:51I guess I have it in my head that if I impress my boss he'll pick me for this promotion that I'm up for in New York.
00:30:58You're moving to New York?
00:31:00It depends. I thought if I swayed him with this amazing party that he would choose me.
00:31:06Well I hope you get it.
00:31:09Yeah. You deserve it.
00:31:11You're good at what you do and you always go above and beyond.
00:31:15I appreciate that.
00:31:25All those so-called Christmas tree farms in the big city, they're puny trees because they chop them down too soon.
00:31:34It's a tragedy.
00:31:36Our farm is all about letting the trees grow as tall as they can.
00:31:42Well I mean we are a bit restricted on what will actually fit on the roof of my car.
00:31:46Nonsense. We'll deliver it to you.
00:31:49Really?
00:31:50Yes. We know it's a trek up the mountain.
00:31:53We make it worth your while.
00:31:55Do you have any tips on picking out the best one?
00:31:59Smell. Use your nose.
00:32:02Do you have a good nose?
00:32:04Not as good as a dog's but it'll do.
00:32:07Okay, now go. Go and find one.
00:32:15You know, this is the first time I've picked out a tree since I was Matty's age.
00:32:19Really? I would have thought with all the Christmas decorating that would be impossible.
00:32:24I usually just order fake ones. I haven't had a real tree in years.
00:32:28Well then I'm glad I get to witness this monumental event.
00:32:31Okay, so this is going to sound corny but I think this is how Christmas is supposed to feel.
00:32:38What do you mean?
00:32:40This. Being out in the winter air, picking a tree you can smell.
00:32:45I didn't realize how much I missed it.
00:32:48I love Christmas but I haven't had one in years.
00:32:51Lori, that's not corny at all. I feel it too.
00:32:56Found it!
00:32:58Found it!
00:33:02You picked a good one.
00:33:04Yeah, it's a beautiful tree but will it actually fit inside the house?
00:33:09Yes, I think so.
00:33:11Alright then, I guess that's our tree.
00:33:13We'll get it cut and delivered to you pronto.
00:33:15Great!
00:33:16Dad, I'm hungry.
00:33:18Well, tree hunting will do that to you.
00:33:20Can I recommend Sally's, a mile or so down the road?
00:33:23Best hot chocolate and pie in the state of Colorado.
00:33:26I love pie.
00:33:28Hey, that sounds great to me. What do you say, ladies?
00:33:34Okay, I'm definitely ordering these for the Christmas party.
00:33:36This may be the best thing I've ever tried in my entire life.
00:33:39That is quite a statement.
00:33:42Try the cherry.
00:33:46Okay, now that may be the best thing that ever existed.
00:33:49Oh really? Well then, shall I confuse you by offering you some pumpkin?
00:33:52Yes, yes you should.
00:33:55Lori, will you spend Christmas with us?
00:34:00Maddie, that's so sweet.
00:34:03Maddie, that's a really big thing to ask somebody.
00:34:07You know what, I'll check my schedule and let you know.
00:34:09Okay.
00:34:14Hey Everett, Maddie mentioned you play the piano.
00:34:17Maddie mentioned you play the piano?
00:34:20Oh, did she now?
00:34:22Yes, she did.
00:34:24I used to dabble in it.
00:34:26Do you take requests?
00:34:28I highly doubt all these people trying to enjoy their pie want that kind of disruption.
00:34:33I bet they like it, Dad.
00:34:38All right, in the name of Christmas pie, any requests, Lori?
00:34:42Maddie, you choose.
00:34:43Jingle bells.
00:34:44Jingle bells it is, ladies.
00:35:15What fun it is to laugh and sing a sleighing song tonight.
00:35:20Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way.
00:35:26Oh what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh.
00:35:31Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way.
00:35:36Oh what fun it is to ride in a one horse open sleigh.
00:35:45Yay!
00:35:59Hey, this came for you.
00:36:00Great, it's here.
00:36:02Is it for the party?
00:36:03In a way. It's for Everett and Maddie's tree.
00:36:07I don't usually do tree toppers for stagings, but it felt like they deserved something special.
00:36:13Seems like things are going well.
00:36:16Yeah, the party's coming together great and the house is looking like they wanted it to.
00:36:20Well, they're lucky to have a decorating master like you.
00:36:23Lately, I feel like the lucky one.
00:36:35You're whistling.
00:36:37I am.
00:36:38You never whistle.
00:36:39I whistle.
00:36:40Where were you yesterday? I couldn't reach you.
00:36:42Oh, I was up in the mountains helping Maddie and Lori pick out a Christmas tree.
00:36:46With Lori? You don't say.
00:36:48It was an errand for the house.
00:36:51Why can't you just admit that you like her?
00:36:53Because it's not like that.
00:36:55Really? You went Christmas tree shopping with her. You had her over for dinner. She's decorating your house.
00:37:01It's business for her.
00:37:02Okay, I'm your sister. I have a sixth sense about this kind of stuff. Just admit it.
00:37:07Okay. What if I do? And what if she feels the same way?
00:37:11But what if it doesn't work out? And what if Maddie has to go through another loss?
00:37:16That's a lot of what ifs.
00:37:18Well, she's up for a job promotion. If she gets it, she has to move to New York.
00:37:23So you do like her.
00:37:25I'm glad that's what you got from all this.
00:37:27Look, I can't even begin to imagine what you and Maddie have gone through. And it sucks.
00:37:31Living in fear of something good ever happening again? That's no way to exist.
00:37:36Is that the example you want to set for Maddie?
00:37:39No, of course not. But this is just way too complicated right now.
00:37:43Besides, I don't even know how she feels. This could be just completely one-sided.
00:37:48Yeah, and you'll never know. Unless you take a chance.
00:37:52I have work to do.
00:37:54Mr. King! Haven't seen you here in a while.
00:37:57Yeah, I just thought I'd do a routine check and see if everything was all right.
00:38:02People are loving the Christmas decorations.
00:38:05Oh, good.
00:38:09Are you waiting for someone?
00:38:11No, I'm not.
00:38:13Oh, I see.
00:38:15I'm sorry.
00:38:17It's okay.
00:38:18Oh, good.
00:38:21Are you waiting for someone?
00:38:24Uh, no. As a matter of fact, I should head back to the office.
00:38:32Everett King at King Roaster's Coffee?
00:38:36You better keep that down. I don't want the paparazzi to soar.
00:38:40What are you doing here?
00:38:42Well, I used to come in here more and check things out. I'm trying to implement that again.
00:38:46Are you here for your daily latte?
00:38:49That I am.
00:38:51All right. Well, I will personally make that for you.
00:38:53I feel so honored.
00:38:55Hey, I was going to call you. I have some decorations coming to your place this afternoon. Will you be there?
00:38:59I have a meeting and then I have to pick up Maddie from her friends.
00:39:03Oh, okay.
00:39:06But you know what? I have a good idea.
00:39:09Why don't you just go ahead and let yourself in?
00:39:13Really? Are you sure?
00:39:14Decorations take precedence.
00:39:21This is delicious.
00:39:23Well, I'm glad you like it. It's on the house.
00:39:26I better get going.
00:39:28Yeah, me too.
00:39:30Bye.
00:39:32Bye.
00:39:45Excuse me.
00:40:01Oh, good. You guys got here just in time to help me decorate the tree.
00:40:05Is everything okay?
00:40:07I am so sorry. I thought you gave me the keys so that I could decorate while you were at work.
00:40:11I did not mean to upset Maddie.
00:40:13No, it's not that. It's not you at all.
00:40:16The student's mom is having an event tomorrow at school.
00:40:19It's a mom and me cinnamon ornament making thing.
00:40:22I told her I'd go, but she said it's a mom thing.
00:40:25Don't they realize some kids don't have a mom?
00:40:28Yeah, and I even talked to the teacher and she said it's open to anybody.
00:40:30But I think Maddie took the mom part literally.
00:40:33Poor thing.
00:40:35Are you okay with us decorating the tree another night?
00:40:38Of course.
00:40:40Actually, do you think it's okay if I went up and spoke to her?
00:40:43Yeah, go for it. I'm just going to go make gingerbread cookies.
00:40:46Because when in doubt, I use sugar to make my kid feel better.
00:40:50Well, I'd like to try one of those.
00:40:53You got it.
00:40:55Maddie? Can I come in?
00:40:58Yeah.
00:41:04Hey.
00:41:06Hey.
00:41:08Hey.
00:41:10Hey.
00:41:12Hey.
00:41:14Hey.
00:41:16Hey.
00:41:18Hey.
00:41:20Hey.
00:41:22Hey.
00:41:24Hey.
00:41:29That's a gorgeous music box.
00:41:32My mom gave it to me when I was five.
00:41:34May I?
00:41:43It's very special.
00:41:46You must miss her a lot.
00:41:48All the time.
00:41:50Can I tell you something?
00:41:51I lost my mom when I was really young, too.
00:41:54Really?
00:41:56I wasn't much older than you.
00:41:59I missed her all the time.
00:42:02But then you know what I did?
00:42:04I found happiness in spending time with friends, going to the movies, eating good cookies.
00:42:11And it was in those moments that I felt most connected to her.
00:42:16Above all else, honey, moms want their kids to be happy.
00:42:20I like that.
00:42:33Now this ornament thing, what's it all about?
00:42:36Brianna's mom is really good at crafts, and she's coming in and teaching everybody how to make cinnamon stick ornaments.
00:42:42People are bringing their moms.
00:42:45Brianna's mom is crafty, huh?
00:42:48Well, has she ever made a chandelier out of old spoons?
00:42:51Have you done that?
00:42:53Yes, in college.
00:42:55As an art project.
00:42:57How would you feel if I came and made ornaments with you tomorrow?
00:43:00Really? You want to come?
00:43:02I would love to.
00:43:04Okay. Yeah. Awesome.
00:43:06Awesome.
00:43:13Hey, how is she?
00:43:15Better. I hope it's okay. I offered to make cinnamon stick ornaments with her tomorrow at school.
00:43:21You did? Wow, thanks.
00:43:25Wait, have you ever made cinnamon ornaments?
00:43:28No, never made them. But I'm excited to try.
00:43:32You're really good with her, by the way.
00:43:34Thanks. I lost my mom when I was really young, so I know how hard it can be.
00:43:39Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't know that.
00:43:42It's okay.
00:43:45Maddie's a really strong kid.
00:43:48Yes, she is. And I honestly don't know what I'd do without her. She's my rock.
00:43:52I've never really spent much time with kids.
00:43:55My best friend Tanya has three, but we usually hang out when she needs a little break.
00:44:00Well, you're a natural. You'll make a great mom someday.
00:44:04If that's what you want, of course.
00:44:06I always thought I'd have a really big family, but then I got so focused on my career that that just didn't really happen.
00:44:13Well, what about now?
00:44:15Now there's this promotion, and it means more work.
00:44:20Well, take it from a guy who used to take everything for granted.
00:44:24Success means nothing without somebody to share it with.
00:44:27That's something I have to remind myself from time to time.
00:44:31Cookies.
00:44:33Cookies.
00:44:47Remember, if you get stuck on what to make, tie a bunch of sticks together, add a bell or two, and then you'll have the perfect ornament.
00:44:57What are you making?
00:44:58I'm tying these ribbons around this cinnamon stick and making a Christmas tree.
00:45:03I'm going to make one of those next.
00:45:05What are you working on?
00:45:07Is it a reindeer?
00:45:09No, it's a dog.
00:45:11I should have known.
00:45:13But I made it for you.
00:45:15Aw, I love it, Maddie.
00:45:17Oh, I don't believe we've met. I am Mrs. Pryor, Maddie's teacher.
00:45:22I'm Lori.
00:45:24Oh, are you Everett's girlfriend?
00:45:25No, I'm helping Maddie decorate her house.
00:45:28Oh.
00:45:30But she's also my friend.
00:45:32Yes, that too.
00:45:34Oh, well that's wonderful. Thank you for joining us.
00:45:36Thanks for having me.
00:45:38All right, well I'll leave you two to it.
00:45:43Wow, what's that?
00:45:45Want me to teach you how to make one of these?
00:45:47Uh-huh.
00:45:55Merry Christmas!
00:46:11The entire room smells like cinnamon, huh?
00:46:14Cinnamon or Christmas?
00:46:16A very cinnamon-y Christmas.
00:46:18I got this for the top of the tree.
00:46:20Oh wow, that's great.
00:46:22I ordered it online.
00:46:23I used to have one just like it when I was a kid.
00:46:26I thought Maddie would love it.
00:46:28Will you do the honors?
00:46:30I'd love to.
00:46:45What do you think?
00:46:47It looks amazing. Maddie's going to be so excited when she gets home from her friends.
00:46:53That was very thoughtful of you.
00:46:55No Christmas is complete without a tree topper.
00:47:01If someone had told me a few weeks ago that I would be decorating Christmas ornaments with a ten-year-old in a classroom,
00:47:06instead of running around the office, I wouldn't have believed them.
00:47:09And if someone had told me that the woman who staged the house would be helping make this the most special Christmas in years,
00:47:16I wouldn't have believed them either.
00:47:18How do you feel about it now?
00:47:20I think I'm happy you came into our lives.
00:47:24What are you doing tomorrow?
00:47:26I have a staging in the morning and then Christmas party prep.
00:47:30Well, how do you feel about taking a break and coming by King Roaster's in the square?
00:47:35Sure. What for?
00:47:37It's a surprise.
00:47:40A good surprise.
00:47:42Okay.
00:47:48That sounds like a date.
00:47:50It's not a date. It's a get-together with a surprise.
00:47:53You together.
00:47:55Alone. At his coffee shop.
00:47:57After hours.
00:47:59Right. Not a date.
00:48:01Do you want me to help you carry those?
00:48:03Yes. Christmas shopping for three kids. Not easy.
00:48:06By the way, if you want me to teach you how to make cinnamon stick ornaments, I can show you.
00:48:11Okay, Martha Stewart.
00:48:13Hardly.
00:48:15So, are you going to tell him tomorrow?
00:48:18Tell him what?
00:48:20That you like, like him.
00:48:21Excuse me.
00:48:23Sorry, it comes with being a mom.
00:48:29Lori.
00:48:32Lori.
00:48:34Hello.
00:48:36Sorry. What?
00:48:38In the mark-up for a piano?
00:48:40No, just always looking out for pieces for my staging.
00:48:44There's a Lori I'm familiar with. Always got work on the brain.
00:48:48Just as I was thinking, maybe this family might be shifting your priorities.
00:49:19It smells amazing in here.
00:49:22Welcome to King Roaster's official Christmas coffee tasting.
00:49:26Wow, look at this. Never been to a coffee tasting. Wine tasting, yes. But never a coffee tasting.
00:49:34Well, you know, some folks would argue that there are more notes in coffee than there are in wine.
00:49:38Is that so?
00:49:39Now, I know the plain latte is your go-to drink here, but it is Christmas.
00:49:45And we both jumped head first in the festivities, so I would like to broaden your horizons.
00:49:51I'm all in.
00:49:53Good. Please have a seat.
00:49:55Thanks.
00:49:57Of course.
00:49:59All right, your first drink of the evening.
00:50:02What is it?
00:50:04Eggnog latte.
00:50:06I'm not really an eggnog person.
00:50:09Trust me, you don't have to be.
00:50:11Okay.
00:50:18Oh, that's a good one.
00:50:21It's a good one.
00:50:23Oh, that's good.
00:50:26It's the only time I do eggnog.
00:50:30Okay, a new taste.
00:50:35Smells good.
00:50:39Tastes really good. Peppermint?
00:50:43Mmm, I call it candy cane mocha.
00:50:46Mmm, I call it candy cane mocha.
00:50:49I use Colombian beans, darker roast, which brings out the natural oils, which complements the melted chocolate.
00:50:58You really know your coffee.
00:51:00Eh, I can geek out about this stuff from time to time.
00:51:04When did you get so passionate about it?
00:51:07Mmm, when I was in college, I was a barista.
00:51:09And that's when I realized I liked to experiment with the different tastes and to socialize with the people more than I liked going to my economics class.
00:51:19And then I started roasting my own beans, seeing what tasted good, what I liked, what others liked.
00:51:25And then I decided to open up my own coffee shop. People seemed to like it.
00:51:30I can see why.
00:51:32Yeah. And the more they liked it, the more people told me that I should open up another location.
00:51:37So I did. Then another. And now there's pressure to keep expanding.
00:51:43From Nikki?
00:51:45Yeah. But she's right. I mean, we're doing so well, we should use this opportunity to grow.
00:51:50Is it what you want?
00:51:52I think so. Anyway, try this one.
00:52:03Now that tastes like Christmas.
00:52:05I was inspired by the ornaments you made with Maddie. Cinnamon vanilla latte.
00:52:12It's also heaven on earth.
00:52:15It is.
00:52:36Okay, I want you to taste one more.
00:52:39Okay.
00:52:41But please be honest about this one.
00:52:43I will.
00:52:48It's, um...
00:52:50It's not good, right?
00:52:52Sorry.
00:52:54No, don't be sorry. Because I feel the same way. But that's the coffee Nikki wants to switch to.
00:52:58Well, it's not that bad. But I'd rather have some of that candy cane mocha.
00:53:04Hey, you want me to show you how to make it?
00:53:06Sure.
00:53:08Have you used one of these before?
00:53:10Never.
00:53:11Alright, well, you'll be able to do it. It's real simple.
00:53:14Now, you want to steam the milk.
00:53:16Like this?
00:53:17Yeah, you got it. Just do your best to hold it steady.
00:53:21Am I doing it right?
00:53:23Yeah, you got this.
00:53:24Am I doing it right?
00:53:26Yeah, you got this.
00:53:28Now you want to keep the wand covered.
00:53:30Okay.
00:53:31You got... Oh!
00:53:33Sorry, sorry.
00:53:34No, no, it's okay. Don't worry about it. It's just a rookie mistake, that's all.
00:53:41Are you guys open?
00:53:44Sorry, we're closed.
00:53:47Should probably clean this up, right?
00:53:50Yeah, I guess so.
00:53:54Okay.
00:54:04This is the report you asked for.
00:54:05Thanks.
00:54:10Hey, I just wanted to say thanks again for watching Maddie last night.
00:54:14Well, fair warning. Casey introduced her to Monopoly, and the way she took to it, might have another MBA in the family.
00:54:20Noted.
00:54:21So, how was the date?
00:54:23It wasn't a date.
00:54:25No, of course not. It's just you two, alone, together.
00:54:29It was a coffee tasting.
00:54:31Oh, bro. It has been so long since you've been in a dating game. Usually people do dinner, or a movie.
00:54:37Stop. We had fun. But more importantly, we both decided that this is terrible.
00:54:43Promise you give it a fair shot?
00:54:45I promise.
00:54:46No worries. I have a few other samples we can try. Maybe we'll find one that works.
00:54:54Dad! Dad!
00:54:57Close your eyes!
00:54:59Lori got you a surprise.
00:55:01Oh, what is it?
00:55:03You can't see it yet. Just close your eyes.
00:55:05Okay.
00:55:07But Maddie, don't let me trip.
00:55:10Dad, trust me. Just no peeking.
00:55:13Okay, I promise. No peeking.
00:55:20Can I open my eyes yet?
00:55:21Not yet.
00:55:23Is this too much build-up? What if he doesn't like it?
00:55:26How can I not like something you got me?
00:55:29But I am going to open my eyes.
00:55:31No! One second.
00:55:35Okay, now.
00:55:37Ta-da!
00:55:43I just thought you played so beautifully, and we found it on sale, and it was within the budget, and it ties everything well.
00:55:49I love it.
00:55:51Yay! You do?
00:55:53This is just what the house was missing.
00:55:55I'll go get the decorations.
00:55:58Decorations for...
00:56:00More lights?
00:56:02Ah.
00:56:04Thank you so much for doing this.
00:56:06It's my pleasure.
00:56:08And not just the piano, but for everything.
00:56:11You've brought Christmas back into our lives.
00:56:14And not just the piano, but for everything.
00:56:17You've brought Christmas back into our lives.
00:56:20You brought it back into mine, too.
00:56:26Got it!
00:56:29Oh, let's go put them over here.
00:56:32Yeah.
00:56:45Well, what do you think?
00:56:47Great.
00:56:57Hey.
00:56:59I just think we should send a message.
00:57:01Oh, it's good you're here.
00:57:03What's going on?
00:57:05Winter Storm Megan is headed our way.
00:57:07When?
00:57:09In two days.
00:57:11I hope people still come to the Christmas party.
00:57:12Me too.
00:57:14It would be a shame to have to cancel after all the work you've done.
00:57:17Cancel?
00:57:19Yeah. I wouldn't want anybody getting stuck in the snow.
00:57:23Maybe it won't be that bad.
00:57:25Let's hope for a Christmas miracle.
00:57:37Lights out, Maddy.
00:57:39One more chapter?
00:57:40Ah, that's what you said about a half hour ago.
00:57:43I just want you to get a good night's sleep.
00:57:45Are you sure I can't go to Laurie's party?
00:57:48Yeah, but only because it's going to be a bunch of grown-ups.
00:57:50Trust me, you're going to have a lot more fun at Tracy's house.
00:57:57Do you like Leg Laurie?
00:58:04Yeah, I think I might.
00:58:06Does that bother you?
00:58:08No.
00:58:10Good.
00:58:12Listen, I know we haven't had a chance to talk about new people coming into our lives, but...
00:58:16Dad, it's cool.
00:58:20I love you.
00:58:22Love you too.
00:58:24Alright, five more minutes.
00:58:26Ten?
00:58:28Fine.
00:58:30Good night.
00:58:40Like this?
00:58:42Yeah, but not the entire bottle.
00:58:45I like a more rich taste in my hot chocolate.
00:58:48Oh, I know.
00:58:50Alright, now take the milk we steamed and pour and stir.
00:58:59This is too easy for you. You're an absolute natural.
00:59:02Can we add a shot of espresso to make it a mocha?
00:59:06As impressed as I am with you knowing that, no you cannot.
00:59:11How about we use some whipped cream instead?
00:59:18Me too, please.
00:59:23Cheers.
00:59:25Cheers.
00:59:30I like the new look.
00:59:32Well, I'm trying to mix it up.
00:59:35Oh, I bet that's Tracy's mom here to pick you up and take you to school.
00:59:39Alright, see you Dad.
00:59:41Maddy, don't forget a lid.
00:59:43Bye Dad.
00:59:45Alright, so these are all the beans we can use if we wanted to expand our company right now.
00:59:50I want you to taste them.
01:00:06Now this is our typical medium roast we serve in all our stores.
01:00:16This is so much better.
01:00:18We should wait to expand.
01:00:20And risk losing the demand? I mean, word of mouth is everything.
01:00:24This is the time to capitalize on our success.
01:00:27Yeah, but wouldn't it be terrible if we didn't?
01:00:29I mean, word of mouth is everything.
01:00:31This is the time to capitalize on our success.
01:00:34Yeah, but wouldn't it be terrible if word of mouth got around about how bad our coffee tasted?
01:00:39I say we wait a year or two and figure out a more efficient way to cut costs without risking any of our quality.
01:00:51Okay, we will wait to expand.
01:00:54Yes?
01:00:56Yes, but that means growing what we have.
01:00:57We should increase our marketing and social media presence.
01:01:00Yeah, we should do that. I like that idea.
01:01:03Sorry if I was pushing you in a direction you didn't want to go.
01:01:06No, Nikki, it's good. I need somebody like you.
01:01:10But I just want you to remember that for me, it's not about being on top.
01:01:14It's about being the best.
01:01:17That's why I love you, brother.
01:01:28This is delicious.
01:01:30Cinnamon and vanilla latte. Everett's creation.
01:01:34Smart man.
01:01:36We almost kissed.
01:01:38What?
01:01:40The other day.
01:01:42And?
01:01:44We haven't really spoken since.
01:01:46What does it mean?
01:01:48I don't know, but I can't really think about it because this storm is supposed to hit any second and I'm worried this is all going to be for nothing.
01:01:54Well, how can you say that? Clearly it's not for nothing. There's Everett.
01:01:58I know, there's Everett and there's Maddie and the past few weeks they've been the highlight of my life.
01:02:04But?
01:02:06But the whole reason I did this party in the first place was for this promotion and it's what I really want.
01:02:12Is it?
01:02:14I don't know, but I can't spend my time thinking what this is or isn't.
01:02:19It sounds to me like maybe you should talk to Everett.
01:02:21Give him a chance to tell you how he's feeling.
01:02:24I need to deal with this storm first. It's supposed to hit tonight.
01:02:28Okay. There's nothing you can do about that. It's out of your control.
01:02:32But what is in your control is figuring out what's going on with Everett.
01:02:41The storm didn't hit. At least not yet.
01:02:45Great. Hopefully if it hits everyone's already at the party.
01:02:48Yeah, I gotta get going.
01:02:49Thanks for the coffee.
01:03:01Excuse me, sir. Where do you want the glassware?
01:03:04Oh, no. So that's the woman you should talk to. She knows where everything goes.
01:03:08The glasses go over here.
01:03:10Hey, looks like it's coming along nicely.
01:03:12Everett, can I speak to you for a second?
01:03:14Yeah, sure.
01:03:20So, about the other day...
01:03:25I just wanted to say...
01:03:31The thing is that I...
01:03:38Thanks for letting us use your home.
01:03:40Yeah, of course. The place looks amazing.
01:03:43Yeah, it does.
01:03:45Alright, so I'm gonna head to the office, finish up a little bit of work,
01:03:47I'm gonna drop Maddie off at a friend's, and I'll see you tonight?
01:03:51Sounds good.
01:04:10Casey and I are really looking forward to tonight.
01:04:13It's so nice of Lori to invite us.
01:04:15Yeah, it should be fun.
01:04:17I don't want that look. Spill it.
01:04:20There's no look. I'm good.
01:04:23We're finally back on the same page, and I'm thrilled.
01:04:26You know people can't read minds.
01:04:28What?
01:04:30The best thing you can do is just tell her how you're feeling.
01:04:33Oh, really? And what if she doesn't feel the same way?
01:04:35Then at least you tried.
01:04:37Look, when you were finally honest with me, we got somewhere.
01:04:41Why don't you try being honest with her?
01:04:43You know, as your older brother, I should be the wise one.
01:05:14Oh, thank you.
01:05:40Well, what do you think? My daughter actually made those.
01:05:43They're fantastic.
01:05:45Yeah, I told her the event was catered, but she absolutely insisted.
01:05:48Well, I'm glad she did.
01:05:50Lexington?
01:05:51Everett King.
01:05:53Ah, so you're the man who owns this home.
01:05:55That's correct. And you must be Lori's boss?
01:05:58One and only. Thanks for letting us use your house.
01:06:01Well, can I just say this entire home is all Lori's doing.
01:06:05In fact, the reason we bought the place was because of her original staging.
01:06:09She's a very talented woman.
01:06:10Oh, yes.
01:06:12She did a very good job of bringing together the joy and fun of a classic homestyle Christmas.
01:06:17Oh, speaking of which...
01:06:31Well, don't you look beautiful?
01:06:36Absolutely stunning. And not only you, but this entire party.
01:06:38I'm glad you feel that way.
01:06:40Oh, yeah. Everett is quite the host.
01:06:43Well, not only does he own the most amazing coffee shop in town, he's an incredible musician.
01:06:48Oh, is that so? Well, you should play something for us then.
01:06:52Oh, no. I'm not that good.
01:06:54I insist.
01:06:58Okay.
01:07:11On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love sent to me
01:07:18Twelve drummers drumming, ninety pipers piping, ten lords a-flaming, nine ladies dancing,
01:07:25eight maids a-knocking, seven swans a-swimming, six geese a-laying, five golden rings,
01:07:31four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves, and a partridge in a pen.
01:07:40Three!
01:07:50I'm telling you, in the nick of time, Laurie saved this party.
01:07:54I mean, the decor speaks for itself.
01:07:56And your displays, they're always top-notch.
01:07:59You have a real eye for what works, and you're always brave enough to take on anything.
01:08:05And that's why it gives me great pleasure to promote you
01:08:07to Executive Director of our New York offices.
01:08:17Well, what do you say, Laurie? Do you accept?
01:08:32It would be an honor. Thanks so much.
01:08:35All right! Merry Christmas, everyone, and here's to you all!
01:08:59You know, it'll be so sad to see you go, but I'm so happy for you.
01:09:03I'll show you all the ropes before I leave.
01:09:06Please.
01:09:08Actually, I need to talk to you about that.
01:09:10Go ahead.
01:09:12We booked our first client in New York.
01:09:14The Ritz wants us to stage one of their ballrooms for a New Year's Eve party.
01:09:17I'll need you to head out right away.
01:09:19When is right away?
01:09:21Day after tomorrow.
01:09:23Christmas?
01:09:25Yes. Another reason why you are perfect for this job, Laurie.
01:09:28You're always available to work on Christmas.
01:09:29Now listen, I will take care of all the arrangements.
01:09:32I just need you to be there.
01:09:34Of course.
01:09:36Laurie, you have earned this. Every bit of it.
01:09:44Party seems to be going well.
01:09:46Oh, hey. Yeah, I just had to refill the ice.
01:09:51Do you know Nicky's going to be meeting my parents for the first time on Christmas?
01:09:55That's a big step.
01:09:56Yeah. Especially since I've never introduced my parents to anyone I've dated.
01:10:00It'll go well. Anyone who knows you and Nicky knows you're meant to be.
01:10:05That means a lot.
01:10:07Still, there's always risk, you know, with these big steps. It's scary.
01:10:12Yeah, but it'll be worth it.
01:10:15Yes. Yeah. Totally worth it.
01:10:20This is about Nicky meeting your parents, right?
01:10:22That, or anything else that seems terrifying at first but needs to be done.
01:10:28Did Nicky send you in here?
01:10:30No. No, um, just wanted to see if you needed a hand with the ice.
01:10:35Oh, thank you, but no. Go enjoy the party.
01:10:38You too.
01:10:53There you are.
01:10:55I needed some fresh air.
01:10:57It's freezing in here. Put this on.
01:11:07Yeah, I guess the storm's coming in later than predicted.
01:11:10Yeah.
01:11:12Well, I'll see you later.
01:11:14Okay.
01:11:22I don't know if it's predicted, I don't know.
01:11:25Listen up.
01:11:28Sorry.
01:11:30Go ahead.
01:11:32No, you go.
01:11:35I am so happy for you.
01:11:37For getting this promotion.
01:11:40And I'm sorry if what I'm about to say is terrible timing, but I can't keep dancing around this.
01:11:48But I don't think I can let you leave without telling you.
01:11:53I'm falling in love with you.
01:11:56Ever since you came into my life, I've felt joy again.
01:12:01Just being around you, talking with you, laughing with you.
01:12:07I honestly didn't think I'd ever feel this way again.
01:12:12I...
01:12:16I'm so sorry. I can't.
01:12:19I'm leaving for New York.
01:12:22Yeah.
01:12:28Yeah, of course, and as you should.
01:12:31I just needed you to know.
01:12:35You guys have been so amazing.
01:12:39I really owe this promotion to you.
01:12:44I wish you the best.
01:12:52I love you.
01:13:15Hey, how is it out there?
01:13:17Lots of snow.
01:13:19But that's good, right? For snowmen and snow angels?
01:13:22I like playing.
01:13:24Alright, well, how do you feel about some hot chocolate?
01:13:33What's so great about New York?
01:13:38Oh, honey, are you asking because of Lori?
01:13:41Yeah.
01:13:43Well, I think it's just a really good opportunity for her.
01:13:46I don't want her to leave.
01:13:48You know what? Me neither.
01:13:50I was really starting to enjoy having her around.
01:13:53It's not just that.
01:13:55I love the way you were when she's around.
01:13:58Well, what do you mean?
01:14:00Before Lori decorated our house, you were sad or busy working.
01:14:05Now we hang out more, and we talk more.
01:14:08Maddie, I didn't know I wasn't there for you before.
01:14:11I'm so sorry for that.
01:14:13But I love you with all my heart, and you're the most important part of my life.
01:14:17We're going to be okay, I promise you.
01:14:20I know.
01:14:22Don't forget my hot chocolate.
01:14:24Of course not.
01:14:26Extra marshmallows, right?
01:14:28Yes, please.
01:14:30You got it.
01:14:35You should have these.
01:14:37They're all the vendors you might need.
01:14:39Are you sure you want to give these to me?
01:14:42Of course.
01:14:44You're such a hard worker.
01:14:45I see amazing things in your future.
01:14:54Thanks.
01:14:56Hey.
01:14:59Tanya, what are you doing here?
01:15:02Congratulations. I took a long lunch break so we could celebrate.
01:15:09I'm going to miss you like crazy, but I'm so happy for you.
01:15:12Thanks.
01:15:15Okay, so why are we not jumping for joy?
01:15:18That's what you wanted.
01:15:20I'm just tired.
01:15:22I'm very happy.
01:15:24Okay, we've been best friends since freshman year of college, so I know when you're lying.
01:15:31It's just all happening so fast, and Lexington wants me to leave right away.
01:15:36Okay, so that's why you're not shouting from the rooftops?
01:15:40Because it's all moving too fast?
01:15:45Everett told me he was falling in love with me.
01:15:48And?
01:15:51And I thanked him.
01:15:56Is that what you wanted to say?
01:15:58No, of course not.
01:16:00What I wanted to say is that I'm falling in love with him too.
01:16:04So go tell him.
01:16:06I can't. I have to leave tomorrow.
01:16:08But tomorrow's Christmas.
01:16:10I know.
01:16:15Okay.
01:16:21I'm going to miss you so much.
01:16:23I'll miss you too.
01:16:31Nikki, it's Christmas Eve. Shouldn't you be on your way to see Casey's parents?
01:16:36Yes, in a little bit. I just wanted to get some work done.
01:16:39I think I have some ideas on lowering costs for growth without changing anything.
01:16:45What? Why are you looking at me like that?
01:16:48I'm promoting you.
01:16:50To what?
01:16:51CEO.
01:16:52That's your job.
01:16:54I think I'm stepping down. I just want to be the owner.
01:16:57I want to get back to roasting and being hands-on at all the stores.
01:17:00You're better at all this business stuff. You should be handling the day-to-day.
01:17:05I can't believe this.
01:17:07And most importantly, I want to spend more time with Maddie.
01:17:11Everett, I don't know what to say.
01:17:12Well, I mean, I will be making the final decision on the big stuff.
01:17:16But you're better suited for this.
01:17:20I promise I'll make you proud.
01:17:23Merry Christmas.
01:17:25Merry Christmas.
01:17:38Merry Christmas.
01:17:40Merry Christmas.
01:17:42Merry Christmas.
01:17:56After my mom died, Christmas never felt like Christmas.
01:18:00It felt sad and made me wish it could just not be Christmas anymore.
01:18:04But this year is different.
01:18:07This year we have Lori.
01:18:09She helped fill our house with Christmas.
01:18:10She decorated every room.
01:18:13She helped us buy a tree.
01:18:15And she even made ornaments with me.
01:18:17But she also made my dad smile.
01:18:20My dad forgot how to smile for a while, but not anymore.
01:18:24Lori made things fun again.
01:18:26Christmas was good again.
01:18:28So this year, what Christmas means to me is hope.
01:18:32Hope that things will always be okay if you have family like my dad and friends like Lori.
01:18:41Merry Christmas.
01:18:43Merry Christmas.
01:18:45Merry Christmas.
01:18:47Merry Christmas.
01:18:49Merry Christmas.
01:18:54Alright Maddie, this is a big gift.
01:18:56But I want you to take your time opening it, okay?
01:18:59Okay.
01:19:11And that goes with this.
01:19:14Thank you, thank you, thank you!
01:19:17Merry Christmas, sweetie.
01:19:19And you get to name her whatever you want.
01:19:21Sally, like the pie shop.
01:19:23I like it.
01:19:25I wish Lori were here.
01:19:27Yeah, me too.
01:19:29Welcome to the family, Sally.
01:19:33Is that Aunt Nikki and Casey?
01:19:35I don't know, go check.
01:19:37Is that Aunt Nikki and Casey?
01:19:39I don't know, go check.
01:19:46Hey you.
01:19:48Lori! You came back!
01:19:50Actually, I never left.
01:19:52Thanks to your essay.
01:19:54You liked it?
01:19:56I loved it.
01:19:58Wait, so you're not going to New York?
01:20:00Nope.
01:20:02Come on in.
01:20:04Lori!
01:20:06Who's this?
01:20:08This is Sally.
01:20:10Hi Sally.
01:20:12Sally, come see my room.
01:20:16So you got her the puppy.
01:20:18Yeah, it was inevitable.
01:20:20But what are you doing here?
01:20:22Aren't you supposed to be on your way to New York?
01:20:24I decided I didn't want to move.