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00:00:00It's gorgeous.
00:00:01I'm glad you like it.
00:00:02If you mist it with water every two to three days,
00:00:04it'll stay fresher longer.
00:00:06Okay.
00:00:07I will.
00:00:08Merry Christmas.
00:00:09Merry Christmas.
00:00:14Hey, Rebecca.
00:00:15That would look great.
00:00:16Oh, thank you.
00:00:17And how's your day going?
00:00:18Loads of customers flooding the department store.
00:00:20Yes, I have been crunching the store's sales number
00:00:22so long that I forgot it's not a replacement for actual food.
00:00:25Let's go grab lunch.
00:00:27I wish I could, Angie, but I have a ton of orders.
00:00:29But I really need it.
00:00:31You didn't last time?
00:00:32It looks like you're almost done.
00:00:34Not even close.
00:00:36I have a pile of unmade orders still,
00:00:38and that's not including making inventory
00:00:40for this year's Christmas market.
00:00:42You're going to make me go get lunch all by my lonesome?
00:00:44You could go get takeout, bring it back,
00:00:46and eat while I work.
00:00:47You're ridiculous.
00:00:49Next time, then.
00:00:51I've heard that before, too.
00:00:53Raise the ribbons.
00:00:55This is Rebecca.
00:00:59Hi.
00:01:30Never fails.
00:01:32Rebecca.
00:01:34Hi.
00:01:37Jason.
00:01:38Yeah, I know.
00:01:40Just checking.
00:01:42A lot of people over again?
00:01:44Oh, yeah, that's just my family.
00:01:46We'll wrap it up before long.
00:01:48Could you please remind them not to block my driveway?
00:01:51Yeah, I'm sorry about that.
00:01:54It's my cousin.
00:01:55He took the driving test three times
00:01:57because of the whole parking thing.
00:01:59He tries hard.
00:02:01Okay.
00:02:03Good night.
00:02:05Night.
00:02:07Good to see you.
00:02:13Okay, I think we should cut off
00:02:14pie pre-orders this year on December 15th.
00:02:17I'm all for it.
00:02:18It'll mean fewer sales.
00:02:20Are we doing that Raspberry Pecan one again?
00:02:22I like that one.
00:02:23Sorry, you were the only one.
00:02:25Check.
00:02:26Again?
00:02:28Hey, Tom, can I borrow your keys?
00:02:30What's up?
00:02:31Just gonna move your truck a little.
00:02:32Okay.
00:02:33Did your neighbor say something again?
00:02:35Yes, but to be fair, Tom doesn't see how he parks.
00:02:39Well, she's alone, right?
00:02:41So that's hard, and maybe that's why she's so particular
00:02:44about her neighbors.
00:02:46I'm pretty sure I'm the only one who bothers her.
00:02:48We should invite her over.
00:02:50I don't think that's the solution.
00:02:52All right.
00:02:53Back to the schedule.
00:02:54What do you think about the pie pre-orders at the bakery?
00:02:57Should we stop them around the 15th?
00:03:00I mean, the longer we go, the more we sell.
00:03:03Although that does mean we'll work more overtime.
00:03:06We pay overtime?
00:03:08Nope.
00:03:09Perks of the family business.
00:03:11You do get leftovers, though.
00:03:13Lucky me.
00:03:15Okay, let's do December 18th,
00:03:17but maybe we take off the peppermint cream pies this year.
00:03:20They take longer.
00:03:21But only because you won't use my shortcut method.
00:03:23It doesn't taste the same.
00:03:25We stick to the family recipes.
00:03:32A beautiful day on 97.3 FM, but bundle up.
00:03:35Temperatures overnight got well into freezing territory,
00:03:38and it's a chilly 28 degrees this morning.
00:03:41So be careful out there.
00:03:43Up next, we have your favorite Christmas tunes
00:03:45to help you get in the holiday spirit.
00:03:47And as always, feel free to send us your requests.
00:03:54Oh!
00:04:00Oh!
00:04:01Oh!
00:04:03Oh!
00:04:04Rebecca?
00:04:08Oh!
00:04:09Easy, easy.
00:04:10Oh!
00:04:11You took quite a spill there.
00:04:13Oh!
00:04:14Where did you hit, your head?
00:04:16No, no, no, I'm, I'm...
00:04:17Do not say fine, I won't believe you.
00:04:20My arm took the worst of it.
00:04:22Let's get you to a doctor.
00:04:23No, it's not that serious.
00:04:25Are you a doctor?
00:04:26No, but maybe it'll stop hurting if I just sit here a minute.
00:04:30I, I don't think that's likely.
00:04:32I can drive you to the hospital.
00:04:34It's totally okay, come on.
00:04:35I can drive.
00:04:36You think?
00:04:38Come on.
00:04:41All right.
00:04:43Probably just need to ice it.
00:04:45Yeah, ice, x-rays.
00:04:48Careful now.
00:04:53Hey.
00:04:54Could have been worse.
00:04:55Could have needed surgery or a full arm thing.
00:04:59My elbow got dislocated.
00:05:01It feels worse.
00:05:03Sorry.
00:05:04But hey, you have a really cool sling.
00:05:07For several weeks.
00:05:09This is a big deal for me.
00:05:11Is it your first big injury?
00:05:13No.
00:05:14Well, yes, but that's not the reason.
00:05:17I need to work.
00:05:18No, I'm sure your boss will understand.
00:05:20Just give you some time off, maybe adjust a few things.
00:05:23I'm the boss.
00:05:25Even better.
00:05:26No, I own my own business.
00:05:29You probably wouldn't understand.
00:05:31Why not?
00:05:32Because when you own your own business, you don't get days off.
00:05:36You work harder than anyone else.
00:05:38Success or failure, it is all on you.
00:05:42I own a bakery.
00:05:44Really?
00:05:45Well, it's family business, but yeah, I'm one of the owners, so I get it.
00:05:51Oh.
00:05:54Hey, don't worry.
00:05:57You've had a rough morning, and maybe if you just go home, get some rest, do what the doctor said,
00:06:04tomorrow you'll be able to think more clearly about what's next.
00:06:08I'm thinking plenty clearly.
00:06:10Really, this is just the worst time for me not to be able to work.
00:06:15What do you do?
00:06:17I make wreaths.
00:06:19Wreaths?
00:06:21That keeps you busy?
00:06:24Sorry.
00:06:26I just thought when you want a wreath, you go online and order one or the store?
00:06:30Yeah, a store like mine.
00:06:32Here, let me help you.
00:06:34Christmas is my busiest season.
00:06:36It brings in 75% of my earnings for the entire year.
00:06:42Wow.
00:06:44Well, don't stress yet. I'm sure there's a solution.
00:06:48I don't know.
00:06:54All right.
00:06:55Careful. Here you go.
00:06:57Thanks.
00:06:59Now, do you need me to pick up any medicine for you?
00:07:02No, I'm fine.
00:07:04Are you sure?
00:07:05Yeah.
00:07:06You don't have to be tough.
00:07:08I'm not.
00:07:09Maybe I'm tired and I'll go inside and rest.
00:07:12Just like you said.
00:07:13Are you really going to do that?
00:07:16Yes.
00:07:18Allow me.
00:07:20That one.
00:07:21Okay.
00:07:24No problem.
00:07:27I mean it.
00:07:29Thank you for stopping to help me today.
00:07:31I never cross my mind to do anything different.
00:07:35Okay.
00:07:37But still.
00:07:39You're welcome.
00:07:40And if you need anything, just holler.
00:07:44Okay.
00:08:02What am I going to do?
00:08:05I should have paid more attention to the steps.
00:08:08Oh, honey.
00:08:09We can travel out there.
00:08:11No, Mom. You and Dad have your own lives, and Dad has to work.
00:08:14Well, then I can come.
00:08:16You're coming out for Christmas anyway, and changing your ticket would be expensive this late.
00:08:20Honey, the cost doesn't matter.
00:08:22But Dad needs you.
00:08:24He has frozen dinners in the freezer.
00:08:26Which we both know he won't eat.
00:08:29Look, Mom. I really am fine.
00:08:31I just need to figure out a few things with work.
00:08:34But you need some help.
00:08:37Maybe I don't.
00:08:39I just need to figure out the things that I can and can't do.
00:08:43Oh, hey. That's Angie.
00:08:45Oh, good.
00:08:46At least someone is there for you.
00:08:48Please let her help.
00:08:49I will.
00:08:50And you'll tell me if it gets to be too much.
00:08:52Of course.
00:08:53I mean it, Rebecca.
00:08:55Okay.
00:08:56Okay.
00:08:57I'm praying for you.
00:08:58Your Dad and I are both here, all right?
00:09:00Thanks, Mom.
00:09:01Love you.
00:09:02Love you, too.
00:09:07Hey.
00:09:09Oh, you poor thing.
00:09:10How did this happen?
00:09:12Are you okay?
00:09:13I'm fine. Well, enough.
00:09:14But can you drive me to the shop?
00:09:16Sure.
00:09:17Sure, but couldn't you rest?
00:09:23Here you go.
00:09:24Enjoy.
00:09:27Hey.
00:09:28Where have you been?
00:09:29Oh, yeah, sorry.
00:09:31Emergency came up.
00:09:32Oh, what emergency?
00:09:34My neighbor had an accident and got injured.
00:09:37She all right?
00:09:38I think so.
00:09:39Oh, good.
00:09:40Oh, and we are running low on yeast.
00:09:42There's more coming in tomorrow's shipment.
00:09:44Make sure we have enough to get us through the week.
00:09:46Always do.
00:09:51He took you to the hospital?
00:09:53Yes. I told him he didn't need to.
00:09:55I'm glad he didn't listen.
00:09:56I'm just surprised he was so caring.
00:09:59I think that might be a stretch.
00:10:01I think he was just being nice.
00:10:02Well, based on what you said about him, it's still surprising.
00:10:05What do you mean?
00:10:06I just thought that from the way you talked about him that he was rude.
00:10:11Oh, he's not.
00:10:13He's just inconsiderate, maybe.
00:10:15Or not him, but his guests, I guess.
00:10:19I don't know.
00:10:20I guess I don't really know him.
00:10:23Anyways, it doesn't matter because I have much bigger problems.
00:10:28Okay, pass me a branch.
00:10:30Rebecca.
00:10:31Okay, if I just hold this here with this hand and I will wedge it so it doesn't move.
00:10:37Can I help you?
00:10:38No, hang on.
00:10:39I can do it.
00:10:41All right.
00:10:42If I hold it here and then...
00:10:44Ooh.
00:10:45Ow.
00:10:46Are you going to stop being stubborn and let me help you now?
00:10:50Sure.
00:10:52But what am I going to do this month?
00:10:54I'm down for six weeks at a minimum.
00:10:56I can help you.
00:10:58Are you kidding me?
00:10:59December is the busiest shopping month and managing the department store keeps you late in the off season.
00:11:05Even more so now.
00:11:06Yeah, so?
00:11:07I get a day off here and there.
00:11:09Oh, is that all?
00:11:10I'm serious.
00:11:11I can shift schedules around and make the time.
00:11:14Angie, I know that you would and I am so tempted to say yes, but you have so much to do at work and you're needed there.
00:11:23And no offense, but you can't tie a bow with ribbon.
00:11:26It is difficult for some people.
00:11:30Fine, but you need someone.
00:11:33Or limit the number of wreaths you make.
00:11:37I can't.
00:11:38What about the Christmas market?
00:11:40Just sit it out this year.
00:11:41It brings in a third of my Christmas sales.
00:11:43And part of the proceeds goes to benefit a good cause at the church.
00:11:47Then there's only one thing to do.
00:11:49What?
00:11:51Seasonal worker needed for boutique wreath shop.
00:11:54Skills needed include...
00:11:56You think this will work?
00:11:58Lots of people need extra money at Christmas time.
00:12:00I hire several workers during the season.
00:12:03Come on, skills.
00:12:04Okay, um...
00:12:07Hardworking.
00:12:09Reliable.
00:12:11Comfortable with plants.
00:12:13Ooh, I for creativity and style.
00:12:17Floral design skills plus.
00:12:20Sure, why not?
00:12:21Available for December and possibly January.
00:12:25December, possibly January.
00:12:27That works.
00:12:29Oh, can you also add must be able to follow instructions?
00:12:32Got it.
00:12:33The last thing I need is someone making wreaths that aren't fit to sell, right?
00:12:37Yes, but don't be too picky.
00:12:40You ready?
00:12:41I guess so.
00:12:44How long do you think it'll take before we hear from some applicants?
00:12:49See?
00:12:53Wreaths and ribbons, how can I help you?
00:12:57Yes, I'm happy to see if that order came through.
00:12:59Hey, take it easy.
00:13:01I'm fine. You go on home.
00:13:03Okay, let me get you inside.
00:13:05Delivery?
00:13:09It's from Jason, my neighbor.
00:13:11The bread must be from his bakery.
00:13:13Bakery, huh?
00:13:14That's nice of him.
00:13:15Yeah, it is.
00:13:19And now you don't have to worry about me having something to eat tonight.
00:13:22Well, I get a slice of that though, right?
00:13:25Oh good!
00:13:27Thanks for letting me come in to interview.
00:13:30I appreciate you coming in so quickly.
00:13:32So you're in college right now?
00:13:33Uh, no.
00:13:36Oh, well, it's a lot of work to find a job.
00:13:38Yeah...
00:13:39And to be honest, I've been working my butt off lately.
00:13:41Are you sure?
00:13:42Yes, but I'm a little tired.
00:13:45Okay.
00:13:46I'll be back.
00:13:48Awesome.
00:13:51I'm not sure what to expect from you.
00:13:53Yeah, I have classes every day and finals coming up.
00:13:56Oh, so what's your availability?
00:13:58I can come in and work about six hours a day.
00:14:01Great.
00:14:02I drew up a schedule.
00:14:04The red is my class and study schedule.
00:14:08So the hours you have open are before 7 a.m. and after 9 p.m.?
00:14:14But I can come in at lunchtime. I'll just work while I eat.
00:14:17Oh, okay.
00:14:21So you have some great experience here.
00:14:23And your reference at the craft store was very complimentary.
00:14:26Oh, thank you.
00:14:28So I assume you're comfortable ringing up orders...
00:14:30Achoo!
00:14:31Bless you.
00:14:32Sorry. Excuse me.
00:14:34Of course. As I was saying, so ringing up orders and...
00:14:37Achoo!
00:14:38Are you okay?
00:14:40Oh, yes. Allergies, I guess.
00:14:43What are you allergic to?
00:14:45Just certain things. Achoo!
00:14:48Any plants? Like flowers or pine?
00:14:53Achoo!
00:15:07Hi. Are you here for the job interview?
00:15:10Yeah.
00:15:15Maybe this isn't going to work.
00:15:18Get well soon, though.
00:15:20You too.
00:15:28Pastor Kevin? I have this week's wreath.
00:15:32Rebecca. Good to see you.
00:15:35What happened?
00:15:36An icy step and bad balance.
00:15:39Oh, I'm so sorry. Here, let me take that.
00:15:44Will it be all right?
00:15:46Eventually.
00:15:47Are you still going to participate in the church's Christmas market?
00:15:50Yes.
00:15:51Oh, good.
00:15:52How many families are you hoping to help with the church's portion?
00:15:54As many as we can.
00:15:56Well, there's a lot of work to do then.
00:15:58I'm trying to hire someone to help at the store.
00:16:01No luck yet, but I do have one more interview today.
00:16:04I'm hoping it works out.
00:16:06Well, I could probably stop by the shop a few times and help make some wreaths.
00:16:11Thank you, but I know you are in the thick of everything planning the market.
00:16:15Well, I'm sorry you're going through this now, but it'll work out.
00:16:21God is watching over you.
00:16:31Hi. Are you Peter?
00:16:33Yeah. Sorry I'm late for my interview.
00:16:35No, it's no problem.
00:16:36The thing is, I got another job.
00:16:39Oh.
00:16:40Sorry. It came up a little unexpectedly, but I just thought I should let you know.
00:16:43Well, thank you. That's very thoughtful of you.
00:16:46Good luck.
00:16:50Great.
00:17:02Oh. Hi.
00:17:04Hey. I am in the right place.
00:17:06I figured when I saw the sign, this is probably your shop.
00:17:10Now I know.
00:17:12Yeah.
00:17:14What can I help you with?
00:17:16Oh, nothing. I just wanted to see how you are with your arm and all.
00:17:20Oh, it's fine. Everything's fine.
00:17:24Really?
00:17:26Not really.
00:17:28There's just so much work to do, and it just keeps getting worse because I can't...
00:17:34You could hire someone.
00:17:36That's proving to be a lot trickier than I thought it would be.
00:17:39It's either everyone's already busy, or they're not a fit.
00:17:43What is it you need someone to do?
00:17:45Make the wreaths. I can help and point out where everything goes.
00:17:50I think someone would be able to follow my instructions well enough.
00:17:54I don't know. Maybe this all was just a bad idea.
00:17:59I'll do it.
00:18:01What?
00:18:02I'll help. Is it very hard?
00:18:04Well, it's not exactly easy, but...
00:18:08You have to teach someone to do it, right?
00:18:10Yeah, I guess so.
00:18:13Don't you have a job? Your bakery?
00:18:16We start early and close at 2 p.m. That's the beauty of a bakery.
00:18:21So I can be available most afternoons and evenings.
00:18:26Do you need someone in the morning, though?
00:18:28Ideally, but I could handle calls and take customers picking up orders and anything else with one arm here.
00:18:37As long as you don't overdo it, right?
00:18:40I think we can get through that pile pretty quickly.
00:18:43Oh, it's not just this. There's a lot to make for the Christmas market, and I really want to participate this year.
00:18:50Part of the proceeds of the market...
00:18:52I go to the church for families in need. I know. We have a spot there for the bakery, too.
00:18:57So you understand.
00:18:59Oh, but that means you'll be plenty busy, too, then.
00:19:02Not really. We can only make so many baked goods ahead of time.
00:19:06I'm serious when I say I can help you here. If you want.
00:19:11But why?
00:19:13Sorry?
00:19:14Why would you help me?
00:19:16Because... it's Christmas.
00:19:20What better time to help my neighbor, right?
00:19:24Okay.
00:19:29I'm so glad you found someone for the shop.
00:19:31What's his name?
00:19:32Jason. He lives next door.
00:19:34Oh, so you know him.
00:19:36Barely, but I didn't have many other choices.
00:19:38Well, all he has to be able to do is whatever you can't right now.
00:19:42Yeah, I just wish I was able to find someone else. Hopefully it'll all work out and not be strange.
00:19:50I'm still going to check on our flights, see if we can get out there any earlier and help.
00:19:54No, it'll be fine. Don't worry.
00:19:58Give me a hand here, Jason, would you? These won't bake themselves.
00:20:01Yeah.
00:20:02What are you working on over there?
00:20:04Schedules. I thought we had it all set for the month.
00:20:07I'm just looking at shuffling a few shifts and some extra stuff.
00:20:10Someone need more time off?
00:20:12Yeah, me.
00:20:14What's going on?
00:20:15My neighbor needs some help over at your shop.
00:20:17Oh, the one who had an accident?
00:20:19Poor dear. When does she need help?
00:20:21This month.
00:20:23You're going to help her all month?
00:20:24Why not?
00:20:25Well, that's awfully generous of you.
00:20:27And knowable, but you're going to overwork yourself.
00:20:29I'll be fine.
00:20:31But Christmas is our busy time.
00:20:33And we handle it every year.
00:20:35I'll be here. I'm just looking at some shifts that Tom or Gabby might want to pick up. That's all.
00:20:40It's your decision, but...
00:20:42But we're glad you're helping someone who really needs it.
00:20:48This one here is your order.
00:20:53Do you need help?
00:20:54Uh, nope. I can do it.
00:21:00Oh.
00:21:03I kept that for you.
00:21:04Oh.
00:21:08Thanks.
00:21:11Here you go.
00:21:13You're welcome.
00:21:14Merry Christmas.
00:21:15Merry Christmas.
00:21:18I could have gotten that.
00:21:19Maybe we should create a space for the finished orders. That way you don't risk hurting your arm.
00:21:24Maybe.
00:21:26You ready?
00:21:27Sure.
00:21:28I got a delivery with all the supplies that I used to make wreaths.
00:21:31It's in the back.
00:21:32Do you want to grab it and we'll get started?
00:21:34Yep. On it.
00:21:37These are the frames we start with.
00:21:38Okay.
00:21:39So you take a few branches and you put them in the frame.
00:21:44These are real.
00:21:45Fresh. Yes.
00:21:47Okay.
00:21:48Put them into the frame.
00:21:53Uh, here. So try...
00:21:55It's hard doing that with one hand.
00:21:58Just like that.
00:22:02That's just the first one. It looks a lot prettier when it's all done.
00:22:05I'll take your word for it.
00:22:07Okay. Next one.
00:22:09Okay.
00:22:11Just make sure it doesn't move.
00:22:14So tighter.
00:22:19Like that?
00:22:21No.
00:22:22Not really.
00:22:28All right. Use this first.
00:22:34Okay.
00:22:35All right. Use this first.
00:22:40Not there.
00:22:41Okay. Where?
00:22:42Here.
00:22:47Okay. Now...
00:22:49This.
00:22:52No. Other side.
00:22:55Here.
00:23:02And then this one.
00:23:06Do you want to tell me where you want this?
00:23:10Here.
00:23:16Good enough.
00:23:17I can work on this later.
00:23:19Do you want to call it a day?
00:23:21Are you sure? We didn't get much done.
00:23:23I know.
00:23:25But it'll get easier and faster as you...
00:23:28We get used to it.
00:23:31So, um...
00:23:35Yeah. Well, I'll, uh...
00:23:38See you tomorrow.
00:23:39Good night.
00:23:47She's really picky about how to do things.
00:23:50And okay, I'm not perfect at this, but I can't even get there without her hovering.
00:23:54I mean, she barely let me take out the trash yesterday.
00:23:57And half the things she needs help with, she won't even let me do.
00:24:00Well, I can't say that I'm surprised.
00:24:02Me neither. Why?
00:24:03Well, because of the injury she's sustained,
00:24:06she probably feels like there's a lot that's out of her control.
00:24:09So, of course, she's going to hang on to whatever she can.
00:24:12That's not what I was going to say.
00:24:14She's just not helping the situation, though.
00:24:16You should just tell her to step aside. Let you do your own thing.
00:24:19It's her shop. I'm pretty sure she'd just toss me out if I did that.
00:24:22You know, a little finesse could go a long way, Tom.
00:24:25You keep telling me that.
00:24:27Be patient. It's just a start.
00:24:29And if it's too much trouble, leave her.
00:24:31Let her figure it out on her own.
00:24:33What Tom means is keep working at it if you really want to help her.
00:24:36And, you know, eventually she'll see the difference you're making.
00:24:40Not sure that's what I said.
00:24:45The peppermint cream holds better in mine.
00:24:47It's stiff. My pie is fluffy.
00:24:50I don't like the taste.
00:24:52It's just as good as yours.
00:24:53That's opinion.
00:24:55Well, at least we agree on that.
00:24:56Miranda, we've been using my recipe for years.
00:24:58Customers notice when we change something.
00:25:01Jason, try these, will you?
00:25:04Okay.
00:25:17Yeah, they both taste great.
00:25:19Which is better?
00:25:21There isn't a better.
00:25:22Well, they're different recipes, so there must be one better than the other.
00:25:25They're slightly different in texture, sweetness, flavor.
00:25:29But I don't feel that one is better than the other.
00:25:32Honestly, I think they're both great.
00:25:34Thank you, dear.
00:25:36You are so diplomatic, it's annoying.
00:25:38I'm telling the truth.
00:25:40What does it matter anyway?
00:25:41I thought we decided we weren't doing peppermint cream pie for Christmas.
00:25:44Excellent point. This is a useless debate.
00:25:46A lot of customers have asked to pre-order it for Christmas.
00:25:49I really think we should make it available.
00:25:52Well, whatever you two decide.
00:25:55Hey, can I take a slice of each of these for later?
00:25:58Of course.
00:26:06Hi.
00:26:07Hi.
00:26:08Uh, hungry? I brought some pie from the bakery.
00:26:11Uh, maybe later. There's a lot of work to do.
00:26:14You can put it in the fridge and back.
00:26:16Okay, yeah.
00:26:26Here, let me do that.
00:26:28Oh, I got it.
00:26:30It's definitely easier to do with two hands. Come on.
00:26:33Thanks.
00:26:41Be sure to get behind you.
00:26:49I'm sorry.
00:26:51Be sure to get behind you.
00:27:03And get under the table next.
00:27:10I get everything out from under the hard-to-reach places first before I put it into piles.
00:27:14You know what?
00:27:16Let's have that pie now.
00:27:22Leave the room alone!
00:27:29I'm not much of a pie person.
00:27:32Oh, you'll change your mind after you have these.
00:27:34Did you bake them?
00:27:36No, my mom made this one.
00:27:38And this slice came from a pie that my sister Miranda made.
00:27:42Oh.
00:27:44Try them both.
00:27:52That's good.
00:27:54Try the other one.
00:28:05Okay, so my mom and sister have this ongoing debate which peppermint cream pie is better.
00:28:10Now, my mom's recipe we've used for years.
00:28:13But Miranda's recipe is a bit quicker to make.
00:28:16They both taste good.
00:28:18Exactly. That's what I told them.
00:28:20There's differences, but none that detract from the taste or look, right?
00:28:24Right.
00:28:26So, what's the problem?
00:28:28Well, my mom won't give my sister's recipe a chance.
00:28:31Because it's different?
00:28:33Because it's not her way.
00:28:36Oh, well, that's silly. Just because it's not her way doesn't make it wrong.
00:28:42Really? Is that what you're doing with this?
00:28:46I thought you were just being nice with the pie.
00:28:48I am.
00:28:50All right, fine. You finish sweeping, and I'll finish the pie.
00:28:55Fair enough.
00:29:03He's right.
00:29:05Don't say that.
00:29:07I'm sorry, but you need to let him help, even if it means he's doing things a little bit differently than you're used to.
00:29:13But we're moving so slowly.
00:29:15And they're not turning out the same as when I make them.
00:29:18Do the wreaths look bad?
00:29:20Well, no.
00:29:22Okay, just a thought here.
00:29:24But do you think that it's possible that you're keeping too tight a grip on things?
00:29:28You would, too. It's quality control.
00:29:31Is it? Or is it possible that we're getting into the micromanaging territory?
00:29:35I don't do that.
00:29:38Okay, I can't help it.
00:29:40I've worked by myself for so long.
00:29:42It's an adjustment. I get it.
00:29:44But look, you are letting me help you fold your clothes.
00:29:47Well, folding socks with one hand is very difficult.
00:29:51My point is, you can let someone else help.
00:29:55And he's trying his best.
00:29:57So don't overlook that for a ribbon on a wreath that isn't tied to your liking.
00:30:09Come in.
00:30:13Hey.
00:30:16Hey.
00:30:17Hi. Sorry to bother you and your, uh, cooking.
00:30:24I was just, uh, making dinner.
00:30:26Do you want some?
00:30:27No, thank you. I had the pie.
00:30:29That's not a meal.
00:30:31Come on, I have plenty.
00:30:34I actually came over because I want to tell you that you're right.
00:30:40Excuse me?
00:30:41There's more than one right way to do something.
00:30:45And I'm not just talking about the sweeping. I'm talking about the wreaths, too.
00:30:50Okay.
00:30:52It's just that I look at the stack of orders growing taller and taller at the shop, and I'm...
00:30:58I'm just worried that we're not making a lot of progress.
00:31:02I know. And it's not perfect yet, but I'll get better.
00:31:07No, it's not all on you.
00:31:10Thank you, but I understand your worry.
00:31:14What if you were to sketch the wreaths that we're working on?
00:31:17You know, like an instruction manual.
00:31:19That way you can show me and talk me through the steps.
00:31:23Okay.
00:31:24That'll help me get to work without you having to explain each step one wreath at a time.
00:31:29Yeah, I like that.
00:31:31You really think that'll make it go faster?
00:31:34Well, it's worth a shot, isn't it?
00:31:37Yeah.
00:31:40Okay.
00:31:56Hi!
00:31:58Wow. You've been busy.
00:32:01Well, you inspired me last night, so I hope this works.
00:32:05In thinking through the various styles, I went ahead and sketched how they should look, like you suggested.
00:32:12They're not perfect. It's hard drawing with my other hand.
00:32:17These are beautiful.
00:32:20I didn't know you were an artist.
00:32:22I used to draw some. A long time ago.
00:32:26So I gathered everything together for the top two styles.
00:32:29And you rearranged things, too?
00:32:31They're like an assembly line, so you have space to put together the structure of the wreath, and then to start decorating.
00:32:37There are a few things I think I can do easily enough, like spray the snow frost and stuff like that.
00:32:42But I will need help with the ribbon.
00:32:44All right.
00:32:46This is good.
00:33:01This one?
00:33:03This one?
00:33:05This one?
00:33:36So what do you do the rest of the year?
00:33:38This? I make wreaths for whatever season or upcoming holiday.
00:33:42You'd be surprised at how many people come in and get one for loved ones.
00:33:46Kind of like a flower shop.
00:33:47Oh, yeah. I can see that.
00:33:49I never would have thought of that myself.
00:33:52We get the same kind of rushes at the bakery, like during different holidays, or just when someone wants to cheer up a friend with some loaves of bread or pie.
00:34:00Can't go wrong with food to celebrate.
00:34:02Exactly.
00:34:04But these last longer and have fewer calories.
00:34:08Have you always worked with your family's bakery?
00:34:10Pretty much.
00:34:12My mom and dad took it over from my mom's parents, and it was basically expected that we all work there in high school and through college.
00:34:19What did you study?
00:34:21Accounting.
00:34:22Oh.
00:34:24Dad doesn't love managing the business side of the bakery, so that was one way I could help.
00:34:31Do you like it?
00:34:32I don't mind it.
00:34:34I actually get to do a lot of different things, from baking to cleaning to putting up signs for Christmas and sales to manning the books.
00:34:45Like a true owner.
00:34:47Yeah.
00:34:48And now you're here, putting more on your plate.
00:34:51The bakery has the rest of my family to help.
00:34:54This is kind of a nice break for me, anyway.
00:34:57More work is a break?
00:34:59That's nice to do something different.
00:35:03Do you think you'll take over for your parents after they retire?
00:35:06Uh, probably.
00:35:08Or at least that's what everyone assumes.
00:35:11You don't seem excited about it.
00:35:14It's not that per se.
00:35:16I just, I wouldn't mind doing something else.
00:35:18Like what?
00:35:20Well, for a while now, I've wanted to start my own restaurant.
00:35:25Really?
00:35:27Really?
00:35:28With what type of food?
00:35:30It doesn't really fall into one category.
00:35:33It's kind of a fusion of flavors and influences and recipes that I've sort of worked on and fine-tuned over the years.
00:35:41That's amazing.
00:35:43You should do it.
00:35:45Thanks, but I'm not there yet.
00:35:49The bakery's always so busy, and I don't know how my parents will feel.
00:35:55You haven't talked to him about it yet?
00:35:57No.
00:35:59My dad's always telling me he doesn't know what he'd do without me.
00:36:02Oh.
00:36:04Yeah, it's not the right time now, anyway.
00:36:09He's so nice, and he's sacrificing so much.
00:36:13But he's gotta be tiring himself out with everything he's doing.
00:36:17And yet he still does it.
00:36:19I feel horrible when I think of what I thought of him before.
00:36:23Him being an inconsiderate neighbor who let his guest block your driveway?
00:36:27Oh, yes. In hindsight, it wasn't so bad.
00:36:32But I could have been nicer.
00:36:34It hasn't stopped him from wanting to help.
00:36:36No, it hasn't even stopped him from being nice.
00:36:40He's always weaving and smiling.
00:36:44He could be one of those people who just lets things bounce right off of him.
00:36:48Maybe.
00:36:50Or, he could have a different motive.
00:36:53What?
00:36:55Nothing.
00:36:57I should meet him sometime.
00:36:59Okay.
00:37:01Oh, we should hurry so you aren't late for your follow-up appointment with the doctor.
00:37:07You make fake wreaths, right?
00:37:09I call them artificial.
00:37:11And yes, technically you do too.
00:37:13You made some the other day.
00:37:15It's all such a blur now.
00:37:17So which are more popular?
00:37:19The fresh ones. There's something more special about them.
00:37:23They're harder to make, though, right?
00:37:25Yes and no. Each need a bit of creativity and work to make them shine.
00:37:29Well, you are very creative.
00:37:32It's a lot for one person to handle.
00:37:34I can handle it, usually.
00:37:36So how do you take time off?
00:37:38Go on vacation, or if you're not feeling well, go home and rest.
00:37:41If I had to, I could close up early or something.
00:37:45Have you ever done that?
00:37:47Not really, but this is important to me.
00:37:50So important you won't have someone back you up?
00:37:53It's easier to be self-sufficient and not depend on anyone.
00:37:58Oh, hey, I don't know how often you're used to getting paid, but here.
00:38:03Oh no, that's not necessary.
00:38:05It is.
00:38:07You're working here.
00:38:08I'm helping.
00:38:10I never expected to get paid.
00:38:12Why would you not get paid?
00:38:14You're spending so much time here, and I was going to hire someone anyway.
00:38:19Thanks, but I'm fine without it.
00:38:23Okay, this one is going to the church, right?
00:38:26Should we take it over?
00:38:28Um, yeah, sure.
00:38:36What's wrong?
00:38:39Nothing.
00:38:42You've been scowling at me the whole drive over.
00:38:45Sorry.
00:38:47And I'm not scowling.
00:38:49I'm just puzzled.
00:38:51About what?
00:38:53You're different than I thought.
00:38:57Okay.
00:38:59I mean, I thought you were...
00:39:02I guess I was judging you based on the tiny bit I knew of you as my neighbor,
00:39:07and I wasn't even close to who you really are.
00:39:11Oh.
00:39:13I'm sorry.
00:39:15I didn't give you much of a chance.
00:39:18If you assume something about me, it's probably because I gave you a reason to.
00:39:23And it's natural to have certain assumptions after you meet someone.
00:39:28But I am glad that we know each other better now.
00:39:33Me too.
00:39:37Hi, I'm Candace Cameron.
00:39:39Sir Kevin likes to hang out right up here.
00:39:41You know, I've seen these on Sundays.
00:39:43I just never connected that they were from you.
00:39:47Do you bring one often then?
00:39:49Every week.
00:39:50Oh, I thought they lasted longer than that.
00:39:52They do.
00:39:53He gives them to a family after services.
00:39:55Spreads some cheer.
00:39:57That's really nice.
00:39:58Hey, Rebecca.
00:40:00And Jason.
00:40:01Good to see you both.
00:40:03Hi, Pastor.
00:40:04How's the arm?
00:40:05Getting better.
00:40:06Jason's actually been helping me at the shop so I don't overdo it.
00:40:08That's very kind of you.
00:40:10Oh, Jason.
00:40:11Your father called about the booth for the Christmas market.
00:40:14Could you let him know that the spot that he wanted works fine and I'll reserve that for the bakery.
00:40:18Sure thing.
00:40:20I'm looking forward to it.
00:40:21Just a week away now.
00:40:22There's so much to prepare still.
00:40:24We'll let you get back to it.
00:40:26Well, stay as long as you like.
00:40:27And thanks again for the wreath, Rebecca.
00:40:29She donates one to the church every week.
00:40:31So generous.
00:40:33See ya.
00:40:34Bye.
00:40:35See ya.
00:40:42Do you make these too?
00:40:44No.
00:40:45I just can't help myself.
00:40:49Hey, can I ask you something?
00:40:51Of course.
00:40:52You mentioned before you don't really like depending on anyone else.
00:40:56Why is that?
00:40:58Well...
00:41:01You know, it's not weakness to ask for help.
00:41:07I know.
00:41:09Relying on someone means trusting them.
00:41:15I used to want to be an interior designer.
00:41:17Like for people's homes and offices and such.
00:41:21I was interning at a design firm and was paired with someone.
00:41:25Neil.
00:41:27Several people were coming up with designs for this new tech company's headquarters.
00:41:32It was a big deal.
00:41:35I worked so hard coming up with styles and themes and throwing them out until I had the best.
00:41:44I showed it to Neil and he said he wanted to help me fine tune it.
00:41:49Instead, he took my work and turned it in as if it were only his.
00:41:55It launched his career and it left me behind.
00:42:00I'm sorry.
00:42:03What bothered me the most is I thought we were friends.
00:42:07But he was talking about me behind my back the whole time.
00:42:12So between that and the scheming, well...
00:42:16Anyone who says they want to help usually has another motive.
00:42:21Then what's my motive?
00:42:24I've been trying to figure that out.
00:42:27Can't it just be that I care?
00:42:30I don't know.
00:42:32Well, it is.
00:42:35Everybody deserves to have people in their lives who care about them.
00:42:41Just know that you do too.
00:42:44Even if you don't believe me.
00:42:47I believe you.
00:42:55Thanks for coming with me.
00:42:56I was happy to.
00:42:58And for your work today.
00:43:00You're welcome.
00:43:01You know, since you won't let me pay you, can I at least buy you dinner?
00:43:07Uh...
00:43:09I have a better idea.
00:43:17Here we are.
00:43:18Wow.
00:43:20Oh, good.
00:43:22Oh, and this one...
00:43:25Pumpkin or cinnamon?
00:43:27Ooh.
00:43:28Mmm...
00:43:30Both.
00:43:31All right.
00:43:33Now we just need some plates and cups.
00:43:36Okay.
00:43:37Which one's your favorite?
00:43:39Mmm...
00:43:40I can't pick.
00:43:41I think depending on my mood, either one could be my first choice.
00:43:45And for nine o'clock at night?
00:43:48Mmm...
00:43:49The cinnamon one.
00:43:51Good choice.
00:43:53Thank you for this.
00:43:55So much for me treating you, though.
00:43:57Maybe some other time.
00:44:00So you said you have the recipes for the restaurant.
00:44:03Do you use any of them here?
00:44:05Uh, no.
00:44:06Although, sometimes I'll take the leftover loaves and make cake truffles.
00:44:12How so?
00:44:13Well, imagine that cinnamon one with some more ingredients mixed in...
00:44:18Mmm...
00:44:19Like a ball and then dipped in chocolate.
00:44:21That sounds delicious.
00:44:23How'd you even come up with a recipe for something like that?
00:44:26Just experimenting.
00:44:28Is that what you like about cooking?
00:44:30Yeah, yeah, the, uh, discovery process of creating something new.
00:44:34And when it tastes amazing, even better.
00:44:38Don't all your recipes taste amazing?
00:44:40Uh, at first, it was very hit or miss.
00:44:44But I liked figuring out the balance to get just the right taste.
00:44:48I don't know, maybe that's where the accounting side comes in.
00:44:51Balancing numbers and now ingredients.
00:44:55So would you be the chef?
00:44:57Probably at first.
00:44:59But, you know, I'd need others to cook and wait tables, help.
00:45:04You know, I certainly couldn't do it by myself.
00:45:07Yeah, yeah, yeah, I get it.
00:45:09Hello?
00:45:12That's my mom.
00:45:13Uh, we're out in front.
00:45:15Hey, if you wouldn't mind just keeping the restaurant thing between us for now.
00:45:19Of course.
00:45:20Hello.
00:45:21What are you doing here so...
00:45:23Oh, hi.
00:45:25Hi.
00:45:26This is Rebecca.
00:45:28Rebecca, this is Joyce, my mom, and Aaron, my dad.
00:45:32How wonderful to meet you.
00:45:33You as well.
00:45:35It's been a while since you snuck a date here.
00:45:37Mom.
00:45:38I'm teasing.
00:45:40He makes it too easy.
00:45:42So what brings you guys in?
00:45:43Well, your mom was convinced we didn't have enough dough rising, so here we are to check.
00:45:48Jason said you got injured.
00:45:49How are you feeling now?
00:45:51Getting better every day.
00:45:52And really, your son has been so nice.
00:45:55Very helpful and never complains.
00:45:57Really?
00:45:58Oh, he complains here a lot.
00:46:00Only when you make me deep clean the oven.
00:46:02Yeah.
00:46:08Hi, nice to see you.
00:46:10Merry Christmas.
00:46:11Yeah, Merry Christmas to you too.
00:46:12Good to see you.
00:46:14Hi.
00:46:15Morning.
00:46:17Hey, how was your weekend?
00:46:19Good so far.
00:46:21I heard there was a guest at the bakery last night.
00:46:24Mom told you?
00:46:26Very excitedly.
00:46:28Really?
00:46:29Expect more questions from Mom when she gets here.
00:46:31You know it's not much of a secret you like Rebecca, right?
00:46:36Making excuses for her whenever she's unhappy with you for something?
00:46:41Why do that?
00:46:42Well, maybe I...
00:46:44And now sacrificing all your extra time helping her with her store?
00:46:47Dead giveaway.
00:46:49Okay, thank you.
00:46:50But I'm just helping her because I...
00:46:52Like her.
00:46:53I walked right into that one.
00:46:55Yep.
00:46:56Look who's here.
00:46:58Good morning.
00:47:00Hi, Rebecca.
00:47:01This is my sister Miranda.
00:47:02Hi, Miranda.
00:47:04Great to meet you.
00:47:05You too.
00:47:06So, I'm going to go find a seat.
00:47:08I'll see you later?
00:47:09Yeah.
00:47:14I didn't know she came here, did you?
00:47:16Yeah.
00:47:17But she used to pretend she didn't see me.
00:47:20Wow.
00:47:21Now you must be doing something right.
00:47:24Come.
00:47:27Are you okay?
00:47:28You look a bit tired.
00:47:29You flatter me.
00:47:31You're not working too much, are you?
00:47:33Not nearly as much as Jason is.
00:47:40Jason, right?
00:47:41Yeah.
00:47:42I've heard so much about you.
00:47:43That's ominous.
00:47:45It thinks.
00:47:46I promise.
00:47:47This is my friend Angie.
00:47:48It's nice to meet you.
00:47:49Nice to meet you.
00:47:50I was just telling Rebecca that she needs to take a break occasionally.
00:47:53What do you think Sundays are for?
00:47:55Day of rest.
00:47:56I'm resting.
00:47:57Well, tonight is the Nativity Art Show.
00:48:00I went last year and it was very sweet.
00:48:02So, you'll go?
00:48:03Both of you?
00:48:05Sure.
00:48:06What is it exactly?
00:48:07Oh, lots of families bring their nativity sets to display.
00:48:11There ends up being a lot of different styles.
00:48:13It's very unique.
00:48:15So?
00:48:17Yeah, I'll come.
00:48:18Yeah, yeah.
00:48:19Great.
00:48:20Jason, do you mind driving her?
00:48:22Might as well come together and you can make sure that Rebecca doesn't slip and fall again.
00:48:26Hey.
00:48:27I will.
00:48:28Starts at 7 o'clock.
00:48:29Okay, I'll pick you up at 645?
00:48:32Great.
00:48:33I'll see you then.
00:48:38What was that?
00:48:39A date.
00:48:40You're welcome.
00:48:41Angie, it is not like that.
00:48:43Then open your eyes.
00:48:53It's not a date, Angie.
00:49:03I had no idea there were this many types of nativities.
00:49:10My mom gets a Christmas catalog every year.
00:49:12It's full of them.
00:49:14I mean, the different things that they're made from and the styles.
00:49:18I thought all nativities looked like my grandmother's set.
00:49:22What did that look like?
00:49:24Fragile.
00:49:25Now there were all these little cracks and chips in the ceramic.
00:49:31I think she had to glue them together any time anybody played with them.
00:49:36My mom used to collect them for a while, too.
00:49:39Until she realized that we ran out of spots in the house to actually display them.
00:49:44So she ended up giving them away to our neighbor friends.
00:49:47How about you?
00:49:48Do you have one?
00:49:50Not anymore.
00:49:52After I moved in, I misplaced some boxes and I haven't found my set since.
00:49:57You know, I remember the day you moved in.
00:50:00You do?
00:50:01Yeah, it was snowing and you and the movers had to dust off all the snow off the top of the boxes.
00:50:06Oh, it was snowing.
00:50:08Everything was so damp.
00:50:10I unpacked all my books first, just in case the boxes soaked through.
00:50:14I'll admit, I was nursing a cold and selfishly decided not to go out and help you move in.
00:50:21Mmm.
00:50:23You're forgiven.
00:50:26So what brought you to the neighborhood?
00:50:30It was my fresh start after my failed interior design career and just figuring out everything that came after that.
00:50:38I was so excited.
00:50:40A little scared, too, trying something new.
00:50:43But a few months after that, my wreath shop was taking off.
00:50:48Seems like everything's worked out pretty well.
00:50:50Yeah, I guess so.
00:50:53That's good.
00:50:54I know you work hard and you're good at what you do.
00:50:57It's just nice to see that kind of success.
00:51:01You deserve it.
00:51:03Thanks.
00:51:09So, any favorites here?
00:51:14No, not really.
00:51:16Oh, come on. There's got to be at least one.
00:51:18That's the problem. There's like 20.
00:51:21Top three.
00:51:24No, I can't do it.
00:51:26I'm the guy that shops at the big box stores because they limit the number of choices you have.
00:51:30It stresses me out.
00:51:36What? What's wrong?
00:51:38Nothing. This one is just beautiful.
00:51:42Yeah, it is.
00:51:43It just seems so peaceful.
00:51:47Is that silly to say?
00:51:49No, not at all.
00:51:53Admit it. This one is your favorite.
00:51:56Yes. This one is definitely one of my 25 most favorite ones here.
00:52:07Excuse me. I have a work party. Do you have more of these in the back?
00:52:10Let me check.
00:52:14Anyone know why we're running out of rolls so fast?
00:52:16The closer to Christmas we get, the more everyone eats.
00:52:19And it's only going to get busier.
00:52:21Every year, too. I mean, five years ago, it wasn't this busy.
00:52:24Just think how it'll be when you're running it all, Jason.
00:52:27Yeah.
00:52:32Guess what?
00:52:33What?
00:52:34We're almost caught up. By this time tomorrow, we'll be finished with all the online orders.
00:52:38Really?
00:52:39Which is perfect timing because I usually switch all my efforts fully over to the Christmas market.
00:52:45Oh.
00:52:47What?
00:52:48No, I just, I forgot about that.
00:52:50I'm sorry. You're already doing so much.
00:52:53No, it's fine.
00:52:54It's not fine. Your responsibilities at the bakery keep you so busy.
00:52:58Do you want to take a day off from this?
00:53:00I can juggle both. It's no worry.
00:53:05Come on. We're closing up early and going out.
00:53:09Why?
00:53:10Because you deserve a break. How about dinner to start?
00:53:14Uh, why don't we grab something to go?
00:53:17Okay. To go where?
00:53:19You'll see.
00:53:26Here we are.
00:53:27What is this place?
00:53:29Place to grab dinner one day.
00:53:33Your future restaurant?
00:53:35I've had my eye on this place ever since it closed down.
00:53:38I think it'd be perfect.
00:53:41I'd need to adjust a few things to make it work for what I want.
00:53:44Like, I think I'd rearrange the seating a bit to give people some privacy,
00:53:48but still let them feel like the presence of the place.
00:53:52Sounds like it'd be cozy. Romantic.
00:53:55Yeah.
00:53:56Then I'd take the counter out further, give some more space to work behind.
00:54:00How fancy do you want to make it?
00:54:02I can't decide. I, I like the whole waiter and sit down experience.
00:54:07Maybe because it's different from the bakery,
00:54:09but there's an energy to the quick turnover of customers if I go more fast casual.
00:54:16Maybe it's a little bit of both.
00:54:19What if the ordering process is fast casual,
00:54:22but then there's little small pockets of seating for privacy?
00:54:26Let people enjoy their evenings.
00:54:29I like that.
00:54:31Anyway, it doesn't matter right now, of course.
00:54:34It's not the right time.
00:54:36It could be.
00:54:38Can't the bakery run without you?
00:54:41I'd like to think so.
00:54:43I just worry that without somebody really running it,
00:54:47that it, it might fail and I don't want that either.
00:54:51Do your sisters want to run the bakery?
00:54:53Well, they love it.
00:54:55I just don't think they want the pressure of fully being in charge, so.
00:54:58It falls on you.
00:55:00Maybe it's foolish to risk starting a new restaurant when we already have something successful.
00:55:06It's not foolish to dream.
00:55:08And if you don't try it, you'll always regret it or wonder if you could have made it thrive.
00:55:14That's why it got me to open up my shop.
00:55:17I'm glad you're here.
00:55:20Was that difficult?
00:55:22I mean, I know it had to be, but how did you make it into what it is now?
00:55:28It started off as a gift shop with home decor, but there was nothing special about it.
00:55:34I hadn't created anything.
00:55:36I love Christmas, so I started making wreaths to offer at the shop.
00:55:41They did so well, I started making them year round.
00:55:44Not someone else's inventory, but my creations.
00:55:48That's what I want.
00:55:51So what are you going to do then?
00:55:54I don't know.
00:55:56Maybe you could start by bringing your parents here to see this place.
00:56:01Maybe.
00:56:04My interest in this place started when I was a little girl.
00:56:09Maybe.
00:56:13My interior design skills are a bit rusty, but I could help design something when you're ready.
00:56:20At the very least, I could supply some awesome wreaths for the cause.
00:56:24Any style you'd like.
00:56:26Well, I would love that.
00:56:29Thanks.
00:56:31Thanks for showing me this.
00:56:39Dad?
00:56:41Hey, honey.
00:56:43It's late there. Is something wrong?
00:56:45Yes. I don't know what to get your mom for Christmas.
00:56:49You still have time.
00:56:51Not much.
00:56:53Can you think of anything she's mentioned?
00:56:56A new can opener? Hers broke a while ago.
00:56:59She already got a replacement.
00:57:01New pajamas?
00:57:03She's got her drawer full of those.
00:57:05Oh, what about taking us to a show?
00:57:07No. Then I have to sit through it, too.
00:57:10You can stay there for her and Aunt Sarah.
00:57:12Maybe.
00:57:14What are you getting her?
00:57:16I...
00:57:18I'm still working on that.
00:57:21How have I not gotten them anything yet? They're my parents.
00:57:24You've been busy, and I'm not just saying that like it's a flimsy excuse.
00:57:27Your arm, worrying about the store, constantly working with your hands,
00:57:32It's a lot.
00:57:34Well, if you see anything you think they'd like, or that you'd get your parents, speak up.
00:57:39Got it.
00:57:41Are we ignoring my quip about Jason?
00:57:43Yes.
00:57:45Ignoring signals something different than denial.
00:57:47No, it doesn't.
00:57:49It means it's true.
00:57:51Well, I...
00:57:53Listen, think of it this way. After Christmas, after your arm heals up,
00:57:56won't you miss having Jason around?
00:57:59It does get quiet sometimes.
00:58:01But I worked alone before all this anyway.
00:58:04And it's not like I won't see him again. He is my next-door neighbor, after all.
00:58:08Who you ignored before all this happened.
00:58:11You really think we won't see each other?
00:58:13I think you will let the distance build back up,
00:58:16and convince yourself you're fine without him.
00:58:18That you don't have feelings for him.
00:58:20I don't.
00:58:23All right, we'll be right back with your order.
00:58:27Don't deny it, you like him.
00:58:29Okay, but as a friend.
00:58:33Maybe more than a friend.
00:58:35But not enough to do something about it.
00:58:37Why not?
00:58:38Because of the fear all women have? Unrequited love?
00:58:41It is not unrequited.
00:58:43I have seen you two together.
00:58:45There is something more than friendship.
00:58:47It's not love.
00:58:49I have seen you two together.
00:58:51There is something more than friendship.
00:58:53More than neighbors, more than co-workers, if you can even call them that.
00:58:56There's a spark.
00:58:58See? I know these things.
00:59:01Fine.
00:59:03Maybe there's something between us.
00:59:05So what are you going to do about it?
00:59:07Another problem for another day.
00:59:10We need to get back to shopping.
00:59:12Progress.
00:59:13Here you go.
00:59:19Hey.
00:59:20Hey.
00:59:21You just opened up the shop?
00:59:22Yes, had some emergency Christmas shopping to do.
00:59:25Ah, December got away from you, huh?
00:59:27Yeah.
00:59:28Now where is my wrapping paper?
00:59:32Huh.
00:59:33I must have used it all.
00:59:35I have some at home, you want me to get it?
00:59:36No, that's okay.
00:59:37I'll do it when I get home.
00:59:39Are you going to need some help?
00:59:41Maybe someone to hold the wrapping paper in place while you tape it down?
00:59:45Huh.
00:59:47Got that.
00:59:49Who's this for?
00:59:50My dad. He likes to read a lot.
00:59:53Are your parents nearby?
00:59:54No, but they're flying in for Christmas this year.
00:59:58When do they get here?
00:59:59The 22nd.
01:00:01That's nice.
01:00:03Okay, you want to tape it?
01:00:04Yes.
01:00:07Okay.
01:00:11Looks good.
01:00:15All right, these are for my dad also.
01:00:17Cool.
01:00:18He actually already has a really nice pair,
01:00:20but he uses that noise canceling feature without realizing it.
01:00:24Look, that's bad.
01:00:26One day, my mom was trying to get a hold of him for several hours as she was running errands.
01:00:31She was convinced something horrible had happened,
01:00:34but when she got home, he was watching a movie on his tablet with his headphones on.
01:00:40Because of the noise canceling, he couldn't hear the calls.
01:00:43Exactly.
01:00:44So this is a nice pair, but without that feature, just to avoid any future panic.
01:00:49Good idea.
01:00:50Yeah.
01:00:51Ready?
01:00:52Yes.
01:00:53Oh, sorry.
01:01:06I'll get the tape.
01:01:14Okay.
01:01:20Done.
01:01:21I don't want to get your hopes up, but that was the last of that style,
01:01:24which means we only have the Pinecone Reads left to do.
01:01:28Seriously?
01:01:29Yep.
01:01:30All right.
01:01:31You're starting to think you're better at this than I am.
01:01:34No way.
01:01:35Faster, maybe, but only because one of my arms isn't in a sling.
01:01:40Hang on, it's my dad.
01:01:43Hello?
01:01:46Okay, okay, slow down.
01:01:50Did you try calling the...
01:01:54Yeah, okay, I'll be there soon.
01:01:57What's wrong?
01:01:58There's a leak at the bakery kitchen.
01:02:00I better go over and see what I can do to help.
01:02:02Of course.
01:02:03We'll finish this later?
01:02:04Yes, take care of the bakery.
01:02:06Okay.
01:02:07See you soon.
01:02:09Uh, maybe hand me the screwdriver.
01:02:11That's not going to fix a pipe, Tom.
01:02:14Oh, good, you're here.
01:02:15Did you turn off the water main?
01:02:16Yes, and I think the pipe that's leaking is right under there.
01:02:19Let me see.
01:02:20Oh, is Gabby minding the register?
01:02:22Oh, Miranda, can you check if she needs anything?
01:02:31Hi, Rebecca.
01:02:32Pastor Kevin.
01:02:34How are things shaping up for the Christmas market?
01:02:36I have all the directions for it here.
01:02:38Perfect.
01:02:39But let me know if you have any questions.
01:02:40Okay, great, thank you.
01:02:42Mm-hmm.
01:02:43How are your preparations coming along?
01:02:44Perfectly.
01:02:45I'm pretty much ready.
01:02:47Jason has been working so hard with me on this.
01:02:50He's good at it, too.
01:02:52He's one I think could succeed at anything he does.
01:02:55I was a little hesitant at first, but it's worked out.
01:02:59Sounds like Jason has been an answer to prayers.
01:03:03Yes, he might be.
01:03:05Well, I have to drop more of these off, so...
01:03:07I'm going to head to Jason's bakery.
01:03:09Would you like me to take something to him?
01:03:11Sure, that would be great.
01:03:15You're welcome.
01:03:16Okay, see you later.
01:03:17Bye.
01:03:18There's a lot we need to start baking for the Christmas market now.
01:03:21I know, but at least we have a few more days till the Christmas pie pre-orders are due,
01:03:25so that will help us prioritize.
01:03:27Let's hope the plumber can fix this soon.
01:03:29But we can't turn the water back on until after he comes.
01:03:32Are we going to be open tomorrow?
01:03:34Of course.
01:03:35Miranda and Tom, you finish cleaning up.
01:03:37Aaron, can you take the dirty dishes home and wash them there?
01:03:40Gabby, it's almost closing time, so finish wiping up there and go ahead and button up the storefront.
01:03:45Jason, can you work on the pumpkin loaves for the market?
01:03:48I'm actually going to head back to the reshop.
01:03:51We could use the help.
01:03:53I know. I'll be back later.
01:03:55I'm sure your neighbor would understand if you explained it to her.
01:03:58Yes, but I don't want to do that to her.
01:04:01Why not?
01:04:06Hello?
01:04:08You're doing a lot for her.
01:04:10Rebecca depends on me.
01:04:11Maybe too much.
01:04:12I'm sure she's not just taking advantage of your goodwill.
01:04:15You do spend a lot of time there.
01:04:18Yes, maybe you're right, but of course we're right.
01:04:21It's not like you owe her anything.
01:04:24Not when she could have been nicer to you, too, you know?
01:04:27Yes, I get what you're saying.
01:04:30She can be difficult and impatient and stubborn and frustratingly hyper-focused.
01:04:40But it's because she is trying so hard to do her best on her own and not let anyone else down.
01:04:48She is so talented and generous, too, and wonderful.
01:04:56I'm not helping her because I owe her.
01:04:59It's something I want to do.
01:05:02And being over there, to be honest, is a nice break.
01:05:07It's refreshing. I like it.
01:05:11Well, can she spare you for the rest of the evening?
01:05:15I hear what you're saying, Jason. Really, I do.
01:05:18I just think we'd feel better if you could help us get things going tonight.
01:05:22You know, since this leak is really, really hindering us.
01:05:26I can take your shift tomorrow.
01:05:28That way you can go to Rebecca's early.
01:05:31Okay. Thank you.
01:05:58Surprise!
01:06:07Where are we?
01:06:08You are! Oh, why didn't you say anything?
01:06:11Well, I knew you didn't want us to change our flights, but I figured with the Christmas market, you could use the help.
01:06:16Besides, we wanted to be with you.
01:06:18I could have at least picked you up from the airport.
01:06:20No need. Now, no peeking in this one, okay?
01:06:23We brought every present from under our tree.
01:06:26Thank you both. You have no idea how good it is to see you.
01:06:31Come in. Come in.
01:06:34I need to keep the glue from getting everywhere.
01:06:37You've got a little bit on your shirt right here.
01:06:39Would you look at that?
01:06:41I'll get something to clean it.
01:06:42Thanks, honey.
01:06:44Hi.
01:06:45Hi.
01:06:46New recruits?
01:06:48My parents. They came early.
01:06:50Oh, that's great.
01:06:51Yeah, about that. I don't want to take up any more of your time.
01:06:55Since they're here, they can help me finish up.
01:06:58Oh, it's okay. I mean, I'm happy to...
01:07:01Yeah, I know. But I think I owe you enough as it is.
01:07:06I don't want to take advantage of your goodwill.
01:07:12But you aren't.
01:07:14Still.
01:07:19Uh, okay. Call me if you need anything.
01:07:26I'll, uh, see you at the Christmas market later?
01:07:29Probably.
01:07:31Okay. Well, uh, till then.
01:07:39Rebecca, you're going to have to teach me how to use this cool thing again.
01:07:43Coming.
01:07:54Good to see you, lady.
01:07:56Missed it with water every couple days, if you want it to last beyond Christmas.
01:08:01You're welcome.
01:08:04Hi.
01:08:05Hi. Do you have any artificial wreaths?
01:08:08Sure do.
01:08:11We have something more traditional. This is more traditional.
01:08:14Okay. Do you want this one?
01:08:17Cash or...
01:08:19What's wrong?
01:08:21Good question.
01:08:23Well, Mom thinks we'll need more of the cinnamon loafs.
01:08:26Uh, I'll call Tom to bring some more from the bakery.
01:08:32One of the busiest markets yet.
01:08:34It is.
01:08:35Here, hot chocolate for you and your parents.
01:08:37Ah, sustenance.
01:08:39How kind.
01:08:41How is everyone doing? Any word?
01:08:43I've had some vendors tell me they already broke last year's sales mark.
01:08:46And it's only four o'clock.
01:08:48That's great.
01:08:49I had eight families in mind to help this year,
01:08:51but the donated portion of the market's proceeds
01:08:53might make it possible for the church to help nine or ten families.
01:08:57How wonderful.
01:09:00Oh, I'll leave you to it.
01:09:02Okay.
01:09:03Hi.
01:09:04These wreaths are so pretty.
01:09:06My mom talks about them all the time.
01:09:08Can I get two?
01:09:09Sure.
01:09:10Which ones?
01:09:16Hey.
01:09:17Hey.
01:09:18How's the shopping?
01:09:19Good.
01:09:20I tried these cookies from the booth over there.
01:09:23Here, try one.
01:09:25What else did you get?
01:09:26I got a leather journal for my dad,
01:09:28and hand-painted cards for my mom,
01:09:31and ooh, this cinnamon bread from the bakery over there.
01:09:34Have you tried it?
01:09:35Yes, I have.
01:09:38Ooh, Jason is looking this way.
01:09:42Is everything okay?
01:09:43Mm-hmm, I'm fine.
01:09:45Rebecca, I should just focus over here.
01:09:50All right.
01:09:53Can I get one of those loaves?
01:09:55Sure, Jason.
01:09:57Anything else?
01:09:59That's it.
01:10:01Hang on, sorry, I didn't think this through.
01:10:04Here.
01:10:05Thanks.
01:10:06Have you ever done sales before?
01:10:07She makes all these gorgeous wreaths.
01:10:09Yes, I have.
01:10:11She's very talented.
01:10:19Thanks.
01:10:20Merry Christmas.
01:10:21Merry Christmas.
01:10:29Rebecca.
01:10:31Hi.
01:10:32Hey.
01:10:34How's the market going for you?
01:10:36Good, thanks.
01:10:38And you?
01:10:40Yeah, good, I think.
01:10:45Is everything okay?
01:10:47I'm fine.
01:10:49Listen, I'm sorry I had to leave you the other day.
01:10:52Don't be.
01:10:53You have other responsibilities, I get it.
01:10:56Okay, good.
01:10:59Then what's wrong?
01:11:01And don't say nothing, because I know you well enough to know that something is bothering you.
01:11:07I stopped by the bakery that day.
01:11:10And from what I heard, it's clear you resent me and all the time that you've spent at the shop.
01:11:16I just wish you would have told me rather than talk behind my back, but it's done.
01:11:22Whoa, wait, I didn't say anything like that.
01:11:25You called me stubborn and difficult and frustrating.
01:11:30I didn't object when your family told you how they feel about me.
01:11:34Rebecca, yes, I said those things, but I told them that's part of what makes you so wonderful.
01:11:41You are so capable and creative.
01:11:45Every trait you have, you throw into being amazing at whatever you do.
01:11:51I admire every single thing about you.
01:11:55And with my family, they were stressed because of the leak at the bakery.
01:12:00But whatever you heard, it doesn't matter because I've wanted to help.
01:12:05I've never felt like it's been too much or anything like that.
01:12:10I've enjoyed spending time with you.
01:12:15Don't you believe me?
01:12:19It doesn't matter.
01:12:22Thanks to you, we got through the worst of it and the work's done.
01:12:26You have your job and I have mine.
01:12:30This whole situation was going to end anyway.
01:12:33And now life gets to go back to being normal.
01:12:38Normal? What?
01:12:42Is that what you want?
01:12:45It's for the best.
01:12:50All right.
01:12:53Well, I'll see you at...
01:12:56Later.
01:13:09Twelve percent more than last year.
01:13:11Oh, great.
01:13:13How were things here while we were at the Christmas market?
01:13:15Quieter. I think everyone else was there with you.
01:13:18Don't surprise me. It was busy, wasn't it, Jason?
01:13:22Jason?
01:13:24What?
01:13:26Oh, yeah, no, it was...
01:13:28It was great.
01:13:32So, how's the inventory looking?
01:13:36Well, I don't know about you both, but I'm starving.
01:13:39How about we eat out?
01:13:41I'm pretty tired. You go on. I'll stay here at the shop and put some things away.
01:13:44We'll meet you back at your house?
01:13:46Sounds good.
01:13:47We'll bring you back something, too.
01:13:49Thanks, Dad.
01:13:50So, what are you grieving?
01:14:05Miranda, can you manage alone for a minute?
01:14:07Yeah.
01:14:08Come on, Jason.
01:14:12What's going on?
01:14:13I just wanted to talk.
01:14:15About what?
01:14:16You're not fooling me. You're unhappy.
01:14:19I'm...
01:14:23Okay, maybe a little.
01:14:26But it's fine.
01:14:28Give me a few days and I'll be good as new.
01:14:31No, you won't.
01:14:33You've been unhappy for a while.
01:14:35And it's not just about Rebecca.
01:14:40Have you ever wanted to do something other than run this place?
01:14:44Yes.
01:14:45Really?
01:14:46I thought about a lot of different things over the years that I wanted to do, but every one of them was going to become work.
01:14:53Good days, bad days, stressful ones. Easy ones, too, but...
01:14:58Do you know what I love about our bakery?
01:15:02Your peppermint cream pie recipe.
01:15:06I love working together with our family.
01:15:09The joy it gives me seeing us tackle everything, the day-to-day challenges as a family, that's what I love.
01:15:17But I could see you all outside of work and still be just as happy.
01:15:21You could?
01:15:23Is that something you'd want?
01:15:27I want to start something of my own.
01:15:30A restaurant.
01:15:32I'm proud of this place, but I...
01:15:36It's time to pursue your own dream.
01:15:39I think that sounds wonderful.
01:15:42Yeah?
01:15:43It's going to be hard, and the challenges, the risks are...
01:15:46Big, I know.
01:15:47But if anyone can make it work, it's you.
01:15:51I'll miss seeing how you run things around here and keep us all in order, but I'll get to see how you use those talents next.
01:16:00Thanks, Mom.
01:16:02I'll let her see you for Sunday dinners, at the very least.
01:16:06Definitely.
01:16:32How long are your parents going to stay?
01:16:57I think three...
01:16:58No, four days, after Christmas.
01:17:01Maybe you should ask Jason if he could come back and help after they leave.
01:17:05That Christmas rush is over, and that work arrangement was going to end anyway.
01:17:10But your arm isn't fully healed.
01:17:12It would be uncomfortable to let him come back.
01:17:14I'd rather do it on my own.
01:17:16I really wish you wouldn't.
01:17:18Well, if you're still open to it, you could lend a hand on Saturdays.
01:17:22Of course I'm willing, but didn't you like having Jason here?
01:17:26At times.
01:17:28I don't think he meant to hurt you, and I think you know that too, so...
01:17:32Is it possible you're using this as a way to protect yourself?
01:17:36No, I...
01:17:39I don't know.
01:17:41You were happier with him around.
01:17:43You seemed lighter and more full of life.
01:17:46I don't want you to lose that.
01:17:48If you let him go, I'm afraid you'll end up back here, closed off, stuck in the shop.
01:17:55You're my best friend, and I want you to have whatever makes you happy.
01:18:00Just be sure you're honest with yourself about what that is, okay?
01:18:04Okay.
01:18:13Turkey's almost ready.
01:18:15Almost? Like we eat soon, or 45 more minutes?
01:18:19Ten more minutes, and then it needs to rest a little.
01:18:22Has to, uh, rest? Is it tired?
01:18:24Would you like to open a Christmas present? Would that help keep you occupied?
01:18:27Yes. Is that all right, Rebecca?
01:18:29Sure.
01:18:35This one's for me.
01:18:36All right.