A military veteran searches for purpose in his life after an injury cut his career short. He finds it in a kind woman who runs an animal shelter. As they work together to find animals homes during the Christmas adoption season, they develop feelings for each other, and help each other with the challenges each faces.
Director: Brian Brough
Writer: Brittany Wiscombe
Cast: Ash Tsai, Eric Guilmette
Director: Brian Brough
Writer: Brittany Wiscombe
Cast: Ash Tsai, Eric Guilmette
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00:00:00Okay, Leo, let's get ready.
00:00:30Alright, Pixie's all good to go.
00:00:32Great. Are the little gift bags in the car?
00:00:34Yeah, all packed away.
00:00:36Thanks, James.
00:00:37Okay, off we go.
00:00:49How about down here?
00:00:57Oh, hey, Caleb.
00:00:58Hi. Sorry, where are we?
00:01:01Oh, no, you're fine. I'll take you back. Come on.
00:01:03And bring it back.
00:01:07Great. So how have the exercises been going at home?
00:01:12Fine.
00:01:14How's the walking part going?
00:01:16Okay.
00:01:17Do you have anyone at home to help steady you? Your mom or dad?
00:01:21They flew back to Kansas.
00:01:23Already?
00:01:24I needed some quiet.
00:01:26So who's helping you?
00:01:28I can do it on my own.
00:01:30What about them?
00:01:31Thanks for having us back.
00:01:32Oh, we love it when you come.
00:01:33Oh, great. The dogs are here. They come by every year at Christmas time.
00:01:37Okay, so go ahead and start on leg raises, and I'll get some resistance bands, and then I'll meet you over there.
00:01:53So this is Pixie.
00:01:55How long have you had her?
00:01:56I've had her for about two years now.
00:01:58Such a good boy. So sweet.
00:02:01Thank you for coming.
00:02:03My pleasure.
00:02:05Oh.
00:02:06Hey, Ann.
00:02:07Merry Christmas.
00:02:08Oh, thank you very much.
00:02:19Hi. This is Leo. Can we sit for a minute?
00:02:23Sure, I guess.
00:02:28I'm Amber. I run Davenport Animal Haven.
00:02:32What's your name?
00:02:34Caleb.
00:02:35Nice to meet you, Caleb.
00:02:37Don't worry. He's friendly.
00:02:41Okay, Leo. Sit.
00:02:44Good boy.
00:02:45So, can I tell you about him?
00:02:47Yeah.
00:02:49Leo here was at the shelter, and when I would tidy his kennel, he'd sit by my side, just smiling and waiting.
00:02:57And then he would lick my hand afterwards, kind of like he was saying thanks.
00:03:02And I would take him on walks, and he would then look up every few steps, like checking to see if I was as happy as he was.
00:03:09And, you know, I wanted him to be happy all the time.
00:03:13So I adopted him, and ended up finding my best friend.
00:03:17That sounds like you're both pretty lucky.
00:03:19Yeah. Now, he loves coming on visits, and he loves Christmas.
00:03:23How can you tell?
00:03:25His tail wags more. And he loves to take naps by the Christmas tree.
00:03:29How do you know he's not just finding a warmer spot in the wintertime?
00:03:32Because he'll nap by the Christmas tree at my apartment and at the shelter.
00:03:37And I even move the trees around each year, and he always goes back to them.
00:03:41Quirky dog.
00:03:43Yeah, he is. Fun personalities. Just like us.
00:03:49So, do you have any fun Christmas plans?
00:03:52Not really.
00:03:54It's probably hard to focus on anything when you're working so hard to get better.
00:03:59Yeah, it's hard to ignore.
00:04:02Here. Close your eyes.
00:04:05Why?
00:04:06Just try it with me.
00:04:08Are you one of those psychologists?
00:04:10No. Just a girl with a dog.
00:04:13Okay.
00:04:17Now what?
00:04:19Okay. Imagine you aren't here.
00:04:22Nothing hurts. It's Christmas.
00:04:26Where are you, and what are you doing?
00:04:29I'm...
00:04:32I don't know.
00:04:34Come on. There's no right or wrong answer.
00:04:38Fine.
00:04:41I'm...
00:04:43outside.
00:04:47Is that it?
00:04:48I'm still thinking.
00:04:50Okay. Sorry. Keep going.
00:04:52I'm on a mountain with fresh snow.
00:04:56And the air is cold, but I like it.
00:05:00And I'm at the top of the slope looking down, and I'm ready to ski.
00:05:06I like that.
00:05:10So you're a skier?
00:05:12I've been a few times, but it's more so that I'd be able to do it.
00:05:16And I wouldn't be worried about my leg being weak or scarred.
00:05:20Maybe one day you won't even think about it.
00:05:25There's more to you than your hardest days.
00:05:29Like what?
00:05:31Like...
00:05:33your smile.
00:05:35It's a great one.
00:05:37See? Don't make me get out my mirror.
00:05:40Please don't. I will take your word for it.
00:05:43Good.
00:05:45And where would you be at Christmas?
00:05:48I would be inside a cozy cabin, sitting by a warm fire.
00:05:54And I'd be painting.
00:05:56And what's the painting of?
00:06:00Leo, napping by a Christmas tree.
00:06:04Are you an artist?
00:06:06No. Maybe if things were different, but I'm doing what I need to do right now.
00:06:11I do paint for fun, every now and then, when I have time.
00:06:15Well, I'd like to see that painting.
00:06:18Really?
00:06:20Well, if I do it, you'll have to stop by the shelter to see it.
00:06:24You'd hang it up there?
00:06:25Sure. At least at Christmastime.
00:06:29Hi there.
00:06:30Hello.
00:06:32Well, I guess I should stop disturbing you.
00:06:35I mean, for stopping by, not for disturbing me.
00:06:40I'm glad we got to chat.
00:06:42Anytime you want to say hi to Leo or any of the other animals, stop by the shelter.
00:06:47Okay. Thank you.
00:06:51Merry Christmas, Caleb.
00:06:53Merry Christmas.
00:06:55Come on, Leo.
00:06:59All right. The red one or the purple one?
00:07:05All right.
00:07:14Thank you so much, Pastor.
00:07:16Take care. See you Sunday.
00:07:18Okay. Bye.
00:07:20Maybe some wood glue would help secure it.
00:07:23I have a thicker bolt in place. Should do the trick.
00:07:27Thank you for doing this.
00:07:28No thanks needed.
00:07:30You want to grab some lunch?
00:07:32Yeah, sure.
00:07:34Hey, how's the job search going?
00:07:36On hold.
00:07:38Oh?
00:07:39What I've been doing so far has been...
00:07:41Not your cup of tea?
00:07:43Yeah. I think I'm rushing into the career and it's not working out.
00:07:48That office-bound marketing job had you climbing up the walls.
00:07:51Mm-hmm. Yep.
00:07:53Well, this is good. Take your time.
00:07:56And remember, when I left the Army, I had this idea that I had to have everything figured out.
00:08:01But it's okay to take some time.
00:08:03It's only been a year for you, you know?
00:08:06More than that.
00:08:07Well, since the accident, sure.
00:08:09But then you had your surgery and your recovery took a long time to get through.
00:08:14Maybe keep an eye out for something that's more fulfilling.
00:08:18You trying to get me to become a pastor?
00:08:20If that's what you want.
00:08:22But I think there are better options for you that would be more meaningful.
00:08:27There's always the veterans groups.
00:08:29There's somebody that would need your experience, you know?
00:08:31You could always volunteer temporarily.
00:08:34Maybe.
00:08:36All right. Burgers or tacos?
00:08:39Mmm. Burgers.
00:08:41There's that new place on Everett Parkway. Pick-Me-Up-A-Combo?
00:08:45Pick-Up?
00:08:46I asked you if you wanted to grab lunch.
00:08:49Walked right into that one.
00:08:51It's on me.
00:08:53Thanks.
00:08:56Hello.
00:08:57Hi, how are you?
00:08:58Nice to see you.
00:08:59You too.
00:09:00There.
00:09:07Is it straight?
00:09:10You were no help.
00:09:12Hey, James, is this straight?
00:09:15Close enough.
00:09:17Okay, good.
00:09:19Okay, guys. Let's get everyone something to eat and drink.
00:09:25Hello.
00:09:26Hi, Ryan. I didn't know you were coming.
00:09:28The best kind of surprise, right? Especially when you have this.
00:09:32What's that?
00:09:33See for yourself.
00:09:36Oh, wow. Ryan, you already donated to the shelter this year.
00:09:40Yeah, well, my accountant says I could use the deduction, so there you go.
00:09:44Thank you. This is so helpful.
00:09:46The cost of running this place keeps going up, especially because we're at capacity.
00:09:50Glad I could help.
00:09:51You put so much time into this place. You could use a break, I'm sure.
00:09:56Yeah, well, the animals can always use another break.
00:09:59Anytime I have, I like to give them extra attention.
00:10:01But you can't overdo it and burn yourself out.
00:10:04I won't.
00:10:06Well, put that to good use, then, and take it easy, okay?
00:10:10I'll try. And thank you again, really.
00:10:13Happy to. Well, I'll see you later.
00:10:17Okay, have a great day.
00:10:20Wasn't that so nice?
00:10:22Yeah.
00:10:24I think he likes you.
00:10:25What? No, he doesn't.
00:10:27He's a patient of my dad's dental practice.
00:10:29He's just being supportive of a good cause.
00:10:33Sure.
00:10:54Wait a second.
00:11:25Hi. How can I help you?
00:11:29Sorry, you probably don't remember me. I was at the Veterans Clinic this time last year.
00:11:34And I, um...
00:11:37Leo, right?
00:11:39That's right.
00:11:43Wait. Caleb?
00:11:46Yeah. Good memory.
00:11:49Your leg. You're walking well.
00:11:51Thanks. It took some time, but it's fine now, as long as I'm not hiking.
00:11:56That's good. Unless you love hiking.
00:11:59Uh, so I came by because, well, I saw the sign and thought maybe you could use a hand.
00:12:05Like a volunteer.
00:12:07Oh. Yeah, that'd be great. Volunteers are awesome.
00:12:11We can sure use the help, especially with the Christmas adoption drive coming up.
00:12:14But it is not glamorous.
00:12:16Is it supposed to be?
00:12:18Just warning you, I have one person who works here when he's not in class.
00:12:21I'm pretty much here all the time, but an extra set of hands would be very welcome.
00:12:25Great. Well, thanks. Uh, can I have your number?
00:12:28Uh, you know, so that we can coordinate schedules and such.
00:12:32Of course.
00:12:37Okay. The shelter info is on the front, and then my cell's on the back.
00:12:41Great. Thank you.
00:12:43Thanks for stopping by.
00:12:45I'll see you soon.
00:12:47Bye, Leo.
00:12:53What do you think, Leo?
00:12:58Hmm.
00:13:00I stopped by an animal shelter while I was out.
00:13:02Why?
00:13:03It was the one that brought the dogs by the Veterans Clinic when I was doing my PT.
00:13:06That was a while ago.
00:13:08Yeah, it stuck with me. I was thinking maybe it's a good way for me to keep busy right now.
00:13:12As a job, or...?
00:13:13Hmm. Volunteering.
00:13:15Like you said, I don't need to rush into work, but this felt safe enough for right now.
00:13:20I think that's good. Especially with Christmas. A good time for friends. And family.
00:13:26I'm just saying.
00:13:28I'm fine on my own. Don't worry about me.
00:13:32Have it for my Army Chaplain days. I'm not going to change either.
00:13:38Hi, Caleb. It's Dad.
00:13:55Um, we decided not to go on our trip we planned over Christmas.
00:13:59Nothing's wrong. Just didn't work out.
00:14:02Anyway, we wanted to see if you wanted to come out.
00:14:05If you're not too busy. Just, you know, no pressure.
00:14:09But if you can, we'd love to have you.
00:14:12We missed you last year.
00:14:15We miss you.
00:14:17Okay, let us know.
00:14:36Are you sure it's this box, too? I guess it has Easter stuff in here.
00:14:40Yep. Just dig a little.
00:14:42You could separate the decorations.
00:14:44I get lazy when I'm putting them away.
00:14:46Easter stuff goes with Valentines and Halloween, but that box was hard to reach.
00:14:51Great effort. Got it.
00:14:55Ah! These ones!
00:15:01Hey, is your brother coming in to help still?
00:15:05Yeah, he said he was coaching tonight, but he promised he'd be by after the basketball game.
00:15:08Okay, good.
00:15:10Hey, when is your shelter adoption thing this year?
00:15:13December 23rd.
00:15:15Can I leave flyers here?
00:15:17Of course.
00:15:18Great. I'm just trying to come up with a catchy slogan, and then I'll print them out.
00:15:21Oh, how about, save a dog, put a smile on your kid's face?
00:15:28It's a nice thought, but I'm not sure about that one.
00:15:32What about all those statistics about how many animals need homes?
00:15:36Guilting people into adopting? Not the best strategy.
00:15:40I'm out of ideas, then.
00:15:42Hello.
00:15:43Hi.
00:15:44Hey.
00:15:45Okay, what do you need me to do?
00:15:48Too late for the heavy lifting. That tree was a beast to set up.
00:15:52You're incredibly strong for your size. I thought you could handle it.
00:15:55There should be a couple more boxes in the back if you could bring those out.
00:15:58Okay, got it.
00:16:15There you go, Charles. Looking good.
00:16:20Someone's here?
00:16:22Oh, hi.
00:16:24Hi.
00:16:25You're early.
00:16:26I am?
00:16:28Well, actually, you said you were coming today, but I don't think we pinpointed a time, so...
00:16:33Oh. Sorry.
00:16:35It's fine. I'm glad you're here.
00:16:37That's James over there.
00:16:39Nice to meet you. I'm Caleb.
00:16:41Hi.
00:16:42Welcome.
00:16:44So what can I do?
00:16:45Come on back. I'll show you around.
00:16:48Here's the holding area.
00:16:50We have another one down the hall.
00:16:52We aim to get the animals out of their pens as much as we can.
00:16:55Are you comfortable handling dogs, cats, rabbits?
00:16:58All of the above. At least I'm willing to try.
00:17:01Great.
00:17:02It is not all playing with animals, though, so prepare yourself.
00:17:05Sure. The less glamorous stuff you warned me about.
00:17:08I'm ready.
00:17:09Okay.
00:17:10The dog and cat food is over here.
00:17:13The cat food is over here.
00:17:15Oh, but if you ever notice we're running low on something, please speak up.
00:17:18That happens quicker than I realize.
00:17:22This is a kind of enrichment area so the animals can play, get wiggles out, and so forth.
00:17:27Nice.
00:17:28We have supplies in the cabinet to clean and whatnot, as well as some dog treats and toys.
00:17:32I can give you the normal chores we ask for help with, but is there anything you were thinking of doing specifically?
00:17:37Whatever you need.
00:17:39Any particular skills you have?
00:17:41Should I have brought a resume?
00:17:43No, I just don't know a lot about you.
00:17:46What do you like to do? Or why do you want to volunteer?
00:17:49Well, after I was discharged from the Army, I worked in marketing at one company.
00:17:55Lately, I've been doing handyman-type stuff, mostly just helping a friend more so than work, but stuff like that.
00:18:00Cool.
00:18:01And, well, I wanted to volunteer because, well, this stuck with me last year when you and Leo came to visit.
00:18:07I'm glad it did.
00:18:10Where is Leo, by the way?
00:18:11At home. I don't bring him every day. He likes some quiet time.
00:18:15So, you mind mopping?
00:18:22Hi. How you doing?
00:18:26Good. Glad to hear it.
00:18:31Hello?
00:18:34Hey, bud.
00:18:36Rex. Suits you.
00:18:39Later, Rex.
00:18:42Sure. You can come meet the animals between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
00:18:46We prefer if you call ahead so we can be ready, but we also understand if that doesn't work for everyone.
00:18:52Yes, we have our Christmas adoption drive on December 23rd. You can adopt any time, though.
00:18:58Yeah, sure. Please do.
00:19:00Thank you. Bye.
00:19:03Bye.
00:19:09Sorry. I know that's not exciting, but...
00:19:12If it helps, that's all that matters.
00:19:18Hey, you said you work with sales or something before?
00:19:21Yeah, marketing.
00:19:23Well, I've been working on this flyer to put out for the Christmas adoption drive.
00:19:26I'm trying to come up with a slogan or tagline. Something catchy.
00:19:31So far, I have...
00:19:33Bring home a new member of the family. On the big posters.
00:19:36And I like that, but I kind of want something shorter.
00:19:39Like...
00:19:43Nothing.
00:19:45Hmm. How about...
00:19:47A play on forever, but with the word fur.
00:19:50Like, well, try not to laugh, but...
00:19:53A cute photo of a dog with forever yours at Christmas written under it.
00:19:58Told you it was bad.
00:20:00No, no, no. I love it. What else?
00:20:03All right.
00:20:05Maybe...
00:20:07Give the gift that loves you back.
00:20:10No, that's too long.
00:20:13Ooh. This Christmas. Love and be loved.
00:20:17That's shorter. Not bad.
00:20:21Hey.
00:20:23Maybe you could share stories about how people's lives have changed after they adopt.
00:20:27The flyer?
00:20:29Probably not. It's too long, but...
00:20:32I don't know. Success stories might make people smile and want that for themselves.
00:20:36Like you and Leo.
00:20:38And what you told me about when you adopted him.
00:20:41You remember that?
00:20:43Yeah, mostly.
00:20:45When people come here, I like to share the animal story.
00:20:48It helps people think about how a pet could fit into their lives.
00:20:51Now we just need to get people here.
00:20:53We're pretty much at capacity with the number of animals we're sheltering, and...
00:20:57That is never good.
00:20:59A lot of furry ones to take care of, huh?
00:21:01Yeah, it can be challenging.
00:21:03Especially trying to find the right home for each animal.
00:21:05And the costs are...
00:21:07Don't people have to pay something for whatever they adopt?
00:21:10Yeah, but it rarely covers the expense to shelter them.
00:21:13Really?
00:21:15So thank you. For being here.
00:21:25Hello!
00:21:27Hi, honey.
00:21:28How was your day?
00:21:30Fine, Dad. Thanks.
00:21:31Hey, Becca.
00:21:33Where's the straw for the manger?
00:21:35Got it.
00:21:36Here.
00:21:37Be careful not to make a mess.
00:21:39I'll try.
00:21:40So, Heidi, how's the diner doing?
00:21:42It's good.
00:21:43Huge group coming for lunch. Kept me busy past the usual rush.
00:21:46That's good.
00:21:47So how are things at the shelter?
00:21:49Good. Easier today.
00:21:50I have a new volunteer, and he did a lot of cleaning.
00:21:53So I can focus on other stuff.
00:21:54What's his name?
00:21:55Caleb.
00:21:56You know, it is so nice when the youth get involved in the community.
00:21:59Oh, he's not that young.
00:22:01He's not a student?
00:22:02That's James. Caleb is a veteran.
00:22:04But he's not that old, though.
00:22:06Wait, what?
00:22:07He was injured somehow and was discharged.
00:22:10So he's like your age?
00:22:11Yeah.
00:22:12Is he handsome?
00:22:13Mom!
00:22:14If she didn't ask, I was going to say the same thing.
00:22:16Me too.
00:22:17You went out of your way to not describe him like you were avoiding key words.
00:22:21Yeah. Key words like my age and suitable date.
00:22:24Exactly.
00:22:25Shush, all of you.
00:22:27He's nice, but I don't know a lot about him yet.
00:22:36Okay. Come on, Bella.
00:22:38Come on.
00:22:43Hey.
00:22:44Hey.
00:22:45Okay, Bella. Let's show Caleb what we can do.
00:22:48Ready?
00:22:50Good girl.
00:22:51Nice.
00:22:52Yeah, she's pretty good with other dogs, so I'm going to grab Thor and let them play a bit.
00:22:56Can you watch her?
00:22:57Sure.
00:22:59Come here, Bella.
00:23:01Hey.
00:23:02Hey, you did so good on the course.
00:23:04Want to run it again?
00:23:05No.
00:23:08You're a heartbreaker, aren't you?
00:23:10You're good with dogs.
00:23:12Oh, thanks.
00:23:14Yeah, it wasn't my job to train them in the army or anything, but I like spending time with them.
00:23:18I'd help run them through the training course whenever I could.
00:23:21Kind of a bright spot in my day.
00:23:23They have that effect.
00:23:25Yeah.
00:23:26Oh, sorry. I'll get back to cleaning the bowls. James just asked me to watch her for a moment.
00:23:30Oh, you're fine. I don't think you're slacking, if that's what you're worried about.
00:23:34Oh, good.
00:23:36Good.
00:23:38Would you want to help with exercising the dogs on the course here?
00:23:42Yeah, sure. I'd like that.
00:23:48Oh.
00:23:49Something wrong?
00:23:51I didn't realize what time it was.
00:23:53I have a doctor's appointment, just a follow-up for my leg.
00:23:57Sorry, now I feel like I'm slacking.
00:24:00Not at all.
00:24:01I did manage to clean all the windows, I disinfected the pens for the cats, and I cleaned the rabbit cages.
00:24:08You got a lot done. Thank you.
00:24:10No problem. I'll see you tomorrow.
00:24:12Thanks for coming.
00:24:13Bye, Bella.
00:24:15Come on.
00:24:20Okay, good night, everyone.
00:24:22Good night, good night.
00:24:32Did we already go through it all?
00:24:44Already?
00:24:49I thought it would last longer.
00:25:01Phew.
00:25:32Good night.
00:25:52You holding on the four-heel wheel?
00:25:55Wow. Good job.
00:25:59Come on, Tank. Let's stretch our legs, okay?
00:26:02Hi.
00:26:03Hey, Kayla.
00:26:04Did you want me to watch things up front, or is Leo in charge?
00:26:07It's usually slow right now. Leo will let me know if someone comes.
00:26:10Wow. He's well-trained.
00:26:12This is Tank.
00:26:15Really? Did you make that up?
00:26:18Maybe.
00:26:19I like the irony.
00:26:21Hi, Tank. Yeah, you're so tough.
00:26:25Hi, Rex.
00:26:27I was actually going to get him out, too. Give me a hand?
00:26:29Sure.
00:26:32Okay, Rex. You ready to come out?
00:26:36Stay.
00:26:39Okay.
00:26:40Hey, bud.
00:26:42He likes you.
00:26:43He does?
00:26:44Come on.
00:26:46All right. Come on, Rex. Follow me.
00:26:51That wasn't it.
00:26:53Come on.
00:26:56Do you need a treat to bribe him?
00:26:58Maybe.
00:27:02All right. Come back here, Rex.
00:27:04All right. Good. Stay. Sit.
00:27:06All right. Ready? And do what I do.
00:27:12There you go.
00:27:14Is Rex his real name?
00:27:16He arrived with it, so I assume so.
00:27:18Well, a dog trainer, I am not.
00:27:20He responds to you.
00:27:21Did you see what just happened?
00:27:23Okay, maybe he doesn't obey you, but he's intrigued by you.
00:27:26I'm not sure it's mutual.
00:27:28He just loves to be active.
00:27:30He's been here longer than any of the others, so this is a really nice outlet for him.
00:27:34I try to take him home as much as I can, but Leo doesn't like it.
00:27:38Territorial?
00:27:39Well, Rex hoards all the dog toys, so it annoys Leo.
00:27:43That sounds like Rex.
00:27:45Would you want to take him home for a night?
00:27:49Me?
00:27:50You're good with him.
00:27:52Have you had your own dog before?
00:27:54When I was a kid, yeah.
00:27:56So you know what to do.
00:27:58Well...
00:28:00You don't have to if you don't want to, but think about it.
00:28:05James should be here soon. Are you hungry?
00:28:08Yeah.
00:28:09Let's get some lunch.
00:28:13This is my friend's place. I'll apologize in advance for anything she says.
00:28:17Okay.
00:28:18Amber!
00:28:19Hey!
00:28:20Welcome, I'm Heidi.
00:28:22Caleb.
00:28:23Oh, volunteer.
00:28:26We have to be quick, so...
00:28:28Sure, just look over the menu and let me know what you want.
00:28:33I'll give you guys a minute.
00:28:35I should have thought this through.
00:28:38Is everything okay?
00:28:39Yeah, the sandwiches are great here. Get whatever you like, my treat.
00:28:43Oh no, you don't have to do that, I can...
00:28:44You're working for free? The least I can do is buy lunch.
00:28:47Well, thank you then.
00:28:50So, how'd you come to own the shelter?
00:28:53I started out like you, volunteering.
00:28:56Wanted to have something to do as a teen after school.
00:28:59The founder of the shelter was a neighbor of mine, Kathy.
00:29:02She was always kind, and she had the biggest heart, you know.
00:29:06She never minded that I came by, and pretty soon she asked me to work there for real.
00:29:12So you've been working there since high school?
00:29:14No, I was away for a few years for college, but I came back one summer,
00:29:18and by then Kathy's health wasn't so good, and the shelter needed a lot of attention.
00:29:23She didn't want to see it close, and she always said that she felt like it was what God wanted her to do.
00:29:29But since she couldn't do it all, maybe I was meant to take over.
00:29:33She asked me to run it.
00:29:35That's a lot of pressure.
00:29:36Yeah, I felt like that sometimes.
00:29:39She passed away a couple years ago, and left it to me to keep it going.
00:29:43And I haven't looked back.
00:29:46So you never wanted to do something else?
00:29:49I studied art for a bit.
00:29:52Oh, that's right. You like to paint.
00:29:55I told you that?
00:29:57Last year.
00:29:58You and your memory.
00:30:00But yes, I do like painting and pottery and things like that.
00:30:03But I felt like this was more important.
00:30:06You know, it's not like I planned it or thought it would become such a big part of my life.
00:30:10But then I started to see what Kathy meant.
00:30:13Sometimes God leads you to where you need to be, even if it's not where you expected to end up.
00:30:18Well, I suppose you're lucky.
00:30:21It's not easy to know what to do with your life.
00:30:23Is that why you joined the Army?
00:30:25At first, maybe.
00:30:27I wasn't so sure it seemed like a good solution, but then I really took to it.
00:30:32Can I ask what happened?
00:30:34Training accident.
00:30:36I got rolled in a vehicle that turned too hard during a training exercise.
00:30:40Wow.
00:30:41Yeah. Of all things, right?
00:30:44Nine years, and that's what takes me out of it.
00:30:46I'm sorry.
00:30:48Like I said, it was an accident. Back to square one.
00:30:52Starting over.
00:30:54It's a process.
00:30:55Well, I'm glad I brought you to the shelter.
00:30:57Me too. It's been nice.
00:31:00Sometimes loud, but nice.
00:31:03Yes, that is just one of the stresses.
00:31:06What are the others?
00:31:08Worrying about the animals.
00:31:10If I can find enough homes for them.
00:31:12Having enough resources to take in every animal and keep them sheltered and happy.
00:31:18Some days I worry about not having enough food for them.
00:31:22That's a lot on your shoulders.
00:31:24Some days are easier than others.
00:31:28I don't think my parents saw the shelter as a career at first.
00:31:31At least not the one that they imagined for me.
00:31:34But they see how much I love the animals and they understand why I need to do it.
00:31:39They always support me now.
00:31:41That's nice, having their support.
00:31:44How about you? Tell me about your family.
00:31:48My parents, they live in Kansas.
00:31:52Any siblings?
00:31:54Nope.
00:31:56Are you going there for Christmas then?
00:31:58No, I'll stay here.
00:32:01Are your parents coming to visit you?
00:32:04No.
00:32:05Oh.
00:32:07That must be hard. I can't imagine Christmas without my family around.
00:32:10You'll get used to it.
00:32:13Because of being in the army?
00:32:16I don't know.
00:32:17It'd make me want to see them even more when I could.
00:32:20We're not that close, are we?
00:32:24Oh. Sorry.
00:32:27So yeah, if you need any help over the holidays, it won't interrupt anything.
00:32:31I couldn't ask that of you.
00:32:33I'm offering.
00:32:34Well, thanks. I'll remember that.
00:32:41How was the shelter today?
00:32:43Good.
00:32:45There are a lot of dogs there, you know.
00:32:47Something for you?
00:32:48Uh, no. No, no.
00:32:50Fine, fine.
00:32:52You're really liking it there, aren't you?
00:32:54So far, yeah. It's different.
00:32:57More fur?
00:32:59Yeah, there's that too.
00:33:02But no, there's good people.
00:33:04It's a nice change.
00:33:05I'm glad.
00:33:07Since you've been volunteering, you've been different.
00:33:10More energetic.
00:33:12You think so?
00:33:13Yeah.
00:33:14I'm glad you've found something that you're passionate about.
00:33:18I don't know if the shelter's necessarily a passion, but
00:33:21honestly, it is nice to keep me busy.
00:33:24It's more than keeping you busy.
00:33:26You have to be satisfied too.
00:33:29You remember Jessica Andre?
00:33:31Yeah, of course. From Lieutenant Squire's platoon.
00:33:34Yeah, she's back. Rotated out.
00:33:37I hear she's not doing very well.
00:33:39Oh.
00:33:40Yeah.
00:33:41She hasn't found her footing.
00:33:43Purpose.
00:33:44You know it's important.
00:33:46Maybe you, with this shelter thing,
00:33:48maybe you've found your purpose.
00:33:50If so, I'm thrilled.
00:33:52We'll see.
00:33:53It's easy for me.
00:33:55I don't have all the responsibility like Amber does.
00:34:00Hey, you remember Mac?
00:34:01Who trained dogs in the military?
00:34:03Yeah.
00:34:04Do you know how to get a hold of him?
00:34:06I think I have his number in here.
00:34:08Why?
00:34:09You gonna get him to adopt some dogs too?
00:34:11No, I'm wondering if he has any idea on how to get dog food at a better price.
00:34:15Or donated.
00:34:17Dog food?
00:34:18Sounds like things are tight at the shelter.
00:34:20Here it is.
00:34:22Sending it to you now.
00:34:24Thanks.
00:34:25You're really getting into this, aren't you?
00:34:28Just trying to help.
00:34:29Here.
00:34:35Hey, Mac.
00:34:36It's Caleb Hale.
00:34:41Come on, Leo. Let's get ready to go.
00:34:49Hi.
00:34:51Hi.
00:34:53Is Rex still needing a break?
00:34:56Yeah.
00:34:59Whoa.
00:35:00Okay.
00:35:05Wait, no. Don't go up there.
00:35:11What was I thinking?
00:35:13Come on, Rex. Back to the kitchen.
00:35:18There you go.
00:35:20Stay there, alright?
00:35:23Good night.
00:35:35I was surprised you took him to lunch.
00:35:37I was being nice.
00:35:39Do you have a picture?
00:35:40No, why would I?
00:35:41I do.
00:35:43I took one when they weren't looking.
00:35:45Heidi!
00:35:46Nice, right?
00:35:48Back to work.
00:35:49I need to start getting these flyers out to businesses and stores.
00:35:53Becca, you're not even helping.
00:35:55Right.
00:35:57I thought he was nice.
00:35:59You said three sentences to him, if that.
00:36:01Only because you chased me away.
00:36:04I want to meet him.
00:36:05No.
00:36:06Why not?
00:36:07Just go to the shelter and meet him.
00:36:08Good idea.
00:36:09No, no, no.
00:36:10You go there to pick out a pet, not a guy.
00:36:13It was nice of him to take Rex home.
00:36:15Yeah.
00:36:16I wonder how he's doing with that.
00:36:18He sounds lonely.
00:36:19Well, Rex has been at the shelter for...
00:36:21I mean, Caleb.
00:36:22Oh.
00:36:23You should invite him over for Christmas.
00:36:25No.
00:36:26At least for dinner.
00:36:27No.
00:36:29I'll tell Mom.
00:36:30She'd say it's the Christian thing to do.
00:36:31Yeah.
00:36:32No one should be alone on Christmas.
00:36:34You don't think that sends the wrong message or seems inappropriate?
00:36:37Funny you should say that.
00:36:38Unless you're worried because you do find him interesting and attractive.
00:36:42Excellent point.
00:36:45That's it.
00:36:46No hot chocolate for you.
00:36:47Oh, no.
00:37:04Rex.
00:37:05What are you doing up here?
00:37:12I have a reporter friend.
00:37:13She said she'll write up something for their website about the adoption drive.
00:37:17That'd be great.
00:37:18I also have these flyers and I've been taking them to businesses and stores.
00:37:21Do you know anyone I could take some to?
00:37:24Yeah.
00:37:25Let me take some.
00:37:26Thanks.
00:37:27And just let me know if your reporter friend needs any information.
00:37:29I am happy to talk with her.
00:37:31Great.
00:37:32One of my clients is a therapist.
00:37:34She was asking about maybe partnering somehow so her clients can interact with the animals.
00:37:40Could I take you to meet her?
00:37:41Maybe a lunch date?
00:37:43Yeah.
00:37:44I'd love to meet her.
00:37:45I'll set it up.
00:37:46Maybe after Christmas.
00:37:48Sure.
00:37:49See you later.
00:37:51Thanks again.
00:37:54How was Rex?
00:37:55Did he behave?
00:37:56I took him for a walk last night.
00:37:58We went a few miles but he could have gone a few more.
00:38:00Then my legs started acting up.
00:38:03Thank you for giving him a break.
00:38:05Yeah.
00:38:07You want to take him tonight too?
00:38:09No, it's okay.
00:38:11Do you have any more flyers though?
00:38:13I can see about handing some out later when I head out for errands.
00:38:16That'd be great.
00:38:18Oh, we are out of dog food, cat food and pellets for the rabbits and guinea pigs.
00:38:23Would you mind going with James to stock up?
00:38:25It gets to be a lot of heavy lifting.
00:38:27Yeah, sure.
00:38:29Will that hurt your leg?
00:38:30No, no.
00:38:31It'll be fine.
00:38:32Okay.
00:38:33Hey, James.
00:38:36The stuff we get should be just over here.
00:38:38How many bags do we need?
00:38:39Eight for the adult kibble, two for the puppy and one bag of senior kibble.
00:38:43We'll get this and then we'll get the cat food.
00:38:45Got it.
00:38:46So, do you know who came by earlier?
00:38:49The guy talking with Amber?
00:38:51That was Ryan.
00:38:52He's a donor.
00:38:53Helps keep us afloat.
00:38:55I know Amber really appreciates him.
00:38:58Oh.
00:38:59I'm pretty sure he likes her too, but she's kind of oblivious about that.
00:39:05Yeah, I got that vibe from him.
00:39:08She doesn't know?
00:39:10I don't think he's said anything directly.
00:39:13Do you think she'd be interested?
00:39:16I don't know.
00:39:17Why?
00:39:18Just wondering.
00:39:21Right.
00:39:34Hey, Rex.
00:39:36How's it going, bud?
00:39:38Hey.
00:39:39Doing alright?
00:39:41Yeah, I gotta get back to work, but I'll take you through the obstacle course later, okay?
00:39:46Alright?
00:39:47It's a date.
00:39:48Yeah.
00:39:57Hey, James.
00:39:58I forgot to ask you to get more chew toys for the dogs.
00:40:01Oh.
00:40:02I...
00:40:03I could go back.
00:40:06No, it's okay.
00:40:07Thanks.
00:40:08Hey, for visiting the Veterans Clinic tomorrow, I was thinking I might take Caleb.
00:40:13Makes sense.
00:40:14So you okay with that?
00:40:15Yeah.
00:40:16I mean, I can look after things here.
00:40:19I think it'd be good for him.
00:40:21That's...
00:40:22very thoughtful.
00:40:23You think so?
00:40:24Sure.
00:40:25I think he'll appreciate it too.
00:40:27Okay.
00:40:28Good.
00:40:30Not that it matters.
00:40:31He's fine with whatever tasks, right?
00:40:32Yeah.
00:40:33Good.
00:40:36Woof!
00:40:37Woof!
00:40:41You know what to do?
00:40:42What Pixie did to the talking?
00:40:44You'll see she has more effect than anything you say.
00:40:46I don't know about that.
00:40:48You made a difference to me.
00:40:50I did?
00:40:52Yeah.
00:40:53Woof!
00:40:54Alright, alright.
00:40:55I'm coming.
00:40:56This is Leo.
00:40:57Is he a poodle?
00:40:59He is a poodle.
00:41:00Full-bred poodle.
00:41:01Woof!
00:41:02Woof!
00:41:03Woof!
00:41:04Woof!
00:41:05Woof!
00:41:06Woof!
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00:41:37Woof!
00:41:38Hey!
00:41:40For what?
00:41:41For letting me come along.
00:41:55How many times am I going to need to remind you that I am the great-for-one,
00:41:59Mr. Volunteer.
00:42:00Well, still, that was special.
00:42:03It's a different perspective, not being the injured one.
00:42:06It looked like you were able to connect with him in a way that I can't,
00:42:09given your military service.
00:42:11Maybe, but that doesn't mean you coming is any less powerful.
00:42:17You do that every Christmas?
00:42:19I try to go every month or two, but Christmas is especially important.
00:42:23Wow, that's really impressive.
00:42:25It's good, having more human interaction.
00:42:28And for the dogs?
00:42:30I meant for me, but it's good for them too.
00:42:36Can I ask you something?
00:42:38Of course.
00:42:39Is your military service an issue with your family?
00:42:43I'm sorry, that is none of my business.
00:42:45No, it's okay, I just...
00:42:47I'm not that great at talking about it.
00:42:50But no, they didn't mind.
00:42:52They just worried.
00:42:54Who wouldn't worry in their shoes?
00:42:55Yeah, but they were supportive, so...
00:42:59Oh.
00:43:01You're wondering what happened.
00:43:03I'm sorry, I'm being nosy.
00:43:05It's okay.
00:43:09After the accident, I was...
00:43:11Well, let's just say I wasn't that easy to be around.
00:43:15I was afraid I wasn't going to recover and...
00:43:18Well, I didn't know what I was going to do next.
00:43:21My parents, they kept trying to make everything better.
00:43:24Like this relentless optimism.
00:43:27Always saying things like,
00:43:29you know, it's all part of God's plan.
00:43:31There's better things ahead.
00:43:33You just have to have faith.
00:43:37You know, I was raised to believe in God,
00:43:39but it got harder and harder to keep hearing them say it over and over.
00:43:44How could something so terrible be part of His plan, you know?
00:43:51Anyway, we had an argument.
00:43:53A big one.
00:43:55And I'll admit it was more my fault than them, but...
00:44:02But I pushed them away.
00:44:05And there you have it.
00:44:08I'm sorry.
00:44:10You know, I haven't told anyone that except for Eli.
00:44:14Pastor Eli?
00:44:16Yeah, we served together.
00:44:18Not in the same capacity, of course, but...
00:44:22He was the army chaplain and we stayed friends.
00:44:26I didn't realize that.
00:44:31Thank you for telling me.
00:44:36Yeah.
00:44:42Come in.
00:44:44Hey.
00:44:45Hi.
00:44:46What's up?
00:44:47Came as soon as I could.
00:44:49Those look yummy.
00:44:50Help yourself.
00:44:52I'm trying to figure out how to cut costs at the shelter.
00:44:55I thought you already cut what you could.
00:44:57Well, not enough.
00:44:59It sounds like you need to bring more money in.
00:45:01Can you raise prices to adopt?
00:45:04No, because it has the opposite effect.
00:45:06Less people adopt and then I have more animals to care for.
00:45:09Yeah, makes sense.
00:45:10I even got an unexpected donation, but utilities, dog food, rent, it's already gone.
00:45:15I'm using my own money to float the shelter.
00:45:18I can't keep this up.
00:45:21So, any ideas?
00:45:23At your basketball games, there are always banners from sponsors.
00:45:27How does that work?
00:45:29They pay to have their logo and information shown as sponsors for the event or school team.
00:45:35But we usually have banks and orthodontists sponsoring.
00:45:38Not sure it'll fit for the shelter.
00:45:41I was thinking vets.
00:45:43That's a good idea.
00:45:45The vet you find a home for is a potential new patient for a veterinarian.
00:45:48Exactly what I was thinking.
00:45:50But what do I do?
00:45:52Call up and say, hey, can I print your name in exchange for money?
00:45:55I think you'll need to sell it a little more than that.
00:45:57Think about how you got other donations for the shelter.
00:46:00Most came from when Kathy ran it and a lot of those have already tapered off over time.
00:46:04What about that Ryan guy?
00:46:06He's the one who gave a little extra recently.
00:46:09I can't ask for more.
00:46:11Well, I'll write some talking points for a sponsor then.
00:46:15I'll start compiling a list of vet offices to call.
00:46:17Okay.
00:46:23Mac. Hey, any luck?
00:46:27Really?
00:46:29Oh, thank you so much, man.
00:46:32Yeah, yeah, hold on.
00:46:38Okay, go ahead.
00:46:41Yeah, perfect.
00:46:43Yeah, I'll reach out to them about how to pick it up.
00:46:45Hey, thank you again.
00:46:47This means so much.
00:46:49I mean it.
00:46:51Okay.
00:46:53Yeah, take care.
00:46:55Hey, Merry Christmas.
00:46:57Alright.
00:47:03Okay, thank you. Bye.
00:47:07Hey.
00:47:08Caleb, I thought you weren't coming in today.
00:47:10Yeah, I wasn't, but I have some news.
00:47:13So, I reached out to an old army buddy of mine
00:47:15who used to train dogs in the military,
00:47:17and long story short, I told him about the shelter
00:47:19and asked if he had suggestions about getting dog food
00:47:21at a better price.
00:47:23You did all that?
00:47:25Yeah, and, well, he called and passed along what we need
00:47:27and, well, guess what?
00:47:29This one company is willing to pledge a year's donation
00:47:31of food for all of our cats and dogs.
00:47:33Are you serious?
00:47:35Caleb, that's... Thank you!
00:47:37Yeah, it wasn't me, it was Mac and his company.
00:47:39I can't believe you did all this.
00:47:41Seriously, you went after it, though.
00:47:43Well, you have enough to worry about.
00:47:45Not nearly as much now.
00:47:50Really, thank you.
00:47:52Yeah, of course.
00:47:56So, what are you working on?
00:47:58I'm trying to find a veterinarian
00:48:00to sponsor the adoption drive.
00:48:02Nothing yet, but I'm not even halfway through the list.
00:48:06Do you need any help?
00:48:08I might be done with these calls before tomorrow,
00:48:10but if not, that'd be great.
00:48:12Sounds good.
00:48:14I'll see you tomorrow.
00:48:16Thank you, again.
00:48:36Sounds great. We'll see you tomorrow.
00:48:39Hi. Can I help you?
00:48:41Yeah, I have kind of an unusual question.
00:48:50Here you go. It takes some time to get to know him.
00:49:02Hello? Davenport Animal Haven.
00:49:04Hi, I'm calling for Amber.
00:49:06Yes, is she?
00:49:08I'm with Firstline Animal Hospital,
00:49:10and we have six hospitals throughout the county.
00:49:12I just wanted to find out more about sponsoring
00:49:14your Christmas adoption drive.
00:49:16Oh, great.
00:49:18Wait, how did you hear about being a sponsor?
00:49:20A man came by.
00:49:22Let's see, what was his name?
00:49:24I wrote it down somewhere.
00:49:26Oh, here it is. Caleb Hale.
00:49:28Great.
00:49:30Any questions I can answer about the sponsorship?
00:49:33Hi.
00:49:35Hi. Looking for something?
00:49:37Him.
00:49:39Hey, what's going on?
00:49:41The animal hospital?
00:49:43Did they call?
00:49:45Yes.
00:49:47Oh, good. I wasn't sure if I was doubling up.
00:49:49You might have called already, but I was driving by and thought,
00:49:51why not?
00:49:53They signed on to sponsor the Christmas adoption drive.
00:49:55That's great.
00:49:57You have no idea.
00:49:59Look, are you doing anything tonight?
00:50:01No. Why?
00:50:03My mom always has a Christmas pie night in December.
00:50:05I want you to come.
00:50:07We'll make it a celebration.
00:50:09Okay. Yeah, sure. Sounds fun.
00:50:13I hope this crust turned out all right.
00:50:15I can tell you right now if it did.
00:50:17Oh, no, you don't.
00:50:19Hello.
00:50:21Hi, everyone.
00:50:23Oh, hi. I'm Becca.
00:50:25Evan. Nice to meet you.
00:50:27Hi, Heidi.
00:50:29And this is Caleb.
00:50:31Caleb, this is my mom and my dad.
00:50:33Pleasure.
00:50:35Oh, I'm so glad that you could join us.
00:50:37Amber told us all about those miracles that you worked for the shelter,
00:50:39so you get the first slice.
00:50:41Now, on Christmas pie night,
00:50:43we do have a little bit of everything,
00:50:45but we like to start with the proper dinner,
00:50:47so we have shepherd's pie first.
00:50:49Sounds delicious.
00:50:51Okay, well, Margaret,
00:50:53why don't you say the blessing on the food?
00:50:55Happy to.
00:50:57We are grateful for this fine meal
00:50:59and the traditions that bring us together
00:51:01to celebrate your son's birth
00:51:03at this special time of year.
00:51:05We are so pleased
00:51:07that Caleb could join us.
00:51:09Help him to feel at home here with us.
00:51:11Please bless this food
00:51:13as we know that it is from your hand,
00:51:15and we are thankful for all of the blessings
00:51:17that you give us. In Jesus' name, amen.
00:51:19Amen.
00:51:21Well, dig in, everybody.
00:51:23There's plenty more, but save some room for the dessert pies.
00:51:25Thanks, Mom.
00:51:27So, Caleb, when you're not
00:51:29single-handedly saving the day at the shelter,
00:51:31what do you do?
00:51:33I think Amber gives me too much credit.
00:51:35I help out an old army buddy at the church.
00:51:37Oh, how long do you serve for?
00:51:39Nine years, sir.
00:51:41Call me David.
00:51:43Amber mentioned that you had been injured. How are you feeling now?
00:51:45Mom?
00:51:47Pretty much good as new.
00:51:49Good. Your poor parents must have been beside themselves.
00:51:51This is good pie, Mom.
00:51:53Tell us about yourself. Amber only tells me so much.
00:51:55Oh, we should do that
00:51:5720 questions thing. You know, like what you guys
00:51:59do when I bring home a date to meet the family?
00:52:01Great idea.
00:52:03What do you think?
00:52:05Sure, why not? Brace yourself, Caleb.
00:52:07He's our guest. Maybe let's...
00:52:09What's your favorite meal?
00:52:11Steak, I guess. First car?
00:52:13An old Bronco. Do you have a girlfriend?
00:52:15No.
00:52:17What's your favorite pie? Pecan.
00:52:19Perfect, because I made some for later.
00:52:21What kind of books do you read?
00:52:23Thanks for helping me with these.
00:52:25I want to start selling them at the diner.
00:52:27I'd buy one.
00:52:29These are so cute. They make great neighbor gifts, too.
00:52:31Can I have one?
00:52:33Of course.
00:52:35Caleb, you want a hot chocolate pop?
00:52:37Sounds great, thanks.
00:52:39Well, come on over here.
00:52:43Alright, how's this work?
00:52:45Never had a hot chocolate pop before?
00:52:47Uh, no.
00:52:49I'll have a milk one.
00:52:51Like that?
00:52:53Yep.
00:52:55And then we just add some milk.
00:53:01Hey, that's pretty neat.
00:53:03It tastes good, too.
00:53:13Oh, wow. That's good.
00:53:15I know, right?
00:53:17Hey, what if you sold these at the adoption drive?
00:53:19What do these have to do with pet adoptions?
00:53:21It fits more under Christmas, but
00:53:23I don't know, it could be an impulse buy.
00:53:25Something festive.
00:53:27I'm just thinking out loud. You don't have to do it.
00:53:29No, I like that idea.
00:53:31Yeah, I'd buy them.
00:53:33Can I pay you to make some for me to sell?
00:53:35Yeah, of course.
00:53:37Something wrong?
00:53:39No, I'm just thinking.
00:53:41Hot chocolate pops work for Christmas,
00:53:43but you could also sell collars and leashes.
00:53:45Aw, cute.
00:53:47Or you could invite in existing pet owners
00:53:49to decorate a collar for their dog.
00:53:51Or...
00:53:53Decorate a leash.
00:53:55Or even photos with Santa Claus.
00:53:57Santa Paws.
00:53:59It's starting to sound less like an adoption drive, though.
00:54:01But that's good.
00:54:03Instead of just another adoption drive,
00:54:05it could be like...
00:54:07like a Christmas pet fair.
00:54:09So I can tell my neighbors about it
00:54:11without them feeling like I'm pressuring them to adopt?
00:54:13Exactly.
00:54:15But just people being there will help spread the word
00:54:17and get people thinking.
00:54:19Sounds like we've got a lot of work to do.
00:54:21I need to update all the flyers
00:54:23and tell the reporter that Ryan arranged what we're doing.
00:54:27How did you get to be so creative?
00:54:29I don't think I've ever been called creative.
00:54:31Well, you are.
00:54:35Seriously. You don't know how huge all of this is.
00:54:37A few days ago, the shelter was broke.
00:54:39I was trying to figure out how to keep it all going
00:54:41and not give more than I could afford myself.
00:54:43I didn't know what to do.
00:54:45Especially if I had to turn away an animal in need.
00:54:47I'm glad it didn't come to that.
00:54:49But then you went above and beyond.
00:54:51Like, way beyond.
00:54:53And for the first time,
00:54:55I am eager to get to work
00:54:57without the fear that I'll fail.
00:54:59Knowing that I can focus on the animals
00:55:01with less pressure about the money side is...
00:55:05I could tell that you were worried and sad
00:55:07and I didn't want that.
00:55:09Thanks for bringing me along tonight.
00:55:13It's been a while since I've been around a family.
00:55:17They like meeting you, too.
00:55:19I'm sorry for their non-stop questions.
00:55:39Okay, we are going to make this
00:55:41the best Christmas adoption drive yet.
00:55:43We're holding it here, right?
00:55:45Yes, and pray for good weather
00:55:47because we're going to have to do crafts
00:55:49and things outside.
00:55:51But I think it'll work.
00:55:53Now, Heidi is making the hot chocolate pops.
00:55:55I think we put her in charge
00:55:57of selling that over here.
00:55:59And then we'll have somebody run
00:56:01decorating the collars and leashes.
00:56:03Do you want me on that?
00:56:05Yeah.
00:56:07I'll get my family to help out.
00:56:09I'd rather the three of us handle the adoptions, though.
00:56:11We can do that.
00:56:13However, I do like the Santa photo idea,
00:56:15especially for people who just adopted a pet.
00:56:17I'm thinking we put up a backdrop for that
00:56:19about here.
00:56:21Sound good?
00:56:23Yeah.
00:56:25Okay.
00:56:27Now, this is a lot to handle
00:56:29on top of everything we do each day.
00:56:31I can focus on it if you want.
00:56:33It's too much, man.
00:56:35I think I can figure most of it out.
00:56:37You two were handling all the normal things
00:56:39before I came anyways.
00:56:41Okay. I'll go ahead and adjust the new flyers,
00:56:43but do pass along anything that's too big.
00:56:45All right.
00:56:47And is there a volume discount at all?
00:56:49Uh-huh.
00:56:53Okay.
00:56:55And all that's in stock right now.
00:56:57Cool.
00:56:59Yeah, okay.
00:57:01Well, thank you very much.
00:57:03Yeah, goodbye.
00:57:05Sorry.
00:57:07It's fine.
00:57:09How you doing there, Rexy? Still eating all your kibble?
00:57:11Yeah, he's doing all right.
00:57:13Hey, what's his story?
00:57:15You said every animal has one.
00:57:17Yeah.
00:57:19He's someone I don't know much about.
00:57:21When I first brought him here,
00:57:23I was expecting someone might show up to claim him
00:57:25because he's so sweet
00:57:27and he gets along with other dogs well.
00:57:29Now I just keep waiting for someone to adopt him.
00:57:31I'm not sure why no one has.
00:57:33One day.
00:57:35Someone will see him for who he is.
00:57:37I wish everyone could see animals the way you do.
00:57:41What if they could?
00:57:43I could type up all the animals' stories
00:57:45for the adoption drive.
00:57:47And maybe display it next to their kennels.
00:57:49Yeah.
00:57:51That way if I can't tell them myself,
00:57:53they can still learn about the animal they're looking at.
00:57:55Yeah, I like it.
00:57:57It's nice,
00:57:59brainstorming with you.
00:58:01I just hope it helps enough.
00:58:03I want this to go really well.
00:58:05For you.
00:58:07Thanks.
00:58:09Hey,
00:58:11would you, uh,
00:58:13would you want to do something tonight?
00:58:15After the shelter closes?
00:58:17Yeah, I'd like that.
00:58:23What's this?
00:58:25You like painting and pottery.
00:58:27I thought this kind of combined both of those.
00:58:29Are you serious?
00:58:31I know the shelter is so important to you,
00:58:33but I thought you kind of
00:58:35might need a break.
00:58:37You'll want to reminisce.
00:58:39This is so great.
00:58:41It's been a long time since I've done anything artistic.
00:58:43Well then,
00:58:45shall we get started?
00:58:47Mm-hmm.
00:58:49If I paint mine camouflage, will you judge me?
00:58:51Not at all.
00:58:53So what are you painting?
00:58:55I'm painting a dog in a Santa hat.
00:58:57Napping by a Christmas tree.
00:58:59I will save that for canvas.
00:59:01Well, either way, I think you'll put me to shame.
00:59:03Okay, do not put me on a pedestal yet.
00:59:05Who knows how the dog will turn out.
00:59:07So,
00:59:09if you hadn't gotten involved with the shelter,
00:59:11would you have pursued art?
00:59:13I don't know.
00:59:15It's kind of hard to imagine now.
00:59:17But do you regret not giving art more of a chance?
00:59:19I don't think so.
00:59:21I like the variety of things I do at the shelter.
00:59:23I'm fine with art being my hobby.
00:59:25What about you?
00:59:27If I hadn't joined the Army?
00:59:29Yeah.
00:59:31I don't know of anything specifically,
00:59:33but it's more so a feel of what I like to do.
00:59:35Which is?
00:59:37Being useful?
00:59:39I don't know.
00:59:41I say that, but there's a lot of ways you can be useful.
00:59:43Maybe it's the variety that helps.
00:59:45Did you have that in the Army?
00:59:47Yeah.
00:59:49A lot more than you'd think.
00:59:51I guess you are trained for whatever could go wrong.
00:59:53To a degree, yes.
00:59:55But there's a lot of times that you just had to improvise.
00:59:57Find a solution.
00:59:59I think I like that too.
01:00:03That's why you're so amazing.
01:00:05What?
01:00:07All of your good ideas and problem solving.
01:00:09I'm willing to bet, though, you've always had that talent.
01:00:11Who knows?
01:00:15Well, I am just lucky that you stopped by the shelter
01:00:17and have put up with the noise and craziness.
01:00:19It's been exactly what I was missing.
01:00:21Seriously.
01:00:23And not just the work,
01:00:25it's the little smiles on all the dogs' faces,
01:00:27like Rex.
01:00:29The fun little personalities of all the cats.
01:00:31And James, and...
01:00:33well, especially...
01:00:35you.
01:00:37Is that okay?
01:00:41Of course.
01:00:43Good.
01:00:45There's this focus he has.
01:00:47Like an intensity that is so impressive.
01:00:49Everything he does,
01:00:51he does 110%.
01:00:53That's rare.
01:00:55And it's sweet, too.
01:00:57It makes me want him to have some joy from all this.
01:00:59What makes you think he doesn't?
01:01:01That he seems happy,
01:01:03except for...
01:01:05well, he's alone.
01:01:07Alone or lonely?
01:01:09Both.
01:01:11He's gonna be alone this Christmas.
01:01:13Well, you should invite him to spend it with us.
01:01:15That's what I was thinking.
01:01:17But?
01:01:19It helped, but it wouldn't fix what needs fixing.
01:01:21He shared some things with me
01:01:23the other day, and...
01:01:25And? You want to make it all better.
01:01:27Just like those dogs and cats at the shelter.
01:01:29Yeah, but it's more than that.
01:01:31He deserves to be happy.
01:01:33Truly happy with nothing held back.
01:01:35But I know he can't get there
01:01:37without making some changes with his family.
01:01:39Well, why does it matter
01:01:41to you so much?
01:01:43Because it hurts
01:01:45when I catch glimpses of him when he's sad.
01:01:47And you care for him.
01:01:51He'll find his way, one day at a time.
01:01:53Not if he does it alone.
01:01:55Well, who said
01:01:57that we were going to leave him alone?
01:02:03What is in these, anyway?
01:02:05Nothing. They're just to decorate for the adoption drive tomorrow.
01:02:07What?
01:02:09Well, here, I was so curious.
01:02:21Okay, ready? One, two, three.
01:02:39Come here.
01:02:41Come here.
01:02:47Let me know if you need any help.
01:02:51Hey, boy. You want to come home with me today?
01:02:53I have to admit, I'm pretty grumpy in the mornings, though, okay?
01:02:59That's the nice thing about them, huh?
01:03:01What's that?
01:03:03Dogs. They'll accept you as you are.
01:03:05They'll hold in your flaws against you.
01:03:07Yeah.
01:03:09If only we could all be that way, huh?
01:03:11Right?
01:03:13What about that guy over there?
01:03:15Yeah, so,
01:03:17that's actually Rex.
01:03:19He has been at the shelter the longest,
01:03:21and we don't have a ton of information on him,
01:03:23but he is the sweetest dog.
01:03:25He loves to play fetch.
01:03:27He gets along with other dogs great.
01:03:29Yeah, I could see how people would really like that for the cats.
01:03:31Here.
01:03:33I'll be right back.
01:03:35Thanks.
01:03:39This is the biggest turnout
01:03:41I have seen at Christmastime.
01:03:43Amber has you to thank for this.
01:03:45No, we've all pitched in,
01:03:47but Amber, she does so much,
01:03:49and I just hope we find homes
01:03:51for a lot of animals.
01:03:53Yeah.
01:03:55So, what are you doing for Christmas?
01:03:57I'm just keeping it quiet this year, relaxing on my own.
01:03:59Oh, well, we would love for you to spend it with us.
01:04:01Oh, thank you.
01:04:03It's not an intrude.
01:04:05It's a day for family.
01:04:07It's no intrusion at all.
01:04:09Heidi's joining us for the day.
01:04:11James is coming for Christmas dinner.
01:04:13You could at least join us for that, couldn't you?
01:04:15Maybe.
01:04:17Speaking of family, where is yours?
01:04:19Won't they miss you?
01:04:21I don't think so.
01:04:23They're back in Kansas.
01:04:25Every parent wants to be with their child at Christmas,
01:04:27no matter how old or young.
01:04:29It's not that simple.
01:04:31Okay.
01:04:33Come on, out with it.
01:04:35We're, uh,
01:04:37not that close anymore,
01:04:39and it's...
01:04:41I just don't think that they want to forgive me.
01:04:43Caleb,
01:04:45trust me.
01:04:47If there's anything to forgive,
01:04:49they've already done it.
01:04:51You know, certainly Christmas is the perfect time
01:04:53for healing and forgiveness.
01:04:55It's what it's all about.
01:04:57Take whatever step you can,
01:04:59even a small one.
01:05:01Give them something, you know,
01:05:03a way to bridge the gap between you.
01:05:05That'll be the best Christmas present.
01:05:09Thanks, Margaret.
01:05:11Yeah.
01:05:13Well, either way, the invitation still stands.
01:05:15I appreciate that.
01:05:23This is Rex
01:05:25who you were asking about.
01:05:27Like I said, he is great with children
01:05:29and a wonderful family dog.
01:05:33Yeah, if you just want to head over to James over there,
01:05:35he'll help you start the paperwork.
01:05:37Of course.
01:05:39I'll come back and check on you in a few minutes
01:05:41and see how you're doing.
01:05:45Hey, guess what.
01:05:47What?
01:05:49That couple over there is thinking about adopting Rex.
01:05:51Oh.
01:05:53That's great.
01:05:55They have two kids at home.
01:05:57It'll win them over, I'm sure.
01:05:59Just not certain yet.
01:06:01They're also thinking about Ollie.
01:06:03Oh, Ollie's great, too.
01:06:05Do you want Rex to stay?
01:06:09No, no, he...
01:06:11he needs a good home.
01:06:13And he looks so happy.
01:06:17Oh, he's a sweetheart, too.
01:06:19No.
01:06:21Yeah.
01:06:23I was thinking the same thing.
01:06:25But Rex is so friendly.
01:06:27And he's been here so long.
01:06:29Mm-hmm.
01:06:31How do we choose?
01:06:33Would you want to adopt both?
01:06:35They get along with each other
01:06:37and other dogs.
01:06:39I don't know.
01:06:41This would be our first dog.
01:06:43I think we need to stick with one for now.
01:06:45No pressure, just a thought.
01:06:47Hi.
01:06:49Hey.
01:06:55I'll be right back.
01:07:03So, how's it going over there?
01:07:05They're still deciding.
01:07:07Although...
01:07:09What?
01:07:11I think Ollie's going to be their choice.
01:07:13Oh.
01:07:15I really wanted Rex to have a homeless Christmas.
01:07:17Yeah, me too.
01:07:19He still could.
01:07:21Yeah.
01:07:23The drive isn't over yet.
01:07:27What?
01:07:29There's a connection between you two.
01:07:31I mean it.
01:07:33I'm not trying to get you to do something you don't want to,
01:07:35but I can see you love Rex.
01:07:37Amber, we all care about the animals here.
01:07:39Caring for their well-being
01:07:41isn't the same as worrying that he's not with you.
01:07:43Am I wrong?
01:07:49No.
01:07:53How are you going to feel if they choose Rex?
01:07:59I'm going to go check on them.
01:08:01Will you watch Rex for a second?
01:08:09How are we doing over here?
01:08:11Good.
01:08:13All right.
01:08:19What do you think, Rex?
01:08:23I'm afraid I'm not a perfect fit for you.
01:08:25It's just me.
01:08:27And I don't want to let you down, you know?
01:08:31She is right, though.
01:08:33If anyone else adopted you,
01:08:35I'd really miss you.
01:08:37You're my buddy.
01:08:41What do you think?
01:08:43You want to give us a shot?
01:08:45You and me?
01:08:47Yeah. Okay. Let's do this.
01:08:57We're doing this. Yeah.
01:08:59Here's some instructions on Ollie
01:09:01specifically, what and how much he's used to
01:09:03eating, and general things as well.
01:09:05Okay. So we're all set?
01:09:07Yes.
01:09:11Thank you so much. Bye, Ollie!
01:09:19So, ready to sign Rex's
01:09:21adoption papers?
01:09:23Yeah. I am.
01:09:25And...
01:09:27Got it!
01:09:29Thank you. Bye-bye.
01:09:31Merry Christmas.
01:09:33Hey! Looks like a successful day.
01:09:35These are all the adopted
01:09:37animals today. The biggest pile ever!
01:09:39That's so good!
01:09:41Who would have thought this would all come together?
01:09:43Not me, if I'm being honest. Congratulations.
01:09:45Thank you. And really,
01:09:47we couldn't have done it without your help either.
01:09:49Glad I could help.
01:09:51Do you know why I do it?
01:09:53For the animals?
01:09:55That's nice and all, but no.
01:09:57I do it to see that smile
01:09:59on your face. For you.
01:10:01Oh.
01:10:03Amber, I think you know how
01:10:05special I think you are. And
01:10:07when I see something special, I can't let it go.
01:10:09Ryan, I...
01:10:13Thank you for thinking so much of me.
01:10:15I know you
01:10:17care, and...
01:10:19And...
01:10:21I appreciate all of the support
01:10:23that you've given to this shelter.
01:10:25And your friendship.
01:10:27But...
01:10:29But, uh...
01:10:31Nothing beyond that?
01:10:33I'm sorry.
01:10:35I had no idea.
01:10:37I, um...
01:10:39I had to try. Can't blame you, can you?
01:10:41No.
01:10:43And I'm flattered.
01:10:45Well, at least I got that right.
01:10:47I had hoped
01:10:49maybe I could at least
01:10:51take you out? Let you guys know me more?
01:10:53I appreciate that, but
01:10:55I wouldn't want to lead you on.
01:10:57You haven't.
01:10:59Are you sure? I feel so silly.
01:11:01If you want to change your mind
01:11:03about donating to this shelter, I completely
01:11:05respect that. Amber.
01:11:07Don't worry. I'm
01:11:09okay. And, uh...
01:11:11Thank you for being honest with me.
01:11:15You're a wonderful person, Ryan.
01:11:21Sorry, man.
01:11:23I guess he spoke up.
01:11:25It's... fine.
01:11:31A record number of adoptions in one day.
01:11:33Seriously.
01:11:35You guys were great.
01:11:37We did it.
01:11:39And I don't know about you, but I am exhausted.
01:11:41We're closed tomorrow and Christmas Day,
01:11:43but to take care of the animals, how about we
01:11:45take turns?
01:11:47Sure. Works for me.
01:11:49Great.
01:11:51Who wants to go out for dinner?
01:11:53I'm in.
01:11:55I'm, uh, actually kind of beat.
01:11:57And I want to get rec settled at home.
01:11:59I'll finish up here before I go.
01:12:01Merry Christmas to you both.
01:12:03Come on, Rex.
01:12:15Hey, I found one of your
01:12:17toys, Rex.
01:12:19There's a couple.
01:12:21Stay. Don't move.
01:12:23You look adorable.
01:12:25Guess who joined the family?
01:12:31It feels right.
01:12:33Already the house is warmer with Rex in it.
01:12:35I could see that coming.
01:12:37You adopting him and all.
01:12:39He's a good dog.
01:12:41Yeah, he is.
01:12:43And you let him in.
01:12:45I'm proud of you.
01:12:47Thanks.
01:12:49So now, it's time to keep going.
01:12:51What do you mean?
01:12:53It's time to let others in your life.
01:12:55You, I?
01:12:57You isolated yourself from people who love you.
01:12:59Am I wrong?
01:13:01No.
01:13:03Not really.
01:13:05Just listen.
01:13:07I've tried to keep my friend hat on and support you
01:13:09in whatever way you feel.
01:13:11But let me put on my pastor hat
01:13:13for a minute, okay?
01:13:15Okay.
01:13:17It's been hard to watch you struggle this past year.
01:13:19Not only because you pushed away your parents,
01:13:21but also God.
01:13:23I'm not trying to.
01:13:27I know my parents meant well
01:13:29and they just want what's best for me,
01:13:31but they don't know
01:13:33what it's like.
01:13:35They were trying in the best way they knew how.
01:13:37With faith.
01:13:39And they're not the only ones that want what's best for you.
01:13:41God does too.
01:13:43It doesn't seem like it.
01:13:45Why?
01:13:47Because the accident is the hardest thing you've gone through so far?
01:13:49Do you think it's easy for Him
01:13:51to watch you struggle?
01:13:53It isn't.
01:13:55Then why?
01:13:57Why let any of this happen?
01:13:59Because He loves you so much
01:14:01He will let you go through those hard times.
01:14:03Not because He wants to see you suffer,
01:14:05but because He knows
01:14:07you will come out stronger and happier
01:14:09if you surrender any suffering to Him
01:14:11and if you just don't give up.
01:14:13You really believe that, don't you?
01:14:15I do.
01:14:17In the first chapter of James,
01:14:19he taught that we can see a trial as joy
01:14:21knowing that the testing of our faith
01:14:23produces patience
01:14:25and that in turn strengthens us
01:14:27and perfects us.
01:14:29So the question is,
01:14:31do you believe that?
01:14:41Rex, come here.
01:14:43Ready? Sit.
01:14:45Hey,
01:14:47I've got something for you.
01:14:51I picked it out myself.
01:14:53Do you like it?
01:14:55Should we try it out?
01:14:57Okay, here we go.
01:15:01Mmm, it suits you.
01:15:03Merry Christmas, buddy.
01:15:15Merry Christmas.
01:15:31Hello, Caleb?
01:15:33Hi.
01:15:35How are you? Is everything okay?
01:15:37Is that him?
01:15:39Yes.
01:15:41Yeah, yeah, everything's fine.
01:15:43It's been a while since we spoke
01:15:45and I'm sorry about that
01:15:47and a lot of other things too.
01:15:49It's probably too late
01:15:51and there might not be any flights left
01:15:53but if you wanted to come visit for Christmas,
01:15:55that'd be okay.
01:15:57I'd be okay with that.
01:16:01I'm going to look up flights right now.
01:16:03We'll be there Christmas Day
01:16:05at the latest.
01:16:07Okay.
01:16:09Do we make cinnamon rolls this year?
01:16:11I did.
01:16:13Yes.
01:16:15Alright, now
01:16:17all the food is out
01:16:19so eat and graze as you wish for breakfast
01:16:21but remember that Christmas dinner
01:16:23is at 5 o'clock
01:16:25so don't stuff yourselves or you'll be sorry.
01:16:27We never do that.
01:16:29Did you tell James it's time for dinner?
01:16:31I did.
01:16:33And you said you invited Caleb?
01:16:35I did.
01:16:37Well, he didn't say yes
01:16:39but he didn't exactly say no either.
01:16:41Maybe I should have said something
01:16:43like seconded the invitation.
01:16:47He seemed...
01:16:49I don't know, maybe he was just tired
01:16:51after the adoption drive.
01:16:53Come to think of it, maybe I shouldn't have asked him
01:16:55to check on the animals at all over Christmas.
01:16:57He's Rex now.
01:16:59Honey, you are overthinking everything.
01:17:01And he'll probably come.
01:17:03I guess we'll see in a few hours.
01:17:05Hold still.
01:17:07Just need to get you dry.
01:17:09Almost there.
01:17:11And good enough.
01:17:13Better, right?
01:17:15You know, we still need to talk about
01:17:17where you're going to sleep.
01:17:19No more sleeping in my bed, okay?
01:17:21Who knows, maybe I'll get you one of those
01:17:23ridiculously large dog pillows.
01:17:25Would you like that? Is that a yes?
01:17:27Okay.
01:17:35Who could it be?
01:17:37Stay here.
01:17:45Mom.
01:17:47Caleb.
01:17:53Dad.
01:17:55Merry Christmas, son.
01:17:57I'm glad you guys came.
01:17:59Us too.
01:18:01Who's that?
01:18:03Rex. Come on in.
01:18:07Hi, Rex.
01:18:09Oh, hi.
01:18:13How are you?
01:18:15He's wonderful.
01:18:17Come here, Grandpa Bean.
01:18:23Where are the little tongs for the veggie tray?
01:18:25That drawer.
01:18:27David, did you find the cloth napkins?
01:18:29I'll get it.
01:18:33Oh, Heidi, would you be a dear and grab me a pitcher?
01:18:35Yeah, of course.
01:18:39Something smells good.
01:18:41Yep, dinner's almost ready.
01:18:43I think Caleb's coming too.
01:18:45Oh, he is?
01:18:47Yeah, why?
01:18:49Just figured he wasn't.
01:18:51Did he say something?
01:18:53No, no reason.
01:18:55James?
01:18:57Maybe he just wanted to have some space.
01:18:59You know, he's independent.
01:19:03Or
01:19:05maybe
01:19:07because he
01:19:09likes you.
01:19:11He said that?
01:19:13No, but it was clear.
01:19:15Unspoken, but
01:19:17I could tell.
01:19:19Well, then why wouldn't he come?
01:19:21Well, maybe
01:19:23because he saw you and Ryan
01:19:25you know,
01:19:27with the two of you getting together.
01:19:29I'm not with Ryan.
01:19:31Oh.
01:19:33Uh, it looked like it
01:19:35at the adoption fair.
01:19:37No, we're not together.
01:19:41But Caleb thinks I am.
01:19:43Yeah.
01:19:55Amber.
01:19:57Hi.
01:19:59Merry Christmas.
01:20:01Merry Christmas to you too.
01:20:05Do you want to come in?
01:20:07I didn't mean to interrupt.
01:20:09I can come back later.
01:20:11No, Amber, wait.
01:20:15Rex just
01:20:17in there getting spoiled by my parents.
01:20:21They came?
01:20:23I'm so glad.
01:20:25Yeah, me too.
01:20:27Hopefully I can give Rex a good wife here.
01:20:29I have no doubt you will.
01:20:31I think you both will be very happy.
01:20:37I'm not dating Ryan.
01:20:41What?
01:20:43James said that you thought I was, but we're not.
01:20:45And I have never felt that way about him.
01:20:47Especially not now.
01:20:49When I've
01:20:51come to
01:20:53admire you.
01:20:55Admire?
01:20:57More than that, really.
01:21:01I think I'm
01:21:03falling in love with you.
01:21:07And not just because of what you did for the shelter,
01:21:09but because
01:21:11you're amazing.
01:21:13All on your own.
01:21:15Is that alright?
01:21:21Amber, I
01:21:23felt something for you the first day we met.
01:21:25You did?
01:21:27How could I not?
01:21:29And I think
01:21:31I think I've been falling in love with you
01:21:33a little more each moment we've spent
01:21:35together since then.
01:21:37So yes.
01:21:39It's more than alright.
01:21:41Good.
01:21:43What?
01:21:45It's just
01:21:47it's hard for me
01:21:49to imagine someone
01:21:51so full of life
01:21:53and purpose and kindness
01:21:55ever being interested
01:21:57in me.
01:22:01One day, I hope you
01:22:03recognize all of the good and strength
01:22:05that I see each time I look at you.
01:22:07But until then,
01:22:09I am happy to remind you.
01:22:21Merry Christmas, Caleb.
01:22:25Merry Christmas.
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