On December 12 FULLY, 13.13,
snow falls in Chicago.
One snowflake is born from the cumulonimbus cloud
10,000 feet above Lincoln Park.
It doesn't reach the ground for 45 minutes.
AT 1:58, land of snowflakes on Edith Struit's cheeks.
For their 50th anniversary,
her husband, Irv, brought him to life
Edith's most valuable treasure.
Music box his mother gave them
on their wedding night.
Five miles away, Martin Hamilton is waiting for a visit
from his sister, Clara,
with whom he has been exiled for the past ten years.
He gave him a black Labrador Retriever.
The same dog, Martin, lost eight months before.
Return to the master
as if not one day has passed.
Along the Gold Coast, Louis and Christina Selter
lead their 12 year old son, Matthew,
on what he believes is the way of the moonlight.
Too sick to go to Space Camp,
Matthew spent the last week hiding in his room
read the Air And Space Magazine.
He is filled with joy when he finds
a sparkling new telescope is aimed directly at the star
which is named after him.
A small piece of the universe is his,
but shared with everyone in the universe.
And in smart-and-taste-done house
in Chicago West you want,
Tom Jacobs checks his phone and smile,
who is the architect these dreams come true.
If he does his job well, they will never know.
And for Tom, it's all, work,
one he happened to be very good.
I have to know because I am him.
I can always find the perfect gift no matter what,
but Christmas is my specialty.
That's how I get my nickname, Mr. Christmas.
Oh, I forgot what I like Chicago.
You know, there are so many characters here,
so much history.
You know, there is a lot of history at home too, so...
Okay, what LA considers historic
is an 80-year-old stand for hot dogs.
Hey, uh, I'm very happy You are here.
I know that, big demand,
You missed a vacation With your family.
Okay, I told you a million times.
- Don't worry about that. - OK.
- Seriously, I want to be here. - Alright alright.
Besides that, I got an snow experience at Christmas again.
- That's right. It is true. - Oh, pizza.
We have to do the pizza tour.
Come on, tonight, after the movie?
Yes. Yes, of course. I'm just, I have to, I have to stop by the house.
- Before the film, okay? - Well.
Because I have a conference contact... 25 minutes.
- I have to go. - Oh okay.
- I have to go. Bye - Alright, see you later.
Okay, I'll pick you up at 2:00!
I will get the ticket!
♪ It's Christmas time ♪ ♪ Another season ♪
♪ And I'll start ♪ ♪ the caroling ♪
♪ With all the family ♪
♪ When the bell ring sleigh ♪
♪ And when I hear you sing ♪ ♪ without ♪
♪ Christmas time ♪
♪ Our favorite vacation ♪
Soy Cappuccino for Mr. Christmas.
Have you moved to the New Year yet?
Yes, Christmas is all wrapped.
Nice to meet you, Victoria.
I know I will find you here.
Why will a man of your acumen choose to work
in an ancient place like that, I will never understand.
Yes, I'm sure that's true.
Please sit down. What do I owe for pleasure?
Oh, I just want to tell you
that the gift you get for mom is an exciting success.
I haven't seen it . He's happy like that at age.
And get him abroad
for the whole season?
I didn't realize it I will get a prize
from this agreement too.
I can't thank you enough.
I'm glad you're happy, but a simple phone call
is enough.
And how will I see it that handsome face?
Besides that, social grace forced me
to invite you to dinner personally.
Dinner?
I already said I really appreciate it.
I want to say thank you.
Your sufficient cost is sufficient payment.
Oh, it doesn't make sense. Let a woman treat you a decent meal.
You will come, right?
You didn't make me come all the way here just to be shot down?
How can I miss it?
Great. How is Saturday?
We can eat at mother's house, and with her leave,
it's only us both in that big house.
And the staff.
Oh, Tom. They are not counted.
Well, I'm leaving. There is no rest for the divine.
I will meet you on Saturday.
- Enjoy your coffee. - Thank you. I'll.
Paul? Hello?
Are you there?
Paul? Hello? Hm.
Paul.
Hey, what's the problem?
I have been ringing upstairs doorbell for ten minutes.
- Sorry. Five minutes. Tops. - Oh. Oh, yes.
Yes, we will solve it. We will solve it.
Last day. Yes, yes.
Sure. Of course, whatever you need.
- Whatever you need. - Oh.
Yes, he is not the center of the universe
and he needs to understand that.
Jimbo. Certainly.
No, no, no, I love you. You are beautiful.
Yes, the end of the day?
I'm sorry, is not finished yet.
It's okay. Handle your business.
Yes. You should...
You have to go to the movies without me
and I will catch up with you after.
Okay, and we can do that,
, uh, pizza.
No, you know what, that...
Hey, this isn't even a problem.
I have to be at home packing, anyhow.
Okay, yes, no, no, no, Jim, I'm here.
Yes, yes, Jim. Yes, Jim.
I'm here with you.
- Love you. - Love you.
Yes.
Look, we are making Lemonade. Well?
Yes, yes, if you need to move deadline, we get it.
Hundo percento.
Yes, of course.
Max, take a deep breath.
We still have a few months before Valentine's Day.
That's a lot of time. Trust me.
I do this to make a living.
I have worked on the question, Tom.
Great, all right, good, you're just worried
fill in the profile and I will handle the rest.
- I am counting on you. - Well.
- Talk to you later. Bye - Fine. Bye
Not possible. Who is this?
- Hey, this is Paul. - Paul?
- Tom Jacobs. - Paul?
Tau Sig.
- Sure. Uh, Tau Sig. - Good. May I come in?
- So you want to hire me? - Yes.
How do you know about me?
Tau Sig, friend. You really have to think about advertising.
I will never find you if not.
Do you know the old adage, "Our way of thinking is influential"?
Now, now, the perfect gift is far less perfect when the recipient knows
that the gift actually came from that person
whose face is at the bus stop.
So your client gets the perfect gift and all credit?
- That's the idea. - Good.
Paul, I kind of have rules about it Don't consider people as clients with whom I have a relationship.
That can be personal. It can be messy.
Look, man, I really need your help.
Okay, just look at him.
His name is Jenny.
- Wow! - I know?
I'm crazy about him.
And I'm only a year
and-and he moved to Chicago _ a little after me.
And, yes, we don't live together.
And that's good, I understand.
Space, independent life, and so on, etc.,
but everything has been...
Things have happened a little tense recently.
And we like, uh...
- A kind of habit? - Well.
And I'm looking for for that big movement,
you know, -t-to get everything back on track
Because I don't think I will do better than this.
I need a gift, friend.
I am looking for for a Christmas gift.
That is less than three weeks.
That's not enough time, man.
- Sorry. - Please?
- I will think about this. - Thank you.
But I don't keep promises.
Listen.
Okay, fine, before I decided to invite you...
You need to fill in one of these.
- What is that? - This is Jenny in a nutshell.
That's the first step.
And if I decide it's suitable, then we continue from there.
People are very simple.
We like to think we are all beautiful and unique snowflakes...
but when you really get down there,
we are all just a little variation
from the same ice lump.
Core problems. Question one. Like and not like?
According to a national study, 52% of the US population
will say they like puppies.
Amazing.
Okay, maybe some ice blobs
has more points than others,
but they are still just lumps.
- Thank you, Jimmy. - Mm-hmm.
Hm...
Of course, not everyone is good at sharing
their intimate feelings.
Or maybe their colleague is not good at listening.
You can't just leave the space blank.
How can I know is his favorite childhood memory?
Have you tried asking him?
This is good.
Thank you, honey.
What do you like childhood memories?
Some answers require a little more hard work.
I have found that if you really want to know someone,
You have to read their favorite books.
He says a lot.
The question is not always must be complicated,
like number four. How do they spend their downtime?
Ah. Hi.
My business secret is...
Well, there's no secret.
That's not a gift, it's just a lot of research
and understanding as deep as that,
most of us want the same thing.
Sometimes, the simplest question
can lead for the most profound answers...
but not always.
Of course, this helps to ask big questions
to find out what inspired them, what moved their world.
This requires freedom.
People aren't always honest,
even with themselves,
when faced with with a question like this.
But if you really want to know what makes someone feel moved You might only get the answer by seeing it for yourself.
To be honest, these questions might feel like
they are impossible to answer,
but with the right people, they can be very clear.
Hm.
No, I don't give up, I say it's impossible.
- There is a difference. - Come on.
I think you should be good at this.
I am good at this, but the process takes time.
And two weeks is not enough,
especially for someone as attractive as Jenny.
Congratulations, by the way. He is a winner.
It's much harder to count out of most of my clients.
Yes I know. That's why I asked for help.
Come on, Tom, you won't let
one small speed bump throws you away, right?
But it can't be done, I have to focus all my attention to him
to get information you are missing.
That's a good idea.
You will find out in a short time.
- Come to dinner tomorrow. - What?
- Yes - Why?
So, you can meet him.
Get intel privately.
So, Tom, Paul told me You are a consultant.
- He did? - Y-yes.
Well, when I told Jenny you came for dinner,
he asked what you did, so I told him.
Yes, but Paul is not too complicated.
What is it like, uh, consultation What did you do?
Uh, you know, um,
finance and branding and outreach.
- The youzhe. - It all sounds like a keyword.
- They did it, right? - Mm-hmm.
- What about event planning? - Hm?
Well, it looks like you have various contacts,
considering the width of your expertise.
Mm Good... Yes. Yes, I, uh, me...
Yes, I dabbled, uh, the event planning.
- Really? That's perfect. - Mm-hmm.
You're the only guy I've been searching.
I will get more wine. Do you want wine again?
- Do you want more wine? - I will need...
- Good. - Yes, I would. Thank you.
- What is he talking about? - I do not know.
I don't know anything about planning events.
Then why did you tell him What did you do?
- Paul. - So, Tom...
I really can use your help if you are available.
Oh yes, of course. What exactly do you need?
Well, I don't know if Paul tells you,
but I really run a non-profit.
Oh, yes, yes, yes. Family Residence Network.
Providing shelter and comfort for families in need.
Yes!
I saw that when I saw it on the internet.
Well, I can still LA office from a distance,
but while I'm here, I think I will explore that possibility
expanding the Chicago branch.
So what better way to spread the word
rather than throwing the benefits of a great vacation?
- Uh huh. - And because I'm new to town...
I really can use it some help planning.
You know, finance, branding, outreach?
Such things.
You want help planning charitable benefits for Christmas.
Yes, that's amazing.
I know two weeks not much time.
Yes, I-it's a little short notice.
But I think we can do it.
- If you are interested. - Uh...
And as an added bonus,
I will actually have it a friend in town,
remember the fact we have to spend
almost every day together.
- Um... -II am sorry.
I don't mean to get rid of all this for you.
No, no, it's okay.
I already know you, what, 20 minutes?
And I have tried to recruit you into my charity.
- Don't worry about that. - Not really.
Forget me saying nothing. Honestly, me, I can handle it.
I'm just a little carried away sometimes.
Oh
Say yes.
You know what, I want to help.
- Really? - Sure. Sure.
- How can I say no? - Oh!
Wow. Thank you.
Yes, Tom, thank you.
- You're welcome, Paul. - Hm.
Well, remember that we don't have luxury time,
When do you want to start?
What is your day like tomorrow?
Oh, this will be great.
I failed to see how I got another job
with other Christmas deadlines is positive.
Dude, two birds, one stone.
You don't know about charity then suddenly
encourage conversation towards the deepest desire.
Plus, this is another salary, so I say
You have a pretty good holiday season.
You and I are very different A good definition.
Well, here he is now. I will tell you how it goes.
- Hey! - Hey Oh wow!
- We, uh, hug. - Sorry, I am late.
I walked past the captive building and I couldn't enter.
- Sure. Who can refuse? - I like this place.
That's very strange.
Oh what?
None. I have a client which describes it in the same way.
It's funny how different a word can be heard
depending on who said it.
- Right. - Something to drink?
What are the possibilities do they have herbal tea?
- Not a coffee drinker? - Not me. Well, that is.
Paul and I usually avoid caffeine.
Tea helps him relax.
It seems like he needs to do that a lot.
Yes, you know, he tried everything.
Massage, sleeping pills, aroma therapy.
Maybe he can try less stressful work.
Yes, try saying that to him and let me know how it goes.
- Have you ever heard of ASMR? - Mm-mm.
This stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian response.
They are strange, small videos that help you relax.
Like, people whisper, boil water, things like that.
- Paul doing this? - Oh, can't sleep without it.
Uh, what do you want?
Hm.
Wow! It's been a long time because I already drank caffeine.
Well, Paul isn't here, went crazy.
Alright.
I think I will have it black coffee.
Whoa! Slow down there.
Hi, Justin, can we get one more black coffee, please?
- Of course. - Thank you buddy.
Alright, let's go to business.
This program is in two weeks, so I think
the most important part gets a place.
What do you think?
I want something with lots of space, huh?
I hope for good results.
And I like something with some history.
So the pancake hut comes out.
Oh, and if we can get staff included, it will be amazing.
That way we don't have to rent extra help
to serve and everything.
- Staff. - Oh, and the kitchen.
For food preparation and what is not.
- Thank you. - Thank you buddy.
No problem.
Hm.
Mm I forget how good the taste of coffee is.
So it's the place.
To recap...
Large space, lots of history,
staff including, kitchen,
and it must be available in the next two weeks,
during the busiest time this year.
And the price is affordable.
- Not possible. - Actually...
- I think I know the place. - You are kidding?
I will make a call tonight And see.
Maybe we'll check it out tomorrow?
That's amazing.
- Perfect. - Perfect.
How is everything there?
Oh, I'm locked.
You should make me responsible long ago.
How about you?
Is Chicago as beautiful as you remember?
Yes it is. It's snowing today.
So I'm working for an 8 year old child?
- Hey, did you get my e-mail? - I did it.
Benefits are a good idea, but you have
enough bandwidth to manage it?
No, but I think
I found someone who can help.
One, uh, _ Brotherhood of Paul
specializes in in this kind of thing.
Ooh, brother brother. Is she cute?
- Meg! - What?
I have a boyfriend, so do you.
Is that so? How is that relevant my question?
- Yes, he is cute. - I know it.
It doesn't matter because I only use him for his skills.
- and his body. - Okay, I'm closed now.
I will talk to you soon. Missing your face.
- Alright, miss you more. Bye - Goodbye, honey.
Wow! This is very...
Strange?
Wow! This place is amazing.
Yes. It's almost like a museum.
- Oh, I know. - Beautiful.
- Oh, this. I will take it. - Oh.
Well, happy Christmas for me.
Uh, hello, Victoria. This is Jenny Stone.
The friend I told you about.
Nice to meet you.
This place is very beautiful.
Yes, mom at least tastes good.
You know, Tom didn't give me too much detail,
but I imagine it must do the trick.
Oh, this is perfect, and thank you once again
to let us there is an event here.
Oh, any reason to look after Thomas under my thumb
is worth the inconvenience.
Why don't you tell Jenny here
something about history home?
Well, it was already built in 1870,
but it has been experienced extensive renovations since then.
And a year later, became local knowledge.
1871? Wait.
Did you say that to me this place is somehow connected
to the Great Chicago Fire?
Some call it an urban legend.
I assume you know the origin of fire.
Yes, Miss O's cow & Leary
dropping the lantern in the warehouse.
Well, the barn is quite correct,
but absolute bullshit from the cow.
The story,
that hostess, Margaret,
falling in love with a poor shoemaker, Nathaniel,
but at the behest of his father, he is engaged
to the heir of the leading family , Alexander.
Now, even though Margaret is engaged,
she fell in love with Nathaniel and can't stand thinking about it without him.
So the two of them will meet in secret in warehouse O & apos; Leary.
In the weeks before marriage,
Alexander became suspicious of his bride disappearance of the night,
and one night he followed him.
- Oh no. - Oh, yes.
He followed him to the warehouse and him find the two lovers hugging.
Furious, he took out the gun
and shoot Nathaniel dead.
Broken heart, Margaret throws a lantern at Alexander,
start the fire.
He locked the warehouse,
seal his fate,
then go home, throw a noose
above the rafters of the warehouse
and hang yourself.
Wants only to reunite with his lost love.
If the fairy tale can be trusted,
fire of love and loss is very strong,
they swallow the whole city in fire,
except for his house,
which somehow survives the flames.
That's like they say,
"Hell is not angry like a woman who is mocked."
Oh, that's the most romantic story I've ever heard.
Yes, there is no complete good romance
without killing and mass destruction,
but it makes for extraordinary stories
to start the tour. Can we?
Leading.
Oh, uh...
We have a very complete kitchen designed to entertain
and our chef made a wonderful appetizer.
Salmon puffs, chicken tarragon, cappuccino mushrooms.
Wow, that all sounds amazing,
but I'm thinking something a little more basic.
Yes. I imagine you will do it.
Good.
Hm.
And this is playing the violin my fr
for years.
And this is a ballroom.
- This is perfect for waltz. - Oh.
The Vienna Waltz if you like adventure.
- Do you want to dance? - Well.
Hm.
Or whatever it is.
That place is amazing! And it's free?
How do you manage to do that?
Oh, Victoria is a very grateful client who has it has a little crush on me.
Yes? I see.
I mean, because you are very unselfish and you accomplish many things, not because...
Wow, come on change the subject.
I, um, I saw you writing some stuff back there.
- Do you want to discuss something? - Oh? Uh, well.
Only small details. Not me wants to bore you with them.
But we have to talk about it some big picture items.
I really want to wrap my head around charity
so we can strategize what might happen.
Amazing. Do you want to enter and talk about it?
You can see how my entire operation works.
At present all the families we help.
I want to take care of them to remind me of going through difficult times that it's all worth it.
Hm.
Not a bad place to work.
Yes. Well, work and live.
My apartment is upstairs.
Ah, so you fight
by separating your personal and professional life.
- That's too bad. - Oh.
And your coworkers... Ugh, they have to drive you crazy.
Oh yeah. All, all of them.
Make me crazy.
Now, I hope the benefits will help with that.
It must be hard to go your whole other life behind.
Yes, but you know, is only temporary.
Well, I mean, there are lots of opportunities for growth here in Chicago, but I'm not sure
how permanent is my relocation.
Even though it's very good back.
- Back? - Oh, I'm from here.
Yes, my mother and I went to LA when I was little.
Yes, and I missed it every day since.
- So you're a Chicago girl. - Through and through.
Yes, you know, back here
it just feels right, you know?
Like, finally I go home.
Now, for what it's worth, I'm glad you are here.
Maybe you will find it some reasons to stay.
Yes, you never know. Maybe I will.
So, have you helped all these people?
Yup, we have helped them, uh, pay home,
get a job, buy groceries.
I mean, really anything we can help.
Yes. We are lucky.
Hm.
What?
Nothing, it's just...
you do very important work.
Thank you.
You know what, I have to get out of your hair.
You have been with me enough today.
No. It's a nice day.
Hey, you want to go upstairs
and drink hot chocolate?
The way I say thank you
for everything you have done.
- Sure. Why not? Yes. - Well.
Mm You know, I like Christmas.
Families gather together, hot cocoa.
- Snow. - Broken fire.
There are no other holidays even compare in my book.
I'm with you there.
That's just something very magical about that.
Oh, and the music. I like Christmas music.
Good. Favorites all the time Christmas songs. Go away.
Oh, that's easy. "Baby Won & apos; t You Please Go Home?"
Not really a Christmas song. Go again.
Oh, when my father sang it,
but he added "For Christmas" to the end.
Well, is your father a musician?
- Yes, he is a blues musician. - Is it true?
Yes, he is not famous, but you know,
he will play here at the Chicago blues club.
I guess I will always have it weak spot for sad songs.
Me too. I grew up in the Chicago blues.
It's so cool that your father is a blues musician.
Mm-hmm. Yes, look. I have a picture here.
Sorry.
This is him and the band.
Robert Stone And The Chicago Fire.
That's my father in the middle.
And that's Sam Baker.
He, like, my uncle, grew up.
Okay, wait. Who is that?
- Is that you? - Yes.
Adorable.
I want to listen to them.
Oh, so am I. You do not know.
Yes, this is a pre-Internet day,
so they only have some songs recorded.
And I didn't buy their album because I obviously didn't think
I need to.
I haven't heard my father's voice in...
almost 20 years.
Yes, I am eight years old
when I started going to the Chicago blues club
and watch him play.
And my mother hates it.
My mother and father, they love each other,
but they fight like cats and dogs.
One day, my mother couldn't stand it anymore,
so he packed his things
and on December 1,
we moved to LA.
Starting a new life.
I understand now. "Baby Won & apos; t You Please Go Home For Christmas?"
It's about love in his life left him.
You know, he calls him every day
and singing that song to him.
Throwing my mother's nuts, but I'm thinking
it's the most romantic thing.
You know, we never returned to Chicago,
but a few years later, my father came and visited me on my birthday.
And a week later, he was killed in a car accident.
I never had to say goodbye.
I'm sorry. Terrible.
I don't have an idea why did I tell you that.
I'm glad you did it.
You know what, I have to leave immediately.
Yes, of course.
Uh, I guess...
if you want to meet again, just call me phone.
Certainly.
- OK. - We will, we will contact you.
Uh, uh, good night. Thank you.
Good evening. Of course. With pleasure.
- Have a nice night. - You too.
- Thank you. - Mm-hmm.
Oh what are you doing?
Uh, come!
Arrival!
- What? - Hi!
I'm sorry. Is this a bad time?
- Hi. Hi. - Hi.
I'm sorry. Paul gave me your address.
- I'm trying to call you a lot... - No, no, no, it's okay.
Only, give me a minute to wear clothes.
Maybe some pants.
Sorry about this. Almost ready. Hold it.
No problem.
Alright.
- Delivery! - Hey
- Directly from Café Libertad. - Thank you.
- Mm-hmm. - Mmm.
You're very smart this morning.
- What time is it now? - 6:30.
- In the morning? - Ah.
Are you a functioning adult?
So I have a lot of inspiration Last night
and I can't wait for to share it with you.
I came up with a theme. Christmas Day.
It's all about giving and family and warmth.
So why complicate things?
Yes, all foods can be homemade favorites.
Sugar, toffee and fudge cakes.
We can make a gingerbread house.
- I think it's great. - Right!
So now we have a day and theme,
I will send an invitation to the network.
Now, we have less than a week to realize this,
so we can't waste time.
- Do you have a pen? - Hey!
Uh... Have I told you about the scenery?
Bosses in the city.
View from the back porch,
it's really spectacular.
Please go up there, there on the homepage.
It's morning with sunrise...
- OK. - You really will like it.
- Yes - Alright, here it is.
Oh wow!
- You're not kidding. - right?
It's amazing here. Geez!
- Is that Lincoln Park Zoo? - Certain.
I used to go there all the time when I was little.
I want to know if it has changed a lot in the last 20 years.
- Tom? - Hey, hey!
What is a zoo, right?
You know, if you become an animal and like.
- Are you okay? - Yes
Yes, I'm amazing. Why?
I, I don't know, You only act rather...
- Aloof? Cool? - Like a weirdo.
- Let's see the plan, huh? - Well.
Now, you did it all this time last night?
Mm-hmm. And this morning.
We have decoration ideas, some gift suggestions,
sample recipes, gingerbread construction.
Okay, wait, this is an article
from Architectural Digest.
Oh yeah. I am very careful with my research.
I think we both can agree to that.
Well, this will be a lot of work
and we don't have much time.
Yes.
I hope Victoria doesn't mind some free Christmas decorations.
Um, alright, give me a ribbon. Hit that.
- Alright. - Hit that.
Yes!
I'm lucky.
Okay, let's do red.
Or...
Yes.
- Yes - Yes Ah.
- Hey! - Paul?
Hey!
- Who is this? - Boyfriend.
- Great. - Hm.
- The place looks good! - Mm-hmm.
What are you doing here?
I think you work late...
Yes, I left earlier than expected.
I think I'll stop by, see how everything comes.
- Well... - The right time. Done.
Yes, you know me.
Swooping at the last minute,
take all the glory.
Hi, I'm Paul. I don't think we've met before.
Victoria Stolle. Happy.
We just got for dinner.
Will you not join us?
- Ah, I don't want to interfere. - Oh, I insist.
It will be nice to have another guy around the house.
I've felt like the third wheel all day.
Thank you.
Wow, the food is very delicious. Mm...
Amazing.
Only one year and you move
across countries to be together.
Actually, I'm not so sure about...
You must be very serious.
Isn't that right, Tom?
Hm?
Don't you think they made
a beautiful couple?
Oh, yes, yes, he's great.
Uh, they're great. You are great.
Honey you don't have
political aspirations.
What is the power pair.
This is good. Isn't this good?
Mm-hmm.
Mm Mm, mm, mm.
Victoria, let me say thank you
to let Jenny host the charity here.
- This place is amazing. - Well, this isn't mine yet.
Jenny, this is a kind of house I've talked about.
Very? I really like it My apartment.
No, your apartment is good,
but you cannot raise five children in an apartment.
Sorry, five children?
Oh, I agree.
Yes, five children need a home.
They need a house on land. Families need space.
Uh, Jenny, You just catch it here.
I mean, a man with a plan for your future together?
- He is a guard. - Look carefully.
This is what we are working towards.
Thank you once again, Victoria.
Tom, I'm sure we'll talk soon.
I'll see you soon.
- Goodbye. - Goodbye.
Good... Thank you for dinner.
I might have to be hit the road, too.
Do you want to stay for drinks?
I told you, mom left town and I could use the company.
No, no thanks. Checking rain?
Come on. Stay with me.
You can stay at night if you want.
Choose any room matches your mood.
Mm-hmm. Good night, Victoria.
That's amazing!
I feel like I only saw a single wing.
And that's very big.
Do you have fun? Baby?
Jenny. What is that?
5 children? Very?
5 children? Where does it come from?
I come from a large family.
I always rather want five children.
That's really good, but talk to me about it, personally,
not in front of strangers.
I don't think is a big problem.
Not like that I want five kids tonight.
I have never heard you say this before.
Listen, I'm sorry.
I don't mean to be carried away.
I don't mean to make you feel uncomfortable.
Well, that's not all bad, right?
I think about our future?
I just want you to know that I'm in this matter...
a hundo percento.
I have a big plan for us.
You should hear it in the car.
I mean, he started struggling, man.
L-like worms.
Very?
Man, you, you have to get it grip on the situation.
You, you can handle this is much better if you just
stop doing... push-ups.
- Five children? - I know?
That's not a fact it's only five children,
It's a fact that he talks about children at all.
You know, and our future, like...
Will he propose? That's crazy.
I don't even know what to do with this information.
At least, he talks about the future.
I mean, is a good thing, right?
Yes, I think so,
but how did he plan it without me?
Do you know what I mean, like, five children?
Wow, I think women like this.
Like, marriage and children and...
You know, someone, a man who is thinking about the future.
Some women, of course.
But are you sure that Jenny is a rather woman?
I think of me, but do I even want that?
I mean, something isn't right , you know?
Maybe you are not ready for such a thing with him.
And does that mean ?
What I'm saying is that is only a year.
Maybe you should have a one minute brake pump.
No, I don't need to pump the brakes.
I mean, I didn't hire you to pump the brakes.
What I need is a gift.
I just say, maybe you need to plan your future with other people.
Someone like Tom.
I... No, that, it's crazy.
- You're crazy. - I just said.
I only know Tom a full week, okay?
And I've been with Paul, I'm still with whom, by the way,
we've been together for a year, you know,
and you only, you are unfair throw it far above crush.
I moved to Chicago for him.
Look, first of all, You are out in Chicago on business.
Second, you don't have an ring on your finger.
- You're free, honey. - Your soul is not destroyed.
Yes it is.
- And my heart is dying. - Stop being very dramatic.
Worst case scenario, both of you are a little confused.
I think you are right. Yes, I think you are right.
I think about everything too much, I think, you know?
I think you should be fair spend a minute, breathe it,
Soak it all, I'm sure you will rain soon.
And only, it only takes time, do you know?
Yes, I think you are right.
Yes, it's okay.
Everything is fine, just...
Help me? Help me smooth it all out.
You still have to plan the program, right?
- Mm-hmm. - But is that wrong...
what I'm looking forward to to see him so much?
- Of course not. - Ugh!
You know I want what's the best for you.
- right? - Yes
The question is, what do you want?
That's the problem, I don't know! I don't know what I want.
I don't know, I'm just very confused now,
but I think you might be right, you know.
I have to relax,
and let everything breathe
and see what happens.
Thank you, Meg. You are the best.
- You're welcome, baby. - OK.
- I will talk to you soon. - Alright, boss.
- Talk to you soon. - Talk to you immediately.
- Goodbye. - Goodbye.
You're welcome. So what a big brother do, huh?
Mm-hmm.
Tau Sig?
Only that T-shirt You have it, right?
I think it's good prepared.
Unh.
Will not be left here.
- Let's take it. - But-but... Okay.
That is there. Bam!
Alright.
Now, call my boyfriend
and do anything to get what we need.
Hey, I'm very happy You call me.
Seriously, I went crazy hiding in my office.
Here's what I need.
No, this is my pleasure.
Actually, it turned out to be a very nice day.
Yes. You know, I don't believe This record shop is still here.
I used to come here all the time.
This is the best record shop in Chicago.
The same family has it for generations.
If anyone can find it is a Robert Stone album,
these people.
You have tried to find it before, right?
You know, I have, but that's, like, a year ago,
and I'm not lucky, so I think it's a sign.
Well, your luck might change.
- Hey, Rosie. How are you? - Hey
Uh, we can use help find blues albums.
Sure. What do you need?
You know, if it's a blues, Tom, we can find it.
This friend of mine is used to play in local bands,
and the legend has it, they cut the album.
Oh yeah? They got a name?
Yes, but I doubt You must have heard about them.
You never know until you try.
Good.
Robert Stone And Chicago Fire?
- Sorry, never heard of them. - I told you.
But you can find it, right?
- Robert Stone and... - The Chicago Fire.
Fire Chicago.
Alright, let me see what I can do.
Thank you, I really appreciate it, but...
I don't think you will find anything.
Well, I have many friends in this city.
Don't give up on me first.
Well, I have confidence in you, Rosie.
Contact me if you find it something, okay?
- Okay, Tom. - Thank you.
- Alright. - Thank you.
Oh, I like this place.
You know, this is one of my favorite places to grow up.
So many memories.
My father and I often walk it runs every Sunday
on the way to the record shop.
- Really? - Yes
Oh, did you see this?
This is very beautiful.
You really haven't been here for a while.
They put this, like, _ seven, eight years ago.
- Really? - Yes
Hmm
- What? - There is no.
Only... Paul has to work late. Again.
Son, that guy must love very much his job.
Yes, sometimes I feel jealous.
You know, we should have done a pizza tour tonight.
This is the third time he's canceled this week.
Well... I'm ready.
I'll take you home anyhow.
It might also do it with pizza, right?
I still don't believe You like Pizano -... more than Lou Malnati. - Oh, that's not what I said.
What I'm saying is that I still enjoy it.
And, besides, you don't have a foot to stand here because your sky has been damaged
with what pizza receives in LA.
And I still have Pequod & sos on my mind.
- Wait, do we have Pequod? - Ooh, we will be next time.
And the tour will include the Crust Tavern.
Okay, you know, it's like a dream that came true for me.
Don't mess with my heart.
You really like it here, no?
Yes, I really am.
I wish I had never moved.
And today it's like being 12 again.
We do all the things I love.
Music, food,
history... people.
- Hey, hey. - Forgive me.
It's okay.
It's just that, today is a rather day
what I used to have with my father.
For the first time in several years, I feel like...
she's with me again.
Well, what is the value for, I'm sure
he will be very proud of from the woman you become.
I don't know about that.
No, I'm serious.
You are the most amazing person I've met.
You give everything and don't expect any reply.
You're not afraid follows your heart not important where it takes you, and...
most people don't have one bit
Such courage and passion.
We shouldn't be so do this, me...
Me, I'm with Paul.
I'm sorry.
Open!
- Paul? - Come on, it's me.
Hey, friend, are you okay? You look... worried.
Yes, you-you can say I'm worried.
Okay, but first, Paul... is not what you think.
Yes. Yes of course is not what I think.
I don't know what that is.
Listen, I can't wait any longer.
Tom, I need the prize.
Tell me you have something.
So, is this about the prize?
Yes.
So, come on, tell me. Do you know what that is?
Uh... um, no.
- Not yet. - Oh, God, this isn't good.
This is not good.
Jenny has been a lot lately.
I don't know. I, I, I'm desperate.
And maybe you've done something a little impulsive.
- Paul, that's... - Huge, I know.
Expensive. I do not know.
I just thought maybe this is what I need
to really seal the deal.
And if there is a doubt about him saying yes,
Your gift will put them to rest after we trigger it.
Right?
Tom?
Tom, are you okay there?
Actually no.
I don't think so This is a good idea.
Hey, I'm sure the prize will be very good.
You're Mr. Christmas.
No, I mean...
I don't think I have to help you do this.
- What? - Is this not wrong for you?
I don't want to cheat Jenny -... marry you. - What?
That's exactly what we did, we pushed
all the right buttons to make it feel
like you really know him,
but you don't.
Of course I know him.
Oh really? What is his favorite song?
Easy. "Don't Stop Believing." Travel.
No, it's nobody favorite song.
That's your favorite song.
God! I can't believe I did this!
- Do I do this for all my clients? - Not! No, no, no.
No, no, you help them. Just like you help me.
- This is your job. - No longer. I go out.
Where did this come from?
I don't know his favorite song, big problem.
He deserves better, Paul.
Why do you care?
I'm sorry.
I don't mean for this to happen, but more time
I spend time with him, the more I know him,
the more I have feelings for him.
Does something happen between you?
- Do you kiss? - Yes!
I don't even know how it happened.
You know, we're walking through the city,
and... it reminded me when I was little,
and I started talking about my father, and...
And then the snow starts to fall.
Perfect storm.
I know, and then...
You know, he just, he said all of these amazing things to me
nothing says,
and then, I just, I gave up.
So what does it feel like?
Oh, that's perfect, and terrible
and magic, and greatly suppress guilt,
and really all of this various emotions that compete
packaged in one , extraordinary
a terrible moment.
Ugh, I can't believe I did that.
Wow, Jenny, it's a kiss.
I know. I do not know what to do.
Have you told Paul?
No, I haven't.
Do you go to?
Of course, I have to tell him, I'm just...
I don't know what to say.
He called me, like, six times,
and I keep ignoring it, Because I don't want to lie to him.
I am just...
I am pretty much the worst person ever.
No, not you.
You are one of the best people I know.
You are only in a complicated situation.
Yes, you can say that again.
When is the next time do you see Tom?
This event is in three days, is definitely at that time.
Okay, okay three days ahead to find out the rest of your life.
Thank you, Meg. You are the best.
Look, whatever you decide, I know you will make it
the right decision. I love you.
I love you more. I will talk to you soon.
I'll talk to you later, honey.
Bye
Oh...
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I, uh... tried to call you.
I know. Forgive me. ME...
- We need to talk. - Yes
Yes. We, we do it.
I don't know... what happened
the last few weeks.
The last few months, really.
We've... gone.
- Paul... - But...
I want to fix it.
Fine things end once and for all.
Jenny...
Will you marry me?
Um...
Is this surprising?
Good. What happened?
Paul...
Paul, I can't marry you.
Yes.
I think it's possible long shot,
but... can't blame a man for trying.
Look, what happened between us no more than that from two people who are aware of
they are not together.
I hold it too tight and I screw it up.
We both hold it too tight.
And sooner or later,
we will realize the same thing.
More than that.
Is that true?
There is Tom.
I saw him before,
and he told me what happened.
Oh, Paul, I'm very sorry.
Okay, this is all my fault.
Please don't blame him for all this.
Forgive me if I encourage you to move to Chicago.
Don't.
I really like this place.
I know.
And I'm happy.
Hey.
What's your favorite song?
"Baby Won & apos; t You Please Go Home?"
Yes.
I'm far away.
Maybe I will listen to it.
Oh, can you put it in the library for me?
Thank you.
- Enough of the circus today. - Yes, I'm sorry. That's a lot.
You can. I registered for this.
This is the price we pay for being such an extraordinary person.
Where is Tom having an affair?
You know, I don't know.
He should meet me here,
but I haven't seen it yet.
What's wrong?
Paul and I broke up.
Oh That's so bad.
Yes.
I'm sorry.
Although, I have to say, I'm not surprised.
- What? - Oh, you know.
All things Tom. He should know better.
I honestly startled everything It didn't explode quickly.
Victoria, what are you talking about?
You know what he did to earn a living, right?
Yes, he coordinates events, and...
Hey.
Uh... I'm sorry.
I know I should have called you, but I thought
maybe you want a little space.
Is everything okay with that place?
Mr. Christmas?
So, Victoria is telling the truth.
- Jenny... - Now, you need to tell me...
everything.
- I'll leave, I promise. - When?
Let's not do this here, and that might be better
if I show it.
Have you researched me?
That's what I did. I told Paul this is bad...
Don't blame this on Paul.
God, I'm really stupid.
All this time You just studied me?
No.
I mean... yes.
It starts like that, but...
So, all the questions You have asked me,
makes me open...
I think it's because you are actually interested in me.
- Is there something real? - Yes.
So what you do, you just...
lying to people? Playing with their feelings?
- I try to help people. - How to?
By finding out what they care about,
and then exploiting it?
What about when these people Find out
this sincere personal gift
that means everything to them
given to them by foreigners?
That's not exploitation.
If you want to really connect with someone,
You must know what is important to them,
what makes their world change.
What I do for my clients is help they realize what it is
for the people they care about.
And then you make it fall in love with you.
It's okay, I've forgotten it now.
You know what, don't bother coming to the event.
I've handled everything.
Jenny, can we talk about this, please?
There is nothing left Talking about.
Oh, hey, Paul...
I'm not...
What happened?
You look terrible.
Thank you.
I... applied to Jenny.
He said no.
- Mourn. - Yes, that sucks.
Basically, run a marathon,
and try not to panic about that,
which is rather extraordinary, but...
No problem.
Jenny knows...
what we did,
and he hates me now.
Oh
Humans...
We are rather sad.
Yes.
Let's just say there are lots of fish in the sea.
You will be fine.
Hug it. Yes. Stop it.
You will be fine. Stop it.
Come on, it's okay.
I'm here for you. No problem.
Good.
Listen, friend, I'm planning
on sinking my sadness tonight,
and if you want to join me,
You will be welcomed.
You know, misery, company, etc.
Dude, you're the only person in Chicago I know that I haven't dated or worked with,
so my options are limited.
- Yes, you will be fine. - Unh.
No problem. I am here for you.
No problem.
I love you.
I love you too.
It's not like you can say "No." This is really good for me.
I think it's beats alone on Christmas.
Tau Sig?
Tau Sig.
I really have to keep going My heart rate goes up, so...
You know, I really think You just helped him realize
how wrong we are for each other.
Well, if it makes you feel better, I am very sure he will never talk to me again.
No.
It really makes me feel it's kind of horrible.
Listen, I mean, I still forget the facts it's Jenny and I are not suitable for each other
but... well, it hurts.
That's the truth.
You and Jenny...
Like, why do we all have to be _ miserable and alone?
Look, dude, if he ends with someone else...
I can't think of one person in the whole world
who will treat it better.
- So, what's the plan? - Plan?
To get it back.
No, no, no, no, no, plan...
is just continuing.
- Yes, that's stupid, man. - Hm...
We both know you won't get him.
Hey, when was the event?
Tomorrow night.
♪ Hurry past the snow ♪
♪ In one horse's open sleigh ♪
♪ Above the fields we go ♪
♪ Laugh all the way ♪
♪ Bells on bobtail tie ♪
♪ Make your spirit bright ♪
♪ What's fun is ♪ ♪ to ride and sing ♪
♪ A sitar song tonight ♪
♪ Jingle bells jingle bells ♪ ♪ jingles all the way ♪
♪ Oh, it's great to ride ♪
♪ In one horse's open sleigh ♪
♪ Jingle bells jingle bells ♪ ♪ jingles all the way ♪
♪ Oh, it's great to ride ♪
♪ In one horse ♪ ♪ sleigh open... ♪
- What did you make here? - Fruit dolls.
Oh, fruit dolls. I like it.
You have to think of a name.
I will return to check.
What is this?
♪ Now the land is white ♪
♪ Go while young ♪
♪ Bring the girls tonight ♪
♪ And sing this ♪ ♪ tune the song... ♪
Well, I admit, You know how to throw an event.
Usually, these things are very stuffy.
Thank you. I am very happy that way it turned out.
Yes. Everyone looks very happy.
Well, not everything.
I think we both know that I really like Tom.
I mean, who isn't? He is handsome.
And charming and wise.
- Don't forget the trick. - Who isn't?
Listen, I usually no one acknowledges,
but I'm not a monster,
and I won't do it standing between two people very clear crazy about each other.
And I know you think so What I say is a bad thing,
but... Tom is better with his talent than you give him credit.
Tom lies to me, Victoria.
I told him a lot of things I didn't tell anyone,
because I think he cares.
Apparently he only used it.
But what if he cares?
I will address guests. Excuse me.
If I can please everyone's attention.
I am usually not good talking in front of people,
so hold on to me.
I just want to thank you all for coming tonight
to help raise awareness for the Shelter Family Network.
This is our goal to open a branch here in Chicago.
That's because charity donor likes yourself
that we can to help families in need.
A family like all of us has,
but this only requires additional shoulder to lean sometimes.
So, with your help, money and awareness that we collected
can help take refuge and maintain a family
who needs us the most.
Thank you.
Sam?
♪ I'll call my baby ♪
♪ Ask him don't you ♪ ♪ please go home? ♪
♪ Every hour in the day ♪
♪ You will hear me say ♪
♪ Babies won't be happy ♪
♪ Go home? ♪
♪ Babies will not please ♪ ♪ go home for Christmas? ♪
♪ Babies won't be happy ♪
♪ Go home? ♪
Jen, you should be careful from that note.
This is signed by one of the greatest blues musicians I've met in my life.
Oh, and, uh...
You might want to take care of this too.
Your father gave it to me 20 years ago.
He asked me to keep it when he left.
I think he will like it You have it.
How are you...
Rosie and I made a lot
phone calls.
It turns out Robert Stone And The Chicago Fire
indeed made an album.
And we found a seller, and he has a copy.
Jenny...
I didn't mean to hurt you.
I know you might think that this is just a few
hoax to win you,
this is not.
The last few weeks, I already know you...
and I have fallen in love with you.
And maybe I'm crazy, maybe it's all in my head,
but if you feel even a small part of what I feel,
then I will not give up.
I will play the song in front of your office
every day every December for the rest of my life
begging for another opportunity.
So what are you saying?
It's the best Christmas present
I once got it.
You wait until next year.
That's of course,
if you decide to stay.
Do you think I will do it leave all of this?
Not possible.
You have found my representative.
Have you been more than a party?
Yes, I have reached my limit.
People enjoy themselves too much makes me stressful.
- Because of that, sugar. - Mm-hmm.
Of course, now I won't be able to to sleep tonight, so...
Have you ever heard... ASMR?
On December 23, FULLY, 9:17,
two snowflakes, is truly unique
not perfect each other
falls simultaneously as they go to the Gold Coast.
Louis and Christina Selter their place
while looking at stars with Matthew,
commenting on how much snowflakes much more
than just a lump of ice.
At Westtown, Martin and Clara Hamilton
make a plan to celebrate Christmas together
for the first time in ten years.
From that day on,
they never shop one day apart.
At the Lincoln Park Theater, Edith and Irv Struit
reaffirms the promise they made with each other 50 years ago,
and make plans for their 75th.
In a luxury home on the Gold Coast, Paul Welch and Victoria Stolle
share moments of calm.
And at that time, they realized
even the simplest pleasure can be the ultimate...
This is my favorite part.
... if you have someone to share with them.
And as a pair of snowflakes landed in the window
a house in West Chicago,
Tom Jacobs and Jenny Stone smile.
Even though it might seem is impossible to answer,
they both wondered if they found that person
they are meant to spend the rest of their lives together.
But they don't ask too much,
because with the right person,
it's very clear.