Project: Puppies for Christmas (2019) Movie Script
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Look at them.
They wage war amongst
themselves destroying the planet
that was created for them.
They're vain and selfish,
concerned with only themselves.
I say let them go.
Plunge them into the darkness
they so richly deserve.
You think they
are not worth protecting.
Yes!
There is more to them
than you turn your eyes to now.
They have lost their
faith, their righteousness.
They wallow in misguided notions
of political correctness.
They have no morality.
Perhaps it is you
that has lost your faith.
Spend time among them.
Find good.
It's there, sometimes in
the most unexpected places.
Okay, Alex.
We've gotten
almost everything done.
I still have to go to the bank
and then maybe we can...
Let's go in and look
at the puppies, Nana.
Ah, you know we can't
have a puppy, Alex.
Let's go in, please?
Well, I suppose so
but only for a minute.
I need to get to the bank.
Are you getting a puppy?
No, our papa owns this store.
We're just playing with them.
That must be fun, always
having puppies to play with.
Well hello there.
How are you?
Good, thank you and you?
Excellent.
I'm finding homes for all
these little bundles of energy.
So I'm doing very excellent.
We have the finest pedigrees.
Aren't you sad
to see the puppies go?
When I was a boy I worked
in an animal shelter.
I remember there were
so many dogs, too many.
That was sad.
Now, I just only
get enough puppies
so I can get enough loving
homes for all of them.
And a portion of my profit
goes to the animal shelter
to help the other dogs, too.
Oh, this is a cute one.
How much?
$750 and that includes
all insurance and papers.
Oh, I'm sorry, Alex,
we have to go.
I have to get to the bank.
Okay.
Bye puppy.
Rick, come on in.
Thank you for coming.
Oh, good to see ya, sis.
You too.
I have some coffee ready.
Good.
So where's Alex?
At her friend Peyton's house.
So what did you
wanna see me about?
Is it about Alex?
When did I start having
to come up with a reason
to spend some time with
my favorite baby brother?
You're getting forgetful, sis.
I'm your only baby brother.
Oh, that's right.
No, I'm just a little
down, wanted some company.
Alex is fine but
she's wanting a puppy
and they cost $700 minimum.
With the food costs
and Social Security,
I just don't think I can
spend the money on a puppy.
I wish I could help but
Brian's med school expenses
are eating my lunch
financially and my dinner.
Of course it is, I understand.
I just thought I would ask.
What's with you?
I don't know.
I just wish I could get
a puppy for Christmas.
We could ask your
Nana to get it for you.
I already did.
She says we don't have
the money to get a puppy.
Yeah, I asked my
dad for one, too.
I got the it's too much
responsibility shutdown.
I've got it!
Let's ask Santa!
Really?
What makes you think we'll
actually get a puppy?
Simple, we just do a good deed
and Santa will be so impressed,
he'll go through hoops
to get us a puppy.
I guess.
No, it's guaranteed.
Now, all we have to do is
come up with a good deed.
It'll have to be a big one.
Ah, for crying out loud.
All right, you kids,
that's enough.
Now, you come by here and
I saw you hit my rocks.
Leave my rocks alone.
Yeah?
Go on, get outta here.
Yes, sir.
Yes sir, yes sir, yes sir.
Delinquents.
Let's bring Christmas
joy to Nilwater!
What?
You said big, not impossible.
I think we could do it.
In this century?
We can if we come
up with a plan.
Well, whatever
it is, we have to act fast!
Christmas is in like a week.
Project: Puppies for Christmas!
Yeah!
Thank you for shopping with us.
Good morning, Mr. Davis.
Don't ring anything up twice.
I'm watching.
Of course not, Mr. Davis.
You're ringing it up too
fast for me to see the screen
as items get rung up.
Slow down.
Yes, Mr. Davis.
I want everything double bagged.
The plastic's so
thin one bag rips.
Double bagged, yes, sir.
That's 24.31, please.
Uh, you forgot something.
The, what is it hazelnut?
Oh that's my favorite, too.
Oh yes, I didn't see it.
It's all your fault for
going so fast.
I couldn't keep up.
Sorry about that, Mr. Davis.
Would you still like it?
Uh, sure he does.
Gotta love that hazelnut, huh?
Of course.
I'm the manager.
Is everything all right here?
Yes, everything's fine.
Nice parking job.
I wasn't stealing anything.
No, I'm sure it wasn't planned
but once you got a
look at the coffee
in the bottom of the basket,
I betcha the temptation
was a little too much.
Are you accusing
me of being a thief?
No, just human.
Hey, Dad.
Alex and I are going to be
spreading some Christmas joy.
Oh really?
That's great.
What are you two gonna do?
We're going to be
spending the next five days
with Mr. Nilwater.
You know, baking cookies,
holiday decorating.
We might even go to
the homeless shelter
and bring some good to others.
Uh, I'm not so sure
about this idea.
It'll be fine, Mr. Fields.
We'll check in every hour
and you can come over
with us on the initial visit.
And Peyton and I will never
leave each other's side.
Can't you just start a
recycling club or something?
Dad!
Fine.
But I'm going, too.
Yay!
They're going
up to Nilwater's place?
Oh man, they're dead.
I can't watch.
Let's get out of here.
You on a suicide mission?
I kinda wanna watch.
Come on, guys,
let's get out of here.
Come on, Daisy.
Come on, guys, let's go.
You ladies are sure about this?
Yep.
Oh for crying, what do you want?
Uh, Mr. Nilwater, hello.
The girls have decided
they'd like to spend
some time with you,
baking cookies, decorating
for the holidays.
You know, bring some joy
into your life.
What?
No!
Go on, get outta here.
Well, we could decide
to come back every day
and bother you plus get
the neighborhood kids
to be loud and play constantly
on the sidewalk in
front of your house.
They could accidentally
trample your grass,
scuff your walkway.
You're gonna help me by
blackmailing me
into going along with your plan?
Nice start.
Come in.
Make yourself at home.
We thought we would be
spending the day
baking cookies and
getting to know you.
We brought the ingredients
for chocolate chip
and peanut butter.
Yeah.
Does that mean we
have to make both?
Uh, no.
I think one will be okay,
right girls?
Baby steps.
Sure, okay.
Aw, kitchen's right
this way, come on.
Don't make a mess.
Which cookie
sounds good, Mr. Nilwater?
Oh well, whichever one
you can make the fastest.
Chocolate chip it is.
How 'bout sitting on a stool
over by the counter here?
Sure.
And where do you keep
the bowls, Mr. Nilwater?
First cupboard
there next to the thing.
It's better.
Need a spoon?
Yeah.
Right there.
Oh, good, thank you.
Okay let's get started.
It's the holiday season
Time to join in prayer
People running to and fro
But do they really care
They go through the motions
They light up the tree
But do they know
What it means
All done.
We hope you enjoy your
cookies, Mr. Nilwater.
Yeah, so do I.
I mean, I'm sure I will.
Well, why wouldn't I?
Try one, let's see
what you think.
Uh, I think Mr. Nilwater
is ready for us
to get out of his hair.
Uh, yeah, let's,
I'll try some later.
Why don't you grab some and...
Okay, thanks.
There's plenty
to go around, isn't there?
Bye, Mr. Nilwater.
See ya tomorrow.
What?
I hope we didn't impose too
much on you.
Uh, no, we're good.
Thanks.
I'm looking for the best
grandmother in the world
to come tuck me in.
That's sweet.
And might I add I think you
are pretty special yourself.
Nana, is it strange
that I liked Mr. Nilwater?
No.
Honey, I think what you
and Peyton are doing
is very admirable.
He lives alone, Nana.
Kinda sad.
Maybe he likes it that way.
Really?
I am so proud of you.
And I know your parents
would be, too.
I miss them.
Me, too.
Now you go to sleep and dream
about sugar plums and fairies.
Okay, I'll do my best.
Hey.
I just wanted to say good night
and that I enjoyed today.
Are we doing the right thing?
About trying to get puppies?
Mr. Nilwater.
Maybe he likes being
alone and we're intruding.
I look at yours and Alex's
hearts.
Yes, in a way you
are using Mr. Nilwater
in an attempt to
get puppies, but hey,
I know it'll make you
happy to bring some joy
to his life, too.
You know you're right.
When I was baking cookies
I wasn't even thinking
about the puppies.
I just wanted to make a
difference for Mr. Nilwater.
You know it's not too late
to start a recycling club.
- Dad!
- Okay.
Fair enough.
Good night, sweetheart.
Sleep well.
We'll get you all tucked in.
Good night, Lucy.
It's a reindeer by the way.
Yeah, that's what I meant.
I love you.
Good night, love you.
Sweet dreams.
Oh no, they've seen me.
Oh, goody, you're back.
Good morning, Mr. Nilwater.
Hi, Mr. Nilwater.
Just out of curiosity,
how long does this plan
of yours last?
Five days.
Five days.
How were the cookies,
Mr. Nilwater?
The what?
The cookies we made.
Oh, yeah, cookies.
Uh, oh, hmm, edible.
That's Nilwater-speak
for excellent.
Okay, well, let's
get started, ladies.
Any chance I could stop you?
Nope.
We'll put...
Let's work on this here.
I didn't tell you I
was a Rastafarian, did I?
Okay.
Guess that didn't work.
Mr. Nilwater, would you
mind grabbing that ladder
for me please?
I got it.
I got it.
Don't break it.
Just put it in the
ground and just step on it.
Dad, Alex and I
forgot a few things.
We're gonna run
back to the garage.
Okay.
Thanks.
Look both ways before
crossing the street.
Yes, Dad.
What's up with those two?
What do you mean?
Well, I mean what are we going
through this dog
and pony show for?
Ah, I think they believe
that if they do a good deed
that Santa will bring them
puppies for Christmas.
Oh, so there's an agenda.
Yes.
But they both have really
good hearts, good intentions.
They've been through a lot.
I noticed you're not married.
Oh, yeah, um,
Peyton's mom, Sandra, lost
her battle with cancer
two years ago.
Oh, I'm sorry for your loss.
Thank you.
It's been tough.
For a long time I hated
everything.
Every morning.
Each happy couple I saw,
every night,
just keep sitting there angry,
wondering why it had
to be Sandra.
I mean aren't there plenty
of criminals in the world
this could happen to?
Why someone good like Sandra?
I wallowed for a long time.
Then one day I looked
at Peyton and I realized
I have to let go.
I can't show Peyton that
being angry is okay.
Excuse me, um, we're
getting through though,
one day at a time.
Counseling has helped.
The church and
the support there.
Alex has it much worse.
Father was killed
by a drunk driver.
Year later she loses
her mother to cancer.
That's where they met.
Their mothers were in the
same treatment center.
They've both experienced
tremendous loss
and yet somehow, somehow
they're not angry at the world.
Never thought to look here.
I'm sorry, did you say
something?
I said, yeah,
they have good hearts.
Now, what do you say
we get these lights up?
Yes, let's do that.
Okay.
Oh Jesus, oh Jesus
Oh what a wonderful child
Jesus
Oh my Jesus
Soulful me
These hands of mine
Newly mine
Oh me
Hey, how you doing?
Good, how 'bout you?
Ah good, Merry Christmas.
Let it be
Glory, glory
Glory
To the new born king
Welcome to the Sunday service.
We're just a few days
away from Christmas
and I hope you've
done all your shopping.
One announcement,
we are going to have
a Christmas Eve candlelight
service at seven.
We won't have a service
on Christmas Day
so we can spend time with our
families.
Now last week we talked
about the birth of Christ.
Today I wanna talk about
the Christmas spirit.
Christmas has become
commercial, big business.
Having said this,
the giving of gifts
and family get-togethers
have their place.
And it's a wonderful way
to give and receive love.
Love, hmm?
How does one achieve being a
part of the Christmas spirit?
Through love.
Love one another seeking
nothing in return.
No one should be required
to give gifts
to earn someone's love.
Whatever gifts you
get this Christmas,
be grateful and
with a glad heart.
Amen?
Amen.
Oh, thank you.
What are you doing
with your hands?
Oh, oh...
It was a wonderful service.
Well, thank you.
Merry Christmas and I
just wanna say thank you
for standing up for me the other
day.
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, right,
sure.
You're welcome, kid.
And you're a good guy.
Thank you, it's means a lot.
That was a very
interesting sermon.
I wonder, do you believe
what you said out there?
Well, thank you and yes.
I don't believe we've met.
No, no, we haven't.
I'm Nilwater.
Well, where are you from?
Me?
Far away, far away.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, sir.
Nana, this is Mr. Nilwater.
Hi, I'm Alex's
grandmother, Ellen,
and it's so nice
to finally meet you.
And you, thank you.
I hope Alex isn't
being too much.
Alex, no, no she's a delight.
We'll be over this afternoon
to finish the Christmas
lights, Mr. Nilwater.
I'm sure you will.
And try to come as
soon as possible.
I go to bed early.
We sure will.
Okay, great.
Good.
Well, it's so nice to meet you.
And you.
Thank you.
Pastor.
Mrs. Gregory.
That sermon was
absolutely wonderful.
Well thank you and Merry
Christmas, Mrs. Gregory.
Merry Christmas to you.
Curt, would you help
Mrs. Gregory...
- Oh yeah, of course.
- Oh, Curt, thank you so much.
Let's hit it.
All right, I'm on it.
Hey,
will you look at that, huh?
It's beautiful.
Isn't it great, Mr. Nilwater?
Oh they're not bad.
Not bad.
Okay, ladies, time
for us to head home.
Okay.
Okay.
Okay.
Good night, Mr. Nilwater.
Good night, good night, yeah.
Good night.
I'll take care of the
stepladder in the morning, okay?
Thank you, thank you very much.
Not bad.
Not bad at all.
Okay, can I have
everyone's attention, please?
We are expecting
some guests this morning
and they are coming to help out.
So please try and
be patient with them
as they are new.
And let's try and
welcome them to our home.
Huh, yeah, we'll take
care of 'em.
You better believe it.
Let's pray, shall we?
Can't we eat first?
No, we pray first.
Yes, ma'am.
Dear Lord, thank you
for this shelter
and bless this food, amen.
Amen.
Hey, I'm coming.
What day is it today?
Day three, it's day three.
Okay, right, what are we doing?
We're going to go pick up Alex
and then we're gonna go
to a homeless shelter.
Homeless, oh we have one of
those, huh?
Yeah.
Right, oh well let me
ask you a question then.
What are we going to
a homeless shelter for
when we can, I don't know,
sew Christmas stockings?
It's to make you feel warm
and fuzzy helping others.
And it's a school
project that I have to do
over winter break.
Oh well, okay, all right.
Oh that's horrible coffee.
We can all go in
my car, Mr. Nilwater.
Don't worry,
my dad is a great driver.
And we have full coverage.
Oh, no, no, that's not
what I'm worried about.
I'm trying to decide if I
wanna be locked in the car
with you Alex.
Oh well.
Excuse me.
Hi, you must be the nice
folks I spoke to on the phone.
That's us I think.
I'm Cara and thank you so
much for coming in today.
Oh, our pleasure, right girls?
Absolutely.
I'm John, this is Mr.
Nilwater, Peyton, and Alex.
They're the masterminds
behind today.
Very nice to meet you.
Why don't I give
you a quick tour
then we can get to work.
Great.
Okay, this way.
After you.
How you doing, Mr. Nilwater?
Oh, just fine, thank you.
I'm doing a little bit
of manual labor here
thanks to you two.
Isn't this great?
We get to help out people and
make your day a little better.
Yeah.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Thank you.
I didn't know what else to do.
Hi, sweetheart.
- Hi.
- How you doing?
Good.
Good?
You ladies did a wonderful
job in the kitchen.
And I was just thanking
your dad here
for moving all that stuff to
storage.
My pleasure.
And you, Mr. Nilwater.
Hmm?
Thank your
with all various chores.
Oh, you're welcome.
So when do we eat?
Right now.
Aye.
We'll serve first, and then eat.
Peyton, could you pass out
the trays and silverware?
Sure.
Alex, I'm gonna ask that
you give out the rolls.
Okay.
Just use these tongs.
And, Mr. Nilwater.
Hmm?
Could you please serve the soup?
I think I can handle that.
Mr. Fields, can you
help me give out drinks?
Sure, and please call me John.
All right,
everyone, time for lunch.
Lunch?
Here and here.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Gonna have some soup?
Would you like a roll?
Oh, you're gonna be sorry.
There you go.
I stripped paint for that.
Would you like a roll?
Enjoy.
Thank you.
Here you are.
- Care for a roll?
- There you go, son.
Here you go.
Yep, and have a sip.
Yes siree.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Can I get a couple of extra
rolls for my dog Bandit here?
Of course.
Thank you.
Ladies, this is Fred.
- Hello.
- Hi.
Hello.
So Bandit is a boy?
No, Bandit's a lady.
But she's got a knack for
stealing snacks
so I named her Bandit.
Word of caution, don't leave
any cookies unattended.
She loves them.
Does Bandit like soup?
No, and none for me either.
There's probably
something back here
we can find for Bandit.
Did you hear that, Bandit?
Bandit, can you thank
this nice man?
Yeah, well, extra loaf of bread.
Very thoughtful.
Very thoughtful.
There you go.
Thank you.
All right.
Thank you so much.
See ya, Bandit.
Atta girl.
Dogs like breads.
Okay, Bandit, you are the
sweetest dog.
You're just the dearest thing.
I just love you.
Fred, can we pet Bandit?
Fred?
Run for cover!
Incoming!
Hit the deck!
Fred, Fred, it's Cara.
Fred, it's Cara.
You're here,
you're here at the shelter.
Fred, please.
Try to help him.
What?
Where?
You're safe.
You're fine, Fred.
Semper fi.
Marine, too?
I was in country.
Your tattoo told me
you were a marine.
When you're in the company
of a fellow marine,
you're with a brother.
Just sometimes my past
comes back to pay me a visit.
Bandit, Bandit, you
Bandit, you come up here.
Come up here, sweetheart.
Yeah, you come here.
Would you like to pet Bandit?
Sure.
She's gonna
have puppies, you know.
Really?
What kind?
We're not sure.
All I know is she's been
plumping up.
Wow.
Do you know when?
I reckon pretty soon.
Um, what'll you do with the
puppies?
Probably try to sell 'em.
If not then just give 'em away.
Why?
How much?
I'm not sure.
You girls want one?
Yes!
Well, I'll see what I can do.
It's open, come in.
Hey, gang.
- Hi.
- Morning.
Coffee's in the kitchen.
Thank you.
Watch this, Mr. Nilwater.
- Yeah, that's uh.
- How's it going?
It's getting there.
Yeah, yeah, it's getting there.
Guess I just gotta keep at it.
I guess you should.
As long as you don't run
off and join the circus.
How could I do that when
I've got you around, Dad?
Mr. Nilwater?
Yes.
Do you have any photos
of family or friends?
Oh, family, no I'm sorry, I
don't, no.
Oh.
So do you have
any family nearby?
Alex, maybe quiz Mr.
Nilwater another time?
Hey, listen, I'm afraid to ask
but what's on the agenda today?
We gonna be going in an
airplane,
dropping fake
snowflakes over a school
or a children's hospital or...
Well, you're right
about the location.
We're going to
the children's hospital
to read Christmas stories to the
kids.
Santa Claus will be there.
No kidding?
Is this something
you guys came up with
or is it a school assignment?
- Yes.
- No.
Mine.
Peyton picked the shelter.
I picked the children's
hospital.
We should get going.
I'll drive.
Yeah, all right, okay.
Can I use the bathroom
real quick before we go?
Sure, yeah,
it's upstairs, take a left.
Okay, thank you.
You gotta jiggle the handle.
Daniel Nilwater.
Look what we made you, Mr.
Nilwater.
Alex and I.
Look at that.
Isn't that cute.
Don't...
We will put it right
on your pocket.
Oh a little snowman.
Looks like I'm the
marshal of Snowland.
You know if there were
a marshal of Snowland.
Well, then absolutely.
This is what this badge
would look like most likely
I would think.
But, uh, well,
thank you for that.
All right, shall we go?
- Uh, yep.
- Sure.
Okay.
All set.
How are we this morning?
It's time, sweetie.
Gotta go to work.
I understand.
So today I brought you this one.
I hope you haven't read it yet.
Smells like hospital.
Brings back memories of Mom.
I don't wanna think about it.
Hey, your mothers would
be very proud of you girls.
Oh, yes they are.
I mean, I'm sure they would be.
Hello.
How can I help you?
I called the other day,
John Fields.
Fields, I see you on the list.
Great.
Okay.
See Olivia Roberts down
the hall, room three.
Thank you.
Excuse me.
Oh hi.
Are you looking for the
nurse's station?
No, we're here to help today.
John Fields.
Olivia.
Nice to meet you.
As you can see things are
a little nuts around here.
Yeah, it looks like you've
got your work cut out for you.
Yeah, and for the
other three personalities
running around in my head.
Okay now let's get you guys
started.
Today I'm gonna have
you put on story time.
So you'll read a book
to one of the kids
in their room for about an hour
and then I'll give you
your next assignment.
Does that sound good?
Sure.
Sure.
Nice to meet you.
You too.
Here's some of the
stuff you need.
One person can read while the
other does the sound effects.
So feel free to
embellish where you like.
The bells I think you
can figure out on your own.
And the cups are for reindeer
hooves.
- Okay.
- The kids like it.
Okay, where do we go?
Room 204, her name's Jessica.
All right, let's go, guys.
Giddy-up, reindeers.
Get on outta here.
You must be Jessica.
Hi, yes.
Hi, I'm Peyton and this is Alex.
We came to read to you.
Okay to come in?
Sure.
My dad also came
to help with a friend.
I'm John and
this is Mr. Nilwater.
Hi.
Hi.
We brought some books.
Do you wanna choose
or do you want us to?
You can.
Okay.
How 'bout this one?
Um, okay, so Alex, you can read.
Mr. Nilwater, you could
do the man's voice
and the Santa voice.
I will do the bells and
the reindeer hooves,
and you can do noise
effects like wind and stuff.
Love to.
But no laughing.
It's my first time.
Can I sit right here?
It was three days before
Christmas.
There were three children,
Max, Jamie, and Ben.
One day, Mandy and Max
were sitting outside
and they heard this
huge gust of wind.
I said no laughing.
All of sudden out of nowhere
they see this huge sleigh
with a bunch of reindeer.
And they hear this huge voice
say...
Oh whatever happened to Rudolph?
But wait, there was a solution.
There was one reindeer
there who was different
than all the other ones.
'Cause it was finally
time to shine.
But thanks to Rudolph,
Christmas was finally saved.
The end.
Bye.
Oh, I'll leave these here.
- Bye.
- Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
It was good to
meet you, Jessica.
You, too.
Do you believe in angels?
Yes, I do.
Now, why would you ask?
I saw an angel in
my dream last night.
What do you think
heaven is like?
I think you're going to like it.
Me, too.
I'm tired.
I think I need sleep now.
I understand.
I'm glad that I had a
chance to meet you.
Sleep tight.
I will.
Hello, my friend.
How are you?
Good, good, how are you?
Oh, here's a prayer.
Everybody needs a daily
prayer, don't you think?
Yeah, yes I do.
Glory, glory hallelujah
Lord, life is full of
your wondrous mysteries.
Thank you for all your mercies.
Dad, Jessica's gonna be
with Mom soon, isn't she?
'Fraid so, sweetheart.
Hey, everything okay?
Yeah.
What's next?
Thank you so much
for helping out.
So the staff now needs help
setting up the cafeteria
for St. Nick's arrival.
I was thinking maybe y'all
could help with that.
Sure.
Which way is it?
To your left, down the hall.
Let's go, girls.
Thank you.
Oh boy, this party's scheduled
to start in 15 minutes.
Yeah, these folks sure
could use some help, huh?
All right, we better get moving.
You two so owe me.
Yeah.
Excuse me, we're here
to help you set up.
What would you like us to do?
Great, we could use the help.
I could use help setting up
drinks.
Two ladies could help
Samantha set up photo stop.
And Brie, as you can tell,
needs help with that garland.
Okay, I'll help with the
garland.
Mr. Nilwater can you
take care of the drinks?
10-4.
And ladies, why don't
you head over to Samantha
and kindly ask what you can do?
Right.
Okay, excellent, let's go.
Okay.
Hi, ladies.
You here to help me out?
- Absolutely.
- Yep.
Great.
Well, let's get started,
shall we?
Okay.
Think this'll move
quicker with two of us.
Thank you.
I don't care if it snows
Just give me the glow
of a warm fireplace
Good cheer on my face
It's that time of year
When you want to be near
Your family and friends
It's Christmastime again
Here we go just warm my soul
It's Christmastime
we're ready for
Presents under the tree
for both you and me
Keepin' out the cold
just warm my soul
Here we go just warm my soul
It's Christmastime
we're ready for
Presents under the tree
for both you and me
Keepin' out the
cold just warm my soul
Not bad, huh, Mr. Nilwater?
No, they did a good job.
Ah, it's a good thing.
What do you do with the sword?
So well, when I'm ready to fight
I just pull it out like this.
Oh sorry, I'm put it back.
That's cool.
Dad, Mr. Nilwater,
let's go take a picture.
Oh no, no, no.
One picture a day is my limit.
Please, come on.
Now...
Come on!
Okay, Mr. Nilwater
will stand here.
Here?
Yes.
You.
Okay, bend down.
But turn around.
Picture.
You said turn around.
Yeah, this way.
Okay, okay, bend down.
Okay, say cheese everybody.
Cheese!
Excellent, it's a keeper.
Oh I'd be afraid to have a
look at that one, I tell you.
Why would you?
You looked great.
Ah, thank you.
Like I've been saying,
I've been volunteering
at this hospital for 10 years.
I practically like
run the place.
I love those,
could we play with it?
Uh huh.
It's Keith Stiles.
Look.
He's okay, but personally
I prefer Tony Bennett.
Who's that?
I think he's looking at me.
And if there was to be
And sent me forth today
Nice look, ladies.
We love your music,
Mr. Stiles.
Thank you.
Keith, as always,
thank you for coming.
I wouldn't miss the
children's Christmas party
for the world.
Well, we appreciate that.
Keith, some of the kids are
too sick to come to the party
so could we see them first?
Sure.
Lead the way.
Take him to go see Jessica.
Absolutely, she's
our first stop.
Oh tidings of
comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of
comfort and joy
I thought he was just okay.
I really enjoyed meeting you.
Merry Christmas, Jessica.
Merry, Merry...
Would you please
give this to her?
I don't think she has this one.
It's my new one.
Thanks, she'll really enjoy it.
I hope so.
Thank you very much.
Okay, is everybody ready to go?
Sure.
Something wrong?
Uh, no, I just, I may
have misplaced my keys.
You know, I mighta left
them in Jessica's room.
Oh, we can all go back up.
No, no, no, I'll meet
you guys by the car.
I'll be a jiffy, a hop, skip,
and a jump.
Piece of cake.
Okay.
Have a good day.
You, too.
Hello.
Hello.
I saw you helping out
at the Christmas party.
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, that's me.
I really love to help.
No, I mean it, you were good.
Really?
Well, you know, you got
all those kids there,
they're so innocent, and they,
ah...
Well, my mom says
it's always good to try.
Well, yeah, I suppose it is.
Yeah, that's my mom.
Tell your mom I say hello.
I will.
I don't get it.
Get what?
Why this?
Why her?
I honestly don't know.
Why you?
Sorry?
Why are you here?
I can size people
up pretty quick
and you're not the
warm and fuzzy type.
So why are you here?
For two girls
who have braved far more
than they should have
at their age.
Two girls who've helped me see
beyond what I saw in this world.
Have a good day, Mr. Nilwater.
Sure will.
Hello, Daniel.
Hello, Moira.
What are doing?
My job.
Please don't tell me
you're here to take her.
She suffers.
I know, but it'll
destroy her father.
In three days,
she'll get her miracle.
Her father will
walk her down the aisle.
Then why are you here?
I'm here to watch over her.
Good.
Good.
I liked Jessica.
Me, too.
I'm glad we went to a hospital.
I just don't feel
so angry anymore.
Hmm, I never really
thought about it like that.
But you know what, you're right.
All set?
Yep, we're good to go.
Did you miss me?
- You betcha.
- Hmm.
There you are.
Ah, thank you.
So, something on your mind?
I've been thinking
about getting the girls
something for Christmas,
something nice.
Maybe a good book for Alex
and juggling lessons for Peyton
and I just wanted to
see your thoughts on it.
Wow!
I'm sorry, I didn't mean
to say that out loud
or at all, I mean,
just wow, just yeah.
You know what,
I'm gonna stop now.
You good?
Yeah, I'm good.
I just...
I think that would be awesome.
Thank you.
I'll drive.
Well, the girls are
gonna love their gifts.
Yep.
Hey, thanks for stopping
by the coffee shop.
I think you're gonna love it.
Sure thing.
Good afternoon, how many?
Hi, just two.
Right this way please.
Coffee?
Yes, please.
Thank you.
I'll be right back
with more cream.
Yeah, thanks.
Yeah, nice place, huh?
Yeah, can't believe
I've never been here.
This is the
best coffee I've ever.
Wait a second.
Cara.
Look who's here.
Come on.
Hi, guys.
Oh hi, would
you like to join us?
Come on in.
Oh, thank you.
Appreciate that.
I'll help you.
Thank you.
That kind of a guy.
How are you today?
Um, good.
It's a really good day.
Hello.
Hi there.
Would you like some coffee?
That would be fantastic.
So, how are things
at the shelter?
Good.
I'm getting paperwork and
projects done finally.
Oh, the girls keep asking
about Fred
and if Bandit's had
her puppies yet.
I think any day now.
But I'll call you when she does.
If that's okay.
That would be great.
Great, that'd be great,
yeah, yeah, all right.
Well, fun running into you.
Yeah.
Well, goodbye, gentlemen.
Bye.
Drive carefully.
What?
Nothing.
No, I just thought it probably
would've been a good idea
if you asked her out
to dinner or something.
Oh, you were thinking that?
I was thinking that, yeah.
Just out of curiosity,
did you set that up?
Come on.
You know how complicated
that woulda been?
I'd have to find out
where the girls were
to come over to your
house and the phone calls.
It woulda taken an awful lot.
Yeah, it would have.
Yeah.
More like divine intervention.
Divine, exactly.
It's my house back there.
I know.
Oh, I get to walk
from your house?
You're gonna
have dinner with us.
Thanks.
Dad, Alex and I are home.
In here.
Now, girls, that's not polite.
Oh, it's funny is it?
I'm sorry, Mr. Nilwater,
but it is.
It's incongruous.
That's why it's so funny.
Yeah, well who walks
around with juggling balls
in her apron, I'd like to know?
I do because you gotta practice.
It's more fun around
boiling pots and stoves.
Ah.
Well, Mr. Nilwater is
having dinner with us
so please wash your hands
and set the table, thank you.
Uh, Dad, Alex and I
are gonna go to my room
for a few minutes.
All right.
They are really great girls,
aren't they?
Extraordinary.
Does Peyton miss...
Sandra?
Yeah.
It's not as bad
as it used to be.
I think yesterday helped.
It was her first time
to a hospital
since her mom died.
Well, you seem to be handling
whatever gets thrown at you.
Thanks.
I am definitely not looking
forward to the boy situation.
What?
I can imagine.
It's just she's had
to grow up too fast.
I just hope I don't
mess this up.
Ah, I wouldn't worry about it.
You're a good man, John.
You're doing a great job.
I don't know, I think with the
Lord's help
everything will just
turn out fine.
She needs a mother.
Mr. Nilwater.
Yes?
Will you do the honor of
saying grace for us please?
I most certainly will.
Lord, make us humble and
truly grateful for this food
and all the blessings
you have given us.
Amen.
Amen.
Who's hungry?
I am.
Me.
Hope they're not
being too tough on you.
No, you scamps.
Is now a good time?
Sure.
Okay.
That's the
last of it, Mr. Fields.
Thank you, ladies.
What's that, Mr. Nilwater?
Peyton.
What?
It's just something I
picked up for you ladies.
I guess early Christmas gift.
Oh yeah.
Dad, can we open it now?
Please, please, please, please?
Yes, you can.
Yay.
Thank you, Mr. Nilwater.
I'm off to join the circus.
Ha, not so fast, young lady.
Not until you're at
least out of college.
Thank you.
It's amazing.
Well, so are you.
Would you sign my book
for me, Mr. Nilwater?
Absolutely, I'd be honored.
Got a pen right here.
Perfect.
Thank you.
There you go.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
You're welcome.
What'd you get?
A copy of the first
edition of The Odyssey.
Your favorite!
Yeah!
I got juggling lessons.
All right.
You need it.
Dad, can we schedule
these tomorrow?
Oh, I'm not sure what
hours they're working
on Christmas Eve
but we can call.
Yay!
Well, it looks like
I better be going.
It's getting a little bit late
and gotta hit the road.
Sure.
Hey, thanks for
having dinner with us.
Oh, you kidding?
Thanks for having me.
Thank you.
Good night, Mr. Nilwater.
Good night.
Thanks again for the gift.
Well, you're quite welcome.
Tally ho.
Good night.
Look both ways before crossing.
I'm telling you there's nothing.
Okay, how did you find his
first name?
Maybe you got it wrong.
No, I looked at his mail.
It said Daniel Nilwater.
I can't find a record
of him anywhere.
It's like he came out of nowhere
and poofed onto the planet.
Hmm.
Maybe he's in the witness
protection program.
Really?
What are the odds of that?
Well.
I don't know.
But I do think it's kinda sad.
I mean, no family.
You don't know
that for sure, Alex.
Don't get too hung up on it.
Maybe he's an angel
sent from heaven.
Oh, yeah, because an angel
would be sent
here to this place.
Maybe he's here to
help us get the puppies.
Peyton!
Okay, I'm just spitballing here.
You're the genius
of the two of us.
You come up with the idea.
Let me do some
more research first.
Alex, good morning.
Everything okay?
Hi, Mr. Nilwater.
I apologize for coming so early.
Where's John and Peyton?
Um, they're coming later.
I just wanted to drop this off.
What's this?
You didn't have
to get me a gift.
Just a little thing.
Huh.
Shall I open it now
or wait till later?
You can open it now.
I think, well, I noticed
you didn't have any photos
with family or friends.
Everyone should have at least
one picture
in their house.
So I'm not sure if
you have family.
We thought we could
be a good substitute
until you get a picture
with family or something.
This isn't really
coming out right.
But here you go.
Thank you.
It's, oh, extraordinary.
It's very sweet and kind of you.
I'm gonna treasure this always.
Well, uh, I gotta go.
We'll be back later.
Just a heads up, wear
comfortable walking shoes.
Oh, can't wait to see
what this is gonna be.
Walking shoes.
Okay, so you found nothing?
Nothing.
No family history,
no property records,
no social media, nothing.
Well, the social media
thing, that's to be expected.
Not sure Nilwater
even owns a computer.
Who owns the house?
Some corporation,
Clean Energy Company
out of Houston.
Weird.
Yeah.
So my witness protection
theory could be right?
Or it could be the
other thing you said.
You remember in the shelter
when Fred flashed
back to the war.
Fred was in hysterics and
it wasn't until Mr. Nilwater
touched him that
he snapped out of it.
Could be a coincidence,
good timing.
Or, he really is an angel.
What's your proof?
I know you, Alex, you have to
have something ready to go.
Not a lot.
Just that really in the
whole no past issue.
Like he was just sent down.
To do what?
He's been here for
over a year now.
Wouldn't he have done
whatever it is already?
I guess.
Well.
Good morning.
Morning.
Good morning, Mr. Nilwater.
- Morning.
- Morning, Mr. Nilwater.
How's your day going?
Well, so far.
Right.
I'm reluctant to ask but
what are we doing today?
We are gonna go get some
presents for Fred and Bandit.
Oh, how nice.
I figured we'd pick up
some food for both of them,
a bed for Bandit, and
maybe even some cookies.
I can't wait to see if
Bandit had her puppies.
Me, too.
Dad, we can get one, right?
We'll see.
Don't get too ahead of
yourselves.
Should we go?
Sure, girls?
Yep.
- All right.
- Okay.
Boy the life of a dog, huh?
Oh, John, so glad you're here.
Everything okay?
No.
Fred cannot find Bandit.
How long has she been gone?
Since early this morning.
Dad, we're gonna look for
Bandit, right?
Of, of course.
Where's Fred right now?
Out, he's looking for Bandit.
Where does Fred usually
look when he looks for Bandit?
Could be anywhere between
here and 6th Street.
Okay, we'll go see if we
can find Fred or Bandit.
Fred is so distraught.
I'm kinda losing my mind here.
Hey, don't worry.
We'll find them.
Okay?
Okay, thank you.
All right, guys,
let's go, come on, move.
6th Street, okay.
Bandit!
Bandit!
Bandit!
Bandit!
Bandit!
You okay?
Well, I'm just a
little surprised is all.
About what?
Never expected to
be doing this today.
That Cara gal, she really likes
helping people, doesn't she?
Yeah, she does.
Bandit, please come out.
Bandit!
Bandit!
Hey, hey, we're
gonna find her, okay?
I promise.
You know, if I was a dog,
what I would want
more than anything
would be a nice dumpster.
Now, I happen to
know that dumpsters
are always behind
buildings like this.
Girls!
Bandit, Bandit, Bandit.
That's our dog!
All right, now.
- That's our dog.
- Really?
That's our dog.
That's our dog.
Well, you can pick her up
at the county dog shelter.
What, wait, wait, why not now?
This dog's been running wild,
no leash, no license.
As far the county's
concerned, this is a stray.
I'm sure we can work
something out, right?
Look, go home.
Your dog will be
available in a few days.
But she's about
to have her puppies.
They'll impound
the puppies, too.
What?
Dad, can they do that?
- All right, listen, buddy.
- Please.
Come on, it's Christmas,
have a heart will ya?
Look at these little kids.
They're in tears.
Sorry, I got a job to do.
Bandit.
Bye, Bandit.
Hey, Merry Christmas.
Yeah, Merry Christmas.
Please tell me you found Bandit.
Sort of.
Bandit's alive.
She's just been taken
to an animal shelter.
Dog catcher caught her
just as we got to her.
Okay, but she's
all right, though?
Yes.
She hasn't had the puppies yet.
So we should be able
to go get her, correct?
Actually, they need a day or two
before they'll release her.
Why?
Think they need to process her.
What if she has her puppies?
Well, they'll impound the
puppies, too.
I'm gonna call
the shelter right now
and see what can be done.
Did you find Bandit?
Well, yeah, Fred.
She's in the pound.
She's great, she's fine.
But they gotta go
through some paperwork,
take a couple of days and
she hasn't had the puppies
so don't worry.
I'm gonna call the shelter.
I might be able to
apply some pressure.
Why don't you all go
home and get some rest.
I'll update you
with what I find.
You sure you
don't want us to stay?
No, it's fine.
I'll update you
with what I find.
Thank you.
Okay.
Well, I guess we go home.
Hello.
Uh, what can we help you with?
Yeah, hey, um, listen, a
friend's dog got picked up today
and I thought I'd just
swing by, pay the fine,
and you know boop-diddy-bop,
you know, take her home.
Well, if the dog came in today,
you wouldn't be
able to pick her up
till day after Christmas.
But, kinda my point,
you know, it's Christmas.
And the dog's pregnant.
I've got a couple
of little friends
that would really love
a puppy for Christmas,
if you know what I mean.
Come on.
We wish you a
merry Christmas
All right.
I guess it is Christmas Eve.
- All right, well thank you.
- All right, follow me.
Thank you, sir.
You know, I'm breaking a
lot of rules here, right?
Well, thank you, sir, I
appreciate it.
Is this your dog?
Ah, yeah,
that's Bandit all right.
Hey ya, buddy.
Oh, what time do you close here?
Uh, we close at midnight tonight
'cause of Christmas.
Okay.
Well, thank you.
There you go.
Look at that.
Bandit, say Merry Christmas.
Let's get outta here
before this nice gentleman
changes his mind.
Ho, ho, ho, Merry Christmas.
Now, don't try
to tell me how to drive.
Cara.
Oh, hi, guys.
I've been trying
to reach you on your cell.
Oh, I'm sorry, I left it in
the office.
We couldn't get the shelter
to release Bandit today.
What's going on?
Mr. Nilwater called and
asked us to meet him here.
Why?
Not sure.
How's Fred holding up?
He seems lost.
Just sitting there mostly.
Anybody need a dog?
Bandit!
She's okay!
My Bandit.
Did I ever miss you!
Oh, thank you so much.
We're just family right now.
That's okay, Fred.
You're very welcome.
Did she have her puppies?
Hmm, uh, no.
It's okay.
Yeah.
Hey, who knows, maybe
she'll have 'em tomorrow
and they'll be
Christmas puppies.
All right, girls, we should
let Fred and Bandit rest.
You know, I'm feeling it myself.
Peyton and I would like to
invite you, Fred, and Bandit
over for Christmas
dinner tomorrow.
Mr. Nilwater will be there, too.
I will?
Yes, yes you will.
Well, that would be very nice.
Thank you.
Bandit and I will be
there with bells on.
Well, have a good night.
Yeah, you too.
Okay, let's go.
Uh huh.
Let's go.
You got something to say?
No.
Good night.
Drive carefully.
Bye, Mr. Nilwater.
Ho.
Hmm.
Mr. Nilwater must be
going somewhere else.
Yeah.
Maybe he had something
last minute to do.
Nana?
In the kitchen, Alex.
Merry Christmas, sweetheart.
Mmm.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Nana.
Oh, Merry Christmas
to you too, sweetie.
Can we open presents?
We sure can.
How 'bout you open this one?
Me first?
Okay.
Well, what's this?
I don't know.
Santa musta brought it.
This one's for you, Nana.
Thank you, Alex.
I got a puppy!
I got a puppy!
Hi.
Oh my goodness!
I have to call Alex and
tell her I got a puppy.
I've gotta go and tell
Peyton I got a puppy.
How, how, how did he?
Oh, okay.
Yes, why don't you go call her?
Be right back.
- Hi, John.
- Merry Christmas,
Mr. Nilwater.
And Merry Christmas
to you, John.
Come on in.
I got a little
something for you.
Oh, thank you very much.
And thank you for the puppy.
Oh, I was afraid I was
overstepping my bounds there
but the girls wanted a puppy
and well, I happened to be
at the shelter and there you go.
No problem.
Peyton is ecstatic.
- Mr. Nilwater.
- Look honey.
Girls.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
This is Maggie.
And Murphy.
- Murphy, Maggie.
- Thank you so much.
Oh, you're
welcome, you're welcome.
Merry Christmas, too.
Merry Christmas.
All four of you.
Mr. Nilwater,
you sit right there.
- Okay.
- And I'll get you
some egg nog.
Well, thank you.
Nana, Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Mr. Nilwater.
Good to see ya.
Merry Christmas, I'm Rick.
You're Rick?
Good to meet ya.
Baby brother.
Oh dear me.
Mr. Nilwater, Alex
loves the puppy.
How did you get
it under the tree?
I'll get that, John.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas,
Mr. Nilwater.
Come right in.
Thank you.
Oh, and Fred.
Merry Christmas, sir.
Merry Christmas.
Wow, it's beautiful.
I'm guessing still no puppies?
Nope, but should be real soon.
She's getting tired easily.
Everyone can find a seat.
My dad will be right out.
Okay, thank you.
Hi, Fred.
Merry Christmas.
See the puppies
Peyton and I got?
Well, I can see that.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, everyone.
Merry Christmas, John.
Thank you for coming.
I hope everyone's
enjoying their day so far.
I got a job!
My old boss called.
Wants me to come back to work.
Congratulations,
Fred, that's great news.
Amazing, Fred.
Christmas miracle.
You have a lovely home.
Thank you.
Well, let's eat.
Shall we all gather
our hands together
and say a little prayer?
Heavenly Father, thank you
for bringing us together
as family and friends.
Thank you for this food,
this blessing
you've bestowed upon us.
And thank you...
'Tis the time of year to see
Decorations on trees
Presents there for
you and me
It's Christmastime again
Well, hello, Alex.
Yes?
On the present, the tag.
You said thank you.
What did you mean by that?
You're going to have
to go back, aren't you?
Yep.
Back up there.
Yeah.
But you know, I get to go back
because of you and Peyton.
You both restored
my faith in humanity.
Hey, once I'm up
there I get to watch
over the both of you, you know.
At least that's what
I'm gonna request.
Hey, I've got something for you.
Close your eyes.
What was that?
That was joy.
Whenever your life
seems a little bit crazy,
I want you to sit still,
close your eyes,
and joy will come.
Hey, would you do me a
favor and explain it all
to the rest of them?
Thank you, Alex.
Alex, come see
what the puppies are doing.
Ho oh.
Well, I guess we'd
better go out there
and see what's up.
I see you found what you needed.
Yes, and I am humbled.
Thank you.
I would like to make one
request if you will allow it.
Ask.
I would like to be charged
with watching over children.
I feel humanity can best
be reached through them.
So be it.
The children need
all the help they can get.
Especially those two.
Project puppies
for Christmas completed.
- Is he gonna give her kisses?
- Oh!
Gonna give Alex kisses?
Watching over the world
After all that I've seen
I find myself questioning
What does it all mean
I don't see any love
I can't find any grace
It's like I've just given up
On the whole human race
Won't you show
me what I've lost
I need it back at any cost
I no longer see
the reasons why
The reasons why
And won't you help
me on my feet
And put the warmth
back in me
I no longer see
the reasons why
It only makes me wanna cry
Those who have it all
They only want more
And those who need the most
Seem to just give it more
Where is the
spirit of giving
Where's morality
Where has the goodness gone
Where does it hide from me
Won't you show
me what I've lost
I need it back at any cost
I no longer see
the reasons why
The reasons why
And won't you help
me on my feet
And put the warmth
back in me
I no longer see reasons why
It only makes me wanna cry
Fall too far
Don't know who you are
Give me love, give me rest
We can die the rest
Just your love
for you will find
If you give a little time
To stand up your
heart to this
And together we will pray
Won't you show
me what I've lost
I need it back at any cost
I no longer see
the reasons why
And won't you
help me on my feet
And put the warmth
back in me
I no longer see
the reasons why
It only makes me wanna cry
Look at them.
They wage war amongst
themselves destroying the planet
that was created for them.
They're vain and selfish,
concerned with only themselves.
I say let them go.
Plunge them into the darkness
they so richly deserve.
You think they
are not worth protecting.
Yes!
There is more to them
than you turn your eyes to now.
They have lost their
faith, their righteousness.
They wallow in misguided notions
of political correctness.
They have no morality.
Perhaps it is you
that has lost your faith.
Spend time among them.
Find good.
It's there, sometimes in
the most unexpected places.
Okay, Alex.
We've gotten
almost everything done.
I still have to go to the bank
and then maybe we can...
Let's go in and look
at the puppies, Nana.
Ah, you know we can't
have a puppy, Alex.
Let's go in, please?
Well, I suppose so
but only for a minute.
I need to get to the bank.
Are you getting a puppy?
No, our papa owns this store.
We're just playing with them.
That must be fun, always
having puppies to play with.
Well hello there.
How are you?
Good, thank you and you?
Excellent.
I'm finding homes for all
these little bundles of energy.
So I'm doing very excellent.
We have the finest pedigrees.
Aren't you sad
to see the puppies go?
When I was a boy I worked
in an animal shelter.
I remember there were
so many dogs, too many.
That was sad.
Now, I just only
get enough puppies
so I can get enough loving
homes for all of them.
And a portion of my profit
goes to the animal shelter
to help the other dogs, too.
Oh, this is a cute one.
How much?
$750 and that includes
all insurance and papers.
Oh, I'm sorry, Alex,
we have to go.
I have to get to the bank.
Okay.
Bye puppy.
Rick, come on in.
Thank you for coming.
Oh, good to see ya, sis.
You too.
I have some coffee ready.
Good.
So where's Alex?
At her friend Peyton's house.
So what did you
wanna see me about?
Is it about Alex?
When did I start having
to come up with a reason
to spend some time with
my favorite baby brother?
You're getting forgetful, sis.
I'm your only baby brother.
Oh, that's right.
No, I'm just a little
down, wanted some company.
Alex is fine but
she's wanting a puppy
and they cost $700 minimum.
With the food costs
and Social Security,
I just don't think I can
spend the money on a puppy.
I wish I could help but
Brian's med school expenses
are eating my lunch
financially and my dinner.
Of course it is, I understand.
I just thought I would ask.
What's with you?
I don't know.
I just wish I could get
a puppy for Christmas.
We could ask your
Nana to get it for you.
I already did.
She says we don't have
the money to get a puppy.
Yeah, I asked my
dad for one, too.
I got the it's too much
responsibility shutdown.
I've got it!
Let's ask Santa!
Really?
What makes you think we'll
actually get a puppy?
Simple, we just do a good deed
and Santa will be so impressed,
he'll go through hoops
to get us a puppy.
I guess.
No, it's guaranteed.
Now, all we have to do is
come up with a good deed.
It'll have to be a big one.
Ah, for crying out loud.
All right, you kids,
that's enough.
Now, you come by here and
I saw you hit my rocks.
Leave my rocks alone.
Yeah?
Go on, get outta here.
Yes, sir.
Yes sir, yes sir, yes sir.
Delinquents.
Let's bring Christmas
joy to Nilwater!
What?
You said big, not impossible.
I think we could do it.
In this century?
We can if we come
up with a plan.
Well, whatever
it is, we have to act fast!
Christmas is in like a week.
Project: Puppies for Christmas!
Yeah!
Thank you for shopping with us.
Good morning, Mr. Davis.
Don't ring anything up twice.
I'm watching.
Of course not, Mr. Davis.
You're ringing it up too
fast for me to see the screen
as items get rung up.
Slow down.
Yes, Mr. Davis.
I want everything double bagged.
The plastic's so
thin one bag rips.
Double bagged, yes, sir.
That's 24.31, please.
Uh, you forgot something.
The, what is it hazelnut?
Oh that's my favorite, too.
Oh yes, I didn't see it.
It's all your fault for
going so fast.
I couldn't keep up.
Sorry about that, Mr. Davis.
Would you still like it?
Uh, sure he does.
Gotta love that hazelnut, huh?
Of course.
I'm the manager.
Is everything all right here?
Yes, everything's fine.
Nice parking job.
I wasn't stealing anything.
No, I'm sure it wasn't planned
but once you got a
look at the coffee
in the bottom of the basket,
I betcha the temptation
was a little too much.
Are you accusing
me of being a thief?
No, just human.
Hey, Dad.
Alex and I are going to be
spreading some Christmas joy.
Oh really?
That's great.
What are you two gonna do?
We're going to be
spending the next five days
with Mr. Nilwater.
You know, baking cookies,
holiday decorating.
We might even go to
the homeless shelter
and bring some good to others.
Uh, I'm not so sure
about this idea.
It'll be fine, Mr. Fields.
We'll check in every hour
and you can come over
with us on the initial visit.
And Peyton and I will never
leave each other's side.
Can't you just start a
recycling club or something?
Dad!
Fine.
But I'm going, too.
Yay!
They're going
up to Nilwater's place?
Oh man, they're dead.
I can't watch.
Let's get out of here.
You on a suicide mission?
I kinda wanna watch.
Come on, guys,
let's get out of here.
Come on, Daisy.
Come on, guys, let's go.
You ladies are sure about this?
Yep.
Oh for crying, what do you want?
Uh, Mr. Nilwater, hello.
The girls have decided
they'd like to spend
some time with you,
baking cookies, decorating
for the holidays.
You know, bring some joy
into your life.
What?
No!
Go on, get outta here.
Well, we could decide
to come back every day
and bother you plus get
the neighborhood kids
to be loud and play constantly
on the sidewalk in
front of your house.
They could accidentally
trample your grass,
scuff your walkway.
You're gonna help me by
blackmailing me
into going along with your plan?
Nice start.
Come in.
Make yourself at home.
We thought we would be
spending the day
baking cookies and
getting to know you.
We brought the ingredients
for chocolate chip
and peanut butter.
Yeah.
Does that mean we
have to make both?
Uh, no.
I think one will be okay,
right girls?
Baby steps.
Sure, okay.
Aw, kitchen's right
this way, come on.
Don't make a mess.
Which cookie
sounds good, Mr. Nilwater?
Oh well, whichever one
you can make the fastest.
Chocolate chip it is.
How 'bout sitting on a stool
over by the counter here?
Sure.
And where do you keep
the bowls, Mr. Nilwater?
First cupboard
there next to the thing.
It's better.
Need a spoon?
Yeah.
Right there.
Oh, good, thank you.
Okay let's get started.
It's the holiday season
Time to join in prayer
People running to and fro
But do they really care
They go through the motions
They light up the tree
But do they know
What it means
All done.
We hope you enjoy your
cookies, Mr. Nilwater.
Yeah, so do I.
I mean, I'm sure I will.
Well, why wouldn't I?
Try one, let's see
what you think.
Uh, I think Mr. Nilwater
is ready for us
to get out of his hair.
Uh, yeah, let's,
I'll try some later.
Why don't you grab some and...
Okay, thanks.
There's plenty
to go around, isn't there?
Bye, Mr. Nilwater.
See ya tomorrow.
What?
I hope we didn't impose too
much on you.
Uh, no, we're good.
Thanks.
I'm looking for the best
grandmother in the world
to come tuck me in.
That's sweet.
And might I add I think you
are pretty special yourself.
Nana, is it strange
that I liked Mr. Nilwater?
No.
Honey, I think what you
and Peyton are doing
is very admirable.
He lives alone, Nana.
Kinda sad.
Maybe he likes it that way.
Really?
I am so proud of you.
And I know your parents
would be, too.
I miss them.
Me, too.
Now you go to sleep and dream
about sugar plums and fairies.
Okay, I'll do my best.
Hey.
I just wanted to say good night
and that I enjoyed today.
Are we doing the right thing?
About trying to get puppies?
Mr. Nilwater.
Maybe he likes being
alone and we're intruding.
I look at yours and Alex's
hearts.
Yes, in a way you
are using Mr. Nilwater
in an attempt to
get puppies, but hey,
I know it'll make you
happy to bring some joy
to his life, too.
You know you're right.
When I was baking cookies
I wasn't even thinking
about the puppies.
I just wanted to make a
difference for Mr. Nilwater.
You know it's not too late
to start a recycling club.
- Dad!
- Okay.
Fair enough.
Good night, sweetheart.
Sleep well.
We'll get you all tucked in.
Good night, Lucy.
It's a reindeer by the way.
Yeah, that's what I meant.
I love you.
Good night, love you.
Sweet dreams.
Oh no, they've seen me.
Oh, goody, you're back.
Good morning, Mr. Nilwater.
Hi, Mr. Nilwater.
Just out of curiosity,
how long does this plan
of yours last?
Five days.
Five days.
How were the cookies,
Mr. Nilwater?
The what?
The cookies we made.
Oh, yeah, cookies.
Uh, oh, hmm, edible.
That's Nilwater-speak
for excellent.
Okay, well, let's
get started, ladies.
Any chance I could stop you?
Nope.
We'll put...
Let's work on this here.
I didn't tell you I
was a Rastafarian, did I?
Okay.
Guess that didn't work.
Mr. Nilwater, would you
mind grabbing that ladder
for me please?
I got it.
I got it.
Don't break it.
Just put it in the
ground and just step on it.
Dad, Alex and I
forgot a few things.
We're gonna run
back to the garage.
Okay.
Thanks.
Look both ways before
crossing the street.
Yes, Dad.
What's up with those two?
What do you mean?
Well, I mean what are we going
through this dog
and pony show for?
Ah, I think they believe
that if they do a good deed
that Santa will bring them
puppies for Christmas.
Oh, so there's an agenda.
Yes.
But they both have really
good hearts, good intentions.
They've been through a lot.
I noticed you're not married.
Oh, yeah, um,
Peyton's mom, Sandra, lost
her battle with cancer
two years ago.
Oh, I'm sorry for your loss.
Thank you.
It's been tough.
For a long time I hated
everything.
Every morning.
Each happy couple I saw,
every night,
just keep sitting there angry,
wondering why it had
to be Sandra.
I mean aren't there plenty
of criminals in the world
this could happen to?
Why someone good like Sandra?
I wallowed for a long time.
Then one day I looked
at Peyton and I realized
I have to let go.
I can't show Peyton that
being angry is okay.
Excuse me, um, we're
getting through though,
one day at a time.
Counseling has helped.
The church and
the support there.
Alex has it much worse.
Father was killed
by a drunk driver.
Year later she loses
her mother to cancer.
That's where they met.
Their mothers were in the
same treatment center.
They've both experienced
tremendous loss
and yet somehow, somehow
they're not angry at the world.
Never thought to look here.
I'm sorry, did you say
something?
I said, yeah,
they have good hearts.
Now, what do you say
we get these lights up?
Yes, let's do that.
Okay.
Oh Jesus, oh Jesus
Oh what a wonderful child
Jesus
Oh my Jesus
Soulful me
These hands of mine
Newly mine
Oh me
Hey, how you doing?
Good, how 'bout you?
Ah good, Merry Christmas.
Let it be
Glory, glory
Glory
To the new born king
Welcome to the Sunday service.
We're just a few days
away from Christmas
and I hope you've
done all your shopping.
One announcement,
we are going to have
a Christmas Eve candlelight
service at seven.
We won't have a service
on Christmas Day
so we can spend time with our
families.
Now last week we talked
about the birth of Christ.
Today I wanna talk about
the Christmas spirit.
Christmas has become
commercial, big business.
Having said this,
the giving of gifts
and family get-togethers
have their place.
And it's a wonderful way
to give and receive love.
Love, hmm?
How does one achieve being a
part of the Christmas spirit?
Through love.
Love one another seeking
nothing in return.
No one should be required
to give gifts
to earn someone's love.
Whatever gifts you
get this Christmas,
be grateful and
with a glad heart.
Amen?
Amen.
Oh, thank you.
What are you doing
with your hands?
Oh, oh...
It was a wonderful service.
Well, thank you.
Merry Christmas and I
just wanna say thank you
for standing up for me the other
day.
Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, right,
sure.
You're welcome, kid.
And you're a good guy.
Thank you, it's means a lot.
That was a very
interesting sermon.
I wonder, do you believe
what you said out there?
Well, thank you and yes.
I don't believe we've met.
No, no, we haven't.
I'm Nilwater.
Well, where are you from?
Me?
Far away, far away.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, sir.
Nana, this is Mr. Nilwater.
Hi, I'm Alex's
grandmother, Ellen,
and it's so nice
to finally meet you.
And you, thank you.
I hope Alex isn't
being too much.
Alex, no, no she's a delight.
We'll be over this afternoon
to finish the Christmas
lights, Mr. Nilwater.
I'm sure you will.
And try to come as
soon as possible.
I go to bed early.
We sure will.
Okay, great.
Good.
Well, it's so nice to meet you.
And you.
Thank you.
Pastor.
Mrs. Gregory.
That sermon was
absolutely wonderful.
Well thank you and Merry
Christmas, Mrs. Gregory.
Merry Christmas to you.
Curt, would you help
Mrs. Gregory...
- Oh yeah, of course.
- Oh, Curt, thank you so much.
Let's hit it.
All right, I'm on it.
Hey,
will you look at that, huh?
It's beautiful.
Isn't it great, Mr. Nilwater?
Oh they're not bad.
Not bad.
Okay, ladies, time
for us to head home.
Okay.
Okay.
Okay.
Good night, Mr. Nilwater.
Good night, good night, yeah.
Good night.
I'll take care of the
stepladder in the morning, okay?
Thank you, thank you very much.
Not bad.
Not bad at all.
Okay, can I have
everyone's attention, please?
We are expecting
some guests this morning
and they are coming to help out.
So please try and
be patient with them
as they are new.
And let's try and
welcome them to our home.
Huh, yeah, we'll take
care of 'em.
You better believe it.
Let's pray, shall we?
Can't we eat first?
No, we pray first.
Yes, ma'am.
Dear Lord, thank you
for this shelter
and bless this food, amen.
Amen.
Hey, I'm coming.
What day is it today?
Day three, it's day three.
Okay, right, what are we doing?
We're going to go pick up Alex
and then we're gonna go
to a homeless shelter.
Homeless, oh we have one of
those, huh?
Yeah.
Right, oh well let me
ask you a question then.
What are we going to
a homeless shelter for
when we can, I don't know,
sew Christmas stockings?
It's to make you feel warm
and fuzzy helping others.
And it's a school
project that I have to do
over winter break.
Oh well, okay, all right.
Oh that's horrible coffee.
We can all go in
my car, Mr. Nilwater.
Don't worry,
my dad is a great driver.
And we have full coverage.
Oh, no, no, that's not
what I'm worried about.
I'm trying to decide if I
wanna be locked in the car
with you Alex.
Oh well.
Excuse me.
Hi, you must be the nice
folks I spoke to on the phone.
That's us I think.
I'm Cara and thank you so
much for coming in today.
Oh, our pleasure, right girls?
Absolutely.
I'm John, this is Mr.
Nilwater, Peyton, and Alex.
They're the masterminds
behind today.
Very nice to meet you.
Why don't I give
you a quick tour
then we can get to work.
Great.
Okay, this way.
After you.
How you doing, Mr. Nilwater?
Oh, just fine, thank you.
I'm doing a little bit
of manual labor here
thanks to you two.
Isn't this great?
We get to help out people and
make your day a little better.
Yeah.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Thank you.
I didn't know what else to do.
Hi, sweetheart.
- Hi.
- How you doing?
Good.
Good?
You ladies did a wonderful
job in the kitchen.
And I was just thanking
your dad here
for moving all that stuff to
storage.
My pleasure.
And you, Mr. Nilwater.
Hmm?
Thank your
with all various chores.
Oh, you're welcome.
So when do we eat?
Right now.
Aye.
We'll serve first, and then eat.
Peyton, could you pass out
the trays and silverware?
Sure.
Alex, I'm gonna ask that
you give out the rolls.
Okay.
Just use these tongs.
And, Mr. Nilwater.
Hmm?
Could you please serve the soup?
I think I can handle that.
Mr. Fields, can you
help me give out drinks?
Sure, and please call me John.
All right,
everyone, time for lunch.
Lunch?
Here and here.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Gonna have some soup?
Would you like a roll?
Oh, you're gonna be sorry.
There you go.
I stripped paint for that.
Would you like a roll?
Enjoy.
Thank you.
Here you are.
- Care for a roll?
- There you go, son.
Here you go.
Yep, and have a sip.
Yes siree.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Can I get a couple of extra
rolls for my dog Bandit here?
Of course.
Thank you.
Ladies, this is Fred.
- Hello.
- Hi.
Hello.
So Bandit is a boy?
No, Bandit's a lady.
But she's got a knack for
stealing snacks
so I named her Bandit.
Word of caution, don't leave
any cookies unattended.
She loves them.
Does Bandit like soup?
No, and none for me either.
There's probably
something back here
we can find for Bandit.
Did you hear that, Bandit?
Bandit, can you thank
this nice man?
Yeah, well, extra loaf of bread.
Very thoughtful.
Very thoughtful.
There you go.
Thank you.
All right.
Thank you so much.
See ya, Bandit.
Atta girl.
Dogs like breads.
Okay, Bandit, you are the
sweetest dog.
You're just the dearest thing.
I just love you.
Fred, can we pet Bandit?
Fred?
Run for cover!
Incoming!
Hit the deck!
Fred, Fred, it's Cara.
Fred, it's Cara.
You're here,
you're here at the shelter.
Fred, please.
Try to help him.
What?
Where?
You're safe.
You're fine, Fred.
Semper fi.
Marine, too?
I was in country.
Your tattoo told me
you were a marine.
When you're in the company
of a fellow marine,
you're with a brother.
Just sometimes my past
comes back to pay me a visit.
Bandit, Bandit, you
Bandit, you come up here.
Come up here, sweetheart.
Yeah, you come here.
Would you like to pet Bandit?
Sure.
She's gonna
have puppies, you know.
Really?
What kind?
We're not sure.
All I know is she's been
plumping up.
Wow.
Do you know when?
I reckon pretty soon.
Um, what'll you do with the
puppies?
Probably try to sell 'em.
If not then just give 'em away.
Why?
How much?
I'm not sure.
You girls want one?
Yes!
Well, I'll see what I can do.
It's open, come in.
Hey, gang.
- Hi.
- Morning.
Coffee's in the kitchen.
Thank you.
Watch this, Mr. Nilwater.
- Yeah, that's uh.
- How's it going?
It's getting there.
Yeah, yeah, it's getting there.
Guess I just gotta keep at it.
I guess you should.
As long as you don't run
off and join the circus.
How could I do that when
I've got you around, Dad?
Mr. Nilwater?
Yes.
Do you have any photos
of family or friends?
Oh, family, no I'm sorry, I
don't, no.
Oh.
So do you have
any family nearby?
Alex, maybe quiz Mr.
Nilwater another time?
Hey, listen, I'm afraid to ask
but what's on the agenda today?
We gonna be going in an
airplane,
dropping fake
snowflakes over a school
or a children's hospital or...
Well, you're right
about the location.
We're going to
the children's hospital
to read Christmas stories to the
kids.
Santa Claus will be there.
No kidding?
Is this something
you guys came up with
or is it a school assignment?
- Yes.
- No.
Mine.
Peyton picked the shelter.
I picked the children's
hospital.
We should get going.
I'll drive.
Yeah, all right, okay.
Can I use the bathroom
real quick before we go?
Sure, yeah,
it's upstairs, take a left.
Okay, thank you.
You gotta jiggle the handle.
Daniel Nilwater.
Look what we made you, Mr.
Nilwater.
Alex and I.
Look at that.
Isn't that cute.
Don't...
We will put it right
on your pocket.
Oh a little snowman.
Looks like I'm the
marshal of Snowland.
You know if there were
a marshal of Snowland.
Well, then absolutely.
This is what this badge
would look like most likely
I would think.
But, uh, well,
thank you for that.
All right, shall we go?
- Uh, yep.
- Sure.
Okay.
All set.
How are we this morning?
It's time, sweetie.
Gotta go to work.
I understand.
So today I brought you this one.
I hope you haven't read it yet.
Smells like hospital.
Brings back memories of Mom.
I don't wanna think about it.
Hey, your mothers would
be very proud of you girls.
Oh, yes they are.
I mean, I'm sure they would be.
Hello.
How can I help you?
I called the other day,
John Fields.
Fields, I see you on the list.
Great.
Okay.
See Olivia Roberts down
the hall, room three.
Thank you.
Excuse me.
Oh hi.
Are you looking for the
nurse's station?
No, we're here to help today.
John Fields.
Olivia.
Nice to meet you.
As you can see things are
a little nuts around here.
Yeah, it looks like you've
got your work cut out for you.
Yeah, and for the
other three personalities
running around in my head.
Okay now let's get you guys
started.
Today I'm gonna have
you put on story time.
So you'll read a book
to one of the kids
in their room for about an hour
and then I'll give you
your next assignment.
Does that sound good?
Sure.
Sure.
Nice to meet you.
You too.
Here's some of the
stuff you need.
One person can read while the
other does the sound effects.
So feel free to
embellish where you like.
The bells I think you
can figure out on your own.
And the cups are for reindeer
hooves.
- Okay.
- The kids like it.
Okay, where do we go?
Room 204, her name's Jessica.
All right, let's go, guys.
Giddy-up, reindeers.
Get on outta here.
You must be Jessica.
Hi, yes.
Hi, I'm Peyton and this is Alex.
We came to read to you.
Okay to come in?
Sure.
My dad also came
to help with a friend.
I'm John and
this is Mr. Nilwater.
Hi.
Hi.
We brought some books.
Do you wanna choose
or do you want us to?
You can.
Okay.
How 'bout this one?
Um, okay, so Alex, you can read.
Mr. Nilwater, you could
do the man's voice
and the Santa voice.
I will do the bells and
the reindeer hooves,
and you can do noise
effects like wind and stuff.
Love to.
But no laughing.
It's my first time.
Can I sit right here?
It was three days before
Christmas.
There were three children,
Max, Jamie, and Ben.
One day, Mandy and Max
were sitting outside
and they heard this
huge gust of wind.
I said no laughing.
All of sudden out of nowhere
they see this huge sleigh
with a bunch of reindeer.
And they hear this huge voice
say...
Oh whatever happened to Rudolph?
But wait, there was a solution.
There was one reindeer
there who was different
than all the other ones.
'Cause it was finally
time to shine.
But thanks to Rudolph,
Christmas was finally saved.
The end.
Bye.
Oh, I'll leave these here.
- Bye.
- Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
It was good to
meet you, Jessica.
You, too.
Do you believe in angels?
Yes, I do.
Now, why would you ask?
I saw an angel in
my dream last night.
What do you think
heaven is like?
I think you're going to like it.
Me, too.
I'm tired.
I think I need sleep now.
I understand.
I'm glad that I had a
chance to meet you.
Sleep tight.
I will.
Hello, my friend.
How are you?
Good, good, how are you?
Oh, here's a prayer.
Everybody needs a daily
prayer, don't you think?
Yeah, yes I do.
Glory, glory hallelujah
Lord, life is full of
your wondrous mysteries.
Thank you for all your mercies.
Dad, Jessica's gonna be
with Mom soon, isn't she?
'Fraid so, sweetheart.
Hey, everything okay?
Yeah.
What's next?
Thank you so much
for helping out.
So the staff now needs help
setting up the cafeteria
for St. Nick's arrival.
I was thinking maybe y'all
could help with that.
Sure.
Which way is it?
To your left, down the hall.
Let's go, girls.
Thank you.
Oh boy, this party's scheduled
to start in 15 minutes.
Yeah, these folks sure
could use some help, huh?
All right, we better get moving.
You two so owe me.
Yeah.
Excuse me, we're here
to help you set up.
What would you like us to do?
Great, we could use the help.
I could use help setting up
drinks.
Two ladies could help
Samantha set up photo stop.
And Brie, as you can tell,
needs help with that garland.
Okay, I'll help with the
garland.
Mr. Nilwater can you
take care of the drinks?
10-4.
And ladies, why don't
you head over to Samantha
and kindly ask what you can do?
Right.
Okay, excellent, let's go.
Okay.
Hi, ladies.
You here to help me out?
- Absolutely.
- Yep.
Great.
Well, let's get started,
shall we?
Okay.
Think this'll move
quicker with two of us.
Thank you.
I don't care if it snows
Just give me the glow
of a warm fireplace
Good cheer on my face
It's that time of year
When you want to be near
Your family and friends
It's Christmastime again
Here we go just warm my soul
It's Christmastime
we're ready for
Presents under the tree
for both you and me
Keepin' out the cold
just warm my soul
Here we go just warm my soul
It's Christmastime
we're ready for
Presents under the tree
for both you and me
Keepin' out the
cold just warm my soul
Not bad, huh, Mr. Nilwater?
No, they did a good job.
Ah, it's a good thing.
What do you do with the sword?
So well, when I'm ready to fight
I just pull it out like this.
Oh sorry, I'm put it back.
That's cool.
Dad, Mr. Nilwater,
let's go take a picture.
Oh no, no, no.
One picture a day is my limit.
Please, come on.
Now...
Come on!
Okay, Mr. Nilwater
will stand here.
Here?
Yes.
You.
Okay, bend down.
But turn around.
Picture.
You said turn around.
Yeah, this way.
Okay, okay, bend down.
Okay, say cheese everybody.
Cheese!
Excellent, it's a keeper.
Oh I'd be afraid to have a
look at that one, I tell you.
Why would you?
You looked great.
Ah, thank you.
Like I've been saying,
I've been volunteering
at this hospital for 10 years.
I practically like
run the place.
I love those,
could we play with it?
Uh huh.
It's Keith Stiles.
Look.
He's okay, but personally
I prefer Tony Bennett.
Who's that?
I think he's looking at me.
And if there was to be
And sent me forth today
Nice look, ladies.
We love your music,
Mr. Stiles.
Thank you.
Keith, as always,
thank you for coming.
I wouldn't miss the
children's Christmas party
for the world.
Well, we appreciate that.
Keith, some of the kids are
too sick to come to the party
so could we see them first?
Sure.
Lead the way.
Take him to go see Jessica.
Absolutely, she's
our first stop.
Oh tidings of
comfort and joy
Comfort and joy
Oh tidings of
comfort and joy
I thought he was just okay.
I really enjoyed meeting you.
Merry Christmas, Jessica.
Merry, Merry...
Would you please
give this to her?
I don't think she has this one.
It's my new one.
Thanks, she'll really enjoy it.
I hope so.
Thank you very much.
Okay, is everybody ready to go?
Sure.
Something wrong?
Uh, no, I just, I may
have misplaced my keys.
You know, I mighta left
them in Jessica's room.
Oh, we can all go back up.
No, no, no, I'll meet
you guys by the car.
I'll be a jiffy, a hop, skip,
and a jump.
Piece of cake.
Okay.
Have a good day.
You, too.
Hello.
Hello.
I saw you helping out
at the Christmas party.
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah, that's me.
I really love to help.
No, I mean it, you were good.
Really?
Well, you know, you got
all those kids there,
they're so innocent, and they,
ah...
Well, my mom says
it's always good to try.
Well, yeah, I suppose it is.
Yeah, that's my mom.
Tell your mom I say hello.
I will.
I don't get it.
Get what?
Why this?
Why her?
I honestly don't know.
Why you?
Sorry?
Why are you here?
I can size people
up pretty quick
and you're not the
warm and fuzzy type.
So why are you here?
For two girls
who have braved far more
than they should have
at their age.
Two girls who've helped me see
beyond what I saw in this world.
Have a good day, Mr. Nilwater.
Sure will.
Hello, Daniel.
Hello, Moira.
What are doing?
My job.
Please don't tell me
you're here to take her.
She suffers.
I know, but it'll
destroy her father.
In three days,
she'll get her miracle.
Her father will
walk her down the aisle.
Then why are you here?
I'm here to watch over her.
Good.
Good.
I liked Jessica.
Me, too.
I'm glad we went to a hospital.
I just don't feel
so angry anymore.
Hmm, I never really
thought about it like that.
But you know what, you're right.
All set?
Yep, we're good to go.
Did you miss me?
- You betcha.
- Hmm.
There you are.
Ah, thank you.
So, something on your mind?
I've been thinking
about getting the girls
something for Christmas,
something nice.
Maybe a good book for Alex
and juggling lessons for Peyton
and I just wanted to
see your thoughts on it.
Wow!
I'm sorry, I didn't mean
to say that out loud
or at all, I mean,
just wow, just yeah.
You know what,
I'm gonna stop now.
You good?
Yeah, I'm good.
I just...
I think that would be awesome.
Thank you.
I'll drive.
Well, the girls are
gonna love their gifts.
Yep.
Hey, thanks for stopping
by the coffee shop.
I think you're gonna love it.
Sure thing.
Good afternoon, how many?
Hi, just two.
Right this way please.
Coffee?
Yes, please.
Thank you.
I'll be right back
with more cream.
Yeah, thanks.
Yeah, nice place, huh?
Yeah, can't believe
I've never been here.
This is the
best coffee I've ever.
Wait a second.
Cara.
Look who's here.
Come on.
Hi, guys.
Oh hi, would
you like to join us?
Come on in.
Oh, thank you.
Appreciate that.
I'll help you.
Thank you.
That kind of a guy.
How are you today?
Um, good.
It's a really good day.
Hello.
Hi there.
Would you like some coffee?
That would be fantastic.
So, how are things
at the shelter?
Good.
I'm getting paperwork and
projects done finally.
Oh, the girls keep asking
about Fred
and if Bandit's had
her puppies yet.
I think any day now.
But I'll call you when she does.
If that's okay.
That would be great.
Great, that'd be great,
yeah, yeah, all right.
Well, fun running into you.
Yeah.
Well, goodbye, gentlemen.
Bye.
Drive carefully.
What?
Nothing.
No, I just thought it probably
would've been a good idea
if you asked her out
to dinner or something.
Oh, you were thinking that?
I was thinking that, yeah.
Just out of curiosity,
did you set that up?
Come on.
You know how complicated
that woulda been?
I'd have to find out
where the girls were
to come over to your
house and the phone calls.
It woulda taken an awful lot.
Yeah, it would have.
Yeah.
More like divine intervention.
Divine, exactly.
It's my house back there.
I know.
Oh, I get to walk
from your house?
You're gonna
have dinner with us.
Thanks.
Dad, Alex and I are home.
In here.
Now, girls, that's not polite.
Oh, it's funny is it?
I'm sorry, Mr. Nilwater,
but it is.
It's incongruous.
That's why it's so funny.
Yeah, well who walks
around with juggling balls
in her apron, I'd like to know?
I do because you gotta practice.
It's more fun around
boiling pots and stoves.
Ah.
Well, Mr. Nilwater is
having dinner with us
so please wash your hands
and set the table, thank you.
Uh, Dad, Alex and I
are gonna go to my room
for a few minutes.
All right.
They are really great girls,
aren't they?
Extraordinary.
Does Peyton miss...
Sandra?
Yeah.
It's not as bad
as it used to be.
I think yesterday helped.
It was her first time
to a hospital
since her mom died.
Well, you seem to be handling
whatever gets thrown at you.
Thanks.
I am definitely not looking
forward to the boy situation.
What?
I can imagine.
It's just she's had
to grow up too fast.
I just hope I don't
mess this up.
Ah, I wouldn't worry about it.
You're a good man, John.
You're doing a great job.
I don't know, I think with the
Lord's help
everything will just
turn out fine.
She needs a mother.
Mr. Nilwater.
Yes?
Will you do the honor of
saying grace for us please?
I most certainly will.
Lord, make us humble and
truly grateful for this food
and all the blessings
you have given us.
Amen.
Amen.
Who's hungry?
I am.
Me.
Hope they're not
being too tough on you.
No, you scamps.
Is now a good time?
Sure.
Okay.
That's the
last of it, Mr. Fields.
Thank you, ladies.
What's that, Mr. Nilwater?
Peyton.
What?
It's just something I
picked up for you ladies.
I guess early Christmas gift.
Oh yeah.
Dad, can we open it now?
Please, please, please, please?
Yes, you can.
Yay.
Thank you, Mr. Nilwater.
I'm off to join the circus.
Ha, not so fast, young lady.
Not until you're at
least out of college.
Thank you.
It's amazing.
Well, so are you.
Would you sign my book
for me, Mr. Nilwater?
Absolutely, I'd be honored.
Got a pen right here.
Perfect.
Thank you.
There you go.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
You're welcome.
What'd you get?
A copy of the first
edition of The Odyssey.
Your favorite!
Yeah!
I got juggling lessons.
All right.
You need it.
Dad, can we schedule
these tomorrow?
Oh, I'm not sure what
hours they're working
on Christmas Eve
but we can call.
Yay!
Well, it looks like
I better be going.
It's getting a little bit late
and gotta hit the road.
Sure.
Hey, thanks for
having dinner with us.
Oh, you kidding?
Thanks for having me.
Thank you.
Good night, Mr. Nilwater.
Good night.
Thanks again for the gift.
Well, you're quite welcome.
Tally ho.
Good night.
Look both ways before crossing.
I'm telling you there's nothing.
Okay, how did you find his
first name?
Maybe you got it wrong.
No, I looked at his mail.
It said Daniel Nilwater.
I can't find a record
of him anywhere.
It's like he came out of nowhere
and poofed onto the planet.
Hmm.
Maybe he's in the witness
protection program.
Really?
What are the odds of that?
Well.
I don't know.
But I do think it's kinda sad.
I mean, no family.
You don't know
that for sure, Alex.
Don't get too hung up on it.
Maybe he's an angel
sent from heaven.
Oh, yeah, because an angel
would be sent
here to this place.
Maybe he's here to
help us get the puppies.
Peyton!
Okay, I'm just spitballing here.
You're the genius
of the two of us.
You come up with the idea.
Let me do some
more research first.
Alex, good morning.
Everything okay?
Hi, Mr. Nilwater.
I apologize for coming so early.
Where's John and Peyton?
Um, they're coming later.
I just wanted to drop this off.
What's this?
You didn't have
to get me a gift.
Just a little thing.
Huh.
Shall I open it now
or wait till later?
You can open it now.
I think, well, I noticed
you didn't have any photos
with family or friends.
Everyone should have at least
one picture
in their house.
So I'm not sure if
you have family.
We thought we could
be a good substitute
until you get a picture
with family or something.
This isn't really
coming out right.
But here you go.
Thank you.
It's, oh, extraordinary.
It's very sweet and kind of you.
I'm gonna treasure this always.
Well, uh, I gotta go.
We'll be back later.
Just a heads up, wear
comfortable walking shoes.
Oh, can't wait to see
what this is gonna be.
Walking shoes.
Okay, so you found nothing?
Nothing.
No family history,
no property records,
no social media, nothing.
Well, the social media
thing, that's to be expected.
Not sure Nilwater
even owns a computer.
Who owns the house?
Some corporation,
Clean Energy Company
out of Houston.
Weird.
Yeah.
So my witness protection
theory could be right?
Or it could be the
other thing you said.
You remember in the shelter
when Fred flashed
back to the war.
Fred was in hysterics and
it wasn't until Mr. Nilwater
touched him that
he snapped out of it.
Could be a coincidence,
good timing.
Or, he really is an angel.
What's your proof?
I know you, Alex, you have to
have something ready to go.
Not a lot.
Just that really in the
whole no past issue.
Like he was just sent down.
To do what?
He's been here for
over a year now.
Wouldn't he have done
whatever it is already?
I guess.
Well.
Good morning.
Morning.
Good morning, Mr. Nilwater.
- Morning.
- Morning, Mr. Nilwater.
How's your day going?
Well, so far.
Right.
I'm reluctant to ask but
what are we doing today?
We are gonna go get some
presents for Fred and Bandit.
Oh, how nice.
I figured we'd pick up
some food for both of them,
a bed for Bandit, and
maybe even some cookies.
I can't wait to see if
Bandit had her puppies.
Me, too.
Dad, we can get one, right?
We'll see.
Don't get too ahead of
yourselves.
Should we go?
Sure, girls?
Yep.
- All right.
- Okay.
Boy the life of a dog, huh?
Oh, John, so glad you're here.
Everything okay?
No.
Fred cannot find Bandit.
How long has she been gone?
Since early this morning.
Dad, we're gonna look for
Bandit, right?
Of, of course.
Where's Fred right now?
Out, he's looking for Bandit.
Where does Fred usually
look when he looks for Bandit?
Could be anywhere between
here and 6th Street.
Okay, we'll go see if we
can find Fred or Bandit.
Fred is so distraught.
I'm kinda losing my mind here.
Hey, don't worry.
We'll find them.
Okay?
Okay, thank you.
All right, guys,
let's go, come on, move.
6th Street, okay.
Bandit!
Bandit!
Bandit!
Bandit!
Bandit!
You okay?
Well, I'm just a
little surprised is all.
About what?
Never expected to
be doing this today.
That Cara gal, she really likes
helping people, doesn't she?
Yeah, she does.
Bandit, please come out.
Bandit!
Bandit!
Hey, hey, we're
gonna find her, okay?
I promise.
You know, if I was a dog,
what I would want
more than anything
would be a nice dumpster.
Now, I happen to
know that dumpsters
are always behind
buildings like this.
Girls!
Bandit, Bandit, Bandit.
That's our dog!
All right, now.
- That's our dog.
- Really?
That's our dog.
That's our dog.
Well, you can pick her up
at the county dog shelter.
What, wait, wait, why not now?
This dog's been running wild,
no leash, no license.
As far the county's
concerned, this is a stray.
I'm sure we can work
something out, right?
Look, go home.
Your dog will be
available in a few days.
But she's about
to have her puppies.
They'll impound
the puppies, too.
What?
Dad, can they do that?
- All right, listen, buddy.
- Please.
Come on, it's Christmas,
have a heart will ya?
Look at these little kids.
They're in tears.
Sorry, I got a job to do.
Bandit.
Bye, Bandit.
Hey, Merry Christmas.
Yeah, Merry Christmas.
Please tell me you found Bandit.
Sort of.
Bandit's alive.
She's just been taken
to an animal shelter.
Dog catcher caught her
just as we got to her.
Okay, but she's
all right, though?
Yes.
She hasn't had the puppies yet.
So we should be able
to go get her, correct?
Actually, they need a day or two
before they'll release her.
Why?
Think they need to process her.
What if she has her puppies?
Well, they'll impound the
puppies, too.
I'm gonna call
the shelter right now
and see what can be done.
Did you find Bandit?
Well, yeah, Fred.
She's in the pound.
She's great, she's fine.
But they gotta go
through some paperwork,
take a couple of days and
she hasn't had the puppies
so don't worry.
I'm gonna call the shelter.
I might be able to
apply some pressure.
Why don't you all go
home and get some rest.
I'll update you
with what I find.
You sure you
don't want us to stay?
No, it's fine.
I'll update you
with what I find.
Thank you.
Okay.
Well, I guess we go home.
Hello.
Uh, what can we help you with?
Yeah, hey, um, listen, a
friend's dog got picked up today
and I thought I'd just
swing by, pay the fine,
and you know boop-diddy-bop,
you know, take her home.
Well, if the dog came in today,
you wouldn't be
able to pick her up
till day after Christmas.
But, kinda my point,
you know, it's Christmas.
And the dog's pregnant.
I've got a couple
of little friends
that would really love
a puppy for Christmas,
if you know what I mean.
Come on.
We wish you a
merry Christmas
All right.
I guess it is Christmas Eve.
- All right, well thank you.
- All right, follow me.
Thank you, sir.
You know, I'm breaking a
lot of rules here, right?
Well, thank you, sir, I
appreciate it.
Is this your dog?
Ah, yeah,
that's Bandit all right.
Hey ya, buddy.
Oh, what time do you close here?
Uh, we close at midnight tonight
'cause of Christmas.
Okay.
Well, thank you.
There you go.
Look at that.
Bandit, say Merry Christmas.
Let's get outta here
before this nice gentleman
changes his mind.
Ho, ho, ho, Merry Christmas.
Now, don't try
to tell me how to drive.
Cara.
Oh, hi, guys.
I've been trying
to reach you on your cell.
Oh, I'm sorry, I left it in
the office.
We couldn't get the shelter
to release Bandit today.
What's going on?
Mr. Nilwater called and
asked us to meet him here.
Why?
Not sure.
How's Fred holding up?
He seems lost.
Just sitting there mostly.
Anybody need a dog?
Bandit!
She's okay!
My Bandit.
Did I ever miss you!
Oh, thank you so much.
We're just family right now.
That's okay, Fred.
You're very welcome.
Did she have her puppies?
Hmm, uh, no.
It's okay.
Yeah.
Hey, who knows, maybe
she'll have 'em tomorrow
and they'll be
Christmas puppies.
All right, girls, we should
let Fred and Bandit rest.
You know, I'm feeling it myself.
Peyton and I would like to
invite you, Fred, and Bandit
over for Christmas
dinner tomorrow.
Mr. Nilwater will be there, too.
I will?
Yes, yes you will.
Well, that would be very nice.
Thank you.
Bandit and I will be
there with bells on.
Well, have a good night.
Yeah, you too.
Okay, let's go.
Uh huh.
Let's go.
You got something to say?
No.
Good night.
Drive carefully.
Bye, Mr. Nilwater.
Ho.
Hmm.
Mr. Nilwater must be
going somewhere else.
Yeah.
Maybe he had something
last minute to do.
Nana?
In the kitchen, Alex.
Merry Christmas, sweetheart.
Mmm.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Nana.
Oh, Merry Christmas
to you too, sweetie.
Can we open presents?
We sure can.
How 'bout you open this one?
Me first?
Okay.
Well, what's this?
I don't know.
Santa musta brought it.
This one's for you, Nana.
Thank you, Alex.
I got a puppy!
I got a puppy!
Hi.
Oh my goodness!
I have to call Alex and
tell her I got a puppy.
I've gotta go and tell
Peyton I got a puppy.
How, how, how did he?
Oh, okay.
Yes, why don't you go call her?
Be right back.
- Hi, John.
- Merry Christmas,
Mr. Nilwater.
And Merry Christmas
to you, John.
Come on in.
I got a little
something for you.
Oh, thank you very much.
And thank you for the puppy.
Oh, I was afraid I was
overstepping my bounds there
but the girls wanted a puppy
and well, I happened to be
at the shelter and there you go.
No problem.
Peyton is ecstatic.
- Mr. Nilwater.
- Look honey.
Girls.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
This is Maggie.
And Murphy.
- Murphy, Maggie.
- Thank you so much.
Oh, you're
welcome, you're welcome.
Merry Christmas, too.
Merry Christmas.
All four of you.
Mr. Nilwater,
you sit right there.
- Okay.
- And I'll get you
some egg nog.
Well, thank you.
Nana, Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, Mr. Nilwater.
Good to see ya.
Merry Christmas, I'm Rick.
You're Rick?
Good to meet ya.
Baby brother.
Oh dear me.
Mr. Nilwater, Alex
loves the puppy.
How did you get
it under the tree?
I'll get that, John.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas,
Mr. Nilwater.
Come right in.
Thank you.
Oh, and Fred.
Merry Christmas, sir.
Merry Christmas.
Wow, it's beautiful.
I'm guessing still no puppies?
Nope, but should be real soon.
She's getting tired easily.
Everyone can find a seat.
My dad will be right out.
Okay, thank you.
Hi, Fred.
Merry Christmas.
See the puppies
Peyton and I got?
Well, I can see that.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas, everyone.
Merry Christmas, John.
Thank you for coming.
I hope everyone's
enjoying their day so far.
I got a job!
My old boss called.
Wants me to come back to work.
Congratulations,
Fred, that's great news.
Amazing, Fred.
Christmas miracle.
You have a lovely home.
Thank you.
Well, let's eat.
Shall we all gather
our hands together
and say a little prayer?
Heavenly Father, thank you
for bringing us together
as family and friends.
Thank you for this food,
this blessing
you've bestowed upon us.
And thank you...
'Tis the time of year to see
Decorations on trees
Presents there for
you and me
It's Christmastime again
Well, hello, Alex.
Yes?
On the present, the tag.
You said thank you.
What did you mean by that?
You're going to have
to go back, aren't you?
Yep.
Back up there.
Yeah.
But you know, I get to go back
because of you and Peyton.
You both restored
my faith in humanity.
Hey, once I'm up
there I get to watch
over the both of you, you know.
At least that's what
I'm gonna request.
Hey, I've got something for you.
Close your eyes.
What was that?
That was joy.
Whenever your life
seems a little bit crazy,
I want you to sit still,
close your eyes,
and joy will come.
Hey, would you do me a
favor and explain it all
to the rest of them?
Thank you, Alex.
Alex, come see
what the puppies are doing.
Ho oh.
Well, I guess we'd
better go out there
and see what's up.
I see you found what you needed.
Yes, and I am humbled.
Thank you.
I would like to make one
request if you will allow it.
Ask.
I would like to be charged
with watching over children.
I feel humanity can best
be reached through them.
So be it.
The children need
all the help they can get.
Especially those two.
Project puppies
for Christmas completed.
- Is he gonna give her kisses?
- Oh!
Gonna give Alex kisses?
Watching over the world
After all that I've seen
I find myself questioning
What does it all mean
I don't see any love
I can't find any grace
It's like I've just given up
On the whole human race
Won't you show
me what I've lost
I need it back at any cost
I no longer see
the reasons why
The reasons why
And won't you help
me on my feet
And put the warmth
back in me
I no longer see
the reasons why
It only makes me wanna cry
Those who have it all
They only want more
And those who need the most
Seem to just give it more
Where is the
spirit of giving
Where's morality
Where has the goodness gone
Where does it hide from me
Won't you show
me what I've lost
I need it back at any cost
I no longer see
the reasons why
The reasons why
And won't you help
me on my feet
And put the warmth
back in me
I no longer see reasons why
It only makes me wanna cry
Fall too far
Don't know who you are
Give me love, give me rest
We can die the rest
Just your love
for you will find
If you give a little time
To stand up your
heart to this
And together we will pray
Won't you show
me what I've lost
I need it back at any cost
I no longer see
the reasons why
And won't you
help me on my feet
And put the warmth
back in me
I no longer see
the reasons why
It only makes me wanna cry