Color My World with Love (2022) Movie Script
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And done.
Oh, honey...
it's perfect.
Your work keeps getting better.
I'm not as good as Matisse.
Well, not yet.
Can we see it?
Sure.
Oh... how lovely!
You made it look
like Mortimer was smiling.
He was smiling.
You're right.
You're amazing,
do you know that?
Thank you.
I'm happy you like it.
You can pay me online
on my website.
Sure.
I can do that now,
if you'd like
to help me with it?
- Okay.
- Kay.
All right, sweetie.
Oh, would you look at that?
Who knew such beautiful work
could be done by a...
by, you know,
someone like...
My daughter?
Like... your daughter's
type of people.
My daughter's type of people
are capable of even more
that you can imagine.
And Kendall prefers
to be talked with
instead of talked about.
Unless you want
to talk to about sports.
So boring.
When you twist your face
like that,
you kind of look like a Picasso.
But I really like Picasso.
Me too.
Picasso, huh?
So, what do you think,
ice cream, is it
a rocky road kind of day, or...?
No way. Butter pecan.
Butter pecan? Again?
Where are all your spoons,
honey?
Mom put them on the wall.
Oh.
I'd be annoyed
if I wasn't so impressed.
Mom, don't forget
to bring the check today.
The last installment
on her cooking class is due.
And tomorrow's our banquet.
Did you work everything out
with Sarah?
Yeah. She's making the meatballs
and I'm making the sauce.
Good for you.
- Is this it?
- Uh, no.
That is for Kendall's
painting account.
I have $2,000.
Not that you'll be allowed
to use any of it.
I can't handle mumbling
in the morning.
Oh, fine.
I'll mumble about
your daughter's independence
at dusk.
Grandma's funny.
I know.
She should do stand-up.
Oh, there's an idea.
I'm gonna go get my phone.
Ohh. Here it is.
Okay.
You know, Todd should really be
paying more support.
Mom, please don't bring him up.
Oh, so we should give him credit
for paying as little as he could
for as short a time as he did?
It's guilt money.
Easier to spend money than time.
Anyway... it doesn't matter,
because we have a plan.
Don't we, K?
Yep.
Mom's gonna ask for a promotion.
That's great, honey!
Thank you.
But you know what?
Don't throw any parties,
because Amy wants a portfolio,
and, currently, I have squat.
Invite her over
and show her the wind chimes
made out of bottle caps.
You know what?
We drank a lot of seltzer
that weekend, didn't we, K?
And burped a lot.
And burped a lot.
You really are
so talented, honey.
You deserve this.
Thanks, Mom.
Mom's like H.A. Schult.
He makes art out of trash.
Thank you, honey.
I think.
And, uh, thank you, Mom,
for doing all of this,
because I know it's not exactly
how you wanted
to spend your retirement.
This is exactly
how I wanted to spend
my so-called golden years.
Plus, if there's time
for a promotion,
maybe there's time for a date.
That is my cue.
Honey, let's have a hug.
Oh... wow.
You're wearing lipstick.
It looks good.
Thanks, Mom.
Okay.
Bye, honey.
Bye.
Hi, Luke.
Hey, hey, hey.
Have you talked to Amy yet?
No, she's been busy all morning.
Well, she's, she's right there.
- I know, but she probably...
- Go on. Go talk to her.
Okay. Okay.
Um, Amy?
Amy. Amy!
Uh, d-did you read the email
on the Gillman proposal?
I did. Thanks, Emma.
The numbers look good.
Great. That's great.
Everything okay?
Yeah, why wouldn't... it be?
Of course. W-well,
I'm following you around,
I guess. That's why.
Listen, um, I don't know
if you knew this,
but my mother retired recently,
and she's been able
to take my daughter
to all her appointments
and her classes.
I was wondering.
I noticed you've been
doing some overtime lately.
Yeah, it's really taken
the pressure off.
I mean, not that
taking care of Kendall
is kind any of a pressure
or anything like that.
I mean, she's grown so much
over the last few years,
I barely even recognize her.
Anyway, the point is...
my circumstances have changed,
and I know that Emily
is leaving in a few months,
and I would like
to be considered
for the senior designer
position.
Sorry, I mean,
I mean, I'm-I'm genuinely
surprised, Emma.
Well, you and me both.
So...
you been working on a portfolio?
I-I have, yes, yes,
and I will show you something
very soon.
Fantastic.
It's rare to see
a woman of your age
really hold on to that vitality,
you know?
I'm rooting for you!
Thanks, Amy!
Okay, whoa.
D-did she seriously just say
"a woman of your age"?
- I think so.
- Okay.
I may have passed out
for a moment.
No, that's good.
We're good, we're good.
- This is good!
- Is it?
Yeah, no, this is good.
- I can feel it.
- Doesn't feel good.
This is your time, Em.
You're gonna make
senior designer,
and then, on top of that,
you're gonna meet someone.
You know why?
My love radar is blasting
right now!
Let's put a pin in that,
and I am going to surprise
Kendall in her class.
- I love that
- Yep. Yep.
- Em! Em? Hey, Em!
- Uh-huh?
This is your time.
- Oh, it's my time.
- It's your time!
- It's my time.
- Yes!
Excuse me.
Ah, what a nice surprise.
Hi, Janie. Hi, James.
Did class finish early?
We made spaghetti.
It was pretty good.
Not delicious.
But it was good.
Well, that is high praise,
coming from you, James.
I think it's great
that you've been
letting your mom bring
Kendall in, by the way.
Yeah, I've been trying
to loosen the reins a bit.
Hey, Kendall's Mom.
Hi, Sarah.
Kendall made me make meatballs.
And you did a great job.
Don't like the way they feel.
Sticky.
They are sticky!
Anyways,
you just missed Kendall.
She stepped outside.
They stepped outside.
Yeah, yeah... they did.
Okay, guys, no teasing.
They just can't help themselves.
I'm, I'm sorry.
Where is she, exactly?
Uh... she's right over there.
Who is that?
That's Brad.
Kendall's boyfriend.
What?
Yeah... boyfriend?
Yuck!
Oh.
Wow.
Ooh... kissy-kissy.
Oh, Emma.
I thought you knew.
I just assumed your mother...
You never assume anything
about my mother.
And then, Brad
joined the class six weeks ago,
and we liked each other
right away.
Oh, but, honey, how about
if you just...
you know maybe you could try to
be friends for a little while?
We are friends.
I know, I know, but what if...
Monet had a girlfriend
and he still painted.
So why am I in trouble?
Oh, honey,
you're not in trouble.
You're not,
but I am.
Maybe.
I just think it would
have been really nice
if Grandma had mentioned
that you like someone.
Really like someone.
I really, really like Brad.
I really like him, too.
But he's my boyfriend, Grandma.
I'll remember that.
What do you like
about Brad, honey?
So many things.
He's really funny.
He's also really kind to me.
Brad's the nicest person
I've ever known.
It's Brad.
Can I answer it?
Sure, honey, go ahead.
Hi, Brad!
I miss you too.
22 years.
Oh, here we go.
Yes! Here we go.
22 years,
I managed to avoid this.
You've got her for three months,
and she's making out
in a parking lot?
- You call that "making out"?
- Yeah.
Oh, you really do need a date.
Darling...
Kendall is an adult.
Oh, come on, Mom.
She made it through
the arts program.
She has a job
that she's passionate about.
She's computer-savvy.
She is more organized than I am,
and, as of today,
she makes
a darn fine pasta sauce.
What more do you want?
I want my daughter safe,
emotionally and physically.
It's my job!
Romantic relationships
are difficult enough for anyone,
let alone two kids
with disabilities.
"Challenges."
Okay, you know what?
Don't lecture me
on the correct terminology.
Can I have those pliers, please?
You can't judge
every relationship
by what happened with Todd.
I don't.
I judge it by what happened
with Peter
and the doctor.
Oh, I liked the doctor.
And by the relationship
James' mom had
with that hunky fireman, and...
They are not
running away to Vegas.
They just want to hold
each other's hand
and call each other
"boyfriend" and "girlfriend."
Okay, Mom.
I appreciate you being here.
You're not firing me.
No, I'm not firing you!
I just...
I'm trying to tell you
what it's like for me,
and I just...
it's...
it's my responsibility, okay?
It's my responsibility
to look out for
any potential disaster
in Kendall's life
and then stop them
from happening.
Remember the community pool?
Oh, come on, Mom.
This is like the community pool.
Oh, I don't see the connection.
You were terrified
to take her to that pool.
Yes.
And you took your eyes off her
for one second.
She disappeared.
And just before
we were gonna call the police,
Kendall walks out
of the men's room with that
"what are you all
going crazy for?" face.
She had to go to the bathroom,
and that was the closest one.
She was fine.
We were the ones going crazy.
The banquet is tomorrow night.
Mm-hmm.
And you'll get a chance
to spend some time with Brad,
and see them together.
Don't make a decision
until then.
Okay.
Okay.
Well, you took a risk,
telling that pool story.
Oh, I know, I wasn't sure
I could land that plane.
I like Brad so much.
How will I know when I love him?
Grandma?
- Please enjoy.
- Yeah, go ahead.
Not bad.
What does his T-shirt say?
"The homie
with the extra chromie."
That's actually not bad.
He works part-time
at a T-shirt shop.
Really? A job-job?
- Mm-hmm.
- Like, with responsibility?
You've got questions, ask him.
Okay.
Mom.
Hi, honey.
This is Brad.
He's awesome.
This is my mom.
She's awesome, too.
Hi, Brad!
- Hey.
- Oh! You're a hugger.
That one was for "hello."
Okay.
Wow! I...
You are a good hugger.
Now, that one
is for your sweet, loving,
gorgeous, magnificent daughter.
You know, and now
I've gotta hug you, okay?
Thank you for that.
So...
what about you?
Did you bring any family here
to the dinner?
I don't have any.
I... I am so sorry, Brad.
That must be very difficult.
That's okay.
I have a brother
from another mother...
Oh?
- Nic.
- Yo?
Please come here.
Oh, just one sec. Hey!
Don't even...
Pshew!
Yeah!
And there he goes.
Family, friends,
could you all
take your seats now?
The students are ready
to serve you dinner.
- Ooh!
- Mom, Grandma.
Sit with Nic.
I will be your server.
Oh, we're so lucky.
- Okay.
- Okay, honey.
Uh, after you.
Thank you.
What are you doing, Mom?
Nothing.
I am Kendall's mom, Emma.
This is my mom, Bev,
who apparently loves
playing musical chairs.
Hi.
Hi. Well, it is
a great icebreaker,
although I'm more of
a "Duck-Duck-Goose" man, myself.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
Mm-hmm.
Both. Nice to meet you.
And so, yeah, his parents
were friends with my family,
and after the accident,
he was kind of on his own.
That's literally
my worst nightmare.
It was rough,
but he's as resilient
as anyone I know.
And he does really well.
He's in the group home,
he's got a part-time gig
at the T-shirt shop,
and he's a master
of the bus maps.
And apparently, he has you.
Actually, we have each other,
really.
And my whole extended family
has really taken him in,
and we get together
a few times a month,
and we do movies,
and, you know, do dinner.
And so, no one at home minds
that you're out
all those nights?
Mom, please.
If I am away for
more than three nights a week,
my Roomba starts
zipping around the house,
knocking down chairs.
Coincidence? I think not.
Well... the kids
did a good job.
They did, yeah.
It's simple... tasty.
"Simple"? I can't even
make a grilled cheese.
No, I'm serious!
I've got a loyalty card
to the Cheesemobile.
I'm there, like,
three days a week.
It's in the arts district.
- District. Yes!
- Oh, my goodness.
The grilled macaroni and cheese
with bacon?
Wait. Have you had it
with jalapeos?
- No!
- Oh, you should, it's so good.
Trust me. Do it.
Okay.
Sounds... spicy
Oh... look!
He really does
have the biggest heart
of anyone I know.
Seems sweet.
So... do you think
that they could move beyond
the "just best friends"?
Do you think
they could be dating?
Did she ask you to ask me?
I mean, am I being set up here?
Poor kid.
She actually thinks that
you value your mother's opinion.
Well, what about if they just
did chaperoned dates?
Could that work?
Mom, please?
Yes.
She said yes!
She looks so happy.
She does.
Could they walk any slower?
I think they are extending
their first date
for as long as possible.
That was fun.
- It was fun.
- Yeah.
Okay, so, love is love,
but I am not
gonna miss my shows.
I'm just gonna
"chaperone" them along.
- Oh, okay.
- Good idea.
Well, um, this is me.
Right. This is me.
Oh.
"Martin Estates"?
Are you like a landlord
or something?
No, I am a developer.
Mostly condos and apartments,
but my latest development
is actually really cool.
If you do say so yourself.
- I do, actually.
- Mm.
And Brad helped inspire it.
- Really?
- Yeah.
It's an intentional community
for adults
with different challenges.
You know, so community support,
housing, medical staff.
Wow.
So, there'd be jobs too?
Well, that's the plan.
You know, live, work, play.
You should come by sometime.
Like, check it out.
That would be great.
I'd love to check you...
it, uh...
the development... out.
Right.
Um, okay, then.
Oh, here. Here.
I'll be here. You can...
check me out.
Oh, great. That's great.
Great.
Hey, everyone!
Brad, it was so lovely
to meet you tonight. Oh!
Oh, so nice to meet you too.
Group hug!
Okay!
You did so well today.
Yeah.
It's so big.
Yeah, well, the towers
are for private residences,
but down here's where
I'm planning
the intentional community.
Right, right and when they're
ready for more independence,
- they can...
- Wow!
I just...
just got the jalapeo.
Yup! And they're good, right?
It is good!
Thank you for this,
- Of course.
- sandwich.
You're coming for lunch,
I wanted to make sure
you got lunch.
Yeah.
But, yeah, so,
people who can manage
more independence...
Right.
We have these townhomes.
They're pretty large
for one person.
Well, no, I mean,
it would be for roommates,
or, potentially, couples.
Hmm.
Yeah. And then there'd also be
a community center, you know,
with offices for on-site staff
and a community connector...
Nic, this is amazing.
I saw this need in Brad, and...
It's not just for Brad, though.
Can you imagine how many
families would be so grateful
for a community like this,
whose kids need more
than they have to offer,
or who are just too advanced
to be stuck at home?
Like Kendall?
Oh, no, no, no. She's got me,
but there are so many people
who need this, Nic! You rock!
Oh! Ow!
Oh, sorry, I get excited.
No, I need people
to be excited, you know?
I mean, maybe not
"punch me" excited,
but it's... it's great.
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
I'm just really trying
to keep it affordable,
so people can-can pay
according to their abilities,
but I do need investors
to put some money up soon,
because, yeah uh,
not-for-profit communities
actually live up to their name.
They're not very profitable.
So then, why do it?
I mean, why you?
Because of Brad.
Oh.
Well, do you, um,
have a-a show home, or a...?
Almost, yeah.
- Almost. "Almost"?
- Yeah.
Yeah, it's just not quite
ready to show yet.
Why not?
I'll show ya.
Okay.
Well, it certainly
provides a blank canvas
for people
to use their imaginations on.
Yeah. I know, it's just...
I've been really focused
on financing,
and I just got distracted,
but I got a bunch of furnishings
down at the Kaley development.
I'm gonna bring them out
and set it up. It'll be good.
Do you think
that's right for this home?
What do you mean?
Well, young people today have
a real sense of personal style.
I mean, Kendall has a Pinterest
board for everything,
and-and they just want to have
something that speaks to them,
and it...
is that a plastic plant?
Yep.
Yeah, so that has to go.
- Oh...
- And then what you want
maybe is, um,
some zero-maintenance succulents
on a, on a sideboard,
that's made from
some upcycled wooden planks,
and then you make sure
that the space
is really nostalgic
and light and youthful and fun,
and... am I talking too much?
You are not talking too much.
Just don't hit me again.
I actually love it.
You know what?
I'm getting advice from
a real interior designer.
Well, assistant,
who aspires to be a designer.
Right.
In fact...
if you provide the materials,
then I can do my thing.
Oh...
I'm not gonna let you
do it for free, so...
No! No, no, no.
It would actually help me,
because I can use it
as my real-life portfolio,
and...
I really believe in this place.
I want to help.
All right. Deal.
Deal.
All right.
Okay. First task. Go.
This, this, we're gonna
donate Mr. Plastic Plant, okay?
- Okay.
- Recycling bin.
Okay.
How do I look?
You look beautiful.
So beautiful.
You know what?
While we wait
for Brad to get here,
let's decide
what we want to see first.
- Mom.
- Yes?
It's a date.
It's for two people, not three.
No, I'm gonna
be chaperoning you.
From out here.
Kendall!
Hey, Brad!
Hey!
Um...
Mom. Go.
Oh. Right. Okay. All right.
Hey. How's it going?
Oh, Nic. Hey.
I didn't expect to see you here.
Oh, just thought
I'd drop off Brad, you know,
so he's not late for the date.
That was very thoughtful of you.
Ah.
I'm so excited.
Me too!
Mom.
We're going inside.
But I just...
Two, not three.
You can text me.
Help me, please.
Uh, well... we could
shadow-chaperone them,
and just, you know,
keep an eye on them?
Yeah. Good idea.
- All right.
- Yeah.
This painter went to the garden
where Monet painted.
I want to do that.
It's beautiful.
Just like you.
Stop it.
Look at the painting.
But I want
to look at you, though.
I'm serious, Brad.
Look.
Pretty.
Tell me about it.
It feels like
someone should live there.
Totally.
I want to have a garden
just like that.
Me too.
I texted them
to see if they were hungry.
No response.
Maybe we should just go back
and just check in person,
because Kendall forgets to eat
sometimes.
You know what? I think they'll
come out when they're ready.
- I don't know...
- Three words,
fontina, brie, cheddar.
Oh, and don't forget
I also got the nacho fries.
- Are you kidding me?
- I'm not.
- I love these!
- You do?
I do.
I like the way
this painting makes me feel,
like he's gonna cross the bridge
and find new things.
New things can happen.
Yeah. That's good.
So, he left a couple of months
after she was born,
which is, unfortunately,
quite typical.
Not to be sexist, but...
Men are the worst?
That's where you're supposed
to say "not all men."
Oh, okay. Not all men.
Just the one that I married
and the ones I've dated,
and I wouldn't say
that they're the worst,
it's just that they have
a hard time sticking around,
especially
when things get tough.
- Yeah.
- I'm sorry.
And you?
Oh, well, she left, too,
after only six years,
which I know is not nothing,
but in my family,
that's like six minutes.
Everybody has been married
for forever.
That's a lot of pressure.
Sorry. Didn't mean to turn this
into a therapy session.
Are you kidding me?
Two seconds ago,
I threw your entire gender
under the bus.
I think I might have
a little bit of baggage myself.
We're quite the pair, huh?
Mm-hmm.
- I'm just gonna text Kendall.
- Yeah, maybe just...
just see.
No, no, no, no, no, no, no.
Oh, honey, what is it?
Mr. Sawyer canceled.
I have all my paints and brushes
and he's not coming.
Okay, okay, just...
It's not fair.
I was gonna use that money
for Brad's birthday present.
Honey, honey,
remember what we do.
It's not fair, Mom.
It's gonna be fine.
Oh, no.
We do what we always do.
We breathe...
and you're gonna take this,
right, and you're gonna squeeze,
squeeze hard.
And you focus on me.
- No, no, no.
- Honey, you got to calm down.
Just breathe. Breathe.
But, but...
Okay, calm down, calm down.
Calm down. Calm down.
Deep breaths.
I've got you.
We're gonna figure
this thing out, okay?
Are you all right now?
- Yeah.
- Yeah?
But, Mom?
What, honey?
I have all my paints.
And my easel.
And a new canvas!
I know. I know...
I have an idea.
I feel like... is it better
with the jacket off,
or is that...
I'll just do like...
What? Why are you doing that?
No, that looks weird.
"The Thinker."
I don't even... do I do that,
or is it better to kind of,
like, cross my arms,
or sit forward, or...?
No. Can you try to look...
you know, not weird?
What are you laughing at?
I'd like to see you
sit here and pose.
Oh, no, no, no, no, no.
I have posed enough for Kendall.
She's tired of looking at me.
No, that's a good idea, Mom.
Go sit with him. Please?
Okay.
Maybe you can
make him look less weird.
Can you guys sit
a little closer?
You got a little something...
Mm. Should we paint that?
This is amazing.
Seriously, it's...
this is beautiful,
but, I mean...
that's not how we were posed.
I'm an artist, Nic.
I paint what's really there.
Right.
Well, Kendall,
you have a real gift.
I hope you know that.
Thank you.
- Okay, how much do I owe you?
- What?
$50.
- Okay.
- No, honey, he did us a favor.
No, I may have done you a favor,
but I am gonna pay for it,
because I want to keep it.
So I'm gonna send you money
right now, all right?
Also, do you guys like parties?
Cake? Dancing? Lasagna?
Yes, yes... yes.
And no.
That's not bad. All right.
You're gonna come
tomorrow night,
my grandparents are celebrating
their 60th anniversary party,
and they'll have burgers,
so you can skip the lasagna.
I think we would feel out of
place at a family function.
Yeah? Well, Brad'll be there.
We're coming too. Right, Mom?
Right, Mom? Come on.
Please? Doesn't matter.
I already sent you
all the information,
the address is there.
Just wear something...
festive.
Whatever that means...
to you, okay?
And Kendall, seriously,
who doesn't like lasagna?
He paid me extra.
Now I could put 50 in savings
and use the rest
for Brad's birthday present.
You constantly amaze me,
Kendall.
Brad says that too.
Mom?
Yeah?
When you kiss Nic...
do you open your mouth?
What?
Uh... no. No, honey.
We don't kiss.
We're just friends.
And why are you even asking?
Mom.
Hey.
Got some more quarters.
Oh, thank you.
But I think I'm gonna need
more quarters than this.
Why?
Because I need to win
something extremely big,
like, for Kendall,
my girlfriend.
Wow. So, things are really
progressing with you two?
I mean...
Yeah! I love her.
Wow.
What does, uh...
I mean, do you know
what "love" means?
I mean love.
Like, real, true love.
Don't you know
what, uh, love is?
Yeah, no, of course,
of course I do.
I'm just... I just want
to make sure you know.
I mean, love is...
it's just a big deal, you know?
It's not a...
it's not a gooey word.
It's when you trust someone
with your whole heart,
and it also means
that someone could...
could hurt your heart
a little, too.
But Kendall would never
hurt my... hurt my heart.
Like, ever.
I...
I need more quarters.
Okay.
Well, I just want to make sure
that you don't rush things.
Nic.
I know
that you just got
your heart broken...
but don't worry.
I'm here for you.
Plus, my heart
is too big
to break.
You got that right, buddy.
Then trust me, man.
I got this!
I do trust you.
But do you need any help
with Emma?
I might need some help
with Emma, yeah.
Whoa! Check that out.
You know what I think
you should do?
I think you should go
for that ring,
'cause I'll tell you right now,
the one thing women love...
jewelry.
I'll go get some more quarters.
Okay.
So, honey, are you excited?
Yeah, are you?
Well... do you think
we're overdressed?
No.
I'm only wearing one.
Are you wearing two?
No, honey, "overdressed"
means that you're...
- Mom.
- What?
I'm kidding.
Of course you are.
What was I thinking?
- Don't be nervous, Mom.
- All right.
- It'll be fun.
- Ready?
Hi, you guys!
Hi, Nic. We came.
Your dress is beautiful,
Kendall.
Hey, Brad, oh!
There he is.
Wow!
Just wow.
You really do look like
you belong underneath
the Christmas tree.
Thanks, Brad.
You're welcome.
I'm also wearing
the perfume you bought me.
Do you want to smell it?
Mm. Love that smell.
Come on in.
Hi.
Your dress is beautiful.
Oh, it's... it's not too much?
You said festive.
This is the closest
I've got, so...
It's not too much.
You look very festive.
- Come on in.
- Okay.
And I told her,
"60 years with you
has felt like 60 days."
Aww!
Definitely felt
like 60 years to me.
Well, I am a handful.
Hands full
of everything that's good.
Well, I feel
very honored to be here,
and I just, I think
you're both wonderful.
Oh, funny.
That's the word Nic used
to describe you, Emma,
"wonderful."
Yes, it is the word that I used
to describe her work,
but she is also very wonderful.
Yeah, oh...
- excuse us.
- Okay.
Of course.
Oh...
Those are my grandparents.
- They're so sweet.
- Yeah.
Hey-hey! Six-Pack!
- Oh. Prepare yourself...
- Six-Pack!
- Okay.
- for this one.
There he is! Hey!
Uh, Emma.
This is my cousin, Kyle.
Kyle, this is Emma Grant.
Emma is the designer
that I've hired to work.
For zero-point-zero dollars,
so we're kind of throwing around
the word "hired" loosely.
Well, I'm going to pay her
in grilled cheese sandwiches.
Uh, well, Nic and I are friends.
New friends.
We're trying to discover
what that friendship means.
Here, now, publicly,
in front of his entire
extended family, so...
Okay.
You two need a minute
so you can get
your story straight?
He's a funny guy.
He's very funny.
Also, Emma is Kendall's mom,
and Kendall and Brad are dating.
How cool is that?
Brad's in love?
Well, I wouldn't
quite call it "love."
Why don't you tell a guy? Huh?
Where is he?
Oh...
Wow.
What did I tell you?
So...
"Six-Pack," is it beer or abs?
What do you think?
Sorry. It's, uh...
it's actually, uh,
neither of those things.
Okay.
So my grandparents have
been married for 60 years,
my parents for 42 years.
My sister is celebrating
her 18th,
and Kyle's even been
married for 15 years,
and we only made it, you know,
six years, so...
So, um, "Six-Pack."
- So, Six-Pack.
- Yeah.
I guess that makes me, what?
"Three and a Half Sheets
to the Wind"?
I like that. Cheers.
Cheers.
May I have your attention?
I want to thank you all
for coming to celebrate
this beautiful occasion.
Now, we wanted to throw
my grandparents a huge party
at a fancy hotel
with Jim Beam
pouring out of fountains,
but...
instead, they wanted
to celebrate here,
in their home,
which is the perfect symbol
of their 60 years
of loyalty,
laughter...
And lust!
Lust! Of course.
But most importantly...
love.
Everyone...
raise your glass
to Henry and Rose,
and cheers!
Cheers!
Check it out.
Oh, wow, it is beautiful.
You know, I love these lights.
There was one Christmas
that Kendall and I
put fairy lights on the wall
in the shape of a tree.
It's still our favorite
Christmas tree yet.
Have you always
been so creative?
I think I developed
my creativity muscle
when I had Kendall.
I always wanted her to feel...
loved and inspired
at home, you know?
Well, you definitely
accomplished that.
Thank you.
I hope so.
Home is so important.
Yeah.
So...
Hmm. Yeah?
Hello... new friend.
I'm sorry.
Did I embarrass you?
No.
I liked that
"Figuring out who we are
publicly" line.
Really?
Yeah.
It's a little more
private out here.
Yeah. It is.
Emma?
Kendall needs you inside.
Kendall...
Oh, my...
You're the best person
in the whole wide world,
and I love you tons.
Do you love me?
I love you more than tons.
Will you marry me?
Yes.
Yes, I will!
Guys, how exciting!
I'm so proud of you!
Hey. There you are.
I've been looking for you.
Yeah, well, you found me.
How're you doing?
How am I doing?
I think
the jury's still out on that.
Yeah, that was...
definitely a surprise.
Yeah. Bit of a surprise.
Yeah!
Mom. Look at my shirt!
Aw.
Oh, wow. Honey,
those are quite something.
Show her the ring, too.
Oh, yeah... look.
Oh. Oh, honey...
that is, that is beautiful.
Good job, buddy.
Yeah. It was your idea.
It was his idea!
Uh... I mean,
Come on, Kendall.
Let's go and get our own toast.
Cool.
Yeah, we get our own toast.
That's nice, honey.
Uh...
just...
This was your idea?
No. It was not my idea.
He was playing the claw machine,
he wanted to win something
for her,
we started talking
about love, I said,
"Hey! You should get
that toy ring.
Women love jewelry,"
and next thing I know,
he's here, proposing to her.
I had no idea
that he had planned to do that.
It's actually kind of incredible
that he did that all on his own.
Well, you know what would have
been incredible
if somebody would've just
spoken to me about it first,
that's all, you know?
- Yes. Yeah.
- Yeah.
He definitely should have
mentioned something beforehand,
but spontaneity
is kind of romantic.
No. No, no, no.
We don't do spontaneity
in our life, okay?
I can't just...
improvise with Kendall.
Unexpected events like this
completely throw her off.
Okay, yeah.
Now I can't miss
the toast, I guess.
No.
Yeah, I want a candy table
like Cousin Cheryl had.
Mm-hmm. Yeah.
Hello?
- I'm in the kitchen!
- Okay, bye.
Oh...
She texted me.
I came over.
Grandma!
I'm getting married!
Honey, congratulations.
Oh!
Grandma...
I want to get married
in a place like this...
like something
Monet would paint.
Well, honey, I think
it's gonna be wonderful.
Right, Em?
Yeah... uh, sweetie,
I just can't even think
about the wedding right now.
The big news of the engagement
is just,
it's enough for me tonight.
I'm gonna go call Sarah.
Okay, honey.
Do I need to put a little
something else in your mug?
I can't believe it.
Mom...
I mean, I-I thought about this,
like, 15 years ago,
when adulthood
was, like, a theoretical,
but then, just, you know,
the years go by,
but then you just think
that couldn't,
that wouldn't happen.
- Because why not?
- Well, I don't know.
Let's start with the basics.
Where are they gonna live?
Am I gonna just gonna put Brad
into Kendall's room,
and what are they going to do
in that room?
I mean, who's gonna talk
to them about protection,
and who's gonna make sure
that they use it?
And how is Kendall
going to figure out life
as a,
I can't even say it.
A wife?
No, it's not gonna be easy.
But you got to admit,
she's grown a lot lately.
Yeah.
Yeah, yeah, she has, Mom,
she's grown,
but you and I both know
that I still make
her schedule for her,
I take her to her appointments,
I still make sure there are
three bags of frozen nuggets
in the freezer at all times,
and I'm not complaining,
you know that.
This has been my life
since day one,
to love and to protect her,
but I cannot
feel her emotions for her.
I-I can't feel
her pain or her hurt,
or her disappointment, I can't...
What about love?
Oh...
Hmm?
Honey, there is so much truth
in what you're saying.
And you have shielded her
and cared for her
and protected her
against anything
that could ever harm her,
but you cannot
protect her from love.
Now, think about it...
do you really want to?
Kendall?
Oh, I want to be happy
for you, honey...
I do.
Luke, can you
send the partners a link
to Tanner Blake's portfolio?
Sure.
So, how's yours coming along?
Excuse me, I just...
It's a reminder
to check on my daughter
and my mother.
I mean,
not that I don't trust them,
but I've been out of the loop,
and I really need
to get back in that loop again.
You know how it is
when you just...
Ah. T.M.I.
Sorry. I-I think,
in fact, I know,
that you will love
what I have to show you...
about this project.
It...
Are you sure
you have enough room
on your plate right now?
You seem awfully...
involved.
No. He's nothing.
It's just a client.
The client!
The one that I'm designing
my... his project.
I'm designing his project.
Oh, great.
Great.
Don't give me that judgey look.
I'm not giving you
a judgey look.
And who's Tanner Blake?
Of course she has to consider
other candidates
for the position,
but I can tell you
but 20-something Tanner
with way too much hair gel,
he's got nothing on you.
Right.
A lot of hair gel.
Oh, no.
Hmm?
Well, my mom took Kendall
to get her ring sized.
Ring. Ring sized?
Like, "ring" ring?
From Brad?
Yeah, I just...
You know, I can't talk about it
right now.
Yeah, but this is... I mean,
it's a good thing, right?
I don't know. You know what?
I'm gonna just, um...
gonna head out early,
gonna get Kendall.
Sure.
Oh...
That looks heavy, Mom.
Ah, well, it is, a little.
But you know what else is heavy?
Relationships.
Right? They can be very heavy,
emotionally.
Don't you think?
I guess.
Yeah, and so before
you get into a relationship,
you need to try to figure out
how they work.
Like marriage,
marriage is the biggie.
Oh, yeah.
I can't wait
to get married to Brad.
He already booked the minister.
We can get married next month.
Wow! So soon.
Okay, 'cause marriage
is something
that you need
to take your time with, right?
And you and Brad, I think,
you need to get to know
each other a little bit more.
There's so many things
that you can discover
about each other
and about relationships
before you get married.
- Mom.
- Yes?
You're talking a lot.
I know. I know.
I just, I want you to...
I want you to wait
and take your time
before you get married.
I want you to have time for,
for therapy
and to-to get some support.
Mom?
What?
Can we look? Please?
You really want to?
Yeah.
Come on.
These are all so pretty.
They sure are beautiful, honey.
Oh, and there's so many more
over there. Look.
It's just like Cinderella.
Yeah. Sure.
What?
You thought you could
do this without me?
Oh... clever girl,
texting Grandma.
Well, here we are.
Let's get started.
Oh... just try this one.
Oh!
No. No.
I love it, Mom.
It's beautiful, honey.
Can we get it?
This is pricey,
and needs to be ordered.
It will take
at least six months to make.
Maybe longer, for a...
special size.
"Special size"?
Excuse me.
Can I speak to you,
just for a moment?
Hey. Hey.
Hey, you okay?
She's nasty.
She is nasty.
Brad would hug her.
I don't want to hug her.
Me neither.
But I loved that dress.
Do you love it too, Mom?
I do.
I do.
You looked so beautiful.
And you know what?
Six months isn't that long.
It's half a whole year.
Most people plan their weddings
for a really long time.
Cheryl waited a whole year
to get married
after she got engaged.
- She did?
- She did!
Well, good news.
We got the rudeness discount,
25% off.
Grandma rocks!
She does indeed.
So, what do you say, honey?
Half a whole year is okay...
I guess.
Okay. Why don't you go
get your jacket?
Excuse me?
You were kind of mean to me.
But Brad says
we should love everyone
no matter what.
Maybe it's not your fault.
Maybe people
are mean to you too.
I'm sorry.
This stinks!
Stop being mad.
Yeah, stop being mad, Brad.
I am not mad.
I'm just sad.
Are you glad, too?
Mad, glad, sad, Brad!
It's not Kendall's fault.
It is her mom's fault.
Why does she want us
to wait until forever?
It's not forever.
It's only half a year.
Why don't you ask your dad?
Maybe he'll let us
get married right away.
I don't talk to my dad.
Why not?
He's busy.
Yeah, he's busy.
You could text him.
Yeah, Kendall,
why don't you text your dad
and let him know
how much love...
that we have?
Or send him a letter.
I don't know where his house is.
How come?
Don't you like him?
I love him.
Tons.
Then... email him.
Yeah! Email.
Look, we just had
computer class.
Hey.
I'm sorry!
Oh. H-hi. Um...
I did not mean to scare you.
Oh, my gosh.
Is it okay if I don't get up?
I know this is a weird way
to work,
but it's helping out
my poor old-lady back.
No, no, of course.
I'll come down and join you.
Okay.
Oh.
Okay.
Hi.
Hi.
So I-I texted you
a couple times.
Uh...
yeah, yeah,
I'm sorry about that.
It's just been such a whirlwind.
Right. Yeah, yeah. No.
Uh, mother-of-the-bride stuff...
- Mm-hmm.
- I heard Brad said
that the whole wedding
got pushed six months?
Yep.
He's pretty bummed about it.
I know that,
but it's for the best.
Is it?
Is there something
you'd like to say?
Okay, maybe it gives them
a little extra time.
Right.
Actually, that's what
I wanted to talk to you about.
Your community therapists,
I really think that
Brad and Kendall
should get
some premarital counseling.
Oh... that's not
a terrible idea.
Gee, thanks for your enthusiasm.
Oh! Sorry.
No, that was
100% my own baggage.
I actually wanted to get therapy
before my wedding,
but my whole family, you know,
they were judging me,
like, "what do you need
therapy for?"
You know, it's...
"Marriage, it's easy."
Ha. Maybe for people like, uh,
Six-Pack and old Three-Sheets,
obviously.
And it's really not gonna
be easy for Brad and Kendall.
They have known each other
such a short time,
and he hasn't even seen her when
she's emotionally disregulated.
Is that the technical term
for...?
Meltdown!
- Right.
- I am,
I am happy for them,
don't get me wrong, I am,
it's just that...
relationships
are difficult enough for anyone.
Right?
Mm-hmm.
And-and, actually,
speaking of that...
Yeah?
See, when a man
almost kisses a woman
and then she...
doesn't text him back...
Was it my breath?
Or...?
- Yes.
- I knew it!
I knew I shouldn't have had
the garlic grilled cheese.
It's always, always a mistake.
Yeah.
Now, honestly,
it... the radio silence
wasn't about the almost-kiss.
I swear.
I've been adjusting.
Okay.
Well, that's good, because...
I would like us
to follow through on that
at some point.
You know, if you think
that there's a chance.
There's a chance.
Just maybe not right now.
I mean, I'm just, I'm not really
dressed for romance.
I think you look lovely.
I think I'm gonna get
back under the table.
- To work!
- Okay.
I did not mean that
to sound so suggestive.
- You sure?
- I really didn't!
You need to go.
- All right.
- Yeah.
No, no. I'll go. All right.
Gonna work.
Okay. I'm going.
- Wait, what session was it?
- Friday.
Well, I-I'm sure
that they paid her, Mom.
You just... you just forgot.
- Okay.
- Wait a minute.
She didn't record it
as a deposit.
Hold on.
Thattagirl. There we go.
She sent a thank-you email
with a receipt.
I just have to remind her
to keep track of it.
Okay, great. I'll mark it
off in the books.
Oh, Kendall...
- What?
- She sent an email to Todd.
Don't read it!
Well, I certainly am
gonna read it!
Are you crazy? I gotta go.
"Hi, Dad.
It's Kendall.
I'm your daughter."
"Do you remember me?"
Oh, Kenny.
"Do you remember me?"
I love you.
I know that.
He didn't reply.
And my battery is almost gone.
He will.
When?
I'll email him.
No.
What if he doesn't come?
Why wouldn't he come?
He didn't come for my birthdays
or my graduation.
Maybe he's in the hospital.
My parents were.
Do you think he's sick?
Is he gonna die?
I didn't say that.
But your parents died!
I didn't mean that.
No. I don't want my dad to die.
No, no.
You don't like my hugs anymore?
No!
Do you still
want to get married?
- No!
- Fine, then!
I don't want to get married
to you either.
Fine. Then leave me alone.
I will!
I'll leave you alone!
Kendall's phone.
Kendall?
Kendall!
Kendall!
Sweetheart, why aren't
you answering your phone?
Please call me back. Okay?
Emma?
What's wrong?
I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
Brad, honey,
it's not your fault.
Nobody's blaming you, buddy.
Did she say where she was going?
No. She just wanted
to be alone.
How do we know what bus it was?
I checked the schedule.
It would have been the 20.
You know what I'm gonna do?
I'm gonna go
to the end of the bus line,
and see,
maybe she got off there.
Okay, I'm gonna take him home.
Are you sure
you're okay by yourself?
Yeah, I'm not alone.
I've got my mom.
Okay.
Hey, come on.
I messed up.
It's okay.
It's okay, bud.
She's gonna be okay.
Okay. Okay.
That was the bus driver.
He didn't recognize her.
He doesn't know if she got on,
or where she would've
gotten off.
She could be anywhere.
I just spoke to the neighbors,
and they're gonna
wait at the house,
in case she shows up there.
Okay. Okay.
We're gonna check the park.
- Yeah.
- And the Arts District.
- Okay.
- This is what I was afraid of.
This is what I was terrified of!
I know, honey.
I had to file
an Endangered Missing Persons
report for my daughter,
who I have not
let out of my sight
for 22 years.
I know.
I know, hon.
She could be hurt!
Or somebody could have
taken her,
or she could be,
she could be...
They're gonna find her.
They'll find her.
They'll find her.
Yeah. They'll find her.
Oh! Oh, oh, okay.
It's the police.
The police.
It's the police.
Hello?
Kendall!
Mom!
Hi. Hi.
Oh, my gosh.
Oh, honey.
Are you okay?
I got on the wrong bus.
I know.
- Scared.
- I know, sweetheart.
I know.
But you're safe, okay?
I've got you.
You're okay.
She finally asked someone
to borrow their phone
and called 911.
Thank God.
I'm just glad everything
turned out all right.
Doesn't always, you know.
Yes. Of course.
Thank you for everything.
All right.
Hey. Kendall.
Hi, Nic.
Hi. I'm so happy to see you.
Is Brad okay?
He's okay now that he knows
you're okay.
Can I talk to you
for a moment, Nic?
Yeah.
Just, uh...
How are you holding up?
I just need to get us all home,
and then I'll be fine.
Yeah. I'm so glad she's okay.
Um, I was gonna bring Brad,
you know,
but I told him
we'll talk about it tomorrow.
No. No.
That's not gonna happen, Nic.
Oh, I'm sorry,
I didn't mean to...
No, no, it's just
Brad and Kendall are not gonna
be seeing each other
for a while.
Is that fair?
I mean, yes, he left her alone,
but you know, he can
learn from his mistakes, and...
Okay, look, I appreciate
you defending him.
I do.
But I have to look out
for Kendall.
All the time.
And you will never understand
what it's like on a daily basis
to have to make
every tough decision on my own,
so I'd appreciate you
not throwing the word "fair"
around so lightly.
Okay.
And you need to have some faith.
Faith?
I have always had
faith in my daughter.
Faith in them.
You know what?
I can't do this...
right now.
Kendall? Sweetie.
Let's get you home, okay?
Okay.
Come on.
We're gonna get you home,
all right?
Hey, Luke.
Uh, no, I'm at home.
I'm watching Kendall paint.
Or not paint.
What?
Really?
Oh. No, no, no, no, no,
just thank you for telling me.
And of course,
I can't blame Amy for it.
I mean,
she has to hire somebody.
Hold on.
My mom's here.
She texted me.
Asked me to take her to lunch
instead.
Oh.
Brad?
Come on, buddy. Sit up.
Come on.
Sit up. Sit up. Get up.
I swung by the T-shirt shop.
They said you haven't
been there all week.
So I thought I'd swing by,
bring your favorite food.
Kendall liked pizza.
A lot.
Look, it's gonna be okay.
All right?
I promise.
I don't wanna be okay,
not without Kendall.
I know.
No, you don't.
Oh, I know.
Remember Lisa?
She left.
And you were real sad.
Yes. I was.
And I didn't want
anyone to tell me
that I was gonna be okay,
because...
Well, because...
the pain that I felt
was the last bit
of the love that we had,
and if that pain went away,
it would mean that the love
would be gone too, so...
Are you still sad?
I am.
But not because of Lisa.
Thanks, buddy.
Wow.
Hi, Mom.
Hello.
Where is she?
In her room.
Seriously, Mom.
How long are you
gonna stay mad at me?
I haven't decided yet.
Look, the conservatorship
was set up
not only to protect
Kendall's art money,
but to protect her, period.
I made the right decision.
- You need to see something.
- Not now, Mom.
Yes, now.
Absolutely now.
Honey, can we come in
for a minute?
I just want to show your mom
your new painting.
Oh...
Fix this, Emma.
Honey?
Can you take these off?
We need to talk, K.
What for?
Because I want to know
how you feel,
how you really feel.
How come love is not enough?
What?
I heard you say that to Grandma.
What does it mean?
Oh. Uh...
well, it means obviously
love is... is incredible...
but-but it's just an emotion,
and emotions, they don't...
they don't always
tell you the truth.
But Brad said sorry,
like a million times.
Why can't we get married?
Oh... honey.
Listen.
Marriage is full of
so many things,
and love is one of them,
but you gotta trust me,
it is not enough
when you start facing challenges
and when-when problems come...
Not for you.
What? What do you mean?
Mom, you don't have to worry.
Me and Brad won't
run out of love
like you and Dad did.
Oh...
Kendall...
Dad said that he loved us
and he still left.
I know.
I feel sad for him.
For him?
Yeah.
Look at all the cool stuff
we've done.
He missed out on all of the fun.
You're right.
You're right.
And being your mom has been
the funnest thing ever.
I know.
Mm-hmm.
But I'm still mad at you.
Hey.
You know, when she was born,
I had no idea
how I was gonna handle
all the responsibility.
Yeah.
I remember.
You were scared to death.
But I loved her
from the moment I saw her.
And when I held her, I knew...
that I was gonna do everything
I could to protect her,
to keep her safe...
to make sure that nothing
ever happened to her.
And you know what?
I succeeded.
Because nothing will
ever happen to her now.
Oh, honey, you are Kendall's
biggest champion,
and I can't tell you
the number of times
I've heard you say to someone,
"Just treat her
like you'd treat anyone else."
I don't know anymore, Mom.
Honey, I know
this is hard on you.
And God knows...
marriage isn't easy for anyone.
But you have got to live
by your words,
because they're right.
And you have got to give Kendall
the chance to succeed, or fail,
just like you would
with anyone else.
Yeah.
- Thanks, Mom.
- Yeah.
Emma?
Yep.
Yes?
Listen, I wanted to apologize
for how everything worked out.
You really are very talented,
and you have an amazing eye
for texture.
That tree trunk coffee table?
So quirky and delightful.
Uh...
Wait a minute.
How did you...?
I canceled the walk-through.
Yes, but your friend,
sorry, client,
uh, called me
and showed me around.
- He did?
- Seriously,
if anything else opens up,
you're my person for the job.
I mean it, Emma.
You've really got something.
Thank you.
You guys, thank you so much.
Thank you.
Yes!
Hi.
Hi!
So... good news?
Great news.
They love it.
Love your showroom.
- Oh!
- And they're gonna invest.
That is great news.
Yes, it is.
Is that...?
No. Salads.
I don't know how much more
cheese my arteries can take.
Right.
Hey, why don't we grab a seat?
Okay.
I wanted to thank you
for what you did with Amy.
I just thought that your work
really deserves to be seen.
Well, thanks to you,
it was seen,
and that's enough for me.
Great.
Look, while we're sitting here,
breaking...
lettuce, uh,
I just wanted to get something
off my chest.
I'm really sorry
for rushing things between
Kendall and Brad,
and you and me and everything.
I just...
Thanks for that.
I appreciate it.
Yep.
I feel like
I owe you an explanation...
but it's really hard
to explain
why I am the way I am
unless you've been
where I've been
with Kendall and her father.
I know.
Or rather, I don't,
but I... I understand.
So here's the thing.
I have fought the stereotypes
that have been put on Kendall
her whole life,
but there is one thing
that is true about her.
She is capable of way more love
than anyone could ever even
imagine possible.
So what are you saying?
What I'm saying is that I'm...
I'm gonna have to trust
that the love
that they have for each other
to gonna be able to...
to see them through
all the many challenges
that they're gonna face.
And it's a little bit scary.
Well, here's to stepping
into the unknown.
With both feet.
With both feet.
Yes.
Look at that.
Isn't it amazing?
Hi, Kendall!
Hi, Kendall's Mom.
Hi.
Why are you all here?
Did you buy tickets
for them too?
Actually, I did.
Your mom also got
the gallery to do this.
It's my painting.
Brad?
Hi, Kendall.
I'm so sorry.
Me too.
I missed you.
I miss you too.
I love you.
I love you too.
Way to go, you two!
So, Brad has something that
he wants to talk to you about.
Oh. All right.
I promise that I will
take care of Kendall.
That's super sweet,
but we'll take care
of each other.
And we'll ask for help
when we need it.
And we will be there to help you
whenever you need it, buddy.
So do we have permission
to get married, Mom?
Hoo. Well...
normally, I would say yes,
but you are a hugger, right?
- Yes, I am.
- Yeah, okay. Okay.
Now, I am not gonna force you,
but I strongly
am going to encourage you
to take the relationship
counseling courses
before and after you're married.
I'll take any classes
in the world to be with Brad.
And me too.
And we have
made it really easy for you
to take those classes,
because...
because
we have reserved a townhouse
just for you two.
We could have a garden!
Just like the one
in the painting!
I can't believe it.
We'll have our own home.
And, Kendall, honey...
I thought you might want
to put this back on.
Thanks, Mom.
I love you so much, honey.
Love you.
Emma.
Hey, Todd.
Come on in.
Sorry about all of this.
They're not the neatest,
but then what kids are, right?
Kendall was always very neat.
She still is.
Yeah, um...
look, um, I'm really sorry
that I didn't respond
to her email.
Me too.
She still wants you
to come to the wedding, though.
She does?
I mean...
that's actually happening?
It is.
And she wants you there,
so I'm here
to personally invite you.
Uh...
well, that's really nice
of you, Em.
You misunderstand.
I'm here
to personally invite you,
because if
I send you the invite,
you'll either not respond
or say "yes" and not show up,
and I can't have you doing that
to our daughter
on the most important day
of her life.
You have no idea
what she has been through
to get here.
I'll come.
Good.
And wear a tie.
I don't even own a tie, Emma.
Then, Todd, buy one.
Come on, ladies.
I'm dying of motherly
anticipation out here.
You may enter!
Oh...
Sweetheart.
You are an absolute vision.
Why are you crying?
Oh, I just...
I never imagined
this day would come.
I did.
You need to be
more like me, Mom.
I know.
I know I do.
I will try, I promise.
Good job.
Kendall!
Come on.
Who gives this woman
to be married to this man?
I do.
And now Kendall and Brad
will speak the vows
that they've written themselves.
Brad?
Kendall,
my mom told me when I was young,
a miracle
is something that can't happen,
but it does anyway.
You are my miracle.
When I'm lost in the dark,
you light up the way for me.
I will always love you.
And I will never, ever
gonna let you
get on any bus
without me,
like, ever again.
You are my best friend.
You are my inspiration.
You remind me of the painting
"Starry Night,"
because you are shiny
and full of stars.
I love you, Brad.
Forever.
Can he be my husband now?
Definitely.
By the power vested in me,
I now pronounce you
husband and wife.
You may kiss your bride.
And for the very first time,
I present to you
Mr. and Mrs.
Bradley and Kendall Garrison.
Whoo-hoo!
She really is amazing,
isn't she?
Yes, she really is.
Look, you probably
don't want it,
but I was thinking
I could help out financially
with all of this, if you want?
No, I do want it.
Yeah.
But listen.
Whatever happens...
I just wanted you to know
it's okay.
It's not okay.
I should've been there, Em.
For all the Christmases,
all the birthdays...
I mean, we're okay.
I'm trying to look at life
like Kendall does now.
And when I do,
I realize that our life
has been wonderful,
and that it's so full
of possibilities.
Thanks, Em.
Ooh
I had a dream
So big and loud
I jumped so high
I touched the clouds
Whoa, oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Whoa
Oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
I stretched my hands
out to the sky
Excuse me.
It's just a dance.
I was kind of hoping for a kiss.
Please don't wake me now
Whoo-whoo-ooh
This is gonna be
The best day of my life
My li-i-i-i-ife
Whoo-ooh
This is gonna be
The best day of my life
My li-i-i-i-ife
And done.
Oh, honey...
it's perfect.
Your work keeps getting better.
I'm not as good as Matisse.
Well, not yet.
Can we see it?
Sure.
Oh... how lovely!
You made it look
like Mortimer was smiling.
He was smiling.
You're right.
You're amazing,
do you know that?
Thank you.
I'm happy you like it.
You can pay me online
on my website.
Sure.
I can do that now,
if you'd like
to help me with it?
- Okay.
- Kay.
All right, sweetie.
Oh, would you look at that?
Who knew such beautiful work
could be done by a...
by, you know,
someone like...
My daughter?
Like... your daughter's
type of people.
My daughter's type of people
are capable of even more
that you can imagine.
And Kendall prefers
to be talked with
instead of talked about.
Unless you want
to talk to about sports.
So boring.
When you twist your face
like that,
you kind of look like a Picasso.
But I really like Picasso.
Me too.
Picasso, huh?
So, what do you think,
ice cream, is it
a rocky road kind of day, or...?
No way. Butter pecan.
Butter pecan? Again?
Where are all your spoons,
honey?
Mom put them on the wall.
Oh.
I'd be annoyed
if I wasn't so impressed.
Mom, don't forget
to bring the check today.
The last installment
on her cooking class is due.
And tomorrow's our banquet.
Did you work everything out
with Sarah?
Yeah. She's making the meatballs
and I'm making the sauce.
Good for you.
- Is this it?
- Uh, no.
That is for Kendall's
painting account.
I have $2,000.
Not that you'll be allowed
to use any of it.
I can't handle mumbling
in the morning.
Oh, fine.
I'll mumble about
your daughter's independence
at dusk.
Grandma's funny.
I know.
She should do stand-up.
Oh, there's an idea.
I'm gonna go get my phone.
Ohh. Here it is.
Okay.
You know, Todd should really be
paying more support.
Mom, please don't bring him up.
Oh, so we should give him credit
for paying as little as he could
for as short a time as he did?
It's guilt money.
Easier to spend money than time.
Anyway... it doesn't matter,
because we have a plan.
Don't we, K?
Yep.
Mom's gonna ask for a promotion.
That's great, honey!
Thank you.
But you know what?
Don't throw any parties,
because Amy wants a portfolio,
and, currently, I have squat.
Invite her over
and show her the wind chimes
made out of bottle caps.
You know what?
We drank a lot of seltzer
that weekend, didn't we, K?
And burped a lot.
And burped a lot.
You really are
so talented, honey.
You deserve this.
Thanks, Mom.
Mom's like H.A. Schult.
He makes art out of trash.
Thank you, honey.
I think.
And, uh, thank you, Mom,
for doing all of this,
because I know it's not exactly
how you wanted
to spend your retirement.
This is exactly
how I wanted to spend
my so-called golden years.
Plus, if there's time
for a promotion,
maybe there's time for a date.
That is my cue.
Honey, let's have a hug.
Oh... wow.
You're wearing lipstick.
It looks good.
Thanks, Mom.
Okay.
Bye, honey.
Bye.
Hi, Luke.
Hey, hey, hey.
Have you talked to Amy yet?
No, she's been busy all morning.
Well, she's, she's right there.
- I know, but she probably...
- Go on. Go talk to her.
Okay. Okay.
Um, Amy?
Amy. Amy!
Uh, d-did you read the email
on the Gillman proposal?
I did. Thanks, Emma.
The numbers look good.
Great. That's great.
Everything okay?
Yeah, why wouldn't... it be?
Of course. W-well,
I'm following you around,
I guess. That's why.
Listen, um, I don't know
if you knew this,
but my mother retired recently,
and she's been able
to take my daughter
to all her appointments
and her classes.
I was wondering.
I noticed you've been
doing some overtime lately.
Yeah, it's really taken
the pressure off.
I mean, not that
taking care of Kendall
is kind any of a pressure
or anything like that.
I mean, she's grown so much
over the last few years,
I barely even recognize her.
Anyway, the point is...
my circumstances have changed,
and I know that Emily
is leaving in a few months,
and I would like
to be considered
for the senior designer
position.
Sorry, I mean,
I mean, I'm-I'm genuinely
surprised, Emma.
Well, you and me both.
So...
you been working on a portfolio?
I-I have, yes, yes,
and I will show you something
very soon.
Fantastic.
It's rare to see
a woman of your age
really hold on to that vitality,
you know?
I'm rooting for you!
Thanks, Amy!
Okay, whoa.
D-did she seriously just say
"a woman of your age"?
- I think so.
- Okay.
I may have passed out
for a moment.
No, that's good.
We're good, we're good.
- This is good!
- Is it?
Yeah, no, this is good.
- I can feel it.
- Doesn't feel good.
This is your time, Em.
You're gonna make
senior designer,
and then, on top of that,
you're gonna meet someone.
You know why?
My love radar is blasting
right now!
Let's put a pin in that,
and I am going to surprise
Kendall in her class.
- I love that
- Yep. Yep.
- Em! Em? Hey, Em!
- Uh-huh?
This is your time.
- Oh, it's my time.
- It's your time!
- It's my time.
- Yes!
Excuse me.
Ah, what a nice surprise.
Hi, Janie. Hi, James.
Did class finish early?
We made spaghetti.
It was pretty good.
Not delicious.
But it was good.
Well, that is high praise,
coming from you, James.
I think it's great
that you've been
letting your mom bring
Kendall in, by the way.
Yeah, I've been trying
to loosen the reins a bit.
Hey, Kendall's Mom.
Hi, Sarah.
Kendall made me make meatballs.
And you did a great job.
Don't like the way they feel.
Sticky.
They are sticky!
Anyways,
you just missed Kendall.
She stepped outside.
They stepped outside.
Yeah, yeah... they did.
Okay, guys, no teasing.
They just can't help themselves.
I'm, I'm sorry.
Where is she, exactly?
Uh... she's right over there.
Who is that?
That's Brad.
Kendall's boyfriend.
What?
Yeah... boyfriend?
Yuck!
Oh.
Wow.
Ooh... kissy-kissy.
Oh, Emma.
I thought you knew.
I just assumed your mother...
You never assume anything
about my mother.
And then, Brad
joined the class six weeks ago,
and we liked each other
right away.
Oh, but, honey, how about
if you just...
you know maybe you could try to
be friends for a little while?
We are friends.
I know, I know, but what if...
Monet had a girlfriend
and he still painted.
So why am I in trouble?
Oh, honey,
you're not in trouble.
You're not,
but I am.
Maybe.
I just think it would
have been really nice
if Grandma had mentioned
that you like someone.
Really like someone.
I really, really like Brad.
I really like him, too.
But he's my boyfriend, Grandma.
I'll remember that.
What do you like
about Brad, honey?
So many things.
He's really funny.
He's also really kind to me.
Brad's the nicest person
I've ever known.
It's Brad.
Can I answer it?
Sure, honey, go ahead.
Hi, Brad!
I miss you too.
22 years.
Oh, here we go.
Yes! Here we go.
22 years,
I managed to avoid this.
You've got her for three months,
and she's making out
in a parking lot?
- You call that "making out"?
- Yeah.
Oh, you really do need a date.
Darling...
Kendall is an adult.
Oh, come on, Mom.
She made it through
the arts program.
She has a job
that she's passionate about.
She's computer-savvy.
She is more organized than I am,
and, as of today,
she makes
a darn fine pasta sauce.
What more do you want?
I want my daughter safe,
emotionally and physically.
It's my job!
Romantic relationships
are difficult enough for anyone,
let alone two kids
with disabilities.
"Challenges."
Okay, you know what?
Don't lecture me
on the correct terminology.
Can I have those pliers, please?
You can't judge
every relationship
by what happened with Todd.
I don't.
I judge it by what happened
with Peter
and the doctor.
Oh, I liked the doctor.
And by the relationship
James' mom had
with that hunky fireman, and...
They are not
running away to Vegas.
They just want to hold
each other's hand
and call each other
"boyfriend" and "girlfriend."
Okay, Mom.
I appreciate you being here.
You're not firing me.
No, I'm not firing you!
I just...
I'm trying to tell you
what it's like for me,
and I just...
it's...
it's my responsibility, okay?
It's my responsibility
to look out for
any potential disaster
in Kendall's life
and then stop them
from happening.
Remember the community pool?
Oh, come on, Mom.
This is like the community pool.
Oh, I don't see the connection.
You were terrified
to take her to that pool.
Yes.
And you took your eyes off her
for one second.
She disappeared.
And just before
we were gonna call the police,
Kendall walks out
of the men's room with that
"what are you all
going crazy for?" face.
She had to go to the bathroom,
and that was the closest one.
She was fine.
We were the ones going crazy.
The banquet is tomorrow night.
Mm-hmm.
And you'll get a chance
to spend some time with Brad,
and see them together.
Don't make a decision
until then.
Okay.
Okay.
Well, you took a risk,
telling that pool story.
Oh, I know, I wasn't sure
I could land that plane.
I like Brad so much.
How will I know when I love him?
Grandma?
- Please enjoy.
- Yeah, go ahead.
Not bad.
What does his T-shirt say?
"The homie
with the extra chromie."
That's actually not bad.
He works part-time
at a T-shirt shop.
Really? A job-job?
- Mm-hmm.
- Like, with responsibility?
You've got questions, ask him.
Okay.
Mom.
Hi, honey.
This is Brad.
He's awesome.
This is my mom.
She's awesome, too.
Hi, Brad!
- Hey.
- Oh! You're a hugger.
That one was for "hello."
Okay.
Wow! I...
You are a good hugger.
Now, that one
is for your sweet, loving,
gorgeous, magnificent daughter.
You know, and now
I've gotta hug you, okay?
Thank you for that.
So...
what about you?
Did you bring any family here
to the dinner?
I don't have any.
I... I am so sorry, Brad.
That must be very difficult.
That's okay.
I have a brother
from another mother...
Oh?
- Nic.
- Yo?
Please come here.
Oh, just one sec. Hey!
Don't even...
Pshew!
Yeah!
And there he goes.
Family, friends,
could you all
take your seats now?
The students are ready
to serve you dinner.
- Ooh!
- Mom, Grandma.
Sit with Nic.
I will be your server.
Oh, we're so lucky.
- Okay.
- Okay, honey.
Uh, after you.
Thank you.
What are you doing, Mom?
Nothing.
I am Kendall's mom, Emma.
This is my mom, Bev,
who apparently loves
playing musical chairs.
Hi.
Hi. Well, it is
a great icebreaker,
although I'm more of
a "Duck-Duck-Goose" man, myself.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
Mm-hmm.
Both. Nice to meet you.
And so, yeah, his parents
were friends with my family,
and after the accident,
he was kind of on his own.
That's literally
my worst nightmare.
It was rough,
but he's as resilient
as anyone I know.
And he does really well.
He's in the group home,
he's got a part-time gig
at the T-shirt shop,
and he's a master
of the bus maps.
And apparently, he has you.
Actually, we have each other,
really.
And my whole extended family
has really taken him in,
and we get together
a few times a month,
and we do movies,
and, you know, do dinner.
And so, no one at home minds
that you're out
all those nights?
Mom, please.
If I am away for
more than three nights a week,
my Roomba starts
zipping around the house,
knocking down chairs.
Coincidence? I think not.
Well... the kids
did a good job.
They did, yeah.
It's simple... tasty.
"Simple"? I can't even
make a grilled cheese.
No, I'm serious!
I've got a loyalty card
to the Cheesemobile.
I'm there, like,
three days a week.
It's in the arts district.
- District. Yes!
- Oh, my goodness.
The grilled macaroni and cheese
with bacon?
Wait. Have you had it
with jalapeos?
- No!
- Oh, you should, it's so good.
Trust me. Do it.
Okay.
Sounds... spicy
Oh... look!
He really does
have the biggest heart
of anyone I know.
Seems sweet.
So... do you think
that they could move beyond
the "just best friends"?
Do you think
they could be dating?
Did she ask you to ask me?
I mean, am I being set up here?
Poor kid.
She actually thinks that
you value your mother's opinion.
Well, what about if they just
did chaperoned dates?
Could that work?
Mom, please?
Yes.
She said yes!
She looks so happy.
She does.
Could they walk any slower?
I think they are extending
their first date
for as long as possible.
That was fun.
- It was fun.
- Yeah.
Okay, so, love is love,
but I am not
gonna miss my shows.
I'm just gonna
"chaperone" them along.
- Oh, okay.
- Good idea.
Well, um, this is me.
Right. This is me.
Oh.
"Martin Estates"?
Are you like a landlord
or something?
No, I am a developer.
Mostly condos and apartments,
but my latest development
is actually really cool.
If you do say so yourself.
- I do, actually.
- Mm.
And Brad helped inspire it.
- Really?
- Yeah.
It's an intentional community
for adults
with different challenges.
You know, so community support,
housing, medical staff.
Wow.
So, there'd be jobs too?
Well, that's the plan.
You know, live, work, play.
You should come by sometime.
Like, check it out.
That would be great.
I'd love to check you...
it, uh...
the development... out.
Right.
Um, okay, then.
Oh, here. Here.
I'll be here. You can...
check me out.
Oh, great. That's great.
Great.
Hey, everyone!
Brad, it was so lovely
to meet you tonight. Oh!
Oh, so nice to meet you too.
Group hug!
Okay!
You did so well today.
Yeah.
It's so big.
Yeah, well, the towers
are for private residences,
but down here's where
I'm planning
the intentional community.
Right, right and when they're
ready for more independence,
- they can...
- Wow!
I just...
just got the jalapeo.
Yup! And they're good, right?
It is good!
Thank you for this,
- Of course.
- sandwich.
You're coming for lunch,
I wanted to make sure
you got lunch.
Yeah.
But, yeah, so,
people who can manage
more independence...
Right.
We have these townhomes.
They're pretty large
for one person.
Well, no, I mean,
it would be for roommates,
or, potentially, couples.
Hmm.
Yeah. And then there'd also be
a community center, you know,
with offices for on-site staff
and a community connector...
Nic, this is amazing.
I saw this need in Brad, and...
It's not just for Brad, though.
Can you imagine how many
families would be so grateful
for a community like this,
whose kids need more
than they have to offer,
or who are just too advanced
to be stuck at home?
Like Kendall?
Oh, no, no, no. She's got me,
but there are so many people
who need this, Nic! You rock!
Oh! Ow!
Oh, sorry, I get excited.
No, I need people
to be excited, you know?
I mean, maybe not
"punch me" excited,
but it's... it's great.
- Yeah.
- Yeah.
I'm just really trying
to keep it affordable,
so people can-can pay
according to their abilities,
but I do need investors
to put some money up soon,
because, yeah uh,
not-for-profit communities
actually live up to their name.
They're not very profitable.
So then, why do it?
I mean, why you?
Because of Brad.
Oh.
Well, do you, um,
have a-a show home, or a...?
Almost, yeah.
- Almost. "Almost"?
- Yeah.
Yeah, it's just not quite
ready to show yet.
Why not?
I'll show ya.
Okay.
Well, it certainly
provides a blank canvas
for people
to use their imaginations on.
Yeah. I know, it's just...
I've been really focused
on financing,
and I just got distracted,
but I got a bunch of furnishings
down at the Kaley development.
I'm gonna bring them out
and set it up. It'll be good.
Do you think
that's right for this home?
What do you mean?
Well, young people today have
a real sense of personal style.
I mean, Kendall has a Pinterest
board for everything,
and-and they just want to have
something that speaks to them,
and it...
is that a plastic plant?
Yep.
Yeah, so that has to go.
- Oh...
- And then what you want
maybe is, um,
some zero-maintenance succulents
on a, on a sideboard,
that's made from
some upcycled wooden planks,
and then you make sure
that the space
is really nostalgic
and light and youthful and fun,
and... am I talking too much?
You are not talking too much.
Just don't hit me again.
I actually love it.
You know what?
I'm getting advice from
a real interior designer.
Well, assistant,
who aspires to be a designer.
Right.
In fact...
if you provide the materials,
then I can do my thing.
Oh...
I'm not gonna let you
do it for free, so...
No! No, no, no.
It would actually help me,
because I can use it
as my real-life portfolio,
and...
I really believe in this place.
I want to help.
All right. Deal.
Deal.
All right.
Okay. First task. Go.
This, this, we're gonna
donate Mr. Plastic Plant, okay?
- Okay.
- Recycling bin.
Okay.
How do I look?
You look beautiful.
So beautiful.
You know what?
While we wait
for Brad to get here,
let's decide
what we want to see first.
- Mom.
- Yes?
It's a date.
It's for two people, not three.
No, I'm gonna
be chaperoning you.
From out here.
Kendall!
Hey, Brad!
Hey!
Um...
Mom. Go.
Oh. Right. Okay. All right.
Hey. How's it going?
Oh, Nic. Hey.
I didn't expect to see you here.
Oh, just thought
I'd drop off Brad, you know,
so he's not late for the date.
That was very thoughtful of you.
Ah.
I'm so excited.
Me too!
Mom.
We're going inside.
But I just...
Two, not three.
You can text me.
Help me, please.
Uh, well... we could
shadow-chaperone them,
and just, you know,
keep an eye on them?
Yeah. Good idea.
- All right.
- Yeah.
This painter went to the garden
where Monet painted.
I want to do that.
It's beautiful.
Just like you.
Stop it.
Look at the painting.
But I want
to look at you, though.
I'm serious, Brad.
Look.
Pretty.
Tell me about it.
It feels like
someone should live there.
Totally.
I want to have a garden
just like that.
Me too.
I texted them
to see if they were hungry.
No response.
Maybe we should just go back
and just check in person,
because Kendall forgets to eat
sometimes.
You know what? I think they'll
come out when they're ready.
- I don't know...
- Three words,
fontina, brie, cheddar.
Oh, and don't forget
I also got the nacho fries.
- Are you kidding me?
- I'm not.
- I love these!
- You do?
I do.
I like the way
this painting makes me feel,
like he's gonna cross the bridge
and find new things.
New things can happen.
Yeah. That's good.
So, he left a couple of months
after she was born,
which is, unfortunately,
quite typical.
Not to be sexist, but...
Men are the worst?
That's where you're supposed
to say "not all men."
Oh, okay. Not all men.
Just the one that I married
and the ones I've dated,
and I wouldn't say
that they're the worst,
it's just that they have
a hard time sticking around,
especially
when things get tough.
- Yeah.
- I'm sorry.
And you?
Oh, well, she left, too,
after only six years,
which I know is not nothing,
but in my family,
that's like six minutes.
Everybody has been married
for forever.
That's a lot of pressure.
Sorry. Didn't mean to turn this
into a therapy session.
Are you kidding me?
Two seconds ago,
I threw your entire gender
under the bus.
I think I might have
a little bit of baggage myself.
We're quite the pair, huh?
Mm-hmm.
- I'm just gonna text Kendall.
- Yeah, maybe just...
just see.
No, no, no, no, no, no, no.
Oh, honey, what is it?
Mr. Sawyer canceled.
I have all my paints and brushes
and he's not coming.
Okay, okay, just...
It's not fair.
I was gonna use that money
for Brad's birthday present.
Honey, honey,
remember what we do.
It's not fair, Mom.
It's gonna be fine.
Oh, no.
We do what we always do.
We breathe...
and you're gonna take this,
right, and you're gonna squeeze,
squeeze hard.
And you focus on me.
- No, no, no.
- Honey, you got to calm down.
Just breathe. Breathe.
But, but...
Okay, calm down, calm down.
Calm down. Calm down.
Deep breaths.
I've got you.
We're gonna figure
this thing out, okay?
Are you all right now?
- Yeah.
- Yeah?
But, Mom?
What, honey?
I have all my paints.
And my easel.
And a new canvas!
I know. I know...
I have an idea.
I feel like... is it better
with the jacket off,
or is that...
I'll just do like...
What? Why are you doing that?
No, that looks weird.
"The Thinker."
I don't even... do I do that,
or is it better to kind of,
like, cross my arms,
or sit forward, or...?
No. Can you try to look...
you know, not weird?
What are you laughing at?
I'd like to see you
sit here and pose.
Oh, no, no, no, no, no.
I have posed enough for Kendall.
She's tired of looking at me.
No, that's a good idea, Mom.
Go sit with him. Please?
Okay.
Maybe you can
make him look less weird.
Can you guys sit
a little closer?
You got a little something...
Mm. Should we paint that?
This is amazing.
Seriously, it's...
this is beautiful,
but, I mean...
that's not how we were posed.
I'm an artist, Nic.
I paint what's really there.
Right.
Well, Kendall,
you have a real gift.
I hope you know that.
Thank you.
- Okay, how much do I owe you?
- What?
$50.
- Okay.
- No, honey, he did us a favor.
No, I may have done you a favor,
but I am gonna pay for it,
because I want to keep it.
So I'm gonna send you money
right now, all right?
Also, do you guys like parties?
Cake? Dancing? Lasagna?
Yes, yes... yes.
And no.
That's not bad. All right.
You're gonna come
tomorrow night,
my grandparents are celebrating
their 60th anniversary party,
and they'll have burgers,
so you can skip the lasagna.
I think we would feel out of
place at a family function.
Yeah? Well, Brad'll be there.
We're coming too. Right, Mom?
Right, Mom? Come on.
Please? Doesn't matter.
I already sent you
all the information,
the address is there.
Just wear something...
festive.
Whatever that means...
to you, okay?
And Kendall, seriously,
who doesn't like lasagna?
He paid me extra.
Now I could put 50 in savings
and use the rest
for Brad's birthday present.
You constantly amaze me,
Kendall.
Brad says that too.
Mom?
Yeah?
When you kiss Nic...
do you open your mouth?
What?
Uh... no. No, honey.
We don't kiss.
We're just friends.
And why are you even asking?
Mom.
Hey.
Got some more quarters.
Oh, thank you.
But I think I'm gonna need
more quarters than this.
Why?
Because I need to win
something extremely big,
like, for Kendall,
my girlfriend.
Wow. So, things are really
progressing with you two?
I mean...
Yeah! I love her.
Wow.
What does, uh...
I mean, do you know
what "love" means?
I mean love.
Like, real, true love.
Don't you know
what, uh, love is?
Yeah, no, of course,
of course I do.
I'm just... I just want
to make sure you know.
I mean, love is...
it's just a big deal, you know?
It's not a...
it's not a gooey word.
It's when you trust someone
with your whole heart,
and it also means
that someone could...
could hurt your heart
a little, too.
But Kendall would never
hurt my... hurt my heart.
Like, ever.
I...
I need more quarters.
Okay.
Well, I just want to make sure
that you don't rush things.
Nic.
I know
that you just got
your heart broken...
but don't worry.
I'm here for you.
Plus, my heart
is too big
to break.
You got that right, buddy.
Then trust me, man.
I got this!
I do trust you.
But do you need any help
with Emma?
I might need some help
with Emma, yeah.
Whoa! Check that out.
You know what I think
you should do?
I think you should go
for that ring,
'cause I'll tell you right now,
the one thing women love...
jewelry.
I'll go get some more quarters.
Okay.
So, honey, are you excited?
Yeah, are you?
Well... do you think
we're overdressed?
No.
I'm only wearing one.
Are you wearing two?
No, honey, "overdressed"
means that you're...
- Mom.
- What?
I'm kidding.
Of course you are.
What was I thinking?
- Don't be nervous, Mom.
- All right.
- It'll be fun.
- Ready?
Hi, you guys!
Hi, Nic. We came.
Your dress is beautiful,
Kendall.
Hey, Brad, oh!
There he is.
Wow!
Just wow.
You really do look like
you belong underneath
the Christmas tree.
Thanks, Brad.
You're welcome.
I'm also wearing
the perfume you bought me.
Do you want to smell it?
Mm. Love that smell.
Come on in.
Hi.
Your dress is beautiful.
Oh, it's... it's not too much?
You said festive.
This is the closest
I've got, so...
It's not too much.
You look very festive.
- Come on in.
- Okay.
And I told her,
"60 years with you
has felt like 60 days."
Aww!
Definitely felt
like 60 years to me.
Well, I am a handful.
Hands full
of everything that's good.
Well, I feel
very honored to be here,
and I just, I think
you're both wonderful.
Oh, funny.
That's the word Nic used
to describe you, Emma,
"wonderful."
Yes, it is the word that I used
to describe her work,
but she is also very wonderful.
Yeah, oh...
- excuse us.
- Okay.
Of course.
Oh...
Those are my grandparents.
- They're so sweet.
- Yeah.
Hey-hey! Six-Pack!
- Oh. Prepare yourself...
- Six-Pack!
- Okay.
- for this one.
There he is! Hey!
Uh, Emma.
This is my cousin, Kyle.
Kyle, this is Emma Grant.
Emma is the designer
that I've hired to work.
For zero-point-zero dollars,
so we're kind of throwing around
the word "hired" loosely.
Well, I'm going to pay her
in grilled cheese sandwiches.
Uh, well, Nic and I are friends.
New friends.
We're trying to discover
what that friendship means.
Here, now, publicly,
in front of his entire
extended family, so...
Okay.
You two need a minute
so you can get
your story straight?
He's a funny guy.
He's very funny.
Also, Emma is Kendall's mom,
and Kendall and Brad are dating.
How cool is that?
Brad's in love?
Well, I wouldn't
quite call it "love."
Why don't you tell a guy? Huh?
Where is he?
Oh...
Wow.
What did I tell you?
So...
"Six-Pack," is it beer or abs?
What do you think?
Sorry. It's, uh...
it's actually, uh,
neither of those things.
Okay.
So my grandparents have
been married for 60 years,
my parents for 42 years.
My sister is celebrating
her 18th,
and Kyle's even been
married for 15 years,
and we only made it, you know,
six years, so...
So, um, "Six-Pack."
- So, Six-Pack.
- Yeah.
I guess that makes me, what?
"Three and a Half Sheets
to the Wind"?
I like that. Cheers.
Cheers.
May I have your attention?
I want to thank you all
for coming to celebrate
this beautiful occasion.
Now, we wanted to throw
my grandparents a huge party
at a fancy hotel
with Jim Beam
pouring out of fountains,
but...
instead, they wanted
to celebrate here,
in their home,
which is the perfect symbol
of their 60 years
of loyalty,
laughter...
And lust!
Lust! Of course.
But most importantly...
love.
Everyone...
raise your glass
to Henry and Rose,
and cheers!
Cheers!
Check it out.
Oh, wow, it is beautiful.
You know, I love these lights.
There was one Christmas
that Kendall and I
put fairy lights on the wall
in the shape of a tree.
It's still our favorite
Christmas tree yet.
Have you always
been so creative?
I think I developed
my creativity muscle
when I had Kendall.
I always wanted her to feel...
loved and inspired
at home, you know?
Well, you definitely
accomplished that.
Thank you.
I hope so.
Home is so important.
Yeah.
So...
Hmm. Yeah?
Hello... new friend.
I'm sorry.
Did I embarrass you?
No.
I liked that
"Figuring out who we are
publicly" line.
Really?
Yeah.
It's a little more
private out here.
Yeah. It is.
Emma?
Kendall needs you inside.
Kendall...
Oh, my...
You're the best person
in the whole wide world,
and I love you tons.
Do you love me?
I love you more than tons.
Will you marry me?
Yes.
Yes, I will!
Guys, how exciting!
I'm so proud of you!
Hey. There you are.
I've been looking for you.
Yeah, well, you found me.
How're you doing?
How am I doing?
I think
the jury's still out on that.
Yeah, that was...
definitely a surprise.
Yeah. Bit of a surprise.
Yeah!
Mom. Look at my shirt!
Aw.
Oh, wow. Honey,
those are quite something.
Show her the ring, too.
Oh, yeah... look.
Oh. Oh, honey...
that is, that is beautiful.
Good job, buddy.
Yeah. It was your idea.
It was his idea!
Uh... I mean,
Come on, Kendall.
Let's go and get our own toast.
Cool.
Yeah, we get our own toast.
That's nice, honey.
Uh...
just...
This was your idea?
No. It was not my idea.
He was playing the claw machine,
he wanted to win something
for her,
we started talking
about love, I said,
"Hey! You should get
that toy ring.
Women love jewelry,"
and next thing I know,
he's here, proposing to her.
I had no idea
that he had planned to do that.
It's actually kind of incredible
that he did that all on his own.
Well, you know what would have
been incredible
if somebody would've just
spoken to me about it first,
that's all, you know?
- Yes. Yeah.
- Yeah.
He definitely should have
mentioned something beforehand,
but spontaneity
is kind of romantic.
No. No, no, no.
We don't do spontaneity
in our life, okay?
I can't just...
improvise with Kendall.
Unexpected events like this
completely throw her off.
Okay, yeah.
Now I can't miss
the toast, I guess.
No.
Yeah, I want a candy table
like Cousin Cheryl had.
Mm-hmm. Yeah.
Hello?
- I'm in the kitchen!
- Okay, bye.
Oh...
She texted me.
I came over.
Grandma!
I'm getting married!
Honey, congratulations.
Oh!
Grandma...
I want to get married
in a place like this...
like something
Monet would paint.
Well, honey, I think
it's gonna be wonderful.
Right, Em?
Yeah... uh, sweetie,
I just can't even think
about the wedding right now.
The big news of the engagement
is just,
it's enough for me tonight.
I'm gonna go call Sarah.
Okay, honey.
Do I need to put a little
something else in your mug?
I can't believe it.
Mom...
I mean, I-I thought about this,
like, 15 years ago,
when adulthood
was, like, a theoretical,
but then, just, you know,
the years go by,
but then you just think
that couldn't,
that wouldn't happen.
- Because why not?
- Well, I don't know.
Let's start with the basics.
Where are they gonna live?
Am I gonna just gonna put Brad
into Kendall's room,
and what are they going to do
in that room?
I mean, who's gonna talk
to them about protection,
and who's gonna make sure
that they use it?
And how is Kendall
going to figure out life
as a,
I can't even say it.
A wife?
No, it's not gonna be easy.
But you got to admit,
she's grown a lot lately.
Yeah.
Yeah, yeah, she has, Mom,
she's grown,
but you and I both know
that I still make
her schedule for her,
I take her to her appointments,
I still make sure there are
three bags of frozen nuggets
in the freezer at all times,
and I'm not complaining,
you know that.
This has been my life
since day one,
to love and to protect her,
but I cannot
feel her emotions for her.
I-I can't feel
her pain or her hurt,
or her disappointment, I can't...
What about love?
Oh...
Hmm?
Honey, there is so much truth
in what you're saying.
And you have shielded her
and cared for her
and protected her
against anything
that could ever harm her,
but you cannot
protect her from love.
Now, think about it...
do you really want to?
Kendall?
Oh, I want to be happy
for you, honey...
I do.
Luke, can you
send the partners a link
to Tanner Blake's portfolio?
Sure.
So, how's yours coming along?
Excuse me, I just...
It's a reminder
to check on my daughter
and my mother.
I mean,
not that I don't trust them,
but I've been out of the loop,
and I really need
to get back in that loop again.
You know how it is
when you just...
Ah. T.M.I.
Sorry. I-I think,
in fact, I know,
that you will love
what I have to show you...
about this project.
It...
Are you sure
you have enough room
on your plate right now?
You seem awfully...
involved.
No. He's nothing.
It's just a client.
The client!
The one that I'm designing
my... his project.
I'm designing his project.
Oh, great.
Great.
Don't give me that judgey look.
I'm not giving you
a judgey look.
And who's Tanner Blake?
Of course she has to consider
other candidates
for the position,
but I can tell you
but 20-something Tanner
with way too much hair gel,
he's got nothing on you.
Right.
A lot of hair gel.
Oh, no.
Hmm?
Well, my mom took Kendall
to get her ring sized.
Ring. Ring sized?
Like, "ring" ring?
From Brad?
Yeah, I just...
You know, I can't talk about it
right now.
Yeah, but this is... I mean,
it's a good thing, right?
I don't know. You know what?
I'm gonna just, um...
gonna head out early,
gonna get Kendall.
Sure.
Oh...
That looks heavy, Mom.
Ah, well, it is, a little.
But you know what else is heavy?
Relationships.
Right? They can be very heavy,
emotionally.
Don't you think?
I guess.
Yeah, and so before
you get into a relationship,
you need to try to figure out
how they work.
Like marriage,
marriage is the biggie.
Oh, yeah.
I can't wait
to get married to Brad.
He already booked the minister.
We can get married next month.
Wow! So soon.
Okay, 'cause marriage
is something
that you need
to take your time with, right?
And you and Brad, I think,
you need to get to know
each other a little bit more.
There's so many things
that you can discover
about each other
and about relationships
before you get married.
- Mom.
- Yes?
You're talking a lot.
I know. I know.
I just, I want you to...
I want you to wait
and take your time
before you get married.
I want you to have time for,
for therapy
and to-to get some support.
Mom?
What?
Can we look? Please?
You really want to?
Yeah.
Come on.
These are all so pretty.
They sure are beautiful, honey.
Oh, and there's so many more
over there. Look.
It's just like Cinderella.
Yeah. Sure.
What?
You thought you could
do this without me?
Oh... clever girl,
texting Grandma.
Well, here we are.
Let's get started.
Oh... just try this one.
Oh!
No. No.
I love it, Mom.
It's beautiful, honey.
Can we get it?
This is pricey,
and needs to be ordered.
It will take
at least six months to make.
Maybe longer, for a...
special size.
"Special size"?
Excuse me.
Can I speak to you,
just for a moment?
Hey. Hey.
Hey, you okay?
She's nasty.
She is nasty.
Brad would hug her.
I don't want to hug her.
Me neither.
But I loved that dress.
Do you love it too, Mom?
I do.
I do.
You looked so beautiful.
And you know what?
Six months isn't that long.
It's half a whole year.
Most people plan their weddings
for a really long time.
Cheryl waited a whole year
to get married
after she got engaged.
- She did?
- She did!
Well, good news.
We got the rudeness discount,
25% off.
Grandma rocks!
She does indeed.
So, what do you say, honey?
Half a whole year is okay...
I guess.
Okay. Why don't you go
get your jacket?
Excuse me?
You were kind of mean to me.
But Brad says
we should love everyone
no matter what.
Maybe it's not your fault.
Maybe people
are mean to you too.
I'm sorry.
This stinks!
Stop being mad.
Yeah, stop being mad, Brad.
I am not mad.
I'm just sad.
Are you glad, too?
Mad, glad, sad, Brad!
It's not Kendall's fault.
It is her mom's fault.
Why does she want us
to wait until forever?
It's not forever.
It's only half a year.
Why don't you ask your dad?
Maybe he'll let us
get married right away.
I don't talk to my dad.
Why not?
He's busy.
Yeah, he's busy.
You could text him.
Yeah, Kendall,
why don't you text your dad
and let him know
how much love...
that we have?
Or send him a letter.
I don't know where his house is.
How come?
Don't you like him?
I love him.
Tons.
Then... email him.
Yeah! Email.
Look, we just had
computer class.
Hey.
I'm sorry!
Oh. H-hi. Um...
I did not mean to scare you.
Oh, my gosh.
Is it okay if I don't get up?
I know this is a weird way
to work,
but it's helping out
my poor old-lady back.
No, no, of course.
I'll come down and join you.
Okay.
Oh.
Okay.
Hi.
Hi.
So I-I texted you
a couple times.
Uh...
yeah, yeah,
I'm sorry about that.
It's just been such a whirlwind.
Right. Yeah, yeah. No.
Uh, mother-of-the-bride stuff...
- Mm-hmm.
- I heard Brad said
that the whole wedding
got pushed six months?
Yep.
He's pretty bummed about it.
I know that,
but it's for the best.
Is it?
Is there something
you'd like to say?
Okay, maybe it gives them
a little extra time.
Right.
Actually, that's what
I wanted to talk to you about.
Your community therapists,
I really think that
Brad and Kendall
should get
some premarital counseling.
Oh... that's not
a terrible idea.
Gee, thanks for your enthusiasm.
Oh! Sorry.
No, that was
100% my own baggage.
I actually wanted to get therapy
before my wedding,
but my whole family, you know,
they were judging me,
like, "what do you need
therapy for?"
You know, it's...
"Marriage, it's easy."
Ha. Maybe for people like, uh,
Six-Pack and old Three-Sheets,
obviously.
And it's really not gonna
be easy for Brad and Kendall.
They have known each other
such a short time,
and he hasn't even seen her when
she's emotionally disregulated.
Is that the technical term
for...?
Meltdown!
- Right.
- I am,
I am happy for them,
don't get me wrong, I am,
it's just that...
relationships
are difficult enough for anyone.
Right?
Mm-hmm.
And-and, actually,
speaking of that...
Yeah?
See, when a man
almost kisses a woman
and then she...
doesn't text him back...
Was it my breath?
Or...?
- Yes.
- I knew it!
I knew I shouldn't have had
the garlic grilled cheese.
It's always, always a mistake.
Yeah.
Now, honestly,
it... the radio silence
wasn't about the almost-kiss.
I swear.
I've been adjusting.
Okay.
Well, that's good, because...
I would like us
to follow through on that
at some point.
You know, if you think
that there's a chance.
There's a chance.
Just maybe not right now.
I mean, I'm just, I'm not really
dressed for romance.
I think you look lovely.
I think I'm gonna get
back under the table.
- To work!
- Okay.
I did not mean that
to sound so suggestive.
- You sure?
- I really didn't!
You need to go.
- All right.
- Yeah.
No, no. I'll go. All right.
Gonna work.
Okay. I'm going.
- Wait, what session was it?
- Friday.
Well, I-I'm sure
that they paid her, Mom.
You just... you just forgot.
- Okay.
- Wait a minute.
She didn't record it
as a deposit.
Hold on.
Thattagirl. There we go.
She sent a thank-you email
with a receipt.
I just have to remind her
to keep track of it.
Okay, great. I'll mark it
off in the books.
Oh, Kendall...
- What?
- She sent an email to Todd.
Don't read it!
Well, I certainly am
gonna read it!
Are you crazy? I gotta go.
"Hi, Dad.
It's Kendall.
I'm your daughter."
"Do you remember me?"
Oh, Kenny.
"Do you remember me?"
I love you.
I know that.
He didn't reply.
And my battery is almost gone.
He will.
When?
I'll email him.
No.
What if he doesn't come?
Why wouldn't he come?
He didn't come for my birthdays
or my graduation.
Maybe he's in the hospital.
My parents were.
Do you think he's sick?
Is he gonna die?
I didn't say that.
But your parents died!
I didn't mean that.
No. I don't want my dad to die.
No, no.
You don't like my hugs anymore?
No!
Do you still
want to get married?
- No!
- Fine, then!
I don't want to get married
to you either.
Fine. Then leave me alone.
I will!
I'll leave you alone!
Kendall's phone.
Kendall?
Kendall!
Kendall!
Sweetheart, why aren't
you answering your phone?
Please call me back. Okay?
Emma?
What's wrong?
I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
Brad, honey,
it's not your fault.
Nobody's blaming you, buddy.
Did she say where she was going?
No. She just wanted
to be alone.
How do we know what bus it was?
I checked the schedule.
It would have been the 20.
You know what I'm gonna do?
I'm gonna go
to the end of the bus line,
and see,
maybe she got off there.
Okay, I'm gonna take him home.
Are you sure
you're okay by yourself?
Yeah, I'm not alone.
I've got my mom.
Okay.
Hey, come on.
I messed up.
It's okay.
It's okay, bud.
She's gonna be okay.
Okay. Okay.
That was the bus driver.
He didn't recognize her.
He doesn't know if she got on,
or where she would've
gotten off.
She could be anywhere.
I just spoke to the neighbors,
and they're gonna
wait at the house,
in case she shows up there.
Okay. Okay.
We're gonna check the park.
- Yeah.
- And the Arts District.
- Okay.
- This is what I was afraid of.
This is what I was terrified of!
I know, honey.
I had to file
an Endangered Missing Persons
report for my daughter,
who I have not
let out of my sight
for 22 years.
I know.
I know, hon.
She could be hurt!
Or somebody could have
taken her,
or she could be,
she could be...
They're gonna find her.
They'll find her.
They'll find her.
Yeah. They'll find her.
Oh! Oh, oh, okay.
It's the police.
The police.
It's the police.
Hello?
Kendall!
Mom!
Hi. Hi.
Oh, my gosh.
Oh, honey.
Are you okay?
I got on the wrong bus.
I know.
- Scared.
- I know, sweetheart.
I know.
But you're safe, okay?
I've got you.
You're okay.
She finally asked someone
to borrow their phone
and called 911.
Thank God.
I'm just glad everything
turned out all right.
Doesn't always, you know.
Yes. Of course.
Thank you for everything.
All right.
Hey. Kendall.
Hi, Nic.
Hi. I'm so happy to see you.
Is Brad okay?
He's okay now that he knows
you're okay.
Can I talk to you
for a moment, Nic?
Yeah.
Just, uh...
How are you holding up?
I just need to get us all home,
and then I'll be fine.
Yeah. I'm so glad she's okay.
Um, I was gonna bring Brad,
you know,
but I told him
we'll talk about it tomorrow.
No. No.
That's not gonna happen, Nic.
Oh, I'm sorry,
I didn't mean to...
No, no, it's just
Brad and Kendall are not gonna
be seeing each other
for a while.
Is that fair?
I mean, yes, he left her alone,
but you know, he can
learn from his mistakes, and...
Okay, look, I appreciate
you defending him.
I do.
But I have to look out
for Kendall.
All the time.
And you will never understand
what it's like on a daily basis
to have to make
every tough decision on my own,
so I'd appreciate you
not throwing the word "fair"
around so lightly.
Okay.
And you need to have some faith.
Faith?
I have always had
faith in my daughter.
Faith in them.
You know what?
I can't do this...
right now.
Kendall? Sweetie.
Let's get you home, okay?
Okay.
Come on.
We're gonna get you home,
all right?
Hey, Luke.
Uh, no, I'm at home.
I'm watching Kendall paint.
Or not paint.
What?
Really?
Oh. No, no, no, no, no,
just thank you for telling me.
And of course,
I can't blame Amy for it.
I mean,
she has to hire somebody.
Hold on.
My mom's here.
She texted me.
Asked me to take her to lunch
instead.
Oh.
Brad?
Come on, buddy. Sit up.
Come on.
Sit up. Sit up. Get up.
I swung by the T-shirt shop.
They said you haven't
been there all week.
So I thought I'd swing by,
bring your favorite food.
Kendall liked pizza.
A lot.
Look, it's gonna be okay.
All right?
I promise.
I don't wanna be okay,
not without Kendall.
I know.
No, you don't.
Oh, I know.
Remember Lisa?
She left.
And you were real sad.
Yes. I was.
And I didn't want
anyone to tell me
that I was gonna be okay,
because...
Well, because...
the pain that I felt
was the last bit
of the love that we had,
and if that pain went away,
it would mean that the love
would be gone too, so...
Are you still sad?
I am.
But not because of Lisa.
Thanks, buddy.
Wow.
Hi, Mom.
Hello.
Where is she?
In her room.
Seriously, Mom.
How long are you
gonna stay mad at me?
I haven't decided yet.
Look, the conservatorship
was set up
not only to protect
Kendall's art money,
but to protect her, period.
I made the right decision.
- You need to see something.
- Not now, Mom.
Yes, now.
Absolutely now.
Honey, can we come in
for a minute?
I just want to show your mom
your new painting.
Oh...
Fix this, Emma.
Honey?
Can you take these off?
We need to talk, K.
What for?
Because I want to know
how you feel,
how you really feel.
How come love is not enough?
What?
I heard you say that to Grandma.
What does it mean?
Oh. Uh...
well, it means obviously
love is... is incredible...
but-but it's just an emotion,
and emotions, they don't...
they don't always
tell you the truth.
But Brad said sorry,
like a million times.
Why can't we get married?
Oh... honey.
Listen.
Marriage is full of
so many things,
and love is one of them,
but you gotta trust me,
it is not enough
when you start facing challenges
and when-when problems come...
Not for you.
What? What do you mean?
Mom, you don't have to worry.
Me and Brad won't
run out of love
like you and Dad did.
Oh...
Kendall...
Dad said that he loved us
and he still left.
I know.
I feel sad for him.
For him?
Yeah.
Look at all the cool stuff
we've done.
He missed out on all of the fun.
You're right.
You're right.
And being your mom has been
the funnest thing ever.
I know.
Mm-hmm.
But I'm still mad at you.
Hey.
You know, when she was born,
I had no idea
how I was gonna handle
all the responsibility.
Yeah.
I remember.
You were scared to death.
But I loved her
from the moment I saw her.
And when I held her, I knew...
that I was gonna do everything
I could to protect her,
to keep her safe...
to make sure that nothing
ever happened to her.
And you know what?
I succeeded.
Because nothing will
ever happen to her now.
Oh, honey, you are Kendall's
biggest champion,
and I can't tell you
the number of times
I've heard you say to someone,
"Just treat her
like you'd treat anyone else."
I don't know anymore, Mom.
Honey, I know
this is hard on you.
And God knows...
marriage isn't easy for anyone.
But you have got to live
by your words,
because they're right.
And you have got to give Kendall
the chance to succeed, or fail,
just like you would
with anyone else.
Yeah.
- Thanks, Mom.
- Yeah.
Emma?
Yep.
Yes?
Listen, I wanted to apologize
for how everything worked out.
You really are very talented,
and you have an amazing eye
for texture.
That tree trunk coffee table?
So quirky and delightful.
Uh...
Wait a minute.
How did you...?
I canceled the walk-through.
Yes, but your friend,
sorry, client,
uh, called me
and showed me around.
- He did?
- Seriously,
if anything else opens up,
you're my person for the job.
I mean it, Emma.
You've really got something.
Thank you.
You guys, thank you so much.
Thank you.
Yes!
Hi.
Hi!
So... good news?
Great news.
They love it.
Love your showroom.
- Oh!
- And they're gonna invest.
That is great news.
Yes, it is.
Is that...?
No. Salads.
I don't know how much more
cheese my arteries can take.
Right.
Hey, why don't we grab a seat?
Okay.
I wanted to thank you
for what you did with Amy.
I just thought that your work
really deserves to be seen.
Well, thanks to you,
it was seen,
and that's enough for me.
Great.
Look, while we're sitting here,
breaking...
lettuce, uh,
I just wanted to get something
off my chest.
I'm really sorry
for rushing things between
Kendall and Brad,
and you and me and everything.
I just...
Thanks for that.
I appreciate it.
Yep.
I feel like
I owe you an explanation...
but it's really hard
to explain
why I am the way I am
unless you've been
where I've been
with Kendall and her father.
I know.
Or rather, I don't,
but I... I understand.
So here's the thing.
I have fought the stereotypes
that have been put on Kendall
her whole life,
but there is one thing
that is true about her.
She is capable of way more love
than anyone could ever even
imagine possible.
So what are you saying?
What I'm saying is that I'm...
I'm gonna have to trust
that the love
that they have for each other
to gonna be able to...
to see them through
all the many challenges
that they're gonna face.
And it's a little bit scary.
Well, here's to stepping
into the unknown.
With both feet.
With both feet.
Yes.
Look at that.
Isn't it amazing?
Hi, Kendall!
Hi, Kendall's Mom.
Hi.
Why are you all here?
Did you buy tickets
for them too?
Actually, I did.
Your mom also got
the gallery to do this.
It's my painting.
Brad?
Hi, Kendall.
I'm so sorry.
Me too.
I missed you.
I miss you too.
I love you.
I love you too.
Way to go, you two!
So, Brad has something that
he wants to talk to you about.
Oh. All right.
I promise that I will
take care of Kendall.
That's super sweet,
but we'll take care
of each other.
And we'll ask for help
when we need it.
And we will be there to help you
whenever you need it, buddy.
So do we have permission
to get married, Mom?
Hoo. Well...
normally, I would say yes,
but you are a hugger, right?
- Yes, I am.
- Yeah, okay. Okay.
Now, I am not gonna force you,
but I strongly
am going to encourage you
to take the relationship
counseling courses
before and after you're married.
I'll take any classes
in the world to be with Brad.
And me too.
And we have
made it really easy for you
to take those classes,
because...
because
we have reserved a townhouse
just for you two.
We could have a garden!
Just like the one
in the painting!
I can't believe it.
We'll have our own home.
And, Kendall, honey...
I thought you might want
to put this back on.
Thanks, Mom.
I love you so much, honey.
Love you.
Emma.
Hey, Todd.
Come on in.
Sorry about all of this.
They're not the neatest,
but then what kids are, right?
Kendall was always very neat.
She still is.
Yeah, um...
look, um, I'm really sorry
that I didn't respond
to her email.
Me too.
She still wants you
to come to the wedding, though.
She does?
I mean...
that's actually happening?
It is.
And she wants you there,
so I'm here
to personally invite you.
Uh...
well, that's really nice
of you, Em.
You misunderstand.
I'm here
to personally invite you,
because if
I send you the invite,
you'll either not respond
or say "yes" and not show up,
and I can't have you doing that
to our daughter
on the most important day
of her life.
You have no idea
what she has been through
to get here.
I'll come.
Good.
And wear a tie.
I don't even own a tie, Emma.
Then, Todd, buy one.
Come on, ladies.
I'm dying of motherly
anticipation out here.
You may enter!
Oh...
Sweetheart.
You are an absolute vision.
Why are you crying?
Oh, I just...
I never imagined
this day would come.
I did.
You need to be
more like me, Mom.
I know.
I know I do.
I will try, I promise.
Good job.
Kendall!
Come on.
Who gives this woman
to be married to this man?
I do.
And now Kendall and Brad
will speak the vows
that they've written themselves.
Brad?
Kendall,
my mom told me when I was young,
a miracle
is something that can't happen,
but it does anyway.
You are my miracle.
When I'm lost in the dark,
you light up the way for me.
I will always love you.
And I will never, ever
gonna let you
get on any bus
without me,
like, ever again.
You are my best friend.
You are my inspiration.
You remind me of the painting
"Starry Night,"
because you are shiny
and full of stars.
I love you, Brad.
Forever.
Can he be my husband now?
Definitely.
By the power vested in me,
I now pronounce you
husband and wife.
You may kiss your bride.
And for the very first time,
I present to you
Mr. and Mrs.
Bradley and Kendall Garrison.
Whoo-hoo!
She really is amazing,
isn't she?
Yes, she really is.
Look, you probably
don't want it,
but I was thinking
I could help out financially
with all of this, if you want?
No, I do want it.
Yeah.
But listen.
Whatever happens...
I just wanted you to know
it's okay.
It's not okay.
I should've been there, Em.
For all the Christmases,
all the birthdays...
I mean, we're okay.
I'm trying to look at life
like Kendall does now.
And when I do,
I realize that our life
has been wonderful,
and that it's so full
of possibilities.
Thanks, Em.
Ooh
I had a dream
So big and loud
I jumped so high
I touched the clouds
Whoa, oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Whoa
Oh, oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
I stretched my hands
out to the sky
Excuse me.
It's just a dance.
I was kind of hoping for a kiss.
Please don't wake me now
Whoo-whoo-ooh
This is gonna be
The best day of my life
My li-i-i-i-ife
Whoo-ooh
This is gonna be
The best day of my life
My li-i-i-i-ife