Finding Love in Big Sky, Montana (2022) Movie Script
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My childhood
was like a fairy tale.
I was an only child
with two doting parents
that made sure my days
were filled with beauty
and lots of love.
Until one day, my family
of three became just me.
My parents were on their way
home and a car came head on
into their lane, and
that's when I went to live
with my cousin's family
in Sun Valley, Idaho,
and spent my summers in
Montana with my grandfather.
Josh Lake was my
first true love.
Josh's brother, Sam,
became like family to me.
I threw myself into work
and I had a career path
all planned out,
until once again,
my plans were interrupted
when my grandfather
left me his ranch in Montana.
Big Sky is not where
I thought I'd end up.
But my mother used to tell
me when God closes a door,
start looking for a window.
I was too young to understand
what she meant then,
but, I'm beginning to.
It might seem quiet here
now, but it won't be long
till this ranch
comes to life again.
Bright Star Ranch will be
a place where kids can come
for a week-long
summer camp, have fun,
and learn new social
skills at the same time
through equine therapy.
As they take care of the horses,
they begin to heal past hurts
and learn to trust again.
It's amazing what being
around a horse can do for you.
Good girl.
Paisley.
Anna, what're you doing?
Me and mommy
picked up my cake.
Ah, is it chocolate?
How did you know?
It's my favorite.
We were just coming
back home from town
and thought we'd stop in and
see if he needed anything else
for tomorrow.
You bring the cake and the
kids. I've got everything else.
Oh, and let me know when
you open up the registration
for summer camp, I know
it's gonna fill up fast.
You're at the top of the list.
Oh well, I'm happy
to volunteer to cook
or do whatever you need.
Thanks, Cindy.
Okay, Anna, say
bye to Paisley.
Bye, Paisley.
Bye. See you
tomorrow, Anna.
What do we got?
Please say yes.
Please, please say yes.
"Dear Ms. Sheridan, thank you
for your recent application.
We appreciate your interest
in the Equine Grant Program.
Unfortunately, at this time,
the funding is not available.
Please resubmit at the beginning
of next calendar year."
What are we gonna do girl?
Can't wait till next year.
Hey, Sarah.
Good morning, Josh.
We just got the
new Foster client.
Took you long enough.
Well, thank you very much.
I really wanted to showcase
the brand's uniqueness,
but identifying
their core values.
That's something that was
really important to me.
The concept has great energy.
Thank you.
Thank you all for your input.
I really appreciate it.
Nice job.
Thank you very much.
Yeah.
Would you mind
taking a look at a logo
I've been working on?
Absolutely. I'll
swing by after lunch.
Great. Thank you.
Thank you.
Hey, we got a lotta
great feedback.
What?
Look what Mandy found.
Well, this is my campaign.
Yeah, sure looks like it.
Um, but this is
our competitor.
Marcus, what are we gonna do?
And you have no idea how
that would've gotten out there?
No, of course not.
Well, until we
find out who did it,
I need you to take some
time away from the office.
Hang on. Just let
me talk to Mr. Cooper.
I can handle Mr. Cooper.
Marcus, you know I had
nothing to do with this.
I do, but I have to
think about our clients
and what it looks like to them.
Just lay low for a few weeks.
We'll get it straightened out.
Uh, okay, just let me
know if there's anything
I can do to help.
What kind of person
thinks that it's okay
to take someone else's idea?
Intellectual property
can be hard to prove.
I know, but if I just had a
chance to talk to Mr. Cooper,
I know that I could explain
that I had nothing
to do with it.
I heard he's already
starting to shop around
for a new agency.
I know. Marcus said
he wants to handle it.
I hope he does.
I was thinking, as long
as I have this time off,
we could go on a
little trip together?
You're kidding, right?
Well, you want me
to meet your family?
And how do you expect me to
introduce you to my family?
As my unemployed boyfriend?
Uh, I'm not unemployed.
I'm on suspension.
Josh, it looks like it was
you that stole the ideas.
That's what people think?
I think that we need
to take a little break.
You go on your trip,
and while you're away
we can decide what it
is we both really want.
I, I know what I want.
Have a nice trip, Josh.
"If you have something
good in your life,
don't let it go."
I've been looking
for someone
'Bout time you got
some help out there.
I found out I didn't
get the grant today.
Oh Paisley, I'm so sorry.
I went ahead and applied
for a loan at the bank.
They said that the process
should move pretty quickly.
Well, if you need a reference
have them give me a call.
I will.
But in the meantime,
it can't hurt to start
looking for some help.
I'd hold out for one of
those tall, dark cowboys.
I don't care what
they look like.
Could be a cowgirl, as long as
they know what they're doing
and have some muscle.
Oh maybe I should
apply then, hm?
Stop.
That's Josh.
Hello. Can I help you?
Uh, yes, I'm driving
up to Sun Valley,
and my car started
making some noises.
Sun Valley. Oh,
are you vacationing?
Family.
Oh, how nice.
Yeah, uh, anyway, my, my
phone doesn't get any service
out here.
Oh, that's not surprising.
So, I was hoping I might
be able to use your phone,
make a call?
Oh, you could, but let me
get you a cup of coffee first.
It's so cold out there.
Thank you.
Paisley, you want
some whipped cream?
There we go.
Made a little heart for ya.
Well, I tried. It's abstract.
Paisley?
Paisley Sheridan?
Josh? Hi.
It's, it's been a
while, a long while.
If I hadn't, if I
hadn't heard your name.
Yeah, not too many Paisleys.
No.
So you left Sun Valley?
She's running
Bright Star Ranch
that her grandfather left her.
Really?
Good for you.
Yeah.
I guess you've been
staying in touch with Sammy.
A little bit, yeah.
So you know when he got
back from the service,
he started volunteering
as a fireman?
Mm.
Yeah, you can't get much
more all-American than that,
can you?
No. No, you can't.
Uh, the phone is in the back
if you'd like to
make your call now.
What is wrong with you?
Nothing.
You barely said a word to him.
Because I have nothing to say.
He's not wearing
a wedding band.
You don't have to
have anything to say,
it's called small talk.
You could ask him
what he's doing now.
Or you could ask him
what he's doing for dinner.
I don't care what he's doing.
Uh, well, sounds like
I'm not going anywhere.
Nearest roadside assistance
is three hours away
and they said they can't
get to me until the morning.
Oh, that's too bad.
I'm sure you're tired
from all that driving.
Oh no, I'll be fine.
I think I'll call my brother,
have him drive down
from Sun Valley.
- Oh...
- Not from Sun Valley,
not with these roads,
it's not a good idea.
Paisley has a room in their
bunk house at the ranch.
Uh, no, no, I, I don't.
It says right
there on your flyer,
you know, room and board.
Honestly, I can
sleep anywhere tonight.
Fine.
I hope I wouldn't be imposing.
Oh no, you're not
imposing at all.
Paisley's a wonderful host.
She is.
I really appreciate it.
No problem. Let's go.
Thank you.
If nothing else
I've been so sure
that baby I belong
Where you are
Whose is that?
It's mine.
I thought you
said it broke down.
No, I, I said she was
making weird noises.
I couldn't just leave her
on the side of the road.
No, I don't suppose
you could leave her there.
Let me just grab my stuff.
You two are ruthless.
All's fair.
In love and war.
There's no love or war.
Anything between Josh and
me happened a long time ago.
We haven't even talked
since, for a good reason.
We were only trying to help.
Don't help so much next time.
I came in to tell you he's
leaving his car out front.
Will you give the keys to
the tow truck in the morning?
Sure will.
Thank you ladies. Good night.
Good night.
That child is just
like her grandpa.
Sweet as can be, and
stubborn as a mule.
She needs us, whether
she knows it or not.
Oh, I suppose.
You gotta be kidding.
What?
This is your truck?
Yeah, I thought about
getting a little sports car,
but it's not great
for hauling hay.
Probably not.
Hop in.
I really appreciate you
giving me a place to stay
and a ride.
I was driving home anyway.
Still, I appreciate it.
It's really nice of you.
I'm surprised you didn't fly.
I needed to get
out of town quickly.
You rob a bank?
It depends on who
you talk to, I guess.
I'm glad you're
going home to visit.
Good morning.
I was beginning to think
you were gonna sleep all day.
Come on in, there's breakfast.
Hey, do you have
a phone I could use?
It's on the table.
Thanks.
Hey, is there cell service
anywhere around here?
It's pretty spotty.
Oatmeal?
Thanks.
I called Charlie to
take a look at your car.
So you gave up marketing and
you're robbing banks now.
Yeah, I felt like it was
a more secure career choice.
I always knew you had a
bright future ahead of you.
A competitor's
commercial started airing
that was uncannily close
to one I'd been working on
for the last six months.
So, it looks like
I stole their idea.
Anyone that knows you would
know you wouldn't do that.
That's what I thought too.
Hopefully though, it
will all work out.
It will.
So you wanna turn
this back into a working ranch?
I wanna
bring kids in for camps
and teach them about horses
and how to care for them.
Wow.
This is gonna be something
special, I can already tell.
Really?
Yeah, I can tell just by the
way you're talking about it.
Thanks.
You know this is gonna
be a really big endeavor
to take on by yourself.
You ever thought about
bringing on a partner?
Even someone who could
share in the expenses?
So, I just applied for a loan.
Once that goes through, I'll
be able to hire plenty of help.
I have to say, I'm
really impressed.
I still, I still think
of you as the girl that...
I'm not that girl anymore.
I know. I know you're
not that girl anymore.
At least that girl could
beat me in a horse race.
Don't worry, I
could still beat you.
Yeah? Well, we're gonna
have to take your word for it.
You think you
remember how to ride?
Charlie? What's the news.
Oh, yeah. I'll tell him.
That was Charlie. You
need a new alternator.
When can she get it by?
They'll order it today,
it should be here tomorrow.
I can rent a car and then
return it on my way back
and pick up my...
Don't do that. You can
stay here one more night.
You sure that wouldn't
be too much trouble?
It's no trouble.
Man.
Wow, look at all of these.
Please tell me this is you.
You haven't changed a bit.
What's this?
I'm working on a new
logo for the ranch.
Are you kidding? Show me.
It's nothing fancy,
like what you do.
Let me see it.
Nice.
Star Horse Ranch?
No, uh, Bright Star Ranch.
So if it were me, I would
suggest something simple
and really bright and that's...
Not.
Okay.
What do you think of when you
think of Bright Star Ranch?
I'm not good at this.
Come here. Let me show
you something, come on.
Get up. Come on.
Okay, so, first things first,
we're in this beautiful
mountain setting, right?
And the bright star.
The sky here at night, it's...
Magical.
Yeah.
May I?
Come here.
Have a seat.
Okay, the greatest designs
and ideas are the ones
that are so simple and perfect
that when people see them,
they think to themselves, I
should have thought of that.
You don't want complicated.
How 'bout that?
If I had a little more
time, I could play with it.
I'm gonna tell myself
you're a speechless,
because my ego can't
take much more.
No. I really am,
I'm speechless.
Do you have any idea how
long I worked on that horse?
Uh, I'm sorry. I can...
No. It's, it's perfect.
I just can't believe
you did it so quickly.
Oh yeah, that's what I do.
Or, or what I did, at least.
The verdict's still out on that.
They'd be crazy to let you go.
Princess Anna will be here soon.
Princess Anna?
Princess Anna turns six today.
Let me know what
I can do to help.
Hi, Paise.
Sam, it's Josh.
Josh, what are you
doing at Paisley's?
Well, my car broke down. I
have to get a new alternator.
So, I'm staying here.
Was that her idea?
I'd say it was mutual.
Can I talk to her?
Uh, she's busy.
Sure you don't want me
to just come pick you up?
No, no, no.
'Cause then I'm gonna have
to come back here tomorrow
to grab my car anyway.
All right. Tell
Paise I said, hi.
All right. I'll see you later.
Okay, it's time for cake.
No.
Anna, don't you want cake?
Well, they can't blow
out candles without you.
Is this the birthday princess?
Why yes, this
is Princess Anna.
Her royal subjects are
awaiting her presence
so they may celebrate
her sixth year of living.
Fair maiden, I have
traveled a great distance
to find thee.
Would you do me the honors
of allowing me to escort you
to the festivities?
Wonderful.
Right this way.
Thank you.
Bam, bam, and the
princess, my fair maiden.
Come on Daisy.
He won't be here
long. Don't get attached.
Get attached to who?
No one.
I don't have time to
think about anything
but horses and bank loans.
Paisley, you don't always
have to be so strong.
Paisley, can I get a
picture with you two?
Everybody smile.
Oh, that's perfect.
Say thank you to Miss
Paisley and Mr. Josh.
Thank you.
We had a wonderful
time. It was a lotta fun.
Hey, I'm actually helping
her with her social media.
Would you mind tagging
us in that photo?
Sure, I have so many
great photos of the ranch.
I can share them
with you if you want.
That'd be great.
- Come on.
- Bye.
Thanks for the help today.
How are you
attracting business?
I put flyers up
in local businesses,
and when I can afford it,
I'll place newspaper ads,
but mostly word of mouth.
People knew grandpa,
so they still come.
Why don't you let me help you,
with social media, your website,
I can create a marketing plan.
I can't afford you.
How do you know
you can't afford me?
I've got a good idea.
And I need a ranch
hand right now
more than I need
a marketing plan.
So, just feed
me for a few days.
Let me stay in the bunk house.
I'll even help out with some
chores around the house.
Josh, you can't do that.
Yes I can.
For the first time, I don't
have to be anywhere else.
No, I mean, you can't do that.
You haven't been around
a ranch for a long time.
It's hard work.
So I haven't been
in a barn lately.
Just get me some good work
boots, I'll be ready to go.
Why would you want to?
'Cause I need to
keep it, that's all.
Ooh, I like those.
Try this one.
All right, what do
you think of this one?
As a fashion statement?
Why do you always give
me such a hard time?
You kinda make it hard
not to give you a hard time.
And then I guess
what they say is true,
clothes make a man.
It's not just
the clothes, Josh,
and buying new ones
doesn't change anything.
Okay, when I was younger
than Anna, just five years old,
I asked Santa for a
horse for Christmas.
How did Santa do?
Well, I woke up Christmas
morning and I ran to the window,
and standing right
in the front yard
was this gorgeous horse.
So I ran out the front door,
just yelling that Santa
had brought me this horse,
and then it took off.
He ran away?
Yeah.
Well, he must've been wild
and just wandered down
from the preserve.
Oh, no.
Yeah, my parents
had gotten me a bike.
Anyway, just because
I work at a desk now,
instead of a pasture,
I'm still the same.
Okay, cowboy.
Get this hat and I'll
introduce you to Butch.
Butch? Who's Butch?
You'll see.
This is Butch. He was wild,
now he's tame as a kitten.
Let's ride up this way, it's
a nice view of the ranch.
Whoa, whoa.
Hey, I think I
got service. Whoa.
Butch, whoa, hang on.
I, I, I just have to check
my messages real quick.
I thought you wanted to ride.
This will just take a minute.
Hey Marcus, it's Josh.
I'm in Bozeman, Montana.
The cell service is horrible.
I'm in Big Sky Ranch.
Whoa!
Oh, come on.
All right, I got you.
You're good, you're
good. Whoa, whoa.
What is wrong with him?
He's just letting you
know he's not a desk.
I've never been thrown
from a horse before.
Technically he
didn't throw you.
He just wanted your attention.
Well, he got it.
Hey, Paisley?
- Yeah?
- Whoa.
Can we never talk
about this again?
Be still.
Ah, I think Butch
has it out for me.
Butch just wants you
to know who's in charge.
Obviously, he is.
You need better gloves.
I think there's some of
grandpa's out in the barn
you can use.
Thank you.
Leave it on for a few
days and it should be fine.
You ready for dinner?
What can I do?
Nothing. I just put some
cornbread in the oven.
So we're just waiting on that.
It does smell really good.
But you've always
been a good cook.
Oh yeah? What did I cook?
Don't you remember
when you made me
that really big Mexican
dinner for my birthday,
and uh, sopapillas for dessert.
And you ended up
in the emergency room
with third degree burns.
Yeah, but the
food was really good,
and it was very memorable.
Hopefully tonight doesn't
end at the hospital.
That might as well be
a million years ago.
How have you changed?
Let's see, since I was 16?
I got my braces off.
Okay.
I went to college,
and I got a job
as head of human resources
at SV Enterprises.
That sounds pretty cushy.
So what made you wanna leave?
Yeah, it was nice.
I didn't worry where my next
paycheck was coming from.
I had benefits and a 401k.
That's very grown up.
Then when grandpa died,
he left the place to me
and it just felt like
I should do this.
So I gave all that
up and here I am.
Ever think about selling it?
The property around
here has really gone up.
I can't do that. This is
where I'm supposed to be.
Then I really admire you.
I haven't done anything yet.
So I came outta college
with a business and
a marketing degree.
So then when I got
offered this job
at one of the top
agencies in Denver,
I didn't even think about
it, I just, I just took it.
And yeah, I, I like my job,
but, I'm not changing the world.
I bet you are for your
coworkers and your clients.
That's very kind. That's
a good way to look at it.
But, as of right now,
I don't know what my
coworkers think of me.
My client is off
shopping other agencies.
So, you're hiding out here?
I'm not hiding.
Uh, I'm waiting.
If it doesn't work out,
there's probably a reason why.
You're right.
So I'm gonna start
focusing on what I can do.
Like building you
a marketing plan.
Remember, I don't have money
to spend on anything fancy.
No, no, no, I know. Not fancy.
The idea is to get other people
to talk about the ranch for us.
Okay.
I'll finish up here.
- No.
- You go on.
Are you sure?
I'll see you in the morning.
Okay.
Hey, Paisley. You
haven't changed.
Josh, it's Marcus.
I got your message.
Marcus, how are you?
Look, man, I wish I had
something more to tell you
right now, but I'm
still working on it.
What exactly are you doing
on a ranch in Montana?
I'm just helping
out with a few things.
Cowboy boots at all, huh?
I even got the hat.
Look, brother, I gotta go,
but I'll get in contact
with you soon, all right?
Hello?
Hi, Paisley.
Hey. I have an appointment
with Mr. Marshall.
Oh, sorry, I forgot to
call you to reschedule.
Mr. Marshall had to go to
Chicago for a family emergency.
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that.
Is there someone else I
can talk to you about this?
I think he just wanted me to
sign some papers for the loan.
He didn't leave anything,
but we can reschedule
for Friday.
Okay. What time?
10 o'clock.
Friday at 10 o'clock,
I'll see you then.
Sorry again.
No problem.
Sam?
You always show
up just when I need you.
It's good to see you too.
What are you doing here?
Uh, figured I'd
come rescue Josh.
Rescue him from what, me?
No, I heard he was
having car trouble.
You know mechanics,
they'll take advantage
of a guy like Josh.
I don't think Charlie's
going to take
advantage of anyone.
I don't know a sports
car, gold credit card?
They'll see him
coming, trust me.
Fine. Looks like I need
to go visit Charlie anyway.
Well, hop in, I'll
give you a ride.
Thanks.
So what's
the deal with you guys?
There's no deal.
I'm helping him while
his car's getting fixed.
And, he's helping me with
my marketing, that's all.
Paise.
What? No, I'm serious.
Does Josh know you're coming?
He will.
Sammy? What are
you doing here?
Oh. Sorry, I couldn't resist.
It's okay. Josh is used to it.
Hey, I know you're used to
sitting behind a desk now,
but, Paisley, come on?
It wasn't Paisley.
What was it?
Butch.
Hey, Sam's the one
that tackled you.
And whatever happened to
never mentioning that again?
Paisley, run.
Oh, you're as
big a pain as ever.
Good to see you too.
What happened to your truck?
It decided to stop
before we got home.
Luckily, Sam came
by to rescue me.
I'm really surprised
to see Sam here.
Me too. I think he
just wanted to see you.
If you two aren't
too busy in here,
you wanna try to
turning over the engine?
Sure.
You wanna ride with Sam?
No, I'm good.
All right. I'll follow you.
All right, sounds
good. Thanks, Jim.
Hey. So the old boy missed me?
I'm afraid so. I'm hoping
it's just the battery.
Yeah.
Ah.
You must be Charlie?
Hi.
Hi, I'm Josh.
Nice to meet ya.
So I have to say, when
Paisley said Charlie
was working on my car, you're
not exactly what I pictured.
Eh, I get that a lot.
Short for Charlotte.
Oh, bad news. Your alternator
hasn't made it in yet.
- Really?
- Sorry.
They just keep coming.
Charlie, this is
Sam, Josh's brother.
He's here to make sure
you're not ripping off Josh.
Nice.
Wait, so that's why you're
here? I don't need your help.
No offense, but,
mechanics are notorious
for taking advantage of
someone who's not a local,
and ignorant when
it comes to cars.
Okay, hang on.
I wouldn't say that I'm
ignorant when it comes to cars.
I'm sorry. You look very nice.
Don't let my
looks deceive you.
So, wanna come watch
me change a battery?
Sure.
You wanna get some coffee?
Yes.
How long will it take?
Won't take too long,
but uh, take your time.
Been doing things on my own
Until you came along
But this feels
more like home
I think we belong
It's so different when
I'm finally seeing
life out on the range
And I'm loving this feeling
I think I could
let my heart run
I'm down for the
ride, let's saddle up
If you're by my side,
I'll take the jump
I could get used to this
So where'd you
learn how to do this?
My dad, this is his place.
I uh, run it for him.
He's in semi-retirement.
Him and my mom spend a
lotta time traveling.
I used to follow
him around in here
and watch everything he did.
When I was five, I could
change a set of spark plugs.
Well, I don't know what I
was doing when I was five,
but I know it
wasn't that useful.
By the way, I'm sorry
about what I said earlier
about mechanics.
Hey, it's true.
You gotta keep an eye on us.
So uh, how long are
you gonna be in town
taking care of Josh?
I don't know.
I heard he was waiting on a
new alternator to come in.
Ah, yeah, I could
put a rush on it,
but it's gonna be
an extra charge.
Nah, it's not necessary.
I can stick around
for a few days.
I could show you
around if you like.
Yeah, I'd like that.
Okay.
Hey, are you the new owner?
Yes, I'm Paisley.
Welcome to Bright Star.
I'm Laura. You must be
Johann's granddaughter.
I am. You knew my grandfather?
Our family comes out here
every year for the wagon ride.
And we're so thrilled
that you kept this going.
Well, I'm glad
to have you back.
Johann's done so much
for this community.
He'll be missed around here.
Thank you.
Hi.
Um, the photo you just took,
would you mind tagging us?
And then we can put you and
your family on our website.
I will, but let me
get a shot of you guys.
Uh, hang on one second.
Sam, come join us.
Say Bright Star.
Bright Star.
Hey Paisley.
Hi.
Thanks for the
invitation, huh?
Thanks for the new battery.
Anytime.
Paisley, come take a look.
Not too bad.
Not too bad? I look great.
I'll send these to you guys.
- Thank you.
- Thanks.
Okay, it looks
like we're all here.
So, if you'll go ahead and
take a seat, we'll get going.
I brought hot chocolate.
Ooh.
Hope you like it.
King, Virgil.
I just can't believe
that I'm in the mountains
driving a wagon.
It's so fun compared
to what I do in Denver.
I take the train to work.
Well, that sounds
like fun too.
No, no. No, it's not.
Then why do you do it?
Well, 'cause it's
the most efficient way
for me to get to
where I'm going.
And when you get to where
you're going, do you like it?
I guess so.
I really like,
I really like figuring
out how to help the client
and taking a
concept from nothing
into something that people
can see and share, that's it.
That's pretty cool.
Well, it's not driving a
wagon or anything like that.
Maybe I'll
let you drive next time.
I wanna take you
somewhere tomorrow.
Where?
You'll see.
You'll see, but
it's gonna be cold,
so you're gonna
have to dress warm.
Where are we going?
That was incredible.
Yeah?
Well, I'm glad you liked it.
'Cause if you're open to it,
they wanna do some
cross-promotions with the ranch.
How would that work?
Uh, well, a lotta tourists,
they're looking for more
than one unique experience
when they're in town.
So, they would promote
us on their website,
and we would promote
them on ours.
I would tell people
to come out here anyway.
It was so much fun.
Well, that's why they
invited us out here,
to see all of this.
Oh, but Paisley, I was thinking,
we could invite them
out to the ranch,
for a wagon ride,
something like that.
That's a great idea.
Let me get a photo,
uh, for the website.
No, you didn't.
Sounds like you and
Josh had a good time.
It was a work thing.
Yeah, you've said
that, like nine times.
Because it's true.
Admit it, you have
feelings for him.
He's going back to Denver
just as soon as he can,
so there's no reason for
anyone to feel anything,
because it wouldn't
make any difference.
Are you sure?
Don't say anything.
What would I say?
Hey, it's warmer in here.
If you'll
help Sam with the fire,
I'll make some hot chocolate.
Deal.
Oh, thank you.
Nice fire.
Thanks.
You ready to lose?
Not today.
You can go first, Paise.
You're the only one
who's called me Paise
since high school.
Yeah? What does
everyone else call you?
My grandpa called me Menska.
Menska?
It means "my
treasure" in Norwegian.
You want me to
call you Menska?
Paise is fine.
So Charlie and I
are going out later
if you guys wanna come.
You and Charlie
are friends, right?
And I wanna spend
time with my brother.
Yeah, that sounds fun.
Okay.
Hello.
I didn't expect
to see you two here.
Oh, we're always
here on Wednesdays.
They have half-price
burgers and dancing.
And you must be
Josh's brother?
Yes, ma'am.
Thank you for your service.
You come by the cafe
and you eat for free.
I might take you up on that.
You better.
Charlie, you tell him
all about our famous
chicken fried steak.
Oh my god, it really is.
Come on, Dot, let's let these
kids get back to their date.
So, Charlie and I are
going skiing on Friday.
You guys wanna go?
I can watch the
ranch if you wanna go.
That sounds like
fun, but I can't.
Josh, you wanna go?
I would love to, but I
have to get some work done.
We tried. Come
on, let's dance.
Please tell me you
remember this one?
Uh-uh.
No.
Come dance with me.
No.
Yes. Yes, yes, yes, please.
Come on.
Fine.
Up to the hotel
room of my fiance
But I never made it
there 'cause she come
Tearing through my
life like a tornado
Coming on hotter
than a baked potato
She spin me around
then, see ya later
Wanna hate her but
I love her instead
Let's go
Well I lost my job
and all of my money
Most of my friends
and half of my mind
I'm so messed up
it's a little funny
Man, I though for
sure that she was mine
But now I'm alone
That was fun.
Pickin up the pieces
of my busted life
That brought back memories.
Okay, so I don't know if
there's a limit to apologies,
but I'm really sorry
about how I handled things
when I was young and stupid.
It's okay. We both were.
Just, when I left for school,
I thought that either
you were gonna come visit
or I was gonna come
back after school.
But you never came back.
I know. And then after
college I got the job.
And then that was that.
And then you were already
dating someone else.
You kept track of me?
Uh.
No, I wouldn't
exactly call it that.
But, Sam is really good at
knowing your dating status.
Yeah. He's pretty handy
to have around, isn't he?
Yeah.
I may have asked
about you once or twice.
Really?
You were engaged.
Yeah.
What happened?
I don't know. Nick was great.
It just wasn't right.
Nick. I don't like him.
You don't even know him.
Come on, let's play pool.
I know enough.
So, why haven't you ever
mentioned Josh before?
Uh, because Josh hasn't been
around for the last 10 years.
Looks like you're picking
up right where you left off.
That song just brought
back a lot of old memories.
Must've been some
good ones, huh?
They were.
Hey, so Sam is the
sweetest guy I've ever dated.
Do I owe you like,
a finder's fee?
Sam's definitely a good guy.
But you two never dated?
Actually, he's
more like a brother.
All right, who's next?
You?
Okay.
So, what are we looking for?
Um.
Here, we're gonna start.
Start where?
Uh, down here.
Sorry, I thought I saw Bree.
You thought Bree was shopping
for hardware in Montana?
Uh, yeah.
Well, no. No, I, I guess not.
Maybe you should just
call her, clear the air.
You could obviously
use the closure.
Well, thank you for
the relationship advice.
I already tried. Hold these.
Didn't help?
No, she's not responding
to my calls or my texts.
Oh, well then I think
you have your answer.
You are free to move on.
I never said I
wanted to move on.
Your face did.
Anyway, I think this is
all we need to fix the wagon
for the hayrides.
Yeah, the uh, clicky things.
So what's next?
Uh, we've got one more
stop to make on the way back.
That's it.
Can you put this on a necklace?
Sure.
Did you wanna do silver or gold?
Silver, please.
Okay.
All right, let me grab
couple of chain styles
to choose from.
- Thank you.
- Mm-hm.
This would be perfect.
I can have this done for
you by Friday. Does that work?
Yeah, thank you.
Hey Sam, you ready to go?
Yeah, I think I'm gonna
get this for Charlie.
You've known her
for less than a week.
Oh, so I should
be more like you,
like a girl for 10 years
and then get her a gift?
What Paisley and I
have is complicated.
I know. I'm sorry,
what's complicated?
You like her, right?
I don't wanna see you
get your heart trampled.
I made it back from war.
I'm pretty sure I can manage.
I know, but I'm
still your big brother.
It's my job to protect you.
Well, you don't have to
be my big brother anymore.
I'm all grown up.
Yeah, but you still act like
my annoying little brother.
Tell you what, how
'bout I work on being
a little less annoying,
and you work on staying
out of my love life.
Wait. Now you love her?
Ah, it's just an expression.
Well, it's a good thing
I'm here to take care of you.
You'll end up married
by the end of the week.
Would that be
such a bad thing?
All right. So look at me.
You have to have
one hand right here,
and then you have to
brush like this, okay?
You wanna try it?
You can let go.
He likes it!
Good job.
Okay, I think he likes this.
I think he'd like this, okay?
You wanna have one hand,
and you just wanna brush.
Josh, you ready to go?
Yeah. Are you?
Yeah, that's why I
asked if you were ready.
What, is something wrong?
Um, I would just, you know.
No, I don't know.
Wear something other
than jeans and a flannel.
I'm going to get money for
the ranch. This is how I dress.
Okay, you're right. I
wouldn't change a thing.
Fine.
She'll thank us later.
Don't look at me.
You're making me nervous.
Sorry.
Sorry.
I don't know why I let you
talk me into wearing this.
I'm not comfortable, and
when I'm not comfortable,
I can't focus.
Hey, you look
great, you look great.
Just trust me. You look like
someone who means business.
You look good.
Have you got
the shopping list?
Yes, I have the shopping list.
You got this.
Yeah.
Morning, ma'am,
I'll be right with...
Paisley? I didn't recognize you.
Are you going to a funeral?
Uh, no, I have my
meeting. Remember?
Oh, yeah.
Ms. Sheridan.
It's nice to see
you, Mr. Marshall.
Likewise. Would
you please follow me.
Would you please have
a seat, Ms. Sheridan.
Would you like some coffee?
Um, no, thank you.
I've recently acquired
the assistance
of a marketing professional
from an agency in Denver.
He's redesigned my logo
and came up with new ideas
to promote the ranch.
Oh, let's have a look.
Nice.
Very nice.
And you were able
to hire an agency?
On trade, room and
board at the ranch.
I admire your
resourcefulness, Ms. Sheridan.
Thank you, sir.
Unfortunately, we won't
be able to offer you a loan
at this time.
Um, why?
The risk factor is too high.
What does that mean?
We look at the success
of similar businesses,
and factor in the amount of
revenue that it would take
for you to repay back the loan.
I already have
kids that wanna come,
and people that wanna volunteer.
I, I understand that
you're disappointed,
but it looks to me that
you're gonna do just fine.
The new logo and your marketing
are really, really sharp.
I know, I know I
can make this work.
I'm sorry.
Well, what if you didn't
give me the full amount?
Instead of 350,000, what
if I asked for 250,000?
I'm afraid it doesn't work
like that, Ms. Sheridan.
But I do wish you the best
of luck on your ranch.
With your resourcefulness,
I have no doubt
that you will figure out
a way to get your business
off the ground.
Thank you.
What happened?
Hey.
I'm sorry.
Did you lose something?
Yeah, my mind.
I can't believe I actually
dressed up for that guy.
I am never, ever
wearing heels again.
Just drive, please.
He said it was too risky.
Then we'll figure
out another way.
That's what he said.
Sorry.
That was my plan B.
I know how you feel.
Do you?
Because it looks like you
always get what you want.
Like I get what I want?
If Marcus doesn't clear my name,
no other agency
is gonna hire me.
You had a setback.
I'm sure your boss will
figure out what happened.
I was so sure I was getting
the money to finish.
If you're so convinced
I'm gonna get my job back,
why don't you let me
loan you the money?
Uh-uh, absolutely not. I'm
not taking money from you.
No, no, you're
not taking my money.
You're letting me invest.
This is my dream, not yours.
I know. I know.
But that doesn't mean other
people can't share your dream.
Big organizations, they
do it all the time.
They find people who care
about what they care about.
I've been to dozens of
fundraisers in Denver
where the ticket
prices were ridiculous,
but the money goes to a good
cause, so, nobody cares.
I don't run in the same
crowds as you do, Josh.
When the receptionist
saw me dressed like this,
she thought I was
going to a funeral.
Okay, so then
do something here
that shows off Bright Star.
You could host
something in the barn.
Lots of people come to
Big Sky for the winter.
Lots of people with money.
So why don't you give
them an opportunity
to fund your summer camp?
I don't know how to
throw a fancy fundraiser.
Think of it like a
really big princess party.
Yeah, I guess I can do that.
We can even do
a silent auction.
We can get some of
the local businesses
to donate some items.
That could work.
Okay.
This looks delicious.
You do the frosting, and
I'll place 'em in the oven.
Where do you want them?
Uh, right over here.
This is my favorite part.
I like this idea.
I do too.
It's a nice little
touch to give a gift
when you're asking
for a donation.
You're gonna need a
taste tester though.
If you want them to donate,
then it has to be
a good cupcake.
How is it?
I'm gonna need another bite.
- Charlie.
- Mm-hmm?
Thank you so much
for helping with this.
You're welcome.
That's what friends
are for, right?
Here are the donation forms.
Josh and I will take
this side of the street.
Sam, why don't you and
Charlie take the other.
Okay. So do they get a cupcake
even if they don't donate?
Yeah. Give them a
cupcake and a form.
Maybe they'll tell someone else.
All right, on it.
See you guys later.
Thank you.
Okay, let's go.
So I'm pretty sure
this is our last batch.
I think so too.
I can't believe how
everyone has pitched in
to make this happen.
Letting us borrow decorations
and donating food.
Oh, I even sent out
some press releases,
so we should be getting
some buzz soon too.
Thank you. Seriously.
We already have 20 donations
for the silent auction.
There's trips, gift certificates,
a spa day, balloon ride.
And people are even donating
scholarships for the camp.
I mean, this is incredible.
I think I'm gonna
bid on all of 'em.
Wouldn't that be a
conflict of interest?
Uh, you're probably right.
Can I at least donate
to the scholarship fund?
You can, but you've
already given so much,
like the website.
I love the new design.
You did an amazing job.
Really? Well, thank you.
Hey, I was thinking about
inviting my parents.
What do you think?
That's a great idea.
Perfect, 'cause I told my
mom we'd FaceTime her today.
Like now?
Right now.
Hi, baby.
Hey, Mom. How are you?
I'm good. Where are you?
Hi, Mrs. Lake.
Paisley! Oh, it's
so good to see you.
You too.
So Mom, Paisley and I were
planning the Cowboy Ball,
and wanted to know if you
and Dad could come and help.
Are you kidding? That
sounds like a blast.
Yes. Forward me the details.
I'll pass it along
to Tracen and Emily.
Maybe they can come too.
Oh, that would be
fun, wouldn't it?
It's a deal, we're coming.
All right, see you soon.
Thanks, Mom. All right.
Bye.
Bye. I love you.
Bye.
This is really happening,
isn't it?
I'm Kyle Gray from KBCK.
Thanks for coming out guys.
Yeah.
Come on in.
I appreciate you
letting us swing by now.
We just came from the resort,
doing a piece on the ski
patrol and their rescue dogs.
Well, thank you.
We really appreciate you guys
taking the time to be here.
Okay, so Gary's
going to be filming
while I ask you a few questions.
Okay.
Your names?
Um, Paisley Sheridan.
Josh Lake.
Can you tell us about the
ball and what that's all about?
We'd love to. Yeah.
Paisley is the new owner
of Bright Star Ranch,
and she's gonna be turning
it into a retreat center
and a camp for kids
Tickets for the Bright Star
Ball will be raising money
to help her get it started.
So, this is Paisley's project,
so she can tell
you all about it.
Ms. Sheridan, have you
always wanted to run a camp?
As a little girl,
my two favorite places
were summer camp with friends,
and the other was here on the
ranch with my grandparents.
We rode horses and went
fishing and had campfires.
I never imagined I'd
have the opportunity
to combine my two
favorite places,
but at Bright Star, through
nature and equine therapy,
I'd hope to be able
to make a difference
in children's lives.
That was great.
Now we have a lot of horse
people here in Montana
that are going to
want to help you.
How'd you come up with the
idea for the Bright Star Ball?
Oh, Josh is helping me with
marketing. It was his idea.
Tell us a little
bit about the ball.
What should we expect?
There's gonna be
a lot of great food,
wonderful music, and dancing.
And there's a silent auction
with lots of great items
donated by local businesses.
It's gonna be a lotta fun.
Excuse me. I'll be right back.
That's perfect.
Nice, yeah right there.
Hey, can we get you in
the photo, Mr. Lake?
Sure. Yeah.
Great.
Oh yeah, that looks
great. Perfect.
You really think people
are gonna pay that much
for a ticket to a dance?
Yes, they do it all the time.
I've only sold two so far.
One was to the man who
turned down my loan.
I think he felt bad.
Next year we'll start
promoting the ball much earlier.
Oops. It's on.
As a little girl,
my two favorite places
were summer camp with friends,
and the other was here on the
ranch with my grandparents.
Tell us a little
bit about the ball.
What should we expect?
There's gonna be
a lot of great food,
wonderful music, and dancing.
And there's a silent auction.
It's gonna be a lotta fun.
That was a great interview.
Thanks.
You guys look good on TVs.
Stop it.
Hey, Paisley.
You gotta see this.
Is it good or bad?
Just come here.
I just wanna have enough
people to break even.
Dot and Annabel are
already ordering food.
Well, I hope they
ordered enough.
We're sold out?
You're out of ice cream.
I'm gonna see if Charlie
wants to go grab some.
Um, that's a good
idea. I'll go with you.
Let me grab my purse.
I didn't ask her
to come with me.
This way, I can
tell Dot and Annabel
they need to up their order.
That's a great idea.
Don't say anything.
I needed some air.
Why can't you just be
honest? At least with me.
Because, this isn't going
anywhere, we both know it.
So I'd rather not be miserable
when he leaves. Okay?
There you go.
Thank you.
We saw you on TV.
We sold all the tickets.
Can you believe it?
- Wow.
- Paisley, that's wonderful.
Oh, I forgot my notebook in
the truck. I'll be right back.
Mm-hmm.
So Paisley's in
love with Josh.
Ah, I knew it.
But he doesn't love her?
Oh, of course he loves her.
Why wouldn't he love her?
No, he does.
But he won't tell her,
and she won't tell him,
and I've been sworn to secrecy,
so, it's down to you two.
How much barbecue
did we order?
Oh, don't worry
about the food,
we've got more than enough.
We were expecting
you all to sell out.
You were?
Mm-hmm.
Sam, could you
help me out back?
I've got some heavy
boxes I need help moving.
I'm on it.
I just hope I don't
forget anything.
What are you gonna wear?
Um, I thought I'd wear jeans
since I'm gonna help
you guys serve food.
Oh, fiddlesticks.
You can't do that,
you're the host.
Okay then, I'll wear a
nice sweater and curl my hair
if that makes you feel better.
I just don't have
time to go shopping.
I was afraid you
might say that.
I have an old dress that
I know will fit you.
No, no, that's not necessary.
I can find something in
my closet I can wear.
Wait here. Wait here.
You ready?
I'm waiting for Annabel.
She's getting me a dress
to wear to the ball.
I know what dress
she's talking about.
Annabel, it's beautiful.
I wore this for my
engagement party 50 years ago,
this month.
Well, I can't possibly,
it's too valuable.
Yes, you can.
And here's something for
you to wear in your hair.
Paise, you've got
two fairy godmothers.
I know.
Okay.
Thank you.
Sure you don't want
me to just do it?
No, I got it.
So, sounds like you're
planning on sticking around
a little bit after what
you said last night
about helping plan the
ball again next year.
Yeah. I can always come
back next year and help.
I don't have to live here.
You could, but I'm not sure
that's how Paise heard it.
Of course, I'd love
to say with Paisley,
it's been amazing, but
it's not that easy.
Why you always gotta
make things so hard?
Because it's everything
that I've ever worked for.
Not to mention,
it's a lotta money.
I'd be letting down
my entire company.
Then it sounds like you
already made up your mind.
Coming down.
Hi. Come on in.
Hi.
I can't believe you did this.
Well, you gotta eat.
You got too much on
your plate, so to speak,
to be worried about
feeding Josh's parents.
Thank you.
If they're not here soon,
just pop it in the oven.
It'll stay warm.
We're gonna go ahead and
get things set up in the barn,
so if you need
anything, just holler.
I will. Thank you, ladies.
I'll see you later.
Okay. Bye-bye.
- Baby!
- Mom.
Hi. Oh, oh sweetie.
Dad, good to see you.
Ah, sweetheart. Oh,
it's been too long.
Your place is gorgeous.
Thank you.
Good for you, putting
these two to work.
I'm been trying to do
that for a long time.
Oh Emily, this is Paisley
Sheridan, she runs the place.
Paisley, this is Emily.
She puts up with Tracen.
Hi, I'm so glad
you could make it.
We are too. So
nice to meet you.
I'm Tracen.
Yes. Nice to see you again.
Annabel and Dot
delivered breakfast,
so I hope you guys
haven't eaten yet.
Oh, no.
Marianne was so anxious
she wouldn't let us stop.
I know you have so much
to do, and we wanna help.
Thank you. And yes,
I have a long list.
Just tell us what to do.
Well, why don't we eat, and
then we can show them around?
Let me get it.
It's probably just someone
looking for directions.
Please give me your coats.
Make yourselves at home.
There's bacon and
eggs, and on my gosh.
Dot and Annabel make the best.
Bright Star this is Josh.
Josh, it's Marcus.
Marcus? How are you?
I'm good. I'm good.
What's going on?
Look, man, I've
got some news for you.
We found out who it was
that leaked your reports
to the Rogers Agency.
Who was it?
It was Bree.
Bree? Well I can't
believe she'd do that.
Obviously she's
no longer with us.
But I've got some good news.
Mr. Cooper has decided
to move forward,
and insists on working with you.
Uh, yeah, yeah,
that is great news.
He's coming in to
sign the contract
first thing tomorrow morning.
So, we'll see you here
tomorrow at eight.
I understand, and I'd,
I'd love to be there,
but I'm helping a friend
with a fundraiser,
and the event is
literally tonight.
My entire family drove
down from Sun Valley.
I'll tell you what.
I'm gonna make a donation
to your friend's fundraiser,
a large one.
Don't even care what it's for,
as long as you're seated
at the conference table
tomorrow morning at eight.
I'll be there.
Are you coming?
That, that was my
boss on the phone.
I have to be back
in the morning.
But you can stay for the ball?
I'd love to, but
you'll be fine.
My family's, my
family's here to help.
Yeah.
My boss said he's gonna
make a large donation
to Bright Star.
That's great.
We both got what we wanted then.
Yeah, I guess we did.
Well, it sounds like the
deliveries are here, so.
Paisley.
Yeah?
Good luck with everything.
You too.
Give this to Paisley for me?
Eh, you should give it to her.
We already said our goodbyes.
Take care.
You too.
You know, after your
grandmother passed,
Johann and I became quite close.
I'm glad he had you.
He asked me to marry him.
He never said anything.
Because I told him no.
Why?
I was afraid.
I'd already lost
one husband, and,
I didn't wanna feel
that pain again.
Annabel, I'm sorry.
I missed out on
a lotta happiness
trying to protect my heart.
And then when he died,
it hurt so bad anyway.
And I realized that we had
wasted all of those years
that we could've had together.
Did Sam tell you to
tell me that story?
No. No one knows,
not even Dot.
I'm telling you this
because I think you and Josh
still have the possibility
of a happy ending.
No we can't.
He's going back to his life
and he'll forget all about
Bright Star and me.
Don't forget, menska,
you are a treasure.
And I can tell by the
way Josh looks at you,
he knows that too.
"If you have something
good in your life,
don't let it go."
I wanted to take a
minute and say thank you
for spending this evening
at Bright Star Ranch.
To all my dear friends
that have shown up
and worked so hard
donating your time,
and the local businesses that
have donated decorations,
food, and items for
the silent auction,
I could not have done
this without you.
It's been my dream to help
children through equine therapy
here at the ranch, but it was
a friend who encouraged me
to let others share
in on my dream.
So I just wanted
to say thank you
for sharing this dream with me.
And don't forget to bid
on your favorite items.
All the love we didn't use
All the time we used to lose
All the lies that
we said to us
All the pain we said
that didn't hurt
All the fear you left behind
All the brave I said I was
May I have this dance?
Is there such
thing as destiny?
You look incredible.
Thanks. I thought you were
supposed to be somewhere else.
I can't think of
anywhere else I'd rather be
than right here with you.
What about Denver?
I'm not going back.
Why?
Because you're not there.
Josh, you can't give up
everything you've worked for.
That's your dream.
I had a lotta time to think
about what I really want,
and how to make it happen.
So when I finally
got cell service,
I called the client directly,
and I invited him out here
to Big Sky to go skiing
as my guest at the resort.
And, he agreed?
Yeah, he actually
really loved the idea.
He prefers the mountains
over the office setting.
He wants to come out here
to sign the contract.
That's great.
But you'll eventually
have to go back.
I called Marcus and I
told him that I would sign
the contract, but only if
he'd let me work from here.
If that's okay with you.
It took awhile too
But I realize it's
always been you
It's always been you
I can still hire a real
ranch hand though, right?
Definitely.
Guys, you just hit your goal.
You're serious?
- Yes!
- Yeah.
Paisley.
What's the occasion?
No occasion. I just wanted to.
Where'd you find this?
I had it made, just for you.
Because you shine just as bright
as the Montana stars at night.
Let me put it on.
I love it. Thank you.
Since you're sticking around,
I've got something for you too.
Oh yeah? What is it?
Dude, she's giving
you the horse.
You're giving me Butch?
If you're staying in Montana,
you've gotta have a horse.
You wanna take him for a spin?
You think you can keep up?
Oh.
You ready?
My childhood
was like a fairy tale.
I was an only child
with two doting parents
that made sure my days
were filled with beauty
and lots of love.
Until one day, my family
of three became just me.
My parents were on their way
home and a car came head on
into their lane, and
that's when I went to live
with my cousin's family
in Sun Valley, Idaho,
and spent my summers in
Montana with my grandfather.
Josh Lake was my
first true love.
Josh's brother, Sam,
became like family to me.
I threw myself into work
and I had a career path
all planned out,
until once again,
my plans were interrupted
when my grandfather
left me his ranch in Montana.
Big Sky is not where
I thought I'd end up.
But my mother used to tell
me when God closes a door,
start looking for a window.
I was too young to understand
what she meant then,
but, I'm beginning to.
It might seem quiet here
now, but it won't be long
till this ranch
comes to life again.
Bright Star Ranch will be
a place where kids can come
for a week-long
summer camp, have fun,
and learn new social
skills at the same time
through equine therapy.
As they take care of the horses,
they begin to heal past hurts
and learn to trust again.
It's amazing what being
around a horse can do for you.
Good girl.
Paisley.
Anna, what're you doing?
Me and mommy
picked up my cake.
Ah, is it chocolate?
How did you know?
It's my favorite.
We were just coming
back home from town
and thought we'd stop in and
see if he needed anything else
for tomorrow.
You bring the cake and the
kids. I've got everything else.
Oh, and let me know when
you open up the registration
for summer camp, I know
it's gonna fill up fast.
You're at the top of the list.
Oh well, I'm happy
to volunteer to cook
or do whatever you need.
Thanks, Cindy.
Okay, Anna, say
bye to Paisley.
Bye, Paisley.
Bye. See you
tomorrow, Anna.
What do we got?
Please say yes.
Please, please say yes.
"Dear Ms. Sheridan, thank you
for your recent application.
We appreciate your interest
in the Equine Grant Program.
Unfortunately, at this time,
the funding is not available.
Please resubmit at the beginning
of next calendar year."
What are we gonna do girl?
Can't wait till next year.
Hey, Sarah.
Good morning, Josh.
We just got the
new Foster client.
Took you long enough.
Well, thank you very much.
I really wanted to showcase
the brand's uniqueness,
but identifying
their core values.
That's something that was
really important to me.
The concept has great energy.
Thank you.
Thank you all for your input.
I really appreciate it.
Nice job.
Thank you very much.
Yeah.
Would you mind
taking a look at a logo
I've been working on?
Absolutely. I'll
swing by after lunch.
Great. Thank you.
Thank you.
Hey, we got a lotta
great feedback.
What?
Look what Mandy found.
Well, this is my campaign.
Yeah, sure looks like it.
Um, but this is
our competitor.
Marcus, what are we gonna do?
And you have no idea how
that would've gotten out there?
No, of course not.
Well, until we
find out who did it,
I need you to take some
time away from the office.
Hang on. Just let
me talk to Mr. Cooper.
I can handle Mr. Cooper.
Marcus, you know I had
nothing to do with this.
I do, but I have to
think about our clients
and what it looks like to them.
Just lay low for a few weeks.
We'll get it straightened out.
Uh, okay, just let me
know if there's anything
I can do to help.
What kind of person
thinks that it's okay
to take someone else's idea?
Intellectual property
can be hard to prove.
I know, but if I just had a
chance to talk to Mr. Cooper,
I know that I could explain
that I had nothing
to do with it.
I heard he's already
starting to shop around
for a new agency.
I know. Marcus said
he wants to handle it.
I hope he does.
I was thinking, as long
as I have this time off,
we could go on a
little trip together?
You're kidding, right?
Well, you want me
to meet your family?
And how do you expect me to
introduce you to my family?
As my unemployed boyfriend?
Uh, I'm not unemployed.
I'm on suspension.
Josh, it looks like it was
you that stole the ideas.
That's what people think?
I think that we need
to take a little break.
You go on your trip,
and while you're away
we can decide what it
is we both really want.
I, I know what I want.
Have a nice trip, Josh.
"If you have something
good in your life,
don't let it go."
I've been looking
for someone
'Bout time you got
some help out there.
I found out I didn't
get the grant today.
Oh Paisley, I'm so sorry.
I went ahead and applied
for a loan at the bank.
They said that the process
should move pretty quickly.
Well, if you need a reference
have them give me a call.
I will.
But in the meantime,
it can't hurt to start
looking for some help.
I'd hold out for one of
those tall, dark cowboys.
I don't care what
they look like.
Could be a cowgirl, as long as
they know what they're doing
and have some muscle.
Oh maybe I should
apply then, hm?
Stop.
That's Josh.
Hello. Can I help you?
Uh, yes, I'm driving
up to Sun Valley,
and my car started
making some noises.
Sun Valley. Oh,
are you vacationing?
Family.
Oh, how nice.
Yeah, uh, anyway, my, my
phone doesn't get any service
out here.
Oh, that's not surprising.
So, I was hoping I might
be able to use your phone,
make a call?
Oh, you could, but let me
get you a cup of coffee first.
It's so cold out there.
Thank you.
Paisley, you want
some whipped cream?
There we go.
Made a little heart for ya.
Well, I tried. It's abstract.
Paisley?
Paisley Sheridan?
Josh? Hi.
It's, it's been a
while, a long while.
If I hadn't, if I
hadn't heard your name.
Yeah, not too many Paisleys.
No.
So you left Sun Valley?
She's running
Bright Star Ranch
that her grandfather left her.
Really?
Good for you.
Yeah.
I guess you've been
staying in touch with Sammy.
A little bit, yeah.
So you know when he got
back from the service,
he started volunteering
as a fireman?
Mm.
Yeah, you can't get much
more all-American than that,
can you?
No. No, you can't.
Uh, the phone is in the back
if you'd like to
make your call now.
What is wrong with you?
Nothing.
You barely said a word to him.
Because I have nothing to say.
He's not wearing
a wedding band.
You don't have to
have anything to say,
it's called small talk.
You could ask him
what he's doing now.
Or you could ask him
what he's doing for dinner.
I don't care what he's doing.
Uh, well, sounds like
I'm not going anywhere.
Nearest roadside assistance
is three hours away
and they said they can't
get to me until the morning.
Oh, that's too bad.
I'm sure you're tired
from all that driving.
Oh no, I'll be fine.
I think I'll call my brother,
have him drive down
from Sun Valley.
- Oh...
- Not from Sun Valley,
not with these roads,
it's not a good idea.
Paisley has a room in their
bunk house at the ranch.
Uh, no, no, I, I don't.
It says right
there on your flyer,
you know, room and board.
Honestly, I can
sleep anywhere tonight.
Fine.
I hope I wouldn't be imposing.
Oh no, you're not
imposing at all.
Paisley's a wonderful host.
She is.
I really appreciate it.
No problem. Let's go.
Thank you.
If nothing else
I've been so sure
that baby I belong
Where you are
Whose is that?
It's mine.
I thought you
said it broke down.
No, I, I said she was
making weird noises.
I couldn't just leave her
on the side of the road.
No, I don't suppose
you could leave her there.
Let me just grab my stuff.
You two are ruthless.
All's fair.
In love and war.
There's no love or war.
Anything between Josh and
me happened a long time ago.
We haven't even talked
since, for a good reason.
We were only trying to help.
Don't help so much next time.
I came in to tell you he's
leaving his car out front.
Will you give the keys to
the tow truck in the morning?
Sure will.
Thank you ladies. Good night.
Good night.
That child is just
like her grandpa.
Sweet as can be, and
stubborn as a mule.
She needs us, whether
she knows it or not.
Oh, I suppose.
You gotta be kidding.
What?
This is your truck?
Yeah, I thought about
getting a little sports car,
but it's not great
for hauling hay.
Probably not.
Hop in.
I really appreciate you
giving me a place to stay
and a ride.
I was driving home anyway.
Still, I appreciate it.
It's really nice of you.
I'm surprised you didn't fly.
I needed to get
out of town quickly.
You rob a bank?
It depends on who
you talk to, I guess.
I'm glad you're
going home to visit.
Good morning.
I was beginning to think
you were gonna sleep all day.
Come on in, there's breakfast.
Hey, do you have
a phone I could use?
It's on the table.
Thanks.
Hey, is there cell service
anywhere around here?
It's pretty spotty.
Oatmeal?
Thanks.
I called Charlie to
take a look at your car.
So you gave up marketing and
you're robbing banks now.
Yeah, I felt like it was
a more secure career choice.
I always knew you had a
bright future ahead of you.
A competitor's
commercial started airing
that was uncannily close
to one I'd been working on
for the last six months.
So, it looks like
I stole their idea.
Anyone that knows you would
know you wouldn't do that.
That's what I thought too.
Hopefully though, it
will all work out.
It will.
So you wanna turn
this back into a working ranch?
I wanna
bring kids in for camps
and teach them about horses
and how to care for them.
Wow.
This is gonna be something
special, I can already tell.
Really?
Yeah, I can tell just by the
way you're talking about it.
Thanks.
You know this is gonna
be a really big endeavor
to take on by yourself.
You ever thought about
bringing on a partner?
Even someone who could
share in the expenses?
So, I just applied for a loan.
Once that goes through, I'll
be able to hire plenty of help.
I have to say, I'm
really impressed.
I still, I still think
of you as the girl that...
I'm not that girl anymore.
I know. I know you're
not that girl anymore.
At least that girl could
beat me in a horse race.
Don't worry, I
could still beat you.
Yeah? Well, we're gonna
have to take your word for it.
You think you
remember how to ride?
Charlie? What's the news.
Oh, yeah. I'll tell him.
That was Charlie. You
need a new alternator.
When can she get it by?
They'll order it today,
it should be here tomorrow.
I can rent a car and then
return it on my way back
and pick up my...
Don't do that. You can
stay here one more night.
You sure that wouldn't
be too much trouble?
It's no trouble.
Man.
Wow, look at all of these.
Please tell me this is you.
You haven't changed a bit.
What's this?
I'm working on a new
logo for the ranch.
Are you kidding? Show me.
It's nothing fancy,
like what you do.
Let me see it.
Nice.
Star Horse Ranch?
No, uh, Bright Star Ranch.
So if it were me, I would
suggest something simple
and really bright and that's...
Not.
Okay.
What do you think of when you
think of Bright Star Ranch?
I'm not good at this.
Come here. Let me show
you something, come on.
Get up. Come on.
Okay, so, first things first,
we're in this beautiful
mountain setting, right?
And the bright star.
The sky here at night, it's...
Magical.
Yeah.
May I?
Come here.
Have a seat.
Okay, the greatest designs
and ideas are the ones
that are so simple and perfect
that when people see them,
they think to themselves, I
should have thought of that.
You don't want complicated.
How 'bout that?
If I had a little more
time, I could play with it.
I'm gonna tell myself
you're a speechless,
because my ego can't
take much more.
No. I really am,
I'm speechless.
Do you have any idea how
long I worked on that horse?
Uh, I'm sorry. I can...
No. It's, it's perfect.
I just can't believe
you did it so quickly.
Oh yeah, that's what I do.
Or, or what I did, at least.
The verdict's still out on that.
They'd be crazy to let you go.
Princess Anna will be here soon.
Princess Anna?
Princess Anna turns six today.
Let me know what
I can do to help.
Hi, Paise.
Sam, it's Josh.
Josh, what are you
doing at Paisley's?
Well, my car broke down. I
have to get a new alternator.
So, I'm staying here.
Was that her idea?
I'd say it was mutual.
Can I talk to her?
Uh, she's busy.
Sure you don't want me
to just come pick you up?
No, no, no.
'Cause then I'm gonna have
to come back here tomorrow
to grab my car anyway.
All right. Tell
Paise I said, hi.
All right. I'll see you later.
Okay, it's time for cake.
No.
Anna, don't you want cake?
Well, they can't blow
out candles without you.
Is this the birthday princess?
Why yes, this
is Princess Anna.
Her royal subjects are
awaiting her presence
so they may celebrate
her sixth year of living.
Fair maiden, I have
traveled a great distance
to find thee.
Would you do me the honors
of allowing me to escort you
to the festivities?
Wonderful.
Right this way.
Thank you.
Bam, bam, and the
princess, my fair maiden.
Come on Daisy.
He won't be here
long. Don't get attached.
Get attached to who?
No one.
I don't have time to
think about anything
but horses and bank loans.
Paisley, you don't always
have to be so strong.
Paisley, can I get a
picture with you two?
Everybody smile.
Oh, that's perfect.
Say thank you to Miss
Paisley and Mr. Josh.
Thank you.
We had a wonderful
time. It was a lotta fun.
Hey, I'm actually helping
her with her social media.
Would you mind tagging
us in that photo?
Sure, I have so many
great photos of the ranch.
I can share them
with you if you want.
That'd be great.
- Come on.
- Bye.
Thanks for the help today.
How are you
attracting business?
I put flyers up
in local businesses,
and when I can afford it,
I'll place newspaper ads,
but mostly word of mouth.
People knew grandpa,
so they still come.
Why don't you let me help you,
with social media, your website,
I can create a marketing plan.
I can't afford you.
How do you know
you can't afford me?
I've got a good idea.
And I need a ranch
hand right now
more than I need
a marketing plan.
So, just feed
me for a few days.
Let me stay in the bunk house.
I'll even help out with some
chores around the house.
Josh, you can't do that.
Yes I can.
For the first time, I don't
have to be anywhere else.
No, I mean, you can't do that.
You haven't been around
a ranch for a long time.
It's hard work.
So I haven't been
in a barn lately.
Just get me some good work
boots, I'll be ready to go.
Why would you want to?
'Cause I need to
keep it, that's all.
Ooh, I like those.
Try this one.
All right, what do
you think of this one?
As a fashion statement?
Why do you always give
me such a hard time?
You kinda make it hard
not to give you a hard time.
And then I guess
what they say is true,
clothes make a man.
It's not just
the clothes, Josh,
and buying new ones
doesn't change anything.
Okay, when I was younger
than Anna, just five years old,
I asked Santa for a
horse for Christmas.
How did Santa do?
Well, I woke up Christmas
morning and I ran to the window,
and standing right
in the front yard
was this gorgeous horse.
So I ran out the front door,
just yelling that Santa
had brought me this horse,
and then it took off.
He ran away?
Yeah.
Well, he must've been wild
and just wandered down
from the preserve.
Oh, no.
Yeah, my parents
had gotten me a bike.
Anyway, just because
I work at a desk now,
instead of a pasture,
I'm still the same.
Okay, cowboy.
Get this hat and I'll
introduce you to Butch.
Butch? Who's Butch?
You'll see.
This is Butch. He was wild,
now he's tame as a kitten.
Let's ride up this way, it's
a nice view of the ranch.
Whoa, whoa.
Hey, I think I
got service. Whoa.
Butch, whoa, hang on.
I, I, I just have to check
my messages real quick.
I thought you wanted to ride.
This will just take a minute.
Hey Marcus, it's Josh.
I'm in Bozeman, Montana.
The cell service is horrible.
I'm in Big Sky Ranch.
Whoa!
Oh, come on.
All right, I got you.
You're good, you're
good. Whoa, whoa.
What is wrong with him?
He's just letting you
know he's not a desk.
I've never been thrown
from a horse before.
Technically he
didn't throw you.
He just wanted your attention.
Well, he got it.
Hey, Paisley?
- Yeah?
- Whoa.
Can we never talk
about this again?
Be still.
Ah, I think Butch
has it out for me.
Butch just wants you
to know who's in charge.
Obviously, he is.
You need better gloves.
I think there's some of
grandpa's out in the barn
you can use.
Thank you.
Leave it on for a few
days and it should be fine.
You ready for dinner?
What can I do?
Nothing. I just put some
cornbread in the oven.
So we're just waiting on that.
It does smell really good.
But you've always
been a good cook.
Oh yeah? What did I cook?
Don't you remember
when you made me
that really big Mexican
dinner for my birthday,
and uh, sopapillas for dessert.
And you ended up
in the emergency room
with third degree burns.
Yeah, but the
food was really good,
and it was very memorable.
Hopefully tonight doesn't
end at the hospital.
That might as well be
a million years ago.
How have you changed?
Let's see, since I was 16?
I got my braces off.
Okay.
I went to college,
and I got a job
as head of human resources
at SV Enterprises.
That sounds pretty cushy.
So what made you wanna leave?
Yeah, it was nice.
I didn't worry where my next
paycheck was coming from.
I had benefits and a 401k.
That's very grown up.
Then when grandpa died,
he left the place to me
and it just felt like
I should do this.
So I gave all that
up and here I am.
Ever think about selling it?
The property around
here has really gone up.
I can't do that. This is
where I'm supposed to be.
Then I really admire you.
I haven't done anything yet.
So I came outta college
with a business and
a marketing degree.
So then when I got
offered this job
at one of the top
agencies in Denver,
I didn't even think about
it, I just, I just took it.
And yeah, I, I like my job,
but, I'm not changing the world.
I bet you are for your
coworkers and your clients.
That's very kind. That's
a good way to look at it.
But, as of right now,
I don't know what my
coworkers think of me.
My client is off
shopping other agencies.
So, you're hiding out here?
I'm not hiding.
Uh, I'm waiting.
If it doesn't work out,
there's probably a reason why.
You're right.
So I'm gonna start
focusing on what I can do.
Like building you
a marketing plan.
Remember, I don't have money
to spend on anything fancy.
No, no, no, I know. Not fancy.
The idea is to get other people
to talk about the ranch for us.
Okay.
I'll finish up here.
- No.
- You go on.
Are you sure?
I'll see you in the morning.
Okay.
Hey, Paisley. You
haven't changed.
Josh, it's Marcus.
I got your message.
Marcus, how are you?
Look, man, I wish I had
something more to tell you
right now, but I'm
still working on it.
What exactly are you doing
on a ranch in Montana?
I'm just helping
out with a few things.
Cowboy boots at all, huh?
I even got the hat.
Look, brother, I gotta go,
but I'll get in contact
with you soon, all right?
Hello?
Hi, Paisley.
Hey. I have an appointment
with Mr. Marshall.
Oh, sorry, I forgot to
call you to reschedule.
Mr. Marshall had to go to
Chicago for a family emergency.
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that.
Is there someone else I
can talk to you about this?
I think he just wanted me to
sign some papers for the loan.
He didn't leave anything,
but we can reschedule
for Friday.
Okay. What time?
10 o'clock.
Friday at 10 o'clock,
I'll see you then.
Sorry again.
No problem.
Sam?
You always show
up just when I need you.
It's good to see you too.
What are you doing here?
Uh, figured I'd
come rescue Josh.
Rescue him from what, me?
No, I heard he was
having car trouble.
You know mechanics,
they'll take advantage
of a guy like Josh.
I don't think Charlie's
going to take
advantage of anyone.
I don't know a sports
car, gold credit card?
They'll see him
coming, trust me.
Fine. Looks like I need
to go visit Charlie anyway.
Well, hop in, I'll
give you a ride.
Thanks.
So what's
the deal with you guys?
There's no deal.
I'm helping him while
his car's getting fixed.
And, he's helping me with
my marketing, that's all.
Paise.
What? No, I'm serious.
Does Josh know you're coming?
He will.
Sammy? What are
you doing here?
Oh. Sorry, I couldn't resist.
It's okay. Josh is used to it.
Hey, I know you're used to
sitting behind a desk now,
but, Paisley, come on?
It wasn't Paisley.
What was it?
Butch.
Hey, Sam's the one
that tackled you.
And whatever happened to
never mentioning that again?
Paisley, run.
Oh, you're as
big a pain as ever.
Good to see you too.
What happened to your truck?
It decided to stop
before we got home.
Luckily, Sam came
by to rescue me.
I'm really surprised
to see Sam here.
Me too. I think he
just wanted to see you.
If you two aren't
too busy in here,
you wanna try to
turning over the engine?
Sure.
You wanna ride with Sam?
No, I'm good.
All right. I'll follow you.
All right, sounds
good. Thanks, Jim.
Hey. So the old boy missed me?
I'm afraid so. I'm hoping
it's just the battery.
Yeah.
Ah.
You must be Charlie?
Hi.
Hi, I'm Josh.
Nice to meet ya.
So I have to say, when
Paisley said Charlie
was working on my car, you're
not exactly what I pictured.
Eh, I get that a lot.
Short for Charlotte.
Oh, bad news. Your alternator
hasn't made it in yet.
- Really?
- Sorry.
They just keep coming.
Charlie, this is
Sam, Josh's brother.
He's here to make sure
you're not ripping off Josh.
Nice.
Wait, so that's why you're
here? I don't need your help.
No offense, but,
mechanics are notorious
for taking advantage of
someone who's not a local,
and ignorant when
it comes to cars.
Okay, hang on.
I wouldn't say that I'm
ignorant when it comes to cars.
I'm sorry. You look very nice.
Don't let my
looks deceive you.
So, wanna come watch
me change a battery?
Sure.
You wanna get some coffee?
Yes.
How long will it take?
Won't take too long,
but uh, take your time.
Been doing things on my own
Until you came along
But this feels
more like home
I think we belong
It's so different when
I'm finally seeing
life out on the range
And I'm loving this feeling
I think I could
let my heart run
I'm down for the
ride, let's saddle up
If you're by my side,
I'll take the jump
I could get used to this
So where'd you
learn how to do this?
My dad, this is his place.
I uh, run it for him.
He's in semi-retirement.
Him and my mom spend a
lotta time traveling.
I used to follow
him around in here
and watch everything he did.
When I was five, I could
change a set of spark plugs.
Well, I don't know what I
was doing when I was five,
but I know it
wasn't that useful.
By the way, I'm sorry
about what I said earlier
about mechanics.
Hey, it's true.
You gotta keep an eye on us.
So uh, how long are
you gonna be in town
taking care of Josh?
I don't know.
I heard he was waiting on a
new alternator to come in.
Ah, yeah, I could
put a rush on it,
but it's gonna be
an extra charge.
Nah, it's not necessary.
I can stick around
for a few days.
I could show you
around if you like.
Yeah, I'd like that.
Okay.
Hey, are you the new owner?
Yes, I'm Paisley.
Welcome to Bright Star.
I'm Laura. You must be
Johann's granddaughter.
I am. You knew my grandfather?
Our family comes out here
every year for the wagon ride.
And we're so thrilled
that you kept this going.
Well, I'm glad
to have you back.
Johann's done so much
for this community.
He'll be missed around here.
Thank you.
Hi.
Um, the photo you just took,
would you mind tagging us?
And then we can put you and
your family on our website.
I will, but let me
get a shot of you guys.
Uh, hang on one second.
Sam, come join us.
Say Bright Star.
Bright Star.
Hey Paisley.
Hi.
Thanks for the
invitation, huh?
Thanks for the new battery.
Anytime.
Paisley, come take a look.
Not too bad.
Not too bad? I look great.
I'll send these to you guys.
- Thank you.
- Thanks.
Okay, it looks
like we're all here.
So, if you'll go ahead and
take a seat, we'll get going.
I brought hot chocolate.
Ooh.
Hope you like it.
King, Virgil.
I just can't believe
that I'm in the mountains
driving a wagon.
It's so fun compared
to what I do in Denver.
I take the train to work.
Well, that sounds
like fun too.
No, no. No, it's not.
Then why do you do it?
Well, 'cause it's
the most efficient way
for me to get to
where I'm going.
And when you get to where
you're going, do you like it?
I guess so.
I really like,
I really like figuring
out how to help the client
and taking a
concept from nothing
into something that people
can see and share, that's it.
That's pretty cool.
Well, it's not driving a
wagon or anything like that.
Maybe I'll
let you drive next time.
I wanna take you
somewhere tomorrow.
Where?
You'll see.
You'll see, but
it's gonna be cold,
so you're gonna
have to dress warm.
Where are we going?
That was incredible.
Yeah?
Well, I'm glad you liked it.
'Cause if you're open to it,
they wanna do some
cross-promotions with the ranch.
How would that work?
Uh, well, a lotta tourists,
they're looking for more
than one unique experience
when they're in town.
So, they would promote
us on their website,
and we would promote
them on ours.
I would tell people
to come out here anyway.
It was so much fun.
Well, that's why they
invited us out here,
to see all of this.
Oh, but Paisley, I was thinking,
we could invite them
out to the ranch,
for a wagon ride,
something like that.
That's a great idea.
Let me get a photo,
uh, for the website.
No, you didn't.
Sounds like you and
Josh had a good time.
It was a work thing.
Yeah, you've said
that, like nine times.
Because it's true.
Admit it, you have
feelings for him.
He's going back to Denver
just as soon as he can,
so there's no reason for
anyone to feel anything,
because it wouldn't
make any difference.
Are you sure?
Don't say anything.
What would I say?
Hey, it's warmer in here.
If you'll
help Sam with the fire,
I'll make some hot chocolate.
Deal.
Oh, thank you.
Nice fire.
Thanks.
You ready to lose?
Not today.
You can go first, Paise.
You're the only one
who's called me Paise
since high school.
Yeah? What does
everyone else call you?
My grandpa called me Menska.
Menska?
It means "my
treasure" in Norwegian.
You want me to
call you Menska?
Paise is fine.
So Charlie and I
are going out later
if you guys wanna come.
You and Charlie
are friends, right?
And I wanna spend
time with my brother.
Yeah, that sounds fun.
Okay.
Hello.
I didn't expect
to see you two here.
Oh, we're always
here on Wednesdays.
They have half-price
burgers and dancing.
And you must be
Josh's brother?
Yes, ma'am.
Thank you for your service.
You come by the cafe
and you eat for free.
I might take you up on that.
You better.
Charlie, you tell him
all about our famous
chicken fried steak.
Oh my god, it really is.
Come on, Dot, let's let these
kids get back to their date.
So, Charlie and I are
going skiing on Friday.
You guys wanna go?
I can watch the
ranch if you wanna go.
That sounds like
fun, but I can't.
Josh, you wanna go?
I would love to, but I
have to get some work done.
We tried. Come
on, let's dance.
Please tell me you
remember this one?
Uh-uh.
No.
Come dance with me.
No.
Yes. Yes, yes, yes, please.
Come on.
Fine.
Up to the hotel
room of my fiance
But I never made it
there 'cause she come
Tearing through my
life like a tornado
Coming on hotter
than a baked potato
She spin me around
then, see ya later
Wanna hate her but
I love her instead
Let's go
Well I lost my job
and all of my money
Most of my friends
and half of my mind
I'm so messed up
it's a little funny
Man, I though for
sure that she was mine
But now I'm alone
That was fun.
Pickin up the pieces
of my busted life
That brought back memories.
Okay, so I don't know if
there's a limit to apologies,
but I'm really sorry
about how I handled things
when I was young and stupid.
It's okay. We both were.
Just, when I left for school,
I thought that either
you were gonna come visit
or I was gonna come
back after school.
But you never came back.
I know. And then after
college I got the job.
And then that was that.
And then you were already
dating someone else.
You kept track of me?
Uh.
No, I wouldn't
exactly call it that.
But, Sam is really good at
knowing your dating status.
Yeah. He's pretty handy
to have around, isn't he?
Yeah.
I may have asked
about you once or twice.
Really?
You were engaged.
Yeah.
What happened?
I don't know. Nick was great.
It just wasn't right.
Nick. I don't like him.
You don't even know him.
Come on, let's play pool.
I know enough.
So, why haven't you ever
mentioned Josh before?
Uh, because Josh hasn't been
around for the last 10 years.
Looks like you're picking
up right where you left off.
That song just brought
back a lot of old memories.
Must've been some
good ones, huh?
They were.
Hey, so Sam is the
sweetest guy I've ever dated.
Do I owe you like,
a finder's fee?
Sam's definitely a good guy.
But you two never dated?
Actually, he's
more like a brother.
All right, who's next?
You?
Okay.
So, what are we looking for?
Um.
Here, we're gonna start.
Start where?
Uh, down here.
Sorry, I thought I saw Bree.
You thought Bree was shopping
for hardware in Montana?
Uh, yeah.
Well, no. No, I, I guess not.
Maybe you should just
call her, clear the air.
You could obviously
use the closure.
Well, thank you for
the relationship advice.
I already tried. Hold these.
Didn't help?
No, she's not responding
to my calls or my texts.
Oh, well then I think
you have your answer.
You are free to move on.
I never said I
wanted to move on.
Your face did.
Anyway, I think this is
all we need to fix the wagon
for the hayrides.
Yeah, the uh, clicky things.
So what's next?
Uh, we've got one more
stop to make on the way back.
That's it.
Can you put this on a necklace?
Sure.
Did you wanna do silver or gold?
Silver, please.
Okay.
All right, let me grab
couple of chain styles
to choose from.
- Thank you.
- Mm-hm.
This would be perfect.
I can have this done for
you by Friday. Does that work?
Yeah, thank you.
Hey Sam, you ready to go?
Yeah, I think I'm gonna
get this for Charlie.
You've known her
for less than a week.
Oh, so I should
be more like you,
like a girl for 10 years
and then get her a gift?
What Paisley and I
have is complicated.
I know. I'm sorry,
what's complicated?
You like her, right?
I don't wanna see you
get your heart trampled.
I made it back from war.
I'm pretty sure I can manage.
I know, but I'm
still your big brother.
It's my job to protect you.
Well, you don't have to
be my big brother anymore.
I'm all grown up.
Yeah, but you still act like
my annoying little brother.
Tell you what, how
'bout I work on being
a little less annoying,
and you work on staying
out of my love life.
Wait. Now you love her?
Ah, it's just an expression.
Well, it's a good thing
I'm here to take care of you.
You'll end up married
by the end of the week.
Would that be
such a bad thing?
All right. So look at me.
You have to have
one hand right here,
and then you have to
brush like this, okay?
You wanna try it?
You can let go.
He likes it!
Good job.
Okay, I think he likes this.
I think he'd like this, okay?
You wanna have one hand,
and you just wanna brush.
Josh, you ready to go?
Yeah. Are you?
Yeah, that's why I
asked if you were ready.
What, is something wrong?
Um, I would just, you know.
No, I don't know.
Wear something other
than jeans and a flannel.
I'm going to get money for
the ranch. This is how I dress.
Okay, you're right. I
wouldn't change a thing.
Fine.
She'll thank us later.
Don't look at me.
You're making me nervous.
Sorry.
Sorry.
I don't know why I let you
talk me into wearing this.
I'm not comfortable, and
when I'm not comfortable,
I can't focus.
Hey, you look
great, you look great.
Just trust me. You look like
someone who means business.
You look good.
Have you got
the shopping list?
Yes, I have the shopping list.
You got this.
Yeah.
Morning, ma'am,
I'll be right with...
Paisley? I didn't recognize you.
Are you going to a funeral?
Uh, no, I have my
meeting. Remember?
Oh, yeah.
Ms. Sheridan.
It's nice to see
you, Mr. Marshall.
Likewise. Would
you please follow me.
Would you please have
a seat, Ms. Sheridan.
Would you like some coffee?
Um, no, thank you.
I've recently acquired
the assistance
of a marketing professional
from an agency in Denver.
He's redesigned my logo
and came up with new ideas
to promote the ranch.
Oh, let's have a look.
Nice.
Very nice.
And you were able
to hire an agency?
On trade, room and
board at the ranch.
I admire your
resourcefulness, Ms. Sheridan.
Thank you, sir.
Unfortunately, we won't
be able to offer you a loan
at this time.
Um, why?
The risk factor is too high.
What does that mean?
We look at the success
of similar businesses,
and factor in the amount of
revenue that it would take
for you to repay back the loan.
I already have
kids that wanna come,
and people that wanna volunteer.
I, I understand that
you're disappointed,
but it looks to me that
you're gonna do just fine.
The new logo and your marketing
are really, really sharp.
I know, I know I
can make this work.
I'm sorry.
Well, what if you didn't
give me the full amount?
Instead of 350,000, what
if I asked for 250,000?
I'm afraid it doesn't work
like that, Ms. Sheridan.
But I do wish you the best
of luck on your ranch.
With your resourcefulness,
I have no doubt
that you will figure out
a way to get your business
off the ground.
Thank you.
What happened?
Hey.
I'm sorry.
Did you lose something?
Yeah, my mind.
I can't believe I actually
dressed up for that guy.
I am never, ever
wearing heels again.
Just drive, please.
He said it was too risky.
Then we'll figure
out another way.
That's what he said.
Sorry.
That was my plan B.
I know how you feel.
Do you?
Because it looks like you
always get what you want.
Like I get what I want?
If Marcus doesn't clear my name,
no other agency
is gonna hire me.
You had a setback.
I'm sure your boss will
figure out what happened.
I was so sure I was getting
the money to finish.
If you're so convinced
I'm gonna get my job back,
why don't you let me
loan you the money?
Uh-uh, absolutely not. I'm
not taking money from you.
No, no, you're
not taking my money.
You're letting me invest.
This is my dream, not yours.
I know. I know.
But that doesn't mean other
people can't share your dream.
Big organizations, they
do it all the time.
They find people who care
about what they care about.
I've been to dozens of
fundraisers in Denver
where the ticket
prices were ridiculous,
but the money goes to a good
cause, so, nobody cares.
I don't run in the same
crowds as you do, Josh.
When the receptionist
saw me dressed like this,
she thought I was
going to a funeral.
Okay, so then
do something here
that shows off Bright Star.
You could host
something in the barn.
Lots of people come to
Big Sky for the winter.
Lots of people with money.
So why don't you give
them an opportunity
to fund your summer camp?
I don't know how to
throw a fancy fundraiser.
Think of it like a
really big princess party.
Yeah, I guess I can do that.
We can even do
a silent auction.
We can get some of
the local businesses
to donate some items.
That could work.
Okay.
This looks delicious.
You do the frosting, and
I'll place 'em in the oven.
Where do you want them?
Uh, right over here.
This is my favorite part.
I like this idea.
I do too.
It's a nice little
touch to give a gift
when you're asking
for a donation.
You're gonna need a
taste tester though.
If you want them to donate,
then it has to be
a good cupcake.
How is it?
I'm gonna need another bite.
- Charlie.
- Mm-hmm?
Thank you so much
for helping with this.
You're welcome.
That's what friends
are for, right?
Here are the donation forms.
Josh and I will take
this side of the street.
Sam, why don't you and
Charlie take the other.
Okay. So do they get a cupcake
even if they don't donate?
Yeah. Give them a
cupcake and a form.
Maybe they'll tell someone else.
All right, on it.
See you guys later.
Thank you.
Okay, let's go.
So I'm pretty sure
this is our last batch.
I think so too.
I can't believe how
everyone has pitched in
to make this happen.
Letting us borrow decorations
and donating food.
Oh, I even sent out
some press releases,
so we should be getting
some buzz soon too.
Thank you. Seriously.
We already have 20 donations
for the silent auction.
There's trips, gift certificates,
a spa day, balloon ride.
And people are even donating
scholarships for the camp.
I mean, this is incredible.
I think I'm gonna
bid on all of 'em.
Wouldn't that be a
conflict of interest?
Uh, you're probably right.
Can I at least donate
to the scholarship fund?
You can, but you've
already given so much,
like the website.
I love the new design.
You did an amazing job.
Really? Well, thank you.
Hey, I was thinking about
inviting my parents.
What do you think?
That's a great idea.
Perfect, 'cause I told my
mom we'd FaceTime her today.
Like now?
Right now.
Hi, baby.
Hey, Mom. How are you?
I'm good. Where are you?
Hi, Mrs. Lake.
Paisley! Oh, it's
so good to see you.
You too.
So Mom, Paisley and I were
planning the Cowboy Ball,
and wanted to know if you
and Dad could come and help.
Are you kidding? That
sounds like a blast.
Yes. Forward me the details.
I'll pass it along
to Tracen and Emily.
Maybe they can come too.
Oh, that would be
fun, wouldn't it?
It's a deal, we're coming.
All right, see you soon.
Thanks, Mom. All right.
Bye.
Bye. I love you.
Bye.
This is really happening,
isn't it?
I'm Kyle Gray from KBCK.
Thanks for coming out guys.
Yeah.
Come on in.
I appreciate you
letting us swing by now.
We just came from the resort,
doing a piece on the ski
patrol and their rescue dogs.
Well, thank you.
We really appreciate you guys
taking the time to be here.
Okay, so Gary's
going to be filming
while I ask you a few questions.
Okay.
Your names?
Um, Paisley Sheridan.
Josh Lake.
Can you tell us about the
ball and what that's all about?
We'd love to. Yeah.
Paisley is the new owner
of Bright Star Ranch,
and she's gonna be turning
it into a retreat center
and a camp for kids
Tickets for the Bright Star
Ball will be raising money
to help her get it started.
So, this is Paisley's project,
so she can tell
you all about it.
Ms. Sheridan, have you
always wanted to run a camp?
As a little girl,
my two favorite places
were summer camp with friends,
and the other was here on the
ranch with my grandparents.
We rode horses and went
fishing and had campfires.
I never imagined I'd
have the opportunity
to combine my two
favorite places,
but at Bright Star, through
nature and equine therapy,
I'd hope to be able
to make a difference
in children's lives.
That was great.
Now we have a lot of horse
people here in Montana
that are going to
want to help you.
How'd you come up with the
idea for the Bright Star Ball?
Oh, Josh is helping me with
marketing. It was his idea.
Tell us a little
bit about the ball.
What should we expect?
There's gonna be
a lot of great food,
wonderful music, and dancing.
And there's a silent auction
with lots of great items
donated by local businesses.
It's gonna be a lotta fun.
Excuse me. I'll be right back.
That's perfect.
Nice, yeah right there.
Hey, can we get you in
the photo, Mr. Lake?
Sure. Yeah.
Great.
Oh yeah, that looks
great. Perfect.
You really think people
are gonna pay that much
for a ticket to a dance?
Yes, they do it all the time.
I've only sold two so far.
One was to the man who
turned down my loan.
I think he felt bad.
Next year we'll start
promoting the ball much earlier.
Oops. It's on.
As a little girl,
my two favorite places
were summer camp with friends,
and the other was here on the
ranch with my grandparents.
Tell us a little
bit about the ball.
What should we expect?
There's gonna be
a lot of great food,
wonderful music, and dancing.
And there's a silent auction.
It's gonna be a lotta fun.
That was a great interview.
Thanks.
You guys look good on TVs.
Stop it.
Hey, Paisley.
You gotta see this.
Is it good or bad?
Just come here.
I just wanna have enough
people to break even.
Dot and Annabel are
already ordering food.
Well, I hope they
ordered enough.
We're sold out?
You're out of ice cream.
I'm gonna see if Charlie
wants to go grab some.
Um, that's a good
idea. I'll go with you.
Let me grab my purse.
I didn't ask her
to come with me.
This way, I can
tell Dot and Annabel
they need to up their order.
That's a great idea.
Don't say anything.
I needed some air.
Why can't you just be
honest? At least with me.
Because, this isn't going
anywhere, we both know it.
So I'd rather not be miserable
when he leaves. Okay?
There you go.
Thank you.
We saw you on TV.
We sold all the tickets.
Can you believe it?
- Wow.
- Paisley, that's wonderful.
Oh, I forgot my notebook in
the truck. I'll be right back.
Mm-hmm.
So Paisley's in
love with Josh.
Ah, I knew it.
But he doesn't love her?
Oh, of course he loves her.
Why wouldn't he love her?
No, he does.
But he won't tell her,
and she won't tell him,
and I've been sworn to secrecy,
so, it's down to you two.
How much barbecue
did we order?
Oh, don't worry
about the food,
we've got more than enough.
We were expecting
you all to sell out.
You were?
Mm-hmm.
Sam, could you
help me out back?
I've got some heavy
boxes I need help moving.
I'm on it.
I just hope I don't
forget anything.
What are you gonna wear?
Um, I thought I'd wear jeans
since I'm gonna help
you guys serve food.
Oh, fiddlesticks.
You can't do that,
you're the host.
Okay then, I'll wear a
nice sweater and curl my hair
if that makes you feel better.
I just don't have
time to go shopping.
I was afraid you
might say that.
I have an old dress that
I know will fit you.
No, no, that's not necessary.
I can find something in
my closet I can wear.
Wait here. Wait here.
You ready?
I'm waiting for Annabel.
She's getting me a dress
to wear to the ball.
I know what dress
she's talking about.
Annabel, it's beautiful.
I wore this for my
engagement party 50 years ago,
this month.
Well, I can't possibly,
it's too valuable.
Yes, you can.
And here's something for
you to wear in your hair.
Paise, you've got
two fairy godmothers.
I know.
Okay.
Thank you.
Sure you don't want
me to just do it?
No, I got it.
So, sounds like you're
planning on sticking around
a little bit after what
you said last night
about helping plan the
ball again next year.
Yeah. I can always come
back next year and help.
I don't have to live here.
You could, but I'm not sure
that's how Paise heard it.
Of course, I'd love
to say with Paisley,
it's been amazing, but
it's not that easy.
Why you always gotta
make things so hard?
Because it's everything
that I've ever worked for.
Not to mention,
it's a lotta money.
I'd be letting down
my entire company.
Then it sounds like you
already made up your mind.
Coming down.
Hi. Come on in.
Hi.
I can't believe you did this.
Well, you gotta eat.
You got too much on
your plate, so to speak,
to be worried about
feeding Josh's parents.
Thank you.
If they're not here soon,
just pop it in the oven.
It'll stay warm.
We're gonna go ahead and
get things set up in the barn,
so if you need
anything, just holler.
I will. Thank you, ladies.
I'll see you later.
Okay. Bye-bye.
- Baby!
- Mom.
Hi. Oh, oh sweetie.
Dad, good to see you.
Ah, sweetheart. Oh,
it's been too long.
Your place is gorgeous.
Thank you.
Good for you, putting
these two to work.
I'm been trying to do
that for a long time.
Oh Emily, this is Paisley
Sheridan, she runs the place.
Paisley, this is Emily.
She puts up with Tracen.
Hi, I'm so glad
you could make it.
We are too. So
nice to meet you.
I'm Tracen.
Yes. Nice to see you again.
Annabel and Dot
delivered breakfast,
so I hope you guys
haven't eaten yet.
Oh, no.
Marianne was so anxious
she wouldn't let us stop.
I know you have so much
to do, and we wanna help.
Thank you. And yes,
I have a long list.
Just tell us what to do.
Well, why don't we eat, and
then we can show them around?
Let me get it.
It's probably just someone
looking for directions.
Please give me your coats.
Make yourselves at home.
There's bacon and
eggs, and on my gosh.
Dot and Annabel make the best.
Bright Star this is Josh.
Josh, it's Marcus.
Marcus? How are you?
I'm good. I'm good.
What's going on?
Look, man, I've
got some news for you.
We found out who it was
that leaked your reports
to the Rogers Agency.
Who was it?
It was Bree.
Bree? Well I can't
believe she'd do that.
Obviously she's
no longer with us.
But I've got some good news.
Mr. Cooper has decided
to move forward,
and insists on working with you.
Uh, yeah, yeah,
that is great news.
He's coming in to
sign the contract
first thing tomorrow morning.
So, we'll see you here
tomorrow at eight.
I understand, and I'd,
I'd love to be there,
but I'm helping a friend
with a fundraiser,
and the event is
literally tonight.
My entire family drove
down from Sun Valley.
I'll tell you what.
I'm gonna make a donation
to your friend's fundraiser,
a large one.
Don't even care what it's for,
as long as you're seated
at the conference table
tomorrow morning at eight.
I'll be there.
Are you coming?
That, that was my
boss on the phone.
I have to be back
in the morning.
But you can stay for the ball?
I'd love to, but
you'll be fine.
My family's, my
family's here to help.
Yeah.
My boss said he's gonna
make a large donation
to Bright Star.
That's great.
We both got what we wanted then.
Yeah, I guess we did.
Well, it sounds like the
deliveries are here, so.
Paisley.
Yeah?
Good luck with everything.
You too.
Give this to Paisley for me?
Eh, you should give it to her.
We already said our goodbyes.
Take care.
You too.
You know, after your
grandmother passed,
Johann and I became quite close.
I'm glad he had you.
He asked me to marry him.
He never said anything.
Because I told him no.
Why?
I was afraid.
I'd already lost
one husband, and,
I didn't wanna feel
that pain again.
Annabel, I'm sorry.
I missed out on
a lotta happiness
trying to protect my heart.
And then when he died,
it hurt so bad anyway.
And I realized that we had
wasted all of those years
that we could've had together.
Did Sam tell you to
tell me that story?
No. No one knows,
not even Dot.
I'm telling you this
because I think you and Josh
still have the possibility
of a happy ending.
No we can't.
He's going back to his life
and he'll forget all about
Bright Star and me.
Don't forget, menska,
you are a treasure.
And I can tell by the
way Josh looks at you,
he knows that too.
"If you have something
good in your life,
don't let it go."
I wanted to take a
minute and say thank you
for spending this evening
at Bright Star Ranch.
To all my dear friends
that have shown up
and worked so hard
donating your time,
and the local businesses that
have donated decorations,
food, and items for
the silent auction,
I could not have done
this without you.
It's been my dream to help
children through equine therapy
here at the ranch, but it was
a friend who encouraged me
to let others share
in on my dream.
So I just wanted
to say thank you
for sharing this dream with me.
And don't forget to bid
on your favorite items.
All the love we didn't use
All the time we used to lose
All the lies that
we said to us
All the pain we said
that didn't hurt
All the fear you left behind
All the brave I said I was
May I have this dance?
Is there such
thing as destiny?
You look incredible.
Thanks. I thought you were
supposed to be somewhere else.
I can't think of
anywhere else I'd rather be
than right here with you.
What about Denver?
I'm not going back.
Why?
Because you're not there.
Josh, you can't give up
everything you've worked for.
That's your dream.
I had a lotta time to think
about what I really want,
and how to make it happen.
So when I finally
got cell service,
I called the client directly,
and I invited him out here
to Big Sky to go skiing
as my guest at the resort.
And, he agreed?
Yeah, he actually
really loved the idea.
He prefers the mountains
over the office setting.
He wants to come out here
to sign the contract.
That's great.
But you'll eventually
have to go back.
I called Marcus and I
told him that I would sign
the contract, but only if
he'd let me work from here.
If that's okay with you.
It took awhile too
But I realize it's
always been you
It's always been you
I can still hire a real
ranch hand though, right?
Definitely.
Guys, you just hit your goal.
You're serious?
- Yes!
- Yeah.
Paisley.
What's the occasion?
No occasion. I just wanted to.
Where'd you find this?
I had it made, just for you.
Because you shine just as bright
as the Montana stars at night.
Let me put it on.
I love it. Thank you.
Since you're sticking around,
I've got something for you too.
Oh yeah? What is it?
Dude, she's giving
you the horse.
You're giving me Butch?
If you're staying in Montana,
you've gotta have a horse.
You wanna take him for a spin?
You think you can keep up?
Oh.
You ready?