The Least of These: A Christmas Story (2018) Movie Script
And that's why we
celebrate Christmas.
It's the birth of Jesus Christ.
So, Christmas
is Jesus' birthday?
That's right, baby girl.
You got it.
Where did Jesus live?
What?
He didn't really have
a place to live, did he?
It's time to go
to sleep now, baby.
I love you.
Let's say our prayers, okay?
Okay.
All right.
Dear Lord Jesus,
thank you for all
your blessings.
You, Lord, are our provider.
We ask that you continue
providing for us and keep us safe.
Oh God, we thank you
that we have each other.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Amen.
Katy, come on, quit playing.
Come on now.
- But Momma!
- You're gonna be late
for school.
- But Momma.
- Jack is gonna
have breakfast for you
when you get out there.
And always remember
to thank him.
But Mom, I said I need
a tablet for school.
What?
Hey Rose, you got a table.
Oh my gosh.
- Don't worry about it.
- I can take care of this.
Are you sure?
I just need to dry her
and put her hair up.
No problem.
Thank you, I
gotta go earn a tablet.
Well then you better make nice.
Oh, I'm sorry.
I'm so sorry.
Hey, what can I get ya?
That's usually my line.
Cute, what can I get you?
Did somebody put a lump
of coal in your stocking?
The only thing
that's been in these stocking
the last few years
has been sore feet.
What can I get ya?
Now see, that's funny.
Okay, give me the
Santa Sunrise Special.
Anything else?
No thanks, Velma.
I grabbed the wrong name tag.
It's Rose.
Well, Rose, nice to meet you.
You too.
I'm Santa.
Of course you are.
Order up, Dot.
Coffee?
I'm only seven.
I see.
I had you pegged
for at least eight.
Momma says I'm
mature for my age.
How old are you?
I'm as old as Christmas.
Did you know Jesus?
No, no.
No, he was over in Bethlehem.
I was up there.
North.
Pole.
Long ways.
Do you visit
everybody in the world?
Of course I do.
Everybody deserves
something for Christmas.
I thought you had a list.
You know, a good
list and a bad list.
Sure, I do.
But there just
aren't that many kids
that are so bad I wouldn't
visit 'em at Christmas.
They have to be pretty
darn bad, don't you think?
Bye.
Bro, what is wrong with you?
Excuse me.
Not everybody
believes in Santa Claus.
Nor do they need to.
Do you really feel
like your little thing
of balancing of scales, if
you're good, you get a gift,
if you're naughty, you
don't get anything?
Is that working
out for everybody?
More coffee, Santa?
- Excuse me.
- No!
No, I don't think I can.
That's more of that
Christmas spirit.
Look, I just came in
here for breakfast,
spread a little Christmas cheer.
Wow and you're
the professional?
I don't understand
any of this.
Okay.
Rose is a special
person around here.
And so is that little girl.
She's a single mom.
She can't buy groceries,
much less Christmas presents.
Sugar?
Diet.
Listen, that little girl
didn't choose this road.
When Rose came here, she
wasn't looking for a job.
She wanted to wash
dishes or clean,
anything it took
to get Katy a meal.
One single meal.
Jack fed them both and
gave Rose this job.
How does this happen?
Katy's a good kid.
She doesn't have Christmas.
A lot of kids don't.
You ever worked a farm?
Order up, Dot.
Coming.
You know, growing up
when a fence was down,
my dad would fix it
because if he didn't,
the cattle would get out.
You see, fences don't
keep bad things out,
they keep good things in.
There ain't no bad kids, Santa.
There just aren't
many fence menders.
Star of Bethlehem shine on
It came upon the
midnight clear
That glorious song of old
Santa!
From angels bending
near the earth
Merry Christmas.
I was going to mail it.
Dear Santa, thank you
for talking to me today.
Mommy says I shouldn't
believe in you,
but she's just sad, I think.
I wish she would believe in you.
Maybe she would be happy.
Believing in you makes me happy.
I am going to try to be
extra good this year.
I wrote you a letter
last year and mailed it,
but you didn't come.
Maybe you didn't get it.
Or maybe I was on the bad list.
That's why I wanted to give
you this letter myself.
Now I know if you come,
that I was a good girl.
But if you don't,
I will know why.
Say hello to Mrs. Santa.
Do you have any children?
Love, Katy Elizabeth Yates.
P.S. I drew you a picture of
what I want for Christmas.
I hope it's not too late.
Oh hey, Charley.
Dinner's almost ready.
I'll eat later.
Where are you going?
Where are you going?
Nancy, I can't
do this anymore.
Do what?
Be Santa.
I'm no Santa.
Charley?
Santa!
Silent night
Holy night
All is calm
And all is bright
Round yon virgin
Mother and child
Holy infant so
tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Merry Christmas!
Sleep in heavenly peace
Silent Night
Holy Night
I am Santa Claus.
I'm Santa.
Mm-hm.
I'm serious, I'm Santa.
Well of course
you are, Charley.
You have been ever
since you joined
the Salvation Army 14 years ago.
No, Nanc.
No.
I mean, I really am Santa Claus.
Uh-huh.
All right, who's Santa?
He's the jolly old soul
who's lives at the North Pole
who's got the really cute
wife named Mrs. Claus.
He has tons of elves.
They make toys all year long.
He delivers them
on Christmas Eve.
Aside from that, who's Santa?
All right, Santa
spreads Christmas cheer.
He brings joy and
laughter to the kids.
He triggers the most incredible,
incredible childhood
memories in adults.
His face stops tears, Nanc.
He's a man put on this Earth
for a little girl to believe in
when she's got
nothing else going on.
And...
He brings presents.
Right.
Did you get everything you
asked for for Christmas?
Not until I
married you, Charley.
Case closed, I'm Santa.
I love you, Charley.
I bet you do now that
you know who I really am.
Mom, I'm drowning!
You haven't even eaten yet,
and the bus is gonna
be here any minute.
What are you doing
with comb in there?
I'm drowning!
Oh, don't be so dramatic.
Okay, come on.
It's in my eyes.
Rose, he's here again
and he asked for you.
Who?
Well, it ain't the Easter Bunny.
Can you take over here?
Can't, hun, I'm swamped.
Katy, we're late.
The bus is gonna
be here any minute.
I'm gonna have breakfast
for you outside.
Finish your hair.
Do not sit here and mess around.
We're gonna rock
this Christmas in
We're gonna rock
this Christmas out
We're gonna sing and swing
and let the glasses cling
While the reindeer
run around
We're gonna rock
this Christmas
Rock it in and out
I'll be your jolly Santa
If you'll be my Mrs. Claus
We'll bang on that piano
Hey Rose.
Santa.
I'd like to Katy for just a
little bit if you don't mind.
We're gonna rock
this Christmas in
We're gonna rock
this Christmas out
We're gonna sing and swing
and let the glasses cling
While the reindeer
run around
We're gonna rock
this Christmas
Rock it in and out
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
You want some coffee?
That's right, you're only seven.
I like your hair.
I did it myself.
It's nice.
Did you read my letter?
Yes, I did.
It was wonderful, thank you.
Well, can you tell
what list I'm on?
Katy, you've never
been on the bad list.
Then why haven't you
ever brought me anything?
Katy, why do you
like to believe in me?
It makes me happy.
Yeah.
Did you ever get
your mom something?
Flowers.
Was she happy?
Okay, is your mom happy even
when you don't get her flowers?
Of course.
Okay.
That's joy, Katy.
You bring your mom joy,
just because you're you.
And Katy, I bring you
something every year, too.
Joy?
That's right.
Katy, bus, baby.
Did you understand?
Uh-huh, you brought me
happy thoughts every year.
Right.
Would you mind bringing
me a toy this year?
What is that?
Look who came in.
Oh, good diversion.
Oh, he's looking
at your paintings.
Here he comes.
He's coming.
Shut up.
Hey Jack.
Hey.
How are ya?
I'm doing just fine.
Back again for another one.
That makes three paintings.
- $200, right?
- $200.
Great.
You sure that's $200?
Positive.
Okay, thank you very much.
- Thank you.
- And he's cute.
Rose, why don't you
let me tell everyone
that you're the artist?
Jack.
Everyone just wants to know
who paints those
beautiful pictures.
You're sweet.
I know that.
Give me that money.
Are you okay?
Yeah, I'm all right.
I'm all right.
It just, it's so different here.
You knew it would be.
It's a small town, Charley.
It's not Cincinnati.
Are you happy here?
Yeah.
It's real, you know?
You miss the snow
this time of year?
Yes, yeah.
Snow made it way easier to
get my sleigh off the ground
that's for sure.
No, thank you.
I'm good, thank you.
You guys enjoy.
Alrighty.
Merry Christmas.
I love it when you say that.
Speaking of Christmas.
I got you covered.
Actually, I was
wondering how Katy was.
Yeah.
Yeah, she's a tough one.
You know, she may be
only seven years old,
but she ain't seven years old.
Smart?
Yeah but wise, you know?
And Nancy, I think she's trying
to reach out to
me for something.
I think she needs something.
Every time I've tried
to reach her, I failed.
Born is the King of Israel
Remind you of someone?
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Maybe.
Born is the King of Israel
Want another fritter?
Thinking about way back when
Memories playing over again
Friends and
family joining in
And making me smile
Like a kid at Christmas
Kid at Christmas time
I can see the Christmas tree
Shining so bright
in front of me
Never forget the
way it seemed
It all was right
For a kid at Christmas
Kid at Christmas time
So much joy and celebration
In our home because a child
was born for our salvation
Sent from up above
Heavenly host of
angels singing
Shepherds and three wise men
Follow the brightest
shining star
That lead them to witness
a kid at Christmas time
Sometimes I move too fast
Forget to take my
foot off the gas
Just need to
take a step back
And live my life like
a kid at Christmas
Kid at Christmas time
And so in closing
tonight and in the spirit
of the Christmas season,
I would remind you
of the word spoken by
Jesus Christ himself
in the gospel of
Matthew chapter 25.
He said for I was hungry
and you gave me food.
I was thirsty and
you gave me drink.
I was a stranger
and you took me in.
I was naked and you clothed me.
I was sick and you visited me.
I was imprisoned
and you came to me.
Then the righteous
will answer Him saying,
Lord, when did we see
you hungry and feed you,
or thirsty and give you drink?
When did we see you a
stranger and take you in
or naked and clothed you?
Or when did we see
you sick or imprisoned
and come to you?
And the King will
answer and say to them,
certainly I say to you,
in as much you did to one
of the least of these,
my brethren, you did it to me.
And so to everyone within the
sound of my voice tonight,
I would say reach out
to the least of these
in this season of
giving and love.
And I bid you all good night.
And to all a very,
very merry Christmas.
All right, baby, let's
get ready for bed, okay?
Can I pray tonight?
Okay.
Ready?
Dear God, thank you for my mom
and all of our blessings.
Lord, I heard the
preacher on the radio say
that what we do to the least
of these, we do to you.
Lord, who are the
least of these?
Show me so that I can
do something for you.
God bless my mom and Dot
and everybody at the diner.
Bless all my teachers
except Miss Hastings.
Katy.
She gives me
too much homework.
And she whistles through
her nose when she breaths.
Well.
Bless Miss Hastings.
Keep us safe tonight, Lord.
And merry Christmas.
Amen.
Katy, baby, good morning.
It's time to wake up.
Katy, baby, wake up.
Katy?
Katy!
Katy!
Katy, Katy?
Katy!
Katy, Katy.
Katy!
Katy.
Katy!
Katy!
Katy, Katy.
Katy, Katy, Katy, Katy.
Katy!
Katy, Katy!
Katy Elizabeth!
Katy!
Katy.
Katy!
Katy!
Katy?
No, Katy, Katy, Katy.
Baby, baby, can you hear me?
Katy?
Are you okay?
Katy!
No, no.
Rose.
What happened?
I don't know.
She use to do this
when she was little,
but it's been forever ago.
She was like a toddler
last time it happened.
What?
I put her to bed,
said good night,
I went to sleep, and
then I heard glass
or something break in the
kitchen and I couldn't find her.
And so I went downstairs
and there she was
in the middle of
the kitchen floor.
I don't know how you got there.
I don't know why it
has to be like this.
- It's gonna be okay.
- I don't know
- why it has to be.
- It's gonna be all right.
Hey, it looks like
she's gonna be just fine.
But I do need to get some
personal information from you.
If you could, step
over here at the desk
and I'll ask you some of
those questions, okay?
Okay.
What I need to go ahead
and get is Katy's full name.
Katy Elizabeth Yates.
And your full name.
Katherine Rose Phelps.
She has my first name
and her dad's last name.
And a home address.
We just, um, we just moved.
So, I can't remember
the address.
2728 Hawthorne Circle.
Fayetteville, Tennessee.
Christmas card.
Thank you.
You bet.
You're welcome to have a seat
and the doctor will come
visit you shortly, okay?
All right, thank you.
She's amazing.
The most.
Adorable tree.
Ah yeah, that
would be Mrs. Claus.
She's the decorator here.
She loves Christmas
about as much as I do.
You want to know the truth?
I'm not allowed to
touch that tree.
Not one ornament.
Hey.
- Seriously.
- Thank you.
I can't lay a
finger on that tree.
Hey, let me know if
that's hot enough.
Thanks.
- Hey.
- Hey.
There are a lot of groceries
out there in the car.
Oh, let me help you.
Absolutely not.
You have had a day.
Besides, Charley's use
to carrying packages.
I bet he is.
In the living room there
stands on old spruce tree
What causes this
family strange behavior
All right, I wanna
hear all about it.
I guess it's just
that time of year
How is Katy?
She's okay.
She is upstairs sleeping and
they say she's gonna be fine.
So, we're just, phew.
That is good news.
Yeah.
Now my next question
is, how you doing?
I'm actually good.
I just, I can't thank
you and Charley enough
for what you're doing for us.
I just need a little time
to get back on my feet.
You stay as long as
you need to, all right?
What kind of people would
we be to not give a mother
and a child a place to
stay at Christmas time?
You know, the truth of it is,
we're so incredibly blessed.
I mean, Charley and I
both worked all our lives
and you know,
earned what we have,
but along the way so many
people gave us opportunities
and thankfully we had the health
to pursue those opportunities.
And Rose, you're not
asking for a handout.
You're working really
hard to provide
for that little girl upstairs.
So you, my dear, have nothing
to be ashamed of, all right?
Plus you know what?
It feels good to have
people in the house.
Stay as long as you
need to, all right?
Stay as long as you need to.
Thank you.
It's a beautiful family.
Yeah.
Ho, ho, ho!
Does anyone how to
call up Saint Nick
I wrote the note for
concerning something to fix
We need Christmas
more than once a year
New Years is swell but
it's not quite the same
And cupid means well but
he's got terrible aim
March is boring,
April's boring
May has got my
allergies blowing
Oh I'd be fine with
Christmas time all year
Don't you look nice.
Uh-huh.
You feeling any better?
The doctor says I
can go back to school.
Well, you must be
feeling pretty good then.
More coffee?
Please.
Sugar.
Give that a good stir.
Do you ever have
someone you miss
but don't really want to see?
I miss my dad.
You don't wanna see him?
No.
I mean, I'd like to but...
Do you have someone like that?
Yeah, I do, sort of.
Your dad?
No.
My son.
Is he a bad person too?
I mean, like my dad?
No, no.
He's a good man.
We don't get along.
How long has it been
since you've seen him?
Well, six, many seven years.
Oh, you mean you
didn't get along.
Six or seven years
is a long time.
People change a lot.
In sevens years,
I went from a baby
who didn't even know not
to poop on herself to this.
I can walk, talk, go to
school, read, and write.
Maybe you should call him.
Maybe he's changed.
Maybe you've changed.
Katy, that's a lot of time.
A lot of time's gone by.
There's also a lot
of unforgiveness.
You or him?
I guess you.
Well, what makes
you say it's me?
Well, if you haven't seen
him in six or seven years,
how'd you know he
hasn't forgiven you?
Look, Katy, you
don't understand.
- Adults have...
- Mom says
unforgiveness is
bad for everybody.
She says when you
don't forgive someone,
it's like holding them prisoner.
She also says when there's
isn't forgiven, nobody's free.
You have to guard your prisoner
and so the only way for you
to be free is to free him.
Katy, bus.
Yuck!
Call him.
Free yourself.
All right, baby.
Would you like more coffee, sir?
No, no, thank you.
Why don't you give me her's too?
Oh, that's sweet, Charley.
That would've cost me
a fortune anywhere else.
There'll be no more sorrow
No grief and pain
Are you done with
your food, baby?
- Yeah.
- Okay.
'Cause I'll be happy,
happy once again
Hey Jack.
Hey there.
Rose, could you take
care of this customer?
Yeah.
I'm the cook.
Hi, do you wanna
sit down or...
I'm just gonna grab a
coffee if you don't mind.
Okay, okay.
Get that in just a second.
You all right?
Yes.
To-go, sorry.
Are you okay?
Yes, yes.
To-go, to-go.
Cream or sugar or anything?
Just a little
sugar would be nice.
Okay.
You sure you're all right?
Oh my gosh.
There you go.
I'll take this as well.
- You okay?
- Yeah.
I don't suppose you're
the one that paints these?
Merry Christmas, Rose.
Merry Christmas.
He forgot the coffee.
Maybe he didn't want the coffee.
Just turn it on around.
He's like that much cute.
Hey, merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas to you.
Well, thank you, my good man.
You free Friday night, Santa?
I am but you know
I'm married, right?
I want you to be Santa
at a Christmas party.
It pays well.
Can I bring someone?
Bring anyone you like.
Here's my card.
Call me tomorrow and we'll
work out the details.
Merry Christmas.
What can Santa bring
you for Christmas?
The artist who painted this.
Dot, oh, I can smell it.
How do you drink
that nasty stuff?
'Cause I gotta
lose some of this.
Honey, you are just
fine the way you are
without drinking
all that nastiness.
It ain't that bad.
Plus you gotta see him.
Ooh, he works out all the time.
He is one fine, solid Mr. Yummy.
Ooh, hey Santa.
- Hey.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas to you.
Oh, baby, but it
ain't just about
that green pickle smelling
something you're drinking.
It's about what
you're missing out on.
It's not much.
Ice.
No, no, no.
Uh-huh.
- Cream.
- Don't go there.
Big old chocolate sundae.
You are wrong for that.
Ooh, girl, that is
like heaven in a bowl.
A great big bowl.
I know you love it.
I'm freezing, I'm gonna go in.
Okay, I'll be in there.
Okay.
Hey Mr. Sax Man.
You keep watch, all right?
I need to get you some socks.
But I like my toes.
See, they're wiggly.
Look at them wiggle.
Oh, you are crazy.
- Mom?
- Mm-hm?
It's not that I
don't believe in Santa.
It's just...
Mr. Charley doesn't
live in the North Pole.
He lives here in
Fayetteville in this house.
Yes but you know a lot of
people believe in Santa Claus.
Like what about the people
that pass him on the
street every day?
Just because people
give him money,
does not mean they
believe he is Santa.
Well, what about all the kids
that give him their
Christmas list every year?
Katy, honey, Mr. Charley has
given us a safe place to stay,
food on the table.
Don't you think he's
been Santa to us?
Do you believe in Santa?
Yeah, I do.
And I think he lives
right here in this house.
All right, snuggle bug.
You do not have school,
so you're gonna come down
to the diner with me.
And let you wait tables
for a little while for me,
so your momma can get a break.
Show you why you outta
go to college, okay?
You got drowsy all over
snuggled up in here.
You wanna do the
prayers tonight, munchy?
No, I want to hear you pray.
Okay, okay.
Okay.
Dear Father.
Dear God, thank you so much
for bringing back my precious
Katy safe and sound to me.
Once again you show
yourself faithful
even when I am not.
And we just pray for forgiveness
and for You to keep
me safe, keep us safe.
Thank you for Nancy and Charley.
I ask that you just
keep blessings upon them
and this house, everyone
that dwells here.
Pray for forgiveness,
for clarity,
just to remain
teachable and open.
In your precious Son's
name we pray, Amen.
Amen.
Good night, baby.
Night, momma.
I love you.
I love you.
Sweet dreams.
Mom?
Mm-hm?
Can I have my
own Bible for Christmas?
Yeah, but you know
who you outta ask?
Santa Claus and he's just
over there in the next room.
Do it here.
Here we go.
Bucket.
Here you go.
Thank you.
All right, see
you tonight, Santa.
Hey, get there as
early as you can.
We're going out tonight.
It's a surprise.
All right.
Good morning, Rose.
Hey baby.
Ooh girl, here's your stuff.
Thank you.
I got something to tell you.
Okay, what's up?
Well, he wants to
talk with me later.
Who?
Him!
My inspiration.
Mm, Mr. Yummy.
Ooh, I can't wait.
What do you think?
Well, we're suppose
to go out for dinner.
- That's good.
- But I really think...
Order up!
Okay, look, I
will tell you later,
but hey, I told you, it
wasn't much of a sacrifice.
Yeah!
Hey y'all.
Just come in, sit
wherever you like.
You got this?
Okay, make sure you get
them something to drink.
Be near me Lord Jesus
I ask thee to stay
Close by me forever
And love me, I pray
Hi.
This is my daughter, Katy.
She's gonna help us today.
Hi, are you ready
for Christmas?
Yes ma'am.
Have you told Santa
what you want yet?
Yes ma'am.
You talk to Santa?
Yeah, that's for babies.
Why do you talk to Santa?
She told me.
I do too talk to Santa.
I talk to him everyday.
It's not polite to brag.
Yeah, not everybody gets to
talk to Santa Claus every day.
Here, finish taking
their order, okay, baby?
I'll be right back.
All right, she's gonna
take care of you.
Babe.
What?
I'm fine.
I'll be fine.
Honey, you know those are
different things, right?
What happened?
Well, we're not going
to dinner tonight.
Well, I'll close up tomorrow
and you can go then.
No, we're not going
to dinner at all.
Oh babe, I'm so sorry.
Darn it.
That little twig!
What, who?
He dumped me for
that little waif.
Pig.
You just wait, I'm gonna...
No, no, calm down.
Let's not get hostile.
We can be mad but we
don't have to.
It's better that you found
out he's a cheater now.
Believe me.
You are a good woman
and we're gonna find
you an awesome man.
God's got one in line
for you and you know it.
Hello?
We've got tables out here.
I can't do this all by myself.
Hold on, baby.
I'll be right there.
All right, we gotta go to work.
Are you okay?
Okay, I'm okay.
I'll just go to the gym
and cancel my membership.
That's a girl.
And then snap
that little twig.
Okay, you need
to take five, okay?
I'm gonna go out
there and handle this.
Men.
I'm gonna get that heifer.
Hey, lemme get warmer coffee.
Excuse me, waitress.
I am still waiting on my drink.
They're coming.
Here they go.
Can't you get any
better help than that?
Do you know how long
I've had to wait
to even get my order taken?
No, and I really don't care.
What did you just say to me?
When am I going to get my food?
Oh, you gonna get your food.
Hey, hey, hey.
You go on, go on.
- Hey.
- Who are you?
I'm Rose, let me
take care of you.
The waitress, I heard
what she said to me.
She just having a bad day.
I want the waitress
who was just here.
No.
Yes.
No, no, I don't think.
She said some really
nasty things to me.
Well, she's in a
nasty kinda place.
No, no, no.
I want that waitress.
I want her here right now.
Okay, little girl.
Just wait a second.
Hi, here you are.
Merry Christmas.
Have a great one.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas.
Are you sure
you're gonna be okay?
I'll be fine.
You don't want us
to help you clean up?
It'll do me good
to close alone.
All right, well, we love you.
I love you guys, too.
I'm glad he's gone.
Oh cutie.
Katy!
You were trying
to change yourself.
I like you because you're Dot.
Don't ever change for anyone.
Except for God.
I love that little girl.
Who is she?
I'm telling you.
Good night.
Good night, Dot.
Good night, sweetheart.
Bells will be ringing
The glad, glad news
Oh, what a Christmas
to have the blues
My baby's gone
I have no friends
To wish me
greetings once again
Choirs will be
singing Silent Night
Christmas carols
by candlelight
Please come home
for Christmas
Please come home
for Christmas
If not for Christmas,
by New Years night
Friends and relations
send salutations
Sure as the
stars shine above
This is Christmas,
yes, Christmas my dear
The time of year to be
with the one you love
Oh, won't you tell me
You'll never more roam
Christmas and New Years
will find you home
There'll be no more sorrow
No grief and pain
'Cause I'll be happy
Happy, once again
There'll be no more sorrow
No grief and pain
And I'll be happy at
Christmas once again
You ladies look very
beautiful tonight.
Katy, baby, we
talked about this.
I think you'll have fun, Katy,
if you just give it a chance.
Why don't you ring the doorbell?
Merry Christmas.
Oh, merry Christmas to you.
Welcome, come in.
Well, what do you think, baby?
I start to feel the
season getting bright
How many reindeer do you have?
Eight, how many do you have?
Have a ball.
I start to feel
all Christmasy
How are you doing?
Good.
And what can Santa bring
you for Christmas this year?
A pony.
A pony?
Okay, a pony, well I'm sure...
With wings, like
in the cartoon.
Any particular color?
Purple.
Okay.
You want a candy cane?
Is that what you want?
Excellent.
Merry Christmas.
Next.
Oh.
You missed.
Girl, this ain't no nickel wine.
Ugh, well, I outta get something
from the kiddie bar probably.
You wanna go with?
Absolutely.
All right.
I don't know what
you're going, Rose,
but you must be doing
something right.
I pray I am.
We need Christmas
Sweet tea, sweetie.
Hey darling.
My better nine tenths.
Good to see y'all.
Good to see you.
Darling, who's that?
I'm not sure.
- I'll be back.
- Cupid means well
He's got terrible aim
March is boring,
April's boring
Don't you like Santa?
He looks like a whole
lot of fun to me.
He's pretty fun.
I live with him.
Is he your dad?
No, just a friend.
What's your name?
Katy.
Don't you wanna
know what my name is?
If you'd like to tell me.
Livie, I'm Livie.
Hi Livie.
That's my mom over there.
I think she's
having a good time.
She is.
I've gotta find the ladies room.
Okay.
Would you mind watching Katy?
You go right ahead,
I'll keep an eye on her.
Okay, thanks.
Going back to
school in September
I'd be fine with
Christmas time all year
Line sure is long.
You guys, you from around here?
I would love to give
you the name of my guy
who does my waxing.
I can sort of see
just a little bit
of your mustache just right.
Christmas time
For Christ is born of Mary
And gathered all his love
Oh, may I help you?
Hi, I'm sorry.
I'm just looking
for the restroom.
There's so many
people down there.
Oh, I think those
women just gather around
that bathroom just to gab.
Come here, darling.
Enjoy the peace and quiet.
Aw, thank you so much.
What can Santa bring you
for Christmas this year?
You want something for
Christmas this year?
Okay.
Good luck.
Come here.
Hi Katy.
Hi.
I just wanted to say
I see what you mean
about the joy I bring my mom.
I also wanted to say thank you.
For what?
The joy, you brought
me joy every year.
And I wanted to say thank you.
You're very welcome, Katy.
That's all.
I know you want to see him.
Holy infant so
tender and mild
And I'm glad you're free.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Let's see.
Sleep in heavenly peace
This is for you.
Silent Night
Holy night
Merry Christmas,
Katy Elizabeth Yates.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
You're a very
special young lady.
Thank you.
There you go.
Heavenly host
sing hallelujah
Christ the Savior is born
Christ the Savior is born
Merry Christmas, Chris.
Merry Christmas.
Silent night
Holy night
Beautiful, isn't it?
It's breathtaking.
There's an interesting
beauty in a sunset
on a lifeless tree.
I choose to see
renewed strength
as the sun rises on a new day.
Oh, I like that.
I saw this in a diner.
I just love the colors.
And the beauty and the innocence
in that young lady's face.
She's not innocent.
Collector?
Or painter or just a fan?
Just a fan mostly.
Well, what's your favorite?
I would have to
say that my favorite
is Michelangelo's pieta.
Ah yeah.
The sculpture.
The one of Mary holding Christ.
Not Joseph of Arimathea.
It was the only
one he ever signed.
Said he always regretted it.
That it showed vanity and pride.
So...
Is that the reason
you never sign yours?
They're beautiful.
Listen.
I think I have a job for you.
Call me tomorrow.
Call me tomorrow.
Can't you hear them sing
They sing Silent Night
Y'all, thank
you so much for coming.
I have coats for
everybody, is this yours?
This one's heres.
Oh, okay and this is yours.
And it was a great party.
Thank you.
That's good, I like that.
Come on to my house.
She's so precious.
You wanna go outside
with Mrs. Nancy
and I'll meet you there?
Okay.
She is so precious.
Thank you.
And thank you so much for
the peace and quiet earlier.
Hey, Robert told
me about your art.
Now listen, he doesn't
take to just anybody.
And he's a pretty
good judge of person.
I know he gave you his card.
He did.
He doesn't do that.
You should call him.
Okay.
- Santa.
- Yes sir.
We got some business
to take care of.
Yes sir.
Rose.
Good night, Robert, thank you.
- Call me tomorrow.
- Okay, thank you.
Good night, Robert.
Good night, merry Christmas.
- Thank you, Robert.
- Good night.
Ma'am.
Oh, thank you.
It was really nice
seeing you again.
You too.
Can I walk you out?
Oh, no, I'm gonna
wait on Charley.
- Okay.
- Thanks.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Thank you.
So, tell me about Rose.
What's her story?
Thank you.
Rose is a very special person.
Good morning.
Well, that's not
a face I expected
to see in here this morning.
God is good.
Oh, I know that's right.
Hey Robert.
It's been three days.
I know.
With Christmas and everything,
it's just been crazy.
I'm sorry.
Well, I think you can help me.
I've got someone I'd
like you to meet.
And if you'll meet
me here tomorrow
at this address at five o'clock.
Robert, you are so kind
and I appreciate you
loving my artwork,
loving it enough to buy it.
And I was really excited
about getting back
into the art world, but.
But what?
I'm just a waitress.
I'm, okay, so, I'm a
waitress that paints.
But I'm still just a waitress.
Look, you're an
artist who waits tables,
but you're still an artist.
And I believe you can help me.
Five o'clock.
She'll be there.
She'll be there.
- Well.
- See you tomorrow?
I guess I'll be there.
God is good.
Bow or no bow?
What do you think?
No bow.
That looks fantastic.
All right, now this
one is for your mom.
Wonder if she'll
guess what's in it.
Oh, hey there.
Hey, you sure you don't mind?
Are you kidding me?
She is the best Christmas
paper wrapping person
in the whole planet.
Way to go.
And I think after
this we might even make
some chocolate chip cookies.
Dude, your favorite.
Okay, I won't be gone long.
I love you.
Be a good girl.
- Bye mom.
- You guys be good.
Here, don't tell your mom.
I'm right here!
Good, are you ready?
Let's go.
Let's do it.
You guys have fun.
Thank you, love you.
Love you, too.
Let's go.
Wait a second, it's a
little bit chilly outside.
Frosty cold, silver wind
Nature wears a
Christmas dress
Peaceful woods,
a quiet trail
Little clouds
with every breathe
Diamonds on the snowy peaks
A red bird sings
in the evergreen
On a winter walk
- Hey.
- Hi.
You look so good.
On a winter walk
Hey Charley.
Hey Robert.
With a new one
getting closer
Fa, la, la
Fa, la, la, la
Fa, la, la, la
- Hi.
- Nice to meet you.
I've been telling
'em about you.
Well, that must be
a short conversation
seeing how you don't
know anything about me.
Tread lightly, Robert.
Well, there actually was.
I told them that you're the
best artist I've seen in awhile.
And I've learned more
about art from you
in a short while,
then I've learned
from all of those pompous
critics over the past 10 years.
And there's something else.
I've learned that your
friends think a lot of you.
Well?
Robert says
you're very special.
Rare in the art world.
We've seen your work
and it's fantastic.
Robert says you're
the woman for it.
The woman for what?
Rose, we want to
run our gallery.
Run your gallery?
Yeah.
Run your art gallery.
I'm flattered but I'm
just a country girl
from Fayetteville, Tennessee.
A waitress.
Okay, I'm an artist
who waits tables.
Yes.
But a waitress, y'all.
You don't have
to know everything.
I mean, we already
have a team in place.
We just needed
to find the face.
Someone the people
can relate you.
Someone that knows
and loves art.
I think y'all
got the wrong girl.
I mean, high society,
that ain't me.
No offense but the other
night at your party,
I was so uncomfortable.
I'm just trying to be honest.
Look, Livia and I
hate those parties, too.
Oh my gosh.
Robert knows I feel this way.
If I never see
another designer gown
stuck with a two size
too big cackling hen,
it'll be just fine with me.
Besides girl, do I
sound like high society?
Really, Rose?
You and little Katy are the
sweetest breathe of fresh air
that's blown through that
house in a long time.
And we want to open an
art gallery for everybody.
We want to open a place where
everybody feels comfortable.
We want an art gallery
where the beauty
of art reflects the heart.
That's you, Rose.
That's you.
It's just a lot.
I'd be a fool to say no.
And you are quite the salesman.
But that diner, those people,
those friends that
you talk about.
This might be hard
to understand,
but that diner has
become like our home.
And Jack and Dot treat us
like we're their family.
To just walk away from
that, I can't do that.
Maybe I just need to go home
tonight and think about it.
Rose, you're fired.
What?
I had to have a backup plan.
Oh my gosh.
Katy, honey, honey.
But Mom, this one
has my name on it.
What?
Hey Mom, Mom, come here.
The lease is
paid up for a year
whether you take the job or not.
It's been a dream
of mine to bring art
to people who love
it and appreciate it.
Not just for its culture
or its social prestige.
But for the heart of it.
The sweat, the inspiration,
the love that an artist
puts into the painting
of their homestead, the
sketch of a love one's face.
Or a sculpture of a
mother's tragic loss
and a world's hope for eternity.
This is a fantastic
moment in my life.
And now I would to introduce
to you the new curator
of the people's museum of art.
Ladies and gentlemen,
Rose Phelps.
Thank you.
I'm not sure I belong up here.
I am truly honored
and truly blessed.
Art for me as been
a form of survival,
of escape,
a way to be somewhere else,
a way to remember things
that I love and miss,
a way to smell, touch
things that are far way,
a way to bring them close again.
Each painting has
been born of a desire,
of a need to remember
to live, not just exist.
And with art being
a gift, I thank God.
There are so many people
that I owe so much to.
Thank you for your
love and care.
Thank you for your
support and belief.
And for this
amazing opportunity.
And for the reason to live.
Thank you for your trust
in me with your art.
This is gonna be fun.
All right, baby,
you ready for bed?
Almost.
Rinse out your toothbrush
and put it in your cup
before you come in, okay?
- Okay.
- All right.
Get in there, you crazy girl.
Babe, you're gonna have to
start folding these clothes up,
putting 'em away, okay?
- Mom?
- Mm-hm?
Sing Beautiful Star.
All right.
Oh beautiful
star of Bethlehem
Shining for the shadows dim
Giving a light for
those who long have gone
Guiding the wise
men on their way
Onto the place
where Jesus lay
Oh beautiful Star of
Bethlehem shine on
Amen.
- Mom?
- Mm-hm?
Do you miss the diner?
Yeah, sure, I miss the diner.
Me too.
But we'll still get
to eat there, right?
Absolutely, you can
always go back there.
Yeah, all right,
snuggle up to Drowsy.
Get some good sleep.
I love you.
I love you.
Good night, Mommy.
Good night, baby.
Excuse me, I don't
think that belongs to you.
Yeah, how do you know?
Well, it doesn't match
your shoes for one.
What is happening?
Dude, why do you have my purse?
I ain't saying
nothing to you or you.
Let go.
See, now look,
he's talking already.
Why don't you give the
nice lady back her purse?
Thank you.
Apologize to the lady.
Sorry.
That didn't seem
very heartfelt.
Now let's try it one more time.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry.
Okay, well why don't
you tell this nice lady
it'll never happen again?
It'll never happen again.
Now let me go!
Now you need to tell
her that she needs
to go to dinner with me tonight.
I can do this all
day, my friend.
You should go to
dinner with this nut.
Get out of here.
You're both nuts.
Thank you.
Is that a yes?
I feel like I've earned it.
You do?
You got a favorite restaurant?
You like slaw burgers?
Slaw burgers, huh?
Who'd a thunk it?
Is that about right?
Something like that?
Emmanuel
On the night of nights
On angel's wings from heaven
There is a story told
From back in days of old
There was born a baby child
So tender meek and mild
They say he came
from God above
Sent down here to
show us how to
Love our fellow man
Merry Christmas, Mommy.
That was the plan
It sure is, baby.
That's why they
call it Christmas
It's all about the
love we share
Everyday should be Christmas
Showing someone that we care
He had a destiny
To give his life
for you and me
He took all the blame
For all our sin and shame
I'm so glad he set me free
And all I had to do
Is to believe he was the one
And so it's done
That's why they
call it Christmas
It's all about the
love we share
Everyday should be Christmas
Showing someone that we care
When those nights get
cold and lonely
And it seems all
hope is gone
Just remeber someone
loves you
There to help you carry on
That's why they
call it Christmas
I walked into Nelson's
just the other day
There were lots
of pretty shoes
But I looked the other way
Went straight to the Christmas
decorations and stuff
Couldn't wait to get
back home and put 'em up
Katy!
I love Christmas
It's Christmas!
Stockings on the fireplace
The jolly look on the
little one's faces
When they talk
to Santa Claus
I love Christmas
For all the joy it brings us
For the Savior
that redeems us
Oh, I love Christmas
Away in a Manger
and We Three Kings
I love all those old hymns
and carols that we sing
An angel high atop
a tree so tall
It's by far my
favorite holiday of all
I love Christmas
Stockings on the fireplace
The jolly look on the
little one's faces
When they talk
to Santa Claus
I love Christmas for
all the joy it brings us
For the Savior
that redeems us
Oh, I love Christmas
I love Christmas
The stockings
on the fireplace
The jolly look on the
little one's faces
When they talk
to Santa Claus
I love Christmas for
all the joy it brings us
For the Savior
that redeems us
Oh, I love Christmas
I love Christmas
Rose.
Hey Livie.
Hey, how are you?
It's so good to see you.
You too.
Did I interrupt you?
Oh, no, I'm just.
We got a new artist in
from Sweden actually.
And so I'm cataloging
all of her paintings.
Isn't she awesome?
Oh yes, what's the
name of this one?
This is called A
View by the Lake.
I love that.
Speaking of view, the view
I saw not too long ago
of you walking out
the door on your date.
Oh, that was
not a date, Livie.
Well, it sure looked
like a date to me.
Oh my goodness.
I ain't got no time for
heartbreak right now.
Girl, you might wind
up with a broken heart.
If the past is any indiction
of how things will end up
with me and man, heart break
is written all over it.
Every time.
Well, I've been wrong before,
but I've been right before, too.
Sometimes you can't
run from romance.
So you say, so everybody says.
It's just so scary
though to say,
okay, let's shake the dust off.
Let's just throw
caution to the wind
and move forward.
Let me just ask
you this question.
Are you making the same choices
that you've made in your past?
No, definitely not.
Trust yourself.
We'll see.
Fair enough.
You know we love you.
I love you.
Hey.
Oh hi.
Hi.
- Here.
- Fruitcake, huh?
Yeah.
You know nobody
eats those, right?
Yeah, yeah.
Here, let me help you.
Oh thanks.
Baby, can you go close the door?
Of course.
Thank you.
Thanks for inviting me.
Of course, thank you for coming.
Love is the reason
we honor the season
And celebrate
this time of year
The joy and the laughter
is the feeling we're after
As we raise a toast
of holiday cheer
Wishing a merry, a merry
Merry, merry, merry,
merry Christmas
To everyone here
Merry, merry, merry,
merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Nobody misses
stealing some kisses
Standing beneath
the mistletoe
Sharing the blessing
over turkey and dressing
With family and
friends you love so
Wishing a merry,
merry, merry, merry
Merry, merry,
merry Christmas
To everyone here
Merry, merry,
merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Happy new year
Presents wrapped up
in ribbons and bows
Laying there under the tree
Stocking are stuffed,
lined up in a row
For all of the
children to see
Silver bells will be ringing
The kids will be singing
Rudolph the red
nosed reindeer
Their hearts will be
racing with anticipation
The moment Saint Nick
will soon be here
Wishing a merry,
merry, merry, merry
Merry, merry,
merry Christmas
To everyone here
Merry, a merry,
merry, merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Oh, merry, merry,
merry, merry
Merry Christmas
to everyone here
Merry, a merry,
merry, merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Oh, merry, merry,
merry, merry Christmas
And a happy, a
happy new year
In the east a star so bright
Hung like a jewel in the sky
Above the town of Bethlehem
Where they gathered
around to worship Him
Shepherds came
and wise men wept
To praise the
child, Emmanuel
On a night of nights
On angel's wings from heaven
came the Kings of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the nights of nights
Soft asleep in a bed of hay
The breathe of
God in silence lay
Beneath the cloth
his body curved
In his little hands
the hope of the world
Lamb of God, truth defined
A gift of love
for all mankind
On a night of nights
On angel's wings from heaven
came the King of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the night of nights
On the night of nights
On angel's wing from heaven
came the King of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the night of nights
On angel's wing from heaven
came the King of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the night of nights
On the night of nights
On the night of nights
Amazing Jesus
celebrate Christmas.
It's the birth of Jesus Christ.
So, Christmas
is Jesus' birthday?
That's right, baby girl.
You got it.
Where did Jesus live?
What?
He didn't really have
a place to live, did he?
It's time to go
to sleep now, baby.
I love you.
Let's say our prayers, okay?
Okay.
All right.
Dear Lord Jesus,
thank you for all
your blessings.
You, Lord, are our provider.
We ask that you continue
providing for us and keep us safe.
Oh God, we thank you
that we have each other.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Amen.
Katy, come on, quit playing.
Come on now.
- But Momma!
- You're gonna be late
for school.
- But Momma.
- Jack is gonna
have breakfast for you
when you get out there.
And always remember
to thank him.
But Mom, I said I need
a tablet for school.
What?
Hey Rose, you got a table.
Oh my gosh.
- Don't worry about it.
- I can take care of this.
Are you sure?
I just need to dry her
and put her hair up.
No problem.
Thank you, I
gotta go earn a tablet.
Well then you better make nice.
Oh, I'm sorry.
I'm so sorry.
Hey, what can I get ya?
That's usually my line.
Cute, what can I get you?
Did somebody put a lump
of coal in your stocking?
The only thing
that's been in these stocking
the last few years
has been sore feet.
What can I get ya?
Now see, that's funny.
Okay, give me the
Santa Sunrise Special.
Anything else?
No thanks, Velma.
I grabbed the wrong name tag.
It's Rose.
Well, Rose, nice to meet you.
You too.
I'm Santa.
Of course you are.
Order up, Dot.
Coffee?
I'm only seven.
I see.
I had you pegged
for at least eight.
Momma says I'm
mature for my age.
How old are you?
I'm as old as Christmas.
Did you know Jesus?
No, no.
No, he was over in Bethlehem.
I was up there.
North.
Pole.
Long ways.
Do you visit
everybody in the world?
Of course I do.
Everybody deserves
something for Christmas.
I thought you had a list.
You know, a good
list and a bad list.
Sure, I do.
But there just
aren't that many kids
that are so bad I wouldn't
visit 'em at Christmas.
They have to be pretty
darn bad, don't you think?
Bye.
Bro, what is wrong with you?
Excuse me.
Not everybody
believes in Santa Claus.
Nor do they need to.
Do you really feel
like your little thing
of balancing of scales, if
you're good, you get a gift,
if you're naughty, you
don't get anything?
Is that working
out for everybody?
More coffee, Santa?
- Excuse me.
- No!
No, I don't think I can.
That's more of that
Christmas spirit.
Look, I just came in
here for breakfast,
spread a little Christmas cheer.
Wow and you're
the professional?
I don't understand
any of this.
Okay.
Rose is a special
person around here.
And so is that little girl.
She's a single mom.
She can't buy groceries,
much less Christmas presents.
Sugar?
Diet.
Listen, that little girl
didn't choose this road.
When Rose came here, she
wasn't looking for a job.
She wanted to wash
dishes or clean,
anything it took
to get Katy a meal.
One single meal.
Jack fed them both and
gave Rose this job.
How does this happen?
Katy's a good kid.
She doesn't have Christmas.
A lot of kids don't.
You ever worked a farm?
Order up, Dot.
Coming.
You know, growing up
when a fence was down,
my dad would fix it
because if he didn't,
the cattle would get out.
You see, fences don't
keep bad things out,
they keep good things in.
There ain't no bad kids, Santa.
There just aren't
many fence menders.
Star of Bethlehem shine on
It came upon the
midnight clear
That glorious song of old
Santa!
From angels bending
near the earth
Merry Christmas.
I was going to mail it.
Dear Santa, thank you
for talking to me today.
Mommy says I shouldn't
believe in you,
but she's just sad, I think.
I wish she would believe in you.
Maybe she would be happy.
Believing in you makes me happy.
I am going to try to be
extra good this year.
I wrote you a letter
last year and mailed it,
but you didn't come.
Maybe you didn't get it.
Or maybe I was on the bad list.
That's why I wanted to give
you this letter myself.
Now I know if you come,
that I was a good girl.
But if you don't,
I will know why.
Say hello to Mrs. Santa.
Do you have any children?
Love, Katy Elizabeth Yates.
P.S. I drew you a picture of
what I want for Christmas.
I hope it's not too late.
Oh hey, Charley.
Dinner's almost ready.
I'll eat later.
Where are you going?
Where are you going?
Nancy, I can't
do this anymore.
Do what?
Be Santa.
I'm no Santa.
Charley?
Santa!
Silent night
Holy night
All is calm
And all is bright
Round yon virgin
Mother and child
Holy infant so
tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Merry Christmas!
Sleep in heavenly peace
Silent Night
Holy Night
I am Santa Claus.
I'm Santa.
Mm-hm.
I'm serious, I'm Santa.
Well of course
you are, Charley.
You have been ever
since you joined
the Salvation Army 14 years ago.
No, Nanc.
No.
I mean, I really am Santa Claus.
Uh-huh.
All right, who's Santa?
He's the jolly old soul
who's lives at the North Pole
who's got the really cute
wife named Mrs. Claus.
He has tons of elves.
They make toys all year long.
He delivers them
on Christmas Eve.
Aside from that, who's Santa?
All right, Santa
spreads Christmas cheer.
He brings joy and
laughter to the kids.
He triggers the most incredible,
incredible childhood
memories in adults.
His face stops tears, Nanc.
He's a man put on this Earth
for a little girl to believe in
when she's got
nothing else going on.
And...
He brings presents.
Right.
Did you get everything you
asked for for Christmas?
Not until I
married you, Charley.
Case closed, I'm Santa.
I love you, Charley.
I bet you do now that
you know who I really am.
Mom, I'm drowning!
You haven't even eaten yet,
and the bus is gonna
be here any minute.
What are you doing
with comb in there?
I'm drowning!
Oh, don't be so dramatic.
Okay, come on.
It's in my eyes.
Rose, he's here again
and he asked for you.
Who?
Well, it ain't the Easter Bunny.
Can you take over here?
Can't, hun, I'm swamped.
Katy, we're late.
The bus is gonna
be here any minute.
I'm gonna have breakfast
for you outside.
Finish your hair.
Do not sit here and mess around.
We're gonna rock
this Christmas in
We're gonna rock
this Christmas out
We're gonna sing and swing
and let the glasses cling
While the reindeer
run around
We're gonna rock
this Christmas
Rock it in and out
I'll be your jolly Santa
If you'll be my Mrs. Claus
We'll bang on that piano
Hey Rose.
Santa.
I'd like to Katy for just a
little bit if you don't mind.
We're gonna rock
this Christmas in
We're gonna rock
this Christmas out
We're gonna sing and swing
and let the glasses cling
While the reindeer
run around
We're gonna rock
this Christmas
Rock it in and out
- Thank you.
- You're welcome.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
You want some coffee?
That's right, you're only seven.
I like your hair.
I did it myself.
It's nice.
Did you read my letter?
Yes, I did.
It was wonderful, thank you.
Well, can you tell
what list I'm on?
Katy, you've never
been on the bad list.
Then why haven't you
ever brought me anything?
Katy, why do you
like to believe in me?
It makes me happy.
Yeah.
Did you ever get
your mom something?
Flowers.
Was she happy?
Okay, is your mom happy even
when you don't get her flowers?
Of course.
Okay.
That's joy, Katy.
You bring your mom joy,
just because you're you.
And Katy, I bring you
something every year, too.
Joy?
That's right.
Katy, bus, baby.
Did you understand?
Uh-huh, you brought me
happy thoughts every year.
Right.
Would you mind bringing
me a toy this year?
What is that?
Look who came in.
Oh, good diversion.
Oh, he's looking
at your paintings.
Here he comes.
He's coming.
Shut up.
Hey Jack.
Hey.
How are ya?
I'm doing just fine.
Back again for another one.
That makes three paintings.
- $200, right?
- $200.
Great.
You sure that's $200?
Positive.
Okay, thank you very much.
- Thank you.
- And he's cute.
Rose, why don't you
let me tell everyone
that you're the artist?
Jack.
Everyone just wants to know
who paints those
beautiful pictures.
You're sweet.
I know that.
Give me that money.
Are you okay?
Yeah, I'm all right.
I'm all right.
It just, it's so different here.
You knew it would be.
It's a small town, Charley.
It's not Cincinnati.
Are you happy here?
Yeah.
It's real, you know?
You miss the snow
this time of year?
Yes, yeah.
Snow made it way easier to
get my sleigh off the ground
that's for sure.
No, thank you.
I'm good, thank you.
You guys enjoy.
Alrighty.
Merry Christmas.
I love it when you say that.
Speaking of Christmas.
I got you covered.
Actually, I was
wondering how Katy was.
Yeah.
Yeah, she's a tough one.
You know, she may be
only seven years old,
but she ain't seven years old.
Smart?
Yeah but wise, you know?
And Nancy, I think she's trying
to reach out to
me for something.
I think she needs something.
Every time I've tried
to reach her, I failed.
Born is the King of Israel
Remind you of someone?
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Maybe.
Born is the King of Israel
Want another fritter?
Thinking about way back when
Memories playing over again
Friends and
family joining in
And making me smile
Like a kid at Christmas
Kid at Christmas time
I can see the Christmas tree
Shining so bright
in front of me
Never forget the
way it seemed
It all was right
For a kid at Christmas
Kid at Christmas time
So much joy and celebration
In our home because a child
was born for our salvation
Sent from up above
Heavenly host of
angels singing
Shepherds and three wise men
Follow the brightest
shining star
That lead them to witness
a kid at Christmas time
Sometimes I move too fast
Forget to take my
foot off the gas
Just need to
take a step back
And live my life like
a kid at Christmas
Kid at Christmas time
And so in closing
tonight and in the spirit
of the Christmas season,
I would remind you
of the word spoken by
Jesus Christ himself
in the gospel of
Matthew chapter 25.
He said for I was hungry
and you gave me food.
I was thirsty and
you gave me drink.
I was a stranger
and you took me in.
I was naked and you clothed me.
I was sick and you visited me.
I was imprisoned
and you came to me.
Then the righteous
will answer Him saying,
Lord, when did we see
you hungry and feed you,
or thirsty and give you drink?
When did we see you a
stranger and take you in
or naked and clothed you?
Or when did we see
you sick or imprisoned
and come to you?
And the King will
answer and say to them,
certainly I say to you,
in as much you did to one
of the least of these,
my brethren, you did it to me.
And so to everyone within the
sound of my voice tonight,
I would say reach out
to the least of these
in this season of
giving and love.
And I bid you all good night.
And to all a very,
very merry Christmas.
All right, baby, let's
get ready for bed, okay?
Can I pray tonight?
Okay.
Ready?
Dear God, thank you for my mom
and all of our blessings.
Lord, I heard the
preacher on the radio say
that what we do to the least
of these, we do to you.
Lord, who are the
least of these?
Show me so that I can
do something for you.
God bless my mom and Dot
and everybody at the diner.
Bless all my teachers
except Miss Hastings.
Katy.
She gives me
too much homework.
And she whistles through
her nose when she breaths.
Well.
Bless Miss Hastings.
Keep us safe tonight, Lord.
And merry Christmas.
Amen.
Katy, baby, good morning.
It's time to wake up.
Katy, baby, wake up.
Katy?
Katy!
Katy!
Katy, Katy?
Katy!
Katy, Katy.
Katy!
Katy.
Katy!
Katy!
Katy, Katy.
Katy, Katy, Katy, Katy.
Katy!
Katy, Katy!
Katy Elizabeth!
Katy!
Katy.
Katy!
Katy!
Katy?
No, Katy, Katy, Katy.
Baby, baby, can you hear me?
Katy?
Are you okay?
Katy!
No, no.
Rose.
What happened?
I don't know.
She use to do this
when she was little,
but it's been forever ago.
She was like a toddler
last time it happened.
What?
I put her to bed,
said good night,
I went to sleep, and
then I heard glass
or something break in the
kitchen and I couldn't find her.
And so I went downstairs
and there she was
in the middle of
the kitchen floor.
I don't know how you got there.
I don't know why it
has to be like this.
- It's gonna be okay.
- I don't know
- why it has to be.
- It's gonna be all right.
Hey, it looks like
she's gonna be just fine.
But I do need to get some
personal information from you.
If you could, step
over here at the desk
and I'll ask you some of
those questions, okay?
Okay.
What I need to go ahead
and get is Katy's full name.
Katy Elizabeth Yates.
And your full name.
Katherine Rose Phelps.
She has my first name
and her dad's last name.
And a home address.
We just, um, we just moved.
So, I can't remember
the address.
2728 Hawthorne Circle.
Fayetteville, Tennessee.
Christmas card.
Thank you.
You bet.
You're welcome to have a seat
and the doctor will come
visit you shortly, okay?
All right, thank you.
She's amazing.
The most.
Adorable tree.
Ah yeah, that
would be Mrs. Claus.
She's the decorator here.
She loves Christmas
about as much as I do.
You want to know the truth?
I'm not allowed to
touch that tree.
Not one ornament.
Hey.
- Seriously.
- Thank you.
I can't lay a
finger on that tree.
Hey, let me know if
that's hot enough.
Thanks.
- Hey.
- Hey.
There are a lot of groceries
out there in the car.
Oh, let me help you.
Absolutely not.
You have had a day.
Besides, Charley's use
to carrying packages.
I bet he is.
In the living room there
stands on old spruce tree
What causes this
family strange behavior
All right, I wanna
hear all about it.
I guess it's just
that time of year
How is Katy?
She's okay.
She is upstairs sleeping and
they say she's gonna be fine.
So, we're just, phew.
That is good news.
Yeah.
Now my next question
is, how you doing?
I'm actually good.
I just, I can't thank
you and Charley enough
for what you're doing for us.
I just need a little time
to get back on my feet.
You stay as long as
you need to, all right?
What kind of people would
we be to not give a mother
and a child a place to
stay at Christmas time?
You know, the truth of it is,
we're so incredibly blessed.
I mean, Charley and I
both worked all our lives
and you know,
earned what we have,
but along the way so many
people gave us opportunities
and thankfully we had the health
to pursue those opportunities.
And Rose, you're not
asking for a handout.
You're working really
hard to provide
for that little girl upstairs.
So you, my dear, have nothing
to be ashamed of, all right?
Plus you know what?
It feels good to have
people in the house.
Stay as long as you
need to, all right?
Stay as long as you need to.
Thank you.
It's a beautiful family.
Yeah.
Ho, ho, ho!
Does anyone how to
call up Saint Nick
I wrote the note for
concerning something to fix
We need Christmas
more than once a year
New Years is swell but
it's not quite the same
And cupid means well but
he's got terrible aim
March is boring,
April's boring
May has got my
allergies blowing
Oh I'd be fine with
Christmas time all year
Don't you look nice.
Uh-huh.
You feeling any better?
The doctor says I
can go back to school.
Well, you must be
feeling pretty good then.
More coffee?
Please.
Sugar.
Give that a good stir.
Do you ever have
someone you miss
but don't really want to see?
I miss my dad.
You don't wanna see him?
No.
I mean, I'd like to but...
Do you have someone like that?
Yeah, I do, sort of.
Your dad?
No.
My son.
Is he a bad person too?
I mean, like my dad?
No, no.
He's a good man.
We don't get along.
How long has it been
since you've seen him?
Well, six, many seven years.
Oh, you mean you
didn't get along.
Six or seven years
is a long time.
People change a lot.
In sevens years,
I went from a baby
who didn't even know not
to poop on herself to this.
I can walk, talk, go to
school, read, and write.
Maybe you should call him.
Maybe he's changed.
Maybe you've changed.
Katy, that's a lot of time.
A lot of time's gone by.
There's also a lot
of unforgiveness.
You or him?
I guess you.
Well, what makes
you say it's me?
Well, if you haven't seen
him in six or seven years,
how'd you know he
hasn't forgiven you?
Look, Katy, you
don't understand.
- Adults have...
- Mom says
unforgiveness is
bad for everybody.
She says when you
don't forgive someone,
it's like holding them prisoner.
She also says when there's
isn't forgiven, nobody's free.
You have to guard your prisoner
and so the only way for you
to be free is to free him.
Katy, bus.
Yuck!
Call him.
Free yourself.
All right, baby.
Would you like more coffee, sir?
No, no, thank you.
Why don't you give me her's too?
Oh, that's sweet, Charley.
That would've cost me
a fortune anywhere else.
There'll be no more sorrow
No grief and pain
Are you done with
your food, baby?
- Yeah.
- Okay.
'Cause I'll be happy,
happy once again
Hey Jack.
Hey there.
Rose, could you take
care of this customer?
Yeah.
I'm the cook.
Hi, do you wanna
sit down or...
I'm just gonna grab a
coffee if you don't mind.
Okay, okay.
Get that in just a second.
You all right?
Yes.
To-go, sorry.
Are you okay?
Yes, yes.
To-go, to-go.
Cream or sugar or anything?
Just a little
sugar would be nice.
Okay.
You sure you're all right?
Oh my gosh.
There you go.
I'll take this as well.
- You okay?
- Yeah.
I don't suppose you're
the one that paints these?
Merry Christmas, Rose.
Merry Christmas.
He forgot the coffee.
Maybe he didn't want the coffee.
Just turn it on around.
He's like that much cute.
Hey, merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas to you.
Well, thank you, my good man.
You free Friday night, Santa?
I am but you know
I'm married, right?
I want you to be Santa
at a Christmas party.
It pays well.
Can I bring someone?
Bring anyone you like.
Here's my card.
Call me tomorrow and we'll
work out the details.
Merry Christmas.
What can Santa bring
you for Christmas?
The artist who painted this.
Dot, oh, I can smell it.
How do you drink
that nasty stuff?
'Cause I gotta
lose some of this.
Honey, you are just
fine the way you are
without drinking
all that nastiness.
It ain't that bad.
Plus you gotta see him.
Ooh, he works out all the time.
He is one fine, solid Mr. Yummy.
Ooh, hey Santa.
- Hey.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas to you.
Oh, baby, but it
ain't just about
that green pickle smelling
something you're drinking.
It's about what
you're missing out on.
It's not much.
Ice.
No, no, no.
Uh-huh.
- Cream.
- Don't go there.
Big old chocolate sundae.
You are wrong for that.
Ooh, girl, that is
like heaven in a bowl.
A great big bowl.
I know you love it.
I'm freezing, I'm gonna go in.
Okay, I'll be in there.
Okay.
Hey Mr. Sax Man.
You keep watch, all right?
I need to get you some socks.
But I like my toes.
See, they're wiggly.
Look at them wiggle.
Oh, you are crazy.
- Mom?
- Mm-hm?
It's not that I
don't believe in Santa.
It's just...
Mr. Charley doesn't
live in the North Pole.
He lives here in
Fayetteville in this house.
Yes but you know a lot of
people believe in Santa Claus.
Like what about the people
that pass him on the
street every day?
Just because people
give him money,
does not mean they
believe he is Santa.
Well, what about all the kids
that give him their
Christmas list every year?
Katy, honey, Mr. Charley has
given us a safe place to stay,
food on the table.
Don't you think he's
been Santa to us?
Do you believe in Santa?
Yeah, I do.
And I think he lives
right here in this house.
All right, snuggle bug.
You do not have school,
so you're gonna come down
to the diner with me.
And let you wait tables
for a little while for me,
so your momma can get a break.
Show you why you outta
go to college, okay?
You got drowsy all over
snuggled up in here.
You wanna do the
prayers tonight, munchy?
No, I want to hear you pray.
Okay, okay.
Okay.
Dear Father.
Dear God, thank you so much
for bringing back my precious
Katy safe and sound to me.
Once again you show
yourself faithful
even when I am not.
And we just pray for forgiveness
and for You to keep
me safe, keep us safe.
Thank you for Nancy and Charley.
I ask that you just
keep blessings upon them
and this house, everyone
that dwells here.
Pray for forgiveness,
for clarity,
just to remain
teachable and open.
In your precious Son's
name we pray, Amen.
Amen.
Good night, baby.
Night, momma.
I love you.
I love you.
Sweet dreams.
Mom?
Mm-hm?
Can I have my
own Bible for Christmas?
Yeah, but you know
who you outta ask?
Santa Claus and he's just
over there in the next room.
Do it here.
Here we go.
Bucket.
Here you go.
Thank you.
All right, see
you tonight, Santa.
Hey, get there as
early as you can.
We're going out tonight.
It's a surprise.
All right.
Good morning, Rose.
Hey baby.
Ooh girl, here's your stuff.
Thank you.
I got something to tell you.
Okay, what's up?
Well, he wants to
talk with me later.
Who?
Him!
My inspiration.
Mm, Mr. Yummy.
Ooh, I can't wait.
What do you think?
Well, we're suppose
to go out for dinner.
- That's good.
- But I really think...
Order up!
Okay, look, I
will tell you later,
but hey, I told you, it
wasn't much of a sacrifice.
Yeah!
Hey y'all.
Just come in, sit
wherever you like.
You got this?
Okay, make sure you get
them something to drink.
Be near me Lord Jesus
I ask thee to stay
Close by me forever
And love me, I pray
Hi.
This is my daughter, Katy.
She's gonna help us today.
Hi, are you ready
for Christmas?
Yes ma'am.
Have you told Santa
what you want yet?
Yes ma'am.
You talk to Santa?
Yeah, that's for babies.
Why do you talk to Santa?
She told me.
I do too talk to Santa.
I talk to him everyday.
It's not polite to brag.
Yeah, not everybody gets to
talk to Santa Claus every day.
Here, finish taking
their order, okay, baby?
I'll be right back.
All right, she's gonna
take care of you.
Babe.
What?
I'm fine.
I'll be fine.
Honey, you know those are
different things, right?
What happened?
Well, we're not going
to dinner tonight.
Well, I'll close up tomorrow
and you can go then.
No, we're not going
to dinner at all.
Oh babe, I'm so sorry.
Darn it.
That little twig!
What, who?
He dumped me for
that little waif.
Pig.
You just wait, I'm gonna...
No, no, calm down.
Let's not get hostile.
We can be mad but we
don't have to.
It's better that you found
out he's a cheater now.
Believe me.
You are a good woman
and we're gonna find
you an awesome man.
God's got one in line
for you and you know it.
Hello?
We've got tables out here.
I can't do this all by myself.
Hold on, baby.
I'll be right there.
All right, we gotta go to work.
Are you okay?
Okay, I'm okay.
I'll just go to the gym
and cancel my membership.
That's a girl.
And then snap
that little twig.
Okay, you need
to take five, okay?
I'm gonna go out
there and handle this.
Men.
I'm gonna get that heifer.
Hey, lemme get warmer coffee.
Excuse me, waitress.
I am still waiting on my drink.
They're coming.
Here they go.
Can't you get any
better help than that?
Do you know how long
I've had to wait
to even get my order taken?
No, and I really don't care.
What did you just say to me?
When am I going to get my food?
Oh, you gonna get your food.
Hey, hey, hey.
You go on, go on.
- Hey.
- Who are you?
I'm Rose, let me
take care of you.
The waitress, I heard
what she said to me.
She just having a bad day.
I want the waitress
who was just here.
No.
Yes.
No, no, I don't think.
She said some really
nasty things to me.
Well, she's in a
nasty kinda place.
No, no, no.
I want that waitress.
I want her here right now.
Okay, little girl.
Just wait a second.
Hi, here you are.
Merry Christmas.
Have a great one.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Ho, ho, ho.
Merry Christmas.
Are you sure
you're gonna be okay?
I'll be fine.
You don't want us
to help you clean up?
It'll do me good
to close alone.
All right, well, we love you.
I love you guys, too.
I'm glad he's gone.
Oh cutie.
Katy!
You were trying
to change yourself.
I like you because you're Dot.
Don't ever change for anyone.
Except for God.
I love that little girl.
Who is she?
I'm telling you.
Good night.
Good night, Dot.
Good night, sweetheart.
Bells will be ringing
The glad, glad news
Oh, what a Christmas
to have the blues
My baby's gone
I have no friends
To wish me
greetings once again
Choirs will be
singing Silent Night
Christmas carols
by candlelight
Please come home
for Christmas
Please come home
for Christmas
If not for Christmas,
by New Years night
Friends and relations
send salutations
Sure as the
stars shine above
This is Christmas,
yes, Christmas my dear
The time of year to be
with the one you love
Oh, won't you tell me
You'll never more roam
Christmas and New Years
will find you home
There'll be no more sorrow
No grief and pain
'Cause I'll be happy
Happy, once again
There'll be no more sorrow
No grief and pain
And I'll be happy at
Christmas once again
You ladies look very
beautiful tonight.
Katy, baby, we
talked about this.
I think you'll have fun, Katy,
if you just give it a chance.
Why don't you ring the doorbell?
Merry Christmas.
Oh, merry Christmas to you.
Welcome, come in.
Well, what do you think, baby?
I start to feel the
season getting bright
How many reindeer do you have?
Eight, how many do you have?
Have a ball.
I start to feel
all Christmasy
How are you doing?
Good.
And what can Santa bring
you for Christmas this year?
A pony.
A pony?
Okay, a pony, well I'm sure...
With wings, like
in the cartoon.
Any particular color?
Purple.
Okay.
You want a candy cane?
Is that what you want?
Excellent.
Merry Christmas.
Next.
Oh.
You missed.
Girl, this ain't no nickel wine.
Ugh, well, I outta get something
from the kiddie bar probably.
You wanna go with?
Absolutely.
All right.
I don't know what
you're going, Rose,
but you must be doing
something right.
I pray I am.
We need Christmas
Sweet tea, sweetie.
Hey darling.
My better nine tenths.
Good to see y'all.
Good to see you.
Darling, who's that?
I'm not sure.
- I'll be back.
- Cupid means well
He's got terrible aim
March is boring,
April's boring
Don't you like Santa?
He looks like a whole
lot of fun to me.
He's pretty fun.
I live with him.
Is he your dad?
No, just a friend.
What's your name?
Katy.
Don't you wanna
know what my name is?
If you'd like to tell me.
Livie, I'm Livie.
Hi Livie.
That's my mom over there.
I think she's
having a good time.
She is.
I've gotta find the ladies room.
Okay.
Would you mind watching Katy?
You go right ahead,
I'll keep an eye on her.
Okay, thanks.
Going back to
school in September
I'd be fine with
Christmas time all year
Line sure is long.
You guys, you from around here?
I would love to give
you the name of my guy
who does my waxing.
I can sort of see
just a little bit
of your mustache just right.
Christmas time
For Christ is born of Mary
And gathered all his love
Oh, may I help you?
Hi, I'm sorry.
I'm just looking
for the restroom.
There's so many
people down there.
Oh, I think those
women just gather around
that bathroom just to gab.
Come here, darling.
Enjoy the peace and quiet.
Aw, thank you so much.
What can Santa bring you
for Christmas this year?
You want something for
Christmas this year?
Okay.
Good luck.
Come here.
Hi Katy.
Hi.
I just wanted to say
I see what you mean
about the joy I bring my mom.
I also wanted to say thank you.
For what?
The joy, you brought
me joy every year.
And I wanted to say thank you.
You're very welcome, Katy.
That's all.
I know you want to see him.
Holy infant so
tender and mild
And I'm glad you're free.
Sleep in heavenly peace
Let's see.
Sleep in heavenly peace
This is for you.
Silent Night
Holy night
Merry Christmas,
Katy Elizabeth Yates.
Merry Christmas, Santa.
You're a very
special young lady.
Thank you.
There you go.
Heavenly host
sing hallelujah
Christ the Savior is born
Christ the Savior is born
Merry Christmas, Chris.
Merry Christmas.
Silent night
Holy night
Beautiful, isn't it?
It's breathtaking.
There's an interesting
beauty in a sunset
on a lifeless tree.
I choose to see
renewed strength
as the sun rises on a new day.
Oh, I like that.
I saw this in a diner.
I just love the colors.
And the beauty and the innocence
in that young lady's face.
She's not innocent.
Collector?
Or painter or just a fan?
Just a fan mostly.
Well, what's your favorite?
I would have to
say that my favorite
is Michelangelo's pieta.
Ah yeah.
The sculpture.
The one of Mary holding Christ.
Not Joseph of Arimathea.
It was the only
one he ever signed.
Said he always regretted it.
That it showed vanity and pride.
So...
Is that the reason
you never sign yours?
They're beautiful.
Listen.
I think I have a job for you.
Call me tomorrow.
Call me tomorrow.
Can't you hear them sing
They sing Silent Night
Y'all, thank
you so much for coming.
I have coats for
everybody, is this yours?
This one's heres.
Oh, okay and this is yours.
And it was a great party.
Thank you.
That's good, I like that.
Come on to my house.
She's so precious.
You wanna go outside
with Mrs. Nancy
and I'll meet you there?
Okay.
She is so precious.
Thank you.
And thank you so much for
the peace and quiet earlier.
Hey, Robert told
me about your art.
Now listen, he doesn't
take to just anybody.
And he's a pretty
good judge of person.
I know he gave you his card.
He did.
He doesn't do that.
You should call him.
Okay.
- Santa.
- Yes sir.
We got some business
to take care of.
Yes sir.
Rose.
Good night, Robert, thank you.
- Call me tomorrow.
- Okay, thank you.
Good night, Robert.
Good night, merry Christmas.
- Thank you, Robert.
- Good night.
Ma'am.
Oh, thank you.
It was really nice
seeing you again.
You too.
Can I walk you out?
Oh, no, I'm gonna
wait on Charley.
- Okay.
- Thanks.
Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
Thank you.
So, tell me about Rose.
What's her story?
Thank you.
Rose is a very special person.
Good morning.
Well, that's not
a face I expected
to see in here this morning.
God is good.
Oh, I know that's right.
Hey Robert.
It's been three days.
I know.
With Christmas and everything,
it's just been crazy.
I'm sorry.
Well, I think you can help me.
I've got someone I'd
like you to meet.
And if you'll meet
me here tomorrow
at this address at five o'clock.
Robert, you are so kind
and I appreciate you
loving my artwork,
loving it enough to buy it.
And I was really excited
about getting back
into the art world, but.
But what?
I'm just a waitress.
I'm, okay, so, I'm a
waitress that paints.
But I'm still just a waitress.
Look, you're an
artist who waits tables,
but you're still an artist.
And I believe you can help me.
Five o'clock.
She'll be there.
She'll be there.
- Well.
- See you tomorrow?
I guess I'll be there.
God is good.
Bow or no bow?
What do you think?
No bow.
That looks fantastic.
All right, now this
one is for your mom.
Wonder if she'll
guess what's in it.
Oh, hey there.
Hey, you sure you don't mind?
Are you kidding me?
She is the best Christmas
paper wrapping person
in the whole planet.
Way to go.
And I think after
this we might even make
some chocolate chip cookies.
Dude, your favorite.
Okay, I won't be gone long.
I love you.
Be a good girl.
- Bye mom.
- You guys be good.
Here, don't tell your mom.
I'm right here!
Good, are you ready?
Let's go.
Let's do it.
You guys have fun.
Thank you, love you.
Love you, too.
Let's go.
Wait a second, it's a
little bit chilly outside.
Frosty cold, silver wind
Nature wears a
Christmas dress
Peaceful woods,
a quiet trail
Little clouds
with every breathe
Diamonds on the snowy peaks
A red bird sings
in the evergreen
On a winter walk
- Hey.
- Hi.
You look so good.
On a winter walk
Hey Charley.
Hey Robert.
With a new one
getting closer
Fa, la, la
Fa, la, la, la
Fa, la, la, la
- Hi.
- Nice to meet you.
I've been telling
'em about you.
Well, that must be
a short conversation
seeing how you don't
know anything about me.
Tread lightly, Robert.
Well, there actually was.
I told them that you're the
best artist I've seen in awhile.
And I've learned more
about art from you
in a short while,
then I've learned
from all of those pompous
critics over the past 10 years.
And there's something else.
I've learned that your
friends think a lot of you.
Well?
Robert says
you're very special.
Rare in the art world.
We've seen your work
and it's fantastic.
Robert says you're
the woman for it.
The woman for what?
Rose, we want to
run our gallery.
Run your gallery?
Yeah.
Run your art gallery.
I'm flattered but I'm
just a country girl
from Fayetteville, Tennessee.
A waitress.
Okay, I'm an artist
who waits tables.
Yes.
But a waitress, y'all.
You don't have
to know everything.
I mean, we already
have a team in place.
We just needed
to find the face.
Someone the people
can relate you.
Someone that knows
and loves art.
I think y'all
got the wrong girl.
I mean, high society,
that ain't me.
No offense but the other
night at your party,
I was so uncomfortable.
I'm just trying to be honest.
Look, Livia and I
hate those parties, too.
Oh my gosh.
Robert knows I feel this way.
If I never see
another designer gown
stuck with a two size
too big cackling hen,
it'll be just fine with me.
Besides girl, do I
sound like high society?
Really, Rose?
You and little Katy are the
sweetest breathe of fresh air
that's blown through that
house in a long time.
And we want to open an
art gallery for everybody.
We want to open a place where
everybody feels comfortable.
We want an art gallery
where the beauty
of art reflects the heart.
That's you, Rose.
That's you.
It's just a lot.
I'd be a fool to say no.
And you are quite the salesman.
But that diner, those people,
those friends that
you talk about.
This might be hard
to understand,
but that diner has
become like our home.
And Jack and Dot treat us
like we're their family.
To just walk away from
that, I can't do that.
Maybe I just need to go home
tonight and think about it.
Rose, you're fired.
What?
I had to have a backup plan.
Oh my gosh.
Katy, honey, honey.
But Mom, this one
has my name on it.
What?
Hey Mom, Mom, come here.
The lease is
paid up for a year
whether you take the job or not.
It's been a dream
of mine to bring art
to people who love
it and appreciate it.
Not just for its culture
or its social prestige.
But for the heart of it.
The sweat, the inspiration,
the love that an artist
puts into the painting
of their homestead, the
sketch of a love one's face.
Or a sculpture of a
mother's tragic loss
and a world's hope for eternity.
This is a fantastic
moment in my life.
And now I would to introduce
to you the new curator
of the people's museum of art.
Ladies and gentlemen,
Rose Phelps.
Thank you.
I'm not sure I belong up here.
I am truly honored
and truly blessed.
Art for me as been
a form of survival,
of escape,
a way to be somewhere else,
a way to remember things
that I love and miss,
a way to smell, touch
things that are far way,
a way to bring them close again.
Each painting has
been born of a desire,
of a need to remember
to live, not just exist.
And with art being
a gift, I thank God.
There are so many people
that I owe so much to.
Thank you for your
love and care.
Thank you for your
support and belief.
And for this
amazing opportunity.
And for the reason to live.
Thank you for your trust
in me with your art.
This is gonna be fun.
All right, baby,
you ready for bed?
Almost.
Rinse out your toothbrush
and put it in your cup
before you come in, okay?
- Okay.
- All right.
Get in there, you crazy girl.
Babe, you're gonna have to
start folding these clothes up,
putting 'em away, okay?
- Mom?
- Mm-hm?
Sing Beautiful Star.
All right.
Oh beautiful
star of Bethlehem
Shining for the shadows dim
Giving a light for
those who long have gone
Guiding the wise
men on their way
Onto the place
where Jesus lay
Oh beautiful Star of
Bethlehem shine on
Amen.
- Mom?
- Mm-hm?
Do you miss the diner?
Yeah, sure, I miss the diner.
Me too.
But we'll still get
to eat there, right?
Absolutely, you can
always go back there.
Yeah, all right,
snuggle up to Drowsy.
Get some good sleep.
I love you.
I love you.
Good night, Mommy.
Good night, baby.
Excuse me, I don't
think that belongs to you.
Yeah, how do you know?
Well, it doesn't match
your shoes for one.
What is happening?
Dude, why do you have my purse?
I ain't saying
nothing to you or you.
Let go.
See, now look,
he's talking already.
Why don't you give the
nice lady back her purse?
Thank you.
Apologize to the lady.
Sorry.
That didn't seem
very heartfelt.
Now let's try it one more time.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry.
Okay, well why don't
you tell this nice lady
it'll never happen again?
It'll never happen again.
Now let me go!
Now you need to tell
her that she needs
to go to dinner with me tonight.
I can do this all
day, my friend.
You should go to
dinner with this nut.
Get out of here.
You're both nuts.
Thank you.
Is that a yes?
I feel like I've earned it.
You do?
You got a favorite restaurant?
You like slaw burgers?
Slaw burgers, huh?
Who'd a thunk it?
Is that about right?
Something like that?
Emmanuel
On the night of nights
On angel's wings from heaven
There is a story told
From back in days of old
There was born a baby child
So tender meek and mild
They say he came
from God above
Sent down here to
show us how to
Love our fellow man
Merry Christmas, Mommy.
That was the plan
It sure is, baby.
That's why they
call it Christmas
It's all about the
love we share
Everyday should be Christmas
Showing someone that we care
He had a destiny
To give his life
for you and me
He took all the blame
For all our sin and shame
I'm so glad he set me free
And all I had to do
Is to believe he was the one
And so it's done
That's why they
call it Christmas
It's all about the
love we share
Everyday should be Christmas
Showing someone that we care
When those nights get
cold and lonely
And it seems all
hope is gone
Just remeber someone
loves you
There to help you carry on
That's why they
call it Christmas
I walked into Nelson's
just the other day
There were lots
of pretty shoes
But I looked the other way
Went straight to the Christmas
decorations and stuff
Couldn't wait to get
back home and put 'em up
Katy!
I love Christmas
It's Christmas!
Stockings on the fireplace
The jolly look on the
little one's faces
When they talk
to Santa Claus
I love Christmas
For all the joy it brings us
For the Savior
that redeems us
Oh, I love Christmas
Away in a Manger
and We Three Kings
I love all those old hymns
and carols that we sing
An angel high atop
a tree so tall
It's by far my
favorite holiday of all
I love Christmas
Stockings on the fireplace
The jolly look on the
little one's faces
When they talk
to Santa Claus
I love Christmas for
all the joy it brings us
For the Savior
that redeems us
Oh, I love Christmas
I love Christmas
The stockings
on the fireplace
The jolly look on the
little one's faces
When they talk
to Santa Claus
I love Christmas for
all the joy it brings us
For the Savior
that redeems us
Oh, I love Christmas
I love Christmas
Rose.
Hey Livie.
Hey, how are you?
It's so good to see you.
You too.
Did I interrupt you?
Oh, no, I'm just.
We got a new artist in
from Sweden actually.
And so I'm cataloging
all of her paintings.
Isn't she awesome?
Oh yes, what's the
name of this one?
This is called A
View by the Lake.
I love that.
Speaking of view, the view
I saw not too long ago
of you walking out
the door on your date.
Oh, that was
not a date, Livie.
Well, it sure looked
like a date to me.
Oh my goodness.
I ain't got no time for
heartbreak right now.
Girl, you might wind
up with a broken heart.
If the past is any indiction
of how things will end up
with me and man, heart break
is written all over it.
Every time.
Well, I've been wrong before,
but I've been right before, too.
Sometimes you can't
run from romance.
So you say, so everybody says.
It's just so scary
though to say,
okay, let's shake the dust off.
Let's just throw
caution to the wind
and move forward.
Let me just ask
you this question.
Are you making the same choices
that you've made in your past?
No, definitely not.
Trust yourself.
We'll see.
Fair enough.
You know we love you.
I love you.
Hey.
Oh hi.
Hi.
- Here.
- Fruitcake, huh?
Yeah.
You know nobody
eats those, right?
Yeah, yeah.
Here, let me help you.
Oh thanks.
Baby, can you go close the door?
Of course.
Thank you.
Thanks for inviting me.
Of course, thank you for coming.
Love is the reason
we honor the season
And celebrate
this time of year
The joy and the laughter
is the feeling we're after
As we raise a toast
of holiday cheer
Wishing a merry, a merry
Merry, merry, merry,
merry Christmas
To everyone here
Merry, merry, merry,
merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Nobody misses
stealing some kisses
Standing beneath
the mistletoe
Sharing the blessing
over turkey and dressing
With family and
friends you love so
Wishing a merry,
merry, merry, merry
Merry, merry,
merry Christmas
To everyone here
Merry, merry,
merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Happy new year
Presents wrapped up
in ribbons and bows
Laying there under the tree
Stocking are stuffed,
lined up in a row
For all of the
children to see
Silver bells will be ringing
The kids will be singing
Rudolph the red
nosed reindeer
Their hearts will be
racing with anticipation
The moment Saint Nick
will soon be here
Wishing a merry,
merry, merry, merry
Merry, merry,
merry Christmas
To everyone here
Merry, a merry,
merry, merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Oh, merry, merry,
merry, merry
Merry Christmas
to everyone here
Merry, a merry,
merry, merry Christmas
And a happy new year
Oh, merry, merry,
merry, merry Christmas
And a happy, a
happy new year
In the east a star so bright
Hung like a jewel in the sky
Above the town of Bethlehem
Where they gathered
around to worship Him
Shepherds came
and wise men wept
To praise the
child, Emmanuel
On a night of nights
On angel's wings from heaven
came the Kings of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the nights of nights
Soft asleep in a bed of hay
The breathe of
God in silence lay
Beneath the cloth
his body curved
In his little hands
the hope of the world
Lamb of God, truth defined
A gift of love
for all mankind
On a night of nights
On angel's wings from heaven
came the King of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the night of nights
On the night of nights
On angel's wing from heaven
came the King of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the night of nights
On angel's wing from heaven
came the King of kings
To save the world
To shine God's light
Jesus was born
On the night of nights
On the night of nights
On the night of nights
Amazing Jesus