1 00:00:06,715 --> 00:00:08,882 ♪ If you never saw the snow ♪ 2 00:00:08,883 --> 00:00:12,470 ♪ Or had no place to hang the mistletoe ♪ 3 00:00:14,097 --> 00:00:18,434 ♪ Would you still find Christmas? ♪ 4 00:00:18,435 --> 00:00:21,603 ♪ It's not the pretty bows and ribbons ♪ 5 00:00:21,604 --> 00:00:24,398 ♪ It's less taking and more giving ♪ 6 00:00:24,399 --> 00:00:26,692 {\an8}♪ It's not checking off the wishes ♪ 7 00:00:26,693 --> 00:00:29,570 {\an8}♪ On your wish list ♪ 8 00:00:29,571 --> 00:00:31,822 {\an8}♪ If you somehow lost the holly ♪ 9 00:00:31,823 --> 00:00:34,575 {\an8}♪ Could your heart be filled with jolly? ♪ 10 00:00:34,576 --> 00:00:40,290 {\an8}♪ Would you feel like There's something missing? ♪ 11 00:00:40,915 --> 00:00:43,167 {\an8}♪ Would you still find ♪ 12 00:00:43,168 --> 00:00:47,338 {\an8}♪ Christmas? ♪ 13 00:00:57,974 --> 00:00:58,892 {\an8} Hi, girl. 14 00:01:06,775 --> 00:01:10,069 {\an8} Didn't know anyone got up earlier than I do, 15 00:01:10,070 --> 00:01:11,904 {\an8}especially on a Saturday. 16 00:01:11,905 --> 00:01:13,864 {\an8}An old habit from the rodeo. 17 00:01:13,865 --> 00:01:16,117 {\an8}You know, first through the chute, ride home a champ. 18 00:01:17,410 --> 00:01:21,330 {\an8}And these digs are way more spacious than you ever let on. 19 00:01:21,331 --> 00:01:23,165 {\an8}Uh, pretty solid roots here. 20 00:01:23,166 --> 00:01:25,042 {\an8}Three generations and counting. 21 00:01:25,043 --> 00:01:26,335 {\an8}Lucky you. 22 00:01:26,336 --> 00:01:28,837 {\an8}I've never spent longer than three months in one place, 23 00:01:28,838 --> 00:01:30,339 {\an8}let alone three generations. 24 00:01:30,340 --> 00:01:32,007 {\an8}Yeah, growing up this place was known as 25 00:01:32,008 --> 00:01:34,843 {\an8}the best horse training and boarding ranch in the county. 26 00:01:34,844 --> 00:01:37,721 {\an8}Frankly, it's uh, seen better days. 27 00:01:37,722 --> 00:01:39,723 {\an8}Luckily, I have loyal ranch hands 28 00:01:39,724 --> 00:01:41,517 {\an8}who keep the place running while I'm on the road. 29 00:01:41,518 --> 00:01:44,061 {\an8}Hmm. I would've loved growing up here. 30 00:01:44,062 --> 00:01:45,604 Yeah, I sure did. 31 00:01:45,605 --> 00:01:47,898 But staying still has never come easy for me. 32 00:01:47,899 --> 00:01:49,525 Not long before I get the itch. 33 00:01:49,526 --> 00:01:51,693 The itch to get back to rodeo life. 34 00:01:53,446 --> 00:01:55,115 It's so peaceful here though. 35 00:01:56,032 --> 00:01:57,867 None of your family coming up for Christmas? 36 00:01:59,160 --> 00:02:02,579 Ah, it's just me and my brother Noal now. 37 00:02:02,580 --> 00:02:04,957 Folks passed close together years back 38 00:02:04,958 --> 00:02:07,292 and Noal went off to serve in the army. 39 00:02:07,293 --> 00:02:09,087 Hasn't set foot on the ranch since. 40 00:02:09,879 --> 00:02:11,797 I'm sorry to hear that. 41 00:02:11,798 --> 00:02:13,048 You never talk about him. 42 00:02:13,049 --> 00:02:15,635 Ah, we both went off to chase our dreams. 43 00:02:16,511 --> 00:02:19,721 Now it all feels big and hard to manage. 44 00:02:19,722 --> 00:02:21,098 Barely keeping the lights on 45 00:02:21,099 --> 00:02:23,434 with rodeo prize money and horse boarding. 46 00:02:24,310 --> 00:02:26,812 Truth is, I'm hoping the Christmas showcase can help us 47 00:02:26,813 --> 00:02:29,274 make enough to take us well into the new year. 48 00:02:30,150 --> 00:02:32,026 Well, I have faith things are looking up. 49 00:02:33,069 --> 00:02:35,112 I mean, we've had some great wins lately. 50 00:02:35,113 --> 00:02:39,241 Yes. And Vintage Western Rodeo is taking notice. 51 00:02:39,242 --> 00:02:42,452 Grace, their CEO, just confirmed our sponsorship meeting tomorrow. 52 00:02:42,453 --> 00:02:45,164 She wants to meet us before the event on Monday. 53 00:02:45,165 --> 00:02:46,915 Well, I can't believe you got a meeting 54 00:02:46,916 --> 00:02:50,460 with the biggest clothing company in rodeo before Christmas. 55 00:02:50,461 --> 00:02:52,421 All because you join me and the team. 56 00:02:52,422 --> 00:02:54,631 Three months ago, they wouldn't even look at us. 57 00:02:54,632 --> 00:02:56,717 Turns out you add one of the circuit's 58 00:02:56,718 --> 00:03:00,387 hottest new female riders, you get on the radar fast. 59 00:03:00,388 --> 00:03:03,181 Well, I'm not sure that's the case, but I'll take the break. 60 00:03:03,182 --> 00:03:05,851 If we crush our events at the Christmas showcase, 61 00:03:05,852 --> 00:03:08,395 we're talking a big enough purse to cover competition 62 00:03:08,396 --> 00:03:10,814 and travel fees for a few months. 63 00:03:10,815 --> 00:03:15,862 Plus there's so much to fix around here to honor the past 64 00:03:16,446 --> 00:03:18,655 and set us up for a good year to come. 65 00:03:18,656 --> 00:03:20,991 Wow. No pressure or anything. 66 00:03:20,992 --> 00:03:22,534 Don't worry, we got your back. 67 00:03:22,535 --> 00:03:24,202 There's six of us in total. 68 00:03:24,203 --> 00:03:27,164 Besides, pressure makes good riders. 69 00:03:27,165 --> 00:03:30,208 So, you almost ready to head out? 70 00:03:30,209 --> 00:03:31,920 One last training run before we hit the road. 71 00:04:03,243 --> 00:04:04,910 Emma, what happened? You good? 72 00:04:04,911 --> 00:04:06,411 Her legs just buckled. 73 00:04:06,412 --> 00:04:08,413 She wouldn't let me get on. Something's really wrong. 74 00:04:08,414 --> 00:04:10,415 That's not good. I'll call the vet. 75 00:04:10,416 --> 00:04:12,210 It's okay girl. It's okay. 76 00:04:17,715 --> 00:04:20,426 Okay, doc. Thanks. 77 00:04:22,262 --> 00:04:23,845 Dr. Winshaw says she can be here 78 00:04:23,846 --> 00:04:26,139 first thing tomorrow morning. 79 00:04:26,140 --> 00:04:29,017 Hell of a thing to happen right before the Christmas showcase. 80 00:04:29,018 --> 00:04:30,769 Hey, don't stress. 81 00:04:30,770 --> 00:04:32,604 Stay the night and we'll wait to head out 82 00:04:32,605 --> 00:04:34,690 until we get the diagnosis tomorrow morning. 83 00:04:34,691 --> 00:04:37,025 Oh, no, no, no. You have to go on ahead. 84 00:04:37,026 --> 00:04:38,443 You have the sponsorship meeting 85 00:04:38,444 --> 00:04:40,612 and the rest of the guys are waiting on you. 86 00:04:40,613 --> 00:04:43,115 That's a good thing about State Circuit. You'll be close by. 87 00:04:43,116 --> 00:04:45,659 And Regal and I will catch up with you when she's cleared. 88 00:04:45,660 --> 00:04:48,328 You sure? You can borrow a horse. 89 00:04:48,329 --> 00:04:50,122 I know how important showcase is, 90 00:04:50,123 --> 00:04:52,666 but I can't leave Regal. 91 00:04:52,667 --> 00:04:55,961 She's been with me for eight years and helped me go pro. 92 00:04:55,962 --> 00:04:57,921 I need her. 93 00:04:57,922 --> 00:05:01,466 Hey, it happens. Horse feels off then gives out. 94 00:05:01,467 --> 00:05:04,511 Ain't on you. All part of the ride. 95 00:05:04,512 --> 00:05:06,972 I can't thank you enough for your support 96 00:05:06,973 --> 00:05:10,100 and while I'm here, I will do anything I can to help out. 97 00:05:10,101 --> 00:05:12,811 I'll let our ranch hand Justin know that you'll be around. 98 00:05:12,812 --> 00:05:15,606 Now get out of here. We're supposed to be on the road an hour and a half ago. 99 00:05:16,190 --> 00:05:17,316 Make yourself at home. 100 00:05:17,317 --> 00:05:18,483 Thanks again. 101 00:05:18,484 --> 00:05:20,278 Go show him what Bill Lightning's got. 102 00:06:17,376 --> 00:06:18,503 All right. 103 00:07:16,936 --> 00:07:18,896 Ahh… 104 00:07:20,148 --> 00:07:21,566 What!? 105 00:07:27,447 --> 00:07:28,573 Mmm… 106 00:07:31,159 --> 00:07:32,535 Mmm… 107 00:07:41,043 --> 00:07:42,544 - Hey. - Ah! 108 00:07:42,545 --> 00:07:44,880 - Ahh! - Goldilocks. 109 00:07:44,881 --> 00:07:45,840 Wake up. 110 00:07:53,097 --> 00:07:54,764 Stay back! 111 00:07:54,765 --> 00:07:55,765 Who are you? 112 00:07:55,766 --> 00:07:57,225 You first, trespasser. 113 00:07:57,226 --> 00:07:58,435 Trespasser? 114 00:07:58,436 --> 00:08:00,353 You're the one who just broke into the house. 115 00:08:00,354 --> 00:08:01,354 Wrong. 116 00:08:01,355 --> 00:08:02,732 This is my ranch. 117 00:08:03,316 --> 00:08:05,317 This is Billy Halliday's ranch. 118 00:08:05,318 --> 00:08:06,694 So he likes to tell people. 119 00:08:09,947 --> 00:08:11,865 You're his brother. 120 00:08:11,866 --> 00:08:13,158 Noal. 121 00:08:13,159 --> 00:08:14,284 You got it. 122 00:08:14,285 --> 00:08:16,536 All right. 123 00:08:16,537 --> 00:08:18,705 Didn't know he had a girlfriend staying here. 124 00:08:18,706 --> 00:08:20,499 Uh uh. No, I'm, I'm not his girlfriend. 125 00:08:20,500 --> 00:08:23,168 We um, we uh, we work together. 126 00:08:23,169 --> 00:08:24,921 And… and we're friends. 127 00:08:27,006 --> 00:08:27,882 What? 128 00:08:28,966 --> 00:08:30,550 Nothing. 129 00:08:30,551 --> 00:08:34,639 Listen, I'll give you a minute to back up your stuff and… 130 00:08:36,098 --> 00:08:38,683 I was here first. 131 00:08:38,684 --> 00:08:41,687 No, I was here first seeing this, this is my room. 132 00:08:43,689 --> 00:08:47,484 It is very late and I have had a very long day 133 00:08:47,485 --> 00:08:49,069 and I've already unpacked. 134 00:08:49,070 --> 00:08:52,240 It'll be so much easier for you to just go find another room. 135 00:08:56,327 --> 00:08:57,995 You're kicking me out of my own room? 136 00:08:59,539 --> 00:09:01,040 It appears that way, soldier. 137 00:09:22,895 --> 00:09:23,896 Sweet dreams. 138 00:09:54,051 --> 00:09:55,136 Thank you. 139 00:09:56,387 --> 00:09:58,638 So how long are you staying? 140 00:09:58,639 --> 00:10:01,474 Well, seeing as I'm part owner here, 141 00:10:01,475 --> 00:10:03,310 I think that question goes to you. 142 00:10:03,311 --> 00:10:05,186 Look, this wasn't planned. 143 00:10:05,187 --> 00:10:07,147 My horse Regal needs to see a vet soon 144 00:10:07,148 --> 00:10:10,609 so I can get to the Christmas showcase as soon as possible. 145 00:10:10,610 --> 00:10:12,861 Showcase starts tomorrow. Christmas in a week. 146 00:10:12,862 --> 00:10:14,822 Not a lot of time to start your stuff. 147 00:10:22,121 --> 00:10:24,122 Bill didn't say you were coming home. 148 00:10:24,123 --> 00:10:25,665 Didn't tell him. 149 00:10:25,666 --> 00:10:27,542 Why not? 150 00:10:27,543 --> 00:10:30,295 I didn't think I needed permission to come back to my own home. 151 00:10:30,296 --> 00:10:32,547 Well, surely he's your brother. I mean it would've been nice… 152 00:10:32,548 --> 00:10:34,466 Can we just pause the interrogation 153 00:10:34,467 --> 00:10:36,469 until after caffeine? 154 00:10:44,143 --> 00:10:47,228 Seriously? You put this back in the fridge? 155 00:10:47,229 --> 00:10:48,355 How do you know it was me? 156 00:10:48,356 --> 00:10:50,357 Because you were the only late night intruder. 157 00:10:50,358 --> 00:10:52,150 Again, not an intruder. 158 00:10:52,151 --> 00:10:53,819 This is my home. 159 00:10:55,363 --> 00:10:57,322 Oh! 160 00:10:57,323 --> 00:10:58,783 That's hot. 161 00:10:59,492 --> 00:11:02,327 Okay, you've had your first hit of caffeine, so spill it. 162 00:11:02,328 --> 00:11:03,745 How come Bill didn't say 163 00:11:03,746 --> 00:11:05,872 you were coming home for the holidays? 164 00:11:05,873 --> 00:11:07,415 Not home for the holidays. 165 00:11:07,416 --> 00:11:09,459 Yes, it's Christmas and I'm here, 166 00:11:09,460 --> 00:11:12,295 but Christmas isn't really… 167 00:11:12,296 --> 00:11:13,713 Oh look, I get it. 168 00:11:13,714 --> 00:11:17,300 Bah humbug. You don't like Christmas. 169 00:11:17,301 --> 00:11:19,427 I figured Bill will be off on the last tour of the season 170 00:11:19,428 --> 00:11:23,306 and my plan was to be here and gone before he got back. 171 00:11:23,307 --> 00:11:24,392 You've been gone a long time? 172 00:11:25,393 --> 00:11:26,602 Seven years. 173 00:11:30,022 --> 00:11:31,856 Oh. That must be the vet. 174 00:11:31,857 --> 00:11:34,026 Hopefully we will be out of here in no time. 175 00:11:43,869 --> 00:11:46,914 Well, looks like a strain near a cannon bone. 176 00:11:48,457 --> 00:11:50,291 How long until she's healed? 177 00:11:50,292 --> 00:11:52,419 Well it could be a mild sprain or something more serious. 178 00:11:52,420 --> 00:11:54,087 Ligament. Tendon. 179 00:11:54,088 --> 00:11:56,381 Best to be safe with a week of stall rest, 180 00:11:56,382 --> 00:11:57,966 cold therapy and no riding. 181 00:11:57,967 --> 00:12:00,301 I'll come back in a few days to check on her. 182 00:12:00,302 --> 00:12:01,886 I'm sorry, a week? 183 00:12:01,887 --> 00:12:05,265 I was hoping to hit the road today, maybe tomorrow. 184 00:12:05,266 --> 00:12:07,350 We have a holiday showcase competition. 185 00:12:07,351 --> 00:12:09,060 As soon as possible is a week. 186 00:12:09,061 --> 00:12:12,105 You push her now you're looking at a season on the sidelines. 187 00:12:12,106 --> 00:12:13,189 I can't ride another horse. 188 00:12:13,190 --> 00:12:15,692 She's the only one I've been able to rank with. 189 00:12:15,693 --> 00:12:18,862 Rodeo events can be hard on both horse and rider. 190 00:12:18,863 --> 00:12:22,574 Maybe you could use a break too. It is the Christmas season. 191 00:12:22,575 --> 00:12:24,367 I have earned my place on that team. 192 00:12:24,368 --> 00:12:26,911 Well maybe so. But you're both looking worn out. 193 00:12:26,912 --> 00:12:29,414 One slick, one bad landing and just like that 194 00:12:29,415 --> 00:12:32,500 the two of you are off the circuit for good. 195 00:12:32,501 --> 00:12:35,879 Bill wouldn't have taken you on if you didn't have grit. 196 00:12:35,880 --> 00:12:39,340 You can't take chances and heart ain't enough. 197 00:12:39,341 --> 00:12:41,009 Well look who the cat dragged in. 198 00:12:41,010 --> 00:12:42,886 Oh, oh no. 199 00:12:42,887 --> 00:12:44,763 Oh, it's been ages. 200 00:12:45,473 --> 00:12:47,098 Nice to see you. 201 00:12:47,099 --> 00:12:48,850 And Doc knows better than anyone 202 00:12:48,851 --> 00:12:50,560 this sport takes more than it gives. 203 00:12:50,561 --> 00:12:52,228 She knew my mom well. 204 00:12:52,229 --> 00:12:55,190 Oh, your mom was one hell of a rider 205 00:12:55,191 --> 00:12:56,774 and she knew when it was time to kick back 206 00:12:56,775 --> 00:12:58,943 and enjoy a little Christmas spirit. 207 00:12:58,944 --> 00:13:00,778 Well, I can enjoy the holiday spirit 208 00:13:00,779 --> 00:13:02,990 by being in the showcase. 209 00:13:04,241 --> 00:13:07,118 Look, truth is with a healthy horse by your side 210 00:13:07,119 --> 00:13:09,954 you can ride and compete your heart out. 211 00:13:09,955 --> 00:13:14,292 But this mare is out for at least a week. No arguments. 212 00:13:14,293 --> 00:13:17,003 Lots of rest and patience. 213 00:13:17,004 --> 00:13:18,796 Noal, you help take care of the two of them. 214 00:13:18,797 --> 00:13:19,965 Yes ma'am. 215 00:13:27,139 --> 00:13:28,598 We don't need looking after. 216 00:13:28,599 --> 00:13:31,100 Never said that you did. 217 00:13:31,101 --> 00:13:33,520 But like or not I do intend on staying here for a few days. 218 00:13:33,521 --> 00:13:35,813 So we're roommates. 219 00:13:39,944 --> 00:13:41,320 It's Bill. 220 00:13:42,446 --> 00:13:44,906 Don't tell him I'm here. 221 00:13:44,907 --> 00:13:47,534 Why not? We work together. 222 00:13:47,535 --> 00:13:49,577 Technically, he's my boss. 223 00:13:49,578 --> 00:13:53,623 It's complicated. Just… I want to tell him on my own time. 224 00:13:53,624 --> 00:13:56,125 All right. I don't want to get between two brothers. 225 00:14:03,759 --> 00:14:06,386 Hey, what did Dr. Winshaw say? 226 00:14:06,387 --> 00:14:09,348 It's not great. A week at least. 227 00:14:10,849 --> 00:14:13,017 Ouch. Well she knows best. 228 00:14:13,018 --> 00:14:14,602 You can still come out for the barrel race 229 00:14:14,603 --> 00:14:16,104 and use one of the team horses. 230 00:14:16,105 --> 00:14:17,689 I'm so sorry Bill. 231 00:14:17,690 --> 00:14:20,900 I know you're counting on me but I can't leave Regal. 232 00:14:20,901 --> 00:14:22,652 How's it going with the sponsors? 233 00:14:22,653 --> 00:14:25,071 Great. They're really looking forward to seeing us, 234 00:14:25,072 --> 00:14:26,906 especially you in action. 235 00:14:26,907 --> 00:14:29,951 You'll make the performance events on Christmas Eve next Saturday? 236 00:14:29,952 --> 00:14:33,037 Yeah, I really hope so. I need to keep my rank. 237 00:14:33,038 --> 00:14:35,248 Great because the competition is fierce. 238 00:14:35,249 --> 00:14:37,542 Oh I really wish I was there. 239 00:14:37,543 --> 00:14:39,460 Ah, the team will cover you. 240 00:14:39,461 --> 00:14:40,921 So everything good at the ranch? 241 00:14:41,755 --> 00:14:45,800 Um, yeah, yeah, everything's great. 242 00:14:45,801 --> 00:14:48,803 I'll watch your event live online. Have a good ride. 243 00:14:48,804 --> 00:14:51,639 Thanks. I got my eye on that prize. 244 00:14:51,640 --> 00:14:54,393 Christmas is coming and the tack shed needs a new roof 245 00:15:31,889 --> 00:15:34,223 As I live and breathe. 246 00:15:34,224 --> 00:15:36,894 If it isn't Noal Halliday. 247 00:15:37,895 --> 00:15:40,271 There he is. Long time. 248 00:15:40,272 --> 00:15:41,440 Yeah. 249 00:15:44,109 --> 00:15:45,985 How are you buddy? 250 00:15:45,986 --> 00:15:48,529 No complaints. Especially with Christmas coming. 251 00:15:48,530 --> 00:15:50,156 You on leave? 252 00:15:50,157 --> 00:15:52,952 You could say that. Permanently. 253 00:15:54,036 --> 00:15:55,244 Ah. I guess the state comes 254 00:15:55,245 --> 00:15:57,038 even for the best of us, doesn't it? 255 00:15:57,039 --> 00:15:59,040 Yeah, if you say so. 256 00:15:59,041 --> 00:16:01,626 Though, I didn't think it would come for you so soon. 257 00:16:01,627 --> 00:16:04,462 Your loyalty to something when you commit is bone deep. 258 00:16:04,463 --> 00:16:06,631 Hey, honorable discharge. 259 00:16:06,632 --> 00:16:10,677 Ah, that sounds about right. Something happened? 260 00:16:10,678 --> 00:16:12,136 Yeah. 261 00:16:12,137 --> 00:16:13,721 You got shot? 262 00:16:13,722 --> 00:16:15,056 Yeah. Collapsed the lung. 263 00:16:15,057 --> 00:16:17,475 It turns out spontaneous pneumothorax 264 00:16:17,476 --> 00:16:19,352 is not as compatible to jumping out of airplanes 265 00:16:19,353 --> 00:16:21,021 as I would like. 266 00:16:22,564 --> 00:16:23,982 They leave a bullet in there? 267 00:16:23,983 --> 00:16:27,276 No, but the scar tissue is not as flexible, so. 268 00:16:27,277 --> 00:16:28,903 You pressurize our Noal… 269 00:16:28,904 --> 00:16:31,864 And pop goes the lung. 270 00:16:31,865 --> 00:16:34,867 Geez, man. Did they offer you anything else? 271 00:16:34,868 --> 00:16:38,121 They did. Turns out I'm not a desk guy. 272 00:16:39,540 --> 00:16:41,457 You're always the biggest helper on the ranch. 273 00:16:41,458 --> 00:16:42,792 How long you staying? 274 00:16:42,793 --> 00:16:45,628 Don't know yet. Just trying to get my bearings. 275 00:16:45,629 --> 00:16:48,756 Well, no better place to do it than home. 276 00:16:48,757 --> 00:16:51,009 Especially in the holidays. 277 00:16:51,010 --> 00:16:53,136 Your mom used to decorate this place pretty nice. 278 00:16:53,137 --> 00:16:55,888 I put up few the old things but they just look worn out. 279 00:16:55,889 --> 00:16:58,558 Yeah. Faded glory, huh? 280 00:16:58,559 --> 00:17:00,435 Hmm. Your brother probably should be back 281 00:17:00,436 --> 00:17:02,020 by Christmas day with lots of prize money. 282 00:17:02,021 --> 00:17:04,230 Help spruce things up. 283 00:17:04,231 --> 00:17:06,482 Well, better be a pretty big haul if he's going to 284 00:17:06,483 --> 00:17:08,402 attend to all the things that need fixing around here. 285 00:17:13,407 --> 00:17:15,158 Welcome rodeo fans in the stands 286 00:17:15,159 --> 00:17:18,161 and those tuning into the excitement from home. 287 00:17:18,162 --> 00:17:19,787 We are here at the fairgrounds today 288 00:17:19,788 --> 00:17:23,082 and they are electric as competitors gear up 289 00:17:23,083 --> 00:17:26,419 for the first event of the day, the reindeer roping. 290 00:17:26,420 --> 00:17:30,590 But first I have a special guest here with me today. 291 00:17:30,591 --> 00:17:35,054 You might know him as none other than Bill "Lightning" Halliday. 292 00:17:36,346 --> 00:17:38,514 Bill is a seasoned cowboy known for his precision 293 00:17:38,515 --> 00:17:41,392 and speed, and you already know that. 294 00:17:41,393 --> 00:17:44,062 Bill, how are you feeling about today's ride? 295 00:17:44,063 --> 00:17:48,566 Oh, my team and I are ready to take home top honors. 296 00:17:48,567 --> 00:17:49,567 I'm sure you are. 297 00:17:53,447 --> 00:17:55,531 Well it looks like Jane Brown's team 298 00:17:55,532 --> 00:17:59,243 is racking up scores faster than a Christmas cookie swap. 299 00:17:59,244 --> 00:18:01,120 They just might be the ones to beat 300 00:18:01,121 --> 00:18:02,538 at this year's Christmas showcase. 301 00:18:02,539 --> 00:18:04,082 Easy now, Maya. 302 00:18:04,083 --> 00:18:06,250 It's still early and as they say, 303 00:18:06,251 --> 00:18:09,129 it ain't over until the cookie crumbles. 304 00:18:10,214 --> 00:18:11,672 You heard it here first. 305 00:18:11,673 --> 00:18:14,426 Bill "Lightning" is locked in and here to win. 306 00:18:15,761 --> 00:18:17,304 Go Bill. 307 00:18:20,349 --> 00:18:22,558 Hey don't turn off on my account. 308 00:18:22,559 --> 00:18:24,811 Bill never could resist a spotlight. 309 00:18:24,812 --> 00:18:26,854 Well we could use the win. 310 00:18:26,855 --> 00:18:28,606 Oh, Justin was looking for you. 311 00:18:28,607 --> 00:18:30,274 He said something needs to be repaired. 312 00:18:30,275 --> 00:18:31,984 Wasn't sure if he should call Bill. 313 00:18:31,985 --> 00:18:33,361 Nah, Bill's focused on the circuit. 314 00:18:33,362 --> 00:18:34,612 I'll just give Justin a hand. 315 00:18:34,613 --> 00:18:35,780 Are you sure? 316 00:18:35,781 --> 00:18:37,740 He said the piece might take a bit to come in. 317 00:18:37,741 --> 00:18:39,075 Oh, I'm sure. 318 00:18:39,076 --> 00:18:41,410 I don't think Bill's been doing much fixing around here. 319 00:18:41,411 --> 00:18:45,748 Well his circuit schedule has been a little crazy lately. 320 00:18:45,749 --> 00:18:47,416 One thing I do know is 321 00:18:47,417 --> 00:18:50,920 Bill loves the whole "Lightning" attention thing. 322 00:18:50,921 --> 00:18:53,840 Especially from the female friends. 323 00:18:53,841 --> 00:18:58,136 You know him well, but that's all a part of the job. 324 00:18:58,137 --> 00:19:00,513 It sounds like he could use some ranch help. 325 00:19:00,514 --> 00:19:02,598 I can sweep out the feeding barn later. 326 00:19:02,599 --> 00:19:05,309 Thanks. I should probably make myself useful here 327 00:19:05,310 --> 00:19:07,186 while I'm figuring out my plans. 328 00:19:07,187 --> 00:19:10,022 Well, hey, if you're sticking around for the holidays, 329 00:19:10,023 --> 00:19:12,567 maybe you could help put up some decorations. 330 00:19:12,568 --> 00:19:14,569 I know Justin put up some, but 331 00:19:14,570 --> 00:19:17,573 it feels like we could all use a little Christmas pick me up. 332 00:19:18,448 --> 00:19:20,449 I'm here to catch my bearings, 333 00:19:20,450 --> 00:19:23,328 not play Santa's elf with you. 334 00:19:25,873 --> 00:19:27,249 I'll take that as a no. 335 00:19:48,228 --> 00:19:50,396 Are you just going to sit there and eat? 336 00:19:50,397 --> 00:19:52,815 Hey, you're the one that offered to help. 337 00:19:52,816 --> 00:19:55,401 How you getting on with Emma? 338 00:19:55,402 --> 00:19:57,403 Sure is sweet. Makes some mean shortbread. 339 00:19:57,404 --> 00:19:59,780 Uh, sweet if you say so. 340 00:19:59,781 --> 00:20:01,240 Mean maybe. 341 00:20:01,241 --> 00:20:02,367 Bill's keen on her… 342 00:20:03,619 --> 00:20:05,286 For his team, that is. 343 00:20:05,287 --> 00:20:08,331 He said he needed her on the team to secure a sponsor. 344 00:20:08,332 --> 00:20:10,374 She had just turned pro, needed a break. 345 00:20:10,375 --> 00:20:13,086 Bad luck for her horse though. They need to rack up points. 346 00:20:13,795 --> 00:20:15,588 Pass me a wrench, would you? 347 00:20:15,589 --> 00:20:17,257 That's support. 348 00:20:18,217 --> 00:20:21,469 Wanting to see someone succeed and helping them get there. 349 00:20:21,470 --> 00:20:23,222 You need to find yourself someone like that. 350 00:20:24,139 --> 00:20:24,973 Pass. 351 00:20:25,766 --> 00:20:27,059 I'm not good to anyone right now. 352 00:20:28,435 --> 00:20:30,437 Love of a good woman will fix a broken man. 353 00:20:31,480 --> 00:20:32,940 Who says I'm broken? 354 00:20:33,941 --> 00:20:36,734 I'm just saying, don't close yourself off. 355 00:20:36,735 --> 00:20:38,736 You'll know the right one when she gets under your skin 356 00:20:38,737 --> 00:20:40,405 in a way you can't get enough of. 357 00:20:43,533 --> 00:20:46,369 All right, let's fix her now. 358 00:20:46,370 --> 00:20:48,246 I'll order a new part when I get into town. 359 00:20:48,247 --> 00:20:49,248 All right. 360 00:21:05,806 --> 00:21:09,141 Wow. It's a lot of decorating for one person. 361 00:21:09,142 --> 00:21:11,519 Well, I have a lot of experience decorating alone, 362 00:21:11,520 --> 00:21:12,728 thank you very much. 363 00:21:12,729 --> 00:21:14,356 You alone a lot for the holidays? 364 00:21:15,023 --> 00:21:17,525 It was just me and my dad for years. 365 00:21:17,526 --> 00:21:19,318 We used to always string up lights 366 00:21:19,319 --> 00:21:21,446 and have some good laughs. 367 00:21:22,114 --> 00:21:24,741 He used to always say, "You're the light of my light." 368 00:21:26,576 --> 00:21:27,828 I really miss him. 369 00:21:28,704 --> 00:21:32,623 Yeah, holidays were kind of a big deal around here too. 370 00:21:32,624 --> 00:21:34,792 My parents and grandparents would throw big parties 371 00:21:34,793 --> 00:21:36,670 and they'd go out caroling with the horses. 372 00:21:37,296 --> 00:21:38,796 That sounds really special. 373 00:21:38,797 --> 00:21:41,132 Yeah, everybody was invited. 374 00:21:41,133 --> 00:21:44,176 Especially if you didn't have a place to go for the holidays. 375 00:21:44,177 --> 00:21:48,514 And my mom, she was obsessed with the tree getting bigger every year. 376 00:21:49,433 --> 00:21:51,226 She always got her way too. 377 00:21:54,271 --> 00:21:55,731 Well, care to help? 378 00:21:57,274 --> 00:21:59,276 I'm going to leave it in your capable hands. 379 00:22:01,361 --> 00:22:05,531 Although… everybody knows the wreath goes on the door. 380 00:22:05,532 --> 00:22:06,450 Hmm. 381 00:22:07,409 --> 00:22:09,328 Looks a lot like helping to me. 382 00:22:11,496 --> 00:22:14,291 Fair enough. Consider it my good deed for the day. 383 00:22:19,087 --> 00:22:21,255 Actually, I have to head into town. You need anything? 384 00:22:21,256 --> 00:22:23,008 Great, I'll come with you. 385 00:22:23,925 --> 00:22:24,925 I wasn't inviting. 386 00:22:24,926 --> 00:22:26,011 I'll take shotgun. 387 00:22:37,564 --> 00:22:39,483 How's being back at the ranch? 388 00:22:40,233 --> 00:22:41,525 Was fine. 389 00:22:41,526 --> 00:22:42,777 You know, just, uh, 390 00:22:42,778 --> 00:22:44,738 stepped in and help out where I can. 391 00:22:45,530 --> 00:22:47,823 So you and your brother are good? 392 00:22:47,824 --> 00:22:48,742 Not sure yet. 393 00:22:49,743 --> 00:22:53,163 Bill's still in the circuit, so we… we haven't spoken. 394 00:22:53,997 --> 00:22:56,749 Just dealing with his annoying house guest at the moment. 395 00:22:56,750 --> 00:22:58,125 House guest? 396 00:22:58,126 --> 00:22:59,794 New member of his team, apparently. 397 00:22:59,795 --> 00:23:01,213 She stole my bedroom. 398 00:23:01,922 --> 00:23:05,674 She's trying to turn the house into a Christmas wonderland. 399 00:23:08,136 --> 00:23:09,346 Don't give me that look. 400 00:23:10,013 --> 00:23:11,180 No, look. 401 00:23:16,895 --> 00:23:17,896 How are you really? 402 00:23:21,108 --> 00:23:21,942 Fine. 403 00:23:22,692 --> 00:23:25,195 Good. You know, I'm adjusting. 404 00:23:26,071 --> 00:23:28,031 Have you thought about what you want to do next? 405 00:23:28,615 --> 00:23:32,785 Uh, I saw some private security postings in the city. 406 00:23:32,786 --> 00:23:34,788 I thought I might apply. 407 00:23:36,581 --> 00:23:39,793 Do you think another active duty position is a good idea? 408 00:23:40,710 --> 00:23:42,754 That kind of work is all I've ever known. 409 00:23:44,756 --> 00:23:46,049 That and the ranch. 410 00:23:47,843 --> 00:23:49,885 Well the position with the recruitment division 411 00:23:49,886 --> 00:23:51,053 is still available. 412 00:23:51,054 --> 00:23:54,432 Uh, if I wanted a desk job, I would have stayed in the city. 413 00:23:56,268 --> 00:23:59,687 Okay, well, don't decide too quickly. 414 00:23:59,688 --> 00:24:03,649 Take it easy. Reach out for support. 415 00:24:03,650 --> 00:24:05,568 What happened to you was traumatic 416 00:24:05,569 --> 00:24:07,194 and that trauma can appear in different ways 417 00:24:07,195 --> 00:24:08,863 over the coming months. 418 00:24:08,864 --> 00:24:12,950 This time of year is about forgiveness. 419 00:24:12,951 --> 00:24:17,789 And Noal, it's time to start forgiving, yourself included. 420 00:24:22,794 --> 00:24:23,753 Yeah. 421 00:24:24,838 --> 00:24:27,840 The course is simple yet challenging. 422 00:24:27,841 --> 00:24:30,009 And crowd favorite Bill "Lightning" Halliday 423 00:24:30,010 --> 00:24:32,636 and his horse Thunderbolt are charging toward 424 00:24:32,637 --> 00:24:34,931 another record finish. 425 00:24:35,682 --> 00:24:37,224 Look at him go. 426 00:24:37,225 --> 00:24:40,895 The crowd is going wild as Bill "Lightning" Halliday 427 00:24:40,896 --> 00:24:43,564 and his horse Thunderbolt do it again 428 00:24:43,565 --> 00:24:46,025 at the Christmas Rodeo Showcase. 429 00:24:46,026 --> 00:24:47,944 Man, they don't call him "Lightning" for nothing. 430 00:25:07,047 --> 00:25:09,799 Two specials. I'll be right back. 431 00:25:11,176 --> 00:25:12,636 No! 432 00:25:13,637 --> 00:25:16,013 Oh my God. 433 00:25:16,014 --> 00:25:18,683 Oh my God. Oh! 434 00:25:27,817 --> 00:25:30,152 Caught you under the mistletoe. 435 00:25:30,153 --> 00:25:31,195 Uh, yeah. 436 00:25:31,196 --> 00:25:32,696 Um, when did you get back? 437 00:25:32,697 --> 00:25:35,241 Ow! I just got back in town. 438 00:25:35,242 --> 00:25:37,159 You've been gone for ages! 439 00:25:37,160 --> 00:25:38,953 How long do we get you for this time? 440 00:25:38,954 --> 00:25:41,538 Oh, haven't figured that out yet. 441 00:25:41,539 --> 00:25:43,165 We'll see. Maybe a little while. 442 00:25:43,166 --> 00:25:46,293 Really? Bill didn't tell me a single thing. 443 00:25:46,294 --> 00:25:47,753 Oh my goodness. 444 00:25:47,754 --> 00:25:50,339 This is the best thing that's happened in forever. 445 00:25:50,340 --> 00:25:52,216 Oh my gosh. Okay. You got to get out more. 446 00:25:53,343 --> 00:25:54,760 Hey, what about you? 447 00:25:54,761 --> 00:25:56,136 Last I heard you were in the city. 448 00:25:56,137 --> 00:26:00,057 Well, my mom needed my help here, you know, so. 449 00:26:00,058 --> 00:26:01,100 All right. 450 00:26:01,101 --> 00:26:01,935 Oh. 451 00:26:03,687 --> 00:26:05,938 You, uh, get your fill of the town? 452 00:26:05,939 --> 00:26:07,022 It's cute. 453 00:26:07,023 --> 00:26:08,984 It seems like a great place to grow up. 454 00:26:12,570 --> 00:26:14,781 Are you going to introduce me to your friend or…? 455 00:26:16,324 --> 00:26:19,118 Sure. Yeah. Uh, her name's Emma. 456 00:26:19,119 --> 00:26:20,786 She's a friend of Bill's from the rodeo. 457 00:26:20,787 --> 00:26:21,996 She's staying at the ranch. 458 00:26:21,997 --> 00:26:24,957 Oh, just until my horse is healed enough to return to competition. 459 00:26:24,958 --> 00:26:27,251 Oh, you are that rider he was telling me about. 460 00:26:27,252 --> 00:26:30,546 Oh. Very exciting things ahead for you. 461 00:26:30,547 --> 00:26:33,091 I hope so. Doesn't feel like that at the moment. 462 00:26:34,634 --> 00:26:36,260 Are you staying at the ranch together? 463 00:26:36,261 --> 00:26:38,804 - Nope. - Uh-huh. 464 00:26:38,805 --> 00:26:43,642 I mean, she's at the ranch on her side. 465 00:26:43,643 --> 00:26:45,644 I'm on mine. 466 00:26:45,645 --> 00:26:49,523 I mean, except for that one night we shared a bed together. 467 00:26:49,524 --> 00:26:50,482 Oh… 468 00:26:50,483 --> 00:26:54,236 That was a misunderstanding. 469 00:26:54,237 --> 00:26:55,904 Of course. 470 00:26:55,905 --> 00:26:58,240 Classic case of accidental cuddling. 471 00:26:58,241 --> 00:26:59,199 Yes. 472 00:26:59,200 --> 00:27:00,868 No. Uh… 473 00:27:02,287 --> 00:27:04,121 I got to get back to work. 474 00:27:04,122 --> 00:27:08,042 But seeing as you're back, how do you feel about hosting 475 00:27:08,043 --> 00:27:10,294 the Cowboy Carol at your ranch this year? 476 00:27:10,295 --> 00:27:12,755 So we're making all the desserts for the fundraiser, 477 00:27:12,756 --> 00:27:14,465 but we still don't have a venue. 478 00:27:14,466 --> 00:27:16,133 His parents used to host 479 00:27:16,134 --> 00:27:17,843 the most amazing Cowboy Carol dances. 480 00:27:17,844 --> 00:27:18,969 Oh yeah. 481 00:27:18,970 --> 00:27:21,638 And oh, there might be a small location fee involved. 482 00:27:21,639 --> 00:27:23,766 You know, if I could stop by we could discuss it. 483 00:27:23,767 --> 00:27:26,394 I'll bring a cherry pie. I know you love that. 484 00:27:26,978 --> 00:27:27,895 Yeah… 485 00:27:27,896 --> 00:27:29,188 Great. 486 00:27:29,189 --> 00:27:31,106 You could also probably help out as well. 487 00:27:31,107 --> 00:27:32,776 - You know, if you're sticking around. - Yeah. 488 00:27:33,360 --> 00:27:35,153 Hear that place needs a little TLC. 489 00:27:36,154 --> 00:27:37,155 Uh-huh. 490 00:27:38,365 --> 00:27:39,282 I'll be back. 491 00:27:42,035 --> 00:27:44,578 Really? You had to tell her. 492 00:27:44,579 --> 00:27:47,165 I just had to see her hit you with her towel again. 493 00:27:48,416 --> 00:27:50,835 Okay. I'm getting out of here before you get me in any more trouble. 494 00:27:56,049 --> 00:27:56,883 Bye. 495 00:28:06,476 --> 00:28:08,018 What? 496 00:28:08,019 --> 00:28:10,229 So what's the deal with you and Kathleen? 497 00:28:10,230 --> 00:28:11,772 No deal. 498 00:28:11,773 --> 00:28:14,274 She wasn't that affectionate to all the other customers. 499 00:28:14,275 --> 00:28:15,484 I've known her forever. 500 00:28:15,485 --> 00:28:16,860 High school sweethearts? 501 00:28:16,861 --> 00:28:19,446 Nope. No. She was more into Bill. 502 00:28:19,447 --> 00:28:21,281 Maybe Bill was more into her. 503 00:28:21,282 --> 00:28:22,991 Either way, I'm not really in the head space 504 00:28:22,992 --> 00:28:24,451 for that kind of thing. 505 00:28:24,452 --> 00:28:26,328 Well, the Cowboy Carol sounds fun. 506 00:28:26,329 --> 00:28:27,246 Not this year. 507 00:28:27,247 --> 00:28:28,455 Why not? 508 00:28:28,456 --> 00:28:30,958 Because it's too soon. I just got home. 509 00:28:30,959 --> 00:28:33,961 And seriously, what's with the interrogation? 510 00:28:33,962 --> 00:28:35,462 It's called friendly conversation. 511 00:28:35,463 --> 00:28:36,880 Most people have it 512 00:28:36,881 --> 00:28:39,049 without acting like it's a hostage situation. 513 00:28:39,050 --> 00:28:40,176 Well, I'm not most people. 514 00:28:44,013 --> 00:28:46,348 All right, but I'm putting on the Christmas station. 515 00:28:46,349 --> 00:28:47,975 Fine. But no singing. 516 00:28:47,976 --> 00:28:49,853 Oh, Christmas karaoke. 517 00:29:05,910 --> 00:29:08,245 Hey Bill, you're killing it out there. 518 00:29:08,246 --> 00:29:12,124 Thanks. This showcase is incredible. Team's doing well. 519 00:29:12,125 --> 00:29:14,084 Fans are out in full force. 520 00:29:14,085 --> 00:29:16,545 Oh, the sponsors must love that. How'd the meeting go? 521 00:29:16,546 --> 00:29:18,964 Amazing. Met the CEO, Grace. 522 00:29:18,965 --> 00:29:21,341 Saw the new clothing line, but she said 523 00:29:21,342 --> 00:29:24,219 they're only able to sponsor one new team in the new year. 524 00:29:24,220 --> 00:29:26,472 It's promising, but Grace is going to want to meet with you 525 00:29:26,473 --> 00:29:27,556 before committing. 526 00:29:27,557 --> 00:29:28,515 Well sure. 527 00:29:28,516 --> 00:29:30,559 Do you want me to set up a video call while I'm here? 528 00:29:30,560 --> 00:29:32,603 She's going to want to see you in person. 529 00:29:32,604 --> 00:29:35,606 Try stuff on, wear at events. 530 00:29:35,607 --> 00:29:37,900 She made me model the entire winter line. 531 00:29:37,901 --> 00:29:40,068 Thankfully, I've been working out. 532 00:29:40,069 --> 00:29:41,737 Well the pressure's on, I guess. 533 00:29:41,738 --> 00:29:43,822 You'll make their stuff look better than I will. 534 00:29:43,823 --> 00:29:47,159 Thanks, man. Regal's having a good day today. 535 00:29:47,160 --> 00:29:49,662 I promise I'll get back out there as soon as I can. 536 00:29:50,163 --> 00:29:52,915 And, uh, by the way, I met your brother. 537 00:29:52,916 --> 00:29:54,666 What? You met Noal? 538 00:29:54,667 --> 00:29:55,834 Yeah. He got in the other day. 539 00:29:55,835 --> 00:29:58,128 He's been helping out around the ranch. 540 00:29:58,129 --> 00:30:01,216 Shows up out of nowhere to play cowboy for a week. 541 00:30:01,758 --> 00:30:06,678 Well I wish he would've let me know just to watch out. 542 00:30:06,679 --> 00:30:08,931 Noal has a way of making things about him. 543 00:30:08,932 --> 00:30:10,641 Well he says he won't be here for long. 544 00:30:10,642 --> 00:30:12,601 Besides, I can take care of myself. 545 00:30:12,602 --> 00:30:13,812 I know you can. 546 00:30:24,322 --> 00:30:26,198 It's okay girl. 547 00:30:26,199 --> 00:30:27,867 I know you're going to get back out there too. 548 00:30:28,868 --> 00:30:31,787 Yeah, It's getting cold in here. 549 00:30:31,788 --> 00:30:33,164 Let's find you a warmer blanket, huh. 550 00:31:25,216 --> 00:31:27,426 Sorry to end your night like this boys. 551 00:31:27,427 --> 00:31:29,887 I could have swore you were bluffing. 552 00:31:29,888 --> 00:31:31,930 Used to be better at reading people too. 553 00:31:31,931 --> 00:31:35,517 Well, you've taken all my cash so I'm done. 554 00:31:35,518 --> 00:31:37,728 Hey, you notice the place has been spruced up? 555 00:31:37,729 --> 00:31:40,898 Emma had me haul decorations out of the shed. 556 00:31:40,899 --> 00:31:42,274 Yeah, she does have a way 557 00:31:42,275 --> 00:31:45,027 of insinuating herself and everything, doesn't she? 558 00:31:45,028 --> 00:31:48,072 How's that going? The insinuating. 559 00:31:49,115 --> 00:31:51,283 It's tolerable. 560 00:31:51,284 --> 00:31:52,576 Tolerable? 561 00:31:52,577 --> 00:31:54,161 Fine I guess. 562 00:31:54,162 --> 00:31:55,954 Fine? 563 00:31:55,955 --> 00:31:59,124 That woman's been a big help on the ranch the last few days. 564 00:31:59,125 --> 00:32:00,792 I mean, especially with the boarding horses 565 00:32:00,793 --> 00:32:02,711 and the riders coming up from the city for training. 566 00:32:02,712 --> 00:32:04,296 Well, maybe she's good for the horses 567 00:32:04,297 --> 00:32:07,132 but she's doing my head in with the incessant questioning. 568 00:32:08,885 --> 00:32:11,720 Speaking of ladies, Kathleen's back. 569 00:32:11,721 --> 00:32:14,932 Yeah. Saw her in town. 570 00:32:14,933 --> 00:32:17,434 She asked about us hosting the Cowboy Carol. 571 00:32:17,435 --> 00:32:20,729 Ah, just like the old days. That could be fun. 572 00:32:20,730 --> 00:32:23,191 Heard she broke up with a guy she was seeing in the city. 573 00:32:24,609 --> 00:32:26,735 Maybe that means Bill will finally get a shot. 574 00:32:26,736 --> 00:32:29,238 Ah, Bill gets enough action on the circuit. 575 00:32:30,365 --> 00:32:31,699 What about you? 576 00:32:33,326 --> 00:32:35,994 I'm just here catching my breath and then I'm moving on. 577 00:32:35,995 --> 00:32:37,496 No attachments. No complications. 578 00:32:39,582 --> 00:32:41,209 Famous last words, buddy. 579 00:33:03,064 --> 00:33:04,232 Ah ha! 580 00:33:07,360 --> 00:33:09,778 I was going to get a glass. 581 00:33:09,779 --> 00:33:11,321 What are you doing sneaking around 582 00:33:11,322 --> 00:33:13,490 in the middle of the night like the milk police, anyway? 583 00:33:13,491 --> 00:33:15,450 I can't sleep. 584 00:33:15,451 --> 00:33:19,204 I'm worried about Regal and getting back out on the circuit. 585 00:33:19,205 --> 00:33:21,206 Hm. 586 00:33:21,207 --> 00:33:22,458 Really weighing on you, huh? 587 00:33:24,585 --> 00:33:26,545 I finally get my big break 588 00:33:26,546 --> 00:33:29,339 and now I just feel like I'm letting everybody down. 589 00:33:29,340 --> 00:33:32,175 Bill needs me to help him secure a sponsorship deal 590 00:33:32,176 --> 00:33:34,011 with Vintage Western Rodeo. 591 00:33:34,012 --> 00:33:36,221 And Grace, the owner of the company, called 592 00:33:36,222 --> 00:33:39,391 and it'll cover our circuit costs for the whole year. 593 00:33:39,392 --> 00:33:40,559 The clothing line? 594 00:33:40,560 --> 00:33:42,310 Yeah. 595 00:33:42,311 --> 00:33:44,688 And they only want to sponsor a team with co-ed riders 596 00:33:44,689 --> 00:33:47,441 because they want to showcase their full inventory. 597 00:33:47,442 --> 00:33:52,612 All right. Wow. That's impressive. 598 00:33:52,613 --> 00:33:54,698 I can't tell if you're making fun of me or not. 599 00:33:54,699 --> 00:33:55,615 A little bit, but… 600 00:33:57,201 --> 00:33:58,785 No, I'm not. 601 00:33:58,786 --> 00:34:01,121 I know how hard it is to get a sponsor. 602 00:34:01,122 --> 00:34:03,081 Our mom had to rely on sponsorships 603 00:34:03,082 --> 00:34:05,000 throughout the whole time she was on the circuit. 604 00:34:05,001 --> 00:34:06,752 Bill would be lucky to have one. 605 00:34:06,753 --> 00:34:09,171 Well he says he needs it to help with the ranch too. 606 00:34:09,172 --> 00:34:11,256 And I'm just worried if I don't get out there soon 607 00:34:11,257 --> 00:34:13,633 I'm going to mess it up for him. 608 00:34:13,634 --> 00:34:15,594 Well, my mom always said 609 00:34:15,595 --> 00:34:18,222 you can't mess up what's meant for you. 610 00:34:19,724 --> 00:34:21,224 I like that. 611 00:34:21,225 --> 00:34:23,685 And as for the ranch, 612 00:34:23,686 --> 00:34:26,481 I didn't realize how hard it had been on Bill. 613 00:34:27,648 --> 00:34:32,319 So what about you? Why can't you sleep? 614 00:34:32,320 --> 00:34:37,157 Oh, I don't know. A little too quiet out here. 615 00:34:37,158 --> 00:34:40,368 Really. Ugh. I like it. 616 00:34:40,369 --> 00:34:42,913 It's a nice change from noisy motels. 617 00:34:42,914 --> 00:34:45,291 And clearly you're not running from your own thoughts. 618 00:34:46,417 --> 00:34:47,251 You are? 619 00:34:50,671 --> 00:34:52,381 Figure of speech. 620 00:34:55,510 --> 00:34:58,846 You know, it could help if you talk about it. 621 00:35:00,139 --> 00:35:02,557 Not usually the case for me. 622 00:35:02,558 --> 00:35:04,435 I prefer to forget. 623 00:35:06,938 --> 00:35:09,649 Well, I'm not sure that scar will let you. 624 00:35:14,612 --> 00:35:17,281 Come on, try me. 625 00:35:18,282 --> 00:35:19,534 I'm a good listener. 626 00:35:25,540 --> 00:35:30,085 My friend Jake grew up here. 627 00:35:30,086 --> 00:35:31,753 You know, we're close. 628 00:35:31,754 --> 00:35:33,922 We went to high school together. 629 00:35:33,923 --> 00:35:37,634 It was a routine operation, 630 00:35:37,635 --> 00:35:40,720 in and out like we've done a dozen times before. 631 00:35:40,721 --> 00:35:41,722 Except, 632 00:35:44,600 --> 00:35:48,895 this time there was an ambush, 633 00:35:48,896 --> 00:35:52,525 too many of them, not enough of us. 634 00:35:53,776 --> 00:35:56,695 And through the smoke and the crossfire, 635 00:35:56,696 --> 00:35:58,447 I lost track of Jake. 636 00:36:00,032 --> 00:36:02,325 I called out to him over and over, 637 00:36:02,326 --> 00:36:04,453 but no response. 638 00:36:08,124 --> 00:36:09,375 And when I finally found him, 639 00:36:12,003 --> 00:36:14,130 I did everything I could. 640 00:36:14,964 --> 00:36:17,175 Took a hit getting him out, but 641 00:36:21,179 --> 00:36:23,139 it wasn't enough. 642 00:36:27,226 --> 00:36:29,645 This is not your fault, Noal. 643 00:36:31,230 --> 00:36:33,691 Still doesn't ease the guilt or make it any easier. 644 00:36:38,696 --> 00:36:41,199 I am so sorry. 645 00:36:50,208 --> 00:36:51,626 I'm sorry. 646 00:36:53,169 --> 00:36:54,711 You barely know me. 647 00:36:54,712 --> 00:36:57,214 I didn't mean to unload all that on you. 648 00:36:57,215 --> 00:37:00,551 No, thank you for sharing. 649 00:37:01,761 --> 00:37:05,722 You know, maybe you could reconnect with his family 650 00:37:05,723 --> 00:37:07,307 now that you're back. 651 00:37:07,308 --> 00:37:10,101 Help honor his memory, 652 00:37:10,102 --> 00:37:12,604 in your own time, of course. 653 00:37:12,605 --> 00:37:15,608 Yeah. Thank you. 654 00:37:21,364 --> 00:37:23,573 I should get to bed. 655 00:37:23,574 --> 00:37:24,866 Right. 656 00:37:24,867 --> 00:37:26,034 Night, Noal. 657 00:37:26,035 --> 00:37:27,620 Good night. 658 00:37:31,249 --> 00:37:32,458 Hey Emma. 659 00:37:33,876 --> 00:37:35,419 Cute PJ's. 660 00:37:39,757 --> 00:37:40,841 Nice abs. 661 00:38:07,785 --> 00:38:10,287 Never thought I'd see a special forces handyman. 662 00:38:10,288 --> 00:38:12,789 It suits you. 663 00:38:12,790 --> 00:38:15,417 I'm not exactly lining up job offers these days. 664 00:38:15,418 --> 00:38:17,085 The place needs upkeep. 665 00:38:17,086 --> 00:38:18,670 Nobody's shooting at you. 666 00:38:18,671 --> 00:38:21,339 No, that is one for the pro column. 667 00:38:21,340 --> 00:38:23,592 Not so sure Bill would be cool with it, though. 668 00:38:24,969 --> 00:38:26,804 You'd be surprised. 669 00:38:27,513 --> 00:38:29,472 You two need to put the past behind you. 670 00:38:29,473 --> 00:38:31,391 You're the only family either of you still got. 671 00:38:31,392 --> 00:38:33,394 I haven't felt like family in a long time. 672 00:38:34,812 --> 00:38:37,814 You can't let the past dictate your future. 673 00:38:37,815 --> 00:38:40,776 Besides, this ranch belongs to you too. 674 00:39:00,004 --> 00:39:01,671 I was in checking on Regal. 675 00:39:01,672 --> 00:39:03,340 She's putting more weight on her foot. 676 00:39:03,341 --> 00:39:04,632 - That's great. - Yeah. 677 00:39:04,633 --> 00:39:05,800 Glad she's on the mend. 678 00:39:05,801 --> 00:39:07,802 Wondering if you needed any help. 679 00:39:07,803 --> 00:39:09,638 Sure. 680 00:39:11,724 --> 00:39:13,808 Thanks for being there last night. 681 00:39:13,809 --> 00:39:15,560 You are a good listener. 682 00:39:15,561 --> 00:39:19,522 But, it's now my time to ask you some questions. 683 00:39:19,523 --> 00:39:20,732 Like, um, 684 00:39:20,733 --> 00:39:23,485 how'd you get on the circuit anyway? 685 00:39:23,486 --> 00:39:26,905 Well, I saw an ad for a rodeo school 686 00:39:26,906 --> 00:39:28,573 teaching women all kinds of western dressage 687 00:39:28,574 --> 00:39:30,825 like cutting and reigning. 688 00:39:30,826 --> 00:39:33,453 After my third class, the instructor encouraged me 689 00:39:33,454 --> 00:39:35,997 to join the junior rodeo tour. 690 00:39:35,998 --> 00:39:38,792 And uh, what made you get into riding in the first place? 691 00:39:38,793 --> 00:39:41,711 My dad put me on the back of a pretty wild horse 692 00:39:41,712 --> 00:39:44,047 to turn me off riding when I was young. 693 00:39:44,048 --> 00:39:46,549 Needless to say, his little prank backfired 694 00:39:46,550 --> 00:39:48,301 I guess. 695 00:39:48,302 --> 00:39:51,429 But it was the first time I wasn't afraid to be myself. 696 00:39:51,430 --> 00:39:55,850 I felt confident and in control. 697 00:39:55,851 --> 00:39:59,437 It's a pretty big risk to take on your dad's part. 698 00:39:59,438 --> 00:40:01,898 He was big on tough love, very much believed 699 00:40:01,899 --> 00:40:03,901 what didn't kill you, made you stronger. 700 00:40:05,861 --> 00:40:07,821 What about your mom? 701 00:40:07,822 --> 00:40:11,491 She was in an accident when I was still in junior high. 702 00:40:11,492 --> 00:40:13,243 My dad worked himself to the bone 703 00:40:13,244 --> 00:40:15,870 until he fell ill in my twenties. 704 00:40:15,871 --> 00:40:18,790 I spent a lot of time on the road with him, 705 00:40:18,791 --> 00:40:21,209 but we never really laid down any roots. 706 00:40:21,210 --> 00:40:24,629 Nothing like what you have here at the ranch. 707 00:40:24,630 --> 00:40:26,798 Where was home for you growing up? 708 00:40:26,799 --> 00:40:29,552 A caravan out on the rodeo circuit. 709 00:40:30,302 --> 00:40:32,470 Wait, so your dad was a rider? 710 00:40:32,471 --> 00:40:34,806 No, no. He worked as a stable hand. 711 00:40:34,807 --> 00:40:38,435 He'd let me help out and watch the events. 712 00:40:38,436 --> 00:40:41,104 I guess it's always been a part of who I am. 713 00:40:41,105 --> 00:40:43,607 Definitely why I'm so passionate about horses. 714 00:40:44,942 --> 00:40:47,110 And how'd he feel about you becoming a rider? 715 00:40:47,111 --> 00:40:49,779 He hated it. 716 00:40:49,780 --> 00:40:52,574 He believed that rodeo was a man's sport 717 00:40:52,575 --> 00:40:54,952 and he held that position to the very end. 718 00:41:00,666 --> 00:41:02,667 What? 719 00:41:02,668 --> 00:41:05,128 Just impressive, what you've done for yourself 720 00:41:05,129 --> 00:41:07,630 without any real support. 721 00:41:07,631 --> 00:41:09,883 Billy's been amazing. 722 00:41:09,884 --> 00:41:13,803 He's been a great friend and mentor. 723 00:41:13,804 --> 00:41:16,014 I don't want to let him down. 724 00:41:16,015 --> 00:41:17,057 Right. 725 00:41:21,061 --> 00:41:22,771 What about you two? 726 00:41:24,523 --> 00:41:26,524 What's Bill say? 727 00:41:26,525 --> 00:41:28,067 Bill doesn't say much. 728 00:41:28,068 --> 00:41:31,488 Hmm. Well, 729 00:41:31,489 --> 00:41:34,699 We've been living separate lives for a while now, 730 00:41:34,700 --> 00:41:36,201 but there was a time when we were 731 00:41:36,202 --> 00:41:37,995 two boots of the same pair. 732 00:41:40,289 --> 00:41:42,999 We, uh, we used to sneak out at night 733 00:41:43,000 --> 00:41:44,209 and we'd hang out till morning 734 00:41:44,210 --> 00:41:46,002 and then our parents would find us 735 00:41:46,003 --> 00:41:48,130 cuddled up in the hay, sleeping with the horses. 736 00:41:50,674 --> 00:41:52,968 Sounds like you two were really close. 737 00:41:54,553 --> 00:41:56,514 So what happened? 738 00:41:58,015 --> 00:41:59,808 After they passed, 739 00:42:01,018 --> 00:42:02,686 It just changed. 740 00:42:05,731 --> 00:42:07,732 Are you sure that you don't want to be a reporter 741 00:42:07,733 --> 00:42:09,859 because this was supposed to be about you. 742 00:42:12,196 --> 00:42:13,489 That's fair. 743 00:42:15,616 --> 00:42:17,325 Hey, hungry? 744 00:42:17,326 --> 00:42:19,244 I make a mean grilled cheese. 745 00:42:19,245 --> 00:42:20,079 Starving. 746 00:42:21,372 --> 00:42:22,206 Come on. 747 00:42:36,929 --> 00:42:40,015 Some of these decorations haven't seen Christmas in a while, 748 00:42:40,891 --> 00:42:42,600 Yeah. 749 00:42:42,601 --> 00:42:44,687 So I'm gonna get you in the holiday spirit. 750 00:42:45,646 --> 00:42:49,816 Well, figure if we are going to consider hosting the Cowboy Carol, 751 00:42:49,817 --> 00:42:51,193 then we should be prepared. 752 00:42:51,986 --> 00:42:55,572 Especially if it's gonna raise some cash for the ranch over the holidays. 753 00:42:55,573 --> 00:42:56,656 Mmm. 754 00:42:56,657 --> 00:42:58,409 Emma seems to think it'll be fun. 755 00:43:00,286 --> 00:43:01,954 I heard you two talking earlier. 756 00:43:03,080 --> 00:43:04,373 Sounded friendly. 757 00:43:05,624 --> 00:43:07,167 Even heard some laughing. 758 00:43:08,127 --> 00:43:09,877 Didn't know laughing was a crime. 759 00:43:12,047 --> 00:43:13,424 Sounded good. 760 00:43:14,216 --> 00:43:16,510 Haven't heard much of that around here in a while. 761 00:43:18,804 --> 00:43:20,598 So are you gonna stay for Christmas? 762 00:43:21,640 --> 00:43:22,725 I'm not sure. 763 00:43:23,892 --> 00:43:25,603 The ranch does need the help, but… 764 00:43:26,437 --> 00:43:28,731 in the end it's all gonna depend on Bill. 765 00:43:33,736 --> 00:43:35,654 I think you should stay for Christmas. 766 00:43:39,783 --> 00:43:42,452 The arena is buzzing with anticipation today 767 00:43:42,453 --> 00:43:45,496 as the crowd eagerly awaits the star 768 00:43:45,497 --> 00:43:49,167 of this year's holiday showcase, Bill "Lightning" Halliday. 769 00:43:49,168 --> 00:43:52,795 This event is a true test of skill and courage 770 00:43:52,796 --> 00:43:54,422 as competitors face off 771 00:43:54,423 --> 00:43:56,215 against unyielding broncs. 772 00:43:56,216 --> 00:43:58,468 And this is one of my favorite events. 773 00:43:58,469 --> 00:44:00,595 Let's see what Bill Halliday is going to bring us. 774 00:44:00,596 --> 00:44:02,388 Gates are open. Here we go! 775 00:44:02,389 --> 00:44:03,890 Next up is crowd favorite 776 00:44:03,891 --> 00:44:06,017 Bill "Lighting" Halliday. And he's off! 777 00:44:06,018 --> 00:44:07,310 Oh, come on, come on, come on. 778 00:44:07,311 --> 00:44:10,104 This bronc is not holding back… 779 00:44:10,105 --> 00:44:11,357 Tough break. 780 00:44:12,691 --> 00:44:16,111 Luckily nothing looks broken. Maybe just just his bruised pride. 781 00:44:23,827 --> 00:44:26,162 Disappointing ride for Bill "Lightning". 782 00:44:26,163 --> 00:44:30,083 But this remains a reminder of the untamed spirit of rodeo, 783 00:44:30,084 --> 00:44:33,587 where every ride is a showdown with danger. 784 00:44:42,388 --> 00:44:44,681 Thank you for helping with all the decorating. 785 00:44:44,682 --> 00:44:47,225 It's really starting to look a lot like Christmas in here. 786 00:44:47,226 --> 00:44:48,143 Sure is. 787 00:44:49,561 --> 00:44:51,313 That's the least I could do for all your help. 788 00:44:53,232 --> 00:44:57,152 So, so you have never had a traditional Christmas? 789 00:44:57,986 --> 00:45:01,239 Tried to, but we'd always finish one circuit 790 00:45:01,240 --> 00:45:03,741 right before Christmas and then immediately hit 791 00:45:03,742 --> 00:45:05,118 the road onto the next one. 792 00:45:05,119 --> 00:45:06,620 Must have been hard as a kid. 793 00:45:08,205 --> 00:45:10,873 I guess you don't really miss what you don't know. 794 00:45:10,874 --> 00:45:14,043 But your Christmases sounded incredible. 795 00:45:14,044 --> 00:45:17,630 Yeah, they were. Mom and Dad went all out. 796 00:45:17,631 --> 00:45:20,466 There was always lots of family and friends in the house 797 00:45:20,467 --> 00:45:24,429 singing around the fire, games. 798 00:45:24,430 --> 00:45:27,181 And of course, Cowboy Carol. 799 00:45:27,182 --> 00:45:28,767 That sounded amazing. 800 00:45:29,393 --> 00:45:30,894 Yeah. 801 00:45:43,991 --> 00:45:44,825 Emma, um, 802 00:45:46,910 --> 00:45:48,036 I like you. 803 00:45:51,790 --> 00:45:52,748 But? 804 00:45:52,749 --> 00:45:54,293 No but. 805 00:45:56,128 --> 00:45:58,421 It's just, um, 806 00:45:58,422 --> 00:45:59,631 what about Bill? 807 00:46:01,383 --> 00:46:03,426 What about Bill? 808 00:46:03,427 --> 00:46:05,595 We're just friends. 809 00:46:05,596 --> 00:46:08,723 Strictly platonic and professional. 810 00:46:08,724 --> 00:46:11,058 And you're sure Bill sees it that way? 811 00:46:11,059 --> 00:46:13,270 Yes. I'm sure. 812 00:46:18,150 --> 00:46:19,943 I'm just trying to do the right thing here. 813 00:46:21,820 --> 00:46:24,739 Why are you trying to keep me at a distance 814 00:46:24,740 --> 00:46:27,366 when it's clear you're attracted to me? 815 00:46:27,367 --> 00:46:30,453 If you don't want to kiss me, that's fine. Just say so. 816 00:46:30,454 --> 00:46:32,789 But don't make up excuses. 817 00:46:56,188 --> 00:46:58,065 Did that feel like I didn't want to kiss you? 818 00:47:00,192 --> 00:47:03,444 Next time, don't play so hard to get. 819 00:47:03,445 --> 00:47:04,947 Yes ma'am. 820 00:47:22,506 --> 00:47:24,966 Yeah, I understand. Thank you. 821 00:47:24,967 --> 00:47:27,094 Come as soon as you can. 822 00:47:28,428 --> 00:47:31,514 What's wrong? Regal okay? 823 00:47:31,515 --> 00:47:33,099 She seems to be doing worse and 824 00:47:33,100 --> 00:47:35,269 Dr. Winshaw's out of town on a call. 825 00:47:36,562 --> 00:47:37,687 Hey girl. 826 00:47:37,688 --> 00:47:40,190 Oh, careful. She is in a foul mood. 827 00:47:41,858 --> 00:47:45,320 Hey. Hey girl. Yeah, I'm here to help. 828 00:47:49,533 --> 00:47:51,701 You know, sometimes they start to cramp up 829 00:47:51,702 --> 00:47:54,370 when they haven't moved in a while. 830 00:47:54,371 --> 00:47:56,163 I really should change that bandage. 831 00:47:56,164 --> 00:47:58,082 How do you know how to do that? 832 00:47:58,083 --> 00:47:59,835 Oh, a lot of time with horses on the ranch. 833 00:48:01,378 --> 00:48:05,089 I actually wanted to go into animal care before I enlisted. 834 00:48:05,090 --> 00:48:07,551 Is that something you'd consider doing again? 835 00:48:09,094 --> 00:48:11,596 I hadn't really thought about it in a while. 836 00:48:11,597 --> 00:48:12,848 But I did always want to pursue it. 837 00:48:17,686 --> 00:48:19,979 Well she's taken to you quite nicely. 838 00:48:19,980 --> 00:48:21,606 What about her rider? 839 00:48:21,607 --> 00:48:24,567 Hmm. You're growing on me. 840 00:48:24,568 --> 00:48:26,569 Hmm. You hear that? 841 00:48:26,570 --> 00:48:29,405 I'll take it. 842 00:48:29,406 --> 00:48:32,242 Well, am I growing on you? 843 00:48:34,494 --> 00:48:38,331 Well, like I said before, I've opened up to you in ways 844 00:48:38,332 --> 00:48:41,084 that I haven't opened up to anyone. 845 00:48:41,960 --> 00:48:43,253 Is that so? 846 00:48:44,546 --> 00:48:46,298 Yes ma'am. 847 00:48:48,675 --> 00:48:50,134 I hope I'm not intruding. 848 00:48:50,135 --> 00:48:51,385 No! 849 00:48:51,386 --> 00:48:52,429 - No. - It's not… 850 00:48:53,430 --> 00:48:56,683 Hey, uh, no, not at all. 851 00:48:57,476 --> 00:48:59,435 Actually, it's a good thing you're here. 852 00:48:59,436 --> 00:49:01,937 Are you still doing that part-time thing at the vets? 853 00:49:01,938 --> 00:49:03,356 I am. Yeah. 854 00:49:03,357 --> 00:49:06,484 Well Regal here, Emma's horse, isn't doing so well 855 00:49:06,485 --> 00:49:08,986 and we're hoping to try and get her an x-ray. 856 00:49:08,987 --> 00:49:10,488 Oh. 857 00:49:10,489 --> 00:49:13,407 Oh, that's okay. We can wait for Dr. Winshaw. 858 00:49:13,408 --> 00:49:17,161 Oh, I actually work for Dr. Winshaw on Saturday afternoons. 859 00:49:17,162 --> 00:49:20,165 Queen of the side hustle. Finding myself daily. 860 00:49:21,333 --> 00:49:22,334 Oh. 861 00:49:23,001 --> 00:49:24,210 Do you mind? 862 00:49:24,211 --> 00:49:25,544 - Sure. - Thank you. 863 00:49:25,545 --> 00:49:27,421 If you can get her in sooner, that would be great. 864 00:49:27,422 --> 00:49:29,507 Oh, for sure. Hi! 865 00:49:29,508 --> 00:49:30,550 Here we go. 866 00:49:31,468 --> 00:49:32,302 Let's see. 867 00:49:34,680 --> 00:49:36,389 Hi, beautiful. 868 00:49:36,390 --> 00:49:37,515 Here. 869 00:49:37,516 --> 00:49:38,766 Yeah. 870 00:49:38,767 --> 00:49:40,768 It looks to me like the swelling's gone down, 871 00:49:40,769 --> 00:49:42,436 but the movement's not back. 872 00:49:42,437 --> 00:49:43,979 I'm worried it's a torn tendon. 873 00:49:43,980 --> 00:49:47,650 Yeah. Dr. Winshaw will have to do an x-ray to confirm. 874 00:49:47,651 --> 00:49:50,403 She'll also need, uh, more rest. 875 00:49:50,404 --> 00:49:51,654 More rest, hey? 876 00:49:51,655 --> 00:49:53,240 Yeah. 877 00:50:01,581 --> 00:50:04,041 So, um, I brought pie. 878 00:50:05,210 --> 00:50:08,170 And I wanted to confirm the Cowboy Carol 879 00:50:08,171 --> 00:50:09,880 at your place this coming Friday. 880 00:50:09,881 --> 00:50:11,465 Yeah. I'm still thinking on that one. 881 00:50:11,466 --> 00:50:13,677 But, circling back to the pie, 882 00:50:14,261 --> 00:50:15,761 you guys want to go inside and eat some? 883 00:50:15,762 --> 00:50:17,639 I could use a slice of pie. 884 00:50:20,684 --> 00:50:23,687 And an explanation about what you're doing back here, bro. 885 00:50:29,651 --> 00:50:30,943 Look, I'll leave. 886 00:50:30,944 --> 00:50:33,821 I, I guess I'm just confused about why you came here in the first place. 887 00:50:33,822 --> 00:50:36,282 You said you wanted nothing to do with the ranch. 888 00:50:36,283 --> 00:50:37,909 I was honorably discharged. 889 00:50:38,785 --> 00:50:41,078 I heard. You okay? 890 00:50:41,079 --> 00:50:43,080 Not really ready to talk about it. 891 00:50:43,081 --> 00:50:45,458 Just like always. I don't understand you. 892 00:50:45,459 --> 00:50:47,376 Great. I'll get my things. I'll be out of your way. 893 00:50:47,377 --> 00:50:50,045 There you go again. Running away. You can't run away from yourself, Noal. 894 00:50:50,046 --> 00:50:52,715 You're one to talk, being out on the road all the time. 895 00:50:52,716 --> 00:50:54,049 Noal, hang on. 896 00:50:54,050 --> 00:50:55,968 You aren't going anywhere. 897 00:50:55,969 --> 00:50:57,762 He is your brother and it is Christmas 898 00:50:57,763 --> 00:50:59,972 and you're not letting him leave after all these years. 899 00:50:59,973 --> 00:51:01,599 You just don't get it. 900 00:51:01,600 --> 00:51:04,352 Well, maybe she doesn't, but I do. 901 00:51:06,521 --> 00:51:10,107 Your parents would be so ashamed of you two right now. 902 00:51:10,108 --> 00:51:11,692 You guys need to work this out. 903 00:51:11,693 --> 00:51:14,236 And you know what, Emma is right? 904 00:51:14,237 --> 00:51:17,616 What better time than to do it around the holidays? 905 00:51:20,952 --> 00:51:25,206 Oh shoot. I got to get back to the diner. 906 00:51:25,207 --> 00:51:28,417 Bill, I'm in charge of the Cowboy Carol fundraiser 907 00:51:28,418 --> 00:51:31,462 this year and we would like to host it here, 908 00:51:31,463 --> 00:51:33,714 at the ranch, just like we used to. 909 00:51:33,715 --> 00:51:35,550 No, if, ands or buts about it. 910 00:51:40,055 --> 00:51:41,305 Can I count on you too? 911 00:51:41,306 --> 00:51:44,059 I will help wrangle these two together. 912 00:51:48,772 --> 00:51:50,189 Yes ma'am. 913 00:51:50,190 --> 00:51:52,316 Great! All right. 914 00:51:52,317 --> 00:51:54,568 Well, they're all yours now. 915 00:51:54,569 --> 00:51:58,572 And I better see some good old fashioned Christmas spirit 916 00:51:58,573 --> 00:51:59,824 around here. 917 00:51:59,825 --> 00:52:02,159 You know, bring this ranch up to the majesty 918 00:52:02,160 --> 00:52:03,869 of what it used to be around the holidays. 919 00:52:03,870 --> 00:52:05,747 Make your parents proud. 920 00:52:09,376 --> 00:52:10,377 Good luck. 921 00:52:15,257 --> 00:52:17,508 Guess you're staying. 922 00:52:17,509 --> 00:52:18,677 For now. 923 00:52:27,727 --> 00:52:30,730 Looks like you've been up to some merry mischief around here. 924 00:52:45,787 --> 00:52:48,414 Billy, you were great out there. 925 00:52:48,415 --> 00:52:50,958 I wasn't in sync with Dasher in that last event. 926 00:52:50,959 --> 00:52:55,004 Hopefully it doesn't ruin our chances with the sponsor. 927 00:52:55,005 --> 00:52:56,505 That's the thing, I'm always so close, 928 00:52:56,506 --> 00:52:58,883 but there's always someone just a little better. 929 00:52:58,884 --> 00:53:00,801 Massive prize purses up for grabs each year, 930 00:53:00,802 --> 00:53:02,386 and I always seem to choke. 931 00:53:02,387 --> 00:53:04,513 Hey, that's the nature of the sport. 932 00:53:04,514 --> 00:53:09,310 Yeah. But if only I ranked sooner, competed more. 933 00:53:09,311 --> 00:53:11,312 I had to stay back and care for the ranch 934 00:53:11,313 --> 00:53:13,856 when Noal decided to enlist. 935 00:53:13,857 --> 00:53:16,775 Wait, that's what you two are fighting over? 936 00:53:16,776 --> 00:53:19,446 It's the only thing we've been fighting over for years. 937 00:53:20,447 --> 00:53:22,031 I was on the circuit trying 938 00:53:22,032 --> 00:53:24,700 to build up my professional ranking after years of training. 939 00:53:24,701 --> 00:53:28,203 Then when our parents passed, pretty close to each other, 940 00:53:28,204 --> 00:53:30,664 he said he was leaving to enlist, 941 00:53:30,665 --> 00:53:33,500 following in our grandfather's footsteps. 942 00:53:33,501 --> 00:53:34,752 He's been gone for seven years 943 00:53:34,753 --> 00:53:36,546 and left me to take up the slack. 944 00:53:38,381 --> 00:53:41,759 Yeah. Well, Bill never had the same sense of obligation 945 00:53:41,760 --> 00:53:43,385 that I did as the oldest. 946 00:53:43,386 --> 00:53:46,221 He was encouraged to go off and follow his rodeo dreams, 947 00:53:46,222 --> 00:53:48,432 whereas I was expected to take care of the ranch 948 00:53:48,433 --> 00:53:50,559 and put my passions aside. 949 00:53:50,560 --> 00:53:52,061 And your passion was the animals? 950 00:53:52,062 --> 00:53:54,855 Yeah. You know, I even got a scholarship 951 00:53:54,856 --> 00:53:56,440 to a veterinary school. 952 00:53:56,441 --> 00:53:58,442 It would've been great for the horses, 953 00:53:58,443 --> 00:54:00,611 but the time away studying would've meant 954 00:54:00,612 --> 00:54:04,031 leaving behind the family ranch and the business. So… 955 00:54:04,032 --> 00:54:05,741 And you didn't tell anyone? 956 00:54:05,742 --> 00:54:07,242 Nope. 957 00:54:07,243 --> 00:54:11,622 And then after my parents died, I just felt stuck. 958 00:54:11,623 --> 00:54:13,832 Everything here reminded me of them. 959 00:54:13,833 --> 00:54:17,711 So I was alone while Bill got to run off to the rodeo. 960 00:54:17,712 --> 00:54:19,838 Then one day my friend Jake called me. 961 00:54:19,839 --> 00:54:21,423 He said he was enlisted. 962 00:54:21,424 --> 00:54:24,719 My grandfather had been in the army and I always admired him for it. 963 00:54:26,346 --> 00:54:28,681 Anyway, that's when I decided to join up and leave. 964 00:54:28,682 --> 00:54:30,767 Best decision I ever made. 965 00:54:44,322 --> 00:54:47,825 Great. I finally have the two of you together. 966 00:54:47,826 --> 00:54:49,411 So you two need to talk. 967 00:54:52,622 --> 00:54:54,249 He's too stubborn. 968 00:54:55,083 --> 00:54:56,292 What? 969 00:55:09,347 --> 00:55:10,889 What are you up to? 970 00:55:10,890 --> 00:55:13,892 Oh, I've just been watching the video of that last event 971 00:55:13,893 --> 00:55:15,894 over and over again. 972 00:55:15,895 --> 00:55:18,313 You'll get it next time. 973 00:55:18,314 --> 00:55:19,648 What is it you always say to me? 974 00:55:19,649 --> 00:55:21,608 You learn more from the letting go… 975 00:55:21,609 --> 00:55:24,069 Than the hanging on. 976 00:55:24,070 --> 00:55:26,363 Also, Kathleen called and she was able to get an opening. 977 00:55:26,364 --> 00:55:27,990 I can take Regal in for an X-ray. 978 00:55:27,991 --> 00:55:29,742 That's great news. Okay, give me a second. 979 00:55:29,743 --> 00:55:30,868 I'll get ready. 980 00:55:30,869 --> 00:55:31,994 Uh… 981 00:55:31,995 --> 00:55:33,620 I'll go. 982 00:55:33,621 --> 00:55:35,372 Apparently Noal left you a note. 983 00:55:35,373 --> 00:55:37,791 Something about preparing this place for the Cowboy Carol. 984 00:55:37,792 --> 00:55:38,626 Oh. 985 00:55:40,503 --> 00:55:42,880 Ready to kick off a holiday Christmas. 986 00:55:42,881 --> 00:55:45,716 First up, pick your own Christmas tree. 987 00:55:45,717 --> 00:55:48,552 Don't forget the saw, I'll bring the muscle. 988 00:55:48,553 --> 00:55:49,554 Hmm. 989 00:55:52,474 --> 00:55:54,099 Did you read this? 990 00:55:54,100 --> 00:55:56,519 Nosiness is a Halliday trait. 991 00:56:00,398 --> 00:56:03,150 You okay with this? 992 00:56:03,151 --> 00:56:05,444 Us hosting the Cowboy Carol? 993 00:56:05,445 --> 00:56:06,570 Yeah, it's fine. 994 00:56:06,571 --> 00:56:09,656 You crushing on my brother, not really. 995 00:56:09,657 --> 00:56:12,534 I just want what's best for you. 996 00:56:12,535 --> 00:56:14,662 But you're both grownups. You can do as you please. 997 00:56:15,538 --> 00:56:16,664 Bill. 998 00:56:18,041 --> 00:56:20,710 I don't want any broken hearts around here this Christmas. 999 00:56:30,553 --> 00:56:33,430 You got to take all your favorite ones like 1000 00:56:33,431 --> 00:56:34,598 this one says Noal. 1001 00:56:34,599 --> 00:56:36,934 And hang them on the top right at the front. 1002 00:56:36,935 --> 00:56:38,560 And the ones that are a little more simple, 1003 00:56:38,561 --> 00:56:39,770 you kind of put on the bottom 1004 00:56:39,771 --> 00:56:41,898 so the goats don't break in and eat 'em. 1005 00:56:42,607 --> 00:56:45,109 It really happened when we were kids. 1006 00:56:45,110 --> 00:56:46,860 Goat friendly. Got it. 1007 00:56:46,861 --> 00:56:47,903 That's right. 1008 00:56:47,904 --> 00:56:49,863 What about Bill? Where does he go? 1009 00:56:49,864 --> 00:56:52,116 Oh, yeah, he goes on the bottom and the back. 1010 00:56:52,117 --> 00:56:54,118 Oh, stop it. 1011 00:56:54,119 --> 00:56:55,869 It's too bad he's not here. 1012 00:56:55,870 --> 00:56:58,413 Well, it's going take a little more than decorating a tree 1013 00:56:58,414 --> 00:57:00,375 to smooth things over between us. 1014 00:57:01,793 --> 00:57:05,921 What about you? When was the last time you did this? 1015 00:57:05,922 --> 00:57:07,881 A while ago. 1016 00:57:07,882 --> 00:57:10,676 I got lots of invites from rodeo friends over the years, 1017 00:57:10,677 --> 00:57:13,929 but motel Christmases are all I've ever known. 1018 00:57:13,930 --> 00:57:16,433 But I always managed to hang a stocking. 1019 00:57:20,228 --> 00:57:22,938 Well, let's make sure we hang your stocking this year. 1020 00:57:24,482 --> 00:57:30,612 ♪ Every time I hear those silver bells ♪ 1021 00:57:30,613 --> 00:57:34,199 ♪ See that angel high upon the tree ♪ 1022 00:57:34,200 --> 00:57:36,034 Moment of truth. 1023 00:57:36,035 --> 00:57:39,496 Let's see if I did your family's recipe justice. 1024 00:57:39,497 --> 00:57:41,665 All right, here we go. 1025 00:57:41,666 --> 00:57:45,919 ♪ That wrap the neighborhood In red and green ♪ 1026 00:57:45,920 --> 00:57:47,838 Mm. Mhmm. 1027 00:57:47,839 --> 00:57:49,006 What? 1028 00:57:49,007 --> 00:57:51,091 I followed your grandmother's instructions perfectly. 1029 00:57:51,092 --> 00:57:52,801 I'm kidding. 1030 00:57:52,802 --> 00:57:55,679 They're perfect. They're going to love it at the Cowboy Carol. 1031 00:57:55,680 --> 00:57:57,639 I'll be the judge of that. 1032 00:57:57,640 --> 00:58:03,520 ♪ Sugar plums that dance inside my head ♪ 1033 00:58:03,521 --> 00:58:04,897 Uh-huh. 1034 00:58:04,898 --> 00:58:09,568 ♪ I believe in miracles and mangers ♪ 1035 00:58:09,569 --> 00:58:12,654 ♪ No such thing as strangers ♪ 1036 00:58:12,655 --> 00:58:18,160 ♪ The world is a scent ♪ 1037 00:58:18,161 --> 00:58:21,789 ♪ I'm a child in ♪ 1038 00:58:25,084 --> 00:58:30,714 ♪ But now your carols Fill crowded city streets ♪ 1039 00:58:30,715 --> 00:58:37,013 ♪ See shoppers cradle gifts Under their arms ♪ 1040 00:58:38,723 --> 00:58:41,225 We had a ton of fun today. 1041 00:58:41,226 --> 00:58:44,728 Can't remember the last time I decked the halls, as they say. 1042 00:58:44,729 --> 00:58:48,190 I enjoyed it as much as I did with you today. 1043 00:58:48,191 --> 00:58:49,566 Me too. 1044 00:58:49,567 --> 00:58:50,901 ♪ I believe ♪ 1045 00:58:50,902 --> 00:58:52,070 Goodnight. 1046 00:58:53,530 --> 00:58:54,905 Goodnight. 1047 00:58:54,906 --> 00:58:58,534 ♪ Reindeers in the night sky ♪ 1048 00:58:58,535 --> 00:59:03,747 ♪ Sugar plums that dance inside my head ♪ 1049 00:59:03,748 --> 00:59:10,379 ♪ I believe in miracles and mangers ♪ 1050 00:59:10,380 --> 00:59:14,633 ♪ No such thing as strangers ♪ 1051 00:59:14,634 --> 00:59:16,885 More Christmas fun tomorrow? 1052 00:59:16,886 --> 00:59:18,595 The ultimate. 1053 00:59:18,596 --> 00:59:20,265 Cowboy Carol. 1054 00:59:22,308 --> 00:59:24,017 Good night. 1055 00:59:48,042 --> 00:59:50,044 You ready for some liquid gold? 1056 00:59:51,254 --> 00:59:52,839 Good morning. 1057 00:59:58,177 --> 01:00:01,097 Justin told me you helped him with the broken water pipe. 1058 01:00:02,223 --> 01:00:04,057 Thanks for dealing with that. 1059 01:00:04,058 --> 01:00:05,184 Yeah. 1060 01:00:07,562 --> 01:00:09,688 So what's the deal with you and Emma? 1061 01:00:09,689 --> 01:00:11,481 Heard you two were just working together. 1062 01:00:11,482 --> 01:00:13,568 I heard you were just passing through. 1063 01:00:15,612 --> 01:00:17,696 Should I come back? 1064 01:00:17,697 --> 01:00:19,657 Nope. 1065 01:00:20,617 --> 01:00:22,409 You two still at it? 1066 01:00:22,410 --> 01:00:24,202 We have exchanged a few words. 1067 01:00:24,203 --> 01:00:25,788 We're being civil. 1068 01:00:27,582 --> 01:00:28,957 So how's it with Regal? 1069 01:00:28,958 --> 01:00:30,792 She was great. 1070 01:00:30,793 --> 01:00:34,963 Dr. Winshaw said the x-ray showed a minor ligament tear, 1071 01:00:34,964 --> 01:00:37,132 but that she'll be ready and raring to go 1072 01:00:37,133 --> 01:00:39,217 in time for the Christmas Eve events. 1073 01:00:39,218 --> 01:00:41,012 That's fantastic. 1074 01:00:42,221 --> 01:00:45,016 So, you ready to head out? 1075 01:00:48,645 --> 01:00:49,936 Actually, um, 1076 01:00:49,937 --> 01:00:51,938 I realized that I don't have anything to wear 1077 01:00:51,939 --> 01:00:54,817 for the Cowboy Carol tonight, so I'll see you boys later. 1078 01:00:56,611 --> 01:01:00,156 And uh, you two should talk, for real. 1079 01:01:06,913 --> 01:01:08,163 Great chat. 1080 01:01:08,164 --> 01:01:09,666 Always a slice, bro. 1081 01:01:23,179 --> 01:01:26,848 Wow. They have really transformed this place. 1082 01:01:26,849 --> 01:01:28,685 Ooh, let's get some pie before it's all gone. 1083 01:01:30,812 --> 01:01:35,482 Oh, well thank you so much for helping out, Emma. 1084 01:01:35,483 --> 01:01:39,111 Couldn't have done it without you roping up these guys. 1085 01:01:39,112 --> 01:01:40,070 None for me. 1086 01:01:40,071 --> 01:01:40,987 Hey! 1087 01:01:40,988 --> 01:01:42,155 - Here you go. - Thank you. 1088 01:01:42,156 --> 01:01:44,950 Well, then. Let's go dancing, handsome. 1089 01:01:44,951 --> 01:01:46,035 Oh… 1090 01:01:50,081 --> 01:01:50,998 Whoo! 1091 01:01:53,126 --> 01:01:56,211 They look like they've been dancing together for years. 1092 01:01:56,212 --> 01:01:58,130 Surprised they were never an item. 1093 01:01:58,131 --> 01:02:00,465 Oh, we've all been dancing together for years. 1094 01:02:00,466 --> 01:02:02,342 Grew up together. 1095 01:02:02,343 --> 01:02:03,636 So what about you and Kathleen? 1096 01:02:05,763 --> 01:02:08,598 Uh, we never quite got there. 1097 01:02:08,599 --> 01:02:11,227 Always something or someone in the way. 1098 01:02:16,441 --> 01:02:19,443 You really do have a thing for my brother, don't you? 1099 01:02:19,444 --> 01:02:21,486 We just met. 1100 01:02:21,487 --> 01:02:24,072 And he was brooding and serious 1101 01:02:24,073 --> 01:02:25,992 and annoying most of the time. 1102 01:02:26,743 --> 01:02:29,369 Yes to all of that. 1103 01:02:29,370 --> 01:02:31,330 He's just showing me a fun Christmas, that's all. 1104 01:02:32,248 --> 01:02:34,083 Is that all? 1105 01:02:35,752 --> 01:02:37,335 I've always had a lot of guy friends. 1106 01:02:37,336 --> 01:02:38,962 You included. 1107 01:02:38,963 --> 01:02:41,048 With Noal it's different. 1108 01:02:44,260 --> 01:02:46,888 You don't mind? We're good, right? 1109 01:02:48,514 --> 01:02:49,515 We're good. 1110 01:02:58,065 --> 01:02:59,817 What's happening over there? 1111 01:03:01,360 --> 01:03:03,987 What's happening where? 1112 01:03:03,988 --> 01:03:05,781 Come on, please. 1113 01:03:05,782 --> 01:03:07,240 I have known you since the days 1114 01:03:07,241 --> 01:03:11,286 of dirt sandwich picnics in the tree house. 1115 01:03:11,287 --> 01:03:12,371 That's true. 1116 01:03:13,331 --> 01:03:14,165 Well? 1117 01:03:15,500 --> 01:03:16,833 Doesn't matter. 1118 01:03:16,834 --> 01:03:20,046 She's heading back to the circuit soon, with Bill. 1119 01:03:20,922 --> 01:03:22,131 - Oh! - Yeah. 1120 01:03:32,183 --> 01:03:33,391 Mind if I cut in? 1121 01:03:33,392 --> 01:03:34,936 Not at all. 1122 01:03:47,114 --> 01:03:48,448 Not even gonna ask? 1123 01:03:48,449 --> 01:03:49,783 Don't have to. 1124 01:03:49,784 --> 01:03:51,910 I saw you watching me and Kathleen on the dance floor. 1125 01:03:51,911 --> 01:03:53,954 - What? - It's okay. 1126 01:03:53,955 --> 01:03:55,497 I was watching you and Bill too. 1127 01:03:55,498 --> 01:03:58,208 Oh, don't start that again. 1128 01:03:58,209 --> 01:03:59,584 Billy and I are-- 1129 01:03:59,585 --> 01:04:01,003 Aren't the ones dancing. I know. 1130 01:04:03,881 --> 01:04:05,423 So, you're having a good time? 1131 01:04:05,424 --> 01:04:06,634 I'm having a great time. 1132 01:04:07,426 --> 01:04:10,596 Yeah, this reminds me of all the years we used to host. 1133 01:04:11,305 --> 01:04:13,641 My mom would be thrilled to see all the people out here. 1134 01:04:15,601 --> 01:04:18,061 Do you miss it, being away? 1135 01:04:18,062 --> 01:04:19,480 Cowboy Carol? 1136 01:04:20,147 --> 01:04:21,189 No. 1137 01:04:22,525 --> 01:04:24,151 No, I mean being home. 1138 01:04:24,694 --> 01:04:25,778 The ranch. 1139 01:04:26,279 --> 01:04:27,113 Yeah. 1140 01:04:28,197 --> 01:04:29,657 More than I realized. 1141 01:04:32,076 --> 01:04:34,287 Have you thought about what you're gonna do now? 1142 01:04:35,413 --> 01:04:36,705 I have to figure it out soon 1143 01:04:36,706 --> 01:04:39,333 because I think Bill's too thrilled with me being back. 1144 01:04:40,084 --> 01:04:41,544 I don't think that's true. 1145 01:04:42,211 --> 01:04:44,046 He loves having you home. 1146 01:04:45,339 --> 01:04:46,382 There's just… 1147 01:04:46,966 --> 01:04:48,968 A lot of history and hurt. 1148 01:04:50,011 --> 01:04:51,012 Yeah. 1149 01:05:01,772 --> 01:05:04,065 So when is she leaving? 1150 01:05:04,066 --> 01:05:07,028 Oh, come on, Kathleen. 1151 01:05:07,737 --> 01:05:10,739 You and Noal have known each other long enough. 1152 01:05:10,740 --> 01:05:13,116 Probably since preschool. 1153 01:05:13,117 --> 01:05:16,328 And how many times 1154 01:05:16,329 --> 01:05:19,122 have you thought you might be more than friends? 1155 01:05:19,123 --> 01:05:20,374 Hmm. 1156 01:05:22,084 --> 01:05:25,671 Not as many times as I thought of you. 1157 01:05:27,924 --> 01:05:29,925 If you and I were meant to be together, 1158 01:05:29,926 --> 01:05:31,552 it would've happened by now. 1159 01:05:32,178 --> 01:05:34,137 Maybe times have changed. 1160 01:05:34,138 --> 01:05:35,514 What about now? 1161 01:05:57,370 --> 01:06:00,164 - Such a great party. - Aw. Thank you. 1162 01:06:02,249 --> 01:06:05,252 Okay, I'm just going to take this to the car. 1163 01:06:08,130 --> 01:06:11,257 So, um, see you tomorrow, handsome? 1164 01:06:11,258 --> 01:06:12,468 You bet. 1165 01:06:24,981 --> 01:06:27,565 We sure got off to quite a ruckus tonight. 1166 01:06:27,566 --> 01:06:29,567 It's been a while. 1167 01:06:29,568 --> 01:06:31,486 A lot of people. 1168 01:06:31,487 --> 01:06:34,031 It's kind of doing my head in a little bit. 1169 01:06:35,116 --> 01:06:38,285 Maybe a special woman in particular. 1170 01:06:40,037 --> 01:06:44,207 Yeah. But, uh, 1171 01:06:44,208 --> 01:06:46,419 some other things on my mind too. 1172 01:06:48,379 --> 01:06:50,172 Look, man… 1173 01:06:51,298 --> 01:06:53,341 I'd love for you to stay at the ranch. 1174 01:06:53,342 --> 01:06:55,427 I appreciate that, but I know it's not that easy. 1175 01:06:55,428 --> 01:06:57,262 It doesn't have to be that hard. 1176 01:06:57,263 --> 01:06:59,180 I'm away on the circuit a lot. 1177 01:06:59,181 --> 01:07:00,765 I could use a Halliday overseeing things. 1178 01:07:00,766 --> 01:07:02,350 I know it's not the life you wanted. 1179 01:07:02,351 --> 01:07:05,228 No, it's not that it wasn't the life I wanted. 1180 01:07:05,229 --> 01:07:07,147 I love the land and the animals, 1181 01:07:07,148 --> 01:07:09,483 but I wanted more. 1182 01:07:11,235 --> 01:07:13,611 I mean, what is it that Gramps always said? 1183 01:07:13,612 --> 01:07:16,364 Get out there and see the world while it's still there. 1184 01:07:16,365 --> 01:07:17,449 I know. 1185 01:07:17,450 --> 01:07:20,118 And I didn't have that same pressure 1186 01:07:20,119 --> 01:07:23,830 to run the ranch and serve. 1187 01:07:23,831 --> 01:07:26,082 You must have resented that. 1188 01:07:26,083 --> 01:07:29,377 No, I was happy for you. 1189 01:07:29,378 --> 01:07:34,049 You were clearly the rider of the family, taking after Mom. 1190 01:07:34,050 --> 01:07:35,551 I'm proud of you for following your dreams. 1191 01:07:37,219 --> 01:07:39,138 It's just after Mom and Dad passed, 1192 01:07:41,057 --> 01:07:43,433 I needed to get away from it all. 1193 01:07:43,434 --> 01:07:46,020 You know, the pressures of the family legacy. 1194 01:07:47,688 --> 01:07:49,356 If I'm being honest, 1195 01:07:50,524 --> 01:07:52,442 I was scared that I wouldn't be able to live up 1196 01:07:52,443 --> 01:07:55,111 to their expectations. 1197 01:07:55,112 --> 01:07:57,073 And I needed to figure out who I was. 1198 01:07:59,533 --> 01:08:01,118 I know about vet school. 1199 01:08:02,661 --> 01:08:04,662 Emma tell you? 1200 01:08:04,663 --> 01:08:07,248 You told Emma? 1201 01:08:07,249 --> 01:08:09,251 Wow. You two must have really connected. 1202 01:08:10,252 --> 01:08:12,796 So if she didn't tell you, how'd you know? 1203 01:08:12,797 --> 01:08:15,256 I found your scholarship letter a few years back. 1204 01:08:15,257 --> 01:08:17,384 I'm sorry you felt you couldn't go through with it. 1205 01:08:19,553 --> 01:08:22,555 Different dream for a different life, I guess. 1206 01:08:22,556 --> 01:08:25,559 Maybe a new dream for a new future. 1207 01:08:26,268 --> 01:08:27,812 Look at us getting all poetic. 1208 01:08:30,648 --> 01:08:32,233 Maybe you're right. 1209 01:08:33,984 --> 01:08:36,694 Listen, if you want me to stick around the ranch 1210 01:08:36,695 --> 01:08:37,987 so you can focus on the circuit, 1211 01:08:37,988 --> 01:08:39,989 especially if you're close to locking down a sponsor, 1212 01:08:39,990 --> 01:08:40,908 I'll do it. 1213 01:08:41,575 --> 01:08:43,244 But only if it's what you want. 1214 01:08:47,164 --> 01:08:48,541 Works for me, brother. 1215 01:09:05,141 --> 01:09:07,684 Saw you at the Cowboy Carol last night. 1216 01:09:07,685 --> 01:09:11,437 Glad to see you enjoying the holiday festivities. 1217 01:09:11,438 --> 01:09:14,400 Uh, you know, trying to embrace the season. 1218 01:09:15,484 --> 01:09:17,610 How are you and Bill? 1219 01:09:17,611 --> 01:09:20,447 You know, we're going to try and set our differences aside. 1220 01:09:21,490 --> 01:09:25,285 Leave the past where it belongs and move on. 1221 01:09:25,286 --> 01:09:28,872 Wow. Sounds like you're truly embracing 1222 01:09:28,873 --> 01:09:31,708 the spirit of the holidays. 1223 01:09:31,709 --> 01:09:34,419 I've got some help from a friend lately. 1224 01:09:34,420 --> 01:09:36,296 She's a good listener like you, 1225 01:09:36,297 --> 01:09:41,093 which made me realize it's… it's time for peace. 1226 01:09:41,802 --> 01:09:46,014 Peace, joy, reconciliation. 1227 01:09:46,015 --> 01:09:48,808 Where are we on forgiveness? 1228 01:09:48,809 --> 01:09:53,230 That one's a little tougher, but I think I'm ready. 1229 01:09:56,233 --> 01:09:58,777 You sure you want to do this? 1230 01:10:00,237 --> 01:10:02,364 It should be me. 1231 01:10:37,441 --> 01:10:41,695 He deserves to be honored, and remembered. 1232 01:10:44,031 --> 01:10:47,743 He was a good man, and a good friend. 1233 01:11:03,926 --> 01:11:07,053 He loved you and the kids so much. 1234 01:11:07,054 --> 01:11:09,473 It's all he ever talked about. 1235 01:11:11,767 --> 01:11:13,560 I just wish I could have done more. 1236 01:11:15,145 --> 01:11:17,856 Thank you for always being there for him. 1237 01:11:22,778 --> 01:11:25,531 I know there is nothing more you could have possibly done. 1238 01:11:44,049 --> 01:11:45,341 Hello? 1239 01:11:45,342 --> 01:11:47,176 Hey Emma, how are you? 1240 01:11:47,177 --> 01:11:49,304 I haven't seen you at the showcase yet. 1241 01:11:49,305 --> 01:11:51,806 Oh, unfortunately my horse Regal was injured 1242 01:11:51,807 --> 01:11:54,017 and I couldn't bear to compete without her. 1243 01:11:54,018 --> 01:11:55,727 I'm hoping to get clearance from the vet today, 1244 01:11:55,728 --> 01:11:57,854 but I plan on being at the Christmas Eve event. 1245 01:11:57,855 --> 01:12:01,482 Well, that's good news because I'm calling to offer you a spot 1246 01:12:01,483 --> 01:12:03,359 at our Christmas Eve showcase 1247 01:12:03,360 --> 01:12:07,614 and to shoot a promo for our new line of riding gear. 1248 01:12:09,116 --> 01:12:11,909 Is that a yes or… 1249 01:12:11,910 --> 01:12:14,662 Uh, yes, of course. 1250 01:12:14,663 --> 01:12:17,040 I'm sorry, I… I don't understand. 1251 01:12:17,041 --> 01:12:20,335 Well, one of our riders pulled out due to family obligations 1252 01:12:20,336 --> 01:12:21,586 and so we thought of you. 1253 01:12:21,587 --> 01:12:23,964 You are a part of Bill Halliday's team, right? 1254 01:12:24,631 --> 01:12:26,049 Yes, I am. 1255 01:12:26,050 --> 01:12:28,551 But I thought that Vintage Western Rodeo wasn't sure 1256 01:12:28,552 --> 01:12:30,720 about sponsorship with us because of Bill's last run. 1257 01:12:30,721 --> 01:12:34,390 Oh, we understand that everybody has bad days. 1258 01:12:34,391 --> 01:12:36,809 We just needed a little more time. 1259 01:12:36,810 --> 01:12:40,980 I am convinced that you and Bill will be a good fit for us, 1260 01:12:40,981 --> 01:12:43,691 especially if you could help us out of this last minute jam. 1261 01:12:43,692 --> 01:12:47,111 Yes, of course. Thank you so much. 1262 01:12:47,112 --> 01:12:49,948 No, thank you darling. Speak soon. 1263 01:13:01,377 --> 01:13:03,878 Meet me for a ride in the trails. 1264 01:13:03,879 --> 01:13:04,922 Noal. 1265 01:13:11,595 --> 01:13:15,598 ♪ Cue the lights ♪ 1266 01:13:15,599 --> 01:13:20,228 ♪ Decorate the tree ♪ 1267 01:13:20,229 --> 01:13:24,565 ♪ Hang a star up high ♪ 1268 01:13:24,566 --> 01:13:29,570 ♪ For all the world to see ♪ 1269 01:13:29,571 --> 01:13:32,532 ♪ Bring on bring on bring on ♪ 1270 01:13:32,533 --> 01:13:39,414 ♪ The Christmas glow ♪ 1271 01:13:39,415 --> 01:13:42,125 You're really enjoying being home, aren't you? 1272 01:13:42,126 --> 01:13:43,710 More than I thought I would. 1273 01:13:45,629 --> 01:13:46,964 It has a lot to do with you. 1274 01:13:47,631 --> 01:13:50,675 Well, I'm just happy you and Bill were able to sort out your differences. 1275 01:13:50,676 --> 01:13:53,928 Yeah, me too. Long time coming. 1276 01:13:53,929 --> 01:13:55,097 Yeah. 1277 01:13:56,473 --> 01:13:58,141 Are you okay? 1278 01:13:58,142 --> 01:13:59,935 Yeah, um… 1279 01:14:01,979 --> 01:14:03,730 I'm going to stay. 1280 01:14:05,232 --> 01:14:06,817 For how long? 1281 01:14:08,861 --> 01:14:11,070 Maybe permanently. 1282 01:14:11,071 --> 01:14:12,780 Wow. 1283 01:14:12,781 --> 01:14:13,907 Yeah. 1284 01:14:15,075 --> 01:14:18,744 Wow good or wow bad? 1285 01:14:18,745 --> 01:14:22,123 Wow, whatever makes you happy. 1286 01:14:22,124 --> 01:14:27,879 Yeah, well, being here, the event last night just, 1287 01:14:27,880 --> 01:14:29,964 it stirred up all kinds of good memories with family 1288 01:14:29,965 --> 01:14:34,720 and just got me thinking what it would mean to have my own. 1289 01:14:38,348 --> 01:14:39,933 And I have you to thank for that. 1290 01:14:44,062 --> 01:14:48,941 So I, I was wondering if you might consider 1291 01:14:48,942 --> 01:14:52,278 staying here with me. 1292 01:14:52,279 --> 01:14:54,781 Or at least make this a home base. 1293 01:14:56,200 --> 01:14:58,994 Uh, I don't know. 1294 01:15:02,873 --> 01:15:05,917 Not the reaction I was hoping for. 1295 01:15:05,918 --> 01:15:09,170 I told you I'm not used to staying in one place 1296 01:15:09,171 --> 01:15:10,296 for a long time. 1297 01:15:10,297 --> 01:15:12,006 Oh, I know. 1298 01:15:12,007 --> 01:15:17,345 But you convinced me to heal little wounds and 1299 01:15:17,346 --> 01:15:20,390 I just thought maybe you would want to be still for a while. 1300 01:15:25,187 --> 01:15:26,604 I'm, I'm freaking you out. 1301 01:15:26,605 --> 01:15:27,898 No. No, no. 1302 01:15:29,191 --> 01:15:33,653 I'm just surprised I guess by the sudden change of heart. 1303 01:15:33,654 --> 01:15:38,115 I'm sorry. This is coming out of nowhere I guess. 1304 01:15:38,116 --> 01:15:39,743 No. No, no, no, it's not… 1305 01:15:40,536 --> 01:15:42,829 We've been connecting. 1306 01:15:44,248 --> 01:15:47,083 Yeah. So you, you feel it too? 1307 01:15:47,084 --> 01:15:50,628 Of course I do. 1308 01:15:50,629 --> 01:15:53,674 But I'm going back to the circuit. 1309 01:15:54,883 --> 01:15:57,052 Is that all that you see for yourself? 1310 01:16:00,430 --> 01:16:02,975 That's all I've ever known. 1311 01:16:06,728 --> 01:16:09,106 What if we could have something more? 1312 01:16:12,901 --> 01:16:14,528 You don't want that. 1313 01:16:15,779 --> 01:16:17,113 Noal… 1314 01:16:17,114 --> 01:16:19,031 Emma. You don't have to say anything. 1315 01:16:19,032 --> 01:16:21,701 You already did. 1316 01:16:21,702 --> 01:16:23,662 I just wasn't listening. 1317 01:16:26,582 --> 01:16:27,833 I'm sorry. 1318 01:16:40,345 --> 01:16:42,763 She's ready to go. 1319 01:16:42,764 --> 01:16:45,099 Well, she felt great in the trails earlier. 1320 01:16:45,100 --> 01:16:47,059 Are you sure she's ready for competition? 1321 01:16:47,060 --> 01:16:50,230 She is. But are you? 1322 01:16:53,150 --> 01:16:55,902 This place has a way of growing on you, doesn't it? 1323 01:16:57,112 --> 01:16:58,155 It sure does. 1324 01:17:00,365 --> 01:17:01,782 Have a Merry Christmas. 1325 01:17:01,783 --> 01:17:02,951 You too. 1326 01:17:07,497 --> 01:17:08,998 Well, what's the verdict? 1327 01:17:08,999 --> 01:17:10,750 She's ready to ride. 1328 01:17:10,751 --> 01:17:12,168 Oh, that's great. 1329 01:17:12,169 --> 01:17:13,961 Yeah, so I guess I, I can help win some prizes 1330 01:17:13,962 --> 01:17:15,963 and secure that sponsorship after all. 1331 01:17:15,964 --> 01:17:18,466 But that means you can't stay for Christmas Eve. 1332 01:17:18,467 --> 01:17:21,719 Nah, Christmas has always just been another day for me. 1333 01:17:21,720 --> 01:17:24,723 You sure? Because I thought this year was different. 1334 01:17:26,266 --> 01:17:27,808 I want to do this Bill. 1335 01:17:27,809 --> 01:17:30,937 Don't worry, I won't let you down. 1336 01:17:42,658 --> 01:17:44,283 You leaving? 1337 01:17:44,284 --> 01:17:47,119 Yeah. Regal's all better 1338 01:17:47,120 --> 01:17:49,830 so we have to head to the Christmas showcase 1339 01:17:49,831 --> 01:17:52,708 to secure the Vintage Western Rodeo sponsorship. 1340 01:17:52,709 --> 01:17:54,877 Listen, I know I freaked you out earlier. 1341 01:17:54,878 --> 01:17:58,214 No, no you didn't. 1342 01:17:58,215 --> 01:18:02,677 It's just my dream is the rodeo circuit 1343 01:18:02,678 --> 01:18:05,179 and I'm not willing to give that up or settle down 1344 01:18:05,180 --> 01:18:06,222 for anyone. 1345 01:18:06,223 --> 01:18:08,683 - I know. - Not yet. 1346 01:18:08,684 --> 01:18:11,477 And I don't want you to abandon your dream 1347 01:18:11,478 --> 01:18:13,062 or feel you have to postpone it. 1348 01:18:13,063 --> 01:18:14,897 It happened to me and I know how it feels. 1349 01:18:14,898 --> 01:18:19,194 Okay. So me leaving makes sense for the both of us. 1350 01:18:20,404 --> 01:18:22,155 How about that? 1351 01:18:24,908 --> 01:18:27,244 I'm not sure it has to be one or the other. 1352 01:18:28,495 --> 01:18:31,372 Well, clearly you've not had to juggle a relationship 1353 01:18:31,373 --> 01:18:35,459 a family, kids, with the rodeo circuit lifestyle. 1354 01:18:35,460 --> 01:18:36,919 Women have to work a lot harder 1355 01:18:36,920 --> 01:18:39,047 to prove themselves in this industry, Noal. 1356 01:18:40,006 --> 01:18:41,590 My mom did. 1357 01:18:41,591 --> 01:18:44,719 It wasn't always easy, but she found a way to make it work. 1358 01:18:44,720 --> 01:18:48,097 And with my dad's support, she was able to follow her passions 1359 01:18:48,098 --> 01:18:50,391 and raise the family that she wanted. 1360 01:18:50,392 --> 01:18:53,561 And you and Bill never felt like you were missing anything 1361 01:18:53,562 --> 01:18:55,354 while she was away competing? 1362 01:18:55,355 --> 01:18:58,858 Oh, we were proud of her. We loved watching her ride. 1363 01:18:58,859 --> 01:19:01,611 And she lit up every time she did what she loved. 1364 01:19:03,363 --> 01:19:05,407 Like you do. 1365 01:19:06,116 --> 01:19:07,950 I may have taken a peek at a few of your 1366 01:19:07,951 --> 01:19:10,911 competition videos online. 1367 01:19:10,912 --> 01:19:14,582 Look, I'm not asking you to move here, 1368 01:19:14,583 --> 01:19:17,084 settle down, marry me, have kids 1369 01:19:17,085 --> 01:19:19,170 while you're trying to conquer the rodeo world. 1370 01:19:19,171 --> 01:19:22,256 You're not? 1371 01:19:22,257 --> 01:19:24,091 I'm not, not saying that. 1372 01:19:25,343 --> 01:19:30,848 All I'm saying right now is you can stay. 1373 01:19:30,849 --> 01:19:32,308 Let me give you a real Christmas 1374 01:19:32,309 --> 01:19:35,770 and you get back out there in the new year. 1375 01:19:35,771 --> 01:19:39,064 Think about it. 1376 01:19:39,065 --> 01:19:41,485 And have a good ride. 1377 01:19:54,873 --> 01:19:59,835 Oh wow. You look amazing. 1378 01:19:59,836 --> 01:20:01,295 Thank you. 1379 01:20:01,296 --> 01:20:03,672 And thank you so much again for offering me this spot. 1380 01:20:03,673 --> 01:20:06,008 Oh no. Bill Halliday is fantastic. 1381 01:20:06,009 --> 01:20:09,512 And you two make the perfect fit for our brand. 1382 01:20:09,513 --> 01:20:11,972 We are thrilled to be sponsoring you in the new year 1383 01:20:11,973 --> 01:20:14,935 at different events, where you'll be wearing our line. 1384 01:20:17,187 --> 01:20:20,815 Grace, can I propose an idea to you? 1385 01:20:20,816 --> 01:20:24,360 Sure. What's on your mind? 1386 01:20:24,361 --> 01:20:27,988 What if my brand work with Vintage Western Rodeo 1387 01:20:27,989 --> 01:20:31,367 wasn't only reserved for competing or in the arena? 1388 01:20:31,368 --> 01:20:35,079 I'm talking daily content, behind the scenes, 1389 01:20:35,080 --> 01:20:36,914 training clips, wearing your clothing, 1390 01:20:36,915 --> 01:20:39,041 highlighting your gear. 1391 01:20:39,042 --> 01:20:40,668 I'm listening. 1392 01:20:40,669 --> 01:20:42,336 I'm bunking at a horse ranch right now 1393 01:20:42,337 --> 01:20:45,548 that would be an amazing backdrop for your brand. 1394 01:20:45,549 --> 01:20:49,385 We could do at home and away on the road campaigns, 1395 01:20:49,386 --> 01:20:51,346 really build a following. 1396 01:20:53,431 --> 01:20:54,808 Sounds interesting. 1397 01:21:08,905 --> 01:21:10,239 Don't mind if I do. 1398 01:21:14,911 --> 01:21:16,705 Emma just secured the sponsorship. 1399 01:21:21,334 --> 01:21:23,295 No way. That's great. 1400 01:21:26,673 --> 01:21:28,258 Tell her I say congratulations. 1401 01:21:29,885 --> 01:21:31,135 Tell her yourself. 1402 01:21:31,136 --> 01:21:33,304 And maybe while you're at it, tell her how you really feel. 1403 01:21:33,305 --> 01:21:34,889 I tried. 1404 01:21:34,890 --> 01:21:38,601 Look, I talked to her. 1405 01:21:38,602 --> 01:21:41,395 I didn't run away and I still got the door slammed in my face. 1406 01:21:41,396 --> 01:21:42,938 Mm-hmm. 1407 01:21:42,939 --> 01:21:45,483 Yeah, I bet you said something complicated and confusing. 1408 01:21:46,234 --> 01:21:47,903 Just tell her you love her, man. 1409 01:21:48,945 --> 01:21:51,113 That girl has a runaway heart. 1410 01:21:51,114 --> 01:21:53,073 I'd be a fool to try and tame it. 1411 01:21:53,074 --> 01:21:55,576 And I didn't hear you tell her to stay. 1412 01:21:55,577 --> 01:21:58,537 That is the task of a boyfriend. Not someone she works with. 1413 01:21:58,538 --> 01:22:00,581 I need her competing. 1414 01:22:00,582 --> 01:22:03,417 Well, Emma has dreams. 1415 01:22:03,418 --> 01:22:05,377 I'm not going to stand in the way of that. 1416 01:22:05,378 --> 01:22:07,546 There's no need to. You support her. 1417 01:22:07,547 --> 01:22:10,174 I thought I was supposed to be sticking around here helping you 1418 01:22:10,175 --> 01:22:11,967 Now, I said you're welcome to. 1419 01:22:11,968 --> 01:22:14,053 It doesn't mean you have to. 1420 01:22:14,054 --> 01:22:15,679 She doesn't want me on the road. 1421 01:22:15,680 --> 01:22:17,056 I'm just going to get in her way. 1422 01:22:17,057 --> 01:22:18,182 Well, then stay. 1423 01:22:18,183 --> 01:22:21,101 Well let her be or find another way. 1424 01:22:21,102 --> 01:22:23,062 Just like Mom and Dad did. 1425 01:22:23,063 --> 01:22:26,482 I saw the way the two of you were together and it's something special. 1426 01:22:26,483 --> 01:22:29,234 Don't go throwing that away because you're afraid of getting hurt. 1427 01:22:29,235 --> 01:22:31,279 You took a bullet to the lung. 1428 01:22:33,073 --> 01:22:35,074 And yet nothing makes it more difficult to breathe 1429 01:22:35,075 --> 01:22:36,618 than our relentless questions. 1430 01:22:39,287 --> 01:22:41,206 I just can't get her out of my head, man. 1431 01:22:47,462 --> 01:22:50,131 Then let's go to her. Let's go see her compete. 1432 01:22:52,759 --> 01:22:54,010 You're right. 1433 01:22:56,137 --> 01:22:58,431 She's going to be surprised to see you. 1434 01:23:01,977 --> 01:23:02,936 Going somewhere? 1435 01:23:03,812 --> 01:23:05,814 We were just coming to watch you in action. 1436 01:23:06,481 --> 01:23:07,691 What are you doing here? 1437 01:23:08,358 --> 01:23:11,403 I wanted to come tell you how I really feel first. 1438 01:23:12,487 --> 01:23:13,321 Yeah. 1439 01:23:21,371 --> 01:23:23,998 I want to spend Christmas with you. 1440 01:23:23,999 --> 01:23:25,959 What about the sponsorship? 1441 01:23:26,584 --> 01:23:29,461 I got it. I'm wearing the stuff for the competitions. 1442 01:23:29,462 --> 01:23:33,590 And they also agreed to sweeten the deal with an online campaign 1443 01:23:33,591 --> 01:23:35,718 so I can follow my dreams on my own terms. 1444 01:23:35,719 --> 01:23:36,761 All right. 1445 01:23:37,595 --> 01:23:39,389 But what about the big showcase? 1446 01:23:41,016 --> 01:23:44,352 I have never had a real place to call home. 1447 01:23:44,978 --> 01:23:47,187 Or a traditional family Christmas. 1448 01:23:47,188 --> 01:23:50,274 Or someone I truly care about losing. 1449 01:23:50,275 --> 01:23:53,777 And I don't think I have to sacrifice all that for rodeo life. 1450 01:23:53,778 --> 01:23:56,781 I want to spend the holidays with a family. 1451 01:23:58,074 --> 01:24:00,285 And I want a chance at true love. 1452 01:24:02,662 --> 01:24:05,122 That is the best news I've gotten in a long time. 1453 01:24:08,543 --> 01:24:13,590 Look, I spent the last seven years serving my country and traveling around. 1454 01:24:14,257 --> 01:24:17,969 And I'm perfectly prepared to travel around with you. 1455 01:24:18,595 --> 01:24:19,887 I will support your dream 1456 01:24:19,888 --> 01:24:22,222 and I will be in those stands if you want me to be. 1457 01:24:22,223 --> 01:24:24,476 But what about the ranch? 1458 01:24:25,351 --> 01:24:28,979 Settling down, laying down, roots, starting a family? 1459 01:24:28,980 --> 01:24:30,482 I'm willing to do that here. 1460 01:24:31,524 --> 01:24:35,236 Let me be that place in the arms you can fall into after a long day. 1461 01:24:35,820 --> 01:24:37,989 This ranch is always gonna be here for you. 1462 01:24:39,074 --> 01:24:40,365 No matter what. 1463 01:24:40,366 --> 01:24:41,367 When you're ready. 1464 01:24:42,869 --> 01:24:45,371 But I gotta tell you, I've fallen for you, Emma. 1465 01:24:46,831 --> 01:24:47,665 Hard. 1466 01:24:50,085 --> 01:24:51,336 Same here. 1467 01:24:52,754 --> 01:24:55,632 I've taken spills off of Regal that didn't hit me this hard. 1468 01:24:56,800 --> 01:24:58,551 Fair. 1469 01:25:01,763 --> 01:25:03,014 I'm glad you came home. 1470 01:25:03,765 --> 01:25:05,349 I'm happy you were in my bed. 1471 01:25:06,768 --> 01:25:09,436 Sorry, I couldn't resist. 1472 01:25:11,481 --> 01:25:14,566 Thank you for giving me the best Christmas I've ever had. 1473 01:25:14,567 --> 01:25:18,113 Well, I have a lifetime of Christmases planned for you. 1474 01:25:18,947 --> 01:25:20,698 Whether it's here or the ranch, 1475 01:25:21,366 --> 01:25:23,827 we're going to make every one of 'em special. 1476 01:25:24,953 --> 01:25:26,079 As long as we're together. 1477 01:25:29,707 --> 01:25:31,459 Merry Christmas, Noal.