RIP-FIXES-SYNC by VaVooM
Follow Me to Daisy Hills
- Hey there, Bob. - Hey, mornin', Jo.
How you doin'? Are you okay? I saw a little trip there.
Yeah, the sidewalk just keeps getting worse.
Yeah, well, you know that old tree is just gonna
keep making things worse and worse.
When are you gonna chop it down?
I know! I know! It's on my to-do list.
- It's just at the bottom of it. - Understood, understood.
Hey, you got one of those newspapers for me?
Yeah, here you go.
Make sure you check out page two.
That little sister of yours, she sure can write.
Yeah, well, we know where the talent landed
in the Mason family.
I don't know about all that.
It's not easy running the cultural events center
of Daisy Hills the way you do.
- Well, have a nice day. - You make it a great day.
- See you tonight. - Take care.
Anybody home?
Hey! Over here, Carol.
- Guess what? - It came in?
It wasn't easy, I was able
to round some up from a wholesaler.
- What did it come out to? - Almost double the last.
It's getting harder to find.
Well, I really need it. But double?
Well, they keep raising the prices on us.
You know what, just take it for now
and we can work it out once you sell your plants.
- Are you sure? - Dad and I will figure it out.
- Thank you, Jo. - Yeah.
That means so much.
You know, it's like my mom always said,
"you can always find what you need
at the Daisy Hills store."
- All right, you got this. - Okay, kid. One more.
- Hey, Sof. - Yeah, come on.
- Yeah, hi, Sofi. - Hi, Carol.
Yeah, I got it. No, you go ahead.
- I have it. - Okay. Good. Okay.
- Thanks, have a good day. - Okay.
Sunglasses.
- What is this? - What? They published it? Wait.
"Nothing monumental can be accomplished alone.
It's with the full support of the community
that the next generation will flourish,
and with the love of our families, both blood and chosen,
that we can truly succeed."
My baby sister, a published author!
I am so proud of you.
You know what, the valedictorian writes an article every year.
- And it's just the local paper. - Hey, it is a start, Sof.
And you're so talented.
There they are.
You know what, by the way, you're my sister,
you kinda have to think I'm amazing, by law.
Sof, wait!
This came for you this morning.
What's that?
I can explain this.
Doesn't Iowa university have the best writing program
in the country?
Looks like I'm not the only one who thinks you're amazing.
Well, go on, open it!
Though usually a big envelope means...
Oh, my god! Jo, I got in!
I... I ju...
It's just because I didn't think I'd get in,
'cause I applied just for fun, and so that's just...
Yeah. That does sound like fun.
Does dad know that you applied?
No. I didn't want to upset him.
Remember how mad you got when Blake left?
Hey, hey, that... That was completely different.
This is dad, and Blake was not my sister.
Okay, I just want what's best for you.
But what is it that you want?
It's nice to know I got into Iowa,
but I also heard back from Hopewell university
and I remember you saying how great it was.
- I loved it there. - I know. And it's closer.
I can stay with you and dad
and, it'll be a lot easier for everyone.
Okay, well, just think about it.
Yeah. Okay.
I gotta go.
Can I look through those?
You know, live vicariously through you?
Yeah, just don't let dad see it.
- No need to worry him. - Okay.
Hey, and don't forget,
your party is 7 p.m. sharp tonight!
Okay? Make sure you're ready!
She'll be fine. You worry too much.
- You are up early. - Yeah.
I had to take care of a few things.
Okay, well, same goes for you, dad.
Do not be late to your daughter's party.
And when you're done with that, you wanna come in here
and help me for a minute?
- I'm almost done. - Okay.
Sorry about that, Blake.
Hey, no worries, Mr. Mason. So what were you saying?
Well, we could use a whole new plan
to, you know, catch up with the times.
I might only have a few days,
but would it help if I come out there?
- You'd do that for us? - Yeah, of course.
You were always there for me as a kid,
you're like my second family.
- How are your folks, by the way? - They're doing great.
I'm definitely jealous of all the sun they're getting
in Florida, though.
Yeah, I bet.
So, about the store, how bad is it?
The truth is, we may need to shut down.
Okay, well, let's make sure that doesn't happen, then.
I'll hop on the next flight out of JFK.
Well, that's wonderful. That's wonderful.
And listen, if you get here by tonight, come by the store.
We're havin' a little birthday party for Sofi.
Okay. I'll see you then.
- All right, take care. - Bye.
- Blake Harris here. - Mr. Harris.
We just got your email and wanted to confirm
you made the next round of interviews.
That's great news, thank you.
I'm actually gonna be out of town
for the next couple of days, though.
Well, we can always do the interview by phone.
- Perfect. I'll talk to you then. - Thank you.
- Thank you. Bye. - Bye.
Sorry about that.
- This for Carol? - Yeah.
Well, she'll be back in a bit.
You know, Henry came looking for you earlier,
but you were already gone. What were you doing anyway?
Just a last-minute thing for tonight.
Okay, I don't know what that means,
but it better not involve any extra cheese.
You know, I was thinking about canceling the ribs
for the party after your last lab results.
And here I thought that children were supposed
to honor and respect their parents.
Just make sure you eat something green at the party.
You know, I still can't believe
that Sofi is almost finished high school.
I can hardly believe you've already graduated high school.
Where does the time go?
Yeah, well, if it was up to me,
I'd keep it from going so fast, that's for sure.
What's this?
Don't you mind about that. It's not for you.
But these are.
"Lights, electricity, suppliers."
I'm stocking up on a few things that people can't get online,
maybe that'll get people in here.
Yeah, I've been seeing those delivery trucks around town
more and more. People clickin' instead of comin' in here.
Should we get a website, Jo?
You know, catch up with the times?
I mean, there's nothing wrong with change.
Well, maybe.
But, does that mean that you're changing your attitude
about those ribs?
- I'm serious, Jo. - I know, dad.
Isn't the point of the store to have a place
where people can just walk in?
If we have a website, why even bother?
We'll figure somethin' out.
Hello!
- Okay! We have a customer. - Our customers usually pay.
Let me give you a hand there, Carol.
- Oh, Duke. - Help you with that.
I wasn't expecting to see you here. What a pleasant surprise.
It's nice to see you too, Carol.
How's that fertilizer treating you?
It's a lifesaver.
Ever since the distributor discontinued it,
you finding it at that wholesaler
has really kept me afloat.
- I can't thank you enough. - Well, we're happy to help.
I don't know what I would do without this place.
Okay, come on, you two, let's get the rest of this
out to Carol's car.
I'm really excited about tonight, by the way.
Will Bob be here?
Not if Jo has anything to say about it.
- What's a party without ribs? - Okay, okay, you guys, I get it.
I'm assuming everyone's ready so we can go
and get to the party on time?
Five more minutes!
Hey, Jo, there's something that I've been meaning...
Dad, can you go ahead and bring this to the party?
Because I have a feeling we're gonna be a bit longer than that.
Sure.
Well, take care, I'll make sure everything is under control.
Guests will be fed and entertained.
Wait, dad!
You girls always manage to be late for your own parties.
You know, your mother was late for our wedding.
You're becoming more and more like her every day.
You know, dad, there are some mornings
when I'm opening up the store, and I know this sounds crazy,
but I feel like she's there with me.
That's not one bit crazy, Jo.
She put everything she was into that place.
I better get to those ribs before they're all gone.
- Hey! - Just five more minutes!
You said that five minutes ago!
What were you and dad talking about?
About me growing up, you growing up, stuff...
Okay, which one? What do you think?
I would've liked you to have chosen an hour ago.
Come on, which one?
- The one on the right. - Okay.
Hey, and please hurry!
What the...
Okay, ready.
- What do you think? - Would you look at that?
Dad was right. You look just like mom.
Do not make me cry tonight.
- All right, let's go. - Okay.
- Do you think it's gonna rain? - Nah.
You said it wouldn't rain!
I know! Hey, hey, hey, hey, hold on!
What?
I just, I want you to know
that I'll support you no matter what you choose in life.
And so will dad.
Thanks, Jo.
So, you know, I'm officially late because of you, right?
Okay, go on.
- Oh, my... thanks, Jo. - Have fun.
- Hey, Shawn! - Hi.
Mrs. Hays, you made it! Thank you for coming.
- Hey, dad! Hey, Carol! Hi, Bob! - You're here.
- Did Sofi like what we've done? - She loves it.
Thank you so much for setting it up.
It's my pleasure.
And don't you look lovely tonight.
You do, too.
Well, you do, too. You do, too, Carol.
- Thank you. - Yes, thank you for helping.
It's very helpful. Listen, Jo, I...
One delicious pulled-rib sandwich just for you.
- Thank you, Bob. - Thank you.
Nice to get together with the community and see everyone.
I don't remember the last time I went out just to have fun.
Well, as long as the store is around,
this town will have a place for things like this.
What's up, dad?
Excuse us for a second.
- What's goin' on? - Okay, listen.
I didn't know how to bring it up.
- And I didn't wanna upset you. - What is it?
So a special guest is coming tonight.
- A special guest? - Blake?
Oh, my... Oh, my goodness! Blake!
- Hey! - Blake! Jo, it's Blake!
When did you get here?
- Right now. - Come with me.
Are you just staying for the party or are you moving back?
Please tell me you're moving back.
It's nice to see you, Blake. How unexpected.
Good to see you, too, Jo.
But first, I got this for you.
Happy birthday, Sof.
Wait...
How did you know that I needed a new laptop case?
- I don't know... - This is exactly what I needed.
- Good. - Thank you, Blake.
Do you mind if I go show my friends?
- Go for it. - Okay.
So, you two, what's happening here?
Wait, does she not know that...
Know what?
Well, there's a, there's a short answer and a long answer.
- Your choice. - Okay, well...
Why Blake is in town is, is the long answer,
which I think is best we discuss after you have a beverage.
Which... I can help with that. Let me help with that.
Right.
Why Blake is here tonight is easier.
He was such a big part of Sofi's life growing up,
I thought since he was already in town,
he should be here for her.
Trust me that I will fill you in later, okay?
You two go on and catch up, go on.
So, hello.
Hi.
This is insane.
- Yes. - So, how you been?
Let's see, I still live in Brooklyn,
I own my own consulting company
and I've been back for five minutes
and it feels like I never left. You?
I never left.
It's treating you well.
So...
How badly do you want
one of Bob's ribbed sandwiches?
- Pretty bad. Yeah. - Right?
- Shall we? Okay. - Yes, please.
No, no, no, that is not true.
It is true, you ran out of that graduation party
and I had to chase you all the way out to that field.
Are you kidding me? I remember chasing you!
- No. Not a chance. - Yes.
Hey, Blake, I just wanted to thank you again
for this. I love it.
I'm sure it'll come in handy.
So I can't believe that you're here.
Can you tell me, like, about living in the city?
Well, I live in Brooklyn, so
that's technically not the city, but...
But, like, Brooklyn's more chic, right?
I suppose so, but I still love these barbecues here,
and those ribs, but there's a lot of delicious food there too
like Asian fusion barbecue.
And there's this great place in Astoria I can recommend.
Can you?
Can you recommend a place in Astoria?
Is it so loud that you can't sleep?
- Sometimes. - Okay, so is it true...
Hey, Sof, that's enough questions for right now.
One more. Is it true the place is never closed?
Like, stores and stuff.
They do close, but super, super, super late.
- Like 4 A.M. sometimes. Yeah. - That is so cool.
Okay, wait, add me as a friend, that way I can
just see all your adventures and everything.
- Is it that one? Yeah, okay. - That's me.
- There we go. - Nice.
How about you, Jo? You want to send me a friend request?
She doesn't do social media.
I made her an account and everything
and she doesn't even use it.
Don't I know it?
What does that mean?
Just, I sent you a friend request a while ago
and you never responded to it, that's all.
Well, I just think friends are people you talk to in real life.
There we go, here. We are friends. Thank you.
Friends. Nice.
See?
She's awesome.
I can tell she's gonna love living in the city.
Well, we're not sure where she's gonna go just yet.
What, she's not gonna go to school?
Oh, she is, we just don't know where.
- She has to go to the city. - Has to?
Well, yeah, I mean, that's where she belongs.
Come on, you've been here, what, four minutes,
and you already know where Sofi belongs?
I can tell and you can tell.
Are you telling me what I should think?
No, I'm just trying to explain that...
Yes, yes, please explain to me what I should think.
There are some people that like small towns
and some people that need to get out.
Well, let me explain to you...
Jo, help, it's dad!
- Breathe, dad! - Breathe, breathe.
Jo, please hurry! Dad!
Dad! Hey, hey, what's going on?
- Oh, what's... - Blake, call an ambulance.
- Jo, what's happening? - Dad, dad.
It's okay, we're here. We're here.
What's happening? What's happening?
Hey.
Hey, it's okay.
He's doing better.
It was just a scare, really.
We just need to make sure that he's taking better care
of himself from now on, okay?
- Is he still awake? - I think so.
- I'm gonna go see him. - Okay.
- You okay? - Yeah.
Thanks for, staying with Sofi.
How's he really doing?
Well, he just needs to avoid some stress,
stay away from work.
Other than that, he should be okay.
Listen, Jo, you're gonna have to change a few things around here.
That's the real reason I came.
You know what, Blake, the truth is
is that I'm not crazy about you being here.
I didn't mean to...
I appreciate you staying with Sofi,
but I think it's time for you to go now.
Okay.
I'm gonna be taking in the old sights tomorrow,
if you wanna talk or anything.
- Hey, dad. - Hey.
Brought you a snack.
Guess I better get used to this being called a snack
from now on, huh?
- Sofi go to bed? - Yeah.
In case you haven't noticed, it's been a long night.
I ran across this downstairs.
That's... It's nothing. That's nothing.
Look, Jo, it's just somethin' I was readin' about.
I know what the store means to you,
to me and Sofi, to the whole community.
I have to do something to keep it open.
It's not the right time to retire.
In a few weeks from now, dad,
when all the bulk of the bills are due,
were you planning on paying them with your savings?
We had a, a real scare today.
When I got home, I realized I should help out as much as I can
while I still can.
I'm working on some stuff, dad, okay?
I've got the new line
and I'm working with the suppliers.
And the savings are for you, okay?
You can't sacrifice that.
That's what family does, they sacrifice when they have to.
That's why Blake is here, isn't it?
I'm sorry I didn't tell you beforehand,
I didn't know how to.
Look, he saves businesses for a living, Jo.
I figured we could use his help.
We don't need him, dad. We can figure it out on our own.
Jo, when your mom got the smart idea to open up a store,
I thought she was nuts.
But she wanted to plant roots in the community.
She wanted to connect with people, to help them out.
I have to try everything to save that store.
It's what she would want. And if Blake can help us...
He only thinks about himself, dad.
I mean, when was the last time you even saw him?
- At your mom's funeral. - What?
I know you think he didn't show up, but he did.
I don't know why he didn't talk to you,
I'm sure he has his reasons, but he was there.
He cared enough to come.
He cares about us, Jo. Let him help.
You were listening?
You can't do this on your own, Jo.
I'm not doing it on my own. Dad...
He won't be able to work for a while.
You're gonna need help, so I've been thinking
what if I defer going to Hopewell U for a little while?
Well, what about Iowa?
I told you, I applied just for fun.
Hey, you don't need to make a decision just yet.
It's what family does. They make sacrifices.
I thought I'd find you here.
I'm sorry about yesterday. I shouldn't have snapped.
It was all just too much, seeing you, dad's scare,
Sofi growing up so fast...
Remember the last time we were here?
It was the morning of graduation.
- Yeah. - And I ran away.
Everyone was so busy, and when I turned around,
you were just gone.
But I knew this is where you'd be.
I was just so worried that it was my last chance to...
I don't know.
Duke asked me to come, Jo.
He told me.
Why didn't you tell me that you came to my mom's funeral?
I meant to, but when I saw you,
you were being so strong for your dad and Sofi.
I hadn't talked to you in years.
I really didn't think you needed anything else going on.
I have to be upfront with you, Jo.
I might be leaving in a few days.
I'm waiting to hear back on this job, and if I get it,
I'm going back to New York.
Sounds nice.
Yeah.
Maybe.
I don't know, something's been missing for a while now
and I've tried so many things to sort it out,
but nothing works.
I honestly think helping out with the store
will be really good for me.
Well, I'm glad to know it'll be good for one of us.
Okay.
Okay, fine. You can help out with the store.
But there's gonna be some rules.
You're in charge.
I do what you say and you have the final word.
Well, I'm glad you're aware of the rules.
Now, I know how you feel about change, but...
You're already starting with a but?
You just have to keep an open mind.
- Okay. - Okay.
All right, well, I will see you tomorrow morning at the store.
Good.
I'm glad you came.
It's nice to know that you care.
Tomorrow morning, 7 A.M. sharp.
7:02 and all bets are off.
We are absolutely not doing that.
Jo, we've been back and forth on this for hours.
I told you it was gonna be drastic.
Drastic I can handle.
You wanna restructure the traffic? Fine.
You wanna change the toner suppliers? Not a problem.
But we are not redesigning the structure of the building.
That's not what I said. I said
replace the windows, that's all.
The windows are fine the way they are.
Look at these. These things are old.
- They are beautiful. - But they're old.
They're leaking like crazy.
You're wasting so much money
because it's an outdated building.
If you replace them with more modern things...
- Cold. Eyesores. - Efficient.
Look, I've already explained this.
Income's important, but it's fluid.
Expenditures are something you can control.
I know, I get it.
Then why are you fighting me on this?
Because some things just can't be changed.
Look, Jo, you're gonna have to try to come out
of your comfort zone for this one 'cause it's much better
to change something now that you might like
than having to change something in the future
that you're definitely gonna hate.
Let this one go.
Okay, fine.
How about we take the candy from the front of the store...
- No, can't do it. - Oh, oh, come on! Why not?
You only make money on low-cost items
if you sell a lot of them.
You have to keep them near the register to take advantage
of the customers' impulse tendencies.
Trust me, that is not a good idea.
And have you listened to yourself?
Taking advantage of the customers.
You know that's not what I'm saying.
You're not listening. Okay...
Whatever book you got that from,
that's not how things work in the real world.
You are the most stubborn...
I'll just add that to your tab.
- Was that Mrs. Hays? - Yup.
She looks good for her age.
She does.
She comes in here every day.
She opens that door,
she grabs her favorite candy and leaves.
That is the highlight of her day.
It's possible some of the theories need to be
adjusted to this town.
Yes.
And we are not some online conglomerate
whose bottom line are shareholders.
She is our bottom line,
and so is Carol who sometimes has trouble
finding her plant feed,
or Henry who uses a special fishing tack
that he can only find here.
Is it silly to hold some of these things in stock?
Of course it is.
But who else will take care of this community?
Who else will have just what they need?
If we take away all that, what will we be left with?
A profit. Look, Jo, wait, you're not wrong.
Is that how they say someone is right in Brooklyn?
No, because I'm not wrong either.
Maybe you can squeak by for the next couple of months
by doing what you're doing,
but you're gonna have to make a compromise
if you wanna move past this.
You know what, we'll think better on a full stomach.
I'm in.
Coat.
- Think fast. - Thank you.
- And you're buying. - I'll consider it.
We can rock, paper, scissors for it.
Nah.
"Business restructure consultant."
Did you just wake up one day and decide to do that full-time?
Sorta, yeah.
After I graduated business school,
I got this sweet corporate job in the city,
but I guess it never felt right.
I wanted to help people, so I went out on my own.
And it's been great, but...
But something's missing?
Yeah, I mean, I guess.
I, like, I love my job, and I love my work,
just sometimes it feels like...
- Is that your... - Dad!
What the heck?
Dad! What are you doing?
You're not supposed to be eating this stuff.
I'm just here for the company.
And the smell.
Okay, good then.
Sorry, I thought that...
I know, I'm taking care of my health.
- Okay. - Why are you here?
Blake here needs some real food.
- Right? - Yeah.
Really, I'm gonna go stand in line.
Okay.
How's it going at the store?
It's good, you know, we're getting there.
You just need to rest, dad.
- Goin' okay with Blake? - Yeah.
He's trying. It's nice.
It kinda feels like before he left, you know?
Okay, then we should head back.
I'm feeling tired.
What?
You almost done, Sof?
Just like, one more minute, okay?
I just wanna finish my chips.
I'll go start the car.
Okay.
Hey, we still need to talk about Iowa university, Sof.
Oh, is that where you're going?
It has one of the best writers' workshop in the country.
You know what, I'm just focusing on helping dad right now.
- I can think about school later. - Yeah.
She's not certain where she's gonna go yet.
Hey, Sofi! You comin'?
Yeah, I'm gonna...
- I'm gonna go. - Okay.
- I'll see you later. - See you later.
What was that about?
I'll fill you in over these delicious sandwiches.
- Yes. - Thanks, Bob.
You've done it aga... what?
And then the sprinklers went off
and then the tests got all wet,
and it took a week to retake them.
And then principal Herman was like,
"what do you have to say for yourself, Blake?"
And you're like, "I love it when a plan comes together."
Hey, we had a lot of good times in high school.
Yeah, we did.
Hey, do you ever wonder...
Never mind, that's...
Wonder what?
Nothing.
Do you ever wonder?
Yeah. All the time.
I constantly think what life would be like
if you got on that train.
Why didn't you tell me you weren't gonna come?
I...
I tried.
But, you know...
Yeah.
I'm sorry I didn't call you about your mom.
I wanted to when I heard about her illness, but...
I don't know. I didn't think you wanted to hear from me.
It would have been nice to hear from you.
The first year was the hardest.
And the few years after that weren't any better.
So I moved in with my dad and Sofi
just to make sure that they were okay.
And I've just been there ever since
taking care of the store, taking care of both of them.
You did a great job stepping in for mom.
You know...
My mom designed everything about that store.
If we change everything,
what will be left of her?
Is there anything you don't like about the store?
The sign.
Why?
You know, I never liked that sign.
Me neither.
All right, we'll do what you said.
What's that?
Compromise.
- Deal. - Deal.
I don't think I'm doing this right.
No, it's great, once that dries, we'll paint over it
and it will be perfect.
You know, I love this compromise
because you get to keep your amazing windows
and stop hemorrhaging costs.
Does that mean we make a good team?
Yes, but you might wanna keep that in mind
for this next part. But it's good, I promise.
Now, we've maximized our usage of the shelves,
but now you have this empty corner in there
and we need to figure out how to leverage that.
- Hello! - Carol, over here.
Hi.
Oh good, you're sprucing up the color.
What was wrong with the other color?
It was bland.
Is that the color you're going with?
Yeah.
- Is Duke here? - No. He's at home resting.
I'll make sure to send him your best.
I'll just leave the money on the...
Yeah. Okay.
Bye, Carol.
That's a great color and it matches everything.
I swear, everyone in this town has an opinion.
- Wait, what did you just say? - It matches everything.
No, no, about Carol having an opinion. I'm...
What if, I mean,
everyone has an opinion of the store?
What if we pick their brains and ask them
what they think can make the store better for them?
A focus group. That's a great idea.
We should be gathering data on what they think.
- So... - Who you calling?
Well, we should start calling people right now.
- We can't waste time. - Wait, let me get this straight.
You are gonna call some people in town right now
during the day to save time.
Yes.
Yeah, I don't think you understand, I...
Okay, Jo, I went to business school in New York City.
And I know you think we're just stuffed-up suits,
but we just might know more than you think.
And maybe we know a little bit more than you.
Well, okay, New York, sounds like you're right.
You better get calling. You know what? I'm gonna help you out.
- Sure. Please do. - Here is Mrs. Hays' number.
She'll be your best bet to get a quick conversation.
- Great. - There you go.
And I'm gonna use some of the marketing tools
that I learned in school.
There you go.
Hey, Ms. Hays, it's Blake Harris from Daisy Hills.
I was won...
I, yeah, Waylon's son. Yeah, I was wondering if...
Brooklyn.
Yes, I... no, I got the braces off a long time ago.
I was won...
No, they don't call me that anymore.
Yeah. Thank you, Ms. Hays.
Okay, yup, yes. Okay then.
Okay. Bye.
So how is Mrs. Hays doing?
She's good, she's got a new apple-pie recipe
that's really working out.
That only took about, two hours.
How many people do you think we need in our focus group?
Please never make me do that again.
Quick calls to people we haven't spoken to in a while
isn't really something we do around here, Blake.
That's what I was trying to tell you
and your big New York City education.
I deserve that. I do.
But I still think the focus group's a good idea.
Is there any way we can, like, text everyone or something?
I don't know.
Do you really think asking people questions
will help you figure out how to move forward?
- I know it will. - Okay.
Then tomorrow we will do what we should have done today.
Hey there, Bob.
You know the roots of that tree are tearing up the sidewalk.
- Right? - Yes, they are.
Has anyone ever asked you to cut down that tree?
Yeah, they have.
And let me guess,
you said that that's not really an option
because your mother loved that tree.
Nah. I like to keep that part to myself.
- Okay. - You ready?
- Can't wait. - Yeah.
So are you sure what we need to do?
Yeah, well, it was my idea
to talk to people in person, right?
Yeah, yeah.
I just wanna make sure we get the answers we want.
Is your girlfriend okay with you being such a micro-manager?
Are you trying to find out if I have a girlfriend?
No, I'm just, just making small talk.
Oh. Well, I bet your boyfriend hates small talk. Oh, wait.
That's right, don't think you have a boyfriend.
I might have a boyfriend, you don't know that.
I talked to Ms. Hays forever on the phone yesterday,
so there's nothing about this town I don't know.
You didn't answer my question.
Well, if I did have a girlfriend,
which I don't, she would love that I'm detail oriented.
Detail oriented.
Yeah, that's right.
So people around town are really gonna be okay
with taking time out of their busy day to talk to us
face-to-face?
Yeah, Blake, I may have left out
a very important part.
We're doing chores, aren't we?
You said you wanted a face-to-face with people,
right?
Yeah. No, this, this is brilliant.
The more we help them, the more they help us.
Hey, guys.
Hey, Henry, hope we're not too late.
- Right on time. Come on. - Okay.
You know, Henry, you're always whittling away.
Do you have any finished pieces I could see?
Actually...
Yeah.
This is amazing!
- You like it? - Are you kidding?
Look at your workmanship.
Henry, you're an artist!
- That's just something... - Hey, Blake.
- Come over here and see this! - Come on...
One sec, let me finish this.
Guess you can take a man out of the country,
but not the other way around.
Yeah.
- What's up? - Look at this.
- What's this? - Henry's hobby.
- Really? - Yeah.
You know, if you like that, you should see the barn.
Yeah.
Henry, this...
Whoa!
This is incredible. You made all of these?
Well, I gotta do something with my off time.
- You ever heard of the internet? - I'm a multi-tasker.
Hey, thank you so much for talking with us.
Well, you don't have to go so soon.
I had a whole bunch of other chores I'd rather Blake do.
Next time.
Yeah, we're... We gotta meet Carol.
Yeah.
Sure is good to see you two back together.
You should come back again.
- I... - We're not...
- There she is. - Yup.
Hello!
- Hey, Carol! Sorry we're late. - Hi.
- Hey! - Oh, no.
Good to see you.
Yeah, it does that sometimes.
Well, what do you think?
I think you should come over and help me garden more often.
I'm wearing this correctly, right?
You fit right in.
Great job, Blake. You really do have two green thumbs.
Well, you'd be surprised how much gardening
there is in Brooklyn.
And beekeeping and there's yoga.
Bees? In the city?
Don't they have enough trouble down there?
These are just gorgeous, Carol, some of
the most beautiful flowers I've ever seen.
How'd you do it?
Well, you know, Blake, it's like
everything else in life.
The more you put into something
the greater the results.
But it really helps when you have
people around you can rely on, like Jo here.
You made a good move coming back for her.
I'm glad to see the two of you getting back together.
Now would anyone like some tea?
- No... - I've got some in the house.
No, no, we're not...
No, I've got plenty of tea.
How's Duke doing? Does he need a little visit?
Does Ms. Hays know we're coming?
Yeah, she just wants us to go through a couple of records.
Nice.
Okay, so don't go downstairs
because Mrs. Hays said that she didn't finish telling you
the whole story about her cousin
when you guys were on the phone yesterday.
Well, at least she doesn't think we're dating again.
She absolutely thinks that we're dating again.
In fact, she said that I should come up here
to have some time alone with you
while you organize her records.
Well, you'll really be shocked because she's got everything.
This collection's huge.
Jazz, big band, classic rock, disco...
Kids pop.
Are you kidding me?
I love this record!
Yeah.
- No, no, no. - Yes.
That is, that is way, way, way too much.
Well, remember they played this at our prom?
- I do remember that prom. - That was so awesome.
Can you still do the thing?
- Which thing? - You know the thing.
- You can do it. - Oh, the thing. Okay.
This love we share is so amazing
Should we...
- Yeah! - Yeah, I...
I think that we're done for today.
Yeah. Yeah...
I'll keep organizing and put those over there
and, you go on and...
Boy, sitting in front of a computer
does not make you feel like this.
You just need a good night's sleep.
Well, I'm not tired. Well, I am tired.
I'm fulfilled.
When I first moved to Brooklyn there is nothing that I thought
I'd miss about small-town living.
Calloused hands, working out in the rain,
and the smell of fresh fertilizer on the ground.
Just, what you take for granted
is the things you end up missing the most.
Fresh fertilizer, that's what you missed the most?
Not as much as other things.
Well, this is a great day, Blake.
- I will see you tomorrow. - Yeah. Yeah.
- Okay. Bye. - Bye.
Hey, I have a thing tomorrow morning.
- So tomorrow afternoon. - Okay. Bye.
Bye.
Blake Harris.
Hi, Mr. Harris.
It's 5 Burroughs consulting.
We're just confirming tomorrow's final interview.
We look forward to it. Thanks.
Great.
Hey.
Hey!
- Where's dad? - He went to bed.
I just wanted to finish working on this piece.
- What are you doing? - I'm not really sure yet.
- It's about our town. - Yeah?
- Can I read it? - When it's done.
How was today? You seem smiley.
I'm not smiley.
- Is that the bag Blake gave you? - Yeah.
- It is super nice. - Yeah, I love it.
It's like he knew exactly what I needed.
Yeah, he does that. Hey, what's this?
It's my rejection letter to Iowa.
Your rejection letter to Iowa? I...
I thought you were gonna think about it.
I did think about it.
And I can't just up and leave you.
You didn't leave mom.
Sofi, I didn't stay here for mom or dad.
I stayed here for me.
Some people have to leave their hometowns
and some people don't.
You have to do what's best for you.
Okay.
Hey.
You hungry?
- Yeah. - I am starving.
Okay. Let's go.
So I just turned on the record player
and it was that song that played at our prom.
So I just, you know, I started showin' him my moves.
That's so cute. I can't believe you guys just started dancing.
It was, it was really nice.
- All right, ladies. - Hey. Hi.
- Okay. - Here you go.
These are the last of them.
You guys came right on time.
Thank you.
- Looks delicious. Hey, what's up? - So I've been thinking.
Would you like to join our Daisy Hills focus group?
Would I?
- Good. - Yeah.
Great. Can I ask you a few questions?
Absolutely.
It's the lack of space that really kills me, you know?
It must be tough trying to find a new location every day.
Well, you know, sometimes I luck out
trying to get a permit.
Other times, not so lucky. So gotta wait it out.
Right? But it's all good, you know?
Why go through all the trouble?
Because I love feeding people, Jo. I love it.
What else am I gonna do?
What I wouldn't give
for a permanent location, you know?
I would make any spot work and work that spot.
Whoa, whoa, wait. Wait!
Sorry, Sof. Get up.
Yeah!
Wait, wait, wait, close your eyes, close your eyes.
- Okay. - Okay.
Put that down right there.
What's going on?
So last night,
Sofi and I were starving
after you dropped me off
and so we decided to grab a bite at Bob's.
He was still open.
Yeah, he works late
just in case he doesn't know where
or if he has a spot the next day.
You know, you guys should consider joining forces
because that could benefit everyone.
- That is a good idea. - Ta-da!
Good thing I thought of it first.
- You're a genius! - Wait, what was that?
Could-could you say that louder for everyone to hear?
- She's a genius. - Yes, yes, yes.
And Bob is gonna use his truck as the kitchen,
and I was thinking he could stock some things
just back here
and we can maybe put some tables and chairs back there.
That way everyone will know where Bob is all the time.
- It's a win for everyone. - Win-win-win.
I love it. This is amazing.
- Was he surprised? - Yes, of course.
Okay, we gotta post this. Come here.
- Oh, yes. - Hey, you gotta get in here too.
- What? - Come on.
- Okay, ready?
Come to Bob's ribs at the Daisy Hills store.
Come and get your grub on.
Here we go.
Hey, make sure you tag me so I can repost it, okay?
- Okay. What should we do? - All right.
Hashtag country life, hashtag Bob's...
- Ribstand? - Ribstand, there we go.
You sure you two don't wanna enjoy this in real life?
You're just gonna have to get used to it
'cause we're gonna have an account out real soon.
- That's actually a great idea. - Oh, really?
- Yeah. - Why don't we go all virtual?
Like, who needs walls and human interaction?
Hey, Bob, do you think we can have one of your sandwiches
through social media? Is that possible?
- Working on it. - Good call.
Hey, we're gonna get there.
- Are we? - Baby steps.
Hashtag virtual reality,
hashtag Bob's burgers on social media?
Place looks great, Jo.
Hey, is this Bob's new place for the week?
No, sir.
This is Bob's permanent spot.
- Right here. - Yup.
Well, that will make things easier.
That's the point. Make sure that you share the news.
That's old-school for social media.
So, what's going on? Can I get you anything?
Actually I've got something for you.
For both of you.
I wanted you to have this for helping out yesterday.
- It's beautiful. - Oh, thank you.
- We can't take this. - Of course you can.
You know, I love making those,
but the real pleasure
is in sharing them.
Why didn't we think of this?
We could sell the woodwork here.
Yes!
- Sell my woodwork? I... - Yeah.
Your beautiful woodwork.
I don't know. Who'd even wanna buy these things?
I'd definitely buy something like this.
Well, she's just being polite.
- It's... - No. Wait.
This is actually really, really nice.
Yeah, I'm gonna go show Bob.
Yeah, we all like it.
You said it yourself,
you love sharing this with everyone.
Give everyone a chance to get one for themselves.
- How would that even... - How about this?
Whatever we sell, you take 60, you take 40?
- As long as that's fair. - Yup.
Fair would be 50-50.
Okay, Henry. You got yourself a partner.
Thank you.
This is...
There's a lot of talented people here.
I know.
Can we put Mrs. Hays' records just over there?
Hey, are you okay if I move this up against...
- Of course. Yeah. - Okay? Great.
You were you expecting me to put up a fight or something?
Hey, you are handling this remarkably well.
Well, two weeks ago, Jo would have been freaking out,
but today Jo is...
What about those? Do you mind if I get...
Whatever you need, Carol.
I'm super proud of you. You're doing great.
Well, I think that there are those who love what they know
and those who know what they love.
And if you're lucky enough to figure out which one you are,
you can do something about it.
You know, it's not about changing the store.
It's about finding the root of the store.
Well, the hardest part is over.
Moving forward, it's gonna be nice...
- How about the display? - Yes, Carol.
- Yeah. - Yeah.
I think it'll be smooth sailing from here.
Oops.
- I'm gonna go help Carol. - Yeah. That's a good idea.
It'll be great once the display case is set up.
But what exactly are designer cupcakes?
They're different colors and they have stuff on top.
- She makes them herself. - So they're cupcakes?
No, dad. They're not just cupcakes.
- They are cupcakes. - No, they're not.
Hey, did you know we're selling designer cupcakes now?
It's an all new store here now, dad.
Yeah.
You've done something really special here, Jo.
Your mom would be so proud of you.
You're gonna make me cry.
Well, I'm still gonna say it.
I couldn't be more proud.
Thank you.
There's just one more change.
You did this?
Well, Henry asked if we might need
any new signage for the store
and I swear someone said we did.
Yup. That was me.
It's, it's perfect.
I love it.
What is this?
Well, I talked to some guys and it turns out
you don't have to cut down the tree.
You just build the sidewalk around it.
It just, it might take a little bit.
What?
When did you do this?
I told you I was busy yesterday.
Do you like it?
It's wonderful.
Care for a swing?
You did an amazing job, Jo.
We did, Blake.
Listen, I know that I was hesitant at first,
but you've really helped us out.
So thank you.
You're welcome.
What?
Why didn't you ask me to stay?
"If you love something, let it go."
I had to let you go, Blake.
I always knew that I wanted to stay in Daisy Hills.
And that was best for me, but it wasn't best for you.
I wish that we could have stayed together.
And I often think
what would've happened
if I would've followed you to NYU.
But I can't think
of what would have happened if I asked you to stay.
That would have led to a life of regret.
I spent a lot of time in New York
trying to figure out who I was or what I was doing.
And I think I'm still trying to figure that out.
But what I was looking for, it wasn't in New York.
And you're right.
I would've regretted staying here.
- I should go. - Hey.
And I should have done this a long time ago.
I'll see you tomorrow.
Goodnight.
You totally made out with Blake.
What? No! I...
Why? Did you see us?
Okay, wait. Wait, what?
No. I was kidding! You need to tell me everything right now.
Why are you still up?
I really wanna finish up the story.
Okay, wait, tell me please.
Okay, well...
I'll tell you in five years. Goodnight.
Wait, wait, wait. I actually have a question, please.
It's not about that. It's about the story.
I've been thinking...
Do we even have an advertising plan?
What do you mean?
Well, a lot of the community
is invested in the store now, right?
So how are we even gonna get people
from outside of the town to know about it?
That's why we're gonna have a meeting tomorrow morning.
- We are? - We are now.
- Goodnight. - Okay. Goodnight.
I don't see how that's old-fashioned.
I mean, a billboard was good enough for my daddy
and his daddy before him.
And you don't see how that's old-fashioned, dad?
Okay, I got two words for you. Viral marketing.
That's a great idea, but you can't force those things.
They have to be natural. I mean, how about we buy...
Okay, stop right there. We only have $500.
And now we have 475. What can we even get for that?
A big old sign on the 163.
Bring in folks off the main highway.
Well, can we even get a sign for less than $500?
Go talk to Brad.
The billboard guy. What the heck? Come on, Sof.
You guys, okay keeping an eye out on the store?
- We got it. You're welcome. - All right.
- I gotta take this. - Yeah.
- Blake Harris speaking. - Mr. Harris.
Great news, we'd like to offer you
the partnership at 5 Burroughs.
That is great news.
We'd like you to start tomorrow morning.
That soon?
Very excited to introduce you
to the board.
Great.
I'll give you a call later.
- Sounds good. Okay. - Okay?
- Thank you. - Buh-bye.
Everything all right there, son?
I got the job.
They want me in New York tomorrow morning.
Well, that seems like, an opportunity.
It is.
You ever get queasy making those big decisions though?
Yeah. Yeah, I have.
It just comes down to one or the other.
I mean, life is just one choice after another,
and you don't know how it's gonna turn out.
But as long as you're true to yourself,
you're making the right decision.
You're right.
I guess I gotta take care of business, then.
Hey, dad, have you seen my cell phone?
No, no. I haven't.
Is... Where did Blake go?
He got the job.
They want him to start tomorrow.
I'm so sorry, Jo.
There's no apology needed.
It's his dream job, after all.
I only wish he would've said goodbye.
Well, I'm sure he'll come to see you before he leaves.
Won't that just hurt more?
I don't get it. Why didn't we get the billboard?
What if this is all just overboard?
Maybe things were better for everyone
the way they were before.
For everyone or for you?
Do you want to go to Iowa, Sof?
I can go to Hopewell U.
It's a, it's a great school.
Yeah, but Iowa has
the best program for writing, right?
Yeah, but whatever, it's, it's fine.
Listen, Sof...
If you don't follow your heart,
one day you might wake up and wish you had.
And it might be too late.
You and dad are in my heart, too.
Dad and I want what's best for you.
We'll be fine.
It's late. Can we go home?
Yeah.
Why don't you go out there, I'll meet you?
Okay.
I'm gonna turn in, Sof.
I'm gonna stay up for a bit and finish my story.
You wanna tell me what it's about?
What you were saying before.
Life, choices, everything.
Well, I can't wait to read it.
Hey, where's Blake, by the way? I haven't seen him in a while.
He's gone back to New York.
Wait, without saying goodbye?
Goodnight, Sof.
More than three decades ago, my mother pursued a dream,
one she nurtured and cultivated.
With my father's help, she designed, built,
and for many years, ran the Daisy Hills store,
a general store that became the heart of my hometown,
a place where folks shopped, gathered and shared news.
As we grew, my older sister and I watched our mother
pour her love into the store and the community.
She taught us many lessons.
These I cherish the most,
family first, every neighbor is family,
and every member is responsible to the whole.
When someone needs helps, everyone pitches in.
When our mother became ill
and finally let go of this world,
all of Daisy Hills suffered.
Recently, as I prepare to embark on my own adulthood,
I watched my sister shake off her pain
and embrace change,
revitalizing the Daisy Hills store.
As the new store emerges, I hear my sister's words,
"some folks love what they know
and others know what they love."
If you give yourself permission and enough space,
you'll discover which one you are,
hopefully, in enough time to do something about it,
in time to begin your journey.
From me, I hope you'll swing by these parts
and visit the new Daisy Hills store.
Let us welcome you to our family's second home
because in Daisy Hills everyone's family.
Hi. This is Jo.
I'm calling in regards
to my sister, Sofi Mason.
Listen, Sofi is the best writer
that you have accepted into your program.
And she has rejected your acceptance
because of me
and because of my dad and because of this town.
And you have to accept her and...
Don't take my word for it.
In fact,
I am going to send
her amazing, incredible,
heart-wrenching story
to your page right now.
And you will see. Please, please, please read it.
We cannot let this girl fall through the cracks.
Not for me. Not for anyone.
And I know that when you read it, you will call me back.
Again, my name is Jo Mason.
My number is 555-3721.
Thank you.
Hi, this is Jo Mason.
I think I missed a call from...
Iowa university.
My goodness.
Yeah, that was me.
Look, I'm really sorry about the...
You did?
You do? Really?
Yes, I meant it.
Yeah, she's here somewhere.
Can I get her to call you back?
Yes. Today, for sure.
Okay, thank you so much. Okay, bye.
Jo, you shared my story?
Look, I had to.
- It was perfect. - No.
You don't understand what you just did!
No, you don't understand, Sofi.
I love you, and I am your sister.
And I think you can do no wrong, but that is not why I shared it.
Look, you are insanely talented.
And by the time I was done reading your story,
I was moved to tears, and I couldn't not share it.
You wanna go to Iowa. You have to go to Iowa.
- It's what's best for you. - Okay, Jo, stop, okay?
It wasn't even finished, it was a work in progress.
And now two million people have seen my draft!
Wait. Two million people?
You shared my story with the university of Iowa last night.
You didn't private-message them.
You posted it to their page
and it sort of went viral.
That means they liked it.
Yeah, 2.1 million people.
- To be exact. - Oh, my goodness.
Oh, my goodness. That explains the phone call.
- What phone call? - Well, tha...
Where have you been? I've been calling you all night.
What are you doing here?
Well, I had to come here
because you won't answer your phone.
Is it broken or...
No, I was just ignoring it.
I didn't know what to say to you.
What? Why?
Dad said that you were leaving.
He said what? Okay, that doesn't matter, I've t...
No, you know what, it doesn't matter.
The point is, I want you to know
that if you need to go to New York again,
then that's okay, I just...
I couldn't hear your voice, I'm sorry.
It just, it made me feel too sad.
Jo, I'm not going to New York.
What?
You made me understand that that's not what I want.
That's not what I'm missing.
That was easy.
I was never gonna take the job.
Well, not never, but you made me realize that...
I've already found my missing piece.
And it's not some new job, it's you.
And it's always been you.
When I told your dad that I had to take care of some stuff,
I think he misunderstood, I had to get my stuff shipped here.
I'm moving to Daisy Hills.
Well, as long as you'll have me.
Kiss her already! Come on!
Wait, I came here for a reason.
I have to show you guys something, and we gotta go now.
- What? - Yeah. Grab your coat.
- Grab your coat, let's go. - Okay, like, I...
- Come on. - Why are you...
- Let's go! We'll have more. - We just had a nice moment an...
Okay, so you shared Sofi's story last night?
- Yeah, we know. - You did a great job.
By the way, and a lot of other people think so, too.
Yeah, well, we had a...
- What the... - Are you?
What?
Do you see this, Sof?
What in the world is happening?
This is what I've been trying to tell you.
People have come from all over.
Everyone who read that story wants to see
Daisy Hills community, they want to be part of it.
- This is amazing. - Jo! Sofi! There you are!
Hey!
People will come here and buy what the community makes
as long as we keep making it.
That "we" part of the sentence sounds extra nice.
It's been like this all morning.
They just, they just keep comin'.
Heck, Carol sold enough this morning
to cover a month's worth of feed.
It's, it's incredible.
And your story brought them here.
It was, it was, it was wonderful, sweetheart.
I didn't, I didn't realize.
I mean, heck, everyone says they're a good writer.
But you, you're amazing.
That's the power of your word, Sof.
That's why you need to go to Iowa.
Wait a minute, Iowa university?
I'm sorry, dad, I applied just to see if I could get in,
and then I did. I'm not gonna go.
You should go.
Look around. I mean, you have the talent.
Just look at what your writing's already done.
You should go!
What about you? What about dad?
Who is gonna help you run this?
I think Blake and I have this under control.
We sure do.
Blake and I will take care of this place.
Dad will finally retire and you...
You will be able to do what's in your heart.
But I can't.
I already sent them a letter telling them I don't accept.
Well, I talked to them this morning
and they are eager to ignore the letter.
- And it's clear why. - You...
Yeah!
Do it, sweetheart.
I have to go tell my friends.
I'm going to Iowa!
Well, let's go sell everything we got.
You'll be done before dinner though, right?
I sure will, Carol.
Well, she asked if she could cook me up a healthy meal.
And, you know, I gotta keep watching what I eat.
Oh, yeah.
So, you really think you're gonna stay?
I think I decided that the moment I saw you
at Sofi's party.
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