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With this next breath, we're going to inhale the future.
And exhale the past.
Good.
The only limit to your realization of tomorrow
is your doubts of today.
Doubts of tomorrow and the next day and so on.
Whoop.
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So, I take it Darren didn't call.
Call?
The only connection that we've had is via text.
I mean if I can't even get a guy to commit to a phone call,
what's the point?
Well, based on your last article, there is none,
which doesn't really work for an inspirational column.
What are you talking about?
My article was fine.
Let's see, for your piece on chasing dreams, you wrote -
It's time to get your head out of the clouds.
Maybe.
And on true love, if someone finds it, let me know.
Okay, maybe my articles haven't been that inspired lately.
What's going on?
What happened to your go get ‘em,
seize the day spirit you had?
I mean the whole point of moving to the city was to get inspired.
Mm-hmm.
But lately it just feels like something's been missing.
Which is why I'm sending you back home.
How is that supposed to help?
Well, as your boss, your next assignment is an article
on the charm of small towns.
But as your friend, I think you need a timeout.
Okay, you sound like my mother.
Well, maybe she can help you sort this out,
because the yoga and the meditation aren't working.
And I'm sorry, Julie, if something doesn't give,
I'm gonna have to find a new writer.
No, no!
Already inspired, so inspired.
Okay.
Well, get to it.
So not inspired.
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(door bell chimes)
I'll be right with you.
It's incredible really.
I've been through that maze twice,
and it still takes my breath away.
Here we go, two cocoa lattes.
Thanks.
Well, look who it is!
Nora.
Two visits in just over a month, what's the occasion, darlin'?
Nothing special.
I just had this crazy craving for the best hot chocolate
in the county.
Country, don't you mean?
Whipped cream, no sprinkles?
Of course, and can I also get a box of your brownies, please?
Mm-hmm. Thank you.
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Daddy, can we go to the snow maze again? Please?
Again? Let's see what mom says.
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So, tell me all about this article that
they want you to write.
Well, it's supposed to be about what makes small towns special.
You know, what makes people want to visit them,
and what makes people want to stay.
Oh, I sure wish you would find a reason to want to stay.
Mom. I get that you have to find your own path, but I just miss you.
And seeing you over the holidays for just a few days
just isn't enough.
I miss you, too. Oh.
It's colder than a polar bear's toenails.
Hey, how's my girl?
Hey Dad! How was the drive?
Made it in record time.
Well, of course you did with your led foot.
Well, you done plowing for the day?
Yeah, till the next bout rolls in.
You guys have been bombarded by so much snow already.
Oh, I'll say.
Your dad and his crew have been working around the clock.
Well, you know what they say, “Mother Nature gives you lemons,
you make lemonade.”
How do you make lemonade out of all of that snow?
You should ask Nate, he'd know.
Why? He's, he's back?
I would have called to tell you, but I was given strict
instructions not to.
Well that is purely for your sake,
so you will stop hoping that one day we will end up together.
Would that be so bad?
All right, so tell me, what did Nate do with all that snow?
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Ava, your hat!
(bark)
Whoa! (bark)
You need that.
Okay.
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Jules!
Hey stranger!
What are you doing here?
Well, you know, I was told that you built something
that needs to be seen to be believed.
It's true.
And mom said only Uncle Nate would have thought of it.
Uncle Nate, so this is your?
Niece.
This is Ava.
Ava, this is Julia, a very old and special friend of mine.
Well, it's very nice to meet you.
And who's that furry friend?
That's Theo.
He loves the snow.
So, did you come all the way from Chicago to see my creation?
Sadly, I did not, I am here on work.
But my parents said that I needed to see
this thing for myself.
So, where is it?
Oh, it's out back.
Come on!
Oh, okay. She's showing ya.
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Wow!
What do you think?
Sure beats the mazes we built as kids, huh? Yeah, I'll say.
How do you even find your way through it?
I can do it, watch!
‘Cause she's a pro. Really?
Be careful!
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You want to go check out the fire pits? Yeah, sure.
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So, how long is she gonna be in there for?
Oh, not nearly as long as a first timer.
Ava's a pro.
Usually it takes about an hour.
Ew.
But I did build a bunch of emergency exits just in case.
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She's a little spitfire, isn't she?
Takes one to know one.
Oh, I'm just glad she didn't lose her spirit
after my sister and Roy split up.
It was good of you to move in with them.
You know she'll always have her Uncle Nate
to get her into trouble.
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What is this?
Here you go. I hope you like chocolate.
Of course I do, but where did you get this?
From inside the maze.
It's Nora's, homemade.
Wow, this maze is truly a community effort.
You have no idea.
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Where's my ice cream?
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So you dumped all the snow from helping my dad plow
onto your field?
Yeah, and then after I drew the plan, we started building it.
Sheldon provided the wood, old Larry and the crew helped with
building the frame, then anyone else who could help pitched in
with building snow walls and all the extras,
like Nora's Burger Shack.
Mm-hmm. Ice cream, hot chocolate.
You know that is one thing this town is great for,
everybody helps everyone.
I think it has a few more things going for it than that,
but that's just me.
So, why did you build this?
Well you know how things slow down around here in the winter,
even though that's one of the best times of year
to be in Williston.
Mm-hmm. Well, I figured why not do something to get people out
here, so they can see just how fun the snow and ice can be.
Has it worked?
We get a few more people through,
but it's nothing like the summers.
Well who knows, maybe I can help.
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Really?
What? The city suck all the fun out of you?
No, but I want my article to feature the town,
not your goofy mug.
(laughing)
So is living in the city everything
you hoped it would be?
Yeah, it's great.
I mean I've got a cool online magazine job,
and I've got my own place in the centre of it all.
And the people, I mean there's, there are lots of people.
I bet they don't come together like we do though.
No, but it's, it's different in, in a good way.
So with all these people, have you found someone, you know,
to share all this awesomeness with?
No, I'm, I'm way too busy for that.
I mean it's not like there aren't a ton of options
in the city or anything.
Mm-hmm.
Right, of course, I figured it would be like dipping in
an ocean rather than, say, off Fisherman's Bridge.
Exactly.
Hey, look, I'm, I'm sorry I kind of lost touch.
Oh, hey, you know me,
I'm not into the whole video texting thing,
and I could have made an effort when you came into town, too.
No, but I understand, like, you have the new farm to take
care of, and I'm only ever in for a few days, so.
What about this time?
You sticking around?
Well that depends on if...
(barking)
Theo!
I got to go.
Yeah, go. I'll see you later?
I'll see you later.
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Dad's asleep.
I'm not surprised.
They've been calling him in every hour of the day
and night all winter.
Does he have a big enough crew?
Yeah, he does, including Nate.
You know, what Nate is doing with that snow maze
is incredible and it's all so people can enjoy
our little town.
I know what you're doing.
And yes, I agree, Nate is a great guy,
but I was best friends with him for 15 years,
so it's kind of hard for me to see him as,
you know, anything else.
Well, I think your father would have something to say to that.
Like, um, better to be friends before lovers.
(laughs)
Shhh.
That's really good.
Oh, what's his favorite one?
Um, I can't change the direction of the wind...
But I can adjust my sails to reach my destination. ...but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination.
Good old Jimmy Dean.
(laughs)
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Nora, let me help you.
Still using real cream, I see.
Is there any other way to make ice cream, darlin'?
So, have you been out to see Williston's own wonder.
Oh, I have and it is quite something.
But be real nice if we got some folks out here.
Lord knows summers are busy, but come first snowfall, that's it.
Mm-hmm.
Whoop.
I just wish the snow didn't keep people away.
I mean winters in Williston are truly the best.
Amen to that.
Julia, Skye, Skye, Julia.
I'll let you two ladies get acquainted
while I put these in the back.
Hi, it's nice to meet you.
Oh, no, that's too formal.
We like to hug it out here in Williston.
We do?
Oh, we do.
Oh, Nora, I have got another piece of my art
for you to display.
Really feel like this particular piece is gonna
connect with the clientele, so I think it would look great
right by the cash.
Absolutely.
Oh, and did you hear I'm designing the fliers
for Nate's maze?
Oh. He and I were hanging out, you know,
spit balling ideas about how to get people to come out and.
Oh, my gosh, I have to go.
It was so nice to meet you, and Nora,
I will be back with those fliers.
Great. Great.
Yeah.
Ah, poor girl, moved to town a few months ago and
fancies herself not just a local, but an artist.
Oh, what that one lacks in talent,
she makes up for in spirit.
What is it though?
I think it's pastry.
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Hey Dad, you going in?
Yeah, we, we got two inches, and that's our marker, so yeah,
it's time to go play with some trucks.
You want to come?
Yeah.
Let's go. Yes!
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All right, guys gather around.
Now listen, I don't know how long this is gonna take,
but we got a little extra help today.
You all know my little girl.
Dad.
Guys: Ahhhh.
Ahhh. All right, all right, enough of the mushy stuff.
Glen, Pete, you guys are on the west end.
Nate, Julia, you guys are gonna take the lots on the east side.
Bundle up guys, it's as cold as a penguin's hind out there.
And Julia, watch the led foot.
Of course.
All right, drive safe.
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Well, this doesn't look so bad.
I'm sure we can knock it down in 30.
Actually, I say I could probably do the whole thing myself in 20.
Really Nate?
(revving engine)
What are we, like, five years old?
You ready?
I was born ready.
Three, two.
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Ha-ha!
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Eighteen minutes, not bad.
The kids are gonna love this at school on Monday.
Just the kids?
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I'm on top of the world!
Come on, get up here.
You are such a dork.
Need some help? I'm good.
No.
Oh, they built a new jungle gym for the kids.
Oh yeah, my sister actually headed up
the fundraiser for that.
Do you remember that old metal slide and the merry-go-round?
I fell off that thing more times than I can count.
But at least they kept the old swing set.
And I used to wait in line every single day for that.
Well, there's no one there now.
Let's go.
Okay. Come on.
Yeah, you can go higher.
Not too high though.
Oh, come on, who are you?
I'm an adult.
Hey, you remember the twist thing?
Oh! Oh, you're doing it.
Okay. Yeah.
Ou, okay, twist.
You ready?
Okay. Ahhh!
Okay, watch your hair.
Okay. There.
All right. Okay.
Go!
Woo! Hey Skye.
Hi. Don't tell me you're bringing me some more of your hot soup.
Not this time, but I've got something else to keep
you nice and warm.
Nate!
Oh, sorry. Are you okay?
I'm sorry, I thought you were working alone today.
Oh, this is Jules, Julia.
Yeah, we've met.
Oh, of course, I just didn't realize you guys
knew each other.
Oh yeah, Jules and I, we go way back.
Really?
I thought you were from the city.
Oh yeah, but I moved to the city after high school,
but I am born and raised Williston.
Great.
I don't know why anybody would ever want
to move away from here.
I couldn't agree more.
Well, here you go.
I brought you some of my homemade tea. Thank you.
It's got ginger in it to keep you nice and toasty.
I would have brought you some,
but I didn't realize you were a snow plower. Oh no, that's okay.
I mean I'm not.
I sometimes work for my dad, but I'm a writer,
a journalist actually.
But she really knows her way around third gear. That I do.
Wonderful.
Well, thank you so much for bringing me the hot tea.
You're always so thoughtful.
And I'll make sure to share it with Jules.
Great.
I will not keep you from your work, but between you and me,
I've got some really good ideas for your maze. Really?
Mm-hmm. Well, come by anytime, I'd love to hear them.
You bet I will.
Well, you keep warm now, all right. I will.
Stay cozy. You have a good one.
Bye. Bye. Thank you for the tea!
You're welcome.
Wow, well she sure lays it on thick.
What do you mean?
Oh, come on, the whole I'm such a townie,
but I've only been here for a few months.
So, she likes Williston, what's wrong with that?
Oh, I think she likes a whole lot more than just Williston.
Okay, now you sound like you did when Jemma Cooper used
to chase me around here.
Yeah, that's because you wouldn't admit
that she liked you.
She complained all the time that it wasn't fair
that I got all of your attention.
Well most of the time you did.
Oh, still, you know she didn't need to dump paint
on my favorite shirt because of it.
That was a nice shirt, too, it was.
I don't know, let's go, I don't want to be here past sunset.
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Morning sunshine.
Did you have fun?
Despite only four hours of sleep, I did.
Well your dad was grinning from ear to ear this morning.
He kept going on and on about having his little girl
part of the crew again.
Dad is already awake?
Oh, up and out at the yard, tinkering with the salt truck.
Oh, he gave me these.
Apparently Nate left them in his plow.
Dad wanted to know if you would drop them off at his house.
I'm on it. Good, great.
Thank you.
All right, class, so remember we're counting
steps and keeping time, okay.
Well if it isn't little Julia Miller.
Hey Brook.
Is this your class? Yeah, it is.
They've been begging me to take them on a field trip to
the maze, and I just started coming up with ways
to use it as a learning tool.
So, today's math.
Snowball fight!
Well, it looks like they're hard at work.
That's my brother for ya.
Hey, Nate, stop distracting them,
or I'm gonna give you a detention.
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I see he still lights up with the sight of you.
We just, we haven't seen each other in a while.
I know, I saw how much he missed you.
Well, I just, I came to drop these off.
So, can you make sure that he gets them? Sure.
Will I see you again?
I hope so.
Have fun with math class. Thanks.
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So, what did you think?
I think it's a good article, Julia.
I mean the bit about this maze, wow!
Who is this guy who built it?
He's an old friend of mine.
Just a friend?
Yes, just a friend.
Too bad, he looked kind of cute in that photo you sent me.
Oh, no, I didn't mean to send that one to you.
It's okay, you sent me plenty, although I would love a couple
more of the maze for the article.
Okay. Maybe some aerials or something,
just so we can really get the scope of it.
Mm-hmm. And maybe a little bit more about
what makes small town so special.
Draw from experience, something from the heart.
Yeah, no, I can do that.
Okay.
Okay, I'll talk to you soon.
Huh, something from the heart.
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Nate!
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Nate!
Nora, have you seen Nate?
Sorry darlin'.
But if you see Sheldon,
let him know the grill's warmed-up. Will do.
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Nate!
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So, you want to toboggan?
No, I just need to get an aerial photo of the maze.
That's too bad, we used to have a lot of fun tobogganing.
Yeah, I remember.
Where did all this extra snow come from?
This is all the snow we never used for the maze.
So, you want to do it?
No, do you see how steep and icy this is?
It's like a luge.
I'm just gonna walk down.
I dare ya.
Really Nate?
Yeah. Well you're so keen on it, I dare you.
No, I double dog dare you.
Oh, you're on. Do it.
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You guys played really well at your practice this morning.
What's Uncle Nate doing on the snow pile?
Oh no.
Are you ready?!
What are you doing?
Something you were told not to do.
It's fine, Julie and I used to tackle some serious toboggan
hills back in our day.
Plus, she dared me.
If Julia told you to jump off a cliff, would you do it?
See, even your niece has more sense than you.
I mean you don't have to do the dare.
Ava, close your eyes.
Woo-hoo!
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No, no, no, Nate, are you okay? I don't know.
Let me help you.
Oh!
Really?
I can't believe I fell for that.
And that's why this hill is so dangerous.
You got me again, eh.
All right, it's time for a shower after your practice.
Ahhh.
But, if your mom says it okay afterwards,
we could get hot chocolate.
Can I, mom?
Of course.
Now giddy up on into that shower.
So, are you going up?
No, I'm good.
Okay, ‘cause I want to show you something.
Okay.
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Oh fun.
So, I was thinking after people finish the maze,
they can write something about their experience.
Oh, like a guest book?
Kind of, but deeper, you know.
I just don't want them to forget about the journey they went
on when they find their way through.
I heard once when you write something down,
it stays with you.
That's true.
But, you know, I don't think that this place will have
any problem staying with anyone.
That's the hope.
How about that hot chocolate, you game?
You know I never say no to Nora's.
But you have a little bit of snow still right over here.
Oh!
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And at school we were learning all about how
to make ice lanterns out of balloons and water.
I know how to do that.
Really?
Then maybe we can make one together some time.
I would absolutely love that.
Well if it isn't my three favorite kids.
Do you think we could get three hot chocolates?
Always.
Ava, why don't you go into the back and sample some of
my new chocolate creations?
They're cooling on the counter.
Thanks Nora!
I'll bring them out to you.
Go have a seat.
Thanks. Okay.
Prepare to be a mazed.
Skye's been making those.
She's putting them up all over town in the neighbouring county. Hmm.
What? Nothing.
It's clever.
But? But it's just a little weird, you know, how invested she is.
I mean it's like she's trying so hard,
and she's not even from here.
My hometown is Interlaken, Switzerland,
and I still call Williston home.
Yeah, but that's different, Nora,
you've been here for 20 years, and you brought your Swiss
chocolate expertise, so you are an automatic special citizen.
Oh, thank you.
Well, maybe she's just got small town in her blood like I do.
And I don't?
I didn't say that.
You're the one who couldn't wait to get out of here.
I mean I never want to leave the county.
Maybe you should.
Why? I have everything I need right here.
Really, everything?
Yeah, even sprinkles.
(rattling)
You know, you two sound just like you did sitting
in my shop as kids, like an old married couple.
I still think it's weird.
You're weird.
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Here we go.
All right, where to, home?
Oh, you know, I think I'm gonna take a walk.
Okay, well, call me if you need anything.
I will, thank you.
And today it was fun, so thank you guys so much.
Bye Julia. Bye.
How long is Julia staying?
‘Cause I like her.
I don't know.
Well you should ask her to stay ‘cause you like her, too.
Okay, home time.
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Thank you so much!
Oh, next stop.
Oh, my gosh!
Skye, I'm so sorry!
It's my fault, it's my fault. Here, let me help.
Oh, Junior's New York Bakery?
Yeah, it's just my parents.
They sent me a care package. Oh.
You know how it is when you move away from home. Oh, I know.
Um, so your parents, they're still in New York?
That's right.
You know, but I am so over the big city, the people,
the cars, the shopping, you know.
I mean there's so many stores in New York you could shop
for days, but who would want to do that?
Not me. Right.
Um, so, what's so special about Junior's?
The New York cheesecake, of course, it is the best,
if you ask me, but not as good as Nora's croissants,
of course, you know.
Great, so I have to go. Okay.
Well sorry again.
Yeah, I'll see you.
Bye.
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Hey Dad!
Hey.
The plow operating okay?
Yeah, I'm just giving a little love and oil to the one
you took out the other night.
What? I was easy on her.
Right.
Next time, I'm gonna sign you up with Pete,
because you and Nate get in too much trouble together.
Well, I can't promise that I'll be here for next snowfall.
I do have to get back to the city at some point.
I know.
Oh, wait, come here, I want to show you something.
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Whoa, Dad!
She's something, huh?
Oh, my gosh, you've taken her out? Yeah, a few times.
What does Mom think?
She doesn't know!
She'll only worry about me on it.
Yeah, that's because this led foot of mine is genetic.
So when do you think you have to go back?
Sometime after this article runs,
but first my boss wants me to add a little bit of heart to it,
you know, what gives small towns like Williston their charm.
Oh, that can't be hard.
Mmm. Is it?
I mean it shouldn't be, but I don't know,
maybe I've been gone too long, maybe I'm just not inspired
anymore, which is crazy because I write inspirational pieces.
I just, I don't know why it's been so hard lately.
Well, look, I'm not a writer by any means,
but maybe you want to think about the things you miss about
this place, like Nora and Sheldon's annual pancake
breakfast, which is gonna be at the maze tomorrow.
Maybe it's the, the little things that'll help you
find your heart.
Yeah.
Want to get on?
Yes.
Oh, Dad, she's beautiful.
Isn't she?
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Now I remember when Nate first asked Bob to dump
the snow in his backyard.
I don't think you had any idea just how much snow
there actually was.
So, how exactly did you build it?
Well, your Dad brought the plows out and started dumping all
the snow on the wood frames, and then pretty much everyone else
you see here, they helped with packing it
and smoothing it over.
You know what they say, it takes a village.
Or a small town.
Cheers to that.
I will cheers that.
Julia, come on, I want to show you something.
Okay.
Am I allowed to come?
Maybe.
I'll be back. Have fun.
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Look.
Oh, it's beautiful, Ava.
It's a snow angel!
Do you know how to make one?
Are you kidding me?
We left our mark all over this place.
Then you have to make one.
Okay, here we go. Ready?
Yeah.
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Hey, you're on my angel.
You're on my wing.
Perfect!
Yeah, good.
She's talking about mine.
Oh no, she's definitely talking about mine.
No, I'm talking about Julia's.
What?
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Wow, your wings are touching, that means you'll always
be together, even when you're angels.
Well you know what?
I'll bet I'll fly faster then as well.
Really?
Well you better fly pretty fast.
Run! Run!
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Hey, so what did you think?
Julia, the article is great.
All that stuff about how in small towns the community always
comes together, that was gold.
So be happy, ‘cause it seems like you're getting some
of that mojo back.
I think so, too.
Which is why you probably should just stay a bit longer.
I mean there's nothing pressing bringing you back here at all.
You know, maybe you're right.
This town has been good for me, so thank you, Selena.
I'll talk to you soon, okay.
Well something smells good.
Fresh cut fries.
Of course.
Mmm.
(bark)
It sounds like Theo's a fan of your cooking.
Dog's got good taste.
Well, I hope that you're ready because my article is going to
run, so that means that there might be a little more traffic
through here sooner than later.
Well, I hope so, ‘cause it would be a shame if folks
didn't get to experience all this.
Mm-hmm.
Hey, do you mind keeping an eye on the place for a minute?
I forgot some supplies in the truck.
Yeah, sure.
Mm-mm, I don't think you're supposed to have fries.
Wait, where did you go?
(bark)
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Theo! Theo!
(bark)
Wait Theo! (bark)
Theo.
Oh, no, no, no, no, no, no!
Okay, okay, Theo!
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Oh.
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A trail of french fries will help me find my way back.
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Theo!
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Come on, buddy, shush.
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Ah, you didn't.
Oh, Theo, hey.
Oh boy, where is home?
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Okay, here you go, Theo.
(people talking in distance)
Hello?
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Hello?
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Oh, Ava, oh, my gosh, I'm so excited to see you.
Theo ran away and I have no idea how to get out of here.
Here, follow me.
Okay.
(barking)
Thank you, Ava, you are a life saver.
Hey, are you here on another school field trip?
Miss Rosen said we could hang our art in the maze today.
She's been helping the teachers at the school
with our art classes.
Okay, everybody, come and get your paintings.
We're gonna hang them in the maze.
Isn't it great?
They're gonna make the maze into an art gallery.
Yeah.
What have you been doing?
Oh, long story.
Who did the alien?
Okay, now remember, art is meant to be seen, so spread out,
find a good wall, and remember we want the viewing public
to appreciate your talents.
(♪♪)
Nate, we are going to have a painting class
in the warming barn.
Do you want to try your hand at some painting?
I think I'll leave that to the kids.
Oh, can you hear that?
Their laughter is so inspiring.
Probably a lot better than those car horns
that you're stuck hearing every single day.
Oh, actually it's not as bad as, you know, say maybe New York,
but I wouldn't know, I mean it never really appealed to me.
What about Chicago?
Well, every city's different.
I'd have to agree.
New York is truly one of a kind.
It's unlike any other city.
(cell phone ringing)
Oh, that is my Dad calling.
One sec. Okay.
Hi Dad.
So, um, are you sure you don't want to try your hand
at some painting?
I'm really not an artist.
That's just not true.
Look at this maze, it is a work of art,
and you did it because art comes from in here.
I got to go.
My Dad's plowing road 40, and he asked if I could
help clean out the salt truck over at the shop.
Do you want me to help you out?
Yeah, that would be great.
Okay, sure.
Well, Skye, thanks for bringing the kids here.
Great, my pleasure.
Yeah. Oh, and maybe if you're home later,
I could come by and tell you my great idea for the maze.
Sure, so I'll see you later.
See you.
Sure. Okay, great.
Bye Skye.
(♪♪)
Well that truck is as clean as it's gonna get.
Well, I hope he isn't doing all the work himself out on 40.
I'd be happy to go do it for him.
Oh, of course he's doing all the work by himself,
you know him, he loves it.
You know, he once told me that operating the salt truck and
the plow was like playing with toys in a sandbox.
That sounds like him.
Speaking of toys, check this out.
Oh, is that a Switchback XCR?
Mm-hmm. Now that's a nice toy.
Are you taking it out for a spin?
Are you kidding? My Dad knows better.
I'm sure he does, but do you?
Oh, no, no, no, no, I will not be goaded into a dare.
Fine, but the Jules I knew would have rode this out
the first chance she got.
But I guess you've tamed, conformed, which is fine,
maybe boring, but it's fine.
I am not tamed.
If you say so.
And definitely not boring.
Here.
Oh really, so are we?
Oh, we so are.
I mean unless you don't think that we should.
Oh no, let's punch it.
(♪♪)
Fisherman's Bridge, same as it always was.
You still drop a line in here?
I haven't in a while.
Ava's not really into fishing.
She gets bored and would rather catch tadpoles along the shore.
And fishing by yourself,
you can only spend so much time in your own head.
Yeah.
Hey, remember that time that we caught that pike,
how huge it was?
And nasty, that thing had teeth.
Yeah, and we put it back ‘cause we thought anything that
has that much fight deserves a second chance.
Yeah, and as far as I know, no one's ever caught it.
Good. Yeah.
I hope it's still out there eating lures.
Our own little Loch Ness.
(exhale)
So you ever miss all this or?
Do I guess.
But I mean not more than anybody else misses their hometown.
So, Chicago isn't home?
I don't know.
I mean and I thought it would be.
I've got some friends and a boss, Selena,
who's really great, but.
But what?
No, no buts.
I just, I think I just need to spend
a little more time there.
If your chosen path isn't working out,
you can always make a different turn.
And I know you, Jules,
you're the strongest headed woman I know.
You calling me stubborn?
No, of course not.
I guess what I'm trying to say is if you're in a bad situation,
don't feel like you have to stay in it because you think you need
to make it, especially when you have all this to fall back on.
(♪♪)
Well, we should get back before my Dad does,
otherwise we are going to be in big trouble. We?
I didn't know you weren't supposed to take
this snowmobile out.
Oh really, you think he'll believe that?
Yeah, we better hurry back.
Yeah, that's what I thought. Yeah, you're right.
(♪♪)
What if I were to write the article just on the maze?
I mean I don't think any other towns are doing
anything like it.
If you think it would help get the word out, why not?
Yeah, I just, I want to publicize it.
I feel like it's more than just a maze.
You missed a spot.
Dad, we were just cleaning it for you. Mm-hmm.
Nate really wanted to take it out.
No, no, no, Jules was itching, but.
You dared me. No, I did not.
Kids, kids, just go, and be lucky I can't tell your mother.
Right, so we're, right, we're kind of in this together.
Okay, no, we have to go now. Okay.
(♪♪)
How long do you think it'll take him to get over it?
How long did it use to take him?
Right.
Well, why don't you come over to my place for a bite to eat then?
Yeah, that sounds good,
and I can make those lanterns with Ava. Perfect.
Cool.
(♪♪)
That look on mom's face when you two flooded the fridge,
thinking you could store those snowballs until the spring,
that was absolutely priceless.
It was a good idea. His idea.
It was a good idea. No, it's not.
I have an idea. Hmm?
Why don't we all go in the maze after dinner
and make smores out on the bonfire pits.
But there's a bonfire in the maze?
Yeah, you haven't seen them?
Julia hasn't been through the maze yet.
That is not true, I went with Theo.
Theo?
It's a long story, but she didn't make it far.
Because you see when Julia was 12,
she got lost in one of the corn mazes we made,
and now she's scared.
Yeah, for, like, over an hour.
I could take you, ‘cause I know where all the exits are.
A little safety patrol for ya.
(door bell chimes)
I'll get it.
Saved by the bell.
I didn't say yes.
You two are adorable.
Sure, Miss Rosen, we're all here.
Hey Skye. Hi Nate, Brook and, um, Julia.
Oh yeah, townie hug.
Do you want some chicken?
No thank you, but it smells amazing.
I just came by to share my bright idea for the maze.
Oh.
Which is...
...lights, you know, that way people can come in the evening
as well as the daytime.
That's a great idea, Skye.
Isn't that a good idea?
Yeah, and Ava and I are gonna make ice lanterns,
and I'm gonna write the article only on the maze,
so I'm sure that will really help bring people to it, too.
That's a good idea, too.
Great, maybe she can write about how it's open
in the day and the night.
You could.
Do you want to help me put these up?
Yeah, let's do it.
Here, I got it.
Bye.
Bye everyone.
Thanks for dinner. Bye.
(♪♪)
Okay, let's do another one.
Here we go.
How long do you think it will take them to freeze?
Well, as my Dad says, it is colder than a polar bear's
toenails out here, so I think in a few hours we'll be able
to put candles inside of them.
Maybe I can bring one to school tomorrow,
as long as Jamie Mason doesn't ask me a million questions.
He's always bugging me.
Bugging you how?
He just talks too much.
Well, it sounds like maybe he's interested in you,
like he likes you.
Really? Mm-hmm.
Did Uncle Nate bug you?
Well, yeah, but that was different
because we were always just friends.
Yeah, but I see him bugging you now.
Yeah, he does talk to me, like, way too much, right.
Way too much. Like so much.
That's true.
(♪♪)
It's beautiful.
Where do you think we should put these?
I think the entrance to the maze will be great.
I think that that is a great idea.
I'm sorry, monkey, but it's way past your bedtime
and you still have school tomorrow.
But that is okay, because I will put them exactly
where you want them.
Thanks Julia. Mm-hmm, good night.
Good night, Uncle Nate.
Good night, Miss Rosen.
Good night, monkey.
I'll see you at school, Ava.
So, how's it going?
Good, we're ready to start lighting the inside.
Great.
We could use an extra hand.
No, I am staying outside.
You know, put a couple of more lights maybe
around the entrance.
Are you sure?
One hundred percent positive.
Come on. Go.
Hey, you coming?
Right behind ya.
So, where did you get the inspiration for the maze?
I mean it's got so many wonderful parts.
Just the past, you know, experience.
Where do you get inspiration for your art?
The same.
You can find that in New York?
Well, maybe, but my parents haven't exactly been supportive
of my artistic endeavour, so I decided to go out on my own,
you know, forge my own path.
Well do you ever miss it?
I mean New York's one of a kind.
Oh, it is, but just like Williston,
the people of New York are really, really special,
not that I'm saying that this town isn't special, too.
I mean it's sweet and it's warm and it's got a lot of heart,
and it's really starting to grow on me.
(♪♪)
Where are you going?
We're going this way.
Oh, hey guys.
What are you doing?
I was just looking at the tops of the maze and I was, like,
how cool would it be if we put, like, windmills, or, like,
a solar panel to charge the lights or something?
I don't think that would work with all the snow.
No, you're right, that's a bad idea.
Ah, so are you guys done?
Not even close.
I have a feeling we're gonna be here for a few hours.
But together, we will prevail.
I should probably go write my article and leave you two to it.
Thanks for all the help.
Yeah, and, um, Skye, Nate was right,
this was a really great idea.
See you later. Get out.
See ya.
(♪♪)
Whoa!
(♪♪)
Hey Mom, where's Dad?
Oh, he's probably tinkering with that skidoo he's hiding from me.
Do you know about that?
Of course.
Love may be blind, but marriage is a real eye opener.
I just hope he's careful.
You know Dad, he's like Yogi Behr with the rules
of the road, any road. I know.
Hey, so has Nate dated anyone since I've been gone?
Nothing serious that I can think of.
Um, well, there was this one gal who was just here for a summer,
but yeah, that was it.
Hmm.
I think if Nate ends up with someone,
it'll probably be with a woman who has ties to this town,
like he does.
I thought you didn't want to know what Nate was up to.
Oh, I'm just curious.
You know as his friend, I want to see him happy, settled.
Mm-hmm.
All right, well, I am gonna go get some work done.
Love you.
Love you, too.
(♪♪)
Hey, where are the ladies?
Julia went home early to work on her article, and Skye just left.
So, Julia waved the white flag.
What does that mean?
You didn't catch that back and forth between
the two of them earlier?
Of course you didn't.
What was it about?
You, you doofus.
Me? Yeah, you.
It's so obvious that Skye likes you.
Okay, now you sound like Jules.
Because she picked up on it, and she's jealous.
There's no way that Julia is jealous. Yes, she is.
Brook, she's never thought of me as anything more than a friend.
Maybe when you guys were kids, but not anymore.
I think you're off base on that one.
I think that you don't want to get your hopes up, but trust me,
from the eyes and ears of a woman, she's jealous.
The twists and turns of Williston's maze
will simply amaze you.
No, it's too much like Skye's thing.
(♪♪)
The dizzying turns of this maze will what?
What will they do?
(♪♪)
So will you put the farm that you bought up for sale?
I don't know, it depends how long Brook and I can keep living
with each other before we drive each other crazy.
Yeah.
Hey.
How did it go last night?
Good, we got all the lights up.
Good.
It looked real good.
Yeah, um, how about you, how's the article coming?
It's not.
I mean I just, I can't figure out the words to explain
the maze, you know, to really get people to want to come out
and see it with their own eyes.
Build it and they will come.
Oh. Good one, Dad.
Well maybe you could use a little time out.
What do you have in mind?
I don't know, maybe a little winter tradition we used
to endeavor at the rink, maybe clear your head,
inspire you a little.
You had me at endeavor.
Now who's quoting?
Okay, I have to get my jacket and skates, come on.
See ya.
Have fun. Bye.
You notice anything about those two?
Are there two peas in a pod?
And how one looks at the other when the other isn't looking.
And you've seen this ‘cause?
Oh, wide open, all the time.
(♪♪)
This is still here.
Why wouldn't it be? I don't know.
I mean I feel like if this was in a city or something,
they'd make a parking lot out of it.
See, that's why I love it here.
When was the last time you were on skates, anyways?
Um, the last time I was on skates was our little
league hockey team.
Hey, you know what?
You were good.
You feeding me all those assists.
I think it was the other way around.
Either way, we made a good team.
All right, well, let's do this.
(♪♪)
You good?
Yeah, no, I'm fine.
You just, I'll, I have to get my skate legs going.
Maybe just hang on for a little bit till you get them back.
For a second, I don't need you for a long time though.
Okay, you got it. I got this, it's fine.
Oh!
Okay, okay.
(♪♪)
Those kids. Those spitfires.
Yeah.
All I can do is spin now.
I'm gonna figure skate, not hockey.
(♪♪)
So, did that clear up any of your writer's block?
No, but what I can tell you is that this was super fun.
Did you see the look on those kids' faces?
Oh, I saw it, especially when you volunteered to
be at the other end of the whip.
Because that's the best place, you go so fast.
You know, there's not much I've seen you be afraid of except.
I know where you're going with this, Nate Perry.
Look Jules, you got to go through.
Why?
Because it's like you said, it's different than any other maze.
When you're inside, there's no noise, there's no sound,
it's just you and your thoughts, and before you know it,
you find your way through.
That's it, that's how we get people to come see it.
What do you mean?
Everything you just said.
That was perfect, thank you.
Where are you going?
To go write while I'm inspired.
I'll see you later.
Good luck!
(♪♪)
Julia: “Surrounded by pure white snow with nothing
but your own thoughts.
Not even a single sound or a breath of wind,
the maze will quiet the noise that normally drowns
out our thoughts.
As you wind your way through its corridors,
take a moment to warm yourself by the fire,
or sip on a cup of hot cocoa that reminds us of another time.
And as you journey to find your way,
the maze will see you through whatever troubles you may have
had, whatever questions you needed answers to.
Until you reach the end and you step out enlightened by the
journey you've just completed.”
(♪♪)
So is it working?
Working?
Julia, that is incredible.
Everyone in yoga is talking about it.
And have you seen this new hashtag snow maze movement?
It's like everyone wants to experience this new
Zen you've created.
Not me, this is Williston.
Well, get ready, ‘cause Williston is about to get
a whole lot of visitors.
(♪♪)
Hey.
Hey, grab a brush.
So, I just got off the phone with my editor,
and turns out there is some major buzz about
this maze in Williston.
Oh yeah, who do I have to thank for that?
I think it was a joint effort, don't you?
You lit the light bulb and I just put pen to paper.
Well if things are gonna get busy around here,
we might as well get these horses exercised.
Want to go kick up some snow?
Yeah, I do.
(♪♪)
So, what are you going to do, Nate,
if all these people really do come to little old Williston?
I mean I know how much you like your small town pace.
You know, I think I'll be able to handle it.
Besides, if the maze does get busy enough
everyone's gonna turn out to help,
and Skye even offered to sell tickets, so.
Well that's not a surprise.
Are you jealous?
Of Skye?
Why would I be jealous?
I don't know, that's why I'm asking.
No, I'm not jealous.
Skye seems like a real go-getter.
You should ask her out.
Like on a date?
Yeah, on a date.
Okay, I don't even know why we're talking about this.
I dare you.
You really want me to go on a date with Skye?
Really?
No, I'm not gonna dare you to go on a date.
I mean what kind of wingman would I be?
But I mean if you want to, you should.
Okay.
(♪♪)
Oh, it's cold.
A little something to keep you warm.
Oh, thank you, Mom.
You're welcome.
Oh, I do love this view.
(♪♪)
So, now that the article is done,
are you gonna go back to the city?
That was always the plan, Mom.
Well, plans can change.
Have you found what you're looking for there in the city?
Yeah, I mean I have some friends, and I've got my job.
That's not what I asked.
I don't know.
When you were living back here, hardly a day went by when you
didn't burst through those doors just glowing.
I mean you and Nate were always having one adventure or another,
whether it be finding a new jump off spot into the lake,
or a new hill to toboggan down.
And I have seen that exact same glow ever since you've been
back here, and it suits you.
(♪♪)
(smack)
Don't stay out too long, you'll freeze.
(laughing)
Thanks Mom.
(♪♪)
Hey, you're working late.
Thank you.
So, um, Ava said all of her friends were talking about how
people are gonna come from all over to see us.
Well if Julia's article works, they might.
So, how are things with Julia?
Fine.
No, they're not, ‘cause I haven't seen that face on you
since she left 10 years ago.
She told me to go on a date with Skye.
What did you say?
I said, “Do you really want me to do that?”
And then she did the regular Jules thing
and called herself my wingman.
Do, do you know what a wingman is?
It's what a friend calls themselves when they're
looking out for you.
So, she was just saving face, whether she realizes it or not,
it's because she doesn't want you to be with anyone else.
Okay, say that were true, how do I make her see that?
Because she is the most stubborn woman I know.
You tell what you should have told her all those years ago
before she left, that you don't want her to go.
And if I do and it's not what she wants to hear,
then I've spoiled it and spoiled us and everything we've built
together through the years as friends.
Well, that's just a risk you have to decide
if you're willing to take.
Well, at least I have hot chocolate.
(horns honking)
What's going on?
Looks like traffic.
In Williston?
Well, maybe Dad's in the plow holding things up.
No, no, he went to get a part for the salter.
What's with this commotion?
Mom, do you think it could be?
Yes.
There she is, the maze whisperer.
Darlin', it is so busy, I don't know if I need to set up
an information booth at the shop.
I mean look at all these plates, Utah, Iowa, Missouri.
Folks are coming from all over,
and they are coming to see one thing.
Well, I better get back to the shop.
Sheldon's got to get to that Burger Shack.
Bye Nora.
Well it looks like you did it, maze whisperer.
Ou, maze whisperer.
(♪♪)
Nate, we actually just ran out of tickets
to hand out to people.
Oh don't worry, there's more in the kitchen junk drawer. Okay.
Thanks.
Hey.
It seems like business picked up.
Have you been to town yet?
Nora sold out of her croissants, she's taking orders,
and there is a line out the door for her hot chocolate.
No way. Mm-hmm.
(cell phone ding)
Everything all right?
Yeah, it's just my, my boss.
Excuse me, are you Nate Perry?
Yeah, I am.
I'm with KNDP, the 24 hour news broadcaster.
Can we get an interview?
Sure thing.
So you're the man behind the maze?
Well, I'm the one that came up with the design,
but I couldn't have done it without the help of
the good people of Williston.
And we in Williston love winter here,
and this is the best time to come.
We've got ice skating.
Some of the best toboggan hills around.
Great ice fishing, and our own Swiss chocolatier,
who makes the best croissants and hot chocolate
in the entire country.
They're the best.
Sounds like a great place to visit.
Any plans on bringing back the snow maze next year?
Well every year there's snow, I will,
which is pretty much a sure thing.
Thanks a lot, folks, really appreciate it. Thank you.
Thank you and make sure you take a turn in the maze.
Oh absolutely.
We got everything, John?
Did it.
I didn't do anything, Nate.
Yes, you did. You, you created this, and I just did what I always do,
I come in for a few days, I do my thing and now it looks
like I have to head back.
Yeah.
Yeah, my boss, um, she's thrilled about everything that's
happened with the maze piece, so she wants me to come back
and do a piece on a venue in the city.
Good, good, that's great.
Yeah.
Hey, this was fun, you know, like old times.
Yeah, just like old times.
Okay, well, um, I should probably get packed.
Yeah. So, till next time?
Till next time.
Hey Julia.
Thanks for everything.
No thanks required, that's what us townies do.
(♪♪)
Hey there, you almost packed?
Almost.
So that's it, mission accomplished, now you're off.
Dad, that's always been the plan.
I know, I just don't know why.
Because I live there.
Yeah, well if I remember correctly,
you went there to get inspired and to become the best writer
you could be, and the funny thing is that,
well since you've been back here, that piece on the maze,
I just can't see anything more inspiring than that.
So, what are you saying, I should just give it all up,
quit, come back home?
Ever since you were this high, you have wanted to show that you
could it, and you did it, you're not giving up on anything.
But if I come back, what would I do here?
You're gonna have to figure that out, but you know what they say,
I can't change the direction of the wind,
but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination,
whatever that might be.
That actually worked this time.
Really?
I've been practicing it, walking around the house, you know.
You used it in the appropriate space, Dad.
(♪♪)
Thank you.
Okay.
Can you get by? Yeah, okay.
Got it.
Well that was a long day.
Yeah, it was.
I don't know about you, but I could really use one of
Nora's almonds croissants and a hot tea.
That'd be good.
Would you care to join me?
Yeah, why not? Really?
Sure, I'll just go let Brook know. Okay.
I'll just go get my stuff.
Perfect. Great.
(thump)
(♪♪)
Hello, is anybody in there?
Okay, see if I find my way.
(thump)
(♪♪)
Oh, wow!
(♪♪)
(knocking)
(♪♪)
Hey Julia. Hey Brook, is Nate here?
What are you doing here?
I thought Nate said you were leaving.
Yeah, I was, but then I went through the maze,
and I figured everything out, and I just,
I need to talk to Nate.
I'm sorry, he's not here.
Oh, is he working with my Dad?
No, he's out with Skye.
Oh.
But they were just going to Nora's for some dessert
or something, it's nothing, I'm sure.
Yeah, no, for sure.
If it's important though, I'm sure you can call him.
No, no, um, it can wait.
I can let him know you came by.
That's okay, I'll see you later, Brook.
Okay, sorry.
(♪♪)
(clink)
What a day.
Yeah.
I mean you must be just thrilled with that turnout.
Oh yeah, it's better than anything I could have expected.
Yeah, well, we have to hand it to Jules.
If she didn't write that article,
people would never have come.
So, I guess now that it's done, she's gonna be heading out?
She is.
Well, small town living isn't for everyone.
I guess not.
(♪♪)
So, I take it you'll be staying?
Yeah, this is where my home is.
You know what they say, home is where the heart is.
(♪♪)
Listen, Skye, I think you're great and you've done
so much to help with the maze and the town, it's just.
I understand, it's okay.
You know, I was just thinking that maybe you can help
me feel happier here.
But to be honest, I think I've been trying really hard to make
this work, because I really do miss New York.
I mean I know it's loud and it's crazy and everything,
but the cheesecake is awesome, and, you know, the people,
they're, like, well they're New Yorkers,
and as much as I try to not be like them, I am one of them.
So, you know what?
Thank you, Nate, for accepting me and thanks.
Thank you.
Williston's been lucky to have you.
Well, I'm not sure about that.
We have. Okay.
Hug it out?
Get in here. Oh.
Oh, yeah.
Good luck, Nate.
Good luck to you, too.
Oh, and maybe next year, I can bring my parents
and they can see the maze for themselves.
It's gonna be a Williston tradition.
Well, I'll see you then.
See you around. Bye.
Thanks Nora!
Nora: See ya Skye.
Oh, I guess she didn't have small town
in her blood after all.
More tea?
No, I think I'm gonna go for a drive.
I'll see you later.
(♪♪)
Okay, so I've packed you a sandwich for the road and
a few muffins, and do you have enough water?
Mom, you've already given me three bottles,
if I have anymore, I'll have to stop every hour.
Yeah, I know, I know, but it's a long drive
and I just want to make sure you have enough.
I know. Thank you.
I just filled your wiper fluid.
Thank you, Dad.
Now listen, you know to pull over in bad weather.
I know, but there's not even any snow in the forecast
between here and Chicago.
You know what, it can just whip up out of nowhere.
I know, and I will call you guys right when I get there.
No, don't call, don't call, you got to, you got to focus.
I won't even have my phone on.
(♪♪)
Oh, I miss you already.
You drive safe, okay. Of course.
I love you. I love you, too.
Dad.
All right, drive safe, okay. Of course.
Do you promise? Of course.
Okay, all right. Promise.
Love you. All right, love you, too.
And no texting.
Of course!
(♪♪)
Hey, I didn't hear you get in last night.
I went for a drive.
Um, Ava, do you want to go to the car
and I'll be right behind you.
Okay.
Bye Uncle Nate. Have a great day, monkey.
So, did you tell her?
She made the decision to leave and I'm not gonna stop her.
She's looking forward to coming back and hanging out
just like old times, so there you go.
Then why did she seem so disappointed last night
when I told her you were out with Skye?
Julia was here?
Yeah, she stopped by, she said she went through the maze and
figured it all out, and she was looking for you.
I'm telling you, Nate, you have to tell her before
it's too late, or you're never gonna move on.
(♪♪)
Julia: “The journey through the maze showed me
my destination is right here in Williston,
where my heart is and where it always has been.”
(♪♪)
It's so quiet here with her gone.
I know.
This empty nesting doesn't get any easier.
No, it doesn't.
(truck engine)
Sweetheart, did you call Nate for something?
(truck engine)
No, why?
(♪♪)
Hey, Bob, Maggie, is Julia here?
I tried to call but no answer.
Is everything all right?
No, I need to talk to her.
I need to tell her not to leave.
Oh, she just left.
But she couldn't have gone far.
I know how she drives, she's probably out on road 40 by now,
but I know how we can stop her.
(♪♪)
Hey, what's going on?
Just a bit of snow removal going on up ahead.
We're working on it, so just bear with us.
Okay. All right?
Yeah.
(♪♪)
Hey, you get called to work this?
No, ‘cause there's no snow blocking the road.
Wait, but the guy just said that it's...
I had to stop you, because if I didn't,
I would be right back where I was 10 years ago
and I can't do that.
When I told you I had everything I needed right here,
I was lying, ‘cause I need you Jules, I always have.
I mean I can't remember a time when I ever wanted to be
with anyone else, not even on a dare.
So, I'm telling you what I should have told you when you
first left, don't go, stay here, and stay here with me.
That's the thing, Nate, I did it,
I did the maze and it helped me sort where I need to be,
which is here with you.
But then I saw you with Skye and then...
(♪♪)
It's only you, Jules.
It's only ever been you and always will be.
I guess we can reopen the road.
Let's get out of here.
Let's roll!
(♪♪)
All right, so today we're having our gym class out here,
and the idea is to see who can race through the maze
the fastest and get to the centre.
You guys here on another school trip?
You know it.
We're having a race today.
Ou.
Really?
Okay, come on you guys, line up, come on.
Hey, can anyone join?
I don't see why not. Okay, ready?
I'm just gonna go over there. Are you just gonna go over there?
I'm going first!
(♪♪)
Hey, you're gonna make us lose.
I think we won.
Yeah, I think we did.
(♪♪)
Woo!
(♪♪)