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00:00:00Online dating services, and you can't use your matchmaking skills to get yourself a date?
00:00:05I'm not a matchmaker. I'm simply a guy that knows how to work with computers.
00:00:09And no, I do not need a date because I have the both of you two.
00:00:12So come on, let's go get some party hats and chip dip.
00:00:22This is delicious! You have outdone yourself, Sister Maureen.
00:00:26Thank you! I should have made more, though. Your guests have very healthy appetites.
00:00:31Must be love.
00:00:32Miss Flowers! Look!
00:00:34Oh, congratulations!
00:00:36Way to go!
00:00:37Well, thanks to you.
00:00:38She's the best, isn't she?
00:00:39Oh, we never found each other, did we, Miss Flowers?
00:00:42Oh, you're much too kind. I'm just doing my job.
00:00:44Come on, darling. We have to get ready for midnight, so...
00:00:47Another pair of satisfied customers.
00:00:49One more happy couple.
00:00:53Jennifer, hurry!
00:00:55Dad, hurry up! It's almost midnight!
00:00:57I'm coming! Hey, hey, I'm coming!
00:01:00Say something to the camera!
00:01:02Happy New Year!
00:01:04Not yet! We'll do another take when the ball drops.
00:01:07Whatever you say, Miss Spielberg.
00:01:08It's time for the countdown!
00:01:10It's starting!
00:01:11Take it away, Rich!
00:01:13Here we go!
00:01:13Ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one!
00:01:23What is it?
00:01:26Ta-da!
00:01:27What?
00:01:29I'll tell you later!
00:01:30Hang on!
00:01:31Okay.
00:01:33Thank you!
00:01:34Hi!
00:01:50Happy New Year!
00:01:54Happy New Year, Dad!
00:01:55Happy New Year!
00:01:56We'll go see those fireworks next year.
00:02:02I've never seen a party clear out so fast.
00:02:04All my couples couldn't wait to leave and celebrate privately.
00:02:08You are very good at what you do.
00:02:10True.
00:02:13So, what's that New Year's resolution?
00:02:15Nothing. It was silly.
00:02:17I'm so glad you could make it tonight.
00:02:19You sounded desperate for help on the phone.
00:02:21Sister Emma was free to take my shift.
00:02:23So it all worked out.
00:02:23I feel a little guilty about taking away from the hospital.
00:02:26You really think you got away with it, don't you?
00:02:28With what?
00:02:29Changing the subject.
00:02:30Your little diversion.
00:02:32I wasn't born yesterday, my friend.
00:02:33Come on out with it.
00:02:34What's your New Year's resolution?
00:02:35It's nothing.
00:02:36It's just something I've been thinking about.
00:02:38Yeah?
00:02:39You know, seeing all my couples here together and turning 40 this year.
00:02:46Come on!
00:02:46Spit it out!
00:02:48I can't. I wrote it down.
00:02:49Chant it over. There we go.
00:02:53By next New Year's Eve, I, Susan Flowers,
00:02:56will have found the perfect man and will kiss at midnight.
00:03:19Why are you guys still up?
00:03:27We could ask you the same thing.
00:03:30How about you know scorpions rule the earth?
00:03:34That is so lame, Dad.
00:03:37No, it's quite exciting.
00:03:39She's not referring to the movie.
00:03:42Although, I would have chosen a better word.
00:03:44Pathetic might fit the bill.
00:03:46What are you guys talking about?
00:03:48You, sitting here all by yourself on the most amazing party night of the year.
00:03:52Trust me, it is overrated.
00:03:54I bet you and Mom used to go out to celebrate at stupendous New Year's Eve parties.
00:03:59That was a long time ago.
00:04:01I remember one time I snuck out of bed to watch you guys leave.
00:04:04Mom was wearing this silver glittery dress.
00:04:07I know what you guys are up to and you're not gonna fool me.
00:04:10You're looking for an excuse so you can stay up late and you can't find one.
00:04:14Dad!
00:04:16Mom, back to bed.
00:04:17We can sleep in tomorrow.
00:04:19Happy New Year, Jennifer.
00:04:21I love you.
00:04:23Happy New Year, Cassie.
00:04:26I love you, too.
00:04:28Now get lost.
00:04:29Go on, off to bed.
00:04:30Go.
00:04:31Okay.
00:04:31Good night, Dad.
00:04:32Night.
00:04:32Night.
00:04:37Thanks for helping me clean up.
00:04:40I love you.
00:04:41Drive carefully.
00:04:42Night, sleep tight.
00:05:18It's okay, it's just me.
00:05:22Bad dream?
00:05:23That it was Dad?
00:05:24No, he fell asleep downstairs with the TV on.
00:05:28Like he does every night.
00:05:30So, what are we gonna do about him?
00:05:33You have to be more specific.
00:05:35He has no social life.
00:05:37You have a point.
00:05:38So he'll never meet anyone.
00:05:40A logical conclusion.
00:05:42I'd like for Dad to be happy again, the way he was when Mom was alive.
00:05:46I don't remember back then.
00:05:49And I wouldn't mind having a woman to talk to.
00:05:51Personally, I can get along quite well without female input.
00:05:55That's because even though you use all those ginormous words, you're still a child.
00:05:59You haven't got issues that you need to discuss with a female.
00:06:04But I do.
00:06:05So, what you're saying is that we have to find Dad an appropriate female companion.
00:06:11Someone who will be a good partner for him and a suitable mentor for you.
00:06:16That's exactly what I'm saying.
00:06:18Only in English.
00:06:19I'll go online and research the subject in the morning.
00:06:22Then I'll go back to bed.
00:06:24Can I stay here?
00:06:26As long as you don't snore.
00:06:29It's not fair.
00:06:30What's not fair?
00:06:32That you have memories of Mom and I don't.
00:06:37Go to sleep.
00:06:42Mr. O'Malley, my assistant Carla will be sending your invoice in the mail.
00:06:46But remember, my services are not completed until I find your perfect match.
00:06:50Oh, I think you already have.
00:06:52I'll call you the minute I've spoken with Miss Moon.
00:06:54Miss Moon, what a beautiful name.
00:06:56Doreen is just like she sounds.
00:06:58Nurturing, sweet, kind.
00:07:01I need a new suit.
00:07:02And shirts, bright colors, and maybe a haircut.
00:07:04What are those, $30 jobs?
00:07:05Okay, Frank.
00:07:06Hold on.
00:07:07Just be yourself.
00:07:08Okay?
00:07:09Because when I look at you as you are, you are the right man.
00:07:12Just the person I've been looking for to introduce this amazing woman.
00:07:16Maybe the right man.
00:07:27I've been watching you do it for years and I'm still impressed.
00:07:32Are you giving me a compliment?
00:07:34I'd do anything to keep my job.
00:07:38Oh, look at the time.
00:07:40I spent too long with Mr. O'Malley.
00:07:43Before meeting my mom for lunch.
00:07:44Oh, she's back from her Caribbean cruise?
00:07:47Yeah, late last night.
00:07:48She was feeling a little down before she left.
00:07:50I hope this cruise lifted her spirits a bit.
00:07:52Well, go find out right now.
00:07:54Go ahead.
00:07:54Leave.
00:07:55Okay.
00:07:55What time is my next client?
00:07:57Canceled.
00:07:58And the one after her.
00:08:00So you can take a long lunch.
00:08:02That's the fourth cancellation this week.
00:08:04What is going on?
00:08:05Well, now that I have a few hours to spare, I'm gonna find out.
00:08:09Good.
00:08:10See you at three o'clock.
00:08:11Bye-bye.
00:08:13My three o'clock is coming, right?
00:08:15So far, so good.
00:08:20All right, now turn around and face me.
00:08:23Oh!
00:08:25Oh!
00:08:27Stunning!
00:08:28Like a magazine cover.
00:08:30Doesn't she look stunning?
00:08:32Listen, I've owned the shop for over 30 years.
00:08:34Anyone will tell you I am not a gusher.
00:08:36But today, I'm gushing.
00:08:39Now, ladies, I'm going to leave you with Rachel.
00:08:41She will take excellent care of you, all right?
00:08:44Just don't go and break my heart and pick another gown.
00:08:47Because you look stunning.
00:08:50Hi, baby.
00:08:51Welcome home.
00:08:55So, uh, should we take my car or yours?
00:08:58I made the reservation.
00:08:59Lebron's block is only 10 blocks away with a walk.
00:09:0210 blocks?
00:09:03Exercise, baby.
00:09:04It's good for the mind and the body.
00:09:07Oh, honey, can you do me a teeny favor?
00:09:11Sure, what?
00:09:12Well, while I was on the cruise, I was thinking,
00:09:14you and I are really more like friends than mother and daughter.
00:09:17Friends?
00:09:18Exactly.
00:09:19Girlfriends.
00:09:20Buddies.
00:09:21So, uh, how about from now on you call me Kay instead of Mom?
00:09:27You met a man!
00:09:29That's what it is, isn't it?
00:09:30No!
00:09:32Yes!
00:09:33Mom!
00:09:35Kay!
00:09:37Oh.
00:09:39I hope you're not upset.
00:09:40Upset?
00:09:41No.
00:09:41I'm ecstatic.
00:09:42Oh, good.
00:09:43I'm so relieved.
00:09:44I can hardly wait to meet him.
00:09:45Oh, that's good because he's waiting for us at the restaurant.
00:09:48What?
00:09:48Oh, no!
00:09:49I don't even...
00:09:50How do I look?
00:09:51You look divine.
00:09:54Oh, his name is Arthur.
00:09:56Arthur Wright.
00:09:58You met Mr. Wright.
00:10:00I had spelled with a W, but he is my Mr. Wright.
00:10:02Oh, good.
00:10:03And remember...
00:10:05I'm okay.
00:10:05Kay, it is.
00:10:06I hope you like him.
00:10:08I'll love him.
00:10:09That's good.
00:10:12So she says, no wonder he can't wear glasses.
00:10:14It's not only his one eye.
00:10:16He only has one ear.
00:10:21You're a bad boy, Artie.
00:10:24Oh, uh...
00:10:25Your mother tells me you're a matchmaker?
00:10:28Well, I...
00:10:28I own Hearts and Flowers.
00:10:30It's a small matchmaking business.
00:10:33Hearts and Flow...
00:10:34Flowers?
00:10:35Like...
00:10:35Like your last name?
00:10:36Oh, that's...
00:10:37That's brilliant.
00:10:37Oh, you didn't tell me she was smart, too.
00:10:41You all right, sweetie?
00:10:42No, no, I'm fine.
00:10:43I'm fine.
00:10:44Never felt better.
00:10:46Kay...
00:10:47Did you ever hear the one about the guy who goes into a bar...
00:10:50With a duck on his head?
00:10:55They better not tell that.
00:10:56Makes company.
00:10:57See what I mean?
00:10:58Never met anyone who's so considerate.
00:11:01Have I told you lately that you're gorgeous?
00:11:05So where are you from, Arthur?
00:11:07Buffalo.
00:11:07Beautiful Buffalo, New York.
00:11:09I'm in supermarkets.
00:11:10I was in supermarkets.
00:11:13Started with one, ended with 16.
00:11:17I sold out to the big boys.
00:11:18Let them worry.
00:11:20Oh, you don't have enough to drink.
00:11:21Sweetie, over this way, uh...
00:11:23More wine, please.
00:11:25Can't get help.
00:11:26Can't get help.
00:11:26That's why I sold out.
00:11:37Sorry I'm late.
00:11:38Don't start.
00:11:38I just had the worst lunch of my life.
00:11:40No problem.
00:11:40Is my three o'clock waiting?
00:11:42She canceled.
00:11:42What?
00:11:43I know exactly why.
00:11:45While you were out, I was poking around the internet.
00:11:48Take a seat.
00:11:53Read it and weep.
00:11:55Romance4u.com?
00:11:58Why leave the biggest decision of your life to chance?
00:12:01Our scientifically based compatibility formula will match you with the perfect date and potential
00:12:05life partner.
00:12:06Scientifically based?
00:12:08What are they, bringing together robots or something?
00:12:10Some huge corporation out of Asia.
00:12:12This is their first American franchise and they've opened up right here in the valley.
00:12:16So that's why my clients have been disappearing.
00:12:20That's it?
00:12:20That's your reaction?
00:12:21Take it easy.
00:12:22I'll come up with something.
00:12:24I just have to take a little time to think about it.
00:12:26Well, don't take long.
00:12:28I'm too old to go find a new job.
00:12:40Miss Bernstein, Mr. Matsui, Josh Sherman speaking.
00:12:51Well, why don't I outline the Romance4u.com business plan?
00:12:56Susan's heart hints.
00:12:58As Shakespeare said, love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind.
00:13:04Sometimes, however, it's a good idea to wipe your glasses and take a second look.
00:13:10Carla?
00:13:11What?
00:13:12I need you.
00:13:14It's better be important.
00:13:15I was on the last chapter of my Danielle Steele novel.
00:13:18Take my picture.
00:13:19I don't put this in the important category.
00:13:22Well, it is.
00:13:23Because?
00:13:24Because it's going along with my online profile to Romance4u.com.
00:13:30The only way to take on the competition is to show that we're better.
00:13:36And the way to show that Hearts and Flowers' personal touch works
00:13:39is to prove that Romance4u.com's computer touch doesn't.
00:13:44Right.
00:13:45Meet their newest client.
00:13:46You sneaky little devil, you.
00:13:49I learned it all from you.
00:13:50Now, come on, take my picture so we can upload it and get this show on the road.
00:13:55Big smile.
00:13:57Okay, lean forward.
00:13:59Give me a big smile.
00:14:00Oh, that's a good one.
00:14:21Mom?
00:14:22I'm in the kitchen, baby.
00:14:25What's the emergency?
00:14:26What emergency?
00:14:27There's no emergency.
00:14:28Look, I made some lovely canopies.
00:14:30You can calm down.
00:14:31I don't know.
00:14:32You left five voicemails.
00:14:33You said you needed to see me right away.
00:14:35Oh, sweetie, I'm so sorry.
00:14:36I didn't mean to alarm you.
00:14:37I just, I have something to share with you.
00:14:39That's all.
00:14:40Okay, share.
00:14:40Share with me.
00:14:40Well, how about something?
00:14:42We've got some lovely lemonade.
00:14:43Mom, I'm good.
00:14:44Just tell me, what's going on?
00:14:49Uh, Arthur sold his house in Buffalo.
00:14:53Okay, and I need to know this because?
00:14:57Because he's moving to California.
00:15:02Okay, into the house with me.
00:15:08Arthur, here with you.
00:15:13I was afraid you were going to have this kind of reaction.
00:15:16Susan, Arthur isn't the way he appears on the surface.
00:15:19Oh, I'm so relieved.
00:15:20I thought he was loud and uncouth and told really bad jokes.
00:15:23I'm so glad I was wrong.
00:15:25Well, not exactly.
00:15:26Okay, so he is loud and uncouth.
00:15:27I don't need the whole list again.
00:15:29I mean, some people can be those things and still be exceptional human beings,
00:15:34which Arthur is.
00:15:35I see.
00:15:36No, you don't see, Susan.
00:15:37You don't see at all.
00:15:39Artie gave me back a feeling of joy about my life.
00:15:44I need that.
00:15:46I need it so badly.
00:15:50Please try to understand that.
00:15:52Mom, I'm trying.
00:15:53But my dad was an exceptional human being inside and out.
00:15:59He's a really hard act to follow.
00:16:01I know, and I'm not trying to replace him, sweetie.
00:16:04And I'm not trying to have you replace him.
00:16:07I'm asking you to give Arthur a chance.
00:16:09And I just want you to see him the way I see him.
00:16:15He makes me happy.
00:16:19Yeah, I know.
00:16:23And I want you to be happy.
00:16:27Thank you, baby.
00:16:41This is pretty lame so far, Dad.
00:16:44I find the database-driven applications very interesting.
00:16:47A chip off the old block, huh?
00:16:49Elizabeth, could the girls help you with something?
00:16:50Preferably something wildly exciting.
00:16:53I've got just the job.
00:16:55How about you ladies do some copying for me?
00:16:57Whatever.
00:16:57We'd love to assist.
00:17:00I've got a couple of calls to make.
00:17:01And then I will take my two new assistants out for lunch.
00:17:09And when the new profiles come in,
00:17:11we make two copies of the printouts.
00:17:12One for accounting, one for records.
00:17:14Got it.
00:17:15Great.
00:17:16Here you go.
00:17:19I've sorted them into two piles, male and female.
00:17:22You keep them sorted that way.
00:17:24I'll be back in a few minutes to check in on you.
00:17:27Come and get me if you run into any problems.
00:17:29Sounds pretty elementary.
00:17:34So, two copies for us?
00:17:37No, make three copies of the female pile.
00:17:40But she specifically said-
00:17:41And I'm specifically saying three.
00:17:44Why?
00:17:45For someone so smart, you can be pretty dumb.
00:17:47The third copy's for us.
00:17:50Why would we want to-
00:17:50These are all the ladies looking for men to date.
00:17:53What are we looking for?
00:17:55A lady for dad to date.
00:17:58romance4u.com
00:18:19Baby!
00:18:20I have treats!
00:18:20Come here!
00:18:21Come here!
00:18:22Good boy!
00:18:23Hey!
00:18:24Hey!
00:18:25I came straight from work so that I'd have time to cook before class
00:18:28and I found the perfect doctor to set you up with.
00:18:33Attractive, but totally the wrong outfit for cooking a kosher meal.
00:18:36Bailey's going to have to be your sous chef.
00:18:38I won't be here for the cooking part, only the eating.
00:18:41Oh, come.
00:18:42I have a date.
00:18:43Oh, thank you, Lord.
00:18:45I don't think he had anything to do with it.
00:18:47It's a romance4u.com date.
00:18:49My first scientifically compatible match.
00:18:51Scientifically compatible what?
00:18:53A website matched us up.
00:18:54It's a new venture in the valley.
00:18:56Apparently, they've been slowly stealing my clients for the last few months.
00:19:00This is totally not what I had in mind when I wanted to plan a dating program for you.
00:19:05Why are you letting them set you up on a date?
00:19:07It's the 21st century.
00:19:09They're very high tech and claim their computers can do my job better.
00:19:13No way!
00:19:14You brought together more couples than Noah.
00:19:16Don't worry.
00:19:17I'm going to prove that they can't.
00:19:19And when I do, I'm going to print it for the whole world to see on my hardhands blog.
00:19:22Oh, I love it.
00:19:30Have a good night.
00:19:41All right.
00:19:42He's perfect.
00:19:52Oh, he's waiting out front.
00:20:06I'll be in touch, Mrs. Moskowitz, but you're going to have to be patient.
00:20:09It might take some time to find a suitable gentleman, you know, in your age group.
00:20:13I'm not very picky.
00:20:15He just needs to have a driver's license and most of his hearing.
00:20:20Okay.
00:20:21Thanks, Mrs. Moskowitz.
00:20:23Bye-bye.
00:20:27If I ever divorce Mac, he fits the bill.
00:20:29Okay, stop that.
00:20:30You were never going to divorce Mac.
00:20:32You were my first and best match.
00:20:33Well, let's make sure you get to do more of your magic.
00:20:36Go in there and write up your bad date on the blog.
00:20:38Not yet.
00:20:40Come on, see.
00:20:41Let's see if anything new's coming.
00:20:45Oh, here you go.
00:20:46Lonely legal beagle.
00:20:4942-year-old criminal lawyer.
00:20:51Offices in Century City.
00:20:53His own home in Beverly Hills.
00:20:55There's nothing wrong with that.
00:20:57What are the qualities of your ideal partner?
00:20:59Nice personality.
00:21:00Tiny feet that look great in open-toed shoes.
00:21:04What is your idea of a perfect date?
00:21:06Walking along the Santa Monica pier with my lady wearing
00:21:09open-toed shoes with red polish on her nails.
00:21:13I have one question.
00:21:15If you go out with him, who foots the bill?
00:21:21How about this one?
00:21:23Auburn hair, green eyes, outgoing, smart, and not afraid of what tomorrow brings.
00:21:29She runs marathons, has traveled the world, and she loves animals.
00:21:34She really loves them.
00:21:35She has 14 cats.
00:21:37Oh, I missed that.
00:21:43Hey, this one sounds excellent.
00:21:44Her hobbies are theater, music, and literature.
00:21:47And look at her profession.
00:21:48A makeup artist.
00:21:50She's awesome.
00:21:51Not quite.
00:21:52What now?
00:21:54I'm not willing to relocate from...
00:21:55Fairbanks, Alaska?
00:21:58I give up.
00:22:00Wait, here's a possibility.
00:22:03Let me see.
00:22:05What are your best qualities?
00:22:07A good sense of humor.
00:22:08Loyalty to my friends.
00:22:10Cool.
00:22:11What qualities do you value most in a partner?
00:22:14Intelligence, humor, and he has to like my dog.
00:22:18Dad loves dogs.
00:22:20What is your idea of the perfect date?
00:22:24Horseback riding through the Helena Hills at sunset.
00:22:26She rides.
00:22:28And she's a self-employed businesswoman who lives here.
00:22:31What do we do now?
00:22:32We respond, of course, and then she rides back.
00:22:34Why would she ride back to a couple of kids?
00:22:37She wouldn't.
00:22:38But she'd ride back to delightful dad.
00:22:40A handsome littler with two exceptional daughters.
00:22:44Sick.
00:22:45That's a compliment in your vernacular, right?
00:22:47For sure.
00:22:50Dear Romantic at Heart.
00:22:54Dear Romantic at Heart.
00:22:57Read your profile with interest.
00:22:59I'm a widower with two darling daughters
00:23:02looking for the right woman to come into our lives.
00:23:06And here comes number three.
00:23:09Dear Delightful Dad.
00:23:12Thank you for responding to my profile.
00:23:15You sound like the kind of person I would love to meet.
00:23:19Let's set up something.
00:23:20Looking forward to meeting you.
00:23:21Susan.
00:23:22Susan.
00:23:23A good name.
00:23:24Feminine yet strong.
00:23:26I think dad's gonna like her.
00:23:28One problem.
00:23:29How do we get them to meet?
00:23:31We set up a date.
00:23:32Dad is not gonna go out on a date.
00:23:34Especially when he finds out how he got it.
00:23:37How we got it.
00:23:38He won't find out.
00:23:40Even for you, this is crazy.
00:23:42How won't he know he's on a date?
00:23:44Watch and learn.
00:23:45Dear Susan.
00:23:48I'm thrilled that you would like to meet.
00:23:52No, thrilled sounds like he's desperate.
00:23:56I'm very pleased that you would like to meet.
00:24:03Come in.
00:24:07It's very quiet in here.
00:24:08How's the homework coming?
00:24:09Of course it's going to be good.
00:24:10Of course it's going to be good, dad.
00:24:12Okay.
00:24:15Keep at it, except we'll be ready in half an hour.
00:24:26You sound like an exceptional person.
00:24:32And I think we would make a good match.
00:24:34However, I have an unusual request.
00:24:37Which I hope you will consider.
00:24:39Uh-oh.
00:24:40My two daughters come first in my life.
00:24:42Good.
00:24:43And I haven't dated since their mother passed away six years ago.
00:24:46That's so sad.
00:24:47Okay, stick to the latkes.
00:24:50I'm not sure how they will react to their dad starting to date again.
00:24:53He's a thoughtful man.
00:24:57So here's what I'd like to suggest.
00:24:59Every Saturday, my daughter, Cassie, goes riding.
00:25:02She gets through around noon and we go to a nearby place for lunch.
00:25:06How would it be if we accidentally bumped into you at the stables?
00:25:10Perhaps by asking you to suggest a restaurant.
00:25:13I hope you will decide to come.
00:25:14Sincerely?
00:25:16Sincerely, Josh.
00:25:18I like the way this Josh thinks.
00:25:20Previously?
00:25:21Oh, he's mindful of his children's feelings.
00:25:24So this all sounds legit to you?
00:25:25Yeah, but I'm one of those zany believers in the basic decency of people.
00:25:31So you think I should go to the tumbleweed stables and meet with this guy?
00:25:34Absolutely. It's a win-win situation.
00:25:36How so?
00:25:37Well, if he is who he says he is,
00:25:39you meet a candidate for kissing at midnight next New Year's Eve.
00:25:43If he isn't, well,
00:25:46got another dating fiasco to write about for your blog.
00:25:49You forgot the third possibility.
00:25:50What's that?
00:25:51What if he's the tumbleweed stables strangler?
00:25:53Oh, yeah, I'll be at work.
00:25:56Have your cell phone handy with me on speed dial.
00:26:04Oh, stunning!
00:26:07Like a magazine cover.
00:26:09Oh, I look better in a magazine.
00:26:12This must be quite an adjustment for you, leaving Buffalo, moving here.
00:26:17I would move to the moon for your mother.
00:26:21Well, that's nice.
00:26:25I know what you're thinking, Susan.
00:26:28You do?
00:26:28I am not an insensitive man.
00:26:31Well, I never said you were.
00:26:33You're thinking I'm not doing the right thing by your mother, the honorable thing.
00:26:38Moving in with her and all of that.
00:26:40Arthur, it's not my place.
00:26:42You're absolutely right.
00:26:43That is not the way for a gentleman to behave.
00:26:45My two favorite people.
00:26:49Okay.
00:26:49Hi, sweetheart.
00:26:51I am so ready for lunch.
00:26:52Let's go.
00:26:53Wait.
00:26:54What?
00:26:54Did you forget something?
00:26:55Yes.
00:26:57Susan.
00:26:58Yes?
00:26:58I would like to ask you for the honor of your mother's hand in marriage.
00:27:07You want to ask me?
00:27:08You're the one she loves most in the world.
00:27:10Yes.
00:27:10I want your permission, your approval.
00:27:16Well, I'm...
00:27:19Sure.
00:27:21You have my blessing.
00:27:28Catherine Flowers, would you make me the proudest,
00:27:32happiest man in the whole world by agreeing to become my wife?
00:27:36All right.
00:27:39All right.
00:27:41All right.
00:27:42And I think she's trying to say yes.
00:27:44All right.
00:28:06Oh.
00:28:08Dad, you should throw away that shirt.
00:28:11Golden Owl shirt?
00:28:12Are you kidding?
00:28:13This was the best concert I ever went to.
00:28:15No way.
00:28:16That was in the olden days.
00:28:17Yeah.
00:28:1880s.
00:28:18Right before dinosaurs die.
00:28:20What made that concert so special anyway?
00:28:23That's where I met your mom.
00:28:26Really?
00:28:27Yeah.
00:28:29She was there with a lot of her girlfriends from college.
00:28:36It was fun.
00:28:38Was she just as pretty then?
00:28:39Oh, yeah.
00:28:41Prettiest girl I'd ever seen.
00:28:45You look more like her every day.
00:28:49It's a little bit scary.
00:28:54Come on, here she comes.
00:28:56What a fine lady you are, Snowflake.
00:28:58I'm going to bring you some extra treats next week.
00:29:03Mr. Sherman.
00:29:04All right, Ben.
00:29:06All right.
00:29:08Cassie?
00:29:08Hi, Mr. Wyatt.
00:29:10How was old Snowflake this morning?
00:29:12She was a little stiff to the right at first, but we worked it out.
00:29:15Didn't we, girl?
00:29:18Better take her in.
00:29:18Let her get rested.
00:29:20See you next Saturday, Snowflake.
00:29:22Bye, Mr. Wyatt.
00:29:24Come on, girls.
00:29:25Let's go.
00:29:26She's not here.
00:29:28Maybe she's having trouble finding the place.
00:29:30We have to stall.
00:29:32Dad, I think we should go somewhere else for lunch.
00:29:35Because...
00:29:37Because I haven't worked up an appetite yet.
00:29:40What?
00:29:40You've been riding for two and a half hours.
00:29:42Come on, get in the car.
00:29:43I'm starving.
00:29:48Dad, let's go someplace different today.
00:29:51You want a break?
00:29:52The Sherman family lunch tradition?
00:29:55It's getting old.
00:29:56We're in our butt.
00:29:57I'm sure there are plenty of other cool places we could eat.
00:29:59Let's ask someone, like her.
00:30:03Why would I ask a perfect stranger?
00:30:05A stranger is just a friend you haven't met.
00:30:08I don't need to.
00:30:09Dad, just ask.
00:30:10Go, please.
00:30:11Come on.
00:30:12Just ask.
00:30:14Just come here.
00:30:15Go.
00:30:17Excuse me.
00:30:18Excuse me.
00:30:19Excuse me.
00:30:22You first.
00:30:24Can you tell us where we can go around here for lunch?
00:30:27Somewhere close?
00:30:29The best place in the city is right down the hill.
00:30:31Miss Molly's Good Eats.
00:30:32Oh, that's odd.
00:30:33I haven't been coming up here for years.
00:30:34Never heard of that before.
00:30:36Because it's a secret passed on only to chosen few.
00:30:41Well, I'm honored.
00:30:44What do you say, girls?
00:30:45Awesome.
00:30:45It sounds perfect.
00:30:49Can you give us directions?
00:30:50I was actually headed there, which is why I stopped you.
00:30:53Do you have the time?
00:30:55I watch.
00:30:56Yeah, it's 11.45.
00:30:58Oh, darn.
00:30:59I missed my friend.
00:31:00I was supposed to meet her.
00:31:02You should join us for lunch.
00:31:04Yeah, isn't that a good idea, Dad?
00:31:11Sure.
00:31:12Do you want to join us for lunch?
00:31:14I'd love to.
00:31:16Okay.
00:31:18I'm Josh.
00:31:19Josh Sherman.
00:31:20Susan.
00:31:20Susan?
00:31:23This is my eldest daughter, Jennifer, and Cassie.
00:31:26Hi.
00:31:27Hi.
00:31:28Hi.
00:31:29Nice to meet you.
00:31:30So should we follow you?
00:31:32Yes, follow me.
00:31:34Yeah.
00:31:35Come on.
00:31:36Remember, when you get there, you can't leave him alone, even for a moment,
00:31:41in case she mentions his email.
00:31:43So you come here a lot?
00:31:46Oh, on and off.
00:31:47My dad and I used to come here every Sunday morning when I was a little girl.
00:31:51Just the two of us.
00:31:52We would get up really early, and then we'd go for hikes for like two hours along the
00:31:58trails in the park, and then we'd come back here and have a huge breakfast.
00:32:01Sounds like a real treat.
00:32:03Yeah.
00:32:04Our little family tradition, like you having lunch with a girl.
00:32:10How would you know about that?
00:32:11Every family has traditions.
00:32:13It's universal.
00:32:16Yeah.
00:32:18By the way, I love your shirt.
00:32:20I mean...
00:32:20This old thing?
00:32:21Yeah, I have one from their concert at the Forum in 88.
00:32:26You know about the Owls?
00:32:28It's only like my favorite band.
00:32:32It's good to know there's still a few of us out there.
00:32:35Yeah, just a few.
00:32:37And then snowflakes suddenly stopped, and I fell straight into the bushes.
00:32:42I hope all you hurt was your pride.
00:32:43Oh, she was fine.
00:32:45I was the one in shock.
00:32:46Dad's a worrier.
00:32:47Not in a bad way.
00:32:49Not at all.
00:32:50He's a very solid person.
00:32:52Your girls certainly think a lot of you.
00:32:54That's very sweet.
00:32:55And surprising.
00:32:58Well, I guess we better go.
00:33:00Yeah.
00:33:01Come on, girls.
00:33:03We should get together again.
00:33:06Oh, what a nice idea.
00:33:08What do you think, Dad?
00:33:09Uh, well, yeah, sure.
00:33:12You should, like, exchange numbers or something.
00:33:15That's our home number in Dad's cell.
00:33:18Well, I tell you what.
00:33:19If Elizabeth ever quits, I know who's going to replace her.
00:33:22I always carry our numbers in case of emergency.
00:33:25Do you?
00:33:26I'm not as efficient, but I could probably write it down for you.
00:33:28Oh, goodness.
00:33:30We've got it.
00:33:31Let me just get that.
00:33:37You have very polite children.
00:33:39Yes, well, this morning has been a revelation.
00:33:42Here you go.
00:33:45There's my number.
00:33:47All right.
00:33:49Come on, girls.
00:33:50In the car.
00:33:50It was lovely to meet you.
00:33:51You too.
00:33:56Hey, Maureen.
00:33:56It's me, Susan.
00:33:58He was nothing like I thought he'd be.
00:34:00Are you running for your life?
00:34:03Seriously, Susan, you OK?
00:34:05He's great.
00:34:08Give me some quick details.
00:34:09I'm on duty.
00:34:10OK.
00:34:10He's funny, smart, kind of cute.
00:34:13Maybe the computer got it right.
00:34:15OK, don't remind me.
00:34:16I won't.
00:34:17Tell me more.
00:34:18His daughters were quirky and sweet.
00:34:22He seems like a good dad.
00:34:24And the whole accidental meeting thing totally worked like a charm.
00:34:28Well, when are you seeing him again?
00:34:30I don't know.
00:34:30Soon, I hope.
00:34:32No.
00:34:34No.
00:34:34Hoping isn't good enough.
00:34:35We've got to come up with a plan of action.
00:34:37I'll be over at 7.
00:34:38Order a pizza with dorks.
00:34:39Who wants salad?
00:34:40Me.
00:34:41Me.
00:34:41Me.
00:34:44I saw her business card when her stuff fell out.
00:34:47Hearts and flowers with pictures of flowers all over it.
00:34:50She must be a florist.
00:34:51I like her name.
00:34:52Cool.
00:34:54Here you go.
00:34:55So, Dad.
00:34:56When are you going to call Susan Flowers?
00:34:58Why would I call her?
00:34:59Because you liked her.
00:35:00And she gave you her number.
00:35:02The only reason she gave me her number is because it would have been rude not to.
00:35:05You guys put her and me in a really awkward position.
00:35:08But we've established that you liked her, correct?
00:35:12She's nice enough.
00:35:13And she's the only other human being on the planet that's heard of the golden owls.
00:35:16Uh-uh.
00:35:17Exactly.
00:35:18You have things in common.
00:35:20You have her number.
00:35:20You should call her.
00:35:22I rest my case.
00:35:22Impressive.
00:35:23But Counsel left out one significant detail.
00:35:28And what would that be?
00:35:30She probably got a boyfriend.
00:35:31No, she doesn't.
00:35:32How would you know that?
00:35:34Because she doesn't look like she has significant other.
00:35:36And how do people with significant others look?
00:35:41Not like her.
00:35:44Eat your pizza.
00:35:53Susan, for somebody who's great at giving dating advice, you're really lousy at taking it.
00:35:57No.
00:35:58I went along with his plan to meet the girls his way.
00:36:01The next move is up to him.
00:36:02Your knowledge of men could fit on the head of a pin.
00:36:05Okay.
00:36:06Please.
00:36:08Enlighten me about men, Sister Maureen.
00:36:11They have trouble making up their own minds.
00:36:13They appreciate a little push in the right direction.
00:36:15It's all in the Bible.
00:36:16Starting with Adam and Eve.
00:36:18Maybe that way.
00:36:18Maybe that way.
00:36:19Maybe that way.
00:36:20Maybe that way.
00:36:20Maybe that way.
00:36:21Maybe that way.
00:36:21Maybe that way.
00:36:22Maybe that wasn't exactly in the right direction.
00:36:23But it got things rolling big time.
00:36:25So should I offer him an apple?
00:36:27No, not exactly.
00:36:28Just send him a friendly email and tell him how much you enjoyed meeting him and his daughters.
00:36:34And suggest a follow-up coffee.
00:36:39What?
00:36:40I'm not expecting anyone.
00:36:42Maybe it's a dozen roses.
00:36:44You are way too romantic for your own good.
00:36:50I knew you'd be home.
00:36:53Hello, my dear.
00:36:54Hi, Kay.
00:36:54What are you doing here?
00:36:55Well, you didn't answer any of my emails nor any of my other messages.
00:36:59So I didn't know what else to do.
00:37:00I hear congratulations are in order.
00:37:02Oh, so you know.
00:37:04I'm surprised Susan shared the news with you.
00:37:07Why wouldn't I?
00:37:08Because you seemed less than thrilled.
00:37:09I gave my permission, didn't I?
00:37:11Yes, you did.
00:37:13Then you looked like you'd had a root canal.
00:37:15Anyway, you probably could not have said no, could you?
00:37:18I can tell you two need to talk.
00:37:20I should go.
00:37:20No, no, please stay.
00:37:23Oh, Susan, I want you to try.
00:37:30Try what?
00:37:31To have an open mind.
00:37:33I am trying.
00:37:33Well, then try harder.
00:37:39What do you what do you want me to do?
00:37:42Susan, from the time I was a little girl, I dreamed of the perfect wedding.
00:37:48Ah, the perfect gown.
00:37:50I made sketches.
00:37:51I cut pictures out of magazines.
00:37:52I had a whole scrapbook full of Kay's wedding gowns.
00:37:59Then I met your dad.
00:38:01He was being shipped out to Vietnam.
00:38:02It was a whirlwind romance.
00:38:04There wasn't time.
00:38:06You know the story.
00:38:07Yeah, I know.
00:38:09All you had time for was to take out a license and get down to City Hall.
00:38:14Right.
00:38:15So I forgot all about Kay's gowns.
00:38:17I mean, all that really mattered was your dad.
00:38:20But now, Susan, all these years later, I get another chance.
00:38:29And I want you to help me pick out my gown.
00:38:34Do you want me to help you pick out your gown?
00:38:40I'd love to do that.
00:38:42Yes.
00:38:44Yes.
00:38:50It's hopeless.
00:38:51He's never going to call her.
00:38:53She's a modern woman.
00:38:54Maybe she'll call him.
00:38:56No way.
00:38:57She thinks that he made her do all this stupid pretend stuff to meet us.
00:39:00If dad doesn't call her, then he'll seem like a jerk.
00:39:03And why would Susan want to date a jerk?
00:39:06Your language is a little crude, but the analysis is flawless.
00:39:09Thanks, I think.
00:39:11Hey, how about we set up a meeting tomorrow at May Park?
00:39:15Maybe get a coffee and go for a stroll.
00:39:17And how do we get dad to be there, Smarty?
00:39:20We don't.
00:39:23Dear Josh, what do you think?
00:39:27Too formal?
00:39:32Hi, Josh.
00:39:35So great meeting you and your daughters.
00:39:39Nah, girls.
00:39:44Meeting you and the girls.
00:39:47What?
00:39:49Who could be emailing me at this hour?
00:39:56Hi, Susan.
00:39:58Thanks for coming today.
00:40:00My girls just loved you.
00:40:03How about coffee tomorrow at 2 at May Park?
00:40:09Well, what do you know?
00:40:12What do you know, Bailey?
00:40:14Should I answer?
00:40:17Hi, Josh.
00:40:20Sounds great.
00:40:26See you then.
00:40:48Susan, wait!
00:40:55Oh, hi, girls.
00:40:58I thought I was meeting your dad.
00:40:59He didn't come with us.
00:41:00We told him we were going to a movie.
00:41:02I'm not following this.
00:41:05Why don't we all sit down?
00:41:07Okay.
00:41:08Would you like a drink?
00:41:09An ice cream or a treat?
00:41:11You pulled out my legs.
00:41:12No, thank you.
00:41:14So tell me what's going on here.
00:41:16Well, it's like this.
00:41:19Our dad has been on his own for quite a long time now.
00:41:22Six years.
00:41:23I know.
00:41:25And I'm sorry.
00:41:28Our dad was really sad for a long time.
00:41:30And the thing is, we've decided the time has come for him to start dating again.
00:41:34You decided?
00:41:35We did quite a bit of research and you were the top candidate.
00:41:38Well, I'm very flattered.
00:41:40But how does your dad fit into all of this?
00:41:43That note you got from DelightfulDad at Romance4U.com?
00:41:46We wrote it.
00:41:48Well, mainly I wrote it.
00:41:50So let me get this straight.
00:41:51You two sent a profile to Romance4U.com pretending to be your father
00:41:55and waited for responses.
00:41:57Is that it?
00:41:59More or less.
00:42:00You have to let him know what's going on right now.
00:42:03No!
00:42:04He liked you, Susan.
00:42:06But if he found out about all of this, that would be the end of it.
00:42:09And he'd be alone forever.
00:42:11Well, maybe you should just try to be patient.
00:42:14Let your dad do what he needs to do in his own time.
00:42:17You don't know him.
00:42:18He's very stubborn.
00:42:20In a good way.
00:42:21If you could call him so he knows you're free
00:42:24and just get a chance, we promise to tell him everything.
00:42:28Okay, look, girls.
00:42:30Here's the deal.
00:42:32I'll call your father.
00:42:33I'll go on one date with him.
00:42:35At the end of that date, you have to tell him the truth.
00:42:38One date?
00:42:39Either that or I call him right now and tell him.
00:42:44How about three dates?
00:42:45Please?
00:42:48Two.
00:42:48Two dates, final offer.
00:42:50You gave a hard bargain, Susan.
00:42:52It's a deal.
00:42:55Deal.
00:42:56Deal.
00:43:02We need to hurry because Artie's taking me to Vegas for the weekend.
00:43:05Okay, are you ready?
00:43:07As I'll ever be.
00:43:08Okay.
00:43:10Oh, wow.
00:43:14Do you like it?
00:43:15Yes.
00:43:16Hair down or up?
00:43:17Just like that.
00:43:18Just like that?
00:43:20You look beautiful.
00:43:22Oh, I feel beautiful.
00:43:23I do.
00:43:25I think it's because I'm so in love.
00:43:28Oh, baby.
00:43:30That's the way I want you to feel too.
00:43:31Maybe this nice weatherboard is the one that's gonna make you feel like that.
00:43:35We'll see.
00:43:37Baby, don't be like that.
00:43:38Like what?
00:43:39Like cautious.
00:43:41Sometimes you just need to take a chance.
00:43:43Jump in with both feet.
00:43:45Look at me.
00:43:46Yeah, you've certainly jumped in.
00:43:49Any gorgeous brides in here?
00:43:52Artie, you're not supposed to see me as bad luck.
00:43:54Don't you come in till I get out.
00:43:56Is it safe yet?
00:43:57Yeah, she's in the dressing room.
00:43:59Hey, I got a riddle for you.
00:44:02Why do brides always wear white?
00:44:05Why?
00:44:05Matches everything else in the kitchen.
00:44:09Hey, I bet she looks like a million bucks.
00:44:11You'd win that bet, Arthur.
00:44:14Hey, call me Artie.
00:44:16Better yet, why don't you call me Pops?
00:44:18All my nephews and nieces call me Pops.
00:44:22I think I'll stick with Arthur.
00:44:27You, you know what?
00:44:28You should sit because she might take a while.
00:44:40Good morning.
00:44:49I wouldn't jump to any conclusions.
00:44:51What's that supposed to mean?
00:44:54So how's that romance for you expose coming?
00:44:58I'm working on it.
00:45:09Take a deep breath, jump in with both feet.
00:45:20Take a deep breath, jump in with both feet.
00:45:40So
00:46:05Joshua Sherman speaking.
00:46:06Hello, hello, Josh.
00:46:09Josh, it's Susan.
00:46:12Susan Flowers from the other day.
00:46:14Yes, we met.
00:46:15Oh, of course.
00:46:19Hi.
00:46:20Hi.
00:46:23So how are you, Susan?
00:46:26Great.
00:46:27And you?
00:46:27Great.
00:46:28Also?
00:46:29Good.
00:46:30So anyway, I was calling to see if you'd like to get together this week.
00:46:35Sure.
00:46:37Let's see, Thursday, I have a business dinner.
00:46:43Friday's good.
00:46:44How about Friday?
00:46:45No, Friday's no good.
00:46:46I got a parent teacher meeting at my youngest daughter's school.
00:46:48Cassie, right?
00:46:49Yes.
00:46:51You got a good memory.
00:46:53Well, your daughters are very memorable.
00:46:57Let's see if that takes care of all the weeknights.
00:47:01I have an idea.
00:47:03Nothing glamorous or anything.
00:47:04Nothing glamorous, of course, but...
00:47:06Glamorous?
00:47:08I don't eat glamorous.
00:47:09Okay, in that case, how about joining me and the girls for dinner at our home on Sunday?
00:47:14Oh, great.
00:47:16That sounds great.
00:47:17Can I bring anything?
00:47:20Bring yourself and a good appetite.
00:47:22The girls always cook on Sunday.
00:47:24How cute.
00:47:26Okay, so what's the address?
00:47:29That'd be helpful, wouldn't it?
00:47:30It's 8746 Forest Lane.
00:47:34It's a date.
00:47:36I look forward to seeing you then.
00:47:38Me too, Josh.
00:47:41Bye, Susan.
00:47:42Bye.
00:47:53You what?
00:47:54Dad, how could you?
00:47:55What's wrong with asking her to come over here for dinner?
00:47:57It's not in the least bit romantic.
00:47:59Well, it was you two that wanted me to see her again.
00:48:01Take it or leave it.
00:48:02We have to plan a special menu.
00:48:03Something French with candles.
00:48:05Yeah.
00:48:06It's going to be no different to any other Sunday night, girls.
00:48:09We'll eat in the dining room, of course, using the good china.
00:48:12We don't have good china.
00:48:13Then we'll buy some.
00:48:14And I'll put together a CD of appropriate classical dinner music.
00:48:17And we need flowers.
00:48:18She's a florist, so her thing is flowers.
00:48:21How do you know she's a florist?
00:48:24I saw her business card.
00:48:25She owns her own shop.
00:48:27Florist.
00:48:28That's nice.
00:48:29And, Dad, you should really get some new clothes.
00:48:32Something from this century.
00:48:34Guys, here's a reality check, okay?
00:48:37All that's going to happen is a guest, who happens to be a woman, is coming over for dinner.
00:48:42We're not going to pretend to wear anything we're not.
00:48:44You're right.
00:48:45And don't tell her what you do.
00:48:47Did you hear a word I said?
00:48:49Under no circumstances should you discuss your profession.
00:48:53Just out of curiosity.
00:48:54Why not?
00:48:55Well, if I was a woman, which I will be someday soon,
00:48:58and I heard a guy ran romance4u.com, I'd think he had a lot of girlfriends.
00:49:02So I wouldn't want to date him.
00:49:04I see.
00:49:05If it comes up, just tell her you're a businessman.
00:49:08With diverse interests.
00:49:09Yeah, diverse interests.
00:49:10That sounds cool.
00:49:12Yeah, too bad I don't have time before Sunday to grow a goatee.
00:49:16I would suit you.
00:49:24What a lovely table.
00:49:25Oh, this is nothing.
00:49:27We always dine like this on Sundays.
00:49:29It's a Sherman family tradition.
00:49:31Usually the butler serves aperitifs, but he took the night off.
00:49:35Well, I'm very impressed.
00:49:38You like the flower arrangement?
00:49:40We did it ourselves.
00:49:41Well, you're very talented.
00:49:44It's a work of art.
00:49:46There you go, girls.
00:49:46It's a compliment coming from someone who knows all about flowers.
00:49:56There's me and Snowflake.
00:49:58This is the moment I knew I loved horses.
00:50:01You were very cute, both you and Snowflake.
00:50:05Look at this, Susan.
00:50:06This is the dress I wore last year to the Sadie Hawkins dance.
00:50:09Cool!
00:50:10Did you ask a boy?
00:50:12No.
00:50:12She wanted to ask Adam Stein.
00:50:14Shut up.
00:50:15Hey, hey, no.
00:50:16It's okay.
00:50:17Do you like this Adam Stein?
00:50:19Sort of, I guess.
00:50:20But he's kind of mean to me.
00:50:23Okay, ladies.
00:50:25Let me let you in on a little secret.
00:50:27What?
00:50:29Well, sometimes when a boy really likes you, he pretends to be mean to you.
00:50:33Really?
00:50:35It's the truth.
00:50:37That explains a lot.
00:50:39So, Susan, would you say boys prefer girls with or without glasses?
00:50:47Glasses are definitely a plus.
00:50:49I mean, sometimes.
00:50:51I mean, for one thing, they make your eyes look bigger, which is always attractive.
00:50:56And they let a boy know that he's dealing with a young woman who's very secure with who she is.
00:51:14Well, I feel like I need to apologize.
00:51:16For what?
00:51:17Well, I'm sure sitting around with a couple of kids all night wasn't your idea of a great date.
00:51:21Are you kidding?
00:51:22I can't remember the last time I had this much fun.
00:51:26It was wonderful seeing the girls with you.
00:51:29I didn't realize how much they needed.
00:51:33And when their mom died, I swore to myself that I would be the best dad and mom in the world to them.
00:51:41I'm sure you have been.
00:51:43Somehow, I don't think it's enough now.
00:51:46Well, I should go.
00:51:48Oh, um, I don't suppose you're free tomorrow afternoon?
00:51:53What did you have in mind?
00:51:55Well, the kids get out early from school.
00:51:57And Cassie wants to go riding naturally.
00:51:59And Jennifer wants to tag along.
00:52:00She's breaking in a new pair of jeans.
00:52:03Good reason for a ride.
00:52:05I got it figured out.
00:52:06Wow.
00:52:07Anyway, I'm going to be a long way from home, and I'm going to miss you a lot.
00:52:13Anyway, I'm going to be alone in the park for a few hours.
00:52:16And I thought you might like to come for a hike.
00:52:20I'd love to.
00:52:22Okay.
00:52:23Terrific.
00:52:24Meet you at the tumbleweed stables at three?
00:52:27Sounds like a plan.
00:52:30Good night, Josh.
00:52:32Nice to meet you.
00:52:33Oh, got it.
00:52:42Susan, what are you doing here?
00:52:55I'm sorry.
00:52:56I couldn't wait for you to get off duty.
00:52:58My worst fear has been realized.
00:53:00What happened?
00:53:00The romance4u.com computer worked.
00:53:03I just had the best date of my life.
00:53:05Well, no worry.
00:53:06It wasn't entirely the computer.
00:53:07My prayers helped.
00:53:09I can't wait for you to meet him.
00:53:11His name's Josh.
00:53:12I've never seen you like this.
00:53:14I've never felt like this.
00:53:15Maybe your New Year's resolution is going to come true,
00:53:17and you'll be kissing your perfect match at midnight on New Year's Eve.
00:53:20Okay.
00:53:21Don't get carried away.
00:53:23Oh, I didn't mean to put it out there.
00:53:26What does Josh of yours do for a living?
00:53:28I don't know.
00:53:29We didn't discuss that.
00:53:30Diverse interests.
00:53:31I don't know.
00:53:32I'll check him out online.
00:53:35Oh, I'm sorry.
00:53:35I have to go back to work.
00:53:36Whatever it is, I'm sure it's perfect.
00:53:38Okay.
00:53:39Bye.
00:53:42Bye.
00:53:49Sherman.
00:53:49Might be Joshua.
00:53:52Sherman.
00:53:54Baby!
00:53:56Baby!
00:53:59We're back from Vegas.
00:54:00In the flesh.
00:54:02Wow.
00:54:03You two look like you hit the jackpot.
00:54:06We got married.
00:54:07We got hitched.
00:54:08You what?
00:54:09We got married.
00:54:10We did.
00:54:11Not that we planned it or anything.
00:54:12We saw this couple walk out of the Elvis Chapel,
00:54:15and suddenly it hit us just like that.
00:54:17I said, Artie, what are we waiting for?
00:54:18Let's go for it right now.
00:54:20And your plans?
00:54:22What about Kay's gown?
00:54:23Kay's gown.
00:54:24You know what?
00:54:25On your big day, should you want it, you can have Kay's gown.
00:54:28But this was supposed to be your dream wedding.
00:54:30Sweetheart, it's not about a gown.
00:54:32My dream is really about finding someone that I have a chance at happiness with.
00:54:37Really.
00:54:38Oh.
00:54:40Congratulations.
00:54:41But I don't want you to feel left out.
00:54:43Oh, no.
00:54:44We're going to have a divine reception next month.
00:54:47Party of the year.
00:54:49Hey, come on.
00:54:50How about a hug for old Artie?
00:54:53Congratulations, Arthur.
00:54:55Welcome to the family.
00:54:58I'm going to make you proud.
00:55:00Come on.
00:55:01Let's celebrate.
00:55:02Come on, baby.
00:55:03But I've got to...
00:55:04No, no, no, no, no, no.
00:55:09Smile.
00:55:11Ha, like a postcard.
00:55:14Looks like your date's here, Dad.
00:55:19We're going to have a long ride, so enjoy yourselves.
00:55:22Yeah, if you're late getting back, we'll just wait here.
00:55:24As long as it takes, no problem.
00:55:27Hi, girls.
00:55:28Hey.
00:55:29Hi.
00:55:31Going for a ride?
00:55:32Yeah.
00:55:33Okay, have a good one.
00:55:36Bye.
00:55:37Bye.
00:55:38Ready?
00:55:39Yes, sir.
00:55:39Okay.
00:55:44It's so unbelievably beautiful.
00:55:47Yeah.
00:55:49It's a really special place.
00:55:51Are you hungry?
00:55:53I made, um, sandwiches.
00:55:55You did?
00:55:57I...
00:55:59Turkey.
00:56:00And turkey.
00:56:01Oh, I'll take, um, turkey.
00:56:03Okay.
00:56:04Either one.
00:56:08So do you come hiking here with the girls a lot?
00:56:11No, not really.
00:56:14I used to come here a lot.
00:56:19Well, I'm happy you brought me.
00:56:21I'm happy you came.
00:56:26Me too.
00:56:28Really?
00:56:38Well, they're late getting back.
00:56:39That's a good sign.
00:56:40An excellent sign.
00:56:42You think she's really gonna make us tell them everything today?
00:56:45She's a decisive woman.
00:56:46And the deal was we tell them after two dates.
00:56:48This is the second date.
00:56:50Let's hope it went really well.
00:56:55Here they are.
00:56:57Hi.
00:56:58Hi.
00:56:59How was your hike?
00:57:00It was great.
00:57:01Nice.
00:57:02So you're gonna be doing it again?
00:57:04Seeing how you both seem to have enjoyed it so much.
00:57:06These guys are better than the dating service.
00:57:09We had a great time.
00:57:11And yes, we have plans to see each other again.
00:57:14Excellent.
00:57:16And I think there's something you wanted to say to your dad.
00:57:20There is?
00:57:21Oh, Mr. Sherman.
00:57:22Yeah.
00:57:23Can I have a word with you?
00:57:24Sure, Ben.
00:57:24What's up?
00:57:25Uh, Snowflake.
00:57:27What about her?
00:57:29She's getting on in age and gets tired real easy.
00:57:32We decided to retire her.
00:57:34No, you can't do that.
00:57:36Cassie's been riding her forever.
00:57:38Believe me, Mr. Sherman.
00:57:40This has not been an easy decision.
00:57:42We just can't afford to keep her.
00:57:44Do something.
00:57:46I'm sorry.
00:57:49Dad.
00:57:50They'll make glue out of her.
00:57:53I read it in a book.
00:57:55Honey.
00:57:58Cassie.
00:58:04I'm sorry, Snowflake.
00:58:08I'm so sorry.
00:58:17I'm sorry, girl.
00:58:19I love you.
00:58:25Morning.
00:58:26Could you get me the file on Miss Moskowitz?
00:58:28I need-
00:58:28Miss Moskowitz is no longer with us.
00:58:30What?
00:58:31That sweet old lady died?
00:58:33Worse.
00:58:33She signed up with Romance4U.com.
00:58:36Do we have to lose all our clients before you finally write that expose?
00:58:41I'm sorry.
00:58:42I've been a little distracted.
00:58:45It's time to focus, boss.
00:58:48Look, our friends at Romance4U.com have these new glossy brochures out.
00:58:53Use that for inspiration.
00:58:56I'll take care of it.
00:59:03Hi.
00:59:20Hi.
00:59:21Did I catch you at work?
00:59:23Nope. Just took a long lunch to take care of some business.
00:59:26The Shermans are now proud owners of a horse.
00:59:29You bought Snowflake?
00:59:30How could I resist? You saw Cassie's face.
00:59:35Did the girls know?
00:59:36No, no. I thought I would tell them tonight at dinner.
00:59:40Come over.
00:59:42Oh, it's a family occasion, I know.
00:59:44I would like for you to be a part of it.
00:59:49I'd love to.
00:59:50Yeah.
00:59:52I'm focused. Don't worry. I'm working.
00:59:54I kind of have to get back. I was just-
01:00:01Anyway, Josh, I wanted to ask you, I forgot to ask you.
01:00:09What line of work did you say you were in?
01:00:13I'm in business. You know, diverse interests.
01:00:19Yeah. Diverse interests. Right.
01:00:26I'll see you at seven.
01:00:28Okay. Bye.
01:00:31Bye.
01:00:53The road to love is littered with dashed hopes and trampled expectations.
01:00:58You're not ready to be hurt. Better to stay out of the game.
01:01:14I knew it was too good to be true.
01:01:19Is this your Josh Sherman?
01:01:22No, there must be some explanation.
01:01:24There sure is. Josh Sherman, CEO of romanceforyou.com tricked me.
01:01:29He lied to me. And worst of all, he got his daughters involved.
01:01:34Why?
01:01:35Business. He wanted to get rid of the competition. It's totally unethical.
01:01:40But you were doing the same thing.
01:01:42That's different. I didn't know who he was.
01:01:45Maybe he didn't know that you're you. Maybe it was a coincidence.
01:01:50Are you okay?
01:01:51Yeah. I mean, at first I felt like a truck fell on me. I could barely breathe.
01:01:58I can understand that.
01:02:00Oh, I gotta go. I'm gonna be late to Josh's for dinner.
01:02:04You're going to Josh's for dinner?
01:02:05Of course. He invited me.
01:02:07And?
01:02:08And he doesn't know I'm onto him. I'm gonna play this game to the bitter end.
01:02:12I've got an expose to write.
01:02:14Susan, don't.
01:02:15Tonight I'm going to gather all the ammunition I need
01:02:19to blow romanceforyou.com right out of the water.
01:02:28Remember to save room for a very special dessert.
01:02:31I'm not hungry, Dad.
01:02:32Oh, you like this one. I guarantee it.
01:02:37Here, girls. Take your plates.
01:02:45Here it is. Voila.
01:03:01This is Snowflake.
01:03:02Did you buy her?
01:03:03That's right. Snowflake is the newest member of our family.
01:03:09I have to get a new blanket and a saddle.
01:03:11Yes.
01:03:11Yeah, and everything.
01:03:13Cost me a fortune in boarding fees.
01:03:15I'm sure you can find the money somewhere, among all your diverse interests.
01:03:21We can keep her here.
01:03:22Somehow I don't think the neighbors are going to appreciate a horse in a garage.
01:03:26And I need the space for my car in four years.
01:03:29As long as I can ride her any time I want.
01:03:31Well, that's the idea.
01:03:33Here you go. Take your cake.
01:03:35You can go watch some TV.
01:03:41Gracias.
01:03:43Don't worry about us.
01:03:44Enjoy yourselves.
01:03:45Okay.
01:03:50Well, that went well.
01:03:51Yes, it did. So do you need some help cleaning up?
01:03:54Nope, fine.
01:03:56Are you sure?
01:03:57Yeah, I'm responsible.
01:04:04Is, um, is everything okay? You seem a little...
01:04:08Oh, sure. I'm tired. Long week.
01:04:11I'm sure you have some insight on how difficult my work can be.
01:04:15Actually, I have no idea about your line of work.
01:04:19I think you do.
01:04:21Is it, uh, is it a busy time right now?
01:04:24Well, not as busy as it could be.
01:04:25Competition, you know.
01:04:27Yeah. Oh, yeah.
01:04:30Well, you have Valentine's Day coming up. That'll be good.
01:04:33Sure. A lot of people out there looking for love then.
01:04:37And that's when business is best, right?
01:04:40Yeah.
01:04:42A lot of lonely people.
01:04:45They can be good for business.
01:04:49Great for business.
01:04:51Yeah.
01:04:54Oh, let's not talk about work.
01:04:57You know what, Josh? I gotta go.
01:04:59I have to be at work early.
01:05:03Let me walk you out.
01:05:04Take a bite of the girls.
01:05:05We'll be seeing them again sometime soon.
01:06:04Did I dream?
01:06:13No. I couldn't sleep.
01:06:17I kept thinking about tonight.
01:06:21It's pleasant having her around here.
01:06:23Yeah. She makes Dad happy.
01:06:29Do you think Mom minds?
01:06:32No. I think she's glad.
01:06:34She wants for Dad to be happy, too.
01:06:38Jen?
01:06:39Yeah?
01:06:43You know how I don't have any memories of Mom?
01:06:46Mm-hmm.
01:06:48Well, there is one I think about sometimes.
01:06:53It's almost like a dream.
01:06:55What is it?
01:07:00I remember I was in my crib.
01:07:04I listened to this beautiful voice talking to me.
01:07:07Yeah.
01:07:08Mom had a real pretty voice.
01:07:11It made you feel all warm and safe.
01:07:14Like nothing could ever hurt you.
01:07:18She was telling me a story.
01:07:21Something about a princess.
01:07:24When it was over, she leaned down to kiss me goodnight.
01:07:30And her hair touched my face.
01:07:32It was soft like silk.
01:07:35That's a nice memory.
01:07:41Goodnight.
01:07:42Goodnight. I love you.
01:07:43I love you, too.
01:07:54Susan's Heart Hints.
01:07:56Today's hint is about trying to make a match.
01:08:00The Romance4U.com way.
01:08:03Many singles desperate to connect
01:08:06have turned to this new company hoping that
01:08:09a computer will find a way to brighten their solitary lives.
01:08:12My secret research into the workings of Romance4U.com
01:08:16has uncovered evidence to show that they are hoping in vain.
01:08:20The three unsuitable matches set up for me by Romance4U.com.
01:08:24One with a college student.
01:08:26The other with a foot fetishist.
01:08:29And the third with a man who was not at all what he claimed to be.
01:08:33Provide ample proof that machines cannot replace the personal touch.
01:08:38Martin, look up a profile of a client by the name of Susan Flowers.
01:08:43Print out the information and bring it to me immediately.
01:08:46The sad truth is that companies like Romance4U.com are all about business.
01:08:53The best way to set up a match is still the old-fashioned way.
01:08:57Working with people who care.
01:09:00The way we've been doing with unrivaled success for a decade
01:09:05at Hearts and Flowers.
01:09:11Thanks, Elizabeth.
01:09:13But shouldn't I eat that?
01:09:14No.
01:09:15Please.
01:09:27I'm full.
01:09:37Yes!
01:09:42Hi, Mel.
01:09:43I'm late.
01:09:44I take back every terrible thing I ever said about you.
01:09:49Thanks.
01:09:49Oh, the phone's been ringing off the hook.
01:09:51I'm into next month on appointments.
01:09:54Could you make me a cup of coffee?
01:09:56Anything you want.
01:09:58Black.
01:10:03Hearts and Flowers, may I help you?
01:10:24Dear Susan, I've been writing and rewriting this all day long.
01:10:31It finally comes down to one word.
01:10:38I'm disappointed.
01:10:41I'm disappointed in you.
01:10:43I'm disappointed in you.
01:10:45I'm disappointed that the future I dared to dream about for the first time in six years
01:10:49was just that.
01:10:53A dream.
01:11:08I can't believe we had a conflict.
01:11:10I'm so lucky.
01:11:12I can't believe it.
01:11:13I know.
01:11:14Now I need to get a horse.
01:11:16I know.
01:11:20Now that Snowflake's ours, I can visit her anytime, right?
01:11:25Right.
01:11:27June and I could even ride our bikes over on a weekday.
01:11:30It's too far.
01:11:32Can we have a picnic in the park this weekend?
01:11:35Yeah, Susan can bring her dog.
01:11:36She says she has a very intelligent dog, Bailey.
01:11:39I've always wanted a dog.
01:11:41Maybe we'll have one soon.
01:11:43So, Dad, why don't you call Susan?
01:11:45Yeah, see if Sunday's good for her.
01:11:47Guys, I don't think that we're going to be seeing much of Susan again.
01:11:50What do you mean?
01:11:52Things didn't work out.
01:11:54But she's perfect for you.
01:11:55What happened?
01:11:59It's a grown-up thing.
01:12:00Dad, come on.
01:12:01We have a right to know.
01:12:05I thought June was going to be our new mom.
01:12:08What would give you an idea like that?
01:12:12Dinner's over.
01:12:12Take your plates to the kitchen.
01:12:13Brush your teeth.
01:12:14Go to bed.
01:12:26Hurt so much.
01:12:29Baby.
01:12:31Maybe you should call him.
01:12:35There's nothing to say.
01:12:36There's always something to say.
01:12:39Not this time.
01:12:40No.
01:12:43Okay, then you tell me what I can do to make you feel better.
01:12:47Just hold me.
01:12:54Sweetheart, what are you doing up?
01:12:56Made some tea for my girls.
01:12:59With cookies.
01:13:00Cookies are important.
01:13:04You go on up to bed.
01:13:05I'll be up shortly.
01:13:06Take as long as you want.
01:13:10Good night.
01:13:11Good night.
01:13:13Good night, pups.
01:13:24You know what, Mom?
01:13:25Hmm?
01:13:27I don't think I could have found a better match for you in a million years.
01:13:43So,
01:13:58Cassie?
01:13:59I had a bad dream.
01:14:02Can I come in?
01:14:05You asleep?
01:14:12So,
01:14:29sir, do you have any idea where your daughter might have headed?
01:14:31I don't know.
01:14:31I don't know where she would go to by herself in the middle of the night.
01:14:34She's never done anything like this before.
01:14:42No.
01:14:47You know, does she have any friends in the neighborhood?
01:14:48Or maybe a classmate?
01:14:51Melissa's down there on the road.
01:14:53No.
01:14:54No, Dad, I know where she is.
01:15:12Make some room here, make some room, let's go.
01:15:43Hello?
01:15:48Susan, I'm sorry to wake you up,
01:15:50but there's a little girl who's been brought in with a head injury.
01:15:53Her name is Cassandra Sherman.
01:15:55Dad is Josh Sherman.
01:15:57Oh, okay, I'll be right there.
01:16:13So,
01:16:32how is she?
01:16:33She's stable, but she's still unconscious.
01:16:34She needs to be monitored closely.
01:16:36What happened?
01:16:37She decided to go for a horseback ride in the middle of the night.
01:16:40Snowflake?
01:16:42Her dad and her sister are back with her.
01:17:05Susan, what are you doing here?
01:17:07I came to see Cassie.
01:17:12Susan, you came.
01:17:19Are you okay?
01:17:20Yeah, I think she went to see Snowflake because she was sad about you guys.
01:17:24That's what happened, isn't it?
01:17:25You told Dad what we did and he got mad, right?
01:17:28What are you talking about?
01:17:32Cassie.
01:17:33Cassie.
01:17:33Cassie.
01:17:34Cassie.
01:17:36Cass.
01:17:37Cassie.
01:17:38I'll never be mean to you again, I promise.
01:17:42Cassie.
01:17:49Come back to us, sweetheart.
01:18:12Here you are.
01:18:19Your prayers must have been heard.
01:18:21Cassie just regained consciousness.
01:18:23She's gonna be okay?
01:18:24Well, she's gonna have a nasty bump on her head for a couple weeks,
01:18:26but she's gonna be good as new.
01:18:37Susan.
01:18:38Yeah.
01:18:40I was watching Josh with his children.
01:18:44That's a good man.
01:18:48I know, but you know, it's... it's over.
01:18:59Susan, you can fool a lot of people, maybe even yourself,
01:19:04but I've known you too long for you to be able to fool me.
01:19:07Honey, you're not happy.
01:19:09This is your chance for the family you should have.
01:19:16This love?
01:19:22Oh, you, you, you.
01:19:27How do you know?
01:19:36I don't know.
01:19:36And you're positive that Snowflake's okay?
01:19:38No, she's in better shape than I am.
01:19:41Hospital food is awesome.
01:19:43You just think we have to find a new word.
01:19:45She's back to normal.
01:19:48She's back to normal.
01:19:51I need you to clear something up for me.
01:19:53You said something to Susan that I can't figure out.
01:19:56What did, Cleb?
01:19:57You said to Susan that I must be mad about something that she told me that you did.
01:20:03What?
01:20:04Susan didn't tell you anything about us?
01:20:06About the profiles and the emails?
01:20:08No, she didn't tell me about profiles or emails.
01:20:11What?
01:20:14Dad, you better sit down.
01:20:15Or maybe lie down on the bed.
01:20:18What have you two done?
01:20:19It was Cassie's idea.
01:20:21No, she's the one who put the thought in my head.
01:20:22No, I didn't!
01:20:23Cassie!
01:20:24Enough.
01:20:25One at a time.
01:20:26You first.
01:20:28Well, we're going to have to start over.
01:20:32Well, we decided that you should date again.
01:20:35We need a woman around the house.
01:20:36It's getting lonely.
01:20:38So we went to romance4u.com and made a profile.
01:20:41That's how we met Susan.
01:20:44Oh, girls.
01:20:47But she's really nice, right?
01:20:48And pretty.
01:20:52Yeah.