Ep 10. Blue Christmas

Katie Otto loves Christmas. She loves the decorations, the music, the baking, and the traditions. But this year, she's feeling blue. Her eldest daughter, Taylor, has decided to spend Christmas with her boyfriend's family instead of at home with her parents and siblings. Katie is crushed. She's afraid that this is a sign of things to come, that her family is growing apart and that her children are leaving her behind.

Katie's husband, Greg, tries to comfort her, but he's preoccupied with work and Christmas shopping. He's also dealing with his own feelings of inadequacy as a father and husband. He tries to buy the perfect gifts for his family, but he's never quite sure if he's doing the right thing.

As Christmas approaches, Katie struggles to get into the holiday spirit. She tries to bake cookies, but they turn out burnt. She tries to decorate the tree, but she can't seem to get the lights to stay on. She even tries to volunteer at the local homeless shelter, but she feels out of place and awkward.

Meanwhile, Greg is dealing with his own issues. He's been put in charge of the office's Secret Santa gift exchange, which he sees as a crucial test of his leadership skills. He's also struggling with his relationship with his own father, who he hasn't spoken to in years.

As the day of the gift exchange approaches, Greg becomes more and more anxious. He's worried that he's bought the wrong gift and that he'll be ridiculed by his coworkers. But when the exchange finally takes place, Greg is pleasantly surprised by the thoughtful gift that he receives.

Katie, on the other hand, is still feeling down. She's worried that her family is drifting apart and that she's losing the connection that she's always prided herself on having with her children. But when Taylor surprises her by coming home for Christmas after all, Katie's spirits are lifted. She realizes that her family may be growing up and moving on, but they'll always be connected by their love for each other.

In the end, the Otto family gathers together to celebrate Christmas. They exchange gifts, sing carols, and enjoy a festive meal together. Despite their challenges, they've come together to celebrate the most important thing of all: family.