The holidays are here

Natalie couldn't believe how many holiday sweaters she'd accumulated over the years. But she was ready to start the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party early this year. After all, she did love the holidays. She'd already decorated the apartment.

Of course, Joon was a bit glum. Didn't she remember Ivy's folks were on the brink of divorce and now Bom, his so-called step-sister showed up?

"You need to think positive," she told him he was going to be the Grinch at this rate.

He hugged himself harder as if she just wasn't looking at the real picture.

"Well, I don't want to be you," Natalie said one of them had to at least be in a good mood. She found a Christmas sweater to put on him as if maybe he might find something to smile about.

She spoke of all the things in her life she was thankful for, like Holly and her new family, having her cousin Lizzy nearby.

"And now, you're family is here too." She couldn't help but smile, happy that her cousin had met Liam.

She hugged Joon and kissed him with a smile. She was glad they were together and was certain nothing could ever tear them apart.