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Rose Collins runs into an old high school friend while Christmas shopping. They exchange small talk where Rose mentions her large family, but the encounter feels uncomfortable, prompting her to quickly say goodbye.

After her encounter, Rose visits her mother Helen, who is suffering from advanced Alzheimer's at a hospital. She brings her mother presents and hangs an angel figurine in the room of a comatose patient nearby.

New York cop Mike Riley spots a beautiful woman named Nina and offers her a ride. Their playful banter reveals they are engaged, hinting at a deeper relationship.

At her workplace, Rose's assistant brings up her personal struggles, including her divorce and caring for her mother. The assistant suggests she needs to date again, which leads Rose to consider her young coworker Marco's interest.

Marco asks Rose out on a date, and after some hesitation, she agrees. However, during the date, when Marco makes his intentions clear, Rose feels uncomfortable and asks him to leave.

Mike drops Nina off at work, but when he sees her embrace another man, he becomes jealous. This misunderstanding leads to a confrontation when he later discovers that her friend is actually gay.

Jules sits in a diner recalling the best Christmas he ever had while hospitalized as a child. His conversation with Glenn centers around his debts and their plans for later.

While at a bar, Rose participates in an open-mic contest where she shares her emotional story about her ex-husband and a tragic loss. Her raw honesty wins her the sympathy of the audience, and she receives a miniature Christmas tree.

Feeling lost, Rose wanders to a nearby pier where she meets Charlie, who shares that he used to be a priest. Their conversation allows her to open up about her turmoil and reveals Charlie's gentle nature.

Meanwhile, Mike learns about Artie’s troubled past involving the death of his wife. This realization forces Mike to confront his own jealousy issues regarding his relationship with Nina.

Rose and Charlie end up sharing a night together, which leads them to share their biggest wishes. Charlie unveils his wish to not die alone, prompting deep introspection for Rose.

After a positive pregnancy test, Nina confronts Mike, urging him to address his jealousy. Their discussion leads to heartfelt admissions about love and trust as they attempt to reconcile their relationship.

Rose discovers the true identity of Charlie back at the hospital and learns that he was the patient she had seen before. Their moment allows her to give him comfort as he passes away, fulfilling his wish not to be alone.

Mike, realizing the importance of forgiveness, reconciles with Artie before making his way back to Nina. Meanwhile, Nina is left with a decision that could affect her life forever.

Rose visits her mother again and receives a sign of approval for her to move on in life. This pivotal moment helps her make plans for dating once more, bringing a sense of hope and happiness.