On the 2nd Day of Christmas

Trish and Patsy sit in a diner planning their next theft. Patsy questions the morality of pick-pocketing, while Trish insists they target those who can afford to lose a little. She even mentions returning wallets to their owners, framing their crime as a social crusade.

Mel, Trish's former beau, arrives at the diner chased by men he owes money to. The tension between their past and the criminal lifestyle highlights the stakes they face. Trish and Patsy notice the trouble as they plan their next move.

The trio heads to Limber's department store to steal from Mr. Limber. Patsy disguises herself with a blonde wig and attempts to lift from him. They are caught by security guard Bert, ending the attempt.

Trish and Patsy are brought to Limber's office and threatened with arrest. Since it's Christmas and Social Services is closed, Bert agrees to watch over them at his place until December 26. The arrangement gives them time to reassess and introduces Bert's reluctant guardianship.

Over the hours, Trish and Bert develop an attraction as they navigate the holiday precautions. The impending Social Services hand-off adds emotional weight to their bond. The unlikely couple contemplates a future beyond their criminal lifestyle.

Bert takes Trish and Patsy to Maplewood for his family's Christmas dinner, providing warmth amid the turmoil. The celebration softens the harsh realities they face. Patsy experiences a glimpse of normalcy, strengthening the trust among them.

They visit Santa's Castle where Patsy confesses her misdeeds to Santa's head elf. She writes to Santa asking for a bicycle to be delivered to Bert's apartment. The wish becomes a beacon of hope for their fragile family.

Very early on December 26, Bert rushes to Limber's to buy the promised bicycle. The gesture signals his commitment to Patsy and to giving them a fresh start. It marks the plan moving from wish to tangible reward.

The bicycle arrives later that morning at Bert's apartment, making Patsy elated and reinforcing the growing sense of family. The small gift becomes a tangible symbol of hope amid their precarious situation. Trish and Patsy feel a renewed sense of possibility.

Mel reappears and abducts Patsy to use her for a theft at Limber's during the post-Christmas rush. Bert confronts Mel and a chase ensues, culminating in the capture of the kidnapper. The plan collapses, but the chance for redemption remains alive.

They all end up back in Limber's office where Social Services officials await. Yet Patsy's Christmas wish appears to grant them a second chance to prove themselves. Mel is hauled off to jail, sealing the temporary relief.

With the threat of the past behind them, Bert quits his job and proposes to Trish, signaling a new, more hopeful future. The trio looks forward to a stable life built on trust and family. The ending hints at a fresh start for Patsy, Trish, and Bert.