It's Christmas day: Eric reminisces about the many happy holiday memories that have taken place in his home throughout the years. The Spencers arrive with Steffy and Thomas in tow, surprised that Eric put Stephanie's portrait back up on the wall for Christmas. Liam and Steffy are thrilled to be reunited on this occasion. Wyatt breaks the news to Bill and Katie about his intent to become closer to Ivy who is on vacation with her dad in Mexico. Across town, Brooke is sitting all alone in her living room with R.J. on a trip and Bridget canceling last-minute due to a snow storm in New York. Just as she tearfully remembers happier times, Eric arrives and convinces his former wife to join him for the holiday festivities. Amidst the cheerfully singing Forrester and Spencer families, Eric gives Brooke a locket with pictures of her four children. They share a tender kiss - and for once Stephanie's portrait seems not to be disapproving.
—Torsten B. Tomaschek