Albion: The Enchanted Stallion

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Good morning, Vermont.

It's the day before Christmas,

and the big guy's right around

the corner. We're looking at

some of your favorite Christmas hits

all day long, so keep it locked.

Morning, pops.

Hey.

The doctor said that if you

get out and about more,

you'd get your strength back.

You probably wouldn't get sick as much.

I know.

Never mind. Hey, pops, we can

always try again tomorrow.

Okay.

Oh, my gosh, last night I had

a dream about this stallion.

He was so gorgeous, dad,

you wouldn't believe it.

Hmm. I don't know.

- Sounds like a Kelpie to me.

- What's a Kelpie?

Uh, you don't wanna know about Kelpies.

Yes, I do. I just asked.

- Oh, they're scary, and not for...

- Dad.

All right, but I warned you.

Kelpies were once dark,

shape-shifting spirits

that would take the secret

shape of beautiful horses.

They lived near the water,

and they were known

to be able to take the form

of both human and horse.

But the thing about Kelpies

was they had the ability

to see straight through

into your heart of hearts.

If they saw wickedness, they

would entice these strangers,

especially wicked children,

to ride upon their backs,

and then they would dive into the lakes,

and their riders were

never heard from again.

- Drowned?

- Nobody knows.

- Eaten?

- Nobody knows.

Hush now, don't be scared

through this time of darkness

shadows may march, thunders may roar

but peace will soon prevail

Like that one, snakes?

Okay, okay.

Wow!

It stinks in here!

How do you even stand it?

White linens?

Seriously, this is not a Vegas parade.

Mother.

Honey, you know I hate it

when you call me that.

It makes me sound so old.

Now don't be too much trouble,

you hear me?

You gotta make a good first impression.

You got the new one ready?

Yeah.

He's nervous.

Come on.

Molly?

Merry Christmas, honey.

Up there, sweetheart.

He's beautiful.

I'm gonna ride him every day.

You look wonderful.

Honey, just...

Stay calm, okay?

Push your hands forward.

Keep your hands forward, sweetheart.

- I wanna get off.

- Don't pull on the rein.

The horse is just getting

used to the barn.

Would you get off that horse now?

- It'll be fine, I promise.

- No, I don't want him.

- Just give him some time.

- I said I don't want him!

Please, if you'll

just take the time, okay?

He'll be fine, I promise. Just...

This isn't what I paid for.

This is not what we talked about.

This is not the horse.

Don't worry about what any

of those stuffed shirts think.

You're special.

My dad always says that being special

doesn't usually mean

you're better than anyone else,

it's just normally something

that's on the inside

that no one can really see.

So maybe we're both special, huh?

You think you're special?

- No.

- Good.

Because I heard your dad's a cripple,

so what would he know

about being special?

You're just a stable girl.

Now get away from my horse.

Well, that couldn't go any worse.

I gotta get a new instructor in here.

Evie, I'm gonna have to have you come

in tomorrow to feed and clean stalls.

- It's Christmas, Mr. McCarron.

- I know.

My dad's caretaker is off for the

day and he's going to need me.

Evie, I'm taking a big risk

having you here.

You're underage, you can't

give me the hours I want,

but I like you,

and I know you need the money,

but if you can't come in, I'm going

to have to get somebody full-time.

No, I... I get it.

I will be here tomorrow.

- Merry Christmas, Evie.

- Merry Christmas.

That horse today...

Why can some people just be, and do,

and have whatever they want,

but the rest of us just

have to sit back and watch?

Pops, I'm home.

You just have to get out there,

go after it.

You know, a rich life,

it isn't about material wealth.

It's from inside, from your spirit.

It takes a very special person

to be able to achieve

the proper balance.

Is that a super obscure way of

saying you think it's better

that I don't have a horse?

'Cause I gotta tell you,

I'm having a little trouble

following that logic, pop.

No, what I'm saying is,

is that whatever you think

is an advantage

isn't always what it seems.

The most prosperous people

I've ever known

don't have half your goodness.

And you are special.

I'd be lost without you.

Let's get you to bed, pop.

- Give him some time.

- I said I don't want him.

Evie, would you mind showing

everybody how it's done?

Oh, Evie, that's amazing.

- Will you teach me?

- Sure.

Dad?

I don't mind the parties

or the mistletoe

but save me the cliche

'cause by Christmas day

the streets are filled

with dirty snow

snow, oh

isn't it funny, wasting money

on things nobody needs

Christmas is never what it seems

saved all year

spent it all on Christmas cheer

got none at all

gifts on layaway

overrated holiday

I can't wait for the new year

Thanks for the horses, dad.

Set up the tree

and all the lights

all of the children are wondering

were they naughty or nice

but it doesn't apply

we're selling them dreams

and telling white lies

Morning, guys!

It's Christmas.

How about a treat?

How about some warm bran mash?

Really?

Which one of you did this?

Hello?

Hello?

Whoa! Whoa!

Hey there, boy.

Easy.

Easy.

What are you doing out here?

You're a pretty boy.

Where's your rider?

No rider?

Hello?

Is anybody out there?

Hello?

I have your horse.

And he looks kinda familiar to me.

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