Silver Spoons
Overview
Edward Stratton III, a playful and affluent businessman, is caught off guard when his long-lost son, 12-year-old Richard Bluedhorn-Stratton, appears at his doorstep, the unexpected result of a short-lived marriage. Initially considering sending Ricky to boarding school, Edward ultimately decides to embrace fatherhood and welcomes his son into his home. Alongside Kate, his infatuated secretary, they navigate the challenges and joys of their new family dynamic, blending parental responsibility with comedic moments. The show explores their journey of growth, love, and the occasionally chaotic life of newfound fatherhood.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Edward Stratton III embodies the ultimate man-child, fully immersed in his playful lifestyle. His lawyer, Leonard Rollins, delivers the shocking news ...
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2
Boys Will Be Boys
Ricky's friend Derrick moves to the area and persuades him that Edward's lack of discipline is due to a lack of love for him.
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3
Grandfather Stratton
Ricky wants to meet his grandfather.
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4
Me & Mr. T
After Ricky faces bullying at school, Edward decides to take action by hiring a bodyguard to ensure that it won’t happen again.
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5
Takin' a Chance on Love
Ricky experiences the thrill of puppy love when a new student, Sally Frumble, arrives at his school.
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6
Evelyn Returns
Evelyn, Rick's mother, shows up to confront Edward over custody issues.
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7
The Great Computer Caper
Ricky finds himself in the spotlight when a school reporter interviews him, but things take a wild turn when he breaches a classified government file....
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8
I'm Just Wild About Harry
Ricky and Derek stumble upon a stray orangutan, and Ricky becomes determined to adopt the creature as his own pet.
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9
Honor Thy Father
Ricky insists that Edward join him for a banquet celebrating Edward II.
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10
Father Nature
Ricky persuades Edward to bring him along on a camping trip, hoping to earn his badger paws in the process.
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11
A Little Magic
Believing that Kate has romantic feelings for him, Ricky resolves to match her up with Edward.
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12
Falling in Love Again
Kate decides to go on a date with someone else to provoke Edward's jealousy. Her plan succeeds, leading to a moment of honesty between them. In the mi...
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13
The Best Christmas Ever
Edward and Ricky take on the roles of Santa Claus for a family residing in a cave on their land.
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14
The Most Beautiful Girl in the World
Following Derek's heroic rescue of Ricky, he finds himself in an awkward situation where he must pretend to be Derek's date at a mixed-gender party.
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15
Twelve Angry Kids
Ox, the school bully, brings Ricky to court, claiming whiplash and appearing in a wheelchair. In a surprising twist, Ricky demands that the jury consi...
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16
The Toy Wonder
Ricky acts as if he’s fond of a bothersome girl to help Edward secure her as a toy consultant.
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17
Popcorn
Ricky puts Edward on the spot by asking him to purchase 1,000 bags of popcorn to support the band’s trip to Washington.
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18
Junior Businessman
Edward assigns Ricky the task of managing an ice cream shop for a week as part of a school project.
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19
Three's a Crowd
Ricky experiences feelings of exclusion when Kate comes along on their ski trip.
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20
The Empire Strikes Out
Edward II attempts to persuade Kate to relocate to California, as he plans to marry someone else in order to enhance the family wealth.
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21
Won't You Go Home, Bob Danish?
In an attempt to win Kate's affection and stir jealousy in Edward, the man from her past makes a dramatic entrance by crashing his plane in the Stratt...
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22
The 'X'-Team
While Edward dozes off, Kate stumbles upon Ricky, JT, and Freddy engrossed in an adult film.
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1
Passports to Pleasure
While attending a Badger Patrol convention in Chicago, Derek and Ricky find themselves charming a group of cheerleaders.
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2
Attack of the Giant Frog People
During a slumber party, Derek and JT decide to play a prank on Freddy by slipping frogs into his sleeping bag. Meanwhile, Ricky causes tension by tell...
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3
A Fair to Remember
Ricky wows his science teacher with an impressive project featuring laser beams. Meanwhile, Kate receives a significant promotion and becomes the Vice...
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4
Hospital
Edward finds himself in the hospital after experiencing a painful gallstone attack.
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5
Mr. President
Ricky finds himself lost in a daydream where he envisions himself as the President of the United States. As he imagines the power and responsibilities...
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6
Driver Ed
With Edward and Kate out of town, Grandfather seizes the opportunity to give Ricky some driving lessons.
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7
Menudo Madness
In an effort to win over a girl he likes, Ricky makes a bold promise to bring the famous band Menudo to perform at his exclusive party.
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8
Happy Birthday
The family gathers to commemorate Ricky's 13th birthday, but the night quickly turns into a series of heated disagreements.
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9
Sounds of Silence
Ricky fakes his participation in the school orchestra’s rendition of Peter and the Wolf, hoping to spare Edward’s feelings since he isn’t actual...
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10
Rick the Greek
Ricky finds himself in a tough spot after he, Derek, and Freddy start wagering on football matches.
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11
Uneasy Rider
Ricky cleverly persuades Evelyn to purchase a motorcycle for him after Edward told him it was off-limits.
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12
The World's Greatest Father
JT’s dad feels hurt by the amount of time Edward is dedicating to his son.
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13
I Want to Be Alone
Dexter is reluctantly taken on a camping trip to the countryside by his family.
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14
Mr. Cool
Ricky turns punk rocker to try to impress a girl.
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15
St. Louis Blues
Following a heated argument between his parents, Derek seeks refuge at Ricky's place. However, his mother soon shows up, insisting on taking him to St...
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16
A Hunting We Will Go
Despite his reservations, Edward ultimately decides to allow Ricky to join Grandfather on the hunting trip.
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17
Changes
Ricky believes that one of his teammates has feelings for him, unaware that it’s actually Edward who has caught her eye.
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18
A Summer's Romance (1)
Edward's ex-girlfriend realizes she wants to rekindle their romance and sets her sights on winning him back.
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19
A Summer's Romance (2)
Edward faces a tough decision as he must pick between Kate and Veronica.
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20
Spare the Rod
Ricky learns that a friend is suffering abuse at the hands of his father.
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21
Blazing Hotel Rooms
As a toy convention unfolds, Edward, Ricky, and Dexter find themselves in a dire situation when the hotel they’re staying in suddenly erupts in flam...
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22
Hi, Mom
Kate's mother makes an unexpected visit and stumbles upon the fact that Kate and Edward are in a relationship.
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1
Best Friends
Ricky meets Alfonso, Dexters nephew.
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2
Survival of the Fittest
Ricky starts his first day in high school.
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3
Growing Pains (1)
Rick is furious after being treated like a "child" when Edward loses his temper over Rick breaking his curfew, marking the beginning of a special two-...
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4
Growing Pains (2)
Rick demonstrates his desire for freedom by fleeing, but as time passes, he starts to recognize the value of what he has abandoned in the finale of a ...
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5
A Dark and Stormy Night
On a stormy Halloween night, the power goes out, leaving Rick, Alfonso, and Freddy without their usual entertainment. Undeterred, they decide to tap i...
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6
I Won't Dance
Rick decides to play matchmaker, bringing together Grandfather Stratton and his history teacher, portrayed by Barbara Billingsley from "Leave It To Be...
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7
Voyage of the Darned (1)
As Edward, Rick, Dexter, Alfonso, and Kate head towards the Caribbean, their journey takes an unexpected turn when Kate navigates the plane through th...
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8
Voyage of the Darned (2)
After their aircraft goes down on an uninhabited island, Rick Alfonso, Dexter, Edward, and Kate face the harsh elements of nature as they fight for th...
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9
The Call of the Wild
Rick's mother arrives with a former professional football player by her side, embracing a refreshed perspective on life.
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10
Beauties and the Beasts
To rescue the struggling freshman newspaper, Rick, Alfonso, and Freddy come up with the idea of hosting a beauty pageant for their class, believing it...
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11
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Edward's genuine holiday spirit is put to the test when the Strattons invite Freddy and his family to stay with them after a devastating event leaves ...
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12
Lulu's Back in Town
Pearl Bailey portrays Lula Baker, Edward's ex-governess, as she makes her way back to the Stratton home. Her presence complicates matters, serving as ...
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13
The Trouble with Grandfather
Edward, Kate, and Rick find themselves overwhelmed when Grandfather Stratton makes a shocking decision to exchange his vast empire for a stunning blon...
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14
Special Friend
Rick discovers the limitations of his abilities when he participates in a peer-counseling initiative, realizing that "saving the world" isn't as strai...
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15
What's Cookin'?
Lulu possesses the crucial insight needed to mend the divide between Rick and his grandfather.
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16
Marry Me, Marry Me (1)
In the first part of a special two-episode arc, Edward surprises Kate with a marriage proposal just as she gets an exciting job offer.
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17
Marry Me, Marry Me (2)
In the finale of a special two-part story, Edward and Rick manage to convince Kate to reconsider her decision, leading to the joyous news of an upcomi...
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18
Rick and the Legend
Rick can hardly contain his excitement when a cool 16-year-old shows interest in spending time with him. However, Edward is wary of the teen's intenti...
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19
Trouble with Words
Bruce Jenner steps in to uncover the reason behind Alfonso's struggles in school, revealing that the key issue is his learning disorder, dyslexia.
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20
Hot Shot
Consumer advocate David Horowitz steps in to assist Rick in his battle against a dishonest mail-order camera company.
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21
All the Principal's Men
When Rick uncovers a scandal involving the cafeteria for his school's cable news program, he faces a tough decision: either risk suspension or disclos...
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22
Return of the Paisley Conspiracy
Rick plans a special surprise for his father's 40th birthday by reuniting him with his former college singing partner. This unexpected reunion inspire...
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23
The Secret Life of Ricky Stratton
Rick becomes anxious about his upcoming blind date after seeing photos of his computer pen pal. The excitement turns to dread as he realizes the reali...
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24
The Babysitters
While watching over 6-year-old Beth, Rick begins to suspect that she may be a victim of parental abduction.
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1
Head Over Heels
During her visit to the Stratton home, Whitney Houston receives an unexpected surprise when Dexter makes the decision to relocate to Los Angeles along...
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2
Mrs. Stratton Builds Her Dreamhouse
As Late steps into her role as a new wife and mother, she starts implementing changes in the Stratton home. While Edward backs her decisions, Rick fin...
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3
Poor Evelyn
After an embezzler swindles all of her savings, Rick pressures Edward into giving his mother a job.
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4
Promises, Promises
Rick's girlfriend has a significant idea for their relationship that involves a major commitment for him.
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5
The Great Baseball Card Scheme
Grandfather Stratton collaborates with Rick to manipulate the baseball card market to their advantage.
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6
The Trouble with Harry
Uncle Harry tries to show off to an old Army friend by involving the Stratton family in a clever ruse.
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7
One Strike and You're Out
Rick rallies his friends to join a picket line in protest against Grandfather Stratton, condemning the low wages offered to student workers.
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8
Race with Eagles
Determined to showcase his athleticism, Edward opts to enter a race to the summit of the Empire State Building.
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9
Magnificent Obsession
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10
Judgment Day
After Edward scolds him for his unsatisfactory geometry grade, Rick becomes frantic in his efforts to raise it.
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11
The Barbarians
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12
Three Musketeers
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13
Second Class Parent
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14
The Lady Is a Tramp
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15
Stratton and Stratton
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16
Daddy Rick
Rick enters into a marriage with one of his students, but he is taken aback when his "wife" discovers she is expecting a child.
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17
One for the Road (1)
Rick's new friend encourages him to try alcohol.
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18
One for the Road (2)
After getting grounded, Rick's time with alcohol comes to a halt. However, he discovers that Greg continues to drink, despite Rick's newfound restrict...
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19
Movie Madness
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20
Rick Sings
Rick manages his friend's band, Splat! When they secure a spot on Rock Search, disaster strikes as the lead singer comes down with laryngitis. The ban...
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21
The Way We Weren't
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22
A Family Affair
With prom night just around the corner, Rick decides to break things off with a girl whose father is allegedly linked to the mob.
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23
Rick at 16
Rick hopes to ask Nicole Desmond to be his date for his 16th birthday celebration, but Brad mistakenly hands the invitation to Julie Warren instead. W...
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24
Second Best
Rick feels inferior to his girlfriend.
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Who's the Boss
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2
Lost and Found
Kate's grandmother gets lost in New York City.
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3
The Live-In
A new housekeeper from Sweden steals Rickys heart.
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4
Rick Sells His Sole
Rick starts working at a shoe store but soon finds himself on the losing end of favoritism when his boss's nephew is promoted over him, despite Rick's...
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5
The Beach House
During his vacation, Ricky encounters a stunning girl.
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6
Rick Moves Out
Feeling like he has lost all sense of privacy, Rick decides to relocate to the guest house. However, his friends see this as an opportunity and plan t...
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7
Man to Man
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8
Hey, Mrs. Robinson
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9
Rick's Learning Problem
Rick is tasked with helping a talented football player prepare for a crucial history exam needed to compete in the championship. Meanwhile, Edward com...
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10
The Triangle
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11
Kate Lassos a Longhorn
Rick takes on the responsibility of looking after a boa constrictor, but the snake unexpectedly shows up at Kate's business dinner, causing quite a st...
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12
Get the Hook
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13
Rumors are Flying
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14
The House Guest
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15
Band on the Run
Rick, Brad, Alfonzo, and two others come together to form a band in preparation for the Battle of the Bands. Tensions rise when Brad and Alfonzo clash...
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16
Author, Author
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17
Mother's Day
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18
Fallen Idol
Rick's favorite basketball player gets taken into custody for having drugs in his possession.
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Baby Blues
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20
Thoroughly Modern Mildred
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21
Mon Amour
Grandfather Stratton comes back from his trip to Paris, and to everyone's surprise, he brings along a much younger fiancée.
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22
Educating Rick
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23
Edward's Big Adventure
While playing pool, Edward accidentally misplaces his wallet. When he reaches out to Rick for assistance, Rick thinks it’s just an elaborate April F...
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24
Let It Snow, Let It Snow
