SCENE 7
(At the conclusion of the song, Sam is elated.)
SAM: Oh, I feel light as a feather!
BOB: Sam, I didn't think you'd be in the mood to celebrate after
missing the deadline.
SAM: Humbug!
HUMBUG: What?
SAM: No, I was just saying "humbug." Yes, I'm disappointed that we
didn't get our big order out tonight, but the most important
thing that happened today for me is what my three visitors
showed me.
BELLE: What's that, Sam?
SAM: You know I love the ugly sweater business. It puts a smile on
everybody's face at Christmas time!
TOM: Ugly is beautiful!
SAM: But the three visitors reminded me of what really matters …
Jesus, the Promised Messiah … the Light of the World … the
Deliverer. Way more important than a gag gift is God's gift to
us … Emmanuel … God with us!
HUMBUG: (swiping on her tablet) I made a note of it, Boss!
CAROLE: So are we still going to be in the ugly sweater business?
SAM: Of course we are, Carole! I think we might diversify a bit too. I
think Tom has a great idea to spread the good news of great
joy!
ALL: (ad lib: "That's a great idea," "awesome," etc.)
SAM: Employees of Unique Gifts from Luxurious Yarns … let the
Christmas celebration begin!
TOM: God bless us, every one!
(Everybody cheers.)
(music begins to "A Christmas Yarn Curtain Calls")
SONG: "A Christmas Yarn Curtain Calls"
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