Merry Hernandez has lost both her father and her brother in the last year and, due to a bad economy, stands to lose her business, Very Merry Events. She also regrets not participating in the Riverwalk Christmas Pageant in San Antonio, Texas, where her father always played Santa and handed out toys to the children.

Sam Claus has journeyed to Texas with his father to help him make a young woman's Christmas wish come true. Due to the older man's illness, Sam doesn't see a way to help Merry Hernandez.   Will Sam be able to turn the tide of events in her favor? Will Sam and Merry realize their special connection and reach their happily ever after? Will the handsome stranger and his father be able to help her fulfill her dreams?