"Holiday Waves"

After enduring four lonely Christmases since the loss of her husband, GWEN LACY (38), a widowed mother of two, longs to rekindle the Christmas spirit for her and her kids. In a bid for renewal, she travels to sunny Florida to visit her family where her vibrant sister JESSICA (40) encourages her to venture out to a local bar.

Gwen meets TEDDY SCARANO (42), a laid-back surfer whose relaxed demeanor is a stark contrast to her cautious nature. Although initially hesitant, Gwen agrees to take surfing lessons with Teddy, rediscovering her passion for the ocean—a thrilling and therapeutic journey that forces her to confront her past.

However, when Gwen injures herself during a lesson, Teddy performs CPR to save her life and rushes her to the hospital. There, she discovers Teddy’s connection to the attractive female doctor on duty, igniting unexpected jealousy.

After receiving physical therapy recommended by Teddy, Gwen realizes he has sent her to his own practice. As they spend more time together, they reveal their shared experiences of loss—Gwen's husband and Teddy’s brother, who passed away a decade ago. This bond opens Gwen’s heart, leading Teddy to ask her on a date.

On the day of their date, Gwen and Jessica catch Teddy meeting the ER doctor. Overcome with insecurity, Gwen rushes out of the restaurant and bumps into her awkward former schoolmate, CHESTER (38), and unwittingly exchanges phone numbers. Meanwhile, Gwen cancels her date with Teddy and writes off any chance for the two to move forward romantically.

On Christmas Eve, Jessica secretly invites Teddy to their family dinner. When he arrives, Gwen feels betrayed and hastily extends an invitation to Chester, resulting in a hilariously awkward evening as she keeps Teddy at arm's length while Chester's antics turn the gathering chaotic. During dinner, Gwen learns that the ER doctor is, in fact, Teddy’s deceased brother's widow, complicating her feelings further.

As Teddy leaves the dinner, determined to stop pursuing her, Gwen grapples with her sense of defeat. But on Christmas morning, she realizes she has been hiding from love and life. With newfound clarity, she finds Teddy and makes amends, culminating in a spirited Christmas surfing session. In the end, Gwen decides to move back to Florida, ready to embrace love with Teddy and forge a fresh start.

Holiday Waves is a touching tale of new beginnings and the transformative power of love. It resonates with women who cherish romantic comedies, uplifting films, and the magic of the holiday spirit.