It is a hectic time of year for the Horgans and young Sharon must do her share of turkey plucking. It isn't a particularly fun way to pass the time, although things look up when she meets attractive fellow plucker James. He agrees meet later that night, but when James doesn't turn up it sparks a chain of events that spell disaster for the Horgans…

Following an initial misunderstanding between an older couple and a young family, fate takes a hand in bringing both parties closer together. One small act of kindness is then reciprocated by a very big one.