A member of the Holden family who welcomes a visitor into the family home and encourages him to attend the tree lighting. After fifty years of sacrificing for the farm and her daughters, she announces plans to return to Italy.
Paul Dellucci's parent, who arrives at Holly Hanson's restaurant with Marty after Nikki invites them. Trish says Nikki told them that some of Paul's recipes would be featured, prompting Paul to confront Nikki about the invitation. The available story leaves the resulting conflict unresolved.
Lauren’s family member whose seventieth birthday becomes an important consideration in Lauren’s decision about whether to accept a demanding speaking-tour opportunity.
Dr. Kate Austen is the doctor who delivered Elizabeth Lane’s premature baby girl on the snowy Christmas Eve when Elizabeth reached Brookswood for help. Years later, she meets Evie at Mrs. King’s home, helps prepare Christmas gift bags, and is also described as having helped raise Jack Marshall.
Joan Miller is one of Ken's parents. Ken and Kathy overhear the dog catcher tell Ken's parents the truth about Astro, and later Ken's parents are away when the criminals break into the house. Joan and the other parent are shocked to discover money among the presents and come looking for Ken during the final confrontation.
Victoria is associated with the Bainbridge Gallery and evaluates Tom's paintings after Harper promotes his work. She acknowledges that Tom has considerable artistic potential despite having never exhibited publicly. Her interest and attendance at Harper's party increase the pressure surrounding Tom's first public presentation.
Aunt Anita Vaughn is visited by Dana Sutton on the way to the Fire and Ice Festival. Their meeting provides a connection between Dana and the community’s festival activities, while Dana praises the article about the redevelopment project and the popular love letters. The excerpt gives no further details about Anita’s actions or views.
A named character associated with the Christmas stories in the collection.
A woman associated with a photograph, appearing briefly outside the central conflict.
Lori is a retired florist who becomes Amanda's teacher and mentor. She explains the principles of floral design, gives Amanda unusual lessons that expand her perspective, and helps her understand that an arrangement needs personal purpose and love. Lori ultimately encourages Amanda to enter the competition despite being unable to attend.
Aunt Frances accompanies Abbey to the wedding and acts as a supportive, perceptive relative during Abbey’s emotional crisis. When Abbey doubts her own warmth and worth after repeated breakups, Aunt Frances reminds her of an encouraging family practice and persuades her to write honestly to an unknown future love, helping Abbey open her heart.
Frances Flanagan has 48 screen credits in a career dating back to 1984. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Time for Me to Come Home Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Christmas at the Catnip Café, A Maple Valley Christmas, An Easter Bloom. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
