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A Firefighter's Christmas Calendar
When firefighter Dani Reed rescues a family just before Christmas, she reignites her late mother's "Holiday Heroes" fundraiser to help the community. With her ambitious sister Jackie, charming photographer Sasha, and supportive dad by her side, Dani finds love, purpose, and the courage to step into true leadership.
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When firefighter Dani Reed rescues a family just before Christmas, she reignites her late mother's "Holiday Heroes" fundraiser to help the community. With her ambitious sister Jackie, charming photographer Sasha, and supportive dad by her side, Dani finds love, purpose, and the courage to step into true leadership.
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Written By:Meeshelle Neal, Nataline Rodrigues
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Studio:Brain Power Studio
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