Set against the backdrop of a rodeo on the Big Island, this episode features a lighthearted holiday subplot.
: The West Wing is being fully decorated for Christmas. A major subplot involves C.J. Cregg struggling to set up a large Christmas tree in her office. [S5E9] The Christmas Tree
: President Bartlet prepares for a tree-lighting ceremony while dealing with a controversial euthanasia case and his daughters' arrival for the holidays. Set against the backdrop of a rodeo on
: Danny Williams (Danno) goes on a quest to find the perfect Christmas tree for his daughter, Grace. Cregg struggling to set up a large Christmas
This episode marks the first Christmas-themed entry for the series, blending a holiday mystery with classic family traditions.
: A pivotal scene occurs at a Christmas tree farm where Lex sees Clark and Chloe. The "simple life" he envisions revolves around these humble holiday traditions.