Cheyenne has morning sickness and tries to hide it from Van; Reba learns that Jake's friend isn't allowed to sleep over because his mother disapproves of the Harts' dysfunctional lifestyle.

Cheyenne wants to be treated like an adult and decides to get an apartment--until she sees how much they cost. Meanwhile, it looks like Van's parents are trying to reconcile with the young married couple and even offer a housing suggestion.

Reba is disappointed to learn she'll be spending Christmas Eve alone, but while paying a visit to the local homeless shelter she meets a special person who teaches her the true meaning of the holiday season. Meanwhile, Cheyenne and Van's plan to start a new holiday tradition backfires; and Reba and Brock argue over who will be the one to give Jake his first bike for Christmas.

Reba suggests that the family create a time capsule and videotape private messages for Cheyenne's baby, Elizabeth. Unfortunately, privacy is thrown out the window and feelings are hurt when curiosity gets the best of everyone and they foolishly decide to watch the tape.