Two emotional specials where an extraordinary and inspirational mom and dad are rewarded with the day of their dreams.
Mom's Dream Day / Dad's Dream Day (2 x 44 minutes)
Join Women's Entertainment Network in honoring an extraordinary mother in "Morn's Dream Day." We will highlight, honor and reward a mother who has devoted her life to helping others. Her story will be told by those who love her and those who have been forever changed by her inspiring acts of kindness. She will be pleasantly surprised, whisked away and given a day of pampering, reuniting and a home makeover. Joanne Corless is our extraordinary mother; she is an inspiring woman who has set the bar for helping and educating children with autism. Joanne's son AJ is autistic and is the inspiration for her to teach family's worldwide about the opportunities for children with autism. Joanne is the founder of the Ai' Foundation which has raised money to start and support the Comprehensive Learning Center which is devoted to educating autistic children. She is a mother who deserves a "Mom's Dream Day" Joanne's Dream Day starts at the Comprehensive Learning Center where parents and family have gathered to surprise her. Laurie Hibbert our host is waiting just around the corner in a white stretch limousine and is ready to whisk Joanne away on her Dream Day. Finally Joanne arrives .. ...SURPRISE The New Hope train station is the first stop in a series of surprises for Joanne. "The Tilson Limited Arriving from Columbus Ohio" blares over the loud speakers and as the train rolls to a stop; Joanne is shocked to see her high school friend Kathy Tilson stepping off the train and onto the platform. But it's not over yet Cathy Humphrey; Joanne's college roommate has snuck into the limousine and is waiting to surprise her "These are my two best friends," Joanne cries as Cathy steps out of the limousine. It's off to lunch at Marsha Brown's so these best friends can enjoy each others company. But what Joanne doesn't know is there are a few more surprises on the way... "Can I borrow your mustard?," " Would you like some water?," "Can you please keep it down?" Behind each of these questions are loved ones and Joanne is thrilled to see each and every one. Joanne leaves her friends with the promise to see them later and heads to Angel Heart Boutique for a clothing makeover. "I need a thong" Joanne laughs as she tries on one stunning outfit after another. Never fear Laurie Hibbert's here, with a thong to complete the perfect Dream Day outfit. But don't put it on yethair and makeup comes first and we know just the place. Zanya's Spa and Salon will cater to Joanne's every need. Zanya, Nancie, Mark and Adrienne are Joanne's Dream Team and they get to work immediately. Color, cut, manicure, pedicure and makeup! Whoa! Joanne heads to the changing room and is kept away from all mirrors while she puts on her Dream Day outfit "I look like my mother..... in a good way; when she was young" Joanne shouts when she finally is placed in front of a mirror to see her head to toe makeover. Joanne is looking good and is ready for a party. What she doesn't know if that she is headed to one. One hundred and twenty of Joanne's family and friends have gathered at the Triumph Brewing Company to see Joanne's transformation and hear about her dream day. Pleasantly surprised Joanne heads around the room to greet everyone; AJ is the happiest of them all to see his mother. Laurie presents Joanne with a diamond heart necklace signifying her three beautiful children and speeches are made by those who have been inspired by Joanne's hard work and dedication to children with autism. The night seems to be coming to a close but don't count on it. Laurie gathers Joanne and her husband Allan for the limousine ride home. They discuss the day filled with surprises, reunions and wonderful memories. However, there is one more surprise; a crew of workers has been in Joanne's bedroom transforming it into a haven and separate work area. Joanne knows something is up when she enters her house but when she enters her bedroom she is flabbergasted. "Oh my God, it's beautiful," Joanne screams after a few seconds of shock. She is lead around the room by Keith and Christina our design team and is truly thrilled with her new space. It's late and it is time for Mom's Dream Day to come to an end. But not without warm wishes, a grateful thanks and a big hug from Laurie and the Crew of Mom's Dream Day. Thanks Joanne for being an Extraordinary Mom!
Nancy Glass Productions (NGP) and The Women's Entertainment Network (WE) have paired to create a heart warming television special. "Dad's Dream Day" will highlight, honor and reward an extraordinary father who has devoted his life to helping others. His story will be told by those who love him and those who have been forever changed by his inspiring acts of kindness. He will be pleasantly surprised, whisked away and given a day of pampering, reuniting, a home redo and a gala held in his honor. Jay Scott is the subject of our special; he's an inspiring man and father who's dedicated his life to keeping alive his daughter's dream of finding a cure for cancer. Jay's daughter Alex died August 1, 2004 of neturoblastoma, an aggressive childhood cancer, she was only 8. Before her death, Alex and her father started Alex's Lemonade Stand to raise over a million dollars for cancer research. Jay has recently quit his job to run the Alex Foundation full time. He has been the strength behind his family's tragic ordeal and an inspiration for families everywhere. Jay Scott is an extraordinary father who deserves to have one day dedicated to his true acts of heroism. Jay's Dream Day begins with our host Laurie Hibbert heading to Jay's office where friends and family have gathered to surprise him. Laurie details Jay's life and goals to cure childhood cancer. Laurie arrives just in time to greet everyone and get ready for the surprise. Jay is stunned when he walks into his office to find loved ones and to finally find out he is going on a Dad's Dream Day. Laurie whisks Jay away"Penn's Landing Please." Meanwhile, a crew of fifty workers invades Jay's backyard and garage to transform them in just 8 hours, in time for Jay's return home and final surprise. Jay and Laurie are headed to Penn's Landing where his first surprise awaits. Jay's sense of humor comes out and we know this is going to be one great day. Upon their arrival they see a boat in the distance and Laurie leads the way to the dock. Kevin Murphy, Jay's oldest friend, cruises in on that boat and truly surprising Jay. "How long has it been 15 years? WOW I can't believe you're here." Jay and Kevin pick up right where they left off; "I wish there was a basket ball court around, so I can embarrass you with my skills." The banter continues on their way to the Hyatt for breakfast. As Jay and Kevin enter the restaurant and take a seat; Fran Espinoza, another childhood friend is getting into disguise. A Hawaiian waiter's shirt allows Fran to sneak up behind Jay. "Would you like coffee?" It takes Jay a couple seconds to realize that it's not a waiter but his friend. "FRAN, what are you doing here? Just thought I'd stop by." The three friends enjoy the rest of their breakfast and each others company. After everyone finishes breakfast the threesome piles into the limousine and continues to reminisce while headed to THAT basketball court Jay was talking about. Laurie hands out Converse Sneakers which is Jay's clue to where they are headed. "I can't tell you where were headed but I can tell you, you'll need these." The limousine pulls up to the Philadelphia 76ers practice court where president Billy King greets them. They are instructed to get changed because a game of hoops is about to start. "Now let me introduce you to your teammates," Billy suggests after they emerge from the locker room. Michael Caron, John Hawran. Eric Pihel and Jimmy Waters, come storming out with game faces on. Jay is now surrounded by all six of his best friends and couldn't be happier. A game of hoops ignites just like the old days and the humor never stops. "Hope there is a doctor in the house, their gonna need it after I'm through." Sweaty and Tired after an invigorating game, the seven friends head to the locker room not remembering or caring who had won. After a quick shower Jay leaves his friends with the promise to see them later and is escorted to his next event. In the limo Laurie teases Jay about his various hairstyles as we see pictures of Jay with dreadlocks. Hmm wonder where were headed to next. GROOM Barber Shop for an old fashion haircut and shave but not without another reunion. Bill Divers a close friend and co-worker is hiding in the wings to surprise Jay and wish him well on his "Dad's Dream Day." Meanwhile, back at the house, the crew is working hard transforming Jay's backyard and Garage. But not without obstacles; it's raining and unexpected elements are hindering work in the garage. Keith Keaveney and Christina Manca, our "Dream Day Design Team" are trying to keep moral up and work moving. "Let's hope this gets done in time or Jay's Dream Day may turn out to be a Nightmare." Jay leaves GROOM with a fresh shave and haircut but his clothes need a little improving. We know just the place; Boyd's Clothing Store. "Jay hates to shop, especially for clothes and especially for himself," Liz tells us while she watches her husband try on clothes through a hidden monitor in the stock room. Jay is fitted with a beautiful suit and heads back to the Limousine but not without his wife who surprises him at the bottom of the stores grand staircase. Jay thinks that he's headed off to a quiet dinner with his wife, but little does he know that friends and family are waiting to surprise him. Speeches are given in Jay's honor upon his arrival and he is stunned over the outpouring of admiration. Laurie Hibbert presents the Scott Family with round trip airline tickets to anywhere in the United States and they are thrilled. After a bite to eat and a thank you to everyone, Laurie gathers Jay and his family for the ride home. They discuss the day filled with surprises, reunions and wonderful memories. But "Dad's Dream Day" is not over yet. Our design team and crew are in a mad dash to put the final touches on the backyard and garage makeover. Upon pulling up to the driveway Jay is instructed to put on a blindfold and is escorted into his garage. "WOW, I can't believe this." Christina Manca leads Jay through the garage and all its new organizational tools. Jay is than lead into the backyard where for the first time he has grass. Both Jay and Liz are speechless with this amazing transformation and grateful to the team of workers that made this "Dream Day" possible. It's getting late and it is time for "Dad's Dream Day" to come to an end. But not without warm wishes, a grateful thanks and a big hug from Laurie and the "Dream Day" crew. Thanks Jay for being an Extraordinary Dad.