Mary Jo loves spending her Christmas vacation visiting her grandmother's quiet country farm. But the peaceful holiday takes a sudden turn when her grandmother takes a bad fall and injures her leg, leaving her unable to move or call for help since the farmhouse has no telephone. Suddenly, Mary Jo is the only one who can save the day. Bundling up against the bitter cold, she must face her fears and walk two miles alone through the deep, drifting snow to reach the nearest neighbor. This gentle but gripping story perfectly captures a child's quiet bravery in the face of a real emergency. You will cheer for Mary Jo's determination as she pushes through the winter weather, proving just how responsible and courageous a young girl can be when someone she loves needs her.