[s7e9] White Christmas → (EASY)

: Fans noted a minor continuity error where a flashback shows Haley with her current short hairstyle instead of how it actually looked during that past timeframe.

: Gloria's dream of a "white Christmas" is ruined when she realizes she misread her weather app in Celsius; the mountain retreat is actually hotter than their home. [S7E9] White Christmas

: The pair tries to redeem themselves for a disastrous caroling performance from the previous year by rehearsing "Silent Night," only to be hindered by Lily's lack of musical talent. Trivia & Cultural References : Fans noted a minor continuity error where

: The family discovers an uninvited guest, Fig Wilson (played by guest star Andrea Martin), is already staying in the cabin. Alex views Fig as her "Ghost of Christmas Future" and fears she will end up just as cynical and alone. Trivia & Cultural References : The family discovers

: The episode includes several visual and thematic nods to Stanley Kubrick's The Shining , particularly regarding the cabin and some of the cinematography.

In the Modern Family episode , Gloria's attempt at a traditional snowy holiday at a mountain cabin is upended by record-breaking heat and a series of family revelations. Key Plot Developments

: After hiding their feelings for months, Haley and Andy are caught hooking up in a locked room at the cabin. This leads to the official end of Andy's relationship with Beth and the start of his relationship with Haley.