Charlie, 15, feels left out as his classmates receive expensive gifts while his mom, Alice, often makes excuses for being late or unable to buy him what he wants. One day, after hearing about a classmate getting a car for his birthday, Charlie demands the same, frustrated by his mom’s inability to provide it.

That evening, curiosity leads Charlie to sneak into Alice’s room, where he discovers emails revealing she has prepared 15 birthday gifts for him—one for each coming year. With a key from her drawer, he visits a storage unit filled with neatly wrapped presents, each with a heartfelt note.

Reading the first note, Charlie learns his mother has cancer and limited time left. She arranged these gifts to ensure he would feel her love even after she’s gone. Overwhelmed with emotion, Charlie understands the depth of her sacrifice and care.

Returning home, he finds Alice on the couch. He breaks down, telling her he no longer wants material things like a car. What he truly wants is to spend more time with her. They embrace, sharing a quiet, tearful moment filled with love and understanding.

Charlie’s jealousy turns to gratitude as he realizes his mother’s love is the greatest gift of all.