Soleded O'Brien scores an A+++ with Rachael when she brings her a big Christmas gift -- one that's "fra-geel-lay" (that must be Italian!): the prized leg lamp from the movie A Christmas Story!

Rachael asks Soledad how she's able to balance her cohosting duties on CNN's American Morning with running a household with four children. "Truthfully, " Soledad explains, "you cover some tough stories and you realize how blessed you are to have healthy children, to have a life that's crazy and chaotic but fun. It reminds you every single day. Sure, someone spills milk, another one's biting his brother, but there are other people who are dealing with much more serious issues. It's chaotic, but we set a low bar for chaos. I've had crayon on my wall for two months now!"

Soledad has covered many exciting and dramatic stories in her career as a journalist, but one moment she'll never forget was her first assignment as a reporter, covering a story that got a little too "touchy" for her taste. (Watch the video clip for the full story!)

Soledad has another surprise for Rachael when she shows her a special edition action figure from The Pirates of the Caribbean.

Check out all their favorite toys here.