was try out day in the Horton-Kiriakis house. Nevaeh was a bundle of nerves and she wasn't sure she could go through with it. She wanted to skip breakfast, and was about to walk out of the kitchen.

Will: Sweetie you have to eat. You need the energy to try out. Come on, it will be fine.

Vaeh: Daddy, it don't think I could eat.

Will: You will eat. Here have some fruit and juice. I've got some mini bagels warming. Just take it slowly, ok. I need to grab Noah, he should be ready by now.

Vaeh did what her father had told her, and she started to feel better. When she was sitting there, she smiled to herself. She was so excited that her Dad's were going to be there for her today. Yesterday they had all gone to Norah's first dance recital and it had been fun. Papa actually cried and she thinks Grandpa Justin did too. Daddy had told Norah she was the best "Tiger Lily in the bunch" and that made her happy. Noah had been in Karate for a while and was pretty good. They really didn't learn a lot of the actual fighting stuff at this age, but they did learn about safety and stretching. It's a good time for him to just be a "boy".

She had been very dedicated at working on the cheer thing. Her dance background helped. She was told by all the coaches she was very good. So she was excited for the actual try outs. All the girls were on the team, these try outs determined if and when they would get to perform. She knew that with new girls, it was very hard to make the "first team" the one team that all the girls wanted. She was no exception.

Will and Sonny came back with the younger kids. The twins were given their breakfast and Nate was placed in the high chair and Sonny started feeding him his.

Will: Hey, you two are managing to get most of that in his mouth today. (he says to Sonny and Nate)

Sonny: I think he's extra hungry this morning, he fell asleep without his night baba last night.

Will: That so. Well, that's a first.

Vaeh: So you all look great in the t-shirts I got you guys.

Will: Thanks. I was surprised they had one to fit Nate.

Vaeh: I had it made especially for him.

The t-shirts were for the "Salem Splash" Dance and Cheer Squad. They also said Team Vaeh on the back. They were Black and Purple with glitter. She really hadn't expected that her Dad's would wear them, but they had surprised her.

Norah: I love my new shirt. And Papa made my ponies match my shirt too. (pointing to her hair)

Vaeh: Those will look like mine too, after J's mom does my hair, later.

Will: So, J's Mom is picking you up in a few minutes, so you need to finish up and then we will see you there, k?

Vaeh: Yes, Dad. And I love the T-Shirts by the way. You two didn't have to wear ones too.

Will: Come on, I look pretty good in my purple and black "Salem Splash" t-shirt and they look so nice with my new jeans.

Sonny: I'll say. You look pretty damned hot.

Vaeh: Ok, I need to get the rest of my things together. You two, I know you are still "in love" but God when will the gross displays of affection ever stop. You act like you're the kids. (she rolls her eyes has she leaves the room.)

She actually loved that her Dad's loved each other and let everyone know it, but wasn't she supposed to give them a hard time. She couldn't wait for some of the girls on the team to meet them. It had been a subject of deep discussion amongst some of the members of the team. Vaeh was the only girl with two Dads and all the girls thought that it was cool. Plus they all thought that her Dad's were really cute, but they didn't tell her that. Then there was Jeremy the boy she had a crush on and he on her. He was on the JV basketball team and his sister, Jenny was on the cheer squad. She found out that they had 2 Mom's and that for Vaeh was the icing on the cake for her. Jeremy was completely perfect. They had met during orientation events, when they moved the 8th grades to the highschool, he was one of the peers to show them around. When they had small group they introduced themselves and the two had hit it off. The only problem was that she was positive that her parents wouldn't let her date, actually she knew the answer would be NO and while she hated to betray them, she at this point would do anything to be with him.

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That afternoon the family, including Grandparents come together to support Vaeh. They all were wearing the team colors. They had waited for about 10 girls, before her turn came up. There were tons of cheers for the her when her named was announced.

Announcer: Next up for try outs is Nevaeh Horton-Kiriakis. The music is "BoyBand melody Mix. (which was a new DJ's attempt to bring back some of the boys bands of the past: NSYNC, BSB, and Hi Five.) She took the mat in front of the judges and it began. She did an amazing job, hitting her mark every time, she was extra "Cheery" and Sonny and Will had never seen a smile like that on her face. She ended with a mixed up version of the song "Everybody" by BSB and she even pulled out the funny glasses with the mustache and the silly string (after hearing some of her parents stories) and her performance ended with a bang.

She received a standing O and she was so happy. Her grandmother's had tears in their eyes and the guys were hi-fiving. Veah left the stage and had to wait in the wings with the other girls before she would hear the news.

20 minutes later the Announcer came back and introduced J's mom.

J's Mom: So here it is, we are happy to be adding to our squad of cheerleader and dance team members. I had to let a few go this year, because they were going away college, but I think that this year we are getting a really good group of girls. (she went on to introduce the new cheer team members and then the dance team members. When Vaeh didn't hear her name she started to get tears.) And we have one final girl to add to the team, however, this is a first, she not only made the cheer squad, she will be a welcomed and needed asset to the dance team too. Please congratulate Miss Nevaeh Horton-Kirikakis. There was an eruption of cheers in her families section and she was completely surprised. She had made both teams. The first time ever, she was the first one, she made cheer and dance team, this kept going on in her mind as she took the stage with the rest of the team members. Jeremy came up to the stage and gave her a hug and a pink rose. She didn't care at this minute if her Dad's seen this PDA, she was too happy to care. She got the squad and the boy, she was so happy.

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They went to the Brady Pub for burgers and fries after the try outs. Jeremy and his family went there as well. Will and Sonny saw the obvious right away. Jeremy had two Mom's. It wasn't any wonder why the two kids had become friends and now had a crush on one another. They really did have something in common.

Mom1 (Pam): Hello, I'm Jer's Mom, Pam. This is Nina, his other mom. It's finally nice to meet you two.

Sonny: Like wise, I'm Sonny-other wise known as Papa and this is Will-Dad.

Will: Nice to meet you. So it looks like our kids like one another.

Nina: I know there might be an age difference. But I guess they met in a class she is taking with him.

Will: While yes there is a difference by what a year, she's in 8th grade.

Nina: He's a freshman. I guess they had some classes together last year and were in the same circle of friends.

Sonny: I do remember him over with some other "study" pals last year.

Pam: Yes, that's right, he told me had hung out with that "coffee shop owners house" with his daughter.

Sonny: I'm so glad the Common Grounds is so rememberable.

Nina: Only place I get my coffee, even for home. I have a special blend always on order.

Sonny: Italian Blend, am I right.

Nina: Yes, the stronger the better. This blend has the right amount of espresso.

Sonny: Well, I am glad that we still carry that type, I'll make sure we always do.

They find some tables and put them together. Will asked what everyone whats and goes in and puts the order in. He tells them his treat.

Pam: No, we should at least help.

Will: This is my families' place, for over 40 years now. Don't worry, I've got this.

He goes up the counter to place his order and his sister Sid comes out of the back.

Sid: Well if it isn't my big brother.

Will: What's up sis?

Sid: Not much, what I can start for you guys?

Will: Here, I wrote it down, too much to just tell you.

Sid: no, you're just worried I'd forget something. Typical. (she rolls her eyes as she put the order in).

She comes from around the counter to check the coffee station, and then she walks with Will back to his table. He introduces her to the women. And the twins are about climbing over anyone to get to her.

Norah: Auntie Hi. (getting up to give her a hug)

Sid: Hey Sweetie, how are you?

Norah: I'm good.

Sid: Hey, Noah bud. Can Auntie have a hug?

Noah: No way Jose.

Sid: Please?

Noah: Ok, I hug you Sid. (she bend down and he flies into her arms.)

Will: Pam, Nina, this is Sidney, she's my little sister.

P/N: Nice to meet you.

Will: They are Jeremy's parents. (nodding to Jeremy, who was sitting next to Vaeh.)

Sid: Awh. So you approve of my niece having a...

Will: Yes, she can have male friends. (the adults laugh, but they knew what was up. Vaeh and Jeremy were a lot more than friends, and Sonny and especially Will were going to have to get used to it.)

Sid: (walking back to the counter with Will) I thought you had this no boyfriend rule until she was in 9th grade.

Will: She goes to the same school-for some of the accelerated classes, so I guess it counts and he's on the basketball team.

Sid: and she's the cheerleader. How typical.

Meanwhile at the other table Vaeh and Jer were chatting about the basketball's summer league. He had a tournament coming up and wanted her to come to some of the games.

Vaeh: I'd love too.

Jer: Do you even like basketball? I mean if you don't, you don't have to pretend.

Vaeh: Are you kidding me? I have two Dad's of course I love basketball, football and especially baseball.

Jer: Really.

Vaeh: We even have season tickets to the Bulls, Bears and Sox.

Jer: No way.

Vaeh: Sure. It's a great way to spend time together.

Jer: Those are all my faves, but I do love the Green Bay Packers too.

Sonny: Did I just hear someone say something about GBP?

Jer: Yes, one of my fave teams.

Will: Those are fighting words. The Bears are the best.

Sonny: And in the last how many years have the won a ring?

Vaeh: Crap it starts. I knew that you all would have something in common.

Jer: Well that's good right?

Vaeh: Sure. I suppose.

Jer: Hey, you know what?

Vaeh: What?

Jer: Isn't it a good thing that me and your parents have something in common? (touching her leg)

Vaeh: Sure. It'll help win them over, I bet.

Jer: Yeah, and the best thing we have in common is, you.

He kisses her cheek and of course she blushes. They continue to hold hands at the table and talk about anything they can come up with. The parents at the other table saw the kiss and were just going to let it slid. The mom's said that Jeremy was a good boy, and got great grades, and Vaeh would actually be his first "girlfriend" because, still there where kids that could be cruel and mean. There were still the ones out there who didn't get the samesex parent house hold. And Sonny and Will agreed. This is the same reason why the had been so choosy about a preschool program for the twins.

Sonny: It's one thing for Papa to drop you off in the morning, and then have Daddy pick you up at night. I was so happy when the preschool/daycare opened next to CG2. I was able to work at that coffee shop and Will was in the hospital, so it was nice.

Pam: I know what your saying. When we wanted to be room mothers, when Jer and Jen were younger, you would have thought we had two heads asking. But then we tried it and it was great.

Will: So, how old is Jen?

Pam: She's Vaeh's age. I think they go to school together. (looking at Vaeh for assistance).

Vaeh: yes, we have 2 classes together and she is in my study group for science.

Nina: Wow, they really do have a lot in common. But I think that is a really good thing.

The couples made a promise have dinner sometime soon. And they told Vaeh and Jeremy that they could stay at the pub for a while longer if they wanted, but Sonny and Will needed to get the younger ones home for naps.

Sonny: (to Vaeh) Be home in a little while, K. And be safe. I love you, Sweets.

Will: See ya. I was nice to meet you Jer. (shaking his hand)

Jer: It was nice to meet you, both of you too. And I'll walk Vaeh home, I promise (putting up his pinkie)

The guys just shook their heads and chuckled. She was already teaching him family secrets, she must have had it bad. And that was it, Vaeh had her first "boyfriend" and their meeting had gone pretty good.

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Later that night, Sonny is entering his and Will's bedroom. He is smiling, because he had just locked up and checked on the kids one more time.

Will: What? You are smiling like you have a major secret.

Sonny: No, no secret. I was just thinking about how Vaeh was feeling today.

Will: Do you mean the Cheering or the boyfriend?

Sonny: obviously she was going to be great at the cheering, she's your daughter, failure is not in the vocab. I was talking about Jeremy. The way he looked at her. It was respectable, not like some of those highschool boys, looking at the girls like vultures. I think that growing up with 2 Mom's helped him with his respect of women.

Will: I was thinking the same thing, except-

Sonny: Except what.

Will: We might have to revisit the "Talk" that we put off.

Sonny: I know. Let's just see how "serious" they get first. They didn't even want any of us to see them holding hands, so I hope we have just a little while longer.

Will: Sonny, she's still our girl, just not so little anymore. I don't want a Sami/Lucas repeat. Ok.

Sonny: I completely understand that, but then I wouldn't have you. And I love you.

Will: I know, I love you too. But I for one am not ready for grandkids are you?

Sonny: NO WAY. I love our life just as it is right, now. Ok, so we have the talk.

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The next morning the guys heard a knock on their door. It was Vaeh, she wanted to talk to them.

Will: Are you ok?

Veah: I'm fine. Jeremey's parents invited me over for movie day and I wanted to know if it was ok to go.

Will: That is ok, with me. Sonny?

Sonny: its fine, with me too. When are you going to be back?

Veah: Pam is picking me up at 11 and Nina will bring me back after dinner, which they have invited me for too. Can I please go?

Will: I don't care, but..

Veah: Daddy, Papa don't worry. His mom's said that I have to stay in their "eyes sight" the whole time, with the exception of bathroom breaks.

The two laugh.

Veah: and trust me ok. I like him, but we just met, I am not going to let him talk me into anything I don't want to do. I know about "biology" you don't have to worry about me doing anything dumb. If I'm not comfortable, I'll ask one his mom's to take me home or call one of you. Trust me. Promise.

S/W: Promise.