The next day the family decided they would go to the beach. It would be the first time they took Ethan to the beach and they were excited. Jess put him in his car seat and loaded the car. George was making them some coffee to take with them. They were waiting for Kate and Cal to come over with Connie and their two kids so they could go. They had decided to make a family outing out of it especially seen as it was slowly getting colder and they might not be able to go to the beach again before winter.

Ethan was kicking his legs about in his car seat making Jess laugh when someone put their hands over her eyes. 'Uncle Caleb, I know it's you' she muttered turning to see him.

'Well then Jessica let me see little Ethan then' he told her reaching around her to tickle the tiny baby. 'See that's more like it' he whispered as Ethan started getting excited.

They loaded up the final things into the car and everyone got in. Cal took his car with Connie, Kate and their kids whilst Jess and George followed with Ethan. They arrived at the beach to find that it was completely deserted. No one was there despite the fact that it was a really hot day. Cal and George unloaded the car whilst the women took the children to paddle. Jess sat on the sand with Ethan because he was getting grumpy.

Cal looked at George quizzically. 'Yes' George whispered, understanding exactly what the young doctor was asking. They set up a small area with chairs and towels and joined the family near the water. 'Do you want me to take him?' George asked a flustered looking Jess.

'It's fine, he's been a bit grumpy. I don't know why though' Jess whispered.

'I do' George told her.

'Why?' Jess asked interestedly.

'Because he's nervous. He's been trying to find the courage to do something for months, he desperately wants everything to be perfect. Most of all he wants you to say yes' George told her.

'What's going on' Jess asked looking around at her family who were crowding around them. Cal took Ethan and gestured for Jess to look at George. George had dropped down onto one knee.

'Jessica Hardy. I have been in love with you for so long. I'm not sure where I would be without you. Every time I leave you, I feel a part of my heart break. I never want to be away from you again. You made me the happiest man when you brought our little boy into the world and I am so proud of the mother you have become for him. I want to spend the rest of my life with you and Ethan. Will you do me the honour of becoming my wife?' George spoke, his voice choking on emotions as he poured his heart out.

Jess looked at him, her eyes filling with tears. She held his hand tightly. 'YES!' She cried, pulling him to his feet and kissing him passionately. 'I love you so much' she breathed as she kissed him again. Both Cal and Kate were delighted for her and drew her into a massive hug.

'Umm, I have an announcement to make' Jess spoke after being congratulated by her family.

Everyone turned to look at her and she blushed self-consciously. 'Um… I hope you don't mind sharing your life with another person. You see it won't just be me and Ethan…. I'm pregnant' Jess explained to her fiancé. George turned to face her, his face etched with pure joy and he embraced her again.

'Why would I mind? I'm ecstatic!' He cried, tears of joy rolling down their cheeks and they kissed again.

It seemed that their little family was now complete, a wedding on the horizon and another little baby to come, will it all be as it seems?