A/N: I would like to apologise for taking so long releasing this chapter. I had a massive writers block until this weekend where I wrote this in a couple of hours Sunday night.

I own nothing, anything here is purely coincidental.

Enjoy!

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The doorbell rung about 12 o'clock and Nick went to answer the door. Standing there were his 4 best friends (plus Winston's long time girlfriend Poppy and Coach's fiancé Bridget ) each holding a gift wrapped in colourful paper. "Hey guys! Come on in, and head out to backyard, Jess will be out with the twins in a moment."

"Where can we put the presents?" Cece asked.

"On the kitchen table is fine. Ah here are my babies" said Nick as Jess walked in with the twins slowly walking behind her. He picked up Blake who was dressed in an outfit similar to his own; blue shirt - Nick's was flannel while Blake's was plain - and jeans while Jess picked up Emily who was in a simple pink sundress and leggings (Jess also had a similar outfit on except hers was purple).

Schmidt giggled. "Did you guys intend to dress alike? Because you remind me of The Brady Bunch"

Cece slapped lightly Schmidt's arm. "They look adorable and besides you once admitted to me that you would do the same thing." Cece dug into her purse which she had placed on the kitchen counter and pulled out a small jar. "Money in the Jar, now."

While Schmidt was getting his wallet out, Poppy smiled at the family. "I think you all look sweet. Jess you will have to tell me later where you got your dress."

Jess smiled back. "Oh this old thing? Thanks Poppy. Alright, let us get this party started. You ready Emily?" she asked her daughter
Emily simply pointed to the presents on the table. "Mine."

Jess laughed at her daughter. "Later honey. Right now we have a surprise for you and Blake."

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Winston and Coach pretty much ran outside in excitement to play on the swings.

"Hey, those are for the twins! Not you two goofballs." Nick called out as he followed them outside. "Blake, I hope one day that you have best friends like these guys. I have known Winston for as long as I can remember. Scary when you think about it." He looked down at his son in his arms who was looking right back at him, listening intently. "You may be adventurous unlike your sister but you are much better listener than she is. Don't ever tell Emily I said that."

"Don't tell Emily you said what?" asked Jess who had walked up behind them.

"Uh nothing, men stuff. You know like beer, hardware stores and bacon." Jess laughed. "You ready to show the swing set?" asked Nick.

Just as Jess was about to reply, Bridget walked up holding a camera. "Hey guys, I got my camera ready to take photos. I hope you don't mind."

"Oh my gosh, Bridget that would be lovely. Thank you! Saves me running around trying to do that too." Jess happily replied.

Bridget waved her hand. "Oh trust me, it's nothing. I actually love photography and I wanted this to be my presents to the twins."

"Alrighty then. Can we give the twins their present because Winston wants to get on the swings." Nick glanced over at Winston who looked a little guilty (but was also itching to get onto the swings). Nick and Jess walked over and put the twins down on the grass. They instantly ran over to the swing set.

"I think they like it." Cece remarked as Nick and Jess picked up the twins and put them each in one of the seats and started pushing them. Both Blake and Emily started giggling and squealing, happily enjoying their new toy.

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They continued for about 10 minutes more before Jess declared it was time for cake. Cece followed her into the kitchen to help get the cake ready.

"Hey Jess, I have some news."

Jess was putting the candle on the cake when she looked over at Cece. "You're pregnant aren't you?"

"What? How did you guess?"

"You haven't had a glass of wine at all when you have come over for dinner in last month or two. Plus you have been not been wearing any tight tops lately. I had my suspicions."

"I can't keep anything a secret from you can I?" Cece asked.

"Not really! So how far along are you? Does Schmidt know? Can I tell Nick? This is so exciting!" Jess ran around the kitchen counter to give her oldest friend a big hug.

Cece hugged Jess back. "About three months. Of course he knows! We wanted to be sure before announcing it so you can tell Nick whenever you want."

"I am so excited for you. Especially after Sadie said..."

"I know, that was why we wanted to make sure we were past the three month mark before announcing anything. We got the all clear on Thursday. Anyway let's get this cake out, the guys are probably wondering what we're doing."

Jess lit the candle with a match and picked up the cake. "Let's go!" Cece opened the backdoor as Jess started singing. "Happy birthday to you..."

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It was finally time to open their other presents. Nick and Jess sat on the grass with Blake and Emily in front of them. First were two parcels from Winston and Poppy.

"What is this Blake? A robot puzzle? That is so cool." Jess remarked as Blake attacked the wrapping paper. Emily received a puppy puzzle and was playing with the ribbon that had been wrapped around her present.

Winston grinned. "Everybody loves puzzles!"

Coach handed over his presents. "Open mine next."

Slowly the twins ripped the paper, inside was a pile of sports related picture books. These included titles such as "Clifford and the Blue Frisbee" and "Spot Plays Catch".

"Nice work Coach!" Nick remarked.

Finally it was time for Schmidt and Cece's. Blake got a toy toolset while Emily got a toy handbag with little accessories. "See like Mother and Daughter!" Schmidt happily exclaimed.

"And like Father and Son." Cece said smiling at Nick. "It was Schmidt's idea."

Nick and Jess laughed. "No this is perfect. We love it. Thank you!" said Jess. She looked at all her friends. "Thank you all, for helping celebrate our babies special day. We love you all."

Blake yawned and curled up in his mum's lap ready for a sleep. "I think these guys need a nap, how about we go put them to bed and then we clean up?" Nick asked Jess.

"No no, you guys put the twins to bed, we'll start cleaning up." Poppy said as she stood up ready to clean up. "We'll be fine, Schmidt can tell us what to do."

Nick and Jess looked a little relieved. "Give us 20 minutes and we'll be back." Nick said as he stood up with Emily in his arms.

"Take your time. We'll be fine." Cece said. "I'll make sure Schmidt doesn't reorganise your kitchen or something."

"I wouldn't dare! But if their cutlery is not in order, I may have to fix it." Schmidt said, looking a little insulted.

"Schmidt..." Cece gave Schmidt a death stare.

"No touching the cutlery drawer."

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The couple tucked the twins in their cots for an afternoon nap. "They look so peaceful." said Jess resting her head on Nick's shoulder.

Nick pressed a kiss to Jess's forehead. "I could watch them sleep for hours. I did, especially the week after we brought them home." He admitted.

"I know, me too. Come on, let's go make sure Winston and Coach haven't broken the swing set." Jess took Nick's hand and started to pull him down the staircase but he stopped and pulled Jess towards him and gave a gentle kiss on her lips.

"I love you. Did you know that?" He asked looking into her blue eyes.

Jess pretended to think about it for a moment. "I think so." She kissed him again. "I love you too."