A/N: Tissue box is in its usual spot. Don't worry: it's good tears.

Chapter 5

Caleigh and Lex returned to their temporary home. Andy was with Victoria. His parents and Victoria's mother had arrived from Texas to take over helping Victoria when Andy headed back to spring training. Caleigh smiled at Lex. "I need nap time." Lex barked her response and followed Caleigh to the bedroom.

She woke two hours later with her cellphone ringing. Looking at the caller ID, she smiled. "Hi you."

"Hey you," Zach said. "How you feeling?"

"Honestly Zach," Caleigh yawned, "you woke me up from my nap."

"Sorry babe," Zach said. "We had an early morning workout and we're on down time. How're the Mintons?"

Caleigh smiled. "AJ is getting properly spoiled by her grandparents."

"So you're back at the townhouse?"

Caleigh smiled. "Why the nap."

"Babe, how are you really feeling?"

Caleigh smiled. "I love you too. But I'm feeling fine. I did need the nap but I feel good. And the early morning puke sessions, while they still keep happening, aren't so bad any more. They are more a pain in the butt than being totally brutal like a couple weeks ago."

Zach smiled. "I like that report. What's up the rest of the day?"

"I'm working with Kelly to get our foundations going. She's already filed the legal paperwork. Now it's taking the next step."

"Which is?" Zach asked.

"Finding a master's degree student that wants to develop two web sites for the experience that they see as padding their resume when they graduate but don't get any money for their time. Zach, we need the web to get our message out."

"I get that babe. And Cal, we can toss some under the table dollars to that student."

"I know Zach. After I get him or her in the door."

"And maybe keep them on board?"

Caleigh shook her head. "Way ahead of you. I find a passionate one that loves good causes."

"Rock it babe," Zach smiled.

"I miss you," Caleigh smiled. "And that's not my hormones talking."

"I miss you too babe. Speaker my loves." Caleigh smiled, hitting the button. "Miss you too Lex!"

Lexie barked her happy response.

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By mid-March, the build on the new home was wrapping up. It was just the painters. Caleigh had selected all the colors. Zach checked in following an afternoon spring training game with the Boston Red Sox in Sarasota, Florida. "Babe, you stay away from that house with them painting."

"Zach, Dr. Navarro has already kicked my butt about that. I get it."

"Thank you my love," Zach smiled. "How does the flooring look in the upstairs bathroom and kitchen?"

"Simply amazing," Caleigh smiled. "And our guy Joe, the furniture store guy, is still there. We're already working together. He's going to get one helluva commission check. What I can't find that I like, he's finding on the store's company website at other stores in the area."

"You go girl," Zach smiled. "Babe, I'm sorry it's you doing all of this."

Caleigh shook her head. "I signed up for this when I married you. You are the not around but very supportive husband. I get that. How's Andy being back?"

Zach laughed. "I had to kick his ass into reality his first game back. Since then, he's been Andy. I like our rotation Cal. And our team. I think we're ready to make a challenge."

"I'm happy Zach," Caleigh said. "For you, us and the team."

"Thanks babe; I love and appreciate your support."

"Zach, I support you always."

"I know Caleigh. Why I love you."

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The Braves left spring training and with a day off before the season home opener, the two couples were in Pedro and Alec's home. Lexie and Dani were welcomed as well. Miguel eyed AJ as Andy gently got her out of her car seat. Andy smiled at him. "Do you want to hold her Miguel?"

He nodded his head. Caleigh rubbed his shoulder. "You can do it Miguel." He looked at her.

"Sit down in your dad's chair and put your back against the chair," Caleigh smiled.

Miguel did as Caleigh said. "Now hold out your arms and Andy will help you tuck in AJ close. She likes to be warm," Caleigh smiled. "She's still an infant." Miguel looked at her.

"You can do it Miguel," Andy smiled, handing AJ to Miguel, helping Miguel get her settled in his arms.

Miguel looked at AJ and then Caleigh. Caleigh smiled at him. Just then AJ, started to fuss a bit. "It's OK Miguel," Caleigh said. "Just lightly rub her tummy with your right hand." Caleigh helped him. AJ fell into blissful sleep. Miguel looked at Caleigh with his small, quiet smile.

"Most awesome," Rashad smiled at Zach.

Zach rubbed his back. "Your turn is coming pal," he smiled.

While the boys and ladies fawned over AJ, the guys went to the backyard with Zach helping Pedro cook chicken on Pedro's Weber and Zach's that he brought up from the house. "How's it looking Zach?" Pedro asked.

"They are so close to being done," Zach smiled. "And it all looks amazing."

"What's left?"

Zach shook his head. "The curtains and blinds go in next Tuesday and Wednesday. Then it's just tinkering around with little stuff like making sure all the plumbing, heating and AC is working. Getting the satellite TV and Wi-Fi hooked up. They put the alarm system in as they were building. And Mike has the concrete guys coming into make the back patio seamless to the pool. After that, it's just passing a final inspection from the city."

"But you're not moving in until May?" Josh asked.

"Our game schedule in April really doesn't allow it," Zach said. "Skip and the brass have approved me being off the first weekend in May. Andy pitches that Friday night with me catching and then we both have Saturday and Sunday off to move in along with part of Monday. The storage containers will arrive Friday. Cal's brother Mike and his girlfriend are flying down to help us along with Jose and Kelly. And Calvin, our insurance agent, will basically be there the whole weekend in case something got damaged while it was in storage. The new furniture that Caleigh has bought will be delivered then as well."

"You know we'll all help," Pedro said.

Zach smiled. "We're sorta counting on that." Josh rubbed Zach's shoulder with a wide smile.

Andy smiled. "Damn that chicken is starting to smell good," he said taking a drink of his beer. He looked at Zach. "It's home cooked food after six weeks."

Zach smiled, taking a sip of his own. "Tell me about it. I'm sick of restaurant food."

Dinner was a huge success with Zach and Andy getting home cooking. The grilled chicken, along with their favorites; cheesy potato casserole, Asian cole slaw and garlic bread. The couples all smiled as Rashad and Miguel got up twice to check on AJ. She was soundly sleeping on a quilt Alec put down on the living room floor. Lexie and Dani were sleeping close by to keep her warm.

The second time back to the table, Rashad sat down with a huge smile on his face. "Dude?" Andy asked.

"It's world peace Minnie," Rashad smiled. Everyone looked at him. "Pablo is keeping AJ's feet warm," he beamed.

"Pablo?" Victoria asked.

Alec smiled. "Our cat. Who doesn't get along with dogs."

"There's some karma for that daughter of yours bro," Zach smiled at Minnie.

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A week out from move in weekend, Zach got a phone call from Jose. "Now what's wrong?"

"Why do you think something is wrong Zach?"

"Because every time you call me, it's usually to chew me out about something Jose," Zach fired back.

"I don't do that," Jose defended.

"Yeah right," Zach smiled. "What's up?"

"Call your brother-in-law. He and his girlfriend are on the same flight to Atlanta as Kelly and me. Actually, they are sitting across the aisle from us in first class, thanks to your discount. All they have to do is get to the airport. I've got the rental car in Atlanta and we're staying in the same hotel for the weekend."

"Jose, you and Kelly don't have to come down."

"Zach, we're coming to help. It's me making up for all the phone calls questioning you when I shouldn't."

Zach shook his head at Minnie in their hotel room. "He finally gets it now." Andy laughed. "Thanks man."

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Aaron, Beth and Jack were watching the Friday night game before the big move on DirecTV's MLB package. The Braves were playing the Giants in Atlanta.

"And there's strike three," Chip Carey, the voice of the Braves on Fox Sports Southeast excitedly said. "Andy Minton has his first career complete game pitching a two hit shutout as the Braves beat the Giants five to nothing." The video showed Zach and Andy sharing a handshake with Zach softly slapping Andy's chest.

"But folks," Joe Simpson, Chip's partner and broadcast analyst said, "you're not going to see these two around the rest of the weekend."

Chip took over as the production truck put up a picture. "This is Zach and Caleigh Hotchner's home the Monday morning after Thanksgiving. Everyone remembers the mega storm that went through. Their home took a direct lightning hit." The picture was of the burnt out home.

"And this is their home today," Joe said. Another picture came up showing their re-built home. "With the Braves' blessings the guys will be working another job."

"On behalf of all of us at Fox Sports Southeast, we wish Zach, Caleigh, Andy and the moving in crew a wonderful weekend," Chip said.

"The guys deserve it after their performance tonight," Joe said. "Andy pitched beautifully, completely in synch with Zach, who drove in three of the five runs."

Chip smiled into the camera. "From all us at Fox Sports Southeast, welcome home Hotchners. The postgame with Jerome Jurenovich and Brian Jordan is up next. For Joe Simpson, I'm Chip Carey. Good night from SunTrust Park."

Jack smiled at Aaron and Beth. "That was nice of them."

"Yes it was," Aaron said, rubbing his head. "But it's bedtime for you."

Jack yawned. "I'm ready."

"Then get moving buddy," Beth said, pushing him off the couch.

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Monday morning after getting off the elevator arriving at the BAU, Penelope Garcia rushed into her lair with her office phone ringing. "What?" she answered.

"Whoa Princess P, let's try this again. Ring, ring."

Garcia smiled. "The office of greatness is now open. How may I help you my golden Hotchner boy?"

Zach smiled. "I need a co-conspirator."

Garcia smiled. "You know I'm your girl. Whatca need Zach?"

An hour later, Aaron Hotchner walked into the Round Table Room precisely at ten in the morning. "Let's get started," he said, sitting down.

"Right sir," Garcia said, getting up from her chair. "First things first." She pushed a button to get the video screen going.

Cruz blew into the room. "Am I too late?"

"Right on time sir," Garcia smiled. She pushed another button.

"Good morning dad and team," Zach smiled across the screen. "Welcome to breakfast in our re-built and moved in home. It felt good to sleep here last night."

Zach swung his cellphone around to show the entire move in crew eating brunch in the kitchen either at the table or standing around the island. He moved the camera to Caleigh holding AJ.

AJ was happily blowing bubbles and kicking her feet. Caleigh smiled. "Aaron, with Mike and Sarah here, Zach and I can't keep our secret anymore." She beamed. Mike broadly smiled taking the cell from Zach as Zach moved towards Caleigh.

"Dad," Zach said, "we didn't want to say anything until we were sure. Come October, gender not determined and won't be you'll be getting one of these." They both smiled. "Grandpa."

The Round Table Room went silent.

JJ recognized the words first sitting next to Hotch. "Congratulations," she smiled rubbing his shoulder.

"Oh my God!" Garcia said.

Cruz smiled at Hotch. "Congratulations Aaron." He looked at the screen. "And the both of you. What a great way to celebrate getting back in your home."

"Thanks Mat," Caleigh smiled.

"Dad, we know you're going to take a ration of shit from the team. But we just had to share this with all of them. They're our family that have supported us," Zach smiled. "When we really needed them." Derek, Reid, Garcia and JJ looked at each other knowing what time Zach was talking about.

"Congratulations son," Aaron smiled. "You're going to be a wonderful father."

"Thanks dad. I've got the best example in the world." JJ and Tara rubbed Hotch's back as his eyes welled up a bit. He wasn't the only one.

Emily appeared in a corner of the screen. "Oh my gawd you two! I'm so happy for you."

"Thanks Em," Zach smiled. "And thank you Garcia. How's dad?"

"Still digesting the news my golden Hotchner new dad to be." The group in the kitchen and at the BAU laughed.

"Caleigh, how are you?" Aaron asked.

"I'm fine dad. The first trimester has been rough. But that's settling down. And so, so glad to be home."

Hotch shook his head and thought for a second. "You had the final on the build and all that going on with you in your first trimester and Zach in spring training?"

Caleigh smiled. "I had an angel on my shoulder taking care of me. I think you know her."

"Thanks Haley," Dave quietly said. Reid rubbed his shoulder with a smile.

Zach smiled. "Cal, with mom backing her rocked it out dad."

Aaron shook his head. "To say right now I'm a bit taken back is an understatement. Especially with what you two had on your plate these past few months." He paused. "And I love you both. I'm extremely happy for you both. I'm proud to be a grandpa to be," he smiled. "And I'm really proud of how you two came through all of this. And have moved on." He shook his head. "Wow. I'm gonna be a grandfather. Thank you both," he broadly smiled. "I love you two."

"We love you too dad," Zach and Caleigh said.

"And for the record you two," Aaron said. "I know how to handle my team. And their garbage."

"The Hotchner glare for the win," Zach smiled. The team all roared with laughter.

Everyone in the Round Table Room looked at Rossi. "What? I wanted the kids to have the time with Aaron." He looked into the camera in the room.

"Say it all together with Uncle Dave gang," Zach smiled.

"It's about goddamn time," they all said.

"You are good," Zach smiled. "We love you family."

Epilogue

Beth blew into the house as Aaron dumped his briefcase in a nook counter chair. "Aaron, the bus is coming down the street."

Aaron smiled at her. "Hi grandma," he said, pulling into a hug. "You ready for that?"

"No, Beth said. She pulled away, looking at Aaron and smiled, loosening his tie and unbuttoning his shirt collar. "And yes, I am." They shared a kiss as Jack unlocked the front door. They listened to Jack doing his normal routine and proudly smiled.

Jack walked into the kitchen. "What are you two doing home this early?"

Aaron and Beth shared a smile and then looked at him, saying together, "Hi Uncle Jack."

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A/N: And that's how you do that. We get this Hotchner baby on the way.

Thank you everyone once again for all the favorite and following alerts. And the reviews. To all the rest that just read, thank you for that. I say it always but it comes from the heart. I know reading takes time out of your busy day. It's deeply appreciated.

I think you can guess what the next story might be. But hey! You never know. I might surprise you with a quick one before June and that big family help move in story. You know my mind. Or maybe, it's better that you don't.

Thank you again to my OK Teacher for the proofreading. She still did it while counting down days to seeing the little rascals out the door for the last time. Her patience dealing with them is not a virtue I share.

*Knightly bow* Luvs ya Tigger. And miss you much.