"Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never the same"

Steve McGarrett came bounding into the office early Wednesday morning with a smile even broader than usual.

Danny looked across the table to Chin and Kono and then back to his partner who was sipping his coffee. "I think you've had enough caffeine Steven, what in the world could have you so happy at six thirty in the morning"

"Danny my friend, you are no longer the only parent of this quartet"

"CATHERINE'S PREGNANT! Wow Babe, congratulations, that's awesome news!" Danny stated, "All I can say is it's about time brother!"

"We've been practicing partner, practicing"

They all laughed, exchanged hugs and chatted about the upcoming new addition to the McGarrett, and Five-0 family. Steve and Catherine had been happily married a little over two years now and six months ago Catherine had retired from the Navy and she was now working as a military recruiter. They had settled into a routine and the next natural step had finally happened….they would soon be parents.

"So how far along is she?"

"Eight Weeks Kono. I tell you guys there's no better feeling than this"

"Take it from me buddy there is. When they put that screaming little bundle into my arms for the first time...man, THAT, that was the best moment of my life. Nothing will ever be the same for you Steve and I couldn't be happier for you"

"I can't wait Danny. I'm going to enjoy every minute of this"

"Yes you will, yes you will"

Several weeks later the group was sitting around a table at a restaurant terrace sharing dinner and wine, celebrating a drug bust that had taking out an up and coming drug cartel on the big island.

After dinner Steve held up his glass, "Catherine and I would like to share some news with you all. We found out earlier today that we're having a son" The pride showed on Steve's face as he spoke those words...a son! Because of his relationship with Gracie he had deep down been hoping for a little girl of his own, his own little angel but when the Doctor had told them it was a boy he couldn't believe the sense of pride and joy that overwhelmed him. I guess when it got right down to it, a healthy baby was all he wanted, the sex didn't even matter.

The group toasted to the joyous news. Danny sat, staring at his partner and grinning. Steve caught his eye, "What partner?"

"Another male McGarrett, can this world handle it?" They all chuckled and sat visiting for several hours celebrating the good news.

As they were walking to their cars Kono asked, "How many weeks along are you now Catherine?"

"Twenty three…I just can't wait. I'm so excited to meet him"

"The day will be here before you know it. Good Night now, it was wonderful seeing you"

"You too Kono, Good night"