After leaving Barbados, Joey and Ross both attempt to come clean to each other that they're dating Rachel and Charlie, however, various obstacles constantly get in their way. Meanwhile, Monica gets a new haircut much to Chandler's dismay and Phoebe finds out that Mike has another girlfriend

After Ross finds out about Joey and Rachel's relationship, he invites Rachel, Joey and Charlie to a dinner party at his apartment, which ends up being really uncomfortable for everyone involved. Meanwhile, Monica and Chandler are overwhelmed by various adoption options and Phoebe suggests talking to a couple that has gone through the process. Unfortunately things go sideways when Chandler can't keep his big mouth shut

Ross goes to a spray-on tanning salon but fails to follow the 'simple' instructions. Meanwhile, Joey and Rachel struggle to make the transition from friends to lovers. Also, Monica and Phoebe try to avoid an annoying woman that used to live in their building

On Emma's first birthday, Ross and Rachel convince everyone to delay their plans so they can attend her party, however plans go awry when Emma's birthday cake is revealed

To help her younger sister, Amy, become a more responsible person, Rachel overrides Ross' strong protests and allows Amy to baby-sit Emma but soon regrets that decision. Meanwhile, Joey volunteers to write a recommendation letter for Monica and Chandler's adoption agency, however, he's concerned about not sounding smart. Also, Phoebe unknowingly thwarts Mike's "anniversary" surprise for her

Ross has a chance to be selected by Dr. Benjamin Hobart for an esteemed paleontology grant. Unfortunately, Hobart happens to be Charlie's obsessed ex-boyfriend

Monica and Chandler nervously prepare for a visit from an adoption worker who will decide if they would be suitable parents. Meanwhile, Phoebe and Mike keep changing their minds about donating their wedding money to a children's charity. And Ross tries to help Rachel overcome her fear of swing sets so that baby Emma can enjoy the playground

Joey, Ross, Rachel and Phoebe convince Monica and Chandler to host a Thanksgiving dinner, however the four of them end up arriving an hour late as the boys decide to go to Rangers game, while the girls take Emma to a baby beauty pageant. This enrages Monica and she refuses to let the famished guests into her and Chandler's apartment which causes even bigger problems

Nervous and excited, Monica and Chandler travel to Ohio to meet a young pregnant woman, Erica Simmons, who is considering allowing them to adopt her child when it's born. Upon meeting her they discover that due to a mix-up at the adoption agency, Erica thinks that Monica is a reverend and Chandler is a doctor. Meanwhile, Joey dates Phoebe's friend but annoys her with his territorial eating habits

After Phoebe and Rachel catch Chandler getting into a car with an unknown blonde woman, they follow them to the suburbs. Fearing that Chandler is cheating on Monica, they inform her and learn that the woman is a real estate agent. The pair has been secretly shopping for houses and struggling with how to tell their best friends about their plans

Joey is a celebrity contestant on "The $100,000 Pyramid," with its actual host, Donny Osmond. Meanwhile, Phoebe's bachelorette party features a rather unexpected surprise when the stripper shows up. Also, Chandler and Ross attend a college reunion and flash back to 1987 to reflect on a pact they made when they were in college

As the big day approaches, Phoebe's wedding planner, Monica, makes everyone around her crazy because according to her - every little thing needs to happen around schedule. This doesn't sit well with Phoebe and she fires her. Unfortunately, on the wedding day New York is hit with the worst snowstorm its seen in 20 years, forcing plans to change

Joey implores Francophile Phoebe to teach him French before an important audition, but she quickly becomes exasperated. Meanwhile, surrogate mom Erica is visiting town and tells the Bings that the baby's father may be a shovel killer. Also, Ross and Rachel grow closer after her sarcastic father, Dr

Monica and Chandler visit their potential new house and bring Joey along, who's still upset about them moving, so he's determined to change their minds. Meanwhile, Phoebe learns that she can legally change her name to whatever she wants, so she considers something more exotic. Also, Ross gets tenure at his job, while Rachel's unfortunate job interview actually leads her to some new career opportunities

After Rachel makes a startling announcement about her possibly accepting a new job offer in Paris, Ross secretly schemes to get her former job back at Ralph Lauren. Joey is so flustered by all of the upheaval in his friends' lives that Phoebe prevents him from learning about the sudden death of his agent Estelle. Meanwhile, Monica and Chandler check out the house for sale next door to their new suburban home and make a stunning discovery

Extremely pregnant Erica visits Monica and Chandler just as they are preparing to move to their new house in the suburbs. At the same time Rachel has packed and ready for her move to Paris, so on her last night in New York the gang hosts a farewell party for her. She says goodbye to each of her friends individually, except for Ross and he's offended

Erica goes into labor and the new parents, Monica and Chandler, get a bit more than they bargained for. Meanwhile, Joey gets them a housewarming gift - Chick Jr. and Duck Jr