Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
=/\=/\=/\= Begin U.S.S. Aconcagua Dedication =/\=/\=/\=

CEO_McDowell says:
::Bumbling around in Engineering, furiously patting away at various consoles... all in his dress whites, burning up and sweating feverishly::

NPC_Valar says:
::Walking to the launch site of the USS Aconcagua wearing her dress uniform::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::In ceremony room awaiting the Admiral and the rest of the crew::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
:::Finishing dressing up in full Dress with his sword and dagger in place::

CNS_Richardson says:
::In her temporary quarters at Earth Station McKinley, checking her appearance over one last time::

NPC_Lena says:
::Next to Kate, in her dress uniform::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Dusts off non-existent dust from his dress uniform, while looking in the mirror, in his quarters:: Self: Well... ::Sighs:: I'm as ready as I'll ever be.  ::Exits his quarters::

NPC-Trish says:
::Looking around for Arlene and others that are her friends::

NPC_Gina says:
::Next to Lena::

NPC-Nick says:
::With Kate and Lena, in dress uniform::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Straightens the white jacket one last time::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Tapping faster... warp intermix ratios, impulse power curves, EPS tap frequencies... too much to check!!!::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Walks in eating terran popcorn, grinning.  Spots Selan::

NPC_Sketek says:
::Walks in to the hall::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Walks out the quarters towards the ceremony ::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
::Arrives and walks up to the podium in the presentation hall... waits for everyone to arrive::

NPC_Kate says:
::Standing next to Lena::

NPC_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Takes a seat awaiting the ceremony, tugging at his collar::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Arm tucked into her husbands and the baby in the other, looks around::

NPC_Thomas says:
::Walks in and takes a seat and sighs::

NPC_Valar says:
::Walks into the presentation hall and finds her place::

NPC_Bishop says:
::Walks into the hall and takes a seat in the back near doors to the buffet::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Exits her quarters, and makes her way to the appointed place, noticing somewhat distractedly all the hubbub around, her thoughts on the upcoming assignment::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Enters the launch area and looks around::

NPC_Peter says:
::Wanders into the hall and stands right at the back::

NPC_Lennier says:
::Arrives in hall

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Finds a seat and sits down::

NPC-Trish says:
::Waves to Arlene to join her::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Looks for Kate::

NPC_DJ says:
::Enters hall and takes a seat in the back tugging at dress uniform collar::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Sees the Admiral and nods::

NPC_Lilia says:
::Walks into the presentation hall and takes her seat::

NPC_Lena says:
::Looks at Nick and Kate:: Shall we?

NPC_Tom says:
::Enters the ceremony room::

NPC_Kate says:
::Tucks at her collar since it seems a bit tight::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Enters the hall ::

NPC-Nick says:
::Waves quietly to Arlene::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Stops in his tracks, pulls out a tissue and wipes a few tears from his face. ::

NPC_Tim says:
::Walks next to Lilia into the main hall::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Sees her and takes the seat next to her::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Follows the crowd, thinking that this must be the place, and finds an empty seat::

CEO_McDowell says:
Self: Auccch!!!  ::Gives up, grabs his sword and such next to the "pool-table" and hooks it on:: Computer: Site-to-site transport to the ceremony, McDowell-Sierra-05.

NPC_Kate says:
::Sees Nick and waves::

NPC-Trish says:
::Takes her seat::

NPC_Lena says:
::Takes Kate's hand::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Waves at Trish and Nick and smiles, goes over and takes a seat beside Trish::

NPC_Thomas says:
::Walks up to Randy and pats him on the back::

NPC_Martin says:
::Catches up with Brendan and walks to the Main Hall::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Sadly:: Self: Aeryn.

NPC_Gina says:
::Sighs and pulls jacket down::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Sees the rest of the crew file in, uncomfortable in their dress uniforms, and grins inwardly::

NPC-Nick says:
::Takes his seat with Kate, Lena and Gina::

NPC_McLir says:
::Walks to ceremonial hall, limp barely showing::

NPC-Trish says:
Arlene: Good to see you here.  How was your trip?

NPC_Brendan says:
::Looks for a familiar face in the crowd::

NPC_Kate says:
::Sighs deeply::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Beams in right next to Cromwell, startling him:: CO: Excuse me, Sir.

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Bumps into Selan cause he's just standing there and dumps popcorn all over him:: Selan: Ooops, sorry.

NPC_Soonat says:
Hey Kate, bug crowd huh?

CNS_Richardson says:
::Spots the captain across the room, and makes note of his amusement at their discomfort in dress uniform::

NPC_Lena says:
::Sighs and smiles at her shipmates::

NPC_Lennier says:
::Goes over to Arlene and sits down

NPC_Corjet says:
::Sighs heavily, and stands at attention.  Then puts the tissue away and continues::

NPC-Nick says:
::Tries to look out for Linda::

NPC_Arlene says:
Trish:  Good, but long..  How about yours ?  ::Looks around::  Good turn out....

NPC_Sketek says:
::Takes a seat next to nobody because he likes to be alone::

NPC_Adam_More says:
::Walks around, looking for someone he knows::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Walks towards the new CO::

NPC-Nick says:
::Waves over to Randy::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Looks at the CEO:: CEO: I wish you wouldn't do that.

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
Action:  The presentation room window overlooks the new Galaxy class starship, U.S.S. Aconcagua sitting in space dock.

NPC_Kate says:
::Whispers:: Lena: Don't you hate those official functions?

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Walks to the ceremonial hall, with Aurora on one side and Shey on the other::

NPC_Gina says:
::Wonders were DJ got to::

NPC_McLir says:
::Looks around the room, many familiar faces, and many new::

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Takes out a tissue and looks at the crowd::

NPC_Valar says:
::Takes a seat in the corner near the rear of the auditorium::

NPC-Trish says:
Arlene: A long one, also.  I think 24 hours of sleep would help.  ::Smiling::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Tries to brush it off with butter covered hands::

CEO_McDowell says:
CO: My family has a history of working to the last moment. Sorry Sir.

NPC_Martin says:
::Pats Brendan on the back:: Brendan Heya...long time no see ::smiles::

NPC_Lena says:
::Murmurs:: Kate: Yes, I do, but this is a special occasion.

NPC_Peter says:
::Spots Sketek trying to be alone and so goes and sits next to him::

NPC_DJ says:
::Sees Gina and waves her over::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Sees the starship through the window, and feels a sense of awe and pride::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
::Looks around and hopes that everyone has arrived::

NPC_Kate says:
Lena: I know. ::Sighs again::

NPC_Arlene says:
Trish:  A nice long vacation would do wonders.  ::Chuckles::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Puts a finger to his lips for the CEO to listen up::

NPC_Nash says:
::Walks into the ceremony room looking for someone familiar , then he notices McLir and moves to take a seat next to him:: McLir: It is good to see you again Sir

NPC_Selan says:
::Was about to take a photo of the Admiral taking the podium, and sighs at the Starfleet officer who just dropped popcorn on him::

NPC-Nick says:
DJ: Come and sit with Gina and I.

NPC_Thomas says:
::Gasps as he looks at the newly made Galaxy Class ship through the window::

NPC_Kate says:
::Takes a look around the room::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Hopes the rust bucket will be a good one::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Looks out at the window::  CIV:  Where, there is our new ship... our new home.  Are you ready?

NPC_Brendan says:
::Turns around::  Martin:  Been a while.  ::Smiles::

NPC-Trish says:
Arlene: I second that one.  ::Grinning::

NPC_Gina says:
::Smiles but is comfortable and waves DJ over ::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CEO: Nice looking ship, isn't she?

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
::Adjusts mic and clears throat to get everyone's attention::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Wipes brow for a moment, removing the sweat, turns to the FCO next to him and holds out a hand:: FCO: JR McDowell. ::points to a seat:: Shall we?

NPC_DJ says:
::Gets up and heads over to Nick and Gina’s seats::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Settles in her seat, waiting for the ceremony to begin::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Thinking of her parents::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Looks out a portal and sees the  Aconcagua and smiles:: Self: She’s a looker.  ::Then continues on his way::

NPC-Trish says:
::Looks up at the Admiral::

NPC_DJ says:
::Looks up at the Admiral::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
Selan: Hi. Sorry about that.. ::Looks at the handprint on him, back made of butter::  Looks good on you.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Opens his mouth to comment to the CO, but looks at the Admiral and shrugs at Cromwell::

NPC_Valar says:
::Looks out of the portal at the new ship.  Thinks: Truly a wondrous site::

NPC_Selan says:
::Pushes the Starfleet officer away, sighs, mumbles something about "the military," and goes back to taking his pictures for the FNS::

NPC-Nick says:
Randy: Care to join us?

NPC_Kate says:
::Hears the Admiral and turns around to him::

NPC_McLir says:
::Turns to Nash surprised:: Nash: Doing fine Ensign::  Sees pips:: Lieutenant.

NPC_Tim says:
Brendan: Yeah, sad day isn't it? ::Slowly walks into the main hall finding a place to sit::

NPC-Nick says:
::Looks up at the Admiral::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
~~~Auri: I think we should join the rest of the crew up front..~~~ ::Heads to where Capt. Cromwell is and nods::  Aurora : Yes, I am.  ::He can't hide his happiness for returning to the stars::

NPC_Nash says:
::Looks to the Admiral::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: Jean Pierre Baptiste.  ::Smiles:: Pleased to meet you.  ::Shakes hand::

NPC_Peter says:
::Looks at the Admiral::

NPC_Adam_More says:
::Spots Corjet and walks up to him::

NPC_Gina says:
::Watches DJ come over ::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL:  I sincerely appreciate you all attending this ceremony.

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Stumbles back:: Self: Huummmph.. Humans!

NPC_Brendan says:
::Follows Martin::  Martin: It sure is.

NPC_Nash says:
McLir: Yes, Sir.

NPC_Sketek says:
::Is quiet::

NPC_DJ says:
::Sits next to Gina::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Smiles gently at him::  CIV: Of course, love.

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL:  We are all gathered today to commemorate the launch of the newest Galaxy class starship and to honor the passing of a dear friend and companion.

NPC_Arlene says:
::looks up and listens to the Admiral::

NPC_Adam_More says:
Corjet: Hello, Sir.

NPC_Valar says:
::Looks up and sees Admiral Ferrone.  Listens::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Enters and sits::

NPC_McLir says:
::Turns back to listen::

NPC_Kate says:
::Listens::

NPC_Gina says:
::Notices pip on Nick’s collar::

NPC_Lena says:
::Listens::

NPC_Lennier says:
::Listens to the Admiral intently::

NPC_Lilia says:
::Listens to the Admiral::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL:  On Stardate 9907.01, she was promoted to Ensign and posted to the U.S.S. Pharaoh.  While her stay on that ship was short, lasting only 5 months, she will never be forgotten.

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Listens to the Admiral::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Listens to the Admiral as he has a seat with the CEO::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Listens to the Admiral::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Gets to the first row and sits on three seats right to the right of the CNS::

NPC-Nick says:
::Winks to Gina and continues to listen::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Eyes looking past the Admiral and at the ship::

NPC_Selan says:
::Takes photos of the Admiral again, with the Aconcaguanirinowana..Awww, forget about it!  the big ship in the background and continues recording his speech as well::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Finds a nice place to stand in the corner and watch taking notes on the Starfleet officers::

NPC-Trish says:
::Listens while tears appear in her eyes::

NPC_Gina says:
::Listens::

NPC_Thomas says:
::Folds his arms and listens::

NPC_Kate says:
::Gets tears in her eyes::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Tries to fight away tears::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Listening quietly::

NPC_Lena says:
::Lowers her eyes and sighs::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL:  Liked by all and cared for by her crewmates, she made lasting memories for those she met.  She could be found often in the Lounge and was known as Galadriel (or Ladrie).

CEO_McDowell says:
::Folds hands in front of him, bowing head.  Heard about this from somewhere but never did hear the whole story::

NPC_Nash says:
::Listens quietly but intently::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Sits back becoming very quiet::

NPC-Nick says:
::Smiles at hearing her name again, tears welling::

NPC_Lena says:
::Swallows back tears::

NPC_Peter says:
::Closes eyes and listens harder::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Leans against Tealk::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Fails.  Sobs as he cries::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Sits down and bows his head down::

NPC_Kate says:
::Tries to fight the tears and looks over to Lena::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL: Aeryn Zhann was posted as Counselor, promoted to LtJG. and then Lieutenant and reassigned as Ops.  Zhann being a Vulcan-Betazoid character was also awarded the Purple Heart, Starfleet Lifesaving Medal and the Star Cross.

NPC_Selan says:
::Did not really know who they were talking about only here to cover the launch, but bows his head::

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Wipes away a tear::

NPC-Trish says:
::Tries to swallow the huge lump in her throat and fails::

NPC_DJ says:
::Proud to be from the same place as the fallen comrade::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Tears forming::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Thinks: Wow, in only five months?::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Sees Corjet's grief and wishes she could comfort him.  Makes mental note to try and catch up with him before the ship sails::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Stops as he remembers her.  Manages a slight smile::

NPC_Sketek says:
::Doesn't have a single emotion::

NPC_Gina says:
::Notices Nick and everyone upset and bows head::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL:  She left us on December 4 and left behind a son (James) and two daughters (Cambrie and Jessica).  Let us pause for a moment of silence to remember her and the memories she gave us.

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
::Bows head in silence::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Thinks she must have been an outstanding Officer::

NPC_McLir says:
::Thoughts wonder to all those fallen comrades::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Bows her head::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Respectfully bows head::

NPC_Brendan says:
::Listening to the Admiral, but is somewhere else with his mind::

NPC_Selan says:
::Continues recording Ferrone's speech and bows his head as well::

NPC_Lennier says:
::Bows head::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Watches the sudden change in mood and listens::

NPC_Peter says:
::Bows head::

NPC_Kate says:
::Bows her head in a quick prayer::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Bows head::

NPC_Lena says:
::Bows her head::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Bows head in silence::

NPC_Adam_More says:
::Sits down on the chair and really misses her::

NPC-Nick says:
::Bows his head::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Bows her head::

NPC_Lena says:
::Starts praying::

NPC-Trish says:
::Silently wisher her joy and love in her new life::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Mumbles to himself as head stays bowed.  Amazing to lose that good of an officer::

NPC_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Pauses in a moment of silence for his fallen comrade::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Bows head and recites a Vulcan prayer::

NPC_Sketek says:
::Bows his head::

NPC_Tom says:
::Bows his head::

NPC_Nash says:
::Bows head and remembers how we almost lost McLir::

NPC_Martin says:
::Silently looks around him::

NPC_Lilia says:
::Bows head and thinks about life and death::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Mouths a silent tribute to all lives so lost::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Knows of the vulgarities of existence, but is still sad ::

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Bows and says a little prayer in silence::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Squeezes Aurora's hand tighter::

NPC_McLir says:
::Whispers to himself:: "Fair winds and safe ports."

NPC_Tim says:
::Bows his head in disbelief::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Sobs harder and cries once again::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
ALL:  In order to immortalize her memory in the game, I am officially renaming this ship to the U.S.S. Paula Greene.  The NCC number has also been changed to represent the day that she departed (NCC-71204).

NPC_Lena says:
::Takes Nick and Kate's hands::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Cries silently::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Looks up in surprise::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Raises eyebrow::

NPC_Tigs says:
::She is in a better place::

NPC_Nash says:
::Remembers the line “May the wind be at your back”::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Pulls the tissue from his dress uniform and wipes his tears away. Looks up::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Perks up in surprise::

NPC_Lena says:
::Looks up::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Looks up in surprise and shock::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up and nods in agreement::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Smiles through her grief, knowing it is a fitting memorial::

NPC_Kate says:
::Holds on to Lena's hand and looks up as the name of the ship is being announced::

NPC_Thomas says:
::Sniffles but holds his stand::

NPC-Nick says:
::Smiles intently at the new name::

NPC-Trish says:
::Reaches over and squeezes Arlene's hand::

NPC_Lennier says:
::Nods his head in agreement with the Admiral::

NPC_Peter says:
::Remains perfectly still::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Looks up and over at the CO and FCO::

NPC_McLir says:
::Nods::

NPC_Tigs says:
::An Admiral to be proud of::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Looks up in surprise::

NPC_Lena says:
::Smiles:: 

NPC_Valar says:
::Stands at the news of the renaming of the ship::

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Blows nose and smiles::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Holds him close, glad that he is happy to be back in Starfleet, but concerned about the children.  This all brings back memories::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Looks up surprised.  Nods::  Trish: Very fitting.

NPC_Brendan says:
::Smiles::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Also slightly shocked::

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
Paula, we all will sorely miss you and wish you good luck and safe travels while you explore that which is unknown, the true Final Frontier.  Godspeed.

NPC_Gina says:
::Looks up and smiles::

NPC_Lilia says:
::Nods in agreement with the name change::

NPC_Martin says:
::Looks up and smiles.  Thinks: Very good::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Turns to her husband with a surprised look::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Hears the rumbling of cheers as the news sinks in::

NPC_Soonat says:
::A noble way to honor a fallen comrade::

NPC_Kate says:
::Sees Lena smile and smiles as well:: Lena: Wonderful, isn't it?

NPC_Valar says:
::Stands at attention and salutes the ship in memory of Paula Greene::

NPC_Selan says:
::Smiles and marks that down, already changing the headline for the FNS paper: "The new Galaxy Class vessel Aconcagua changed to the Paula Greene"::

NPC_Lena says:
Kate: Yes, it's great.

Host Admiral_Ferrone says:
::Turns to the window looking at the ship.  Salutes and departs::

NPC_Kate says:
::Salutes as well::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Alters PADD info and looks around the crowd more. Grins at Selan::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Stands and Salutes::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Makes another mental note to change her stationery to read the ship's new name::

NPC_Lena says:
::Sniffs::

NPC_Lennier says:
::Gets up and salutes the new ship::

NPC_Brendan says:
::At attention and salutes::

NPC-Nick says:
::Stands at attention and salutes, both the ship and the fallen comrade::

NPC_Lena says:
::Stands up and salutes the ship::

NPC_Nash says:
::Stands and salutes::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Stands and looks at the ship:

NPC_DJ says:
::Stands at attention and salutes::

NPC_Isabelle says:
::Stands and salutes::

NPC_Selan says:
::Takes a photo of the Starfleet officers saluting the U.S.S. Paula Greene::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Hopes it does not change the ship's luck for the worse::

NPC_Peter says:
::Stands and salutes::

NPC_Kate says:
::Stands at attention and salutes::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Hands his sword to the CO:: CO: Isn't there some salute that old militaries used to do for fallen comrades?

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Stands at attention and salutes.::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CEO: I'm sure there is, but I can't remember it right now.  ::Takes the sword form the CEO, but stares at it blankly::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Stands proudly and salutes, in honor of Paula Greene::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Stands and salutes::

NPC_Tom says:
::Stands and salutes::

NPC_Gina says:
::Stands to attention and salutes::

NPC_Soonat says:
::Stands and salutes the new ship::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Smiles as tears of happiness fall::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Stands and salutes in the Bajoran style since she's just CIV::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Draws sword and salutes::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Stands by her husband in silence, the children also very quiet::

NPC_Lilia says:
::Looks at the ship and imagines the places where the ship will take its name::

NPC_Kate says:
::Still crying a bit::

NPC_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Stands and salutes then wipes away a little tear::

NPC_Lena says:
::Smiles sadly and moves to hug Kate::

NPC_Valar says:
::Sits back down in her chair::

NPC_Kate says:
::Hugs Lena back::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Walks around the back of the crowd::

NPC-Nick says:
::Puts an arm around Kate and Lena::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Snickers and puts it away:: CO: Sir, just a quick FYI.  I've been trying to tune the plasma composition all day today, since this morning.  It may be a little hairy downstairs while we're heading out of dock.

NPC_Kate says:
::Takes Nick's hand::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Replaces sword with a flourish ::

NPC_Lena says:
::Puts her head on Nick's shoulder::

NPC-Nick says:
::Puts an arm around Gina::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Sits. Looks around::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CEO: Thanks for the info.  We'll keep her at impulse as long as possible.

NPC_Selan says:
::Begins writing down the story for the newspaper: "Everyday, even after the war, officers and friends fall in Starfleet.  However, many are truly in appreciation with Command regarding the renaming of one of the newest Starfleet vessels, the Galaxy Class USS Aconcagua to the U.S.S. Paula Greene.  Named after the fallen officer from the U.S.S. Pharaoh”::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: Perhaps I should work with you on the sword sometime?

NPC_Gina says:
::Hugs Nick back::

NPC_Martin says:
::Looks at the ship and marvels::

NPC_Kate says:
::Smiles sadly at Gina::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Sits back down::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Looks to the FCO and CO:: FCO: That'd be nice. Uncle Bob never really did teach me those. FCO/CO: Shall we?

NPC_Biishe says:
::Sighs:: CIV: Are we ready?  ::Changes Daniel to her other arm::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Moves to the podium::

NPC_Gina says:
::Hugs Kate with her spare arm::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Quietly takes her seat once again::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Notes the poor quality "official sword" he has::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
Shey: So little one, you see?  That is our new home.  ::Points to the ship::

NPC_Selan says:
::Continues writing: "Her friends will no doubt keep tabs on this vessel, as the fallen officer's spirit will hopefully travel with the ship in her name to the farthest stars, the farthest worlds, the farthest civilizations"::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Looks at Nick, Kate, and Lena knowing she is not part of the crew but feeling for their pain. Sighs::

NPC_Peter says:
::Watches the Captain::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Nods at Aurora:: Aurora : Let me just introduce myself to the Captain.

NPC_Valar says:
::Looks up to the podium at the new Captain::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Looks up at the podium ::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Watches the Captain::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
Aurora: Then again, I guess it can wait.  ::As the CO moves up to the podium::

NPC_Biishe says:
CIV: Of course.  ::Follows beside him::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
Crew: Attention, crew of the Paula Greene!  Our ship awaits!

NPC_MacPherson-Quest says:
::Adjusts his MacPherson Tartan scarf::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Shuffles over to the FCO's side::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Nods curtly::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Smiles as he hears her name::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Stands once again and joins the rest of the crew, fighting the urge to cheer::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: Let us be off.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<Shey> CIV: Tealk, I am sleepy.  ::Rubs her eyes with her free hand::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Turns around, smiles outside.  Thinks: Been onboard for too long already:: 

NPC_Lilia says:
::Listens to the Paula Greene CO::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Looks over at the officer who sat near by them and nods::  CNS:  Ya'et'eeh.

NPC-Trish says:
Arlene: Shall we stay and see her leave?

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Moves off the podium and towards the nearest airlock::

NPC_McLir says:
::Turns to Nash and nods:: Nash: So how goes the old crew?

CEO_McDowell says:
::Looks to see if the CO is done?::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Departs to the newly renamed ship with a shudder ::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Salutes the crew of the U.S.S. Paula Greene::

NPC_Greg says:
::Looking out of the portal at the ship::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Follows the Captain, making her way to the ship::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Tries to catch the CO's attention:: CO: Sir?

NPC_Arlene says:
Trish: I'd like to see her leave.  ::Smiles slightly::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Salutes:: Crew: Anchors away!!!  ::Does a brisk walk with the FCO to the airlock::

NPC_Kate says:
Lena: Want to watch the launch from one of the portals?

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Notes members on the USS Elara, USS Orion and USS Claymore::

NPC_Valar says:
::Stands and walks to the portal to see the ship launch::

NPC_Lena says:
::Nods to Kate and looks at Nick::

NPC_Gina says:
::Looks at the ship::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Enters the connecting tube ::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Turns to the CIV::  Yes?

NPC-Trish says:
Arlene: So would I, a fitting tribute to Paula.

NPC_Nash says:
McLir: They are well. Some have left for other things but the replacements are the best quality.

NPC_Lennier says:
::Walks up to the portals to see the ship launch::

NPC-Nick says:
::Nods and lets the ladies walk forward first::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Pauses on her way out and greets Biishe::

NPC_Arlene says:
::Nods:: Trish: Most definitely.

NPC_Soonat says:
::Walks to a portal to watch the ship launch::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: I guess you know that now it has to be repainted?

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Goes to a portal off to the side and watches the ship::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Walks down the gangplank, looks out and around at the other ships in the dock.  Some work bees buzzing around, etc::

NPC_Bishop says:
::Stands up and files out of the hall heading for the nearest view port::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
CO: Capt. Cromwell, I presume?  ::Smiles:: I am Ambassador Amendoeira.  I will be boarding your ship.  ::Offers his hand::

NPC_McLir says:
::Grins::  Nash: Should be, I'm helping train them.

NPC-Trish says:
::Walks over to the portal to watch the departure::

NPC_Tim says:
::Walks with Lilia to the airlock::

NPC_Biishe says:
CNS: I am Aurora Biishe.

NPC_Lilia says:
::Tries to find an open spot to see the ship launch::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Looks at the FCO with an uninterested glare:: FCO: I have a few people who could fit nicely for that.

NPC_Kate says:
::Heads over to one of the portals::

NPC_Corjet says:
::Walks to the view port with a smile:: Self: She’s almost as beautiful as Paula.

NPC_Biishe says:
CNS: I mean Biishe Amendoeira.  ::Smiles::

CNS_Richardson says:
::After a brief greeting to those who speak to her on her way, she proceeds to the ship::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: I thought you might.  Going to let them use suits?

NPC_Martin says:
::Moves to the airlock to board the new ship::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Distractedly:: CIV: Welcome aboard, Ambassador.  In what capacity will you serve while aboard?  ::Continues to walk towards the airlock::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Flatly:: FCO: No.

NPC_Nash says:
McLir: So I take it you are in charge of these new recruits then?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Chuckles::

NPC-Nick says:
::Puts an arm politely around his friends and crewmates as they watch the new ship::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Arrives at the airlock and waits for it to cycle::

NPC_Vaughn says:
::Steps somberly up to the view port to watch the ship launch::

NPC_McLir says:
Nash: I do some occasional teaching of engineering at the Academy.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Enters the ship::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Moves with him, but keeping tabs on Aurora and little Daniel:: CO : Well, I will help out where needed.  I bring my experience aboard.  I was once like you, a Captain of a Starship.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: Coming to the Bridge?

CEO_McDowell says:
FCO: I see one problem, though the McDowell’s are perennial engineers of top quality.  But I'm going to have one heck of a time making this ship endure as long as the Counselor's memory.

NPC_McLir says:
Nash: Guest lecturing mostly.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Arrives at the airlock and stands slightly behind the Captain, waiting::

NPC_Brendan says:
::Walks to Vaughn:: Vaughn: Nice ship, isn’t it?

NPC_DJ says:
Gina: At least they gave her the best class ship in the fleet.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CEO: Especially with the renaming.

NPC_Biishe says:
::Looks around, following the crew aboard::

NPC-Nick says:
DJ: I agree, my friend.

NPC_Peter says:
::Moves to the hall exit and looks back to see the ship through the portal:: Self: From the past she came and into the future she will roam.  ::Walks out of the hall and into the world::

NPC_Nash says:
::Wonders when he will begin to think about a sciences posting at Starfleet::

NPC_Gina says:
::Smiles at DJ:: DJ: Yep, they did at that.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CIV: I thought your name sounded familiar.  ::Sees the airlock open and enters::

NPC_Sketek says:
::Walks out::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Splits off to another side as they walk on the ship:: FCO: No I'll be up in a moment. Finishing some tuning problems I was having this afternoon with the matter quench block in one of the injectors.

NPC_McLir says:
::Gestures to the open bar:: Nash: Shall we?

NPC_Lennier says:
::Whispers to self:: Qua'pla, USS Paula Greene.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Follows the CO onto the ship::

NPC_Biishe says:
::Steps in behind her husband and the Captain::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Enters the airlock behind the Captain::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Nods:: CEO: See you then, I am headed up.

NPC_Corjet says:
::Smiles and walks around for a bit:: Self: I can't believe it.  ::Is happy, very happy::

NPC_Nash says:
::Thinks: But not for a long time. I have too much to accomplish where I am::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Enters turbolift::  Bridge.

NPC_Vaughn says:
Brendan: Sure is, Lieutenant.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Walks through the airlock as it finishes its cycle and enters the ship, looking for the nearest turbolift::

NPC_Vaughn says:
::Looks out the portal not blinking::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
Turbolift: Hold.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Nods to Biishe::  I'm pleased to see you.  You'll be joining us with your husband?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Captain?

NPC_Greg says:
::Still watching the beautiful new ship::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
CO: I hope you will allow me to join you on the Bridge.  I am, after all, a civilian.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Enters another turbolift:: Main Engineering. *Ship Wide* All Engineering teams report to pre-launch posts. Alpha Team to Main Engineering, Beta to Impulse Control, Delta team stand-by.

NPC_Biishe says:
CNS: Yes, but I am also a Starfleet officer in medical.

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
::Walks up to Selan and taps him on the shoulder.  Grins and grabs him for a big kiss.  Grins and walks back into the station's many hallways, disappearing::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CIV: For now, that will be fine.  This'll just be a shakedown.  ::Enters turbolift::  I'll let you know on later missions.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Nods at the CO:: CO: See you later then.  ::Stops and waits for Aurora:: Aurora : Shall we search our quarters?  ::Looks at the CNS and smiles::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Smiles::  Biishe:  Excellent.  Perhaps we will get an opportunity to work together.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
Turbolift: Resume.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Exits turbolift and walks down the hall in a huff as his subordinates file in:: *CO* Captain we're looking at T-3 minutes for a core warm-up. I estimate 5 minutes to autonomous power.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Waits while the turbolift goes up the shaft ::

TO_Ryan says:
::Standing at the Tactical Station on the Bridge preparing to get underway::

NPC_Biishe says:
CNS: I look forward to it.  My area of medicine is holistic.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Exits onto Bridge::

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Walks back into Sickbay to continue with her diagnostics::

NPC_Greg says:
::Walks over to another window, to get another view::

NPC_Biishe says:
CNS: I am also working on gathering medical knowledge from ancient times.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Nods at the FCO and CEO::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
CNS: I am Tealk Amendoeira.  I see you have met my wife.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Nods:: Biishe:  Excellent.  I'll look you up later perhaps and we can chat more.  For now, I should report in to the Captain and then begin with the crew profiles.

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Dumps his duffle bag off in his quarters and heads up to the Bridge::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Walks to the FCO Console, unstraps the sword belt and lays the sword within easy reach::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Catches a turbolift to the Bridge and enters::

CEO_McDowell says:
Alpha Team: Okay look, the reaction ratio has been going up and down all day for me. I expect to have three people monitoring core output, 2 continually readjusting variables if needed and the rest monitoring the EPS net.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Moves to the Big Chair and watches as the crew fills in::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Sits at console and reconfigures layout ::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
Bridge: Report.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::As the CNS leaves:: Bye.

CTO_Skyler says:
::Enters a turbolift:: Bridge.

MO_Biishe says:
::Nods and takes her husband’s arm::  CIV: Yes, please.  I think we are all a bit worn.

TO_Ryan says:
CO: Tactical station ready, Sir.  All systems functioning within accepted parameters.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Moves over to the Captain::  CO: Sir, I'm Counselor Richardson.  I won't keep you, but would like to observe the launch from here if I may?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Checks engines status :: CO: Helm console active, engines are not yet fully online.

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Watches as the diagnostics continue and decides to take a look at her new office::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Picks up sleepy Shey from the ground::  Aurora: She is close to sleep..

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
*CEO* Time to Impulse engines fully operational?

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CNS: Welcome aboard, Counselor.  You may remain on the Bridge.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Nods and quietly takes a seat::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Walks off to the side to his main console:: Team: Let's move it!  We've got a launch to do and if we don't the whole department is pushing the ship outside!

TO_Ryan says:
::Looks at the new Counselor and nods::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Nods to the crew as they acknowledge her presence::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Plots course away from station and to Pluto::

MO_Biishe says:
CIV: Have our quarters been assigned?

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Arrives on the Bridge and relieves the duty officer sitting at OPS::

CTO_Skyler says:
::Arrives on the Bridge and walks over to the Tactical Station:: CO: Sir, security reports that the armory has all needed weapons, security devices, etc. The ship is secure.

CTO_Skyler says:
::Walks over to Tactical:: TO: Report on phasers and torpedoes, are those systems fully operation?

TO_Ryan says:
::Sees the CTO:: CTO: Aye, Sir.  All systems functioning within accepted parameters, Sir.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Notes the efficiency with which the crew prepares, and feels the underlying air of excitement::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Nods:: MO: Yes, Deck…….::Looks down at a PADD in his hand:: 4.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: I need engines.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Takes a seat and starts bringing up screens::  *FCO* One moment Jean. Things are still heating up down here, literally.  Try back in about 3 minutes.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Checking now, Sir.

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Wonders where her MO is::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Engineering reports expected in 3 minutes.

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Sits down at the OPS Console and runs a quick check of comms and power systems::

MO_Biishe says:
::Heads to the nearest turbolift:: CIV: You seem happy.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
*CEO* Thanks you, JR.

CMO_Sunshine says:
*CO*:  Sir, Sickbay is ready and so is her CMO.

TO_Ryan says:
::Taps a few buttons adjusting the sensors and double-checking the tactical systems::

CTO_Skyler says:
TO: I relieve you of the Tactical Station. If you want, go and check out your security teams.

OPS_Bishiup says:
CO: We have permission to depart when ready, Sir.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Turns to her:: MO: I am content.  You know how hard it was for me to leave the Pendragon.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: While we are waiting, clear moorings and bring thrusters online.

TO_Ryan says:
CTO: Aye, Sir.  ::Steps away from the Tactical console and exits the Bridge into the turbolift::  Security.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Looks at Bishiup:: OPS: Prepare to cut loose umbilical and docking clamps and ask permission to depart.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Tapping quickly, starting to sweat again.  Unzips and pulls off his white coat to leave just the gray undershirt::  Putz: Chief Putz, increase the antimatter flow!  We're gong to jump start this baby!

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Nods at OPS::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::taps a few buttons on the console acknowledging the request::

CEO_McDowell says:
<Putz> ::Putters around:: CEO: Aye, Sir. Increasing intermix to 20% antimatter and rising.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Brings thruster power to full operational status::  CO: Thrusters are "active".

MO_Biishe says:
::Sighs:: CIV: I know, it was hard for you to leave your Captaincy and then so abruptly the Pendragon.  Do you regret the decision now?

NPC_Corjet says:
::Smiles at the new ship.  Makes a prayer to the Prophets for her and her crew::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Take us out on thrusters.

CNS_Richardson says:
::While waiting, begins going over a few profiles in her PADD::

TO_Ryan says:
::Exits turbolift, turns right and heads for Security::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Smiles, understanding in his eyes:: ~~~Auri : No, you are my life.  I would take you over space any day~~~  ::Gives her a kiss on the cheek::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  OPS: Docking clamps released.  Umbilicals disconnected?

CEO_McDowell says:
<Putz> CEO: Antimatter is at 30% and plateauing.  Core pressure is at 10,000 kilopascals and powering to nominal.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Sits back to watch the view screen::

CMO_Sunshine says:
*MO* Are you onboard yet?

CTO_Skyler says:
::Begins running checks on tactical sensors::

MO_Biishe says:
::Smiles, for the moment, content::  CIV: Hmmm...I think this is our quarters.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::With Shey already sleeping in his arms they arrive at their assigned quarters:: MO: Yep.

CEO_McDowell says:
*Beta* Beta Team, status on impulse?!?

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Taps a few controls:: FCO: Umbilicals disconnected.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Takes her slowly out after getting the nod from OPS::

TO_Ryan says:
::Enters Security Department:: Security Ensign: I need the records of the new tactical officers, please.

CEO_McDowell says:
<Beta> *CEO* Stand by, Sir. EPS taps are just now coming online.

TO_Ryan says:
<Security Ensign> TO: Aye, Sir.  ::Hands her a PADD::

MO_Biishe says:
::Enters the room and looks around::  CIV: Nice and spacious and look!  ::Points to a group of plants::  I did not think they would get here in time!

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Outer marker coming up in 30 seconds.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Watch the paint, Lieutenant.  ::Smiles::

NPC_Greg says:
@::Salutes the ship as she pulls out::

MO_Biishe says:
*CMO* This is Biishe.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Wonders how he would like to leave at Warp 4 sometime::

Host James says:
Action: Everyone in the presentation room can see the U.S.S. Paula Greene slowly departing.

TO_Ryan says:
::Takes the PADD and taps the button:: Security Ensign: Thank you.  ::Walks into the Security Office and sits down behind the desk::

NPC_Lena says:
@::Cheers loudly, watching the ship glide out of the dock::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Enters and looks around, their duffel bags already having been brought in.  He notices Aurora is busy and moves to the room that is to be Shey's::

NPC_Corjet says:
@::Claps and cheers as the USS Paula Greene departs:: Self: Paula will live forever!

NPC_Kate says:
@::Cheers as the ship moves out of the space dock::

CMO_Sunshine says:
*MO*:  When are you reporting for duty?  I do need some help down here.

NPC-Nick says:
@::Cheers on the new ship::

NPC_Valar says:
@::Smiles and watches as the ship slowly leaves space dock::

CEO_McDowell says:
@::Shifts in his seat as he feels the ship slightly buck as she pulls out of dock:: Everyone in Engineering: We're running hot, gang.  Counting down 60 seconds to power to the core, on my mark...3, 2, 1...Mark 60.

NPC_Greg says:
@::Cheers and applauds::

NPC_Gina says:
@::Claps and cheers::

NPC_Thomas says:
@::Claps aloud::

NPC_McLir says:
@::Holds his drink up in a toast as the ship glides by::

NPC_Daet says:
@::Applauds::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
*CEO* Outer marker in 15 seconds.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
*CEO*: Lieutenant, do we have impulse power yet?

CNS_Richardson says:
::Can't help smiling as the ship launches::

TO_Ryan says:
::Sets the PADD on the desk and activates the desktop terminal::

NPC_Greg says:
@::Watches the ship gliding smoothly past and smiles::

NPC_Lennier says:
@::Claps his hands:: 

MO_Biishe says:
*CMO* If you will give me a few minutes to settle the children, I will be down shortly.

NPC_Lena says:
@::Applauds, laughing::

NPC_Greg says:
@::Murmurs:: May your journeys be filled with happiness.

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Taps into the Bridge view screen and watches the ship depart::

CEO_McDowell says:
*CO/FCO* Stand-by. Core is just now coming to power.  Estimate: 45 from my mark.  Mark!

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Monitoring the power systems making sure everything stays in the green::

CMO_Sunshine says:
*MO*: See you in a few then.  Sunshine, out.

NPC-Nick says:
::Salutes the Paula Green::

TO_Ryan says:
::Picks up the PADD and begins preparing the duty rosters and possible candidates for the security teams::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Outer marker cleared, making rotation to put us on course.

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
@::Cheers from the lower decks watching the ship leave::  Fare thee well, a new ship bearing the wings of the old.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Set your course and engage when we finally get impulse going.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Finishes setting Shey in bed and leaves the room, dimming down the light as he leaves::

MO_Biishe says:
::Shakes her head with a grin as she walks into Shey’s room:: CIV: I like the Doctor’s name.

NPC_Greg says:
@::Stands at attention as Paula Greene gets more distant::

CEO_McDowell says:
Alpha: Counting down 15... *Beta* Beta team, stand-by for power interlock.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Watches the indicators ::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
MO: What is it?  ::Motions closer to her, checking in on Daniel::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Sits back in his high-backed chair::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
@Paula Greene: May the Prophets protect you as you sail the stars.  ::Salutes the Starfleet ship with a grin::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Taps fingers again on side console::

NPC_Greg says:
@::Sniffs::

CTO_Skyler says:
::Performs tactical scans of the area::

MO_Biishe says:
CIV: Sunshine to my name Night Hawk.  We should be a pair.

CEO_McDowell says:
*Engineering Teams* Counting down...5…4...

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Beginning duty assignments for the nurses::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Watches ::

NPC_Corjet says:
@::Makes one last salute and prayer to the Paula Greene then exits down the hall and disappears around a corner::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Raises eyebrow:: MO: For sure.  How is little Daniel doing?

CEO_McDowell says:
*Engineering Teams*  3...2...1...  ::Leans behind him to the core control::  Systems to main! ::Watches as lights flicker for a moment and the core goes hot::

NPC_Lennier says:
@::Seeing the Paula Greene has departed, leaves the hall::

NPC_Soonat says:
@::Watches as the ship leaves and blesses the ship in traditional Vulcan form::

NPC_Lee`Ran says:
@::Nods to Corjet as he comes into view:: Corjet: Care to join me in a drink?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Punches the button :: CO: We have full impulse, headed for Pluto.

TO_Ryan says:
::Looks at the terminal screen then to the PADD, begins to separate the tactical personel into teams::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Puts his finger to Daniel's hand, which he promptly squeezes hard::

MO_Biishe says:
::Looks down::  CIV: Little Hawk is asleep.  I need to go down to Sickbay.  Did you get a chance to set up a nanny or are you it for the day?  ::Grins mischievously::

NPC_MacPherson-Quest says:
@::Watches the Paula Greene leave Earth Station McKinley, then turns to catch a shuttle 
back to Starfleet Operations::

NPC_Valar says:
@::Turns and exits the hall headed for the main office to check in and catch a transport back to Kootenai Station::

NPC_Greg says:
@::Murmurs:: Be well, Paula Greene.  Never go, but if you must, be sure it is not too late.  For there will always be those that care for you.  ::Salutes and leaves::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Notices the extra sounds from the ship and the slight light flicker.  Mumbles: About time::

CTO_Skyler says:
::Sees the tactical sensors that look for ship energy frequencies and possible tactical threats::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Taps a few notes into the PADD::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Does a quick read of power graphs.  Prays that OPS didn't over utilize to create a shock load::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Monitors the astrometric readouts and frowns::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Grins:: Well... ::From his tunic pocket, takes out a small bottle:: MO: Call me Daddy dear for the day.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Makes notes on a PADD::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Makes sure he didn't over utilize the core::

MO_Biishe says:
::Chuckles, placing Daniel in his arms with a kiss::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Problem, Lieutenant?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: I presume the error logs go to OPS?

CMO_Sunshine says:
*CO* Sir, Sickbay is ready and so is her CMO.

MO_Biishe says:
CIV: I believe you are getting the hang of this with joy.  ::Smiles happily::

TO_Ryan says:
::Stands and walks to the replicator::  Computer: Ice water.

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Makes a few quick adjustments and is satisfied::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Attention caught by the Captain's tone, she puts the PADD aside and pays attention::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
*CMO* Acknowledged.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: That would be standard.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Altering course to put us above the plane of the elliptic.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Gently takes Daniel off her arms and into his own:: MO: Go on, Love.. We will be just fine. ::Makes a face at little Daniel:: Won't we?  ::Snickers, as Daniel seems to laugh::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Breathes in for a moment and lets out a sigh:: *Engineering Teams* Alrighty, everyone! We're on our own now and the steam turbine is spinning.  I want complete systems auto reports for the next two days every hour until we fine-tune plasma utilization.  Everyone, to your normal duty stations.

TO_Ryan says:
::Takes the glass of water and goes back to the desk and sits down.  Resumes reports::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Understood.  Proceed to Pluto.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Would really not want to trust an errant astro-nav sensor ::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Walks to a replicator and grabs a glass of water.  Picks up his dress coat and walks to a turbolift:: Putz: Chief, you have the pool-hall.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Goes back to reviewing crew profiles::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Enters turbolift:: Bridge.

MO_Biishe says:
::Shakes her head and glancing at a mirror shakes her head:: CIV: Not yet.  I am not going to Sickbay in a dress uniform.  They really should adopt something more comfortable.  ::Heads into room to change uniforms::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Adjusts eye patch::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Clears throat for a moment, wipes brow again and steps out as the doors open::

CTO_Skyler says:
*TO* What do you think of the security teams?  Are they efficient enough?

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Picks up the normal flow of work papers and begins the dull part of the job::

MO_Biishe says:
::Quickly changes uniform::

CTO_Skyler says:
::Tries not to glance at the FCO with the eye patch::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Leans over and whispers to the FCO:: FCO: You know they have prosthetics to replace missing eyes, right?

CTO_Skyler says:
::Swears that he saw the FCO put a parrot under his console::

TO_Ryan says:
*CTO* Aye, Sir.  We'll need to schedule a routine training course soon.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
Bishiup: This IS a prosthetic.

MO_Biishe says:
::Adjusting her uniform, comes out, gives Tealk a kiss and heads out the door::

CTO_Skyler says:
*TO* Of course. I'll leave the designing of that course up to you.  Be sure to run it through me, the XO/CO.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Turns as he hears the turbolift doors and glares at the CEO::

OPS_Bishiup says:
FCO: Really? Looks an awful lot like a normal eye patch to me.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Rocks Daniel in his arms::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Walks to one of the side stations, sits down and brings up remote engineering control.  Gives a deadpan look at the CO::

TO_Ryan says:
*CTO* Aye, Sir.  I have handpicked a few officers who have outstanding records.  They will make up the Elite Tactical Team.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
OPS: It just transmits light through.  ::Smiles:: They did say full dress.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CEO: I trust the warp drive won't take as long, Lieutenant?

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Hears the beep of the console announcing that the diagnostics are finished::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Finishes her review of the profiles on the PADD and picks up another, containing her 
schedule::

TO_Ryan says:
*CTO* However, I am still reading through the records for more officers to fill the vacant spots on the team.

MO_Biishe says:
::Exits the turbolift and heads to Sickbay::

CTO_Skyler says:
*TO* All right. Good work.

OPS_Bishiup says:
FCO: Interesting, mind if I ask how you lost your natural one?

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Stands up from her desk to go to the console and check the results::

TO_Ryan says:
*CTO* Thank you, Sir.  Ryan, out.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
OPS: It is part of my world’s dress uniform but I don't need it.

CEO_McDowell says:
CO: I would prefer not to have a ship with a clunky engine, Sir.  Warp drive should be up in about 1 minute, as soon as the EPS net equalizes.  ::Glares at Bishiup::

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Walks out of her office and to the console, reading the results::

MO_Biishe says:
::Walks into Sickbay and stops just inside the doors and looks around::

OPS_Bishiup says:
CEO: I had the EPS net equalized an hour ago.  Your people haven’t rerouted the secondary flow junction yet.  ::Glares back::

TO_Ryan says:
::Taps the terminal to bring up the next officer's records.  Picks up the PADD and makes notes and changes to the list::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CEO: So would I, Lieutenant, however it should have been ready before launch.  ::Turns to face the screen::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Makes a minor course correction::

MO_Biishe says:
::Sees the Doctor and walks over to her::  CMO: Dr Sunshine?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: ETA, 2 minutes.

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Turns to the voice addressing her:: MO: Yes?

CEO_McDowell says:
::Bites his lip.  Thinks: It's Operations' fault, he's sure of that.  Hears a beep from his console:: CO: Warp speed is available.  ::Said with an undertone of sarcasm::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Shakes his head and returns his attention to his console::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: After we reach Pluto, increase speed to warp one and set course for the Alpha Centauri Firing Range.

MO_Biishe says:
CMO: Ya'et'eeh.  I am Aurora Biishe Amendoeira.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Aye, Sir.  ::Begins plotting course::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Stands:: CO: Captain, thank you for allowing me on the Bridge during the launch.  If it is all right, I will proceed to my office and start my work there.

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: Nice to meet you Aurora.  I haven't had the chance to look at your records yet, but let's go to my office and you can tell me a little about yourself.

MO_Biishe says:
::Nods and follows Doctor Sunshine into her office::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Warp speed in 15 seconds.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Takes a quiet sip of his water, puts the glass down on the floor, swivels around in his chair to face the view screen and starts tapping the console::

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Shows her a chair and moves behind her desk and takes her seat::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Thinks just because the CEO has a few lackadaisical crewmen it’s somehow his fault?  Mentally grumbles::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CNS: You may proceed.  I would suggest making the CEO one of your earliest appointments.

MO_Biishe says:
::Takes a seat and relaxes::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Smiles to herself, having noted the slight friction::  Captain: Will do, Sir.  He's at the top of my list.

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO:  Hard day?  ::Reaches over and takes her cup of chocolate::  MO: Would you like something to drink?

CNS_Richardson says:
::Makes her way out of the Bridge, making an additional note to herself to schedule the Captain near the top of the list, as well::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Makes a few minor tweaks to the power grid to increase efficiency::

MO_Biishe says:
CMO: Vulcan spice tea would be nice.

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Takes a sip::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Gets into a turbolift and directs it to the deck containing her office::

MO_Biishe says:
CMO: It has been a long day for all of us.  We came straight from Vulcan and while the kids were good, long trips in small places are hard on all.

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: I believe the replicator can make that.  ::Smiling, gets up and goes to the replicator::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: ETA is 4 minutes.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CTO: Ready weapons, minimum power.

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: I know what you mean.  I only arrived here late last night.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<T'Jak> ::Walks up to his son's quarters with his wife in tow and chimes::

CMO_Sunshine says:
::Takes the cup and hands it to Aurora::

CTO_Skyler says:
CO: Aye, Sir. ::Brings the phasers to minimal operating status, sending a signal to the OPS console to transfer minimal power to the phaser arrays, while sending the signal to the torpedo room to ready torpedoes if necessary::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Exits the corridor, moving to her office::

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Double-checks the EPS relays to the phaser banks to ensure that they don't overload::

MO_Biishe says:
::Takes the drink::  CMO: Thank you.  I am still recovering from Daniels birth.  I was lucky, it was fairly easy if a bit long.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Brings up the Mission Control console::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up at the chime, which nearly woke Daniel. Moves to the door and opens it, saying:: “Shhhhh.. He's asleep.”  ::As he raises his son, Tealk opens his mouth in awe:: T'Jak: Mother? Father? What...what are you doing here?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Firing range in 1 minute 30 seconds.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Enters her office and begins work in earnest::

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO:  How old are your children or only one child?

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Grins inwardly at the efficient FCO::

CEO_McDowell says:
::Looking back and forth between three console readouts, displaying various real-time efficiency reports::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<Rebecca> Tealk: Now son, is that anyway to greet your parents?  ::Grins:: Aren't you going to invite us..awww..there's my boy.. ::Takes Daniel from Tealk's hands and walks in::

MO_Biishe says:
CMO: I have two children.  Shey who is six years old and Daniel who is two weeks old.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CTO: We will test phasers and torpedoes for one shot only to verify that they work.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO/CTO: Firing range in 30 seconds, should be on your sensors.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Standard approach, adjust to fire aft torpedoes.

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: My word, you weren't kidding when you said you just had him.  Do you think you may need some extra time to recover?

CTO_Skyler says:
Capt: Aye, Sir.  ::Nods at FCO::  FCO: Verified.

TO_Ryan says:
::Makes a note to have Ensigns T'Vel, Ryerson, Jameson, Honda, Samuelson and Bose report to the firing range at 0600 hours tomorrow morning for a briefing and target practice::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Nods and makes adjustments::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CTO: Fire when ready.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::As Rebecca takes Daniel away, he turns to his father:: T'Jak : What...what are you doing here?

CTO_Skyler says:
::Brings up aft torpedo display, having them load one photon torpedo::

CTO_Skyler says:
::Locks on trajectory so that it will not come into contact with anything it shouldn't::

CTO_Skyler says:
ALL: Firing now. ::Fires the single torpedo::

CNS_Richardson says:
::Pulls up shift rotations, and starts marking crewmembers in for appointments::

MO_Biishe says:
CMO: I am strong, as is all my people.  I will take things easy, but I am fine, honest.  Starfleet would not have dragged me back in had I not been.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<T'Jak> CIV: Son, I am one of the new MO's here.  They allowed me to re-join.  ::Looks at Rebecca:: Tealk: Your mother did not want to miss her grandson's childhood and I also missed the stars.  So...

TO_Ryan says:
::Looks at the names on her list for the Elite Tactical Force and is pleased.  Thinks: This will be an excellent team when properly trained::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
::Notes that the weapons work just fine::

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: I wouldn't bet on that one.  Starfleet is known for reactivating people, whether they are healthy or not.

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Checks the standard comm channels to make sure nothing ground breaking has happened in the last few minutes::

CTO_Skyler says:
ALL: Preparing to fire aft-starboard phaser array.

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: It is a shame too.  The war took such a terrible toll on everyone.

TO_Ryan says:
::Thinks: Now, to decide on the team leader......hmmmm........goes over each officer's records again::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Smiles:: T'Jak: I can understand that, Father.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Waits for new orders::

CTO_Skyler says:
::Makes sure that the aft-starboard array is still working at minimal power, prepares the firing arc:: ALL: Firing now.  ::Fires the aft-starboard array::

MO_Biishe says:
::Nods:: CMO: Not in this case.  We took a sabbatical for the baby and my health.  Tealk would not let me back without a clean bill of health.  ::Frowns::  Though I really came back so soon for him.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Watches EPS flow graphs as the arrays power up.  Smiles at the fact that there's at least one less thing that's working admirably::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Starts pre-calculating the return course home::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<T'Jak>  ::Nods::

CMO_Sunshine says:
MO: Yes, it is hard letting the one you love leave without you.  At least the war is over and you don't have to be concerned about that.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
T'Jak, Rebecca: I am glad you two are here.

CTO_Skyler says:
::Smiles at how each system worked as he expected.  Expects them to be better with the CEO's work.  After all, the CEO is a McDowell::  CO/ALL: Weapons systems at optimum performance.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: Set course for Alpha Numiri, increase to warp four.  Engage when ready.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Decides to begin right away::  *CIV* Tealk: If you're free right now, could you meet me in my office?  Might as well get your appointment out of the way, since there's not much to occupy us on a shakedown.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Hopes he is right::

MO_Biishe says:
CMO: I cannot argue with you on that.  Tell me a little bit about yourself.

OPS_Bishiup says:
::Knows the CEO will be pleased with his tweaks to the EPS system.  These ships just need a little adjusting right off the lot after all::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CTO: We will test the shields enroute.

CTO_Skyler says:
CO: Sir, shall I power down weapons systems?

CEO_McDowell says:
::Sees the FCO's hesitation.  Wonders if he really was errant in not bringing his father's antique sextant::

CTO_Skyler says:
CO: Aye, Sir.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Quickly recalculates for the new locale::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Looks up at his communicator:: CNS: I… ::Looks at T'Jak and Rebecca::  Could you hold on a second, please?

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
::Engages warp engines::

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
CTO: Power down weapons.

CMO_Sunshine says:
CMO: Gladly, but you haven't told me about you.  ::Laughing::  Where was your last assignment?

CTO_Skyler says:
CO: Aye, Sir. ::Powers down phasers, sends signal for torpedo room to shut down as they go to warp::

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Engaged.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<Rebecca>  ::Overhearing the conversation:: Tealk: Go on, son.  I am sure your father and me can manage little Daniel here.

Host Capt_Cromwell says:
FCO: ETA?

CNS_Richardson says:
*CIV*  Tealk:  Certainly, at your leisure.  I'm sure you're getting settled in.

CIV_Amendoeira says:
::Looks from T'Jak to Rebecca for a while:: Rebecca: But I told Aurora that I would.

FCO_Jean_P_Baptiste says:
CO: Twenty minutes.

CEO_McDowell says:
::Goes back to watching the graphs.  Notices a change as one of the graphs spike.  Looks over at the OPS station and gives off a quiet annoyed groan::

Host James says:
Action:  The U.S.S. Paula Greene takes off in a flash of light as it jumps to warp.

CNS_Richardson says:
::Stands up and moves around the office a bit, stretching her legs::

TO_Ryan says:
::After reading through the tactical officers records again, she decides to recommend Ensign Honda to lead the Elite Tactical Force and makes a notation::

CIV_Amendoeira says:
<Rebecca> Tealk: Nonsense, she would most likely agree. Go on, go!

Host James says:
=/\=/\=/\= End U.S.S. Paula Greene dedication ceremony =/\=/\=/\=

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