USS Cherokee episode 823
Downtime, by Steve Weller, Part 3
12109.08

Starring_
Steve Weller as Producer, and SO_Lt_Trix, Peppa and Executive Producer 
Zach Farland as CO_Capt_Daniels and OPS_Ens_Granger 
John Garrison as CEO_LtCmdr_Hull, and TO_Lt_Lvor
Pablo Delsoglio as CIV_Capt_Marek and FCO_Lt_Alvarado
Absent
None
Leave of Absence
Trish Yarborough as CMO-McIntyre
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Host Peppa says:
::Placing the orders in the kitchen for the Starfleet group.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::bites a slice of pizza, feeling the explosion of flavors in his mouth, and having to use all his Vulcan skills to keep his emotions and reaction under control.::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Sitting with the others, thinking about what the Captain was saying.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Just sits back and takes a visual picture in his head of the beautiful plate in front of him::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Not knowing how and what to eat first of his steak, he watches Commander Hull as to what to do next::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: So, what is everybody's plans for shore leave?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Isaac picks up his steak knife in his right hand, and his fork in his left, and cuts a bit sized piece of steak, and with his fork, places it into his mouth, and begins to chew::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: I have a lot more space in my quarters than I've had since the...well probably the Scorpius.  I need wall fillers.  Enough to fill a bunk wall on the Newton might cover the front doorframe here.  ::Smiles.::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::mimics Commander Hull, and also cuts a piece of steak and eats it::

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
SO: So you'll be shopping for art?

SO_Lt_Trix says:
OPS: Mostly.  Plus maybe some accent furniture and such.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::takes a zip of his drink and continues eating, focusing almost on this delicious meal::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Captain Daniels, thank you for arranging this meal, we are all having a wonderful time!

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: Before the time passes us by, there was a tradition on the Newton.  Every time a group of us sat down to a meal, we took a minute to thank the fates for this chance.  So, let's enjoy the time we have and remember what we are doing out there.  ::Raises her glass.::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CEO: You're welcome, I enjoy this tradition as well.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Yes, thank you for the opportunity Captain.  Some of us get so focused at times it almost takes a direct order to get us to take a step back and live.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::hears the SO, and raises his glass too:: All: For the good fellows that we were, we are, and we will be fortunate to serve with!

Host Peppa says:
All: Is everyone settled?  Can I get anyone anything?

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Peppa:: points at his almost empty plate:: Please more of this... pizza...

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Peppa:  Another scotch please, a double!

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
Peppa: I think everything is just fine.  I don't need anything.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Peppa: I'm good for now, thanks.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: I've never been to the Bajor system or Starbase 33 before.  Is there anything that's a "must see"?

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: I'm thinking I will take a shuttle to Betazed, spend some time on one of their beautiful beaches.  If anybody is interested in going to Betazed you're more than welcome to join me on the ride.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Tries to hold back the excitement.::  CO: I haven't been swimming in real water in so long!  Even if the worm didn't miss it I definitely do.  Even if they probably don't have the right purple tinge.  ::Smiles broadly.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO: ::Raises his hand in between bites:: I'll tag along Sir, if you will.  

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
SO: I swim every morning doing laps in the ship's pool but, I've always had a thing for beaches.
CEO: I'd love the company.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Oh yes, it just doesn't have the same feel.  Sounds weird, but especially after joining I've never liked the "sanitized" feel of maintained pools, even if I do understand them.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
CO: I've never been to Betazed.  I'd like to go too.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::swallows a bit, then realizes he is doing a show with his gluttony and decides to regain composure::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Finishes his meal::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Finishes his meal, right after Cmdr Hull::

Host Peppa says:
::Brings the drink refills and pizza.::  All: Here you go, is there anything else at the moment?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
TO:  So, How did you like your steak and all the trimmings?  

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
::grabs a napkin and cleans his mouth with all the pomp and circumstance::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
CEO:  ::Looks over at the Commander::  Sir!  That had to be the best meal I have had - ever, thank you for recommending it!  I don't believe I will ever be the same again!

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
TO:  Absolutely!  ::Takes a sip from his scotch glass::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CIV:  Captain Marek, how was your pizza?  

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Still working on his dinner but, getting full::  All: Well, who ever is going to Betazed, I'd like to leave in the morning.  We better get started having fun because we don't know when our shore leave will end.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CEO: Fascinating ... ::raises an eyebrow::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Smiles at the Captain's logic "Tell"::

Host Peppa says:
All: When you are ready, we do have a desert menu if desired.  Including a creation from our chief chef, a Sadi pie topped with espra cheese.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Peppa: That's an...interesting combination.  I'll take a piece of that, please.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Peppa:  I'll have a deep dish apple pie with vanilla ice cream.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Peppa: No desert for me, I couldn't finish my dinner.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CEO: To be honest... I think I will need to pay a visit to the good old doctor, in order to mitigate the consequences of this ... eating frenzy.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Peppa: I will have it...

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CIV:  You may need some filtering of your blood to remove all the carbs from it.  You may get a sugar high from the crust.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
CIV: I warned you, pepperoni is a killer, especially to the delicate stomach of a Vulcan.

Host Peppa says:
::Nods and notes the orders before going to get the deserts ready.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CEO/CO: Well, as I once heard from a human... you only live once...

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: The crust?  What about the fruit filling?

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CIV:  I've heard that saying, but "I expect to live - forever!

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CEO: That would be... illogical... ::smiles::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: Immortality isn't all it's cracked up to be, but it does have its advantages.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Captain, I was referring to the Vulcan response to the crust, tomato paste, and the pepperoni, what that will do to his Vulcan blood...only Medical can know ::Smiles in a teasing way of his friend::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Self: I know we're not immortal, hush.  Close enough.

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
CEO: Ahhhh... I assume you will enjoy it in a friendly way... ::smiles::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  It is a big universe, and I expect to see all of it - before I pass to the other side.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
::Pauses a second.::  CEO: Trix agrees, but I keep telling her...him...it?  Whatever, I keep saying the universe is a big place.  And hardly "uni" when you look too close.

OPS_Ens_Granger says:
::Finishes his dinner salad and then downs his drink.  He wipes his mouth on his napkin and then, sets the napkin down on his empty plate::  CO: That was good Captain, thank you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  I would agree as well, we just need to have a big bucket to keep our lists!

Host Peppa says:
::Brings back the desert orders and places them about the table, then backs away with a nod and a smile.::

CIV_Capt_Marek says:
Peppa: Thanks.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Looks at his deep-dish apple pie with vanilla ice cream and digs in::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
Peppa: Thank you.  ::Takes the pie and picks her way through the cheese layer.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
Peppa:  Thank you Peppa!  This has been a great experience!

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
Peppa: Can I have the rest of my prime rib put in a doggy bag.  Then, I'll have to find a dog.

Host Peppa says:
CO: Certainly, Captain.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
All: This is a lot more "meal" than desert, but pretty good.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
SO:  It is really a second meal at the same sitting ::smiles::

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CEO: Semantics I guess. But it's more filling and more protein, plus less sugar honestly, than I'm used to for desert.

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: Well, gang, I'm headed back to the ship and my bed.  I'll make the arrangements for our shuttle ride in the morning and send you the details.

SO_Lt_Trix says:
CO: Yes Captain, thank you for the invitation.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
::Stands up, as their Captain leaves the table::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
All: Feel free to stay and have a few drinks, on me.  I have a tab here.

CEO_LtCmdr_Hull says:
CO:  Thank you Sir!  And good-night!

CIV_Capt_Marek2 says:
::nods to the CO::

TO_Lt_LVor says:
::Also stands::

Host CO_Capt_Daniels says:
::Gets up and leaves uttering::  All: good night.

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