Begin Dedication of USS Don Johnson Ceremony Stardate 10105.17

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Action: The USS Don Johnson is docked at Starbase One in orbit of Earth, a receiving room is elegantly set up behind the ship in the docking bay
  
Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Exits runabout and walks towards the Don Johnson::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Action: The guests are beginning to assemble in the hall, which visibly displays the docked ship behind a head table

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::The hulking red head stands uneasily in his Dress Whites stares out of the main window overlooking the Don Johnson::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::exits the shuttlecraft Mississippi and walks toward the ship he knew as the Comanche, now renamed the Don Johnson::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Pulls at the neck of her dress uniform.....not at all comfortable in it::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::Milling about the reception room, listening to stories fondly told by attendees about Admiral Johnson::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stops to gaze at her old ship, still beautiful and majestic::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::exits the shuttlecraft and heads towards the hall ::

FCO_Fielding says:
::looks around the reception room Suspiciously.  If it's Crowded, something Weird is more likely to Happen::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::enters the assembly room, with Tas’ arm in his::

SO_Webster says:
::standing with April, waiting for the ceremony to begin::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::walks into the reception room and draws in a breath at the beauty of the ship behind the dais::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::approaches a portal in view of the ship, seeing an familiar figure nearby::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Instinctively takes into account the Comanche's/Don Johnson's last visit to Rugers, and goes over what is due for upgrades::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Tugs on the jacket of her dress whites and continues on towards the receiving room::

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: <w> Phasers on stun, Dr. W.  This place is so full of brass, you could form a marching band.

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::makes sure his purple heart is on straight::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::near the podium, going over his list of final preparations::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::standing at the bar looking at the dignitaries enter::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::smiles as she enters the room, noticing Caryn and April together, as always.::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::enters in through the open doors into the  hall ::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::takes a quick breath, then continues toward the DJ gangplank::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::has spent a great part of her life on this ship and remains heartened that her husband will gladly serve the ship for years to come::

FCO_Fielding says:
::waves at the newly Married (eek) Dr. J (the Science One)::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Action: There is a ceremonial table for the United Federation of Planets President where she will sign the dedication into law officially

SO_Webster says:
::Laughs:: FCO: <w> I forgot to bring mine...darn.  Let's hide in the back.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Looks at a sign posted near the entrance to the room and walks through the doors::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::notices his mother and father sitting in the civilian section and nods to them::

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: <w> I brought mine... ::sets it:: But the back sounds good... ::waves at Tas to let her know where they're Going::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Looks around for a seat near the back for an early exit afterwards::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::finds there is a meeting room where the ceremony will be:: Self: I guess this is the place.  ::enters::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::smoothes her clothes one last time and walks into the hall looking around::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::waves to April and Caryn, looks to Torgh::  XO:  Where did you want to sit, love?

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::walks over to his seat and takes the reserved sign off....sits::

CTO_Chalen says:
::tries to navigate the crowd and find a good place for the ceremony::

SO_Webster says:
::nods at Tas, then follows April to the back::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Adm. Williams Johnson: Welcome Admiral, thank you for coming

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Looks around the room::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
Self: Fitting... ::Takes his seat in the front row, and tugs down his uniform tunic uneasily::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::sees Adm. Ber:: Ber: Sir.  Nice to see you here.

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::satisfied that all is in readiness, watches the attendees arrive::

FCO_Fielding says:
::waves at Dr. J. (the medical one) looking to hide out in the back as well!  It's getting Crowded there, too!::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::Hasn’t recognized any members of the crew yet through the crowds::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
CSO:  I believe as the crew of the Don Johnson, we have reserved seats.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::takes a seat near the reserved section::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::finds his seat and sits ::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Amb Sea: Thank you and it is lovely to see you again.

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::stands: Eric: How are you? It's been a while ::extends hand::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Half grins at the FCO and slides into a seat.....not seeing the Ridged one as usual.....wonders if he was transferred or something::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
XO:  Ah, that's right.  ::looks around the tables::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Action: a few of the media can be seen covering the event in the press box

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
CSO:  See my parents over there?  They're waving.  ::grins::

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: <w> Ummmmm... WHAT was this about again?

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Adm. Williams Johnson: allow me to introduce my wife Megan

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::shakes:: Ber: Too long, sir.  I served on this ship in the past.  It was my second.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::stands::

SO_Webster says:
FCO: Think we'll ever get used to this kind of thing?  We always seem to be hiding <G>

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::walks in and goes and finds a seat, and trying to hide tears::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Spots Cmdr. VanSickle standing near Admiral Ber and approaches::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::Spots John and Megan and heads over her way::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::grins and waves to Torghs parents::  XO:  I'd love to talk to them after the ceremony!

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: I  don't know about you, but I never will.  I'm a shrink, darn it, not a public speaker.

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Megan: It is so nice to finally meet you. ::offers her hand::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
Eric: yes I hear you are on Scorpius now....fine ship.....I get excellent reports about her.

CTO_Chalen says:
::sees Julia in the back of the room and moves over there::   

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles at Admiral Williams Johnson and takes her hand:: Admiral Williams Johnson: the pleasure is mine.

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::sees Valar approach:: Valar: Hello.  ::wants to hug, but knows she would protest::  Valar: This Adm. Ber.

SO_Webster says:
FCO: April, you aren't a shrink anymore..remember?

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: Actually... one could find out A Lot about People just by sitting in the back and Staring at them.

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: Darn, I *knew* there was a problem with my Analogy somewhere.  ::grumbles::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
:turns to Valar:: V!  :kisses  cheek:: good to see you!

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  Hey Julia!  Can you believe this turnout?  You'd think they were commissioning a new Enterprise or something!

SO_Webster says:
FCO: Such as?

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::sees Riggs::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: Ridges?  ::Pokes him:: Are you real?

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Walks up behind VanSickle and taps his shoulder::  Adm_Ber: Admiral, so nice to see you too, Sir.

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::surprised at forwardness of the admiral::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::Approaches Ambassador Sea and his wife::  Seas: Good evening

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: Such as, which people mingle?  Which people reminisce?  Which people are total loons?

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::nods to her aide, giving the room a final once-over, satisfied that all is in readiness, and takes her seat::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Adm. Williams Johnson: Allow me to introduce you to the President of the Federation, Madam President ::walks over to the President::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
CTO:  Riggs!  Where've you been?  Haven't seen you since the wedding.

SO_Webster says:
FCO: and where do we fit in?

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Feels out of place with all of the brass milling about::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::finishes drink, takes a look around::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
Valar: How was the trip from Kootenai?

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  As real as a cartoonish larger than life Bajoran hero type can be.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::thinks Nim Ber has had too many::

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: We're the loonies who hide in the back because we can't deal with so many pips at one time because all we have are one and a half pips and we get tired of standing straight all the time.

CTO_Chalen says:
XO:  Torgh!  It's been a busy few weeks.  ::grins::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::walks with Amb Sea to the President::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::smiles at Chad::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::knows that Nim Ber often has too many ::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: I don't believe you......Chalen has been non-existent for awhile now.

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: ...or was that just I?

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Cmdr_VanSickle: Very.......uneventful, thankfully.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::chuckles and takes her seat::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
SO:  so you doing all right?

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::stands, and extends her hand to Adm. Williams-Johnson:: Adm.: It is an honor to meet you. ::smiles::

SO_Webster says:
::looks up at Becca:: CNS: Becca, I'm fine. How're you doing?

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
President: Thank you for coming

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  It's so nice to have been missed.  But you know that SOMEONE has to keep order in this galaxy, right?

FCO_Fielding says:
::wanders off to sit in a corner somewhere::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
Valar: I hear you.  The trip from the Scorpius was very uneventful, especially coming from the Ferengi border.

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Pres. Evanston: The pleasure is all mine ::takes hand::

Host Captain_Grift says:
Megan_Sea: Long time no see  ::smiles:: Its good to see you again.

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
SO:  Terry, I am doing pretty good...

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Squirms in seat getting comfortable::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Cmdr_VanSickle: Excuse me, Eric while I find my seat.  ::Walks off towards the dais::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: Pshaw....you over estimate your importance

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
Valar: I'll see you later?

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::makes his way around the room, greeting friends, old and new::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::point the table out to Torgh::  XO:  We're over there.  I'm going to say hello to April and Caryn.

FCO_Fielding says:
::wanders around and gets lost::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::shakes Williams_Johnson's hand:: Amb_Sea: It's always a pleasure to participate in events such as these. ::smiles again::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Cmdr_VanSickle: Of course.

FCO_Fielding says:
::thinks: oopsies, where am I again??? Where's the door?!::

SO_Webster says:
CNS:  That's great...::watches April slink off:: Be right back, I'm going to get April.

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
CSO:  Okay.

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::has seat in second row::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
Williams_Johnson: You'll be sitting here, with me and the Ambassador. ::gestures to the seats::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
SO: all right.....

SO_Webster says:
::walks around, following April, until she catches up to her:: FCO: Where're you headed?

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Action: Balloons and banners adorn the room, giving cheer and ceremony

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::smiles to Torgh then walks away::  SO/FCO:  Hello you two!

FCO_Fielding says:
::thinks: This looks Vaguely Familiar... oh, maybe because it's a chair... I've seen Chairs before... yeah...::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles at those gathered::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::walks up to Megan and gives her a hug::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
Megan:  How are you?

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Sees Ambassador Sea and approaches him:: Amb_Sea: Hello, Sir.  How have you been?

Host Amb_Sea says:
Captain Mitchell: Very well thank you, good to see you ::smiles::

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  Perhaps.....  But Starfleet hasn't been in any major disasters in the past few weeks.   I've been away for a few weeks.   I think the connection is obvious.  ::grins::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
Commander: I am great, and its good to see you.

FCO_Fielding says:
SO: Oh!  Ummmmm, gee, I dunno... I was kind of hoping someone would Tell me...

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Pres. Evanston: Thank you ::takes offered seat::

FCO_Fielding says:
CSO: Hi, Dr. J!

Host Captain_Grift says:
:: Sees that she is occupied and moves on... ::

SO_Webster says:
::turns as Tas walks up:: CSO: Hi Tas

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: In your dreams or maybe the holodeck program you've been running......

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::coming back from the bar..notices Megan......walks up to back and taps her on the sholder::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::grabs the FCO's elbow and smiles at her and Caryn.::  SO/FCO:  How are you both?

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  You found that program!?  

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Sees many familiar faces in the room::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::takes her seat beside Adm. Williams_Johnson, and glances once more around the room, and those gathered:: Adm.: Nice turnout, it seems.

FCO_Fielding says:
::is present, but her brain is *always* Unoccupied.  It has a "for sale" sign on it, it's so Unoccupied::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::raises eyebrow and strengthens her mental shielding::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
Megan: Hello Megan..remember me??

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: Found it?  I wrote it!  Ha!

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Looks around, and sees some vaguely familiar faces from the times the Comanche docked at Rugers Station::

SO_Webster says:
CSO: Married life must agree with you...you look great ::grins::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::smiles at all the guests::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::turns:: Ber: oh yes, I do believe we've met, in a different universe?

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  Great minds think alike.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::humors the man::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::moves to the podium and motions everyone to sit::

FCO_Fielding says:
CSO: Yes, I think you look so... so... so... so... um.....

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
SO:  Oh, geez.  Thanks.  Uh.. You got something brown on your nose....  ::wipes at her own nose and winks::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::makes his way toward Tas, April, and Caryn::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Pres: Yes it is ::looks around the room too while wondering what to do with her hands::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::has a seat::

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Nods to a few he has met at Headquarters::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::takes her seat before he can talk::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Straightens up in his seat a little as things appear to get underway::

FCO_Fielding says:
::flounders, waving her arms around and waving Dr. J's arm around in the process::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
Megan: yes...but don't worry..I never mentioned.....uh.......so...how are you doing now?? Married I hear.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Wonders where she is supposed to sit::

SO_Webster says:
FCO: <w> I think she must be on something ::chuckles::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::approaches the main dignitary table and finds his seat::

FCO_Fielding says:
CSO: You're so.... Glowing!  Yeah!

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: Well yes Captain Grift an I think a lot alike.....

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::grins to self, then pays attention to the dais::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::yes....it's better that way....turns and takes his seat::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::takes his seat next to Tas::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::Holds onto April and smiles at Torgh::  FCO:  Thank you April.  Missed you at the wedding, though.

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::watches as the room starts to settle down::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::realizes that's an odd thought and places them in her lap::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Moves towards the head table:: Admiral Johnson: Sir?  Am I to sit at your table?

FCO_Fielding says:
::eeks:: CSO: Sorry... sorrysorrySORRYsorrySORRY for missing that, Dr. J...

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  Very funny spots.  Sometimes I wonder why I keep you around......

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Sees his name on the empty seat up front, and quickly relocates himself::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::folds hands in her lap, watching the faces at the dais::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
FCO:  Really, it's ok!

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
FCO:  Haven't we been through this already?

FCO_Fielding says:
CSO: So is Married Life Fun?  ::peers Curiously into Dr. J's face::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: Cause I'm too cute for you to be without too long.......Well.....for way too long at least.....besides I can still take you anyday on the holodeck and not any woman can say that.

FCO_Fielding says:
XO: Hello, Sir.  Well, um, um, um, um... um, yes, I think so!  Sir!  ::grins::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
FCO:  Oh, married life is better than single life, sometimes!  ::winks at Torgh::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
FCO:  And stop calling me sir.  I'm your cousin for crying out loud! ::grins::

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  As much as they may like to, no they cannot.   Poor women.  ::grins::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Wonders how come no one will tell her where to sit and just finds an empty seat at the head table::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::Sits with the crew:    CSO/XO:   I hope you are both happy being together::

FCO_Fielding says:
CSO: That's good.  ::grins::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::touches mic:: All: Good People, thank you for attending

FCO_Fielding says:
XO: Yes, Sir!  I mean, Torgh!

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
CNS:  Thank you, and we are!

SO_Webster says:
::turns attention to the Ambassador::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Holds PADD as she listens to Ambassador Sea speak::

FCO_Fielding says:
::eeks at the loud mic and Looks at Who Just Spoke::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::pays attention to John::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
CO Mitchell: Nice to see you again. ::looks a bit confused about the seating arrangements:: Yes I think you are.

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Looks up as everyone quiets down and then sits herself.....sad the banter will have to end for a little while at least::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::looks up to the dais::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::pays attention::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Adm_Johnson: Thank you, Sir.

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
:;starts to whisper to Adm. Williams-Johnson, but sees they have started, and turns her attention to Sea::

CTO_Chalen says:
::sits next to Julia::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::listens up to the ambassador::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
<W>CTO: I’m sorry that was reserved for a dashing CTO who I haven't seen in weeks.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::proudly watches her husband::

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO: <w> Ahh, touche...

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::looks over to the Pres for a sec and the looks back to the podium::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
All: Admiral Johnson was with the Comanche project from the drawing board, to getting funding for it from the Federation Council, to its construction in the Fleet Yards and beyond, he was the patron of the ship and we honor him

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::was very familiar with her engines::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::nods::

FCO_Fielding says:
::would raise a glass at this point, but finds that she doesn't Have one, so listens instead::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
All: The answer to life is always more life for life is beautiful, the Don Johnson is more life ::smiles::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Laces his fingers together and stares at them, listening::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::burps::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::looks over at Adm. Ber; glares::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Shoots a quick glare at the burping Admiral::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::smiles::

FCO_Fielding says:
::eyes cross, trying to figure out what had just been Said.  She was a Med Student, darn it, not a Philosopher...::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::jumps at the burp behind her and would turn around and fry his brain if she wasn't in such company::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Raises an eyebrow at Adm. Ber::

SO_Webster says:
::not sure what the Amb means, tries to pay better attention::

FCO_Fielding says:
::finally comes to the conclusion that The Silver-Haired One isn't in any imminent Danger of getting Depressed anytime Soon::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::chuckles softly and wonders what will be in his next fitness report ::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::takes a deep breath and sits up straighter .........if that were possible::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
~~Sends good vibrations to her husband and around the room~~

FCO_Fielding says:
::wonders what Profound Statement will fall from The Silver-Haired One's lips and shudders.  Not used to using so many neurons at once::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::opens official folder:: All: " Federation Council Resolution 61701, Be it resolved by the United Federation of Planets in the Federation Council Assembled that the USS Comanche shall now be known as the USS Don Johnson"

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::struggles with her collar for a moment::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::wonders why he has an old Beach Boys song stuck in his head::

FCO_Fielding says:
::blinks::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::almost feels a tear forming::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::nods in agreement::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Crosses her legs and folds her arms......isn't one for ceremonies and pleasantries......having grown up with them::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::smiles at the pronouncement::

FCO_Fielding says:
::thinks: We're Getting Renamed?  How Cool!  I could call him 'My Wittle Donnie Woo' instead of 'You Silly Little Ship with a Scratch You'::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Sits very straight in her chair and listens to Ambassador Sea::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Stares at his hands again, maintaining some composure::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::brings Federation Council Bill to the President:: President: Madam President, as an Ambassador from the Federation Council I submit this to you for your signature into law

FCO_Fielding says:
::thinks: We need a blinkin' LAW to rename a ship?!::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::sees the handoff of the proclamation::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::stands, and accepts the document, with a slight bow of her head::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::nods and turns over the podium::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::claps::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::strains to see over a very large Klingon sitting in front of her::

FCO_Fielding says:
::wonders if they'll be Imprisoned if they call the ship 'USS Comanche' by mistake::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::peruses the document, as a matter of formality, and walks to the podium::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::smiles in anticipation ::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::sits::

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Looks down the table to see the transaction::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::holds John's hand:: ~~well done, my husband~~

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::signs the document, and affixes her print to the record::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Watches as the UFP President puts the final seal of approval on the documents::

FCO_Fielding says:
::wonders what would happen if the President were to say, 'noooo, I want to rename it Something Else!!!'... but the President is a Compliant Woman, she sees::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::takes Torgh's hand and smiles at him::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
~~~Aye my wife~~~

SO_Webster says:
::shifts around in her chair, trying to get more comfortable::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::smiles back at his wife and grips her hand tighter::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::taps the microphone, and speaks:: All: It is finalized. The U.S.S. Comanche is hereafter known as the U.S.S. Don Johnson. May she sail well.

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::stands up and claps::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::stands and applauds::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::polite applause::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::sets the Bill to the side, and pauses::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::stands and claps::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::applause::

CTO_Chalen says:
::stands and applauds::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::applauds::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::stands and applauds::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::stands::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stands and applauds::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::applauds::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::waits for the applause to die down before continuing::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::stands with the crowd::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Casts a sideways glance at the CTO.....Don Johnson.....interesting::

SO_Webster says:
::thinks a ship called the Don Johnson shouldn't be referred to as 'she'::

FCO_Fielding says:
::claps and thinks, All Hail the USS Don Johnson, Long May He Fly without a New Scratch::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Claps slowly::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::stands and applauds::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::feels the President wishes to speak more::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::sits::

FCO_Fielding says:
::suddenly Unclaps::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::eyes wander over the crowd::

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Makes to his feet and applauds::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::sits::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::sits back down ::

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  Terran names all sound alike to me anyway.  ::grins::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::sits down again::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Sits down::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::takes Torgh's hand again::

FCO_Fielding says:
::not only does she Unclap, she makes sure to Sit on Her Non-Phaser-Holding Hand to make sure she doesn't Clap again::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::sits once again::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
CTO: Yea...but a name like Julia Jorae has such a crystal ring to it, dontcha think?

FCO_Fielding says:
::is glad she didn't bother to stand up::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::watches the Pres. and tries to remain composed::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::sits::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
:; looks around.......sits::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::sits::

FCO_Fielding says:
::hears a cacophony of Admirals sitting down::

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Retakes his seat putting the prosthetic leg straight out::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::closes eyes to check on the children who are being watched by Riverwind::

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  Oh yes.  Very alluring.  I can barely control myself. Lucky for you I'm such a disciplined officer.   The model Gentleman.

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Pretends to cough:: CTO: Since when?  And that settles it.  You aren't the Chalen Riggs I know.

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::As the room quiets down again, she continues on:: All: In the many duties I perform in my role as President of the UFP, the dedication of a vessel is a pleasant duty.

FCO_Fielding says:
::hint of a smile crosses her otherwise boring face, thinking she heard the CTO say something macho::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
All: And this dedication, this vessel, is no exception. The honoree, Admiral Johnson, exemplified the ideals and principles in his every day life, and it is truly fitting that this ship carry his name.

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::nods her head in agreement::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
:;pauses, and her eyes wander to the crew of the Don Johnson, meeting each of their eyes one by one::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::smiles::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::face at attention::

FCO_Fielding says:
::nods and thinks maybe she saw this mysterious Don Johnson person one day, eyeing one of her pretzels... or was that pickles...::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
Crew of the Don Johnson: You have a legacy to carry on, crew of this vessel.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Nods::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::looks proudly at his other crew members::

FCO_Fielding says:
::blinks.  Legacy?  LEGACY?!  They didn't say anything about any ol' stinkin' LEGACY.  Waaaaa!!  Pressure!  The Pressure!::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles at Torgh::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::sees April panicking and wonders if he should give her a sedative::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
~~sends calming thoughts to April~~

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
Crew of the Don Johnson: I hereby charge each of you to incorporate the principles that Admiral Johnson exemplified, the principles that represent what each and every officer of Starfleet should strive for... to carry these principles into your duties, as you man this fine ship.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::stands, hoping the rest of the crew will do so::

FCO_Fielding says:
::Boggles.  Principles?  I'm supposed to be Principled now?!  Waa!!::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::stands::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::Stands::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stands::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
Crew of the Don Johnson: It is a difficult task, but I have faith, as Admiral Johnson had faith in you, that you will live up to those principles.

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::stands::

FCO_Fielding says:
::sees some people standing up and waits to see if they'll have to sit back down again::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::stands::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::stands::

SO_Webster says:
::has this urge to stand and does::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::stands::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
~~calm down April, its okay~~

Host CDR_McLir says:
::Looks over the crew of the U.S.S. Johnson with fond remembrances of his own crew::

FCO_Fielding says:
::hopes Dr. Sea is right::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Sees everyone standing.....exhales heavily....if she doesn't she'll be a ENS forever so stands slowly elbowing Ridges to follow suit::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Realizes she wasn't supposed to stand and sits back down::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::motions April to stand::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::nods, and steps back from the microphone::

SO_Webster says:
::looks at April::

FCO_Fielding says:
::probably should've been an Ensign all her life, but stands up anyway::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
:;takes her seat::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::looks around.....sits::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
:: listens, trying to remember what she was going to say::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
Admiral Williams-Johnson: I relinquish the podium to you.

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::sits::

FCO_Fielding says:
::sees Dr. Sea sitting down and wonders if she should sit down now she's finally stood up::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Slumps back down in her seat::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::sits::

FCO_Fielding says:
::sits down.  Sheesh::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::sits::

SO_Webster says:
::sits quickly::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::applauds::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::returns to his seat::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Applauds::

FCO_Fielding says:
::doesn't applaud, in case she has to unclap again::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::applauds::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::claps for Williams-Johnson::

CTO_Chalen says:
::applauds::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Pres: Thank you ::stands and walks to podium and is quiet for a moment collecting her thoughts::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::claps::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::steps back another step from the podium, and makes her way to her seat::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Watches Admiral Johnson::

SO_Webster says:
::turns attention to the Adm.::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::smiles encouragement to  the Speaker ::

FCO_Fielding says:
::eyeballs the Admiral Speculatively::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::looks at Admiral Williams Johnson and waits::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::supportive smile::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Stays quiet and watches the Admiral with concern::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
It is at times such as this – times of great grief – that we must focus on what it means to be a Star Fleet Officer. Our lives are filled with strife. Every day brings about new challenges and dangers to face and conquer. We all know this. It is a truth with which we all must live.

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Sees Chalen standing as everyone else has sat down and yanks him down next to her with a little more force than necessary::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
But the fact remains… we are never prepared when one of our own takes that voyage to the other side.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Nods as she listens to the Admiral::

FCO_Fielding says:
::gets Totally Bummed::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
To make it through the arduous journey of healing the wounds caused by such a thing, we must learn to focus on new beginnings. Nothing is more difficult than losing someone close to you, but we have to remember this: with each loss comes rebirth.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::nods::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::sits and listens and wipes tears out::

CTO_Chalen says:
::falls into his chair::  CMO:  <w>  Not so rough spots.  I know I'm irresistible, but were in public, dear!

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::thinks Adm. Johnson is exploring the Undiscovered Country::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
Whether it be some psychological make-over within ourselves, the discovery of a new life form, or even the christening of a new ship, some gain – some positive aspect – is always present to balance out the negative. It is the nature of chaos and order. And it is our nature on this very day.

SO_Webster says:
::nods, thinking what a philosopher the Adm. is::

FCO_Fielding says:
::blinks.  Rebirth from loss?  Hmm...::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
This gathering of comrades is in celebration of the life of one who has left this life to embark on a much greater excursion than we, in our limited mortal capacity, can imagine.

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::quietly scoffs:: CTO: You've been resistible out of public........and you think you're so hot in public?  I'm not so sure.

FCO_Fielding says:
::her mind Boggles even more than when the other Admiral spoke.  What is it about these guys that make them so darn Philosophical?::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
I speak of my love and life, Don Johnson. Those of us who knew him well are aware that nothing would make him more proud… nothing would honor him more…

FCO_Fielding says:
::nods, quietly wishing  the Admiral had taken her on that journey with him::

CTO_Chalen says:
CMO:  C'mon.  You're hot for what I got.  don't try to deny it.  ::sly grin::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
than for all of us – though our backgrounds and cultures be as different as the stars in the sky – to gather together on this special day as one mind… one voice… and cherish his memory.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles warmly at Admiral Williams Johnson::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::supportive smile::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Nods::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::nods approvingly::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
<w>CTO: You've been gone so often I haven't even had a chance to turn you down in a month......So I think you have the wrong definition of hot.

FCO_Fielding says:
::nods at the Admiral and, even though she doesn't know her, tries to send supportive looks her way::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::turns and eyes the CMO and CTO::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::scowls at the CTO and CMO, giving them a warning look::

FCO_Fielding says:
::...which may be silly, seeing as she's a lowly one-and-a-half-pip, but still.::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Having whispered doesn't understand why people are scowling at her::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::nods approvingly at the Admiral's words::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::looks out at the crowd and their faces:: Thank  you. CO Mitchell: Would you please come up now

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::perks up when Valar's name is called::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::claps, then stops when she sees that Mitchell is Vulcan::

SO_Webster says:
::reflects on the Adm.’s words and sighs::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stands and applauds the Admiral, picks up her PADD and walks towards the podium::

Host Captain_Grift says:
:applauds::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
:wakes up with all the clapping...stand and starts clapping::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Walks to the podium wearing full-dress whites, posture straight, head held high.  Looks out over the audience while setting the PADD on the podium in front of her::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::walks back to her seat::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::claps::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Ladies and gentlemen, fellow Starfleet officers, it is my honor to stand before you tonight in celebration of this momentous occasion in Starfleet history.

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Looks at Admiral Williams-Johnson, and nods his head in understanding as she sits::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
I was a mere Ensign precisely 2-years, 7 months ago when I was assigned to serve aboard the USS Comanche, just three months after my graduation from the Academy.  The USS Comanche carried us and protected us on many memorable adventures during my service aboard her, always managing to stay in one piece and getting us home safely.

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::smiles nicely at Valar, giving her a supportive look::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Precisely 1-year, 7 months later due to personal conflicts, I decided it was time for me to leave Starfleet and if not for the encouragement and support of one man, Admiral Don Johnson this decision would have been proven to be in error.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Throughout my career in Starfleet with his wisdom and guidance I was able to overcome personal obstacles, which have inspired me to reach higher levels.  It was not an easy road for me but he had faith in me, more faith than I had in myself and rather than leave Starfleet all together, he encouraged me to instead take on a new assignment.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
I kept in touch with him after my departure from the Comanche and over the next 1-year and 1-month he continued to provide me with inspiration, helping me become not only a better officer personally but also a supportive leader to my crew and I will always be grateful to him for not giving up on me as so many others had done so long ago.

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::bows head and takes Torgh's hand again::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
It is a fitting gesture that Starfleet Command and the United Federation of Planets have chosen to honor him by renaming the USS Comanche in his memory.  I know he would be proud to know the ship he loved so much and the crews who have served aboard her in the past,  present and future will continue on to many new adventures.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Adventures under a new name that will live on in the spirit of his memory and not forgotten, the USS Don Johnson.
 
Thank you.  ::Pauses::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::smiles, then applauds proudly::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::applauds::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::applauds::

SO_Webster says:
::applauds::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::applauds::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::applauds and smiles::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::applauds::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::claps::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
It is now my pleasure to introduce Cmdr. Naxx.  Commander.  ::Nods::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::claps::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::applauds::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
;:Folds her arms not evening trying to keep a pleasant look on her face::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::claps::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::applauds::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Steps away from the podium and takes her seat::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Wipes his hands on his trousers and stands and moves to the podium::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::smiles and discretely winks at Valar::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Nods at Eric::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
I'm not a man of many eloquent words, I just say it how it is.  Admiral Johnson was a man, like anyone of us in this room.  He knew what his loyalties and morals were, he stuck by them.

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::nods::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::listens to long time friend Cmdr. Naxx::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::smiles slightly, approvingly::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
He took me out of a plasma maintenance shaft and took what I saw as a risk by helping me through a tough part in my life.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::watches his face intently::
  
Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
We would talk without rank, without position, without rules.  We were friends.  He was never one to stand for posturing, and passed that onto me.  He took a raw Engineer out of a dark place and took a risk.  I owe to him immense gratitude.  And am happy to be here honouring his memory and legacy.

 Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Nods as she listens to Cmdr. Naxx::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::listens to Naxx::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Yawns::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
He is only gone in body, not in spirit.   We need only look in our hearts to remember him, within every second of every minute.  He does go with us.  Farewell, Old Friend.   ::Turns to the Window and Salutes old military style::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::nods, considering the words being spoken, reflecting upon the impression this man made on those who knew him::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::applauds::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::claps::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::applauds::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stands and salutes the ship::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Lowering his hand, he nods to the Ambassador and retakes his seat::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::applauds::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::claps::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::applauds::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::applauds::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Applauds::

SO_Webster says:
::applauds::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::applauds::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::applauds::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Glances at her chronometer::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::applauds and wipes a tear::

FCO_Fielding says:
::glances at the CMO glancing at her chronometer::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::glancing at the FCO, glancing at the CMO glancing at her chronometer::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::claps and nods::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Feels like crying but keeps her emotions in check::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::walks back to the podium and produces a bottle of 1976 Dom Perignon:: Adm. Williams Johnson: This has been an heirloom in my family for generations ::motions to the hull:: would you do the honor?

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
~~feels the emotions about the room~~~

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::stands, as the big moment arrives::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::wonders why so many people are glancing at each other::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::smiles and feels tears::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::stands::

SO_Webster says:
::stands::

FCO_Fielding says:
::wonders what Torgh's wondering about::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::stands::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stands and walks to the portal to watch the christening::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::stands and watches intently::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::walks to the portal, next to Valar::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
:stands::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::hands bottle to Adm. Williams Johnson::

FCO_Fielding says:
::wonders what he's doing with a family heirloom that happens to be a bottle of something::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::takes bottle and holds it up::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::applauds again::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
It is my distinct honor to christen the former USS Comanche with her new name. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, the USS Don Johnson.

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Wonders why Chalen always disappears leaving her alone.......waits for the ceremony to come to a close::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::watches::

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
May she fly high and free through the universe, and may her adventures be great – filled with honor, love, and fraternity, as was her namesake.

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::smacks bottle across the hull of the ship::

FCO_Fielding says:
::wonders why it's called the Don Johnson if it's a she... and OUCHes as the bottle hits the ship::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::claps::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Stands at attention and salutes::::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::stands and applauds wildly::

Host Captain_Grift says:
::smiles and applauds::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::applauds again as cheers go up throughout the room::

SO_Webster says:
::claps::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::applauds::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::salutes w/ Valar::

SO_Webster says:
::and cheers::

Host ADM_Nim_Ber says:
::smiles::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
Action: With a loud crash, the bottle smashes, balloons fall from the ceiling and the band begins to play. 

FCO_Fielding says:
::watches Torghie applauding wildly::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::pops a balloon::

Host Cmdr_Naxx says:
::Claps but glares at the balloons::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Gets bombarded by balloons::

FCO_Fielding says:
::sniffles for the poor heirloom::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::balloons hit him in the head::

CNS_Ens_Becca says:
::claps and smiles::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
All: Captain Grift I present you with the... ::pause::

CMO_Ens_Jorae says:
::Strides out from the room the ceremony having finished.......finding herself more tired than she realized::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
...keys to the USS Don Johnson

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::hushes as John speaks again::

FCO_Fielding says:
::waves at the quickly-departing Dr. J::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
YAY!! ::claps wildly::

FCO_Fielding says:
::boggles.  The ship has a key?!::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::grins at his captain::

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
::motions for Doug to speak::

Host Captain_Grift says:
All: the Comanche was always Don's ship... it is only fitting that it now bears his name.

FCO_Fielding says:
::smiles at The Diplomatic One::

SO_Webster says:
::nods::

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::nods;:

Host Adm_Williams_Johnson says:
::stands back and watches CO Grift::

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
::whispers:: Valar: I didn't know that thing had a key.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::fishes out the pair of fuzzy dice from her pocket and holds them behind her back::

CSO_Jala-Sanders says:
::claps for Grift... then remembers her old Counselor on the Q and her relationship with him... wonders what's going on between them?::

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
::Raises an eyebrow at VanSickle::

Host UFP_Pres_Evanston says:
::nods, applauding::

Host Captain_Grift says:
All: I am honored to command this fine vessel.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::nods proudly at the captain::

FCO_Fielding says:
::nods at The Diplomatic One.  He Does It like He Means It, too.::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::smiles and stands::

 Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::walks forward and presents the fuzzy dice to Grift::

Host Captain_Grift says:
All: And I am sure the USS Don Johnson will protect the crew as they carry goodwill across the pains and rivers of the universe.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Cmdr_VanSickle: Very nice dedication ceremony, would you agree?

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
Valar:  You did great up there, Valar.  That was a great ceremony, and I wouldn't think of a better person to honor.

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
All: This concludes our dedication ::pops a balloon and motions the band to play “Anchors Aweigh”::

End Dedication Ceremony Of USS Don Johnson Stardate 10105.17 

Host Captain_Grift says:
All: I am honored to command this fine vessel.

Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::smiles::

XO_Torgh_Sanders says:
::nods proudly at the captain::

FCO_Fielding says:
::nods at The Diplomatic One.  He Does It like He Means It, too.::

Host Adm_G_Heinlein says:
::smiles and stands::

 Host LtCmdr_Megan_Sea says:
::walks forward and presents the fuzzy dice to Grift::

Host Captain_Grift says:
All: And I am sure the USS Don Johnson will protect the crew as they carry goodwill across the pains and rivers of the universe.

Host Captain_Valar_Mitchell says:
Cmdr_VanSickle: Very nice dedication ceremony, would you agree?

Cmdr_VanSickle says:
Valar:  You did great up there, Valar.  That was a great ceremony, and I wouldn't think of a better person to honor.

Host Amb_John_Sea says:
All: This concludes our dedication ::pops a balloon and motions the band to play “Anchors Aweigh”::

End Dedication Ceremony Of USS Don Johnson Stardate 10105.17