Mission Summary:  10810.02

Admiral Hamilton has boarded the USS Don Johnson with new mission orders and personnel information.  Starfleet Command has placed Captain Arca on indefinite leave due to a current family situation.

A new commanding officer is in route and should rendezvous with the DJ within 5 hours.  All senior staff has asked to assemble in the briefing room.

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T’Ponga says:
::walking around the briefing room in her uniform::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::enters the briefing room:: CO: Morning Captain ::sips on his coffee::

T’Ponga says:
TO: Captain?  Now Lemmick, just T'Ponga.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Still Captain to me...always will be.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::going over the last of the new names as she heads to the briefing room::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::steps off turbo-lift and onto the bridge, glances over the bridge trying to see if anything is out of place...  Nods once, then turns to the briefing room::

T’Ponga says:
::smiles:: TO: Lemmick thanks.

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::enters the briefing room::

T’Ponga says:
CMO: Nice to see you back Mari.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::in the briefing room taking a seat::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::stretches as she waits for the lift:: Self: I never like these briefings.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::enters, glances and moves to her seat::

T’Ponga says:
CTO: Morning Nancy

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::shoots a look over at Mari::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::enters the briefing room, acknowledges those in there, and tries not to make eye contact with T'Ponga::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
CO: Captain. :;nods and smiles::

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Good morning Seamus.

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
T’Ponga: Thank you T'Ponga

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::boards the lift and orders it to deck one::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::looks up at T'Ponga briefly::  T’Ponga:  Captain.  Morning.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CMO: When did you get back?

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
TO: I came in on the Admirals shuttle.

CNS_Ens_Adair says:
:: passes the doctor a padd that says, "I need to talk to you about my condition as soon as they're finished with us...oh, and welcome back ;) "::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
CO: I've just finished reviewing these.  :;waggles the padd::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CMO: Why didn't you tell me you were back?

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::nods to the CNS:: CMS: Once I get back to my office and thanks

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
TO: Don't you like surprises?

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::smiles:: CMO: Of course.

CNS_Ens_Adair says:
CMO: Thank you.

T’Ponga says:
::turns and looks at her senior staff::

T’Ponga says:
::takes the PADDs from the CTO::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::looks over at the Captain:: CO: What's going on? 

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::steps off the lift and enters the briefing room::  ALL:  My apologies for my delay, I trust all are present and accounted for?

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::looks out at the star field::

T’Ponga says:
Adm: Yes we are all here I believe.  ::looks for the XO::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::Stands a bit straighter at the Admiral's entrance::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::stands up as the admiral enters::

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::nods to the CO::

T’Ponga says:
Admiral: I am sorry but I am very informal with my people.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
ALL: At ease.

T’Ponga says:
::sits next to the Admiral::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::sits back down with a PADD in hand::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::paces slowly:: All:  I have already spoken to Commander McPhee about the current situation.  And I'm afraid that I'm not aware of what information has been passed on to the crew.

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::notices a loose bulkhead panel, pushes it back into position, gives it quick kick to click it back into place::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::listens::

T’Ponga says:
Admiral: No information has been passed around for the staff other than I am leaving soon.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::stands at ease, but keeps an eye on the Admiral::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
All:  However, due to a certain situation, Captain Arca has been placed on indefinite leave.  Therefore, a new Commanding Officer has been assigned.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::looks towards the XO::

CNS_Ens_Adair (~pocketirc@odn-7CFEA995.area7.spcsdns.net) has left the conversation.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
This brief meeting was to allow senior staff an opportunity to say their farewells.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::both eyebrows go up, but she looks closer at T'Ponga, seeing shadows under her eyes::

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::glances at the TO, and smiles::

T’Ponga says:
::looks at her people with a tear in her eye::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::glances at her once-upon-a-time captain and frowns::

T’Ponga says:
CMO: I wish I had the chance to really get the chance to know you better but under the circumstances now I won't have that opportunity.

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
T’Ponga: I would like to keep in touch? 

T’Ponga says:
CMO: As would I.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
T'Ponga: I think we all would, Captain.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::nods her agreement::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::smiles slightly::

T’Ponga says:
All: I will miss you all and as for being a mother hen well you are my people and family.  I love you all.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
T'Ponga: I think you know we feel the same way.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::nods::

T’Ponga says:
All: Maybe in the future I can return but for now I have no choice.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
T'Ponga: You're going where you're needed.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::types her farewell on the padd and sends it to T'Ponga's quarters::

T’Ponga says:
All: I don't know of this new captain but what I want from each of you is the same respect and affection for him as you have for me.

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::moves about the room slowly::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::She moves to make her public farewell::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CO:I am sure when I say it we will give nothing but the best

T’Ponga says:
TO: I am sure you will Lemmick.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
CO: We will treat him as his position deserves.  He might have to earn personal respect, you know.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Just going to miss you letting me go on my gut feeling.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
T'Ponga: Captain, it has been an honor to serve ::gives an old fashioned salute::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::steps close to the Captain to say good-bye::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::listens to the others, her mind wandering briefly with all the changes since she left::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
T'Ponga: We will make you proud of us

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::nods:: T'Ponga: Of that you can be sure.

T’Ponga says:
::looks at Nancy:: CTO: Nancy I think I am going to miss you the most.  I have known you from before this ship and I hope that one day I can return to her and you will be still here.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::grins and winks:: T'Ponga: You never know where I'll turn up, Captain

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
CO/CTO: She'll probably pass over me and be Captain the next time you come on board!

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::waits patiently, a slight smile on his face::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CO: Captain...you've been like a friend more then a Captain to all of us. It has been an honor to you and more of an honor to call you a friend. Qa’Pla ::tries to pronounce it right::

T’Ponga says:
XO: Well you never know the future.

T’Ponga says:
::smiles:: TO: Lemmick you have been practicing your Klingon.  Q'apla!!

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::laughs softly:: T'Ponga/XO: Oh, I don't know about that, Commander

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
CTO: Well, maybe not, but hey, anything's possible.

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus I think you will be the best CEO on the Don Johnson.  You have become one of the best I know of.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::smiles:: XO: True

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
T'Ponga:  Q'apla batlh je, Captain.  ::slams his right fist to his chest then extends his arm::

T’Ponga says:
::blinks::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
T'Ponga:  I know a little Klingon too.  ::smiles::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CO:I try

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::smiles at the honor given the Captain::

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus...Q'apla ::does the Klingon cross chest salute::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
T'Ponga:  Must have been all that blood wine, eh.

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus I would assume so.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::stays to the back watching the crew::

T’Ponga says:
CMO: Mari I see you want to say something.  ::smiles::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
T'Ponga: Stay in touch, friend ::smiles as she moves aside so that the rest can move up::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
T’Ponga: Not much I can say except to echo the words of the others.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::stands up, finally:: T'Ponga: It has been an honor to serve as your Number One.  You've been a great Captain and friend.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::raises an eyebrow::

T’Ponga says:
::stands::  All: To you all I am honored to be your commanding officer for the time we have been together.  We all have seen the best and worst of times.  I pray that this crew stays together and as a team and upholds the legacy of the Don Johnson.

T’Ponga says:
::tears fall::

T’Ponga says:
All: Q'apla to you all...::cross chest salutes her staff::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::Stands at attention, eyes glistening::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::moves over to T'Ponga::  ALL:  I'm sorry to break this up, but I just received word that Captain Iron Horses' shuttle is on approach.

T’Ponga says:
::blinks:: Admiral: So soon?  Good thing I had my parents pack the bags and get the children ready.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
All:  I don't want to rush things, however, I think Commander McPhee and I at a minimum should meet him upon his arrival.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Adm: Agreed, Admiral.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CTO/XO: Alpha and Beta teams should be there too

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
CO: Captain, there is no rush for you to leave.  Take your time in packing and preparing your family.  You have two shuttles at your disposal when you are ready.

T’Ponga says:
Admiral: Thank you for your consideration and I appreciate what you have done for me and my family.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
TO: At least one team, should be.  Notify Team Delta.  This is what they love to do ::grins and winks::

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
TO: Is a whole security detail really necessary, Commander?

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
XO: First impressions are everything.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
XO: Delta is my small team, Commander.  They are all spit and polish, too.  They'll love to show off

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
TO: Okay, as your boss says, one team.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::nods:: All:  If you'll excuse us.  XO: Commander, after you.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
CTO: Good.  That sounds fine,

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::nods:: CO: Captain...it's been an honor. Duty Calls.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::nods to the Admiral:: Adm: By all means, let's get this new Captain situated. CO: T'Ponga, keep in touch.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::walks out with the Admiral::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::sits deep in thought::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::heads out and goes to TAC 1 and send a message to Delta team to meet the new CO's shuttle in the Main Shuttle Bay::

TO Lt. Brookings says:
::Hears the chime, reads the message and hollers out:: Out loud: Delta Team!  Look sharp, we've got duty!!  145dash6.  ASAP!

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
*Lt_Brookings*:Don't scare the new captain too much...make sure...sickbay first stop.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Adm: So, Admiral, what is Captain Iron Horse like, or do you know?

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::follows Commander McPhee:: XO:  I know this is sudden and difficult.  Hopefully everyone will adjust quickly to the change.  

T’Ponga says:
::walks slowly out of the briefing room::

TO Lt. Brookings says:
::Smiles as her team move and make a new record to get ready:: *TO*: Aye, Commander

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Adm: We can adjust, Admiral, but I don't know how quickly.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::whispers:: CMO: Mari... what’s wrong? Aren't you happy to be back?

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
::enters the lift:: Computer:  Shuttle bay.

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::places a hand on Lemmick’s arm:: TO: I'm happy. ::pauses:: TO: I'll tell you later.

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::steps over to one of the potted plants decorating the briefing room, reaches behind it and pulls out a bottle of blood wine, then follows behind T'Ponga, while holding the bottle behind his back::  T'Ponga:  Captain?

TO Lt. Brookings says:
::Grabs her clean uniform top, slides it on and leads her team out to Main Shuttle Bay::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
XO: Understandable, Commander.  But from my experiences with you, I know that I can trust your assistance in this.

T’Ponga says:
::stops:: CEO: Seamus?

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CMO:Oookay...I missed you

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
T'Ponga:  I thought, before you set sail, we have one more warrior to escort to Sto-Vo-Kor.  ::holds up the bottle::

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Adm: Yes, you can, Admiral.  But what do you know of Captain Iron Horse?

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
TO: I missed you too. 

TO Lt. Brookings says:
 ::Leads her team into place as they wait for the shuttle to land.  All 6 are at attention::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
TO: I should get to sickbay and see if the EMH left it in one piece.

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus I am not dead yet.  ::laughs::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
T'Ponga:  Of course not.  I was referring to this little bottle of Klingon courage here.  ::grins::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CMO: That you should Lieutenant...::smiles and whispers:: Okay...I'll see you later?

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus you do have a great sense of humor.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
XO: He seems a capable officer, from his service record.  Hopefully a strong leader as one would expect from a former tribal chief.

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
TO: Drop by my office later. ::smiles as she stands and heads for her office::

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Adm: Well, that's something. We need strong leadership to get us through the transition.

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::motions to the turbo-lift::  T'Ponga:  Come on, I think this turbolift needs to be taken out of service for a few minutes.

T’Ponga says:
::nods:: CEO: Seamus I guess you could say that.

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::steps into the turbo-lift::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::glances over those leaving the briefing room, waits so she's the last one out, then heads to her station on the bridge::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
XO: True :: speaks agreeably as she leaves the lift and watches the shuttle land::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CTO: Delta Team in place...seems to be that they are trying to break there record

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Adm: And here he comes, Admiral. Now we'll see what kind of a man he is.

ACTION:  Captain Iron Horse's shuttle touches down and the back hatch lifts out of the way.

CO Iron Horse says:
::waits patiently::

TO Lt. Brookings says:
::After the shuttle lands, she leads her team to flank the hatch:: Out loud: Atten-HUT!  ::grins as they snap to::

CO Iron Horse says:
::walks proudly out and onto the deck::

TO Lt. Brookings says:
::Lifts the Bosun whistle and pipes the new CO aboard::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::makes her way slowly towards sickbay and her office, her mind not really on where she's going, ... yet::

CO Iron Horse says:
Admiral:  A pleasure to be sure.

CO Iron Horse says:
::Salutes the Admiral and XO::

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
::sits and wonders what Mari needs to tell him::

T’Ponga says:
CEO: To all the good times and the bad.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
Iron Horse: Welcome aboard, Captain.  I would like to introduce you to Commander Newell-McPhee, the Executive Officer.

T’Ponga says:
::raises the glass::

CO Iron Horse says:
XO: It is an honor.

CO Iron Horse says:
::bows to her in respect::

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
::pulls out the stopper, and hands the bottle over::  T'Ponga:  Heard about Mark...  I'm very sorry.

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Iron Horse: CO: The honor is mine, Captain. Welcome aboard, as the Admiral stated. ::returns the bow, somewhat awkwardly::

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus, yes I am too but it is not verified yet.  ::takes the bottle and drops the glass and drinks::

CO Iron Horse says:
XO: I can call you Number One?  Or do you prefer XO?

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
Iron Horse: I believe you have orders to present?

CO Iron Horse says:
Admiral: Yes ma'am. ::hands her the PADD::

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
TO: They live for this kind of thing, I think

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Iron Horse: With all due respect, Captain, I prefer Commander.

CO Iron Horse says:
XO: Then Commander it is.

CEO_LtJG_MacLeod says:
T'Ponga:  Well, if you ever need a so, so crack engineer, or just an ear to listen.  You know where I'll be.  ::takes the bottle and takes a swig::

CMO_LtJG_Archer says:
::finally enters sickbay and her office, taking a seat behind the desk::

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
::nods: Iron Horse: Thank you, sir.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CTO: Yeah...can I ask a woman’s opinion on something?

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
TO: Fire away, Commander.  Fire away and fall back

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus I will.  Not to worry I will.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
Iron Horse:  According to these orders, you are here to assume command.  Therefore, I stand relieved.  The ship is yours, Captain.  

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CTO: Say you were seeing someone on board...and you were gone for two months...you come back and you tell the person you have something to talk to them about. What would you be telling them?

CO Iron Horse says:
Admiral:  I have not been fully briefed on this mission so I would appreciate it if you would do the honors.

CO Iron Horse says:
Admiral: You are relieved.

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
::looks thoughtful:: TO: Hmm, it would depend.  Most likely I would be wondering if the other party was still interested.  But only if they didn't keep in touch

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CTO: Which they did.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
Iron Horse:  You and your crew will be assisting in the investigation of two murders.  All known details are in the files that were given to Commander McPhee earlier.

CO Iron Horse says:
Admiral: Murder?

CTO_Cmdr_Fowler says:
:nods:: TO: Then I would stay with the checking to make sure where things still stood.  ::glances at Lemmick:: Now head to sickbay.  ::grins and winks::

CO Iron Horse says:
XO: I want a briefing with you to go over the orders in half an hour in my ready room please.

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
Iron Horse:  Yes, murder.

TO_LtCmdr_Lemmick says:
CTO: You don’t think she could........

XO_Cmdr_Newell_McPhee says:
Iron Horse: Agreed, sir.  And it's an honor to serve with you.

T’Ponga says:
CEO: Seamus, I think I will miss you the most.  ::drinks::

Host Adm_Hamilton says:
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