Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
Captains Log Star Date 10211.15 We are currently at Star Base 185 for shoreleave. All is well

Host SM_Sergio says:
<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<Begin "To relax or not to relax, that is the question" part 2>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
:: quietly sleeping in his very stately quarters on the Star Base ::

XO_Farrel says:
::Strolls the promenade wearing a free flowing silk gown that daringly reveals her shoulders down to the small of her back.  The Betazoid silk is smooth to the touch and glows with the pink and purple hues of a sunset.::

CTO_Peters says:
::With aching feet she sits on the nearest bench in the promenade.  Bags of stuff sitting beside her.::

OPS_Mades says:
::standing looking out a portal on a deserted walkway, his thoughts far away::

Host SM_Sergio says:
ACTION : The crew has been having a peaceful week, save the elephant episode..

FCO_Teasley says:
::walks through the corridors::

CTO_Peters says:
::A whimper could be heard from one of the parcels.  Bending down to the doggie cage she pulls out a little chocolate Lab.  She begins scratching it behind the ears and it settles down.::

OPS_Mades says:
::sighing, he pushes himself off the wall and starts to wander back down to the promenade level::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Sighs, then stands.  Puts on a set of his civilian clothes.::

XO_Farrel says:
::As she walks she remembers her second chat with Soral.  They had learned much, but still practicing the techniques required eluded them both.  As she walks she feels the area around her with her telepathic senses, always enjoying the sensuality of it.::

FCO_Teasley says:
::enters his quarters::

CTO_Peters says:
::Out of another bag she pulls out a bright leash and collar.  She attaches both to the dog.::

CSO_KTor says:
&::sitting on a planetary transport with Sakorh on its way to a ruined temple in the northern continent of Vulcan::

Host SM_Sergio says:
@::from nothingness, a shadow appears on the XO's quarters aboard the Artemis::

OPS_Mades says:
::stopping by one of the vendor stalls, Christian sees something that reminds him of his sister, he picks it up and looks it over::

Host SM_Sergio says:
@::under the cover of it's long black cloak, and without so much as a light, the figure moves towards the stand where a small vase is::

CTO_Peters says:
Dog:  Well, well, I can't for the life of me fathom why I picked you up...  I know it wasn't because of my daughter’s sad face.  ::The puppy looks up and likes her face.::  Must be because you are so cute.

OPS_Mades says:
::setting down the figurine, Christian moves on, a glum look on his face::

FCO_Teasley says:
::sits down::

CTO_Peters says:
<Dog>  ::Barks::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Walks over to the room's door, opens it and walks out.::

Host SM_Sergio says:
@::a pair of preensible members exit the cloak's shadow, and move in the darkness.. a small whisper is heard, and suddenly, the vase is gone..::

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: Ever since I heard about the temple's discovery three months ago, I have been wanting to see the excavation.

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::wakes up from his nap and walks about the state room::

CTO_Peters says:
<Dog> ::Jumps down from her lap and barks some more... Others begin looking at her and all Zoë can do is shrug.:: All:  Its a dog, it barks..

FCO_Teasley says:
::gets up and leaves his quarters::

Host SM_Sergio says:
@::the "hands" pick up the book, and low chuckle can be heard...::

OPS_Mades says:
::seeing a cafe, Christian decides to head in.  He's always kind of been a coffee fanatic::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Comes up on Matt::  CEO:  You all right?

XO_Farrel says:
::Her mind is strangely preoccupied with the Zodion.  Funny how it has that effect on people...  She remembered how Soral's eyes seemed to light up when he saw it, and how he was eager to hold it again.  She almost feels tempted to return to her quarters and read another chapter...::

CTO_Peters says:
::All of sudden a screech permeates through the hall as Alicia runs full throttle towards her.::

Host SM_Sergio says:
@::moving back to the shadows, the figure seems to blend into it as an old chant is sung low... And then the chant and the figure are gone::

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: I have heard that during the excavations, they found the remains of a destroyed psionic resonator stone. Certainly this would be an uncommon find?

CTO_Peters says:
<Alicia> CTO:  Mommy!!!!!!  It’s a puppy!  ::Alicia falls in front of the dog and begins to hug him. The dog is stunned.::

FCO_Teasley says:
::looks for any crewmembers he can find::

CEO_Russel says:
#::jumps, startled.  Turns to La'i.  Smiles.::  CMO:  Hey.  ::Lays a kiss on her lips.::  Yes, why?

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> K'Tor: I heard that also, it must be one of only a handful left on this planet that have not been found.

OPS_Mades says:
::sitting down at a small table that faces the promenade, Christian looks over the menu::

CTO_Peters says:
Alicia:  Ok honey lets not choke the puppy...  he is not going anywhere.  Listen we need to decide on a name for him.

CMO_Mea`e says:
#CEO:  Your mind seemed... elsewhere.  Would you like to head out for the day.  Tomorrow we will have to return to the ship.

CTO_Peters says:
<Alicia> CTO:  I already know Mommy.  Its Fuzz.  ::Giggling the child gives the puppy another hug.::

CTO_Peters says:
Alicia:  Fuzz?

OPS_Mades says:
::an extremely attractive waitress approaches, Christian barely notices and just orders his drink., a hazelnut city roast::

CTO_Peters says:
<Alicia> CTO:  Yeah Fuzz...

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::decides to take a shower.....while in the shower, he allows the hot water massage his sore and tired shoulder muscles::

CEO_Russel says:
#CMO:  Sure.  I'm sorry we have to leave so soon.

CTO_Peters says:
::Shaking her head she can only chuckle to herself.::  Alicia:  Ok hon, its Fuzz.  ::She looks at her sister with a grin on her face.::

FCO_Teasley says:
::steps onto the starbase::

OPS_Mades says:
::the waitress reappears with the coffee, offering Christian a smile, but again he misses it::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Chuckles:: CEO:  But I am sure you would love to get away from my parents about now.  Come on... let's see how far we can get before being caught.  ::Smiles in remembrance::  My brother and sister actually played that as a game when we were younger.

XO_Farrel says:
::She looks back in the direction of the Artemis, considering returning to read the book.  She takes a step back... No...I promised Soral I wouldn't read any more today...  His eerie warning hangs in her mind.  'be wary of reading such things in length on your own.'  She was beginning to believe him, the book had an ominous aura about it that made her stomach sink at the site of it.::

Kalini says:
#::waits near the bottom of the stairs for La'i and Matt::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Smiles slightly.::  CMO:  So, what are you showing me today?

OPS_Mades says:
::breathing in the aromatic steam from the coffee, Christian sips and stares off into space::

CTO_Peters says:
::Reaching into the bag she pulls out a ball.::  Alicia:  How about we go to the holodeck and teach Fuzz how to play fetch?

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::after finishing his long hot shower.....he dresses himself....then he replicates a nice steaming cup of hot green tea::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Heads down the stairs::  CEO:  I thought you might enjoy a picnic at the falls of Railya...  ::pauses as she sees her mother::  Kalini:  Morning mom.

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: A psionic resonator... a weapon of mental warfare... I sometimes wonder how our species survived before Surak.

Kalini says:
#CMO: Good morning La'i, Matt.

CTO_Peters says:
Alicia:  Ok!!!  ::Taking the leash she tries hard not to drag the puppy. As they walk down the hall.::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Follows La'i down the stairs.  Pauses with La'i.  Nods at her mother.::  Kalini:  Ma'am.

Kalini says:
#CMO/CEO: We really need to talk. ::looks at her daughter with concern::

XO_Farrel says:
::Continues her walk, looking at the shops and peoples as she does.  She suddenly feels her skin tingle as she looks through a window and meets the vacant stare of Mades.::

OPS_Mades says:
::takes another sip of his coffee::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#~~~~ Kalini:  Mom, this is our last full day here.  Maybe tonight? ~~~~~

CTO_Peters says:
::Watching her daughter skip down the hall she walks beside Steph.  Passing the restaurants she sees a familiar face, but notices the XO there also decides not to interrupt and continues on.::

Kalini says:
#~~~ CMO: La'i we really need to discuss the wedding. ~~~

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> K'Tor: It is at times difficult to believe.

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::... after leaving his stateroom, he makes his way to the Promenade::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Looks at Matt::  ~~~~ Kalini:  Mom, we are not talking about marriage yet. ~~~~

Kalini says:
#~~~~ CMO: Why not? You are living with him are you not? We just want you to be happy and secure. ~~~~ ::glances at Matt::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Stands next to La'i, the silence making him slightly uncomfortable.::

CSO_KTor says:
&::as the transport touches down, he and Sakorh stand up and go outside::

XO_Farrel says:
::He seemed to be looking right through her as if deep in thought.  She says hello in the Betazoid fashion, projecting a voice out with her mind.  ~~~~ OPS: Hello Christian. ~~~~::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Takes Matt’s hand and starts back down::  ~~~~ We are not living with each other... we have yet to decide that even. ~~~~

CEO_Russel says:
#::Gets dragged down the rest of the stairs and towards the door by La'i.::

OPS_Mades says:
::startled, Christian's eyes focus on Hali.  After another second of blank stare, he smiles and waves::

Kalini says:
#~~~~ CMO: La'i you might not be living together but you are together. ~~~ ::looks at Matt:: And what do you foresee in a future with our daughter?

CTO_Peters says:
::The small group comes upon the holosuites.  After making arrangements Zoë finally puts in the program.  Earth, Highlands of Scotland and the three enter.  Fuzz, dragging Alicia behind him starts running cross the fields.::

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::reaches the Promenade, then he gingerly strolls through the crowd looking for a good place to eat and grab a stout::

XO_Farrel says:
~~~~ OPS: Mind some company? ~~~~ ::sending her voice through the window::

OPS_Mades says:
::waves Hali over, pointing to a seat::

FCO_Teasley says:
::walks into the SB bar::

CSO_KTor says:
&::walks into the temple with Sakorh and looks around at the architecture::

CTO_Peters says:
::Dropping the rest of her purchases she plops down to the ground.  Steph beside her.::

XO_Farrel says:
::Enters the shop and glides to the table, sitting across from him.::  ~~~~ OPS: So, how's your shoreleave been? ~~~~

CEO_Russel says:
#::Tries to sign with his free hand as he speaks.::   Kalini:  A picnic.  ::grins.::

Kalini says:
#::rolls eyes:: ~~~~ CMO: La'i we will discuss this tonight. ~~~~

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::finds what he thinks might serve some good food and a hearty stout......he walks in::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Tries to hide a smile as she let's Matt's hand go::

OPS_Mades says:
::feigning excitement::  XO: Oh, its just been great.  ::starts to play with his coffee cup, looking down at the table::

CTO_Peters says:
<Alicia> ::Squeals with delight as Steph gets up and begins chasing her and the dog.::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Reaches the door and walks outside the house.::

CSO_KTor says:
&::starts reading the ancient inscriptions on the altar to himself::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Looks at her mother::  ~~~~ Kalini:  How many ways can you talk about marriage and how many ways can we say not yet? ~~~~

Kalini says:
#~~~~ CMO: La'i you know we worry about you. You are so far from home and we barely see you. Let me at least have this pleasure. ~~~~ ::frowns a bit::

FCO_Teasley says:
::goes to the jukebox and selects a Tantric song::

XO_Farrel says:
::watching him twist and turn his mug:: OPS: So why so glum?

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Starts to follow Matt::  ~~~~ Kalini:  And if it is not meant to be?  It really is too early just yet to commit ones entire life... isn't it? ~~~~

CEO_Russel says:
#::Waits for La'i, a few meters away from the house.::

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: These inscriptions are unusually well preserved.

Kalini says:
#~~~~ CMO: No La'i it isn't. You have already made some commitment to him and it is obvious you brought him here to see what we thought of him. Your father and I approve and we just want to see you happy. ~~~~

OPS_Mades says:
::chuckles a bit::  XO: Trying to pull one over on you is as useful as, well trying to on any other Betazoid.  ::looks her in the eyes::  Well, I've just been missing my family as of late.

CTO_Peters says:
::Smiles as she watches them play.  Exhaustion seems to suddenly take over her.::

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::finds what seems to be a nice quiet little spot....the waitress walks over....he orders Cornish game hen glazed with a light sweet glaze, along with russet potatoes and baby carrots. Also orders that hearty stout to wash it all down::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Bites her bottom lip::  ~~~~ Kalini:  I came home, to see my family... and I brought a friend to enjoy my homeworld. ~~~~  ::Scoots out the door before anything more is said.::

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> ::reads a few lines:: K'Tor: Yes, especially considering the amount of rainfall in this region... I would have expected them to be almost gone by the time the temple was buried.

Kalini says:
#::watches La'i and Matt walking off wondering why La'i is fighting this so much::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Catches up to Matt::  CEO:  I am sorry Matt... we have a bit of a reprieve... until tonight.  Maybe once we are gone they will let the idea go...

CEO_Russel says:
#::When La'i joins him, he looks lost in thoughts.::

XO_Farrel says:
::Sees a glint of mischief in his eyes::  OPS: Ah ::nodding:: How far away are they?

CSO_KTor says:
&::wanders over to a table where the fragments of the psionic resonator are sitting and starts looking at them::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Notices he didn't quite here her::  CEO:  Matt?

CSO_KTor says:
&::reaches out telepathically and cautiously touches one of the fragments::

OPS_Mades says:
XO: They're back on Earth.  I've never been away from them this long.  It's kind of strange.

CEO_Russel says:
#::Puts his arm around her shoulders as they head off.::  CMO:  You know, I've been thinking about it...

CSO_KTor says:
&::is startled by the magnification of the energy and stops::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Stops::  CEO:  Thinking about what?

CEO_Russel says:
#CMO:  Well...  I'm not sure, but I don't think your mother likes my sense of humor...  ::lets his words trail off, then grins.::

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: It takes some getting used to...it's hard to fathom that great distances that separate us and our loved ones.  Have you had a chance to comm them?

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: Even one of these fragments is quite powerful... I wonder if sometime smaller resonators will be built, to be used for constructive purposes?

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Confused::  CEO:  Doesn't like your sense of humor?

OPS_Mades says:
XO: Well, honestly, this is the first I've thought of it.  Which is making me feel even worse.

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> K'Tor: That is a perfectly reasonable idea, however, imagine what might happen if the technology were to fall into the wrong hands... any of the other telepathic species, who are still bound by their emotions...

CTO_Peters says:
::Finds herself falling asleep.::

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: You should comm them, it helps, but only a little.  It will take time to get used to...  in the meantime you should keep yourself busy, have some fun.

OPS_Mades says:
::thinks back to recent events:: XO: Oh, fun has been going on.  ::smiles widely:: That's for sure.

FCO_Teasley says:
::sees the XO and OPS::XO, OPS: Mind if I join you?

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: Yes... and add to that the fact that today's technology could produce much more powerful versions than were built in ancient times... perhaps someone would destroy a planet with one thought... you are right, it is too dangerous.

CEO_Russel says:
#::stops grinning.  Mutters to himself.::  Apparently, she might be right...   CMO:  Nevermind.  So, where to?

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: I agree, it is better left unknown.

OPS_Mades says:
::looks up at the new voice:: FCO: No, please have a seat.

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Tempted to stomp her foot::  CEO:  Will you stop talking in riddles?  ::Steps away from him, crossing her arms in exasperation::

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::after finishing his dinner and drink.....he begins to walk the Promenade in deep thought thinking about his lost wife::

FCO_Teasley says:
::sits down:: XO, OPS: Enjoying shoreleave?

CEO_Russel says:
#::Sighs.::  CMO:  La'i, I was only trying to relieve the tension...  like with the picnic comment...

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: Oh?  ::Orders a Risan spice coffee as the waitress passes by::

OPS_Mades says:
OPS/FCO:  Well I took in a tango lesson.

XO_Farrel says:
FCO: It's been...interesting to say the least ::Remembering the shower incident:: How’s yours been Joe?

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Shakes her head, not believing him.::  CEO:  Come on then... It is a short hike to the trailhead.

FCO_Teasley says:
XO: Aside from the elephant, pretty good

OPS_Mades says:
FCO: Yeah, what was up with those?

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: Tango?  I thought that was a Ferengi gambling game?

CEO_Russel says:
#::Walks over to La'i.  Offers her his arm.::

FCO_Teasley says:
XO: Tango is an Earth dance

XO_Farrel says:
FCO: what kind of...dance?  

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Takes his arm, saddened by the events of the day, putting a shadow over everything::

OPS_Mades says:
::looking at the FCO:: XO: And a very spicy one at that.

FCO_Teasley says:
::looks at the OPS:: XO: What he said

OPS_Mades says:
::smirks::

XO_Farrel says:
::giggles::  OPS/FCO: That sounds fun...  ::Takes a sip of her spice coffee as it arrives:: 

FCO_Teasley says:
::orders a raktajino::

OPS_Mades says:
XO/FCO:  Perhaps we should have a ship's dance.

CEO_Russel says:
#::Starts off towards the trail, feeling the cloud over La'i's mind.  Wonders whether it is his or her parents' fault.::

FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: The only dancing we've ever done is getting tossed around the bridge

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: That, would be a great idea! ::placing her mug on the table in agreement::

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::as he walks in deep thought, Ewan didn't pay attention to where he was walking and runs to a potted tree near a shop front. He feels embarrassed as he gets up from the floor::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::quietly::  CEO:  Are you ready to go back to the ship?

XO_Farrel says:
FCO: he, he...  we're experts at that...

FCO_Teasley says:
XO: Yes we are

OPS_Mades says:
::spoken with a straight face::  XO/FCO: I was considering installing a seatbelt.

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: If I understand correctly, the inscription on this altar should put the speaker's mind into a state whereby the power of the psionic resonator would be enhanced even further... what was this temple FOR, that it needed such a lot of power?

CEO_Russel says:
#CMO:  I guess...  I'll miss being out in the open though...

FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: You'll have to talk to the captain about that

CEO_Russel says:
#CMO:  What about you?

XO_Farrel says:
::giggling::

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> K'Tor: As I have been told, it is just a normal religious place of worship... but, it may have been something else.

OPS_Mades says:
::after the FCO answers, he busts out laughing::

Host SM_Sergio says:
<Q> ::sitting on top of one of the ruin's pillars:: CSO : I would say that was pretty obvious... You Vulcans and your logic... Bah...

CSO_KTor says:
::looks up startled at the sudden appearance of Q::

FCO_Teasley says:
::looks at the OPS::XO: Was it something I said?

CSO_KTor says:
::dryly:: &Sakorh: Father, this is Q. Q: Q, this is my father, Sakorh, although I assume you already know that.

CMO_Mea`e says:
#CEO:  On one hand, I don't want to go back.  I too will miss the open air and all the little things only found on a planet.  At the same time, mom and dad are getting a bit on my nerves... and well... I don't want them to push you away.

OPS_Mades says:
FCO: It was only a joke.

Host SM_Sergio says:
<Q>@::turns to the CSO's father:: Father : Did you know your.. Son has experienced fear lately?

XO_Farrel says:
::Sips some coffee, watching the two::

CEO_Russel says:
#::looks at her.  Smiles.::  CMO:  It would take a  lot more than marriage-hungry parents to push me away from you.

FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: Well ok

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> Q: I was not aware of this fact. ::turns to K'Tor:: K'Tor: Is this true, son?

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: Yes, father, it is true.

Host SM_Sergio says:
<Q>@ CSO  : .... And do remember Vulcan's never lie.. ::grins::

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::he tries to slip through the crowd like nothing has happened::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Smiles as she looks up::  CEO:  They are just worried... especially when I am so far from home.  And they are not getting any younger.

OPS_Mades says:
::is feeling a bit better at the moment::  XO/FCO: So this last mission, was that more or less normal life on the Artemis?

CSO_KTor says:
&Q: As you must know, seeing as you are omniscient, Vulcans also have emotions, they are simply controlled better than most species'.

CEO_Russel says:
#CMO:  They aren't that old...

Host SM_Sergio says:
<Q>@ CSO : Alas.. You couldn't control yours..... Very well... ::disappears::

FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: I'd say that was about normal

CSO_KTor says:
::blinks looking at the place where Q just was::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Comes to the trail head::  CEO:  Actually, they are.  We three came much later in their lives...  ::Opens the old gate and enters::

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: Hmm...I suppose it is.  We always manage to blow up something...this time it was the warp nacelle.

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Closes the gate behind them::  CEO:  Though my mother is much younger then my father.

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> K'Tor: You did not tell me about this incident. Why not?

OPS_Mades says:
XO/FCO: Wonder what will be next.

CEO_Russel says:
#::Follows La'i.::  CMO:  Ah.

Host CO_McPherson-Quest says:
::he sees a bar and decides to enter and grab a stout or two....he enters and heads for the nearest bar stool::

FCO_Teasley says:
OPS: There was one time that the Artemis was so badly damaged that we got an Intrepid class ship for our next mission and managed to bring that back as a hunk of scrap metal as well

CSO_KTor says:
&Sakorh: I would have, but Starfleet classified it. Had I told you that I experienced an uncontrolled emotion, you would doubtless have asked for more details surrounding the situation. I would have had to tell you about Q, who, at that point, was, as I say, classified.

OPS_Mades says:
FCO: Maybe I should consider a transfer then.  ::smiles::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#::Shrugs and begins the climb::  CEO:  So, perhaps you can see their worry.

XO_Farrel says:
FCO: he, really?  Remember that Miranda-class ship we had for a while?

XO_Farrel says:
OPS: And miss all the fun?

OPS_Mades says:
XO: Never!

FCO_Teasley says:
XO: The words Bloody Nutty buddy incident come to mind

CSO_KTor says:
&<Sakorh> K'Tor: I see. Well, apparently I am inside the circle of knowledge now. I will tell no one else, but I wish to hear of the events leading up to this.

CSO_KTor says:
&::starts describing the mission to Sakorh as we walk around the ruins some more::

CEO_Russel says:
#::Begins the ascent with La'i.::  CMO:  Yes.  And I understand how they feel.  Still, it seems to me they'd almost want you to marry anybody.  They barely know me...

XO_Farrel says:
::giggles to herself, completely lost when it comes to earth slang sometimes::

CMO_Mea`e says:
#CEO:  You forget hon, mom is an empath and dad is a telepath... and they know more then you think they do and more then many do at a first glance.

Host SM_Sergio says:
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