Host Tim says:
The crew has gathered in the village square as called by the Dublin's CO.  Many Urlathians are gathered there also.

Host Tim says:
<<<Resume Mission: Fitting in>>>

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::stands next to her husband but looking around at the Urlathians, wondering what they are thinking about all this::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::in the village square, awaiting for the others, looking around and wondering why the Urlathians are so curious::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Waits patiently for the captain to begin.::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::walks beside Clair, stifling a yawn, eternally grateful just to be coming into town and not working her hands off::  Clair:  I hope I've been an adequate help?

TO_Gummer says:
::looks at the Captain::

Host IronMike says:
::Looks up at the slim tactical officer named Gummer and wonders why he can't keep the bellows going?::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
FCO:  Is everyone here?  ::looks around to check::

TO_Gummer says:
::moves toward the bellows and keeps them going::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
CO: I believe so Captain.

Bertha says:
::Walks to the village square late of course:: Self: No what do we need to be here for.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
FCO:  Good.  ::smiles a bit::

Host IronMike says:
TO: Hey young fellow... you have to keep pumping that. ::points hammer at the bellows::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Crew:  Attention!

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Her wandering eyes snap to the captain as her body automatically stiffens.::

Host IronMike says:
::Hears the Starfleet Captain sound off and turns around to listen::

Bertha says:
::Looks over at the man:: Self: Thinks he is so high and mighty.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::comes to a stop around the crowd, thinking these are the crew, but a little hard to tell in the clothes.  Comes to attention::

TO_Gummer says:
::keeps pumping while listening::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::is looking at some fresh fruit when she hears the captain holler at his officers::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Crew:  First of all, I'm proud of you all.  You have been working hard, just how I was expecting.  Very well.  ::still walking::

Host IronMike says:
::Puts the hot piece of iron in the water bucket and moves toward the shop doors with hammer in right hand::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::rests his eyes on the CTO::  CTO:  Ms. Harker, front and center!

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::listens to her husband intently but watching the others as they stand around::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::looks up and walks over to see what is going on::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Thinks to self, What did I do now?.::

Host IronMike says:
::Jerks his head toward the TO and then the crowd::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::steps smartly over to the captain.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::realizes the people gazing at them::

Host IronMike says:
TO: Gummer, what's all that about?

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
CO: Ensign Harker, reporting as instructed.

Sue says:
::At the outside vegetable market with her 3 daughters, however, she is momentarily listening what the Captain and his crew are discussing::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Wishing she felt a little less grubby.::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::looks around at the crowd and sees more people are stopping...that aren't Starfleet::

Bertha says:
::Looks over at the woman walking up:: Self: What is going on wit these peoples?

TO_Gummer says:
IronMike: It’s a promotion ceremony.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::smiles at Harker::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  Ensign, due to your outstanding performance on duty, I am pleased to promote you... ::hands her a small black velvet box::.. to Lieutenant Junior Grade.

Host IronMike says:
::Raise bushy eyebrow then wipes the sweat off forehead:: TO: I see; you suppose to be out there?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::smiles::  CTO:  Congratulations, Lieutenant!  ::shakes hands::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Any eye brow goes up as she manages to mumble a "Thank You Sir." and shakes a few hands.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::looks at the CTO and nods::

Bertha says:
::Listens:: Self: Ah she increased in authority. ::Shrugs and begins her shopping again::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::smiles when she hears the words and claps softly::

Host IronMike says:
::gently tosses the hammer from one hand to the other::

TO_Gummer says:
IronMike: I am helping you. So there is no need for me to be there. ::continues pumping::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
CTO:  Keep up the good job.  ::nods::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::She'd be convinced she was an average tac officer, never thought she was good enough to get promoted...::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::moves over to the Ensign, turned Lieutenant and shakes her hand:: CTO:  Yes, very well done and congratulations.

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
CO: Yes Sir, Thank You Sir. ::blinks tears from her eyes.::

Host IronMike says:
::Feels the heat from the coals on his back::

Host IronMike says:
::Turns and takes the iron work out the bucket and places it in the glowing coals::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::walks back to his wife::  FCO:  That's always a gratifying moment.  ::smiles::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Shakes hands all around.::

CTO_Ens_Harker says:
::Smiling numbly.::

Sue says:
::Wonders what all the commotion is about::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::looks around for Clair, to see if she is needed to help her with the shopping::  CO/FCO: So how are you two faring?  And the babies?

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::returns to her shopping smiling::

Host IronMike says:
Gummer: So... that happen often? ::jerks head to the Starfleet group::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
CO: I know you enjoy giving our good news dear.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  Dismiss the crew.  I believe they have more work to do.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
All: Now I wish I had some local monies, I'd buy the first round....

Host IronMike says:
::Looks over shoulder and then realizes just how many fleet personnel there are out there.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::sighs::  FCO:  That I do.  ::smiles::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Keeps trying not to look at the black box in her left hand.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
XO: We'll talk later. I think I need to find Bertha. ::grins::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::'notices' the questioning minds of the locals, wondering why anyone needs a promotion...work is no respecter of person::

Bertha says:
::She purchases some cloth and a few other items she could use::

Sue says:
::Remembering that she needs to get the new horseshoes she asked for, she walks over to the blacksmith area to learn more about the gathering::

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: Not that often I think.

Host IronMike says:
::Head jerks up at what he thought he heard the young newly promoted woman say::

Host IronMike says:
Gummer: Did she just say she'd buy us a round?  Of drinks?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Grinning she looks for Mia to share her joy with a friend.::

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: Yes.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  We're doing well...  the work is hard, but we're harder. ::winks::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
CO:  Yes sir.  Crew gathered:  Okay, Dublinites, thank you for coming.  Dismissed and you can get back to your families.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Thinks to self "Dublinites?"::

Host IronMike says:
Gummer: Well then.. ::puts iron work back into the bucket::: Let's go!

Host IronMike says:
::waves for TO to join him::

Sue says:
::Sees the CTO and walks over to her:: CTO: Good day Miss Harker.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::looking for Jakiel she spies her and walks over to her::  XO: Jakiel shall we continue our shopping.  I need some vegetables and some potatoes.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Grinning bemusedly, she stops when she sees Sue.::

Host IronMike says:
::walks over to Harker and the burly smithy towers over her::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue: Hello sue, having a good day I trust?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
XO:  We'll talk later.  I have to join my wife...  you know...  ::smiles and heads towards Cassie::

TO_Gummer says:
::walks with Mike::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::takes a step closer to Mackie:: CO: I think we should find Bertha. I think she's doing some shopping in the local shops.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::laughs at Mauro's words::  CO:  I'm not so sure about that.  Been awhile since I worked this hard...  ::turns to Clair::  Clair:  Sure.  I'm finished.

Bertha says:
::She walks over to the market area:: Self: Now for some sweet potatoes for the sweet potatoe pie. ::She picks some out::

Host IronMike says:
CTO: Did you just offer to buy the drinks?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::points to the market::  FCO:  There she is.  Let's go.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Mike: If I had local money which unfortunately I don't, mores the pity.

Sue says:
Sue: Yes, I am. I'm in town to shop and to visit the blacksmith. Speaking of which.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::She looks up at him politely without fear.::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::follows dutifully behind Clair::  Self:  Uh oh, grocery shopping.  ::wonders if she'll be asked to help cook::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
:nods at the captain::  XO: Jakiel the best vegetable shop is over here.  ::points to the shop::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue/Mike: Well that was easy. ::She is in general good humor and is only just not smiling broadly.::

Host IronMike says:
::Puts hand on Harker's shoulder:: CTO: No need to worry little lady, your credit is good. ::winks at Gummer and nods::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Clair:  Thank you, Clair.  ::nods and walks::  FCO:  I wonder what job they have for us today.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::walks towards the market with her husband:: CO: Go ahead and catch up with her Mackie. I want to make a brief stop first.

Sue says:
IronMike: Good Day Mike,  are the horseshoes I order ready?

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  Alright.  Ummm, maybe I should warn you...I'm not that knowledgeable about doing meals.  We're kind of used to our replicators.

Bertha says:
::She looks at some wheat that is there. She takes some and adds it to her stock:: Self: Hmm.. anythin’ else I need? ::Looks::

Host IronMike says:
::turns to look at Sue:: Sue: Later today Sue.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Her eyes widen at "Little Lady."::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
FCO:  Aye, love.  ::kisses her briefly and catches up with Bertha::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Slides out from underneath the huge arm.:: Sue: Will you be needing me for anything?

TO_Gummer says:
::walks beside Mike::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::finds the general supply store and steps inside, but not before checking to see if she has enough urlots to make her purchase::

Host IronMike says:
Sue: This littl' lady has just offered to buy drinks.. for all I presume.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::hands Jakiel a piece of red ripe apple::  XO: Jakiel taste this.  It is sweet and juicy

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Bertha:  Good day.  ::smiles and nods, is feeling very well::  Having troubles to choose your stocking?

Host IronMike says:
::tries to guide Harker toward the pub::

Bertha says:
::She takes a few more items and begins to leave. Stopped by hearing the CO:: CO: Naw deary I just finished up here. ::She hands him her heavy bags:: CO: Shall we take these home?

Host IronMike says:
::Smiles at the crowd trying to get the others to join them::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::takes the apple and bites into it, not knowing if it tastes so good because she's starving or if it is real:: Clair:  This is so good!

Sue says:
Mike: Really...I didn't know Miss Harker was in to drinking.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::makes her purchase and scurries out to meet up with Mackie and Bertha::

TO_Gummer says:
::follows needing much alcohol::

Host IronMike says:
Sue: Surely she drinks something!

Host IronMike says:
Sue: And Brule has that new batch of apple cider.

Host IronMike says:
::Looks down at Harker:: CTO: You do like cider don'cha?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::grabs the bags and sees Cassie coming up to them::  Bertha:  Aye.  It is a beautiful day today, don't you think?  ::takes a deep breath and releases the air::  Self:  Aaaahhhh...  this fresh air is invigorating!

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Mike: I really do wish you'd not refer to me a 'little lady'.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: See Jakiel I told you so.  It is from this farmer I buy all my fruit and vegetables.    He also has, I think the best, apple cider.

Sue says:
Mike/CTO: Sorry Mike, but I must deny the offer, and I would appreciate it Miss Harker if you helped me in my shopping.

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: She drinks well.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::notices a group going into the local bar and sees that Harker is one of them::

Host IronMike says:
::Jerks head back:: CTO: Well now.. just what do you want to be called?

Bertha says:
CO: It surely is. A perfect day for pickin’ corn and cleaning out animal stalls. ::Begins to walk::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::looking slightly relieved.:: Sue/Mike: Sure sue, Mike lets take a rain check ok? and my friends call me Paige.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::catches up:: CO/Bertha: Boy you two walk fast. :;tries to catch her breath::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  It sure is better than a replicated look alike.  I'll have to ask the captain if we can purchase a supply of fresh fruit and vegetables.

Host IronMike says:
::face gets long and sad:: CTO: I see.. oh well.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: Bertha is more than a slave driver.  She is a tyrant.  She has little feeling for others here.

Bertha says:
FCO: Have to walk fast in these parts deary. ::Almost reaches their 'little' house::

Host IronMike says:
::stops dead in the middle of the square and looks around::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Mike: Cheer up, Work doesn't last forever.

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: I will buy you a drink.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::walks beside Bertha and frowns at her comment to Cassie::  Bertha:  Why do you say that, Bertha?

Host IronMike says:
Gummer: Well Gummer me boy... looks like it's back to the forge for us. ::nods at Harker:: CTO: So they say.

XO_LtCr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::nods in agreement:: Clair:  Yes, I had noticed she was a bit...abrupt.  ::looks at Clair, smiling::  I do appreciate that I have the good fortune to be staying with you and your family.

Host IronMike says:
::Looks at Gummer:: TO: Well said lad.. to the pub then.

Bertha says:
CO/FCO: Why so you can get things done. There aren't much hours in the day ya know. ::She reaches the house::

Sue says:
CTO: I will need help in carrying the vegetables and the clothing materials.

TO_Gummer says:
:: moves to the pub::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Bertha: So what's on the menu for dinner tonight? ::trying to change the subject::

Host IronMike says:
::Places large hand on Gummer's shoulder and puts the hammer in his belt::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue: Sure no problem. ::Wishing she could go to the pub too.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::raises both eyebrows and slightly shakes head::

Bertha says:
FCO: Well lets see.. some beef, sweet potatoe pie, a nice fresh salad, some corn, rolls, and for desert apple pie. ::Walks into the house::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue: Who is that blacksmith fellow? ::Her Earth British accent clipping the words slightly.::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Bertha/FCO:  Sounds delicious...

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Walks with Sue.::

TO_Gummer says:
::enters the pub with mike::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
:;follows Bertha inside and smiles at Mackie:: Bertha: That does sound delicious.

Host IronMike says:
::Lets his eye adjust from the outside light and smiles at Brule::

Bertha says:
CO: Well wit 8 chillin and a husband and you four we need to have a fancy meal. ::points to the counter:: CO: Set them there please.

Sue says:
CTO: That is Iron Mike, one of the best blacksmiths in the village, however, he has a tendency to be at the pub more than at work.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::walks in the house and spots Nanny Grace holding Summer on he arms::  Nanny:  Is everything okay, Mrs. Grace?

Host IronMike says:
Brule: Two of your coldest ciders. :: points to a table for him and Gummer::

Bertha says:
<Mary>::Runs to Bertha:: Bertha: Mommy Megan hit me!!

Host IronMike says:
TO: Sit lad sit.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: Jakiel, I want to ask you something.  How do you people eat food if you don't have gardens and slaughter houses?

TO_Gummer says:
:: sits and relaxes::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Fights a grin.:: Sue: Ah no wonder he looked so crushed when we had to move on.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::puts down her package and walks over to Nanny:: Nanny, have the children been giving you any trouble?

Bertha says:
Mary: Now I would hope not on purpose deary. Is everyone doin' their work?

Host IronMike says:
<Brule>Mike: Comin' up Mike.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
<Nanny>CO: Everything is just fine Mr. MacLeod. No need to fret about the children.

Host IronMike says:
Brule: An a plate of the pickled feet too. ::smiles at Gummer:: TO: You'll love these.

Bertha says:
<Mary>Bertha: Yes’um mommy. The milkin’ is almost done. Cragi, Chris, and Cameron keep throwing the corn at each other.

Bertha says:
Mary: When will your brothers learn! Tell um that they better have dat clean before I go out there.

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: Can't wait.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  Replicators have a menu that we can choose from and the computer builds the food to look and taste like the real thing.  ::pauses, and raises an eyebrow::  But I can tell you, it's off a bit.  ::holds up the apple and says just before another bite::  Nothing beats this.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::places the bags onto the wooden table and listens to little Mary's report::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
<Heather> ::comes quickly holding a huge plate with a whole apple pie on it::  Mom:  Look at what Elder Ana gave us.  Isn't it delicious?

Host IronMike says:
::Brule brings a pitcher of cold cider and two glasses::

Sue says:
::Walks over to the tailor:: Mr. Harperson:  I would like to purchase some satin please.

Bertha says:
<Mary> ::Grins:: Bertha: Ok Mommy! ::runs out::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
<Nanny>::smiles at Cassie:: FCO: No trouble at all ma'am. Now you just go and help Miss Bertha with the chores and let me handle the babies.

Bertha says:
CO: Chillin. My quads are the best I have. Of course they are only 5 but they sure keep things in line.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Lets Sue take point, Paige just hangs back, observing.::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::looks longingly at the apple pie::

Host IronMike says:
::pours the cider::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::smiles::  Bertha:  Aye, I can see that.  ::helps unpacking the groceries::  Bertha:  Do you need anything else?

Host IronMike says:
<Brule>::brings a plate of pickled pigs feet::

Sue says:
<Harperson> Sue: Yes, Sue...Anything else, we just got a new shipment of silk.

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>::Walks in. She is the eldest of the 8 children, she is 12:: Bertha: Mom I have them cleaning up now. ::Looks at the CO and smiles, she blushes::

TO_Gummer says:
:: awaits a glass::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::sees her oldest daughter holding the apple pie and takes out a butter knife and cuts Jakiel a piece::  XO: Jakiel here enjoy.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::fights the urge to shift her feet back and forth, never had much patience with shopping matters.::

Host IronMike says:
::picks up his glass and holds it up toward Gummer:: TO: To you and the fine work you've been doin'.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::She slips her new pips into her pocket, carefully, to free up hands for carrying.::

Bertha says:
CO: Well do ya know how to chop wood? ::Looks at Mary-Ellen::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::smiles back and shakes head, mumbling::  Self:  Kids....

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::catches Mary-Ellen's look at Mackie and smiles::

TO_Gummer says:
::raises his glass:

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>Bertha: I can go with him mom. To make sure that he does it right.

Host IronMike says:
::takes a large gulp of the cider::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::takes the piece of pie and bites into it::  Clair/Heather:  Mmmm, this is wonderful...you'll have to show me how to make this!

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::glances at Cassie then at Bertha::  Bertha:  You bet I do.

Sue says:
Harperson: No that will be all. CTO: Could you carry this please, I would be most appreciated.

TO_Gummer says:
::takes a gulp also::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
Heather: Take it home and tell your father to put it on the kitchen table and lay a cloth over it till supper.

Bertha says:
::Glares at Mary-Ellen:: CO: Good. Go outside and get Cameron. He will help ya and show ya wheres to go.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
<Heather> Mom:  Yes mother.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue: No problem, I used to to this for my mom all the time. ::She gathers up the package.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::winks at Mackie:: CO: Oh take the girl with you.

Host IronMike says:
::takes a foot and pushes the plate toward Gummer:: Gummer: Help yourself. ::starts eating::

Bertha says:
Mary-Ellen: You can go with him and pick some berries.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::gets closer to Cassie and whispers::  FCO:  Jealous, sweetie?  ::smiles::

TO_Gummer says:
:: eats a foot::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::watches Jakiel eat the slice of pie and her expression shows her feelings::

Bertha says:
FCO: And you pretty girl could help do some milkin’.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::leans down to Nanny: :Nanny: I think Mary-Ellen has a crush on our Captain. ::giggles::

Host IronMike says:
::wipes some pickle juice from his chin with his arm::

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: They are good.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
<Nanny>::just sits there with Summer and smiles::

Host IronMike says:
::Nods:: Gummer: Aye they are... Brule does them right.

Sue says:
::She now goes over to the vegetable market, again. And has her daughters, Marie, Anne, & Leigh, carry the produce:: CTO: We're ready to go home now!

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
CO: You wish dear. Now get out there and chop wood.

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>CO: Well lets go!! ::She grabs the CO and goes out the back way:: CO: We don't need anyone’s help. Let’s go get the wood.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue: Great, what do we do then?

Host IronMike says:
::takes another large gulp and then burps::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Bertha: Milking? Well I'm willing to give it a shot. The barn right?

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::is dragged by the young Mary-Ellen::  FCO:  I'm gone!  ::disappears::

TO_Gummer says:
:: chugs his glass and lets out a burp::

Sue says:
CTO: Well, you can help the children make dinner, while I work on their new clothes.

Bertha says:
FCO: Yup! Go out and Melody will be out there. You can help her.

Host IronMike says:
::pours Gummer another glass of cider and tops off his own::

Host IronMike says:
::takes another pig's foot::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Looks embarrassed.:: Sue: Um I have a confession to make...I'm not much of a cook.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::follows Mary-Ellen to the chopping wood "coordinates"::

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>::She walks with an axe in her hand. They finally reach a patch of trees:: CO: This is the best spot.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::waves to Nanny and Bertha and heads out the door and walks to the barn:: Melody: Oh Melody, are you around?

TO_Gummer says:
:: eats a foot and takes a gulp out of his drink::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::looks at Jakiel as she is in total heaven with the piece of pie::

Bertha says:
<Melody>::Looks around:: FCO: Umm yes?

Sue says:
::Looks at Miss Harker:: That's okay, you can help cut and peel the vegetables...besides there is always room to learn something new.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::wipes her chin off::  Clair: Excellent...just don't get something like this on the ship.

Bertha says:
::Begins to make dinner with Marcy and Megan's help::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Sue: Certainly. ::She smiles while inside she’s praying she doesn't burn the house down.::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::smiles at the young girl:: Melody: Hi there. Your mother asked me to  help with the milking. Can you show me how?

Bertha says:
<Melody>::Looks at her and says shyly:: FCO: Umm.. sure.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Mary-Ellen:  Good... give me the axe.  ::finds the best spot to work::

Host IronMike says:
::Looks up as Bishop Kahn enters the pub::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: Elder Ana makes the best apple pies in the county.  Why don't you take a few when yu get ready to leave?

TO_Gummer says:
:: finishes his drink and eats a few more feet::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Tries to remember where exactly the well is located in relation to the kitchen.::

Host Bishop Kahn says:
::walks over to Mike's table and addresses the TO::

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>::Hands the CO the axe after she touches his hand. She blushes::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair: I definitely will.  So, what's for supper tonight?

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::wonders how her husband is doing with his wood chopping::

Host Bishop Kahn says:
TO: Son, can you deliver a message to your Captain for me?

TO_Gummer says:
Kahn: Yes Sir.

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: Are you sure you want to do this? You can just watch... ::Starts to milk::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::with that her oldest son Jacob runs up panting:: <Jacob> Mom:  The mare is going into labor.  The Foal is sure to come soon.  Please, dad needs your help with her.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::again smiles at the charming young lady, shake head again and begins chopping some wood::

Sue says:
::At the house, Sue goes into the laundry room while the kids go to the kitchen::

TO_Gummer says:
::takes another swig of cider::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Melody: Oh please I would love to try. By the way did you know that my middle name is Melody?

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  I should be able to help with that.  I've birthed quite a few babies.

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
TO: Please extend to him and his crew an invitation to our quarterly dance.  Two days from now in the square.

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: Really!?! ::Her face brightens:: FCO: It is a pretty name!

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Gets pulled by the hands into the kitchen where one of the girls gleefully tells her its usually her job to peel and without malice gives Paige a peeler and bucket of veggies.::

TO_Gummer says:
Kahn: Yes Sir.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::Clair’s face does not change:: Jacob: Ok now calm down son.  Go home and tell your father that we are coming and that he is not to upset the mare.  You know how she frightens easily.

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: If you will excuse me for a few minutes.

Saul says:
::Walks into the kitchen:: CTO: Do you know what is for supper?

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
TO: Thank you... we'll be providing the food and beverages of course.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Thinks to self "Oh yeah I can see where this will really help diplomatic relations....I could of been at the pub..."::

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
::Looks down at Mike and shudders::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Melody: Well my mother said that when I was born I was singing. I don't think I really was, but that's why she named me Melody.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: Thank you Jakiel I am sure my husband will appreciate that.  Lets finish here and head for home.  ::laughing::  I guess tonight’s meal is pot luck.

TO_Gummer says:
Kahn: Of course, We enjoy your hospitality.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::It’s hard to be too upset though, the children chatting as they gets things around, feels rather homey.::

Host IronMike says:
Looks back at the Bishop with what could be considered a sneer::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::bends down:: Melody: It is a pretty name and you are a very pretty young woman.

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
::Nods at Gummer and leaves in a huff::

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: Really? ::Smiles::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::works hard chopping wood, wonders what and how his wife is doing::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  Good.  It should be an interesting change from my usual duties.

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>CO: You are strong.

Host IronMike says:
::Shakes head and finishes his drink::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Melody: Ok, now show me how to do this.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::Jacob takes off for the house as Clair's other five children, 2 girls and 3 boys come running to help their mother carry the baskets::

Saul says:
::Seeing that Miss Harker is in a serious thinking mood, he grabs an onion and starts peeling::

Host IronMike says:
Gummer: Why don't you finish your snack here and then find your Captain. I'll meet you back at the forge later. ::stands::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: Hello Saul, thought you'd be outside.

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: Well let me show you. It is easier that way. ::She begins to milk::

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: Will do.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::chops::  Mary-Ellen:  Oh, that's because I work out a bit, when I have some time... ::chops again::  Unfortunately, this time is becoming shorter and shorter.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::Eyes water bit at the onions.::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
:: they are walking up the short hill and soon Clair's house is seen not to far away in the distance::

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>CO: That's a shame..

Saul says:
CTO: Well I got my chores done early, and the boys can take care of the rest. ::Chops the onion to peel it faster::

Host IronMike says:
::Thinks:: Gummer: Try Bertha's place. ::points down the road.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::reaches for a nearby hale bale and sits to watch::

TO_Gummer says:
Mike: Thanks.

TO_Gummer says:
::moves in the direction of his Captain after finishing his share of drink and feet::

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
Mary-Ellen:  Aye, that is...  ::finishes his first job::

Host IronMike says:
::Waves at Brule:: Brule: Thanks lad.. put it on my tab.

Bertha says:
<Melody>::Finishes:: FCO: Would you like to try now?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::tries to duplicate what Saul is doing with the onions.::

Host IronMike says:
<Brule>Mike: Of course Mike.

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>CO: Maybe you will have time here..

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::nods:: Melody: Sure.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::keeping up with the kids and mom, is glad to see they are back home::  Clair:  I hope the mare is still okay.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: Jakiel see. ::points to a large cottage with a beautiful garden in front and a large area of grass and pasture out behind it with several horses milling around and next to that another pasture for their cows::

Bertha says:
<Melody>::Moves out of the way:: FCO: Ok..

Host IronMike says:
::saunters out of pub and across the square::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: Don't know if I thanked you properly for giving mia and I a place to stay. Your hospitality has been very kind.

TO_Gummer says:
:: arrives at the house and knocks on the door::

Bertha says:
::Hears the door and goes to answer it:: TO: What do ya want?

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  It's a beautiful place.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::giggles as he cuts the big wood into several smaller pieces::  Mary-Ellen:  What I am doing now is a great work out.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO: She will be alright Jakiel.  She is birthing her 4th foal.  She only had one problem last time so we watch her.  Her foals are the best in the county.  Despite what Bertha says.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::takes Melody's stool and sits, her hands grabbing the cow's teats:: Melody: Like this? ::pulls one then the other::

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>CO: That's good!

TO_Gummer says:
Bertha: Evening Ma'am, Is Captain MacLeod here?

Host IronMike says:
::belches again and wipes his mouth with a large bandana.::

Bertha says:
TO: He is out doin work. What do ya need?

Saul says:
CTO: Not a problem at all, and I want to thank you for showing us your culture, though I do want to know more about that Speakspeere.

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: You are doing it great! ::smiles::

Host IronMike says:
::Enters the shop and starts pumping the bellows::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  I used to have a horse while I was growing up.  Black stallion.  Beautiful feathers on the fetlocks.

TO_Gummer says:
Bertha: I need to speak to him.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::watches the milk as it squirts into the bucket::

Bertha says:
TO: It is important? He is far out and I have no time to bring ya to him.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::her youngest daughter comes out of the house and jumps in her mothers arms::  <Martha> Mom:  Mommy you are home at last.  ::kisses her mother all over the face::

TO_Gummer says:
Bertha: Yes ma'am. A message from the bishop.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
Melody: How many more cows are there to milk? ::continues pulling::

Bertha says:
TO: Hand it here and I'll give it to 'im when he gets back. 'Less you wanna wait for 'im in here?

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: I'm glad we can pay you back in some fashion. And if'd you like I've got a book of his work I could loan you.

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: Just 3 more.

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
::again wishes very much that she had been pregnant and feels frustrated she can't even try for who knows how long::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: He was an excellent playwright who understood the human condition very well...even if he was a bit full of melodrama..

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::smiles: :Melody: Bring them on! This is fun.

TO_Gummer says:
Bertha: I'd prefer to give it to him in person.

Bertha says:
<Melody>::Smiles brightly:: FCO: Good! ::Moves to the next one:: FCO: This is Bessie. She is very nice.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: I've got the book in my room. I can get it later.

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>CO: How is it coming? ::smiles::

Host IronMike says:
::Watches the coals begin to glow and thinks of the old argument he has with Kahn::

Bertha says:
TO: Fine then come on in here and wait! ::Walks back inside::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair:  You're very lucky.

TO_Gummer says:
::walks inside::

Saul says:
CTO: That would be wonderful, I've ran out of books to read to the little ones.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::pats Bessie's side:: Bessie: Nice Bessie. You're a lovely cow.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::gathers the wood::  Mary-Ellen:  I think that is it.  Can you return it to its place?  ::hand her the axe::

Host IronMike says:
::realizes how hard his been pumping the bellows and slows down::

Clair_McLaughlin says:
XO:  Really Jakiel, You will see most of our herd.  They are getting ready to break the chosen ones for sale.  We have several beautiful stallions one of which we refuse to sell.  I will show them to you later.

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
::The idea of a book limit is surprising to her.::

Bertha says:
<Mary-Ellen>::Takes the axe:: CO: Now you need to carry it back to the house.

Bertha says:
<Bessie>::Makes a mooing sound::

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::moves her stool and places a new bucket under Bessie's udder:: Bessie: Ok, now here we go. ::blows on her hands to make sure they're warm and begins to gently milk her::

XO_LtCmdr_Jakiel_OMallory says:
Clair: I would love to see them.  I do miss mine.  Can you believe they wouldn't let me bring him aboard?  ::smiles at Clair::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: you only have so many books? If you'd like I can pass a request to my Captain, see if we can get a few from some here ::While thinking to self "I wonder if they'd like to start a library"::

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: You are very good.

Host CO_Capt_MacLeod says:
::makes some piles and raises it, walking back to the house::  Mary-Ellen:  Let's go.

Bertha says:
::Begins to cook again:: TO: He should be back soon.

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
::Once in his office makes a call to Adamus::

TO_Gummer says:
Bertha: Thank you ma'am.

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
Adamus: It's done.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
Tobias:  Here take the packages into the house and you and Ester put them where they go.  Ask Michael to draw the water for the mare and heat it up on the hearth.

Host Bishop_Kahn says:
::listens and nods:: Adamus: Of course.

Saul says:
CTO: Oh thank you, I would be every so grateful...you see I've read almost ever book in this town except for the few Bertha has.

Clair_McLaughlin says:
::Michael nods and quickly does as he is told. Tobias and Ester take the packages from their mother and do as they are told::

CTO_LtJg_Harker says:
Saul: I'll do what I can.

FCO_Cmdr_Adams-MacLeod says:
::stands up and stretches her back:: Melody: Ok, Bessie's done. ::pats the cow's side:: Bessie: Well done girl.

Bertha says:
<Melody>FCO: Let’s go bring it to the house!

Host Tim says:
<<<Pause Mission>>>

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