Cast of Characters:
Ethan Knight		        Admiral 					played by     	Jim Koeller
Commanding Officer           Lieutenant Commander James Andrews	played by     	Matt Coe
Chief Engineering Officer   Lieutenant Commander Holly Sparks 	played by   	Pam Bruyere 
Flight Control Officer	        Commander Roznine			played by     	Chris Esterhuyse 
Counselor		        Commander Randi McIntyre		played by   	Trish Yarborough
Operations Officer	        Ensign Brandy Daniels 			played by   	Linda Baus
Chief Science Officer	        Lieutenant Commander Knight-Sky		played by   	Karriaunna Scotti

Absent:
Chief Tactical Officer 	        Commander Ec’Thel’lon			played by   	Steve Weller 

NPC’s:
Starbase Security							played by     	Matt Coe 
Braedon								played by 	Karriaunna Scotti

SUMMARY: 

USS Huron is still at Starbase 71, awaiting new orders from Starfleet Command. In the mean time, however, Captain Andrews has requested the senior staff's presence in the Observation Lounge. Intrigue...

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CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Watching the kittens as she receives the news that she is to report to the OL per the Captain's orders.:: Baby:  I have to go now.  I will let the others know about the kittens.  I am sure they want know their babies have arrived.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@::Goes through the shop like a tornado.:: Staff: Oh, and two sets of the blue ones! Send it to the Huron please, and here's the latinum. ::Waits for the sales people to catch up.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Quickly makes the bed and freshens up, a smile permanently etched on her face now. ::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::In her quarters, she decides to go visit Holly before their meeting in the OL.::  *CEO*:  Holly, are you busy?

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Walks through the station quickly, arriving at Ethan's office and tapping the chime.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@::In the Admirals office, quietly spending what little time they have left with him.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Taking a fresh uniform out of her closet, she changes her clothes.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
*OPS*: Not for the moment, Brandy.  Come on over.

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CSO:  So my dear, what are your plans for the rest of the day?

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@::Exits the shop and makes his way to another further along the promenade, something having caught his eye.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@Adm:  That depends on how things finish with you and the Captain... as well as our orders.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
*CEO*:  Thanks Holly, I'm on my way.  ::Exits her quarters, and walks the corridor to the Chief Engineering Officer's, wondering if she found the present she left her.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  You better get a move on BUD!~~~ ::Grinning as she walks to the living area and out her quarter's door.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Arrives in a short time at the Chief Engineering Officer's door and rings the chime.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Hurries to tidy up the place so that nothing is out of place.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CSO:  Well, to my knowledge, Starfleet has not issued new orders.  So we have some time to spend together today.  ::Smiles.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
*OPS*: Come in, Brandy.

Starbase Security says: 
@::Opens the door to the Admiral's office anteroom.:: CO: Captain Andrews, what can I do for you?

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@~~~CNS: I'll be there in time.  I need to get this book, and there is another place I want to go to get something for Baby.~~~

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@Starbase Security:  I have a meeting with the Admiral; is he in?

Starbase Security says: 
@CO: Yes, he is. I'll page him.  ::Presses a button on his terminal.::  
@*ADM*:  Admiral, Captain Andrews is here to see you, Sir.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@Adm:  Something tells me, those orders are not far off, and Captain Andrews is now here.  So I shall leave you two in peace for the nonce.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Enters and sees the Chief Engineering Officer scrambling to clean her place up.::  CEO:  It's fine, Holly.  ::Grinning.::  How are you doing?  Did you get my gift?  ::Smiles at her.::  And did you and Icky have fun?

Host ADM_Knight says:
@*Starbase Security*:  Ah, right.  Please send him in.

Starbase Security says: 
@*ADM*: Yes, Sir.  ::Indicates to the Captain that he can go in.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Reaching the Turbolift, she orders it to the bridge.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@::Standing, leans down to kiss him.::  Adm:  Call me the moment you have some time.

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CSO:  This shouldn't take too long, Sierra.  When we are finished, I will give you a shout.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@Starbase Security: Thank you.  ::Heads into the office.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Still smiling.:: OPS: Hi there. I was going to call on you later. That gift was fabulous, but it is much to expensive for an Ensign to afford.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@::Walks to the door and nods to her Captain.::  CO:  Sir...

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@::Carefully tucks the book under his arm, and sprints down the promenade to get Baby's gift.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
@::Stands up and gives Sierra a kiss and a hug, before she leaves.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@CSO:  Oh, Commander, good to see you.  ::Smiles warmly.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Actually, I had some credits saved up.  And I got everything on sale.  It really wasn't that much.  I wanted to do something nice for you since you've been taking me under your wings.  It's just nice to feel like I belong.  Are you headed to the Observation Lounge?

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CO:  Ah, James.....thank you for stopping by.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@::Slips out the door.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  It better be a good one.  She is very picky you know!~~~  ::Wonders what in the world he is getting, and decides not to peek, so it will be a surprise.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Nods.::  ADM:  Admiral, I'm very sorry about missing dinner last night.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@~~~CNS: Well, if she doesn't like it, I'll just be in her dog box for a while.~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS:  As for having fun, Icky and I had a wonderful time. I just wish the time wouldn't have gone by so quickly. Well thank you all the same, but you really shouldn't spend your hard earned credits on me. Tell you what, if you need something special to wear, we can share the dress.

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CO:  Not to worry.  I know all too well the life of a Captain.  ::Grins.::  Please, have a seat.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Smiles and sits down.::  ADM: Thank you.  What did you want to talk about?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS:  I wonder why the Captain wants to see us all.  Icky's already left for the lounge, but I'd be happy to walk there with you.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Giggles.::  CEO:  Thank you, Holly.  I hope you like it and I hope it fits.  It looks like you wear the same size as me.  Shall we head to the Observation Lounge?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  Uh huh... and you expect that to happen anytime soon?  She is worse than I am.~~~  ::Giggles as she enters the bridge and walk over to the Observation Lounge.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Chuckles.:: OPS: Let's go.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@::Pauses, considering her next course for the hopefully short meeting.::   ~~~ FCO:  Where about are you, and how is Braedon?~~~

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Giggles as they both spoke at the same time.  Heads out of her quarters and makes her way to a Turbolift.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@::Quickly makes the purchase and hightails to the ship, having to stop by his quarters before going to the Observation Lounge::  ~~~CNS: As if that is possible.~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Talks as they walk.::  OPS:  So did you have fun on your own?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  Hey!  I resemble that remark...~~~

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CO:  Well, I guess the first thing I need to ask you about is this report on a certain shuttle you were on.  ::Raises an eyebrow.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@::Dodges around some Klingons.::  ~~~CSO:  I'm on my way back to the ship, and the little man is with Crystal.  I had to do some shopping.~~~

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Actually, I did.  It was nice to kind of get back to my quarters.  I just spent the afternoon relaxing.  It was very enjoyable. ::Enters the Turbolift and orders it to the Observation Lounge.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@~~~ FCO:  Do you know where Crystal is?~~~

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@~~~CSO: She was on the ship when I left Braedon with her. Did I goof?~~~

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Walks into the Observation Lounge and takes her seat near the front of the table, not sure how the Captain wants his senior staff to sit.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Steps inside.:: OPS: Well we felt bad for leaving you on your own for so long.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Inhales deeply and clearly slightly embarrassedly.:: ADM: I think it can be most easily summed up in my excitement to get back behind the controls of a shuttle overrode three years of experience in Nova Squadron. The bird wasn't space-worthy; the loss of the shuttle was entirely my fault.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
@::Slows down as he dashes past the security staff at the docking port, and heads for a turbolift.::  ~~~CNS: I know you resemble that remark.~~~

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
@~~~ FCO:  Not really.  It is that mother thing... I need to know at all times where he is.  I am kind of paranoid about that, logical or not. ~~~

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CO:  Oh, and since you have a meeting with your staff in a couple of minutes, let's say we talk as we head over there.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Smiles warmly.::  CEO:  Don't feel bad.  I enjoyed the company.  You and Icky deserve some time together.  You seem to enjoy each other's company, and I wanted to finish this book I was reading.  ::The Turbolift stops and the doors open. They head down the hall to the Observation Lounge.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Nods.:: ADM: Ahh yes, I did have a few things I wanted to tell them. ::Stands.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  Roz, are you cruising for a bruising?  If so, I will oblige you once you get here.~~~

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Smiles at Sierra's comment.::  ~~~CSO: Ah, that illogical thing.~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Grabs Brandy's arm and stops her for a moment.:: OPS: Can you keep a secret?

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Making her way back to the ship, she nods to the duty officer as she passes by him.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  Sure I can.  ::Her eyes grow wide in anticipation.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~CNS: Dear, if I can't tease you, my life is without meaning.~~~ ::Reaches his quarters and dumps the purchases on the table, checks his uniform and heads out again, this time for the bridge.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
@::Gets up and heads for the door.::  CO:  I'm sure you had your reasons James, but let's leave the flying to the assigned pilots, shall we?  As hard as it is, you have to remember, you're the Captain now.  But, enough of that.  ::Hands him a padd.::  Here are some things you might want to go over before your meeting.  ::Smiles.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~FCO:  You are forewarned on teasing in that area...~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Leans towards her and whispers into Brandy's ear.::  OPS: He loves me!

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Starts to giggle uncontrollably.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
@*CSO*:  Sierra, we're headed for the Observation Lounge on the Huron.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
*MO*:  Crystal, where are you located?

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~CSO: For fear of being horsewhipped by your husband?  Definitely.~~~

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Nods.::  ADM:  I guess I'll have to save my piloting for the Holodeck.  ::Takes the PADD and reads it.::  Ahh, lovely, thank you.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Her eyes start to water from happiness.::  CEO:  I knew it!  I knew it!  Holly, I'm so happy for you!  ::Gives her a quick hug.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~FCO:  Just remember that is a two-way street.  Any word from Varesh?~~~

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~Adm:  That was not a shout...  I will see you there. ~~~

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS: Thanks, but boy was I surprised.  ::Sees others entering the observation lounge.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
@::Arrives at the airlock.::  CO:  So, how are things going otherwise?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Waves at Holly and Brandy to come and sit by her.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Steps off the Turbolift onto the bridge.::  ~~~CNS: No, I haven't heard from...~~~  ::Continues aloud as he enters the Observation Lounge.::  ... Aaron yet. Did you get any news?

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Heads for her quarters.::  ~~~FCO:  Ethan does not own a horsewhip, though he did have a horse.~~~

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  I wasn't.  I could feel it, and I'm not even Betazoid.  ::Giggles.::  You two make a wonderful couple.  ::Waves to Randi.::  Shall we go sit?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Not a word.  I don't know Aaron that well.  Maybe Ethan has some news about both of them.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS:  Let's.  ::Waves to Randi.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Heads over to Randi and taking a seat next to Randi.::  CNS:  How are you doing, Randi?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS:  Great!  I have some good news for you!  ::Grinning.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Makes his way to his customary spot near the head of the table.::  CNS:  Randi, there had been no word by last night... but you're right, maybe he does have something.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@ADM: Pretty good, all in all.  And yourself?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Takes the empty chair on the other side of the counselor.::  CNS:  Hi, Randi.  I hear congratulations are in order for you and Baby.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Grabs her son as he toddles out the door the moment it opens.  Picks him up.::  Braedon:  Hmmm... we need to do something about your greetings little one.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  Good news?  Shoot!  ::Leans over to listen.::  I'm all ears!

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~CSO: It’s just a metaphor. He'd probably just kick my sorry behind.~~~

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Yes!  It seems the whole ship has heard.  She had 3 girls and 2 boys.

Host ADM_Knight says:
@CO:  Well, no need for me to bore you with the life of a Starbase Admiral.  ::Chuckles.::  Anything else you want to bring up before you enter your meeting?

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  Is that the news!  Wow!  I'm still going to get one, aren't I?

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Smiles in response to Dylan's comment as she cuddles her son.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS/CEO/FCO:  The Admiral wants a girl, and I want a boy.  So that leaves 2 girls and 1 boy.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CNS: Is she alright?  I hear that some animals have a difficult time giving birth.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Blurts out.::  CNS:  Can I have a girl kitten?

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Thanking Crystal, the two of them head toward the observation lounge.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CNS:  I said I'll take the one who adopts me at first sight... otherwise I claim the runt of the litter... if there is one.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  She popped them out like a champ, Holly!  No problem at all, but I had the vet check the kittens soon after the birth.  Clean bill of health!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Giggles at the Flight Control Officer.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Grins at Roz.::  FCO:  Like you, Roz?

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  That is wonderful, Randi!  I can't wait to see them!

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Chuckles.::  CEO:  Exactly my dear... ::Peers closer.::  You're glowing.  Something's up.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS/CEO/FCO:  Why don't we go to my quarters after the meeting, you can then pick out the ones you want?

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::The three of them enter the observation lounge and take their seats.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
@::Taps the airlock control and heads back into his ship, chuckling.::  ADM:  Actually, there is one thing. I had an idea, but I'll need a good deal of materials. One of Andromeda's old engineers knew someone in the Pathfinder project, it seems, and I thought I'd bring a little something of that to the Huron. Well before Voyager returned, Andromeda had a copy of their "Delta Flyer"..

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Knows that she's blushing.::  FCO:  Nothing's up, really.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  I would love to!  I'm sorry I didn't get there sooner.  I just heard the news on the way here.

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Steps onto the ship and heads for the Turbolift.::  CO:  So you're suggesting that the Huron be equipped with something similar?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Uh huh, Holly... did blue boy finally do something?  ::Chuckling.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CNS: I'd love to visit Baby again. It's been a long time. In fact not since just after....::pauses.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Grins to herself at their questions to Holly, but says nothing.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Holly, if you want a kitten, I can give you the boy I was going to keep.  I can get one from her next litter.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Raises an eyebrow.::  CEO: Okay, and you're just blushing for no reason.  ::Smiles at Sierra as she settles at the table.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
CNS:  No reading minds, Randi. That's not fair!

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
ADM: Precisely. For all intents and purposes, it's a streamlined Runabout, just without a unique registry and updated to use modern technology.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Keeping her son occupied, she fills Crystal in on their short jaunt to Vulcan.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Enters the turbolift.::  TL:  Observation Lounge.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Hey!  I did not!  You are broadcasting with your face, Holly!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
Self:  Her face is kind of glowing.  ::Smiles.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Rolls her eyes.::  CNS:  Like that mind of yours isn't always getting you into trouble, right?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Who me?  ::Grinning from ear to ear.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
CO:  I tell you what......you send me some preliminary blueprints before the Huron leaves, and I'll give you my decision.  ::Listens to the hum of the Turbolift.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Leans back in the chair.::  CEO:  You have a very expressive face, Holly.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  So when can the kittens be separated from their mother?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Yeah, and she thinks she can fool her friends as well, Roz!

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS:  The vet says 6 to 8 weeks, depending on their progress.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Leans over and tickles Braedon.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
ADM:  If I had another PADD, I could give them to you right now.  I'll have them sent to you right after this meeting.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Shakes her head at Roz.::  FCO:  C'mon, since when have you ever noticed my expressive face?

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  Sounds wonderful.  I've been preparing a place for her in my bedroom. Is there anything special I'll need for her?

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Hears the lift come to a stop and lets Ethan go first.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
CO:  Excellent.  I look forward to reading them over.  ::Steps out of the Turbolift.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Her eyes smile as her son starts to giggle.  She hands him over to Dylan.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks around the lounge for Icky.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Glances over.::  CEO:  Well, let me see... Risa and on the Bridge, and that other dimension... shall I continue?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS:  Nothing really... I would suggest that when you take her, that you visit us often.  We can take her to the holodeck and train her like Baby is; that is if you would like that.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Takes Braedon and bounces him on his knee.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Follows him down the short corridor.::  ADM:  It's a pilot's dream.  Roz had to mop up some drool when he saw it on the Holodeck.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS:  I like Baby to sleep with me, but she does have her own bed.  And of course, lots of toys.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  I love Baby!  And I would like nothing more than for her to spend some time with her mom.  And it'd be a great way for us to get together as well!

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Curiously listens to the chatter on things she has missed.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
FCO:  Roz, I hope that baby wets all over you.  ::Sticks her tongue out.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Giggles at the picture of Braedon wetting on Roz.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Walks into the lounge.::  ALL:  Sorry to keep you waiting, folks!  ::Goes over to a cabinet and withdraws a teak box, setting it down at the head of the table.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CEO: And I will take it like the man I am. I've had more babies get wet on me than I care to think. Comes from having a large family.

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Chuckles.::  CO:  I'm sure he did!

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
ALL:  Captain and Admiral on deck.  ::Stands.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  Well I'll need to know what they eat and what kind of toys to get her.  ::Laughs at the thought of Baby peeing on the Flight Control Officer.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Stands up.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
All:  As you were.

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Winks over at Randi.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Eyes her husband with humor, wondering if she should stand.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Stays in his seat, being burdened with a baby and all.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Nods and sits back down again.::   ~~~Adm:  And you thought I may have forgotten?~~~  ::Winks back at him.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Takes a seat again.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles at the baby for a moment before turning her attention to the Captain.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Smiles at Ethan.::  ALL:  Ladies and gentlemen, I'd just like to start off by saying you all did a great job on this last mission... and that's why we're here.  ::Opens the box so that only he can see its contents.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
CEO/CNS:  Lieutenant Commander Holly Sparks, Commander Randi McIntyre, could you come up here?

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Yes, Sir... ::Stands and comes to the head of the table, next to the Captain.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Stands and follows Randi to the Captain's position.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Stands to the side of the Captain.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~Adm:  You are one sneaky somebody, Ethan!~~~

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~ADM: Are you being sneaky again?~~~ ::Glances at him over Braedon's head.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
CEO/CNS: For the excellent performance of your duties in service to the USS Huron during our relief mission to Durrava IV, I hereby award you both with the Starfleet Distinguished Service Medal.  ::Removes two medals from the box and affixes one each to their jackets.:: Congratulations.

Host ADM_Knight says:
~~~FCO:  Moi?~~~  ::A grin comes across his face.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Quietly watches the proceedings, her eyes more often than not on Ethan.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
~~~CNS:  Hey, a guy's gotta be able to keep some secrets!~~~

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Thank you, Sir!  ::Stands back, then returns to her seat.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Looks down at the medal for a moment.::  CO:  Thank you, Sir.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
CEO/CNS: You earned it.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Takes Braedon's hands and helps him applaud.::  CEO/CNS:  Congratulations!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Waits for them to return and then whispers to them.::  CEO/CNS:  Congratulations!

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Looks over at Sierra, and then at his son to see him smiling.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
CSO:  Lieutenant Commander Sierra Knight-Sky, would you come to the front, please?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Sits again and sighs.::  FCO:  Thanks, Roz.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Stands and takes the few steps to the Captain..::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~ADM: For sure, moi petit chou.~~~

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Looks over and winks at Dylan.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Chuckles to himself and points out Sierra to Braedon.::  Braedon: There's mommy.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
~~~Adm:  You are getting entirely too good at it Admiral.~~~

Host ADM_Knight says:
~~~CNS:  One could never be too good at it.~~~

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
CSO: You did what I think everyone here thought to be impossible, Commander. For that, I'm proud to award you with the Vulcan Scientific Legion of Honor for developing a formula to synthesize an ultra-rare vaccine for the outbreak on Durrava IV. ::Removes another, different medal from the box and pins it to her jacket.:: Congratulations.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Hearing Dylan just barely keeps from rolling her eyes.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  All right Sierra!  ::Gives her loudest whistle.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Claps her hands.::  CSO:  Congratulations, Commander.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Takes the medal.::  CO:  Thank you, Sir... I had a great team to work with.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Applauds politely.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Helps Braedon applaud again, grinning at Sierra.::  ~~~CSO: I couldn't resist. Congratulations, my sister.~~~

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Smiles.::  CSO:  You're most welcome.

Host ADM_Knight says:
~~~CSO:  How's that for keeping a secret!~~~

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Shaking her head, steps back to take Braedon from Dylan.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
FCO: Commander Dylan Roznine.. front and center!  ::Smirks.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Okay, Sierra, it is my turn.  ::Stretching out her arms for Braedon.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Hands over Braedon.:: CO: Aye, Sir!  ::Walks the few steps from where he is sitting.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Looks at Dylan knowingly as she hands Braedon over to Randi.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Sir, are you sure about this?  After all... Roz isn't anything without me!

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Takes Braedon and begins to hum a Betazoid lullaby.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Laughs.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CNS:  In your dreams.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
Braedon:  That is your Uncle Roz up there, trying to look humble.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Leans over to Brandy.::  OPS:  Those two do this all the time.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Giggles.::  CEO:  I can see that ::winks.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CEO:  Holly!  You know I am telling the truth!  ::Chuckling.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
FCO: Roz, I've said it before and I'll say it again: You're a fantastic pilot. In fact, for your quick thinking in attempting to save several lives, not the least of which was my own, I'm proud to present you with the Starfleet Legion of Honor. ::removes the final medal from the box and pins it on his jacket.:: Congratulations.. and thank you.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Nods at Randi and smiles.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO:  Any time, Captain.  ::Smiles.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Way to go helmsman!  Just don't let it go to your head!  ::Takes Braedon's hands and claps for Roz.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Grins.:: FCO:  Let's hope not, eh?

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
FCO:  Congratulations, Commander.  ::Claps.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Smiles at her friend.::  FCO:  Well done, Roz.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO:  Yeah, I'd rather limit my heart attacks to one a Captain, please.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
FCO:  Agreed.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Returns to his seat.::  All:  Thank you.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
~~~FCO:  Congrats my brother.~~~

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Looks down the table.::  OPS:  Ensign Brandy Daniels... approach the front.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
Adm:  Does this mean the Captain gets the booby award?  Or just new glasses?

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Sits down and gives Sierra's hand a brief squeeze.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Gets up and approaches the Captain at the head of the table.::  CO:  Yes, Sir.

Host ADM_Knight says:
CNS:  I'll leave that up for a ship-wide vote!  ::Grins.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS;  Okay, who did you bribe, Brandy?  ::Beginning to grin.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Giggles at Randi.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Watches as Braedon giggles while Randi is bouncing him on her lap.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  Sierra, this kid is going to be sooooooooooooo spoiled!

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
OPS:  Ensign Daniels, I owe you my life. For your outstanding performance of duties in service to the USS Huron, it gives great pleasure to confer upon you the rank of Lieutenant, Junior Grade, as well as all the privileges and responsibilities that carries.  ::Removes a half-pip from the box and adds it to her collar.:: Congratulations.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  Thank you, Captain!  ::Salutes him.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Applauds.:: OPS: Congratulations, Brandy!

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS;  All right Lieutenant!  Way to go Brandy!

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Returns the salute.:: OPS: You earned it, Lieutenant.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Adds her applaud to the group.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Stands and claps.:: OPS: Drinks on the new Lieutenant!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
ALL:  Thank you.  ::Heads back to her seat smiling.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Laughs.:: OPS: It’s tradition. Newest promoted officer buys everybody drinks.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS:  Yup, tis true, Brandy!

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Giggles.::  CNS/FCO:  Only if I get to pick the drinks!

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Smiles and faces the staff.::  ALL:  It's a pity Ec' couldn't make it, I had something for him too.. ::Shrugs, grinning.::  Well, he misses out, I guess.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO: You could make a production out of it, Captain.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
ALL: In all seriousness, though, I'm proud to have you as my senior staff. I couldn't have asked for a better group.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  That's okay, Captain... Icky is on cloud nine right now; wait till he comes back to the deck.

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Wonders where Icky has gotten to.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  It is my honor, Captain.  ::Smiles at him.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
All:  First of all, I want to say congratulations and that I'm proud of each and every one of you.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
FCO: The thought crossed my mind..

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Standing up, walks over to Ethan and hands him a box.::  CO:  One moment, Sir.

Host ADM_Knight says:
All:  But, there is one person in here that has been overlooked.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the proceedings.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
::Grins at Ethan knowing that there was one more person left.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Grins in anticipation.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
CO:  Lieutenant Commander James Andrews, front and center!

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Turns sharply to face Ethan.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
Adm:  So masterfully done, Sir!

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Takes the box and smiles at Sierra.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Takes the pip out of the box.::  CO:  It is with great pride that I hereby promote you to the rank of Commander, with all the responsibilities thereof.  Of course, that goes without saying!  ::Pins the pip on his collar.::

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
CO:  Congratulations, Sir.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Congratulations, Captain!

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO: Congratulations, Captain. Welcome to the ship of sneaky superior officers, James. Get used to it.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Smiles.::  ADM:  Thank you, Sir.  ::Salutes.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CO:  Congratulations, Captain!

Host ADM_Knight says:
CO:  Congratulations, Captain.  ::Returns the salute.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Claps loudly for the Captain.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Chuckles.::  ALL: Thank you, all. This makes me feel much less odd--no more giving orders to people who outrank me!  ::Grins.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Well heck, Captain, if I had known it bothered you, I could have ordered you around!

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Glances at Randi.::  CNS:  But we technically do.  ::Grins at James.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Laughs.::  CNS:  Oh come on, you're the ship's counselor, you still can!

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Hey, you are right!  ::Laughing.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Think I should get one order in before we leave the Starbase?

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Reaches over to take Braedon, freeing Randi up.::  CNS:  Thank you.

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CNS: We can attempt it.

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CSO:  You are welcome!  Didn't I do good?  ::Wondering why she is taking Braedon back.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
All:  Well, I will leave you all to your meeting.  Once again, congratulations to each and every one of you.  ::Walks over to Sierra.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Sir, my first order... drinks are on you!

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~ADM:  I'll see you when we're back.~~~

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
Adm:  Is this the shout?

Host ADM_Knight says:
~~~FCO:  You haven't gotten orders yet, Dylan.~~~  ::Grins.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
Adm:  Thank you, Admiral.  We will see if we can come up with something to surprise you.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Laughs.::  CNS:  Most newly-promoted officer, isn't it?

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
~~~ADM: Whoops. I thought you had given it to James already. My bad.~~~

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Yes, Sir... you just beat out Brandy for the honor!

Host ADM_Knight says:
CNS:  I doubt that very much, Randi!

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS:  Well how does it feel to have that new pip?  ::Smiles.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
OPS:  Yeah Brandy... the first promotion is the best one.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Grinning.::  CEO:  It's so shiny!  ::Whispers.::  I think I should shine my other one.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CNS:  It's nice.  Thank you.

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Chuckles.::  CSO:  Yes, that would be the shout!  Now, how about I take our son back with me while you have your meeting.  ::Smiles.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO:  You do know I like scotch... the good stuff.

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
CNS:  Well, looks like I have to take my medicine.  ::Smiles.::

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
CO:  Glad to see you are being a man about it, Captain!

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Hands Braedon to his father.::  Adm:  Meeting?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
OPS:  With a little hard work we'll all soon be taking orders from you.  ::Laughs.::

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
::Shows a smile, now that she knows the Captain is buying the drinks.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
FCO:  I have a shipment of a Canadian single malt in, perhaps we should start it to celebrate.

OPS_Ens_Daniels says:
CEO:  It will be a long time for that, I'm afraid, but thank you ::grins.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO:  I knew there was a reason you're my friend!

CNS-Cmdr-McIntyre says:
FCO:  Yeah... and I hope he has some really nice Betazoid fruit juice for me!

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Holds Braedon in his arms.::   Braedon:  Are we proud of mommy?

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Hopes there's Champaign too.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
::Laughs.::  FCO:  Nothing to do with a previously mutual occupation, I'm sure.  ::Smiles.::

Braedon says: 
::Claps and says ma'ma.::

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
CO:  Of course not; that is an added bonus. Speaking of... did you?  ::Indicates Ethan with a tilt of his head.::

Host ADM_Knight says:
Braedon:  That's my boy!  ::Smiles.::

CEO_LtCmdr_Sparks says:
::Wishes Icky were here to join in.::

CO_LtCmdr_Andrews says:
FCO: Yeah, I did, he just wants to see the schematics before he says anything either way.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Slips her hand around Ethan’s.::  Adm:  Unless you wish to join the partiers...

FCO_Cmdr_Roznine says:
::Nods.::  CO:  Good... I'll go drool over it again sometime soon.  I want to see what you've done since I last saw it.

Host ADM_Knight says:
::Whispers.::  CSO:  I'd rather join my wife and son.  But I'll stop by the party later.

CSO_LtCmd_Knight-Sky says:
::Look of humorous horror comes to her eyes.::  ~~~Adm:  You are abandoning me to a party?~~~

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