Host SMDave says:
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CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Paces around in the brig.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::in his quarters, running in circles over a small stain on his dress whites:: Self: Keely would know what to do! What is it? Seltzer water? Or grape juice?
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::looks around for his fancy socks in his quarters::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Walks into her quarters and goes over to get her dress uniform out.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::leaves his quarters, primped and pampered, the relative documents he needs in a padd tucked under his arm::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::replicates seltzer water, and attempts to remove the stain::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
<Security Officer>::Drops brig forcefield and hands Renor his dress uniform.:: CNS: You have 15 minutes to get ready before we need to escort you to the services.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The CEO's uniform repels the water and the stain is still there
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
:: Lays out her dress uniform and looks it over.  Nope no stains and pressed. ::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::tugs down the tails of his uniform and steps in to the turbolift at the end of the corridor::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
Self: $%&^%$
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::found his socks, now has to find his shiny shoes::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Begins to get dressed.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Takes off her duty uniform and lays it on the bed and then proceeds to put on her dress uniform.   Walking over to the mirror to make sure she looks sufficient. ::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::gives up and considers the alternative::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Buttons the last couple of buttons and walks over to the dresser.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::runs his fingers through his hair, a nervous affectation he'd had most of his adult life::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
::Glad he has a fresh laundered uniform, Smiles at the mirror and "sucks it in":: Self: Damn! ::Lets out breath and returns to his normal shape:: Self: Double Damn!!
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Brushes her hair and makes sure all is in place.  Straightening her uniform she walks over to a chair and puts on her shoes. ::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::found his shiny shoes, now just needs to find his fancy pants::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Finishes getting dressed and notices his uniform is looser than normal.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::gives it up, replicates a whitish substance and attempts to cover the stain with it::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::rides down to Deck Five and steps out of the lift on the other end, approaching the lounge toward the bow of the ship and nodding approvingly at the honor guard at the door::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The substance the CEO replicates turns out to be too acidic and ends up making a hole in his uniform.  The stain is gone, though.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
Self: Oh hell no!
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
:: quickly replicates a new set of dress whites::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
:: Pulls on the uniform and can't quite figure out what is wrong, but knows there is no time to find a tailor.  Especially in the brig. ::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Stands up from the chair and proceeds to exit her quarters.::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::now fully fancifully dressed, heads out of his quarters to the lounge::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::dresses hurriedly and departs for the lounge::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: the CEO's newly replicated uniform turns out to be too small by two sizes
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::walks in to the room, passing through the rows of chairs and tables toward the back of the room with pitchers of water and snacks. Flowers helped decorate the place, as well as a rolling slideshow of the lost hovering in the air in front of the lectern::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Walks down the corridor to the TL.  Walks into the TL as the doors open.::  TL: Deck 5.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
Self: It wil have to do.....not enough time to go back. ::red faced with embarrassment::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Having made her way to the service she stands in the far back.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::can barely breathe in his uniform::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::watches the slideshow for a few moments before noticing his sister standing at the back::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
<Security Officer>: Okay ensign its time to get going.  ::Turns off the forcefield again and motions to the door.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::The TL stops at Deck 5 as the doors open she walks out.   Walking down the corridor to the lounge.::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::arrives at the lounge, pours himself a glass of water and takes a seat::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::enters the lounge and takes his place, hoping no one will notice::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Looks around for Eos, hoping after convincing her to come, she herself had not opted out.::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Exits the brig with two nice security officers following close behind.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
::Puts on his uniform and makes sure that all fits properly while debating the addition of a kerchief in his clans Tartan::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::nods at Hayward, approving of the close cut of the uniform, too many officers preferring their uniforms loose. It always looked sloppy to Day::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Crossing her arms, drums her fingers on her arm.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Enters the lounge looking around to see that several of the crew has already arrived.  Spotting a chair off to the side she makes her way over and sits down.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
:: Realizes the time and darts out and down the corridor to catch the TL to deck 5::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Enters the TL with the security team.::  <Security officer>: TL:  Deck 5.
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Arrives on deck 5 and walks to the lounge.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::crosses her legs and folds her hands in her lap waiting for the service to start.::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Enters the Lounge with his escorts close behind.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::lowers his head and prays...for what only he knows::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Looks around for Jamie::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::frowns when Renor walks in and gestures to the security officers to stash him near the back of the room::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Is positioned in the back of the room with some kind help from the screws escorting him.::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Hearing some commotion, turns to see the counselor.  It was the first time she had seen him since he had lost it over the decapitated head.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::watches as the counselor is shuffled to the back of the room with his escorts.::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Finally spying Jamey at the table drinking water, she tries to read his face.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
:: Sees his newest drinking buddy and joins him. Figuring a brawl is less likely this time.::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::nods a greeting to the TO as he sits down::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Noting the broody expression and still no sister, she was not sure what to make of things.::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Moves over to the counselor.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::sees the group start to mill impatiently in their seats and walks behind the lectern, staring out at the assemblage before nodding at a crewman who puts the hypersonic whistle to his lips and blows out a mournful requiem, calling the ceremony to order::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::stands::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
:: Grins at the CAG::  CAG: Nice party, it's attracted all the finest people.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Nods to the counselor.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Stands as the Captain walks in front.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The CEO hears something tear as he stands.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::horrified, remains perfectly still::
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Nods back to the CSO not trying to push his luck with the security officers behind him.::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::mutters to the TO as he stands:: TO: ... in all their finest clothes.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Eyes the security officers and then ignores them.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
::Sotto Voce:: CAG: Nice!
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::activates the pencil-thin microphone that amplifies his voice through the room:: All: Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for coming to this Commemoration Service, where we remember these most recent events.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Under her breath::  CNS: How are you doing?
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The nearest security guard politely shushes the CSO and adds that no one is to speak to the prisoner.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Raises a brow:: Security: Have I become a prisoner?
CNS_ENS_Renor says:
::Looks down at the floor and sakes his head indifferently.::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::sits back  down as the Captain is talking.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The Security guard motions to the CSO that the CO is speaking
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
All: I know that, standing where we are now, it's difficult to feel that it was worth it. ::pauses, knowing he certainly felt it and others did as well:: I know that at times like these, all we want is to know why. We want to know what it was for. Why these men and women paid the ultimate price. ::waves his hand above the hovering holograms::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Her voice low and focuses so only the guard can hear.:: Security: Then I would suggest you listen and ignore other people’s conversations.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The guard just glares at the CSO
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Returns the glare, then turns away to search the room again.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::continues after a long few heartbeats as the dead are remembered:: All: The only answer I have to offer you is the silence in these corridors. The lack of red lights pulsing for hours on end. The letters we sent home. The beds we slept in and the beds our families slept in, safe and secure. That was the price.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: After a moment, turns to the counselor, nods and then makes her way out the door.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
All: Most of you remember what it was like, being attacked out of the blue by rogue soldiers who bore a grudge against the Federation. Despite the losses, despite the harsh words on both sides, we don't have that now. Now we can remember our comrades in peace. And I ask that you do that now. Look at these faces. Read these names and remember them.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: With long strides, walks angrily from the area.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
:: Remembers that this is the reason he prefers a wake to a funeral, more of a celebration than an occasion to feel loss.::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::hears the doors swoosh open and looks to see who the late arrival is only to see a departure::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::takes a deep breath and continues:: All: The thing about major events in our lives like this is that we can't afford - ever - to fixate on the negatives. It blinds us to the lessons we learned. And it dishonors the sacrifice our comrades made so that *we* could continue to leave. We remember the losses, and we remember the victories.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Makes her way to the arboretum, and from there to the back of the room and the small glass window.::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Sits down on the floor, folding herself into a protective stance.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
All: In recognition of these most recent events, I would like the following people to step forward. ::lifts his chin:: Lieutenant Commander T'Shara. Ensign Frederick McMannus. Lieutenant Senn Eris. Lieutenant Commander Milwood Hayward. Lieutenant Jameson Sirk. ::goes on to list a few more names::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::hesitantly, and very carefully moves forward::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::waggles his eyebrows at the Ensign as he gets up and heads to the front::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::stands and walks forward watching the CEO walk rather odd.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
::rises and moves forward::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::thinks the stain would have been better::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Bows her head onto her knees.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::frowns as he doesn't see his sister but goes on, endeavoring to remove the irritation from his voice:: All: These men and women, along with many of their peers, exemplify our commitment to the oaths we took before we put on these uniforms.
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::reaches under the lectern and retrieves a box, stepping forward to stand in front of the assembled men and women:: Officers: Attention!
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::comes to attention::
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::puts his hands to his side, at attention::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Stands at attention hands behind her back.::
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Feeling dampness upon her face, angrily dashes it away.::
TO_Ens_McMannus says:
::Has been at attention ever since he stepped forward::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::opens the box and retrieves a set of small silver gems and walks down the line, pinning them on and talking:: All: It is with sincere pleasure that I inform you that Starfleet Command has approved your awarding of the Starfleet Distinguished Service Medal. Your efforts during the Skree mission represent the finest Starfleet officers aspire to.
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::steps back and smiles:: Officers: Congratulations.
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::surprised, but doesn't show it::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::looks to the end of the line:: CEO: Lieutenant Commander Hayward. Please step forward. ::reaches behind the lectern to retrieve something::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::steps forward::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: A Starfleet Admiral quietly joins the assemblage.
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
CEO: Commander Hayward, it is with my sincere pleasure that I award you a Captain's Letter of Commendation for Outstanding Performance of Duties Under Extreme Conditions. I can't begin to thank you enough for keeping us in a small number of pieces, facing what we did.
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
CEO: I hope receiving it from a mere Brevet Captain doesn't ruin it for you. ::smiles::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::smiles:: CO: Not in the least. It's been an honor
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::shakes Woody’s hand and looks to the other end of the line:: CAG: Lieutenant Sirk. Please step forward.
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::stretches his shoulders back and steps up::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::steps back a bit::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::reaches behind the lectern and removes another small box, retrieving a pip from it and steps up in front of Sirk:: CAG: It is not often that the member of one service is given the opportunity of awarding a member of another. Fortunately for me, this is one of those days.
CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::enters the lounge just as she hears Jamie's name being called, and takes a spot at the nearest corner... guard and all nearby::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
CAG: With approval from Starfleet Starfighter Command, I hereby promote you to the rank of Major. ::pins it on and offers his hand:: Congratulations, Major Sirk.
CAG_Lt_Sirk says:
::accepts the man's hand for a shake::
CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::she smiles and claps with everyone else, however a great deal of sadness... fully aware that only part of it is her own::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::voice low:: All: You can return to your seats. Congratulations to all of you. You earned it. ::walks back to the lectern::
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::walks back over to her seat and sits down.::
CEO_LtCmdr_Hayward says:
::returns to his seat::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
::Continues standing near the back as the rest sit::
CAG_Maj_Sirk says:
::heads back to his seat and spots Eos standing in the back, keeps his head down::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
Daylan: Not so fast, Commander...
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::stands behind the lectern again and clears his throat before speaking:: All: It is my hope that when you leave this room, you don't only take from here the memories of our friends and loved ones... ::stops talking, noticing the man at the back:: Adm: Sir, my apologies.
CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::has the feeling she was just ignored. Or rather... she's been ignored for three days now::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
::walks up to the lectern::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::steps aside::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
Daylan: No, Commander, I apologies for having to steal the limelight here.
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::gestures that it was no problem at all::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
All: I am Admiral Coleman, commanding officer of this Starbase you orbit.  If you'll allow, I need to interrupt your proceedings.
CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::takes a step back and hopes she is truly blending with the background, wondering where Eris is and what is going on::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
::turns to Daylan::
Host Adm_Coleman says:
Daylan: Commander, I couldn't help but overhear that you were handing out Captain's Letters of Commendation.
OPS_LtCmdr_TShara says:
::Waits and listens.::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::looks at Coleman, eyes off the group of officers:: Coleman: Yes sir. Well deserved.
Host Adm_Coleman says:
Daylan: Indeed they were.  However, I find it more meaningful if they were coming from a Captain that was official in Starfleet's eyes.  ::pulls a pip seemingly out of nowhere::  Congratulations, Captain.  ::smiles and offers his hand::
Host CO_BrCapt_Daylan says:
::eyes wide in surprise and smiles, taking Coleman's hand:: Coleman: Sir... I don't know what to say. I guess the only thing I can say is thank you. Really.
CSO_Lt_Senn_Eris says:
:: Looks up and out the window at the stars points of light, shining clear with no atmosphere to disrupt her view of them.::
CMO_Lt_Senn_Eos says:
::her eyes get misty as she joins the applause for Atlas::
Host SMDave says:
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