Host SMDave says:
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Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The crew is assembled near the mess hall doors which are closed as the CO waves for quiet.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CAPTAIN'S LOG - STARDATE 10711.27 - SUPPLEMENTAL: The Claymore has been in transit to Starbase 383 now for over two weeks since departing the Caledonian system and leaving the Orion and Nighthawk behind.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Along the way we've been given temporary responsibility for the child of one of the Orion's officers on his way home, and paid our respects to those who weren't so lucky. 
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CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Quietly walking the ship.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Arrives at the Officers Mess, perhaps a little too early; he's a little irked at babysitting duty still::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Standing with T'Shara, watching the last few stragglers fill the wide corridor outside the Mess:: ::ignores the murmurs:: All: Thank you all for coming. You've all been given the day off except for certain key personnel, and I'm pleased to see you've come to share some portion of your well-earned rest here with us.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Stands with the others::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Stands there, held up by his cane. Chooses to be quiet::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Shrugs very slightly::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Stands next to Jyg'lo and listens.::
Nealia says:
::Walks quietly to the Mess in her short black dress.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: We've spent a long time on a hard road and I know many of us need that rest. I know at times that we've questioned the price of being out here. Most notably in recent weeks. But as we go forward, we remember that ultimately, regardless of ship or flag, we are a crew. A unit. A family in many ways, and more than one in others.
Caleb says:
::In the quarters of the Ahkileez family, stacking blocks with pictures of Starships on them in a corner by himself::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: While we won't forget our friends who aren't here with us today, we continue to live - in their memories. ::reaches across and unlocks the doors and the mess doors slide open with a hiss behind him::
Host SMDave says:
SCENE: As the crew enters the Officer's Mess, they find that the arrangement has been changed and the bulkheads between the Officer and Enlisted Messes have been removed, turning the two rooms into an enormous expanse.
Host SMDave says:
SCENE: Crew services personnel are behind the counter of the kitchen and a buffet has been provided with cooked food and fresh salads and dishes from the produce grown in Lieutenant Senn's recovered Hydroponics Bay.
Host SMDave says:
SCENE: The rooms are decorated and the tables are clustered into groups. Some are covered with cloths and replicated board and card games are waiting to be used. Small groupings of couches and softer chairs are assembled in a corner, transported from one of the ship's lounges.
Host SMDave says:
SCENE: And against one wall, the singed banner of the USS Claymore hangs next to a replicated one from the USS Halas.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Finding her way back on the bridge, makes her way to her station and logs in.::
Caleb says:
::Takes the block with a Galaxy class ship and throws it across the room::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::looks at T'Shara as they walk in and then back at the crew:: All: As special dispensation, all personnel not on duty within five hours can drink. No synthehol - unless that's what you like. ::smiles::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
All: Have fun. You've earned it. ::steps out of the way so they can enter::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Looks at the Captain and wonders briefly if the man has a central nervous system; he guesses destroying/losing ships and killing crew members is worth celebrating::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Walks in next to Ahkileez and stands aside as the crew enter and look around finding there own spots to play games or just get comfortable.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Wishes he was at work::
Nealia says:
::Looks at the crowd gathered near the mess and stops to take a deep breath.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Wanders in and scans the room left to right::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Chats a bit with several members of the crew as they file in, picking one out at random:: CMO: Doctor Welland, you made it.
Caleb says:
::Leans forward and uses hands to get up, but he stumbles and slumps back on to his bottom::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Slips through the crowd toward the Captain::  CO:  I thought I should stop by for a few minutes, at least.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Walks in and takes a look at the food; hungry::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
All: We should get people killed more often!  :;sarcastically::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Calks away towards the food::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
OPS: Nice.  ::dripping sarcasm::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smiles:: Good. Sometimes I wonder if you're surgically attached to Sickbay. I rarely see you anywhere else except at morning briefings. ::nods toward the bar:: Can I buy you a drink?
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Quietly going through the updated files as well as keeping an eye on sensors.  The area was relatively safe, but safe itself never was.::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Walks over to the food, where Davis and Hayward are.:: CEO/OPS: Commanders.  Not really in the mood for this sort of thing understandably.  ::Gets a plate and looks over the food.::
Nealia says:
::Takes another deep breath and wipes the tears from her eyes and enters the mess hall.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: Commander. How goes it?
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::A bit subdued::  CO:  Not right now, I'm afraid.  ::Smiles somewhat::  I will have to go back on duty in a while...besides which, I'm not much for drinks, anyway.  Don't let me stop you, though.
Caleb says:
::Struggles to his feet and goes to get the Galaxy block, then tosses it back over to where he had originally sat::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Canes his way in, making his way over to the food table::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Takes a piece of bread, or something that resembles bread, and looks back at T'Shara::  XO: You know, Commander that could very well be the understatement of the year.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: As well as can be expected Commander.  Yourself?
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Leads the man anyway:: CMO: Well something non-alcoholic at least. We really enjoyed having dinner with yourself and Doctor Raeyld two weeks ago. Kela’s been thinking about having you over once this is sorted.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: I'm tired. My staff is working overtime just to get us to the station.
Nealia says:
::Moves over to the bar and orders a drink not looking around.::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Quickly enters the mess hall hoping he hasn't missed too much already::
Caleb says:
::Sits back down::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: As usual you and your staff are going above and beyond Commander.  You should all be commended on the enormous work you do to keep this ship afloat.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Looking around the expanded mess area, slightly distant but seeming otherwise well::  CO:  Let me know when the time comes, then.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Stands by the table, observing all the food available, picks something that looks ... alive, yet edible::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Listens, at least noting the statement about the Engineering staff being true; he shrugs, figuring even a broken clock is still right twice a day::
Caleb says:
::Picks Galaxy block up and throws it into the bulkhead::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
OPS: I'm sorry Commander.  I know you did the best you could in warning Renor and trying to get him back.  We all feel the loss.  I am just as upset over the whole matter as you are.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: I'd settle for a long vacation, which I won't get. ::shrugs::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Stops abruptly as he enters the mess hall almost appalled to see everyone just milling about::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::smiles:: CMO: We will. ::turns to the crew service crewman manning the bar:: Dralan Sunrise. Virgin. For the doctor here.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Shakes head::  XO: Yea, that's a shame, I was hoping to win the contest to see who was most upset..
aEO_Ltjg_Karlsson says:
:;Walks into the officers mess::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<DrAhkileez> ::Arrives with a freshly dressed youngest son and crouches next to Caleb:: Caleb: Are you ready to go? The triplets don't think a grown up party will be very interesting and Juleah's asleep. So it will just be you, Sorran and I.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Nods with acceptance, taking the drink after its poured::  CO:  Thank you, Captain.  Can I get you anything?
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Hot tea, as she puts some salad on a plate.::  ::Noted the sarcasm in his tone.::  I do not follow Commander.  I think everyone is equally upset.
Caleb says:
::Looks up quizzically, not knowing what Ahkileez the Mrs. is talking about::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Tries not to overhear the conversation::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::nods:: CMO: Sure. A glass of Chateau Picard '65.
aEO_Ltjg_Karlsson says:
::Looks around for anyone he knows, decides to go to the bar instead::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Shakes head, knowing this isn't the time for a conversation with a Vulcan::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Exhales sharply, trying to cool down before he gets thrown out of here::
aEO_Ltjg_Karlsson says:
Barkeep: Scotch sour please.
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Sees the CO and CMO speaking quietly and OPS and the XO speaking to each other.  Thinks to himself: I thought this was supposed to be a party!::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Nods:: CEO: I am sorry Commander you and your staff truly do deserve a vacation if it was in my power to give you some much needed time off I would.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Looks to the bartender, still subdued but a bit more relaxed::  Bartender:  You heard the man.  ::Nods once::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<DrAhkileez> Caleb: We can meet some of the other crew. You must be tired of being cooped up in here with us all the time. ::smiles and offers a hand to help him up:: You can bring the toys. Sorran's bringing his Marauder Mo.
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Moves up to the far end of the bar and orders a whiskey sour straight up::
Nealia says:
::Takes the glass and looks around the room, then makes her way to a dabo table.::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Steps up beside OPS, slurping something down that may have been alive at some point:: OPS: Commander.
Caleb says:
::Rubs eyes a little before picking up the galaxy block and standing up::
aEO_Ltjg_Karlsson says:
::Takes his drink from the barkeep:; Tak,
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Nods back to Selan, still not sure who the hell he is::
aEO_Ltjg_Karlsson says:
::Heads to find a seat::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Takes the drink:: CMO: I think you'll like yours. ::leads him away from the bar when he notices others are waiting:: You like games, Doctor? ::nods to the tables::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: I was forced to take a little time off by the Captain. I look forward to the station, and getting the Claymore back up to one hundred percent. Assuming I will be assigned to her. It remains to be seen if this crew will remain intact.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Does not make eye contact with OPS:: OPS: We have quite a job ahead of us, don't we.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
:;Scans the room again:: CTO: As far as what?
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Downs the drink quickly and orders another::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Takes a small sip, following along::  CO:  Depends on the game, of course, but you could say I've a fondness for games, yes.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<DrAhkileez> ::Holds both boys' hands and leads them out of the quarters and toward the lift:: Caleb: The Captain told me there'd be cake. Do you like cake?
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
OPS: Putting this ship together, I'd imagine.
Nealia says:
::Sits down and watches the others play.::
Caleb says:
::Holds block with two hands and kind of looks like he's thinking about it before he nods his head::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: It would be a nice change to have her fully operational again.  It seems like not to long ago we were in the same peril of wondering if we were to be reassigned or not.  Hopefully you will get some downtime while at the station.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::nods:: CTO: I'm not entirely sure it'll ever be that way.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Refrains from raising an eyebrow:: OPS: Why is that?
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Downs the second drink and orders a third::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: Then let's find something you like. And someone to play with. ::looks about for someone to rope in:: ::spots Davis standing with Selan:: OPS: Commander, fancy a game of Triad?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Nods in the direction of the Captain:: XO: You know...he is "guilty" of the same thing as Daylan was. I wonder what to look forward to at the station. We've both served under him before this, I'd hate to see anything bad happen to him.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Picks up a bread like thing and studies it for a moment::  CTO: I don't know how you get past these kinds of things.. maybe I'm just a weak person.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Takes a small bite of the bread, still not sure whether he's going to like it::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Swallows quickly::   CO: Sure.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Suddenly looks up::  CO:  Oh, now?  I'm not sure...that is, I will be needed in sickbay again soon....
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::While waiting for the next whiskey tries to think of some decent music to liven up this dull occasion::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
OPS: In our way of life, Commander, you see people die. Friends. Enemies. Countless individuals whose names you'll never learn. Who you could never know. It is the way of the Universe, I'm afraid. And it is the sad way of life ... that you grow accustomed to it. You lose the pain.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Turns a frosty eye to Selan:: CTO: You're welcome to join, if you've got nothing more pressing to do.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
CO: I've lost my taste for games ... "Captain."
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Nods, knowing he's right; knowing is not necessarily accepting, though::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<DrAhkileez> ::Leads the two boys to the turbolift::: TL Deck 6.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CTO: Suit yourself. OPS: Come on Davis. The doctor here was telling me how much he likes games.
Caleb says:
::Looks around at the turbolift, wondering what the humming noise is::
Caleb says:
::Drops his block::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::Let’s go of his mother's hand and reaches down to retrieve it for Caleb, handing it back:: ::he'd been told to be extra nice to the other boy::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::His conscience, in the voice of a certain Vulcan female known as T'salea, urges him not to take Ahkileez out with a cane to the head::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Regretting his decision already, but figures there's no way out now::
Caleb says:
::Takes the block kind of reluctantly from the strange child and holds it with two hands again close to his body::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Drinks about half of what remains in his glass, resigned to his fate, it would seem::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Downs his third drink and is now feeling a bit more courageous around this bunch of relative strangers::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Through all the data, she finds one from her sister.  Opening it, she frowns as she reads through it.::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Glances to the Captain.::  CEO: In a way you are correct Commander he lost the Halas as Daylan lost the Claymore.  I don't anticipate any problems at the station.  But, I didn't foresee what happened to Daylan either.  I think for now we just need to do what we can.  I to would hate to see anything happen to him.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Steps over to the SO:: SO Alabastar: Ensign ...
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Picks up a drink along the way, figuring that not knowing its contents will make it easier to take care of in the end::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Sees the Triad table is full and leads the men to another:: CMO/OPS: We'll get a game of Pyramid going instead.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Fills up his plate:: XO: Care to take a seat?
Caleb says:
::Takes a sip and follows Ahkileez::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Looks up quickly a bit surprised anyone is talking to him::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
CTO: Uh, sir...  ::nods::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Dr Ahkileez> ::Leads the boys out after taking her son's hand again:: Caleb: Not much farther.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Aye, there appears to be some sofas and seating over there away from the tables.
Caleb says:
::Wanders along, trailing a little mostly due to the fact that he's constantly looking around at the people who walk by::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::Takes the lead:: XO: I could use some time off my feet.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
CO: It's been a while sir.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
SO: I hope you do not have to be on duty soon.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
:;Tries to recall the last time he played this game::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Sits at the table with the Pyramid cards and a neatly stacked container of chips:: CMO/OPS: Have a seat, gentlemen. I'll have one quick game and then I'll have to get back to making my rounds, but hopefully we won't be lacking for new comers for long.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::nods:: CEO: Aye, I've been busy trying to keep up with everyone to make sure they have what they need and without a Counselor it's been hard as well.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Sits and takes a bigger sip this time::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Takes a seat, glancing first to Davis, then the Captain::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
CTO: Uh, no sir.  I just came off duty.  Why's everyone so lackluster at this party?
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: Yes. I wasn’t close to Renor, but he will be missed. I try not to think about all the senseless death I've seen in Starfleet.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
:;Looks at Welland as well, wondering when he first met the doctor, or if he had at all::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Watches as she passes the tables and watches the Captain and the others playing a game.  Then, focusing her attention back on where she was going.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<DrAhkileez> ::Leads the boys into the party and past some of the wallflowers hanging out by the door:: Caleb: Sorran likes dewberry cake. What kind do you like?
Nealia says:
::Takes a sip of her drink and wipes her eyes as she watches the game.::
Caleb says:
::Holds his block and looks at Ahkileez::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Sometimes it is hard all the death and violence we see in the Federation.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: I signed up to be an 'explorer'. Fat chance of that now.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
SO: We lost a ship. Lost a crewmember. And while we gained a vessel ... it does really seem like a pyrrhic victory, at best.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Shuffles the Pyramid cards and then offers them to Welland:: CMO: Your deal. Can't let the higher ranks start first. It would smack of a superiority complex. ::smiles::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Sips drink again, maybe the edge just starting to come off him right now::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Why do you say that Commander?
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Wonders what's in the glass, but he's afraid to ask::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
CO:  Of course. ::Manages an easy smile and deals out the first hand, one card at a time::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Looks around the room as the CTO answers and notices a control panel on the bulkhead nearby::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Sits down on the sofa and places her plate in her lap as she takes a sip of her hot tea in the other hand.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: Seems like all we see is battle. And killing, on all sides.
Caleb says:
::Looks at the table that has things that look like cake; different colors, different shapes...he's not sure::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<DrAhkileez> ::Offers the boy a patient and reassuring nod:: Caleb: We'll find something you like. Why don't you take Sorran and have a look. ::meets the eyes of some of the enlisted crew hanging out by the buffet table and tilts her head for them to shift out of the way of the boys::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
CTO: Excuse me sir.  I think it is time to liven things up a bit.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Considers stopping the SO::
Caleb says:
<Crewman Miles> ::Meets the gaze of Dr. Ahkileez and looks at Jo'log next to him::  Jo'log: Is that the kid they were talking about?
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Quickly moves to the bulkhead panel and presses some commands into it::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Then realizes, whatever he does, may very well give Jyg'lo an aneurysm ... and let's it pass::
Caleb says:
<Crewman Jo'log> ::Stands up straight, a full foot taller than Miles::  Miles: Do not hit me ever again before you talk to me...maybe, don't even talk to me.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::Walks protectively beside Caleb::
Caleb says:
<Crewman Miles> ::Makes way for the kids, but leaves Jo'log to his own decision::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Aye, from a science perspective we don't get alot of exploration.  But, then again I guess we could say we don't exactly sit on our hands waiting for stuff to happen either.
Caleb says:
::Wanders along, feeling kind of reassured next to Sorran::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
::smiles:: XO: Well, there's never a dull moment. That's for certain.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Collects his cards and looks at them, tossing in his ante:: CMO/OPS: I think the turnout has been good, don't you?
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The mess hall speakers suddenly boom with an ancient, steady beat of music
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Clears the half-way points with his glass::  CO: Looks like it, sir...I wasn't sure this many people would come out.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Adds his ante to the pot::  ::Nonchalantly raises his voice over the decibel level of the music::  CO/OPS:  Neither was I.  I hope it does everyone some good.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Shows almost a smile.::  CEO: Aye, although I understand what you are saying Commander.  Especially for you and your staff it is hard you are constantly repairing the ship.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: Who picked this music? It's a dirge.
Caleb says:
<Crewman Miles> ::Moves back next to Jo'log in line::  Jo'log: You really need to have a soda and a smile or something.
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Finally raises an eyebrow at the music choice::
Caleb says:
<Crewman Jo'log> ::Turns and faces Miles and simply growls, his Klingon ridges making him look particularly fierce::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Looks up at the booming and wonders who that was. He didn't order any music::
Caleb says:
::Places block down on table and grasps edge with two hands and looks at the plates::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: After a few seconds of the beat a singer chimes in with lyrics that sound like "another one bites the dust"
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Raises an eyebrow at the loud music.::  CEO: I don't know but I don't believe this was a part of the plan.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Looks at his cards, then to Welland::  CMO: Did your department suffer a few losses, or were you guys intact? I can't recall..
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Takes a sip of the Chateau Picard and tosses in another chip::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Leaving the message from her and her brother unanswered, checks sensors and the surrounding area.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::Finds the small plates of dewberry cake and grins:: Caleb: Want some?
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
All:  ::loudly::  Come on everyone!  This is supposed to be a party!!
Caleb says:
::Grabs a plate with cake that appears chocolate, but he's not sure; it looks chocolate, though, and that's good enough for him::
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Begins bobbing his head to the beat of the music::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: It's irritating.
Caleb says:
::Grabs cake right off plate and takes a bite::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::sighs:: Computer: Please change music to something less annoying and reduce volume.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Logging the area clear, Informs the TO and heads for the lift.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Feels warm in his face::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
CO: What's your preference?
Host SO_Ens_Alabastar says:
::Orders another drink::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Shakes his head, a little louder to be heard over the incessant baselines, looking toward the shouting fellow::  OPS:  The medical staff came out intact... ::Lowers his head back to his cards, feeling almost guilty about it::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Rearranges some of the cards in his hand:: OPS: Preference of what? Music?
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Considers cutting the SO off, but feels as he is not on duty ... and not a threat to anyone ... and furthermore, an annoyance to the CO, to let him continue::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Sits her tea down and takes a bite of her salad.  Watching the SO singing.::  CEO: Aye.  Well I guess if it gets to be too much we can always do some rewiring.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Nods to Welland, glad to hear that really::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The computer changes the music to something ponderous, monotone and durge-like.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
CO: Yes sir.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
Computer: Next song.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Grimaces at the music:: OPS: Certainly not that.  ::nods to Welland:: CMO: Your turn.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: As the lift drops her off, she makes her way to the mess hall; following the music really.... most odd.::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The music changes to a snappy tune with lyrics mentioning singing in the rain.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::shrugs::  CO: A little better, I guess.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Looks at the CEO.::  CEO: Well I wouldn't say that's any better a choice.
Caleb says:
::Chomps away happily at cake::
Caleb says:
::Wanders away from the table with plate towards some of the games::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Looks in on the gathering::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::Grins and gobbles his own, surreptitiously looking at his mother who doesn't seem to intend to stop him, merely hanging about closely::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Wonders why anyone would want to sing in the rain.::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Distractedly::  CO:  Oh, my apologies.  ::Tosses in a chip to match the Captain's::
Caleb says:
::His wandering takes him to Davis's left, and by this time his plate is nearly empty::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: What about you, Doctor? What's your preference in music? I've heard some surgeons play music while they operate as a way to concentrate.
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: SO Alabastar sees that he is not about to change anyone's mood and quietly leaves the room.
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
::Nods as Alabastar passes her by.::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::snatches another plate of cake before following Caleb::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::downs drink::  CMO: Heavy metal is what I heard.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
::Takes another sip of tea, as she notices the CSO has just joined them.::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
CMO, CO: Gets you pumped up for surgery...ya!
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Makes her way over to another quiet individual, Selan::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
::Spots a pair of more liberal crewmembers kissing in the couch corner near T'Shara and Hayward::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The snappy tune ends only to be replaced by another song with a light beat, lots of cymbals and lyrics about stayin alive, stayin alive.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
Computer: Next song.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: I can't take this music.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Replies to Davis with a small, wry smile::  CO:  Yes, some do...but I'm not one of them.  My tastes are... ::Looks up and about the room:: ...somewhat varied.  Old earth instrumental music, Vulcan composers...well, just about anything, really.
Caleb says:
::Moves forward towards the table, but gets caught up watching the cards; he drops his plate on to Captain Ahkileez::
Host SMDave says:
ACTION: The song is cut short to be replaced by a quick rock tune with lyrics about a hard day’s night.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: This is a little better.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: I'm sure it won't last long though the way the music is changing every 2 seconds.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: More of a mellow type then? ::looks him over critically:: I can see tha.... ::feels the cold squish on his thigh and turns around quickly::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: Truth is, I like music. Just not what they're playing here.
Caleb says:
::Immediately blushes as he realizes what he just accidentally did; he looks up at the Captain innocently::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Offhandedly::  CO:  Klingon opera every once in a while... ::Looks to the Captain, wondering why he trailed off so suddenly::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Turns to see what the Captain is looking at::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: I was just about to ask what kind of music you listened to.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Grins a little::
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
Outloud: What th... ::spots the cake and then the boy:: Caleb: Ahh, Caleb. There you are. ::looks around and quickly finds Kelandra, and sees Sorran hide behind their guest:: Don't worry, it's alright. Sorran: Sorran, grab me a napkin from over there please.
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: Mostly the classics. With some Vulcan and Klingon, when I'm in the mood for it.
Nealia says:
::Stands not being able to take anymore.::
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
::Grins also, but quickly hides it should the Captain be less amused::
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
::Takes hold of the arm of Caleb gently::  Caleb: You alright there, kiddo  ::feels he's losing control of his speech a little; he needs to drink more::
CTO_LtCmdr_Selan says:
::Despite his years of experience. His position. What he's been through. Still feels some guilt. And he sighs::
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: You have spent enough time around Vulcan’s over the years to appreciate some of our music.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::nods:: CO: Yes, Daddy. ::runs off to get a napkin::
Caleb says:
::Looks at Davis with the same innocence, and perhaps a little fear given that he doesn't know the Operations Chief at all::
CSO_Lt_Senn says:
:: Watching the scene, turns to look at the CTO as he sighs with a questioning look.::
CEO_Cmdr_Hayward says:
XO: The Sharikahr was 2/3 Vulcan, as you well know.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
CMO: You've met Caleb, right? OPS: Commander Davis, meet Caleb. Caleb, this is Commander Davis. Our Operations Manager.
XO_Cmdr_TShara says:
CEO: Aye, I seem to recall we were a Vulcan ship.
OPS_LtCmdr_Davis says:
CO, CMO, Caleb: We've met, sir...I was there when he first beamed over.
CMO_Lt_Welland says:
CO:  Hadn't until just now.  ::Smiles pleasantly::  Caleb:  Hello, Caleb.  I'm Marcus.  Pleased to meet you.
Host CO_Capt_Ahkileez says:
<Sorran> ::Returns with the napkin and offers it, appearing with a third plate of cake in his hand and evidence of the first two on his face::
Caleb says:
::Looks up at Welland and smiles just a little::
Host SMDave says:
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