Stardate 10104.22 

 Host Mikey says:
<<< Start Europa Mission, Stardate 10104.22, 20:11 Eastern >>>

OPS_Taylor says:
::Sitting at the Not-so-Big Chair on the Hudson Making up a report::

TO_M`Tor says:
@:: in the turbolift and wills it to move faster ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::In her office, going over various reports::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::At Science 1 looking over the newest data.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::sitting quietly at an aux station on the bridge, rechecking incoming data::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Checks over the systems::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: exits on the bridge barely on time for his shift ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::in Main Engineering, getting a full report about the modifications from whoever is in charge of engineering::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
::on the Hudson, making minor adjustments to certain systems to make the slipstream cruise a safe one::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Drums her fingers on the console as she reads the reports, not liking the fact that the Halcyc are controlling where they'll be going.:: Self: Well, Captain Senn trust them.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::taps his badge:: *CO*: West to the Captain.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Puts down her report as she hears her door chime::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::thanks the engineers and exits ME. Two hours must be more than enough to make a show of being there::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: heads quickly to his station ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@*SFI* Senn here.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::exits his ready room:: Bridge: All hands report.

TO_Logan says:
::running onto the bridge, she is late again for her duty shift::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ *CO*: I was wondering if you have a moment, Captain? I need to talk with you.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: quickly gets a systems status and reviews the modifications for the Slipstream Drive to make sure they wont effect Tactical systems ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::enters the turbolift:: *SFI* I'm on my way to the bridge.

Host CO_Senn says:
@TL: Bridge

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::A smile lights her eyes as her daughter comes running in::

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: All systems being upgraded right now.  Michael Taylor is upgrading our systems now.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Resumes her studies on the slipstream data and the known Dominion space.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ *CO*: Understood. I will see you when you arrive then. West out.

TO_Logan says:
::praying that no one noticed her tardiness::

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Listens to her daughters chatter as she bounces around the room::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
::refrains from mentioning how primitive these systems appear to be::

CTO_Nimitz says:
::enters the bridge from TL1::

CSO_Rya says:
@::Daydreams about the possibility of actually reaching the Alpha quadrant and their own time.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: attempts to estimate how far the Slipstream Drive will take them ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::the turbolift stops and the doors open. Nayla steps onto the bridge::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods to the Captain All: Captain on the bridge !

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the modifications being made and hands a PADD to the XO::

CSO_Rya says:
@::Jumps at M'Tor's bellow::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::turns at the sound and smiles::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::wow, it's been a while since anyone did that:: All: At ease. Anything to report?

CSO_Rya says:
@::Smiles in greeting to Captain Senn as soon as her heart stops pounding.::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::shifting her gaze from M'Tor towards West and Rya, she smiles back at the last two::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::rises:: CO: Whenever you have a moment, could we step into your readyroom?

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: We're 900 lightyears away from the wormhole. The slipstream should, in theory take us 600 lys...and bring us out wherever the Halcyc decide.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: Tactical systems norm Captain, Our first estimates of the journey the Slipstream drive shall take us is 600 LY.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Gets up and heads towards Michael Taylor:: Michael: Systems, almost upgraded?

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: In a minute.
CSO: Check our data... and talk to the Halcyc, to see if it is possible to engage another slipstream towards the wormhole to cover the last 300 lightyears.

TO_Logan says:
::figures the no one noticed that she was late again, she gets to work on her tasks::

CSO_Rya says:
@ CO: Aye Captain.

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Review our defensive tactics with Lt. Nimitz... just in case.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::nods in return and waits patiently, propped up on the back of the chair::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods :: CO: Aye Captain.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::looks through PADD from OPS:: CTO: Status of your station?

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: Please come with me.
CSO: The bridge is still yours ::smiles and turns towards her ready room::

CSO_Rya says:
@::Looks up and smiles at the Captain.:: CO: Aye sir.

CTO_Nimitz says:
XO: Sir, our defensive systems are at 123%. I was about to analyze how the slipstream could affect our shields and phasers

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::turns and follows her across to her readyroom and lowers his voice a little:: CO: You seem to be taking this all in stride... It's encouraging. ::smiles::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: Very good. Continue.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::turns to Logan: TO: Could you help me with that?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::enters the ready room and waits for the door to close after West:: SFI: I try, but honestly, going back to Aurora Prime and setting permanent residence there has crossed my mind.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Her daughter running to the end and giving her the reason for her coming here, hand her a book of drawings and heads back out for class, before she is late::

TO_Logan says:
::looks up::    CTO:  Huh... Oh Aye sir  ::goes over to the CTO::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
Taylor: Yes, although it is slow-going. I miss 25th century technology..

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Shakes her head in continuing amazement of the child’s chatter.::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: reviews once more the tactics the CTO prepared before ::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::nods:: CO: And mine as well. But you're doing what's best for all of us. Even if it is a longshot.

OPS_Taylor says:
Michael: Well, son... I mean Michael we got to use what is available to us at this time and on this ship.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::takes a seat:: SFI: You know it's actually weird... the way everyone is helping us. There will be a price to pay before we are done.

TO_Logan says:
CTO:  What are we accomplishing today Sir?

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Stretches, checks her schedule and debates calling Rya down::

CSO_Rya says:
@ COM: Halcyc: This is the Europa. I'd like to speak with the officer ::do they have officers?:: in charge of our trip through the slipstream.

CTO_Nimitz says:
M_Taylor: Mr Talylor, you have a moment? I'd like to check something with you.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: When you are done, I'd suggest assigning some extra duties to those members of your staff that can not make it to their stations on time.... ::clearly intends for Nimitz to include himself::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@::stands in front of her desk:: CO: Actually, that's why I wanted to talk to you. I have an hunch that someone's going to call for their due soon. It's almost an oppressive feeling that something bad is going to happen. ::sighs::

CNS_T`Salea says:
*CSO*: Are you currently occupied?

Host Michael_Taylor says:
::turns:: CTO Nimitz: What is it Lt?

TO_Logan says:
::knows that was directed to her::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: It's not something bad what I'm afraid of. But we are carrying important knowledge of future events... and I cannot but believe that Michael Taylor as well as Director Longmuir and even Tolmot want us to go back safely... without asking for something in return. Something we might not be aware of even when we make it back.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Hears the CNS's comm, but is still waiting for the Halcyc to get back to her.:: *CNS*: Umm. I'm a little busy at the moment. Is there something you need?

OPS_Taylor says:
::Walks back to the Command Area::

CNS_T`Salea says:
*CSO*:  Your appointment.  But it can wait till you are unoccupied.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::looks at her and thinks about it hard, before rubbing his forehead to ease the tension:: CO: I need a drink. Do you want something? ::looks at the replicator::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::smiles saldy and shakes her head:: SFI: Nothing for me, I'm high on caffeine already.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: How is young Mr. Taylor proceeding?

CTO_Nimitz says:
::gulps at XO order:: M-Taylor: Ens. Logan and I are trying to determine what sort of effects could this slipstream technology on our tactical systems, including our target sensors. Any idea about the matter?

TO_Logan says:
Self:  So that's what we are doing.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Slowly, with this technology he's doing the best he can.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::tries to smile encouragingly:: CO: Sometimes I wish I drank coffee... ::heads over to the replicator and orders a spice drink and sits across from her::

CSO_Rya says:
@::Oops! She'd forgotten about her appointment, wait, had she even made one?:: *CNS*: I have something I need to wrap up here first and then when Captain Senn returns to the bridge I'd be happy to come to your office. I'm sorry if I've messed up your schedule. ::She's still scratching her head slightly wondering if she forgot the appointment.::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::rubs her temples:: SFI: Coffee is bad for you anyway.

CNS_T`Salea says:
*CSO*:  No trouble.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::sits back in his chair and sips his drink:: CO: Really? It seems to be preserving your youth and beauty. All of this havok and not one worry line.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO: I would think that adjusting for the particles that cause the "slipstream" would be a good place to start.  Then perhaps a comparison between warp bubble and slipstream geometric in order to ensure a proper field of sensor activity.  I don't think that combat inside a sliptsream is something we need to worry about.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS: Don't tell the engineers the Hudson is supposed to be state of the art .... ::smiles::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::can't help but to laugh:: SFI: At least I'll break the temporal directive without them.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Understood, sir.  ::Grins::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
CTO Nimitz: While slipstream is still experimental, it is relatively safe for starship travel. The only disadvantage we'll have is that your sensors cannot scan outside of the slipstream tunnel until you are completely out of it..

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Decides to try the comm again and then, wait she's in charge isn't she?.:: M'Tor: Ensign, I need to step away for a moment. Could you please continue to try and reach the Halcyc to find out if they can use the slipstream to take us the last 300 Light Years to the wormhole?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::smiles at her laugh:: CO: Kirk did it all the time and he made Admiral.

TO_Logan says:
::listening to the discussion about the "slipstream"::

CSO_Rya says:
@M'Tor: Also, could you please ask them where, exactly, they plan on bringing us out in Dominion space once we've made the original 600 ly jump?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods to the CSO :: CSO: Understood Lieutenant.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: Kirk... that paragon of virtue... ::shakes her head, still smiling:: I still have a job for you, though.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
Taylor:  Did you just say that we'll be arriving without any idea as to what is in the arrival zone?

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Nods to the TO:: TO: Okay then. You have the bridge. Please tell Captain Senn that the counselor required my presence.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::looks out at the swirling pseudomotion on the outside of the viewport:: CO: Of course. But I warn you... I don't do windows. ::grins somewhat boyishly::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: CSO: Yes Lieuteant.

Host CO_Senn says:
@::chuckles again:: SFI: These windows do themselves. What I actually want is for you to go back everything we have learned, and everything we have told since we arrived here.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Enters the turbolift and states her destination and then taps her comm badge.:: *CNS*: Commander, I'm on my way.

TO_Logan says:
::she is not completing the task in a timely manner::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
XO Zaldivar: Yes. No amount of adjustments I make can cause your sensors to penetrate the slipstream tunnel. We'll have to depend on the Halcyc ships until we exit..

CNS_T`Salea says:
@*CSO*: Acknowledged.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::smiles:: CO: I do that every day, Captain. What would you like to know?

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
Taylor: Wonderful....

CTO_Nimitz says:
M_Taylor: um, that's a problem. Anyway, thank you for the information.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: And besides the obvious... which would be this supposed war with the Dominion, find anything that might be changed if we were to return. What kind of influence we will be bringing back with us.

TO_M`Tor says:
@COM: Halcyc: This is USS Europa, respond please.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
CTO/TO: Adjust tactical readiness accordingly.  I don't trust the Halcyc to give us accurate data.  Also contact the Europa and make sure that they are aware of this "situation"

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: And... if you were to find a hole or two in the temporal directive, that would be great. Changing the past is one thing, but is it out of bounds to change the future?

TO_Logan says:
XO:  Yes Sir

CTO_Nimitz says:
XO: Yes sir, we'll start working right now

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::nods and goes back to work mode::  CO: It has never been done to my knowledge. But since we are not responsible for relative future, we cannot be charge based on the Temporal Directive.

CSO_Rya says:
@::Exits the TL and walks to the CNS's office and rings the chime...after taking a deep breath.::

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: I have an idea but want to hear yours first.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@*CSO*:  Enter

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: We do have one precedent... USS Voyager, something about using 29th century technology from a temporal incident.

Host Michael_Taylor says:
$<Major Selicept> COM: Europa: This is Major Selicept..

TO_Logan says:
CTO:  My idea about what Sir?  I have no clue what is happening even though it was discussed in my presence.  I still don't understand.

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Readjusts her jacket and then steps through the door and glances around the office...she's never been here before.::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CO: You got those updates too, eh? ::smiles:: Well that's an all together unique case. But for us, I imagine that we will be sworn to secrecy and we'll lose access to the Europa while they study and remove anything we bring back.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Sits in the Not-so-Big Chair and reads over the latest report from Engineering::

TO_M`Tor says:
@COM: Major: This is Ensign M`Tor, we wished to know if our destination would be in Dominion space or elsewhere. Would you have some navigational data for us please ?

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Stands::  CSO:  Lt. Welcome. ::Motions a hand to a comfortable chair near her desk::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: I'd rather we removed it ourselves though. Just imagine section 31 getting hands on this technology 68 years in the past. I don't want to be responsible about changing the balance of power on our own. However, I'll worry about that once we make it back to our time.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::serious:: TO: I'd find it funny, if you weren't my assistant tactical officer at the moment and we were not talking about our survival in the case of an attack

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: Thank you. ::Sits down in the comfy chair. It's much nicer than anything on the bridge.::

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  Can I get you anything to drink?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::nods again::  CO: That handles the equipment. But what do we do about personnel? Especially our guest and his father?

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: A glass of water would be nice, thank you.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::From a pitcher of ice water near her desk, pours the CSO a drink and hands it to her::

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: The point is this: a sliptream tunnel has certain properties that are different to a warp bubble. How is it going to affect our shilds and phasers?

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: I do not believe our guest will want to return. This is his time. About his father... he'll hopefully be able to raise his son and teach him a couple of things, like ethics, in the process.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::hesitates, then blurts it out:: CO: Do you think Taylor the senior could be a security risk? From my experience with him, he seems... chatty.

Host Michael_Taylor says:
$<Major Selicept> COM: Europa: I am coordinating with my navigator as we speak, and will forward out travel plan to you as soon as we finish it.

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: Thank you. ::Sips the water and waits for the counselor to start.::

TO_Logan says:
::stares at the CTO with a blank expression::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::considers the issue again, for the umpteenth time. Things like Michael Taylor saying that his father had been a member of Section 31, which could pretty well be a lie... and then it could be not one:: SFI: Everyone aboard the two ships is a security risk, I'm afraid.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO: We have not had a moment to sit down and just talk.  With things being basically quiet, I thought we might have a moment. Hopefully some of this will be moot and we will be home soon.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ COMM: Major Selicept: Acknowledged Major, I thank you. Is there a possibility of another ship that can help us make the rest of the journey to the Alpha quandrant ?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::sighs and finishes off his drink:: CO: Then when we return, my role will have to change.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::can't contain laughter:: TO: it's not funny ensign, you should know what I am talking about

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Smiles at the CNS.:: CNS: Is there anything specific you'd like to talk about or just things in general?

TO_Logan says:
CTO:  Sir, I don't find this funny at all either, something about this eludes me entirely.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  One thing in specific, the rest in general.  You are with child.  How would you feel about raising your child in this time and place?

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: Your keeping an eye on all of us is part of your job. However, remember that everyone but the civilians have sworn allegiance to the Federation and its principles, have been cleared by intelligence, and that I will stand before any and all of them.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::initiates a game of pong between the Captains chair and the XO's chair::

CTO_Nimitz says:
TO: I don't think it's funny either, but I can help but laugh, you expression while I was explaining was memorable

CSO_Rya says:
@::Sips her water before answering. That's a question that's been on her mind lately.:: CNS: Obviously I'd prefer to return to our proper place and time. Even if things don't work out between the father and myself, I would still have my family to lean on for support.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Laughs and starts to play against the XO::

CSO_Rya says:
@CNS: But, if we don't. Well, I'll have to make the best of it along with everyone else, right?

TO_Logan says:
CTO:  But you asked me how it would affect the shields and phasers and I have no idea.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CO: These people were cleared for a ferry mission to carry colonists. This is totally different. ::thinks a moment:: It's not an issue we have to worry about now, but if we see the end in sight, I'll have to confer with you again. As well as Commander Zaldivar.

Host Michael_Taylor says:
$<Major Selicept> COM: Europa: My initial response is no.. our fleet is spread around too thin to spare the extra ships.. I know you understand.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  We have all made adaptations with thoughts of remaining here.  How do you feel about the crew as a replacement for your family in helping you to raise this child?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ COM: Major Selicept: Understood Sir. Any help is of course appreciated.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: These officers have been cleared to serve in the Federation. We are not ferrying colonists as a general rule, commander.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::finds a way to secretly interrupt XO's and OPS's game, a blue screen it's showed saying: "the system is unstable, press CTRL+ALT+DEL to boot"::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::hesitates a bit:: CNS: Well, I am one of the newer crew members so I haven't had time to forge some of the closer relationships that the longer-term members of the crew have, but I am constantly impressed by the crew and, yes, if we are stuck here, I believe I couldn't ask for a better family - aside from my own of course.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::contemplates pushing the Big Red Button(tm) in response to the BSOD::

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks up at the CTO, and makes the impression that he might need to clean couple Plasma Conduits::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: And further talks on this subject will indeed be required.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CO: Agreed. ::fingers the rim of his glass:: In any case, I didn't mean to add to your worries Captain. But... ::shrugs:: It's my job.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@::Nods::  Agreed.  How are you fitting into with the crew?  You have not been given much opportunity in down time to... relax.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: You must see I have taken that worry into account. Which is one of the reasons why I want us to take both ships back to specs if we make it back, before giving any kind of report.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::looks at the ceiling and whistles::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
$<Major Selicept> COM: Europa: My navigator has just informed me that he has charted the best possible course which will take you closest to the wormhole.. I will forward the plan to you for approval. Sending now.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Gets up and heads for Tactical::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::frowns;: CO: You can't be serious...

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: looks at his console as the data is received :: COM:Major Selicept: We are receiving Sir.

TO_Logan says:
::is really starting to feel that she is not confident enough to do her job and it does show in her actions::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: The more people who can lay hands on these modifications, the security risk will be greater. I find logic in that.

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: I've made a few friends and like to think that I have a good working relationship with the senior staff ::smiles slightly:: We've recently instituted social events for the Science Department that get us all out of our offices and labs, so that's helping. To be honest I prefer to keep busy.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::keeps an eye on OPS and CTO thinking "this should be good"::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::sits up:: CO: I appreciate the risks, but that is quite a decision to make unilaterally.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  Why?

CTO_Nimitz says:
::clears traces of him doing anything with pong::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Shifts in her chair and takes a few more sips of water.:: CNS: Because I have less time to worry about things I can't control when I'm busy.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the Tactical Console:: CTO: Hm... Lt. Your Console is dusty, and look at all the finger marks on it.  I want you to make this console clean yourself, Understood, Lt Nimitz!

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: reviews the navigation information received ::

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  Understood.  Tell me a little bit about your family life before entering Starfleet.

TO_Logan says:
:with everyone distracted, she leaves the bridge::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: If you have options that you believe I should consider, I will be happy to. My mind is made, but there is a lot that can happen until we return... and if we do.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: transmits the navigation information to the Hudson for review as well ::

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: Right now it is not priority, though.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::finds the punishment more enjoyable due to the fact he can't be officially tell off:: OPS: Sir, aye, sir. BTW, is there any problem with your LCARS? It's a bad thing we don't have a CEO, isn't it?

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: I had a wonderful childhood. My twin brother and I are the oldest of four.  Our father is a professor of botany and our mother was an SO in Starfleet before she left to live with my father on Betazed.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::smiles again:: CO: I have faith that we'll return. With a smart woman like you in the big chair, how could we not?

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  What encouraged you to join Starfleet?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::stands up, shaking her head:: SFI: At least you know how to boost my ego.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ COM: Major Selicept: What is your estimate for when we can proceed ?

CTO_Nimitz says:
::disables his console buttons and cleans it with his arm:: Self: As shiny as I love it

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: I should check on the bridge now, and get a report from the Hudson.

Host Michael_Taylor says:
$<Major Selicept> COM: Europa: I will await your Captain's approval, but I estimate that it should not take longer than 2 hours. Selicept out.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::rises with her:: CO: Of course. I thank you for your time and apologize for taking so much of it.

OPS_Taylor says:
CTO: Are you implying I can't fix my own LCARS Console? And make sure when I walk by again I don't see a spec of dust.

TO_Logan says:
::she finds herself in the Jeffries Tubes::

CSO_Rya says:
@CNS: I wanted to fly spaceships ::She smiles again.:: And then I got assigned as a reporter attached to headquarters after I graduated. I got over it. ::grins::

TO_M`Tor says:
*CO*: Captain, Major Selicept has informed us that we can proceed no longer than 2 hours, I am informing the Hudson as well.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: It's all right, we had to have this conversation.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  A reporter?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ ::smiles a little wider:: CO: I can't wait to get back home.

Host CO_Senn says:
@*TO* Thank you Ensign.

Host CO_Senn says:
@SFI: Honestly, me either. The future is not bright as it is.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: transmits the information to the Hudson ::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::is a little disappointed that his two senior officers didn't try to eviscerate each other::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::but then he realizes that he needs the two of them...::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::nods:: CNS: Yes, that's how I got assigned to the Titan.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ CO: Well that. But the sooner we get home, the sooner we get to that "appointment of ours:: ::smiles and turns to the door:: Thank you for your time, Captain.

CTO_Nimitz says:
OPS: Sir, no sir. But such a busy man should waste his time fixing with his console, it's not your game, errr, job

OPS_Taylor says:
::Walks to Tactical II, and activates the console.  Then Locks the CTO out of TAC I, Grins and walks down to the Command Area::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::walks round the table towards the doors:: SFI: I haven't forgotten ::grins as she follows him out::

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: reviews once more the navigational course and attempts a cross check with known Federation charts ::

TO_Logan says:
Self:  Why can't I figure these things out, it's there but I can't grasp the idea.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO:  I did not realize reporters were assigned to ships.  I had a friend who was once on the Titan.  How did you go from pilot, to reporter to chief of science?

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::glances at her before they exit the readyroom and heads to the aux console::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
::sees the incoming flight plan and begins to look over it..::

Host CO_Senn says:
@::heads towards the Klingon, as she sees that Lt. Rya is not around:: TO: How are we doing to meet that two hour deadline?

OPS_Taylor says:
::Looks at the XO:: XO: All finished..

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: After I'd worked at headquarters for a few years they assigned me to the Titan to send back what amounts to PR -- you know -- feel good material about a ship and her crew. Coming from a scientific family and having a second major in the field at the academy, it was natural for me to help out at science on the Titan and then a spot opened up.

CSO_Rya says:
@::shrugs:: CNS: And here I am.

CTO_Nimitz says:
XO: Sir, my console is not working ok, must be something with the dust on it, can I call an engineer to fix it? he could fix yours too

TO_M`Tor says:
@ CO: I believe that the modifications will be finished in time Captain. I shall contact Mr Taylor to confirm Captain.

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO: Do you enjoy your post?  Or would you prefer the position of FCO?

Host CO_Senn says:
@TO: Please do. I want to make sure both ships are ready in time... least the Halcyc get bored waiting for us.

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: nods :: CO: Understood Captain.

CSO_Rya says:
@CNS: No, I wouldn't trade science for flight control anymore. I still enjoy keeping up with my flight skills in the holodeck.

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
OPS/CTO: I don't think that engineering needs to be brought in on this.   I assume that when I return from my ready room everyting on the bridge will be in working order.

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::locks down the console and sets it to standby before heading for his office::

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO: There is something... unique in flying a ship.   When is your child due?

CSO_Rya says:
@ CNS: I find my post challenging, but interesting and enjoyable. I wouldn't trade it.

OPS_Taylor says:
XO: Aye, sir. ::Glances up at the CTO::

Host XO_Zaldivar says:
::heads for RR and pauses at his door:: CTO: Mr. Nimitz, you are missing an officer. ::lets the doors close behind him::

CTO_Nimitz says:
::presses CTRL ALT DEL and boots tactical, a screen with his face and the label MS_Shoot'em 3.0 below appears::

TO_Logan says:
::wonders if they miss her on the bridge::

TO_M`Tor says:
@COM: Hudson: Mr Taylor: Sir, The Halcyc have given us a 2 hour deadline, is there any problem in completing the modifications in that time ?

Host CO_Senn says:
@::takes the big chair, to check on the ships' reports. She tries not to frown, there's too much left to chance in this trip they are going to take::

CSO_Rya says:
@ ::Looks at the Counselor in surprise and starts laughing.:: CNS: You know I never did ask the doctor for a due date. Betazoids carry for 10 months usually and humans for 9, so I imagine I should be due in about 7 or 8, but the child is half Orion, so I don't know if that will impact things or not.

OPS_Taylor says:
::Unlocks Tactical to the CTO::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
::rides down the lift in silence, not happy about any of this::

Host Michael_Taylor says:
COM: M'Tor: That shouldn't be a problem Ensign. I will begin work on the Europa immediately. Taylor out.

CTO_Nimitz says:
::re-starts pong on OPS console and himself's:: OPS: Best ot three?

TO_M`Tor says:
@ :: reviews the progress of the modifications ::

OPS_Taylor says:
CTO: Let's rock. ::Starts Playing::

SFI_LtCmdr_West says:
@ :: slips into the Annex, heading for his desk. Paragon would work through the numbers and decide. Do they life or die. Do they ever see home again?::

CNS_T`Salea says:
@CSO: Hmmm... I would suggest you speak with your doctor.  I am not familiar with that 'combination'.  I should probably send you back to the bridge here.  But before then, I would like to invite you to dinner with my family and I.

Host Michael_Taylor says:
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