Session: #CNSTable
Host: Commander Savar Dickinson, PhD
Department: Counselor/Medical
Date: 1600 Hours Friday

Host CNS_Savar says:
::Sees a familiar face walk in:: CIV: Hello, Heather.  It is agreeable to see you again.
CIV_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: Savar: Good to see you too.
Host CNS_Savar says:
::Motions around the room, which has several tables set up in a square with chairs on the outside:: As you can see, the turnout right now is rather low.
CIV_Llewellyn says:
I caught an unexpected transport which got me here early.... ::hears him:: I see. Well I am here if nothing else, we can talk counselor business.
Host CNS_Savar says:
That is true.  We can make at least some worth out of this time.
CIV_Llewellyn says:
Indeed. How long do we have this meeting room?
Host CNS_Savar says:
This seminar, like most of them, are expected to only run one hour
CIV_Llewellyn says:
Well then, even though it is just you and I, what say you we get started?
Host CNS_Savar says:
That would be acceptable.  ::Takes a seat at the table::
CIV_Llewellyn says:
::sits down::
Host CNS_Savar says:
This was supposed to be a roundtable style discussion, but with two of us, we will have to be somewhat... creative... to fit that description.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::laughs:: Maybe until others arrive... we can just sit and discuss together.
Host CNS_Savar says:
I am most interested to hear of your experiences aboard the Europa.  Especially with Drayan, Captain Alara, and their child.
Host CNS_Savar says:
Do you simply observe, or are you involved with any family-style counseling?
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Well, I mostly have spoken with the Captain. On our last mission, Drayan was away trying to negotiate peace with the Halycon. I have been doing a little of each.
Host CNS_Savar says:
Are there other families aboard, or is their family isolated?
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
The Europa, being a nebula class, has the room for families and we have a few. The counselor of the ship actually sees to them. I have offered her my services, but she has yet to accept them.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Keely has plans to bring Al'Cora on board. I am quite happy about that.
Host CNS_Savar says:
That makes sense.  It is unfortunate that you do not have the opportunity to wield your considerable knowledge in Counseling.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
I thank you for the fine compliment, but as you know, once a conselor, always a counselor... ::laughs softly:: I always use my knowledge.
Host CNS_Savar says:
That is true.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
So.... how are things on Arcadia? Doctor Cook adjusting to my abscense?
Host CNS_Savar says:
Oh, Keely has not had the opportunity to tell you?
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Keely tell me what?
Host CNS_Savar says:
I have been transferred away from Arcadia.  I am currently between assignments... at the completion of this weekend of seminars, I will report to the USS Luna, as Counselor.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Oh! ::surprised:: I am sure the Luna will be good for you! ::smiles, really happy to see her friend::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::then wonders, who is going  to watch over Donnie for her???::
Host CNS_Savar says:
Most of the crew was highly dissapointed.  Claymore was sorry to see me leave, although I suspect it is simply because he is losing a capable pair of hands to repair the station
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::laughs::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
That station needs repairing an awful lot.
Host CNS_Savar says:
That is true.  Arcadia has seen more than its fair share of damage and repairing lately.
Host CNS_Savar says:
Both physically and mentally.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Ah.... well with no Counselor on board, how ever will it be repaired mentally?
Host CNS_Savar says:
Donnie graciously offered to assist my staff.  I owe him for that, as the junior counselors will need a helping hand during this transition period.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Donnie was a great Counselor aboard the Gryphon, he helped me adjust to being away from earth and helped me get used to others talking to me in my own mind. ::laughs softly:: He has a good deal of experience in the Counselor's chair
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
So with you going to the Luna, what is your plan for working with the new command crew?
Host CNS_Savar says:
Well, there will be much work there.  The CO was recently moved up from XO... I am not certain what happened to the prior Captain.  So, I will be dealing with a relatively new Captain.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Sounds interesting and challenging. ::smiles:: Too bad there  is only one of me.... I'd enjoy working in  that environment myself.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::winks::
Host CNS_Savar says:
It will certainly prove to be a challenge.  But then, any assignment is a challenge... ::Thinks about Arcadia, and Claymore::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::thinks: Do I sense a bit of frustration? Nah.... can't be... he's a Vulcan:: Oh, well I did not get much chance to interact with Claymore.
Host Savar_Dickinson says:
::Wonders how she knew "Claymore," since he didn't say it aloud::  He was a unique challenge.  Sometimes I had to wonder about his assignment to the XO spot.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Well, the higher ups must have thought he had potential that he has yet to fully express. ::looks hopefull::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
What was your greatest challenge serving as a counselor?
Host CNS_Savar says:
Commander Claymore, and Captain Morgan were both challenges... they were unwilling to accept the help of a Counselor... especially me.  Claymore, I believe, still holds a gridge against me, as I am responsible for at least one, if not two, official reprimands on his record.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Oh my! ::wonders what happened there:: I suppose your sense of duty over rode anything else... huh.
Host CNS_Savar says:
My sense of duty proved to be greater than my personal attachments to anyone... with Commander Claymore... with Ensign Keely.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
Ah... yes. Do you think it hindered your ability to effectively counsel them?
Host CNS_Savar says:
::Looks up from the table:: Ah, welcome.  I'm afraid you're a little late, but there is still time.  Come in.. I'm Commander Savar Dickinson, previously Counselor aboard Arcadia Station.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CIV: Most definately.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CMO: Hi. I am Heather Llewellyn, Medical Specialist from the  Europa.
CMO_Santiago says:
CNS/CIV:  Hello,  I'm Lt Anita Santiago of the Huron.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CMO: The Huron?  How is Captain Sheridan?  I went through the Academy with her.
CMO_Santiago says:
CNS:  Capt Sheridan is good.  She has been going through a rough time at the moment.  Adjusting to Command and well people outside the ship trying to hurt her, but she will prevail.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CMO: She will prevail.  She was always a strong person of character.  We were discussing challenges we had as Counselors.
CMO_Santiago says:
CNS/CIV:  I'm afraid I don't have much experience in that field although I've had to step in a time or two during my career.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CNS: I think it is crucial to establish a rapport with the command staff, for they can either be a great help or hinderance.
CMO_Santiago says:
CIV:  Have you found them a hinderance ?
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CMO: When I was initially counselor aboard the Gryphon, Captain Spencer insisted on my being in a diplomatic discussion, but she ordered me not to speak unless spoken to, while the other officers she allowed a greater freedom in the discussion. It severely hampered my ability to assist.
CMO_Santiago says:
CIV:  That is too bad, its been my experience that Counsellors maybe pick up idiosyncracies that most including some med people would miss.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CMO: It is true. ::nods::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CNS: What would you have recommended I do in that situation?
Host CNS_Savar says:
CIV: Standing by in situations like that is difficult... but an order is an order.  They aren't called "suggestions"... I had a similar experience and simply had to deal with being left out of the negotiations.  The only relief was that I was not responsible for the fallout.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: True.
Host CNS_Savar says:
I'm afraid that our time has run out in this seminar room... however, I do have a temporary office, and wouldn't mind continuing our discussions there.
CMO_Santiago says:
CNS:  Oh dear, I'm sorry I was late.  ::Frowns::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CNS: I would love to continue to chat, but... Donnie is supposed to be here... and well.... ::smiles:: you know
Host CNS_Savar says:
::Nods, understanding:: CIV: I heard he was supposed to be here.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CIV: I will likely run into you again, since I might go see Doctor Cook myself.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CMO: Doctor, it was a pleasure meeting you.
CMO_Santiago says:
::Slowly stands up:: CNS/CIV:  It was great meeting the two of you.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CMO: I'm sorry you didn't arrive sooner.
CMO_Santiago says:
CNS:  IT was one of those days...  I ended up in surgery earlier on..  So much for holidays.  ::Grins::
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::smiles:: CMO: It was nice meeting you too.
Host CNS_Savar says:
::Stands from the table:: Good day to both of you.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::smiles as she sees who just arrived::
Host CNS_Savar says:
::Sees another familiar face enter the door:: CIV: I believe your escort is here.
CMO_Santiago says:
::SMiles and waves::  Enjoy the rest of the convention.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CMO: Thank you.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::holds herself back from rushing over to kiss him::
CMO_Santiago says:
::Nods to the doctor who just came in as she exits.::
CMO_Cook says:
::smiles at Heather::  CIV/CNS: How did the disscussion go?
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CNS: Indeed ::smiles at him:: CMO: Just fine.
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CMO: We were talking about challenges as Counselors, I spoke about August briefly, but you know her far more than I.
CMO_Cook says:
CIV: I have missed you, I am glad you got the chance to get away from the Europa
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
CMO: Wouldn't miss it for the world. CNS: I will be catching up with you later... unless you have something you wish to discuss with Donnie before we leave?
Host CNS_Savar says:
CIV/CMO: It's been good seeing both of you.  If you get a chance, I have a temporary office here.
Host CNS_Savar says:
CIV: No, I will likely see Donnie later.  CMO: I intend to stop by other seminars, and I assume I will likely run into you
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::smiles at Savar:: CNS: Great. We'll have to do that... in the meanwhile, ::turns to Donnie:: CMO: We have to get going, this meeting room needs to be reset for the next meeting.
CMO_Cook says:
CIV: You are right, CNS: Glad to see you again, I hope everything works out for you on the Luna
Host CIV_Llewellyn says:
::takes Donnie's hand, and guides him out of the meeting room into the hall::
Host CNS_Savar says:
CMO: Thank you.  ::Motions to allow the two of them to leave the room first::