Chance Bennigan: ATTENTION! StarseekerToNEN: ::^-^:: joymudd: I'm actually 9. Mara Ryell: ::AA:: Sarah L Mollin: ::AA:: joymudd: ::AA:: JKB USS Alaric: ::AA:: ZMordonnon: @@ MoonshadowsToNEN: ::^-^:: LtEthanChastain: ::@@:: OnlineHost: âGeoff Mercidaâ has entered the room. ZMordonnon: Geoff! Rikka Kilgarran: ::hands Mr Mercida a ::AA:: thingie:: Geoff Mercida: ::AA:: AlexKilgarran: Thank You COmmander. Chance Bennigan: ::nods:: they're all yours Captain AlexKilgarran: I'd like to welcome you all to the First Anniversary Celebration for the USS Lovisa LtEthanChastain: LtEthanChastain: ::pulls the confetti cord:: Geoff Mercida: ::puts on his party hat:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Looks in annoyance as paper bits get in fur:: AlexKilgarran: Mr. Mordonnon has provided quite a spread for us over in the corner... LtEthanChastain: ::sees food, beelines:: ZMordonnon: Indeed Captain.... AlexKilgarran: And along the wall and.... :::notices all the delecacies:::: StarseekerToNEN: ::Brushes little bits of paper out of her fur:: AlexKilgarran: Mr. Bennigan remind me to send the bill for all of this to Commodore Pierce at the Academy.... OnlineHost: âCaptKylePierceâ has entered the room. joymudd: :: Shakes head sadly, again, seeing the carbon based life form's obcession with exotic fuels... :: Chance Bennigan: Yes sir ZMordonnon: Zel>::::putting on the accoutrments that go with her dress::: CaptKylePierce: ::stares:: CaptKylePierce: ::smirks brightly:: StarseekerToNEN: >Moon> Shall we see what is available? JKB USS Alaric: :: watches everyone quietly:: LtEthanChastain: ::starts picking at the food table:: AlexKilgarran: Well then... feel free to mingle and enjoy each other's company for a few minutes and grab some grub....we don't want the Commodore to find out that we wasted all his food.... CaptKylePierce: Too late... CaptKylePierce: ::makes a note:: CaptKylePierce: JKB USS Alaric: ::gets a Raktajino:: joymudd: :: Relaxes... :: ZMordonnon: ::::opening stasis platters and boxes, pointing out to Sonya the lead server what to put WHERE:::: Mara Ryell: ::watches Ethan already digging in:: AlexKilgarran: We'll get your attention again when we need it in a few minutes.... LtEthanChastain: ::strolls over and gets a glass of white wineLL LtEthanChastain: ::* MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Nose wrinkles, whiskers back at alcohol smell:: Chance Bennigan: ::nods and moves over to the food table:: Rikka Kilgarran: ::strolls along the buffet, looking for something kid-friendly:: JKB USS Alaric: :wondrs if there is any Hasparat:: CaptKylePierce: ::moves in, in his dress uniform, his boxed pip shining brightly:: Ooh... a party... Geoff Mercida: ::pushes his glasses up and moves over to the buffett and tries to find some popcorn:: Sarah L Mollin: ::sits in the corner furthest from the food:: StarseekerToNEN: >Moon> You don't consume alcohol, do you? MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Makes sure her fut is licked inot place, collar straight:: AlexKilgarran: :::goes over to Sarah:::: ZMordonnon: ::::pulling out the platter of MINI Hesparat hors duevres:::: Sarah L Mollin: ::looks up, a little sad-faced:: Hi. Mara Ryell: :::strolls along the buffet table, looking for the chocolate::: JKB USS Alaric: ::eyes the hors duevres!:: joymudd: :: Acquires as pure a glass of water as she can find, in a fancy glass that implies it might be something else... :: Chance Bennigan: ::pulls out a bottle of romulan ale, and sets it among the wines:: ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>::::sneaks up behind Geoff:::*I* have what you're looking for... Rikka Kilgarran: ::finds a fancy glass thing with sticks of chocolate covered pocky, and helps hersefl:: Rikka Kilgarran: *herself Mara Ryell: :::sees the Romulan Ale and grins at Commander Bennigan::: AlexKilgarran: Hi..... Geoff Mercida: ::turns around to face Anderson:: Oh you do do you? ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>::::holding a large bowl of Altarian popcorn::: LtEthanChastain: ::looks at Mara, moving to the buffet table:: Hey Mara. Sarah L Mollin: ::softly:: Where did Starfleet find this caterer? CaptKylePierce: ::eyes the contents of the table, smiling happily at the selection:: JKB USS Alaric: ::munches his food and drinks his Rakdajino JKB USS Alaric: *:: joymudd: :: Retreats a bit, trying to get a feel and flow of the room. :: Chance Bennigan: ::picks up a club BLT from the buffet selection:: Mara Ryell: :::putting a piece of chocolate cake on her plate::: Not calling me "Lieutenant" anymore? ZMordonnon: Zel> ::::fussing and adjusting Chris's bahat baldric:::There m'love.... JKB USS Alaric: ::has to go...company stopped by:: CaptKylePierce: The caterer certainly has outdone himself. Geoff Mercida: Chris>::fussing a bit:: Chance Bennigan: ::turns and moves over to Joy:: LtEthanChastain: ::smirks:: Would you like me to continue callin' you that? Chance Bennigan: ((good night JKB)) Mara Ryell: ((bye JKB)) JKB USS Alaric: I have to go. Happy Party. joymudd: :: Smiles at Chance :: joymudd: ( See you about, JKB! ) AlexKilgarran: Not sure exactly but everything looks pretty good don't you think? JKB USS Alaric: ((ty bbs)) OnlineHost: âJKB USS Alaricâ has left the room. Chance Bennigan: How are you Counselor, you seem a little quiet Mara Ryell: ::looks at Ethan and shrugs:: It's not really important to me. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Wanders over to table, sniffing at dishes, looking wide eyed:: ZMordonnon: >Zel>Chris> You look handsome as always....<q> bang chab'oy :::wicked grin::: Geoff Mercida: ::eyes get large at the popcorn:: Sweet. Sarah L Mollin: ::not sure she wants to get caught up in the "eat something" trap:: Mm-hmm. joymudd: I am doing well, but, yes, a little quiet. LtEthanChastain: Why are you so hostile? ::sips his wine:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Walks beside Moon as she approaches the table:: Chance Bennigan: You're not accustomed to these kinds of parties are you Mara Ryell: Hostile? This isn't hostile, Ethan. ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>Geoff> I thought you would like this... Mara Ryell: ::takes a small bite of her chocolate cake:: CaptKylePierce: ::Takes something that looks to resemble celery and takes a bit:: Sweet tasting vegetable... they'll think up everything. ::looks around for the Captain or Commander:: joymudd: Oh... Yes and no. I have attended some. I just am not sure how well I belong. Geoff Mercida: Chris>::blushes:: AlexKilgarran: You should eat something, Love.... really.... ZMordonnon: ::::making sure the buffet is replenished as people take what they want::: Geoff Mercida: ::takes a handfull of popcorn:: YOu know how to treat aman. LtEthanChastain: Well it ain't hospitality, either. ::chuckles:: I just want to be your friend, Mara, that's all. Sarah L Mollin: ::sighing:: I know. CaptKylePierce: ::moves to a set of big bay windows and looks out at the stars:: Chance Bennigan: You're a fine member of this crew Counselor, and I'm quite happy to see you attending this celebration joymudd: :: Smiles :: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Sees claws that smell like fish.. takes a plate:: Mara Ryell: Oh, is that all. ::laughs:: It'll take more than a midnight snack and a game of velocity, Doctor. ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>Geoff> (q) Just so you know...I am the "Marrying Kind." LtEthanChastain: Shall I send you a singing hologram, and some flowers too? Shall I polish your boots too? ZMordonnon: ::::setting out the Grabfoot Tartar on the RAW end of the buffet::: StarseekerToNEN: ::Follows Moon's example, taking a plate of claws:: Chance Bennigan: ::puts his hand on Joy's shoulder:: go ahead and mingle, and enjoy yourself MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Looks for Milk.. finds a bowl:: joymudd: :: Nods :: I shall, :: Slightly sad, lost :: Rikka Kilgarran: ::follows Moon to the milk, but gets hers in a glass:: CaptKylePierce: ::misses being in active duty on a Starship:: AlexKilgarran: :::takes her hand gently:::: ZMordonnon: Zel> ::::taking Chris's arm:::>Shall we go? Make an entrance fashionably late as they say....::smiling:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Finds a seeat at a table... joymudd: :: retreats, taking a sip of her drink. :: Sarah L Mollin: ::almost too softly to be heard:: I've missed you. It's not the same, when things are so busy. StarseekerToNEN: ::Picks up a bowl of milk, then joins Moon at her table:: Chance Bennigan: ::sighs and walks over to Kyle:: Mara Ryell: ::laughs some more::: So that's your idea of friendship? No wonder we got off on the wrong foot. ::acts like she's telling a secret:: I don't generally get flowers and singing holograms from my friends. CaptKylePierce: ::turns and smiles:: Commander Bennigan, how nice to see you again. ::offers hand:: LtEthanChastain: Well, what's your definition of a friend then? Geoff Mercida: Chris>::smiles at Zel:: After you my lady Chance Bennigan: ::shakes Kyle's hand:: It's been too long Commodore, how have you been? StarseekerToNEN: >Rikka> Would you like to sit with Moon and I? Geoff Mercida: ::starts to kind of choke on a peice of popcorn:: Rikka Kilgarran: ::nods, careful not to bounce and spill her milk:: Thank you! CaptKylePierce: Not too bad, not to bad. Alyssa just recently made Lieutenant on the Patronus, and she's been promoted to Assistant Chief in charge of Medical. ::shrugs:: Growing more like her mother everyday. CaptKylePierce: And yourself? ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>::::pats on Geoff's back:::>oh! you are NOT Going to get away THAT easy Geoff Mercida... MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Takes a claw, crunches through the shell with her teeth and picks out the meat with HER claws:: Chance Bennigan: Well it seems that this ship has a knack for getting into trouble....and finding it's way back out again. Rikka Kilgarran: ::drinks her milk and eats her handful of pocky:: Mara Ryell: ::taking another bite of cake, swallows and frowns:: I don't have a ready definition. Do you? I don't bother much with friends these days. CaptKylePierce: ::smirks:: Signs of a great command team, if I do say so myself. AlexKilgarran: :::leans over and gives Sarah a peck on the cheek:::: Time to do some business..... LtEthanChastain: Maybe you should. ::another sip:: AlexKilgarran: :::stands up.....:::: Sarah L Mollin: ::nods:: AlexKilgarran: I'll be right back.... Sarah L Mollin: ::it's always business:: Okay. Geoff Mercida: ::Grins as the popcorn comes right back up:: I'm sorry.. AlexKilgarran: :::heads over to Chance:::: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Chews noisily, swallows:: Good! Chance Bennigan: Thankyou Commander. I did have the pleasure of sharing my christmas with my sister and a Sivaoan, which was intriguing to say the least StarseekerToNEN: ::Breaks claw with teeth, then uses her claws to pull out the meat contained within the shell:: Chance Bennigan: ((Commodore*)) Mara Ryell: Don't have a reason to. ::nods in Joy's direction:: The counselor and I have been getting along pretty well. And there's always the lounge for company. CaptKylePierce: ::nods:: I talked with an Ambassador the other day who was Sivaoan. Quite the character, I must say. ZMordonnon: ZeL>::::arriving on Chris's arm, dressed in matching outfits, NOT quite wedding attire but close:::: AlexKilgarran: :::comes up to Pierce and Chance:::: Excuse me Commodore.... Commander... its time..... LtEthanChastain: Basic relationships. What about someone you can trust, talk to, play games with, just have a good time with? Don't you ever yearn for that? Mara Ryell: :::notices Zel and Chris in their fancy outfits::: Geoff Mercida: Chris>::enters the room with Zel a smile on his face:: Chance Bennigan: ::nods and smiles:: I suppose it is joymudd: :: Notes Sarah as free, but the CO and XO seem to be gathering attention... :: CaptKylePierce: ::motions to Alex:: By all means... ::smiles and takes a step back towards the table:: Mara Ryell: There are plenty of people to talk to. I've got you to play Velocity with ... AlexKilgarran: :::smiles::: It is good to see you again Commodore..... MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Ears perk up, swivel, shamelessly listens in on coomodore and Mr Bennigan:: AlexKilgarran: Its been a long time Mara Ryell: ::grins:: You don't seem like the most sociable type yourself. CaptKylePierce: Yes, Captain, yes it has. StarseekerToNEN: ::Chews for a moment, then swallows:: Good is the right word, Moon. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Crunches another claw:: CaptKylePierce: You seem to be running quite the ship over here. We're all glad. Geoff Mercida: ::sees Zel and Chris walk in:: Well would you look at that? MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Licks bits of pippius off her whiskers:: LtEthanChastain: I enjoy my solitude, but I also enjoy having friendships that I can trust to withstand my complexities. ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>:::leans her forehead against Geoff's forehead smiling, but then is dismayed when he turns to the door::: Mara Ryell: ::looks at Ethan:: And have you found that? LtEthanChastain: I'm working on it. ::smirks at her slightly:: ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>:::notices for herself...Zel and Chris:::: Rikka Kilgarran: ::would go get more pocky but doesn't think she should eat that much in the way of sweets:: AlexKilgarran: Thank you Sir... Commander if you would accompany me to the podiem we can get every one back to their meals quickly.. StarseekerToNEN: ::Eats another claw, savouring the taste:: MoonshadowsToNEN: WOuld you like to crunch claws, Rikka? Chance Bennigan: Certainly Captain ::follows Alex:: AlexKilgarran: ::::heads for the front and the podium:::: Mara Ryell: ::gives him an odd look:: If you'll excuse me, Doctor. ::moves towards Joy:: ZMordonnon: :::::seeing to it that EVERYONE has food and drink to their liking, mingling with a portable coffee carafe offering refills::: Rikka Kilgarran: ::looks at the claws:: No, thank you. I don't think they'd taste right after all that sugar I just ate. LtEthanChastain: ::frowns, shrugs, and moves to a chair in the back:: AlexKilgarran: ::::steps up to the lecutrn:::: Chance Bennigan: ::stands slightly back and to the right of Alex:: joymudd: :: Glances at Mara, then returns attention to the captain. :: AlexKilgarran: :::clears his throat::: Mara Ryell: ::: smiles at Joy, then looks up at Alex:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Watches as the Captain steps up to the lectern:: ZMordonnon: >Rikka> Transition is the KEY young one...try some bread or crackers....and then the Pipius claws....:::smiling:: AlexKilgarran: Ladies and Gentlemen.... MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Looks up at captain, changtes angle of ears:: ZMordonnon: Zel>:::Standing at the back of the room, giving Alex her attention:::: AlexKilgarran: I'll let you all get back to your conversations and your meals soon. Geoff Mercida: ::looks foward at the captain:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Listens intently as the Captain begins to speak:: AlexKilgarran: I'd like to thank you all again for comming this evening....I do hope you are enjoying yourselves. ZMordonnon: Zel>:::stroking Chris's firm hand as she holds his arm:::: AlexKilgarran: We do have a few awards to hand out and I believe Mr. Pierce has a message he'd like to deliver from the Admiralty..... CaptKylePierce: ::nods and steps up to the podium:: CaptKylePierce: Thank you, Captain. CaptKylePierce: These occasions are always blessed ones. CaptKylePierce: I remember when the Meridian hit her first year, it was such a nice feeling. ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>:::turns her attention to the podium::: CaptKylePierce: You have all earned it. You have all been here, contributed, worked with each other, and this night is an attribute to your own accomplishments. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Crunch:: ZMordonnon: ::::signaling the servers to pull back while the speeches are going on::: CaptKylePierce: I am glad that I had the honor of being here tonight to commend you on a year finely done. From Admiral Cate and Vice Admiral Radetzky, along with myself, I wish you many more years to come. CaptKylePierce: ::Raises glass:: To the Lovisa... Geoff Mercida: ::raises his popcorn bucket as he does not have a dring:: joymudd: :: Lifts her glass, briefly :: Lovisa.... Rikka Kilgarran: ::milk moustache:: AlexKilgarran: :::raises a glas of his own::: Here here..... Mara Ryell: ::raises a glass:: Chance Bennigan: Here Here Sarah L Mollin: ::just smiles:: LtEthanChastain: ::raises glass:: Lovisa... ::smirks and drinks:: CaptKylePierce: ::nods to Alex:: Thank you, Captain. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Raises her bowl of Milk, watches humanoids curiously as they pursue their custom:: AlexKilgarran: Thank you Commodore... ZMordonnon: Zel>::::pulling her engagement dagger and raising it:::To the Lovisa... Geoff Mercida: Chris>::raises his blade:: AlexKilgarran: All right then... the first thing I need to do is ... Ensign Joy Nine ... front and Center. joymudd: :: Mildly surprised... steps forward. :: StarseekerToNEN: ::Raises bowl, then waits and watches:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Puts down bowl, and begins to lick her fingers clean:: AlexKilgarran: Ensign.... My apologies for missing it a few weeks ago but it works out well that we did this tonight... joymudd: :: Out of old habit, looks back to make sure there is a clear path of retreat... :: Mara Ryell: :::mouth curves slightly, amused at Joy's surprise::: AlexKilgarran: You passed your 20th consecutive sim a few weeks ago. I therefore award you Starfleets Bronze Leaf for Attendance. AlexKilgarran: :::pins her:::Congratulations Couselor.... joymudd: :: 27% red :: Thank you, captain. LtEthanChastain: ::smiles:: Congrats! AlexKilgarran: :::applauds:::: StarseekerToNEN: ::Sets bowl back on table:: Geoff Mercida: ::claps:: Mara Ryell: ::claps:: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Emulates a humanoid applasue:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Follows Moon's example re applause:: joymudd: :: not sure if she should run away yet. :: ZMordonnon: ::::setting up the servers with trays of poured Romulan Ale and Andorian Citrus punch, they are BOTH blue:::: Sarah L Mollin: ::smiles:: AlexKilgarran: Commander Bennigan..... joymudd: :: Nods to the captain, and retreats :: ZMordonnon: :::getting them to pass thru the crowd and leave the appropriate drink for a post ceremony toast, Citrus punch to those who don't DO alcohol or CAN'T::: AlexKilgarran: Tonight marks your 10th consecutive sim...... joymudd: :: Looks back :: AlexKilgarran: It is my honor to award you Starfleets Bronze Leaf for Attendance AlexKilgarran: :::pins him:::: Congraulations..... Mara Ryell: ::applauds:: Chance Bennigan: Thankyou Sir joymudd: :: Settles back next to Mara :: AlexKilgarran: :::applauds:::: LtEthanChastain: ::grins again... applauds:: joymudd: :: Applauds :: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Applauds politely:: Mara Ryell: ::whispers to Joy:: Congrats! Geoff Mercida: ::applauds again:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: Sarah L Mollin: ::claps quietly:: joymudd: :: 29% red :: Thank you, Mara. Chance Bennigan: ::smiles and takes his place back and to the right of Alex again:: ZMordonnon: Zel>:::accepts a Romulan Ale from a passing server:::: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Takes a drink of ther Milk, savors the taste::3 AlexKilgarran: Ensign Joy Nine..... AlexKilgarran: Front and Center. joymudd: :: Blinks :: Mara Ryell: ::stifles a laugh and holds Joy's glass of water for her:: joymudd: :: Didn't I already do this once??? :: ZMordonnon: Sonya>::::approaches Moon:::>You don't do alcohol? :::observing the milk:::THIS is for the toast later:::placing an Andorian Citrus Punch at her place::: joymudd: :: Steps forward :: MoonshadowsToNEN: Thank you... ::sniffs glass:: Chance Bennigan: ::grins:: AlexKilgarran: Ensign.... StarseekerToNEN: ::Drinks a little milk, then picks up a claw:: AlexKilgarran: My records indicate that you have shown tireless devotion to this crew AlexKilgarran: Doubtless it is because you don't require sleep.... joymudd: :: 34% red :: AlexKilgarran: Excellent attendance.... joymudd: :: 39% red :: AlexKilgarran: Again... you don't get sick..... AlexKilgarran: And excellent log writing... joymudd: :: 42% red :: AlexKilgarran: Doubtless because you carry around a word processor on your shoulders..... ZMordonnon: Sonya>:::turns and leaves Starseeker an Andorian Citrus punch for her as well::::>Here you go for later...compliments of Commander Bennigan Rikka Kilgarran: ::watches Joy gradually get redder:: AlexKilgarran: How do you Plead Counselor? joymudd: Um.... Do I get to consult a laywer? LtEthanChastain: ::whispers:: Plead insanity. joymudd: :: 49% red :: Mara Ryell: ::takes some Romulan ale from a passing waiter:: AlexKilgarran: A Counselor, Counselor? ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>::::picking stray lint and popcorn crumbs from Geoff's jacket::: Chance Bennigan: Counselor, you wouldn't refuse to answer the Captain would you? joymudd: :: 52% red :: joymudd: I'll plea no contest, then. Rikka Kilgarran: ::loud whisper:: That means guilty, doesn't it? AlexKilgarran: With the power vested in me by CPA I here by award you the rank of Lieutenant Junior grade.... AlexKilgarran: With all the rights and privileges here to. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Brushes the back of Rikka's hand with her tail:: Rikka Kilgarran: ::giggles softly:: joymudd: :: 55% red :: AlexKilgarran: Commander make a note to adjust her pay accordingly....the standard 10% pay cut. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Applauds noisily:: CaptKylePierce: ::Claps:: Yeah! LtEthanChastain: ::cheers:: Congratulations! StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds happily:: Chance Bennigan: Yes sir, it will be noted joymudd: :: Hopes he doesn't follow the tradition of stabbing deeper until he draws blood.... :: Mara Ryell: ::::claps loudly:::: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: Congratulations Joy! AlexKilgarran: :::pins the pip in Joys collar:::: Mara Ryell: Congrats Joy! AlexKilgarran: Congratulations Lieutenant. AlexKilgarran: :::applauds:::: joymudd: Thank you, sir. Sarah L Mollin: ::applauds very quietly, not feeling well:: Geoff Mercida: ::claps:: AlexKilgarran: Lieutenant Dr. Sarah Mollin Kilgarran.... step forward please. joymudd: :: retreats :: ZMordonnon: Zel>:::places her drink on a nearby table, to free her hands to applaud::: Mara Ryell: ::hands Joy's water back to her and smiles:: joymudd: :: Accepts water... Almost wishes for the possibility of something stronger. :: Mara Ryell: :::sees Joy eyeing her Romulan Ale::: ZMordonnon: Sonya>:::watching the Counselor, offers a Romulan Ale::: AlexKilgarran: Congratulations, Sarah.. You have served this ship faithfully for a full year.... Sarah L Mollin: ::gets her queasiness under control and stands there:: joymudd: Not to worry. :: ATo Sonya :: No thank you, really. AlexKilgarran: I here by award you the One Year Service Star....:::hands her the box::::: AlexKilgarran: Congratulations. ZMordonnon: Sonya>:::nodding:: Just thought to offer... AlexKilgarran: :::applauds:::: Sarah L Mollin: ::smiles and takes the box:: Thank you. LtEthanChastain: ::claps:: Geoff Mercida: ::claps very loudly:: AlexKilgarran: Lieutenant Doctor Ethan Chastain. Mara Ryell: ::cheers!:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::bangs tail on table, claps:: LtEthanChastain: ::stands and moves up:: Yes, sir. joymudd: Sonya> Appreciated, but... :: Joins applause :: Mara Ryell: ::eyes follow Ethan:: ZMordonnon: Sonya>:::moves and makes sure the WHOLE room has gotten a drink::: AlexKilgarran: Doctor, you were one of the early members of this crew.... one of the first in fact. AlexKilgarran: It is my honor to present you with the One Year Service Star ::::hands him the box:::::: AlexKilgarran: Congratulations AlexKilgarran: ::::applauds:::: Sarah L Mollin: ::applauds:: joymudd: :: Applauds :: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: Mara Ryell: :::claps::: LtEthanChastain: Thank you, sir! ::smiles and steps down:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Claps:: AlexKilgarran: Lieutenant Geoff Mercida Geoff Mercida: ::snaps awake and walks foward:: ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>::::applauding:::: AlexKilgarran: I am honored to present you with a One Year Service Star AlexKilgarran: :::hands him the box::::Congratulations AlexKilgarran: ::::applauds:::: Geoff Mercida: ::takes the box and shakes Alex's hand:: Thank you sir. Mara Ryell: ::applauds!:: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: AlexKilgarran: Lieutenant Drizella Glon ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>:::smiling widely:::: ZMordonnon: Zel>:::blinks and steps forward::: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Clapping politely, makes not it is time for shots and must make appointment:: AlexKilgarran: Congratulations, Lieutenant... you have survived a year of working under Mr. Mercida.... joymudd: :: Smiles :: AlexKilgarran: I am not certain that shouldn't qualify you for two awards.... ZMordonnon: Zel>:::smilng wryly::: Mara Ryell: ::laughing quietly:: Rikka Kilgarran: ::giggles:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Whiskers spraed in smile, tips of fangs show:: AlexKilgarran: :::hands her the box::: Sadly I only have a One Year Service Star for you.... Geoff Mercida: ::claps even louder AlexKilgarran: Congratulations. AlexKilgarran: :::applauds::::: Mara Ryell: ::cheers!:: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: joymudd: :: Claps. :: Sarah L Mollin: ::nudges Alex:: There is this... ::hands him a box of somewhat stale popcorn:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Thumps table with tail:: ZMordonnon: Zel>Alex> I already have the 2nd award...Sir....:::looking over at Chris::: AlexKilgarran: I'm not sure thats an award.... StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: AlexKilgarran: I suppose you do at that.... AlexKilgarran: Congrautlations Lieutenant. AlexKilgarran: Commander Chance Bennigan. Geoff Mercida: Chris>::smiles and claps;: Chance Bennigan: ::laughs and applauds:: Chance Bennigan: yes sir, steps forward AlexKilgarran: It has been an honor and a priveledge to serve with you this past year.... ZMordonnon: :::sending Sonya up to the podium with a tray SPECIFICALLY for the Brass, Romulan Ale all around:::: AlexKilgarran: I am quite certain that this ship would not be here if you had chosen a different assignment. AlexKilgarran: Your One Year Service Star, Commander..... Chance Bennigan: Thankyou sir, that means a great deal to me AlexKilgarran: :::hands him the box:::: Congratulations, Commander Mara Ryell: ::cheers loudly:: LtEthanChastain: ::claps again:: AlexKilgarran: :::applauds:::: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: AlexKilgarran: :::checks his card:::: Hmmm well then.... Chance Bennigan: ::takes 2 steps back:: Captain Alex Kilgarran MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Applauds:: AlexKilgarran: :::raises a brow::: ZMordonnon: :::applauding from just a step down from the podium::: Chance Bennigan: step forward sir AlexKilgarran: :::turns:::: joymudd: :: Applauds :: joymudd: :: Wonders if they could have done dueling stars from 10 paces... :: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: AlexKilgarran: :::steps forward::: Chance Bennigan: You have lead this ship with strength, wisdom, and integrity... Chance Bennigan: You have earned the trust of myself and the entire crew...it is my honor to bestow upon you your One Year Service Star... Chance Bennigan: ::pins the star onto Alex:: LtEthanChastain: AlexKilgarran: Thank you Commander.... Chance Bennigan: Congratulations Sir StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds noisily:: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: joymudd: :: Applauds :: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Whispers to Rikka:: Who is that man? Mara Ryell: ::cheers!:: AlexKilgarran: It seems I have one more..... MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Apllauds:: AlexKilgarran: Lieutenant Drizella Glon.... Rikka Kilgarran: ::whispers back:: Which man? MoonshadowsToNEN: The one we trust? Rikka Kilgarran: ::giggles:: ZMordonnon: Zel>::::steps BACK up onto the podium:::: AlexKilgarran: It seems I do have a secord award for you after all Lieutenant..... ZMordonnon: Zel>:::smiling:::Thank you Captain... AlexKilgarran: Several weeks back you passed your 25th Consecutive sim...... AlexKilgarran: That is impressive. AlexKilgarran: It is my honor to present you with Starfleets Silver Leaf for Attendance ZMordonnon: Zel>Alex>It's a JOY to be here sir..... AlexKilgarran: Congrautlations.... MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Smacks tail on table again:: Geoff Mercida: ::claps:: AlexKilgarran: :::applauds:::: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: Geoff Mercida: Chris::APPLAUDES:: joymudd: :: Applauds :: AlexKilgarran: Lieutenant Mollin-Kilgarran...... Sarah L Mollin: ::looks up:: Ah... Captain? AlexKilgarran: You bearly squeeked through with this one Lieutenant..... joymudd: :: Wonders if Moon's tail is going to make it... :: Sarah L Mollin: ::stands up again and gets all formal-like:: AlexKilgarran: But I do have a Starfleet Gold Leaf for Attendance for you.....50 sims in a row...... AlexKilgarran: Congratulations...... LtEthanChastain: Sarah L Mollin: ::looks a little pale:: Thank you, sir. Mara Ryell: Congrats! joymudd: :: Applauds... but is a bit concerned... :: Chance Bennigan: ::applauds:: That's very impressive Lieutenant MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Thumps tail again:: AlexKilgarran: That is all I have for this evening....I'd like to give all of our winners this evening a big round of applause AlexKilgarran: ::::claps in a circle::::: Mara Ryell: ::takes a nice long sip of her Romulan Ale:: Mara Ryell: :::claps again::: StarseekerToNEN: ::Applauds:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::goes back to clapping:: Chance Bennigan: ::claps as well:: joymudd: :: Claps :: AlexKilgarran: Mr. Bennigan you wanted to say a few words.... LtEthanChastain: ::claps:: Chance Bennigan: yes sir ::steps up to the podium:: ZMordonnon: :::smiling at the back of the room by the buffet table::: Sarah L Mollin: ::sits back down in her quiet corner:: AlexKilgarran: :::Steps back and gives Sarah a wink:::: Chance Bennigan: To my fellow crewmembers, over this past year, I've had the good fortune to get to know you, and work alongside you. For you, I propose a toast.... Sarah L Mollin: ::puts a hand on her middle and rubs gently:: joymudd: :: Makes a note of another seeking quiet corners... :: ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>:::sitting just behind Geoff, with her chin on his left shoulder:::<q> Congratulations...... Chance Bennigan: ::takes a glass of romulan ale and raises it up:: Mara Ryell: ::raises her almost empty glass:: LtEthanChastain: ::Raises his wine glass:: ZMordonnon: Zel>:::raises her dagger again, as she left her drink in the back of the room::: Sarah L Mollin: ::has no glass, doesn't want a glass, but smiles:: AlexKilgarran: ::::lifts his glass::::: Rikka Kilgarran: ::has more milk:: Chance Bennigan: To the crew of the USS Lovisa, you are my shipmates, and you are my friends... StarseekerToNEN: ::Raises glass of Andorian citrus punch:: MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Raisees her fruit juice:: Chance Bennigan: I would not be here today if it were not for your brilliance, ingenuity, and courage.... joymudd: :: Raises water... :: Chance Bennigan: A wonderful year has passed, and I am a better person for it, as are we all... Chance Bennigan: May we be blessed with many more years of good fortune... To the Lovisa! LtEthanChastain: Lovisa! Sarah L Mollin: ::claps:: Geoff Mercida: <<I hate to run everyone but I do work early.. See you all next week. And congragulations to all>> joymudd: Lovisa... CaptKylePierce: ::raises glass:: Make me look bad... Sarah L Mollin: (( Night Geoff! )) StarseekerToNEN: Lovisa! MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Tosses her drink ,,, makes a face:: ZMordonnon: Yeoman Anderson>:::raises her glass of Romulan Ale:::LOvisa! Rikka Kilgarran: Yay Lovisa! ::drinks milk:: Chance Bennigan: ::drinks the delectable ale:: StarseekerToNEN: Drains half the glass:: Mara Ryell: :::echoes the toast and finishes off the rest of her ale:: OnlineHost: âGeoff Mercidaâ has left the room. joymudd: :: Finishes her glass, and puts it down. :: AlexKilgarran: Here here.... AlexKilgarran: :::steps back up to the podium:::: That concludes the business portion of our program for this evening. I apologize for holding you all over. AlexKilgarran: Feel free to stay and mingle if you like. AlexKilgarran: The food is paid for.. Right Commodore Pierce? StarseekerToNEN: ::Crunch:: CaptKylePierce: Of course. CaptKylePierce: Care of the CPA Admiralty. MoonshadowsToNEN: ::Eats another claw:: Chance Bennigan: I would love to stay and mingle, but I have class tomorrow, so goodnight everybody! ZMordonnon: Zel>:::steps up to the podium:::>Captain if I may, I have a REQUEST of you..... Mara Ryell: ::suddenly likes the admiralty a whole lot:: AlexKilgarran: The Bar is Open....Enjoy yourselves....We'll pick up with our plot Next week. OnlineHost: âChance Benniganâ has left the room. AlexKilgarran: Oh? CaptKylePierce: Congrats, Lovisa! Mara Ryell: ::nods to Joy:: I should be on my way. CaptKylePierce: Have a splended second year! ::waves, downs his drinks, and walks:: OnlineHost: âCaptKylePierceâ has left the room. LtEthanChastain: That Commodore sure is a character. joymudd: I too. I shall see you about.... LtEthanChastain: See you all next week - hopefully. ZMordonnon: Zel>Alex> I would be honored if YOU would officiate at a wedding.....Chris has consented to be my husband.... Mara Ryell: Bye everyone! OnlineHost: âMara Ryellâ has left the room. AlexKilgarran: I am honored. LtEthanChastain: ::Follows Mara:: OnlineHost: âLtEthanChastainâ has left the room.