Jovireh Velal
Security & Tactical
[TI18]
Posts: 2,609 Likes: 55
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Security/Tactical
Species: Betazoid/Romulan
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Post by Jovireh Velal on May 29, 2021 2:04:43 GMT
[Lt. Cmdr. Pierce Taggert - Front Ear - Park]His grin broadened upon hearing that she had been hoping for his help with more than just whomever they decided to promote. The commander was more than happy to do what he could, wherever he was able. "Is there anyone else you'd like me to spend some extra time with?" He asked, a glitter of amusement in his eyes. When Max interrupted, presumably to say the food was ready, Pierce rose back to his feet. "It's a good thing I remembered to arrive hungry," he answered with a laugh at the selection described. It did all sound wonderful, and he had missed their cooking almost as much as he had missed them. Grabbing a plate, he glanced over at Judy as she took her medication, a warm smile on his face as she commented on her health. "That's really good to hear. You had us all worried for awhile."
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Judith Eastman
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Grandma
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Rank: Civilian/other
Position: Civil Servant
Species: Human
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Post by Judith Eastman on May 29, 2021 3:13:22 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - Park]"Honestly, talk to as many people as you can, and see for yourself who you think you can do the most for," Judy advised. As for the health... "It's like magic, what the new heart has done to her," Max said. "Suddenly, I can't keep up anymore.""He never could keep up, but the point stands. It's a remarkable surgery. Feels like it gave me 20 years back, at least."She helped herself to a burger, enjoying the juicy goodness of it, and especially the garlic Max included in the recipe.
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Jovireh Velal
Security & Tactical
[TI18]
Posts: 2,609 Likes: 55
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Security/Tactical
Species: Betazoid/Romulan
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Post by Jovireh Velal on May 29, 2021 3:25:56 GMT
[Lt. Cmdr. Pierce Taggert - Front Ear - Park]Pierce nodded in acknowledgment of the invitation to use his discretion when it came to improving those in his temporary department. Already plans were forming in his mind, though he was content to drop the shop talk at least while they ate. He took a bite of his own burger, pausing for a moment to savor the taste. Maybe he would start spending his vacations here... "I'll take your word for it," he replied in regards to her review of the heart replacement. "I certainly hope I never need it myself." Joint replacement surgeries, however, he had accepted as inevitable. Thankfully, the Wyvern's CMO believed he had another few years of wear and tear before any became necessary. Injuries might shorten that time, depending on severity.
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Judith Eastman
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Posts: 2,593 Likes: 84
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Position: Civil Servant
Species: Human
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Post by Judith Eastman on May 29, 2021 23:35:05 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - Park]Judy chuckled. The surgery wasn't half-bad, all things considered, but it was a scary notion. Max noticed the amusement, as he chomped on a skewer. However, there were other matters to discuss. "One thing Judy might want to tell you about, and I'm not sure how much was in the dossier, is our lovely planet down there, Kerelia. We've spent a lot of time on holiday there, and it's part of her professional fiefdom too."It wasn't the most noticeable thing about the planet, but Judy and Max had posted a number of photos of themselves with the grandchildren, frolicking on the beach, to their social media.
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Jovireh Velal
Security & Tactical
[TI18]
Posts: 2,609 Likes: 55
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Security/Tactical
Species: Betazoid/Romulan
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Post by Jovireh Velal on May 29, 2021 23:44:23 GMT
[Lt. Cmdr. Pierce Taggert - Front Ear - Park]Pierce's eyebrows raised, his expression clearly impressed, as he wiped his mouth on a napkin before reply. "You've got a station and a planet? That's quite impressive, especially for a recently-minted Captain." The Lieutenant Commander would have expected the planetary operations to be run by an Admiral at least, if not the Federation government as a whole. But they clearly thought highly of her if they trusted her to manage it all. "How's the colony construction coming? Close to sending people down there to live yet?" It was fascinating that for as long as the galaxy had been thoroughly explored, there was still a planet open for colonization. He had to wonder how many more were still within their reach.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on May 30, 2021 1:56:00 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - Park]Judy nodded. "We're starting to populate it. I can give you the full tour sometime, but it's really a heck of a project. We have an apartment down there, too.""This whole operation is massive. That's why they need two captains," Max added. "Thea, Captain Baker, was my first officer, until she got bumped up to co-Captain. Hell of an officer, and having her in that position gives me more time for the family."This was exactly the kind of sentiment that earned Judy a (quick, tasteful) kiss from her infinitely appreciative husband.
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Jovireh Velal
Security & Tactical
[TI18]
Posts: 2,609 Likes: 55
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Security/Tactical
Species: Betazoid/Romulan
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Post by Jovireh Velal on May 30, 2021 5:48:20 GMT
[Lt. Cmdr. Pierce Taggert - Front Ear - Park]Polishing off the burger, he took a bite from the chicken skewer as he listened to the brief explanation behind the other Captain he'd be working for. "Younger, I'm assuming? More keen for adventure?" He replied with another playful grin between bites. It wasn't an insults in either direction, by any means, merely a statement of the way things were. Even he was beginning to feel his age more and more with every skirmish the Wyvern got into. Not like there were very many now that the war was over, primarily the occasional smuggler that instigated a fight in hopes they'd destroy the cargo rather than confiscate it. "I look forward to meeting her." If she was half as good an officer as Judy said she was, she was an officer worth knowing. And since the Sec/Tac department was currently divided between the ship and station, anyone he trained would be working for her as well, so it would be beneficial for everyone involved if he was able to have a conversation with her also before too long. "I'll be honest with you... Your request wasn't the only reason Command agreed to send me out here." Though he'd been honored to hear that she felt he was the best choice for her current need. "Commander Oswald at the Academy is nearing retirement. Apparently my name's on the list of people they're looking at to replace him. They want to see how well I can actually train someone before they stick me in a room full of green cadets." Of course, Pierce had no idea if he was even interested in the position. It'd come with a promotion, sure. And it would be good to be back on Earth, with such a regular schedule and predictable time off. He simply wasn't sure he had the patience for a bunch of kids.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Jun 2, 2021 2:50:19 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - Park]Judy nodded. Thea was indeed a younger, more adventurous officer. It helped that she still had all her original parts, and no children, of course, but then Judy had always been calculating. As for the Academy... "That sounds like a heck of a job," Max remarked, himself in between bites. "I'll put in a good word for you, and you'll have to earn it," Judy added, only half-joking. "Consider that your challenge - earning the gushing rec letter you're going to get."
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Jovireh Velal
Security & Tactical
[TI18]
Posts: 2,609 Likes: 55
Rank: Senior Chief Petty Officer
Position: Chief of Security/Tactical
Species: Betazoid/Romulan
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Jun 2, 2021 6:18:11 GMT
[Lt. Cmdr. Pierce Taggert - Front Ear - Park]Pierce laughed, holding up his hands to slow down the plans. "Whoa there, I'm not entirely sure I'm going to accept it. There's a lot of pros and cons to weigh." He wasn't sure he wanted to spend his pre-retirement years grounded. But if he didn't take the position now, it would likely not be available again when he wanted it to be. And there was the matter of not knowing how good of a teacher he would be, which was precisely why he was here. "We'll see how much of my hair has turned gray by the time the Wyvern picks me up," he decided with another laugh before turning back to his food. He had no doubt it would be a stressful few months, he just wanted to know how stressful it would be before deciding to teach full-time and long-term.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Jun 2, 2021 20:23:46 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - Park]
"I don't know; I think grey would suit you," Judy quipped. "Don't try to fight it," Max added on that same note. He'd accepted his greys quite quickly, egged on by his loving wife.
"Whatever you decide, I'll back your play," Judy concluded. "Now, that's enough shop talk, for real."
Max nodded.
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