Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Sept 7, 2021 20:47:18 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]The couple laughed at the question of order. That was trivial enough for them not to have a preference. The last comment on the subject of the dogs amused them as well. "Well, as you can see here, we're in the town square of the colony. It's a nice, outdoors communal space," Judy pointed out, launching into a tour. "We took the planning decision to build a city for people - pedestrians - and squeeze in motor vehicles almost as an afterthought. Far too many urban planners do the opposite - building a city for cars."Car-centric design on Earth had peaked before WWIII, but other planets had stuck to it into the warp age, usually relying on flying cars to enable that.
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Myker Vulbrix
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Species: Betazoid
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Sept 10, 2021 14:39:28 GMT
[ Myker Vulbrix - LZ-2 Colony] Myker wasn’t serious about the order of their names so the laugh was exactly what he’d expected. It was trivial for most people and Myker wouldn’t have given it much thought beyond his teasing statement. Myker glanced around them some more as Judy launched into the tour. He nodded about the communal space, he had no words to add. Communal spaces were the bane of his existence, no matter where they were located. He was not a community Betazoid, usually preferring his own company and that of a select few. His attention shifted back to Judy when she went on to explain the planning aspect of the colony. He nodded again in answer but did manage some actual words, ”That is a smart design choice, cities are for people after all.” He said observing exactly how the town square seemed to match up to the description Judy gave of the design choice. ”Have you got many people here on Kerelia?” The Betazoid asked, curiosity evident. His studies in Anthropology and xenology was the source. Colony’s often could be the start of entire civilizations . He ought to have taken a tour of Kerelia much sooner. Judith Eastman
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Sept 10, 2021 18:54:50 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]"Right now, the population is just upwards of 1000 people, but we're planning to quadruple that in the next two years," Judy answered. "So, it's a smaller settlement, for now.""It's not often that you get to see a planet get settled starting from nothing," Max added.
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Myker Vulbrix
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Sept 18, 2021 20:39:50 GMT
[ Ensign Myker Vulbrix - LZ-2 Colony] Myker was listening to Judy with clear interest, the idea of a civilization potentially being developed from a small number of people was fascinating to the Betazoid. ”It seems set to become a great colony.” Myker noted, it seemed they had everything figured out to make this colony work. Of course it’s likely to face challenges and trials but a good foundation would make those things less burdensome. Hearing Max’s words Myker nodded, Agreed, it’s a thing of beauty, the formation of a new civilization.” Who knew where the colony would be in a few centuries. Many civilizations had small beginnings. Myker noted, it was almost encouraging in his own almost humdrum tone. He did find the colony of interest though and it made him question himself for not visiting before. Judith Eastman and Max
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Sept 18, 2021 22:25:02 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]"You're right," Max agreed. "Most civilizations start from either a small founding colony, or a clever primate that figures out fire."Judy chuckled. "Many years ago, before I met Max, I worked on a number of terraforming projects, which are exactly the opposite. You start those out with a colony of millions already planned," she said. "Places that start small tend to have more character."They proceeded down one of the streets, with the colony's low-rise buildings flanking the tree-lined boulevard.
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Myker Vulbrix
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Sept 23, 2021 21:03:15 GMT
[ Myker Vulbrix - LZ-2 Colony] Myker nodded about the civilizations, agreeing with Max’s statement before adding his own, " and some civilizations are still simply primates who worked out fire". his face didn’t betray the humour he’d attempted to share. He looked at Judy when she spoke, fascinated by the topic of colonies and civilization. ”That likely yielded very different results.” Myker noted about a planning out for colonies of millions, planning in his opinion was crucial in building sustainable colonies and of course results varied based on many factors. How many colonies have you seen formed? He asked, he’d not seen that many in his lifetime but he hoped his service with the Mac could change that. " Fewer people means a closer community, depending on the species of course. It somewhat forces people to interact, share stories and grow together." Fewer people meant the need for interaction was eased by a limited few meaning deeper relationships could form. Myker continued to walk in step with the couple. Glancing around as he did. Judith Eastman
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Sept 24, 2021 5:20:53 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]Max chuckled at the joke. It rang quite true. "I've worked on 5 or so projects myself, in various roles."As for planning... "Well, with a society of millions, the key is to plan the settlements so that people can form their own little sub-communities, their extended networks. It's different from a small colony, but it's really the same difference as big-city vs small-town living."It was a big difference, to be sure, but smaller than one would think.
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Myker Vulbrix
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Sept 25, 2021 19:53:26 GMT
[ Myker Vulbrix - LZ-2 Colony Although not smiling, Myker was rather pleased with himself when Max chuckled. Many people didn't recognise it when he wasn't being serious, mostly because his tone stayed the same as when he was serious. Thankfully it seemed Max did. Judy’s words made him nod, I’d be interested to see the outcome of them. Did they live up to what you perhaps hoped them to be. Myker was an anthropologist, this was right up his alley. That amongst other things. Myker nodded again, ”Forming smaller colonies within the larger ones” He summed up, it was more complex of course but Myker was aiming for simplicity in his understanding and for future reference. He didn't often get chance to speak with those directly involved in the colonies Judith Eastman
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Sept 25, 2021 20:22:42 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]"Not remotely. With a project of that size, everyone has their input and their visions, and then you compromise," Judy answered. "Not to mention, I was a young twentysomething with big ideas and little power. I could even kinda see without my glasses at the time."Those days, 40 or so years prior, felt like a different universe. So much had changed, in the galaxy, in Judy's life, and in Judy herself. "I will say that none of the colonies I was involved in failed, so that's something to brag about.""How many colonies have you seen?" Max asked Myker, having heard most of Judy's stories in their almost quarter-century together.
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Myker Vulbrix
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Oct 2, 2021 13:51:30 GMT
[ Myker Vulbrix – LZ-2 Colony] Myker nodded, then a gentle smile played on his features at her mention of being young and being able to see without glasses. ”Well one can certainly not predict the outcome, only hope for the best.” He offered knowing that many species were unpredictable be it humanoid or otherwise. Outcomes could rarely be predicted. ”Of course, although I believe there are few failures, only lessons.” Nothing could truly fail if your learned something from it. Something his grandfather firmly believed and had passed onto him. He wasn't naïve enough to think this was always the case but if one tried hard enough there was usually a lesson About how many colonies he’d seen Myker wasn’t certain. ”Maybe three, which is not enough, I find them interesting to observe and study.” Myker noted. He had spent some time on a research vessel before Betazed was taken over by the Dominion. Judith Eastman and Max
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Oct 2, 2021 22:59:38 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]"You can absolutely learn valuable lessons even when you don't achieve your initial goals. Whether you still call that a failure is semantics," Judy said, mostly in agreement. From a technical perspective, projects that didn't meet their objectives were failures, but that perspective ignored the richness of the lived experience. "I'm sure you'll see plenty of strange new worlds while you're posted here," Max added. Myker was older than most Ensigns, but the chef didn't see him retiring anytime soon.
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Myker Vulbrix
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Oct 5, 2021 20:52:17 GMT
[ Myker Vulbrix - LZ-2 Colony] Technically things that didn't live up to whatever was planned or whatever was meant to be achieved could be considered a failure. Myker knew that. "Failures are the building blocks for success." the Betazoid pointed out as he observed some of the activity around them for a brief moment. His words were based on his own experience as well as the vast amounts of reading he did. Without it's early inventors making mistakes no civilization would progress and the known universe would remain unknown. "I believe this might be a win though." Myker added. He wanted to point out that there probably had been a number of 'failures' to reach the level of success the colony seemed to have done but didn't since it seemed Judy shared his view on the topic. Myker had no intention of retiring, sure he was an older Ensign but he had a wealth of experience behind him and Betazoid longevity ahead of him, he had no plans on stopping. "Strange is certainly accurate. Fascinating though." Myker had spent some time on a research vessel so strange to him seemed fairly accurate. "Have you seen much of mapped space?" Myker asked Max unsure if the man had the opportunities to see the worlds they knew and beyond Judith Eastman
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Oct 6, 2021 0:52:22 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]"I grew up on a freighter, and I've wandered as an adult, so I've seen all sorts of places," Max answered. "I still have a few more places on my bucket list. Maybe when our youngest goes off to college."At the thought of their nearing future as empty-nesters, Max put his arm around Judy's waist. He had a feeling they'd do just fine in that phase of life. "Max is actually more widely traveled than I am," she added, keeping her mind in the conversation. "He's shown me a few nice places off the beaten path over the years."
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Myker Vulbrix
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Post by Myker Vulbrix on Oct 7, 2021 21:13:25 GMT
[ Myker Vulbrix - LZ-2 Colony] Myker was attentive to the conversation, always keenly interested in others even if he found communication to be difficult. Without curiosity to aid his conversations Myker likely wouldn’t speak to anyone. ”Being well travelled makes for a more open mind, the more one sees the less actually surprises them.” The Betazoid noted, although likely not as well travelled himself he could appreciate the advantages of such a life. ”Where would be your next destination?” He asked once again out of curiosity. Although not having kids himself, he knew the somewhat melancholy feeling that occurred in many when they’re younglings fled the nest. It was more profound in those species with a need for connection, humans for one and of course Betazoids. His nieces and nephews had long gone off to forge their own paths and he remembered how hard the adjustment was for his siblings. Many had since returned to Betazed though. ”Places that are lesser known are the best kind, truly untouched worlds really are a wonder.” Myker stated in response to her words about seeing places off the beaten track. ”Which place was your favourite up to this point?” Myker found himself growing more comfortable with the exchange and the back and forth was pleasant, especially with those closer to his age than many of the crew on the Mac. His posture relaxed somewhat more as he buried his hands in his pockets, Judith Eastman and Max
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Oct 13, 2021 3:56:19 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD & Max Williams - LZ-2 Colony]"Well, if you can believe it, Judy's never been to Risa. Not even once."The couple exchanged a look. It was a remarkable, and true, fact. "As for favorite planet, the answer to that question changes far too often. I think it's that way with all superlatives."
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