Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 3, 2021 15:23:08 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - Shuttleport, LZ-2]The woods of Kerelia were always more fun to wander with a buddy. Usually, for Judy, that was Max, but after the recent trip to Earth (work for her but not for him), she had a lot more vacation days, so she needed other hiking partners. To that end, she'd invited Devra down. The trail that the Captain had chosen was a relatively friendly one, well-shaded, with moderate elevation gain that a 7-year-old (namely, Michael) could handle, and a waterfall at the end feeding a lake that was great for swimming. Judy had taken responsibility for packing a picnic, naturally, and currently had sandwiches in her backpack alongside other supplies. Naturally, there were also all sorts of plants along the trail, a few of them flowering.
She stood outside the shuttleport, dressed for the hike in khaki shorts, knee braces, and a "Harvard Mom" t-shirt (light grey with red lettering), waiting until she saw Devra. "Welcome to Kerelia," she greeted, moving in for a friendly hug.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 4, 2021 5:48:23 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Shuttleport]To say Devra was excited for this little trip was an understatement. She had filled her own backpack with water bottles, cooling packs and sunblock, and was also wearing khaki shorts with a floral print, light-weight blouse. Her hair was braided beneath the wide-brimmed hat, and she beamed a brilliant smile beneath her large-framed sunglasses. "Thank you so much for inviting me!" she replied, eagerly returning the hug. It had been a long time since she'd been on a hike of any sort, or to a lake, and she was definitely looking forward to spending the day on a planet surrounded by nature. The additional exercise was always a thrilling bonus. "Now, I must say, it is absolutely gorgeous down here!" Releasing the hug, she turned slowly in a circle, taking in the view of the colony and the world beyond. "And the climate is so much like Earth! The Federation really lucked out finding this planet uninhabited!" It was surprising, really, that a planet so ready for life had not evolved such on its own.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 4, 2021 14:13:59 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]"We absolutely won the lottery with this thing," Judy agreed, as she started to walk through the colony. "The fleeters, too... we thought this was a third-rate assignment, and instead we have this gorgeous little spot to spend weekends in."Judy had probably told Devra before, that she was actually drawn to Front Ear's status as a "third-rate" duty station, but regardless, being able to spend weekends in nature was a great thing. "I take it you haven't been before?"Their route cut through the colony, walking a whole two blocks down its tree-lined boulevard. While walking, Judy took her straw hat, previously strapped onto her backpack, and put it on, the brim sitting slightly above her low bun and the transition lenses of her bifocals.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 4, 2021 15:32:57 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Colony]Devra shook her head, but the excited smile was still firmly in place. "No, this is my first time. Jovireh said she'd take me on a tour, but she's been so busy lately I decided it could wait." There was evident pride in her voice, knowing the reason why her daughter had been so busy. It was wonderful to see her doing so well, and being fully appreciated, after so many years of being taken for granted. And to have the unique opportunity to actually be there and see the progress, rather than simply hearing about it across subspace, made it even more special for her.
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Judith Eastman
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 4, 2021 17:52:01 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]Judy recognized Devra's motherly pride, which was very much well-placed. "Sooner or later, you'll get a tour from the Chief of Security herself," she said, quite proud of her subordinate too. "Jovireh is an unusual pick for the job, what with her lack of management experience, but she has a strong personality, a kind heart, and a good work ethic. Reminds me of her mother."The end of the colony, where the buildings gave way to tall trees, and the boulevard connected to a dirt trail, was now in sight.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 7, 2021 0:05:38 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Colony]Devra smiled and nodded, accepting the compliment. "And the rest of it - the pride in her work, her independence and determination... Not to mention her discipline and physical ability... Those she gets from her father. He would be so proud of the woman she's become." It was more than just Jovireh's swift promotions. It was who she was that made the career advancement possible. Her black gaze swept around the scenery as they left the buildings behind, lighting up with joy at the beautiful variety of flora around them.
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 7, 2021 0:29:28 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]"Any parent would be."Judy couldn't speak to what Jovireh's father had been like - though he sounded lovely - but she knew that she was proud of the young woman, and she wasn't even the parent. "And I'll bet the more she grows up, the more of him you see in her."From the main dirt path - a route wide enough for motor vehicles - a narrower, less clearly marked trail branched off, turning to the left to start climbing gently. Judy led Devra onto this smaller trail.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 7, 2021 21:45:33 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Colony]"Oh, very much so." Devra agreed to the sentiment of seeing more and more her late husband in her daughter. "It's always in her eyes. Sometimes I just wish she knew how to see it, too." She followed Judy onto the smaller trail, her gaze still taking in all the beauty they passed. She was definitely grateful she had decided to accept the invitation.
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 7, 2021 22:38:24 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]"Think about when you started seeing your parents in yourself," Judy replied. "I'll bet it was around the time you became a mom, because that's how it went for me. Suddenly, I'd open my mouth, and my mom's voice would come out."Exemplifying the cyclical nature of life, Judy's elder two sons - now fathers themselves - began to see her in them. "This area was hit by one of those healthy forest fires last summer, so we can see the forest floor is relatively clear," she pointed out, always a skilled tour guide.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 8, 2021 14:22:43 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Hiking Trail]The Betazoid laughed at the all-too accurate description. "If Jovireh is as adamant as she says she is, then that time will never come for her." Of course, Devra could try and convince her daughter to have a child of her own someday, as she often tried, but she knew it would always be Jovireh's choice and final say. Her gaze shifted to the forest floor at the mention of the fire, pleased to see the new growth that had already begun.
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 8, 2021 18:02:01 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]"Well, my son Lawrence was adamant that he'd never have children, until he met the right person and decided to have children with her," Judy said, perhaps a bit optimistically applying that case to Jov's. "And now, he has five of them."4 and 5, twins, were new additions to the Eastman clan, not yet a month old. "I'll show you pictures next time we stop. There are, as you'd imagine, plenty."Judy was as excited about the new grandsons, as she had been about the first. Her heart always seemed to grow just a little bigger, for the new entrants into the family.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 8, 2021 19:32:59 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Hiking Trail]Devra laughed again, nodding her agreement. "Trust, I haven't given up hope! After all, I was only a couple years younger than she is now when I met Endon." And her career hadn't kept her stuck in one location for years at a time. It was entirely possible that Jovireh's Imzadi was on a different planet, ship or station, being just as adamant about not getting married or having kids. "Although, even I can't picture her ever having five." Two, maybe. Three would be pushing it. Certainly never five.
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 8, 2021 20:05:49 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]"Oh, five is a lot. I don't know how Lawrence handles it."Judy had raised four, but in two batches separated by so many years. Lawrence's new twins were only 7 years younger than his first, Michael. "Well, I suppose I do know - his mother saves his ass on a regular basis."The climb grew a bit steeper, and slowly the view through the trees got more interesting. Soon enough, the duo could glimpse the colony again.
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Post by Jovireh Velal on Aug 9, 2021 17:43:56 GMT
[Devra Kul - Kerelia - Hiking Trail]The higher they climbed, the more out of breath she was getting. She definitely wasn't in the same physical shape as the other woman was. Devra pushed along though, enjoying the exercise as much as the scenery. When they reached an area that had a scattering of large boulders, she stopped to catch her breath. "Alright, let's see those pictures!" Taking off her backpack, she braced it on one of the boulders to pull out a water bottle and took a drink.
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Post by Judith Eastman on Aug 9, 2021 19:34:24 GMT
[Capt. Judith Eastman(-Williams), PhD - LZ-2]Though she wasn't nearly as tired as Devra, Judy welcomed the break as well. She was growing thirsty, thanks in part to the flow of conversation. "Ah, yes, let's."She propped her backpack up against the side of a boulder, on which she then proceeded to sit, finding it about the right height. Out came her water bottle, followed by a PADD. "These two are Leo and Zach Eastman. They already know what's good in life."In this picture, Max cradled the two infants as Judy played a tune on a guitar. She flicked to another photo, of the two babies in little New York Yankees uniforms, in Lawrence's lap, as a visibly proud Judy looked on.
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