Goin' Home

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"Goin' Home"

A back-log from the Sema'J Family

SD 10607.10

 

- Thanks to Avery Tynte for playing Nnamdi Sema'J!

 

- Special Thanks to Miranda Porter for playing Jadyn Sema'J and Rosie Sema'J

 

- Extra Special thanks to our old Arcadian friend Kestra Miral for playing Liz Sema'J and Anna Griggs-Sema'J

 

and now onto the log

 

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(Present)

Sam sat at the desk in his quarters, he had padds all over and hordes of information scrolling on his console screen. In a week or so they would be docking with a starbase and the crew had been instructed to prepare reports on the Elasian Situation that had only recently dissipated. Sam looked over all of this, shaking his head. From Starfleet's side, only a torpedo had been fired. That however was no indication of the constant danger Arcadia, and all parties involved had been in from the moment the situation arose. So many close calls still rang fresh in his mind. Thankfully the civil war itself had been averted, and Sam prided himself in serving in Starfleet, the organization that made outcomes like this possible for the Federation. Sam rubbed his eyes and looked away from the 'paperwork' into the starfield outside his window, as he relaxed what ocular muscles he had and allowed his mind to stop focussing on the image, his implants slowly released mechanical tension and the starfield blurred. Sam sighed as he began reflecting on some past events that suddenly seemed poignant...

 

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(Summer, 2372 - Home of Samuel and Elizabeth Sema'J - Seattle, WA)

Sam Sema'J arrived at his apartment complex in the late afternoon, having just come from a long day of running test flights at Northwestern Ground Vehicles. He enjoyed his job immensely, though it could be exhausting. Sam took the lift to his floor and then walked to his door (not meant to rhyme). Just as he entered he saw his wife Liz tip-toeing down the stairs, from her quiet steps he could tell she had just put their infant daughter Rosella down for bed.

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[sS] ::smiles broadly upon seeing Liz, lifts her off of the bottom step into a hug:: Hi Darling!

[LS] ::smiles and kisses him:: Not so loud, dear. I finally got Rosie to sleep.

[sS] ::sets her down and kisses her cheek::

[sS] ::catches himself, whispers:: oops, sorry...how was she today?

[LS] A little rambunctious, but pretty happy. ::walks over to the kitchen:: How was work? Are you hungry?

[sS] ::smiles and follows her:: I'm starved...work was fine, but long. That new light cruiser has so many bugs, i musta been towed back to the garage to do another test run over 20 times

[sS] how was your work day? ::looks around the clean apartment:: I see it wasn't half as long as mine!

[LS] ::frowns:: I told them the cruiser wasn't ready yet. ::face brightens a little, pulling dishes out of the fridge:: My day was pretty easy, I had time to cook.

[sS] ::is leaning against the entry to the kitchen:: oh? ::leans closer to look at what she is pulling out::

[LS] ::holds a plate behind her back:: Guess. ::grinning::

[sS] ::face falls:: Liiizzz, I'm terrible at guessing ::puts his hands on her waist and tries to look over her shoulder::

[sS] ::kisses her neck while looking behind her back, pulls away:: you made Moussaka! ::gives her another kiss:: you are absolutely the best

[LS] ::laughing, sets the various dishes on the table:: So I've heard.

[sS] ::laughs::

[LS] ::sets the last of the food down and takes a seat:: You're spending more and more time at work these days.

[sS] ::sits down across from her, feels a 'we need to talk' coming on and approaches it carefully, looks into her eyes:: I suppose i have been putting in more hours, why do you mention it dear?

[LS] ::looks away, then back at him:: You know I wouldn't mind, if that's really what you want to do. It's just that ... you don't seem any happier about it than me.

[sS] happier about my job or yours, darling?

[LS] ::gives him a look:: Yours, dear. You know I love mine. I still have plenty of time to spend with Rosie.

[sS] ::looks at his plate:: Liz, perhaps it doesn't seem like it, but time with Rosie is the only thing I'm not completely happy with about my job. I feel like I'm finally in a good place, using my passion for piloting to actually accomplish something, but you are right about the hours, they've been getting somewhat long.

[LS] ::pushes around the food on her plate a little bit:: I'm not trying to make you feel guilty about Rosie. It's just ... is this really what you want to do? You're one of the best pilots out there; you could be doing anything.

[sS] ::looks around then looks up:: Darling, isn't what I'm doing part of anything? I've been very successful at NGV so far, and it brought us together didn't it? Thats certainly invaluable. I don't understand why you don't support my job...::gives her a confused look:: is it not good enough for you?...I don't understand where you are going with this, thats all

[LS] Of course it's good enough for me! I just always got the impression this job was sort of a stopover point for you.

[sS] Liz...a stopover point to where, where is it you are expecting me to go? ::searches her eyes for answers::

[LS] ::puts her fork down:: You've always looked up to your father. I just figured ...

[sS] ::eyes widen, sets his glass down and pauses for a moment:: ...are you talking about Starfleet?!...::is absorbing this::

[LS] ::slowly smiles:: If I am?

[sS] ::is a bit perturbed but can't refuse her smile:: well it certainly takes me off guard...where did you come up with that?

[LS] Remember Sarah over at my old job? She took the exam and just found out that she got in. Got me thinking, is all. ::takes a small bite of her food::

[sS] ::nods:: I see, thats nice that you ran into her after these years...I guess Starfleet isn't really something I had considered for myself...::finishes his plate:: Lizzie, this was absolutely fantastic, thank you so much for preparing this for us...anyway, Starfleet ::trails off::

[sS] ::Stands up and begins clearing dishes::

[LS] You never once considered it? Even with both your parents in Starfleet? ::gets up and helps Sam clear the table::

[sS] Well, their not actually fleeters, they are both just employed by Starfleet, Mom's at the Academy and Dad works in their transportation hub, but they aren't actually officers...::loads dishes into the quantum disherator::

[LS] I know, but they're still in that world. ::leans back against the counter:: You know I'm perfectly happy no matter what you decide to do, right?

[sS] ::puts his arms around her waist and pulls her to face him:: of course I know that darling ::kisses her forehead::

[sS] I guess the thought has occurred to me, but you know darling, I have a family...you can't really use Rosie in the argument if you want me to jump a ship right away and run away to deep space...

[LS] ::laughs:: Sometimes I think she's got a bit of explorer in her herself.

[sS] ::smiles:: yes she most certainly does...

[sS] ::looks down into her blue eyes:: If you say you're happy with where I'm happy, then i just ask that you will trust me that I'm happy in my job, I feel like I'm doing an adequate job of using my piloting skills, and I'm most happy with where my family is right now...::puts her head on his shoulder::

[LS] ::can tell he's not being entirely honest with himself, that he is still thinking about Starfleet::

[LS] Then I'm happy too, darling.

[sS] ::pulls her close:: you sure?

[LS] ::kisses him:: You even have to ask?

[sS] ::smiles:: alright ::kisses her neck then her mouth:: I love you!

[LS] ::hears Rosie crying and pulls away:: I'll be back in a few minutes, darling. ::goes upstairs::

[sS] ::releases her, sighs:: alright, i'll be up in a moment ::leans against the counter and reflects, whispers to himself:: Starfleet....::shakes head::

[LS] ::picks up Rosie, singing to her quietly::

[sS] ::finishes cleaning the kitchen, a photo catches his eye, it is of his parents with a good friend of theirs, a Starfleet captain, in his uniform...shakes his head again and tosses a towel into the corner of the counter::

[sS] ::climbs the stairs and leans against the door of the nursery:: How is she?

[LS] ::brings a sleepy Rosie over to Sam:: Almost out again.

[sS] ::holds his hands out:: may I?

[LS] ::slides her into Sam's arms:: I'm going to go get ready for bed. ::kisses him on the cheek and leaves the room::

[sS] ::smiles after her then looks down at the little girl in his arms:: It's alright, sweetheart, Daddy's here...::walks her over to the window and looks up at the stars:: What do you think of what mommy had to say? To fly among the stars? ::the infant's eyes fade closed and her breathing steadies:: You two ladies are too important for that, and I don't necessarily need to follow Grandma and Grandpa do I? ::sets Rosie back in the crib:: Sleep well, Sweetheart ::quietly slides the door closed and walks back downstairs and into his and Liz's bedroom::

[LS] ::in the midst of brushing her hair, looks up as Sam enters the room and smiles::

[sS] ::walks over and puts his hands on her shoulders and begins lightly rubbing them:: She's back sound asleep now.

[LS] ::looks back at him:: Long day tomorrow?

[sS] ::leans down and gives her a long kiss:: No, I think I'm gonna take the day off tomorrow...what do you say?

[LS] Have something planned?

[sS] Yes I do...you ::points upstairs:: and her. ::embraces Liz from behind:: Is that a problem?

[LS] ::smiles:: That's the best plan I've heard in a long time.

[sS] ::takes her hand and begins walking to the bed:: I love you, Liz

[LS] ::kisses Sam:: I love you too.

[sS] ::hits the lights on the way to the bed::

 

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(March, 2375 {six months following the death of Liz} - Home of Nnamdi Sema'J and Anna Griggs-Sema'J - Emeryville, CA)

Sam and his father Nnamdi walked into the house and set their golf clubs against the kitchen counter. Sam's mother Anna was preparing lunch and three year-old Rosie was laying on the floor in the sun-room coloring. Anna had just finished; she set the food on the dining room table and announced that the meal was ready. Anna and Nnamdi sat down; Sam went to fetch Rosie and the two joined the table a moment later.

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[sS] ::settles into his chair:: mom, this looks delicious

[NS] ::Sitting at the head of the table, looking over the food on the table::

[AGS] ::putting the last of the dishes out:: We don't see you often enough. I wanted to do something nice.

[sS] ::smiles at her::

[NS] ::Folds hands and bows head, waiting for the others to do so as well::

[sS] ::looks to his father and nods, folds and bows::

AGS] ::takes a seat and bows her head as well::

[Rosie] ::bows her head in a cute little kid way::

[NS] Dear heavenly Father, we thank you for this day and the many blessings we have received. We thank you for keeping us all safe as we go about our lives, and for bringing together to share in those lives. We thank you for this food that has been so lovingly prepared and we ask you to keep us safe until next we meet. Amen.

[sS] Amen

AGS] Amen.

[Rosie] aaamen

[NS] ::Looks up::

[sS] ::smiles at rosie, begins to dish his food::

AGS] ::passes the potatoes to Nnamdi::

AGS] ::looks at Nnamdi and Sam:: So who won? ::spoons some food out for Rosie::

[sS] ::scoops a small amount of peas for rosie and then passes them to his mother::

[sS] ::smiles mischievously::

[NS] ::Takes the potatoes, spooning some into his plate:: ::Looks at his wife:: Who do you think?

[sS] well, funny you should ask...I walloped him

[NS] "Walloped" such an...undignified term. He won.

AGS] ::laughs:: I had a feeling.

[sS] ::laughs at his father:: oh, trying to pull that 'who do you think'...you can't avoid the truth ::grins::

[sS] Seriously though, it was fairly close

AGS] ::looks over at Sam, happy to see him smiling like that::

[sS] ::begins eating::

[NS] ::Smiles at Rosie::

AGS] ::makes sure everyone has food and then begins eating herself::

[sS] ::to Anna:: So did you two have fun while we were away ::nods in Rosie's direction::

AGS] ::smiles over at Rosie:: Of course we did. We finger painted upstairs, so one of the bedrooms now has a floor that's a piece of artwork. And then Rosie helped me with dinner.

[sS] ::laughs aloud:: Oh thats great, sorry about your floor...so if she helped you with the meal ::looks at Rosie with a grin:: does that mean it will taste like Rosie-fingers? ::tickles her::

[Rosie] ::giggles::

[NS] ::Smiles at his family:: Which bedroom is now finger painted?

[sS] ::grabs a napkin and wipes Rosie's mouth gently::

AGS] ::laughs:: Ours. It'll come out easy though.

[sS] ::frowns:: Sorry about that, Mom

[sS] ::gives Rosie a 'dad' look::

AGS] Oh no, it's nice having Rosie around. Even if it means we have to put up with you. ::teasing::

[NS] ::Smirks at his wife::

[sS] ::Shakes his head as he takes another bite:: It's good to be back, I missed the playful ridicule

[NS] You should come more often.

AGS] ::looks over at Sam:: How long do we have you for? ::takes another spoon of food::

[sS] The weekend ::smiles:: but come fall I'll be closer...::smile widens::

[NS] Oh? And how is that?

[sS] Mom, Dad...I have a little announcement for you...

[NS] ::Eyes his son::

AGS] ::looks up::

[sS] ::composes himself, is slightly giddy:: I got a message last week, I've been accepted to the Starfleet Academy...

AGS] ::puts spoon down:: Well...that's terrific, Sam!

AGS] ::gets up to give him a hug::

[NS] Accepted. When did you apply?

[sS] ::quickly stands to hug her:: Yeah it is...

[sS] ::looks at his father:: About two months ago

[sS] ::looks down:: Big step for me

[NS] ::Stands and puts his hand on his sons chin:: Hold you chin up, son. Your Fleet now.

AGS] ::takes a seat again:: When did you decide?

[sS] ::pushes his hand away and smiles:: Thanks dad, but you don't have to do that.

[sS] ::looks to his mother:: well, its kinda always been on my heart, mom. Liz knew it, she knew it all along ::smile fades slightly::

[NS] She would be proud of you.

[sS] ::looks up again:: I know...I think its the right path for me, like Liz always said I could use my piloting gifts to do so much

AGS] ::smiles:: She was right.

AGS] ::glances over at Rosie:: Are you taking her with you?

[sS] ::looks lovingly at his daughter:: well, not at first, I'll be living in Academy residences for at least the first two years. After that we'll see, I don't want to get rid of my apartment, its home.

[sS] But Jadyn and I have been talking. I hope you don't mind I told her about my acceptance already

AGS] Of course we don't mind. It's good to see you two so close.

[sS] ::nods:: Well, she's looking for a place in the more central Seattle area, she's doing more with the orchestra and her house out on the edge of town isn't working out so well. We thought maybe she could move into the apartment...House sit, Care for rosie...

[NS] That sounds like a reasonable plan.

[sS] ::nods, yeah, I think it will be for the best::

AGS] ::nods slowly:: Have you thought more long term?

[NS] What about after you graduate?

[sS] ::looks at his mother:: What do you mean, mom?

AGS] ::looks over to her husband:: After graduation, once you get a posting.

[sS] ::looks back and forth between the two of them, knowing this is the more difficult part of the discussion::

[sS] Well, I will follow that posting, and serve the Federation as needed...

[NS] ::Looks at Rosie:: And your family?

[sS] ::also looks at Rosie:: Well, I have not decided about Rosie yet, I figure we can cross that bridge when we get to it

AGS] ::exchanges looks with Nnamdi::

AGS] Well, we're just happy for you.

[NS] ::Looking at his wife::

[sS] ::looks questioningly:: Are you sure, I want your support in this

[NS] ::Lays his hand on his son's shoulder:: You have it.

AGS] ::smiles broadly and begins clearing dishes:: Of course we support you. I couldn't be prouder of you.

[sS] ::looks at both of them contentedly:: Wonderful, I'm very glad for that

[sS] ::picks Rosie up from her booster seat:: And you can be completely assured that no matter where this takes me and what it brings, I will not step back even momentarily from my responsibilities to my family

[AGS] When do you start?

[sS] ::Kisses rosie and gently sets her down, ::looks back at his mother:: I move in in late August and courses begin the 1st of September

[NS] What will you be taking this year?

[sS] ::shrugs:: No idea...I'm sure they have some basics lined up, along with stuff about being an officer...i doubt i'll have to take any piloting courses whatsoever while I'm there ::winks at his dad::

[NS] ::Smiles at his son:: Don't get cocky kid. ::Ruffles his hair a bit:

AGS] ::calls from the other side of the kitchen:: Don't get too carried away, dear.

[sS] ::pushes his hair back in place:: You know I'm just joking around guys ::walks into the kitchen to help with the dishes::

[NS] ::Leans down and smiles at Rosie, making odd faces to make her smile::

[Rosie] ::looks up at her grandpa with curiosity::

[NS] ::Sticks his tongue out at her::

AGS] ::hands Sam one of the dishes to wipe off:: I've always known you'd do something different.

[sS] ::looks:: Dad, don't scare her now ::grins, turns to his mother:: Its amazing how alike you and Liz are on this whole subject ::sets the dish down and hugs her::

[NS] ::Smiles at his son:: Well if her father does not scare her, no one can.

AGS] ::hugs Sam back:: She'd be so happy for you. Both of you.

[sS] ::smiles at his parents:: Thanks guys

 

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(Present)

A padd fell off of the desk and startled Sam out of his daydream. He reached down to pick up the padd and glanced at its contents. It contained reports on the destructions of the rival ships Hattro and Y'Fl, an event which had happened Right before Sam's eyes. He again shook his head. Starfleet was of utmost importance to him, he valued his service and what it meant to the Federation. He was also well aware that somewhere, Liz was looking down on him with pride. But more important than any of that was family. It was Sam's responsibility as a husband and father to be a provider and protector. It was his responsibility as a son and brother to contribute to the well being of the family as a whole. Sam had made his decision and was completely convinced it was the right one.

"Computer, open a subspace channel to Earth"

he waited while the link was established and then heard the automated response: "Please specify country, region, city, and communication portal number, Thank You..."

"United States, Washington, Seattle, 1157729"

He waited a few moments, the console then beeped, telling him the comm console on the other end was giving notification. After a couple of beeps the screen flashed to a live video/audio feed. Sam smiled at his sister. He looked behind her seeing the familiar, but distant image of the office in his apartment. Jaydn Sema'J smiled back as she greeted him.

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[JS] Hiya Sam. How are things in space?

[sS] ::sighs:: A bit shakey actually...how's it been on your end?

[JS] ::she shrugs slightly:: Same old same old, rehersal. We are starting a new piece with the orchestra so that has been interesting. My second Cello is horrible, but it wasn't my decision to hire...::she notices the look on his face:: is something wrong little brother?

[sS] ::gives her a "how'd ya know" look:: just still a bit on edge from the last week or so...I'm sure you've read about the near civil war in the news...but it's nothing like being there...and every close call on this ship just reminds me who's below decks...

[JS] ::she nods:: Rosie

[sS] ::nods:: ...yeah, thats why I rang you up, Jay

[JS] Anything I can do to help Sam. You know I am always here.

[sS] ::nods:: well, you know I've been thinking of sending her home, and after such a volatile situation...I know its the right thing to do...I hate to part with her ::gives a pained look::...but its the right thing for her...

[JS] ::gives him a gentile smile:: I love her like she was my own Sam. If you feel its the best thing for her, I am here

[sS] ::smiles:: You don't know how much I appreciate that. Perhaps when she's a little older I'll bring her on back, I love having her around. But right now is an unstable time...and she needs stability...so you would be able to take her in there?

[JS] oh of course Sam. I will make sure though to teach her how to be girly so when you take her back you won't be able to stand it ::winks::

[sS] ::laughs:: Great...

[JS] make up, do her hair, shopping...need I go on

[sS] ::picks up a padd, ignoring her jest:: alright, well we are going to pass close to a Transport in the next few days, i'm going to get her on that, and line up an officer to accompany her

[sS] ::clicks down the pad:: she will arrive at Starfleet Headquarters at the Civilian Passenger Management Center where you will meet her...I don't have the travel times yet, but i will get them to you as soon as I do

[JS] ::nods:: alright. I will be there, just let me know

[sS] ::nods:: And you may want to check with Mom and Dad for their schedules, it would be really nice if they could be there

[JS] sure, I will drop them a line today. ::she pauses for a moment:: are you gonna be ok?

[sS] ::nods sincerely:: Yes, deffinately. I've really been edgy about her ever since we arrived on Arcadia, and these recent events just showed me what was truly important. I've been thinking a lot about Liz and Mom and Dad and Starfleet and its all so meaningful to me, but I have to serve my family, and that means keeping my daughter safe ::pauses then grins:: and keeping my sister from being a loner in my dusty old apartment

[JS] ::smirks:: dusty? I was in the process of redecorating. When you come back you will not recognize it. Skylight, pink walls, the works.

[sS] ::eyes widen:: Jay, you're joking right?

[JS] ::laughs:: I will never tell. Cello studio, gym, basketball court

[sS] ::shakes head:: the studio is the ONLY one of those that is allowed...anyway, any questions about Rosie's trip or any of the details?

[JS] ::shakes her head:: just send me the times and I will be there

[sS] ::sighs in relief:: Wonderful, you don't know how much this means to me...well maybe you do, but I really appreciate it...::smiles::

[JS] anything for my favorite brother ::smiles::

[sS] ::laughs:: I'm your only brother...alright, well I've got to finish these reports, thanks again Jadyn

[JS] only brother, favorite brother. Same thing ::laughs:: send me the info. I will talk to you later. I will have rosie call when she gets here

[sS] ::nods:: Wonderful, talk to you soon. Love You

[JS] Bye Sam, Love You too. Stay safe. ::she smiles at him as the screen goes black::

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Sam closed the comm window on his console and finished compiling his report. A few hours later, when Rosie had returned from school, he went into her room and sat down on the bed

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[RS] ::looks up from her desk full of crayons:: hi daddy. I was just making you a picture.

[sS] ::smiles:: Oh? and what did you draw a picture of, sweetheart?

[RS] It is a picture of the ship. We were looking at pictures of starships today. ::holds it out to him::

[sS] ::whistles:: Wow...thats good...::looks at her lovingly:: Do you like Arcadia Rosie? Do you like living here?

[RS] ::nods slightly:: I like being with you and I like Dr. Miranda and my teacher and my friends at school...but...sometimes I get a little scared.

[sS] ::nods:: I get a little scared too, I worry about you when there is bad stuff going on outside the ship...

[sS] ::trying to find the right way to approach this:: Do you ever miss being back in Seattle, miss your Aunt Jadyn or Grandma and Grandpa?

[RS] well Aunt Jadyn told me she would teach me how to play music liker her and sometimes I miss grandma. ::looks a bit confused:: why?

[sS] ::looks her in the eye:: Well, sweetheart, since it's so dangerous here sometimes, and since I love you so much and want you to be safe...I think its best that you travel back to Earth and stay with your Aunt at our old house...what do you think?

[sS] ::motions for her to come sit with him::

[RS] ::she stands up and walks towards him:: but if I leave you daddy, who will take care of you?

[sS] ::laughs and smiles broadly:: Well I think i'll manage

::smiles down at her:: Mommy always used to make fun of me cause I couldn't take care of me

[RS] If mommy thought so maybe I should stay. But if you think I should go live with Aunt Jaydn I will

[sS] ::smiles:: I don't think Mommy really thought that, she just joked with me...and I really think you need to be safe, cause if anything ever happened to you I could never forgive myself...::pulls her close in a hug::

[RS] ::gives him a big hug:: ok. But I am gonna leave you a list of stuff you need to remember ok?

[sS] ::smiles broadly...:: ok sweetheart, I'll follow it to the T ::looks at the chrono:: Its getting kinda late, maybe you should be getting to bed, me too, tomorrow we will start getting your stuff packed up ::pauses:: thanks for being so understanding Rosie, I love you.

[RS] ::smiles:: I love you to daddy and I will make sure to leave my stuffed bunny for you incase you get scared ::gives him another big hug::

[sS] ::kisses her forehead and stands:: Alright, I'll be in in a moment to tuck you in ok?

[RS] ::nods:: alright. oh but you have to promise me something ok? You will send me letters and come and see me a lot. ::smiles::

[sS] ::sighs:: I don't know how much I can come back...but I will talk to you on the comm as much as I can...promise! ::steps out to get ready for bed::

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(Later in the week)

Sam could have waited till they arrived at the Starbase to send Rosie home, but he would be dealing with all the reports and briefings, plus they would come within shuttle range of a Transport and the timing just worked out better. Sam thanked Ensign Shelly Williams and shook her hand. Ens. Williams would be flying the shuttle to rendezvous with the Transport and then would be accompanying Rosie until Jaydn could pick her up at Starfleet HQ in the civilian passenger management center. Depending on their schedules, Rosie's grandparents would also try to be there. Shelly had done everything to assure Sam that everything was taken care of and that Rosie was in good hands. Sam thanked her once more before she stepped aboard to begin preflights. Sam looked over at Rosie. She was currently saying goodbye to Dr. Porter, who had been kind enough to join the small group in the shuttle bay to see Rosie off. Dr. Tynte was there with Naara along with Rosie's teacher and a few of Rosie's young friends. Miranda knelt down and gave Rosie a hug and said a few final remarks to her. Sam then took Rosie's hand and led her aboard the shuttle. He told her he loved her, and to be good for her aunt and then the two prayed together for safe travels. Sam gave her a long hug and then stood up. Before jumping up into the oversized chair next to Ens. Williams, Rosie pulled out a small padd and gave it to him. She told him to read it and that he would know what to do with it. He told her one more time that he loved her and then stepped off of the shuttle. The shuttle was cleared for departure and as the door closed Sam' caught a lump in his throat and his eyes slightly moistened. He felt a hand on his shoulder and looked back to see Ty behind him. Sam slightly smiled and nodded his thanks and then looked to watch the shuttle jump into warp.

When he returned to his quarters, Sam pulled the padd out of his pocket, on it was a message, prepared to be sent out shipwide...

 

 

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Dear Arcadia Crew Members and Friends,

Thank you for being such good neighbors while I lived on the ship. I will miss you all and wish you well as you continue to be a crew member or live on the Arcadia. Thank you especially to Dr. Miranda, for being so nice to me and letting me visit sickbay whenever the ship was in danger. I wish you all well and God's blessings!

Yours Truly,

Rosella Sema'J (Rosie)

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Edited May 12, 2012 by Sam_SemaJ

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Hope you all enjoy this Huge-Mother Log

 

Thanks again to all who helped

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yeah somehow i think this thread got doubled when the board was updated. Great and powerful webbie, if you happen to read this, please delete the duplicate log below it. thanks, Sam