Random Thoughts

Posted on Thursday, 2 April 2020 - 3:15pm by

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Eyelaya tossed her towel in the laundry bag in her bathroom. She combed through the mess of wet hair and headed back out into the living room area. She looked towards the empty room. She had no roommate yet, the two that were assigned left shortly and she had not idea as to why. The shift had ended and she had some free time so she decided to spend some time in the holodeck. She truly felt at home there.

She wanted to invite Emerick but she had a feeling, nothing concrete mind you, just a gut feeling that he didn't like her much. Not many people did. She was used to the solitary life. It had become the norm and being outside it often felt uncomfortable and frightening.

Before she headed out she wanted to make a log entry, a promise to herself to do a log a day, something she hadn't done before. She tossed on some comfortable clothing and ordered herself a hot chocolate and sat on the sofa.

"Computer begin personal log."

Two chirps told her that it was time to begin. "Personal Log Eyelaya. Today was productive. In fact all the days so far were productive. It's been a scramble to get the ship launched and now that we have it's... beautiful." She looked out the small window across from the sofa. "I can't tell you how amazing it is to watch the stars whiz by. That moment...I remember at the shipyards seeing the securing threads disengage how wonderful it was but being on the ship, hearing the sounds, feeling the hum of the engine...it was glorious."

There was no other word for it, she decided. "It felt so freeing. I've always wanted to see the stars like this. I mean it's not the first time I've traveled but to know that I'll be on this star sail and to know that this is home and the norm, it brings me so much comfort. It feels magnificent."

She took a sip of her drink. "So as I was saying the days have been productive, we left a bit early but thankfully we've been able to get things up to speed. Henderson and I have focused this week on the minor fixes, I wish I could work more in the engine room but it's not on my tasks list this week. There are other things. You should see engineering! It's beautiful. When I step in there it's like stepping into the mystical realm. I feel ... well it's not something I can describe. Well maybe I can. It's that feeling where you want to hug every bulkhead and kiss every panel. Weird huh?"

She giggled as she sipped more of her warm chocolaty drink. "Okay well in all seriousness it's been interesting. I've met so many interesting people. It was a little overwhelming. There is Commander Victrix. She's so kind, she's the one who approved my transfer here! She's... sweet and pretty and strong. I wish I could be more like her. There is Doctor Rose, he's...interesting. He seems kind too but I still feel better with holograms. But Doctor Rose has an air of wisdom about him. I watched how he treats those who come for help and above all he is compassionate. He's also funny." She giggled again.

"Then there is Emerick, he seems dynamic and kind and funny too. He's handsome but...like I said, I don't think he likes me much. I seem to frustrate him....it's just a feeling I get. Then there is Commander Soral. He's... well I don't know. He's Vulcan but here is something there, a spark. I also met the counselor. While I am not a fan of Counselors, especially Vulcan ones, cause of obvious past experiences. This new counselor...she is part Borg and that is cool!"

She drank deeply from her cup. "Well...that's it for now. Thanks for listening computer." She sighed. "End log." Finishing her hot chocolate she headed out to the holodeck. She'd have a relaxing night tonight and tomorrow, was another day.

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CPO Eyelaya
Engineering Officer