Lara Rell

[Vice Admiral Lara Rell]

I head from my daughter today. She's got a new post and is liking the new ship. It's so funny to think back to that wild child she used to be and see a capable young Officer evolving.

Mom also called today as she does when I'm in system. She and dad are having Thanksgiving at the farm and wondered if I'd be able to get away for a couple of days.

There is just so much paper work involved with a refit and I don't want to dump all that work on Vlad. He's a champ and a good manager but the more of us there are managing it the faster we can get these bureaucrats moving.

I told them I'd see what I can do.

[Vice Admiral Lara Rell]

Personal Log: Stardate 80588.4

Today was a large day.

Watching them offload the bodies of fallen officers and crew is never easy. Just knowing what this ship has gone through makes me marvel at the resilience of my people.

It was a huge shock to see Bill in that condition and still determined to do his final duty. I knew he would, he is that caliber of man. I still need to write his kids (Computer reminder: Write notes to Bill Lester's kids).

Commander Federov is full of surprises mostly positive impressions so far. He looks to be quite focused and productive. And a Dancer... that was a surprise. Probably most shockingly so to the first young woman he partnered.

I was very pleased to meet our CMO. She very competently organized and ran this ship in extraordinary circumstances and should be recommended to Starfleet for her performance. She did seemed rather relieved to see the new command team arrive.

Lara smiled as she continued her recording

Commander Pesh'ewa also had a large day I'd say. Promotion to Chain of Command and a bond mate all in one day. I'd say the stars are with him which bodes well for our mission.

Ship repairs are progressing at a high rate of speed for which I'm sure I can thank Alfredo.

It's good to have Jon Richards aboard with our new Marine Contingent although I'm not quite so certain about Mr. Ropolsky. He comes highly recommended as far as his skill set is concerned. If we can get past his manner perhaps we can work together. That remains to be seen.

We will have to discuss his 'toy box' more thoroughly tomorrow.

(Computer: forward meeting schedule for 9:00 in the bridge briefing room and copy Commander Federov, Colonel Richards, Mr. Ropolsky.)

She leaned back in her chair End log entry.