Back to Space

Posted on Thu Jul 6th, 2023 @ 8:30pm by Lieutenant Commander Johanna Lyngstad
Edited on Sat Nov 30th, 2024 @ 10:48am

296 words; about a 1 minute read

Dear Bradley, it has been a year since I was posted to Department Head school. I feel well educated now, more than ever before. I feel ready to take command of a Science division aboard ship.

After eight years on the Wayans and eight years at Starbase 51, getting a real assignment seems like a dream. I haven't had a chance to review who else is on the crew, but I will get to that soon.

I feel like a new chapter is starting in my life. I feel like I am about to embark on a great adventure. Being a full Lieutenant now feels pretty good.

I just hope the Columbia has a good gym and someone else who likes basketball. It is pretty boring shooting baskets alone. I hope there are also music lovers there as well, for the same reason.

Dear Bradley, I am now situated in my cabin on the Columbia. I hope you enjoy your bed. OK it's my pillow but still. Anyways, I met the Captain. He likes sports, big plus! I hope he isn't the only one. I must listen to some Andorian music.

We are going to survey an entire planet! A science officer's dream. It's what I live for. It's what I having been trained to do. I hope my team is up for it as well.

All my belongings made it ok. My guitar and keyboard are undamaged. I brought a few civilian outfits, including the black nightie. And my Academy basketball uniform. It is quite comfortable to play in and still fits just fine!

Dear Bradley, my 12 weeks of leave are up now. I am getting ready to head back to the Columbia. I feel recharged and ready to assume my duties as Chief Science Officer.

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