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Stardate 238708.05
Begin Personal Log... Stardate 238708.05... Time... very late.
Well, my first day is over as quickly as it begun. I had just felt I was thrown into the action then it was over... I must admit I wasn't prepared for that. The minute I got off the transport the Admiral wanted all new ensigns to report to the Bridge... The Bridge... wow. And speaking of 'Wow', the Admiral! I've never seen anyone so tall!!! He must be seven feet at least! I felt so small! But he has the most calming tone to his voice... it's... very deep and relaxing, I thought I detected a hint of an accent there somewhere, but he wasn't on the Bridge for long...
Let's see, other people? My department head. Now there's a role model for new science officers... She's smart, confident, reassuring... I can learn a lot from her... I was just thinking today that she's a lot like I want to be one day. I find her very relaxing. Something I am, in hindsight, VERY grateful for! I was so nervous on the bridge and every time she spoke to me it seemed to calm my nerves.
My first theory was off today. I didn't understand the situation properly... Thankfully my second theory about the particles around the mining stations seems to be valid. Lieutenant MacKenna seemed pleased! What a confidence boost that was! And yet... I keep hearing this voice in my head saying over and over, this isn't a simulation! There are REAL risks! You can't make mistakes here! I know it isn't helping my nerves... but I know it's true. I can't mess this up!
Speaking of not messing things up... I've been trying so hard to be 'professional' and set a 'good first impression' ever since I got here... and now... I don't know... I wasn't really 'me'. I don't normally stutter or act as nervous as I was. It doesn't help that First Officer Lieutenant Commander Jaxx asked Ensign Tali and myself to eat dinner with him at some point. That I wasn't expecting either!
I have to say though, that I am very happy. My nerves have been out of control, but as my friend Rect' tier would probably be saying now; it's normal. New ship, new people, new experiences...
Tomorrow I will try to more like myself... Hmmm, and I should send a message to Mama and Papa to let them know how things are. I suspect it will be a busy day though. I have my morning exercise, I was going to drop by the Mess Hall to see if there's anything I can do to help before I start my shift with Lieutenant MacKenna, and I have to unpack, set up my replicator with my favorite foods... I'm not sure how many no-meat dishes they have available, oh and there's a debriefing... But for now I should sleep, I'm going to need my energy...
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Stardate 238708.15
Begin Personal Log, Stardate 238708.15
I am feeling much more at ease on the Victory now. Tonight I had dinner with the other new Ensigns and Commander Jaxx... I enjoyed it. It was actually a lot of fun meeting with the Commander and the other Ensigns off duty. I was surprised at how the Commander had accommodated for those who didn't eat meat at the dinner. It was thoughtful; and I was grateful, though I didn't mention it. He did use the word 'vegetarian'. It took me a while to recognise the word; it's used on earth to define those who don't eat meat. I'll have to keep the word in mind for future. In any case Lieutenant MacKenna was right when she said it would be fine.
Speaking of the Lieutenant, we have a nebula scan! I am so excited! I haven't been to the Astrophysics Lab yet, but I am sure I'll find it without too much trouble.
Time to retire for the night, I think. Along with the nebula scan there is another dinner happening... Lieutenant JG Hunt is hosting I believe... and Ensign Cooper mentioned a 'Japanese Garden Day' he is planning for when we arrive at Starbase 118. The Victory personel certainly like to entertain. Which I don't mind, I like a party.
Anyway, that'll do for tonight...
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Stardate 238708.27
Begin personal log, Stardate 239708.27
The nebula scan was a huge success! We got a nice amount of data and from our observations Lieutenant MacKenna and I believe it could be a Class 17 nebula due to it's size. Even better the Lieutenant has made a holodeck program of the event! I haven't had the opportunity to see it yet, but I hope to sometime tomorrow.
I met Lieutenant jg Orman today, at the nebula scan. She appears to be good friends with Lieutenant MacKenna! I can see why. She is a good person. The Lieutenant described her as having a blue uniform underneath all the gold!
I also had the opportunity to talk to Ensign Cooper in the Mess Hall. He insist I call him James, or Hawkeye. He is the first officer I have started calling by their first name... I saw him again on the bridge after, he he showed an interest in seeing the nebula program. I found this slightly surprising... Tactical officers don't normally show an interest in science affairs; but he certainly seems a gentleman... he even pulled out a seat for me when we were in the Mess Hall! He has his Japanese Garden Day, today. I'm looking forward to it.
I, unfortunately, did not make it to Lieutenant jg Hunt's dinner. I was working late on the nebula data and time go away with me. However, I did get through all the data.
I guess that's it... It's been quiet since the mining station incident. I wonder what or next mission will be...
Anyway I have a Japanese Garden Day to attend!
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