Pride Month seems a fascinating and dare I say fabulous means of remembering the infinite diversity in infinite combinations that is humanoid sexuality and gender

to close with a traditional greeting for this time of year, Happy Brick Throwing Month, my trustworthy personal log.

the reason for this midday personal log is my learning of this human celebration called Pride Month (an entertaining nomenclature, given how the Bajoran year is not divided into months)—it originated in the late 21st century (standard Earth reckoning) on one of Earth’s northern continents

and woefully unprepared to step into the dating pool

unfortunately I do not

hmm Garak. Why does his name sound familiar

[insert meme of senator palpatine telling a young anakin “we will watch your career with great interest]

Fascinating. Not many in the Federation even knows the California class vessels exist but even unsung heroes, to use a Klingon turn of phrase, live and die with honor.

I am glad to hear that. As of late, it has been very odd not to be in their company. Please inform me the next time any of them visit.

Alas, I must return to my quarters. It’s been good to speak with you, lieutenant.

Horchata. Intriguing. I shall remember.

Yes, it was quite an experience

*cracks the faintest smile as she looks away almost nostalgically into the distance*

In that case, I shall be immensely grateful for my time spent on the Cerritos as preparation for this insanity

I shall try some of this English Breakfast tea tomorrow. Do you recommend any other Earth food or drink, given your time spent on that planet?

I appreciate that. When I served on the Shv’ahl, this would’ve been grounds for two days of intense mediation

I am also exploring human food and drink cultures. How is your… is that English First Meal tea?

Apologies, sir, my mind is scattered today. My current intake of caffeine may be to blame.

You sound well-read in Romulan history.

After finishing Spock’s holo-biography I became intrigued about their history, especially as it intersects our own being the Sundering. Book and holonovel recommendations would be much appreciated, sir.

this fact is partly why I remain committed to the teachings of Surak. Although occasionally warranted, progress should not require violence to be achieved.

*takes sip of vulcan tea*

regrettably, humanity’s volatile nature is akin to ours. It is unfortunate so much progress appeared to require such bloodshed.