I hope everything is well. I’m confident that Captain Johnston has proven quiet capable of running operations in my absence. I’d had inform the officers in the department before leaving of the reason for my leave, there was no sense in keeping it a secret, as it would have only created unfounded rumors and you know how rumors circulate quickly among the crew. The timing might have come at the wrong time, but Admiral Sinclair knows best.
I’m fine. As you know, I’m staying with the Sertoriuses on Shangri-la . No need to live a Spartan life that you prefer..ha ha. Then again, I’ve never lived my entire life in the military. The Sertorius suite is a little like being back home. Its an Aerilan home and I’m grateful to be a guest here. They take good care of me.
I do not plan to keep idle here while waiting between counseling sessions. There will be no one from Avalon to check on the welfare of the evacuated dependents while she is away. Those on the Pacifica will have more than enough to do than worry about dependents. I feel obligated though I’m suspended from duty to see that the dependents are looked after. I am making myself available to them if anything should be required.
Jake, be careful out there. This may only be a simple salvage, and I hope that it is just that, simple, but I know the dangers that you will all face out there. I wish I had not been forced to take this leave so I can share in the risks. Then again, who knows, maybe the Cylons will find us before Avalon returns. I hope not. Its really never been safe for any of us. I’ll be thinking of you while you’re away, be safe, and happy hunting, Jester.