Penname: KayCee [Contact]
Real name: Kandy Ray
Member Since: 29 Jul 2010
Membership status: Member
Bio: Having only recently been able to find the time to reconnect with the Trek universe I love, I was not at all sure how to refresh my bio. I finally settled on the following:

I won’t tell you how old I am, but I was 15 when the Enterprise streaked across America’s TV screens for the first time ever. I have two sons, two daughters-in-law, one grandson (a just turned thirteen gamer), and two granddaughters (along with them comes one steady boyfriend and one soon-to-be grandson-in-law).

Previous to Katrina, I made a decent supplemental living painting murals. Now my day job is forensic accounting related to claims adjusting. Most people think that juxtaposition is weird – go figure. My sons have been instructed that if I ever come up missing they should call Pixar Studios and ask for the doughnut trolley lady. (I would actually pay those people to let me peer over their shoulders while they work their magic.)

I have lived in a little hamlet about 80 miles north of New Orleans for more than 20 years - which is why reference to south Louisiana is a thread that runs through most of my stories - and is fitting, because my favorite character, the much misunderstood and often underestimated Christine Chapel, was born in New Orleans.

Other than Unsung Heroes (a collaboration with Sam Pengraff and into which I still managed a reference to New Orleans) my stories are all TOS - my first Trek love.

Alas, it has been another long hiatus in writing, not to mention posting stories, and I hope to post a revised story soon, with more to come later.

Meanwhile, I am grateful for the comments and reviews of my older stories. They inspired and encouraged me to set out on the journey and boldly go forward into the future once again.

Gender: female
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Kestrel - Hunting Grounds by Miranda Fave    Rated: T    Liked  Reviews (263) 
Summary: Past Featured Story

The USS Kestrel, an aging Miranda class, serving as part of the Border Service has the thankless task of patrolling some of the murkier corners of the Federation. As the seat of Federation power in a dangerous and wild region of space, the Kestrel acts to paraphrase her firebrand captain, Captain Gregory McGregor, as the rule and the law, the line in the sand, the first and last line of defense for the Federation.

"So we can't be calling in the cavalry at the drop of a hat. We are the cavalry. We stand the line, we duke it out, we shout them down, we clean their windscreens, and we set out the welcome mat. It's not all bad you know."

This is the first story featuring the ramshackle, rough and ready crew of the Kestrel. I'd call them an unorthodox crew but hey isn't every crew unorthodox in their own way!

Led by the acerbic, sarcastic, bombastic, over the top, pain-in-the-ass, coarse and unprofessional Captain Gregory McGregor. Just the type of behaviour to get stuff on the border done! There's no time for Jean-Luc's niceties here!

The Border Dogs might be seen as the ‘poor cousins' of the Fleet and the Miranda might be seen as the ‘Ford pick-up of Starfleet' but the Kestrel in the humble opinion of her Captain shows the Fleeters how to do things the proper way.

 


Chapters: 55    Table of Contents
Categories: Expanded Universes
Characters: Cartwright, Molly, Ensemble Cast - USS Kestrel, McGregor, Gregory
Genre: Action/Adventure, Drama, Humor, Mystery
Warnings: Adult Language, Character Death
 Series: Kestrel
Completed: No    Word count: 149473    Read Count: 315690
[Report This] Published: 28 Mar 2009 Updated: 14 Apr 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 14 Aug 2010 Title: Chapter 2: 'But It's a Miranda Class!'

I am enjoying your story very much.

Author's Response:

Thanks KayCee. i hope you continue to read and enjoy it. There's a bit of the story to go yet and more fun and danger to be had. Thanks again for reading and responding.

Star Trek HQ : Episode 4 : Homunculus by Samuel Pengraff    Rated: K+      Reviews (1) 
Summary: The only survivor of the Borg MuSpace Sphere carries out a one-man assault on planet Earth.
Chapters: 7    Table of Contents
Categories: Next Generation
Characters: Ensemble Cast - TNG
Genre: Drama
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 14405    Read Count: 16520
[Report This] Published: 25 Apr 2009 Updated: 25 Apr 2009
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 26 Sep 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Teaser

Although the HQ series is extremely technical, the stories are action packed and held my interest.

Although the plot is as thick as Andorian quicksand, it pulled me in (and may you burn in the Divenium for pulling me through the wormhole into this universe, I was quite content in my little TOS world).

I appreciate the intricacy and the technology. I made the effort to Wikipedia anything I needed to understand better and was educated in the process. MuSpace is an extremely intriguing concept.

The only suggestion I have is to temper the intricacy with more narrative that is non-technical. As I read, I realized I would have to go back and read the story again, ignoring the mind-bending technical detail, and concentrate on the plot and the underlying story.

Example: When we went to see Avatar, we chose the 3D theatre. The effects were spectacularly awesome. However, they nearly obscured the message, which was an indictment of Manifest Destiny. It was only very adept handling of the story that made it outshine the 3D – for me. Most of my acquaintances who saw the movie totally missed the message. Perhaps I simply look beyond the obvious and they don’t.

Slowing down the pace to prevent information overload might appeal to more individuals, including me, who can better appreciate the technology if they have a chance to digest one concept before being hit hard between the eyes with another, and another, and another….

I look forward to the posting of Episode 5!

KayCee

Author's Response:

An excellent review and my humble thanks are extended.

Star Trek HQ was influenced by the idea that Trek fanfiction would be more interesting if it were reminiscent of an actual script and, among many other things, submerge us in a consistent world of innovative, life-changing treknology to help sustain the believability of the story (and even if it meant occasionally wearing goggles to minimize the pain of getting repeatedly hit betwixt the eyes!)

Your suggestion to temper the intricacy of a story with more non-technical narrative is well received. I understand the analogy you draw with Avatar, too, and agree that sometimes the technology used in the making of a movie can also interfere with the delivery of the message. I can learn from that, as we all must learn from the misguided attempts at Manifest Destiny of big business in the past, especially big industry. The quest for Unobtainium is at least as old as civilization itself, and is the ultimate folly if it destroys our planet in its pursuit.

I love your comment about my burning in the Divenium. Your level of comprehension of Star Trek HQ astounds me and I don’t need to tell you how satisfying that is for a writer. I’m pleased if I played some small role in increasing your appreciation of the TNG era of Trek.

I will post Episode 5.

Samuel.

The Irony of Sacrifice by Samuel Pengraff    Rated: K+      Reviews (2) 
Summary: Past Featured Story

Starfleet International 2009 Short Story Contest fifth place prize winner.

The road to Starfleet is filled not so much with heroes but rather with those affected by them.
Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Deep Space Nine
Characters: None
Genre: Action/Adventure
Warnings: None
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 3805    Read Count: 1513

[Report This] Published: 09 Sep 2010 Updated: 09 Sep 2010
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 05 Nov 2010 Title: Chapter 1: The Irony of Sacrifice

Sam,

I just read your story. I am having a hard time forming any other words than - Wow!

The narrative was beautifully scripted. The twist at the end again took me by surprise - and I should have been prepared after "The Raft." You crafted the story in such a way that the ending, although it sneaks up on you, is sadly perfect.

You left the clues but wove them into the fabric of the story so well the reader only recognizes, and appreciates, them at the end. My only defense can be that I was enjoying the narrative and dialog so much that I was hypnotized.

Cudos! Now I understand why you appreciate the little bit of mystery I fold into my stories.

If this story got Fifth Place, I can only imagine how good First through Fourth are.

KayCee

Author's Response:

I’m very honored, Kaycee, thank you, but a little flabbergasted too! I’m struggling for the proper words to convey my appreciation for the great review, but even more so for my appreciation for the interesting person, and superb creative writer, that wrote that review. You’re 5 out of 5 stars in my book.

I was very fortunate to have received two invaluable critical reviews while the story was still in the early draft stage, and I feel I owe the lion’s share of whatever success this story has attained to these generous souls, who prefer to go unnamed. They had the courage to give me their honest appraisals, bare knuckles and all, and I am very grateful. The experience has left me convinced that writers can truly fluorish when they are members of an altruistic community that derive joy as much from the success of others as themselves.

Samuel.

Star Trek HQ : Episode 6 : Unsung Heroes by Samuel Pengraff, KayCee    Rated: K+  Round robin  Liked  Reviews (4) 
Summary:

In the spirit of fun and adventure I humbly extend a challenge to the many fine writers of Ad Astra: Write a story that is within the universe of Unsung Heroes. It’s a round robin event organized as an open series meaning that you can post your own stories to the series, the various stories adding together like the chapters of a book. Prequel, sequel, TNG mirror universe – the galaxy’s the limit!

The instructions are simple. Read Star Trek HQ first and then come up with your own story that plays within the same ‘virtual sandbox’. Some good ideas for additional stories might be: ‘What did Amy do next?’, or, ‘What happened to Doctor Dunmore when he returned to Starfleet Command?’

And what of our new enemy? Although little is known about him, his powers of creation and destruction are very real. Originating from an entirely new faction of the Borg, it appears that the collective has changed its views on the importance and role of the individual. Can this Borg Homunculus – this drone that is not a drone – spawn entire new cubes faster than Starfleet can scream retreat?

If you send an email to pengraff@telus.net and request The Unsung Heroes Technical Guide I’ll send you some important information on how the technology that tried to save Commander Worf worked. Your story does not need to use any of this technology – it’s available merely as technical backstory that you might find useful.

I hope it’s as much fun for you as it has been for me!


Chapters: 3    Table of Contents
Categories: Next Generation
Characters: Ensemble Cast - TNG
Genre: Action/Adventure
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: Star Trek HQ : Episode 6 : Unsung Heroes
Completed: Yes    Word count: 19801    Read Count: 6589
[Report This] Published: 28 Oct 2010 Updated: 05 Nov 2010
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 05 Nov 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Act 1, Unsung Heroes

Samuel: Thanks for your technical assistance - the technical manual was invaluable. For anyone who wants to contribute to this Round Robin, I suggest reading the Star Trek HQ series first. The writing was much easier after I read the first five well written installments. I also enjoyed my own story more.

Most of all,Sam, thanks for the editing and your undaunted patience!

KayCee

Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 05 Nov 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Act 1, Unsung Heroes

Gads, now I'm blushing. I enjoyed the experience, and considering it is the longest work I have ever produced, I learned a great deal.

I look forward to reading about the continuing voyages of Enterprise HQ, the galaxy's struggle against the Borg, and MuSpace.

KayCee

Breakable by Lil black dog    Rated: T    Liked  Reviews (10) 
Summary:

What if Parmen had broken Spock during their first altercation?  Here’s a look at how events might have played out.  Response to ‘The Choice’ challenge from MDGarcia.  If you haven’t seen the episode ‘Plato’s Stepchildren,’ this story will make little sense.  Slightly AU.


Chapters: 2    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Kirk, James T., McCoy, Leonard (Bones), Spock
Genre: Angst, Friendship
Warnings: Adult Language, Adult Situations
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 8877    Read Count: 8379
[Report This] Published: 14 Nov 2010 Updated: 14 Nov 2010
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 31 Jan 2011 Title: Chapter 1: Breakable - part one

LBD - You certainly have these three men down to a science. I can see and hear them, as if in an expanded episode.

The divergence, although subtle and generally does not affect the outcome of the original episode, gives a greater dimension to the aftermath.

I like this!

KayCee

Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 31 Jan 2011 Title: Chapter 2: Breakable - part two

Your writing style consistently pleases my reading palate. I enjoyed this very much, due as much to the narrative as the dialog.

KayCee

Sequelae by Lil black dog    Rated: K+    Liked  Reviews (4) 
Summary:

A series of short vignettes regarding the aftermath of the Psi 2000 virus as seen through the eyes of the victims.  Inspired by kes 7's first two free write prompts.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Ensemble Cast - TOS, Kirk, James T., McCoy, Leonard (Bones), Spock
Genre: Angst, Friendship
Warnings: None
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 7024    Read Count: 1558
[Report This] Published: 04 Dec 2010 Updated: 04 Dec 2010
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 09 Dec 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Sequelae

Very nicely done. I don't go in much for prolonged introspection - but you handled it well and judiciously. Thank you for not trampling on Chapel with a lot of hand-wringing and angst.

Author's Response:

Thanks, KayCee.  LOL!  Chapel has taken enough flak from the crew already - McCoy especially - so I didn't see the need for me to stomp on her as well.  I'm glad the introspection wasn't too over-the-top.  Thanks for reading and making the time to review.

LBD

The Raft by Samuel Pengraff    Rated: K    Liked  Reviews (6) 
Summary:

James T. Kirk, as Captain of the Enterprise NCC-1701-A, is called back to San Francisco for a memorial service marking the death of a lifelong friend, Transporter Chief Lewis Maitland.

A story about the transformative, healing power of stories.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Ensemble Cast - TOS
Genre: Drama
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 5535    Read Count: 1894
[Report This] Published: 16 Dec 2010 Updated: 16 Dec 2010
Reviewer: KayCee Signed Liked
Date: 17 Dec 2010 Title: Chapter 1: The Raft

Glad to see you have posted this great story on Ad Astra. I enjoyed reading it as an entry to the Starfleet 2010 story contest.

Author's Response: Thank you, KayCee, I am honored and very pleased that you enjoyed it. I was very surprised that your 2010 contest entry, The Visitor, was not among the winners and I hope you will post that story to this site, too.

Into the Maelstrom by Lil black dog    Rated: K    Liked  Reviews (7) 
Summary:

Pausing in her motions, the glass in her hand only partially dry, her gaze settled on the lone figure, seated in a dark corner.  He’d been here most of the night, and while drinking steadily, had refused to let his waitress clear away the used glasses, the substantial number of empties strewn about his table providing him his only company for the evening.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Kirk, James T.
Genre: Angst
Warnings: None
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 1344    Read Count: 1283
[Report This] Published: 16 Dec 2010 Updated: 16 Dec 2010
Reviewer: KayCee Signed Liked
Date: 17 Dec 2010 Title: Chapter 1: Into the Maelstrom

I enojoyed reading this little vignette. Very nicely done!

Author's Response:

Thank you, KayCee, glad you enjoyed it, but the accolades have to go to kes7 for her free write promt in the forums that inspired this piece.  It never would have come about without that. :D

LBD

As if Rain for Resurrection by Samuel Pengraff    Rated: K+    Liked  Reviews (7) 
Summary:

For much of his life James T. Kirk believed he carried a burden of shame, one that cast a shadow of prejudice over four generations of his family. But the release from this shame, and his full flourishing as a man, did not dwell in the hands of others. It lay in him.

Recommended Preliminary Viewing: TOS, “Where no Man has Gone Before.”

I would like to express my undying gratitude for the superb feedback and valued critique I received from KayCee and Lil Black Dog. Thank you, lovely ladies, you are the solar wind in my Starship's sails.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Ensemble Cast - TOS
Genre: Drama
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 2231    Read Count: 1655
[Report This] Published: 19 Feb 2011 Updated: 19 Feb 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 20 Feb 2011 Title: Chapter 1: As if Rain for Resurrection

Sam: This is excellently planned and executed, as usual.

I did not think the title would work until the very last paragraph, no doubt planned as well. In this story, you lead the reader down one path and then skillfully maneuver her or him onto another path that leads to the actual focus of the challenge without belaboring the point.

Very well done introspective – another fine piece of work. I look forward to the voting!

Thanks for the preview - KayCee.

Author's Response: Thank you, KayCee. I’m very grateful for your review, but also for your assistance with this story. I was amazed at the number of grammatical and other errors you found with my draft, and so quickly. The story reads much better without them! Thank you also for the encouragement, for your inspiring written works and for the confidence you have in me. ~ Sam.

"The Deep Blue" March Challenge 'Phobias' by Mackenzie Calhoun    Rated: K    Liked  Reviews (7) 
Summary: After an attack on the shuttlepod during the Romulan War, Malcolm Reed is confronted with a lifelong phobia as he is faced with rescuing Captain Archer alone.
Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Enterprise
Characters: Reed, Malcolm
Genre: Drama
Warnings: None
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 1919    Read Count: 1608
[Report This] Published: 15 Mar 2011 Updated: 15 Mar 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed Liked
Date: 28 Mar 2011 Title: Chapter 1: One

Although I think fear of drowning is a rational fear (I share), I enjoyed your entry in the 'phobias' challenge.

Author's Response: thanks, and indeed thanks for the rating.

Brother of the Heart by Lil black dog    Rated: K+    Liked  Reviews (9) 
Summary:

Why is Jim Kirk convinced he’ll die alone?� Maybe because he almost did once… A Jimmy and Sam Kirk childhood story which sheds some light on Kirk’s fear of dying alone.

�

Written for the 'Phobia' challenge.

Winner: Phobia Challenge
Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Kirk, James T.
Genre: Angst, Drama
Warnings: None
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 6675    Read Count: 1497
[Report This] Published: 18 Mar 2011 Updated: 18 Mar 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed Liked
Date: 28 Mar 2011 Title: Chapter 1: Brother of the Heart

As usual, very well written. I like your narrative - smart and engaging - always makes me want to read more.

A well scripted and apt entry for 'phobias' challenge - although I think 'dying alone' has to be right up there with the top 5 fears.

KayCee

Author's Response:

Thanks. KayCee.  As always, your comments are greatly appreciated. :D  Yeah, it's definitely cliche, but Kirk's fear of dying alone was what jumped out at me when reading the challenge prompt.  From what we saw in TOS, Kirk wasn't afraid of anything! I was looking to explore the origin of that irrational (for him anyway) fear. ;-)

Heavy is the Burden of Command by Enterprise1981    Rated: T    Liked  Reviews (7) 
Summary:

Season 1, Episode 4

The Coridan Massacre was one of the numerous humiliating defeats for the Federation during the Dominion War. One officer recounts his failed attempt to save the fifteen hundred trapped miners.

Initially submitted as part of March 2011 Phobias Challenge on Ad Astra.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Deep Space Nine, Expanded Universes
Characters: Morrison, Mandel, Vircona, Limis
Genre: Drama, Horror, Tragedy
Warnings: Violence
 Series: Star Trek: Lambda Paz
Completed: Yes    Word count: 2201    Read Count: 2357

[Report This] Published: 22 Mar 2011 Updated: 22 Mar 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 28 Mar 2011 Title: Chapter 1: Heavy is the Burden of Command

How could I top what Sam said? Ditto.

KayCee

The Unwethian Shaft by Samuel Pengraff    Rated: K    Liked  Reviews (4) 
Summary: Past Featured Story

The Bor’jun were an honest people, turned out from generations of proud, trusting and loyal stock. Hamarr, daughter of Anvil and Herra, was raised lovingly and though afflicted with a disability as a child was as fine an example of her culture as could be found among the people of her day.

But it is an all-too common failing that such honest folk can sometimes too easily bestow their trust upon those that have not truly earned it, those they mistakenly call friend.

******


Chapters: 2    Table of Contents
Categories: Enterprise
Characters: Ensemble Cast - Multiple
Genre: Action/Adventure
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 9970    Read Count: 3892
[Report This] Published: 23 Mar 2011 Updated: 23 Mar 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 28 Mar 2011 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I am sooooo late in posting this review!

Since I read the first draft a few months ago, I can say with authority that this is a wonderful and finely honed final version. You have demonstrated not only Soong's lack of conscience but given a viable explanation of how the Borg began their march through the galaxy gobbling up whole cultures.

It is scary to think of the similarities between Dr. Soong's approach and the indoctrinated Hitler youth/aryan breeding programs in the 1930s. (I watched The Third Reich again last night.)

The ending is fair warning for the next 'elephant in the room' we may encounter.

Great job!! (No, this is not the comprehensive review I promised, I am still working on that to do it justice.)

Great Job! - KayCee

Author's Response:

Thank you for the review KayCee, and the generous remarks. The story goes only so far as describing the first few baby steps of the Borg, as I imagined them, and of course by the time we see the Borg in Q Who almost a thousand years later they have morphed into a potent and merciless force completely absent of altruism, justice, compassion or any sense of the moral high ground.

Your comparison of Soong’s Borg to the Third Reich is I think a very valid one, although as you know they are just another member of a long line of conquerors and twisted thinkers who stand proudly beneath their “liberator” banner as they meticulously dilute and downplay individual rights. Hitler himself made a number of eerily Borg-like comments intended to diminish the importance of the individual, with this one perhaps the most telling: “It is thus necessary that the individual should finally come to realize that his own ego is of no importance in comparison with the existence of the nation, that the position of the individual is conditioned solely by the interests of the nation as a whole.” http://quotes.liberty-tree.ca/quotes/fascism

As long as freedom exists so too will the temptation away from it, and if the number of ‘authoritarian regimes’ in the world today is any indication, then the subject is as relevant today as it ever was. As Thomas Jefferson said, “The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.”

The Necklace by Samuel Pengraff    Rated: K    Liked  Reviews (7) 
Summary:

The strain of carrying McCoy’s katra takes its toll upon Spock, who begins to take on some of McCoy’s traits. It is a great learning experience for Spock, one that isn’t truly complete until his Kolinahr training is abruptly ended by the V’ger entity.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Ensemble Cast - TOS
Genre: Drama
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 8182    Read Count: 2153
[Report This] Published: 21 Apr 2011 Updated: 21 Apr 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 28 Apr 2011 Title: Chapter 1: The Necklace

Sam:

For an a Trek fan whose focus is primarily TNG you have an uncanny grasp of what I consider the best elements of TOS - as well as a mastery of descriptive narrative.

The countdown of Spock's 'errors' is quintessential McCoy, the "So let's summarize..." so Kirk.

My favorite line: "But where a hot red planet burned now ran fields of cotton, magnolias, and yellow jasmine. Provenance, his provenance."

As with all your work, I liked this story upon reading it under it's original title, before the new ending. The new ending is especially appealing because it offers a more respective treatment of my favorite character but gives more depth to Spock's character and reaffirms his dedication to his friends.

Great story!

KayCee

Author's Response: You have read this story of mine in at least three different points in its evolution and provided me a fresh set of insightful observations and suggestions each time, and over I don’t know how many emails. You not only created an entirely original perspective on Chapel’s relationship with Spock, but generously arranged to loan your Christine to me for a guest appearance in my story. ‘Thank you’ hardly seems like enough, but it seems that is what we writers live on nowadays, that and heartwarming reviews. ~ Sam.

Author's Response: You have read this story of mine in at least three different points in its evolution and provided me a fresh set of insightful observations and suggestions each time, and over I don’t know how many emails. You not only created an entirely original perspective on Chapel’s relationship with Spock, but generously arranged to loan your Christine to me for a guest appearance in my story. ‘Thank you’ hardly seems like enough, but it seems that is what we writers live on nowadays, that and heartwarming reviews. ~ Sam.

Reviewer: KayCee Signed Liked
Date: 28 Apr 2011 Title: Chapter 1: The Necklace

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A Mother's Love by Lil black dog    Rated: K+    Liked  Reviews (8) 
Summary:

A mother’s parting gift to her only son.  Inspired by the free write prompt entitled ‘Last Words,’ this grew of its own volition into something I hadn’t planned, or even expected.


Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Grayson, Amanda, Spock
Genre: Angst, Drama, Family
Warnings: Character Death
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 2079    Read Count: 1435
[Report This] Published: 07 Jun 2011 Updated: 07 Jun 2011
Reviewer: KayCee Signed Liked
Date: 12 Jun 2011 Title: Chapter 1: A Mother's Love

LBD -

This story is a poignant glimpse into the heart of an iconic hero as well as the woman who surely gave him the inspiration to leave Vulcan, join Starfleet and find what was on the other side.

As always, you have painted your story with the emotional palette I have come to appreciate.

The Awakening by Lil black dog    Rated: T      Reviews (11) 
Summary:

As a young boy struggles to find his place in the world, a chance encounter sets his feet on a path that will ultimately change the course of his planet's history.  Sorry, can't say anything else without giving too much away. ;-)

Winner: A Page from History Challenge
Chapters: 1    Table of Contents
Categories: Original Series
Characters: Spock
Genre: Angst, Drama, Friendship
Warnings: None
 Series: None
Completed: Yes    Word count: 4306    Read Count: 1279
[Report This] Published: 28 Jul 2012 Updated: 28 Jul 2012
Reviewer: KayCee Signed
Date: 20 Oct 2012 Title: Chapter 1: The Awakening

This is a terrific story excellently executed.(You know how I do love mystery!)

Ancient Aliens...! I enjoyed the read - KayCee

Author's Response:

Hey KayCee - so glad you enjoyed it.  I did have some trepidation as to whether or not it would work, so I'm thrilled that it didn't disappoint.