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Also, from a physiological perspective, it's reasonable to conclude that at least some of that life will resemble humans. As with most life on earth, our sensory organs are located in close proximity to "controlling" organ, the brain. Also, to interact with its environment, an organism needs at minimum of 2 appendages for mobility and 2 appendages for object manipulation. Of course, an organism can have 4 legs or 4 arms or more. But, 2 of each is an optimal number for efficient function. So while "life" on other planets will be strange, wonderful and terrifying, I also have no doubt that some of it will have many characteristics as humans.

Don't forget there is an intelligent organism with 4 ambulatory appendages and a single manipulation appendage. On the opposite end, there is another intelligent organism with 8 appendages that double for both ambulatory and manipulation. Not only that, 2/3 of the organism's neurons are found in the nerve cords of its appendages. If it weren't for this organism's rather insane breeding habits, well.. one never knows.. It might be able to take over. ;)

That said, there is no reason to assume that other organisms will even have fingers, much less be humanoid in appearance.

One never knows, they may have gone extinct hundreds of millions of years ago. The dinosaurs did, after all, and they were around a LOT longer than us. Billions of civilizations across the galaxy could have risen and fallen to extinction in that time. Alternatively, there could be planets with "dinosaurs" that never went extinct. Still roaming around, failing at the whole "brain" thing in favour of eating each other to death. :3

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Congrats Voleron! :cheer:

Sounds like you've got some really cool things planned and I can't wait!

Didn't we once have forum badges? I seem to remember people having them a long time ago and then they all disappeared.

Thanks Jacien! And yes, from what I understand we used to have them, and we'd be looking at reimplementing them and adding more :)

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So do we get Resses cups and hi-c to mark the transfer of power?

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I was told there would be punch and pie

Why does everyone expect food? I thought the muffins and Tang I put out would've fulfilled my social obligations? ;)

Thanks for the kind words, everyone! :)

Store brand tang dosen't count sir :evil: .... still congrats

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Yea the air bundles with the cruise lines suck pretty bad - Its bets to domply go online to your favorite resource, you will find much better rates. As for Wi-Fi costs it depends on the amount of time you want to purchase. I suggest getting minute bundles as that is the more cost effective option versus paying by the per minute use.

Yeah the flights do suck. I am just going to see what I can get from Boston. I know Jetblue has a couple direct to the Miami area (Miami and Ft. Lauderdale). Or I may drive down, have always wanted to do that.

Congrats Voleron! :cheer:

Sounds like you've got some really cool things planned and I can't wait!

Didn't we once have forum badges? I seem to remember people having them a long time ago and then they all disappeared.

I am socially obliged to say congratulations and i mean it. Though now that is over with, get to work with you *whip*
Those activities you want to do look awesome :D

Gratz!! Keep up the good work :D

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So do we get Resses cups and hi-c to mark the transfer of power?

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I was told there would be punch and pie

Why does everyone expect food? I thought the muffins and Tang I put out would've fulfilled my social obligations? ;)

Thanks for the kind words, everyone! :)

Every time I hear or read the word "tang", I can't help but think of the old Al Bundy line "Tang don't smoke!"

oh, and congratz! :)

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I think the greater issue here is sexual identity among sexually active gay men. I know that if I want to get with hot guys I need to be hot myself.

This is the gay law.

One can only attract the people they are attracted to if they look as the attractive person does.

Unfortunately, 'look as one wants' holds more water than a gallon bucket.

don't fight it, our psychological fronts and representations won't let you understand the truth...

Hot is relative. I find a kind spirit and confident personality much more attractive. Next time you meet a hot guy, close your eyes and shut out your visual sense. Experience him with your other senses. Is he still hot, or did his looks overwhelm your opinion?

Looks fade over time. They're as changing as the seasons. What we consider to be hot also changes with fashion. One decade it's twinks, the next decade it's muscle boys and bears. And I've seen many guys change themselves and drop their boyfriends simply so that they could fit in with what is considered "hot" and be seen with someone other people consider as "hot".

I guess what I'm trying to say is that what is hot for you shouldn't be influenced by anyone's opinion but your own. And if you do allow other people's opinions to influence your attraction (especially the gay community's), then you're simply feeding the big bad monster that is Gay Law.

Cephalization, Bilateral Symmetry, and Carbon based life are all indicative of higher lifeforms on Earth, but that's due to the unique properties of Earth. Other planets will have completely different environments that maybe better suited for different adaptions.

In aquatic environments, we've seen creatures that aren't bilaterally symmetrical. Silicon can bond to four other molecules and create chains just as Carbon can. I think once we really get out there, we'll be shocked at the diversity.

What a bargain TY

I quite like the excelsior evem to a degree the refit. THe part I hate about the refit though is the parts they added to the engineering section right next to the deflector dish... I hate that bit. The extra impulse engines I love though, same with the newer warp nacelle look. Fortunatly STO gives me the option for the excelsior look I love.

Done and done! Thanks again, D! :side:

No prob.. I think you can probably center it at the bottom of your posts by using the center command if you like, for example:

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I want punch and pie too. I think the new fleet resources admiral should find a way to get us some. timmihhhhh!!!!

thank you everyone. the fleet is in good hands...dave has done an outstanding job as fleet captain...no doubt he'll take the admiral spot by the horns and get the job done better than i ever could. :-)

besides, i've learned to love carrier duties/love

all I can say is 'SEX' and 'ME' and 'YES PLEASE' with a little 'OOOH I LIKE THAT' mixed in for fun...

hey, a ship is a ship... I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but 'there will be more' and 'you aren't alone'

seriously, this ship isn't the end...

I think the greater issue here is sexual identity among sexually active gay men. I know that if I want to get with hot guys I need to be hot myself.

This is the gay law.

One can only attract the people they are attracted to if they look as the attractive person does.

Unfortunately, 'look as one wants' holds more water than a gallon bucket.

don't fight it, our psychological fronts and representations won't let you understand the truth...

I read this article about gay men and body image. I think this is a lot of the reason why models and porn stars are so looked up to in our community. Thought you all might find it interesting. :P

Congratulations Voleron! Great to have you join that Admiralty.

Jamie, I'm sad to see you go! You've been a great Admiral!!