A lot of the time, Jim asks Spock questions he could answer for himself just so Spock will raise that one eyebrow and look at him with his adorably puzzled expression.

Being Jim’s first officer is much easier than most people would believe if only because Spock knows him so well.

Careful isn’t a word that anyone would have used to describe James T. Kirk until he fell in love with the Enterprise and Spock, in that order.

Devotion is not a Vulcan concept but one Spock learns is well within his capacity given the right circumstances.

Eccentric was never a word used to describe Spock until Jim changed that, or corrupted him as Spock sometimes claims, making Jim laugh.

Foreplay is not one of their areas of expertise as they can never spend sufficient time perfecting their technique.

Gravity pales in comparison to Spock when it comes to keeping Jim grounded.

Hearts may been made to be broken but Jim promised Spock he would never do that to him and Spock believes him whole-heartedly.

I love you – three words Spock will never tire of hearing from his t’hy’la.

Jealousy was an emotion Jim had never experienced until he watched Spock and Uhura look at each other, just as Spock felt it every time Jim made overtures to anyone who… well, anyone.

Kindred spirits – that’s how McCoy described them even before they admitted to themselves, or each other, how they felt.

Language sometimes gets in their way, unless it is the silent language of love.

Most of the crew delight in their happiness, although some think Uhura should have been treated better, support she appreciates but assures them is unnecessary.

Nice ass – surprisingly, it is when he hears those words that Spock finally decides that Jim really is interested in him as more than a friend and co-worker.

Opposite might attract but Spock thinks that he and Jim fit together perfectly, like two halves of the whole.

Pillows were one of the things they had to most trouble settling on when they finally moved into the same quarters.

Quizzical looks from the crew as they walk down the corridor make Jim laugh and Spock raise that one eyebrow.

Rational thought is impossible when Spock kisses him, and he is quite glad.

Spontaneous combustion is extremely rare Bones promised when Jim confided he is afraid loving Spock so much would cause him to burst into flames.

Temporal distortions suck but they also gave Jim the courage to tell Spock how he feels, wanting what the first Jim and Spock had.

Unilateral surrender is the only term Spock can find to adequately describe giving into the force of nature that is James Kirk in love.

Vegetarianism is something Jim will never be able to adopt but is extremely respectful of Spock’s choice not to eat meat.

What am I going to do with you? is a question Spock asks just so Jim will laugh, the unbridled amusement lighting his blue eyes and crinkling the corners of his mouth.

Xenobiology is something Jim is glad he studied so he knows that Vulcans and Humans are sexual compatible even before he learns it first hand.

Zero is the number of times Jim asks Spock if he loves him because he already has the answer.



26 More

Zoo-like is what the Admirals wrote in evaluation of the overall behavior of the crew after a surprise inspection but Admiral Pike intercepted the report before it got up to Command because he understands their need to periodically let down their hair and howl at the moon.

Yelling is discouraged on board the Enterprise except when playing charades and shouting out the answers is the only way to get the win for Team Blue.

X never ever marks the spot until Jim draws one over his heart for Spock to find.

Wishing will not make it so unless you are wishing a certain Vulcan will fall in love with you when he already has.

Visiting new and unexplored planets is equally frightening and exciting, and despite what Starfleet seems to believe, only sometimes ends up with all hell breaking loose.

Until the crew met James Kirk they thought the most exciting things they would encounter would be found outside the Enterprise.

Tiberius shouldn’t be anyone’s middle name, and on the rare occasion one of the crew asks the Captain about it, he laughs and says his mother had hopes of him becoming a Roman Emperor.

Surak, Spock is sure, would have changed his mind about suppressing all emotion if he had been the one to fall in love with a certain Captain.

Really, the entire ship knew they were meant to be together.

Quality time together can be hard to come by so they have learned to make the most of every minute they have to themselves.

Pillorying has been outlawed for centuries but there are certain yeomen who make Jim think those laws may have been premature.

Occasionally Jim has to reprimand one of his crew and he has decided that it’s the worst part of being Captain, worse even than paperwork.

Naughty words start appearing on the walls of Rec Room 4 and Jim decides to leave them because graffiti is a time-honored Human tradition and they secretly make him laugh.

Mastering Human humor has never been high on Spock’s list of priorities until he decides he wants to be the one to make Jim laugh until milk comes out his nose.

Leisure time can be in short supply which is why Jim turns a blind eye when his crew plays Phrenzied Phaser Phire on their computers, and he knows they’ll stop when their duty requires their undivided attention.

Kidnapping is frowned on but if it helps to capture the flag and secure victory for Team Gold Jim can be persuaded to look the other way.

Just because we can doesn’t mean we should was inadequate to dissuade Jim from trying nil-gravity parasailing on shoreleave which predictably ended in disaster and a lengthy recovery period in MedBay.

Injuries are to be expected while exploring space but Bones still can’t figure out how Jim dislocated both hips or why Spock looked so embarrassed when Bones asked him about it.

Hard-headed is all-too-often used to describe Jim but he prefers focused and confident which Spock says do not have the same meaning although Jim chooses to ignore him.

Gravy makes everything taste better Bones always says while eating whatever it is buried beneath.

Fresh food is a rare and cherished treat during space travel and Jim seems to find ways to requisition it more often than do most Captains, securing the devotion of even those crewmembers who don’t believe he really is a miracle worker.

Exceptional in all circumstances – that’s how Starfleet describes the Command Crew when they are awarded the George Kirk Commendation of Excellence.

Despite Jim’s best efforts to convince them otherwise, Starfleet continues to consider him their number one hero and prize addition to any official function, a fate made easier because he drags Spock along with him.

Captains don’t go on away missions is the beginning of nearly every message he receives from Starfleet, right before their acknowledgement that if he hadn’t gone planetside the negotiations would not have ended successfully.

BFF is a term Spock found silly, childish, and idiotic right up to the first time he heard Jim use it when referring to him.

All things considered, Jim can’t imagine what his life would be like if he hadn’t boarded the shuttle and thanks Chris on the anniversary of that date, providing of course he is conscious or otherwise in any condition to talk.



26 Foods

Apples are Jim’s favorite fruit and Spock knows it is illogical for him to envy the food whenever Jim eats one while on the Bridge.

Banana pudding was not a delight that had existed in Jim’s world until Bones introduces him to it, something for which Jim will never be able to adequately thank him.

Caramel apples seemed utterly illogical to Spock until their bond transmitted to him the unbridled pleasure that Jim experiences while eating them.

Doughnuts also seemed illogical to Spock until Jim shared one with him and then he understood.

Eggnog only appears at Christmas and Jim is glad because Spock likes it a little too much, and since Jim is allergic to it, he’s forced to wait two hours to kiss Spock after he drinks it.

French fries are one of Jim’s secret addictions, one he does everything possible to hide from Bones, but the doctor always knows when he’s eaten them.

Green beans are not high on Jim’s list of favorite foods but Spock loves them so much Jim will eat them without complaint whenever he is offered some.

Hashbrowns often accompany Jim’s scrambled eggs only because he can’t get away with eating french fires for breakfast.

Ice cream is often in Jim’s dreams and he always shares with Spock, making Spock wish it were more readily available in the waking world.

Jujubes had been Jim’s favorite candy when he was little but eating them as an adult turns out to be oddly unsatisfactory, the reality failing to live up to the memories.

Kosher dill pickles make any sandwich better in Jim’s experience, even replicated ones.

Lemonade is quite refreshing Spock decides after consuming way too much on a visit to San Francisco.

Marshmallows should only be eaten after being toasted Spock insists when Jim offers him one straight from the package.

Nectarines are fine but Jim really prefers peaches even with that weird fuzz on the skin which seems to vaguely freak Spock out.

Oranges are not just a delicious fruit but an awesome weapon when a food fight breaks out in mess.

Potatoes are not intended to be the only vegetable you consume, Bones reminds Jim almost daily, insisting he occasionally eat something green as well.

Quiche is a good place to disguise broccoli especially when Bones adds hash browns to Jim’s plate because then he knows he’ll eat it all.

Raspberries don’t need to exist as far as Jim is concerned, considering that there are plenty of other berries to choose from.

Spaghetti is best with meat sauce but Jim has no problem switching to marinara so Spock will eat it with him, Lady and the Tramp style.

Tacos with no meat are quite delicious but Spock refuses to eat them because they fall apart too easily and it annoys him when they make a mess.

Unleavened bread makes a good substitute for crunchy taco shells but Spock isn’t interested in trying it because he still holds a grudge against the entire idea of tacos.

Velveeta Cheese isn’t really cheese or a food Bones complains to Spock for the hundredth time, but Spock knows neither of them will ever stop Jim from eating it.

Whipped cream is fine on desserts but much better on Spock.

Xyrillian greens are considered a delicacy by many humans but Jim is not among them, their tart flavor and constant movement equally disconcerting to him whenever he tries to eat them.

Yams are Bones favorite starchy vegetable, a devotion he spreads throughout the entire crew.

Zucchini grows really well under Sulu’s care and attention except when Jim pinches off the flowers because he gets so tired of Bones trying to make him eat them.



26 Questions

26 Questions Bones Wishes He Never Had to Ask Jim

Aren’t you concerned that Starfleet will have your ass in a sling if you disobey every order they give you?

Because you can is the reason you decided to try underwater spear fishing?

Can’t you at least pretend you’re surprised that I was right about eating those innocent looking flowers?

Doesn’t it occur to you that I have better things to do than patch you up one more time?

Ever heard of better safe than sorry?

For the last time can you please remember that you are not immortal?

Good God man how many of those did you drink?

Happy?

I’m guessing you have a really good explanation for that particular rash?

Just because Spock said it was okay?

Kumquats did what to you?

Listen to your doctor much?

My God man how many times do I have to tell you I’m a doctor not a sex therapist?

Not again?

Oh no you did not?

Position of the day?

Questions will not be tolerated - orly???

Repeat that one more time - slowly?

Stupid isn’t an adequate diagnosis??

Taking off your clothes is too much to ask for this exam?

Underwear?

Victory includes a broken arm and a fractured nose?

Why?

X-rays revealed what?

Your what hurts?

Zipping up did that?

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26 Questions Jim Asked Spock Before, During and/or After

Aren’t you glad I finally admitted I love you?

Bones told you to tell me that?

Can’t you see how much I hate it when you go on away missions without me?

Doesn’t it seem like longer than 6 months that we’ve been in love?

Either one of those ideas appeal to you?

Faster?

Got any more ideas you would like to try?

How did you say this is supposed work?

I did what to you?

Just one more minute?

Kissing doesn’t get any better than this does it?

Listening to me sleep makes you want to wake me up?

More?

Nobody ever did that to you before?

Only I can make you feel that way?

Please?

Quick and dirty or slow and dirty?

Research told you that?

Spock?

That was your first time?

Until the stars go out?

Variety is the spice of life, right?

We’ll try that again soon?

Xenobiology said we can do that?

Yes you are now or yes you can be ready soon?

Zebras make you think of having sex with me?

26 Names and 26 Excuses

26 Names

Admiral Christopher Pike remains Jim Kirk’s strongest advocate throughout Jim’s somewhat stormy Starfleet career.

Bones would prefer to give back his nickname but Jim will not be denied in anything, especially renaming those people he cares the most about.

Chekov worships Jim which embarrasses Jim to no end but Spock assures him there is nothing he can do about it so Jim tries to accept it with grace.

Dr. McCoy wishes Jim were an easier patient but as he has unlimited access to all of Jim’s files he understands Jim’s unease around all thing medical.

Ensign Chekov believes he hides his hero worship pretty well and Lt. Sulu would never do anything to make him think otherwise.

First Officer Spock cannot imagine serving on any ship but the Enterprise with any Captain but his t’hy’la.

George Kirk finally stopped haunting his son about the time Jim celebrated his second anniversary as Captain of the USS Enterprise.

Hikaru Sulu loves Pavel Chekov more than he ever thought possible and he’s happy that those feelings are returned.

I don’t care what you call me as long as you mean “I love you” when you say it.

Jim Kirk loves his First Officer more than most people know although that he worships him is pretty obvious to everyone.

Kirk, James Kirk, he says after watching one too many James Bond movies making the crew beg Spock to hide them all.

Leonard McCoy likes being in their company because the reflection of their love is warmer than his beloved Georgia sunshine.

Montgomery Scott isn’t really a miracle worker but no one would ever dare tell his Captain that.

Nyota Uhura still loves Spock, enough to be happy for him that he found that one person he always needed.

Oprah reruns occasionally still find their way into their holopics, and they often find truth in her advice.

Pavel doesn’t really believe everything was inwented in Russia, he just likes making the Captain laugh when he claims that it was.

Q watches the crew of this Enterprise and thinks having a 25 year old Captain makes them even more fun than the crew of the first Kirk but wisely keeps his opinions to himself, not even telling Picard about the temporal anomaly.

Rand likes being the Captain’s Yeoman but when she signed onto Starfleet thought her life would be a little more exciting than getting coffee and asking him to sign yet another stack of forms he refuses to read first.

Spock knows the Captain watches him when they are on duty and if he doesn’t think about it too much can actually concentrate on his work while he’s on the Bridge.

Tomcat is a nickname Jim despises, and if he ever finds out who started calling him that at the Academy, will have words with him, if by words you can mean fisticuffs.

Uhura really does think Jim Kirk is a fine Captain but isn’t about to admit it to anyone, least of all him.

Vulcans wish Spock would return to them but understand why he doesn’t because they’ve met Captain Kirk and have seen how they look at one another.

Winona Kirk is very proud of her baby boy even though it’s hard for her to admit it to him, especially since he almost always refuses to accept her communications.

X may or may not be the first letter of Spock’s unpronounceable clan/last/family name, a mystery Jim can never solve because Spock refuses to translate it into standard for him.

Yeoman Rand wishes the Captain would be a little tidier when discarding his dirty uniforms and wonders if she talked to Spock, again, if it would help.

Z could also be the first letter of Spock’s mysterious name but whenever Jim asks him, he ignores him or changes the subject, or Jim’s favorite distraction, silences him with a kiss.

26 Excuses Jim Tried to Get Past Bones

Alright, I didn’t really slip in the shower.

But Spock said he didn’t mind.

Cats?

Don’t you ever believe I slipped in the shower?

Exactly 3:15 this morning is what Spock said.

Fine – Spock bit me but it was an accident.

Got to get back to the Bridge.

Horny Vulcans are very dangerous.

I told him I don’t believe in no-sex scenarios.

Jesus, Bones, easy with those hyposprays down there.

Kirk’s the name – danger’s the game – ow – stop hitting me!

Leave me to die in peace – and it’s not just a flesh wound!

McCoy, you are an evil evil man.

No Spock isn’t bleeding.

Ow – how about a little sympathy?

Please stop giving me a hypospray every time you see me.

Quit stalking me with those things.

Relax – I was kidding.

Stop right there – not one step closer.

That’s what Spock told me too.

Unless you are planning to sedate me, again, I’m going back to the Bridge.

Very funny – now give me back my uniform so I can get out of MedBay and report for duty.

Why don’t you ever feel sorry for me when I come to you for help?

X-rays did not reveal any such thing.

You’re not using that hypospray on me.

Zippers are way more dangerous than you think they are.