We then opened it up for questions.“Paul, what are the goals of the mission, beyond returning to the moon?” the first reporter asked.“The missio... objectives are to prove our landing capability and conduct geological sampling similar to what the original Apollo program did. Since we are planning on staying on the lunar surface for a much longer period of time, we expect to cover a much larger set of sampling activity as well as exploring some of the unique geological features of the Aristarchus. He would cover all the bases like he should. An eight-ball in his outfit that was too lazy to do the job he had been assigned had cost us seven casualties.At the area they had taken over as a club we were served drinks and tried to relax a bit. I finished my report on losses and how Rachel had black flagged another of my Mechs before I left."Why'd she do that?" Zeke asked. "Was it that bad?" I didn't think so but then I didn't check it out like her people did." I would have said something,". " We need to contact our parents and you your boys." Yes and arrange visits to and from. I wouldn't want to meet your parents for the first time on our wedding day." Same here."The rolls were ready and while they were chatting Jerry had laid the table. They sat down over the corner of the table."Actually," said Jerry, "coming to think of it, it's more than just parents and children. I've got a sister and family."Emma grinned. "Getting a bit self-centred, aren't we? I've got a brother and family. ’ ‘Statistically we should calculate with a plus/minus but traditionally caterers under-estimate so I say 420 plus 7.5% for under-estimating and that equates to and attendance of 430 providing it’s a Saturday night and doesn’t conflict with a holiday weekend.’ Dixie appeared impressed. ‘You said ‘we’, does that mean you have accepted the invitation to become our chairman?’ ‘No, it means you put my nomination to your committee and check out the decision with your school principal. I’ll send you.