Elusive Salvation (Star Trek: The Original Series)

by Dayton Ward

“How is it possible to be this busy and this bored, all at the same time?”

She had to wonder who designed such ridiculous fashions for the women of this society, with the layers of heavy clothing and unnecessary accessories that made getting dressed or undressed a chore rivaled only by donning a suit of knight’s armor. Were the people responsible for such choices sadists? That was the only logical explanation.

It seems we’re the galaxy’s preferred vacation destination.

He’s the worst teacher ever, except when he’s being the best teacher ever.

“Great. I’ve got a grandson who’ll love that. I figure he’s the one who’s going to program all the robots to kill us in the future.”