It was great to watch these young actors create the foundation for the mature relationships that we know and love from the older characters. The pacing of the delivery, the physicality of the characters, the respect for abilities, the burgeoning sense of humor, and yes...even the alien 'encounter' were all there to enjoy. Sure there is some awkwardness to the vehicle that frees these characters to boldly go in a new direction but isn't it worth it to be able to continue the ride? Congratulations and thanks to the director, producers, writers, performers, and the whole kit-and-kaboodle that made the continuing adventure possible! I'll be on 'stand-by' until the next mission.