1) They are both Lieutenants, so rank is not an issue.
5) He's the only one who doesn't run away and cower under the bed when she has a fit!
9) Both were in Starfleet. (briefly)
13) Tom likes Klingon holodeck games -Name Unknown
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2) Face it, Tom deserves someone better than Jenny Delany.
3) What are the chances of them ever meeting? It has to be destiny.
4) They both haven't had very good track records with their parents.
6) Blood Fever. Need I say more?
7) BECAUSE I SAY SO DAMNNIT!
8) Just think of what cute kids they'll have!
10) Both were in the Maquis. (even more briefly)
11) Because, why else? -Sofie
12) You know how much they care about eachother -Name Unknown