Holly's mother was young and a runaway. Devoid of any place to go, she wandered without a focus. Hungry and alone, she stumbled upon a field of strawberries one late spring. The Gardners found her and, rather than contact the authorities, they took Holly's mother in. For room and board, she worked around the house so that they could focus on their new commercial greenhouse. Sadly, Holly's mother died during childbirth. She never spoke of Holly's father and, in her will, left Holly's care to the Gardners. Born on Christmas Day, Holly's name was appropriate if not somewhat humourous when paired up with her last name. The Gardners had no children of their own. Holly's best friends are the twins that grew up on the farm next to her family.

Education

University of Toronto - B. Science - Human Behaviour Carleton University - Ph.D in Psychology - Deep Space Missions Starfleet Academy Medical Corps

Pre-Starfleet History

Considering a career in botany as a good basis to help her family's greenhouse company grow, it did not take Holly much time to realize that her true love was people. While not empathic, she displays a large amount of empathy and opted to pursue an education in helping her to understand people. She is a graduate of Starfleet Academy's Medical Corps, however is not fond of rank and rigidity. Having resigned her commission but still wishing to purse her love (and need) of helping people, she prefers to tend bar and lend an ear.

Starfleet History

N/A - Left Starfleet after her initial graduation.

Medical History

All physical and mental attributes are within Starfleet's acceptable ranges.

Skills

While Holly is athletic, she does so for fun. Sports are typically solitary adventures for her and provide the opportunity to clear her head and stretch her legs. She is quick to listen when someone wishes to talk.