Order In The Court

I met up with my brother, Joe lawyer type, in a courtroom this afternoon. Was it ever neat to see actual court proceedings taking place. I have never seen it in real life before. The first situation was a drug court thing. Tear drop tattoos and emotional stupidity ruled as the charismatic addicts tried to play the authorities to maintain their freedom. I saw my previous self standing before the court a few times. Then there was a drunk driving case. The defense lawyer screwed things up completely. The guy will in all likelihood be convicted as he is also guilty as hell. The judge and the woman who sits directly in front of him (not sure her role) are very obviously having an affair. I regard myself as an acute student of body language. These two are supposed to read people for a living but couldn't hide their own activities from some putz visiting his brother in the court. Nice little side drama to observe.
I have had more UV exposure this past sunny week here than you would get in 5 months in a Vancouver winter. Still can't wait to get back.