A trip to the Court house..

I spent two hours this morning in the Norfolk Court house waiting to dispute a parking violation. The citation was dismissed, thankfully. While I was listening to the various cases, it was interesting to me to see how many people just pleaded guilty and then talked patiently with the judge about the wrong doing and sentencing. There were only 2 women who let a little emotion escape. I was also so sad to see several sailors there for DUI's. What a tragedy, when so many options for transportation are available. The military punishment for such a violation is severe enough, let alone to have it compounded by a state fine, and other punishment. I am so glad that my Sailor doesn't drink. It saves us money, and time, and even more precious it saves lives.