1) Discussed where various gangs have staked out their territories in downtown Cleveland with a client. Today, I learned that I moved between Bloods, Folks and Crips territories. Some of my kids are in these gangs.

 I'm beginning to feel like the human equivalent  of Switzerland. :)

2) Explored my client's romantic/boyfriend problems. I admire this boy so much. At such a young age (14 years old), he has come out to his family and close friends. There are some adults out there, who are unable to do that! 

3) Conducted a memorial service for my client's cat. There were candles, pictures of the cat, and kind words spoken. It was really very sweet and seemed to help my client.

4) Ate a Spiderman cupcake. :) One of my client's parents was hosting a in class birthday party that day.  A big shout out for Sam's Club cupcakes!

5) Had a very fun and spirited discussion with my client, who looks just Jamie Fox (I mean--they could be brothers), about the what defines normal, the Twilight series, how to trust others, and Joseph Campbell.

6) Received irritated text from my best friend, who just finished watching Season 1 of True Blood. She doesn't think she acts anything like Tara. I completely beg to differ.  We are sooooo Sookie and Tara. Deal with it Steph!

7) Explored with a client about his upcoming case in juvenile court. Explained to him that wearing inmate orange (as he did during his last pre-trial hearing) was not a good idea. I don't care if it was Abercrombie and Fitch.

8) Considered eating another cupcake.

9) Decided against the cupcake. :(

10) Did a very fun art therapy intervention with one of my clients. Makes me remember how much I love love love art therapy!!!

End of day. . .sigh.