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Old Thu Aug 14, 2008, 03:04pm
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Originally Posted by LMan
Not really. Familiarity = contempt.


I have had this same issue before...old(er) partner, been umping since the earth cooled, EVERYbody knows/loves the old man, but he's been at it too long and when the game starts they run all over him and he can't/won't defend himself.
Are you SURE you don't live in Birmingham ? 'Cause I'd swear I know this gentleman.....
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