[HugoTafurst]

Originally Posted by SC Ump

SIT 1: As PU, things were going well except for one lady in the stands. After several innings of complaining, I casually mention to the catcher, "Wow. She certainly is into it." No response.

A couple of pitches later I say to the catcher something like, "I wonder what's got her in such a mood." No response.

Then after another rant I didn't quite understand, I said, "Well, I hope her kids not getting embarrassed." Catcher turns around and yells, "Mom, would you shut up." I felt about 2 inches tall and didn't say another word..

Funny story, but I think there is a lesson here about gabby umpires.

The first no reponse should have been your clue.
Certainly the second.