You can't talk to the batter!

[Diamondgal]

Dude,

Do you believe in yourself? That's all that matters, correct? Keep on taking the steps that contribute to your umpiring in a positive way. Learn from the negative things whenever possible. Again I strongly urge you to not get sucked in when things are hitting a nerve with you.
You are young and have many years ahead to continue growing as an umpire.

Just remember that you know the truth about yourself and your umpiring. Hang on to that.

My previous post titled "3rd to Home" raised some interesting feedback. I didn't need to defend myself in anything that was pointed out. Why? I was the one there. I know how things went. The situation went very well, but I still learned from some of what the posters were calling attention to. Actually helped me out in my next game.

Hope something here helps.