I like it up here a lot, but I miss my 'homies'. Making a transition to another association, starting from square one again, is a challenge. However, I feel that it will make me a better umpire. I can't wait for the season to start, new faces, new experiences.

Dress in layers. Under Armor (both the tee shirt and long johns), mock turtle neck, heavy sweat shirt, Jacket, the hoodie for your neck and ears. I bring two pairs of gloves when on the field. Change them every half inning. Keeps your hands from sweating. In the field I'll run/jog to the outfield fence. Keeps my old bones loose.