Really? That seems out of line from my POV.

Yep, you're right. I apologize.

Well, Lord knows I've done it, too.

FYI, this marks my 5th year as a patched official. I joined this forum while still practicing the black arts of coaching. I am patriarch of a ref dynasty of 3 sons, the oldest of whom, at 19, is working a full V large school schedule.
Your recantation of the snide remark accepted in advance.
I certainly feel I have earned the privilige of delving into the murky deep waters surrounding the philosophical basis of officiating and inciting a meaningful discussion, discounting your comments.

You certainly have. But you should probably read the rest of the thread before you respond to him again. He recanted (or at least apologized) an hour and a half before your last post. :) Don't you love a happy ending?

You're right. Remind me to activate the scroll gesture on my PDA and use my glasses!

No.

Agitator.