magine two tiny boxes under the tree this Christmas. These are magical boxes wrapped only in thought and containing priceless, irreplaceable gifts. Related in substance, but differing in use, these items will guarantee that every umpire will perform better and become more respected by his peers, coaches, players and fans. Want a hint? These presents are so readily available, we already have them. They are so easy to use, we overlook them. They are free, yet we pay dearly when we forget them.

Okay, let’s unwrap the first box. There it is. Not much, eh? Just two seconds. That’s right, two seconds, one-thirtieth of a minute, one eighteen hundredth of an hour and one forty-three, two hundred thousandths of a day.

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