Great advice---to all the threads! Patience is a hard thing to learn even as an adult. My son is a JUCO transfer sitting behind a senior. It has been tough on him going from being a starter to taking what gets thrown his way. But he continues to work hard (on and off the field)both physically and mentally. He takes his role on the team whether it be behind the plate in a reliever situation, bullpen, or DH very seriously. He has focused on taking that time to prove himself as a producer to his teamates and coaches. Don't get me wrong we have had some sad phone calls from him but by the end of our conversation he is recharged and back on track. Our kids feed off of us---we need to stay positive , listen to them, and keep them moving forward.