This is the first post which I have seen detail some of the basic English rules we learned in school. You said you were a lawyer right? Very cool!

Thank you for the review! I’m one who didn’t do well in English! Let me know all the mistakes you find in my blog posts!…heehee

Much aloha,
Kellie
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Mentor Mama

Mentor Mama

This is a great post! My “Mamma dint rase no hick” so I sure don’t want to sound like one. I love spell-check but you are right; one still has to proof read for all the reasons you noted. Have you ever noticed that spell-check has a sense of humor? It often asks me if I mean some of the funniest things.
My youngest daughter is constantly texting on her cell phone and uses many abbreviations, lingo, and symbols. I remind her that when she is on the computer and is sending a “real” email, good grammar is important and she should set a good example for her friends. I also want to hear proper English coming out of her mouth. I sure hope I am using good grammar in my reply.

Thanks for the great post!

Karen

It is always great to have a kindred spitit! Thanks for the “then/than” suggestion! I’m going to take the liberty of adding it to the post (with credits to you of course). I am so grateful that you are visiting my blog! Hope that we can connect soon!

Mentor Mama

“then” is not the same as “than”

“then” suggests progression, something will follow, such as “I went to the movies, then to the restaurant.”

“than” is used in comparison situations: “I would rather eat a hamburger than a hot dog.”

I see people using “then” for “than” all the time and it drives me nuts. I know, I can’t help myself…all those years of training drilled into my head.

Anyway, just wanted to let you know I appreciate your blog, and I appreciate you! I love your spark!

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As a writer, I’ve found it helpful to read my work out loud. It helps you recognize what you actually wrote versus what you ‘thought’ you wrote.

I wholeheartedly agree with your thoughts on consistently sloppy or careless writing. I don’t spend much time on blogs with poorly written posts. It’s hard to recognize the writer’s credibility, and too many mistakes distract me from what the writer may be trying to communicate.

Your tips are very helpful – thank you!
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