Random points that may or may not be connected:
As a professional writer and editor, I believe that my first goal is to be understood. Anything that makes the reader (or listener) work harder gets in the way. Even people who don't know/can't explain/don't give a s*** about the rules can identify them in received language. Try explaining proper use of the en dash. It's more arcane than the infield fly rule. But when readers see it they know what it signifies.
When people write/speak and it's clear they're not even trying, it's like a big FU to the audience. EK, after reading your posts I can't imagine it's your intent, but it can come across that way. Using proper grammar and learning to spell are like good table manners. You can get the job done (writing, eating) without such things, but those around you will thank you for the effort.
So here are some writing tips for those of you who are interested. Baby steps.
- Start every sentence with a capital letter.
- Use apostrophes where they're appropriate.
- Take 20 seconds after you finish writing before you hit the "Submit" button.
Good luck, and God bless.
Bill (not looking to succeed Barry or Frank)
01-27-2013, 09:54 PM
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