[zonerboy]

I apologize, Downeaster, it's the way I was brought up.
My father always told me "Sloppy spelling, sloppy grammar=sloppy thinking, sloppy logic." So if I'm asking for opinions, I'll always prefer those from people who express themselves correctly.
I must admit, however, that this approach has led me astray on several occasions. There are, in fact, some people who are very intelligent, but just happen to be poorly educated. Not too many, but definitely some.

[DougB]

Originally Posted by zonerboy

Guess I'm prejudiced, or maybe just a snob, but I tend to be dismissive of the opinions of people who use poor grammar or spelling. I figure if they don't even know 5th grade grammar and spelling, they probably don't know much else of any importance.
Every time I hear some one say "Where is it at?", I can't help thinking that person must be some type of hill-billy.
Sorry.
Flame me out, all you defensive people.

Uh, there is no hyphen in hillbilly. You also left out your comma after the word say before your quote.

[janmcn]

Some grammatical errors and poor spelling (maybe typos) could be attributed to physical or mental problems as we age, not ignorance. There are posters who are very thoughtful and articulate one day, and slurring their sentences the next day. Could it be low blood sugar, too much medication, or too much alcohol? It also could be difficult for those with arthritic hands to type. Failing eyesight could also contribute to some errors.

[karostay]

Originally Posted by zonerboy

I apologize, Downeaster, it's the way I was brought up.
My father always told me "Sloppy spelling, sloppy grammar=sloppy thinking, sloppy logic." So if I'm asking for opinions, I'll always prefer those from people who express themselves correctly.
I must admit, however, that this approach has led me astray on several occasions. There are, in fact, some people who are very intelligent, but just happen to be poorly educated. Not too many, but definitely some.

Ones education and use of the proper English should have nutten to do with anythin.
Respecting your fellow human should be the rule of concern

[zonerboy]

Originally Posted by karostay

Ones education and use of the proper English should have nutten to do with anythin.
Respecting your fellow human should be the rule of concern

If you are talking about who your friends are, or who you hang out with, you are absolutely correct.
We all have been endowed with human dignity, and deserve to be treated with respect.
That being said:
If I have a financial problem, I want to talk to a CPA.
For a legal problem, I want some one who went to law school.
If I have health issues, I'm looking for a med school graduate.
Don't try to tell me education means "nutten".

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by mulligan

Gracie, my point in the initial post was not to bash anybody in particular, but only to point out that there are those among us who see grammatical errors jumping off the page. I could not agree more with your post, and I guess I have to apologize for stirring up some "stuff". That being said, I used to really enjoy the wrangling with the English majors.

My dear Mulligan.

You have absolutely NOTHING to apologize for. (Did you see that dangling participle?)

You didn't bash anybody at all. You are consitently fair and kind and very smart. I love your posts. Your point is valid. I see them too. And I loved picking on those smart girls.

I didn't mean to make you think that post was directed at you or anyone.

It was just musings on my part.

Would not sleep tonight if you thought I was critical of you.

Your friend,
Gracie.

[Cisco Kid]

Originally Posted by DougB

Uh, there is no hyphen in hillbilly. You also left out your comma after the word say before your quote.

[Villages PL]

Originally Posted by mulligan

to all the english majors we used to have here ?? The spelling, grammar, and syntax errors have reached epic proportions. For some reason (probably because I read a lot) these things pop out at me and ruin the credibility of posts.

You have to realize we're getting old. I'm only 72 but some may be in their 80s and 90s. Sometimes I will make a mistake and not even see it when I read it over to make corrections. And sometimes I just can't figure out the best way to express what I'm thinking.

But, listen, it's possible to be grammatically correct and not have quality of thought. On the other hand, some may be grammatically incorrect but have good quality of thought.

What I would like to see is an "English Board" on this site where one can go for help.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by Villages PL

You have to realize we're getting old. I'm only 72 but some may be in their 80s and 90s. Sometimes I will make a mistake and not even see it when I read it over to make corrections. And sometimes I just can't figure out the best way to express what I'm thinking.

But, listen, it's possible to be grammatically correct and not have quality of thought. On the other hand, some may be grammatically incorrect but have good quality of thought.

What I would like to see is an "English Board" on this site where one can go for help.

You can always put any question you have up on the forum, and those of us educated in this area would rush to answer.

[cahweh1975]

Originally Posted by DougB

Uh, there is no hyphen in hillbilly. You also left out your comma after the word say before your quote.

Not to mention the comma after the question mark and the quote. It needs to go! There were a number of other minor errors, but I won't bother to point them out.

You would not believe some of the things I read, and correct, on a daily basis--all composed by people with a higher education. Of course, they know their limitations, which is why they hire me to make their words look and sound better. What's even more interesting? I only have a high school education. English was not my strongest subject in school, either. That would have been study hall, where I did very little studying! But, I love words, reading, and the English language.

I would never judge the character of any person based solely on their ability to use proper grammar, spelling, and/or punctuation. If I did that, I'd never see a physician, CPA, attorney, or any other professional! I hire them for their expertise in their areas and they hire me for mine.

[mrfixit]

The ONLY time I corrected someone for ending a sentence with a preposition
did not go well............
>>>>>>>>>>>>>

HIM::: "Can you please tell me where the Inter-mural building is AT ?"

ME:::: (haughtily) " Yes, of course.....BUT.....at THIS University we do not end our sentences with a preposition."

HIM:::: "Oh, I am so Sorry........
...........could you tell me where the Inter-mural building is at, A$$HOLE."

>>>>>>>>>>>>

...later that DAY ....
............................I found out he was my International Trade Professor.

[DougB]

Now, that's funny.

[pooh]

I blame autocorrect on our electronic toys.....