Not trying to start a argument but...... somethings really b

_eislek_

Please, try using a period. Just once. Please.

Lakerlady5747

I never criticize people for poor spelling and grammar, but I would be lying if I would say that it doesn't bug me. I understand that not everyone has strong grammar and spelling skills, but I think that at least trying to spell things correctly and use proper grammar goes a long way. I absolutely hate it when people try to use "text language" in online forums and in everyday conversations (both written and verbal), and I think that shows how lazy many people have become. In essence, I feel people need to TRY to use correct grammar and spelling to make it easier for their readers. When people don't TRY, I feel it shows a lack of respect and care for the reader.

katep2492

I am probably the WORST speller ever! So I don't really correct anyone, but it doesn't really bother me when people give a correction. My BIGGEST pet peeve however is the misuse of their, they're, and there. I mean my grammar is not the best, but I do think it's beneficial to use a comma or a period every now and again.

Erindipitous

For future reference:

Use the period (full stop) to denote a full stop at the end of a statement. The period ( . ) is one of the most commonly used punctuation marks.

- MFP is a weight-loss tool.
- I track food and exercise in my diary.


The question mark ( ? ), used at the end of a sentence, suggests an interrogatory remark or inquiry.

- How many times is someone going to ask about eating back exercise calories?
- Is your keyboard broken?


The exclamation point (exclamation mark, shout mark) ( ! ) suggests excitement or emphasis in a sentence.

- I can't believe how easy this is!
- Punctuation is as easy as pressing a button!

flomigrl

I am one of those who feel it is difficult to understand a post that is not punctuated or has incorrect grammar. It only takes a second to go back and proof read! I don't make nasty comments to people though! I think it is important to use correct grammar...it keeps it fresh in your mind so you always do it! Plus, I think it is important for the younger people to see it! We all know that they rarely use it anymore!! It is also a reflection of yourself, as is anything else you do... you always want to present your best self and not make yourself seem less than you are!! I am, however, sorry that people have mistreated you for it!! While we're on the topic, what is with the constant use of "so-and-so and I" lately? Don't people realize that that form is not always correct??!!

flomigrl

How do you like P90X? I think I'm going to try it here soon! My cousin knows a girl who will loan it to us and we are going to make copies!

flomigrl

Amen!

TropicalKitty

Hi all i don’t want to sound mean or to start a negative post but this has been bothering me I’ve noticed that not allot but some people on here seem to be more concerned with peoples spelling and grammar than they do with the question the person is asking and being supportive I have had mine pointed out quite rudely a couple of times and i just don’t get it I am educated i understand full stops, spelling and general grammar but on forums I tend to treat them more like a conversation rather than an essay
I like to type i guess like I’m talking to someone allot of the time there is emotion backing what I’m saying and asking and i don’t really stop to think about a apostrophe and full stop I’m sure that for some people it’s a real pet peeve and hey we all have those but when I read something that annoys me I move on I don’t waste my time and there’s having a silly whinge about it
Anyway just had to get that off my chest and I hope if your one of those people that expects perfection when reading a post that you remember my name and skip over any that I make
To everyone else thanks for reading and I hope you understand

I haven't read other people's responses, so I apologize if I am repeating.

I understand your point. However, there is a reason why grammar and punctuation exist. It assists the reader in being able to understand what is being said. Otherwise, we are forced to guess what terms belong together, for example. I won't spend the time to call you out on your poor spelling and grammar, as much as it annoys me - it isn't my place. But I do hope you understand that being able to communicate well is important, especially when it is in written communication and you are hoping others will read your thoughts. The internet should not be a free place to forget English.

mountiewife

So, How is your weight loss coming along? Are you able to stay within your calories? What do you do for your diet and exercise programs?

Yes, most people on this site have poor spelling an grammar. Yes it can be difficult to read or a bit frustrating for some. NO! It has nothing to do with weight loss.

Sorry, just trying to get it back to the point of this site... WEIGHT CONTROL PEOPLE!!!!

Well said!!

cownancy

I am educated i understand full stops, spelling and general grammar

the fact is I’m pretty hopeless at grammar and English etc.

:huh:

See why we get confused?

THIS.....absolutely!!!! And there were parts of other posts where you knew to use periods, capitalize "I" and use paragraphs. This is going to sound rude, but I don't intend it that way....are you just lazy? Maybe it's more that than anything else.

raevynn

Wow this post turned out to be something i didnt want it to be, im not exactly shocked but i didnt expect 4 pages of argueing from either side all i wanted was to point out hey im here for weight loss im not that great when it comes to clear and grammical posts and if you dont like it leave me alone i did make it pretty clear if you dont like the way i write to remember my name and skip my posts

im not really understanding why that is so hard to understand no matter how bad my spelling, spaces and grammar is basically i just want to have the support from like minded people here and im sure so do you and for me that means having the support of friendly caring people who want to motivate me through kindness and understanding rather than being my teacher i get that some people are happy to recieve critcial help etc and thats good if that works for them but thats not what i want on this journey so i ask that you just move on to people who appreciate being taught by you

..and that is nothing at all like what I "got" from your first, original posting.

I don't really care if you misspell a few words. I don't care a whole lot if you don't capitalize. Splitting up your words into understandable chunks, called sentences, would be helpful. Grouping those word sentences into related chunks, called paragraphs, would help more.

Not our fault, really, if we cannot offer the weight loss support that you are looking for, if we cannot understand what it is you are asking for from us.

woo1324

Just a thought for all the people who get offended by peoples mistakes ,,,, take a second to think about how you got to this site im pretty sure its because you werent so good at something for example eating the right foods, excercise and the list goes

the fact is though clearly there is a area in life that you struggle with and guess what, in the same way you cristicsed me for my grammar or lack of people have critsicided you for your weight comments like just dont eat so much, get off your bum and excercise how hard could it be are all things i have heard and i believe have allot of similiarites to you telling me to just correct my spelling not to be lazy and take more time to proof read

its not something that comes naturally to me in very much the same way as a healthy lifestyle doesnt im here to work on my lifstyle maybe one day i'll do the same with my english but for now thats not what im focused anyway as the saying goes people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones if your perfect and dont have any annoying habits or faults that you just cant seem to stop then please teach me oh mighty one ,,,,

cownancy

That's too bad that "some" can't see beyond their own issues. Most of us in the working world have to modify what we have been taught. Like if you must use shorthand on a job you learn to use a lot of misspelled word; until you have all the facts then you proof read for the final layout, but that is only necessary on a professional job. If you have grown to use your mobile texting you 'REALLY' learn to type the shortest possible letters. And if you have a job like mine in customer service you must learn to make sense without any vowels and you use the minimal amout of letters to complete sentences. Whew! We have roughly 20 character spaces to type out problems to technicians so that they can see what the issues are and that soon becomes a habit after about 11 years on the same job. So it is too bad that some folks can't see beyond the typing of the times and realize that this is 2011 and spelling is a thing of the WAY PAST! If you are getting the point across and maybe checking to see if a particular word might need to be spelled out, but wasting time nit picking over grammer is so the 80's. Just ignore people that are stuck in a rut. It probably explains why they are having issues with their health in the first place. Sorry to all that can't move on in the modern times. This place is about getting your health in line not your grammer.

Unfortunately, in medical, legal, business and other white collar jobs, you are very much judged on your ability to communicate, which includes not only excellent spelling and grammar, but talents at rhetorial writing, sentence structure and having your paragraphs flow from one to the other with ease and great meaning. (By the way, I know you don't care, but the word is actually grammAr.) Sure, I have had to decipher computer abbreviations and texts and other types of shorthand, but I shouldn't have to do it if I am not getting paid to do it.

Again, if you want me to take my time to write a thoughtful, well constructed response, to ensure that you understand what I am saying, I only ask that you make your best effort to write your question in such a manner. I don't want to have to read it a zillion times just to figure out the question.

I can't believe people have so little respect for our language. What a shame.

cownancy

Just a thought for all the people who get offended by peoples mistakes ,,,, take a second to think about how you got to this site im pretty sure its because you werent so good at something for example eating the right foods, excercise and the list goes

the fact is though clearly there is a area in life that you struggle with and guess what, in the same way you cristicsed me for my grammar or lack of people have critsicided you for your weight comments like just dont eat so much, get off your bum and excercise how hard could it be are all things i have heard and i believe have allot of similiarites to you telling me to just correct my spelling not to be lazy and take more time to proof read

its not something that comes naturally to me in very much the same way as a healthy lifestyle doesnt im here to work on my lifstyle maybe one day i'll do the same with my english but for now thats not what im focused anyway as the saying goes people in glass houses shouldn't throw stones if your perfect and dont have any annoying habits or faults that you just cant seem to stop then please teach me oh mighty one ,,,,

If you hadn't said in the beginning that you KNEW your English, but chose NOT to use it, I don't think this thread would have continued like that. If you said that this was a source of problem for you, it would have been different. But, you sometimes write in paragraphs with capitals and other times, it is one long stream of consciousness, all run together.

You could miss out on some very helpful advice if you don't choose to write in an intelligible fashion, but, then, it shows me how much you really respect the others here if it is too much work to try......and that's what is upsetting to me, I suppose.

Again, good luck. I will be happy to avoid your posts. Just wish that you understood what this was really about from the opposite side. There are clearly two sides to this issue, but you made it much more complicated by writing two totally opposite statements. Sorry.

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