Hi, all - May I ask a question?? Why do some ( not all ) not use punctuation when writing their posts? It is MUCH easier to read and understand when commas, periods, questions marks, et al are used. Sometimes, I read a post and I don't get it from the get-go, so I read it again, and again and then I understand what the writer has asked or commented on. Run-on sentences make NO sense; please try to read your posts before you post them. !!!!
I thank you in advance,
Jimmy
ROUTE ROCK!
Hey Jimmy,
Please reread your post. I'm far from an English expert but your use of punctuation could stand some scrutiny. For example, the comma after Hi instead of after all, the use of hyphens and the double question marks to name a few don't look right to me.
Have fun with your railroad!
Bob
Don't Ever Give Up
bad spellers of the world,
UNTIE !!!
grizlump
Isnt it younite? or Uknight? I think Griz is right but I am not too sure.
Yes we are on time but this is yesterdays train
...ummm...shouldn't that be 2 sure?
Jimmy,
thank you for this post.
Even as a non-native speaker, I have noticed, that some of the posts here show a lack of correct punctuation and spelling. I admit, that my own posts will also be far away from being correct, but I try to.
Most of us here belong to the generation 40+ and therefore should have learned to form correct sentences...
Sir Madog Most of us here belong to the generation 40+ and therefore should have learned to form correct sentences...
I question that presumption. Unless one's vocation/avocation includes frequent writing, young adults theoretically should have the best spelling and grammer if they make use of the educational opportunities afforded them.
Man, it is so easy to make spelling, grammatical, and logic errors in this medium. I edit a majority of posts within 5 minutes because errors "pop out" once posted.
Mark
markpierce[ the best spelling and grammer if they make use of the educational opportunities afforded them.
[ the best spelling and grammer if they make use of the educational opportunities afforded them.
...ha, caught you there, it´s grammar ..
My English teacher was a nut when it came to spelling, but his pronunciation had a really "thick" German accent. Before becoming a teacher, he was a bosun´s mate on a U-boat during WW2 - make yourself a picture of his educational skills...
As some of the other posters alluded to, I think text messaging is having a big effect on fourms. And, not just here, I see it on the other fourms as well. There aren't many of us who are english majors and know the perfect way to use words, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, etc. But even those who don't know the proper way can tell when it's being completely ignored. I feel it's just proper etiquite to at least attempt to get it right, not to mention it shows some... maturity? professionalism? self respect? I can't come up with the right word but you get the idea.
Sure that paragraph is full of errors but it's understandable.
Anyone remeber "Phonetic Punctuation"?
Modeling the Cleveland and Pittsburgh during the PennCentral era starting on the Cleveland lakefront and ending in Mingo junction
isn't it great that people are learning to write again instead of picking up a telephone
greg - Philadelphia & Reading / Reading
All so () people should proofread there posts before hitting the "POST" button.
Hi!
Ha, some of my best friends are guilty of this - and I dare not tell them.
I have advised a couple of newbies to the Forum that they would get much better response if they kept their postings to the point, used paragraphs, did not use all caps, and used "bullets" if their were multiple points/questions involved.
In over 43 years in the financial arena, I quickly learned that folks - especially the "higher ups" - would often read only a paragraph or two if the letter was over 1 page.
Funny thing is, those folks I regularly email that are "guilty" of the above definitely know how to properly write - but choose not to with personal emails. I suspect they are in a hurry, or just don't care because it is informal.............
Hey, for what's its worth......
Mobilman44
ENJOY !
Living in southeast Texas, formerly modeling the "postwar" Santa Fe and Illinois Central
Sir Madog Before becoming a teacher, he was a bosun´s mate on a U-boat during WW2 -
Before becoming a teacher, he was a bosun´s mate on a U-boat during WW2 -
That is spelled "Boatswain's Mate" though it's pronounced the way you spelled it (old Navy guy here).
Dave
Lackawanna Route of the Phoebe Snow
While I can overlook spelling errors (we all make them), I will agree that posts with no punctuation and capitalization are the hardest ones to read. Where does the sentence start? Where does it end? Or, is it just one continual thought - which I'm having great difficulty following?
The point has been made. I'm closing this thread because of it's inevitable conclusion.
Tom
https://tstage9.wixsite.com/nyc-modeling
Time...It marches on...without ever turning around to see if anyone is even keeping in step.