As more and more people (children and adults) use text messaging as a means of communication via their cell phones, will we find that correct spelling becomes obsolete?
Many young people use numbers and letters (4 instead of for, u for you) to speed up the process so they often don’t remember the correct spelling.
Adults also have developed this trend, and I find myself (as a teacher, author and English minor) doing the same.  However, most adults have learned to correctly spell.  Many youngsters have not, so they begin to substitute the text spelling into their work at school.
Do you feel it’s …read more

Insomnia, is a major part of my living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.  In fact, up until recently it is the one symptom that has given me the most trouble.  So, whenever I find a helpful hint I will try it.  It doesn’t matter how crazy it sounds.
I came across this hint recently (not sure where) but it sounds like a good idea.  Next time the insomnia monster comes to visit, I will be putting it into practice.
Here is the hint:
Start counting backwards from 100.  I know sounds too simple, right?  There is more to it.  Instead of just counting backwards, …read more