Who Is Afraid of Me?
just for fun19 total reviews
Comment from Benny Beeharry
In language everything is possible. We do not have the same language, in addition we do not live in the same part of the country, the accent and the tones are different. Still a language needs a way a discipline to survive and a flexibility.
Benny Beeharry
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2021
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In language everything is possible. We do not have the same language, in addition we do not live in the same part of the country, the accent and the tones are different. Still a language needs a way a discipline to survive and a flexibility.
Benny Beeharry
Comment Written 10-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2021
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Hi Benny Beeharry,
Wow, thank you for the six stars! Living languages are continually changing and growing. We add words, we drop some from usage , and we change rules for better or worse. Thank you for your insightful remarks.
Debi
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I am sorry I lost two of your writes. My iPad went berserk. Sorry.
Benny Beeharry
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Hi Benny Beeharry,
Electronics can be so frustrating at times.
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
I totally resonate with this because 'I' am guilty of it so often. I forget the fact that there is a subject before me. So, quite often when I write a piece there is always a correction to be made. Change 'I' to 'me',
Good subject.
Ralf
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2021
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I totally resonate with this because 'I' am guilty of it so often. I forget the fact that there is a subject before me. So, quite often when I write a piece there is always a correction to be made. Change 'I' to 'me',
Good subject.
Ralf
Comment Written 09-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2021
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Hi Ralf,
Thank you for the great review. I appreciate you stopping by and sharing your insights.
Debi
Comment from Lyn Peters
Thank you for your commentary; it is clear that you were paying close attention to the lessons your grammar school English teachers provided. I see that this entry was 'just for fun', but it would easily win if entered as a contest submission. I look forward to reading more of your work in the future. Best regards to you from ME.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2021
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Thank you for your commentary; it is clear that you were paying close attention to the lessons your grammar school English teachers provided. I see that this entry was 'just for fun', but it would easily win if entered as a contest submission. I look forward to reading more of your work in the future. Best regards to you from ME.
Comment Written 09-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2021
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Hi Lyn Peters,
Thank you for the fun review and the encouragement.
Debi
Comment from Susan Newell
I always appreciate people who write about the proper use of language. I'm afraid your chosen nit to pick isn't limited to meeting rooms. It's rampant on the television and everywhere else. For some reason, television anchors have taken to saying, "Nancy Pelosi, she proposed a bill." This is constant, and I wish I could scream loud enough for them to hear, "Get rid of the blasted pronoun!"
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2021
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I always appreciate people who write about the proper use of language. I'm afraid your chosen nit to pick isn't limited to meeting rooms. It's rampant on the television and everywhere else. For some reason, television anchors have taken to saying, "Nancy Pelosi, she proposed a bill." This is constant, and I wish I could scream loud enough for them to hear, "Get rid of the blasted pronoun!"
Comment Written 09-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 16-Feb-2021
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I agree with you about the pronoun. Why do they do it? Thank you for the fun review and for sharing your insights.
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You are welcome
Comment from Bill Schott
This story, Who Is Afraid of Me?, opens up one of those grammar issues of the speaker trying and failing to improve his/her grammar. I pair this with my favorite misuse of the reflexive pronoun, myself. Maybe you could handle that next.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2021
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This story, Who Is Afraid of Me?, opens up one of those grammar issues of the speaker trying and failing to improve his/her grammar. I pair this with my favorite misuse of the reflexive pronoun, myself. Maybe you could handle that next.
Comment Written 08-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2021
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You make a good point about the reflexive pronoun, myself. People seem to use 'myself' when they aren't sure if they should use 'I' or 'me.' Do they think it sounds better?
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That?s precisely why.
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
This is my pet peeve--they call it over-correction--i.e. wrong!--I posted a piece on this theme titled In Defense of the M-Word. So glad to see a supporting piece.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2021
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This is my pet peeve--they call it over-correction--i.e. wrong!--I posted a piece on this theme titled In Defense of the M-Word. So glad to see a supporting piece.
Comment Written 08-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2021
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Hi Elizabeth Emerald,
Thank you for the insightful remarks and the fun review.
I looked for your article but somehow couldn't find it. Do you remember how long ago it was posted?
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It's out there right now--I just repromoted it! Check out the Writing Up for Review, stories, scroll down.
Comment from royowen
Hah hah, you and my wife should get together that is likewise her pet peeve, she shouts in frustration, "why don't they get it?" she shouts!. Yes, you've got an ally in my wife, she is my "go to" person in grammar. Well done Debi, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2021
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Hah hah, you and my wife should get together that is likewise her pet peeve, she shouts in frustration, "why don't they get it?" she shouts!. Yes, you've got an ally in my wife, she is my "go to" person in grammar. Well done Debi, blessings Roy
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2021
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I would love to meet your wife. It sounds like we might get along fine.
Thanks for the great review, Roy.
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Everybody loves her Debi, she is truly a queen, adored by kids, her own and the grands, she?s amazing, I?m the luck one, bless you
Comment from Suzanna Ray
Dear debi, I am afraid the grammar of any sort is never taught in our school system anymore. It matters not if it is grade 3, or a masters degree in business administration in college. ( I only hope I can finish writing this review before my iPad program decides to change my grammar! ) Smile.
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2021
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Dear debi, I am afraid the grammar of any sort is never taught in our school system anymore. It matters not if it is grade 3, or a masters degree in business administration in college. ( I only hope I can finish writing this review before my iPad program decides to change my grammar! ) Smile.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2021
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Hi Suzanna Ray,
I understand about the iPad changing the grammar. I don't know how many times it has changed what I meant to say to something I don't recognize. With technology, I guess grammar isn't necessary anymore. Pretty soon we won't even have to type, just talk and the computer will do the rest.
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It had better start looking at the sintax then, because I am getting ready to complain.
Comment from judiverse
Interesting subject. I suspect that young people today, even if they are destined to receive an MBA, get much education in the way of grammar. Knowing when to use I or me isn't difficult. I think the schools are more interested in making sure their teaching is all about diversity and making the students feel good. The result is being seen in your example of MBAs who can't even use I or me correctly. It's interesting you've noted that people from all across the country make the same mistake. Excellent presentation. judi
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2021
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Interesting subject. I suspect that young people today, even if they are destined to receive an MBA, get much education in the way of grammar. Knowing when to use I or me isn't difficult. I think the schools are more interested in making sure their teaching is all about diversity and making the students feel good. The result is being seen in your example of MBAs who can't even use I or me correctly. It's interesting you've noted that people from all across the country make the same mistake. Excellent presentation. judi
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2021
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Hi Judi,
Thank you for the excellent review and your insights on the subject. Even worse than using 'I' instead of 'me' are those that are afraid of both and use 'myself.'
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You're very welcome. "Shall" seems to have disappeared from our vocabularies. I've read some of the old Perry Mason novels, and the author was always so careful about using shall and will. judi
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I hate to see "shall" leave the vocabulary. I use it once in a while, but not as much as I used to. Sigh.
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People are more concerned that their speech isn't racist or sexist, never mind whether it's correct grammatically. judi
Comment from nancy_e_davis
I guess I had it pounded into my head. I seem to use the correct me/I when I include myself in a sentance. Think before you act. Now that said I may make the mistake when speaking, but get it right on paper. LOL I wonder. I will have to watch for that. LOL Good topic. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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I guess I had it pounded into my head. I seem to use the correct me/I when I include myself in a sentance. Think before you act. Now that said I may make the mistake when speaking, but get it right on paper. LOL I wonder. I will have to watch for that. LOL Good topic. Nancy:)
Comment Written 07-Feb-2021
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2021
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Hi Nancy,
I have no doubt your grammar is excellent. I and me give people trouble. Worse yet is when someone is unsure and uses the reflexive myself. Send it to John and myself. Ahhhhhh.
