Posts Tagged ‘Word Power’

Proofreading: A Dying Art?

Is proofreading a dying art? Even though verbiage passes the word processor’s spellchecker, does it make sense?

Great titles and headings are compelling and entice you to read more. And then there are those which make you say “Huh?”  A friend sent me an email with the following. Enjoy.

  • Red Tape Holds Up New Bridges (You mean there’s something stronger than duct tape?)
  • If Strike Isn’t Settled Quickly, It May Last Awhile (Ya think?!)
  • Cold Wave Linked to Temperatures (Who would have thought?!)
  • Caskets found as workers demolish mausoleum “We had no idea anyone was buried there.” (So what did you think was in there?)
  • Something Went Wrong in Jet Crash, Expert Says (Really? Ya think?) Read the rest of this entry →

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07 2009

Word Power: Positive Sayings

I’m a firm believer of the power of  words—written words, spoken words, even those thoughts running around in my head.

One of the beauties of being on Twitter, is there are lots of tweeple (people) spreading good words. I like that.

Discovered this video this morning from Warren Whitlock, who shares good words. He said he had a lump in his throat, I had tears rolling down my cheeks.

Enjoy as you watch this short, yet impactful video.

What is your personal signature?


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06 2009