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Old Yesterday | 08:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Rounders
If you could figure it out, anyone can. But let's fill this thread about with 19 posts.
NO one should have to FIGURE OUT what you're trying to say, if you cant use basic English and "spell correct" maybe you shouldn't be where the adults are!!
Granted SPELLCHECK cant tell when you use words INCORRECTLY, only when its spelled wrong.
So try the Grammarly program Mr. MARLINSPIKE so graciously suggested for you.
It might not make you look like a 2nd grade drop out!
BUT yes, your paranoia is PIQUED, we are all out to get you!!
 

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Old Yesterday | 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by MarlinSpike
Mr. R, I offer this is with respect that it might help you. I am not hacking on you, are making accusations.

There is a thing called "Grammarly" that can be added to the computer. It's free program / app or whatever it is, and it works very well for helping with spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
Just something that might be of help. Just think of it this way - It helps you spell and write and also gets people off your back - Why not try it. Can't hurt.
Thanks but what people miss is I don't care. I am not getting paid for this. It is not grand jury testimony.

While yes it happens to me a lot. Let's be honest people also point it out cause it's me. Like they have discovered a gold bar.

It makes them feel better about themselves and some people need that . They have no other accomplishments

 
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Old Yesterday | 10:28 AM
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Another good use of the magnetic dipstick is when you install Dakota Digital Gauges on some of the newer bikes, like my 22 SGS, you end up replacing the existing OEM magnetic drain plug with their oil temperature sending unit if......... and I repeat IF, you choose to do that. (Started a thread before about that that stirred up some emotions about why knowing your oil temp is useless.... ). I still think I may get that Figurati one just to have something to pull iron dust and bits out of the oil, and get notified of LARGER bits, but as already stated, $$$$$.........
 
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Old Yesterday | 10:32 AM
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Mr. R, it does matter and you should care. It is good to try and do some self-improvement in all manners of life. I'm not harping, just trying to give a little advice that might be a big benefit.
Kind of like the old saying of "learn one thing new every day" - It's a good motto and I try to adhere to it, obviously it isn't every day, but if you try to improve or learn it is always a benefit. It's a ++,+.
 

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Old Yesterday | 10:38 AM
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Originally Posted by MarlinSpike
Mr. R, it does matter and you should care. It is good to try and do some self-improvement in all manners of life. I'm not harping, just trying to give a little advice that might be a big benefit.
Kind of like the old saying of "learn one thing new every day" - It's a good motto and I try to adhere to it, obviously it isn't every day, but if you try to improve or learn it is always a benefit. It's a ++,+.
I do enjoy learning things. Not like proofreading is learning. I do try to be better about things. This isn't one of them

Besides he has nothing else to look forward to in his life. Wife probably doesn't let talk at home. No men to hangout, or he would not act like he does. He may slip into even deeper depression if he couldnt find these duck sized Easter eggs
 
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Where is Stuart Smalley when we need him?

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Ok - Mr. JH, you just opened up my one new thing to learn today. I have no idea who or what "Stuart Smalley" is or refers too.
 
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Old SNL skit, MS. "I'm good enough, I'm smart enough, and dog gone it, people like me!" A self affirmation for the day.


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