Today’s young people, like, need to learn how to talk, OK?
It’s a pity. You must know that the supply of words available these days among young people is apparently limited to the following: “Like,” “I mean,” “Ya’ know?” “Dude” or “Dude?” or even “Wassup, Dude?” “Right?” or “Right!” and “OK.”
According to the Malaprop Institute of America, the following rules are currently in vogue when constructing sentences:
n Every sentence begins with the word “like.” “Like” must be used at least, like, two times in each like sentence.
n Make a statement ending in a question, such as “OK?” This implies that you can’t guarantee the accuracy of your own statement.
n “You know”and “I mean” must be used back to back. Athletes are the very best at using this verbal pattern to get you started. Here is a sample sentence for your edification: “Like, I mean — wassup dude?Like, OK?”
The “dumbing down” of young Americans continues unabashed: It could be the fault of the school system, but like maybe not. OK?
In summary, it must be pointed out that: “No, Virginia. Syntax is not a fee you must pay for having fun.
Please, young people, wise up, and speak with intelligence.
JAMES R. BROWN
Ultimately, it won’t matter what kind of a marriage it is
Procreation for homosexuals is impossible. So where do they get a marriage purpose out of it? God’s judgment will fall on this nation. Then whether it’s a civil union or religious union won’t matter. Only survival will concern mankind.