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Grammar Nazi!

Those who know me would know that I tend to exhibit OCD symptoms in regards to grammar. I struggle to hold back from correcting others spelling, punctuation, and grammar mistakes. Firstly, I would like to say that I gladly accept people correcting me in this aspect. I do not have double standards in regards to this (I may have them in other situations). Secondly, I am not talking about vocabulary. I believe it is highly arrogant to use vocabulary someone can not understand in an argument. A truly intelligent person would be able to alter their speech for the person they are communicating with. Thirdly, I understand not everyone is educated; it's the lack of wanting to improve that upsets me. I suppose I stand out as someone that has to use all their willpower not to correct people on Facebook constantly. Other people seem to notice also. Here is an example of some of the many pictures my fellow Facebook peers have posted on my wall.  There has probably been ...