Writing, part 2

After our last class, I thought some more about the difference between writing by hand and typing on the computer. I think another reason I like typing is that I can type so much faster than I can physically write. That way my writing can keep up with my mental processes. If I was to rely on my written skills to get my thoughts on paper, I wouldn't be able to decipher my writing if I tried to write as fast as I thought. I suppose that is why shorthand was originally created; so people could keep up with their thoughts.

I also like typing because it doesn't appear to be just made for righthanded people. The keyboard is equal opportunity, and I don't end up with my hand smeared in ink after typing a paragraph.

Another reason I like typing because it is so easy to make corrections as you go along, change a word here or there, and it catches misspellings or poor grammar. That is a lifesaver for some people. Although I do not like it when I receive emails which are poorly written. If you have the access to an online dictionary, there is no reason you shouldn't be using it!! I don't think haste is an excuse for sloppiness. I am a bit of a spelling/grammar snob, so am easily irritated when they are misused. This probably developed from my college years when I wanted to be an English teacher. Or maybe I just like it because I'm good at it.