Venting

Say it with me: "Chickens lay, people lie." We're not talking about dishonesty, we're talking about grammar.

"I'm going to lay down for a few minutes." Lay what? An egg of your own?

Please please please, you can lay out your clothes, lay out a plan, whatever. But when it is you, the word is *lie*.

Let me know when you're ready for the difference between affect and effect. There, they're and their should have been covered by your third grade teacher, but I'm happy to offer a refresher any time. Just say the word.