Apostrophes and Hugs

Lifehacker linked to the How To Use an Apostrophe illustrated guide from The Oatmeal. Handy for those who don’t do a lot of writing (or rely on their imperfect word processor). Grammar masters can still appreciate the amusing examples provided:

I poked around the site looking for more grammar goodies but instead came up with a chart that warmed my awkward hugging heart. The 6 Types of Crappy Hugs has diagrams of each offender but this is the one that I am guilty of (though I’m not a man):

My father actually says “Good game” when he hugs me because my response reminds him of the stiff, uncomfortable gestures athletes give one another after a game.

Both comics are available in poster size for $9.95. If you are a teacher or there’s one in your life, the apostrophe poster would be a nice stocking stuffer.

Honorable mention from The 5 Phases of Caffeine Intake: