I admire people with large vocabularies and who are avid readers. Usually the latter comes with the former. I've been working on reading more and bought myself a kindle, but I'm a picky reader. I'm very careful what information I put into my thoughts.
One of the ways I've been building my simple vocabulary is to play Words with Friends via the iphone. I have been playing for over a year and have learned tons of new words. Around the beginning of my journey with WWF, I found an app to help me. I use it when I cannot find a word in my vocabulary to fit the board.
I've told some people who play with me about the helper and some use it too. I don't use it as a crutch and try to come up with words on my own first.
I've also learned, by playing, the strategy to the game (although I'm sure there are more tricks I'm not aware of). Placing tiles to gain the most points is a personal goal, but to win every time is not. I'd say I'm in the middle, winning some and losing some. I also enjoy the back and forth with my FB friends.
So, when I posted on my page today asking if it's cheating to use the WWF Helper app, I was not surprised to see alot of Yes posts. My hubby thinks it's cheating more than helping, but he also thinks taking cholesterol meds is cheating. By using the helper, I have boosted my confidence in the game and built up a better vocabulary, sticking with a game that used to intimidate me.
I am a woman of integrity and my purpose is not to win every time but mostly to learn.
All comments welcome!
