I could probably spend all day writing up a reply on this subject. But, I will just say in short that the deterioration of the English language since the invention of texing and "L33t" speak disgusts me. I'm only 32 and don't consider myself that old, but when I was in school they taught proper spelling, grammar and punctuation. Learning and applying the conventions of the English language were not an option. I will admit to being guilty of an "LOL" here and there in text or instant message, but I consider email to be a formal method of written communication, especially when being used in a business transaction. I agree with those above me. I delete emails I get that look like that. I don't even waste my time with a response, as funny as it might be to mess with the person.