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Originally Posted by Lobodeb
Affect and effect. What is the proper way to use this? "How will this affect me?"

That's one I can't get right. My husband has tried to help me with it many times, but I just can't get it right. I really try to avoid using those words.
Grammar Girl Tip

There is an explanation there with a good visual way to remember the difference. She also has a good explanation of when to use "lay" and "lie".