SMDTM
Abbreviation for the phrase: "Show me don't tell me". For use in emails, instant messaging and sms texting.
Son: "Dad, I hope you are still able to read and comprehend this text. The doctors called and told me you only have a day or two and you are drifting further into oblivion as each hour passes. My platoon is pinned down in this hell hole of a valley and surrounded on all sides by the advancing Borneo Free Militia. They are ruthless and brutal and we are sitting ducks waiting to be swept upon in a grotesque frenzy.
Despite these forlorn circumstances, I made a vow many years ago-before I arrived here-that I would be by your side in your final days. I intend on upholding that promise. Even if I have to sprint those 6 miles out to sea alone with nothing but my rifle and your lucky hatchet on my hip, I will make it there. I will move heaven and earth-and believe me-you will once again feel my hand in yours."
Sent at 03:56 AM
Dad: "SMDTM"
Received 3 mins ago
Despite these forlorn circumstances, I made a vow many years ago-before I arrived here-that I would be by your side in your final days. I intend on upholding that promise. Even if I have to sprint those 6 miles out to sea alone with nothing but my rifle and your lucky hatchet on my hip, I will make it there. I will move heaven and earth-and believe me-you will once again feel my hand in yours."
Sent at 03:56 AM
Dad: "SMDTM"
Received 3 mins ago