[chileno]

Originally Posted by Rusty

Actually, both constructs are correct. I learned, and prefer, the first style you mentioned above, but have since discovered that both styles are acceptable.

The only rule that exists is, don't mix the two styles in the same document. It's OK to use one style in one document and the other style in another document, so long as someone with a strict sense of style (and a red marker ) doesn't see both documents!


On a related note, some people like to throw the apostrophe (which is used to show possession) on the end of a family name:
I'd like you to meet the Robinson's.
I'd like you to meet the Robinsons. (Family Name: Robinson)
They're trying to keep up with the Joneses. (Family Name: Jones)

In the latter case shows the plural and not the possessive. However, would it be ok to use any of the possesive forms?

The Jones's home.
or
The Jones' home