Apple OSX Messages full stops emoticon bug

I came across an odd bug in Apple OSX Messages and reported it to Apple a few months ago, but I am sure they have had other liquidy things to focus on at the moment. I use Messages on my Mac OSX desktop quite a bit as I find typing on the keyboard more convenient when I am working on the Mac. It is also a bit easier than the iPhone keys. I do use the occasional emoticon - mainly with family…