<p>I have been pondering different topics for the upcoming Common App's essays, and I do believe that I have a perfect idea to use.</p>
<p>Problem is, I don't know how far I'm taking it. I'm thinking of doing #5...</p>
<p>1) Is a story from when I was 10 years old acceptable, or is that really too far ago in my past to be considered an accurate representation of my character?</p>
<p>2) Is it acceptable to sprinkle some humor in? It'd be a pretty accurate representation of my character, which is what (I believe) the whole purpose of the essays is.</p>
<p>1) I think it’s okay if you can actually relate it to your life today in a way that doesn’t sound forced. My first Common App essay centered around something that happened when I was nine, and a lot of people said it didn’t tell them anything about who I am today.</p>
<p>2) If you’re naturally funny, your writing will probably come across as droll/humorous without you having to try. If you think of something funny, write it down. Otherwise, don’t.</p>
<p>Halcyonheather is right on point. For Common App, I am writing about an event that happened when I was 13 before high school and it had a major impact on me today. Make sure to illustrate that if you choose the story from when you were ten.</p>
<p>Whatever your personality is, let it shine through! Don’t force the humor, of course, but show who you are via humor if it represents you well.</p>