<p>which essay would YOU use?
one that is extremely well written or one that is more personal but not as well written?</p>
<p>Couldn't it be both? as in an essay that is personal and well written? The idea itself and how to convey that idea, IMO, are independent from each other. However, if I only had those choices, I would side with the well written essay since a poor one would butcher your idea, sentiments, and all that you put dear from your heart.</p>
<p>I agree with the above :)</p>