<p>What would you think if somebody wrote an essay which compared/analogized themselves to a certain piece of food (i.e. beef, apple, asparagus... but more complex)? It's an idea for either the CommonApp, or Yale Supp + Columbia. I know if I decide to do such a whacko theme I'd carry it out diligently and thoughtfully so that's not what I'm worry about. Just the theme... what do you think?</p>
<p>i think its wonderful...very creative
once you're done would you mind if i had a look at the essay</p>
<p>it's overdone. Far from creative</p>
<p>I don't know that it's "overdone" (maybe for some place like Yale), but make sure it's insightful, and not just a comparison.</p>