<p>Stanford essay 11 has the following topic:</p>
<p>"As you reflect on your life thus far, what has someone said, written or expressed in some fashion that is especially meaningful to you? Why?"</p>
<p>For me, this topic is hard to respond to. Can anyone give me a quote that is easy to respond to (doesn't matter if it is cliched) or some lines that would help me start this essay? Thanks. I'm totally blank on this one.</p>
<p>Uh, the prompt is "written or expressed in some fashion that is especially meaningful to YOU."</p>
<p>Surely you have a favorite book, speech, song, or birthday card that has meant something special? Look around your room, or go wander the library stacks. Keep a notebook of things you've talked about in class. Inspiration often happens when you don't expect it.</p>
<p>Can anyone give me a quote that is easy to respond to (doesn't matter if it is cliched) or some lines that would help me start this essay? Thanks. I'm totally blank on this one.</p>
<p>We'll all pretend you didn't say that. If you can't come up with an answer to this question, you probably don't belong at Stanford.</p>
<p>I agree. 10 chars.</p>
<p>You want us to give you quotes, despite them being cliched. Why can't you just look up these quotes yourself, if you're not going to be honest about it, at least be resourceful.</p>