<p>Hi im applying to college soon and the essay question asked for a person who influenced u in life. The problem is, I wrote about my dog. I am really happy about the content but I am not sure if the content is acceptable. Any opinions?</p>
<p>The fact that you’re asking total strangers to comment on the appropriateness of your topic should tell you something. </p>
<p>Weird? Absolutely.</p>
<p>Could it work? Who knows.</p>
<p>But I’m curious: given the range of replies that people could tack on, why are you even asking the question?</p>
<p>Make sure the point of the essay is about you, and not about what a great dog you have.</p>