Reflection

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I'm a fan of symbolism and images.

Heh. I'm actually not. I mean, they're good in moderation. But don't make everything figurative unless it's to make a point about something (like showing a love is false by giving it too much emphasis). I've seen too many authors err on the side of the figurative.

So... yeah. Every time I see someone start yelling for more metaphors, I make a point to tell them to not go overboard. I may not be too good of a poet, but I am better read than almost anyone else I know. 'Course, that makes actual human conversation a bit difficult, but it has taught me to appreciate the written word.



Too Long, Didn't Read: Metaphors are like salt. They can help, but they can also make stuff taste like shit if you have too much.