Cherry kisses are Hershey's chocolates with a cherry center, and we have a plethora of them here at the Writing Center, thanks to one man. We literally have bowls, bags, and drawers full of this small treat. The first few taste great, but there comes a time when enough is enough! I cannot eat another kiss; I will not do it. Eating one or two every now and again is a pleasure, but I cannot bear to eat them continuously.
Such is the case with many things in writing. Less is more. Let a direct quote add flair and credibility to your paragraph, but do not let it suffocate your other sentences. Use long and complex sentences to deliver your information in a sophisticated manner, but let short sentences add variety and simplicity as well. Use three examples to prove your point, or surprise the reader by saying nothing instead (just kidding - do not do this).
Cherry kisses are good. Let's keep them that way. Writing is also good and tasty. Let's keep it that way.
p.s. Come eat our kisses.
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