How far is too far?

[Hawk]

Walker said it best I think. I seldom write about sex. When I write about violence or throw in bad language, I first ask, is this necessary? Does this have to be here to make the story work.

There is a lot of sex, violence and profanity that is gratuitous. Sometimes you just can't make the statement you want or portray the image you want without doing it.

I rode an ambulance for thirteen years and spent a lot of time in a firehouse. I won't get grossed out or offended by profanity. I also think we should try to hold ourselves to a higher standard. If it's necessary do it. If it's not, why do you really want it there?

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