Lehigh - Question (character limit)

So, for the Lehigh supplements, on the Common App, there is a limit of 1000 characters but I have the option of attaching a document for the supplement. My current responses go over about 400-500 characters. Do you think they'll mind? or should I cut it down to ~1200-1300 characters?

Ehhh characters aren't a huge deal I don't think. Read through your answers and take out something if it's not totally necessary, but otherwise I think you should be fine.
***I'm not an admissions expert, however, this is TOTALLY my own opinion. Take it or leave it :).

Haha, thank you for your opinion (:
I'll take your advice.

The essays are opportunities to impress them. See if you can find creative ways to meet each challenge, including the word limit!

:)