diff --git a/docs/content/wiring.md b/docs/content/wiring.md
index 79b137f13..f8e50c0ca 100644
--- a/docs/content/wiring.md
+++ b/docs/content/wiring.md
@@ -51,8 +51,8 @@ You can also provide any other attributes, as specified by the CNAB [parameters]
   default: "wordpress"
 ```
 
-If using the default parameter field it must be set. However, it must be passed in as an empty
-type. For example, for an empty string, pass in `""` as the default, or for an object use `{}`:
+If you decide to use the default parameter field, you must set it as the empty value. 
+However, it must be passed in as an empty type. For example, for an empty string, pass in `""` as the default, or for an object use `{}`:
 
 ```yaml
 - name: command