It's not as bad as you think.

Just a short post today to share this gem I stumbled across on Youtube.

There are a few lessons to be learned here.  One, whatever weaknesses there may be in your writing, you're probably better than these guys, so don't despair, you're at least part of the way to where you want to be. Two, do your homework. As Billy Crystal says, it's probably a good idea to know what they call the thing the captain talks into on a submarine. If you're going to use it in a story, know how it works. Three. Loyalty is a wonderful thing, but when it comes to reviews, honesty is what helps your friends become better writers. Constructive honesty. Calling someone an idiot doesn't help anything. And remember, a Writer writes, always.