Peer Review

I particularly like the idea of peer review. By letting others evaluate what and how I've written will help improve the quality of my writing. However, it's a little nerve wrecking for me to have my peers read my writing because I find that I have VERY little confidence in my writing. I feel that when people read my ideas, they'll think my thoughts aren't shallow or not 'smart' enough. I also have a habit of writing unnaturally. The way I talk and the way I write are very different. I admire people who can write eloquently and when reading their work know that it's coming from them. (I dont think that made any sense). As I was saying, I'm scared having my peers review my writing because although I know that I have to do it.
As a reviewer, I am honest when it comes to providing criticism but sometimes I find myself being too nice. You can say that I'm easily impressed. But to stop myself from doing this, it helps to have the a guideline of what you're looking for as a reviewer to help me stay on task. The sample worksheet that was provided: http://writing.colostate.edu/guides/processes/peerreview/worksheet1.html. I think would be helpful for me when I review another person's paper. As writer, I think this worksheet wold also be helpful because when you're writing, you know what the reader will be looking for and thus keep yo on track as well.