Anne Lamott's "Shitty First Drafts" gave me a new understanding of writers and a better appreciation for my own abilities. It also helped me to realize and find a solution towards a problem that has plagued both myself and other writers since time immemorial: pleasing everyone. To find my fears and anxiety's as a writer addressed so fluently and distinctly was a treat indeed, and moving forward I will always appreciate and respect my first draft. I will also realize that it is far from a finished product, but is well on its way to being what I want it to be.