You're all right - There are many exceptional examples of the art of modeling posted in pictures for us all to see. Thanks to all of you talented lunatics - you've made my days brighter. My wife doesn't really see the thrill of applying tiny amounts of paint to an equally tiny bit of plastic.......
This forum, as well as Finescale Modeler Mag, has been a real eye opener, and using the advice and techniques discussed here has vastly increased my skills.
So now I can look at one of my models and actually be happy with the finished product.