English writing plays an important role in learning English. Keeping a diary in English is one of the effective (way) to improve our English writing abilities. Compared other forms of writing, it is shorter and takes (little) time. It can help us to develop the habit of thinking in English. We stick to this practice, gradually we'll learn how to express (our) in English. In keeping a diary in English. we certainly meet many difficulties. In the first place, it often happens that we have trouble (find) proper words and phrases to give expression to our mind. Secondly, there are many idiomatic ways of saying things in Chinese. And it is extremely hard for us to put them into English properly.
As far as I am concerned, my (Suggest) is that we should always have a notebook and a Chinese-English dictionary within easy reach. Whenever something (beat) us, we can first put it down in our notebook and then look it in our dictionary. We can also turn to our English teacher for help, if necessary. In short, I believe that it is useful to keep a diary in English for development of our writing skills. Keep on trying, you will be pleased with your English writing.