How?

I have often wondered this about others as I have considered my own blogging experience...

How did you get started blogging?
Who introduced you to the blog world?
What blog did you read first that got you started--if any??
Why do you do it??

Here are my answers:

Back in February, in the months that I spend more time on the computer due to WINTER, I found the "Bring the Rain" blog through a message board related to my college.
I began reading and was instantly hooked! I would check her site multiple times to see what updates she had on Audrey. Another interesting point to mention is that Audrey's birthday was scheduled and was on my birthday!
From Angie's blog, I have read other blogs many times with tears streaming down my face and utter thankfulness in my heart for the gifts God has given me with my children. At times when I read some of these amazing blogs, I feel guilty about not being thankful enough!!
I have branched out now and have friends/family that blog as well as a few new people that I've met along the way. I love seeing the updates that people post each day. It is my unwind/me time of the day before Josh gets home from work. I don't always have time to comment, but I love them regardless!
My aunt started her blog up awhile before mine. I did kinda start one undercover and then I commented on hers and yep--I was discovered.
I blog because it gives me a great opportunity to reflect and remember what is going on in the day-to-day life with my family. Many times, I think I would forget things that I mention on here as time goes by. I also love to hear stories and learn new things.

If you have time, comment with your answers or post it on your blog. I am curious how people got started with blogging!