New Kid on the Block

So, I keep hearing different things about the Blog world.  Some people say that it's a wonderful, welcoming community.  Others say that bloggers are slow to warm up to newbies and tend to stick to those they know. 

I must say, it scares the crap out of me.  Will people read what I have to say?  Will anyone care?  Will I keep up with it?  In any case, I decided to hurdle my fear and give it a shot.

I'm looking for a community that will offer me support and insight.  Don't get me wrong; I have wonderful friends and family, but it seems like everyone gets so bogged down in their own life that no one has time anymore for "girl-talk."  I miss girl-talk and I was hoping that you would like to join me for a chat.  If not, I guess I'll talk to myself for a while and that might not be so bad. =)

So, my friend, what brought you to the blogging world?  How do you feel about your part in it?