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I started blogging before Christmas, but I REALLY got into it after I read a book by Sheri Lynch called "Be Happy or I'll Scream". It's a hilarious fictitious novel about motherhood but I think it's more non-fiction than she'll admit. In any case, it was my inspiration for writing whenever the spirit of motherhood moved me.

Why I am bringing this up? Because it dawned on me today that I LOVE reading my girlfriends' blogs every day possible. I love reading about their triumphs and disasters because, I'll be honest, motherhood can be somewhat lonely at times. There may be lots of warm bodies around the homefront (the three year old variety) but still... loneliness.

I'm sticking my neck out here a bit, but I'm posting my top reasons for blogging. I'd be obliged if you'd do the same. Let's compare.

1. Blogging dusts the cobwebs off my vocabulary and reminds me that adult speak is still used.

2. It helps me when I want to vent about life as a woman and mother. Good or bad.

3. The comments readers post remind me that I'm not alone for the ride of life.

4. It's a creative outlet for me that is kid-approved: Done in 10 minutes or less.

5. It lets friends who want to know about my family's life get up to date without a phone call. Not that phone calls are bad, but daily phone calls are a bit difficult.

6. Not everyone can get together for Bongo.

I got this survey idea from my friend Sarah Short, who posted a survey yesterday, albeit a much more FUN survey, which I am still filling out. I hope to have it done by 2008.