Why do I blog?

I had a question today from a client. They asked me simply why I blog.

At first it seemed like an easy answer, "Because I can." But, then I thought about it for a few minutes and realized it's more than that.

In college I used to be a DJ with the campus radio station. (Bet that's not something you knew) I enjoyed getting to play the music (read records; it was the late 80's). I loved the pressure of trying to come up with good content and things that would make people want to listen. I ultimately liked the "soap box" atmosphere it provided.

Only thing I didn't like...little audience participation. You see I had actually started in community theater plays through grammar and high school. I decided the college drama department was a bit too "dramatic" so switched to radio. Only problem was I really missed the live feedback. The thrill I got from seeing and feeling the audience reaction.

O.k. fast forward to today. I realize blogging is a lot like radio with audience participation. I love that I get to "get on my soap box" and get feedback too.

So, the actual answer I finally gave my client was, "I blog because I can and because of the unique doors it opens."

I don't want to hog all the blog time here today. So, I'll ask the question, why do you blog?