This is the first entry to IWSG in many years and hopefully I can play along each month from here out.  For those unfamiliar with the monthly hop, it’s done the first Wednesday of the new month and a question is posted for members to use.  On this day, February 3rd, the question is – Blogging is often more than just sharing stories.  It’s often the start of special friendships and relationships.  Have you made any friends through the Blogosphere?  Absolutely!  Friendship was an unexpected but delightful benefit I discovered in my nearly 11-year blogging journey.  I actually have a…