Hi Matt:
I am a little like you in terms of the history. I discovered it with the Internet at 13 and first tried at 17. I used to do it only on occasion, but now I usually do it about once a week, although I may have to cut back when I get new roommates in about a month. Anyhow, if you want to talk, send me a private message on here, email at soxfan823@hotmail.com, or AIM at Shainky84