Feed Reader?

Okay, now don't fall over or anything, but I have to tell you something...

I've never used a feed reader.

I've also never subscribed to a blog.

Shocking, isn't it?  I've been blogging for close to three years and reading (and commenting on!) blogs for even longer and, well, I've yet to explore using a reader.

So today?  I'm asking for your help!

• How do I get started?  
• Are there reader options?  (I don't even know!)  
• Is this going to simplify my life or create another time suck?  
• How many blogs do you recommend having on a feed reader?

Help a girl out!  Please?

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