This is my first attempt to blog in The Mixxer.   I just got Skype in December and started to look for online conversation partners at that time.  It took me a little time, though, before I overcame my fear of meeting strangers online! What about you?  How long have you been using sites like this one to practice your language?  Do you have a favorite site?  Is there one that has gotten the most conversation partners for you?