First Period Experience

I was at home when I got my first period. I was 4 months shy of turning 15. I didn't have any symptoms that I have now (cramping, bloating, etc.) so I had no idea I was starting. I went to the bathroom and, when I wiped, I realized I was spotting. I must have wiped 4 times! lol When you're almost 15 and haven't gotten your period yet, you're pretty excited when it finally does come! I called my mom (who was already at the grocery store) and told her that I'd need her to pick me up some pads. She did and I asked my sister all kinds of questions: How long do you wear a pad? Will everyone be able to tell I'm wearing one? When will I get my next period? I walked around feeling like a woman for the first time! Little did I know how much I'd grow to hate my montly curse! :-)