Welcome to the site, it's great to have you.
Your story is a common one. I think that's how most of us got started. It is a Passion and one that grows with each cook. Like you said, the best part is when your friends and family start requesting you to cook for them. That is the best feeling.
We look forward to meeting you soon and seeing you online here more. It is a great club and site and we have some incredible members. We pride ourselves on the fact that it is so friendly over here as well as inviting. We all love to meet new people who share the same passion as we do.
Sounds like you have quite a talented family. The Proud Parent certainly comes through in your post. Congrats to you and to them on their successes. We look forward to meeting all of you soon.
We also look forward to seeing more pictures of your BBQing, we LOVE pictures...