How do I get the messaging to work with Mountain Lion?

I downloaded Mountain Lion. So far everything seems to be working properly but I can't seem to use the new messaging feature. I click on the message icon.....I can access my contacts (although it gives me NO choice of email address - seems to only pick AOL). I've tested it and the recipient doesn't receive the message nor do I see the message on any of my other devices. It's like something isn't syncing. Was I supposed to do something to start it......perhaps turn on a setting? anybody?? thanks.

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Under accounts, you should have an iMessage account linked to your AppleID or iCloud account.
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