Week 1: Blogs I Commented On

Initially I was in the "1" group and I commented on blogs created by James Anear, Terrell Mitchell, and Regina Tompkins. Once I was placed in the "2" group I commented on blogs created by Autumn Asbury, and Joseph Mish. I have viewed all of the blogs to check out their various themes. I enjoyed seeing what everyone chose for their theme and how it represents them as an individual. 

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