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Welcome to my blog for EME 6414! I'm excited for the opportunity to connect with you all through blogging. I've always been intrigued by the idea of starting a blog, so this will be a great chance to try it out! It sounds like most of us are new to blogging. Any experienced bloggers out there?

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  1. LaurenJune 28, 2018 at 6:11 PM

    Blogging for this class really fun. It's a great way to get to know everyone outside the "formality" of discussion forum. Enjoy! :)

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