Not So Great at This!

Okay everybody, so I just started following lots of you guys, and I think I need some help. I've been trying to design my blog, but I think it's pretty difficult. Is it just me or did some of you guys have a rough time in the beginning? I'm looking for some feedback, any tips or ideas are welcome. Also I would be up for having some of you with the really creative brains just take it over and make it look pretty! :)

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