Final Thoughts
Final Thoughts
Written by John Packard
September 9, 2013
A reminder that our “thumbnail” or smaller graphics are “clickable” so you can view them in a larger format. So, don’t squint and try to figure out some of these smaller graphics – just click on them…
We still have a target date of this Friday to launch our new website. I am beginning to have my doubts if we will be able to meet the deadline. But, we are trying.
In the next couple of issues I will discuss in more detail the three products we will be offering when the website comes online: Monthly, Executive and Premium – as well as how much each will cost.
We will have much more on Tuesday evening.
Until then, thank you again for your business as it is truly appreciated.
John Packard
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