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Hi John - thanks for making these interesting and informative link posts every now and then. I really appreciate them and often find something I would never have stumbled across otherwise. Just wanted you to know they are appreciated. All the best -- Chris
You're welcome, Chris. It's nice to know that my memory technique is helpful to others!