02-06-2009
And the winner is......
vgersh99!!
I started testing with the most recent posts and low and behold the last one from vgersh99 worked perfectly.
Many thanks to all of you for your efforts.
Vgersh99 if I could send you the beverage of your choice I would, but in this
medium you'll have to settle for a
Have a great day everyone!!
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