The Show Will Go On… The last few weeks have been an absolute whirlwind of activity, but I am happy to navigate the chaos in order to be able to announce the continued publication of Today's Vintage Magazine.
The announcement early in the month that the magazine would be closing came as a bit of a shock to us all, though I cannot blame the previous owner for choosing to focus solely on his core product - especially in this uncertain economic climate. I am actually grateful to him for according me this opportunity to jump in and spearhead this magazine. I have been with Today's Vintage since its inception in 2007, and have come to feel towards it as fondly as I do my own child. I am very pleased to be the new owner/publisher, and I have nothing but high hopes for the continuation of the quality publication that so many have come to know and enjoy.
If you will all indulge me for a moment, I would like to take a minute to offer some thanks to people who are well deserving...
To my previous colleagues, Katy Hoke, Pam Dykstra, Cathy Kolbenschlag, Shari Corsello and Melissa Eder: Thank you all so much for helping put together Today's Vintage, and make it the magazine it is today. I am grateful to all you have done, and will surely miss the assistance
in the months and years to come!
Thank you to Angela Moore and Debbie Rieman, without whom I would not be able to take on this endeavor. Your hard work and dedication to keeping Today's Vintage alive are appreciated more than words can say!
A fond thank you to our advertisers. Many of you started out with us at the beginning, unsure of where things would go, but willing to take the chance with us. The kind words and well-wishes you have all expressed to me in the last week have been overwhelming, and I am so pleased that we will be able to continue to work together towards the common good for the Antique and Collectibles industry.
Last, but by no means least, a special thank you to my predecessor Sandy Hood. Not only was she the publisher and figurehead that launched Today's Vintage, not only was she my boss, but she was my mentor and remains my dearest friend. Ever since she took a chance on me in 1995, I have enjoyed learning under her exceptional tutelage, and can honestly say that she taught me everything I know. Even still she helps to make certain I haven't forgotten anything in this crazy rush to get the April issue published. I will forever be grateful to her for everything she has taught me. Thank you, Sandy. For everything you have done. For all that you are. You are a truly exceptional individual, and I hope I am able to make you proud!
Okay folks...Here we go! Hang on tight, keep your hands and legs inside at all times - and enjoy the ride!
Linda M. O'Connor
Publisher
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