America is in the final days of the ‘last minute rush’ to Christmas. To say that millions of people across the land are busy is an understatement.
That said, we’re getting interesting ‘thank you’ messages from MH industry pros. Some have come with pictures like the ones above and below. These photos-with-pics inspired a thought, and with their ok, are being shared with you.
This is the start of a unique post – and with input from others – we will complete this post over the next few days. Please check back in about 48 hours to see the conclusion…
…First Update.
We received statements like those below, from MHPros across the country…
> “Thanks for the Christmas Picture. I’ll put it up front right now.”
> “Thank you so much for the frame pic!!!! It is proudly being displayed on our sofa table!“
“Just got your Christmas photo and card! What a great idea and sentiment. Thank you for the thought, and I of course will display it proudly.”
Unfortunately, even with bubble wrap, the Fragile label, and other tips straight from three USPS’ pros at two different locations, some reportedly did not make it intact…
“Thank you for the thoughtful card and picture. Here’s to a great 2016!”… “Unfortunately, mine was one of the casualties.” … “It’s the thought that counts. J“
What was that thought? What is that quote below the photo collage of manufactured homes, representing a variety of builders and styles from across this great land?
“Most men appear never to have considered what a house is, and are actually though needlessly poor all their lives because they think that they must have such a one as their neighbors have.” – Henry David Thoreau
…It is now Christmas morning. There will be one more update to this post before the weekend is over. It will contain a free gift from us to you.
For now, let us wish you and yours a Merry Christmas. Let’s think about all our blessings. Let’s think about the true reason for the season.
Please check back for that planned update…
Final Update on Christmas Day-Weekend Post
We wanted to share something that could inspire MHPros across the land. The photo collage represents independent HUD Code manufactured Home builders as well as ‘Big 3’ MH Producers. You see single and multi-sectional, even two-level Cape Cod style home with a finished upstairs!
The collage includes members of MHARR as well as MHI – with homes produced from many parts of the nation – a unifying image and message.
This photo collage and quote are designed to fit in a 5”x7” frame, available at most any Walmart, Target or thousands of other online or bricks-and-mortar retailers. We’d suggest that you download it and have a print shop like Staples or Office Depot (etc.) print it on a high-quality glossy photo paper.
You can download the full sized image – linked here – and use it as suggested with our compliments, as our Christmas Gift to you.
Then, place the framed photo where staff and visitors can see and be reminded and inspired by what an amazing product we offer the home seeking public.
The best new year gift for most MH Pros would be a far more robust 2016 than the past few years. Even little things can be steps towards making that happen. That UPS or USPS person that walks into your office, a pizza delivery or any other visitor may stop and see this collage and ask about the homes. A conversation can lead them and your location(s) to a good place – the home place.
From Matthew Silver, Charles Drake, Jan Hollingsworth, Soheyla (Pronounced “So Hey La”), Tamas (pronounced Tah Mash) and L. A. ‘Tony’ Kovach (pronounced Co Vatch, like a Watch with a V), we wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, and a brighter New Year. ##
## By L. A. ‘Tony’ Kovach.
