I actually wrote a rather lengthy review, right after I received the journal in the mailbox, but I can do this again in case you did not receive it initially. I truly loved the quality of the leather, the monogram, the binding, and the additional pages included, and most importantly of all, I loved the title page inscription that I wrote. Working with ox, and Pine has been a delight, and I must say the speed with which you connected by email regularly to my questions was phenomenal. I may order one for myself and will monogram it and maybe have my friend write the title page for me. I am excited to see his reaction to his Christmas gift this year . Thank you so much and keep making wonderful gifts!