Site Mock up

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After a week or so of planning, design, and well of course color decisions I have been able to mock up an updated version of my site. The site includes the team selected name of our group / company as well as providing a much better looking slideshow, and information display. There is not much to say although, I might want to hear what you think of my little dog story I wrote half way through the example text, lol and no it does not make sense. I am thinking of replacing the wood top with a different texture, as well as redoing the corners to be smooth, what are your thoughts.