Hello I'm very disappointed in the quality of Staples' "5 x 7" Notepads. The paper is thin and flimsy. In addition the cardboard backing is of poor quality. I typically purchase the other brand Staples' carries at its Broadway at 82nd NYC location (not sure of the name but it has what looks like a logo "M" on the top of the binder) but I thought I would try the Staples brand because the other wasn't in stock. Also your Staples brand is less expensive and there are more notepads in the package. However I'm so unhappy with the Staples brand that I plan to go to Staples today to see if the other brand is in stock. If so I will buy it. I prefer to pay a little more for quality as I consistently use the "5 x 7" pads as you must know from my buying habits. I would not recommend this product to others.Thank you. Ms. Welch