# Use of variables within a here file.

# If the user forgets to pass the command-line
# arguments, fill in defaults.

if [ $# -lt 1 ] 
then
    date_required=today
else
    date_required=$1
fi

if [ $# -lt 2 ] 
then
    pithy_statement="Action, urgency, excellence"
else
    pithy_statement=$2
fi




wall <<EndOfText
Please complete all TPS reports and have them
on my desk by EOB $date_required.

Your cooperation in this matter helps the smooth
flow of our departmental structure.

$pithy_statement!
-Dick
EndOfText

echo "Message sent"