Just a small follow up here, since it kind of relates to Mary's zipper thread, I guess.

I had Kate try on some aquata harnesses at APS while we were in Annapolis. Of course she liked the most expensive, $179 one, but thats ok. She seemed to have more of a problem with the hip area that the boob area. We couldn't get it right around her hips in order to get her the proper back support (In my somewhat informed opinion).

Oh well.

On a side note, I've been informed by some of my female colleagues that this might not be the best idea for a birthday present. They suggested hardware that was more in the golden and diamond variety. However, Kate enjoys the outdoors, and we met sailing and continue to sail together so I think an investment in spending time together is a better idea than some ring or necklace.

But just in case....

I'm planning on cooking Shark Steaks with a Lobster Haricot relish topped with Jalepeno sauce for dinner.

Maybe that will make amends