Patent,
You know I'm a huge fan of yours, and can appreciate and cheer your reasons for doing EXACTLY what you do and how you do it. Please don't change a thing!
As for "failing miserably" in looking feminine?? NO WAY!
I have said it before, you keep posting, and I'll keep admiring!
Oh, and I am trying to adapt my photo taking skills to try and take pics like yours, also....any tips? :)
Scott