I decided I would read the entire story before sneaking a peek at the pics. From the sounds of things, i expected tiny, grainy, images. But no - the pics were fantastic! (so was the story, but you all knew that).
I am sitting in a hotel room tonight trying to imagine how I would have reacted if this had happened to me. But I'm glad that it happened to you instead, because you seized the moment, risked camera injury, and best of all, prevailed triumphantly!
God bless you (your story, and your pics!)
Five shiny, newly minted stars....
EDIT: I administer a group at FLickr called "photographers and their nude subjects" These would be perfect for the group. I don't ordinarily upload web pics there, but I expect to upload at least one of these to start. I assume this is OK with you, but I will do the courtesy of asking you anyway, or at least telling you of my plans....
Klondike