.. on the thieves, that is. Two words: Gentian violet. Tiny quantities will stain your skin like nobody's business, as most host owners have probably found out like now. It's harmless stuff. Me: old pack I no longer want, with black straps. Just a dab or two of gentian violet on the straps. Thief: Hey, my fingers are purple! -amy (okay, okay, I'll let it go now)