Well, my lovely g/f and I swapped gifts on Friday - holidays are crazy with split families - kids, travel, etc...
As expected, her reaction was predictable - She first asked "WTF is this?" and had to explain the part and purpose (AC Drying Container) after which, I was called an asshole, physically struck and commented that it was good joke. Payback for making fun of my "BMW problem."
She also asked a funny question - "Tell me, what do you look at more often on the internet? Porn or BMW content?"
I lied; told her that I look at porn more often. She called me out on it.
In addition to very thoughtful and romantic gifts from her, she is covering a lapping day for me so I can, "go play with one of my cars."
As of this date, not including purchase price, I am into this project for $2,563.91 (less 11.95 for a coffee cup). The major outstanding parts and pieces that have not been sourced yet: Hood, bumper cover & mounting hardware, cooling system (rad, hoses, WP, belts) and tires. Little parts (mounting hardware and quantities) are being inventoried.
And a call-out to cakM3 - He hooked me up with donated fogs for my M Project! Thanks, Charlie!