I am posting this mainly because of the cool redhead.
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>
LOL Before I even read the remainder of your post, I was going to make mention that I could care less about the kabobs...let's talk about that pretty lil' redhead.
Do keep a chimney starter full of heated briquettes going. Having a reserve of ready-to-go briquettes to replenish your charcoal fire will enable you to keep grilling at your desired temperature longer.