Exactly the Same, Only Totally Different

Charged with the challenge of devising a way to keep Mr. Blondetwit's cellphone holster attached to his belt, I went to a local fabric/crafts store today for materials, and of course, inspiration.

See here for the backstory, as to why Mr. Blondetwit was needing such a device: A Good Turn

As I was perusing the elastic, velcro and other assorted notions trying to develop an acceptable solution, another lady had arrived in the same aisle, and as I moved to allow her better access, I realized it was someone I knew, but hadn't seen in a long while.  She's a senior member of the local police department.

After saying hello, she asked me what I was working on, so I shared with her Mr. Blondetwit's problem.  She then decided to confide in me that she was there for exactly the same project. 

Only slightly different.

She was trying to figure a fix for a police officer who's gun keeps falling out of the holster.

Seems our local cop shop hasn't changed much.  Sheriff Taylor used to make Barney keep his bullet in his pocket.  If that were still the case, this wouldn't be a problem.