Steve.
I am not perfect either and am always editing my posts when expressing my opinion.
Reading back even my reply could have been better put (too late now)
As for the watermark there are alternatives.
Disable right-click
Although not a foolproof method, disabling right-click on a web page will make it a little more difficult for others to acquire your images, especially the less computer savvy.
Transparent GIF
This technique involves placing a transparent GIF layer directly over the image. When the user right-clicks on the image, they can only directly save the transparent GIF file, not the underlying image. Again this method is not foolproof, but anything to make it more difficult is better than doing nothing.
Flash/Java applets
Both Flash and Java applets present another way to prevent the easy theft of your images. Although the Flash file is downloaded to the user's computer, only a skilled Flash user will know how to extract the individual graphics. Thus, using Flash or Java applets will only prevent more novice users from stealing your images.
I am not an expert in websites or photo editing but merely use google for reference.
I am a nice chap and there is no need to apologize as I know you are a nice guy yourself.
I have registered with the site and look forward to an exciting new project.