Cut of the Jib:
Very best congrats to you.
A man's first fish is a special thing, hope you remember it fondly for the rest of your life. Also... a fishing partner like the one you have deserves all the special gestures you may ever extend, and the verbal abuse as well.
I know mine gets what he deserves, anytime I can come up w/ something new.
Now just keep the pressure on, but dont horse him, and dont forget to release native fish.
Congrats,
'Head hunter