Seriously? Live group viewing sounds like torture. Patricia905 is right about the yelling.

Are the vines actually getting hurt or is it just weird to look at. Plants are tougher than we give them credit for. You could just tell her it bothers you instead of buying a gift.

That nail polish trick works in a pinch for small stuff. Blue Loctite 242 is the go-to for permanent but removable hold on scope rings though.