How to create field that shows text from a dimension

[ColinPearson]

Greetings y'all.  I've created a block that has a Linear Parameter in it so I can easily adjust the length.  I've also put a Dimension into the block then turned off all the arrows/extension lines/etc.  That way I have a quick visual check showing ho long the block is.  I've also made plan/elev/end views that show up with Viz States.  All good.  My one problem is that when I pick the end view, the two dots that show where the Dimension attaches at are visible, and I've accidentally selected and deleted blocks when I drag a window that includes these dots. 

 

In the file attached, the 26'-6" text is from the Dimension and the 20' is from the Field/MText.

 

I have some ideas of what I want I'm not sure how to make them work:

1) Turn these dots off.  I don't think this is possible.

2) Insert a Field in an MText that is set to show the Measurement of the Dimension.  I thought this would work but it doesn't update when I stretch the block out.

3) Some other idea anyone may have?

4) Give up and turn off the dimension in the end view.  I'd prefer to keep it if possible, but it's only an issue in the end view b/c the dimension is as long as the visible portions in plan/side views so the dots aren't 'outside' of the block.

 

Thanks y'all!

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