and the verdict is . . .

I passed! Woohoo! It wasn't quite as bad as I imagined. And I now know the key to selecting committee members: low-key, interest in topic, supportive, and nothing to prove (i.e. can keep ego in check). They were great. Of course there are a few changes here and there, but nothing I can't deal with.

I am celebrating my success with an episode of L&O. Ahhhh.......heaven!