This is most exciting news
I am SO SO happy for you
I am going to find out how I can do this right away so I can be next.

I will meet you on the slopes next year-

Gmom-Did you bring Mikes article and all the article he has referenced with you posted at the beginning of this thread to an appointment with these people ?.
It will certainly strengthen your argument if you go prepared and armed with evidence that this is a viable option!
They will have no reason to turn you down !!!
Good Luck

Peace
GnP