Hey, you're a doctor like _Raqs_ is a doctor -- great for keeping around for one's humility, but not exactly a physician either. This is sort of a sore point with me, for, lo, when I first pursued her, I was misled by her "Doctor seeks companion" into thinking she would be able to teach me anatomy and know all that muscle and sinew stuff. What's really embarrassing, of course, is that I didn't get the Dr. Who reference.

Can't help about the withdrawal, except to say that while we're tickled pink that you got what you so clearly deserved and needed, you should understand that there would have to have been an intensive (and don't underestimate my internet stalking skills) background check and interview process before he could have been declared Even Remotely Good Enough for you for anything long-term.