NW Meg...
I think I've seen the bike you've got, with the matte black finish...are the "stickers/words" in glossy black?
It's an ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS bike! I am so happy for you!
Good luck with continuing to ride...although I am not coming back from an injury, I do remember how triumphant I felt last year finishing my first 18 mile ride! (In fact, I must have been downright jubilant - when I returned from my first century ride this past weekend, my DH was reminding me about the 18 mile mark!!!!)
All who joy would win must share it -- happiness was born a twin. (Byron)