Congratulations Robert, my friend. And pass those along to the lovely Dawn also. She's obviously one tough cookie!
I only made it to Orange belt in HapKiDo...a long time ago but know how much time and effort you both must have put into this. Way to go. I also know about breaking toes in martial arts. Over the year I was heavily into I broke 4 (both outside sets). Not much you can do but tough it out.
I have no doubt that you will make it to the master level. It wouldn't suprise me if Dawn made it also. Even if she doesn't know she wants to...yet.
I, for one, would love to come and visit you guys someday. I'd bet you're not boring hosts!