Thanks for all the Good Wishes, folks!
I checked my order status this morning, not expecting to see any movement, and WTF

- it says Phase 5 !
I don't get to Florida until early October, so the m9700 will probably get there well before I do. I'm NOT complaining, just that it's really hard knowing your new best buddy is sitting in a box just waiting for you

That's pretty quick, since I just ordered less than 48 hours ago...