Update: Passed the CISSP exam!
Just a quick entry to note that I did pass the CISSP exam! I still have to get endorsed by an existing CISSP (done) and get my years of experience proven (paperwork submitted). Now I am just waiting for ISC2 to complete the process so I can officially say I am a CISSP!
Update: I got confirmation today (April 9th, 2009) that my endorsement and certification were approved. So, I am now officially a CISSP!

Congratulations Mike! That is fantastic news, but I never thought you wouldn’t pass
. Good luck and keep in touch.
I’m going to finally study for it myself and see if I can pass too. I’ll let you know, next year
.
Thanks Colleen – just study up and I’m sure you will pass, you know this stuff … it is just getting the terminology down for you