[BostonCard]

However, after past disappointments, even though we look like the right match on paper, it's an extremely personal and individualized decision, so I am hoping for the best, but also preparing for the worst (in terms of her committing here).

This.  Recruiting is capricious, and just because we think she'd fit in great at Stanford doesn't mean she does, and ultimately hers is the opinion that matters.  Keeping my fingers crossed.

BC

[BostonCard]

However, after past disappointments, even though we look like the right match on paper, it's an extremely personal and individualized decision, so I am hoping for the best, but also preparing for the worst (in terms of her committing here).

This.  Recruiting is capricious, and just because we think she'd fit in great at Stanford doesn't mean she does, and ultimately hers is the opinion that matters.  Keeping my fingers crossed.

BC