>>So I've finally managed to sit down, get the pics together, and share this with you. Basically the short of it is that my potential pied female, Spot, passed away.

I'm so sorry for you and Spot. I've had a few hard losses over the years and definitely know what it's like. But these things happen and can't be controlled, though it's clear you tried all you could. - that's life. Again, sorry for the loss.