Oh, I was on the floor laughing at your post! I was wondering when you were going to say something about this rather large revelation. I totally agree with what you've said with regard to trusting RTD. I have to say that as much as I cried at DD, I also loved it. It was one of the most romantic and heartbreaking scenes I have ever seen on television (no, correction - THE most) and that's why I love it so much.
I have believed that Rose would return ever since it was announced that she was leaving, and earlier in the year, I wrote an essay detailing (and attempting to evidence) my reasons for believing that her story was far from over. Therefore , I was delighted (albeit, not surprised) at this news, but also a little apprehensive. There is so much potential here for amazing storylines which need not result in another heartbreak - it's sci-fi after all and I hope RTD does justice to their characters and relationship. I truly believe that he has cultivated a character of greater significance than a companion, in Rose (ducks as anti-D/R shippers throw things)and as such, her place within the new series will be as fundamental to the show as the Doctor's.

Sorry, Kalleah - didn't mean to hijack you thread...
Looking forward to your next chapter! :o)