That is really really awesome news, I am very excited for you!!
I think you can do it! Winter will be a challenge, but a challenge that is worth it. If you decided on a light box let us know how it goes. I've been considering one for a long time, but I do worry about over lighting myself into full blown mania, I tend to get very manic when overexposed to light. End of summer I am usually a massive mess, this year I tried to limit my light intake, and am doing ok. I'm up but I'm not out of control.
And calling BEFORE things are out of control is a good thing! Good work BipolaRNurse... woohooo!!!!