I am new to these forums too. Most forums that I have contributed posts are really like online learning communities--places where people openly share and dialogue about the topics they enjoy. This section of the forum for art history seems a bit prickly. It's as though the only welcome dialogue is based on anxiety and waiting. I am not sure that's very healthy. You submitted your apps, they will accept you or not. Life goes on. Who says you need a PhD to study what you love anyway?
Keep positive and keep busy.
