When I was rejected outright last year, I thought to myself "Man, I wonder what it's like to be the person who was one or two spots away from the last funded application..."
I don't have to wonder anymore. I was waitlisted, but I feel strangely positive about it after two years of total rejection. It was at least nice to read the part where they said that my project was recommended for funding.
I'm rooting for you all to get your Vaniers, your Fulbrights, your other big prizes! You got this!