I had a break just like that on one of my rifles, epoxied it and also used a long rod that I drilled from the location of the trigger guard, after sanding and finishing it could hardly be seen. Try doing that, you might surprise yourself!
It's good to hear from you two feathers and that your on the mend, prayers do work, huh!
We'll all have to say one for your wife too! Your part of the tribe!