Big Step you're taking. I hope you'll find the courage to step out on your own to a meeting also. Two newbies clinging together can be a wee bit crazy, so please make sure to find support. My home group is a women's group. Just wanted to point out that those do exsist (although some don't like the whole gender seperation thing tho). I think it takes some of the dreaded fear away from some women in the beginning (like me).
Anyway, I'm happy for you. Literally. I have a smile on my face right now. :-)