well...GREAT NEWS! I called in to try my luck again and got a wonderful rep who did some research and was able to extend me the "Better offer Bonus" of 100,000 MR points. She did tell me she saw a note in my file from this morning saying that i was not qualified, but upon further digging she said that i indeed qualify for the 100K bonus and it has been noted in my account.
i haven't quite reached my 1K spend yet, but once i do she said the 50K will post first and then the second half will post 4-6 weeks after, if they don't post I should call back and there will be a note in there indicating i should receive the points. TERRIFIC!!
This was after I called in this morning and after receiving a denial email. so keep trying!!!