I just got the nod from our financial advisor, and....

You're making an assumption that "...a large portion of (our) portfolio..." is subject to volatility.

And on this you are incorrect.

But if you're comfortable losing $55k in such short of a period in time, I guess Congratulations are in order.
Hey, I meant no disrespect. If that $55k is a small percent of your retirement portfolio, why would that change anything? Plus, like dadsbee said, you didn't lose $55k unless you sell when it's down.