Bootcamp install stuck, now can't get back to OS X

While installing XP pro, i realized I am missing my CD jacket and key...
so I cannot quit the install or continue it...
I tried restarting the mac, but it either wants to boot off the windows setup CD OR try to setup windows off the HD, and since I don't have my CD key, I'm trapped.
Holding OPTION key does not get me to the screen to choose to boot into OS X
And the WinXP cd is stuck in the drive on my mac Mini, so I can't install my Leopard disk.
Now what?? How can I escape this??
HELP me get back to OS X

Hi,
first: to get the CD out of the drive, restart your Mac while hoilding down the Left-Mouse-Button. That should eject the Windows CD.
Second: try the Option-Key again during boot or as an alternative the 'X'-key.
Third: Use your OSX DVD for bootup ('C'-key).
Good Luck
Stefan

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