Hi Pam-
Well, it's not the best news but it certainly could be A LOT worse too. Though it isn't the easiest DIY, plenty of others have been down your road before so it's a well documented procedure w/ pictures. Replacement on the Boxster is a little cumbersome due to placement but here's a good DIY w/ pics etc. courtesy of Pedro's Garage
Coolant Tank R&R Courtesy of Pedrosgarage.com