Oh I almost forgot.

Yes, I did break down and bought a new (to me) car. It's a 2004 and really low miles and it's tons of fun to drive around. I won't be dumb and describe my car for all the internets (and their accompanying stalkers) to hear, but it's super great. I heart it. My favorite things are the sunroof and keyless entry, but also the fact that I can accelerate with dignity on the westbound 40 on-ramp at Broadway. I'm lucky, even if I have 5 years of budget-straining payments to make now... :P