We finally purchased a new car! Our Acclaim had over 170,000 miles on it, and served us well for many years. The car-buying process was new to us, but thanks to a lot of great advice from friends and the internet (how did people buy cars before the internet?) we got a good deal on a 2000 Mazda Protoge ES. It even has a CD player, moonroof and rear spoiler.
Eric has started a job with the Heinz Regional History Center, portraying a young George Washington as part of an exhibit about Washington's life. He also got the opportunity to participate in a colonial reinactment: look for pictures here soon!
Jerry proposed to Laurie's mother, Linda, on their vacation to the Southwest. He popped the question at the Grand Canyon, and she accepted. They are planning a spring wedding.