My main focus is getting back into biking, AND also getting my girl into biking. Which means I need to get two of whatever I get(more or less). Hence my wanting to find a halfway decent starter bike for me/her that won't break the bank.

EDIT: Just saw your post Roasted.

I wouldn't completely rule out a hard tail frame. Actually, of all the road bikes I've looked at, I like the Felt Curbside the best...which is kinda urban mountain bike-y.
Someone posted a picture of this bike in the "show off your bike" thread. I love it, but where do I find a bike like that, and what is it even called?