[soutthpaw]

Ok thanks for the update, I think most of us are pretty understanding as long as you keep us in the loop as to what is happening.. hence why I posted the message here now everyone has the same answer.... have you tried Skype.. (you can also put a direct connect to your skype number in ebay listings) its cheaper than vonage and u can do video calls too. You can purchase a plan to call any phone pretty cheap..
Never used Vonage so can't say anything specific about their service other than they are spending a whole bunch of money on TV advertizing
What about getting an 800 number? you can piggy back those onto any phone number, u can get flat rate toll free numbers for about $15 a month I believe. you can then also see where people are calling from...

EDIT: Yay That Groovy Chick just PM'ed me to let me know my stuff is supposed to ship tmw...