Welcome to Carper-Dot-U.S.!
I've set up a site here where all my friends and family can meet online and keep in closer touch!
I'm just learning about all of this, so the functionality on my site is fairly limited. I hope to add some more content soon and also hope to make it a bit prettier while I'm at it! 
Check out my Photo Page. Right now I've got several family picture albums on it. You can browse the pics and even download any you would like to print (at high resolution).
I've also added a Blog Page. I've started a personal blog and Derek's started one too. I will be adding some news and pictures soon. Anyone can make a comment on an existing blog entry.
If you would like to make your own entries and add pictures, links, etc., all you need to do is select the "register" link on any one of the pages. When you register (assuming I know who you are
) I will give you permission to create your own blog. Then you can share your news with us.
Looking forward to hearing from you. . .
ejc