Amanda, if you don't mind me asking.. what model trucks did you sell?

Alan, the Mazda 3 5 door is a fun car, with the 5 spd it's quite enjoyable (haven't played with the 5spd manu-matic yet..).. my concern is throwing both kids and all of the gear in for a drive to FL.. I don't want to feel like i'm in a sardine can.. I'm sure I'll be happy with either..
almost have to flip a coin at this point.. unfortunately i'm looking for practicality first then sporty-ness... a 3 yr old and a 5 yr old require a bit of gear at times...