New Camera Needed Desperately

So you may have noticed a lack of pictures on this blog, eh? Well there is a reason for that. My primary camera as of late has been my iphone. While it provides "decent" pictures, it doesn't substitute for the actual digital camera experience. When I use my flash, for instance, you get "ghost face".

TNev in the foreground with a Pauly D wannabe in the background.

The ghostly white/orange color from the flash... this was in a well lit kitchen.



He's scary no matter what camera I use.

Another thing, with the digital camera I currently own, it can take anywhere from 3-10 seconds to take the picture after you click the, uh what's it called?  The take the picture button?  Ok, I must apologize profusely to Mr. Luker, my photography teacher and former neighbor.  For the record, I took that class because it was awesome developing your own photos!

So I need to know what to get for a new camera.  I don't know how to judge the reviews I read online.  For all I know, those people are only familiar with the old school film and photo developing centers of ye olde. 

Wants:
Fast picture taking ability
High resolution
Ability to take pictures at night or in dark places like bars
Fits in my pocket
Low cost

Don't wants:
Manual film insertion
Adjustable shutter, aperature, blah.  Too much work for this girl.

Suggestions?  Whatever, I'm getting cheese fries a camera this weekend.