Need Help with SLR camera

[slinkerpon]

I don't know the slightest thing about SLR cameras, other than my fiancee has wanted one for... forever.

I've been on site after site trying to understand photography lingo and my head might explode.
This is the only thing she wants, and I don't know where to start.

I've been looking at the Nikon D60 and D80, and the Sony A350K and A300K.

If someone, anyone could please help me. Talk to me like I'm 5 years old, I don't care. I just want her to be happy.

What's the best SLR camera I can get her? My price range is up to $1,000.

please please help.