Thanks for all of the input. So let me see if what I gather is correct?
1.) If you land any A model without proper technique, and try to force the plane to the ground, you are more prone to damage the nose gear.
2.) Don't bounce the dang thing
3.) Have a proper setup to land, and you should be fine
4.) Going to in unimproved strips, or rough runways, you should use extra care and treat is as a soft field landing.
5.) Don't buy the Cirrus from the guy that wrecked a 172 and a 9A.
The airport that I will be based out of is U14 which is located here in Nephi, UT. About 5 years ago we had a federally funded expansion, and they have recoated the runway and ramp at least once since that time. The runway is 6300' by 100'. There is plenty of room for an RV.
http://www.airnav.com/airport/U14
I think you have helped me decide on the A model instead of the Taildragger. I currently do not have a tailwheel endorsement, and I really have no interest in getting one at this time. Maybe down the road, it will interest me more. I love this site, it is so inspiring, and motivational, and full of great, respectable, and knowlegable people.
Cheers!