Will wonders never cease, Lindsay actually got in touch with me before I called or wrote her. Mexico was "muy bien." What do we think, Lindsay Helen Taylor or Lindsay Shaw Taylor? Either way, I predict an engagement by the Fall at the latest. Am I indulging in self-pity or do I possess the power of prophecy? In late August, I wrote in my journal that if Lindsay had a boyfriend, she wouldn't tell me until it had been going on for some time. In late August, she was already dating her boyfriend, but didn't tell me until November. I fucking hate being Cassandra.

In the background, Dave King sings, "It's been the worst day since yesterday." Thank God for Flogging Molly.