One particular day in Purcell’s Cove three years ago is not to be regretted. I had noticed you in lecture and been attracted to you and that crown of yours up front. What a romance blossomed and I don’t know what I would do without you or the way you articulate everything I’m thinking so much better than I ever could. The little emails always make me smile and despite the setbacks I know we’ll get our shit together some day and say there are days and then there are days. I’ll hold a bag for you any day in any kitchen. You’re my best bud and I wouldn’t have it any other way. —The Jonathan Richman Cover Band
This article appears in Mar 28 – Apr 3, 2013.