Ashley Doyle, just for you

In response to AD's query, I am still alive and (somewhat) managing in the city. There is, however, something I need to get off my chest. WTF AKS? I might only make $6/hr before taxes, but I still deserve to be on the list. What is this? Do you need special clearance to make the cut? I've been an intern WAY TOO LONG now, but getting an actual job in magazine is a somewhat elusive, slippery creature. I interviewed yesterday at Cosmo, but am a little worried about potentially working at a publication that can use the word "penis" 16 times in four pages. I can just picture my "love to be Catholic" parents perusing the magazine for my byline. Yeah, exactly. Am interviewing tomorrow at a beauty P.R. firm, but feel slightly hypocritical about it; I always lived by the mantra that P.R. girls weren't smart enough to actually work in editorial. Apparently $55,000 isn't enough for our subway conductors—the entire Metro Transit Association has until midnight to settle otherwise they're going on strike. Needless to say, getting to my interview and to the airport is going to be a bit of a struggle with no subway or bus access. Yes, I am coming home tomorrow night. I'll be there from the 16-26 and spending most of the time in Lawrence. If you're around please give me a call, keeping in mind that my car was sold and I am now at the mercy of my parents. Happy holidays everyone! —Bechard