Prom Fumble

Berkeley,CA, 1988: Rumor has it that the 1998 Berkeley High School Prom was the tragedy of two star crossed lovers, who had missed each other by moments. As we understand understand the story, however, it was more a matter of two best friends.

Gage Coulon (17) and Julian Dierkes (18), apparently would have liked to go to the prom together ("just as friends", they insist) but ended up with other dates anyway. Here's how it happened:

After consultation with her sisters, Gage was still just a little too slow and "The Other Woman" rushed in and, well, asked Julian to the prom first! Being a gentleman and not wanting to hurt the young lady's feelings, Julian gallantly accepted her invitation — much to Gage's chagrin. Gage then sought out another date for her senior prom. They went, they dined, they danced until dawn...

But the real story here is that it took them until graduation to realize that they were not only best friends but perfect partners— and finally went on their first date. We all know the rest!!!