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…which is frequently, and at such lightning speed that I can’t keep track of what exactly is going on. Is this a new guy? Should we be be concerned? I can’t keep track anymore. In any case, Life & Style Magazine claims that Britney has fallen for Howie Day, whom she met at Promises in Malibu–the second time, I’m assuming–”and fell hard for him,” as the magazine tells it. It also reports that she plans on having Howie be her date to her cousin Erin’s wedding in June.

“Britney just lights up and seems back to her old self when she talks to Howie or tells people about him,” an “insider” tells the mag. “She thinks he’s very talented — and says he’s the best kisser ever!”

However, Britney’s mama isn’t nearly as excited about Howie’s purported kissing skills.

“Lynne wants Britney to be with someone outside the music industry,” says the Spears family insider. “Howie is always on the road and exposed to influences that are discouraged in rehab.”

Well, then maybe she shouldn’t be rehabbing in Los Angeles, because that will really limit a person’s dating options. Or maybe she should try DATING OUTSIDE OF REHAB. Or, here’s a thought, NOT AT ALL FOR THE MOMENT. Sorry I keep yelling, but I’m worried that she won’t hear me otherwise.