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Despite their confusing relationship status, Lindsay Lohan looked thrilled to be out for a romantic birthday lunch with her ex-girlfriend Samantha Ronson.

The couple met up at the Malibu eatery Tra Di Noi to celebrate Lohan turning 23, with a subsequent dinner at Cecconi’s restaurant where she received presents and balloons. This is, of course, all part of an ongoing, extended series of parties to commemorate the momentous occasion.

Although Samantha reportedly was determined to permanently cut Lindsay out of her life, La Lohan has been doing her darndest to rekindle her flame with the British DJ. But keeping the crazy under wraps is no small task for Lindsay. According to a source that dished to People, “No matter how many times she promises to change, Lindsay loses control and starts acting like a maniac.”

One of these days, Linds, it will be too late to apologize.

Gallery Info: Lindsay Lohan celebrates her 23rd birthday with Samanta Ronson by her side.