Reserved Ruth in Rhode Island

Reserved Ruth in Rhode Island

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Dear Barbara Jean,My mother says that red lipstick makes girls look like hussies. What do you think?-Reserved Ruth in Rhode Island Dear Ruth, Now what’s wrong with looking like a hussy? I mean, there’s a girl who looks like she knows what she wants to get,...
Secretary Susie in Schenectady

Secretary Susie in Schenectady

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Dear Barbara Jean,Are office romances ever okay? I have my eye on a new junior executive who I’m sure will be going places.-Secretary Susie in Schenectady Dear Susie, Thanks for your letter! That’s a very good question that I’m sure many of us career...
Vivacious Vera from Vermont

Vivacious Vera from Vermont

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Dear Barbara Jean,Is it okay to wear a bullet bra when seeking out new male companionship? Would that be considered false advertising?-Vivacious Vera from Vermont Dear Vera, Of course not! Nor would it be considered falsie advertising ;-). A gal needs to work her...

Changes are A-Coming!

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Hi there, guys and dolls! Just a quick post to let all you patient cool cats that plenty is quaking and shaking – this website/page is going through a major overhaul and many of the blog posts will no longer be available here, they are being revamped and...
Another Day at the Office

Another Day at the Office

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Hi there, guys and dolls! Fun fact about me, I also do a side gig in an office. That’s right, Barbara Jean — office girl supreme! Well, sort of. I mean, I go there, stay a while, do a few things, collect a paycheck and toddle off. Been doing it for years....