Tag Archives: etiquette

Break Out the Popcorn

Posted on April 30, 2020 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Are you still taking up real estate on your couch? Well, for this week’s Raves n Faves I have some fantabulous films for you, by the clever and controversial director, Otto Preminger. They’ve got power, … Continue reading →

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Holiday Advice for the Seasonally Addled

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Hope your seasonal plans are going along just spiffily. I’ve got letters from a couple of women who could use a little help making their Christmases a little brighter. Let’s get right to free advice … Continue reading →

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Who Do I Want for Christmas?

Posted on December 9, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! The season’s coming up fast, isn’t it? I spent my weekend making lists – what to get the girls and the bosses at work, my family (now don’t get me started on that one – … Continue reading →

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Out to Lunch

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Do you know what my favorite part of workday Wednesday is? That’s right, lunch! If you do it right (you know, find Mr. Right, or even Mr. Right Now), you don’t even have to go … Continue reading →

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Oh Millie, We Hardly Knew Ye…

Posted on October 16, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! It’s Workday Wednesday and time for another almost completely true tale from my fictional workplace. Today’s adventure is all about Millie. At least I think that’s what her name is, to be honest, she came … Continue reading →

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A Flaming Disaster

Posted on September 30, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! My girls have asked of me to share my misshapen adventures in life. Starting today, I’ll be posting regularly, basically a “dear diary,” about my dating and social swirl, the neighborhood gossip that I shouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Miss Tree by Name, Miss Tree by Nature…

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! I’ve got some big news coming soon, all the stars are aligned, but just waiting for the t’s to be crossed and i’s to be dotted to inform you all of what is happening in … Continue reading →

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Barbara Jean’s Dating Tips for 50’s Glamour Girls

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today I’m going to share with you some tidbits of wisdom to help you navigate the waters out there.  The following tips are from our latest Poppy Cove Mystery — DEATH OF A BEAUTY QUEEN.  … Continue reading →

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