Tag Archives: Self Esteem

Make Your Own Magic

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! As writers, my girls Andrea and Heather make things up. They pull ideas out of what seems like thin air, making up tales of trails that twist along and lead somewhere. There is plenty of … Continue reading →

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The View from my Soapbox

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! This week I heard from a talented writer friend that I highly admire who was unfortunately down in the dumps, and quite frankly it made me a little sad. They were doubting their ability as … 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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Dear Reader, Dear Writer

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  I may get a little flack for this post, but I have to say what I have to say.  Please forgive me if you read yourself in this week’s musings, but then again, if you … Continue reading →

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Who Knew I Had So Much to Say?

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Well, this happened before I knew it.  This is blog post number 100!  It’s been over a couple of years, and there’s many favorite posts I’d love to mention. My very first one was titled … Continue reading →

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What Do You Mean You Don’t Want to be Trussed Up Like a Turkey?

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there guys and dolls!  Today’s blog is about clothing, or rather what shall I do in my own world and in my own way.  Now as many of my long term, faithful friends have known, not only do my … Continue reading →

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Oh Good, You’re Not Working Today….

Posted on October 5, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  I’ve decided to let Andrea and Heather take over the blog this week.  They had a fabulous visit on my behalf with the most delightful Blog Talk Radio host on the airwaves, Amy Beth Arkawy.  … Continue reading →

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Ready, Set, Nope — A Hooky Day for You!

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Well, whew — the girls (Andrea and Heather) do keep me busy.  It’s been a big time of flurry and then hurry up and wait.  They’ve been doing interviews, reviews, lining up personal appearances, finding … 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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Just Stepping Out for a Quart of Milk….

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today, yours truly needed to step out to the market to get a few necessities.  You know — milk, butter, eggs and a few unmentionables that will go unmentioned.  Well, how flabbergasting it was to … Continue reading →

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