I apologize for the slight delay this week ~ I was called upon to help my dear sister out this weekend after her appendix was yanked out. In light of my own recent situation, I provide for you some tips about taking care of a sick relative. I do wish I had found this advice […]
Tag: 1960s
How Do I Banish Blushing?
Q Dear Miss Abigail: I blush easily and I hate it. In certain situations, I get so uncomfortable that my face really turns bright red. This usually happens when I get embarrassed or just when I’m with people or friends. When the teacher calls me, I blush. When someone comes up to me, I blush. […]
To Live Without Sex
Q Dear Miss Abigail: The prospects for men are not good in my life ~ I fear I’ll ever have sex again. How does a woman in my situation cope? Signed, Flo A Dear Flo: With such a horrific situation like yours, it only seems appropriate to refer to the writings of a housewife who […]
Why Aren’t You Married?
Q Dear Miss Abigail: What are some good responses for a single woman to use when she is constantly hassled about her non-marital status, for example, “You are so young, and beautiful, why aren’t you married?” I have found that my own personal response of “I like my independence, dammit!” has proven inadequate. Please help! […]
My Family Doesn’t Like My Boyfriend
Q Dear Miss Abigail: My family does not like my boyfriend. We had broken up for awhile, but it looks like we’re on again ~ at least for now. I know that he’s changed his naughty ways, the question is: how can I make them see that this is true? Should I break with my […]
My Parents Won’t Let Me Have a Life!
Q Dear Miss Abigail: I’m 16 years old, and I’ve been getting really close to this guy; we’re really like best friends. I stay after school everyday just to spend time with him, and I’m constantly on the phone with him. My problem is that on the weekends my parents won’t let me go anywhere, […]
Household Secrets Revealed! Story at 11.
Q Dear Miss Abigail: What does one do to stop their children from revealing household secrets? Signed, Lori A Dear Lori: Whew! I think it’s time to have a little family conference to let those kids know how you really feel about their blabbering mouths, and to let them air their “issues.” Henry and Elizabeth […]
“How’s Married Life Treating You?”
Q Dear Miss Abigail: My sweetie and I cohabited for several years before marrying. I have found myself astonished at the number of people who have asked questions along the lines of “so, how’s married life treating you?” Although I can think of several flip and not-so-proper responses, I am in need of something that […]
What the Heck is Holding Me Back?
Q Dear Miss Abigail: I was introduced to this gorgeous Vietnamese girl by a friend of mine. While she was here for a training course, we went out a lot and had a really good time. We had a few very passionate times together, especially on her last day in my country. We still keep […]
Dangers of Elopement
Q Dear Miss Abigail: My boyfriend and I are considering eloping. What advice can you find for us? Signed, Desperately Wanting A Dear Desperately Wanting: While I’m all for running off to the Tunnel of Love in Las Vegas, my advice is not really what we’re here for. In case you have forgotten, this is the […]