Jane's Volunteer Work

This morning the head of the rehab clinic where I've been volunteering pulled me aside and expressed concern that the course I've been giving the female patients might not be appropriate. I assured her that this week's class would be my last and that its subject, "Looking To The Future," would be in line with the rehab clinic's goals, and she gave me the green light to go ahead with it.

I managed to wrap up this week's class in a single day, and covered all these topics:

• Moving in with a man in order to stay off the streets
• Keeping your options open by terminating unwanted pregnancies 
• Getting money by befriending rich, elderly people
• Maintaining a youthful outlook through plastic surgery
• Installing a cold storage vault in your home to protect your furs 
• Avoiding future troubles by choosing a fresh start at a new location where no one knows you

I had a new student in my class today, a young woman who had just admitted herself to the clinic this morning. She approached me after class and told me she remembered this course from the women's center a few years ago. When I expressed my surprise that she was at a rehab clinic that caters to the wealthy, she explained that since meeting me at the women's center, she had taken my advice and had landed herself a nice rich boyfriend. With all the excitement of her new life, some of her old habits had resurfaced, and he had given her an ultimatum: Dry out or move out. So she checked herself in. To celebrate the young woman's success, I shared one of the small travel bottles of gin that I had in my purse. And I wished her well.

On my way out, I told the head of the rehab clinic that my work there was done, but that I might pop in from time to time to lend a hand.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Last week, at the urging of the head of the rehab clinic, I began working with the female patients. I created a course to help these alcoholic women improve themselves, using the same syllabus I used back in 2017 at the women's center. The first week, where I covered "Building Confidence By Using Makeup And Clothing To Enhance Your Best Features And Hide The Rest," was a complete success. This week's subject is "Jane's Guide To Dating In The Modern Age."  Today's class went a little more slowly than I'd expected, and we covered only these two topics:

• Ways to attract a man's attention
• Overlooking a rich man's bad qualities

We ended up spending a lot of time on that second point, but I aim to make up for lost time tomorrow. Over the next few days, we will cover the following topics:

• Having fun with a poor man on weekdays
• Ways that alcohol improves a date  
• Getting the best gifts from your dates
• Reasons to stay in an abusive relationship 
• Demanding more from unattractive men
• Turning a one-night stand into a longer relationship

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today, at the request of the head of the rehab clinic, I began focusing on the female patients. I started my three-part course for alcoholic women, using the same syllabus I used at the women's center a few years ago. This week's subject: "Building Confidence By Using Makeup And Clothing To Enhance Your Best Features And Hide The Rest." We made quite a bit of progress today, covering the first four items from my outline:

• Using ample makeup to appear younger 
• Choosing the right attention-grabbing shade of red for your lips
• How to hide a bruise with makeup
• Negotiating with manicurists

Over the next few days, we will tackle the following topics:

• Why tweezers are your friends 
• Stylish sunglasses cover up the effects of a rough night 
• The perils of open-toe shoes 
• Loose-fitting sweaters help hide extra pounds and are in style right now
• Fur coats show that you have class, and will also keep you warm when you have to walk home alone late at night

I realize those last two items might be tough during the summer months, but building confidence is something these women must do year round.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today the head of the rehab clinic where I am volunteering pulled me aside and told me she'd noticed I'd been spending all my time with the men there, and asked that I work with the women too. Since Jefferson and Mr. Walton are no longer patients there, I decided to take her up on her suggestion. I am now planning a three-part course for female alcoholics, using the same syllabus I used at the women's center in December of 2017. That means next week is "Building Confidence By Using Makeup And Clothing To Enhance Your Best Features And Hide The Rest." I am looking forward to helping those women.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today I was surprised to see Jefferson back at the rehab clinic where I volunteer. When I told him I didn't expect to see him back so soon, he said he was there to pick up Rodrigo for their date. He asked how things were going with Mr. Walton. When I explained to him how I ended our courtship after he decided to take some woman named Samantha to Europe instead of me, Jefferson gave me a hug and said that Samantha is Mr. Walton's daughter.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today Mr. Walton really blew it. When I arrived at the rehab clinic ready to celebrate his final day there, I saw that he was on his cell phone. Not trying to be too nosy, I glanced over his shoulder and was thrilled to see that he was booking plane tickets. Once he was off the phone, I went into his room with my large purse full of bottles of champagne, and opened the first bottle, using the special technique he'd shown me to muffle the sound. I was now even more eager to celebrate, when he said he had good news to share with me. He then went right ahead and told me that he'd booked two tickets for Europe for him and someone named Samantha. I got so upset, I threw my glass of champagne at him, grabbed my purse and stormed out of the clinic.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today Jefferson checked out of the rehab clinic where I am volunteering. I was sad to see him go, because I really enjoyed our morning talks over drinks. He wished me good luck with Mr. Walton, and told me to keep an eye on a young male nurse named Rodrigo for him. I promised him I would.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Things are going really well with Mr. Walton at the rehab clinic, so well that we may have become a bit careless in our fun. This morning, during my first drink with Jefferson, Jefferson cautioned me to be more careful because the nurses found a couple of empty bottles on the premises last night after I left. He told me not to worry too much, because it's not unheard of to find alcohol at rehab clinics, but that we don't want to give the nurses any reason to keep a more watchful eye.

Jane's Volunteer Work

I am continuing my volunteer work over at the rehab clinic. Now that things are going so well with Mr. Walton, I try to put in an appearance once a day. Of course, I still have my first drink of the day with Jefferson, who provides me with the latest news on the goings-on at the clinic, and on anything Mr. Walton might have said since my last visit. According to Jefferson this morning, Mr. Walton has been talking about his plans for traveling to Europe in the fall, but hasn't yet mentioned anything about taking me with him. Nevertheless, I am sure he's going to ask me soon, especially because today he expressed surprise when I told him I had never been to Paris.

Jane's Volunteer Work

The new big purse that Jefferson gave me last week is coming in quite handy at the rehab clinic where I'm volunteering. Today I was able to fit in a third bottle of champagne for Mr. Walton, who was quite pleased. As we drank, he kept dropping hints of his plans to travel to Europe in the fall, though hasn't quite gotten around to inviting me yet. I know it's just a matter of time.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today while I was volunteering at the rehab clinic, Jefferson surprised me with a gift. It was neatly wrapped, with a big red bow, and when he handed it to me he said it was a thank-you for all the great work I've done so far at the clinic. I tore open the package right away to see what it was. Inside was a gorgeous and stylish purse, much larger than the one I'd been using. Jefferson told me this one should be big enough to carry everything I might need for my continued success at the clinic.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Based on the inside information supplied to me yesterday by Jefferson, today I brought champagne to the rehab clinic to share with the wealthy Mr. Walton. I bought the smallest bottles I could find, but still was only able to fit two into my purse. When I approached Mr. Walton with the champagne, he was surprised that someone had brought him his favorite drink. After the cork from the first bottle popped a little too loudly, Mr. Walton grabbed the second bottle and said he would do that one himself because he had a special way of muffling the sound. "Don't want the nurses to hear our good cheer," he said. Jefferson was happy that Mr. Walton and I hit it off, but was sad that I hadn't been able to fit any other bottles of alcohol in my purse for him. He said he'd have to see about fixing that.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today Jefferson gave me the scoop on one Oliver Walton, a new arrival at the rehab clinic, and something of a regular. He is certainly an eligible man, part of a wealthy family. And not having to work, he spends a lot of his time traveling, according to Jefferson, who also filled me in on Mr. Walton's love of tennis, and of course let me know his favorite drink. I will be sure to bring some of that with me tomorrow when I volunteer again at the clinic. Jefferson encouraged me to go for it, and even told me, "I think you'll have better luck with him than I did."

Jane's Volunteer Work

I am continuing my successful volunteer work at the rehab clinic. Today I spoke with Jefferson, one of the most attractive men there. I noticed him yesterday when he was admitted, but he came in so late in the afternoon that I was already out of alcohol. So today I went right over to him and introduced myself. Though it quickly became apparent that a romance wouldn't work out between us, he did give me the scoop on several of the other men there, some of whom are regulars at the clinic. In fact, he told me the main reason he admitted himself was to meet some new men with common interests. We had such a ball talking that by the time we were done, I had no more bottles of alcohol left in my purse to share with the other men. He reminded me that some of the nurses there frown upon the patients drinking, and requested that in addition to alcohol, I bring a box of mints next time to mask the smell.

Jane's Volunteer Work

You are an instant hit at these rehab clinics if you're able to bring in even a single travel-size bottle of gin. As for me, I've become the most popular volunteer, because I've emptied my purse of all unnecessary items so that I can carry as many small bottles of alcohol as possible. And the men here have been grateful, fawning over me every time they see me. I just know that at least one of them will take me out for dinner and drinks once his thirty days are up and he is back in circulation.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Word of my presence has already caused quite a stir at the rehab clinic where I'm volunteering. Today I was propositioned by two wealthy men, who each wanted to share a drink with me. I have quickly become the most popular volunteer, but must remember to set aside a little time to sober up before the drive home.

Jane's Volunteer Work

Today was my first day volunteering at the rehab clinic, and I've already helped one eligible man. I was making the rounds and introducing myself to all the men and asking them what they did for work. One banking executive pulled me aside and asked me if I could get him a drink. Of course, I always carry a little something in my purse, and was happy to share it with such an accomplished man. Thankfully the nurse at the door hadn't check my purse on the way in, only my temperature. The man finished the little bottle in one gulp, thanked me and said that he wanted to see me again. I should have volunteered sooner!

Jane's Volunteer Work

Since my volunteer work at the women's center a few years ago was such a success, I thought it was time to once again use my talents to help those in need. This time I've decided to focus on men who suffer from alcoholism. The in-patient rehab clinic where I've chosen to volunteer caters to wealthy people, so there will be plenty of eligible men staying there. I know I will be able to provide just what these men need.