At least, that's what I've observed, both professionally and nonprofessionally."

Visions of bacon cheeseburgers and nonprofessionally ripped jeans and flats-oh hell, maybe even sneakers-filled my head.

Tattoos or piercings performed either before the mid-1980s, "underground," or nonprofessionally are of particular concern, since sterile techniques in such settings may be lacking.

"Certainly, certainly," agreed MacRae, "but speaking nonprofessionally, I'd rather see the no-good so-and-so hang.

--Prudie, nonprofessionally Dear Prudence, I am a big fan of your column and, generally speaking, a supporter of the "always leave 'em wanting more" school of thought regarding product such as yours.