Hi-School Romance Datebook #2

In "Fun in Fads," a young woman and her boyfriend navigate the quirky world of teenage trends, bonding over shared symbols of their relationship—from matching cotton shirts to a dog collar with his name on it—each small gesture a playful nod to their connection.

In "Three's a Crowd in Love," Judy's quiet high school life shifts when she bonds with classmate Vera Newsome after learning about Vera's struggles at home. As Bud Evans starts spending time with Judy after school, Vera’s increasingly odd behavior hints at a secret she’s desperate to hide. The story builds to a shocking moment on New Year’s Eve, when Judy’s world tilts—only to find out that love, loyalty, and friendship are more complicated than they seem.

In this charming 1963 vignette from *Hi-School Romance Datebook #2*, a series of playful, six-panel scenes capture different couples in quiet moments of connection, each underscored by a wry bit of dating advice: "Fellows like girls who stand on their own two feet." The story gently explores small gestures and mutual respect, offering a lighthearted, timeless take on independence in romance.