Did you know that Sue's parents were diplomats and that is why she spent her childhood and teens in various parts of the world?
Eager to pick up as many languages as possible she attended local schools wherever possible. So during her early teens, she went to a Japanese junior high school and had to follow their rules. That meant wearing the standard school uniform with a pleated navy skirt and white sailor's blouse (middy blouse, derived from midshipman).
I am sure that you have noticed that during her life, Sue has changed her hair colour several times. In her Japanese school, students had to follow so-called 'black school rules' (controversial school rules) and Sue dyed her hair black and had it cut into a bob so as not to stand out too much. Luckily these rules are gradually disappearing.
The Japanese language was another hurdle to deal with when she was new in school, but math lessons were OK. Sue already knew how to calculate the area (A) of a square (S), A = S².
I never could have guessed! Very creative!
ReplyDeleteFascinating history Sue has! No wonder she is so creative. Sometimes difficulties/challenges can make us more precious.
ReplyDeleteGood use of stitches too!
No wonder Sue is so well prepared for all her adventures!
ReplyDeleteYour stories about Sue are great! Is there going to be a book?
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