sunny day in Guangzhou"Mrs. Hackworth," Cynthia asked before class got underway, "is it true that in America, girls in the university will not use an umbrella to keep out of the sun?"
I just totally started laughing.
"Oh, Cynthia, that is the best question," I said. "I'm so glad you asked.
"You are right! Absolutely! Girls in America NEVER use an umbrella to shade themselves from the sun. They LOVE the sun. They love getting tan.
You Chinese like white faces, they like tan faces. "
"But, it is not healthy," Cynthia persisted.
"Ah, my dear, health is not a concern of the average American college girl. But, having a good tan is of great concern."
Oh, I do love these students and the questions they ask!
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