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Her morals, rooted in honesty and generosity, reflect her belief that the past does not define one’s ability to nurture the next generation. In her view, the cultural context of her upbringing is evolving; her future grandchildren will likely not share the same constraints regarding sexuality.
Embracing Future Generations
When discussing the eventuality of her grandchildren stumbling upon her book, Sue expresses a sense of anticipation rather than dread. “I think they’ll be amused and say, ‘Oh my god, grandmother was a one!’” Her candid acknowledgment of her colorful past indicates a bridge between generations where conversations about sexuality can be more open and less burdened by the guilt of the past.