Watashi no Ashinaga Oji-san

Judy Secures a High School Scholarship After Orphanage Hardships

Following the death of her parents, Judy resides in an orphanage run by Ms. Lippett. She endures significant difficulties while caring for the needs of younger children. Among the five orphans, only one is offered a high school scholarship. Judy is selected for this opportunity, marking a pivotal change in her life circumstances after years of struggle within the institution.

Judy departs for Lincoln Memorial School for Girls after buying gifts for fellow orphans

Judy travels to Lincoln Memorial School for Girls to begin her studies. She utilizes her personal clothing allowance to purchase presents for the other orphans. One orphan reacts negatively to this gesture. Judy is told that a sponsor named John Smith is funding her education. She must write regular letters to him detailing her progress and condition at the school.

The Long-Awaited Lincoln Memorial Girls School

The chaotic opening ceremony takes place

A guide on how to decorate a room beautifully

Do You Hate Liars?

A Good Way To Use Gold Coins

A letter discarded into the trash bin

Judy Introduces Julia's Uncle Jervis to the Campus

Julia requests that Judy accompany her uncle, Jervis, on a campus tour. Although Judy is hesitant at first, she discovers that Jervis is a friendly and likable individual. She guides him to her preferred location on campus, which is the roof of the Ferguson dormitory. This action causes alarm for Miss Sloan, prompting her to contact the police. When they return to their room, Miss Sloan confronts them. However, Jervis uses his charming personality to eventually persuade Miss Sloan, resolving the tense situation and winning her over despite the earlier disturbance.

Apology for the betrayal committed against you

The narrator expresses disbelief that his name appeared on the list

A strange coincidence

Sallie faces a courageous challenge

Judy faces plagiarism accusations after writing a competition story for Lincoln High's 50th Anniversary

Judy submits a short story for a writing competition marking the 50th Anniversary of Lincoln High School. After showing her draft to Mr. Melnore at Sally's suggestion, he criticizes the style as resembling her favorite authors, implying plagiarism. Judy then writes a new tale about an orphan named Jerusha who escapes punishment by a matron with the help of a boy. Years later, Jerusha is reunited with her rescuer, who is now the farm owner. Sally and Julia are deeply moved by the narrative. Although the competition results show no clear winners, Judy receives a commemorative fountain pen as a prize, which she accepts gratefully.

Judy and Julia encounter a waiter who turns out to be Jimmie McBride at the school dance.

With the Lincoln Memorial High School dance approaching, Judy resolves to be the most beautiful wallflower if she lacks a partner. She and Julia visit a diner named Presence of Mind, where they meet a tall, dark-haired waiter. Judy is charmed by his affable nature, but Julia openly dislikes him. At the event, Judy, Julia, and Sally are left standing in the corner. While Sally searches for a partner and Julia gets a drink, she accidentally bumps into the waiter, who is eating hotdogs. He apologizes to Julia, who snubs him, but happily asks Judy to dance. The waiter is revealed to be Jimmie McBride, Sally’s brother and the star quarterback of the Princeton University football team, much to Julia’s annoyance.

A gift is given by a quarterback

The narrative centers on a protagonist whose feelings remain unspoken and hidden from others.

An invitation to a Thanksgiving dinner is extended

My Friends, Let's Sing Together

An Older Classmate

Beauty and Sadness

Snow falls on the window

The characters experience distinct Christmas celebrations in this episode

As You Like It