The not so Independent Life

Gossip

Talking about others is human nature. 

The private institution enforced stringent regulations and directives for its students. It was required that classes maintain a serene atmosphere, with minimal noise levels. 

Zzie possessed an independent spirit, which was stifled, preventing him from fully appreciating the invaluable gift of daylight. Although he believed that his personal time was his own, his brother frequently pounded on the wall, demanding that he lower the volume or turn off his vintage 1980 Panasonic double tape recorder. Perhaps his brother was engrossed in his studies; however, Zzie needed to be made aware, as his brother never made an effort to engage in meaningful interactions with him. All Zzie understood was that life felt burdensome, and expressing his desires was often met with resistance.

Zzie made the bold move to step out and restart his life.

He packed his bags and hitchhiked to the city. He never stopped knocking on doors for jobs and a place to sleep. He was confronted with plenty of setbacks, but his shoes held together through it all. 

Upon accumulating sufficient funds, he purchased a travel ticket to the United States. Upon arrival, he encountered a whole new realm of liberty. The locals appeared exuberant, engaging in various enjoyable and intriguing activities. Baseball games accompanied by beverages and snacks were a common sight. The streets were adorned with a plethora of diverse restaurants. Enormous theme parks boasting incredible rides dotted the landscape. It was a haven where individuals could freely express themselves and relish the daylight. 

On Sunday, he visited different churches and quickly made new friends, only to be shocked by the betrayal from his former church in New Zealand, which started spreading hurtful rumors about his past.

 Zzie never expected a church to behave in such a way, but unfortunately, there are individuals within religious communities who feel superior to others and enjoy spreading gossip. While having faith in God is important, trusting people with vulnerabilities can be risky. After the rumors spread, he lost half of his friends, and those responsible for spreading them lacked the courage to confront him or verify the truth. This situation revealed the shallowness of some individuals, reminding us that gossip and spreading stories is a common aspect of human nature, regardless of the group one belongs to.