My Name is Gossip

"Gossip - At every Sip a Reputation Dies"

***Blogger's note:  I did not write this but wanted to share as it is an important reminder on the dangers of gossiping!


"My Name is Gossip"
(author unknown)


My name is Gossip. I have no respect for justice. I maim without killing. I break hearts and ruin lives. I am cunning and malicious and gather strength with age. The more I am quoted, the more I am believed.


My victims are helpless. They cannot protect themselves against me because I have no name and no face.


To track me down is impossible. The harder you try, the more elusive I become. I am nobody's friend. Once I tarnish a reputation, it is never the same.


I topple governments and wreck marriages. I ruin careers and cause sleepless nights, heartaches, and indigestion. I make innocent people cry into their pillows.


Even my name hisses. I am called Gossip.


I makes headlines and headaches.


Before you repeat a story, ask yourself:


Is it true?
Is it harmless?
Is is necessary?
If it isn't, don't repeat it.