A Shopping Nightmare

Should Sarah tell the truth or not?

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Anita is my bestie for life. We laugh at the same things and love the same things. Like books, video games, and our absolute fave – shopping!

One day, we saw the hottest pair of red shoes in the market. It was love at first sight for me and Anita. Only the shoes were too small for me, and perfect for Anita, who didn’t have enough money to buy them. I wanted to help, but I didn’t have enough money either. Anita felt bad. Nothing I did or said cheered her up.

The shoe seller went to attend to another customer. For a moment, no one in the store was watching us. Before I knew it, Anita quickly put the red shoes in her bag! I signaled at her to return them. She didn’t listen. I was scared. What if someone had seen us? I’d heard stories about what they did to thieves in the market. Anyway, luck seemed to be on our side, because somehow we didn’t get caught.

On our way home, Anita begged and begged me not to tell anyone. I was torn between doing the right thing or betraying my friend. Anita of all people! I couldn’t possibly tell on her. I couldn’t.

That night, I barely slept. My conscience kept bugging me. I knew in my heart that stealing was wrong. My mum saw the look on my face and asked if anything happened. By then, I couldn’t hold back anymore. I opened up to her.

My mum was supportive and understanding. She told me not to worry because she would fix everything. And she did. She spoke to Anita’s mum, who scolded Anita and made her return the shoes. At first, Anita was so mad at me that she stopped talking to me. Then she realised I was just being a good friend and forgave me. I’m glad things are normal between us again.

Yes, telling the truth can be hard. But in the end, it’s the right thing to do – even if it gets you into trouble. If you ever find yourself in the same spot as Sarah, here’s what to do:

  1. Talk to a trusted adolt.
  2. Be honest.
  3. Take responsibility for your actions.
  4. Be bold and speak up.

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victory

The truth is bitter,but if u had keep it secret she would start stealing

Dec. 15, 2022, 3:25 p.m.

Don't be shy or afraid to tell the truth.

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Big sis i have a friend that use to steal. I am very scared what should i do.

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

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Rodi, You should try and advise her not to steal again or you report to elders.But if she refuses to deviate from the act , then you shun away from her.

merry Christmas

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

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Same to u

New yr 2 u

Hi Keturah, I wish you the best.

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Hello Emmy, Happy New Month and Merry Christmas 🎅 🎅 🎄 🎄

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Hi Keturah, I wish you the best dear.

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Big sister I love you and your stories. You inspire me!!!

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Thanks again for your time

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Nice one

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

good

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

good girl .

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Bravo!

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Dats okay

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

That's nice and morally right But I can't do that to my Bestie

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

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Sooooo true

I have a friend who is a lesbian she told me not to tell anyone should I keep it????

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

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I think u should keep it and always advice her against it, coz she herself would be battling with d urge to les with a girl BT if she sees a gud adviser she might change

people like me will think u are also a lespian because if u show me ur friend n i will tell u whom u are unless u depart from dat friendship

Sorry but i dnt think u should keep it tell a trusted adult for advice.I dnt think u will be confortable when u re with d person.

Don't keep it it's dangerous

what u did is good - let people know

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Perfect

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

nice thought

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Her frd do wat is gud. His gud to tel dey true becose dey true wil set u free

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

Hy

March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.

yea ,I tink wat Anita's Bestie did was Right

March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.

What Anita bestie did was great.

March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.

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It was really nice

I will tell her to return it and if she doesn't then ah will do what Anitas frnd did....

March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.

Telling the truth is always best. Lies get you into complications at first, then you'll still be punished, if you don't say the truth, you'll live with guilt

March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.

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