Rwandans in Atlanta

I often wonder whether other Diasporas are as juicy as the Rwandan one? I think not. Because we are a small community, it is easier for everyone to know everyone’s business. And that business is JUICYYYY…Generally, up for consumption is: Whose child got caught shoplifting? Who divorced who? Who cheated on who? Who is on the brink of deportation but is pretending they just miss Rwanda? Who is showing a fake life on IG, but nobody can confront them because how do you begin to ask someone “dear, why do we never see the Benz from online?”

It’s all fun and games, until it is YOU at the heart of the gossip. For the first time in Rwandan-Atlantan history, a person was able to effectively neutralize the hot waters, moi! Sharing below some best practices I utilized:

• DO- Stay cute. Your life and face can’t be in disarray at the same time.
• DO NOT fight your fate. The quicker they can talk, the sooner it will end. (Advice from my brother-in-law)
• DO NOT deny & do not confirm – Unless you’re an elected official, you don’t owe the public any statement.
• DO NOT – publicly dish your previous partner. It is a dishonorable attitude that reflects poorly on YOU!
• DO NOT let anyone you don’t share blood with, see you cry.
• DO – Stay prayed up. God is faithful, won’t give you more than you can bear
• DO – Envision your bright future. One (Atlanta) pothole in the road won’t deter you from reaching your destination.

Before you know it, the gossip will move on to its next target & you will have grown wiser.

-A Seasoned/Decorated Veteran