"LAST October, Internet users worldwide were shocked by the story of Megan Meier, a 13-year-old American girl who hung herself after being hoaxed by a couple who posed online as a “cute boy” named Josh.
The cute boy turned out to be Megan’s friend from school (with whom she had a falling out) and the girl’s mother, who made friends with Megan over social networking site MySpace.
Shortly into the “friendship”, Josh began sending hateful messages to Megan, telling her “the world would be a better place without you”.
Megan was seemingly in the safety of her home under the care of her parents, but being on the Internet exposed her to dangers. Her story ended in tragedy, and is an extreme example of Internet bullying. "
Megan was a teenager who had weight problems and was often teased by friends because of her plummy body.People made fun out of her by giving her different nicknames such as "fat girl" etcetera.This had caused her to desperately lurking for love and a good relationship to rely on,but always faces failures.
I can understand the fact that teenagers' way of communicating has changed over the decade.They start being a little harsh to each other and criticism once in a while is no a big deal in their circle of social networking.However, my mind is very much bothered by the fact that even parents involved in the hoax to humiliate a young girl who is their children's friend.Is that so funny to make a young girl have no way back to the reality,which has its beautiful side as well? Is that a satisfaction to see the girl collapses and traumatized without having appropriate counseling on time? Just that 30 minutes before her death that could make a difference out of her entire life,but no one was there to lend her a shoulder,maybe just let her cry for once,no?
NO
After all,I feel annoyed by the act of the "Josh" as well.Why wasting so much time in doing this while you should be educating your children NOT TO DO THIS KIND OF THINGS.
This has been the biggest doubt of mine for this tragedy.
I really hope people sometimes show their sympathy and think twice before they say anything or any action is carried out.You don't gain anything to cause a person's death, but only guiltiness throughout your life,isn't it? At least I feel very so,that we don't badmouth on anyone, even if they are our allies, anemies or frenemies.I bet the world will be much more peaceful if everyone speaks less on rumors and gossips. Badmouthing definitely is one of the worst habits to be practiced.But why are so many people still repeating the same mistake?...I have no answer for this, just 2 sentences as a reminder:
*Speak no evil*
*Learn to apologize*
Megan,R.I.P!!
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