Some People Are So Broadminded (Press, 28 May 1984)

On 28 May 1984, a dinner gathering hosted by Harold and Pro brought together a diverse group of individuals, each with unique lifestyles and beliefs. Among the guests was Stephanie, a vegetarian and self-declared lesbian who had struggles with hypochondria and drug addiction but was unabashed in discussing her life. Also present was David, who was admired for his deep connection to nature and ability to communicate with plants. Fiona, who was navigating her third to fourth romantic relationship and had abandoned the idea of marriage, completed the eclectic group. Peter, however, stood out as the peculiar one; his outdated fashion sense and infrequent contributions to the conversation further established this. The group engaged in discussions that floated between global issues, politics, and cultural habits, all while enjoying a meal that included pieta bread, humus, zucchini casserole, and wheatgerm cake. As the conversation turned to astrology, an air of competition filled the room, particularly around Stephanie’s astrological sign. She playfully teased everyone about guessing her sign; responses ranged from Leo to Cancer until she revealed she was a Capricorn, prompting light-hearted comments, especially about her being associated with the goat. As the gathering continued with lively banter and attempts to guess David's astrological sign, Peter, trying to interject, boldly announced, "Speaking as a Christian." This declaration shocked the group, causing an awkward pause and visible discomfort among the guests. Stephanie quickly dismissed Peter's religious view by referring to it as "hocus pocus" and “maledominated voodoo.” David, attempting to steer the mood back to normalcy, expressed disbelief that anyone in contemporary society could adhere to such “superstitious nonsense.” This encounter highlighted the contrasting perspectives of the individuals present, particularly between the openly non-conformist views of most of the group and Peter’s traditional Christian beliefs. As the evening unfolded, the dynamics of their differing worldviews became apparent, shaping the conversation and revealing the underlying tensions between modernity and tradition in their interactions.

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