In the peaceful, leafy garden where birds chirped and flowers bloomed, there was usually harmony between CUTIS, the ever-watchful and clever man, and his playful little companion — a baby monkey named BIBI. BIBI was known for his big curious eyes, endless energy, and mischievous grin. But something had recently changed. CUTIS noticed that BIBI’s once cheerful personality had begun to shift. His spark was dimming, and the culprit? A tiny device — the smartphone.
At first, it seemed innocent. CUTIS would play educational videos or animal clips to calm BIBI down during meals or before nap time. The baby monkey would clap his tiny hands, giggle, and stare in wonder at the bright screen. CUTIS thought he had found the perfect tool to keep BIBI entertained when things got hectic. But soon, BIBI began demanding the phone — reaching out his little fingers, screeching when it wasn’t handed over fast enough.
It escalated quickly. One day, when CUTIS returned from watering the garden, he found BIBI hiding under the table, swiping through YouTube videos. His lunch — untouched. Toys — abandoned. Even his favorite banana? Ignored. The baby monkey was glued to the glowing screen, eyes wide and almost hypnotized. CUTIS called his name gently, then louder, but BIBI didn’t even flinch.
CUTIS felt a chill. This wasn’t just distraction anymore. It was addiction.
That night, CUTIS watched from a distance as BIBI cuddled the phone, refusing to sleep. Tears welled up in CUTIS’ eyes. “This is not what I wanted for you, my little one,” he whispered. That’s when he made a decision. A bold, shocking decision. Something had to change — fast.
The next morning, CUTIS sprang into action. BIBI reached for the phone as usual, but CUTIS had hidden it. The baby monkey shrieked in confusion. He searched the bed, the floor, and even CUTIS’ pockets. When he didn’t find it, he threw himself on the ground, kicking and wailing in frustration.
CUTIS didn’t get angry. Instead, he calmly sat beside BIBI and gently picked him up. “You’re stronger than this,” he said. “Let me show you.”
What followed shocked everyone who witnessed it.
CUTIS took BIBI outside. Instead of the phone, he brought a big box filled with colorful blocks, puzzles, toy drums, and soft stuffed animals. BIBI wasn’t impressed at first. He pouted and folded his arms. But CUTIS started playing — banging the drum with enthusiasm, making silly faces, and stacking the blocks into a towering castle.
Curiosity slowly crept into BIBI’s eyes.
Then CUTIS did something unexpected — he pretended the blocks were characters in a story. “This is Sir Banana, and he’s going on an adventure to rescue Princess Mango!” CUTIS narrated dramatically. BIBI’s eyes lit up. He loved stories, especially when told by his beloved CUTIS.
Bit by bit, BIBI joined in.
They built castles, played hide-and-seek, and danced to music on the speaker (no screen involved!). Each day, CUTIS introduced a new fun game. He taught BIBI how to splash in the water basin, helped him climb low branches, and even created a treasure hunt in the backyard. The phone was nowhere in sight, but BIBI laughed harder than he had in weeks.
The real turning point came when CUTIS brought in a little chalkboard. He handed BIBI colorful chalk and guided his hand to draw a flower. BIBI screeched with joy when he saw his creation. That one scribble turned into daily drawing sessions. Soon, the walls of their home were covered in monkey masterpieces — suns, trees, bananas, and even a lopsided sketch of CUTIS himself.
Still, BIBI had occasional tantrums when he remembered the phone. But CUTIS remained patient. He hugged him tightly and said, “It’s okay to feel upset. But we have so many better things to do.”
Week by week, BIBI’s dependency faded. He became more active, more social, and more present. His bond with CUTIS grew even stronger. They laughed, played, and explored together like before — only better.
Then came the final surprise: CUTIS invited a few local kids and their pets for a playdate with BIBI. At first, BIBI was shy. But when he saw a child using a phone, he didn’t reach for it. Instead, he picked up a ball and rolled it toward them. Everyone cheered. BIBI had truly changed.
CUTIS stood proudly, watching from a distance. His eyes sparkled with pride. His shocking, screen-free plan had worked. He had rescued BIBI from the trap of addiction — not through punishment or scolding, but with love, patience, creativity, and connection.
Later that night, as BIBI lay in his tiny hammock, CUTIS sat nearby and whispered, “You’ve done so well, my little hero.” BIBI reached out, not for a phone, but for CUTIS’ hand. They held on tightly, a symbol of trust, growth, and the power of choosing real-life over screens.
This story became a viral sensation when a neighbor uploaded a video of BIBI playing with other animals, ignoring a phone placed nearby. Viewers worldwide applauded CUTIS’ parenting and shared stories of their own struggles with screen time.
People began calling CUTIS a “superdad,” not just for the baby monkey, but as an example to humans too. His message was simple but powerful: kids — and baby monkeys — don’t need glowing screens to thrive. They need time, attention, imagination, and most of all… love.
So next time you see a little one glued to a screen, think of BIBI. Think of CUTIS’ shocking yet gentle action — removing the phone, and replacing it with heart, play, and purpose.
And remember, the best connection is not Wi-Fi. It’s the one between hearts. ❤️🐒📵
