"Are people born Wicked, or do they have Wickedness thrust upon them?

In Part 1 of this deep dive, we explore the origins of 'wickedness' in the land of Oz. Inspired by my recent trip to the Emerald City, I'm breaking down the choices and circumstances of characters like Madame Morrible and the Wizard. We look at the blur of intent versus action, the fear that drives an ordinary man to do extraordinary harm, and the turning point where Glinda begins to step out of her bubble.

Join me as we peel back the layers of these iconic characters to find the truth hidden in the shades of grey."

Read the full blog post here: https://christinalfox.wordpress.com/2025/11/23/glindas-journey-born-wicked-or-thrust-upon-them-part-one-of-two/