One thing I dislike, though, is the gossip. Folks, gossip is the number one killer of volunteer fire departments. Shoot, gossip is the number one killer of almost any kind of relationship you can imagine. Let me propose to you that there is a Relationship Explosion Triangle. Same thing with our triangle.
People are always around in a relationship.
But, it isn't until gossip is introduced into the formula that we have a full-blown explosion. Politely tell them that you really are not interested. Turn the conversation into something productive. There is a huge difference between night and day. The daytime is filled with light, and traffic and work and travel.