The Importance of Being Honest with our Kids

“Come on, we have to go!”  A distinguished looking Dad is indignant as his young daughter ignores his fourth request to leave the library.  She continues playing as he huffs and collects coats and books.
“Now, listen sweetie.  If you come now, we’ll stop for ice cream on the way home!”

He announces it with a joyous grin and holds out a hand to the blond preschooler.  She looks up at him, smiles, and drops the toys she was playing with.  An older brother leans in, “Really, Dad?”

“No,” the Dad whispers.  “I just need her to come.”

At the time I saw this scene play out, I was shocked.  As a new Mom, I couldn’t believe that a Father would blatantly lie to his child.  Now, nearly eight years later, I’m sad to say I’m no longer even remotely shocked when I witness parents lying to their children point-blank.  

I’ve realized lying to our children is a cultural norm.

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