Butt of All Jokes
Today was a big teaching moment for my boy. I told the truth about something that put me in a very uncomfortable position. I think we've all been there ... Something happens that could be considered a white lie that if under normal circumstances could slide, because if no one ever knows about it - then you don't really have to own up to it. However, when you're a parent you are always under constant supervision. Little eyes and ears are ever-present, ready to soak in every word you utter and action you display. I've always walked a pretty straight line so that my son would not have to question my motives or actions, but no one is perfect. Everyone messes up...and a smart parent will use it as a teaching moment. Long story short, I told a white lie. And no one would be the wiser if I kept to myself, except my son knew about it. And even though I didn't blatantly lie to anyone and it wasn't a harmful untruth, I still did not need to set a low standard ...