The Attic Chest David had been a bit of a naughty boy in his youth. He had a habit of telling little white lies to get out of trouble. But as he grew older, he realized that honesty was the best policy. However, old habits die hard, and David couldn't resist the temptation to tell his wife, Clara , a little fib one day. " Clara ," he said, "I have a secret to tell you. But you have to promise me that you won't tell anyone else." "Of course," Clara said. "You can trust me with anything." "Well, you know that old chest in the attic?" David asked. "It belonged to my great-grandfather, who was a confidante to the British King. He used to travel all over the world with the King, and he brought back all sorts of treasures." Clara 's eyes widened in excitement. "Wow," she said. "I didn't know that. What kind of treasures?" "Oh, all sorts of things," David said. "Gol

** Welcome to Fami LIES!**   This blog is a series exploring the various little lies that happen in all relationships in all families.   We all know that families are complicated. They're made up of people who love each other, but who also have their own unique personalities, quirks, and secrets. It's no wonder that little lies sometimes creep into the mix.   Some of these lies are harmless. For example, you might tell your mom that you love her cooking, even when it's not very good. Or you might tell your dad that you're doing well in school, even when you're struggling.   Other lies can be more serious. For example, you might lie to your parents about where you're going or who you're with. Or you might lie to your siblings about something you did or said.   No matter how big or small, lies can have a negative impact on relationships. They can lead to distrust, resentment, and conflict.   But why do we lie to our families?   There are many reasons. We might