lies

People lie about things all the time; it's human nature. And if you say you've never lied about anything, then you're lying! But lying on social media is a new level of risk because anyone can call you out on your lies and make a public busting. You can then end up on the internet on a viral list like this one, looking like a real a-hole. Check out how these liars were called out, and are probably regretting their lies big time.

Honesty is an important virtue that a majority of parents try to instill on their young ones, so they can grow to be well-rounded individuals. 

Not these parents, of course. 

Just kidding, we know a little white lie never hurt anyone! In fact, some lies can end up benefiting the kid and their poor, exhausted parents. So what's the harm? Plus, it's kind of freakin' hilarious.

Here is a collection of ridiculous lies that parents have convinced their kids were truths: 

We'll take "Things That Never Happened" for 500, Alex. Here's a healthy size dump of stories that more than likely never happened. And are actually pretty darn cringey. Enjoy! 

We've all told a little white lie... something like "No, I didn't eat the last cookie..." and so sometimes we are believed. But sometimes kids push to boundaries a little too far. So why not take it to twitter to call out all those little liars? David Thrope wanted to know...

*And survived to tell about it