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andre3k · 11-16-2022, 08:25 AM

When we let them believe or even propagate the belief in Santa Claus at Christmas time. I'm guilty of it, but it feels weird to teach my kids the importance telling the truth and honesty and then lie to them about Santa Claus.

12ring · 11-16-2022, 08:27 AM

What lie?

andre3k · 11-16-2022, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 12ring

What lie?

The lie that Santa Claus is real and delivers gifts to every child in the world in one night. Is that not a lie that is told to kids? Whats a good lie, vs a bad lie?

Bucknaked · 11-16-2022, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

The lie that Santa Claus is real and delivers gifts to every child in the world in one night. Is that not a lie that is told to kids? Whats a good lie, vs a bad lie?

Who stole Your Thunder! Geesh

rut-ro · 11-16-2022, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

The lie that Santa Claus is real and delivers gifts to every child in the world in one night. Is that not a lie that is told to kids? Whats a good lie, vs a bad lie?

You mean he aint real?

Jon B · 11-16-2022, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

The lie that Santa Claus is real and delivers gifts to every child in the world in one night. Is that not a lie that is told to kids? Whats a good lie, vs a bad lie?

If she asks if her butt looks fat....the answer is no (Good Lie)

Greenheadless · 11-16-2022, 10:57 PM

………

Bucknaked · 11-16-2022, 08:28 AM

Really? SMH

Brute Killer · 11-16-2022, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Bucknaked

Really? SMH

Werd

AntlerCollector · 11-16-2022, 08:29 AM

Another added to the list of things I never thought I’d see on TBH

Barney1971 · 11-16-2022, 10:24 AM

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Another added to the list of things I never thought I’d see on TBH

Man... no joke, and during huntin season. way off topic, but it sure is gonna be good huntin weather this weekend.

Hoggslayer · 11-16-2022, 03:56 PM

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Another added to the list of things I never thought I’d see on TBH

That list is long. I bet you are running out of paper. Maybe Santa will bring you a new Big Chef tablet and a new pencil.

BlackHogDown · 11-16-2022, 08:30 AM

Because it's every kids favorite holiday and often most cherished memories. Unless they have a lazy parent that ruins it for them.

andre3k · 11-16-2022, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackHogDown

Because it's every kids favorite holiday and often most cherished memories. Unless they have a lazy parent that ruins it for them.

Its still a lie. Can they still enjoy the holiday and not have a lie perpetuated? We celebrate Halloween and most kids dont believe that ghosts and goblins are real.

dawgkllr · 11-16-2022, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

Its still a lie. Can they still enjoy the holiday and not have a lie perpetuated? We celebrate Halloween and most kids dont believe that ghosts and goblins are real.

I bet you’re a lot of fun at social gatherings

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Dusty Britches · 11-16-2022, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackHogDown

Because it's every kids favorite holiday and often most cherished memories. Unless they have a lazy parent that ruins it for them.

Actually, the lazy parent does not tell them the real meaning and history of Christmas.

Goldeneagle · 11-16-2022, 09:07 AM

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7sdad · 11-16-2022, 08:31 AM

When you stop believing he stops coming.

Pawnhunter · 11-28-2022, 07:34 PM

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When you stop believing he stops coming.

Exactly!!

mfarmer · 11-16-2022, 08:31 AM

There's no Santa????

Raider Power · 11-16-2022, 08:33 AM

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There's no Santa????

I know right definitely burst my bubble thanks a lot dude!

12ring · 11-16-2022, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by mfarmer

There's no Santa????

That's what I meant to say, lol.

CEO · 11-16-2022, 08:32 AM

I feel like this has been discussed here before.

Mitchell8 · 11-16-2022, 08:32 AM

I don’t

Graysonhogs · 11-16-2022, 08:35 AM

I hope he is real, that fat bastage owes me a lot of money.

Graysonhogs · 11-16-2022, 08:36 AM

I take "things that are overthought for $800", Alex

PYBUCK · 11-16-2022, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

When we let them believe or even propagate the belief in Santa Claus at Christmas time. I'm guilty of it, but it feels weird to teach my kids the importance telling the truth and honesty and then lie to them about Santa Claus.

You might as well go ahead and Squash the Easter bunny, Tooth Fairy and their imagination while you at it.

CaptainDave · 11-16-2022, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by PYBUCK

You might as well go ahead and Squash the Easter bunny, Tooth Fairy and their imagination while you at it.

X2

I can't imagine how some of you get through daily life.

The Santa Clause lie? You mean that deal that goes on from maybe the age of 3 up to primary school? Kids in that age range don't even know the full difference between real and fake. Heck, most of them believe Disney characters are real at that age. Yes, let's squash their dreams and imaginations and let them grow up like robots.

I agree, kids should learn the true meaning of Christmas and it is about Christ and not all about Santa and gifts. When I was a kid, we used to always go to Christmas Eve service to start the celebration. It was my Grandparents and Parents way of telling us what should come first.

lanceodom · 11-16-2022, 08:37 AM

the world is not so cut and dry..... Lots of grey area. This is one that is widely accepted socially. Is it ok to tell a lie to save someone's feelings? Don't overthink this with your kids. Let them believe and they will figure it out on their own at some point. Or you can be honest with them now and create a jaded 6 yr old......

RR 314 · 11-16-2022, 08:37 AM

My kids are all jacked up now. Years of psychobabble in their future. It all goes back to them busting me moving that dang elf on the shelf. They realized it had no magical powers and mom and dad touched the poor thing and not only did that not zap him of his powers; he never had powers to begin with! They had “My parents are FRAUDS” t-shirts made and rarely leave their rooms during what was formerly known as Christmas season. Parents have sought counseling, Eastern spiritual guidance, hot yoga and chiropractic care. Sadly, nothing has worked.

KRB · 11-16-2022, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by RR 314

My kids are all jacked up now. Years of psychobabble in their future. It all goes back to them busting me moving that dang elf on the shelf. They realized it had no magical powers and mom and dad touched the poor thing and not only did that not zap him of his powers; he never had powers to begin with! They had “My parents are FRAUDS” t-shirts made and rarely leave their rooms during what was formerly known as Christmas season. Parents have sought counseling, Eastern spiritual guidance, hot yoga and chiropractic care. Sadly, nothing has worked.

good stuff , lol .

ThisLadyHunts · 11-16-2022, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by RR 314

My kids are all jacked up now. Years of psychobabble in their future. It all goes back to them busting me moving that dang elf on the shelf. They realized it had no magical powers and mom and dad touched the poor thing and not only did that not zap him of his powers; he never had powers to begin with! They had “My parents are FRAUDS” t-shirts made and rarely leave their rooms during what was formerly known as Christmas season. Parents have sought counseling, Eastern spiritual guidance, hot yoga and chiropractic care. Sadly, nothing has worked.

Hah! Great response!

soldierarcher · 11-16-2022, 08:37 AM

Because kids are pure and as a parent, we hope to walk them into the reality of how cruel life can be and not just kick them into the deep end of the pool.

It's our job as parents to lead our children into becoming stand up people. Same as teaching them to manage money, build a foundation to earn a living, etc....

J-5 · 11-16-2022, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by soldierarcher

Because kids are pure and as a parent, we hope to walk them into the reality of how cruel life can be and not just kick them into the deep end of the pool.

It's our job as parents to lead our children into becoming stand up people. Same as teaching them to manage money, build a foundation to earn a living, etc....

This is about as good of an explanation as can be told.

asu-indian · 11-16-2022, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by soldierarcher

Because kids are pure and as a parent, we hope to walk them into the reality of how cruel life can be and not just kick them into the deep end of the pool.

It's our job as parents to lead our children into becoming stand up people. Same as teaching them to manage money, build a foundation to earn a living, etc....

Thank you for your post. Right On!

Smart · 11-16-2022, 08:38 AM

Its a story for kids that makes growing up fun........not for grumpy adults hung up on absolutes....

Graysonhogs · 11-16-2022, 08:39 AM

To all you people who say "is it deer season yet?", I give you Exhibit A. It doesn't matter. In fact, some of the posts are even weirder DURING season.

tvc184 · 11-16-2022, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Graysonhogs

To all you people who say "is it deer season yet?", I give you Exhibit A. It doesn't matter. In fact, some of the posts are even weirder DURING season.

Tags must be filled…..

Fmjag64 · 11-16-2022, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

When we let them believe or even propagate the belief in Santa Claus at Christmas time. I'm guilty of it, but it feels weird to teach my kids the importance telling the truth and honesty and then lie to them about Santa Claus.

Or you’re way over thinking it and they are just children. Go watch Peter Pan and take it down a notch. Lol biggest Derp post ever

Mike Fangman · 11-16-2022, 08:46 AM

C'mon man

chastings77 · 11-16-2022, 08:47 AM

When our kids were little we wanted them to believe in Santa but after praying about it with my wife we no longer want them believing in Santa and want them to really focus on Jesus Christ instead of Santa and presents.

We worried that if we told them this lie of Santa that they would then mistrust the bible. The bible isn't just a book of stories, they were real people and Jesus is real.

What are some of the ways your family brings Jesus back to Christmas for your kids and not just all the things of this world?

andre3k · 11-16-2022, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by chastings77

When our kids were little we wanted them to believe in Santa but after praying about it with my wife we no longer want them believing in Santa and want them to really focus on Jesus Christ instead of Santa and presents.

We worried that if we told them this lie of Santa that they would then mistrust the bible. The bible isn't just a book of stories, they were real people and Jesus is real.

What are some of the ways your family brings Jesus back to Christmas for your kids and not just all the things of this world?

And this is what I'm getting at. My kids already know that Jesus wasn't born on December 25th.

Who Brought'em · 11-16-2022, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

When we let them believe or even propagate the belief in Santa Claus at Christmas time. I'm guilty of it, but it feels weird to teach my kids the importance telling the truth and honesty and then lie to them about Santa Claus.

So how old are your kids?

andre3k · 11-16-2022, 08:48 AM

I didn't think telling your kids the truth would be met with such resistance.

Hollywood · 11-16-2022, 09:01 AM

" BELIEVE " in the magic of CHRISTMAS

It's more of a soothing, giving, & thoughtful mindset we can all experience during this time each year while celebrating the birth of CHRIST.

The celebration of Santa Clause along with this magical season is just another way to create an interest in the Holiday. IMHO
Let kids be kids

RiverRat1 · 11-16-2022, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by andre3k

I didn't think telling your kids the truth would be met with such resistance.

Then you have not been around here very long! Can't go against the grain even with a simple honest question.

Santa-Denier!

Black-N-Red · 11-16-2022, 08:49 AM

Best thing is the fat man gets all the credit for your hard earned money!!

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OleTomTalker · 11-16-2022, 08:50 AM

We've never messed with santa or easter bunny at our house. Christmas and Easter are about Jesus.

Somehow, against alot of y'alls points above, my boys seem just fine with life and these holidays.

sp-bow · 11-28-2022, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by OleTomTalker

We've never messed with santa or easter bunny at our house. Christmas and Easter are about Jesus.

Somehow, against alot of y'alls points above, my boys seem just fine with life and these holidays.

x2

TKRanch · 11-16-2022, 09:12 AM

This is just silly.........

11-16-2022, 08:25 AM	#1
andre3k Eight Point Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Spring Hunt In: Burkeville	Why do we lie to our kids? When we let them believe or even propagate the belief in Santa Claus at Christmas time. I'm guilty of it, but it feels weird to teach my kids the importance telling the truth and honesty and then lie to them about Santa Claus.

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11-16-2022, 08:27 AM	#2
12ring Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Whitesboro, Texas Hunt In: TX, OK, KS.	What lie?

11-16-2022, 10:57 PM	#7
Greenheadless Pope & Young Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TX Hunt In: SE Texas	………

11-16-2022, 08:28 AM	#8
Bucknaked Pope & Young Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Hallettsville Hunt In: Lavaca , Edwards & Gillespie counties	Really? SMH

11-16-2022, 08:29 AM	#10
AntlerCollector Pope & Young Join Date: Apr 2014 Hunt In: Votaw, Del Rio, Eldorado, Bon Wier	Another added to the list of things I never thought I’d see on TBH

11-16-2022, 08:30 AM	#13
BlackHogDown Ten Point Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: League City Hunt In: Duval County	Because it's every kids favorite holiday and often most cherished memories. Unless they have a lazy parent that ruins it for them.

11-16-2022, 09:07 AM	#17
Goldeneagle Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Allen, TX Hunt In: Where ever I get a chance.

11-16-2022, 08:31 AM	#18
7sdad Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Joshua, Texas	When you stop believing he stops coming.

11-16-2022, 08:31 AM	#20
mfarmer Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Port Lavaca Hunt In: San Saba	There's no Santa????

11-16-2022, 08:32 AM	#23
CEO Pope & Young Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: The Woodlands, TX Hunt In: TX, MO, CO	I feel like this has been discussed here before.

11-16-2022, 08:32 AM	#24
Mitchell8 Ten Point Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: College Station Hunt In: Anywhere	I don’t

11-16-2022, 08:35 AM	#25
Graysonhogs Pope & Young Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Savoy, Texas Hunt In: Fannin/Grayson/Erath	I hope he is real, that fat bastage owes me a lot of money.

11-16-2022, 08:36 AM	#26
Graysonhogs Pope & Young Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Savoy, Texas Hunt In: Fannin/Grayson/Erath	I take "things that are overthought for $800", Alex

11-16-2022, 08:37 AM	#29
lanceodom Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Houston Hunt In: LaSalle County	the world is not so cut and dry..... Lots of grey area. This is one that is widely accepted socially. Is it ok to tell a lie to save someone's feelings? Don't overthink this with your kids. Let them believe and they will figure it out on their own at some point. Or you can be honest with them now and create a jaded 6 yr old......

11-16-2022, 08:37 AM	#30
RR 314 Pope & Young Join Date: Nov 2006	My kids are all jacked up now. Years of psychobabble in their future. It all goes back to them busting me moving that dang elf on the shelf. They realized it had no magical powers and mom and dad touched the poor thing and not only did that not zap him of his powers; he never had powers to begin with! They had “My parents are FRAUDS” t-shirts made and rarely leave their rooms during what was formerly known as Christmas season. Parents have sought counseling, Eastern spiritual guidance, hot yoga and chiropractic care. Sadly, nothing has worked.

11-16-2022, 08:37 AM	#33
soldierarcher Four Point Join Date: Mar 2017	Because kids are pure and as a parent, we hope to walk them into the reality of how cruel life can be and not just kick them into the deep end of the pool. It's our job as parents to lead our children into becoming stand up people. Same as teaching them to manage money, build a foundation to earn a living, etc....

11-16-2022, 08:38 AM	#36
Smart Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Denton, TX Hunt In: Tom Green County	Its a story for kids that makes growing up fun........not for grumpy adults hung up on absolutes....

11-16-2022, 08:39 AM	#37
Graysonhogs Pope & Young Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Savoy, Texas Hunt In: Fannin/Grayson/Erath	To all you people who say "is it deer season yet?", I give you Exhibit A. It doesn't matter. In fact, some of the posts are even weirder DURING season.

11-16-2022, 08:46 AM	#40
Mike Fangman Ten Point Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Hunt In: Ranger & Kerrville	C'mon man

11-16-2022, 08:47 AM	#41
chastings77 Four Point Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Texas Panhandle Hunt In: Lake Meredith, Crossbar	When our kids were little we wanted them to believe in Santa but after praying about it with my wife we no longer want them believing in Santa and want them to really focus on Jesus Christ instead of Santa and presents. We worried that if we told them this lie of Santa that they would then mistrust the bible. The bible isn't just a book of stories, they were real people and Jesus is real. What are some of the ways your family brings Jesus back to Christmas for your kids and not just all the things of this world?

11-16-2022, 08:48 AM	#44
andre3k Eight Point Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Spring Hunt In: Burkeville	I didn't think telling your kids the truth would be met with such resistance.

11-16-2022, 09:01 AM	#45
Hollywood Ten Point Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oak Hill Hunt In: Dimmit, Live Oak, Duval	" BELIEVE " in the magic of CHRISTMAS It's more of a soothing, giving, & thoughtful mindset we can all experience during this time each year while celebrating the birth of CHRIST. The celebration of Santa Clause along with this magical season is just another way to create an interest in the Holiday. IMHO Let kids be kids

11-16-2022, 08:49 AM	#47
Black-N-Red Ten Point Join Date: May 2016 Location: Weldon,Tx	Best thing is the fat man gets all the credit for your hard earned money!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11-16-2022, 08:50 AM	#48
OleTomTalker Ten Point Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Victoria Hunt In: backyard	We've never messed with santa or easter bunny at our house. Christmas and Easter are about Jesus. Somehow, against alot of y'alls points above, my boys seem just fine with life and these holidays.

11-16-2022, 09:12 AM	#50
TKRanch Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Back in TEXAS!!! Sandia, TX	This is just silly.........