John Sheda

Ah, the white lie. You know the one. “Honey, do I look fat in this dress?” How does one respond if…..you know, it does make her look a tad bigger. Gulp! Yep, that white lie can save you from a most difficult situation, ease you from a hectic situation and even buy you some time to come up with a better response. With that in mind, here are some common white lies. Not that I would ever tell one. Nope, not me. But here are some white lies in no particular order. Do you have any favorites of your own???

I don’t know who it was but it sure wasn’t me.

Officer, are you sure I was going that much over the speed limit?

Oh yeah. That makes sense now that you put it that way.

Thank you so much. I just love it.

Honey, you look great in that new dress.

Honey, I love your new hair-do.

Honey, I’m glad you like my new dress. I promise it was on sale.

Yes sir boss. I’ll get started on it right away.

What? You mean you didn’t get my email about the meeting?

Man, that sucker was three feet long Let me see, one, two….yea, I got a five on that hole.

I won’t laugh. I promise.

Sir, your table will be ready in five minutes.

Come on, you know I was just kidding.

I’m so sorry but I never got your text. My phone’s been doing that lately.

Yes, yes, I’m just fine.

No really, I’m OK. Just a little tired.

Ok, if you insist, but this is the absolutely my last piece.

I should be there in five minutes, ten tops. This traffic is terrible today.

Sorry, I was in a meeting and just couldn’t take your call.

Ok, my new diet starts next Monday. Guaranteed.

I have read and agree to the terms and conditions.

And here’s the classic…..”Sorry, honey, I think I’m coming down with a headache.”

Common white lies. Helps one out of a sticky situation but sometimes gets into an even more sticky situation At least that’s what I’ve heard. Never has happened to me. Remember the beginning of this column…I DON’T LIE!!

Email me some of your classic white lies at jsheda@indytel.com or call me at 319.327.4640. If I’m not in an important meeting,

I promise I’ll answer the phone and return the email…that is if I even get it. Have a great week.