There are two reasons not to tell the truth--becuase lying will get you what you want, and because lying will keep someone from getting hurt.

“I've always been able to see you," I say. "It's a rather lovely view.”

“What could you give me," I ask, my voice shaking, "to make me forget ... that y…”

“until you have a baby, you don't even realize how much you were missing one”

“A fire can't burn forever. Eventually, it consumes itself.”