I Just Lied

[Ravenshire]

"Upon further review Margaret has decided to accept the money."



Who's "dark-sided" now, bitch?!?

[Jaxxie1181]

I was just sharing something, because it's the first time since coming to terms with being an atheist I have said the words, "praying for you". It was just such a cliche phrase I used and it seemed like the right thing to say at the time, even if it wasn't true. I guess I was just looking for some support or reassurance that I'm not a total assbag for being dishonest.

K. My comment was merely an invitation for enhancement, which occurred. Probably better than backing the truck up and unloading derision, which was my first impulse.  

You've gotten your support which would have been dishonest coming from me so I let my peeps tell it. I ain't praying for nobody, but your situation is not mine. Everybody on my fb knows I'm a psychopath and an atheist, I don't get sympathy requests.

In all honesty, I didn't pray either. Fortunately, despite my lack of prayers her mother took the shot to help get the blood off her brain and she's heading to a rehab facility tomorrow, so good news there. And I can respect your position. Hell, I envy your ability to be open.

[TheRocketSurgeon]

In all honesty, I didn't pray either. Fortunately, despite my lack of prayers

Next time, pee on a houseplant, then get on your knees beside it and whisper "Shamama mama heal!!!" to the wall eleven times, then shout it three times quickly.

It will be exactly as effective.

[Minimalist]

A dear friend of mine just posted on FB that her mother has had a stroke and the treatment they want to use on her could potentially be fatal if not administered flawlessly. Yesterday was the one-year anniversary of her father's death. This woman is not emotionally in a place to cope with the death of her other parent. Her post said, "I urgently need prayers for my momma!" I lied and said I'd pray, because for someone reason in a sea of, "praying!" comments I just couldn't bear the thought of being the lone, "positive thoughts!" but I also didn't want to say nothing either, because she's my friend.

At least you understand that praying accomplishes exactly nothing and have the decency to feel guilty about it.

[robvalue]

Some people can't handle the truth, and a little lie to keep them happy isn't a big deal in my opinion. Especially when being honest in that moment wouldn't achieve anything anyway.

Your intentions were good, and that's the most important thing. It's when you're lying to cover your ass that you have to worry.

[I_am_not_mafia]

Next time, pee on a houseplant, then get on your knees beside it and whisper "Shamama mama heal!!!" to the wall eleven times, then shout it three times quickly.

Unfortunately the high content of nitrogen in the urine might make the houseplant flourish and you'll then be asked to do the same thing to the patient.

[Angrboda]

There are things you can say instead of "I'm praying for you" that are just as supportive and comforting. Saying you're wishing someone the best, or they're in your thoughts can be just as effective without having to tell a lie.

[Crossless2.0]

Building a wicker man, you say? This might be a good time to point out that I am neither a Christian nor a virgin, and I would bang the shit out of any hot pagan chick who insisted on seducing me. Find another sacrificial victim.

He protests too much, methinks....

I'm not a virgin. I'm not! I'm not! And I would soooooo have sex with a pagan girl!

[shouts upstairs]: Ma, there's a doctor lady online making fun of me! And I want a sandwich!

[Wyrd of Gawd]

A dear friend of mine just posted on FB that her mother has had a stroke and the treatment they want to use on her could potentially be fatal if not administered flawlessly. Yesterday was the one-year anniversary of her father's death. This woman is not emotionally in a place to cope with the death of her other parent. Her post said, "I urgently need prayers for my momma!" I lied and said I'd pray, because for someone reason in a sea of, "praying!" comments I just couldn't bear the thought of being the lone, "positive thoughts!" but I also didn't want to say nothing either, because she's my friend.

I've seen a lot of people die and the best thing that can happen to them is to have a quick death.

[Cephus]

I never lie about things like that, ever, to anyone.  If someone asked me to pray, I'd tell them I was an atheist, if they didn't already know, which anyone I know already does, and would give them my best wishes.  Lying to people, just to make them feel good, is just providing false hope.