A family attended a charity hockey event last week in Minnesota and signed up for the chance to make a long-distance shot and win $50,000. Both twin brothers signed up but when brother Nick's name was called and he was outside, Nate stepped up to take his place, unbeknownst to the event organizers.
After Nate made the shot, the father, who had originally suggested Nate step in, had second thoughts about claiming the prize money. He told those in charge about the lie. Odds On Promotions, the insurance carrier for the charity event, has not made a statement saying if the family will get the money or not.
I know that some of you will let greed get the better of you and speak ill of this father, saying How could he blow an opportunity like that? I have to say, I commend him. He made a poor choice by prompting his son to lie and claim to be his brother but he ultimately did the right thing and set the right example for his children. The lesson for children is if it doesn't sit right in your heart, it isn't right. The father knew he couldn't accept the prize money knowing the family had been dishonest. It was a small lie, one that no one would have ever uncovered but he came clean, and for that, I applaud him.
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Tutor's Tip: $50,000 is a lot of money but teaching your children to lie is a costly mistake. Honesty will always be the best policy!
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