Lying for a Good Cause: Wholesome Secrets People Keep from Their Loved Ones

The following is a really sweet story about someone who has found an anonymous way to help her aunt, who is really struggling financially. The writer might not think that $50 seems like much, but I have no doubt that to her aunt, it makes all the difference in the world.

I’m a little baffled by her irritation that her teenage cousins don’t contribute to the household finances, but maybe they are 19 rather than 13. In that case, they are never going to start contributing until their mother starts setting boundaries and expectations. Until then, it’s nice that the niece is able to help.