Why is it important to be honest?

I wouldn't say there is a time to lie a little but everyone has done and everybody will do it a lot.  I think it's extra important to tell the truth is if it's an very important thing that you have to be honest about something that wouldn't hurt another.  I think I lie about 15 to 20 times a week.  I generally lie to my parents because if I don't then I would be in trouble all the time.  Well yes, but sometimes you just got to do what you have to do.