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    The Dog, the Rabies, and the Lie

    This is a story about the time of our lives when we LEARN how to lie. As soon as many kids get old enough to get in trouble, they're going to try and lie to get out of it. That said, the kid in this story is notable to the lengths he will go, the confusion he will cause, and the pain he will endure, just to stay out of trouble.

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    By Bob Carlson • Mar 16, 2015 • 1 min read

    The story is told by Leland Pobirs and Herma Pobirs. It was produced by Elyssa Dudley and Alana Rinicella.

    Leland at 10 years old, a kid who could lie and would not crack.

    Courtesy of Elyssa Dudley

    Leland and his mother

    Courtesy of Elyssa Dudley

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