Answer:
I contain six letters minus one and you got twelve.
I am a tale in childrens' minds. Though an illusion, I occur every night. I give them a fantasy, I give them a fright. What am I?
So simple, that I can only point. Yet I guide men all over the world.
I am a shiny metal sheet that covers BBQ food.
I am enjoyed by some despised by others. Some take me for granted some treasure me like a gift. I last forever unless you break me first.
Keep doing me to avoid lens dryness