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I've learned - that sometimes you have to put the individual ahead of their actions. I've learned - that we don't have to change friends if we understand that friends change. I've learned - that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a secret. It could change your life forever. I've learned - that two people can look at the exact same thing and see something totally different. I've learned - that no matter how you try to protect your children, they will eventually get hurt and you will hurt in the process. I've learned - that there are many ways of falling and staying in love. I've learned - that no matter the consequences, those who are honest with themselves get farther in life. I've learned - that no matter how many friends you have, if you are their pillar you will feel lonely and lost at the times you need them most. I've learned - that your life can be changed in a matter of hours by people who don't even know you. I've learned - that even when you think you have no more to give, when a friend cries out to you, you will find the strength to help. I've learned - that writing, as well as talking, can ease emotional pains. I've learned - that the paradigm we live in is not all that is offered to us. I've learned - that credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being. I've learned - that the people you care most about in life are taken from you too soon. I've learned - that although the word "love" can have many different meanings, it loses value when overly used. I've learned - that it's hard to determine where to draw the line between being nice and not hurting people's feelings and standing up for what you believe. If you think you are beaten, you are; If you think you dare not, you don't; If you'd like to win, but think you'll lose, you're lost. For out in the world we find success begins with a person's faith; It's all in the state of mind. 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My kids didn't realize that they can understand 80 % &amp; speak 40% of the language.We went to the following places like Tikal, Rio Dulce, Monterico beach, Puerto Quetzal Beach and Antigua. Tikal is so beautiful, full of history and the architecture is amazing. Rio Dulce is ok. We just passed by to have lunch and plan to go back on our way home from Tikal. On the way back to Tikal, we got into a car accident. The 18th wheeler pushed us off the road when we overtake and the van hit the cement post. It&nbsp; was a scary moment to see my oldest son's head bleeding. He had total of 17 stitches (food, back of ear &amp; 2 on his head). And I hit the front&nbsp; metal frame of the chair in front of me. My left face and eye... http://lizpereda.multiply.com/journal/item/45/Family_Vacation_to_Guatemala_2007 Thu, 19 Jul 2007 01:49:25 -0000 DON'T WORRY ....WE ARE ALL OK. 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