I've Learned . . .

There are wonderful people all over the world.

I've learned . . .

You don't have to speak the same language to communicate with someone.

I've learned . . .

We have so much more in common with people than we realize at first blush.

I've learned . . .

The US doesn't have a monopoly on red tape.

I've learned . . .

That religion can be scary, but relationships break the barriers.

I've learned . . .

That a smile is universal.

I've learned . . .

That connections matter.  Not for what someone can do for you, but connecting because they matter.

I've learned . . .

That solitude doesn't equal loneliness.

I've learned . . .

To let go of the hurt, and move on.

I've learned . . .

How little I know.