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By Stefanie Cepuran, SOS Outreach Trip Participant, Ovejeria Larama, Bolivia, May 2015<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Do not take anything for granted. EVER.
\n\u00b7 Why complain?
\n\u00b7 Smiles, laughs and sports will always be universal.
\n\u00b7 Presence > Presents. Always.
\n\u00b7 You can have fun without Wi-Fi and electronics.
\n\u00b7 Chase your dreams- first for yourself and second for those who won\u2019t have opportunities to chase theirs.
\n\u00b7 Education is a privilege. Do not waste it.
\n\u00b7 The world is so small, yet so big.
\n\u00b7 We are all so small in the grand scheme of things, make the MOST of your life, you only have one.
\n\u00b7 Don\u2019t be afraid to try new food when in a new culture- what are the chances you\u2019ll be there again?
\n\u00b7 Always have an open mind and a positive attitude.
\n\u00b7 Old friends are a blessing, and new friends can be inexplicably amazing.
\n\u00b7 Hard work always pays off.
\n\u00b7 You can get to another continent in the same time you can binge watch a TV show- go do something productive.
\n\u00b7 It\u2019s great to capture moments in pictures but never forget to stop to take mental pictures as well.
\n\u00b7 Family is so important. Never stop telling them you love them.
\n\u00b7 Just breathe. Life could be worse.
\n\u00b7 One simple gesture can change another person’s life.
\n\u00b7 Never underestimate anything or yourself.
\n\u00b7 First impressions are not always 100% accurate. Never lose out on the opportunity to meet and get to know someone wonderful.
\n\u00b7 Age is a number and that\u2019s it.
\n\u00b7 If you have an idea and believe in it, go pursue it! That idea may be a movement that will positively impact the world.
\n\u00b7 Life has so much beauty to offer if we just open up our eyes every once in a while.
\n\u00b7 Never complain about a shower or \u201cfeeling dirty\/greasy\u201d; many people go without them.
\n\u00b7 Feel everything with your heart, it is so rewarding.
\n\u00b7 Take chances. If you are ever debating doing something or going somewhere, do it.
\n\u00b7 You can always interact somehow, regardless of language.
\n\u00b7 You can learn just as much from an adult as you can from a 2 year old.
\n\u00b7 WHY GO THROUGH LIFE OVERLY SERIOUS?! HAVE FUN!
\n\u00b7 Go into every opportunity with minimal expectations. Life is full of surprises and you never want to be disappointed because of a picture you painted for yourself.
\n\u00b7 You never know someone\u2019s story or why they are the way they are.
\n\u00b7 You can have a positive impact on someone\u2019s life without knowing it.
\n\u00b7 Without pollution and commercial buildings, the sky is so blue and full of stars at night.
\n\u00b7 Even if something doesn\u2019t go your way, stay positive! You might still have fun in that situation.
\n\u00b7 Don\u2019t ever stay too closed off. Heart to heart conversations are genuinely worth it every once in a while.
\n\u00b7 Crying is not a sign of weakness; it shows how much something means to you.
\n\u00b7 Even if you are sick or injured, you can still accomplish a lot and make a positive impact on someone else.
\n\u00b7 Laugh as much as you can, everyone can join in.
\n\u00b7 You can look up to someone younger than you.
\n\u00b7 You can get to know people very well in 16 days. My SOS Family is incredible and I will never forget them.
\n\u00b7 Always keep things in perspective.
\n\u00b7 Sing and dance! It is great for you and can help make others smile.
\n\u00b7 Never forget the faces of people you encounter. You meet everyone for a reason.
\n\u00b7 Share your stories no matter how embarrassing! Make someone\u2019s day.
\n\u00b7 Get up and do something.
\n\u00b7 Face to face bonding is so much better and will last longer than bonding through texting.
\n\u00b7 If you look closely, you may see someone who is a lot like you.
\n\u00b7 Don\u2019t plan too far ahead, enjoy day by day.
\n\u00b7 Life goes by in the blink of an eye. Please sit back, capture and feel every minute.
\n\u00b7 It\u2019s always a good idea to tell someone something you like about them. It can make them feel really good about themselves.
\n\u00b7 Hold on to your memories and don\u2019t sweat the small things.
\n\u00b7 Be grateful for everything. And I mean everything.<\/p>\n

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By Stefanie Cepuran, SOS Outreach Trip Participant, Ovejeria Larama, Bolivia, May 2015 \u00b7 Do not take anything for granted. EVER. \u00b7 Why complain? \u00b7 Smiles, laughs and sports will always be universal. \u00b7 Presence > Presents. Always. \u00b7 You can have fun without Wi-Fi and electronics. \u00b7 Chase your dreams- first for yourself and second …<\/p>\n

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