I've learned -
that my best friend and I can do anything　or nothing and have the best time.

I've learned -
that sometimes the people you expect　to kick you when you're down　will be the ones to help you get back up.

I've learned -
that sometimes when I'm angry　I have the right to be angry,　but that doesn't give me　the right to be cruel.

I've learned -
that true friendship continues to grow,　even over the longest distance.
Same goes for true love.

I've learned -
that just because someone doesn't love you　the way you want them to doesn't mean　they don't love you with all they have.

I've learned -
that maturity has more to do with　what types of experiences you've had　and what you've learned from them　and less to do with how many　birthdays you've celebrated.

I've learned -
that you should never tell a child　their dreams are unlikely or outlandish.
Few things are more humiliating, and　what a tragedy it would be　if they believed it.

I've learned -
that your family won't always　be there for you. It may seem funny,　but people you aren't related to　can take care of you and love you　and teach you to trust people again.
Families aren't biological.

I've learned -
that no matter how good a friend is,　they're going to hurt you　every once in a while　and you must forgive them for that.

I've learned -
that it isn't always enough　to be forgiven by others.
Sometimes you have to learn　to forgive yourself.