Our grandparents had lived in a world different from what we grew in. Through the years, they had witnessed how the world progressed and changed as technology, tools, and methods of doing world had met different advancements to meet the increasing demand for modernization and other types of changes in different industries. They were the ones that had seen many battles of heroes who had fallen and some who had lived to tell the tale. They had been through something similar to what we are encountering at present. They are the world's live book of wisdom. They know a lot of tricks to get us to survive the challenges of life that are often not found in many publications. 

For Latino families, many grandchildren are lucky enough to grow up with their grandparents in their home. That is why many Latino families get wisdom from their grandparents who helped their parents raise them. 

For a lot of people, the wisdom shared by their grandparents had helped them survive the challenges of real life.

Here are some lines from our well-loved Latina grandmothers that may bring back memories from childhood:

No le busques cinco patas al gato or Do not look for five paws on the cat.

You may have heard this phrase from your Abuela some point in your life. According to an article, this phrase means that people should not look for excuses that are inexistent. It means that people should not be hindered by the thought of something that has not occurred yet or whether it will occur at all. This advice may have lifted your spirits as a child when you felt down or scared of something. 

Agua que no has de beber, déjala corer or Do not let the water you will be drinking run. 

Our abuelas know a thing or two about relationships and it does not only include those with boyfriends and girlfriends. It also applies to the relationship with families, friends, and co-workers. 

Another wise advice from our abuelas is to let others do their thing as you do your own. Intruding into someone's life and influencing their decisions without their concerns is not a good way to help yourself and that person. Wait for them to ask you, then you can intrude. Also, this advice helps you avoid conflicting situations with anyone. Well-raised grandchildren should be using as they enter adulthood. 

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Dando y dando, Pajarito volando or You keep on giving but the bird is already fleeing. 

This important saying from our Abuela teaches us to honor agreements and promises. Also, it teaches everyone to not only take but also give or help others. If someone helps you, it is good to return the favor. It is a good lesson to learn as a kid because when you grow up, you get to apply this lesson by honoring your contracts and promises to families and friends. Those who may remember this saying from their Latina grandmothers may be smiling and recalling the good memories of childhood with their grandparents.