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Saturday, March 12, 2011

In Japan, Not All Can be Swept Away

Working for a company that provides peace of mind to thousands of people nationwide, it's always disturbing to witness or experience an event in which the devastation is beyond our control. Seeing the infrastructure of a country--and all of the elements of the lives within it--washed away like toys in a bathtub, only brings this point home.

Yet, despite all the physical damage, the stories that will ultimately rise to the top are the personal ones, in which family members lament the loss of loved ones or rejoice in reunion. This also tells us something: that the connections we make--not our properties, salaries, experience or accomplishments--are our true value, and cannot be dissolved by disaster.

The Guidepoint family sends its heartfelt thoughts and prayers to those affected by the tragedy in Japan. And as we all hope for news of more lives saved and a full recovery, let's also hug our loved ones and tell them how much they mean to us.

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