We have all made mistakes. That is human nature. That you did not realize it before makes it even more forgivable--especially if you can make an effort to serve others and find ways to help yourself. I have many, many regrets and most of them I completely forgive but there are a few that haunt me periodically. They haunt me because I cannot take back the consequences of my actions (neither can your parents or ancestors) but if I can work towards doing good everyday then I will not add to my regrets and I will eventually start dwelling more on what is good. Keep trying Gasplessy!