Gratitude Focus: I’m grateful for meaningful conversation with strangers.

Written by Orvin Kimbrough | May 30, 2026

Reflection/Why I’m Grateful:

 While picking up takeout, I chatted with a long-time island resident who voiced frustration with the tourist crowds. I shared a different view, that economic activity from visitors keeps places like this alive. He got the point, but held to his view. The exchange reminded me: community is layered, and there’s room for nuance if we’re willing to talk, and listen. 

“Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.”

— James 1:19