This was a good read. I liked the part where you posed the question that we might lose something chasing after retribution. I have found people who can be gracious even after having been offended, to be people of great character and strength. I have been having a challenging time over the last several years. One of the things that has allowed me to endure has been the kindness shown to me by God's children. We never know what someone is going through. Simply by showing them kindness we can strengthen and encourage for the journey that they are on. I tell others "while I can not run your race for you, I can run it with you."
Include my profile in the list, because I do or want to be part of all this with all of you!