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title: "Gratitude Focus: I am Grateful For Patience"
description: Discover the power of patience through a personal travel experience. Embrace gratitude, resilience, and actionable insights for personal growth.
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# [Gratitude Focus: I am Grateful For Patience](https://orvinkimbrough.com/blog/gratitude-focus-i-am-grateful-for-patience)

 Written by [Orvin Kimbrough](https://orvinkimbrough.com/blog/author/orvin-kimbrough) | May 29, 2026

### ****Reflection/Why I’m Grateful:****

 This morning, I got up early and had a car scheduled to pick me up at 4:45 AM. The car is never late, yet at 4:50, it still hadn’t arrived. Instead of giving in to anxiety, we simply hopped into our personal vehicle and drove to the airport. It was the more expensive option since leaving a car at the airport for multiple days adds up, but I chose to remain calm and patient, accepting whatever the day had in store.Despite the delay, we made it to the airport with enough time to grab Starbucks—a rare luxury for me, as I usually make my own coffee at home. That simple act made me realize how much I’ve saved over time by brewing my own coffee instead of buying it daily!

 

 

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