Community matters. We build community in so many ways; as family, coworkers, neighbors, people we associate with through organizations- especially through religion. When we went to the Greensboro Curb Market on Yanceyville yesterday, we learned that Scott Faber had died.  He was such a nice man who was at the market every week for years. He had so many talents, including hanging dry wall, woodworking, gardening, and more. He will be missed by his his family, friends, co-vendors, customers, and all who knew him. Also remembered on the above table is Jim Melvin, who served the Greensboro community in so many ways, including during his time at the Bryan Foundation and his ten years as Greensboro’s mayor.

We learned that Shirley, who is a second generation vendor at the market, is responsible for this display, which includes cards to be given to their respective family members. Even if you don’t know her by name, you have likely purchased a bouquet of flowers from Shirley, or from her mother. The bouquets  are very reasonably priced and arranged so creatively. Indeed, these vendors are community and support each other in difficult times.

May we all have our respective communities that not only lift us up, but give each of us an opportunity to provide support when they need it.  Thank you Greensboro Curb Market. Shopping there is so much more than transactional; truly, it is a time to build relationships for vendors and customers alike. May the Greensboro families of Scott Faber and Jim Melvin know that they are missed.