親愛的讀者朋友們，

在一個因彼此差異而產生分歧的世界裡，善意是一種跨越國界都能理解的語言。一個簡單的慷慨舉動、一份尊重，或一份理解，都能跨越文化的差異，提醒我們身為人類所共同擁有的情感與價值。

中美之間的情誼，不僅建立於官方交流，也來自民間無數真誠而溫暖的人與人之間的連結。殷玉珍與賽考斯(Ronald Sakolsky)的故事正告訴我們：日常中的一份善意，就能搭起一座跨越國界的堅固橋樑，不因其他外在因素而輕易被摧毀。賽考斯捐給殷玉珍的5,000美元善款，最終化為五萬多棵充滿希望的樹苗，逐漸成為一片森林。他們的友誼感動了世界各地無數人的心。

這份友誼是讓我們學會傾聽、尊重彼此的差異，並看見那些將人與人連結在一起的故事。當我們以開放與善意彼此相待，就能將民族與民族之間的關係，提升為共同追求理解與和平的承諾。而本期「華人之友」專欄所介紹的霍華德．魯賓斯坦（Howard S. Rubenstein）醫生，也正是這樣一位傳遞善意、促進不同國家友誼的重要人物。

這些看似微小的善意，所產生的影響卻可以深遠。一個善意的舉動，可以開啟另一個善意之門；一段真摯的友誼，也能帶來更多跨文化的交流與理解。在這個比任何時候都更需要理解的世界裡，讓我們記住：友誼，往往就是從一件看似簡單、卻充滿力量的善意開始。

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To Our Readers

In a world often divided by differences, kindness remains a language we all understand. A simple gesture of generosity, respect, or understanding can cross cultural boundaries and remind us of what we share as human beings.

The friendship between Americans and Chinese is built not only through official exchanges and institutions, but also through countless personal connections—the story of Yin Yuzhen and Ronald Sakolsky shows us that everyday acts of kindness create bridges. His 5000.00 gift to her turned into a forest of thousands of trees.  Their story has touched the hearts and souls of millions globally.

American-Chinese friendship does not require us to be the same. It asks us to listen, to respect our differences, and to recognize the human stories that connect us. When we approach one another with openness and goodwill, friendship becomes more than a relationship between two peoples; it becomes a shared commitment to understanding and peace. Dr. Howard S. Rubenstein was such an icon of goodwill and friendship.

Kindness may seem small, but its influence is far-reaching. One kind act can inspire another, and one genuine friendship can open the door to many more. In times when the world needs greater understanding, let us remember that friendship often begins with something as simple—and as powerful—as kindness.