Forgiven, But Not Forgiving?

Would you rather punish those who hurt you than forgive them?

I struggled with angry and hurt feelings toward a group of people with whom I had engaged in conflict for what seemed like the hundredth time that week. My prayer scenario went something like this:Me: Lord, they did it again. Do they lie awake at night thinking up ways to torment me? Of course, I know I'm not perfect. Please forgive me for my part