What does it mean to really come full circle? Does it mean that you realize your meaning/your calling/your vocation? Does it mean that you are in a position of leadership or authority after having been on the other side? Does it mean that you are coming around to realizing things that you haven’t seen before? …
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My name is Justin Graves. I am a 20-something young professional based between the Washington, D.C. metro area and Blacksburg, Virginia. I thank you for visiting this journal about my life: what I learn, who I love, what I am passionate about, what I eat, and who I impact. | Ut Prosim | Go Hokies! | Life is all about what you have done for other people.
Reflections on Easter
** DISCLAIMER: This post is a rarity. It’s one about religion. As noted, the purpose of this blog is to not only spread good news and recipes but also to be a journal that I can look back on and say, “Wow. I’ve changed.” My definition of my own religion is one that is changing …
Nothing like saying thank you.
On campus, one of my favorite places to eat is Au Bon Pain. They serve bagels, coffee, salads – on tours, I call it “Starbucks on Steroids” for those who aren’t familiar with the chain. As part of my mission to meet one new person everyday, I always try to write something witty on my …
FACT!
After what I would absolutely positively categorize under “challenging conversations” on a day like today, a good friend shared the following quote that just resonated strongly, so I wanted to share it before I head to bed. “The art of engaging in challenging conversations in just that…an art. Not everyone can do it tactfully.”
This is college. What a grade!!
I’m working on organizing some artifacts from the first eight weeks of the semester. It’s officially the half way point, and it’s a tradition of mine). This was, legitimately, some feedback that a professor gave me on an assignment earlier this semester, and I just now noticed it!
SV to BB.
This week has been one word: stressful. So much e-mail, so many projects, and…I didn’t even have that much class! I’ve definitely been all over the place and not able to provide as much attention to…just about anything, that I’ve actually wanted to. After this weekend things should definitely calm down. BUT, right now, I’m …
Sarah Sitting Down is very quotable.
After writing Sarah to praise her blog, she shot back with one of the best e-mails I’ve ever received. Sarah, thank you for your beautifully accurate words of wisdom. Also, thank you for your more than kind words pertaining to my post about Kate. It is so nice to hear how connected we all are …
Thanks, btypes.
Cilantro pesto. Are you freaking KIDDING me? With SALMON!?!? We just had to try this. We are about to head out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day a little bit early, but before we head out dinner is a must. Tonight, we are borrowing a recipe from a good friend. This was a “Woodland Salmon” recipe …