Grit

shreds and feasted upon his dismembered limbs. Just stiffened. At last, she spoke. “The Lord of Jareth proves himself worthy, again. A shame, a pity, with revenge so necessary. No matter, our bargain is honored, the Queen will assist. Grit and caution, caution and grit--low, heed, and embody…

There is a certain type of dedication that a 13 year old girl has for a band full of cute boys that she wants to marry. The excitement only builds when the concert is announced, and finalized when a white t-shirt is decorated with the last name of the cutest member written on the back like a jersey. April 11th 2014, the date circled in the Glee Calendar was fast approaching; in fact, the story starts the very afternoon before the concert. Churchill P.E class, the least athletic but…

connections while persevering through tough times or when facing seemingly insurmountable odds. In the same way, the Bee the Swarm team will certainly face its share of obstacles throughout the semester. Though it will ultimately take one’s personal grit to overcome said obstacles, an accountability partner can help point out blind spots within one’s…

neglect began in her eighth month, when her mother had no choice but to leave her in an inhospitable daycare to gain employment after being abandoned by her husband. Emily’s ability in overcoming her disadvantages is a testament to her resilience and grit in finding her niche in life, comedy. Attachment is the bond between a caregiver and child that comprises of the exchange of comfort, care and pleasure. This bond is believed to be biologically driven, instinctual and a basic component of human…

bulgur, couscous, wheat berries, oats, rye berries, brown flax, pearl quinoa, red quinoa, millet, buckwheat, amaranth, while popcorn, yellow popcorn, farro, barley, spelt, brown rice, cornstarch, corn meal, corn flakes, chia, multigrain cereal, corn grits, sorghum, teff, multigrain infant cereal. Milk samples (n=5) included: cow’s milk (fat free, low fat (1%), reduced fat (2%), and whole milk), and goat’s milk. Samples of livestock feed used for cows and pigs on a Rutgers University farm were…

As the leaves began to wither in the fall of 1969, Hassan turned 6. He was hugging Baba securing, slowing burying his face into Baba’s chest. I can see Amir jan, masking behind the velvet curtain beyond the kitchen door, stealing envious looks at Hassan. Maybe it is time to finally tell Hassan and Amir jan. Baba and I quietly exited the living room and we entered his study. As I pulled back on the black leather chair, I saw Baba stuff his pipe with tobacco. Baba began to close the door when Amir…

In Ten Days in a Mad-House the author Nellie Bly took an undercover journalist assignment to pretend to be insane to investigate reports of brutality and neglect at an insane asylum. Nellie Bly convinced the doctors who examined her that she was insane. Nellie Bly experienced the hospitals horrible conditions firsthand: spoiled food; the patients being mistreated and abused; unclean and unsanitary conditions. Throughout history, there have been drastic changes in how mentally ill patients are…

most of my time. Albeit my mother taught me the most vital things needed to get through life, she couldn’t give me everything I needed to know in the palm of my hand. Through these programs and the people and friends I met, I learned things like true grit, maturity, compassion and empathy, and more; something the education system couldn’t teach…

months after declaring war on Japan, Americans fought in one of the most decisive naval battles of World War II (Prados, 2009). Yet many Americans are unaware of this significant battle. It was a battle fought with guts, endurance, preservation, and grit; one that truly deserves to be recognized. Between June 4th and June 6th 1942 American soldiers fought the Japanese in a naval battle that changed the course of history; The Battle of Midway.…

appreciate how fortunate I am, and most importantly know that I can be a positive influence in someone’s life. Working with Victor and the children of the Hogar was an eye-opening experience. As I reflect on their resolve, I know I have the courage and grit to face any hurdle that enters my path. They have shown me the importance of pushing yourself to the limit. I know that if they can persevere, so can…