Restaurant Review

With all the great restaurants located in Athens, I am making an active attempt at visiting as many as I can. I will share my experience with you guys so that you don't miss out on some great places!

Graze Burgers

Located in the Bottleworks on Prince Ave.

Address: 227 Prince Ave. Athens, GA 30601

Phone: (706) 543-5514

Hours: Sun-Thurs 11a-9p; Fri-Say 11a-10p

 I went here on a Friday night with a group of friends. This place is known for its wide selection of meat choices (Elk, Venison, Alligator to name a few) in mini burger forms. The mini burger (3oz) is a great way to try several meats at once, but is too small to be considered a meal. When we went (6:30), it was busy but not so busy that you couldn't get a table for 6. The one draw back is they didn't renew their liquor licence, so no adult beverages. Amongst our group, we tried several of the premium and exotic meats.

Gator - wasn't well received due to the onions mixed in. The member of our group who had tried gator before  thought the previous gator was much better.

Bison - tasted like a regular burger.

Elk - really moist and juicy, worth the money!

Tuna - a bit dry and lacking in flavor.

Duck - tasted like a regular burger.

Overall, the place had a nice atmosphere, but the exotic meats were not worth the money in burger form. The curly fries and onion rings were great and the Cobb salad with ranch dressing was very delicious. This place is a nice relaxing place to grab a small burger or salad, but don't expect to be blown away by the meats.

New Haircut

I just recently cut off around 6 inches of my hair into this short bob. After a few days of getting used to my new short hair (my hair has been around my shoulders since high school), I actually really like it. Now I am exploring new ways to style it.

Publish Post

Changes to HOPE Scholarship

The AJC revealed the proposed changes to the Georgia HOPE scholarship in their article Drastic Cuts Unveiled for HOPE, pre-K. I have been a supporter of the HOPE scholarship and the opportunites it offers high school students in Georgia who might not have been able to attend college without it. I went to a private college so I was unable to take full advantage of it, but I have been watching the changes coming to the scholarship and I have feared that the scholarship would be removed.

These changes are changes I agree with. 90% of tutition is still a large amount and the Zell Miller scholarship will honor those who have done particularly well. This also allows the state to keep the scholarship for longer and reduces the risk of running out of money and having no funds for any HOPE scholarship at all.

What do you think?

Books I Want to Read

1. Between a Rock and a Hard Place by: Aron Ralston
I saw the movie 127 Hours after it became nominated for a best picture Oscar (I always try to see all of the best picture nominees). Typically I read the book before I see the movie, but this one will have to be in reverse :)

2. The Heart of the Matter by: Emily Giffin
I became a fan of Emily Giffin after hearing about her on a radio talk show and I have read all her other books except the latest one.

3. Committed by: Elizabeth Gilbert
I enjoyed her first book, Eat, Pray, Love. I just haven't had time to read her second edition.

4. The Evolution of Bruno Littlemore by: Benjamin Hale
This book appeals to my scientific side. I did some primate research in my undergrad days and reading a book told from the perspective of a chimpanzee is very interesting to me.

5. The Book Thief by: Markus Zusak
I stumbled upon this book after hearing about the book in number 4. It is told from several different persepectives (including Death).

6. The Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother by: Amy Chua
This book became a subject of controversy after it was released. I became interested in it because of the difference in the way Asian children are raised compared to American children and how that affects their adulthood.

President's Day Sale Purchase

Worthington Asymmetrical Pleat Skirt Black Crossdye
(Originally $36.00, on sale for $14.40, final price $12.24)

East 5th Top Stitch Gore Skirt Classic Taupe
 (Originally $36.00, on sale for $14.40, final price, $12.24)

I am looking forward to starting my new postdoc job next month. As part of that, I wanted to dress a little bit more mature so I bought these two skirts yesterday as part of the President's Day sale at JC Penny. What do you think?

Shoes I am Coveting

Christian Siriano for Payless 

Satin Kimono Flat - $34.99

I am in love with the Christian Siriano collection for Payless and these super cute flats are no exception. The peep toe is perfect for spring and the flats will not hurt my feet all day at work.

OId Navy Spring Wishlist

1. Ruffled Gauze Top (available in other colors) $22.50
2. Eyelet Trimmed Belted Top (available in other colors) $14.50
3. Linen Blend Sundress (available in Pink as well) $29.50
4. Cross Front Babydoll (available in other colors) $19.50
5. Mixed Media Fashion Necklace (available in other colors) $14.50
6. Beaded Fashion Necklace (available in other colors) $16.50
7. Espadrille Wedge Sandals (available in other colors) $29.50
8. Stretch Waist Belt (available in Brown as well) $16.50