Every once in a while a story inspires me. And I don't mean the regular every day kind of inspiration, I mean the really big kind. The kind that makes your chest swell; that makes you shake with excitement and pride. The kind that flushes out any doubts or fears that may be consuming you. The kind that gives you the confidence and hope to believe that anything really is possible.
Sometimes it's a movie that gets me. Sometimes it's a poem or a news artcle. While the general theme of the stories may differ, the one thing that they all have in common is a character that acts remarkably, and not surprisingly with the values that I hold closest to my heart. They have a giving nature, are prone to self sacrifice and always make the right (tough) decision.
This past weekend I found inspiration by means of a phone call: Justin Jude was named Oregon's Best Singer/Songwriter 2007 at the bite of Portland. When I first met Justin, he was beginning his quest to break into the Portland music scene. He played gigs in noisy cafes and empty coffee shops just trying to be heard. In the three years since then, he has not only been heard, he has started gaining recognition for his musical talents.
Justin is the gold standard of remarkable people from my perspective. He is thoughtful, compassionate, genuine and a devoted friend. It makes my heart swell with happiness to know that good fortune is deservedly headed his way.
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