Staffa

The name Staffa is a Scandinavian word meaning 'Pillar Island,' and no doubt its wonders have been known from very remote times.

Chatterbox, 1905. Various

Virgin and Child, with Saint Joseph, in Raphael's early manner, very lovely, and reminding one of the "Staffa" Madonna, at Perugia.

The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 25, November, 1859 Various

Despite the fact that it was one of my seven full days home between school and Sudan, I more than owed it to Ms. Staffa.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

All that Staffa ever asked of me in exchange for her help was that I pay it forward, so I'm trying to do that regardless of how uncomfortable it can be.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

Staffa practically dragged me onto the debate team, which I found that I loved, and constantly pushed me to try harder even when my grades were fine.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

All that Staffa ever asked of me in exchange for her help was that I pay it forward, so I'm trying to do that regardless of how uncomfortable it can be.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

Despite the fact that it was one of my seven full days home between school and Sudan, I more than owed it to Ms. Staffa.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

When it came time to apply to colleges, Staffa got me thinking about what I wanted to do and where I wanted to do it before even looking at an application.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

After all, it was only five years ago that I was in their same seats as Ms. Staffa said, some of the drawings on those desks may be my handicraft.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011

Staffa practically dragged me onto the debate team, which I found that I loved, and constantly pushed me to try harder even when my grades were fine.

Shadi Bushra: Mentorship & Motivation Shadi Bushra 2011