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The Grit & Grace Manifesto  


We believe Black Lives Matter. 

We believe strong women are made of Grit and Grace.

We believe every day is Earth Day. 

We believe a Grateful Heart is a Magnet for Miracles. 

We believe in strong coffee and deep belly laughs. 

We believe the first crisp Fall day in Charleston is heaven on earth. 

We believe the journey is the destination. 

We believe empowered women empower women.  

We believe, “When you want something all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” - Paulo Coelho 

We believe where there is tea there is hope. 

We believe Grit makes Pearls.

We believe, "Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and to everything." - Plato

We believe we cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.

We believe you should do what makes you feel ALIVE.

We believe if you light a candle for someone else, it will also brighten your path. 

We believe the World is your Oyster. 

Above all else, we believe, “The highest purpose of art is to inspire.” -Bob Dylan