Girls with Grace
<span lang="EN"><p>Gracemarie hales from an Italian, Irish, Catholic family of TEN!! She may only stand 5’2†but she is petite, powerful, and perky! When Gracemarie enters a room it lights up. People gravitate to her because of her illuminating presence and the ability to make you feel wonderful about yourself. She is a true humanitarian for which she won the “Amy McNutt Humanitarian Award†in college. </p> <p> One of her favorite sayings is: “Life’s a banquet and most poor sons of bitches are starving to death!†She wants to find the magic in the day and the joy in situations that may seem challenging. It is important to have integrity, morals and values and to always be sharpening your brain. This is why she started “Girls with Graceâ€, a 101 to social graces. </p> <p>Gracemarie loves the 1940's & 50's. She loves old movies, and the arts. She is a bit of a romantic! As for music, she enjoys pretty much anything. Even some rap!</p> <p> Gracemarie has danced with some Ballet companies, as well as, The Los Angeles Opera and has worked in several T.V. , Films, and Plays. She accredits her parents for lighting the flame for culture and giving her the opportunity to experience her passion for the Fine Arts.</p> <p> Some of Gracemarie’s hobbies include tennis, surfing, skiing ,watching sporting events, and hiking. She loves baking and cooking and hosting cocktail parties. You never know what fascinating people will attend! </p> <p> Gracemarie is a lover of people and animals. She says her Alaskan Malamute part wolf, Max, is the best part of her. She feels people tend to put too much value on outer beauty and age; but says that we are not attracted to a number; but rather an energy, a soul!</p> <p> It is her belief we should treat ourselves with respect and dignity so that we can treat others the same. She encourages everyone “to make a commitment to yourself to live your authentic selves. It is never to late. Dare to be different, to be the example, a mentor. To live in the strength of truth, because the truth will set you free and the truth always prevails. </p> <p>Life is an adventure walk. Find the joy and magic on the way; always shining your light brightly!†</p></span><br><span class="text"><font size="2">.</font></span>