In this episode, Clint Davis interviews Grace Ann Blake, a successful salon owner and community advocate. Grace shares her journey from a challenging childhood marked by instability and loss to finding her passion in hairdressing and ultimately opening Avalon Salon. She discusses the profound impact of her mother's passing on her life choices, her commitment to helping others, and the importance of emotional connection in her work. Grace emphasizes the significance of authenticity, resilience, and the healing power of touch in her interactions with clients and employees. In this conversation, Grace Anne shares her journey of personal growth, community involvement, and political engagement. She discusses the importance of trust and authenticity in relationships, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her motivations for becoming a Caddo parish commissioner. Throughout the dialogue, Grace Anne emphasizes the significance of empowerment through adversity and the need for common sense in politics, while also reflecting on the impact of her past experiences on her current values and actions.
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