One of my inspirations is my brother, Christian. My brother has special needs from brain damage, but no matter what he is always been there for me. He is why I to try to do my best each and every day. Because some people can't do things I can do. So when things get tough, I think of my brother, and how he inspires me; and is there for me through good and bad. Thanks Christian!!

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

My coaches are also an inspiration to me because they have helped me overcome a lot this last year with them through time and patience. They have helped me become confident in myself in the gym and at competitions! Thank you Valeri and Natalya!!

"When I stand before GOD at the end of my life I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left and could say I used every thing you gave me," Erma Bombeck

My other inspirations are my teammates Nastia Liukin, Rebecca Bross, and Ivana Hong! They inspire me to do my best everyday and help me through rough times with these few words "You can do it!" As I get older and grow in this sport I want to be more and more like them!

Grace with Valeri Liukin at the 2009 WOGA Classic

Grace and her teammates are Nastia's supporters!