Publisher's Synopsis
This isn't a rags-to-riches story. It's a rise from quiet grit.
Grit and Grace - Grow with the Flow is the deeply personal memoir of Rafael John Cruz, a father, husband, and entrepreneur who built his life from the ground up-one mussel, one customer, one quiet act of courage at a time.
From early mornings at his grandmother's carinderia to late nights running a family-owned minimart, Raf shares raw memories of heartbreak, resilience, first love, betrayal, and rebuilding. This isn't just about survival-it's about soft victories, fatherhood, and the quiet power of showing up even when you feel invisible.
Blending Filipino spirit with universal struggles, this memoir speaks to anyone who's ever felt unseen... but kept going anyway.
Because sometimes, the greatest success stories begin with silence, not applause.
