How did the authors of the declaration of independence come up with the Grievances?

The grievances the authors of the Declaration of Independence came up with were some of the most important issues to colonists in the 18th century.

For example, arguably the largest issue of the time was being taxed without consent or representation, which is listed in the Declaration as;

"For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent"

it's a secular holiday. it is and was a custom developed to recognize the ending of a time and a wish for a good future. the kind of kiss you exchange, if you are single, is intended to predict what kind of year you will have in the coming year.

it is saying good bye to the last year with all its ups and downs, and hello to the new year, with all its hopes and dreams.