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I wrote a children’s book about grief because I couldn’t find one that said what needed to be said.

When a loved one dies, adults struggle to find the words. For children, it’s even harder. They feel the shift. They notice the absence. But they don’t always understand what happened or what it means for their safety.

I wanted to create something gentle but honest. Something that didn’t use confusing euphemisms, but also didn’t overwhelm young minds with fear.

So I wrote She Died. I Am Safe. / Ella Murió. Estoy a Salvo.

It’s a bilingual picture book created to help toddlers and young children process the death of someone they love. Through simple language, calming imagery, and a guided breathing exercise, it reassures children that while someone has died, they are still safe, cared for, and loved.

This project is deeply personal to me. Grief has touched my life, like it has for so many others. Writing this book was both healing and purposeful. My hope is that it helps families start conversations that feel impossible to begin.

If you’re supporting a grieving child, please know you’re not alone. And if this book can be a tool in your healing toolbox, I’m grateful.

You can learn more about the book here: a.co/d/05MIDfYT

Thank you for holding space for stories like this.

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