Grief Is an Origami Swan

<p><strong><em>Grief Is an Origami Swan</em></strong> is a tender illustrated guide to navigating loss through the simple ritual of folding a paper swan. Using black-and-white botanical drawings pressed flowers and step-by-step instructions suitable for complete beginners artist Michèle Saint-Michel offers a meditative practice for honoring those who have passed. <strong>Each fold becomes an invitation to pause reflect and allow grief to move through the body.</strong></p><p>Created after the passing of her father the book was first made in a small log cabin near the Missouri River where Saint-Michel pressed flowers between pages and explored how grief reshapes a life from the inside out. <strong>This 5-year anniversary edition continues to serve as a companion for readers seeking healing comfort and quiet rituals during bereavement.</strong></p><p>Part art book part memorial practice <strong><em>Grief is an Origami Swan</em> has been shared widely among those who want a gentle way to process grief whether through hands-on activity reflective imagery or a simple meaningful gesture made in memory of someone loved. </strong>Ideal for individuals families support groups or as a thoughtful gift for anyone experiencing loss.</p>