Sip, Savor, and Share: Meet Author and Grief Coach Michelle Butler

Navigating grief can often feel like a lonely journey, but it doesn't have to be. On Thursday, May 8th, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., The Bayou Wine Bar in Vero Beach will be hosting a heartwarming Sip 'n Sign event with Michelle C. Butler — beloved author, speaker, artist, and grief coach.

Located at 1902 14th Avenue in the downtown section of Vero Beach, The Bayou Wine Bar provides the perfect cozy, welcoming backdrop for an evening of connection, reflection, and inspiration. Guests will enjoy a special treat: wines for only $3 a glass - even lower than the usual happy hour rates - along with a beautifully arranged charcuterie board featuring luscious bites to savor.

But the real star of the evening is Michelle herself. With her radiant smile, compassionate spirit, and genuine love for people, she is ready to greet every guest, listen to their stories, and share her own. Michelle’s mission is clear: to help people move through grief with hope and healing, transforming heartache into resilience.

Michelle is the author of several powerful works, including Please Don’t Say That Sh*t!, a candid guide for supporting those who are grieving, and Befriending My Grief Monster: Navigating the Wilderness of Loss, where she offers heartfelt insights into embracing grief as part of the human experience. She recently added two journals, Please Say That Sh*t and Please Say That Too!, to her growing list of compassionate resources, providing helpful language for supporting the bereaved.

A seasoned speaker, Michelle, shares her wisdom not only through her books but also at independent living communities, grief centers, and organizations such as The Center for Spiritual Care in Vero Beach. Through her writing, her art, and her conversations, she shines a bright light for others, showing that while grief changes us, it can also deepen our capacity for love, empathy, and joy.

The Sip 'n Sign event is more than just a book signing, it’s an opportunity to experience a sense of community, to sip delicious wine, to nibble on gourmet treats, and to engage in heartfelt conversations about life, loss, and healing. Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, supporting someone who is, or simply curious to meet Michelle and learn more about her work, all are welcome.

Michelle is passionate about encouraging others to share their stories. She knows firsthand the power of simply being heard and understood, and she creates a safe space for anyone who wishes to open their heart.

Come for the wine, stay for the warmth and wisdom. You might just leave with new insights, new friends, and a renewed sense of hope.

For more about Michelle C. Butler, visit her website Harts N' Halos or find her books on Amazon:

• Please Don't Say That Sh*t!
• Befriending My Grief Monster
• Please Say That Sh*t: A Journal for Grievers
• Please Say That Too!

Mark your calendar for May 8th — this is one event you won’t want to miss!

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