Stacey Siwek SassineCaterpillars Can't Talk was brought to publication by Stacey Siwek Sassine as a tribute to her mother, Kris, who had lived every day of her life with purpose and passion. Stacey lives in Cary, Illinois, with her husband and three teenaged daughters. fter years of struggling to find purpose surrounding the death of her own mother - the author and illustrator of this beautiful book - Stacey founded One Million Monarchs, a not-for-profit organization with a mission to bring comfort, safety and peace to teenagers and their families who are grieving the loss of a parent, sibling or close friend. With the vision that We Grow Through What We Go Through, Stacey's goal is to help teens stay on track toward their personal goals after a profound grief experience. After all, What You Are Never Stops. Read More Read Less