Art by Michelle

Updated October 8,2007

Dear Family and Friends (old and new),

I do apologise for the tardiness in this update as Michelle and our family have had to take some time to start the healing process.

We are truly greatful for your continued support and kindness through this very difficult, life changing event. The cards and letters, positive and negative, have helped us immensely in an attempt to stay grounded and true to what we feel is just.

This accident, which from the beginning, placed Michelle in an already vulnerable, public position, was made much worse by the need of some individuals to distance themselves from ever being in her position. It is far easier to place blame elsewhere, then to attempt, even for a moment, to imagine it was one of us, on that road that night.

Things are not always black and white though and Michelle, along with all of the others involved, had no way of knowing how their actions that night, would ultimately contribute to the outcome.

Michelle has taken, and will continue for the rest of her life, to take responsibility for her actions that night. She, and we, her family, will attempt to go on with our very changed lives, knowing this.

We continue to hope that Tyler, Nikko and any other individuals involved, continue to heal Physically and Emotionally. We hope they can find some peace, and that they are able to live their lives knowing the blessings that they possess.

We will keep this line of communication open, and anyone that would like to state an opinion (positive or negative), voice support, ask a question etc... please leave your e-mail address, so that we can respond in kind.

Thank-you all, for your kindness,

Ya’sus, (Bless us all)

The Berra Family