It’s been a rough couple of days for family, friends, and fans of Michael Jackson coming to grips with his sudden loss. I have to admit that I am one of those people having a hard time with it wondering if it really happened or not. Joseph Jackson, Michael’s father, has released an official statement that even I can find comfort in. And I hope that for other’s it can do the same thing.

“In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter. Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon. It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point, where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times.

We miss Michael endlessly, our pain cannot be described in words. But Michael would not want us to give up now. So we want to thank all of his faithful supporters and loyal fans worldwide, you – who Michael loved so much. Please do not despair, because Michael will continue to live on in each and every one of you. Continue to spread his message, because that is what he would want you to do. Carry on, so his legacy will live forever.”

It’s comforting to know that we aren’t alone in our grief.

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