While I appreciate Brenda Hammond's good intentions (Speak Out, April 30), she cannot even begin to imagine the pain that the photos of Every 15 Minutes caused to those of us who knew and loved Nicola or Eleanor or Jeff. It reminded us in the most graphic way exactly what happened to our beloved children. I appreciate that students need to be reminded of what can happen, but that should not get in the way of compassion and caring. Thank you for reading this and caring. I am happy to talk directly to anyone who feels the need to. I can be found in the school directory—Laura Rooke (Nicola's mom).

—Laura Rooke, Via Grande Drive