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Mom she knows was loving, attentive

I have spent a lot of time around Bonnie Desmond and her son Noah at my home. She is a good friend of my daughter’s and they met while attending a Christian grade school together. They attended Everett Community College together this past quarter. My daughter has known her for 12 years. I have watched Bonnie as a mother and she was very loving and attentive.

I truly believe in my heart that Bonnie would never do anything to intentionally harm or hurt Noah. It is totally ridiculous that she is behind bars. After such a horrible tragedy she needs to be grieving with those who love her. This loss has got to be so extremely painful for her. She is of no risk to society and this is a total waste of taxpayer’s money! My heart goes out for Bonnie, Justin and their loved ones.

Laura Burton Everett

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