What a sad, poignant, but beautiful photo (2 of MJ kids)

[bookgirl]

I saw a photo of the three children earlier, but the oldest boy had dark hair, has he been dying it blond or is he now dying it dark?

Either way after Paris started crying you could see him move in to pat her. Obviously the three children are close, and no matter what MJ did or did not do he was thier father and they loved him, so they deserve to mourn him.

 

[DebbieB]

In my opinion, the one thing Michael did right was protect his children from the media. He didn't want them photographed, never mind on international tv. No matter what the child wanted, I think Michael's well known views should have been followed.

They are old enough to handle themselves in public if they want, especially the older 2. It's not normal to walk around with veils or masks over your face or keep yourself hidden. It was brave of her to step forward to speak her mind.

 

[Ohiodislover]

In my opinion, the one thing Michael did right was protect his children from the media. He didn't want them photographed, never mind on international tv. No matter what the child wanted, I think Michael's well known views should have been followed.

There have been recent pics of the kids w/ MJ, without their faces covered.

As for attending the memorial--they need closure too. And why shouldn't they hear what MJ's friends and family had to say about their dad. They needed to be there.

God Bless them

 

[merryweather20]

There have been recent pics of the kids w/ MJ, without their faces covered.

As for attending the memorial--they need closure too. And why shouldn't they hear what MJ's friends and family had to say about their dad. They needed to be there.

God Bless them

Yes, the agressive paparazzi and media certainly have managed to snag a few shots. I don't think there is any question of their fathers view on the subject.

If he only took one thing seriously in the last several years of his lfe, it was keeping his children out of the public spotlight. This should have been respected.

However the children wanted to participate, it should, of course have taken place at the family's private memorial service, not in front of a crowd of ticket holders a t the Staples Centre.

 

[Jennasis]

Poor kids. They must be so sad.

 

[TangaroaTiki]

Yes.....photo is touching indeed

 

[Ppufi]

Well, everyone can think whatever they want, but it doesn't change the fact that these kids loved their father and wanted to express that.

 

[MoniqueU]

Yes, the agressive paparazzi and media certainly have managed to snag a few shots. I don't think there is any question of their fathers view on the subject.

If he only took one thing seriously in the last several years of his lfe, it was keeping his children out of the public spotlight. This should have been respected.

However the children wanted to participate, it should, of course have taken place at the family's private memorial service, not in front of a crowd of ticket holders a t the Staples Centre.

Ok, those are nicer words then what I was thinking but yes I agree.

 

[kidzmom3]

They are old enough to handle themselves in public if they want, especially the older 2. It's not normal to walk around with veils or masks over your face or keep yourself hidden. It was brave of her to step forward to speak her mind.

I respectfully disagree, they are 12, 11 and 7. Decisions should be made by responsible adults, not children. That said, I agree she was very brave, and it was touching to see them comfort each other. They are clearly a close family and I hope that helps them to endure whatever comes next.

 

[MaryAnnDVC]

I respectfully disagree, they are 12, 11 and 7. Decisions should be made by responsible adults, not children.

And I'll respectfully disagree with this. It isn't all or nothing. Some decisions should be made by adults, some by the children themselves. How this panned out behind the scenes...who knows.

When my father died 11 years ago, I didn't ask my kids if they wanted to attend. My kids were 10, 8 and 5. I felt they should be there, and that being there would give them closure. (I wasn't even TOLD that my grandfather died when I was 5.) If they had expressed ANY desire not to be there, at any point along the way, I never would have forced them to stay or go back. (Two visitations...afternoon and evening, and the funeral the next day.) It seemed like the most natural thing in the world for them to be there. They did fine, and it was a good bonding experience for them and their cousins.

Obviously, other issues are involved with Michael Jackson. And obviously there are mixed feelings here on the DIS about whether or not they should have been there. To me, they should have been. and I'm a pretty responsible adult. The family did what they felt was right, however it transpired behind the scenes.

 

[NotUrsula]

I saw a photo of the three children earlier, but the oldest boy had dark hair, has he been dying it blond or is he now dying it dark?

It's always been blond -- when he was little it was white-blond. You could see that even past the masks. If you saw a photo where his hair appeared dark it must have been the lighting, or perhaps his hair was wet.

The oldest boy apparently is not legally named Prince. His legal name is Michael Joseph Jackson, Jr.

 

[TanyaLovesPooh]

Actually his hair has gotten darker as he has gotten older. It is definitely dark now. God Bless those kids, how precious!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/07/07/michael-jacksons-kids-pri_n_227210.html

 

[joy13]

I think it was good for the kids to be there, especially given all the nice things said about their Dad. If the service had been a circus - I'd feel differently, but this service was very touching and respectful. As for whether the kids should have been shown publically, according to an interview with Debbie Rowe - she is the one who wanted them covered all the time - not Michael, he just obliged her wishes. Whether or not we should believe her I don't know.

 

[minnie56]

Very beautiful picture of a big sisters love and concern for her brother..May they all find strength in each other in the weeks to come..

 

[Mickey527]

I also think that the children should have been at both services. I don't think they were "used" in any way but it was good for them to see how much people loved their father. Remember, for the rest of their lives they will hear the stories about the things he was accused of. I won't get into it here, but my opinion is that it never happened. He was different, but he wanted children to be happy, I never saw a child molester in him at all.
The thing that really bugged me was that right away Katherine his mother tried to get the court to name her as the executor of his estate. The judge gave the duties to two of Michael's attorneys.
I see Michael's father right there in the front of this. I would guess (and again it is a guess) that Joe wants control of all of Michael's accounts so he can lose them like he lost the money the Jackson 5 made when they were younger. I hope the lawyers who are in charge can pay off Michael's debts and put money aside for the children. I don't think any of the Jacksons are as smart as Priscella Presley was. Elvis's daughter came into a fortune when she turned 21.
I grew up with Michael, he was only a few years younger than me, but I loved his music. He was one in a million.

 

[zalansky]

Yes, very touching picture and IMO those kids wanted to be there. I too, spoke at my parents funeral - granted I was older than Paris is now - but it wasn't easy. But I could tell that was what she WANTED to do. She clearly needed to. My heart went out to her at that moment and made me remember that this man was someone's father, brother, son, etc. We'll all eventually know what it feels like to lose someone that close and its gut wrenching. My heart goes out to his family, especially those kids.

 

[Planogirl]

I think that children should be allowed to attend a parent's funeral service no matter how public it is. These kids need closure and should not be kept hidden away in this case.

They are gorgeous kids aren't they? I wish them well.

 

[luvsJack]

I think that children should be allowed to attend a parent's funeral service no matter how public it is. These kids need closure and should not be kept hidden away in this case.

They are gorgeous kids aren't they? I wish them well.

They are gorgeous and I totally agree with you. The kids needed to be there.

A funeral or memorial is something that should be a personal decision on attending, even for a child. I don't think any child should be forced to attend but they should not be sheltered from it either. This is just not a time for parental rule; a child the age of these should be allowed to decide on their own. And from seeing them, I would say it was their decision.

My prayers are with these children.

Has either of Micheal's sisters been considered for custody of the children. I would think Janet would be a better choice than Katherine.

 

[runwad]

They are gorgeous and I totally agree with you. The kids needed to be there.

A funeral or memorial is something that should be a personal decision on attending, even for a child. I don't think any child should be forced to attend but they should not be sheltered from it either. This is just not a time for parental rule; a child the age of these should be allowed to decide on their own. And from seeing them, I would say it was their decision.

My prayers are with these children.

Has either of Micheal's sisters been considered for custody of the children. I would think Janet would be a better choice than Katherine.

I've not been following any of this ever not really a big MJ fan, but what about their mom, why doesn't she have custody? I guess I really live in a bubble cause i"m clueless

 

[LisaNJ25]

I think the photo is beautiful. Paris really did love her dad, and she expressed it very well. Same as Bindi, Steve Irwins daughter, she spoke at her dads funeral, and it was very touching.

Exactly.. I dont remember there being such rude comments about Bindi when she spoke at and attended her fathers memorial.