Letters: There is a reason a licenseis needed to sell raw milk

After reading the letter from Heather Scott ("Using raw milk has been a positive experience," Aug. 20), we felt compelled to respond with our opinion.

We have known the Tardiffs since they came to town (about 20 years ago). This is a lovely family with good and generous hearts, a great sense of humor and no animosity.

Although raw milk can be an extremely healthy experience for most, there are obviously exceptions. That is why there is a license needed to sell raw milk.

On a personal note, imagine your child or other family member becoming paralyzed due to a bacterium, possibly from raw milk. How would you feel watching your loved one battle this catastrophic and life-altering event? We are sure the Tardiff family does not want anyone else to go through the agony they have suffered. In fact, Mari's battle is far from over.

Please let us, as a community, support this family, regardless of our feelings about raw milk.

Lisa and Maya Kramer

Gasquet