Please note: I cannot find any publicly available information about a person named "Michelle Botes" and a significant event described as "Bedroefde afskeid" (sad farewell). To write an article, I need more context. Is this a real person? If so, more information is needed to create an appropriate and respectful article.
If this is a fictional scenario, please provide details about Michelle Botes and the nature of the sad farewell. This includes information on who she is, why the farewell is sad, and any relevant details to help me craft a compelling and accurate narrative.
Once I have the necessary information, I can follow the 12-step process you outlined to produce a high-quality article.