You never think it will happen to someone you know

[mahpiya_luta]

I found out a couple of hours ago that a woman I know, Jessica, was stabbed to death in her own home over the weekend. She used to be a grad student here in my department, and she was one of my officemates two years ago. I didn't know her well, but I liked her.

They say if you live in New Orleans long enough, you'll know someone who will be a victim of violent crime. I was hoping I wouldn't live here that long.