9/27/2000: A Memory From Twenty Years Ago

**Warning: This blog post addresses the sensitive topic of sexual assault. If you feel you may be triggered by this content, please do not continue reading.

September 27, 2000
Wednesday – 4PM
Venice, Italy

This city is so calm and peaceful. Maybe it’s the lull of the water constantly in motion. It’s so easy to get lost here in the maze of canals and small side streets. It feels as though you’re never really sure where you are or what you’ll see around the next corner – a beautiful bridge, a deli...