I haven't seen it happen any other time. It was pretty common that Halloween, happened to all kinds of people, but some were worse off than others.

[Jo would put her situation on the "worse" end of the scale, without a doubt.]

As a rule, they can't be on the same side of the glass as we are, but there have been exceptions. Even Wonderland breaks its own rules sometimes.

[She shakes her head at the apology, however, discouraging it.]

You don't have to apologize. This is important stuff to talk about. People should know. That's how you prepare.