Life is not fair. Why is this such a hard concept to swallow?

I know life isn't fair. I am an adult. I do understand the concept. But when something happens to remind you that life isn't fair, sometimes it can be a very difficult pill to swallow.

I won't get into what has precipitate this post. However, I will say that my heart aches for a friend. I haven't stopped thinking about my friend for the last couple of days. I am upset, sadden and angry. But there is nothing I can do, other than to say a little prayer and give darling daughter an extra hug. And sometimes, when life isn't fair, praying and giving your loved ones hugs is all you can do, I guess.

Tragedy

The recent death of four Canadian soliders based at CFB Petawawa have been on my mind since I first learned of the news last night. One of the soldiers, 28-year-old Master Corporal Scott Vernelli, leaves behind a six-month-old daughter. In September, local news media did a news story on Master Corporal Vernelli and his wife, who were expecting their first child. A couple of weeks later, a television crew revisited the family after his wife gave birth. Since I had recently gave birth at the time, the couple's story stuck in my mind.

Last night, I kept on thinking about Master Corporal Vernelli's baby girl and his wife. It is heartbreaking this little girl will never know her father. I know my thoughts, and the thoughts of countless Canadians, will be with this family. However, this is likely little comfort to a baby girl and her mother who have lost a piece of their heart.