The purpose is to not remind you that there’s tragedy in the world or ruin your day, but rather to remind all of us that life can change in an instant. These are 8 heartbreaking moments photographed that should never be forgotten. And last time to post things like this.

1. The sister of a a teacher at Sandy Hook learns that she was killed.

2. A little boy is given the U.S. flag at his soldier father’s funeral.

3. A dog stays on the grave of his deceased owner. He was there for hours.

4. An injured family walks away from their destroyed neighborhood in Moore, Oklahoma.

5. The sister of a fallen soldier collapses at his grave.

6. A girl mourns the loss of those in the Boston Marathon.

7. At Kent State University in 1970, the friend of a killed student cries for help.

8. This man kneels at the 9/11 memorial over the loss of his son.

In this tragic world, there is always hope. And it starts with each one of us. Do something good today – you will never regret it.