2016 has been a rough year in terms of high-profile losses. This past weekend, we had another beautiful soul taken from us. Christina Grimmie was killed in Orlando, Florida and the pain is still very present and real for her family, friends, and fans. Many of us are in absolute disbelief.

I remember finding Christina Grimmie on YouTube several years ago while I was still in high school. I remember that I was impressed by the power and range of her voice. I loved how friendly she was on camera and how multi-faceted her talent was. Every time a new video of hers showed up in my subscription box, a huge smile broke out on my face and I was entranced by her. This girl was “On Fire” and had really great things coming to her. She collaborated with other talented musicians on YouTube and finally made a huge break after being on season six of "The Voice" and earning third place.

I was so happy that now the rest of the world could see what those of us on YouTube were seeing and hearing. Everyone else could be in awe of her and could rally together in support of her. We had the privilege of seeing where she was before her big break on national TV and seeing her grow as a musician and as a human being. That to me, is very special.

This past weekend, tragic news came out of Orlando, Florida regarding Ms. Grimmie. After leaving a show in which she was the opener, a male suspect approached her as she was signing autographs and posing for pictures and shot her before being tackled by Grimmie’s brother and before killing himself. Grimmie was rushed to a nearby hospital but passed away not long after from her wounds. Her family is asking for privacy as they grieve their loss.

Many fans and lookers-on are now left with the question of why. The news is still new enough where there are many holes in the story and questions left unanswered. All that is left for us to say is, “It’s not fair.” It’s hard to sit here and come to terms with the fact that this young woman was killed in cold blood and without any reason -- though there will ever be a reason that is good enough to justify taking someone’s life. It's hard not to feel violated when someone felt justified in taking Christina Grimmie's life, even if some of us weren't there with her on that night in Orlando. I can't even begin to image what her family is thinking and feeling right now. I wish them a peaceful time of mourning and space to do this mourning.

Rest in power, Christina Grimmie. You will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives you have touched. You will always be remembered.