no -- it's not a sad day. It's life. That's why I noted that it is normal behavior for any social group of human beings on this planet. Nothing wrong with aspiring for greater things, mind you, but don't be shocked or bothered (and it appears you are not ;)) when anything different happens.

thou and I, my friend, can, in the most flunkey world, make, each of us, one non-flunkey, one hero, if we like: that will be two heroes to begin with. (Carlyle)