Life's ups and downs

For the second time within past year life has hit us in the face. The first question is often directed to God "Why did you do this to us?" I realized one thing - I can't blame God for all our problems, neither can I expect him to protect us from every little pain. Instead of feeling angry, I should ask for help to overcome whatever is upon us.
I've heard this before, but it never really got to me, until now.