Losing digital files can be quite hurtful. I have been there several times but always fall into the same problem over and over again. Keeping a backup is really needed actually, but I always can't have my backup drive yet.
at least your MacBook could still be used at the moment. : )
For sure it's not always exactly possible depending on the situation. On top of the new computer I guess I'll have to consider some better backup options going forward. I am thankful by my gracces I did a photo backup and video backup a week before it happened, otherwise I would be more upset most likely! Keep those files safe my friend 🙂