Can you cheer me up with some inspiring/funny/feel-good stories?

So today is my birthday, and I’m feeling pretty down. I hate my job to the point where the stress and dread makes me physically ill; the man I had been dating for seven months and cared for very deeply moved across the country almost three weeks ago for a teaching gig at a university in the city that happens to be the focus of his dissertation (i.e., despite our relationship, there was no way he could pass up this kind of opportunity); I’m having an extremely difficult time with the transition from college to “real life,” and now, to top it all off, my best friend is irrationally upset with me and will not be around for my birthday.

I have fun plans to go out with my sister and some friends tonight and tomorrow, but I’m still feeling bummed about everything, and it all is compounded by the fact that my best friend won’t be here for me. Uplifting and inspiring stories always make me feel better, and rather than just do a google search for “Chicken Soup”-type stories, I’d like to hear your own personal tales of hope, joy, humor, etc…because personal stories are always better! And I’m sure other members besides me will enjoy them :) Thanks!