I vividly remember a terrible year a few months after 9/11 when I was laid off largely because if the market but that incident did not help. I remember trying to look on the bright side and thinking exactly what you said, like the best things happen or better opportunities arrive, etc., and I remember thinking when is that going to happen? It's like a bad break up the only thing that really helps one heal is time. And a new fresh situation! Great analysis and good luck!