As an antidote to my case of apparently chronic crankiness, I highly recommend this priceless piece, courtesy one of my favorite daily reads from Asia/Latin America, EastSouthWestNorth. (Yes, I know it's a rather peculiar combo, but it sorta makes sense and is an absolute must if you're interested in things Chinese.)
From the Taipei Times on the occasion of Bill Clinton's visit, Taiwan meets triangulation, or with friends like these...