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You may be having a bad day. But at least you didn't run a cargo ship into another cargo ship. Most Likely.
What we're trying to say is, maybe your mediocre day has actually been a pretty good day in disguise. Here's some people who have without a doubt gone through a rough patch.
Via nbcnews
These two guys were on Camano Island, Washington when a couple stole their boat and made their escape. Fortunately the thieves were caught because one of the boys was able to track them with a drone. Authorities were waiting on the next island to take the boat back and apprehend the criminals.
Via mrdaveturner
Scientists in the UK asked the public to vote on a name for their $290 million polar research ship. Because people are awful (or awesome, depending on your point of view) the name at the top of the list is none other than "RRS Boaty McBoatface". 
via @NERCscience
Ah, such a fitting name for such a grand ship. You can watch this video for details on the construction and groundbreaking advancements of the soon to be RRS Boaty McBoatface:
Honestly, they'll probably pick one of the more serious suggestions as this naming poll is in no way binding. However, at this point they'll probably be facing some backlash if they don't. 
via @Dovil
The people REALLY want Boaty Mc Boatface.
