Rihanna RihannaBlk082708_02.jpg While she's laying low and recovering from that brutal assault she allegedly suffered from boyfriend Chris Brown, Rihanna can count on her close pals to cheer her up.

As you know, it's Rihanna's 21st birthday today, and even though she had to cancel her big b-day bash, we're hoping she'll be able to have some fun and spend time with her loved ones.

Several friends of the R&B princess put an ad in the local Barbados paper, the Nation News wishing her a happy birthday and showing their support.

The greeting reads:

    Happy 21 Birthday to Robyn Rihanna Fenty.


    Amidst all the negativity about Ri Ri.


    God will continue to bless her.


    That's why you are so great, Ri Ri.


    From Sharon, Shane, Kim and Rashane.


    We love you.


Aww, good to know she has friends like that! Now if only she'd swear off Chris forever!