Ben AaronovitchI was tempted to tell her it was because we were British and actually had a sense of humour, but I try not to be cruel to foreigners, especially when they're that strung out.
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I was tempted to tell her it was because we were British and actually had a sense of humour, but I try not to be cruel to foreigners, especially when they're that strung out. Being British can definitely be considered to be an advantage in life. We are traditionally known for our sense of humour; however, it can also be considered to be a curse. We are considered to be superior beings with an understanding of life that is unmatched by anyone else.
This is true only if you like good jokes and witty sarcasm. If you don't like these things it can make living in Britain difficult. There are some people who think Britain is great; however, there are others who think Britain is rubbish.
When you live in this country, people will always come up with reasons to complain about how bad it is.
Source: Whispers Under Ground
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