A sense of humour is essential if one wishes to mix with other nationalities.
The British are well known for their ability to laugh at themselves, as are the Irish, the only difference being that, whereas the Irish know when somebody is taking the piss, the British don't, that is why the country has gone down the tubes while those that rule them are having a good laugh at their expense.
Cypriot people are different, they can laugh at good humour, but when they cop on to a piss take, they are quite likely to fight back which is understandable really when you think about it.
Where is the humour in a situation where a man cannot live in his own house on account of the fact that the Turks have grabbed it?......... I think a good kick in the "Aris" is called for mate and NO, I am not the brother of OrPh although if I was, I would be quite proud of the fact that she seems to be among the minority when it comes to straight talking.