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[Swim4life]

There is a funny expression currently spreading in some Chinese BBS. It's about life attitude expressed in a humorous way: �When you threw eggs at me (throwing eggs is a traditional Chinese act of protest), I put salt and make salty eggs (a kind of Chinese food) in return.� And I made an expression of my own based on that: �When they threw eggs at you, make an egg soup in return.�

Well, Could you guys (native speakers) make another funny one that is more close to your culture and life? Thanks.

[Lorikeet]

This is one that is common.

"When life gives you lemons, make lemonade."

(Lemons are sour, but lemonade is a sweet drink.)