Seanus
14 Feb 2009
UK, Ireland / What do Polish people think of Ireland and the Irish? [50]
Well, I'll let the Poles judge that :)
Well, I'll let the Poles judge that :)
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
UK, Ireland / What do Polish people think of Ireland and the Irish? [50]
The general impression appears to be very positive.
The general impression appears to be very positive.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / Polish engineer beheaded in Pakistan. [347]
Oh, I agree but should that preclude the trying? This is just the pretext that is needed. I don't like how pretexts are used as political opportunism but it's a sign of the times. Maybe this will show that we can actually value even 1 human life and that war is not all about chalking up stats. Sadly, life doesn't work that way.
Oh, I agree but should that preclude the trying? This is just the pretext that is needed. I don't like how pretexts are used as political opportunism but it's a sign of the times. Maybe this will show that we can actually value even 1 human life and that war is not all about chalking up stats. Sadly, life doesn't work that way.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Life / 52% Poles: life in Poland is bad... [46]
Poland, like almost every other nation, is guilty of bandwagon jumping. When their mates start saying that Poland is bad in whatever respect, others follow suit. Moods and responses are determined by numerous factors, not least the prevailing political climate (and views of their buddies).
Poland, like almost every other nation, is guilty of bandwagon jumping. When their mates start saying that Poland is bad in whatever respect, others follow suit. Moods and responses are determined by numerous factors, not least the prevailing political climate (and views of their buddies).
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
UK, Ireland / Life in the UK for some Poles (sad article) [124]
Herein lies the duality and the concomitant suicides. Samo sloga Polska spasava. The greatest thing for Poles would be to realise all the good things around them and read Desiderata (God give me the courage to accept the things I cannot change etc).
Herein lies the duality and the concomitant suicides. Samo sloga Polska spasava. The greatest thing for Poles would be to realise all the good things around them and read Desiderata (God give me the courage to accept the things I cannot change etc).
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Life / 52% Poles: life in Poland is bad... [46]
It really depends on who was surveyed and, as Osioł tacitly implies, when. Survey people with their families at Xmas time and you may find that the figure is as high as 90%. Given that the Poles are a highly family-orientated (oriented) culture, maybe even higher.
It really depends on who was surveyed and, as Osioł tacitly implies, when. Survey people with their families at Xmas time and you may find that the figure is as high as 90%. Given that the Poles are a highly family-orientated (oriented) culture, maybe even higher.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Life / Moving back to Poland after 20 unhappy years in Canada and USA [70]
No offence pcanuck, you made some great points and were spot on. BUT, you can't always apply logic to the Polish psyche. They have a super education system here in many ways but contrive to pick up dead-end jobs after graduating. Trust me, it's a deeply ingrained notion in many that working abroad simply presents a more viable money making option. They have the best of intentions to set up shop back home but it turns sour too easily and they become disillusioned. That's why you see 20 years wasted and not merely 1 or 2, for example, when a teacher goes abroad and wonders what they gained in that time.
No offence pcanuck, you made some great points and were spot on. BUT, you can't always apply logic to the Polish psyche. They have a super education system here in many ways but contrive to pick up dead-end jobs after graduating. Trust me, it's a deeply ingrained notion in many that working abroad simply presents a more viable money making option. They have the best of intentions to set up shop back home but it turns sour too easily and they become disillusioned. That's why you see 20 years wasted and not merely 1 or 2, for example, when a teacher goes abroad and wonders what they gained in that time.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / Polish engineer beheaded in Pakistan. [347]
Nonetheless, we need to look beyond martyrdom as it is a mainstay in their mindset. We have to look at our values of justice and retribution and act accordingly. To do otherwise would be to admit that the whole underpinning rationale of the War on Terror is phony ;) We can scarcely afford to make such dangerous admissions in a political sense. We can't fear martyrdom if we are indeed fighting the good fight.
Nonetheless, we need to look beyond martyrdom as it is a mainstay in their mindset. We have to look at our values of justice and retribution and act accordingly. To do otherwise would be to admit that the whole underpinning rationale of the War on Terror is phony ;) We can scarcely afford to make such dangerous admissions in a political sense. We can't fear martyrdom if we are indeed fighting the good fight.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Life / 52% Poles: life in Poland is bad... [46]
Come again with the A-Z? I meant that they had to list their associations of Poland. V was vodka for example etc etc.
Come again with the A-Z? I meant that they had to list their associations of Poland. V was vodka for example etc etc.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / Polish engineer beheaded in Pakistan. [347]
I know this, yes. Not only the Egyptians, 7 other intel agencies plus numerous isolated reportings. Russia, Morocco, Britain, Germany, France, Italy and even Sudan proferred info.
Look at 9/11 truth, they have MANY instances charted chronologically. You can question the veracity as you should but they can't all be lies.
The only thing I disagree with is your final part. The Mossad DIDN'T provide key info to the US govt and that was the problem. They were tracking the terrorists for months but didn't even inform top personnel. Rumour has it that some did but the barrier between the FBI and CIA was just too large.
I can post you all number of credible sources on request. Make a study of it, you will unearth some startling revelations.
I know this, yes. Not only the Egyptians, 7 other intel agencies plus numerous isolated reportings. Russia, Morocco, Britain, Germany, France, Italy and even Sudan proferred info.
Look at 9/11 truth, they have MANY instances charted chronologically. You can question the veracity as you should but they can't all be lies.
The only thing I disagree with is your final part. The Mossad DIDN'T provide key info to the US govt and that was the problem. They were tracking the terrorists for months but didn't even inform top personnel. Rumour has it that some did but the barrier between the FBI and CIA was just too large.
I can post you all number of credible sources on request. Make a study of it, you will unearth some startling revelations.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / "We buy out Poland, Hungary, and Romania!" - the President of Israel [74]
Ach, words are often taken out of context anyway. Just like the forum, who knows the intention and circumstances behind the words?
An example, I wrote, 'Hey, you' to my female friend today. She thought I was being abrupt but those 2 words can be interpreted in so many ways. Aggressively, yes. I meant it as 'Hi there, you (friendly)'. Hey you, Jimmy is pretty funny in Scottish.
So, cheers to good intentions :)
Ach, words are often taken out of context anyway. Just like the forum, who knows the intention and circumstances behind the words?
An example, I wrote, 'Hey, you' to my female friend today. She thought I was being abrupt but those 2 words can be interpreted in so many ways. Aggressively, yes. I meant it as 'Hi there, you (friendly)'. Hey you, Jimmy is pretty funny in Scottish.
So, cheers to good intentions :)
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / "We buy out Poland, Hungary, and Romania!" - the President of Israel [74]
Exactly, they happen. Talking face to face would make everything easier.
You have to laugh really. What are we if we can't do that much? :) :)
Exactly, they happen. Talking face to face would make everything easier.
You have to laugh really. What are we if we can't do that much? :) :)
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / Poland Rejects US Missile Shield (talks will continue...) [80]
It would appear that it is going to go ahead. Surely, the signatures would show that but U-turns are permissible.
Further clarification talks may well be in order.
It would appear that it is going to go ahead. Surely, the signatures would show that but U-turns are permissible.
Further clarification talks may well be in order.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Food / Chicken Pierogi HELP??? [29]
Barbecue chicken pierogis, what a super idea.
Chicken fricasse pierogi would be heavenly :)
Barbecue chicken pierogis, what a super idea.
Chicken fricasse pierogi would be heavenly :)
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
History / Jewish love towards Poles [389]
There does seem to be a lot of mutual respect between Poles and Jews.
There does seem to be a lot of mutual respect between Poles and Jews.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Life / You know you're Polish when... ? [111]
This is a good thread.
When you mention pierogi all the time and how nice the women are.
This is a good thread.
When you mention pierogi all the time and how nice the women are.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Life / Polish Fireflies [23]
Very original thread, nice one brethren
I must admit, I haven't seen any fireflies here yet but that could change.
Very original thread, nice one brethren
I must admit, I haven't seen any fireflies here yet but that could change.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / Polish engineer beheaded in Pakistan. [347]
This was maybe a blessing in disguise and I mean that in the nicest possible way. Maybe Pakistan will start valuing international opinion and allow revenge squads in.
A War on Terror should not be impeded like it is.
This was maybe a blessing in disguise and I mean that in the nicest possible way. Maybe Pakistan will start valuing international opinion and allow revenge squads in.
A War on Terror should not be impeded like it is.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
News / "We buy out Poland, Hungary, and Romania!" - the President of Israel [74]
This time it is me who will apologise. I'm sorry, I had never heard of that development until just now. Strange to see such incredible figures being bandied about.
This time it is me who will apologise. I'm sorry, I had never heard of that development until just now. Strange to see such incredible figures being bandied about.
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
USA, Canada / Polish Vodkas for American Pub [49]
It would be good if it had a Polish connection and some allusion to vodka. Vodka can make you big bucks, Sledz.
I dunno, Vodkania?? Something along those lines
It would be good if it had a Polish connection and some allusion to vodka. Vodka can make you big bucks, Sledz.
I dunno, Vodkania?? Something along those lines
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Love / "Let's leave beautiful women for men with poor sexual imagination" [150]
Well I wonder..... (another Smiths song I think)
Probably yes.
I was right, lugubrious sounding Morrissey doing his thing :)
Well I wonder..... (another Smiths song I think)
Probably yes.
I was right, lugubrious sounding Morrissey doing his thing :)
Seanus
14 Feb 2009
Love / Polish wedding customs/traditions? Aussie marrying Polish. [21]
Nice thread!! I'll have to consider this too in due course. Sooner rather than later. I must remember to take hankies to dry my tears at how much it costs ;) ;)
Nice thread!! I'll have to consider this too in due course. Sooner rather than later. I must remember to take hankies to dry my tears at how much it costs ;) ;)
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
Life / Warsaw - most boring capital in Europe, after Brussels - comments? [78]
I wasn't with my fiancee either time. Oh, it's an enormous place so I can't form a rounded perspective based on 2 short visits. The food options are much better so many baby is happy ;)
The leash is reserved for special occasions ;)
I wasn't with my fiancee either time. Oh, it's an enormous place so I can't form a rounded perspective based on 2 short visits. The food options are much better so many baby is happy ;)
The leash is reserved for special occasions ;)
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
Life / Warsaw - most boring capital in Europe, after Brussels - comments? [78]
My fiancee concurs. She said that it was a lifeless and soulless crock of poo. I have been there twice and found it to be as she described it. Full of skinheaded losers and dull buildings.
My fiancee concurs. She said that it was a lifeless and soulless crock of poo. I have been there twice and found it to be as she described it. Full of skinheaded losers and dull buildings.
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
Love / "Let's leave beautiful women for men with poor sexual imagination" [150]
It's uncanny how often I see this in Poland, a Polish stunner with a lugheid (ugly man). Ah well, there's always lesbianism ;)
It's uncanny how often I see this in Poland, a Polish stunner with a lugheid (ugly man). Ah well, there's always lesbianism ;)
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
Study / AGH Studying (Computer Science) in Poland [20]
As I gather, Poland is at the cutting edge of this discipline. Most faculties are well equipped and offer ample resources to budding students.
As I gather, Poland is at the cutting edge of this discipline. Most faculties are well equipped and offer ample resources to budding students.
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
Life / Polish attitudes towards drinking alcohol [72]
I love the stories of passing out, quite amusing :)
I love the stories of passing out, quite amusing :)
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
News / "We buy out Poland, Hungary, and Romania!" - the President of Israel [74]
Thanks for the apology but now I'm well and truly lost. Should I be wearing a dunce cap or was your message really that cryptic??
What do skyscrapers have to do with buyouts? A tenuous correlation indeed.
Thanks for the apology but now I'm well and truly lost. Should I be wearing a dunce cap or was your message really that cryptic??
What do skyscrapers have to do with buyouts? A tenuous correlation indeed.
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
Language / Poles! How do you cope with English phonetics versus English spelling? [37]
Many thanks, Osioł. I knew there were two more. I'm kicking myself for missing those but I've had a long day and the napper needs to wind down.
Nice one amigo :) :)
Many thanks, Osioł. I knew there were two more. I'm kicking myself for missing those but I've had a long day and the napper needs to wind down.
Nice one amigo :) :)
Seanus
13 Feb 2009
News / "We buy out Poland, Hungary, and Romania!" - the President of Israel [74]
What paranoia? I was talking about the merits of investment and dtaylor backed me up on this. HB, must you always take me wrong? If that is indeed a quote then a buy out is pretty clear to any native speaker. You take over the business concern in question.
You have just bolstered what I and my main man dtaylor were saying, that investment is a good thing.
So, your point please!!
What paranoia? I was talking about the merits of investment and dtaylor backed me up on this. HB, must you always take me wrong? If that is indeed a quote then a buy out is pretty clear to any native speaker. You take over the business concern in question.
You have just bolstered what I and my main man dtaylor were saying, that investment is a good thing.
So, your point please!!