randompal
6 Dec 2007
News / Poland and Italy - similarities? [15]
yourm film pretty much sums it up
Do you find similarities ? Because I do
yourm film pretty much sums it up
randompal
6 Dec 2007
USA, Canada / 2008 U.S. Presidential Election according to Polish and foreign people [90]
what's most interesting about him may be his professional background - when was the last time a gynecologist ran for president?
what's most interesting about him may be his professional background - when was the last time a gynecologist ran for president?
randompal
6 Dec 2007
Life / I am buddhist, will I be mistreated in Poland? [6]
I heard three budhists were attacked by a mob and crucified last week, somewhere near Zakopane
I heard three budhists were attacked by a mob and crucified last week, somewhere near Zakopane
randompal
6 Dec 2007
USA, Canada / 2008 U.S. Presidential Election according to Polish and foreign people [90]
he is quite different from the others..Ron Paul says he would like to get rid of the IRS, THE dept of Education, and get out of Iraq immediately. He is one of the few who are running that opposed the war from the beginning. Not your satndard republican candidate from TX maybe..
I dont think America wants another Republican President from Texas
he is quite different from the others..Ron Paul says he would like to get rid of the IRS, THE dept of Education, and get out of Iraq immediately. He is one of the few who are running that opposed the war from the beginning. Not your satndard republican candidate from TX maybe..
randompal
1 Dec 2007
USA, Canada / USA, the nation of immigrants [30]
the less educated ones in the US will waste no time calling you a dumb Polak even if you have already been living there a long time, whether you have citizenship or not...
with the less educated ones it is different almost anywhere on this planet (incl. USA i guess)...
the less educated ones in the US will waste no time calling you a dumb Polak even if you have already been living there a long time, whether you have citizenship or not...
randompal
1 Dec 2007
USA, Canada / USA, the nation of immigrants [30]
don't forget about those who actually do go and then come to the conclusion that it is totally overrated...America's a great place, just like many other countries with clean-running tap water. by the way isn't Canada also a nation of immigrants? And Australia?
people do not realize and will never realize
till they come here how good it is..
till they come here how good it is..
don't forget about those who actually do go and then come to the conclusion that it is totally overrated...America's a great place, just like many other countries with clean-running tap water. by the way isn't Canada also a nation of immigrants? And Australia?
randompal
29 Nov 2007
UK, Ireland / Are polish pupils harming native british childrens education? [280]
no but you used to invade millions around the globe when you were setting up your empire - haha sweet justice for sods such as yourself!!
because we dont come in our millions invading poland to clean your toilets
no but you used to invade millions around the globe when you were setting up your empire - haha sweet justice for sods such as yourself!!
randompal
29 Nov 2007
Life / What type and brand of cars do Polish people like? [51]
one that runs
What type and brand of cars do Polish people like?
one that runs
randompal
28 Nov 2007
Language / What is the most annoying thing about non-native Polish speakers? [90]
this could happen anywhere to anyone so dont take it personally...I used to get it in Amsterdam..
I will tell you what really annoys me living in Krakow. It's when I go into a shop/cafe/bar and ask for something in my passable Polish and I get the reply in English.
this could happen anywhere to anyone so dont take it personally...I used to get it in Amsterdam..
randompal
22 Nov 2007
Law / Raiffeisen Bank in Poland [10]
you are right, all banks are scams in a way, but we have little choice but to deal with them in todays world. Raiffeisen is legit, surprising you never heard of it...
Is this bank legitimate? I've been hearing horror stories of scammers left and right everywhere
you are right, all banks are scams in a way, but we have little choice but to deal with them in todays world. Raiffeisen is legit, surprising you never heard of it...
randompal
20 Nov 2007
USA, Canada / Dual Citizenship: American and Polish? [53]
its generally not a problem. the Polish govt assumes that dual citizens are citizens of Poland, first and foremost, while on Polish territory. No one would be interested in taking your other passport away from you.
I understood that the Polish Government does not recognise Dual Citizenship.
its generally not a problem. the Polish govt assumes that dual citizens are citizens of Poland, first and foremost, while on Polish territory. No one would be interested in taking your other passport away from you.
randompal
19 Nov 2007
Work / Average Polish Income is 2700zl per month [65]
not true. Poles tip, but not as religiously as, say, Americans...even in lower budget resteraunts and pubs it is considered good class to leave a little if a waiter comes to your table a few times and the service is good..
wake up Poles dont tip !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
not true. Poles tip, but not as religiously as, say, Americans...even in lower budget resteraunts and pubs it is considered good class to leave a little if a waiter comes to your table a few times and the service is good..
randompal
19 Nov 2007
Travel / Age requirements when going out to clubs in Poland [13]
there are clubs you can get into when u are less than 18, and there are also clubs that weed out the under 25 crowd at the door although 18 is the average age limit minimum. Note that your attire will also often be scrutinized at the door, just like in Australia if memory serves...
You must be at least 18 years old.
there are clubs you can get into when u are less than 18, and there are also clubs that weed out the under 25 crowd at the door although 18 is the average age limit minimum. Note that your attire will also often be scrutinized at the door, just like in Australia if memory serves...
randompal
19 Nov 2007
Travel / Recommendations for Zakopane Travel and Hotel [16]
well then it must be my browser or somethin because iot still doesnt work..
well then it must be my browser or somethin because iot still doesnt work..
randompal
19 Nov 2007
randompal
17 Nov 2007
News / Is the E.U. good for Poland?? [180]
hundreds of thousands who take advantage of EU policies (such as the right to work elsewhere) probably wouldn't agree. overall Poland is doing well although many economic indicators suggest otherwise. everyday I walk the streets and I feel relatively safe, everyday I see new trams and buses and other improvements, and people are generally well dressed and look well-fed. Go to the Ukraine for a couple of days, then when you cross the border back into Poland you will say to yourself: damn, its pretty nice here after all - smooth roads, clean functional toilets, etc..
By anology, EU is punishment.
hundreds of thousands who take advantage of EU policies (such as the right to work elsewhere) probably wouldn't agree. overall Poland is doing well although many economic indicators suggest otherwise. everyday I walk the streets and I feel relatively safe, everyday I see new trams and buses and other improvements, and people are generally well dressed and look well-fed. Go to the Ukraine for a couple of days, then when you cross the border back into Poland you will say to yourself: damn, its pretty nice here after all - smooth roads, clean functional toilets, etc..
randompal
14 Nov 2007
randompal
14 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
so why does my gas bill keep going up?
so why does my gas bill keep going up?
randompal
14 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
unfortunately Norway does not have enough oil and gas to go around, and the Norwegians charge top dollar for it. Hope I'm wrong!
unfortunately Norway does not have enough oil and gas to go around, and the Norwegians charge top dollar for it. Hope I'm wrong!
randompal
14 Nov 2007
Love / Polish Men & Infidelity [40]
a throwback to old-school communist work ethic
Is there some reason why the Polish men I know think sleeping around with other men's wives is acceptable behaviour?
a throwback to old-school communist work ethic
randompal
14 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
any president can huff and puff and stick out his chest and try to demand respect, but with the high (and rising) price of oil and natural gas Russia could care less what anyone says about Katyn, Siberia or anything related...
I liked the way the present President stood up to Russia
any president can huff and puff and stick out his chest and try to demand respect, but with the high (and rising) price of oil and natural gas Russia could care less what anyone says about Katyn, Siberia or anything related...
randompal
14 Nov 2007
Law / Organised Crime - Mafia Business in Poland [21]
government=legal mafia. whenever you hear of government busting a mafia ring it just means that they are rubbing out the competition...
government=legal mafia. whenever you hear of government busting a mafia ring it just means that they are rubbing out the competition...
randompal
13 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
An age of consent of 13 is strange, first time ive heard of anything like that in Europe, but what the hell. Dont tell me Holland isnt a democracy, if they dont like it they can vote for a higher age of consent. Holland has had lots of critics for a long time, mainly stuffy conservatves who shock too easily.
oops looks like the age of consent in the Netherlands is 16 (just like many other countries) proving once again that internet forums are full of poeple no kmnowing what they are talking about - better do your homework next time instead of listening to hwtaever propaganda the LPR begins spouting forth haha
So how could you explain quote below?
An age of consent of 13 is strange, first time ive heard of anything like that in Europe, but what the hell. Dont tell me Holland isnt a democracy, if they dont like it they can vote for a higher age of consent. Holland has had lots of critics for a long time, mainly stuffy conservatves who shock too easily.
oops looks like the age of consent in the Netherlands is 16 (just like many other countries) proving once again that internet forums are full of poeple no kmnowing what they are talking about - better do your homework next time instead of listening to hwtaever propaganda the LPR begins spouting forth haha
randompal
11 Nov 2007
Travel / Petrified of traveling to Poland by myself [9]
Things to do in the winter: stay warm
Good clubs: Klubokawiarnia (the pseudo underground vibe with old PRL decor), otherwise just ask around when you are here and people will tell you what's cool..
Another good tip-if you need reasonably priced accomodation in Warsaw look up the OkiDoki hostel, the location is excellent and the prices are reasonable (even their single rooms are cheap I think) I have heard nothing but good things about the place, just look it up on the web and book a room...
Can anyone offer me any good advice? Things to do in the winter? Good clubs in any of the cities?
Things to do in the winter: stay warm
Good clubs: Klubokawiarnia (the pseudo underground vibe with old PRL decor), otherwise just ask around when you are here and people will tell you what's cool..
Another good tip-if you need reasonably priced accomodation in Warsaw look up the OkiDoki hostel, the location is excellent and the prices are reasonable (even their single rooms are cheap I think) I have heard nothing but good things about the place, just look it up on the web and book a room...
randompal
11 Nov 2007
Life / Help with ASTER Internet [5]
If you live in Poland and have ASTER internet aT home please advise: I just signed up for the TPD (disk space) so I can download a huge amount of films but how do I actually download them?? I know its not a torrent, but some kind of different access program??
If you live in Poland and have ASTER internet aT home please advise: I just signed up for the TPD (disk space) so I can download a huge amount of films but how do I actually download them?? I know its not a torrent, but some kind of different access program??
randompal
10 Nov 2007
Travel / Petrified of traveling to Poland by myself [9]
what kind of advice r u looking for? the best advice is relax dont worry
what kind of advice r u looking for? the best advice is relax dont worry
randompal
10 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
their asscheeks haha
And what point of view are they going to show ?
their asscheeks haha
randompal
10 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
i agree that is prioroty number one...employment, wages, and a decent highway or two
they cannot overshadow the importance of a healthy economy
i agree that is prioroty number one...employment, wages, and a decent highway or two
randompal
10 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
bizarre, first I've heard of it. if I ever have kids I'll make sure to keep them on a short leash when visiting the Netherlands, thanks 4 the heads up!
bizarre, first I've heard of it. if I ever have kids I'll make sure to keep them on a short leash when visiting the Netherlands, thanks 4 the heads up!
randompal
10 Nov 2007
News / Polish people reactions towards the last elections in Poland [59]
just because Holland is one of my favorite places to visit doesnt mean that I have to live there. Yes I think Holland is a cool country, but I make it personal policy not to go and stay where I'm not explicitly invited to do so. Poland is my place of birth and my home of choice, thank you very much, even if I have to share that home with backwards-looking traditionalist fuddy-duddies who are scared of Tinky Winky and his furry friends
pedophiles, although indeed a creepy and disguisting breed, are everywhere. In Holland they feel a little more "free" to come out of the closet so it seems like there are more of them, I have not seen any credible evidence to suggest there are many more per capita than any other country
or to stay on topic I could have said "we voted PO so we wouldn't have to move to Holland" hahaha
Pal, If you didn't notice then I inform you that we "joined Europe" not so long ago and If you find Holland to be such a cool country then why don't you move there ?
just because Holland is one of my favorite places to visit doesnt mean that I have to live there. Yes I think Holland is a cool country, but I make it personal policy not to go and stay where I'm not explicitly invited to do so. Poland is my place of birth and my home of choice, thank you very much, even if I have to share that home with backwards-looking traditionalist fuddy-duddies who are scared of Tinky Winky and his furry friends
they feel Holland is no longer a safe place to bring their children up, in particular they feel they are unable to protect their children from paedophiles
pedophiles, although indeed a creepy and disguisting breed, are everywhere. In Holland they feel a little more "free" to come out of the closet so it seems like there are more of them, I have not seen any credible evidence to suggest there are many more per capita than any other country
Pal, If you didn't notice then I inform you that we "joined Europe" not so long ago and If you find Holland to be such a cool country then why don't you move there ?
or to stay on topic I could have said "we voted PO so we wouldn't have to move to Holland" hahaha