Seanus
17 Aug 2010
Work / Average monthly salary in Poland is around 1000 PLN (few hundred bucks). [387]
Stranger things have happened, Olaf ;) ;)
Stranger things have happened, Olaf ;) ;)
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
Work / Average monthly salary in Poland is around 1000 PLN (few hundred bucks). [387]
Gross probably
Gross probably
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
I didn't say otherwise, A J. My point was that they come freely to the UK anyway and they don't need our nod of approval either. From within, we will grant too much to an ungrateful child that has powerful toys. This child will get bigger and come to make us regret any help given.
Norway has also suffered from so-called charity. I watched a documentary where a Norwegian kid was made to feel bad for just being who he was by Muslims. He is constantly harassed at school.
We know what the immigration laws are in many countries, that's really not what I was discussing at all. They can get in quite easily and that's the point.
I didn't say otherwise, A J. My point was that they come freely to the UK anyway and they don't need our nod of approval either. From within, we will grant too much to an ungrateful child that has powerful toys. This child will get bigger and come to make us regret any help given.
Norway has also suffered from so-called charity. I watched a documentary where a Norwegian kid was made to feel bad for just being who he was by Muslims. He is constantly harassed at school.
We know what the immigration laws are in many countries, that's really not what I was discussing at all. They can get in quite easily and that's the point.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
News / Newsweek's The World's Best Countries (Poland ranked 29) [128]
Exactly, the suicide rate is even higher than in Japan and they are no strangers to the Columbine type killings either.
Exactly, the suicide rate is even higher than in Japan and they are no strangers to the Columbine type killings either.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
Love / Korean guy wondering about girls and life in Poland [50]
I've been to Korea. There are some really interesting people to talk to there. Being Asian, the girls are a fair bit more delicate than here, on average.
I've been to Korea. There are some really interesting people to talk to there. Being Asian, the girls are a fair bit more delicate than here, on average.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
News / Newsweek's The World's Best Countries (Poland ranked 29) [128]
Precisely! It's idle and unimaginative people giving themselves work.
Precisely! It's idle and unimaginative people giving themselves work.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
News / Newsweek's The World's Best Countries (Poland ranked 29) [128]
At least Poland is one country. The UK is comprised of 4 countries.
At least Poland is one country. The UK is comprised of 4 countries.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
Love / India guy Polish girl [57]
Curry is pretty diverse and some of the best food in the world. Anyway, I was talking about their industrial successes.
I don't tan, southern, I burn. You need a certain skin type for that.
Curry is pretty diverse and some of the best food in the world. Anyway, I was talking about their industrial successes.
I don't tan, southern, I burn. You need a certain skin type for that.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
Love / India guy Polish girl [57]
Southern, India is thriving which is more than can be said for Greece. Plus, you are hardly the whitest of people I've ever seen. Why even talk about a 'brown' race?
Southern, India is thriving which is more than can be said for Greece. Plus, you are hardly the whitest of people I've ever seen. Why even talk about a 'brown' race?
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
It's hard to say as they don't always disclose the participants due to the ethics of it all etc. This is not an election, Joe ;) ;)
Things are different in America, that's true. Europe will be put to the sword more but if people don't blame the War on Terror on Christians (as they shouldn't do) then it should, ceteris paribus, maintain its popularity.
It's hard to say as they don't always disclose the participants due to the ethics of it all etc. This is not an election, Joe ;) ;)
Things are different in America, that's true. Europe will be put to the sword more but if people don't blame the War on Terror on Christians (as they shouldn't do) then it should, ceteris paribus, maintain its popularity.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
It's maybe not dying, no, but waning in popularity according to the stats, Joe.
It's maybe not dying, no, but waning in popularity according to the stats, Joe.
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Are Polish people importing a new wave of ancient racism into the UK? [402]
That describes a Pakistani or Indian but I'll let him answer.
What, freedom of speech is denied to Poles for some reason?
That describes a Pakistani or Indian but I'll let him answer.
What, freedom of speech is denied to Poles for some reason?
Seanus
17 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Are Polish people importing a new wave of ancient racism into the UK? [402]
They pay taxes, man guy. As such, they are contributing to the state. Tell me this, what is a Brit? Define your typical Brit in several descriptive terms, please.
They pay taxes, man guy. As such, they are contributing to the state. Tell me this, what is a Brit? Define your typical Brit in several descriptive terms, please.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
LOL, succinctly put :) :) At least with Christians there is an incremental process at work. And why not? It gives people sth to chip away at and strive towards. Most positive changes don't happen overnight. They are the culmination of a lot of perseverance and moving from step to step. Good luck in getting off of home base with some of the Islamists we see on the go ;) ;) Like it or not, it's Us Vs Them on the macro scale. On a micro scale, there are those Muslims that I've gotten along with but we have to accept that you are guilty by association in some places.
LOL, succinctly put :) :) At least with Christians there is an incremental process at work. And why not? It gives people sth to chip away at and strive towards. Most positive changes don't happen overnight. They are the culmination of a lot of perseverance and moving from step to step. Good luck in getting off of home base with some of the Islamists we see on the go ;) ;) Like it or not, it's Us Vs Them on the macro scale. On a micro scale, there are those Muslims that I've gotten along with but we have to accept that you are guilty by association in some places.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
A J, let me explain. It was drawn to my attention last night in a credible article from The Guardian. The previous census data from 2001 had the belief rate in Scotland at 67%. I took part in the 1991 one (as a gatherer) so I know it's every 10 years. Therefore, we don't have a reasonably accurate statistical figure from a census so we have to make do with other methods. However, an extensive study came to the conclusion that it was 53% and with many not practising in 2009. The point is, it's dwindling. They have closed many Sunday schools and many claim to be disillusioned with religion. Plus, the rat race has been accelerated due to the influx of new 2004 EU members. Other factors have meant that people are working harder to keep their jobs. When I used the word 'renouncing', I meant that they are not practising their faith in churches. Some do indeed abandon their faith completely.
My point was simply this. If we continue down this path of moving away from the Christian faith, and Islamicisation continue unabated, the predictions of sociologists from demographic analyses of 2050 will be taken back even closer. It's not a question of inviting either, A J. They have the right to come and freedom of religion is sth that Obama and likely Cameron will do. No offence, but you live in Holland and not the UK. The War on Terror totally stirred the hornets nest and Islamists really came out of the caves if you forgive the pun. They breed like rabbits and their faith is not one where you can be half-hearted. Pick a country in Europe and you will likely see a vast disparity between those that label themselves and those that actually practise. Look no further than Poland. 95% by label and not even 60% practise. It just isn't that way with Muslims who are far more devoted to their faith. It's a way of life for most.
Now tell me my comment doesn't make sense ;) ;)
Politicians are stirring things up. Islam is the constant, we are the variable. I'm glad that France took a stand on the niqab/burka. I'm also worried about the future but the ball is in our court as to maintaining our faith.
A J, let me explain. It was drawn to my attention last night in a credible article from The Guardian. The previous census data from 2001 had the belief rate in Scotland at 67%. I took part in the 1991 one (as a gatherer) so I know it's every 10 years. Therefore, we don't have a reasonably accurate statistical figure from a census so we have to make do with other methods. However, an extensive study came to the conclusion that it was 53% and with many not practising in 2009. The point is, it's dwindling. They have closed many Sunday schools and many claim to be disillusioned with religion. Plus, the rat race has been accelerated due to the influx of new 2004 EU members. Other factors have meant that people are working harder to keep their jobs. When I used the word 'renouncing', I meant that they are not practising their faith in churches. Some do indeed abandon their faith completely.
My point was simply this. If we continue down this path of moving away from the Christian faith, and Islamicisation continue unabated, the predictions of sociologists from demographic analyses of 2050 will be taken back even closer. It's not a question of inviting either, A J. They have the right to come and freedom of religion is sth that Obama and likely Cameron will do. No offence, but you live in Holland and not the UK. The War on Terror totally stirred the hornets nest and Islamists really came out of the caves if you forgive the pun. They breed like rabbits and their faith is not one where you can be half-hearted. Pick a country in Europe and you will likely see a vast disparity between those that label themselves and those that actually practise. Look no further than Poland. 95% by label and not even 60% practise. It just isn't that way with Muslims who are far more devoted to their faith. It's a way of life for most.
Now tell me my comment doesn't make sense ;) ;)
Politicians are stirring things up. Islam is the constant, we are the variable. I'm glad that France took a stand on the niqab/burka. I'm also worried about the future but the ball is in our court as to maintaining our faith.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Are Polish people importing a new wave of ancient racism into the UK? [402]
I would like more British jobs for British workers simply because they are the natives there. However, some posters here are making the cardinal mistake that blacks are solely African and are well down on the pecking order. They ARE part of the national fabric of Britain and are thus very much in the mix. As such, they should get the nod ahead of other EU nationals according to the logic of some here. The best candidate for the job is an assessment for employers to make and not to be determined through solely racial criteria or other biases.
Are Polish people importing a new wave of ancient racism? No idea, nobody I know has spoken about it in Scotland. Most seem happy with their contribution.
I would like more British jobs for British workers simply because they are the natives there. However, some posters here are making the cardinal mistake that blacks are solely African and are well down on the pecking order. They ARE part of the national fabric of Britain and are thus very much in the mix. As such, they should get the nod ahead of other EU nationals according to the logic of some here. The best candidate for the job is an assessment for employers to make and not to be determined through solely racial criteria or other biases.
Are Polish people importing a new wave of ancient racism? No idea, nobody I know has spoken about it in Scotland. Most seem happy with their contribution.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
Food / Traditional Polish meal for my Polish boyfriend in the US? [71]
You should try a salad or two. A meal should be substantial for a Pole. Jarzynowa is vegetable salad and is great with tasty bread :)
You should try a salad or two. A meal should be substantial for a Pole. Jarzynowa is vegetable salad and is great with tasty bread :)
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Homeless Poles living on barbecued rats and alcoholic handwash? [62]
Explain please :)
Explain please :)
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
Certain people would love to see an implosion from within. By renouncing, and indeed denouncing our Christianity, we are just making the job of Islamic elements that bit easier. Britain, over the years, has allied itself closely with Arabic powers. It is more distant towards Israel than the US. There is also evidence that it colluded with Saudi Arabia on 9/11. They are digging their own grave and the people need to question it is what stickers they are wearing.
Certain people would love to see an implosion from within. By renouncing, and indeed denouncing our Christianity, we are just making the job of Islamic elements that bit easier. Britain, over the years, has allied itself closely with Arabic powers. It is more distant towards Israel than the US. There is also evidence that it colluded with Saudi Arabia on 9/11. They are digging their own grave and the people need to question it is what stickers they are wearing.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Homeless Poles living on barbecued rats and alcoholic handwash? [62]
It tells me that they need to rethink job creation and explore the different ways of carving out a living. Firing off the CV into the void makes no sense. Do what you've always done and you'll get what you've always got. Simple!
It's not bankrupt. You need to examine organisations like The Federal Reserve in America and how they can print money at will.
It tells me that they need to rethink job creation and explore the different ways of carving out a living. Firing off the CV into the void makes no sense. Do what you've always done and you'll get what you've always got. Simple!
It's not bankrupt. You need to examine organisations like The Federal Reserve in America and how they can print money at will.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
Life / Polish people and Politeness [84]
They stroke you like a dog or they struck you as.....? ;)
Many Polish people just drift along without harming anyone. Off in their own worlds a lot of the time.
They stroke you like a dog or they struck you as.....? ;)
Many Polish people just drift along without harming anyone. Off in their own worlds a lot of the time.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
Life / Polish people and Politeness [84]
Northern Italian level of politeness, kp? They have a reputation for being loud-mouthed, finger-clicking gits in places like Milan. I prefer the Poles passivity to Italians outward bellicosity. My Sicilian friend really doesn't like their arrogance.
Northern Italian level of politeness, kp? They have a reputation for being loud-mouthed, finger-clicking gits in places like Milan. I prefer the Poles passivity to Italians outward bellicosity. My Sicilian friend really doesn't like their arrogance.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
Food / Why is it that some Polish people refuse to eat anything that is not Polish? [120]
Angus is available here, I think. There is a quality place in Gliwice which I think does it. My American friend was there and he said there was so I believe him.
Yeah, some Scots eat some of the worst garbage and I think that is why they have the highest rate of coronary heart disease in Europe.
I guess Poles just got accustomed to eating food that is easy to prepare and quick. It's rather strange how it is the business types that seem to find the time to go to restaurants where it takes a day and an age to get your food.
Angus is available here, I think. There is a quality place in Gliwice which I think does it. My American friend was there and he said there was so I believe him.
Yeah, some Scots eat some of the worst garbage and I think that is why they have the highest rate of coronary heart disease in Europe.
I guess Poles just got accustomed to eating food that is easy to prepare and quick. It's rather strange how it is the business types that seem to find the time to go to restaurants where it takes a day and an age to get your food.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
Well, they are moral pronouncements but things go beyond that in this day and age. For their time, they were useful and still are to a certain extent. Still, strict adherence isn't always realistic. What about those that are not poor of their own accord and must steal to put food on their family? (to quote a Bushism, lol, to feed their family).
Well, they are moral pronouncements but things go beyond that in this day and age. For their time, they were useful and still are to a certain extent. Still, strict adherence isn't always realistic. What about those that are not poor of their own accord and must steal to put food on their family? (to quote a Bushism, lol, to feed their family).
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
Life / Polish people and Politeness [84]
Sorry but that just looks like you have spun a yarn. You need a publisher ;)
I like the fact that Polish people can be straight up about things. The British government tried to impose sloganistic notions like 'the feelgood factor' when many Brits were living in depression and suffering other illnesses. The Poles don't have that kind of pretentious nonsense on ready display.
Sorry but that just looks like you have spun a yarn. You need a publisher ;)
I like the fact that Polish people can be straight up about things. The British government tried to impose sloganistic notions like 'the feelgood factor' when many Brits were living in depression and suffering other illnesses. The Poles don't have that kind of pretentious nonsense on ready display.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
Morality is undoubtedly connected. Just look at the Ten Commandments and all those proverbs.
Morality is undoubtedly connected. Just look at the Ten Commandments and all those proverbs.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / The slow, whiny death of British Christianity [86]
The problem I have with religion is that it tells you what to believe. Just look at abortion. We can make informed choices without being told so directly.
The problem I have with religion is that it tells you what to believe. Just look at abortion. We can make informed choices without being told so directly.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
Life / Fascination of Poles with German Laundry Detergent [16]
There is a booth not far from here with only German washing products. Let's face it, the Germans have some of the best companies. Reckitt Benckiser (hmm...the Vanish company) and Henkel spring to mind. Still, there is only so much variation you can have and some of the Polish ones do the trick quite nicely.
There is a booth not far from here with only German washing products. Let's face it, the Germans have some of the best companies. Reckitt Benckiser (hmm...the Vanish company) and Henkel spring to mind. Still, there is only so much variation you can have and some of the Polish ones do the trick quite nicely.
Seanus
16 Aug 2010
UK, Ireland / Are Polish people importing a new wave of ancient racism into the UK? [402]
Most come to work but more and more chose to become squatters and that complicates the issue. They have to actively look for work under the current EU Directive but they aren't.
Well, under sth like affirmative action and equal opportunities, blacks can occupy prominent positions in the civil service and as doctors etc etc. They just needed a chance. As for Asians, quite a few are wealthy and you just need to look at their cars as evidence of that. Their businesses tend to flourish in the UK due to their 'pooling' resources and family approach to it. There is a steady demand for what they are selling.
However, many Poles have done a sterling job and it doesn't need to be Us Vs Them. What a primitive way of thinking. Let them do their job and you do yours.
Most come to work but more and more chose to become squatters and that complicates the issue. They have to actively look for work under the current EU Directive but they aren't.
Well, under sth like affirmative action and equal opportunities, blacks can occupy prominent positions in the civil service and as doctors etc etc. They just needed a chance. As for Asians, quite a few are wealthy and you just need to look at their cars as evidence of that. Their businesses tend to flourish in the UK due to their 'pooling' resources and family approach to it. There is a steady demand for what they are selling.
However, many Poles have done a sterling job and it doesn't need to be Us Vs Them. What a primitive way of thinking. Let them do their job and you do yours.