Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
Well that still sucks, but at least it's better than before.
Well that still sucks, but at least it's better than before.
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Language / What has been the hardest language for you to learn? [81]
My second language was German. Later I learned English and forgot German, and still spoke Polish (although very little) with my parents at home. I basically had to learn most of Polish over again when I came back to Poland :)
My second language was German. Later I learned English and forgot German, and still spoke Polish (although very little) with my parents at home. I basically had to learn most of Polish over again when I came back to Poland :)
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_in_Europe_by_monthly_average_wage
Yeah right, more like 1.200-1.500 PLN per month.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_in_Europe_by_monthly_average_wage
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]
Russia has also looked West at certain times in her history. It's not all about religion.
It's the language, the shared history, culture. It's the fact that Warsaw looks a lot more like Moscow than like Brussels, and the fact Poles are more similar to Russians in character.
No, it's not introspection. It's the resentment we still have because Russia is more powerful than us and has waged wars and occupied us, coupled with the mistaken notion that they consider us a threat to them.
So? Tchaikovsky (whose father had Polish and Ukrainian blood) lived in Lake Geneva, Rachmaninov lived in New York.
Historically Poland has always looked West, that's why they're Roman Catholic and not Eastern Orthodox.
Russia has also looked West at certain times in her history. It's not all about religion.
It's the language, the shared history, culture. It's the fact that Warsaw looks a lot more like Moscow than like Brussels, and the fact Poles are more similar to Russians in character.
Being introspective doesn't mean that you suffer an inferiority complex.
No, it's not introspection. It's the resentment we still have because Russia is more powerful than us and has waged wars and occupied us, coupled with the mistaken notion that they consider us a threat to them.
Chopin lived in Vienna and Paris not Moscow.
So? Tchaikovsky (whose father had Polish and Ukrainian blood) lived in Lake Geneva, Rachmaninov lived in New York.
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Language / What has been the hardest language for you to learn? [81]
It was easy for me because I learned it when I was young, in an English-speaking country.
Arabic and French, for example, I studied mostly from books.
It was easy for me because I learned it when I was young, in an English-speaking country.
Arabic and French, for example, I studied mostly from books.
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Language / What has been the hardest language for you to learn? [81]
Here are all the languages I've studied, from hardest to easiest to learn:
Arabic
French
English
German
Russian
Age of the learner makes a huge difference: I learned German and English when I was very young, and Russian was easy because it's so similar to Polish.
I could add Polish to the list: I was born in Poland, but I had to re-learn Polish when I returned here. I could put it somewhere in the middle of my list: it was not that difficult, but I would not call it easy. Especially the different word endings, which I still struggle with.
Here are all the languages I've studied, from hardest to easiest to learn:
Arabic
French
English
German
Russian
Age of the learner makes a huge difference: I learned German and English when I was very young, and Russian was easy because it's so similar to Polish.
I could add Polish to the list: I was born in Poland, but I had to re-learn Polish when I returned here. I could put it somewhere in the middle of my list: it was not that difficult, but I would not call it easy. Especially the different word endings, which I still struggle with.
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
Harry, I never lie :)
The lady i rent from has had this apartment since at least the 1970s, but I never asked about further history or details... I also didn't mention that it's old. It's an old kamienica, and one of the few buildings that survived the war. I had a very old laundry machine when I first moved in (it broke, and now I have a new one,) very worn wooden floors, leakage stains on the ceiling that need a paint job, old windows that I have to stuff with towels during the cold winters, an old bathtub that I have to crouch in to wash.
I don't mind all that stuff, I love it here and the location can't be beat. But I was told (by the owner) that most Poles who view the place run fast when they see there are no modern conveniences and appliances, hence the low price.
Did you look at the link? I'm not seeing Nowa Huta, and I'm seeing prices way under 2k.
All the foreigners I know make a good effort. I also know Arabs here and in Krakow who are very successful and work hard (no, not at kebab restaurants.) That's why I've gone to the trouble to reply at length to this guy.
I might have to call bullshiit on that statement. Market price for that size in that location is at the very least two thousand. The administration charge alone on 50m is going to be nearly half the rent you're claiming to pay.
Harry, I never lie :)
The lady i rent from has had this apartment since at least the 1970s, but I never asked about further history or details... I also didn't mention that it's old. It's an old kamienica, and one of the few buildings that survived the war. I had a very old laundry machine when I first moved in (it broke, and now I have a new one,) very worn wooden floors, leakage stains on the ceiling that need a paint job, old windows that I have to stuff with towels during the cold winters, an old bathtub that I have to crouch in to wash.
I don't mind all that stuff, I love it here and the location can't be beat. But I was told (by the owner) that most Poles who view the place run fast when they see there are no modern conveniences and appliances, hence the low price.
How many foreigners do you know who makes a good effort ;-)
But sure, It might be possible in Nowa huta.
But sure, It might be possible in Nowa huta.
Did you look at the link? I'm not seeing Nowa Huta, and I'm seeing prices way under 2k.
All the foreigners I know make a good effort. I also know Arabs here and in Krakow who are very successful and work hard (no, not at kebab restaurants.) That's why I've gone to the trouble to reply at length to this guy.
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
I'm getting a good deal, but quite a few people are in this city. Just takes patience and time to hunt around. I was paying 1,600 in Wola when I first moved here...
Just saying he was told 2,800 for two rooms, and I think that's outrageous. You say 2k, but I figure he can find a decent place for 1,600 if he makes a good effort.
Thats a god d*mn good barking you've got there!
2-2400 including bills is realistic for a 60+ square meter apt. in Krakow.
2-2400 including bills is realistic for a 60+ square meter apt. in Krakow.
I'm getting a good deal, but quite a few people are in this city. Just takes patience and time to hunt around. I was paying 1,600 in Wola when I first moved here...
Just saying he was told 2,800 for two rooms, and I think that's outrageous. You say 2k, but I figure he can find a decent place for 1,600 if he makes a good effort.
Dominika99
2 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
Here, this time I read your post and have some real advice:
I don't know where you live now, but there are a lot of things you should consider. Would this move to Krakow be permanent, or would you just help out in the opening and leave? Are they offering you less money for Krakow than you're making in your current position? If you have a young kid, how much do you know about Poland and what it might be like to raise a kid here?
The average monthly salary in Poland is about 3,000 zloty, so you would be making twice the national average. It's enough for a good and comfortable life if you're smart with your money.
Who told you it costs 3,000 zloty for an apartment in Krakow? That seems very high to me. I pay 1,000 zloty for 50 sq metres in Warsaw, and I live in the city centre. (I'm renting from a friend of the family, but I'm just saying it's possible to find a bargain like this and 3,000 zloty for Krakow is WAY too high.)
I did a search for two-room apartments in Krakow (dwupokojowe means two-room.) Look at the prices:
mieszkania.trovit.pl/do-wynajecia-mieszkanie-dwupokojowe-krak%C3%B3w
That depends where you're living now and how much money you're making. I wouldn't make a big move like this, especially if you've got family, unless it really means a step up for you.
Here, this time I read your post and have some real advice:
I am working in an international company , they have opened a new branch in Cracow and they need my help there . So I am planning to move to Cracow-Poland next year to work in the new branch . However the offer is not so tempting .
I would like to know if this amount of money if enough to rent a good place for me , my wife and our 1 year old-child , an average furnitured two room apartment should be okay .
I would like to know if this amount of money if enough to rent a good place for me , my wife and our 1 year old-child , an average furnitured two room apartment should be okay .
I don't know where you live now, but there are a lot of things you should consider. Would this move to Krakow be permanent, or would you just help out in the opening and leave? Are they offering you less money for Krakow than you're making in your current position? If you have a young kid, how much do you know about Poland and what it might be like to raise a kid here?
And to live an average living . The offer will cover health insurance for me and my family & 100.000 PLN gross salary per year & Pension . After tax deductions it will be ~ 6650 PLN\month .
I heard that I need to pay ~2800 PLN\month for such apartment , which leaves 3850 PLN\month .
Can I live a decent live with this amount of money ?
I heard that I need to pay ~2800 PLN\month for such apartment , which leaves 3850 PLN\month .
Can I live a decent live with this amount of money ?
The average monthly salary in Poland is about 3,000 zloty, so you would be making twice the national average. It's enough for a good and comfortable life if you're smart with your money.
Who told you it costs 3,000 zloty for an apartment in Krakow? That seems very high to me. I pay 1,000 zloty for 50 sq metres in Warsaw, and I live in the city centre. (I'm renting from a friend of the family, but I'm just saying it's possible to find a bargain like this and 3,000 zloty for Krakow is WAY too high.)
I did a search for two-room apartments in Krakow (dwupokojowe means two-room.) Look at the prices:
mieszkania.trovit.pl/do-wynajecia-mieszkanie-dwupokojowe-krak%C3%B3w
Note : I live in a place that the cost of food and basic-market-things is almost the same as in Cracow .
What do you think ? should i accept the offer ?
What do you think ? should i accept the offer ?
That depends where you're living now and how much money you're making. I wouldn't make a big move like this, especially if you've got family, unless it really means a step up for you.
Dominika99
1 Nov 2012
Work / Advise on moving to Poland-Cracow (working for an international company in Krakow) [22]
And they have shisha.
And they have shisha.
Dominika99
1 Nov 2012
History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]
My friend works here and she says she runs up against stereotypes regularly, so your friend is probably right.
So Polish society is boring for you because it's so similar to Ukrainian culture?
I think it's boring because Poland is trying too hard to be European, or a part of the EU, and they forget that they're Slavs, not Protestants. We're closer to Moscow in our culture than we are to Brussels, but Polish people are too ashamed to admit that. It's like we're trying to be something we're not, and throwing away the common Slavic heritage all because of some war cr-p. That's just my opinion. It's like how Dostoyevsky thought in his days that Russia was forgetting its own culture and being too easily swayed by Western European ideas. Maybe we've got an inferiority complex?
Recently I read comments of some modern Western Ukrainian (who seem to be worked for a Pole employer) that Pole will never treat Ukrainian as something equel to them.
My friend works here and she says she runs up against stereotypes regularly, so your friend is probably right.
What is concerning to my personal imagination from movies and cominication I find Polish society a bit boring.Majority of Ukrainians know that poles belong to Slavic culture and at times USSR it wasn`t even considered to be a completely abroad.
So Polish society is boring for you because it's so similar to Ukrainian culture?
I think it's boring because Poland is trying too hard to be European, or a part of the EU, and they forget that they're Slavs, not Protestants. We're closer to Moscow in our culture than we are to Brussels, but Polish people are too ashamed to admit that. It's like we're trying to be something we're not, and throwing away the common Slavic heritage all because of some war cr-p. That's just my opinion. It's like how Dostoyevsky thought in his days that Russia was forgetting its own culture and being too easily swayed by Western European ideas. Maybe we've got an inferiority complex?
Dominika99
1 Nov 2012
History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]
Hey Vlad (if you're Ukrainian) and anybody else who can tell me, I'm curious what Ukrainians think about Polish people?
I was talking to my friend from Donetsk today, and she said some Ukrainians consider Poles argumentative.
What the hell! Are you guys KIDDING me?
No, seriously :) Can you tell me the stereotypes? She didn't want to tell me any more, but I'd be interested to know. I'll keep in mind that it's only a minority of Ukrainians that think badly about Poles. And since I told you some Polish stereotypes about Ukrainians, maybe any of you can return the favour?
Hey Vlad (if you're Ukrainian) and anybody else who can tell me, I'm curious what Ukrainians think about Polish people?
I was talking to my friend from Donetsk today, and she said some Ukrainians consider Poles argumentative.
What the hell! Are you guys KIDDING me?
No, seriously :) Can you tell me the stereotypes? She didn't want to tell me any more, but I'd be interested to know. I'll keep in mind that it's only a minority of Ukrainians that think badly about Poles. And since I told you some Polish stereotypes about Ukrainians, maybe any of you can return the favour?
Dominika99
1 Nov 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
The woman was asking what she should do, because she's allergic to wax. People were replying to her. That's how forums work, and that's what they're here for.
you have no right to come on a thread and start telling women what they have to do with their pubic hair
The woman was asking what she should do, because she's allergic to wax. People were replying to her. That's how forums work, and that's what they're here for.
Dominika99
1 Nov 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
By the way, have you tried sugar waxing? Can't imagine you're allergic to water, lemons or caramelized sugar. It's also less painful than traditional waxing, but you have to find a place where they know what they're doing.
I didn't notice it either at first. It's all fun and games when you visit, but try living here for a couple years and you'll understand why the folks in Krakow have those stereotypes about the capital.
Creams? Doesn't work at all.
By the way, have you tried sugar waxing? Can't imagine you're allergic to water, lemons or caramelized sugar. It's also less painful than traditional waxing, but you have to find a place where they know what they're doing.
I haven't noticed any arrogance there... but wait, aren't you arrogant yourself? And hey you live in Warsaw. What a coincidence! :)
I didn't notice it either at first. It's all fun and games when you visit, but try living here for a couple years and you'll understand why the folks in Krakow have those stereotypes about the capital.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
By the way, I'm hardly alone in not liking the city or finding its residents ... peculiar. The fact people in Warsaw are arrogant has been so widely observed that it has blossomed into a national stereotype. There are songs asking trains to go anywhere but Warsaw, and even my own mother (when she visits) doesn't want to go anywhere around here besides the Old Town.
I'm not the Tourism Ministry... I don't have to promote anything.
If you find talk about waxing and shaving offensive, then don't read.
thread about Warsaw
By the way, I'm hardly alone in not liking the city or finding its residents ... peculiar. The fact people in Warsaw are arrogant has been so widely observed that it has blossomed into a national stereotype. There are songs asking trains to go anywhere but Warsaw, and even my own mother (when she visits) doesn't want to go anywhere around here besides the Old Town.
I don't think any of you should be dicussing your privates! I only just read the other ladies' contribution! Neither of you are promoting a good image for Polish women at the moment!!
I'm not the Tourism Ministry... I don't have to promote anything.
If you find talk about waxing and shaving offensive, then don't read.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
Well he's now re-directed his attentions to a certain un-waxed woman, and is now discussing laser removal options with her. Let me guess, you're not going to call HER a hussy for saying she's got thick hair because of a hormonal imbalance, are you?
See that's your stereotype. I'm not classy because I wax, and everybody else who's talking about tehir hair... well they're just normal, modest and independent Polish women.
Obviously it may be accidental but some of your comments across as being geared to attracting male attention, especially given the sleezebag remarks of some t-sser who calls himself English, you are only inflaming his pathetic ardour!
Well he's now re-directed his attentions to a certain un-waxed woman, and is now discussing laser removal options with her. Let me guess, you're not going to call HER a hussy for saying she's got thick hair because of a hormonal imbalance, are you?
See that's your stereotype. I'm not classy because I wax, and everybody else who's talking about tehir hair... well they're just normal, modest and independent Polish women.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
I respond to b-tchy comments in a b-tchy way.
You may not believe it, but I don't wax to please men. I do it because it feels clean and nice, and I like it. I also wear perfume to bed, even when I'm alone. Does doing nice things for yourself always have to involve a man?
Dissing your pubes on a public forum is not classy and only strengthens the stereotype of Polish women doing anything to please men, especially when you make really
b-tchy comments to women who disagree with you!!!!
b-tchy comments to women who disagree with you!!!!
I respond to b-tchy comments in a b-tchy way.
You may not believe it, but I don't wax to please men. I do it because it feels clean and nice, and I like it. I also wear perfume to bed, even when I'm alone. Does doing nice things for yourself always have to involve a man?
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
No, those are the reasons why I don't like you.
Wow, that's probably the reason you don't get along with people here.
No, those are the reasons why I don't like you.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
And you've commented on this thread, and I made the assumption that you've got bad taste in men, poor personal hygiene, no sense of humour and no ability to distinguish sarcasm. You also said you were allergic to wax, and then complained that the beauty parlour refused to wax you. From that I deduce that you're either not very bright, or you're making things up to prove your point, or you have problems with getting the chronology straight in your anecdotes. I've also made the assumption that you are a product of Polish culture, because I don't understand your attempts at humour and find them juvenile.
Alright, to be honest, that assumption was made not only based on this thread but others you've already commented in.
And you've commented on this thread, and I made the assumption that you've got bad taste in men, poor personal hygiene, no sense of humour and no ability to distinguish sarcasm. You also said you were allergic to wax, and then complained that the beauty parlour refused to wax you. From that I deduce that you're either not very bright, or you're making things up to prove your point, or you have problems with getting the chronology straight in your anecdotes. I've also made the assumption that you are a product of Polish culture, because I don't understand your attempts at humour and find them juvenile.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
Based on your repeated posts about how it's not beautiful or sanitary to shave, and how shaving can lead to infections, and how soap and water are enough... no, I'm sure nobody has a clue what yours looks like.
You were able to tell me that I'm probably 19 because I get waxed... so you figure out how people make stupid judgments if you're not able to pick up on sarcasm.
what my vagina looks like is between me and my man thats it
Based on your repeated posts about how it's not beautiful or sanitary to shave, and how shaving can lead to infections, and how soap and water are enough... no, I'm sure nobody has a clue what yours looks like.
Interesting how can you judge my sense of humour, matury and taste in men by a comment about waxing?
You were able to tell me that I'm probably 19 because I get waxed... so you figure out how people make stupid judgments if you're not able to pick up on sarcasm.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
It's lame to say your own hair is for hygiene, and anybody who doesn't like it is paedofile. Too much pop psychology and insecurities, sweetie.
It's lame to say your own hair is for hygiene, and anybody who doesn't like it is paedofile. Too much pop psychology and insecurities, sweetie.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
I was about to tell you about your great sense of humour, maturity and taste in men, but then I remembered you don't care what I think.
I was about to tell you about your great sense of humour, maturity and taste in men, but then I remembered you don't care what I think.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
But if you're clean according to yourself, then why does it matter what I think?
I don't like hairy guys, ergo I have a subconscious attraction to prepubescent boys? Good to know
But according to you if I don't wax I'm unhygienic... and I don't want to be classified as a slob! ;)
But if you're clean according to yourself, then why does it matter what I think?
englishman are you crazy why would you put teatree oil on your fanjo - the hair is there for hygiene - anyone who wants to shag a woman with a bald p.ussy is probably a paedophile - especially ones who think it's 'prettier' - there's a lot of it about y'know.
I don't like hairy guys, ergo I have a subconscious attraction to prepubescent boys? Good to know
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
If you're allergic to wax, then I'd say... don't wax.
I'll do whatever I please with my body, but thanks for your opinion.
I'm severely allergic to wax and my hair are so thinck that even a cosmetican refused to wax me...
If you're allergic to wax, then I'd say... don't wax.
Oh dear, what you have to do is just wash there regularly.
I'll do whatever I please with my body, but thanks for your opinion.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
Who said anything about shaving? I'm talking about wax. Never had problems wish rashes or infections.
Why would I trim it? I like how smooth my skin is when it's waxed. Sex is better, and I feel a lot cleaner.
there is a difference between trimmed and shaved bald ... and soap and water go a long way you dont have to shave to be hygenic you have to wash yourself
Who said anything about shaving? I'm talking about wax. Never had problems wish rashes or infections.
Why would I trim it? I like how smooth my skin is when it's waxed. Sex is better, and I feel a lot cleaner.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]
I have no idea... I don't know what UPA is.
But older people talk about the war a lot. It was so traumatic for them that I think they'll never get over it, and they constantly think about it even today.
My grandma loves to repeat this story about how her "true love" was shot down by Ukrainians... he was supposedly heartbroken because she refused to kiss him or marry him, and he ran straight into some Ukrainians because he wanted to die. I told her anybody in the world would shoot a guy down if he was from the opposing army and running towards them. But she loves to tell the story anyways, and sometimes she talks about how the Ukrainians were particularly brutal when they killed Poles.
I never really thought about the Ukrainians much, and I had no opinion of them, but now I have a best friend from there and those stories **** me off.
So one part of me thinks I should read and get to know more about my country's history, because I didn't grow up here and I didn't study history in a Polish school.
Another part of me knows that I don't have to read anything.
I already know that what my grandma says about them is ********.
I have no idea... I don't know what UPA is.
But older people talk about the war a lot. It was so traumatic for them that I think they'll never get over it, and they constantly think about it even today.
My grandma loves to repeat this story about how her "true love" was shot down by Ukrainians... he was supposedly heartbroken because she refused to kiss him or marry him, and he ran straight into some Ukrainians because he wanted to die. I told her anybody in the world would shoot a guy down if he was from the opposing army and running towards them. But she loves to tell the story anyways, and sometimes she talks about how the Ukrainians were particularly brutal when they killed Poles.
I never really thought about the Ukrainians much, and I had no opinion of them, but now I have a best friend from there and those stories **** me off.
So one part of me thinks I should read and get to know more about my country's history, because I didn't grow up here and I didn't study history in a Polish school.
Another part of me knows that I don't have to read anything.
I already know that what my grandma says about them is ********.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Love / What differences is there among Polish girls and British girls as girlfriends? [102]
It's not only about pleasing men... it's also about personal hygiene.
oh well this is really something that needs to be considered when choosing someone as your girlfriend ... ugh i think i hate men
It's not only about pleasing men... it's also about personal hygiene.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]
Does this effect what you think of the Ukrainian people today? Just curious.
My father's uncle was send to forest for wood by his father.Everyone told him it wasn't save because of Ukrainians but he said it's rubbish My father's uncle went and later horses came back with his sliced body.
Does this effect what you think of the Ukrainian people today? Just curious.
Dominika99
31 Oct 2012
History / Polish relation about Russians, Ukrainians? [281]
One time when my mother was here visiting, I invited them all (my mom and my friend from Donetsk,) out to a nice restaurant. Since I was inviting them, I assumed everyone knew that I would be paying. At the end of the meal, I paid, and neither of them offered to chip in or leave a tip. After we left, my mom asked why my friend hadn't offered to pay, and she told me to "be careful about her" because some Ukrainians can be sly about squeezing money out of people.
My aunt also warned me about her... I asked why, and she said it was because the Ukrainians "did a lot of bad things to Poles" during the war. I didn't ask her to elaborate.
I would be grad to know what are exacly those stereotypes? (I`m not going to abuse on your mother.)
One time when my mother was here visiting, I invited them all (my mom and my friend from Donetsk,) out to a nice restaurant. Since I was inviting them, I assumed everyone knew that I would be paying. At the end of the meal, I paid, and neither of them offered to chip in or leave a tip. After we left, my mom asked why my friend hadn't offered to pay, and she told me to "be careful about her" because some Ukrainians can be sly about squeezing money out of people.
My aunt also warned me about her... I asked why, and she said it was because the Ukrainians "did a lot of bad things to Poles" during the war. I didn't ask her to elaborate.