Seanus
27 Jun 2011
Work / Advice on Teaching in Silesia [23]
Rybnik is what the OP referred to. Krasnik is unknown to me.
Rybnik is what the OP referred to. Krasnik is unknown to me.
Seanus
27 Jun 2011
Work / Advice on Teaching in Silesia [23]
As John Lennon said "life is what happens to you whilst you're busy making other plans". This is sometimes the case in my life but I have an easier week this week :) You do have to work hard to get good money in teaching. It was even better before but I moved away from that school due to a lack of hours.
Rybnik? I know a guy who works in Rybnik and he is going back to England for the summer. An English guy, really nice.
As John Lennon said "life is what happens to you whilst you're busy making other plans". This is sometimes the case in my life but I have an easier week this week :) You do have to work hard to get good money in teaching. It was even better before but I moved away from that school due to a lack of hours.
Rybnik? I know a guy who works in Rybnik and he is going back to England for the summer. An English guy, really nice.
Seanus
27 Jun 2011
Work / Advice on Teaching in Silesia [23]
I teach in a private school plus have a regular crop of students here in Silesia. I think you are thinking of state school teachers. Also worth checking out is the summer options. I still hit the 5.5k mark this month but it will fall away a little as more students go on their holidays. However, I'm not here for the money as that's not what it's all about. At least I believe a teacher shouldn't think that way. You are there to help and if that isn't in your nature then I'd recommend a change of profession.
I teach in a private school plus have a regular crop of students here in Silesia. I think you are thinking of state school teachers. Also worth checking out is the summer options. I still hit the 5.5k mark this month but it will fall away a little as more students go on their holidays. However, I'm not here for the money as that's not what it's all about. At least I believe a teacher shouldn't think that way. You are there to help and if that isn't in your nature then I'd recommend a change of profession.
Seanus
27 Jun 2011
Work / Advice on Teaching in Silesia [23]
It depends how much work gets given to them and how many privates they can get. Look to get around 5.5k per month gross.
It depends how much work gets given to them and how many privates they can get. Look to get around 5.5k per month gross.
Seanus
27 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / The number of Anti-English Poles... [228]
Like many Brits, Daisy, yes. However, it doesn't change the fact that many enjoy the coastal resorts and Britain enjoys the advantage of being an island. I know many Poles that travel from the south of Poland right up to the north just to experience the coast. Many Poles tend to enjoy it so they will feel happier and less inclined to hit out.
Like many Brits, Daisy, yes. However, it doesn't change the fact that many enjoy the coastal resorts and Britain enjoys the advantage of being an island. I know many Poles that travel from the south of Poland right up to the north just to experience the coast. Many Poles tend to enjoy it so they will feel happier and less inclined to hit out.
Seanus
27 Jun 2011
Work / Advice on Teaching in Silesia [23]
It's not that bad for a first job. You will have to be a little careful with it but you won't have to pay much ZUS so you should have a reasonable level of disposable income.
It's not that bad for a first job. You will have to be a little careful with it but you won't have to pay much ZUS so you should have a reasonable level of disposable income.
Seanus
27 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / The number of Anti-English Poles... [228]
I'm nobody's pet, isthatu2. Best remember that and best stay on topic. I tell people what they need to know. If they don't like it then they can tell me to my face and see how far that gets them.
Britain is currently enjoying a hot spell and that makes people happier. The incidences of sniping at other country's people reduces as the feelbad factor slips away. Therefore, I don't think you will see so many jabs at Poles from the English.
I also feel that many Poles like England as they love wearing England football shirts :)
I'm nobody's pet, isthatu2. Best remember that and best stay on topic. I tell people what they need to know. If they don't like it then they can tell me to my face and see how far that gets them.
Britain is currently enjoying a hot spell and that makes people happier. The incidences of sniping at other country's people reduces as the feelbad factor slips away. Therefore, I don't think you will see so many jabs at Poles from the English.
I also feel that many Poles like England as they love wearing England football shirts :)
Seanus
26 Jun 2011
Life / Homosexuality in Polish Culture [231]
Pol3, ask a practising gay living in Poland, how open do you feel Poland is on this matter?
Pol3, ask a practising gay living in Poland, how open do you feel Poland is on this matter?
Seanus
26 Jun 2011
History / Chance of Lwów once again became coming part of Poland [344]
The chances of Lwów once again becoming part of Poland? Almost nil as politicians don't want it. Chattering on a forum will do very little but it wouldn't change anything anyway.
The chances of Lwów once again becoming part of Poland? Almost nil as politicians don't want it. Chattering on a forum will do very little but it wouldn't change anything anyway.
Seanus
26 Jun 2011
Seanus
25 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / Polish clubs / pubs in Dublin? [17]
Because the locals are in the majority. There are huge numbers of Poles in Dublin so finding a Polish pub shouldn't be hard.
Because the locals are in the majority. There are huge numbers of Poles in Dublin so finding a Polish pub shouldn't be hard.
Seanus
25 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / Polish clubs / pubs in Dublin? [17]
Pubs I can understand but why clubs? Why not mix with the locals like most people do when they travel?
Pubs I can understand but why clubs? Why not mix with the locals like most people do when they travel?
Seanus
25 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Crow, I'm still waiting for proof of that provocation ;) ;)
Crow, I'm still waiting for proof of that provocation ;) ;)
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
Life / How many Jewish people live in Poland? [145]
The simple answer is, not so many. Rumour has it that Tusk sent sb round Poland on a salary of 500PLN per month to count them all :) Why does it matter anyway? Check Polish census data as that what a census is for.
The simple answer is, not so many. Rumour has it that Tusk sent sb round Poland on a salary of 500PLN per month to count them all :) Why does it matter anyway? Check Polish census data as that what a census is for.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / Poles top the UK's EU crime figures [78]
I really find it astonishing how people desert what their university education teaches them, or should teach/have taught them at least. Namely, that one source says this whilst another one says this, yet another one says this etc etc. Blanket assertions serve little purpose as they are invariably based on prejudice or defensiveness. I don't profess to know either way but I know that many 'wayward' Poles went across but, again, I don't see the point in predicting what they have done, did or didn't do. That's for the police.
I really find it astonishing how people desert what their university education teaches them, or should teach/have taught them at least. Namely, that one source says this whilst another one says this, yet another one says this etc etc. Blanket assertions serve little purpose as they are invariably based on prejudice or defensiveness. I don't profess to know either way but I know that many 'wayward' Poles went across but, again, I don't see the point in predicting what they have done, did or didn't do. That's for the police.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Crow, ever been to Silesia? You can learn much from people here and also highlanders :) Just to get you back on topic, you understand? ;)
Crow, ever been to Silesia? You can learn much from people here and also highlanders :) Just to get you back on topic, you understand? ;)
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
Life / European Capital of Culture 2016: Which Polish city do you wish to win? [42]
I must have confused it with sth else, sorry :( I haven't yet, no. Gliwice would be a rare winner for 2016. They are starting to tidy it up so it has a chance :)
I must have confused it with sth else, sorry :( I haven't yet, no. Gliwice would be a rare winner for 2016. They are starting to tidy it up so it has a chance :)
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Which way to go? You mean to separate or not? There is a certain laissez-faire mentality here, you are right. My answer has already been stated above in that they will only start speaking out if their identity is threatened. Again, just a standard human response. I often maintain also that such movements come from bored minds. I mean, what is stopping people from being Silesian here in Silesia? It can freely embrace its diversity.
Which way to go? You mean to separate or not? There is a certain laissez-faire mentality here, you are right. My answer has already been stated above in that they will only start speaking out if their identity is threatened. Again, just a standard human response. I often maintain also that such movements come from bored minds. I mean, what is stopping people from being Silesian here in Silesia? It can freely embrace its diversity.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
Off-Topic / Countries and your associations in 5 words/descriptions. [56]
It's rather off-topic, Nathan, but a nice idea.
It's rather off-topic, Nathan, but a nice idea.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
Life / European Capital of Culture 2016: Which Polish city do you wish to win? [42]
Lublin fares very well in the beer culture side of things. Perła, £omża and Goolman are just 3 of the top brews there.
Wrocław is always a worthy winner :) :)
Lublin fares very well in the beer culture side of things. Perła, £omża and Goolman are just 3 of the top brews there.
Wrocław is always a worthy winner :) :)
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Well, it is easier having a Silesian family in law, yes :) However, it is not full-on by any extent. As I said before, it is stronger the closer to Katowice you go. I couldn't understand some things those 'Chorzowians' said ;) However, my wife also didn't understand the word 'dołza' when I wrote it to her the other day and she is much more Silesian than I will ever be, more by default than by language.
Your English is far from poor. Like native speakers, myself very much included, it can be loose but that's no shame.
They melted together to try and form one fabric, yes. I know a guy from Cieszyn and he acknowledges the Czech movements from there and around Silesia.
Well, it is easier having a Silesian family in law, yes :) However, it is not full-on by any extent. As I said before, it is stronger the closer to Katowice you go. I couldn't understand some things those 'Chorzowians' said ;) However, my wife also didn't understand the word 'dołza' when I wrote it to her the other day and she is much more Silesian than I will ever be, more by default than by language.
Your English is far from poor. Like native speakers, myself very much included, it can be loose but that's no shame.
They melted together to try and form one fabric, yes. I know a guy from Cieszyn and he acknowledges the Czech movements from there and around Silesia.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Tusk has neatly sidestepped the issue as it is a future hot potato. The Kashub should know a thing or two about not being really Polish :)
Tusk has neatly sidestepped the issue as it is a future hot potato. The Kashub should know a thing or two about not being really Polish :)
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Crow, are you aware of any forceful demands from the German side as it is a mute point here? The various separatist movement marches here don't garner too much support. Much ado about nothing!
Crow, are you aware of any forceful demands from the German side as it is a mute point here? The various separatist movement marches here don't garner too much support. Much ado about nothing!
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
AS, your English suggested that Silesia is 1/3, 1/3, 1/3 in terms of numbers between German, Polish and Czech. You are painting it far too black+white, AS. They are often hybrids like my parents in law. They are mixed. Both of their mothers were pure German. However, they spoke Polish to them. My mother in law speaks more Silesian than my father in law but they both see themselves as Silesian.
AS, your English suggested that Silesia is 1/3, 1/3, 1/3 in terms of numbers between German, Polish and Czech. You are painting it far too black+white, AS. They are often hybrids like my parents in law. They are mixed. Both of their mothers were pure German. However, they spoke Polish to them. My mother in law speaks more Silesian than my father in law but they both see themselves as Silesian.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Poles are Serbs ;) ;)
Any numbers to back that up, AS?
Poles are Serbs ;) ;)
Any numbers to back that up, AS?
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
True, gumishu. However, remember that Poles gave Lithuania a hugely Polish flavour and didn't want to give that up easily. It does look German but the architecture in parts, for me, was similar to Prague :)
True, gumishu. However, remember that Poles gave Lithuania a hugely Polish flavour and didn't want to give that up easily. It does look German but the architecture in parts, for me, was similar to Prague :)
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
Indeed! :) Those darned mohair berets :) They spoke Polish mostly :) Silesian language is used more in Chorzów and Bytom.
Indeed! :) Those darned mohair berets :) They spoke Polish mostly :) Silesian language is used more in Chorzów and Bytom.
Seanus
24 Jun 2011
News / Germany provoke Poland using Silesian question. Poland's attitude ? [124]
BB, you are putting words in my mouth. I said that they were all Slavs at the party but that means only that. Silesian had many Germans in the past but that flavour has changed.
BB, you are putting words in my mouth. I said that they were all Slavs at the party but that means only that. Silesian had many Germans in the past but that flavour has changed.
Seanus
23 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / Poles top the UK's EU crime figures [78]
What's your name, son? Eh, Paweł. Job? Factory worker. Second job? Car thief :) :) Supplemental income :) Joking aside, I can see some hiking up the figures as part of an agenda. Poles excel in smart crime but Brits are far worse when it comes to serious crimes.
What's your name, son? Eh, Paweł. Job? Factory worker. Second job? Car thief :) :) Supplemental income :) Joking aside, I can see some hiking up the figures as part of an agenda. Poles excel in smart crime but Brits are far worse when it comes to serious crimes.
Seanus
23 Jun 2011
UK, Ireland / Poles top the UK's EU crime figures [78]
I think some of those Poles that commit crimes in the UK were victims of unrest back home. A certain kind of Pole is pretty defeatist and negative about life here. Dissatisfaction itself is an important factor.
I think some of those Poles that commit crimes in the UK were victims of unrest back home. A certain kind of Pole is pretty defeatist and negative about life here. Dissatisfaction itself is an important factor.