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Joined: 15 May 2007 / Female ♀
Last Post: 24 Oct 2015
Threads: Total: 12 / In This Archive: 5
Posts: Total: 1609 / In This Archive: 838
From: Riverside, California
Speaks Polish?: nie
Interests: Polish food & fests, museums, historic sites, roadtrips off the beaten path, antiques, projects on my Victorian home, shopping & shopping

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beckski   
30 May 2015
USA, Canada / Polish Tutor in California [23]

Since you live in Chino, you should contact Pope John Paul ll
Polish Center, in Yorba Linda CA.

I'm almost certain they'd be able to provide, quite a few Polish tutor referrals
beckski   
19 Oct 2014
Classifieds / Monster X tour in Poland [4]

There was a thread on PF some time ago. I recall someone mentioning, supposedly Grave Digger, was to participate in the Monster Truck rally in Poland.
beckski   
17 Aug 2014
Life / Large Auto Parts Stores in Warsaw (like NAPA, Autozone, PepBoys) [3]

Pep Boys (Manny, Moe & Jack)
Seems to be Polish-American's favorite auto parts store. I remember spending many hours there with my dad, when I was a kid.

They're great for auto repairs too, because the parts are available on site.
beckski   
11 Aug 2014
Food / What's your favorite Polish beer? [870]

Polish cider sounds perfect right now. Maybe it could help ease the pain, of my sprained toe a bit 😢
beckski   
1 Aug 2014
Life / Polish and Slavic Art [48]

Such adorable Sto Lat rolling pin. If only I could learn how to bake a decent pie!
beckski   
29 Jul 2014
Language / Do English-speakers sound funny when we speak Polish? [49]

I don't even attempt to ask for items by their Polish name any more, when I visit the Polish churches in California. I'm tired of always getting corrected on my Polish pronunciation!
beckski   
11 Apr 2014
Travel / List your dog friendly pubs in Poland - if any :( [8]

You could try contacting a Pet Hotel. Perhaps they could offer some suggestions for you.

In Palm Springs, CA there are many pet-friendly restaurants. They're absolutely great! My dog loves going there; especially since they usually have a special pet menu too:)
beckski   
20 Oct 2013
Food / Golabki - Oven or Stove top [11]

Almost everyone I know prepare them in the oven. That's mainly because they're made in bulk amounts, with the intention of giving them to family members & friends 👍
beckski   
15 Oct 2013
Life / Are dogs allowed on buses in Poland? [6]

Such lucky little pooches 🐶

Is the policy mainly up to the bus driver's discretion, throughout most of Poland?
beckski   
4 Oct 2013
USA, Canada / Jobs for Poles in America [3]

Polish credit unions such as Pol Am often advertise for various job openings.
beckski   
16 Sep 2013
USA, Canada / Would you live in California, USA? [240]

The San Diego Polish church has a great festival in October. Long drive for me though; approx 100 miles. If you hurry Pgtx maybe you can make it here for their next fest in October 😃
beckski   
12 Sep 2013
USA, Canada / Would you live in California, USA? [240]

Del Mar in San Diego County has some gorgeous places. Just a bit pricey. Orange County has nice areas, such as Newport Beach & Laguna Beach. Cities such as Los Angeles are implementing various phases of urban renewal & gentrification. Personally, my favorite weekend getaway is beautiful Palm Springs:)

My list of Pros & Cons concerning Cali:

Pros
Polish churches in San Diego County, Orange County & LA County
Beckski & Shewolf will be your neighbors :)
Beaches, mountains, desert, rural living
Casinos, Palm Springs
Disneyland and Knotts Berry Farm
Route 66, museums, historic sites
Close access to Mexican border for day trips
Great restaurants, shopping, fabulous night life, Flea Markets:)
San Diego County has a wonderful Red Trolley transportation system.

Cons
Very small Polish population
Increasing statistics in crime & homelessness, high unemployment rates. (many people in San Diego County are employed via temp agencies, due to lack of steady jobs.)

Tendency of multiple fires in various areas during hot summer months
***Be prepared for culture shock***
You may expect to experience extreme levels of reverse discrimination, in both the work place & everyday life. This is especially true if you're blonde & blue or fair-skinned.This is by all means no exaggeration!!!

I hope this info is helpful :)
beckski   
11 Sep 2013
Love / Polish girls- breasts size [65]

There was a boob thread on PF previously. Seems to be a popular topic here!
(o)(o)
beckski   
19 Aug 2013
Life / Why Polish people are fat ? [81]

Due to an increase in obesity, are Polish people now receiving more weight-loss surgery treatments?