Seanus
26 Aug 2011
Life / Thread dedicated to Polish and other Slavic children [53]
I haven't heard a Polish child sing a Chetnik song yet, Crow. What gives? ;)
I haven't heard a Polish child sing a Chetnik song yet, Crow. What gives? ;)
Seanus
24 Aug 2011
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]
Saying better is the sign of a trolling idiot! Quite rude to others. Just different, really.
Saying better is the sign of a trolling idiot! Quite rude to others. Just different, really.
Seanus
24 Aug 2011
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]
Rudeness is less and less visible, even in queues.
Rudeness is less and less visible, even in queues.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
So the Soviet built roads were of a high standard? Most Poles would disagree with you.
Numbers don't always count. Sway does!
It is and that's their goal.
So the Soviet built roads were of a high standard? Most Poles would disagree with you.
Numbers don't always count. Sway does!
It is and that's their goal.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
Geez, I-S, and what roads were built before Poland's accession to the EU compared to those, for example, in Croatia? Their big war only finished 16 years ago yet they still made inroads if you forgive the pun. Many things were not built prior to ratification.
Would it make any difference if 3 Poles were there instead of 1?
You can't help but feel that the EU has been a grand vision all along. Certain banking dynasties had it at the forefront of their minds.
Fragmentation is a weird one. In the case of Serbia, for example, they maybe thought they wouldn't play ball so they fragmented the whole of Yugoslavia and are now trying to get them back onboard as a huge collective.
Geez, I-S, and what roads were built before Poland's accession to the EU compared to those, for example, in Croatia? Their big war only finished 16 years ago yet they still made inroads if you forgive the pun. Many things were not built prior to ratification.
Would it make any difference if 3 Poles were there instead of 1?
You can't help but feel that the EU has been a grand vision all along. Certain banking dynasties had it at the forefront of their minds.
Fragmentation is a weird one. In the case of Serbia, for example, they maybe thought they wouldn't play ball so they fragmented the whole of Yugoslavia and are now trying to get them back onboard as a huge collective.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
Language / Is the term 'Polak' derogatory?? [254]
I agree. I think it's ok for Poles to use it but natives should tread with caution. If I ever refer to a Polish male, I just say 'on jest Polakiem' and that neatly sidesteps any ensuing complications of saying 'Polak'.
I agree. I think it's ok for Poles to use it but natives should tread with caution. If I ever refer to a Polish male, I just say 'on jest Polakiem' and that neatly sidesteps any ensuing complications of saying 'Polak'.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
Language / Is the term 'Polak' derogatory?? [254]
It all depends on how it is thrown. With the intention of describing a Polish male in a neutral way, no problem.
It all depends on how it is thrown. With the intention of describing a Polish male in a neutral way, no problem.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
Poland tends to show its honor in avoiding things like Libya and the audacious hack at Syria for doing exactly as Britain did. The time will come when Poland loses tolerance with such banditry.
Poland tends to show its honor in avoiding things like Libya and the audacious hack at Syria for doing exactly as Britain did. The time will come when Poland loses tolerance with such banditry.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
Again right, Crow. Britain pulls the strings in a number of ways. Poland is small fry in the eyes of the British govt. A future target for bankruptcy.
Again right, Crow. Britain pulls the strings in a number of ways. Poland is small fry in the eyes of the British govt. A future target for bankruptcy.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
Britain won't be allowed to leave and neither will Poland. Crow is right!
Britain won't be allowed to leave and neither will Poland. Crow is right!
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
Och, I'm not going to get into these statistics games where figures are pulled from the sky. Debt is a modern reality and many EU countries are doing much worse in that regard.
Och, I'm not going to get into these statistics games where figures are pulled from the sky. Debt is a modern reality and many EU countries are doing much worse in that regard.
Seanus
22 Aug 2011
News / Should Poland leave the EU institution? [147]
(throws discus back at I-S)
Poland is doing well in the EU. However, it needs to avoid manipulation.
(throws discus back at I-S)
Poland is doing well in the EU. However, it needs to avoid manipulation.
Seanus
21 Aug 2011
History / Poles should emulate Jews? [153]
You choose who you want as a role model in your life, whether they be Jewish or otherwise. There are plenty successful Jews in many walks of life so they make for good choices but carving out your own formula with minor influences is the preferred way.
You choose who you want as a role model in your life, whether they be Jewish or otherwise. There are plenty successful Jews in many walks of life so they make for good choices but carving out your own formula with minor influences is the preferred way.
Seanus
21 Aug 2011
Work / Will a net monthly salary of around 3000zl be enough to live comfortably in Silesia? [9]
Manseca, you've asked this before so my answer to you should still be in the archives.
Manseca, you've asked this before so my answer to you should still be in the archives.
Seanus
21 Aug 2011
Life / Thread dedicated to Polish and other Slavic children [53]
youtube.com/watch?v=8LGznFme7a4&feature=related
this song popped up whilst I was doing a Russian tutorial online :)
Russians do melancholy very well.
youtube.com/watch?v=8LGznFme7a4&feature=related
this song popped up whilst I was doing a Russian tutorial online :)
Russians do melancholy very well.
Seanus
21 Aug 2011
Genealogy / THE MEANING AND RESEARCH OF MY POLISH LAST NAME, SURNAME? [4500]
Could it be from the Scottish 'Dargie'? Any Scottish connections?
Could it be from the Scottish 'Dargie'? Any Scottish connections?
Seanus
20 Aug 2011
Life / Thread dedicated to Polish and other Slavic children [53]
youtube.com/watch?v=9QMWhzR8q_E]
a childrens' version of this would be great, Crow. I could imagine them singing it.
youtube.com/watch?v=9QMWhzR8q_E]
a childrens' version of this would be great, Crow. I could imagine them singing it.
Seanus
20 Aug 2011
Life / Thread dedicated to Polish and other Slavic children [53]
Crow, it's great that you are posting such material but please teach them general Christianity and don't indoctrinate them too early in the finer differences that people shouldn't really care about. Slavic is Slavic and don't labour on the differences.
Crow, it's great that you are posting such material but please teach them general Christianity and don't indoctrinate them too early in the finer differences that people shouldn't really care about. Slavic is Slavic and don't labour on the differences.
Seanus
18 Aug 2011
Language / Is this true about Polish pronunciation of English (that some words sound identical?) [34]
Some you win, some you lose.
Some you win, some you lose.
Seanus
18 Aug 2011
Language / Is this true about Polish pronunciation of English (that some words sound identical?) [34]
Your friend is right. A and U are often confused and I often hear this as a teacher. Batman sounds like Buttman, LOL :) As a Scotsman, I pronounce my vowels clearly and they just can't copy me that well. They don't open their mouths when saying 'A' like I do.
Your friend is right. A and U are often confused and I often hear this as a teacher. Batman sounds like Buttman, LOL :) As a Scotsman, I pronounce my vowels clearly and they just can't copy me that well. They don't open their mouths when saying 'A' like I do.
Seanus
16 Aug 2011
History / 'Battle of Britain' won thanks to Polish aces !! [158]
Many Brits are thankful for the Polish contribution as it was a sterling one. Poles should also be happy that they got planes from the RAF with which to destroy their enemy. A win-win situation and many thanks to the Polish pilots who were truly courageous and capable.
Many Brits are thankful for the Polish contribution as it was a sterling one. Poles should also be happy that they got planes from the RAF with which to destroy their enemy. A win-win situation and many thanks to the Polish pilots who were truly courageous and capable.
Seanus
14 Aug 2011
Life / Thread dedicated to Polish and other Slavic children [53]
I imagine the average intelligence of Polish kids to be really high :) :) They are encouraged in schools by wychowawcy (educational minders?) and mature quite quickly. However, life tends to impose strain on them as they get older but let's not get into that here.
I imagine the average intelligence of Polish kids to be really high :) :) They are encouraged in schools by wychowawcy (educational minders?) and mature quite quickly. However, life tends to impose strain on them as they get older but let's not get into that here.
Seanus
14 Aug 2011
Life / Why Do You Love Poland? [907]
That's not enough to form a rounded perspective, pawian. He throws out wildly general statements, way too assertive. He's like a propaganda machine.
I attempt, as best possible, to fulfil the raison d'etre of PF. It's supposed to be about the good and the bad.
I love Polish bread :) I bought 'noble' bread today, 1kg as the shops will be closed tomorrow. Polish bread can be a tad dry for me but you can tell it is well made and often tastes good if fresh.
Oh, I'm often the first to apologise (esp when playing footie) but this guy doesn't merit it. I hate propaganda and half-spun 'truths', sorry.
That's not enough to form a rounded perspective, pawian. He throws out wildly general statements, way too assertive. He's like a propaganda machine.
I attempt, as best possible, to fulfil the raison d'etre of PF. It's supposed to be about the good and the bad.
I love Polish bread :) I bought 'noble' bread today, 1kg as the shops will be closed tomorrow. Polish bread can be a tad dry for me but you can tell it is well made and often tastes good if fresh.
Oh, I'm often the first to apologise (esp when playing footie) but this guy doesn't merit it. I hate propaganda and half-spun 'truths', sorry.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Why Poles will never belong in England [283]
It's called redressing the imbalance, jarnowa.
Some employers don't play by the rules. What kind of society does that create?
It's called redressing the imbalance, jarnowa.
Some employers don't play by the rules. What kind of society does that create?
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Why Poles will never belong in England [283]
Jarnowa, it's really hard to prove either way.
Jarnowa, it's really hard to prove either way.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Why Poles will never belong in England [283]
Some get help getting into employment. Employers hire Poles because they work for less. There is still a colour bias in the UK in some sectors. Shall I go on?
Some get help getting into employment. Employers hire Poles because they work for less. There is still a colour bias in the UK in some sectors. Shall I go on?
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Why Poles will never belong in England [283]
Resident realist? I can't see where he said that.
Jarnowa, hasn't it crossed your mind that immigrants took those jobs? Just a thought!
Resident realist? I can't see where he said that.
Jarnowa, hasn't it crossed your mind that immigrants took those jobs? Just a thought!
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Seanus
13 Aug 2011