beckski
18 Sep 2011
History / What do Poles owe to Germans? [451]
I tend to think of Sascha usually as a Russian name.
yes. 100%
I tend to think of Sascha usually as a Russian name.
beckski
18 Sep 2011
USA, Canada / Polka Parade Television Show [43]
Thanks so much for the information Polka Fan. I'm so glad someone else has heard of the show. Even better, you had actuallywatched the show. I had read online that Dick Sinclair was the host. I had no idea Farmer John was a sponsor. I know they have a huge company located in Vernon, California.
Thanks so much for the information Polka Fan. I'm so glad someone else has heard of the show. Even better, you had actuallywatched the show. I had read online that Dick Sinclair was the host. I had no idea Farmer John was a sponsor. I know they have a huge company located in Vernon, California.
beckski
17 Sep 2011
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]
It may take more facial muscles to frown than it does to smile. So... keep smiling :)
A smile costs nothing and can light up a dull day.
It may take more facial muscles to frown than it does to smile. So... keep smiling :)
beckski
17 Sep 2011
Genealogy / Polish looks? [1410]
I can't believe Southern didn't guess correctly!
Anyway it is Slovenian and Belgian :-)
50% polish,25% ukrainian,25% italian.
I can't believe Southern didn't guess correctly!
beckski
16 Sep 2011
Love / Do Polish men make good husbands? [106]
I'd like to be able to answer that question myself someday. My mom would tell you, my Polish daddy was the most wonderful husband and father in the world ;)
do polish men make good husbands?
I'd like to be able to answer that question myself someday. My mom would tell you, my Polish daddy was the most wonderful husband and father in the world ;)
beckski
14 Sep 2011
Food / Smalec - how to make it? [53]
I was brave and tried some smalec in Warsaw. My niece tried a bite. She ended up spitting it out.
I was brave and tried some smalec in Warsaw. My niece tried a bite. She ended up spitting it out.
Can u feel ur arteries clogging?
beckski
14 Sep 2011
Life / Poland: worst teeth in the world? [98]
Can't argue with the chart.
Here's a close up view of my relative's mouth. Notice the teeth's resemblance to corn on the cob. At his/her age (no name mentioned) they're lucky to still own their own teeth :)
According to Reuters article Americans are the "coolest" people in the world
Can't argue with the chart.
Here's a close up view of my relative's mouth. Notice the teeth's resemblance to corn on the cob. At his/her age (no name mentioned) they're lucky to still own their own teeth :)
corn on the cob
beckski
11 Sep 2011
Life / Do you collect mushrooms in your country? Poles in Poland do. [94]
The whole building itself is meant to represent the shape of a giant toadstool. It must have been made by some hippies in the 1960's.
Becksi. Do you mean the tall thing near the right-hand corner of the building? What is it?
The whole building itself is meant to represent the shape of a giant toadstool. It must have been made by some hippies in the 1960's.
beckski
7 Sep 2011
Love / Polish women are the most beautiful in the world! [1718]
As Pat Benatar would say, "They were once somebody's baby."
As Pat Benatar would say, "They were once somebody's baby."
beckski
7 Sep 2011
Travel / Castles and Palaces in Poland (with pictures) [155]
Everyone thinks this is a painting. I had taken this pic of the castle in Lublin with my cell, late in the evening. I love the photo. It looks so surreal.
Everyone thinks this is a painting. I had taken this pic of the castle in Lublin with my cell, late in the evening. I love the photo. It looks so surreal.
Lublin
beckski
7 Sep 2011
Love / Polish women are the most beautiful in the world! [1718]
I'm certain you still could :)
Outer beauty may fade, inner beauty continuously grows stronger ;)
I can't talk my way out of a speeding ticket anymore
I'm certain you still could :)
Beauty fades
Outer beauty may fade, inner beauty continuously grows stronger ;)
beckski
5 Sep 2011
USA, Canada / Poles and Americans, what do you think, are we friends or enemies? [187]
By viewing some of the negative posts I see at times on the forum, it may be a difficult question to answer.
Poles and Americans, what do you think, are we friends or enemies?
By viewing some of the negative posts I see at times on the forum, it may be a difficult question to answer.
beckski
5 Sep 2011
Life / Price of cigarettes in Poland? [192]
Most likely nowadays, luggage inspection is not so lenient.
I had a bunch of beer, wodka and cigarettes in my baggage, no one cared about my age, especially not Polska
Most likely nowadays, luggage inspection is not so lenient.
beckski
5 Sep 2011
Genealogy / Polish looks? [1410]
Go ahead and post a pic. But remember, you're only 14. Don't post a pic that your parents wouldn't approve of.
but im 14. should i post a picture??
Go ahead and post a pic. But remember, you're only 14. Don't post a pic that your parents wouldn't approve of.
beckski
4 Sep 2011
Life / Why Do You Love Poland? [907]
I love Poland, because everyone there pronounced my beautiful Polish surname correctly. In the United States my last name is always massacred.
I love Poland, because everyone there pronounced my beautiful Polish surname correctly. In the United States my last name is always massacred.
beckski
4 Sep 2011
Life / Gifts from Poland (I'm returning to my country after a year in Poland) [36]
Handcrafted paper items are nice. I bought the following book marker in Poland. I also saw lots of pretty handmade cards. They're inexpensive and hardly take up any suitcase space ;)
I have limited space in my suitcase and I'm on a tight budget?
Handcrafted paper items are nice. I bought the following book marker in Poland. I also saw lots of pretty handmade cards. They're inexpensive and hardly take up any suitcase space ;)
polska.jpg
beckski
3 Sep 2011
Life / Birthday traditions in Poland [30]
Try to buy her some Polish piwo.
Are there special occasion drinks
Try to buy her some Polish piwo.
beckski
3 Sep 2011
Life / Do you collect mushrooms in your country? Poles in Poland do. [94]
Here's possibly the largest mushroom in existence. It's located in the small town of Homeland, California.
Here's possibly the largest mushroom in existence. It's located in the small town of Homeland, California.
Giant mushroom!
beckski
31 Aug 2011
Life / Do you collect mushrooms in your country? Poles in Poland do. [94]
Not much mushroom picking in California, except for some areas such as Sonoma. On the way to Treblinka, I noticed an area where mushroom picking is supposed to be great. Not enough time for picking on my last Polish vacation though. Perhaps next trip, if time allows...
Do you collect mushrooms in your country?
Not much mushroom picking in California, except for some areas such as Sonoma. On the way to Treblinka, I noticed an area where mushroom picking is supposed to be great. Not enough time for picking on my last Polish vacation though. Perhaps next trip, if time allows...
sonoma.jpg
beckski
28 Aug 2011
Food / What exactly is Polish Bread? [91]
Here's some Polish bread from my cousin's very Polish wedding. I think the bread looks too pretty to eat.
Polish bread
Here's some Polish bread from my cousin's very Polish wedding. I think the bread looks too pretty to eat.
Polish wedding bread
beckski
26 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / Where can I find Polish Festivals in Southern New England, USA? [22]
Did anyone here have the pleasure of attending the Polish picnic?
Did anyone here have the pleasure of attending the Polish picnic?
beckski
23 Aug 2011
Law / The famous Polish brands for 'Lingeries' and 'Bags'? [11]
For some ideas take a look at the thread, Clothing Companies in Poland.
For some ideas take a look at the thread, Clothing Companies in Poland.
beckski
23 Aug 2011
Language / Is the term 'Polak' derogatory?? [254]
I recall a sign posted years ago, in a Polish church hall. The sign read, "Ten dollars fine for an ethic joke, One Hundred dollars fine for a Polack joke." The sign is now long-gone. I don't know if they were joking or really serious about the fines.
I don't know a Polish person who would use the word "Polack" or would badmouth people of Polish origin who are proud of their Polishness - irrespective of how real it is
I recall a sign posted years ago, in a Polish church hall. The sign read, "Ten dollars fine for an ethic joke, One Hundred dollars fine for a Polack joke." The sign is now long-gone. I don't know if they were joking or really serious about the fines.
beckski
14 Aug 2011
Life / Thread dedicated to Polish and other Slavic children [53]
Very nice photo of Polish children. The little girl on the far left looks like me, when I was a child :)
children of Poland in traditional clothes
Very nice photo of Polish children. The little girl on the far left looks like me, when I was a child :)
beckski
13 Aug 2011
Travel / Your best memory after visiting Poland [41]
Exactly one year ago from today, I met my beloved Great Aunt Janka. At age 92, she is the eldest of my relatives. Meeting her was truly an honorable experience. I will cherish the beautiful memories for the rest of my life :)
Exactly one year ago from today, I met my beloved Great Aunt Janka. At age 92, she is the eldest of my relatives. Meeting her was truly an honorable experience. I will cherish the beautiful memories for the rest of my life :)
beckski
13 Aug 2011
Love / Polish women are the most beautiful in the world! [1718]
How sweet; Zimmy's defending Polish women :)
Okay...who kidnapped the real Zimmy? I guess chivalry isn't dead after all. I don't even if I like this sensitive side of Zimmy, lol
Were you devastated when she turned you down after you asked her out?
How sweet; Zimmy's defending Polish women :)
Okay...who kidnapped the real Zimmy? I guess chivalry isn't dead after all. I don't even if I like this sensitive side of Zimmy, lol
beckski
6 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / Polka Parade Television Show [43]
On PBS television the stations air old episodes, of the Lawrence Welk programs. Lots of Polka music to listen to.
Haha, you're so silly neighbor. Most people in California wouldn't know a Polka, if one came out and slapped them across the face, lol.
when Polka music was at its height,there was a lot of polka music on TV
On PBS television the stations air old episodes, of the Lawrence Welk programs. Lots of Polka music to listen to.
Not here in California where it seems that every other car stereo is blasting polka music
Haha, you're so silly neighbor. Most people in California wouldn't know a Polka, if one came out and slapped them across the face, lol.
beckski
5 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / Polka Parade Television Show [43]
I recall my father talking a television show, "The Polka Parade." He had mentioned the show aired several years ago. He really enjoyed watching the program. Of course, he was very pleased with the show's Polka theme. I looked on Utube and saw a blurred portion of the show. It was in black & white. The host was Dick Sinclair. I don't know if he was Polish...
Has anyone here ever watched any of the Polka Parade televison programs previously? (Or even heard of the t.v. show for that matter?)
Thanks :)
I recall my father talking a television show, "The Polka Parade." He had mentioned the show aired several years ago. He really enjoyed watching the program. Of course, he was very pleased with the show's Polka theme. I looked on Utube and saw a blurred portion of the show. It was in black & white. The host was Dick Sinclair. I don't know if he was Polish...
Has anyone here ever watched any of the Polka Parade televison programs previously? (Or even heard of the t.v. show for that matter?)
Thanks :)
beckski
29 Jul 2011
Life / Rich man, poor man - today`s Poland [80]
The following photos were taken from the balcony, of a relative's home in Lublin. My family members have lived in the house since the 1930's. I was amazed to see the very large and green backyard. Notice the shape of the buildings, in the background of the second photo.
Blocks are usually grouped in estates, among abundant greenery
The following photos were taken from the balcony, of a relative's home in Lublin. My family members have lived in the house since the 1930's. I was amazed to see the very large and green backyard. Notice the shape of the buildings, in the background of the second photo.
backyard.jpg
balcony.jpg
beckski
28 Jul 2011
UK, Ireland / Prices of Clothes in Poland and England [35]
At the shopping mall in Warsaw, I bought some clothing at H&M store. The blouses were approximately $15.00 each (American dollars.) The cost in the United States would be roughly $20.00 each. Some of the clothing tags indicated, the products had been made in Poland.
Prices of Clothes in Poland
At the shopping mall in Warsaw, I bought some clothing at H&M store. The blouses were approximately $15.00 each (American dollars.) The cost in the United States would be roughly $20.00 each. Some of the clothing tags indicated, the products had been made in Poland.