pawian
7 Feb 2020
Travel / Opera theatres in Krakow [5]
Today there are 13 Opera Houses in Poland.
pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polskie_teatry_operowe
Today there are 13 Opera Houses in Poland.
pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polskie_teatry_operowe
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Opłatek, not presents, epitomises the true Polish Christmas spirit [85]
Yes, but don`t forget about a similar custom: sharing an egg on Easter Sunday.
Yes, but don`t forget about a similar custom: sharing an egg on Easter Sunday.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
News / Famous Poles die - your memories [112]
Do you know that Romuald Lipko died at the age of 69? He was a rock musician, leader of cult group Budka Suflera which has been active since late 1970s. He composed music for his band as well as other singers, especially female ones. Two or three generations of Poles loved these songs. They have had good message both in communist times and today.
Check out this music:
A beautiful ballad by Urszula from 1983 - she worked with Budka Suflera for a few years.
Puff Balls, Kites and Wind
youtu.be/WDJIcMh501c
Another one with great music and vocal by Urszula from 1984
Raspberry King
youtu.be/C9SQcO3Zins
Izabela Trojanowska`s great hit from 1981 was also composed by Lipko
I am your sin
youtu.be/ZpmrlAlQJRs
Do you know that Romuald Lipko died at the age of 69? He was a rock musician, leader of cult group Budka Suflera which has been active since late 1970s. He composed music for his band as well as other singers, especially female ones. Two or three generations of Poles loved these songs. They have had good message both in communist times and today.
Check out this music:
A beautiful ballad by Urszula from 1983 - she worked with Budka Suflera for a few years.
Puff Balls, Kites and Wind
youtu.be/WDJIcMh501c
Another one with great music and vocal by Urszula from 1984
Raspberry King
youtu.be/C9SQcO3Zins
Izabela Trojanowska`s great hit from 1981 was also composed by Lipko
I am your sin
youtu.be/ZpmrlAlQJRs
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Why oh Why do Poles drive so incredibly poorly [100]
You give up in the heat of the fascinating discussion? After all my logical explanations and attempts to make you aware of basic truths of life in Poland you turn your back and say it was all futile??? Milo, come on, give me a break. I have invested too much time and energy in you for you to give up.
Yes, seatbelts are OK, most people use them.
Yes, hectic style of life. Everybody is speeding first to earn more cash, and then quickly come back to family with money.
And I still claim it has little to do with being a good or bad driver. These are completely different things. Milo, can you hear me?
You give up in the heat of the fascinating discussion? After all my logical explanations and attempts to make you aware of basic truths of life in Poland you turn your back and say it was all futile??? Milo, come on, give me a break. I have invested too much time and energy in you for you to give up.
I'm not sure about seatbelts,
Yes, seatbelts are OK, most people use them.
majority of car accidents in Poland are caused by excessive speed.
Yes, hectic style of life. Everybody is speeding first to earn more cash, and then quickly come back to family with money.
And I still claim it has little to do with being a good or bad driver. These are completely different things. Milo, can you hear me?
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Genealogy / Popular Polish First Names? [152]
You are overgeneralising again... :):) Where do you get it from?
You are overgeneralising again... :):) Where do you get it from?
pawian
7 Feb 2020
USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]
I am not sure what you mean but judging by the overall overtone of your reply, I dare to say we have run into a misunderstanding. :):)
I meant that travelling in the USA isn`t impressive for your fellow Americans coz it is normal, contrary to travelling to Europe.
Untrue, Pawian!
I am not sure what you mean but judging by the overall overtone of your reply, I dare to say we have run into a misunderstanding. :):)
I meant that travelling in the USA isn`t impressive for your fellow Americans coz it is normal, contrary to travelling to Europe.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
UK, Ireland / Polish People are Welcome in Scotland [54]
I was curious when they can legally take part. After getting full citizenship? Or before?
Of course, not next year. How about ten years` time?
And why should Poles have a right to vote?
I was curious when they can legally take part. After getting full citizenship? Or before?
There will not be another independence referedum in Scotland, so it doesn't matter.
Of course, not next year. How about ten years` time?
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Typical Polish house and family [46]
Poles had to drink a lot to warm themselves up in cold climate. Simple. Coming home after a long ride through snowy forests and fields, they had to take a few quick shots to feel warm. The same with Russians.
I see you still can`t forget it. :):)
Poles had to drink a lot to warm themselves up in cold climate. Simple. Coming home after a long ride through snowy forests and fields, they had to take a few quick shots to feel warm. The same with Russians.
Only pawian disagreed.
I see you still can`t forget it. :):)
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Why oh Why do Poles drive so incredibly poorly [100]
That is a very good remark. In rich Ireland or UK people don`t need to rush to make a pound/euro while in Poland, still trying to catch up with the West, they do. I was trying to imply it to Milo when I asked him: why the highest rate of accident fatalities appears in the newest and poorest EU members in Eastern and Southern Europe ? but he wouldn`t listen. :)
the pace of life in general in Polish cities is more frantic and people are pushier and more aggressive, I think that shows in driving.
That is a very good remark. In rich Ireland or UK people don`t need to rush to make a pound/euro while in Poland, still trying to catch up with the West, they do. I was trying to imply it to Milo when I asked him: why the highest rate of accident fatalities appears in the newest and poorest EU members in Eastern and Southern Europe ? but he wouldn`t listen. :)
pawian
7 Feb 2020
UK, Ireland / Polish People are Welcome in Scotland [54]
Will immigrant Poles be able to take part in the next independence referendum in Scotland? What do they need to do?
Poles are the biggest migrant group in Scotland, figures show...
Will immigrant Poles be able to take part in the next independence referendum in Scotland? What do they need to do?
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Typical Polish house and family [46]
Coz they already wake up with horrible pains in every part of their bodies. Would you be as happy as a clam at high tide in their situation?
Coz they already wake up with horrible pains in every part of their bodies. Would you be as happy as a clam at high tide in their situation?
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Genealogy / Searching for family history before 1890 for Joseph Ulmanek and Anna Pilch [2]
Yes, Ulmanek surname appears to be popular in Jabłonka in southern Poland region called Orawa.
freepages.rootsweb.com/~gallitzin/genealogy/ulmanek/august-ltr.html
There are 6 Ulmaneks in Jabłonka now.
nazwiska-polskie.pl/Ulmanek
Yes, Ulmanek surname appears to be popular in Jabłonka in southern Poland region called Orawa.
freepages.rootsweb.com/~gallitzin/genealogy/ulmanek/august-ltr.html
There are 6 Ulmaneks in Jabłonka now.
nazwiska-polskie.pl/Ulmanek
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Genealogy / Popular Polish First Names? [152]
I just read sb in Katowice named their baby Witcher. Nice.
eska.pl/slaskie/w-katowicach-urodzil-sie-wiedzmin-ale-tez-merida-horyw-i-malina-takie-imiona-nadawano-dzieciom-w-2019-roku-aa-qtii-GzTH-NNos.html
The registration office rejected requests for following names:
Joint,
Koka,
Pipa,
Nutella,
Rambo,
Nirvana,
Batman.
I just read sb in Katowice named their baby Witcher. Nice.
eska.pl/slaskie/w-katowicach-urodzil-sie-wiedzmin-ale-tez-merida-horyw-i-malina-takie-imiona-nadawano-dzieciom-w-2019-roku-aa-qtii-GzTH-NNos.html
The registration office rejected requests for following names:
Joint,
Koka,
Pipa,
Nutella,
Rambo,
Nirvana,
Batman.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Opłatek, not presents, epitomises the true Polish Christmas spirit [85]
But one needs to discuss it with your nearest and dearest first. WIthout it, they will expect a present on the special day and when they don`t get it, might feel terribly disappointed.
Better to buy unexpected presents because you want to and not because you have to.
But one needs to discuss it with your nearest and dearest first. WIthout it, they will expect a present on the special day and when they don`t get it, might feel terribly disappointed.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]
Yes, but when you travel to Europe, you can at least impress your small-town or rural friends and neighbours. Travelling in the USA or Canada isn`t so impressive.
Yes, but when you travel to Europe, you can at least impress your small-town or rural friends and neighbours. Travelling in the USA or Canada isn`t so impressive.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Language / Your favourite Polish proverb? [16]
Przyszła kryska na Matyska - the cat`s reproachable behaviour has been stopped and punished at last. Today used about humans.
Przyszła kryska na Matyska - the cat`s reproachable behaviour has been stopped and punished at last. Today used about humans.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Food / High Class Cuisine in Poland: What foods are eaten by Polish upper classes at 5 star Polish restaurants etc? [7]
I think baby octopuses which are notorious for being eaten by high class society representatives in Poland.
What dishes are considered upscale, served at 5 star Polish restaurants,
I think baby octopuses which are notorious for being eaten by high class society representatives in Poland.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Real Estate / Questions about buying property in Poland; house segment or an apartment - almost new or brand-new? [2]
It is impossible to answer these general questions. It all depends on many factors and individual preferences. Just like the choice between living in London or Rome - both have their pros and cons.
Such buildings are not too popular here.
Is it better to buy
It is impossible to answer these general questions. It all depends on many factors and individual preferences. Just like the choice between living in London or Rome - both have their pros and cons.
Such buildings are not too popular here.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
UK, Ireland / Boris Johnson - is the new British PM a popular figure in Poland? [150]
When I read comments under articles about Brexit, a lot of participants point to BJ`s alleged Russian ties.
Is Boris Johnson quite popular in Poland?
When I read comments under articles about Brexit, a lot of participants point to BJ`s alleged Russian ties.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Polonia / What is the opinion of Argentina in particular, and Southern America, in Poland? [6]
There are no negative connotations connected with it. Argentinian culture is stereotypically considered attractive. Famous rock group Maanam had a song Amazing Buenos.
youtube.com/watch?v=tj_KpuGOLKU
is this true that Argentina is a popular and liked country in Poland?
There are no negative connotations connected with it. Argentinian culture is stereotypically considered attractive. Famous rock group Maanam had a song Amazing Buenos.
youtube.com/watch?v=tj_KpuGOLKU
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Polish films... where to find them? [51]
Yes, the one nominated for Oscars and with European awards two years ago. No, I didn`t watch it coz I don`t like psychological dramas anymore. Watching them brings some memories from my life which I would like to forget.
Yes, the one nominated for Oscars and with European awards two years ago. No, I didn`t watch it coz I don`t like psychological dramas anymore. Watching them brings some memories from my life which I would like to forget.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
News / Why is Poland so hostile against Germany? Do they realize how their reparations rubbish damages relations? [510]
Be sensible. When Russia moves, Germans will beg Americans for help. Brits and French alone won`t be able to help you, only the US will. Simple. Now Germans are spitting on the USA but in tough times, they will scream in panic and cry like babies that USA "has left them." :))
Be sensible. When Russia moves, Germans will beg Americans for help. Brits and French alone won`t be able to help you, only the US will. Simple. Now Germans are spitting on the USA but in tough times, they will scream in panic and cry like babies that USA "has left them." :))
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Why oh Why do Poles drive so incredibly poorly [100]
It is still a lot but twice as low as in the past. Despite the growing number of cars.
It is still a lot but twice as low as in the past. Despite the growing number of cars.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / A good Geriatric Doctor in Krakow [5]
Hmm, in that case, they are not specialists but some novice doctors. :)
Seriously, it is quite impossible. Each doctor has to know what the patient takes - if there is some bad interaction between medications which hurts the patient, the doctor will be held responsible. I know coz we cared for our grandpa who had various disorders, indeed. I took him to several doctors and all of them made sure what medicines had already been prescribed.
Hmm, in that case, they are not specialists but some novice doctors. :)
Seriously, it is quite impossible. Each doctor has to know what the patient takes - if there is some bad interaction between medications which hurts the patient, the doctor will be held responsible. I know coz we cared for our grandpa who had various disorders, indeed. I took him to several doctors and all of them made sure what medicines had already been prescribed.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Polish Nursery Rhymes [253]
It`s OK, we are here to help. :)
As for the rhyme, it is not a popular one today. Probably was in the past.
It`s OK, we are here to help. :)
As for the rhyme, it is not a popular one today. Probably was in the past.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
News / Dodgy PRL-holdover judiciary finally reformed [420]
That`s a symbolic presentation of how PiS reforms the system: PiS nominated Chairman of Olsztyn Court is tearing the postulates written by his 31 subordinate judges. Good. It means the judges are not scared. They perfectly know such people as their chairman will be put on trial for their criminal acts one day.
That`s a symbolic presentation of how PiS reforms the system: PiS nominated Chairman of Olsztyn Court is tearing the postulates written by his 31 subordinate judges. Good. It means the judges are not scared. They perfectly know such people as their chairman will be put on trial for their criminal acts one day.
sedziamaciejnawack.jpg
pawian
7 Feb 2020
UK, Ireland / Starting a car business in Poland - exporting from the UK [5]
I am also a pessimist about such a business. The only Poles who drive such cars are those migrants who visit the old country in their British car or have just returned and haven`t converted the wheel yet for various reasons.
No more - those restrictions were lifted recently But driving such a car in Poland is very dangerous and people know about it.
I am also a pessimist about such a business. The only Poles who drive such cars are those migrants who visit the old country in their British car or have just returned and haven`t converted the wheel yet for various reasons.
I think there are also problems with registering UK cars with the steering wheel on the other side
No more - those restrictions were lifted recently But driving such a car in Poland is very dangerous and people know about it.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
News / Why is Poland so hostile against Germany? Do they realize how their reparations rubbish damages relations? [510]
Do all Poles you know have such attitude?
hahaha Was Hitler your grandpa? He claimed the same things.
We see nothing but hateful comments from poland towards Germany
Do all Poles you know have such attitude?
As for WW II, it was Poland that started attacks against Germans first.
hahaha Was Hitler your grandpa? He claimed the same things.
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Why oh Why do Poles drive so incredibly poorly [100]
Wow, good. :) So, I understand why you consider driving in Poland a struggle - it is too slow for you!
I live both in a big city and countryside. :)
Yes, I meet lunatics on the road but they are just tiny minority and I really don`t understand why you all say that driving in Poland is such a horrible experience.
You could say it about 20 years ago. The collapse of communism allowed Poles to buy second hand cars cheaply. Let me remind you it happened in 1989, 31 years ago. You must be extremely lucky to find a first generation driver here. Second generation are also not so frequent. . :)
Ha, ha - I have a racing licence, old man.
Wow, good. :) So, I understand why you consider driving in Poland a struggle - it is too slow for you!
You probably live somewhere in the countryside then.
I live both in a big city and countryside. :)
Yes, I meet lunatics on the road but they are just tiny minority and I really don`t understand why you all say that driving in Poland is such a horrible experience.
The problem is that drivers in Poland are, by and large, second or even first generation drivers
You could say it about 20 years ago. The collapse of communism allowed Poles to buy second hand cars cheaply. Let me remind you it happened in 1989, 31 years ago. You must be extremely lucky to find a first generation driver here. Second generation are also not so frequent. . :)
pawian
7 Feb 2020
Life / Why oh Why do Poles drive so incredibly poorly [100]
You mean my physical size or moral standing now? hahaha
You are imagining things, as usual. What do you know about it? You haven`t taken or even seen one?
Of course, I do. I think it is a problem when you offer us such serious claims without factual evidence. :):)
They increase if you cause crashes.
Here it is 3 months first time, next time 6 months for speeding over 50 in urban area. Repeat offenders go to jail. If you collect over 24 points, you have to take the exam again.
Yes you are, you are tiny, miniscule. Probably smaller than a garden gnome.
You mean my physical size or moral standing now? hahaha
it's just not a very high standard.
You are imagining things, as usual. What do you know about it? You haven`t taken or even seen one?
Pawian doesn't seem to think there is a problem.
Of course, I do. I think it is a problem when you offer us such serious claims without factual evidence. :):)
his insurance rates for his car increase as his citations increase.
They increase if you cause crashes.
plus eventually with enough citations he loses his drivers license for a year.
Here it is 3 months first time, next time 6 months for speeding over 50 in urban area. Repeat offenders go to jail. If you collect over 24 points, you have to take the exam again.