USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]


Lyzko lives in a time warp. Hes hasnt been to Poland in over 40 years and somehow still knows everything that is going on there. And if you dare question his authority, he deflects back to the same old mumbo jumbo about FDR or some other obscure topic.

USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]


You admitted that you haven't been to Poland in 40 years, so your stereotyped opinion hasn't any credibility.


Same here Cargo. These guys are living in the past and haven't a clue about modern Poland. The people were very friendly and outgoing, the exact opposite of what they're saying.

Im sure when they go out they just stare/observe and don't talk to anyone. No wonder, they rub ppl the wrong way and carry this attitude around.

USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]

This is good advice. Poles are more inclined to help/talk to you if you try speaking Polish first.

And all the women think its really cute when you mess up words too:)


So, how do these Cowboys sneak their guns past security and onboard the airplanes?? lol

Work / Self-employed American living in Poland? Is it possible? [54]


Krakow is a beautiful city and has a lot of interesting things to do during the summer. If youre earning $60k you'll be fine. You do know about what happens in winter, with the coal burning?

unearthed.greenpeace.org/2016/01/21/poland-air-pollution-krakow-coal-ban/

citylab.com/environment/2019/09/krakow-poland-pollution-air-quality-coal-wood-burning-law/597352/

This would be a deal breaker for me, but they are trying to clean it up. Give it a few more years and it should get better after the big retro-fit.....

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Food / What do non-Poles think about eating the following Polish foods? [1450]


Sounds good right about now. I love Polish food! Take some pics next time.....

Food / What do non-Poles think about eating the following Polish foods? [1450]


I hope y'all had some good Polish food over the holidays. I did:)

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Work / Self-employed American living in Poland? Is it possible? [54]


Medicare is for senior citizens 65+ years old. Medicaid is for low income families.

I assume, his version of self-employed really means unemployed or severely underemployed.



Which is it?

Are you a senior citizen ready to have children? LOL

Work / Self-employed American living in Poland? Is it possible? [54]


Have you ever been to Poland? If you cant make a decent living in the USA don't expect it to happen in Poland. The wages are a lot lower and the cost of living is much greater when you compare the wages you will possibly earn. Most Americans that move to Poland already have a nest egg saved up, then you can live comfortably.

Perhaps, if you find a little place in the country, but Krakow, bring some money....

News / Polexit? Almost half of the Poles believe that Poland would be better off outside of the EU [548]

Give it 5 years or so and if Brexit is a huge economic success the rest of the EU will follow.

Life / Typical Polish house and family [46]


My babcia had those plastic covers on her couch and you couldn't wear shorts bc your legs would stick to it..haha


I visited a few homes in Poland where everyone takes off their shoes and they provide you slippers, not uncommon at all.

People may be insulted by not taking off your shoes. I forgot once, and they let me know quicker than a Japanese restaurant! lol

News / Polexit? Almost half of the Poles believe that Poland would be better off outside of the EU [548]


Europeans can see the writing on the wall, don't they?


Times are changing after the Brits have set a new trend.....good luck

Life / Typical Polish house and family [46]


Make sure you take off your shoes before entering a Polish home.

You might get a dirty look or be scolded by Babcia if you don't:)

Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


Yes, you nailed it! I like this town with all the little shops and restaurants. It looks like a nice tourist destination during the summer as well.

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

You're around 300mi away, its too obscure and isnt on google maps either.

Heres a nice Post Office, name the location?

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

Yes, Indeed! Krakow is a very intriguing city with beautiful architecture and a rewarding destination for any traveler.

Thanks:)

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


I miss our photo riddle master, he was a hoot!
I became lost on the way back from Krakow and was dropped off near this train station???? At least they left some wodka in the bottle for me:)

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

The riddle master is gone, so heres an easy one....

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USA, Canada / Poles Living in the Chicago Area [343]


Speaking of morons....Did you see the idiot that threatened and spat on a Chicago Cop and then was body slammed?

abc7chicago.com/man-body-slammed-by-cpd-officer-faces-aggravated-battery-charge/5727609/

"You spit on someone, expect to get slammed...if you play stupid games, you win stupid prizes. His prize was getting knocked the @#$& out."

youtu.be/jqQhOT4HeWA

please stick to the topic

Life / Differences between Irish, British, Polish, American and other nations culture, tradition, music - loose talk [241]


This one is for Doug........

Al Dimeola

youtu.be/vGWfDkx4zyY

youtu.be/QgPlwxZVoR4

Off-Topic / Random movies (not Polish) proposed by forum users [95]


Absolutely, he tells it like it is and he's hilarious to boot!

I have a question...Would his regular TV show be permitted in the UK?

Example:
youtu.be/hLOw_SzkRQ8


Check out the finale..El Camino:)

Off-Topic / Random movies (not Polish) proposed by forum users [95]


Another DeNino movie about gangsters...yawn
I don't know if I can stomach him anymore.

If you have Netflix watch Dave Chappelle sticks and stones and you'll laugh your head off.

youtu.be/MoudH-RPnEE

youtu.be/jhJDAI7XaAA

Do you remember Breaking Bad? They came out with the final movie called "El Camino" on Netflix about the aftermath of Jesse Pinkman.

Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


It is a very nice town, very clean and has interesting architecture.


I figured you would recognize it after seeing the cannon. It seems more like an old fancy hotel than a medieval castle.


Dont make them too hard for me. Im just a tourist! haha

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


Its not in Tarnow county either, but you're kind of close..... its located at Tarnobrzeg.
nowiny24.pl/pomnik-papieza-w-tarnobrzegu-to-bubel-architektoniczny/ar/6062617
Some ppl complain about the aesthetics of this statue.


Perhaps, you don't remember? This old cannon located at the front entrance might clue you in.......

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


Yes, but not located in Tarnow.

Hers a hint: The star is in the flag...


Heres a statue, should be easy for you guys:)

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


Actually, Rzeszow is a cool fun town. There is big contrast between the old ugly commie buildings and new modern ones.

Can you guess when this ugly statue thingy in the second pic is? No wonder the bishop has his back turned...lol

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Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


The locals poke fun at it because it has to be one of the ugliest statues in the world.

Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]


Very Interesting!


Where and what is this monument? The locals refer it as " The Worlds Biggest Pu$$y"

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USA, Canada / Cigarettes reach nine dollars a pack in New York [109]

I seen that before and also a 1976 Chevy Monte Carlo with white interior, turned yellow and he had yellow fingers too.

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USA, Canada / Cigarettes reach nine dollars a pack in New York [109]


I used to smoke. Its a really nasty habit and Im glad I was able to quit, It was one of the hardest things I ever did! Having said that. The stench of cigs really bothers me now, but when ppl smoke weed it actually smells good and doesn't bother me at all:)


Society has become extremely negative towards smokers. They changed the laws so you can't smoke in a Pub and the patrons have to go outside and stand in an alley durning the middle of winter. You cant smoke at sporting events or concerts anymore, even when it is outside. The worst insulting thing Ive seen was recently at Chopin airport, where smokers were confined inside this glass looking vestibule, just standing there, puffing away with this big cloud of smoke hanging above them. If you didn't have any cigs you could just walk in there and get a fix...

USA, Canada / Cigarettes reach nine dollars a pack in New York [109]


What a load of rubbish your post is. Are you actually condoning ppl to start smoking?


If everyone smoked cigarettes we would have world peace? Perhaps, you're talking about weed instead of cigs?


Right, this stereotype won't help your cause...balwan!