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Joker   
31 Dec 2019
USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]

I had more ad hoc conversations in those two weeks than in two years in the US.

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.
Joker   
30 Dec 2019
USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [159]

If you want to make the "ugly American" impression big time squared,

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

I have smiled and said dziendobre to unknown people in my elevator,gym,public/pvt offices and always got proper response

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.
Joker   
30 Dec 2019
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:)

Texan hat wearing jean jackets and a visible carry gun like

So, how do these Cowboys sneak their guns past security and onboard the airplanes?? lol
Joker   
30 Dec 2019
Work / Self-employed American living in Poland? Is it possible? [54]

f I have to start all over, might as well do it in a country that has a decent quality of life

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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Joker   
27 Dec 2019
Work / Self-employed American living in Poland? Is it possible? [54]

I thought that Medicare is for elderly and disabled irrespective of income, while Medicaid is for the poor?

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.

A comfy middle class lifestyle with enough $ to raise a kid or two.

. but I'm getting older and want access to better and cheaper healthcare

Which is it?

Are you a senior citizen ready to have children? LOL
Joker   
27 Dec 2019
Work / Self-employed American living in Poland? Is it possible? [54]

I don't make a ton of money and really cannot afford the high cost of living in the U.S.

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....
Joker   
23 Dec 2019
Life / Typical Polish house and family [46]

see if they were clean enough to sit in one of her over stuffed chairs.

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

That's a fact Joker and not funny at all.

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
Joker   
22 Dec 2019
Life / Typical Polish house and family [46]

As I was only once inside a single Polish house

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:)
Joker   
19 Dec 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

It looks like a Post Office in Sandomierz to me

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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Joker   
18 Dec 2019
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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Joker   
12 Dec 2019
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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Joker   
6 Dec 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

The riddle master is gone

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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Joker   
2 Dec 2019
USA, Canada / Poles Living in the Chicago Area [343]

when some moron

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
Joker   
3 Nov 2019
Off-Topic / Random movies (not Polish) proposed by forum users [95]

He is brilliant!

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

What an awesome TV series!!!!!

Check out the finale..El Camino:)
Joker   
2 Nov 2019
Off-Topic / Random movies (not Polish) proposed by forum users [95]

The Irishman

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.
Joker   
2 Nov 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

I forgot they also established other towns, including Tarnobrzeg. A good riddle. :):)

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

remembered there is Baranów Sandomierski Castle in Tarnobrzeg county.

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

prepare new riddles which will take some time.

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


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Joker   
31 Oct 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

It can also be Tarnów county but I can`t find this statue

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.

Neither the female one. I have never seen it.

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


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Joker   
30 Oct 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

Is it JPII statue?

Yes, but not located in Tarnow.

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

You don`t know those statue makers

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


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Joker   
27 Oct 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

center of Rzeszów

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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Joker   
27 Oct 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

It's much bigger in real life than your picture portrays.

The locals poke fun at it because it has to be one of the ugliest statues in the world.
Joker   
27 Oct 2019
Travel / Poland in photo riddles - part 2 [1680]

A cigar roller.

Very Interesting!

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


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Joker   
14 Oct 2019
USA, Canada / Cigarettes reach nine dollars a pack in New York [109]

I guess you guys arn't smokers.

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:)

I tend to view smokers as weak people who are unable to cope with their addiction

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...
Joker   
13 Oct 2019
USA, Canada / Cigarettes reach nine dollars a pack in New York [109]

Smokers tend to be more sociable, and are easier to start a conversation with a stranger

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

I notice that very few smokers are found among any street protesters, vigilanties or political hot heads.

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

North American indians, where it predesposed tribesmen for peace, in smoking the so called "peace pipe.

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