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Joined: 22 Jan 2007 / Male ♂ 		Last Post: 11 Dec 2013
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King Sobieski   
1 Feb 2007
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]

I traveled on the train in Poland on my last visit. I was almost knocked down by this woman passing by quickly and there was not a word of apology... like I didn't exist.

It is not just Poland, this happens everywhere, especially bigger cities.

It's like invading their privacy.

i agree, there is a personal space that shouldn't be invaded.
King Sobieski   
4 Feb 2007
Life / Do you think that Polish people are rude? [951]

Grammatical person in English
English distinguishes three grammatical persons:
The personal pronouns I and we are said to be in the first person. The speaker uses this in the singular to refer to himself or herself; in the plural, to speak of a group of people including the speaker.

The personal pronoun you is in the second person. It refers to the addressee. You is used in both the singular and plural; thou is the archaic second-person singular pronoun.

All other pronouns and all nouns are in the third person. Any person place or thing other than the speaker and the addressed is referred to in the third person.
King Sobieski   
26 Apr 2007
Genealogy / What are common Polish character traits? [425]

OH! OH! OH! And complainers!!!!! They complain about any tiny little thing!!!! All day long complain!!!!

people in australia think im negative when i complain, but im just a complainer.
King Sobieski   
23 Jul 2007
Language / Is the term 'Polak' derogatory?? [254]

i dont think polak is derogatory at all.

i have even seen an accounting firm called "pol-acc", quite funny actually.
King Sobieski   
16 Aug 2007
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]

other muslim countries are not very respected either.. and they been at war
since war became a word.. centuries..

Least the turks helped Poland when help was needed..

the way I see it.. who cares if other muslim countries dont respect you. it isnt like
other muslim countries respect a whole lot to begin with unless its in their own
territory .. ( speaking of govt ) and leaders.. etc.

that is very general Pat.

you cant blame all muslims for a few extremists. the koran is actually a very peaceful and spiritual book, just in the wrong hands, can be turned to another viewpoint.

western and european countries have also been at war since the dawn of man.

So... ?

he asked what the impression of turks are!!

i work/liase with muslims and the turks/lebanese are not seen in a very spiritual light.
King Sobieski   
20 Aug 2007
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]

He asked you what you think,, is that your answer?
or are you answering for the whole muslim nation?

you are correct, i too was generalising.

however, i have had contact with turks that like to go out and get drunk and the like then "find" themselves and observe pious behaviour.
King Sobieski   
21 Aug 2007
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]

you had contact with a select few.. and if ya ask me.. alot of Men
from any country, just name it.. like to drink and find themselfs..

but.. ya only ran across a few .. even I cannot make comments on whats
customary or not. because really I dont know. but. like i said. what I know
is that they did jump in and help poland.. thats deserving of respect in my eyes.

alcohol and sex before marriage are strictly forbidden in muslim culture, among other things. that is well known.

i have nothing against turks, i just find it hilarious thatsome (not all) have this pious attitude later in life after purposelly breaking the rules of their religion.
King Sobieski   
7 Feb 2008
Australia / Polish Tutoring Options in Melbourne [77]

I too would like to learn Polish in Melbourne. Have had a look for language schools but can't seem to find any. Does anyone know of any?

Anna

CAE used to have a polish course but have not seen one in their guide's for at least 2 years.

maybe a uni would have a polish course that you could just walk in on.

hmm interesting, do you shop at the Polish Deli in Glenroy, was back there over chrissy

geez, my dad grew up in glenroy as well...small world.
King Sobieski   
11 Feb 2008
Australia / Polish Tutoring Options in Melbourne [77]

the arse end of the world

my sisters ex lives there, when one of his sisters had a party he had to hang around with a baseball bat to make sure no one gate crashed.
King Sobieski   
25 Feb 2008
Love / Polish women are the most beautiful in the world! [1718]

Actually I am pretty boring to b honest. I study pretty much 18 hours a day and don't get out as much as I used 2. When i have breaks I usually go pretty wild but in everyday life im pretty boring I guess. Im an accounting major neways so its not like my studies are that interesting to most people.

tell me about, when people ask what i do i am hesistant to tell them as it usually gets the same response.
King Sobieski   
27 Feb 2008
Australia / Polish Tutoring Options in Melbourne [77]

i am sure syrena would be interested along with myself. i could also maybe get my sister along.

where would these classes be held? city or suburbs?
King Sobieski   
3 Mar 2008
Australia / Polish Tutoring Options in Melbourne [77]

yeah, i work in the city but getting to moorabin and then back to the north after work is just too much for me.
King Sobieski   
6 Apr 2008
Australia / HELP! Australian wanted to apply for Polish Passport via ancestory [51]

i assume you think the cost is outrageous?

i have no links whatsoever with this organisation, got one of their flyers at the polish festival in melbourne.

but my mate applied for citizenship and then a password by himself with the help of his dad who was a lawyer and had connections. after a year and half he still did not have anything back. he contact this polaron group and within 6 months he got his citizenship and password.
King Sobieski   
7 Apr 2008
Australia / HELP! Australian wanted to apply for Polish Passport via ancestory [51]

well, considering that the documentation is in polish and the application is in polish and my parents cant even complete i would have to pay a lawyer/interpreter to complete it.

i would assume the original poster would come across the same issues, and if his grandparents migrated after the war then there would be a lack of documentation as well.
King Sobieski   
30 Apr 2008
Australia / Polish Tutoring Options in Melbourne [77]

my parents even sent me to polish school on saturdays, but being young and naive i thought it a waste of time and didnt pay much attention.

regret it now.
King Sobieski   
1 May 2008
Australia / Polish Tutoring Options in Melbourne [77]

is this directed to me???

both my parents are polish, so, natural progression that i would like to learn and understand the mother tongue.
King Sobieski   
26 May 2008
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]

Greeks or Turks - which ones make the best kebabs?

i like the turkish bread but prefer the spit lamb, halaal meat is missing something.
King Sobieski   
26 May 2008
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]

where do you live southern?

here in Australia Greek souvlaki's (gyros,kebab) as they are known are usually lamb or chicken. have not come across a pork souva.

the spit lamb is definitely better than the halal meat.