History / POLAND: EASTERN or CENTRAL European country? [1080]

There is a book I am reading about Polands contribution to the British war effort in ww2. It has been noted even the Queen said that if not for the Polish flyers the Battle of Britain would have been lost.

Further more, Poland contributed the 4th most in terms of numbers to the war.

I think what makes Poland part of the west is mindset. The ideas of freedom and tolorance have been part of Poland for 500 years. In addition, Poland was the first counrty to have a constitution in Europe.

And Non, If not for the US the whole British Isles would still be speaking German

History / POLAND: EASTERN or CENTRAL European country? [1080]

I apologize for my short sightedness. Non gets my blood pumping at times.

Language / Spelling "aunt" in Polish [142]

Hi Wyandotteguy

I live up in Utica. What school did you go to. Most of the Polish Catholic schools by me have been closed for ages.

lf99

Life / Cannabis / Weed in Poland... How much does marijuana cost per gram and how easy is to get it? [355]

Many substance abusers have the mental illness to start out. Drinking and drugging is often a form of self medication.

I have allot of time in recovery from my bad habits. My issues there there long before I picked up a drink or a drug. If anything using just compounds what is already there.

lf99

Life / Cannabis / Weed in Poland... How much does marijuana cost per gram and how easy is to get it? [355]

There is no such thing as control to an addict.

I wanted to control my use for years till I finally quit.

Life / Why are Poles always so miserable? Why do they never smile? [512]

I both agree and disagree about Pole's not smiling.

I know when I go to the Polish Markets the workers look so serious, like they are not having any fun. I have also been warned that in Poland to smile means you are happy about something, you must be rich, how come you are not helping me.

However, mY girlfriend and her friends smile often. When they smile it is with everything they have from head to toe. Maybe that smile is saved for special people.

Life / Cannabis / Weed in Poland... How much does marijuana cost per gram and how easy is to get it? [355]

Pride at being a Pothead, Why?

I probably smoked pot longer then you have been alive. Now that I stopped I see it was a total waste.

Life / Why are Poles always so miserable? Why do they never smile? [512]

Hello All,

I disagree that native born Poles never smile. I see them smile all the time.

I feel that most of them are happier then thier north american counterpart.

lf99

Life / Babcia or Busha - any social class difference? [359]

Hello,

Someone told me that Babcia is more Polish.

Busha is more Russian.

I think it depends on what part of Poland you are from.

lf99

Food / Polish Pizza !! The best in the world? [330]

Most Polish pizza was very good, just not Telepizza!

Genealogy / THE MEANING AND RESEARCH OF MY POLISH LAST NAME, SURNAME? [4500]

What about Eizak?

Life / Things that annoy you in Poland. [133]

The Polish Border Patrol!

Let me amend this. My school, grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Language / Anglos don't distinguish kasza from Kasia? [22]

I can say them but I can't hear them. How do you learn to hear the difference.

Language / Anglos don't distinguish kasza from Kasia? [22]

Nope, can't hear it at all. I can say it.

One has the tongue on the roof of the mouth and the other has a relaxed tongue.

Language / Anglos don't distinguish kasza from Kasia? [22]


Its funny you say this because I was walking around saying little pig instead of please.

Food / Polish Pizza !! The best in the world? [330]


What I liked is they gave you pizza sauce instead of katchup.

Work / An Australian girl living in Poland: Residence permit, please help! [44]

It depends on when you put in for your permit and papers. If you applied before the first half of your 90 days was over you are supposed to be able to stay. Since you received your paperwork why do you have to leave?

I would call the Polish embassy in the country you are from and ask them.

Work / An Australian girl living in Poland: Residence permit, please help! [44]


No one wants to make a decision that they could get in trouble for. It's much easier to say no.

Polonia / Which country is better SPAIN or POLAND [113]

Does it really matter?

Language / Do Poles prefer US American or UK English language? [147]

They are both 2 sides of the same coin.

Love / My husband is Polish and I was wondering why he drinks all the time. [66]

Maybe he is an alcoholic. However, he has to decide that he is.

I saw many people drink in Poland but it was rare that anyone was falling down drunk. I understand that Poland is now near the bottom of consumption in Europe compared to where they used to be.

Language / Polish in 4 Weeks CD-ROM [46]

There is a new book by swan that is out. Its basically Polish Grammar in a Nutshell in book form.

Genealogy / Polish looks? [1410]

I am 90%+ Polish by blood and 3 and 4th generation born in the US. I met a man from the Ukraine where I worked before. He could tell I was Polish.

News / Do Poles in Poland really feel betrayed because there won't be any US Shield? [288]


I am sure they already have missiles aimed at Poland. What would a few more do?

Food / Does beer have any "real" expire date? [39]

The hops in the beer end up degrading. Since the style of a Weiss is usually under hopped it will probably taste ok. More hops would have meant more change in flavor. Less hops would mean less change of flavor. However, hops are a preservative, so, who knows!

USA, Canada / The proper behavior an American should show when visiting Poland [115]

If you go into a shop always grab a basket. I was refused service once and I couldn't understand what the lady was saying. She went and got me a basket and then she would help me.

Love / Ten things to remember when you have a Polish girlfriend [79]

My gf's mom loves me. However, my gf is considered old for an unmarried woman and that might have something to do with it.

I don't care if my gf takes my food. As good of a cook as I am she is even better. She will turn it into something good.

Genealogy / Funny Polish surnames [64]

Cebula

Work / Mechanical engineer born in Poland, grew up the States. Go back to PL. How? [29]

Why not go and teach English for a year and work on your Polish skills.

Food / Bologna & onions in Poland? [44]

Kawalski Garlic Ring Bologna fried with onions and potatoes.