CheFinny
15 Dec 2011
UK, Ireland / Missing Poles in London, Sylwester Goralski or Goranski / Rynczak [5]
sorry for bumping this up, but i feel its important.
sorry for bumping this up, but i feel its important.
CheFinny
15 Dec 2011
Real Estate / Moving to the Katowice area soon! Safe neighborhood for an Irish man? [38]
just dont move there it is a complete dump
just dont move there it is a complete dump
CheFinny
11 Dec 2011
UK, Ireland / Missing Poles in London, Sylwester Goralski or Goranski / Rynczak [5]
Hi guys tonight on Facebook a friend and I were talking about a Polish guy we knew who lived in Wimbledon London from November 2007 to maybe March 2008. Previously he was living in Tottenham.
We knew him through some other Polish people that we knew and at the time he was down on his luck and living in a bit of a squat that was filled with South Africans and a lot disaffected people. The house is pretty notorious in the Hayden's Park Road area.
Anyway the guy upped and left one night and was never seen again but we do know that the police were at the house looking for him on more than one occasion in the past. I have no idea, nor do I care, what for.
I was just wondering if anybody had any ideas about how I could have a search for this guy. Basically I don't want to find him I just want to make sure he isn't missing.
His name was Sylwester Goralski or Goranski. He was quite tall over six foot with blond straight hair. At the time he was quite/very disheveled and looked quite ill. In all honesty the guy looked, and sadly i believe, may have been mentally unwell. I'm not sure at all what part of Poland he was from but my pal thinks Katowice which he described in less than favorable terms.
Any help would be much appreciated.
Hi guys tonight on Facebook a friend and I were talking about a Polish guy we knew who lived in Wimbledon London from November 2007 to maybe March 2008. Previously he was living in Tottenham.
We knew him through some other Polish people that we knew and at the time he was down on his luck and living in a bit of a squat that was filled with South Africans and a lot disaffected people. The house is pretty notorious in the Hayden's Park Road area.
Anyway the guy upped and left one night and was never seen again but we do know that the police were at the house looking for him on more than one occasion in the past. I have no idea, nor do I care, what for.
I was just wondering if anybody had any ideas about how I could have a search for this guy. Basically I don't want to find him I just want to make sure he isn't missing.
His name was Sylwester Goralski or Goranski. He was quite tall over six foot with blond straight hair. At the time he was quite/very disheveled and looked quite ill. In all honesty the guy looked, and sadly i believe, may have been mentally unwell. I'm not sure at all what part of Poland he was from but my pal thinks Katowice which he described in less than favorable terms.
Any help would be much appreciated.
CheFinny
27 Nov 2011
Food / British food products in Poland? [334]
I thought I would be the same but I realised pretty soon that coming from Ireland I was spoilt for choice with regards to good food.
Another thing I find strange is when Polish people talk about how bad British or Irish food is when their own fare is limited and at best, OK.
The things I miss the most are cheddar cheese (you can get Kerrygold Cheddar in Alma but its 12zl for 200g), fantastic Irish breads, sausages, baked beans, proper bacon, lucozade.
also I feel sorry for Poles that they arent able to get a good Indian, Chinese meal or indeed even a well produced fish and chips.
as long as i can get decent tea bags in poland( which i know i can) i will be happy. dont really think would miss too much else..
I thought I would be the same but I realised pretty soon that coming from Ireland I was spoilt for choice with regards to good food.
Another thing I find strange is when Polish people talk about how bad British or Irish food is when their own fare is limited and at best, OK.
The things I miss the most are cheddar cheese (you can get Kerrygold Cheddar in Alma but its 12zl for 200g), fantastic Irish breads, sausages, baked beans, proper bacon, lucozade.
also I feel sorry for Poles that they arent able to get a good Indian, Chinese meal or indeed even a well produced fish and chips.
CheFinny
16 Nov 2011
Love / Does your Polish partner suffer from disposophobia [46]
I havent noticed the problem at all in the 50 or so Polish homes I have been in. On the other hand my partner likes to keep old magazines. Dont think this is Polish specific.
I havent noticed the problem at all in the 50 or so Polish homes I have been in. On the other hand my partner likes to keep old magazines. Dont think this is Polish specific.
CheFinny
10 Nov 2011
Travel / Long weekend in Wroclaw - tourist sights to see (waterpark?) + Polish food + soccer game [8]
guiness pub it is then, i hope and pray that this vital match is on and not an England friendly.
guiness pub it is then, i hope and pray that this vital match is on and not an England friendly.
CheFinny
10 Nov 2011
Travel / Long weekend in Wroclaw - tourist sights to see (waterpark?) + Polish food + soccer game [8]
thanks very much, I will try that guiness place. any more suggestions as a back up?
sorry to mention again but it seems from revies online that the Guiness pub is a bit dodge, if you know what I mean.
is there anywhere else anyone can think of that will be showing the Ireland vs Estonia game?
I have found a place called the Celtic Pub and the Belfast pub?
I supposing being an irish bar abraod that both places will probably show the England game?
thanks very much, I will try that guiness place. any more suggestions as a back up?
sorry to mention again but it seems from revies online that the Guiness pub is a bit dodge, if you know what I mean.
is there anywhere else anyone can think of that will be showing the Ireland vs Estonia game?
I have found a place called the Celtic Pub and the Belfast pub?
I supposing being an irish bar abraod that both places will probably show the England game?
CheFinny
10 Nov 2011
Travel / Long weekend in Wroclaw - tourist sights to see (waterpark?) + Polish food + soccer game [8]
Hi Guys,
I am spending the long weekend in Wroclaw. But I need to know a few things.
a) What tourits sights are musts?
b) Is the waterpark any good (for small and bigger kids)?
c) Where can I get decent Polish food that wont break the bank?
d) is anywhere likely to be showing the Ireland v Estonia game tomorrow night?
also, a good breakfast buffet?
Hi Guys,
I am spending the long weekend in Wroclaw. But I need to know a few things.
a) What tourits sights are musts?
b) Is the waterpark any good (for small and bigger kids)?
c) Where can I get decent Polish food that wont break the bank?
d) is anywhere likely to be showing the Ireland v Estonia game tomorrow night?
also, a good breakfast buffet?
CheFinny
9 Nov 2011
Work / Monthly income for family - Warsaw [71]
You have just highlighted my point. I know two schools in my city that ran a class with a Polish national as the teacher so as to smooth the transition for the Polish children. This was paid for by the tax payer (including the parents of the children). This left the Poles free to use their own money differently and make life a little easier.
These schools didnt HAVE to do this but they did because they are run by nice people in nice areas.
The idea of a Polish school stretching themseleves to do something like this is unfathomable and, sadly, it says a lot about this society and their take, take, take attitude towards its European neighbours.
And in all fairness - many people (myself included) wouldn't be too happy about precious resources being used to help children who have parents that can pay, anyway.
You have just highlighted my point. I know two schools in my city that ran a class with a Polish national as the teacher so as to smooth the transition for the Polish children. This was paid for by the tax payer (including the parents of the children). This left the Poles free to use their own money differently and make life a little easier.
These schools didnt HAVE to do this but they did because they are run by nice people in nice areas.
The idea of a Polish school stretching themseleves to do something like this is unfathomable and, sadly, it says a lot about this society and their take, take, take attitude towards its European neighbours.
CheFinny
7 Nov 2011
Language / Kurwa? at end of every sentence [51]
I once heard in the Rynek in Krakow, 'dzien dobry kurwa, obwazanek z serem kurwa po proze.' and i don't think he was being offensive
I once heard in the Rynek in Krakow, 'dzien dobry kurwa, obwazanek z serem kurwa po proze.' and i don't think he was being offensive
CheFinny
6 Nov 2011
Work / Monthly income for family - Warsaw [71]
thats a shame. I know several public schools in the Belfast employed a Polish national to teach Polish kids and help the little ones through the transition.
As Poland is a take, take, take society though I am not surprised they don't do ANYTHING to help tax payers children assimilate.
None - they'll be treated as a Polish child would be treated, except possibly without the threat of being sent to a special school (like what happens to Roma children).
thats a shame. I know several public schools in the Belfast employed a Polish national to teach Polish kids and help the little ones through the transition.
As Poland is a take, take, take society though I am not surprised they don't do ANYTHING to help tax payers children assimilate.
CheFinny
6 Nov 2011
CheFinny
20 Sep 2010
Study / Student from Nepal travelling to Poland with dependent for further studies. Any job? [87]
I dont understand as your English is bad. What is your Polish like? Again I advise against coming to Europe.
I dont understand as your English is bad. What is your Polish like? Again I advise against coming to Europe.
CheFinny
12 Sep 2010
UK, Ireland / Irish leaving Ireland again. Economy forcing them to immigrate [39]
What are your feelings re Srebrenica Massacre? Do you believe that by extension the Netherlands is a nation of cowards?
What are your feelings re Srebrenica Massacre? Do you believe that by extension the Netherlands is a nation of cowards?
CheFinny
11 Sep 2010
UK, Ireland / Advantages of living in Poland as opposed to the UK. [126]
although Poland doesnt have the ugly Scottish people, well not that many of them anyway
although Poland doesnt have the ugly Scottish people, well not that many of them anyway
CheFinny
11 Sep 2010
UK, Ireland / Advantages of living in Poland as opposed to the UK. [126]
amazing sweeping statement. Have you had sex with every scottish and every Polish girl. I agree though my one experience with a Scottish girl was not memorable in the least, they are also, somehow, even uglier than the Irish (sweeping statement).
amazing sweeping statement. Have you had sex with every scottish and every Polish girl. I agree though my one experience with a Scottish girl was not memorable in the least, they are also, somehow, even uglier than the Irish (sweeping statement).
CheFinny
11 Sep 2010
Study / Student from Nepal travelling to Poland with dependent for further studies. Any job? [87]
No it doesnt sound feasible. Study in Nepal or elsewhere closer to home because if (and I suspect when) you start seeking to claim benefits in Poland you will find it very hard. Poland has enough trouble looking after its own people without having to look after additional blown ins.
No it doesnt sound feasible. Study in Nepal or elsewhere closer to home because if (and I suspect when) you start seeking to claim benefits in Poland you will find it very hard. Poland has enough trouble looking after its own people without having to look after additional blown ins.
CheFinny
2 Sep 2010
Study / Want to do a PL course in Krakow this month. Where recommended? [5]
Merged: Polish for Foreigners Course in Krakow. Has anyone attended such a course?
Has anyone attended such a course in Krakow?
Are they any good?
Prices vary hugely it seems. From as low as zl650 for a 44 week semester course.
Anyway any help would be much appreciated as I have been here five months and the self study, impatient girlfriend route doesnt work.
Merged: Polish for Foreigners Course in Krakow. Has anyone attended such a course?
Has anyone attended such a course in Krakow?
Are they any good?
Prices vary hugely it seems. From as low as zl650 for a 44 week semester course.
Anyway any help would be much appreciated as I have been here five months and the self study, impatient girlfriend route doesnt work.
CheFinny
28 Aug 2010
CheFinny
31 Jul 2010
News / POLAND LEAVING WHAT COUNTRY FOR A BETTER LIFE?? [73]
High end goods are indeed more expensive, solve the problem by renting/buying a furnished property, bring your existing PC and buy an adaptor.
I have lived in London and I bring home much less now that I did them, relativley though I live a much much much better life, unbelievably so. I am actually saving money for the first time since University.
I love the place oh and have you heard about the women?!?!?!
Seanus if you are being sarcastic and implying that is what I do you are very wrong. For a 26-year-old fella I live fantastically.
And electronics are a once a year purchase i dont know why everybody cries about them so much.
And I remember he mentioned that electronics were also more expensive in Poland than in Germany
High end goods are indeed more expensive, solve the problem by renting/buying a furnished property, bring your existing PC and buy an adaptor.
I have lived in London and I bring home much less now that I did them, relativley though I live a much much much better life, unbelievably so. I am actually saving money for the first time since University.
I love the place oh and have you heard about the women?!?!?!
Seanus if you are being sarcastic and implying that is what I do you are very wrong. For a 26-year-old fella I live fantastically.
And electronics are a once a year purchase i dont know why everybody cries about them so much.
CheFinny
31 Jul 2010
News / POLAND LEAVING WHAT COUNTRY FOR A BETTER LIFE?? [73]
Relative to salaries you can eat out for 2/3 of an hour's wages!!!!
You can't eat out for Euro6 anywhere else I have ever been.
You make a good point about Bedronka and maybe I have lower standards. I do however have a nice one bed flat and pretty much do, eat and drink what I want. I dont buy expensive clothes, holidays etc but I am a simple man with simple tastes and as I only plan to be here a while I find it very easy to sustain myself here working part time hours.
So if I were you I'd move.
Relative to salaries you can eat out for 2/3 of an hour's wages!!!!
You can't eat out for Euro6 anywhere else I have ever been.
You make a good point about Bedronka and maybe I have lower standards. I do however have a nice one bed flat and pretty much do, eat and drink what I want. I dont buy expensive clothes, holidays etc but I am a simple man with simple tastes and as I only plan to be here a while I find it very easy to sustain myself here working part time hours.
So if I were you I'd move.
CheFinny
31 Jul 2010
News / POLAND LEAVING WHAT COUNTRY FOR A BETTER LIFE?? [73]
I dont know why people are always saying its a stuggle in Poland, it isnt. Rent is cheap, food is cheap and you will be able to get something. Although I dont like Dutch people so maybe dont come.
I dont know why people are always saying its a stuggle in Poland, it isnt. Rent is cheap, food is cheap and you will be able to get something. Although I dont like Dutch people so maybe dont come.
CheFinny
23 Jul 2010
UK, Ireland / Irish leaving Ireland again. Economy forcing them to immigrate [39]
you keep telling yourself that sweet cheeks ;)
Heres five give me a rub.
I am sure they are more positive about Dutch women than about Irish women
you keep telling yourself that sweet cheeks ;)
Heres five give me a rub.
CheFinny
23 Jul 2010
UK, Ireland / Irish leaving Ireland again. Economy forcing them to immigrate [39]
just bossy against you cause you're an immigrant. Polish people are bossy towards me because I'm an immigrant. Its the natural way.
just bossy against you cause you're an immigrant. Polish people are bossy towards me because I'm an immigrant. Its the natural way.
CheFinny
16 Jul 2010
CheFinny
16 Jul 2010
Food / What's your favorite Polish beer? [870]
are you a woman? Gay perhaps? Men dont drink fruit flavoured beer in Poland, havent you realised this yet!?!?!?!?
are you a woman? Gay perhaps? Men dont drink fruit flavoured beer in Poland, havent you realised this yet!?!?!?!?
CheFinny
16 Jul 2010
Life / To ex-pats living in Poland. Hanging around more with Poles or other expats? [20]
Dont get me wrong or think I am having a moan, its just the way it seems. When I was an immigrant (Irish) living in London I had no problem having craic with Polish lads but here in Krakow it is very different.
The women in this city are generally lovely but the Cracovian lads (particurarily the career student, living off their parents, not working, crying about not working and it being too hot/or cold CONSTANTLY (of whom there are many)) are very hard to deal with. The word aloof springs to mind as does jealously. As do the phrases man-up and lazy expectant b**tard . That said there are many good oaks about and ultimately I came here for my fiance so it doesnt really matter. One thing i was surprised about is that some of the so-called underclass in Krakow who are looked down upon by the cities generally snobbish inhabitants are top boys.
Anyway its just my musings.
Dont get me wrong or think I am having a moan, its just the way it seems. When I was an immigrant (Irish) living in London I had no problem having craic with Polish lads but here in Krakow it is very different.
The women in this city are generally lovely but the Cracovian lads (particurarily the career student, living off their parents, not working, crying about not working and it being too hot/or cold CONSTANTLY (of whom there are many)) are very hard to deal with. The word aloof springs to mind as does jealously. As do the phrases man-up and lazy expectant b**tard . That said there are many good oaks about and ultimately I came here for my fiance so it doesnt really matter. One thing i was surprised about is that some of the so-called underclass in Krakow who are looked down upon by the cities generally snobbish inhabitants are top boys.
Anyway its just my musings.
CheFinny
15 Jul 2010
Love / Please Stop insult for polish girls [17]
Am I alone in not being able to understand any of that original message?
Am I alone in not being able to understand any of that original message?
CheFinny
15 Jul 2010
Life / To ex-pats living in Poland. Hanging around more with Poles or other expats? [20]
Ex-Pats unfortunately. I came here with the intention of fully integrating, but I have found Poolish guys very standoffish (very different to how I found them in Ireland) I spend some time with my gf's friends but it isn't really by choice. My lack of Polish I suppose hinders me.
Ex-Pats unfortunately. I came here with the intention of fully integrating, but I have found Poolish guys very standoffish (very different to how I found them in Ireland) I spend some time with my gf's friends but it isn't really by choice. My lack of Polish I suppose hinders me.
CheFinny
12 Jul 2010
Language / Do Poles prefer US American or UK English language? [147]
Ok the English language evolved on the Island of Great Britain. My bad for erronously using the word invented. I did not dispute that the term 'British English' was an accepted term, I merely said it was one that did not sit well with me.
English spoken on the Island of Great Britain and its surrounds should, in my opinion, be referred to as English and the modified version used in America should be called American English.
Ok the English language evolved on the Island of Great Britain. My bad for erronously using the word invented. I did not dispute that the term 'British English' was an accepted term, I merely said it was one that did not sit well with me.
English spoken on the Island of Great Britain and its surrounds should, in my opinion, be referred to as English and the modified version used in America should be called American English.