pierogi2000
15 Nov 2013
pierogi2000
15 Nov 2013
News / What is the population of Poland's non-european minority? [142]
That is my plan. My sister left 3 years ago
That is my plan. My sister left 3 years ago
pierogi2000
22 Nov 2013
Life / My Słowianie (music video mocks stereotypes about Poles and Slavs) [46]
Settle down Beavis
Absolutely brilliant that vid. I just wonder whether 'proud slavs' such as the ones we have here (crow pierogi, etc) will realise that the p!ss is being royally ripped out of them!
Settle down Beavis
pierogi2000
24 Nov 2013
Life / Conflicting views about life in Poland? [45]
Poland has an ignorant fascination with the West. Judging life quality based on what they see on television. Some buy into Western propaganda that multiculturalism and mixed raced people are superior and since that doesn't exist in Poland....
Can't blame Poles for moving to other European nations since Europe is the pinnacle of human life
Poland has an ignorant fascination with the West. Judging life quality based on what they see on television. Some buy into Western propaganda that multiculturalism and mixed raced people are superior and since that doesn't exist in Poland....
Can't blame Poles for moving to other European nations since Europe is the pinnacle of human life
pierogi2000
25 Nov 2013
USA, Canada / Polish friends, what would be your preferred US state/city to live in? [17]
Everything in the USA comes down to $$$.
Doesn't really matter which state or even city because each town has it's own disparity in quality. For example: multiple schools
The coasts usually cost more than Island. Mid-America is the safest but no large cities. Downtown city life in the USA is dangerous and expensive.
Everything in the USA comes down to $$$.
Doesn't really matter which state or even city because each town has it's own disparity in quality. For example: multiple schools
The coasts usually cost more than Island. Mid-America is the safest but no large cities. Downtown city life in the USA is dangerous and expensive.
pierogi2000
25 Nov 2013
USA, Canada / Polish friends, what would be your preferred US state/city to live in? [17]
Haha yeah......
Detroit, Cleveland, Baltimore, St.Louis & Oakland
Haha yeah......
Detroit, Cleveland, Baltimore, St.Louis & Oakland
pierogi2000
25 Nov 2013
USA, Canada / Polish friends, what would be your preferred US state/city to live in? [17]
Good points Meathead,
I believe if you move to the USA, you are expecting to have Poland be in the back seat outside the household. Especially without family.
Good points Meathead,
I believe if you move to the USA, you are expecting to have Poland be in the back seat outside the household. Especially without family.
pierogi2000
25 Nov 2013
USA, Canada / Polish friends, what would be your preferred US state/city to live in? [17]
The Polish group in Southern California is connected to the church
The Polish group in Southern California is connected to the church
pierogi2000
12 Dec 2013
News / Why are Czechs more effective than Poles and Poland? [116]
Silly comparison
Poland:
Free for 50 of the past 200 years
Invaded by 4 nations (including Slovakia)
Decimated during WW2 and mostly not rebuilt
Never gave in to Hitler
Fueled the break up of the Iron Wall
Polish industries were stripped by Nazis, Soviets and then Allies
I remember back in the late 1990's, the gap & more importantly future forecast of the two nations was significantly wide. But the current picture is different. It's fairly obviously Czech with it's smaller size, less foreign occupations and less post war rebuilding; would be more organized and efficient. But Poland has the distinct upside in the future. Poland is the one with access to the sea and in general a more contrasting landscape. Czech is overtly reliant on Prague, while Poland simply has more to offer. Considering the public relations improvement we've seen from Poland in the past 5-10 years, it's just a matter of time before Poland catches up in terms of organization. A lot of the current issues are byproducts of Communist society just 20 years ago but that is dying out along with that specific population of people.
People take shots at the church and I understand why but you are ignoring it's positive influence during Occupation. For better & worse, it is a staple of modern day Polish society until.....it also decreases along with that specific population of people.
Silly comparison
Poland:
Free for 50 of the past 200 years
Invaded by 4 nations (including Slovakia)
Decimated during WW2 and mostly not rebuilt
Never gave in to Hitler
Fueled the break up of the Iron Wall
Polish industries were stripped by Nazis, Soviets and then Allies
I remember back in the late 1990's, the gap & more importantly future forecast of the two nations was significantly wide. But the current picture is different. It's fairly obviously Czech with it's smaller size, less foreign occupations and less post war rebuilding; would be more organized and efficient. But Poland has the distinct upside in the future. Poland is the one with access to the sea and in general a more contrasting landscape. Czech is overtly reliant on Prague, while Poland simply has more to offer. Considering the public relations improvement we've seen from Poland in the past 5-10 years, it's just a matter of time before Poland catches up in terms of organization. A lot of the current issues are byproducts of Communist society just 20 years ago but that is dying out along with that specific population of people.
People take shots at the church and I understand why but you are ignoring it's positive influence during Occupation. For better & worse, it is a staple of modern day Polish society until.....it also decreases along with that specific population of people.
pierogi2000
17 Dec 2013
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]
You'll be fine. Anything physical would be a random act of violence and wouldn't matter your skin color OR you are at a location (bar) where there is trouble
You'll be fine. Anything physical would be a random act of violence and wouldn't matter your skin color OR you are at a location (bar) where there is trouble
pierogi2000
18 Dec 2013
History / What do Poles think about Turks? [761]
Looks/stares = Yes
Verbal abuse = Probably not, would be in Polish
Physical abuse = Unlikely especially if you avoid known troubled areas (Poles fight each other)
Looks/stares = Yes
Verbal abuse = Probably not, would be in Polish
Physical abuse = Unlikely especially if you avoid known troubled areas (Poles fight each other)
pierogi2000
3 Jan 2014
pierogi2000
10 Jan 2014
Life / The Polish Dream - move out from Poland as fast as possible [74]
There is a shortage of jobs. Why is there a shortage? Because during the War, the Nazis/Soviets came in and robbed and closed a good portion of the Polish industries. The rest were sold to Westerners after the war by greedy Poles. Poland doesn't produce anything anymore.
And the reason immigrants give their native country a bad name is because those that immigrant weren't the most educated etc. They go overseas because they have no other choice.
There is a shortage of jobs. Why is there a shortage? Because during the War, the Nazis/Soviets came in and robbed and closed a good portion of the Polish industries. The rest were sold to Westerners after the war by greedy Poles. Poland doesn't produce anything anymore.
And the reason immigrants give their native country a bad name is because those that immigrant weren't the most educated etc. They go overseas because they have no other choice.
pierogi2000
15 Jan 2014
History / Walesa says without meeting Mrs Thatcher in Gdansk Solidarnosc wouldn't have won [51]
There is a distinct difference in the way Walesa is celebrated today by his own (Polish) people AND the way Westerners celebrate and most importantly package Walesa to their own society. Cute butt buddy scenario in play here. The West advertises Walesa as a Soviet defeater and in return Walesa proclaims how it was all made possible by (Insert Western leader). It's really cute.
Thatcher could not have cared any less for the non wealthy Brits, what could she have wanted from Poland.
There is a distinct difference in the way Walesa is celebrated today by his own (Polish) people AND the way Westerners celebrate and most importantly package Walesa to their own society. Cute butt buddy scenario in play here. The West advertises Walesa as a Soviet defeater and in return Walesa proclaims how it was all made possible by (Insert Western leader). It's really cute.
Thatcher could not have cared any less for the non wealthy Brits, what could she have wanted from Poland.
pierogi2000
15 Jan 2014
Classifieds / Expat groups / parents / clubs - Wroclaw [13]
Try "MeetUp" My sister was able to join and create parent/child stuff on it from Germany
Try "MeetUp" My sister was able to join and create parent/child stuff on it from Germany
pierogi2000
17 Jan 2014
USA, Canada / Why are Polish restaurants not successful in the USA? [698]
Polish food has amazing soup. It's perfect to have on the stove always ready especially for lunch time snack. Most Americans don't eat soup and their idea of a sandwich is Subway. I haven't eaten at Subway in 5 something years. Furthermore most Americans don't eat much pork//mushrooms/sauerkraut. You have to appreciate bread, meat and cheese to enjoy Polish food and that frankly is not an American quality (Birthplace of Fast Food).
To keep your business afloat, you need local support. Most Polish homes contain atleast one good cook, avoiding the need to constantly eat out. The concept of eating out is new to Polish culture. The norm is family gatherings and everyone brings something.
Polish food has amazing soup. It's perfect to have on the stove always ready especially for lunch time snack. Most Americans don't eat soup and their idea of a sandwich is Subway. I haven't eaten at Subway in 5 something years. Furthermore most Americans don't eat much pork//mushrooms/sauerkraut. You have to appreciate bread, meat and cheese to enjoy Polish food and that frankly is not an American quality (Birthplace of Fast Food).
To keep your business afloat, you need local support. Most Polish homes contain atleast one good cook, avoiding the need to constantly eat out. The concept of eating out is new to Polish culture. The norm is family gatherings and everyone brings something.
pierogi2000
17 Jan 2014
USA, Canada / Why are Polish restaurants not successful in the USA? [698]
There was no need to eat out until foreign flavors arrived.
There was no need to eat out until foreign flavors arrived.
pierogi2000
23 Jan 2014
News / Don't let Poland become like my country, France. [630]
Poland is currently in a perfect cultural situation. Poles that fall for Western propaganda, pack up move and never return (bringing their filth back). Poles that remain in Poland do not want outside interference.
Multiculturalism has never worked.
Poland is currently in a perfect cultural situation. Poles that fall for Western propaganda, pack up move and never return (bringing their filth back). Poles that remain in Poland do not want outside interference.
Multiculturalism has never worked.
pierogi2000
24 Jan 2014
News / Don't let Poland become like my country, France. [630]
You shall have to offer me an example of multiculturalism working, first.
Examples please, you ignorant misinformed drone?
You shall have to offer me an example of multiculturalism working, first.
pierogi2000
24 Jan 2014
News / Don't let Poland become like my country, France. [630]
Sports? Haha
The more cultures you put into the Pot, the more watered down it gets. Not to mention look at crime statistics. A better football team. Come on, was that a joke?
Sports? Haha
The more cultures you put into the Pot, the more watered down it gets. Not to mention look at crime statistics. A better football team. Come on, was that a joke?
pierogi2000
24 Jan 2014
News / Don't let Poland become like my country, France. [630]
Richer for whom?
USA is a ghetto dump
London is no longer British
France is a North African colony
None of those 3 countries are in the TOP 10 for living standards. But TOP 5 for outsiders coming in and robbing the system.
Or the richer it gets, even.
Richer for whom?
Great. So the likes of Poland and North Korea are wonderful examples of pure culture. Pity the poor people in France, the US and the UK.
USA is a ghetto dump
London is no longer British
France is a North African colony
None of those 3 countries are in the TOP 10 for living standards. But TOP 5 for outsiders coming in and robbing the system.