Szalawa
25 Aug 2014
UK, Ireland / Living in a Polish/Gypsy community in Poland. People don't like me there. [25]
Damn right, gypsies know no borders
Damn right, gypsies know no borders
Szalawa
19 Aug 2014
USA, Canada / I embrace the term "Polak" or "Pollack" in the US [33]
I know but it's annoying when someone mispronounces it which happens quite often
I know but it's annoying when someone mispronounces it which happens quite often
Szalawa
18 Aug 2014
USA, Canada / I embrace the term "Polak" or "Pollack" in the US [33]
Yeah Polak and Polka is the proper term, but some people decided to use it as an insult. Still it's better then getting called something you stick in the ground or shine your shoes with.
Yeah Polak and Polka is the proper term, but some people decided to use it as an insult. Still it's better then getting called something you stick in the ground or shine your shoes with.
Szalawa
14 Aug 2014
Life / Going to Poland in a hijab - Polish people and Islam [154]
Exactly, It would be rude to do something like that
Its their religion that causes the alienation. I admit nikab and burka is too much and clothing has very little to do with modesty. It should be more about mindset.
Why on earth would I do that?!
Exactly, It would be rude to do something like that
But let's be honest Burka, Hijab.....whatever- it is not sign of modesty for me but alienation.
Its their religion that causes the alienation. I admit nikab and burka is too much and clothing has very little to do with modesty. It should be more about mindset.
Szalawa
14 Aug 2014
Life / Going to Poland in a hijab - Polish people and Islam [154]
If that was a Burka, but it's not.
Hijab covers only the hair. You can see elderly and middle aged christian women do the exact same thing while going to church. Nuns also cover their hair, please.. go and tell them to take that rag of their head and see what happens.
Also not all Muslim are wearing a hijab so its not needed
If that was a Burka, but it's not.
Hijab covers only the hair. You can see elderly and middle aged christian women do the exact same thing while going to church. Nuns also cover their hair, please.. go and tell them to take that rag of their head and see what happens.
Also not all Muslim are wearing a hijab so its not needed
Szalawa
11 Aug 2014
Study / Where I should study journalism(in Poland ) [32]
That's what I am doing, lots of work. But still better then Physics and high level mathematics for me.
I hear even with a Bachelors degree in Science it will still be hard to find a decent job. But If you can write good reports and "sell the knowledge to the public" via documenting the research you just might have something. But you will need passion for science and high understanding of the subject.
but I don't like chemistry Biology, don't know why but it's kind of a routine for me..
That's what I am doing, lots of work. But still better then Physics and high level mathematics for me.
I hear even with a Bachelors degree in Science it will still be hard to find a decent job. But If you can write good reports and "sell the knowledge to the public" via documenting the research you just might have something. But you will need passion for science and high understanding of the subject.
Szalawa
11 Aug 2014
Study / Where I should study journalism(in Poland ) [32]
Yeah, you can try conducting a documentary on something in your area then upload it on Youtube, write blogs and reports. Youtube is the big thing now.
As for studying journalism, I'm not sure about this field... If you want to, don't let anyone stop you. But you can also do things that will be an asset to your skills in that field such as Language and media studies, political science etc. But I am a science person so I can't say much on this. Well you can do journalism on scientific research, that sounds pretty cool to be honest.
Yeah, you can try conducting a documentary on something in your area then upload it on Youtube, write blogs and reports. Youtube is the big thing now.
As for studying journalism, I'm not sure about this field... If you want to, don't let anyone stop you. But you can also do things that will be an asset to your skills in that field such as Language and media studies, political science etc. But I am a science person so I can't say much on this. Well you can do journalism on scientific research, that sounds pretty cool to be honest.
Szalawa
10 Aug 2014
Travel / First vacation in Poland [15]
I recommend Tatra Mountains. I'm a mountain person and had a grate experience there, lots of stunning views although it can be very busy in the summer. I heard Zakopane is nice, but I never been there.
Częstochowa's Jasna gora is also nice to see especially if you are religious, but again it can get very busy.
There is also a small desert near the village Klucz, I found it pretty cool, but that's because it was the first desert I've been to
Also the Trail of the Eagles that is full of castle ruins which all the ones I've been to are located in the country or small towns. I like that because I am fascinated with history and you get to see alot of the country side driving around.
Most of these listed are in between Silesia and Mało Polska
Anyway that is my list
I recommend Tatra Mountains. I'm a mountain person and had a grate experience there, lots of stunning views although it can be very busy in the summer. I heard Zakopane is nice, but I never been there.
Częstochowa's Jasna gora is also nice to see especially if you are religious, but again it can get very busy.
There is also a small desert near the village Klucz, I found it pretty cool, but that's because it was the first desert I've been to
Also the Trail of the Eagles that is full of castle ruins which all the ones I've been to are located in the country or small towns. I like that because I am fascinated with history and you get to see alot of the country side driving around.
Most of these listed are in between Silesia and Mało Polska
Anyway that is my list
Szalawa
9 Aug 2014
Travel / Exchange Euro to Zloty - I am going to arrive in Warsaw [17]
Ah, no problem. That's why you ask questions.
Roger5 no need to be rude
Ah, no problem. That's why you ask questions.
Roger5 no need to be rude
Szalawa
8 Aug 2014
Life / My Słowianie (music video mocks stereotypes about Poles and Slavs) [46]
Merged: Pan-Slavic music made in Poland?
I have been listening to a lot of pan-Slavic rap for the past year and I notice that Poles seem to play the key role (such as EESS-Eastern European Street Style), which promote pan-Slavic ideology and unity. Does anyone here know more about this?
I also notice it is quite common among folk music too (Which I love) etc.
this is a good sign
Anyway please share any music promoting pan-Slavism with me here if you come across it, especially if it's Polish (although it does not have to be)
Merged: Pan-Slavic music made in Poland?
I have been listening to a lot of pan-Slavic rap for the past year and I notice that Poles seem to play the key role (such as EESS-Eastern European Street Style), which promote pan-Slavic ideology and unity. Does anyone here know more about this?
I also notice it is quite common among folk music too (Which I love) etc.
this is a good sign
Anyway please share any music promoting pan-Slavism with me here if you come across it, especially if it's Polish (although it does not have to be)
Szalawa
8 Aug 2014
Food / Polish placki v latkes (potato pancakes) [22]
Hungarian style, with goulash and cheese and some sour cream on the side
BTW how do you like your placki
Hungarian style, with goulash and cheese and some sour cream on the side
Szalawa
6 Aug 2014
Love / Am I The Only One Who Doesn't Find Polish Women Attractive? [93]
Picking on the weak, they say the bully lacks self cofidence
That's why they colonised half of the world, because they lack self confidence...
Picking on the weak, they say the bully lacks self cofidence
Szalawa
4 Aug 2014
History / Why is the Battle of Grunwald celebrated more than the Battle of Lubiszewo? [29]
Yes I agree and lets not forget it was T.O. that invaded Lithuania and Poland
This battle really brought the Polish and Lithuanian realms alot closer together too.
very real turning point at our history.
Yes I agree and lets not forget it was T.O. that invaded Lithuania and Poland
This battle really brought the Polish and Lithuanian realms alot closer together too.
Szalawa
25 Jul 2014
History / Do Polish people in general dislike Russia or Germany more? [369]
I agree, that is why I am pan-Slavic and anti-nationalist, I don't believe people should identify by artificial lines drawn on maps
You nailed it!
Poland is the second largest Slavic country, after Russia. Just imagine the power in unity if all slavs lived in peace with each other, yet we see nothing but hate with the ones that should be close - Ukraine/Russia/Poland.
I agree, that is why I am pan-Slavic and anti-nationalist, I don't believe people should identify by artificial lines drawn on maps
Nationalism is how people get brainwashed to go to war and do terrible things to their fellow brother/human. For this reason I'm not surprised at all to what is happening in Ukraine.
You nailed it!
Szalawa
23 Jul 2014
History / Restoration of Poland's Monarchy? [40]
Yes, I do acknowledge it was counter productive for any central authority but at the same time it was necessary for liberty
Yes, Magnates were a real problem. Some magnates owned land in the P-L C larger then some entire countries in Europe. Corruption is a problem, even in today's USA we can see a similar situation unfolding.
a quote from animal farm
allot were dirt poor, some did not even own land. I agree, noble is an incorrect term, I think they had compulsory military service so in a way it would make them the privileged military caste. But Szlachta was a prized title and was not determined by material wealth but based on ancestral importance, many of these title's have interesting historical stories of how one's ancestor acquired the title.
You are talking about the liberum veto here, which was the summum of anarchism.
Yes, I do acknowledge it was counter productive for any central authority but at the same time it was necessary for liberty
All schlachta were in the pay of their respective magnates and voted as instructed by them. And the magnates were in the pay of foreign powers.
Yes, Magnates were a real problem. Some magnates owned land in the P-L C larger then some entire countries in Europe. Corruption is a problem, even in today's USA we can see a similar situation unfolding.
All were equal, but some were more equal than others.
a quote from animal farm
Most were nothing special at all, and to describe them as 'nobles' is stretching things.
allot were dirt poor, some did not even own land. I agree, noble is an incorrect term, I think they had compulsory military service so in a way it would make them the privileged military caste. But Szlachta was a prized title and was not determined by material wealth but based on ancestral importance, many of these title's have interesting historical stories of how one's ancestor acquired the title.
Szalawa
22 Jul 2014
History / Restoration of Poland's Monarchy? [40]
Titles, it had to be inherited by lineage for the most part
Titles, it had to be inherited by lineage for the most part
Szalawa
22 Jul 2014
History / Restoration of Poland's Monarchy? [40]
what makes it special is the fact that there was nothing else like that in Europe at that time
what makes it special is the fact that there was nothing else like that in Europe at that time
Szalawa
22 Jul 2014
History / Restoration of Poland's Monarchy? [40]
No, could be anywhere form 5-15 % of the entire population of the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth.
Are we talking hundreds?
No, could be anywhere form 5-15 % of the entire population of the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth.
Szalawa
22 Jul 2014
History / Restoration of Poland's Monarchy? [40]
Yes, Poland had an elected Monarchy after the Jagiellon's died. Corrupt Magnates working for foreign powers where a big problem in the latter years, however most of the szlachta where OK and could veto any move the king made that seemed corrupt. see executionist movement :
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Executionist_movement
Yes, Poland had an elected Monarchy after the Jagiellon's died. Corrupt Magnates working for foreign powers where a big problem in the latter years, however most of the szlachta where OK and could veto any move the king made that seemed corrupt. see executionist movement :
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Executionist_movement
Szalawa
21 Jul 2014
News / Poland's demographic, migration & fertility rate disaster [20]
There will be those willing to assimilate and others that won't. For example Gypsies lived in Europe for about a 1000 years and for the most part have not assimilated. But this is getting offtopic
There will be those willing to assimilate and others that won't. For example Gypsies lived in Europe for about a 1000 years and for the most part have not assimilated. But this is getting offtopic
Szalawa
21 Jul 2014
News / Poland's demographic, migration & fertility rate disaster [20]
A Brit can become a Pole and vise versa, it all depends on the degree of assimilation. If they are Slavs at heart they may consider going back home.
A Brit can become a Pole and vise versa, it all depends on the degree of assimilation. If they are Slavs at heart they may consider going back home.
Szalawa
21 Jul 2014
News / Poland's demographic, migration & fertility rate disaster [20]
this is not a bad thing, once these Pole's make enough money in UK many will go back to Poland with their family and money
this is not a bad thing, once these Pole's make enough money in UK many will go back to Poland with their family and money
Szalawa
21 Jul 2014
Genealogy / The typical Polish look, or all Eastern Europeans [656]
I can agree with that.
Some Pole's do have long noses while others don't, I do not have a long nose.
you look Polish meaning you wouldn't really stand out in Poland
I can agree with that.
Apparently Polish noses are often quite long, I have one
Some Pole's do have long noses while others don't, I do not have a long nose.
Szalawa
21 Jul 2014
Genealogy / Where did most Germans live in Poland in the 19th century? [26]
At one point in History lots of German immigrants settled there (however Lodz had small population at that time). As the city grew, the Germans quickly became a minority being overtaken by both Poles and Jews.
Was it? What made it a "German city"?
At one point in History lots of German immigrants settled there (however Lodz had small population at that time). As the city grew, the Germans quickly became a minority being overtaken by both Poles and Jews.
Szalawa
20 Jul 2014
Genealogy / The typical Polish look, or all Eastern Europeans [656]
There is no Polish trademark for noses
Is my nose Polish?
There is no Polish trademark for noses
Szalawa
20 Jul 2014
UK, Ireland / Would life in the UK be very hard for a 17 yr old Polish girl? Advice needed please [33]
Get an education, that is what I'm currently doing. Then go to UK in about 4 years time with a little bit of money. It would be grate if you got some connections there. Make money in Uk and then take it back to Poland
Get an education, that is what I'm currently doing. Then go to UK in about 4 years time with a little bit of money. It would be grate if you got some connections there. Make money in Uk and then take it back to Poland
Szalawa
16 Jul 2014
News / GERMANS WANT TO GERMANIZE KOPERNIK (COPERNICUS)! OUTRAGE! [1016]
any chance Copernicus was involved in any of theses raids against Poland? I don't think so. "idiotic comment"... maybe post your source.
Warmia was under the crown of Poland.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Peace_of_Thorn_(1466)
He worked there because of his uncle, and Warmia/Ermland not only fought against the Teutonic Knights but also against Poland, because it was a semi-independent state between two bigger powers.
any chance Copernicus was involved in any of theses raids against Poland? I don't think so. "idiotic comment"... maybe post your source.
Warmia was under the crown of Poland.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_Peace_of_Thorn_(1466)
Szalawa
16 Jul 2014
Travel / Trips around Wrocław and in Lower Silesia region [11]
wrong region Crow, I spent a few months in Dolno Slask. separatist are almost non-existent movement
Crow, its very safe... I hop from Dolno slask and slask by train to visit family. I don't bother with Opole (not so interesting region). This is probably where most separatists are, but again nothing to threat and I am not aware of them being violent.
wrong region Crow, I spent a few months in Dolno Slask. separatist are almost non-existent movement
Crow, its very safe... I hop from Dolno slask and slask by train to visit family. I don't bother with Opole (not so interesting region). This is probably where most separatists are, but again nothing to threat and I am not aware of them being violent.
Szalawa
16 Jul 2014
News / GERMANS WANT TO GERMANIZE KOPERNIK (COPERNICUS)! OUTRAGE! [1016]
I used the word, but not in the content you are referring to.
Mitteleuropa, a Germanic term.
I praise Copernicus service against the Teuton dogs(hostile back stabbing knights from "Germany" which did not exist back then). Thank you copernicus for keeping Poland safe from such hostile forces.
Actually you did say Timbuktu,
I used the word, but not in the content you are referring to.
And whether Polish, German or a bit of both, he was definitely part of Mitteleuropa.
Mitteleuropa, a Germanic term.
I praise Copernicus service against the Teuton dogs(hostile back stabbing knights from "Germany" which did not exist back then). Thank you copernicus for keeping Poland safe from such hostile forces.
Szalawa
16 Jul 2014
News / GERMANS WANT TO GERMANIZE KOPERNIK (COPERNICUS)! OUTRAGE! [1016]
Because I did say Muslim scholars, and he does. However I did not say the cite's Timbuktu. I mention Timbuktu because of you have a fallacy that west is better.
Muslim Moors, not Spaniards.
I don't like the games you play.
Yes, actually, you did
Because I did say Muslim scholars, and he does. However I did not say the cite's Timbuktu. I mention Timbuktu because of you have a fallacy that west is better.
since they were all from Spain
Muslim Moors, not Spaniards.
I don't like the games you play.