Seanus
18 Dec 2011
UK, Ireland / Is the UK referred to as the Islands in Polish media back home? [62]
You know what some might say, Greg...... ;)
You know what some might say, Greg...... ;)
Seanus
18 Dec 2011
UK, Ireland / Is the UK referred to as the Islands in Polish media back home? [62]
Yeah, it can descend into the ridiculous. No need for such deep analysis, of course. An island is a piece of land completely surrounded by water and both GB and the island of the Irish fit that description. End of story!
Yeah, it can descend into the ridiculous. No need for such deep analysis, of course. An island is a piece of land completely surrounded by water and both GB and the island of the Irish fit that description. End of story!
Seanus
18 Dec 2011
UK, Ireland / Is the UK referred to as the Islands in Polish media back home? [62]
DE, the Anglo-Japanese Alliance was seen as an admission in the history books of Britain's need for allies after struggling through the Boer War of 1899.
The UK would be referred to as islands as NI is not part of GB, simple!
In the Polish media I have seen 'na wyspach' on more than one occasion.
DE, please don't embarrass yourself anymore than you really need to. You're close to your quota ;)
As for continental, think continental breakfast. The full English is sth very different and more substantial.
DE, the Anglo-Japanese Alliance was seen as an admission in the history books of Britain's need for allies after struggling through the Boer War of 1899.
The UK would be referred to as islands as NI is not part of GB, simple!
In the Polish media I have seen 'na wyspach' on more than one occasion.
DE, please don't embarrass yourself anymore than you really need to. You're close to your quota ;)
As for continental, think continental breakfast. The full English is sth very different and more substantial.
Seanus
18 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
True. People can discover the regions for themselves.
True. People can discover the regions for themselves.
Seanus
18 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
But the tourism industry is not exportable, delph ;) What on earth are you on about, man? ;) ;)
But the tourism industry is not exportable, delph ;) What on earth are you on about, man? ;) ;)
Seanus
18 Dec 2011
UK, Ireland / Is the UK referred to as the Islands in Polish media back home? [62]
Australasia is the continent. Brits refer to mainland Europe as the continent, yes. Nothing wrong with calling it 'island' as The British Isles enjoyed splendid isolation up to 1902 and, well, we are still an island despite ditching the policy ;)
Australasia is the continent. Brits refer to mainland Europe as the continent, yes. Nothing wrong with calling it 'island' as The British Isles enjoyed splendid isolation up to 1902 and, well, we are still an island despite ditching the policy ;)
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / American father's son is in Poland, [he's] told to pay child support.... [30]
Um, PIFL anyone?
Um, PIFL anyone?
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / American father's son is in Poland, [he's] told to pay child support.... [30]
Doesn't the Hague Convention on Child Abduction apply here?
Doesn't the Hague Convention on Child Abduction apply here?
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
Important marches are another idea that symbolises Poland. They champion various causes.
Important marches are another idea that symbolises Poland. They champion various causes.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / Where do most Polish-Americans identify on the political spectrum? [142]
Good post, I-S. Very good, in fact!!
Good post, I-S. Very good, in fact!!
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
History / Was the holocaust by Germans in Poland the worse genocide in history? [210]
True but they got what they wanted. Inadvertently, the Zionists have too. Where poor Jewish families were cruelly made to suffer, those Zionist dogs were cashing in on their bereavement.
True but they got what they wanted. Inadvertently, the Zionists have too. Where poor Jewish families were cruelly made to suffer, those Zionist dogs were cashing in on their bereavement.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
History / Was the holocaust by Germans in Poland the worse genocide in history? [210]
I don't really know their current leadership tbh. I don't imagine them to be overly antagonistic.
I don't really know their current leadership tbh. I don't imagine them to be overly antagonistic.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Life / The Adult Entertainment Industry in Poland? [67]
He's full of cow dung, that one. Full of disinformation.
He's full of cow dung, that one. Full of disinformation.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Life / The Adult Entertainment Industry in Poland? [67]
Sorry, I just don't believe that. It's not exactly 'present' material either ;)
Sorry, I just don't believe that. It's not exactly 'present' material either ;)
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Life / The Adult Entertainment Industry in Poland? [67]
No it doesn't. He found a few slappers and that's that. Most of the Polish girls I know wouldn't even think about doing prn.
No it doesn't. He found a few slappers and that's that. Most of the Polish girls I know wouldn't even think about doing prn.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Love / Polish girls' attitude towards different kinds of sex [88]
No, I'm referring to Polish girls generally. Catholicism is a powerful brake not to be underestimated.
No, I'm referring to Polish girls generally. Catholicism is a powerful brake not to be underestimated.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Life / The Adult Entertainment Industry in Poland? [67]
Adult entertainment here runs more along the lines of watching the neighbour stagger about after too much vodka or reverse his Maluch into a tree. Prno is not big here at all.
Adult entertainment here runs more along the lines of watching the neighbour stagger about after too much vodka or reverse his Maluch into a tree. Prno is not big here at all.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
Love / Polish girls' attitude towards different kinds of sex [88]
They are not likely to try it at all. They are not the experimental or dynamic types for the most part.
They are not likely to try it at all. They are not the experimental or dynamic types for the most part.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
History / Was the holocaust by Germans in Poland the worse genocide in history? [210]
Just let us not pretend that we were there during WWII. The man who pretends to know rather than humbly admits he doesn't is doing himself and others a disservice. Never have I seen so much rubbish written when reading books about the Holocaust.
Southern, they sometimes fought alongside each other. Sometimes against. The messiness of war!
Just let us not pretend that we were there during WWII. The man who pretends to know rather than humbly admits he doesn't is doing himself and others a disservice. Never have I seen so much rubbish written when reading books about the Holocaust.
Southern, they sometimes fought alongside each other. Sometimes against. The messiness of war!
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
News / Nigel Farage voice of reason for Poland and EU? [79]
They will cling on to the very end, those wannabe emperors. There have been popular uprisings across parts of Europe and for good reason. People must see that a lack of democracy is a lack of anything worthwhile in political terms. If we cannot elect our leaders then it's the ultimate in regression and not progress.
They will cling on to the very end, those wannabe emperors. There have been popular uprisings across parts of Europe and for good reason. People must see that a lack of democracy is a lack of anything worthwhile in political terms. If we cannot elect our leaders then it's the ultimate in regression and not progress.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
Concepts and ideologies can also be exported abroad. Panopticism and hegemony, for example. Exportable looks at the ability or features of the thing which makes it able to be sold abroad. Those that operate in the tourism industry want to sell what they have abroad by raising awareness. It's like advertising. They are selling a service. DE, you must read between the lines more.
Masks, the Polish flag is the most exportable thing, I'd say.
Concepts and ideologies can also be exported abroad. Panopticism and hegemony, for example. Exportable looks at the ability or features of the thing which makes it able to be sold abroad. Those that operate in the tourism industry want to sell what they have abroad by raising awareness. It's like advertising. They are selling a service. DE, you must read between the lines more.
Masks, the Polish flag is the most exportable thing, I'd say.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
I think, like in so many other things in life, delph, it's a question of balance. I think there has to be a regional aspect to some extent given the diversity that exists but there does need to be a 'Polishness' given that people ask themselves, 'do I want to go to Poland?' and not to one specific region. Regions give identity and that can be an intricate issue that doesn't need to be tampered with. However, I think you'll agree that many Poles have enough patriotism about them to come together and feel proud of their nation.
2. To cause the spread of (an idea, for example) in another part of the world; transmit, thefreedictionary.com/exportable
You want to spread the idea of Poland as a beautiful country as tourism is an outward-oriented growth sector. I see it in these terms but, being an American, you might see it as one of purely tangible goods to be traded. I refer you to European 'tourism enjoyment' literature.
Exportable means capable of being exported and this encompasses ideas as shown in the definition. You can promote Polish tourism in this way, kapisz?
'Such things can be objects, pictures or slogans that might inspire pride or admiration for poland, while also poking fun at it.'
He also mentions Wall Street and Hollywood. Can you export them too? He's American and he seems to have the same interpretation as I do. It's selling an image abroad, that's what he was getting at. Poland needs to sell its natural beauty to attract interest from abroad.
I think, like in so many other things in life, delph, it's a question of balance. I think there has to be a regional aspect to some extent given the diversity that exists but there does need to be a 'Polishness' given that people ask themselves, 'do I want to go to Poland?' and not to one specific region. Regions give identity and that can be an intricate issue that doesn't need to be tampered with. However, I think you'll agree that many Poles have enough patriotism about them to come together and feel proud of their nation.
2. To cause the spread of (an idea, for example) in another part of the world; transmit, thefreedictionary.com/exportable
You want to spread the idea of Poland as a beautiful country as tourism is an outward-oriented growth sector. I see it in these terms but, being an American, you might see it as one of purely tangible goods to be traded. I refer you to European 'tourism enjoyment' literature.
Exportable means capable of being exported and this encompasses ideas as shown in the definition. You can promote Polish tourism in this way, kapisz?
'Such things can be objects, pictures or slogans that might inspire pride or admiration for poland, while also poking fun at it.'
He also mentions Wall Street and Hollywood. Can you export them too? He's American and he seems to have the same interpretation as I do. It's selling an image abroad, that's what he was getting at. Poland needs to sell its natural beauty to attract interest from abroad.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / Where do most Polish-Americans identify on the political spectrum? [142]
It may well be that, JM. We should state that it should be Polish politics, just to be sure.
It may well be that, JM. We should state that it should be Polish politics, just to be sure.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
DE, I can forgive your lack of English understanding. As a teacher, I need to understand peoples' differing levels so can I refer you to the OP, which the Mods often suggest anyway, to see what 'exportable' actually means!? Given your lack of wink marks, I presume that you don't get it yet.
DE, I can forgive your lack of English understanding. As a teacher, I need to understand peoples' differing levels so can I refer you to the OP, which the Mods often suggest anyway, to see what 'exportable' actually means!? Given your lack of wink marks, I presume that you don't get it yet.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / Where do most Polish-Americans identify on the political spectrum? [142]
Different, just different.
Why 'claim'? For me, delph describes realities better than many Poles who shroud themselves in a curious mystique without seeking to explain anything. Delph takes the bull by the horns and gets into the nitty gritty of things.
Different, just different.
Why 'claim'? For me, delph describes realities better than many Poles who shroud themselves in a curious mystique without seeking to explain anything. Delph takes the bull by the horns and gets into the nitty gritty of things.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / Where do most Polish-Americans identify on the political spectrum? [142]
I-S, just as I thought. Jealous is the wrong word. Besides, it's not a "claim". You make Poles out to be above the Jews ;) ;) ;) This is a forum where people can freely contribute their views, irrespective of position, provided they agree to adhere to certain rules. It's a matter of right, not of claim.
I reiterate for the umpteenth time, take people as you find them. I get on well with certain Polonia members as I don't discriminate. It's so easy for me not to do that and to strike chords. I just wonder how accurate some are with their political views and positions.
I-S, just as I thought. Jealous is the wrong word. Besides, it's not a "claim". You make Poles out to be above the Jews ;) ;) ;) This is a forum where people can freely contribute their views, irrespective of position, provided they agree to adhere to certain rules. It's a matter of right, not of claim.
I reiterate for the umpteenth time, take people as you find them. I get on well with certain Polonia members as I don't discriminate. It's so easy for me not to do that and to strike chords. I just wonder how accurate some are with their political views and positions.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
News / What part of Poland's image do you think is the most exportable? [90]
I think Poland would do well to export its hospitality. It has a wealth of lovely resorts that are largely undiscovered. Waking up to a hearty breakfast and looking out to beautiful hills is sth that many people can associate with and appreciate. This cannot be underestimated.
I think Poland would do well to export its hospitality. It has a wealth of lovely resorts that are largely undiscovered. Waking up to a hearty breakfast and looking out to beautiful hills is sth that many people can associate with and appreciate. This cannot be underestimated.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
USA, Canada / Where do most Polish-Americans identify on the political spectrum? [142]
Jealous? A very odd word to use, I-S. I can't even begin to imagine what you mean.
Jealous? A very odd word to use, I-S. I can't even begin to imagine what you mean.
Seanus
17 Dec 2011
History / Was the holocaust by Germans in Poland the worse genocide in history? [210]
Thanks, sascha. I appreciate it! There comes a time when you have to turn the page. I take people as I find them. However, I do see where they are coming from in that anger is inevitable. This is why I believe, as a collective, that we need to ascertain the root causes of trouble/division and weed out those heinous leaders who kickstart such wars and hate campaigns. We need to use our own assassins ;) ;) ;)
Thanks, sascha. I appreciate it! There comes a time when you have to turn the page. I take people as I find them. However, I do see where they are coming from in that anger is inevitable. This is why I believe, as a collective, that we need to ascertain the root causes of trouble/division and weed out those heinous leaders who kickstart such wars and hate campaigns. We need to use our own assassins ;) ;) ;)