lowfunk99
20 May 2010
USA, Canada / Why do Americans (and Canadians) hate Polish people? [226]
I have never heard that they hate Poles. Not at all.
I have never heard that they hate Poles. Not at all.
lowfunk99
11 May 2010
lowfunk99
11 May 2010
Life / Driving test, English speaking driving school in Warsaw? [95]
What if you have driven for a long time? I have close to 30 years driving experience. I really don't see the need to have the practical experience. Is there a place where I can just go test and get a license?
What if you have driven for a long time? I have close to 30 years driving experience. I really don't see the need to have the practical experience. Is there a place where I can just go test and get a license?
lowfunk99
5 May 2010
Work / I got a job in Krakow for 3500 zl Brutto...is it ok ? [33]
IT is a field that has much growth potential. The big thing is getting your foot in the door. Keep in mind that Krakow is very very expensive. You will live OK but not like a king. Someone can probably tell you the cost of an apartment there. I know many people that live on 1400 netto. So 2500 netto should not be a bad life.
IT is a field that has much growth potential. The big thing is getting your foot in the door. Keep in mind that Krakow is very very expensive. You will live OK but not like a king. Someone can probably tell you the cost of an apartment there. I know many people that live on 1400 netto. So 2500 netto should not be a bad life.
lowfunk99
22 Apr 2010
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.
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.
lowfunk99
21 Apr 2010
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!
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!
lowfunk99
20 Apr 2010
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?
this would instantly cause Russia to direct a some of their missiles to Poland
I am sure they already have missiles aimed at Poland. What would a few more do?
lowfunk99
19 Apr 2010
Life / Standards of Living in Poland [42]
Its supposed to be a nice city.
One person I know said it was dirty but everyone else really liked it.
Its supposed to be a nice city.
One person I know said it was dirty but everyone else really liked it.
lowfunk99
18 Apr 2010
Genealogy / Polish looks? [1462]
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.
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.
lowfunk99
14 Apr 2010
Work / International House - Kracow school - any chances of being offered a job there [59]
I took my CELTA at IH Wroclaw 2 years ago.
I enjoyed it very much. It was hard but not impossible. I didn't always like the instructors but I chalk that up to them using British methods.
I am glad I took it. It would have been hard to teach without it. You will learn much.
lf99
I took my CELTA at IH Wroclaw 2 years ago.
I enjoyed it very much. It was hard but not impossible. I didn't always like the instructors but I chalk that up to them using British methods.
I am glad I took it. It would have been hard to teach without it. You will learn much.
lf99
lowfunk99
12 Apr 2010
Love / 6 months with my Polish girlfriend and I still don't understand her.. [208]
All women are stubborn. They can teach mules.
All women are stubborn. They can teach mules.
lowfunk99
11 Apr 2010
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.
There is a new book by swan that is out. Its basically Polish Grammar in a Nutshell in book form.
lowfunk99
10 Apr 2010
News / New Polish president and Russian/American relations [37]
Poland does have relations with both. They should try and maintain a balance that works best for them.
Poland does have relations with both. They should try and maintain a balance that works best for them.
lowfunk99
8 Apr 2010
Life / Outdoor Stoves in Poland (Propane?) [9]
When is the Jamboree? I would like to visit. I am an Eagle scout. I also went to the Jamboree in 1977 in PA.
When is the Jamboree? I would like to visit. I am an Eagle scout. I also went to the Jamboree in 1977 in PA.
lowfunk99
7 Apr 2010
Work / Polish MD degree; is it the same as MMed? [5]
My friend is a doctor in Poland. She only had to test and do a residency here in the US.
My friend is a doctor in Poland. She only had to test and do a residency here in the US.
lowfunk99
6 Apr 2010
Language / Bookstore in Warsaw - Polish in 4 weeks LEVEL 2 [19]
Check the Pol-Anglo bookstore. I bought my copy there or try a books store that deals in ESL books.
Check the Pol-Anglo bookstore. I bought my copy there or try a books store that deals in ESL books.
lowfunk99
4 Apr 2010
USA, Canada / Michigan Polish markets and places? [20]
It seems to me that Bay City should have some Polish markets. Where did you grow up in Sterling Hgts? I grew up at 17 and Dodge Prk
It seems to me that Bay City should have some Polish markets. Where did you grow up in Sterling Hgts? I grew up at 17 and Dodge Prk
lowfunk99
1 Apr 2010
History / Hitler had Parkinson's - had to accelerate his war plans [17]
Everyone knows what Hitler did. Stalin's evil never gets talked about. He Killed more of his own people then anyone thinks about. No one even knows how many people actually died.
Everyone knows what Hitler did. Stalin's evil never gets talked about. He Killed more of his own people then anyone thinks about. No one even knows how many people actually died.
lowfunk99
31 Mar 2010
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.
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.
lowfunk99
21 Mar 2010
History / Why did Hitler kill so many Jews in Poland? [261]
I don't know about him hating Jews when he was younger. I read a bio and it said that he had some Jewish friends when he was younger. Also, when he was living off of his art skills the paintings were sold by Jews.
I don't know about him hating Jews when he was younger. I read a bio and it said that he had some Jewish friends when he was younger. Also, when he was living off of his art skills the paintings were sold by Jews.
lowfunk99
20 Mar 2010
lowfunk99
20 Mar 2010
Language / Do Poles prefer US American or UK English language? [147]
They are both 2 sides of the same coin.
They are both 2 sides of the same coin.
lowfunk99
18 Mar 2010
UK, Ireland / The Gessler restaurant empire expands to London [21]
I think its another way to say heavenly.
I think its another way to say heavenly.
lowfunk99
16 Mar 2010
lowfunk99
10 Mar 2010
Law / The 'Secret' of Poland's Economic Success [83]
I think the main reason is Poland does not have easy credit and financing. In the US and many other western countries they gave credit to people who should not have received it. It was a system that worked as long as there was growth. Plus like the above poster stated other countries have gotten away from manufacturing. We have the worst economy in the US where I live. I have not been able to find work since I have returned from Poland.
I think the main reason is Poland does not have easy credit and financing. In the US and many other western countries they gave credit to people who should not have received it. It was a system that worked as long as there was growth. Plus like the above poster stated other countries have gotten away from manufacturing. We have the worst economy in the US where I live. I have not been able to find work since I have returned from Poland.
lowfunk99
8 Mar 2010
Work / Teaching English in Krakow -- how to find students? [52]
I think CELTA is the way to go. DELTA is aimed at people that want to be school directors. I think you have to have CELTA and a few years teaching experience before you can take DELTA. I took it at IH-Wrocław and recommend it.
I think CELTA is the way to go. DELTA is aimed at people that want to be school directors. I think you have to have CELTA and a few years teaching experience before you can take DELTA. I took it at IH-Wrocław and recommend it.
lowfunk99
4 Mar 2010
Language / Pimsleur's Polish Lessons [38]
Does anyone have a copy of Michel Thomas Polish Advanced they can send me?
Does anyone have a copy of Michel Thomas Polish Advanced they can send me?
lowfunk99
24 Feb 2010
Love / English girl moving to Poland with my Polish boyfriend for the first time [69]
I loved it and plan on going back.
I loved it and plan on going back.
lowfunk99
21 Feb 2010
lowfunk99
17 Feb 2010
Travel / Credit / Debit Cards to use in Poland [37]
Mine always worked fine. I have an account at Chase.
Mine always worked fine. I have an account at Chase.