Archive for August, 2012
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill visits Poland Posted by Kasia on Aug 16, 2012
The controversial head of Russia’s Orthodox Church arrived Thursday in Poland for a trip hailed as a promising step in the thorny relationship (drażliwa relacja) between the two countries. But the historic visit could be overshadowed by the verdict in the case of punk rock provocateurs who stormed Moscow’s main cathedral in an anti-Putin protest…
Is Frugo going to be Polish Coca – Cola? Posted by Kasia on Aug 14, 2012
Frugo new owner wishes to make a beverage brand internationally. In the six months since the re-introduction of the drink on the market they have sold 80 million bottles. Food Care’s decision to purchase and reactivate the brand was definitely great choice. Frugo drink, which celebrated triumphs in the mid-90s. Now, the company has achieved…
“Ptasie plotki” by Julian Tuwim Posted by Kasia on Aug 13, 2012
PTASIE PLOTKI by Julian Tuwim Przyszła gąska do kaczuszki, Obgadały kurze nóżki. Do indyczki przyszła kurka, Obgadały kacze piórka. Przyszła kaczka do perliczki, Obgadały dziób indyczki. Kaczka kaczce wykwakała, Co gęś o niej nagęgała. Na to rzekła gęś, że kaczka Jest złodziejka i pijaczka. O indyczce zaś pantarka Powiedziała, że plotkarka. Teraz bójka wśród podwórka…
Meeting someone new…what to say? Posted by Kasia on Aug 11, 2012
Polish uses both formal and informal structures, and it is wise to observe them and try to use them correctly. The informal form of “you” — ty — should only be reserved for friends, and it is always best to use the polite forms pani (Madam) and pan (Sir) when addressing strangers, particularly if they are older than you. It is…
History of the Polish language Posted by Kasia on Aug 10, 2012
As a Slavic language, Polish is part of a different family than English and the Romance languages. Even though Latin has been a significant influence on Polish, it is not at its foundation as it is for many Western European languages. This means that much of the vocabulary, grammatical constructions and sounds are profoundly different…
Jaka jest pogoda? Posted by Kasia on Aug 9, 2012
Poland enjoys the full gamut of weather conditions, from hot summers to snowy winters. The Polish weather is known for its changes, so it is best to prepare for all seasons when you pack for your trip! For those looking to explore on foot, May to September is the best time to visit and the…
Amazing crochet art! Posted by Kasia on Aug 7, 2012
True, there are many out there, especially women, who are very into knitting or crocheting but it seems to me that this time passion got a little bit bigger for Olek, real name Agata Oleksiak, a young woman born in Poland, currently living in NYC. It all started as a method of relaxation that soon…