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Polish economy today Posted by Kasia on Apr 14, 2015
If you know Polish history, you cannot help but marvel at the country’s emergence from the ashes of its traumatic past (powstanie kraju z popiołów swojej traumatycznej przeszłości). Over the last 25 years, Poland, after centuries of war and subjugation (po wiekach wojen i niewoli), has enjoyed peace (pokój), a stable and booming economy (stabilna…
Tug of war on water! What else will Poles come up with? Posted by Kasia on Apr 7, 2015
It looks like a lot of fun! Have you heard about it yet, all the sports fans out there? Check out this video of a brilliant new rowing game, “invented” in Poland. In a twist on old favourite Tug of War, two teams (dwie drużyny) of rowers (wioślarze) – six on six – face each…
Happy Easter! Wesołych Świąt Wielkanocnych! Posted by Kasia on Apr 4, 2015
Happy Easter to all of you! Here are few Easter wishes, that you can send to your friends in Polish:) Staropolskim obyczajem dużo szynki życzę z jajem, miodu pełne baryłeczki oraz trochę gorzałeczki. No, a w lany poniedziałek – na kark wody pełen dzbanek. By old Polish custom, I wish you a lot of…
Niedziela Palmowa in Poland! Posted by Kasia on Mar 29, 2015
Today is Palm Sunday (Niedziela Palmowa). It marks the official beginning of Poland’s Easter festivities – perhaps the country’s most sacred holiday. Leading up to the season you’ll see decorative handmade palms (palmy) for sale almost everywhere in Poland. These traditional decorations made from a variety of dried flowers and plants are crafted in villages…
How internet is changing the way we talk? How to translate some abbreviations to Polish? Posted by Kasia on Mar 22, 2015
When it comes to the way we communicate with each other, it’s obvious the Internet influenced some major changes: Email superseded snail mail, Facebook pretty much swallowed the idea of calling someone and wishing them a happy birthday, our job hunts are conducted through LinkedIn… It’s slightly less in-your-face, but the Internet is also shifting…
As non Polish citizen, do you have to pay for the education of your child during your stay in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Mar 12, 2015
Recently, some of my friends asked me this question. After doing some researching, this is what I came up with! Education (edukacja) is free of charge for foreign children (dzieci obcokrajowców) in public elementary schools, gymnasiums and secondary schools until the child turns 18 or completes the school he was enrolled in before turning 18…
Dzień Kobiet! Polish rhymes and wishes for beautiful women all over the world! Posted by Kasia on Mar 8, 2015
As most of you know, today is a Women’s Day in Poland (and not only in Poland)! In Poland, Women’s Day (Dzień Kobiet) is celebrated as a national holiday for all women, regardless of age. In different regions the focus of the celebrations ranges from a general celebration of respect, appreciation and love toward women…