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Polska flaga Posted by Kasia on Nov 16, 2014
The official Polish flag for general use consists simply of two horizontal fields of equal size, with the top one white and the bottom one red. The flag that features Poland’s white eagle set against a red shield on the white field is known as a “bandera” (ship’s flag or ensign). According to Polish flag…
Polish climate – are the winters very cold? Posted by Kasia on Nov 14, 2014
Poland’s climate can actually be divided into six distinct seasons. There is an early spring (przedwiośnie) of one or two months with alternating wintry and springlike conditions; a predominantly sunny spring (wiosna); a warm summer (lato) with plenty of rain and sunshine; a sunny, warm autumn (jesień); a foggy, humid period (przedzimie) signifying the approach…
Dzień Niepodległości:) Posted by Kasia on Nov 11, 2014
Poland’s National Independence Day (Dzień Niepodległości) marks the anniversary of the country’s independence in 1918. It is celebrated as a nationwide holiday on November 11 each year. Ceremonious gatherings and parades (uroczyste spotkania i parady) are held in Polish towns and cities, including at Piłsudski Square in Warsaw. A change of guards (zmiana strażników) also…
Churches in Poland Posted by Kasia on Nov 7, 2014
There are about one hundred and thirty-eight registered churches (kościoły) and religious associations in Poland. The biggest numbers belong to the Catholic Church (Kościół Katolicki), approximately 95% of the religious segment of Polish society. Ther are four branches of Catholicism in Poland (viz. all four in communion with Rome): the Byzantine-Ukrainian (Bizantyjsko-ukraiński), Neo-Uniate (Neo-unicki), Armenian…
What do I miss the most about Poland? Posted by Kasia on Nov 5, 2014
I’m a very happy person, I have to admit. Life has taught me to always find positives in every situation, every day! And I really try to! I don’t need a lot…I have wonderful family…A husband I never thought I will meet…Two beautiful, loving, amazing daughters, that are all my life. I have great friends….I…
Winter is here, let’s have some fun! Posted by Kasia on Nov 1, 2014
Chilly, snowy days are calling your kids outdoors. Find fun winter activities for the slopes, trails, ice rink, and backyard for children of all ages. Remember to brush up on winter sports safety. Have the hot cocoa ready when everyone comes back inside! Here are few different ways to have fun outside in the winter…
Polish Halloween rhymes Posted by Kasia on Oct 31, 2014
Today few of the Halloween rhymes in Polish. Although it is not a popular holiday in Poland, some neighborhoods started celebrated it in recent years:) ❈ Znamy moc tajemną Duchów i upiorów Mamy wielką władzę Nie lubimy sporów Więc nie wzbraniaj się głośno Nie zamykaj drzwi Jeśli dasz cukierka Nie będziemy się mścić. We know the power of the secret Ghosts and…