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World turns white and red to celebrate 100 years of Polish independence Posted by Kasia on Nov 11, 2018
1918 marked a special moment in Polish history: after 123 years of absence from the map of Europe, deprived of statehood, and with its cultural identity endangered, Poland regained its independence. The 100th anniversary of Poland regaining its independence is being celebrated throughout the country, but also abroad with events and initiatives taking place that commemorate…
Buying and investing related Polish vocabulary Posted by Kasia on Oct 22, 2018
Whether we move to another country or just visit, we need to buy different things. From food to house and everything in between. We also invest in different things while we live in a different country. Today’s vocabulary may be helpful in making buying/investing decisions easier in Polish 🙂 at a discount – po obniżonej cenie…
How do people perceive proverbs today? Posted by Kasia on Sep 30, 2018
Proverbs are phrases that are commonly used and widely understood. They can also be mantras that are passed down for generations. Proverbs and proverbial sayings, with their universal value and appeal, the truths they embody and the messages they carry, have for centuries been equally popular with all nations, despite their regional diversities and, clearly, for the impact…
Are teachers valued in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Sep 23, 2018
All over the world, proud parents drop their children at the gates of schools, dreaming about what they might accomplish. They entrust teachers with the duty of nurturing their development and opening their eyes to a wonderful world of possibilities. Of course it’s a huge responsibility. The question is: is that responsibility reflected in their…
What young Poles want to be when they grow up? Posted by Kasia on Sep 8, 2018
What was your childhood dream? A superhero? Princess? Doctor? Teacher? Baker? Astronaut? I wanted to be a painter, an artist…Not to be a famous one, but just to enjoy doing what I love. And it pretty much came true…it’s not my profession, but I enjoy painting, arts and crafts with my kids, designing spaces, needle…
Common Polish names and their English equivalents Posted by Kasia on Sep 4, 2018
Choosing your child’s name is a big decision. After all, he/she’ll be walking around with it for the rest of their life. When deciding on a name, you want to see it from the child’s point of view and how she or he will have to live with it throughout their lives. There’s a lot of pressure…
Riding a bicycle in Poland – what do you have to know? Posted by Kasia on Aug 31, 2018
We usually take our bike from the garage or basement when we notice that the temperature outside is warm enough not to freeze us during the ride. Other times we do it when we decide to change our lifestyle and start living a healthier life by doing exercise – a bike seems like a good…