Quotes to help brighten up your day in Polish! Posted by Kasia on Mar 31, 2019
Things in life happen unexpectedly, we constantly face ups and downs. When life gets a little difficult or hard to bear, it’s comforting to know that there are still ways that can brighten up our day. Reading a positive quote (pozytywny cytat) is one of these methods. When you start your day with positive thoughts…
Story about bear named Wojtek to be featured in an animated movie Posted by Kasia on Mar 25, 2019
The first time I’ve heard about bear Wojtek was from my grandfather who fought in both World War I and World War II. My grandfather had asthma and with his health problems for the last few years of his life he lived with us. Every day after school he was waiting for me with a…
How does Poland celebrate the arrival of Spring? Posted by Kasia on Mar 20, 2019
It may be 1st day of Spring today…but it sure does not look like it in New Hampshire… Although I have to admit that days are getting longer and warmer, so there is hope:) Around the world, people celebrate the end of the dismal winter weather with unique festivals and traditions. Some date back thousands…
Inspirational and empowering quotes for women in Polish Posted by Kasia on Mar 8, 2019
Respect and equality are two words that should matter in any workplace every day. International Women’s Day (Międzynarodowy Dzień Kobiet!) celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievement of women as well as acts as a call to action for individuals and organizations to promote, enforce, and advocate for gender equality. This day is celebrated on…
Get ready for a sweet Polish feast! Posted by Kasia on Feb 27, 2019
Two words: Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek)! I’m sure most of you have already heard about it. Tomorrow it is that day of the year, when thousands of bakeries/coffee shops around Poland will be working intensively to satisfy the desire of millions of Poles that are willing to continue with this amazing Polish tradition of indulging…
A little help with Polish prepositions Posted by Kasia on Feb 23, 2019
Learning the Polish Prepositions is very important because its structure is used in every day conversation. The more you master it the more you get closer to mastering the Polish language! Prepositions are usually associated with location or with direction and verbs of motion. In Polish most preposition are used in the same way as with…
How many times a day will you be offered tea in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Feb 19, 2019
During cold Polish winter there is no beverage more popular than hot tea. In fact, any time of the year is good for tea in Poland, not only winter. Also, at a typical Polish family reunion/party you would drink black tea with sugar and lemon before, during, after or between the meals. For Poles no…