Monthly Archives: August 2010

The History of Poland you never knew…

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Łowiczanka

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Poland was a pioneer in Democracy, Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Religion, Human Rights, Women’s Rights, Education, and more.
This is the history of Poland that you never knew. Continue reading →

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Around the World with Mazowsze

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Łowiczanka

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Everyone who has ever seen Mazowsze knows that they are the No.1 Polish folk song and dance troupe in the world, but you may not know that Mazowsze’s repertoire also consists of songs from 50 other nations as well. Songs that they sing when on tour in those countries…. Continue reading →

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The Pie

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Łowiczanka

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The funeral parlor was crowded with family and friends who braved the snow storm on New Year’s day to say farewell to my Mother. As my brother, sister-in-law, and I navigated the crowd, in walked a very attractive woman about my age.
“You don’t know who I am, do you?” she asked. Continue reading →

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Listen to the Mockingbird

Posted on August 10, 2010 by Łowiczanka

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Birds are like little angels, bringing sweet songs and divine guidance to us. The message of the Mockingbird is Respect….as in R-E-S-P-E-C-T, and they certainly could rival Aretha Franklin in the way they belt out a song. Continue reading →

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