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Post by Jaga on Dec 21, 2005 10:28:18 GMT -7
Polish-American Journal listed the most important list of wishes and also reflected on our reality and I have to agree with Mark Kohan, the main editor of this journal: www.polamjournal.com/News/Editorial/editorial.htmlCHANGING TIMES. Advent, the weeks leading up to Christmas, have changed considerably since our grandparents' time. Today, the solemnity and observances of the season are clouded by a society that has (in my opinion), just too much. We are "on" all day long. From the minute we wake until we hit the hay, we are bombarded by constant news, sports, weather and entertainment. If we are not watching TV, we are on the computer. If not that, then we are at the mall or on the cell phone (and more than often, both at the same time). Or Cousin Wojtek came to town and we want to take his kids to the ice rink. Add in little Johnny's school play and Christina's Christmas concert, and there goes the weekend. When they say the holidays come and go so fast, I think they mean that when the holidays come, we must go faster!It is this "trying to fit it all in" that gets everyone stressed over the holidays |
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Post by Jaga on Dec 21, 2005 10:29:05 GMT -7
and here is a wish list:
WHAT WE'D LIKE TO SEE IN 2006. First and foremost, we would like to witness the beatification and canonization of Pope John Paul II. Many of you are already calling our late pontiff "John Paul the Great," a description of both his extraordinary talents and our love for him. Let us pray this comes to fruition. And …
• An increase in memberships in Polonia's organizations. Why not make 2006 the year you donate your time and talent to your local Polish club? If there are none in your immediate area, you may to consider membership in one of Polonia's national organizations, many of which are written about on the pages of the PAJ.
• Increased membership in our fraternals and volunteer organizations. Many people neither appreciate nor understand the fantastic work these groups do. But, like all organizations, they need new members to help get things done. If you can't lend a hand, then send a donation. Strong organizations mean a strong Polonia.
• Increased attendance at Polish festivals and events. Polonia has been lucky that its larger events still draw colossal crowds, but many of our smaller venues are feeling the pinch. Blame that on fuel costs, demographics or whatever you wish, but most of the smaller, local events usually have a minimal admission, and in most cases, none at all.
• Increased cooperation between our organizations. Too much energy is spent in Polonia duplicating causes, sponsoring events on the same day, or trying to outdo one another. Most of the time, these "problems" can be resolved with just one telephone call. Let us support each other for the good of Polonia.
• Of course, it goes without saying that we would like to see the number of subscribers double, not only for the PAJ, but for all our sister publications. Each provides a very important service for the areas they cover, and there is room for everybody.
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Post by leslie on Dec 21, 2005 12:41:36 GMT -7
 My New Year's resolution is 'not to make New Year resolutions'!! Leslie
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Post by bescheid on Dec 21, 2005 15:55:41 GMT -7
Oh Leslie
Get into the holiday spirit! Be not so Engländer.......For after all, we here, are on to you, we know that for a fact, with all the hard wall talk, you are really a softy
Now then, as a Teuton, do I have to beat you on the head with my ax to get you to blink yes?
Charles
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Post by rdywenur on Dec 21, 2005 22:02:40 GMT -7
I will behave I will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behaveI will behave on the forum (well try at least............LOL)
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Post by leslie on Dec 22, 2005 4:04:07 GMT -7
OK Charles, just for you I will make one NY resolution. 'I will no longer be rude to that ***** Teuton ***** who keeps taunting me for being an Englander! Who won the **** war anyway!! William Leslie  |
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Post by justjohn on Dec 22, 2005 6:12:57 GMT -7
OK Charles, just for you I will make one NY resolution. 'I will no longer be rude to that ***** Teuton ***** who keeps taunting me for being an Englander! Who won the **** war anyway!! William Leslie Lost the one I am familiar with - - - -  |
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Post by franek80 on Dec 22, 2005 8:46:11 GMT -7
HA HA ! I reaLLY ENJOYED THIS THREAD I love the fueding between Charles and Leslie.. All good natured fun,. Then there is RDY''S resolution.. That was cute.She is a real asset to this forum..
And John. All you need on your new Avatar is a mint Julep.. You look like ca southern colonel
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Post by leslie on Dec 22, 2005 9:40:18 GMT -7
Frank - Where did you get this idea that it was good-natured fun!!!!!!!  Leslie |
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Post by franek80 on Dec 22, 2005 9:46:48 GMT -7
LESLIE
You couldnt be mean if you wanted too.. you are a fun guy
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Post by bescheid on Dec 22, 2005 9:55:09 GMT -7
John
You are both so grand! What a couple you both make...
You know, Frank is right, you both do look Southern Gentle folk.
Charles
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Post by bescheid on Dec 22, 2005 10:25:29 GMT -7
Gollies Leslie
Do you have to bring up that thing of losing a war! Got to big for our boots again.
Well, you guys keep forgetting, Germany is a very young nation compared to your United Kingdom. It (Germany) is only actually a shade over 134 years.
Our ancestors fed all those viking Danes under their raven Banner and those Saxons under their dragon banner, a whole lot of lies about easy plunder along the English coast. They were a pain any way, never could get along with any one. So they left to bother you guys..
Neat trick, yes?
Charles
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Post by bescheid on Dec 22, 2005 10:29:38 GMT -7
RDY
Boy, now that is impressive! All those resolutions combined into one, very very impressive. Now, they are not just promises promises now?
Charles
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Post by gardenmoma on Dec 22, 2005 12:07:25 GMT -7
My New Year's resolution: to remain like a duck...unruffled on the surface of the water; paddling like crazy to keep up underneath the surface |
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Post by leslie on Dec 22, 2005 12:58:30 GMT -7
What do you mean? Just like Charles?!!! ;D
William Leslie (my Sunday name)
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