September among the heather?

Summer is drawing to a close, so on a warm, rainless Sunday we set off to see the heaths – a symbol of autumn. After all, September  (in Polish” wrzosy – wrzesień) took its name from these little shrubs. In earlier times, this month was called spider enthusiast because of the threads of “Indian summ...

After the storm, there will be sunshine…

After the storm, there will be sunshine… I believe everyone feels the same way (or should), and for everyone, after a difficult time, change for the better comes. After all, optimistic Bollywood movies teach us this through song and dance: "Toofaan ke baad dhoop zaroor nikalti hai." - After th...

Forced adaptation

Trapped in a brace (orthosis-type), my mobility is limited for the next 10 weeks. The orthopedic doctor clearly outlined the treatment requirements for my torn tendon. And there's no appeal! 24/7 the weight on my leg doesn't make even the simplest activities easier, let alone gymnastics during hyg...

In Krakow's places of memory

At my request, my cousin Grzegorz drove us to the Rakowicki Cemetery, where, in addition to the Section of Meritorious Poles, lies the grave of my immediate and extended family from the Kaliciński family. Our moments of reflection were intensified (?) by the loud bells from a nearby chapel, where...

Drag in the Gierek era

So, we head to the "Drag Theater" to finally enjoy some great art! We have to cross the Dębnicki Bridge and walk along the Vistula River to a pink barge moored at the Father Bernatek Footbridge. The name of the barge, "Slay Space," is difficult to translate because it's English-speaking youth sl...

Grand art in Krakow? What is DRAG all about?

It's time to get serious about art! Krakow is the perfect place for this! DRAG ART? WHAT IS IT? In short: Drag queens are people (usually men) who wear female costumes and makeup to create an exaggerated, theatrical, often humorous, or artistic female character. What exactly does a drag queen ...

Spiritual Kraków

Years ago, I visited ALL the basilicas, churches, and important chapels in Krakow. I knew and felt that the history of my country was within them. I had the impression that, while I was there, I felt a spiritual unity with my homeland of years past, not with the communist one… Adek doesn't have the...

Legends and icons in the Market Square

Walking through the Main Market Square, it's impossible to miss places that are universally known and deeply embedded in Polish culture. One such place is "Piwnica pod Baranami." "Piwnica pod Baranami" has already reached such an age that it could easily find its way into the Guinness Book of Rec...
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