Success – her own way
We live in such civilized times that driving a car, paying with a credit card, or receiving a computerized exam in a modern hospital are normal. We do not consider how we would function if these “luxuries” were suddenly unavailable. Our busy lifestyles, that we are so use to, do not allow us to undertake […]
Polish Jokes
On April 12, 2005, The Plain Dealer published an article entitled Be yourself and laugh at hearty ‘Polish Joke,’ written by Tony Brown. In reviewing David Ives’ play Polish Joke, Mr. Brown wrote that “big laughs and even bigger kielbasa are the rewards for those venturing (…) for the hilarious area premiere of David Ives’ […]
Oscar for Polish Composer
Oscar recognized the Polish composer Jan A. P. Kaczmarek this year for his music to the film, „Finding Neverland”. Jan A. P. Kaczmarek, who has lived for many years in Hollywood, has written the music for many important films. In his opinion, there appear only two or three really good films each year, among the […]
The Family of Fryderyk Chopin
The Chopin family home was blessed. They were the perfect example of a loving family – dwelling within an intimate, secure atmosphere; all shared a deep, sincere love and respect for each other. During his youth, Beethoven endured a troubled relationship with his alcoholic father. Bach was orphaned at an early age and had to […]
From Wrocław to Case, Akron, and Slavic Village
Magda Staniszewska conducts biochemical research in aging and diabetes. In 2003 she received an invitation to continue her research at Case Western Reserve University. In July of the same year Magda and her husband Marcin packed up and left their native Wrocław to move to Cleveland. During the month after their arrival they began looking […]