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January 05, 2004
Polish entertainment
Going through my pictures of the Polish trip to put together a review of the trip, I was reminded of the evening reception for speakers and delegates, during which we were entertained by this group of young students who proudly showed off their skills in music, dancing and singing.
A stirring tune and a traditional dance, ably performed by a group of young Polish students.
It was an amazing experience to hear carols and folk song tunes that you recognise being sung in a language that you don't - and being sung with a genuine feeling. These youngsters are very proud of their cultural traditions and we could all learn a thing or two from them methinks.
The Monk enjoys seeing the real people and traditions of a people when he travels, and is often fortunate to be shown a city, country or culture by his hosts in the emergency services. There is no better way to see a country than to see it with someone who lives in it, and loves it.
I know that I will one day have to go back to Poland, just to see it and learn a bit more about its people. I live in hope!
Posted by The Gray Monk at January 5, 2004 11:46 PM