My friend Nerissa sometimes posts lists that I find fun and interesting, so I thought I’d put together a similar-type post. We’ve been in Poland for two weeks. Here are some thoughts:

• 5 boxes of tissues in 2 weeks. Andy got sick first; I’m sick now.
• 2 or 3 sunny days and about 10-12 days of light, constant snowfall.
• Most sidewalks don’t get shoveled or plowed.
• Our apartment is at the top of a hill, making everyday errand a good work-out.
• Polish pickles.
• We walk everywhere or take the train. I love this.
• Our tiny bathroom has both a washing machine and a system for hanging wet clothes. I love this too.
• My Polish is good enough that I can say pretty much anything I want to say.
• I can’t understand anything anyone says to me in Polish.
• No, not everyone speaks English.
• Cukernia: cake and coffee shops.

Pictures to go with the list: