party in Poland

Everyone was partying it up in Poland yesterday because the country got approved to host the Euro Cup in 2012...great news for them. They were showing pictures of these diplomats and official people in suits all jumping up and down and clapping each other on the back and hugging...it was hilarious. But they are a happy people right now...fireworks in the center last night and everyone having a great time. It means a big boost for their economy, because they get money from the EU and the soccer organization to build the infrastructure and services needed for the event. Good for Poland =)
I got a taste of Poland during the 80s yesterday as well. Chris took me to eat dinner at a Bar Mlezsney, at least i think that was how it was spelled. It is a kind of cafeteria place but small, where you order from a menu on the wall and it is all pre-made and they send it out of the window for you. Chris recommended tomato soup, which is not usually my favorite but this kind was delicious! and rogos which is indescribable really but something like a really thick beef stew, and mashed potatoes and then crepes for dessert filled with a kind of sweet cheese that you can't find in the states either. All of this for only 8 zloty each! that is just under $3! It is a really neat place for anothe reason: all kinds of people eat there every day, from businessmen to students to the homeless. One of the last of its kind.
I also went to the Warsaw uprising museum...SO much information but a great museum. The courage and bravery it depicts are impressive.
Road the bus to Vilnius last night...it is COLD here!! crazy person that i am, i decide to go towards the cold weather instead of going to some sunny place like Greece or Italy...ah well, fewer tourists =)
i have to meet someone in 20 min so i have to get going, more to come later