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Today is National Independence Day in Poland. It's important day because it commemorates the anniversary of the restoration of Poland's sovereignty. But it isn't celebrated with too much effort by people. It is usually not sunny weather, chilly, or foggy as today. It doesn't encourage to be outside, and to engage in picnic activities. For me the holiday was taken from ordinary people. Instead of this there are many serious ceremonies. They are often very politically centric.
One of the most known ceremony is the march taken in Warsaw. Unfortunately, he is known for his bad side. Despite announcements about the family nature of the event, it often ended in street brawls. Ordinary street bandits were making their voices heard, probably on both sides of the barricade, waiting for the events to escalate.
Moreover, patriotism was reduced to burning flares or extreme slogans. It was never my thing.
Probably due to the upcoming change of government after the last elections this year, the march was calmer. No one had to acquire political capital and neither side was adequately mobilized or financed. The turnout at the march was low. No major incident occurred.
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I spent the day cleaning. I managed to sell an old winter jacket at an online auction. I was surprised that the buyer was from Hungary. Apparently it's popular on this platform. However, if someone in Hungary wants to wear my jacket, let it serve him.
Unfortunately, I still have a lot to empty from the wardrobes. Selling is a bit of a hassle, but the items are in too good condition to throw them away.
