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Playtime in Poland

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We found the most incredible public playground in Zakopane. A large arrangement of crazy play towers all done in the charming wood architecture style of the rest of Zakopane. The only drawback i can think of was that it didn't open until 8am. With Brock up at 5:30, and mommy sleeping in, we certainly could have fit a few more visits in.  Here's Brock mildly enjoying the swings. We got some giggles out of him after the camera was put away. Look! Real teeter-totters! Must not be in America. Exploring the crazy house.... After wearing Brock out a bit, it was time for some adult fun, so we ventured to perhaps the most fun restaurant in Poland It hard to believe from the pic, but this gem is located just back from a pretty busy street. From the street all you see is a little walking path into the woods. A few steps later, you see it. Brock got a little too dependent on his pacifier during the trip. We were out a lot and he was stress

Holly Pre-Matt-Brock Poland

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Wow!  I could not have asked for a more challenging or amazing arts experience.  I was physically and mentally pushed, it was like theatre boot camp.  It was very emotionally straining to be away from Matt and Brock and I was constantly wrestling guilt for being so far away.  But, I can say it was worth it.  Mr. Dzuik is the most inspired, visionary, wise, and kind director I have ever worked with.  He helped me re-remember why art is important and that boldness and experience are sometimes uncomfortable and illogical, but are integral to the process of living a life of passion by extending the senses to their fullest.  His theatre and the artists that work there make up the Witkacy Theatre  - absolutely wonderful humans and the spectacle they create there is certainly some of the very best work I have ever seen based on my many years of travel and seeing theatre from around the world.  Their work is inspired by Stanislav Witkiewi c z , one of the heroes of anti-establishment ideas an