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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 21:03
There was petrol earlier today at station from al Kahil roundabout towards M O E on right hand sidebefore marina store. Does anyone know where we can get Super petrol tonight, near Victory Heights? DH only has 25km left in tank and wants to do a fuel run tonight. He might head towards the Springs and The Greens. I would give him my car tomorrow but DD is so excited about EW's screening of Winnie the Pooh. Thank you for any help.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 09:31
You made me smile reddirtgrrrl,well put , have posted a small section of your post on the friends thread.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 09:29
This is a small section of another posting on a thread keeping the relatives happy while visiting. Smiled as I read this as so many assume so much about people in Dubai and jump down one another very easily. Other things to points to consider.............................. • They “know” your flights are free (by now you should realize they know a lot more about you than you know yourself) • People who are otherwise reasonable and sensible will think you have magically become an instant millionaire and that therefore you should regularly pay for the entire group lunch/dinner/drinks/petrol/parking/camping fees/hair appointments
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 09:07
Try 0507039184 does various compounds
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 09:05
Maybe you are dehydrated and are not aware. it has got very hot. Ask at the pharmacy for something as water may not be enough. .... waking up every morning with a thick splitting headache from the a/c? I sure don't like the darn thing and put off using it a night as long as possible but had to cave in his weekend and every since woke up with a shocking head. I'm not on the 'grape' before I snooze, if I was I'd sure understand! Roll on the winter! Have a good day ladies :)
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 20:21
http://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1SKPC_en-GBAE397AE397&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=ecoli+beansproutsE coli outbreak: bean sprouts may not be to blame‎ The Guardian - 30 minutes ago An assistant opens packages of bean sprouts to be tested for E coli at the Lower Saxony food safety laboratory in Oldenburg, Germany. ... Video: German beansprouts 'likely cause' of E.coli outbreak Al JazeeraAnalysis: E.coli outbreak poses questions for organic farming‎ - Reuters Bean sprouts now ruled out in deadly European E. coli outbreak‎ - New York Daily News The Australian - Wall Street Journal (blog) all 3332 news articles » The Guardian ► <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 06/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 20:17
http://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1SKPC_en-GBAE397AE397&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=ecoli+beansprouts News for ecoli beansprouts E coli outbreak: bean sprouts may not be to blame 23 minutes ago An assistant opens packages of bean sprouts to be tested for E coli at the Lower Saxony food safety laboratory in Oldenburg, Germany. ... The Guardian - 3308 related articles - Shared by 20+ Analysis: E.coli outbreak poses questions for organic farming Reuters - Shared by 5+ E coli outbreak: bean sprouts may not be to blame <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 06/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 06 June 2011 - 14:55
Dubai has many different nationalities and many of these have not lived in any other country other than their own country or have not mixed enough with other nationalities and accepted differences befriended them.Having lived as an expat nearly all my life, I would not agree people in Dubai are secretive , I think some people want to know too much information that is of no importance to them.Some nationalities do not chat easily and others more easily. Like the idea of doing something last minute, some people get very upset, women in particular if they are not invited to something many others they know are. Agree hidden agenda exists big time here. My husband and I often say, is it us or them??? We've been here almost a year and it's very difficult to bond with people. We are both very friendly and open and unreserved and we're thinking that perhaps it's that which puts people off? People seem to be more secretive here and there is always a hidden agenda to making friends. We came from Italy (DH is Italian) so finding it so difficult to not be able to pop round to friends or spontaneously organize something at the last minute as we used to. Looking forward to getting back home at this rate, it's gonna be a long next couple of years. :) <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 06/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 05 June 2011 - 21:04
Good we now know it is likely to be beansprouts, but I don't think it is confirmed yet is it ? How awful for so many to die and get very ill. I hope it does not spread here to U A E by human transmission. Another type of sprout is brussel sprout, green veg, smaller than a golf ball size layered with green leaves like a cabbage. these are cooked or put in salads. Don't know if there are any other sprout vegetable/salad http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/jun/05/ecoli-beansprouts-identified-likely-source edited by jewelsmiddle on 05/06/2011 <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 05/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 05 June 2011 - 18:36
Gosh that is very very painful. Hi, We had a water leakage trouble last month and our final bill from DEWA for water part was more than 18000 (ARG!!!). You should get any maintenance company to give a check on the pipelines. fyi, We used EMRILL.
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Latest post on 05 June 2011 - 15:21
In any move,and have been many ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. One option is to take photo's of the furniture you have with items in it and log the named items and give to the unpackers and tip well. They will not do exactly what you want as only you know what you may want but will be more help.
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 22:31
There may be others nationalities and locals, I listened to Uk ladies who have converted and are living here and I think one of them is married here. If you would like to know more better to contact Cultural Centre of Understanding as this mosque is part of the organisation.
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 22:23
Two Kids, I think you are new to Dubai, maybe when you have time take a trip to Jumeriah mosque , near spinneys in Jumeriah 1, ladies from Uk give excellent talks on way of life and culture. I saw a lady wash her feet in the wheelchair access / children's height sink at Dubai Mall on Thursday! So wrong! Would it have been better in the adult height sink? No, my apologies, I have not seen this before and didn't know the reason for it.
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 22:07
Was she ill if she was so long ? maybe there was no other toilet available when she went to bathroom. Patience ! You may be in her shoes one day ! Just wanted to share my experience at Dubai Mall today... Went to take DD to the baby changing cubicle in the nearest ladies as she had a dirty nappy and was getting upset because of it. Typically the door to the cubicle just closed as i turned the pram into the toilets, the toilets werent busy, plenty of normal cubicles available but too little to get the pram in. So i waited (as you do)..... and waited... and waited... I was begining to think the lady in there had triplets or something the time she was taking. My baby by now crying. EVENTUALLY, I hear flushing and the door unlocking...... out steps a leggy blonde with NO child. Is this the height of ignorance or should i not be bothered?! She obviously, out of all the loos available decided to take the ONE specifically for disabled/baby changing..... some folk.....
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 21:59
Prices go up and down in all grocery stores over a period of a few months . if you need to save , wise to shop around.
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Latest post on 04 June 2011 - 21:56
Tough one, keep trying. At least you have each other, so many moan about their husbands and Dubai is full of separated and divorced people and people wanting to have affairs.
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Latest post on 03 June 2011 - 13:35
Why not, boys are left with maids . Yes, children with him. Girl and boy. He has to travel for his job. Has been told that he can sponsor a house boy! Can this be true? Surely they can't seriously expect someone to leave their girls (or boys for that matter) with houseboy! This place never ceases to amaze! <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 03/06/2011</em>
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Latest post on 03 June 2011 - 13:23
Houseboy may be an option instead of maid
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 18:02
In your situation, it is getting to you,take the pain killers. pain can affect your whole being. We are now June 2nd and if you are planning to go to Uk in next 6- 8 weeks, you will cope better having pain relief. Seek doctors advice what is the best pain relief for you. Good luck
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 17:47
Think you need to give more information . Is this a recent thing, ongoing , disease ?
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 12:39
Sounds as if you over paid at 5K dhs for a pair. if one needs insoles made they are expensive I had some made here and they cost about 5k!!!! Bupa does not reimburse for them either!!:(
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Latest post on 02 June 2011 - 12:35
if one needs insoles made they are expensive
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 19:34
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 19:16
Keep them dressed modestly outside of your home. Do not give them food or drinks unless it is really necessary in public, they are allowed to as they are young but different Muslims from different cultures vary and can get frustrated if they think people are not being respectful. No loud playing in the garden with music for children.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 18:52
Yes supermarkets open,any food places only behind curtains will be open during the day time and all open after Iftar. Have a look on EW website they have had guidelines for living here in the past, or cultural centre and these would be very important to abide by especially in Ramadan. http://www.cultures.ae/ http://www.islamicity.com/Culture/MOSQUES/Asia/UAE_Jumeirah.htm Do not eat or drink in public, or chew gum or have loud music , cover yourself including shoulders and top or arms and to the knee. If possible do not drive on the public roads between 2 - iftar time ( 6pm ish ) as can be crazy. It could be a wise idea to visit Jumeriah Mosque for anyone who may wish to learn about the culture and ask questions relating to the holy month. There are talks given to the general public and very valuable whether Muslim or not. hope this helps those who would like to be aware.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 15:54
I would say both, but really depends on the child just watch and see the reaction. Why don't you give up for now and try in 2 months time or 6 months. Avoids all the stress and pressure.
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Latest post on 01 June 2011 - 14:59
Do the books allow for exceptions ? It is not unusual your child is not toilet trained at 2.5 years. Listen to your Doctor and relax, you will have more serious issues to deal with when he gets older. Don't sweat the small stuff, he will do it when he is ready just keep a regular routine going but don't force.He will more than like potty train when he is ready and have few accidents where as others who are trained early may have more accidents.
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Latest post on 29 May 2011 - 17:45
always worth while looking at notice boards in food stores for information. there is also coffee mornings by expat women in various locations in Dubai
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Latest post on 25 May 2011 - 14:36
Water tanks do not have a long life span if used daily and if heater on most of the day. Also something may be loose. Replacement depends on your arrangement with landlord. So last month the water tank in our guest bathroom decides to leak and flood all over the floor - still waiting for Emril to quote for a replacement! Now the tank in our bathroom is merrily dripping all through the ceiling - argh! So question, are we supposed to pay to fix/replace these? Or is it the landlords responsibility, seeing as it's a major thing. Rant over :(
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Latest post on 25 May 2011 - 14:33
You should not feel any Shame.Do not go back and do not marry as others have posted you will be the one who will suffer not your family. Good Luck.
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 22:28
This idea crossed my mind also , but not sure if it is a wise idea . Letting people know what happened so many cancelled and ask if you did something on June 2nd for example , would they be able to make it instead ? Then it may help figure out the ones who are more genuine and were actually sick. I feel more for the parents as the child will get over it but more difficult for the adults to as they know what people can be like. There are rude and thought less people the world over in my opinion and within every culture. Poor boy :( I could weep when I think about his little face and I don't even know him. I would be so tempted to send a hand written letter to each and every family expressing my disappointment and detailing what a negative impact their actions had on my boy. Probably wouldn't though but would never ever show an ounce of warmth towards these people again and if they asked me what the problem was, I wouldn't hesitate to tell them. :(
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 22:23
Manners is terrible here but as we all come from such a mish mash of cultures some misunderstandings of manners is understandable but not all. This mother and her family must have and do feel awful and guests may not know the impact it has had. If all cancellations are genuine that is different but unfortunately may not be the case. Probably difficult to find out also. Adults without children or children grown up here do this cancellation business if something better turns up elsewhere. Got to chose your friends carefully but until you get to know people this may happen. Sorry...I guess I didnt see it was for Brits.... It just makes me mad when people do this to a kids party....but after having these talks and seeing these boards...I can see that things are different...especially like manners and customer services....
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 22:13
Does she do any modern language ? ....did they go back at 11 or 13? And what did you have to do to ensure they went through the entrance selection process? Spin off from another thread recently about 11+ and Grammar schools in the UK, and now having a mini panick (it IS a long way off, I know) about the selection process and how to give DD a good chance of being prepared for it if she just coasts through the primary school years. Some of them ask for French tests, FRENCH, she doesn't even do French at school!! Arghhh.
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 22:06
Hold on, it sounds as if you need some support. if your down for too long, have a chat with a doctor and see if they can help you. Thanks for the advice Ill have to think this one out...No point me phoning him now cos I will freak out on phone.. Its just that one guy I know who is going is a serial cheater and I have been so down lately just paranoid that I might have pushed things too far the other day when I said I was leaving...Im such a cow when I start its like this mist comes over me and I have no idea how to stop myself before I say the most horrrible things.. I hope so hope I am wrong about this I just want to get things right again.... Thanks for this forum I have said so much more on this than I have ever said to anyone
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 21:59
This is very rude , people do not even realise they are rude. Yes. It's also a Dubai thing to respond to an invite with, "Oh, I'm not sure what we're doing on that day, I'll let you know". In other words, I'll see if we get any better offers and if not we'll come. And to ask who else is going before deciding!
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 21:33
The Gas delivery man ha ha ha h a couldn't resist.
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 20:00
I understood Brunch means Breakfast/Lunch. You may need to ask if there is a dinner buffet ? Not sure if what is served would be the same as a brunch .
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 18:21
Novice, be patient and toddler will walk when ready. Its a long road ahead of you and there will be many times your child may be ahead and behind with their peers. Try not to worry.
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 15:53
Not easy being a parent is it , hopefully teenage stuff. Apparently so - haven't heard anything to the contrary and I have a friend there who has her ear to the ground. Daughter - trust lost. Can't tell if her current objectionable behaviour is to do with that or usual teenage rebellion stuff - think it's probably the latter. Thanks for asking, Jewels :)
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 15:46
Simpleasabc Do you know if the teen in europe is Ok ? How are things with you daughter now, any better or is it too soon ? edited by simpleasabc on 24/05/2011
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 15:44
Good luck and hope you succeed to have a healthy pregnancy and baby. thanks simpleasabc. i have also been unable to carry full term, we're trying one more time though ;)
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 15:33
There is a big difference the other poster has 2 children. Don't look for an argument please. Envy and jealousy is not a healthy state to be in for anyone. I hope you succeed in what ever you do to be blessed with children or not. Some people who are not fortunate enough to have children can be great aunts, 2nd mothers to friends children , all depends how it is viewed. for a very long time i've been very envious and very jealous of people with 1, 2 or more kids because of my own fertility issues. did that make me ungrateful for being (virtually) baron? <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 24/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 15:25
You would not be envious or jealous . Why be jealous, be grateful for what you have and bless those if have different. At least you know you would not cope so you are doing the best with your 2. DH and I have decided to stop at 2. But I'd love more and am SO jealous of those who have 3 and 4. I just know I couldnt cope, so 2 it is! I am envious because thats how I feel and I cant help it, but how do you know I'm not grateful for what I have?
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 14:33
let us know if you learn anything. Frustrating but will be worth it hopefully .
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 14:24
Many others are in similar positions with remuneration here and people do forget not everyone gets all great benefits. As neither DH nor I are blessed with remuration package that include housing and school fees, ONE is all we can afford and luckily she is all we ever want :)
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 14:14
It was for families of 5 in years gone by. it changes with the times. DH wisely says "the world is designed for families of four". Just look at travel packages, hotel deals, school discounts, Disney deals.....
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 14:11
Why be jealous, be grateful for what you have and bless those if have different. At least you know you would not cope so you are doing the best with your 2. DH and I have decided to stop at 2. But I'd love more and am SO jealous of those who have 3 and 4. I just know I couldnt cope, so 2 it is!
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 14:07
This would be great and is possible but may not be wise to have 5 major operations.Doctors hopefully know best. If you can financially afford 5 children it would be wonderful to have a large family but for many people in today's world it is not really feasible as everything is so expensive and living longer and having to support yourself as one gets older medical issues become greater. I am not even thinking of holidays or big social outings for families, just average living and educating children and medical issues. Cars are bigger so you could but a car for 7-8 people or a mini bus. People can have as many children as they do but they need to be able to afford to raise them financially and emotionally. After 2 consecutive c-sections this might prove to be a bit difficult as far as I know. Though I'm not sure in your case since you had a vaginal delivery in-between. An acquaintance of mine has had five successful c-sections and I'm hoping this can happen for me as well. <em>edited by jewelsmiddle on 24/05/2011</em>
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Latest post on 24 May 2011 - 08:49
My advice is do not marry this man until you find out if it is a "syndrome" as another poster has mentioned and is it something that can be cured or managed and you can live with. beware this bad behaviour is not masked/excused as a syndrome also. Otherwise you are heading for an unhappy life. Too many marriages are ending in divorce and for many the indications were there before they took their marriage vows. Currently this relationship is not healthy for you . Good luck with your decision.
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Latest post on 23 May 2011 - 18:49
You are 39 weeks pregnant, Give yourself a break and just give him savoury.forget desert. Give child small amounts of foods and keep giving him one or two pieces and in time it will increase when he is hungry. Do seek advice when your up to it but remember your having a new baby and trying to cope with everything will be tough. keep healthy . I think i will take him to our clinics nutritionalist see what they say. Incidentally my second one who is now15 months eats brilliantly takes him5 minutes to eat his lunch of spaghetti Bol and yogurt! He is brilliant just got to hope the third is the same. Thanks I am feeling a little better now
 
 
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