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Lindiwe

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Latest post on 05 January 2015 - 18:06
Thank you very much Dally - received your email and his number - will give him a call :)
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Latest post on 04 January 2015 - 22:19
Thank you all so much for your kind wishes, prayers, advice etc mum2girls... I couldn't find a hepatologist on the mediclinic site - maybe I didn't look properly... Dally - I took a look at the link you posted and Dr Mathias looks like a great doctor - thanks! My email address is xxxxxxxxx - I'd really like to speak to the person recommending him - thanks x <em>edited by Lindiwe on 05/01/2015</em>
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Latest post on 02 January 2015 - 10:13
Hi - thank you so much for all the advice and good wishes xx there was another post (reply to mine) yesterday, with a link, which I clicked on and saw that the American Hospital had CT scan facilities - I tried to reply and say thank you but I was on my tablet downstairs and didn't remember my password to login :( It's saved on my desktop upstairs, and we were in a bit of a rush to get going... Anyway, we went to the American Hospital and they did blood tests, urine tests, xrays and a CT scan - such kind, lovely, caring people there. Unfortunately the outcome wasn't too good :( tumour and spots on the liver as well as the ovarian cysts I am going back on Saturday to do MRI scans, which will apparently show more details and they said something about doing a biopsy The Surgeon there had only been there for two weeks and he suggested that I ask around and try and find a liver/pancreas specialist that he can refer me to as it would obviously be better for me to see someone who specialises in liver/pancreas problems than someone who sees one maybe two cases in a year. They did give me painkillers so I'm feeling a lot better :) thanks again for caring xx
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Latest post on 04 December 2014 - 11:47
thanks for your help - yes, I was looking for cheaper tickets for my daughter - Dhs 500 is a lot for a student to pay for two days... I feel maybe they should have cheaper tickets for school kids... Anyway, I found some on dubizzle, if anyone else is looking, there are still a few available :)
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Latest post on 23 October 2014 - 10:48
Groupon has a special on at the moment for laser hair reduction at the Montreal International Clinic... Has anyone been to this clinic for LHR and can you recommend it? Thanks :)
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Latest post on 21 October 2014 - 15:16
thanks so much - they're not much help... just say that I must book the ticket first and then apply online for the visa so scared to book the ticket and then have visa problems :(
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Latest post on 05 October 2014 - 14:45
Thanks :)
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Latest post on 14 January 2014 - 19:54
My son leaves Dubai for university tomorrow morning - can anyone please tell me if we have to do anything to cancel his visa, or is it automatic when he turns 19, as that is the expiry date. He turns 19 in a few months time and he would have to leave if he was here... Not too sure if he will come back for a visit before he turns 19, but someone told us he has to be here to cancel his visa?? Any input appreciated - thanks!
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Latest post on 26 May 2013 - 10:26
I'm trying so hard to lose weight - been doing the 5:2 diet for a few weeks and have lost 3 kg but I know I need to do more exercise and just move more! I'm sure the fitbit will help me get motivated if I have something at the end of the day to aim for - the sleep tracker might be interesting but not a necessity. I just wondered if anyone had good or bad feedback - we're hoping to go and look for one today. thanks for the advice Madge - is the Ultra no good then? I don't see it on the fitbit website...
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Latest post on 25 May 2013 - 22:19
thanks emisnre! can anyone advise which one to get please?
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Latest post on 25 May 2013 - 19:52
Hi I see there are a few different types of fitbits... can anyone give some feedback please and where to buy thanks so much!
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Latest post on 05 May 2013 - 20:28
Thanks Jenc123 for the info! TDB - I'll be back by the time you go so if I can add anything interesting once I'm back, I'll let you know. Jen - can you please tell me if you use the the same plugs and adapters as we use here - thanks!
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Latest post on 02 May 2013 - 12:23
I'm going on holiday to Cyprus... :) can anyone please give me some advice on how to keep in touch with family in Dubai while there is it easy to buy a sim card? and can you get 3 G or something similar to enable you to go on the internet? would appreciate any advice or tips - thanks!
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Latest post on 21 April 2013 - 22:12
no - sorry :(
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 22:57
never heard of that - will phone etisalat and find out about a repeater thanks so much Asti
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Latest post on 18 April 2013 - 09:47
Good Morning Ladies Can anyone please give me the name and number of a computer guy/gal who might be able to help us configure an extender for our router so we can have internet access downstairs in our villa. The main router is upstairs. Thanks
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Latest post on 14 April 2013 - 20:23
I'm VERY impressed! the taxi driver found the keys and returned them to the address where he had picked up my daughter. I do think the phone call helped as they needed various details from us, and from those, the driver could figure out where to return them to - so happy! thanks for replies
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Latest post on 13 April 2013 - 17:02
I know this is a very long shot... but I'm desperate! we've spoken to taxi service, and from past experiences, - we have four children - most of them have lost things in taxis over the years :( ... I've called and enquired but never had any luck getting anything back ever. If by any chance, anyone found some car keys (one car key - usual black with silver, a remote car opener and a remote to open garage) in a taxi last night or this morning, please contact me. linindubai at hotmail dot com Thanks!
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Latest post on 13 November 2012 - 11:40
We've also been looking at property lately... Can anyone please explain why property in the the Green Community specifically states leasehold (and lots of people - estate agents, mortgage brokers etc have said to us that the Green Community is leasehold) and the other areas where expats may buy are termed as "freehold" I'm very confused...
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Latest post on 10 November 2012 - 18:43
I think one thing you have to be careful about - make sure that it's not ironed before trying to remove the stain as the heat "sets" it and then is impossible to remove
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Latest post on 10 November 2012 - 18:37
I saw some upstairs in Union Co-op... I didn't look at them - just noticed them as I walked by so have no idea about brands or prices or quality...
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Latest post on 10 November 2012 - 18:30
Hi I bought some a while ago in a little shop between Waitrose and the exit at Dubai Mall - I can't remember the name but its a small little shop that sells a few haberdashery items... I'm sorry if I'm being a bit vague but if you go there, there aren't many shops in that little area and I'm sure you'll find it easily.
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Latest post on 19 October 2012 - 11:52
Hi - we are also looking to buy a Mazaya villa - please pass on our details too linindubai at hotmail dot com thanks
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Latest post on 01 July 2012 - 16:58
Dr Fischer at Al Wasl is in Dubai - sorry
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Latest post on 20 June 2012 - 18:59
If you check this link - you will see there was an earthquake in India around this time (I think they are an hour and a half ahead of us. 20.14 would take us to about quarter to 7 but maybe it takes a little while for them to travel...) - I wonder if it could've been aftershocks from that. We are in Jumeira 2 close to Dubai Ladies Club and we felt them too http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsww/Quakes/quakes_all.html MAP 5.0 2012/06/19 20:14:05 23.631 70.214 22.5 GUJARAT, INDIA
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Latest post on 09 May 2012 - 16:53
no... haven't received anything please will you phone/text me 050 4747104 thanks
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 23:20
My daughters' friend lost her i-phone on Thursday night - she lives in Sports City (I think or Motor City) I'm so hoping it might be her phone as it was her 21st birthday and she lost her phone and was so sad... She has gone back to the UK (she's at university) but her Mum and Dad are here Do you think you could e-mail me a number or an e-mail address and I'll get her Mum to contact you and describe the phone and see if its hers linindubai at hotmail dot com Holding thumbs thanks
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 19:29
Thanks BM - he did speak to a few taxi companies... unfortunately he can't remember what taxis he went in. He drove to Barasti and that's where he left the car - then caught a taxi to McGettigans and than another one home. They apparently aren't very helpful if you can't give them exact details...
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 15:30
Hi Please can someone help me with directions to Saks (Hair Salon) at the Old Palace Hotel - I will be leaving from Jumeira - Emirates Bank / Life Pharmacy Thanks!
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Latest post on 19 March 2012 - 22:43
yes - I ordered from them - was a bit wary to give credit card details so opted for the COD option. I received an e-mail immediately after placing my order and then a phone call and a few days later my goods arrived. A great service!
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Latest post on 13 February 2012 - 17:46
honey and cinnamon did the trick for my DH... CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water, given to a cholesterol patient, was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10% within 2 hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, if taken 3 times a day, any Chronic cholesterol is cured. As per information received in the said journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol. Please check with your doctor first just in case... but we looked online when we heard this about honey and cinnamon story and there were so many sites that said the same thing he tried it and it worked!
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Latest post on 23 December 2011 - 12:15
Hi wondering if anyone knows if the clarasonic mia if available yet in Dubai anywhere. Thanks!
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Latest post on 24 November 2011 - 13:26
I saw some in Park n Shop
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Latest post on 24 November 2011 - 10:30
simpleasabc please send me an e-mail lin in dubai at hotmail dot com - I might be able to help you when your nephew is here
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Latest post on 05 September 2011 - 18:09
Thank you those of you that understood what I was going through yesterday and supported me and made me feel a little better about the situation. We got confirmation today that he was accepted and went off to buy uniforms - needless to say, we couldn't get correct sizes at this late hour so I'll be spending the next few hours sewing... We fortunately had a back-up plan that we were all fairly happy with, if it had to be, but definitely not ideal as our family would've been split up. Some of his friends, however, were chatting yesterday and said they had been unable to eat or sleep worrying about whether they would get a place or not. I still can't understand the mentality behind the way the system works - do they not realise what they are actually doing to parents and students??? especially those who are told today that they don't have a place...
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:52
Exactly Vodkapops! Thank you! and what about the students (who have been there all along) who get very good grades, but someone on the waiting list gets better grades - do they get chosen before their own students?
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:39
What I can't understand is... why don't they have a place for all who pass their GCSE's with good results ?? why only have a few places for the top achievers ??
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:38
Yes, I am having a bad evening - and who have I bitched at?? I am getting frustrated at people who obviously don't have a clue how it works at some schools and are having a go at me... I seriously don't understand how the system works and there is absolutely nothing you can do, except wait...
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:27
and... if you knew anything about sixth form - its a different uniform
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:26
You people are all so kind!! thanks a lot!! We do have a back up plan but it would actually be nice to know...
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:24
and not knowing about British schools in the UK - I wondered if this was the norm. I didn't expect to feel worse after posting on here - just wondered if anyone had an explanation how things actually work and who decides on this weird way of doing things
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:21
Why should I phone? They had interviews with teachers today and were told they'd know by tomorrow... That's cutting it rather fine to be at school in full uniform on Tuesday if they get accepted. Anyone who has been through this process knows how it goes and all I'm saying is I think it's a very poor show to keep everyone hanging on like this!!
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:15
and thanks so much for saying I'm not worth my salt!!
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:14
you obviously have not experienced it!!
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:14
My child is not moving schools - he has been there all along and now suddenly may not have a place in sixth from even though he had very good results...
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:09
Can you tell me how you know it is not normal policy - have you ever had a child of yours go to sixth form in the UAE? The results for the exams were only received about 10 days ago - the 23rd August actually. and then decisions are made...
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 22:03
Have you ever had a child go into sixth form? I have had 3 and it's the same every year - different schools too
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 21:58
I'm not tarring anyone or any school. I think it is a very bad policy and I know most schools in the UAE leave it til the last week or so before school begins to let students know whether they have a place or not in sixth form. IT IS BIZARRE!!
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Latest post on 04 September 2011 - 21:41
Students are due to go to an induction day on Tuesday (in full school uniform) and some of them still don't know whether they've been accepted or not??? I find it it totally weird and disgusting!! Is it the norm in British Schools?
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Latest post on 16 July 2011 - 14:32
we have exactly the same problem - very weird... started yesterday too - not an etislat problem, I don't think as the cable computer works fine - just the laptops and iphones... won't connect to the internet
 
 
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