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Latest post on 20 May 2014 - 09:03
Does anyone know if there are any accountants in Dubai who will do US taxes? I have one in the UK but they want to charge £600. or can I do it myself on turbo tax? never done my own taxes lol. TIA
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Latest post on 27 February 2014 - 12:42
just called and they said there is no benefit in transferring to Dubai. Strange.
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Latest post on 16 January 2014 - 09:55
Could anyone recommend a kid friendly hotel in the Maldives? We have a 4 and 3 yr old. TIA
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Latest post on 09 August 2013 - 14:38
We're flying out on etihad and I received an email to upgrade. All I need to do I'd submit a bid. Has anyone else done this. I'd you place a low bid? Did you get upgraded? TIA
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Latest post on 19 January 2013 - 10:54
Hi ladies any feed back on this company for pest control?
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 12:34
you will need a strong adaptor/ convertor.
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Latest post on 10 September 2012 - 12:01
I have a red kitchen aid but it has a USA plug. It's for sale if you're interested <em>edited by MaxandMe on 10/09/2012</em>
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 09:57
2yr DS chipped his front tooth (he is such a monkey)!!! It is quite sharp. Does anyone have a pediatric dentist? I tried Nicolas and Asp, they are fully booked. Need to get DS to dentist today. TIA
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Latest post on 03 September 2012 - 09:57
2yr DS chipped his front tooth (he is such a monkey)!!! It is quite sharp. Does anyone have a pediatric dentist? I tried Nicolas and Asp, they are fully booked. Need to get DS to dentist today. TIA
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 10:56
it that time of year for my DS birthday. any recommendations? what about house of cakes?
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Latest post on 03 July 2012 - 11:48
We just finished using them. They did excellent work for the price. We had two units put under the sinks, 2 baby gates, and a massive unit fitted for the linen closet. It is not expensive quality but it is quality. I would highly recommend them but would say make sure they come a couple of times to measure properly, check the quote. Also, they are a little slow at installation but they do it right..not like the other workmen you tend to find out here where they have to keep coming back just to get it right.
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Latest post on 24 June 2012 - 12:12
sorry should have said we want to stay in Dubai/ UAE. TIA
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Latest post on 05 June 2012 - 10:13
I have a sony laptop and my DS dropped it on the floor. Where can I take it to get repaired? TIA
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Latest post on 14 May 2012 - 09:29
We are moving house and I have tons of books I would like to give away/ donate. Does anyone know where I can bring them? TIA
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 12:48
any other suggestions? Enasoso who did you end of choosing ?
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 12:46
BUMP, anyone??
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Latest post on 27 March 2012 - 11:48
I am trying to obtain reviews. Has anyone installed Aqua net? How have you found it, safety, easy to unroll, etc? approx how much does it cost? TIA
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 10:04
Could anyone recommend a good moving company that services Arabian Ranches? We are moving from one villa in the ranches to another villa in the ranches. TIA
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Latest post on 15 March 2012 - 11:57
Is your husband able to do drop off for one of your DD?;) <em>edited by MaxandMe on 15/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 13:25
so it's safe??? My maid wants to go there on Thursday night. I trust her completely but don't trust others.
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Latest post on 29 January 2012 - 12:43
Front door lock at our villa broke. Does anyone know a good lock smith which services the ranches. TIA
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Latest post on 11 January 2012 - 13:22
my 15mth DS, who is completely different from my 2.5yr old, hangs on me like a little monkey. He goes mental if I even leave the room. He is only like this with me. AHHH!!! We have dinner at 5 and he eats loads, more than my 2.5yr. I give him cows milk at 6:30pm and he goes down. At about 4:30/5:00 he wakes. Screaming non stop. I send my husband in as if DS sees me he'll want me to pick up. After about 1/2 of screaming and me fearing he is going to wake the other one up and then I'm really in trouble having them both up, we end up giving him milk (as he won't drink water). I can then put him back in his crib but he is still half awake and will wake back up at 6ish. I don't know what to do anymore. Last night up at 11:30pm gave milk back up at 4:30am gave milk at 5:15am back up at 6:15 at 7 he ate his cereal and 1/2 banana. He might be teething but the minute I bring him in bed with us he is playing around in the bed. Any suggestions. edited by MaxandMe on 11/01/2012 <em>edited by MaxandMe on 11/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 January 2012 - 13:53
Hi Kelly1814, you can do your US taxes through turbo tax. It asks you if you reside out of the US. I am too lazy to do my own taxes. I have used a lady in UK, http://www.jillthompson.net/index.html. she is very thorough. around £600-£400. good luck
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 12:14
I'm in charge of dessert for christmas. Does anyone have a good banoffee pie and pumpkin pie recipe? Can I use a graham cracker crust for the banoffee pie? Who would sell can pumpkin? TIA
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Latest post on 11 December 2011 - 09:46
Where can I buy a fake christmas tree? I want something decent and lights already on. Any suggestions? Does Potterybarn sell them?
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Latest post on 06 December 2011 - 10:28
[b'>fairycakeyumm[/b'> replied : Oh grt ....I have half head highlights,how much did it cost if u don't mind me asking ? I can't remember but I think the website has the prices.
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Latest post on 05 December 2011 - 19:15
Just had my hair done with Angela (half head of highlights and a cut of 3inches off) it came out fab! I'm really happy with it. What was more surprising was when I went to pay it was 20% OFF. I couldn't believe it! They are offering 20% off for the first 3 months of opening. I have already booked appointments for New Year Eve and MIL, who is coming over for Christmas. :)
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Latest post on 27 November 2011 - 10:41
I find if you give them money they send it home. I like to give mine vouchers or a gift that way I know she'll have something for herself as she works so hard.
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Latest post on 24 November 2011 - 12:48
I thought that FS1 2012 the admissions does not open until Jan 2012. that is what I was told when I called. is this wrong?
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Latest post on 23 November 2011 - 12:51
I only read Gina Ford's book. But did a little bit of her suggestions and my own. I really listened to the part to determine if they are ready. They might be ready but am I?! I had to ask myself that question too! Rewards are great and we made it a really big deal when he went. Jumping up and down, kisses, singing, etc. like barboram mentioned GF only classifies your child as potty trained if they can do everything themselves. I agree with barboram which 2yr old can do that. that is a tall order and frankly too much pressure for the LO. good luck.
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Latest post on 20 November 2011 - 13:10
Thanks ladies Mohandissa is the whole process done at the Safa Clinic or will we need to go to immigration. TIA
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Latest post on 17 November 2011 - 13:14
we use antique museum. very cheap and very good quality. However, it's a nightmare to find it.
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Latest post on 17 November 2011 - 11:09
best sites are amazon.com, babiesrus.com, buybuybaby.com, potterybarnkids.com HTH
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Latest post on 17 November 2011 - 09:49
with DS1, I thought I was pregnant (we weren't trying) took a test and sure enough positive. Called my DH at work and cried and told him. DS2 (try for 2nd when DS1 was 6mth) both of us didn't think it would happen that quick. Took a test 3days before period and very light positive told husband and we started laughing cause it happened so quickly. Telling the family was different. I sent big fortune cookies to my parents and sister and inside they read, "someone closed to you is expecting" & "a new addition is likely" they were over the moon. with DS2 I put a shirt on DS1 which read "I'm not monkeying around I'm going to be a big brother". It took them a while to read the shirt which was humor in itself. Cafepress.com has great shirts.
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Latest post on 09 November 2011 - 09:42
hi bluecamel, yup I did acupuncture with my first. I was 5 days late and had enough. it just really kicked started things. I used Dr Ou and she comes to your house. seach Dr. Ou and I'm sure you'll find her number. Good luck. x
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 12:36
elnino- I replied on the other thread. good luck with everything x
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 12:26
elnino I was told it was good when they cough as they are breaking it up but again I'm not a dr. go with your gut feel. believe me drs know they will see mums over and over again. my dr made the mistake of giving me his mobile 24 hrs access lol. If you feel LO is worse go back, and usually it's a follow up visit and won't get charged. good luck. it's tough being a mum. xxx
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 11:47
Hi elnino, I don't want to scare you but my LO had RSV bronchitis and needed to be admitted to hospital. my LO was too young to break up the phlegm so they had to nebulize him and do physo exercises but again he was an extreme case. If you are very concern there is no harm in going to your pediatrician and they can have a good look what's going on.
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 10:38
my DS suffered with coughs since he was 4 wks old. Bought Vicks air filter and humidifier from the UK through amazon.co.uk and sent to my shop and ship. Save tons of money and the quality is excellent and they are quite. they are brilliant. also, invested in a air free machine they are a fortune here but again if you buy in the uk you save mucho mucho money. HTA.
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 10:25
do the take the measurements or do I need to come with the measured already. are they expensive?
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Latest post on 18 October 2011 - 11:06
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Latest post on 18 October 2011 - 11:05
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Latest post on 18 October 2011 - 10:41
there is one in American Hospital, specifically pediatric ophthalmologist.
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 11:20
Spa Day! I make it a point to have a mummy day off at least once every two months. I leave the house early (after kids breakfast) and do not walk back into the house until the kids are a sleep. the park hyatt is fab for these days, as you can work out, use the pool and have your treatments late in the day. enjoy your day, it's well deserved!!!
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Latest post on 17 October 2011 - 10:17
Hi lucky4uitsme! Congratulations. For me I went on maternity leave first. I took my 45days leave plus any unused holiday, plus an addition month off of unpaid leave. That gave me enough time to decide if I wanted to go back or not. I resigned while on leave but they did not make me work my notice period. Really it all depends on who is your employer. As for visa, bear in mine that your employer first needs to cancel your visa so they'll need your passport and then your husbands co will require it again to process the new visa. WHen the baby is born you'll need your passport and husband's to register the baby and depending which country you are from to receive baby's passport. Babysteps can take care of this for you. I hope this helps edited by MaxandMe on 17/10/2011 <em>edited by MaxandMe on 17/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 13:28
I just started working part-time but probably become full time in the next few months. My question is for working mums who picks up your little one from school as FS1 is over at 1:15pm everyday. He won't be going to school close to home so my maid can not pick up. Really stressing about this. TIA
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Latest post on 06 October 2011 - 11:39
google- active sports dubai. they have baby swimming classes at Horizon School near Safa park. the classes and the instructors are fab.
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 12:54
thanks will have a look this weekend. It's for the kids bed and want to make sure a good quality mattress to ensure that they sleep. lol.
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 11:45
any other recommendations. I went to intercoil and they weren't helpul at all. Not too keen on Ikea stuff. Also, what does a twin mattress go for? Thanks for your help.
 
 
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