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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 16:39

Thank you!

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Latest post on 24 May 2013 - 14:05

phew!! so do I just renew it when I do go back?

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Latest post on 24 January 2013 - 19:32

thanks...I will keep in touch but perhaps not as often. Will see how it goes but you are right... I can;t chnge her.

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Latest post on 24 January 2013 - 19:32

thanks...I will keep in touch but perhaps not as often. Will see how it goes but you are right... I can;t chnge her.

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Latest post on 24 January 2013 - 18:11

Its only my SIL I have kept in touch with. I see my brother when they come for hols both here and in France but he never contacts me inetween. I phone my mum but she has dementia so she can't phone me... mind you she didn;t when she was well either. Thats why its such a blow that SIL has eacted so badly

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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 22:21

thanks again... you are right, have done all I can. Will keep making contact to see how everyone is and will see how it goes

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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 22:13

thank you. I did not phrase it great as I got upset, had adrink, then sent email. never a great move! I said something along lines of feel like I have no family, but thats fine! Regret that now. hould have phrased it better but I have apologised and said it was because I was hurt but too late... damage has been done

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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 22:07

I am happy just to let it go.. I know my sis in law has been ill and still has concerns and now her dad is terminally ill so don;t want to fall out over christmas cards....but its as if its too late now. Maybe we were not as close as I thought we were if i can't be forgiven for what I said. I regret the email i sent, but the hurt was genuine. <em>edited by Go girl on 23/01/2013</em>

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Latest post on 23 January 2013 - 22:02

I would still pay if they wanted to come over...and they know that. they just want to make me suffer for daring to have said anything... and its working!

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Latest post on 04 November 2012 - 18:57

we berth our boat at Ghantoot marina. 20 mins from Dubai marina on way to AD. lovely place and much cheaper than ones in Dubai.

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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 19:06

The one on the Palm would be the nearest to Jumeirah. DH hasn't been there for a while, one side was filling up but there was still another side to be opened. Ghantoot would allow you to park your trailer but, unless things have changed, the others wouldn't. Probably only 10% of the berths at Ghantoot are taken. Last time we were at Festival City Marina it was about a quarter full. The west bay of DMYC has plenty of spaces and is cheaper as the berths do not have electricity or water. You can try negotiating with all of them but it doesn't mean they will reduce their rates. @ Go girl - DH used to be the marina manager at Ghantoot. Do you still have a boat there ? Yes I still have a boat there. <em>edited by Go girl on 02/10/2012</em>

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Latest post on 02 October 2012 - 18:28

I can recommend Ghantoot. Its great!

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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 13:44

Thank you. They look great.

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Latest post on 16 September 2012 - 10:02

Hi, No need for dive gear as will just snorkel. Want bedrooms though and bathrooms. I am so annoyed with myself as had details of 2 compnaies that had bedrooms but for the life of me can't find the safe place I put the details!!

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Latest post on 12 July 2012 - 16:19

thank you all so much... some really good advice. I won't cut all ties... but won't visit this summer. I am only in the UK for 5 days and she lives 300 miles away. Its not going to be worth the journey for the stress when I get there. I think its best to give myself some space and a year off doing the duty thing as its not appreciated anyway. I will keep in phone contact but will probably not be as often as I used to call her. She was an older mother when she had me and that does explain some of it and some of it is just plain selfishness. I am a mum myself now and could never treat my son the way she treats me. I will make sure my son has contact with her too although again limited as he doesn't really get anything from it. I may not visit the Uk for 6 months to a year after this summer and I appreciate that her age / state of health I may not see her again but can live with that if that does happen. I tried telling her how I felt on our last conversation but she doesn;t hear it so I have to accept that is the way she is and there are some things I can't change. The cigarettes are an issue as she has been falling asleep with lit cigarettes so is unsafe to have them. As no one nearby will buy them for her... that is why she asked me to post them. I was hurt as its the only time she has called me in years. Again i have to accept that that is what is important to her. If I visit this summer the first thing she will ask is for the duty frees and will be an atmosphere when I haven't brought them. I am so grateful for all your advice and am feeling a little more at peace now I have made a decision I think I can live with. Thank you.

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Latest post on 27 June 2012 - 18:10

Hi I have lived here for 4 years, feel free to contact me with any questions. Post your email and I will contact you. Can't do messages on EW

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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 07:26

Just went on Al Mansoor Dhow this weekend ... was 195 with BOGOF with entertainer voucher. Great night was had by whole family

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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 07:26

Just went on Al Mansoor Dhow this weekend ... was 195 with BOGOF with entertainer voucher. Great night was had by whole family

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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 07:17

Thank you all... she got her new charm this weekend.

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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 08:37

Hi, My sister is visiting from Uk and wants to buy a Pandora charm to commemorate her visit. Where can we get them in Dubai? Thanks.

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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 06:54

Thank you! I have the transponder but will go and GPS hunt this week! Will def go to boat show too.

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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 20:07

Just bought a boat for first time but scared I am going to get lost! Want to buy a GPS but can't find one.... any sailors out there who can point me in the right direction?

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Latest post on 06 January 2012 - 10:21

Thanks Ameila, Don't mind travelling so will give him a call! This is so exciting!

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Latest post on 06 January 2012 - 07:16

I went recently with a 3, 4 and 13 year old and all had a fantastic yime. We live in Al Ain so wasn't a big trip but was great fun. Check opening times though as don't think they open till late afternoon

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Latest post on 06 January 2012 - 07:16

I went recently with a 3, 4 and 13 year old and all had a fantastic yime. We live in Al Ain so wasn't a big trip but was great fun. Check opening times though as don't think they open till late afternoon

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Latest post on 05 January 2012 - 21:39

thanks everyone.... hope for a good nights sleep and I am sure that will help. Had about 3 hrs a night last nghts! I live in al ain, any recommendations for docs there good at troubleshooting stomach issues?

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Latest post on 05 January 2012 - 21:28

hi not beem to docs yet...too crook to go anywhere at moment but will as soon as medical card sorted. Been sick again today. Least it help the diet!! lets hope tomorrow is better!

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Latest post on 05 January 2012 - 13:06

thanks all... only been drinking botled water... not ate out anywhere this week. At home we wash fruit adn veg in bottled water too....would go to hospital today as been sick again ( 2nd time this morning) and had enough now Just discovered my medical card out of date so have t get on to employers t get renewed one!

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Latest post on 05 January 2012 - 10:04

just water most of the time. never juice. tea often. Just been sick again! As usual feel better once I have actually been sick.

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Latest post on 05 January 2012 - 09:26

thanks Div. Tried that and no pattern that I can see. Some times sick when haven't eaten for a few hours. Sometimes straight after a meal.

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