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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 21:00
Feefmick, you won't have to do the walk on the way back in the summer months if it gets too much. The 31 bus goes from DBS to the gates of Springs 3 (see the other thread for TT), takes 3 mins :)
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 20:40
Feefmick see look, bus Number 31 goes from DBS around Springs. In the summer months you could catch the bus home from school, it will stop at the gates of Springs 3. http://www.gulfnews.com/polopoly_fs/1.504597!menu/standard/file/f31_moe_ms_albarsha_meadow.pdf It takes 3 mins by bus from DBS to the gates of Springs 3and the bus goes every half hour at 2.37pm 3.07pm, 3.37pm. Cost 1.80 dirham http://wojhati.rta.ae/dub/FILELOAD?Filename=dub_4FA952C12.pdf http://wojhati.rta.ae/dub/XSLT_TRIP_REQUEST2?language=en Apparently it's 9 mins walk from DBS to the gates of Springs 3. <em>edited by Alismum on 08/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 16:44
lol Did I tell you BM that I survived a whole summer here without AC and only a few fans. Tis true... :)
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 16:41
I'll let you all know come Sept LOL. Feefmick, September probably won't be bad, I did it last year with my youngest and he was fine, mornings weren't bad at all, coming back was hotter but manageable, it's June/July that you will find the most difficult, and yes BM is right about the humidity some days.
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 16:41
Doesn't it really make you respect the Bedouin who have lived here for thousands of years with no a/c though. Respect!!!! Does indeed :)
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 16:14
I lived in Jeddah and used to walk 3/4 mile to supermarket every day when I finished work at 2.30pm. This was in my abaya. It WAS hot but i just went slowly. Wasn't pleasant but i managed. lol Feefmick all these mums who walk out of their air conditioned houses to their air conditioned cars. What if there were only donkeys and camels as transport what would they do then ;)
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 15:53
lol guess I am the only one here that would do it and has done it. Had to laugh at some of the comments though.
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 15:45
I am all for walking a bit in the sun as long as I don't end up looking like this ;) http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2140256/Patricia-Krentcil-Kristen-Wiig-mimics-tanning-mom-Saturday-Night-Live-sketch.html
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 15:35
OK for next year it's July finish, yes I remember that thread now.. I think if Feefmick gets a place within 15 mins walking distance of the school she'll be fine, and if June/July is difficult perhaps she can organise a lift for that time, advertise in the school to share costs with one of the mums nearby.
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 15:11
Pleasant?... :\: Remember that schools now won't finish until July. I personally would not walk very far at 1pm in July. :\: Maybe it's just me? BM Thought it was 21st June, term finishes??? . 15 mins walk at 1pm in July is do-able I have done it many times with my two over the last 5 years :) ETA: There are still folks laying on the beach at that time in July/August as well. <em>edited by Alismum on 08/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 14:05
I know it's going to be hot but going to have to give it a try. I managed to run at 6pm when visiting last summer so hoping will be OK if we can get a place close enough. Feefmick, you'll be fine walking to and from school I have done it myself with my now 5 year old, as I have no car. In fact I have just got in after being outside for an hour with him (we had to run an errand). I would say it will be fine if the walk is 20 mins or less. In a morning at 7am it's not too hot. I took my youngest on the metro to school for 6 months and we did a 15 mins walk at either end. Coming back was the same. I have been out with both of mine in July/August as well, nothing keeps us in ;) . Just remember to get your kids a trolley bag so that they don't have to carry a heavy bag. 15 mins walk will be nothing, so what if they sweat on the way back, take some water with you. Also it will boost their vitamin D levels.
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 11:24
Thanks for updating us. Glad to hear everything turned out OK and you are happy with the outcome.
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 00:17
Thanks Irooni for all your help, maybe we can do Satwa together one day. Better get off here now, am up at 6 :)
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Latest post on 08 May 2012 - 00:01
I saw some of those in C4, not sure as when we get them, they look like this (they are very small, 1/4 size normal almonds) http://i01.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/464999061/Chinese_bitter_almond_kernel_without_shell.jpg
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 23:51
Just checked on google and it's the first one. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DGV6d7kTnwk/R9QybE-t2yI/AAAAAAAAADM/31WBtrwYomc/s400/t2.jpg edited by Alismum on 07/05/2012 Tokhm sharbati it is then! Yes, union does have zereshk but it is from Iran;) Indeed it is :) . Pity they don't sell the little bitter almonds and tokhm sharbati as well. ETA: We have relatives coming shortly, am just compiling a list ;) <em>edited by Alismum on 07/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 23:34
I have seen barberries (zereshk) in union co-op. They also don't sell those little bitter almonds over here. I have looked all over. When my relatives come they bring me loads of goodies.:)
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 23:29
Just checked on google and it's the first one. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_DGV6d7kTnwk/R9QybE-t2yI/AAAAAAAAADM/31WBtrwYomc/s400/t2.jpg <em>edited by Alismum on 07/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 23:19
Thanks Irooni, think it must be the second one then. My stock has run out. I have scoured the internet to find them, but I think you can only find them in Iran. They don't have an English name do they?
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Latest post on 07 May 2012 - 23:13
Irooni, Can you please tell me the name of those little black seeds they use for sore throats/coughs in Iran. You put them in hot water with sugar and they turn into gooey caterpillars. Never seen any over here and need relatives to bring me some when they come. Tx
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 22:21
What about C4 or Geant.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 22:15
I saw a couple on Mr Bens site, Satwa http://www.mrbendubai.com/ +971 4 346 3494 Also look at this thread, http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=110871 Rock chick mentions this place that has them. Stitches, Beach Rd, Umm Sequimm 2 or you could make one like this (I always make my kids costumes) How to make a quick and easy Ancient Roman toga http://www.show.me.uk/site/news/STO1461.html
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 21:27
From GN [i'>While forecasters said temperatures could reach 48C by the month's end, this still does not compare with the highest recorded temperature for the month of May in 2001 in Asab where the temperature rose to as high as 52C.[/i'> I can't remember it going over 49C last year even in July/August. Maybe this year will break all the records. [img'>http://www.invisionplus.net/forums/html/emoticons/diamondpearlgts_hot.gif[/img'>
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 21:13
Finished A thousand Splendid Suns and its the first book that made me cry. I think the way the story is told from a woman's perspective really touched my heart. I thought it was better than The Kite Runner by the same author. AMAZING Khalid Hosseni i think I am halfway through this book (thanks to the recommendations on here). I love it already.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 21:06
I'm the same Irooni, the ironing pile keeps growing and with the hotter weather the washing machine is on more, generating yet more ironing. TBH I have stopped ironing everything now. Anything that's worn for bed, towels, sheets, underwear, I don't iron anymore. I was wondering myself if I should take my pile somewhere nearby to be ironed, or perhaps pay an agency maid for an hour.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 21:01
Or it comes in a small tub with a very gaily coloured eastern looking label. Oh and I was also thinking curry leaves might be the culprit but I like the smell of them and they really dont linger that long odour wise. Thanks DR and Priyankaj, I was looking for a packet that's why I didn't see it. Will have a look again later in the week.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 20:59
Yes it's getting hotter, seems to have crept up on us all of a sudden. Wonder if you can lose weight by sweating (without dieting or exercising)
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 14:28
http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=135662
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 12:58
My thoughts and prayers go to your Dad. Here's wishing him back to health soon.
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Latest post on 06 May 2012 - 12:54
I went to C4 looking for this spice and couldn't find it. What does it look like in the packet? Which brand should I be looking for, I spent 20 mins up and down the spices section. BTW how much should you put in a vegetable/lentil curry for 4 people, I wouldn't want to overdo it. ETA: Zengirl just seen you already answered my second question <em>edited by Alismum on 06/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 23:56
And yes, it does have medicinal qualities - a smelling salt substitute must be one of them. :) lol DR I was reading about this spice earlier and it can also be used as an outdoor snake repellent :) :) I've been googling it as well and its commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine which and old Sri Lankan maid of mine used to swear by. http://www.joyfulbelly.com/Ayurveda/ingredient/Hing/38 yes DR it looks interesting, I might buy some and try it out (I'll be careful lol). [i'>[u'>Health Benefits[/u'> Not hugely popular in Western herbal medicine, asafoetida is a major herb in India and Ayurvedic practice. It is used for treating stomach spasm, intestinal parasites, whooping cough, and other respiratory disorders. Little medical research is available to prove the health properties of the herb, but common use reports asafoetida's effectiveness for the following conditions: [u'>Digestive disorders. [/u'>The plant extract strengthens digestive tracts and acts as general stomach tonic. Its laxative properties are useful for the patients with colics, flatulence, and indigestion (both in adults in children). Intestinal gases often influence irritable bowel syndrom, so the oil of asafoetida is known to reduce irritation in this condition as well. [u'>Nervous system conditions.[/u'> Asafoetida is known for treating some cases of hysteria. In fact, in 19th century it was the most common remedy for this condition, as well as for the depression and mood swings. Emulsion based on the gum provides sedative effect and prevents anxiety and emotional disorders. [u'>Respiratory conditions[/u'>. Bronchitis, whooping cough, asthma symptoms, and post-pneumonia conditions are well treated by asafoetida. It stimulates the mucous release and easens the symptoms of inflammation. Enhancing the expectorating power, the herb is particularly useful for the eldery and children. [u'>Insects Bites.[/u'> Deodorant properties of asafoetida protect human body from insect attacks. Adding garlic to the mixture makes this kind of repellent even more effective. In Afganistan people rub asafoetida over their body to stay away from poisonous snakes and vipers. [u'>Other uses.[/u'> In addition to the mentioned, asafoetida is used in such conditions as menstrual disorders, headaches and dizziness, toothache, impotence, fungal infections and high cholesterol levels.[/i'> http://www.chinese-herbs.org/asafoetida/
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 22:19
And yes, it does have medicinal qualities - a smelling salt substitute must be one of them. :) lol DR I was reading about this spice earlier and it can also be used as an outdoor snake repellent :)
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 21:46
Have you checked the filter to see if it's clogged up. Has the drain hose moved out of position? Which brand is it? Washing machine troubleshooting guide http://www.acmehowto.com/howto/appliance/washer/diagwasher.php <em>edited by Alismum on 05/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 15:58
That could be the one then DesertRose. I don't use it in my cooking, never heard of it until just now you mentioned it. Plain Jane ask you maid if she cooks with this spice. [i'> Most similar in appearance to fennel, asafoetida smells like rotting feet, which causes many cooks to feel nervous about using the herb. In fact, some countries refer to asafoetida as Devil's Dung because of the foul smell.[/i'> http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-asafoetida.htm
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 15:35
Does she have a cooker and an extractor hood in her room then, is it like a self-contained apartment with cooking facilities. "I cook curry and spicy foods myself all the time, and it never smells like this does, nor lingers the way this does." Same here, my apartment never seems to smell like a curry house, despite the fact that I cook lots of spicy food. I wonder what is the missing ingredient in my cooking ;) Plain-Jane, Check out the spices she is using. She must be cooking with a spice that is extra pungent, one which differs from mine and yours (and I use a lot of spices :) ), because despite the fact we use spices, the smell doesn't linger. By process of elimination you should be able to identify the spice causing the smell, then you can ask her not to cook with this particular spice in the apartment. <em>edited by Alismum on 05/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 14:16
Does she have a cooker and an extractor hood in her room then, is it like a self-contained apartment with cooking facilities. "I cook curry and spicy foods myself all the time, and it never smells like this does, nor lingers the way this does." Same here, my apartment never seems to smell like a curry house, despite the fact that I cook lots of spicy food. I wonder what is the missing ingredient in my cooking ;) <em>edited by Alismum on 05/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 13:28
Plain-Jain, Does she cook the bulk of her food in the kitchen. I think any food cooked in a confined space like the bedroom will smell more and probably the pungent smell will get onto her bedding and clothes as well. I don't mind the cooking of curry spices at all, nor entering homes where spices are cooked but pongy fish well that's another matter. There's a yummy Iranian dish called Ghormeh Sabzi (Irooni will know) and it smells the whole apartment block out when cooked :) Try simmering the vinegar (or baking soda) and also I read clove oil neutralises cooking smells, you can use it with a diffuser.
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Latest post on 05 May 2012 - 00:31
Send her over to my place to cook, I love spicy food... :) Open balcony door, have a fan pointing at the kitchen, extractor fan on.
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 19:33
Yes you are right Loube, it might work out better a months holiday at the end of the contract, but the maids are in effect losing a months holiday as they currently get a months holiday and a ticket home per year. Perhaps this is why they are introducing gratuity pay, a month per year of service. Mind you I bet there will be a lot of maids that will take advantage of the 15 days paid sickie, especially those who have a lot of aunties over here in the know ;) <em>edited by Alismum on 04/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 19:22
I thought it was just me who didnt do cards except for my children and grandchildren because I begrudge the money for them so much. So yes alismum, a cake and a phone card is great and I had thought of a 30dhm phone card to allow for the price of the birthday card. So no birthday card and a 50dhms phone card is great. I stopped a while back to be honest DesertRose, most of the ones you find over here are really rubbishy. Besides (imho) the majority of maids would rather have the cash than money spent on a bit of card with a fancy picture on it :)
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Latest post on 04 May 2012 - 10:43
A cake and a 50AED phone card. TBH I have stopped buying birthday cards over here, most of them are naff and overpriced, it's better to put the money towards the gift.
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Latest post on 03 May 2012 - 13:01
Don't know that i'd call Park n Rob car park an affluent target area lol but i was sat in my car having a drink the other morning when a man approached clutching some pieces of paper...i wound my window down and he ask if i speak english (lol) and then proceeds to mumble and point to these pharmacy receipts...then he starts to pull up his shirt sleeve and i have flashbacks to all the stories i've read on here about the gammy arm beggars ladling mayonnaise on to make it look realistic....thankfully he had a spotless new white dressing on but i just said oh noooo and waved him away, turned my head and put window back up...when i looked round he was ambling off in the opposite direction...Thankfully if i hadn't read on here that it is a scam i may have given him money...genuine cases are different but these are professional beggars.... I met up with this man this morning near JLT metro station. He asked me if I spoke English and then showed me a tatty receipt from Al Mina Pharmacy. I thought he was going to ask me directions, but his English wasn't good and he muttered something about Rashid hospital, and then proceeded to list up his sleeve to show me his bandage. It was then that I said "no sorry", and he thanked me and went on his way. I am a bit of a soft touch and if I hadn't heard about this scam on here, prolly would have given him some money.
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 19:39
[i'>"The right to revoke the contract on one's own if the employer fails to honour his or her obligations".[/i'> I think soon the maids section will be full of posters talking about the maids taking them to the workers tribunal for not fulfilling their roles as sponsors. It will be a new era :) <em>edited by Alismum on 02/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 18:00
[i'>"A paid annual leave of 14 days, with any other holidays or days of absence from work on account of sickness reckoned as part of the annual leave, if such holidays fall within it. The annual leave can be carried forward to the following year and the employer has to grant a return ticket to the worker to travel home every two years. Payment for the annual leave and the travel allowance can be paid in cash to the worker who opts not to travel home." [/i'> I thought maids get a month off every year, does this mean they are taking away 2 weeks per year and adding them onto the sick leave below? [i'>"A domestic worker shall enjoy sick leave of up to 30 days a year and such leave shall be calculated as follows: the first 15 days with full pay, while the next 15 days will be without pay".[/i'> Had to laugh at the word 'enjoy' in this paragraph. <em>edited by Alismum on 02/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 May 2012 - 07:22
This lady from JBR is feeling c**p She was woken up at 5 by a chap from bangladesh he was calling 6 times in the morning so she's off back to bed for a nap PS the Springs one was tongue in cheek of course, I have lived there myself ;) <em>edited by Alismum on 02/05/2012</em>
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 20:40
These lot have cello lessons http://www.cellodubai.com/Music_Classes.html lots of locations as well http://www.cellodubai.com/Contact.html
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 17:02
lol I thought that Alex might be the child. Anyway the maid has an easy time in this house, she gets 2 days off and Wednesday looks like a half day, unless Alex has a closet full of shoes :)
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Latest post on 29 April 2012 - 15:21
As the resident cleaner in our place, I think that list is fine. Only would take a couple of hours tops if you break down each job into minutes, how long does it take to water plants? and empty trash?. First item is wash clothes and that is the washing machines job. I wouldn't iron towels or sheets either. if they are placed nicely over the airer they don't need ironing (but if I had a maid well then lovely ironed sheets it would be ;) ). Oh and I don't have silver to polish, so no worries about that one.. ETA: There's nothing mentioned about cooking twice a day either, or looking after kids. The list is a breeze :) <em>edited by Alismum on 29/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 23:57
I am doing it, day 5. First few days I ached all over, but definitely feel a bit more toned. I am using tinned beans as weights :) Looking forward to the 12 inch fat loss ;)
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 13:35
I know it's a bit of a random question, but does anyone know what supermarkets do with their produce once it's very near their sell by date. Or even with prepared foods that are unsold at the end of the day? Just curious.... Thanks I read an article last week about supermarket workers eating store food past sell by date. http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/eating-expired-food-keeps-their-gulf-dream-alive-2012-04-15-1.453830 ETA: I think the suppliers of the food products take the out-of-date produce back in a lot of cases. <em>edited by Alismum on 25/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 13:45
Frazzled, I would request another meeting with the teacher to ask what the issue is, how does he compare with the other students. Is he learning to read using Phonics? My 5 year old brings home a book and reads every night with me and also with the teacher twice a week. They are doing Oxford Reading Tree Books and he's on level 2. I found this lovely site for free Oxford reading tree ebooks where a British celeb reads the story. My son loves this site. http://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/Library/Index/?AgeGroup=1 Click on the book (the ones with the 'e'), then on (read ebook) and it's read aloud with the words underneath. <em>edited by Alismum on 23/04/2012</em>
 
 
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