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Latest post on 02 January 2012 - 09:27
Damas trees only ruin the garden and dont let the grass grow well. It manages to find its way to the nearest wter source be it swerage or drain pipes, irrigation, pools etc
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Latest post on 30 December 2011 - 12:18
Sorry to steal your thread... I'm looking for ideas too... preferably on the beach front. I only know about the Ranches brunch of 195 per adult at the Golf Course
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 23:31
Its been years since we last did something like this... talking about alteast 8 years ago. I wasn't sure but Do they not allow BBQ's on beaches anymore.. even if its portable and we clean up after us???
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 23:10
Service charges depends on the area you are in the Ranches.. we in Saheel pay as much as 16K per year. I would believe that the other areas like Mirador, Alvorada, Hattan etc.. can be as much as 20K annually if not more. As for monthly billing for DEWA average for a small conservative family with a medium size lawn in 3500 per month. Service charges is based on a percentage of amount paid on the purchase of the house. (But i stand corrected on this)
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 22:50
There is a shop in Karama at the opposite end of teh fish market and across from Emirates Bank called JOZ Trading, they have a range of supplies like styling trollies, bowls for colour, capes, various brushes, hair clips etc.. However there is another bigger store in Deira but not sure of the details. If i do get the details of the other store I will sure post it for you.
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Latest post on 21 December 2011 - 22:50
There is a shop in Karama at the opposite end of teh fish market and across from Emirates Bank called JOZ Trading, they have a range of supplies like styling trollies, bowls for colour, capes, various brushes, hair clips etc.. However there is another bigger store in Deira but not sure of the details. If i do get the details of the other store I will sure post it for you.
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 16:22
Thanks ladies for your suggestions.. will look into it. Our church does their bit but not much involvement there for the kids either. Make across the Maria Christina Foundation that suports the kids in Dhaka but besides donations again there is no involvement. Hope I come across something worthy
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Latest post on 12 December 2011 - 15:35
BUMP
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Latest post on 10 December 2011 - 19:20
Nothing beats a tree from FALCON GALLERY... mine is going strong for 7 years and its bushy and absolutely lovely.
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Latest post on 10 December 2011 - 17:04
I was disappointed to find that Ikea has run out of the Christmas stars and the big White Lanters for candles that I delayed buying. I am hoping to find them in teh Abu Dhbai branch. Does any one have a number for the Ikea in Yas Island?
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Latest post on 19 November 2011 - 08:30
Today is the DESC fair at Academic City between 1pm - 5 pm Any other fair that you know about and has not been listed.. please add on to this list.
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Latest post on 17 November 2011 - 10:45
Just found him few houses down... Thank you for your concern and help!!
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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 22:34
I may be able to help with contacts.. send me the details of your requirement on expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com
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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 22:32
I've personally tried Kaya, Dermacare and Dermalogica besides Silkor. This is my pennies worth feedback on each... Kaya is good but don't like the idea of them trying to sell you a whole package which is in most cases not really necessary.. I've got reasonably god skin and was still advised peels and microdermabrasion. Besides nearly every time i got a new theraist and I didn't come out feeling really good.. rather felt uglier than i went in. Treatments costs 300+ Dermacare - The therapists are good.. advise the right products. Loved my microdermabrasion there and the vitamin c treatment. Also tried one peel there as was very satisfied.. I try adn go back as regaularly as I can afford it. Treatments cost 250 onwards depending on the treatments Dermalogica - Didnt like the treatment area which is in a crner of the store and is pretty noisy as its an open store. Besides I use a wide range of dermalogica products daily and hence dont feel its much of a treatment when i go there. Also hate the attitude of one of the therapist there. Silkor - Is good too. However, they are very pricey and no extra advice like at Dermacare. Therapsts treat you for what you there for and nothing extra. I find it too commercial. But this is just my opinion..
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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 22:19
Saw an advert in Ace Hardware today for real trees.. if I have it right I think they start at Aed 399
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Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 23:03
I believe the one on the 15th is for the Ranches ladies group held in the hall above. But there is yet another one that will be held on a larger scale on 9th December in the reception / lobby area.
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Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 23:02
Would recommend a visit to Susan Walpole and also Irony Home in Dubai mall.
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Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 23:01
Available in Hallmark stores too.. that's where we got ours from. Also Toy store in MOE has them.
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Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 23:00
I could add a few more to that list that is worthy of being banned... the gardeners here are useless and hardly gardeners.. Other than watering the plants and mowing the lawn theres not much else they do.
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Latest post on 09 November 2011 - 07:19
I needed curtains too for our new place and this is my feedback - I tried to contact Rafi but his phone seemed to have an international ring tone to it.. probably not in town. Jamal from Golden Scissors had a wierd tone to the phone.. did not even ring and no one answered the shop line. Shalini from Design Space - was super efficent even after work hours and very polite. Spoke excellent English and promptly sent me information on an email. Will be meeting her today... so will revert with more feedback on it. But seems very professional
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Latest post on 08 November 2011 - 22:34
Please email me at expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com
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Latest post on 08 November 2011 - 22:33
My new new Favourite is ELIE SAAB... similply divine!!!! Gucci VIP 212 is also fab (always gets me a compliment) Jean Paul Gautier is my all time favourite too TOM FORD - Black Orchid Narciso Rodriguez (for her) Fendi - Palazzo All great for the night as well as for the day but a bit heavy and these are not floral recommendations
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Latest post on 08 November 2011 - 22:25
How about Reiss they have great bags and fab quality one of my favorite brands. Also try FCUK and Ted Baker. Why not a shop around a big department store like Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and the likes... and buy a brand and style that suits your budget.
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Latest post on 08 November 2011 - 22:22
I've got a mix of clothes in good condition more of men, few women and children. If there is any use for them. They are free to go.
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Latest post on 03 November 2011 - 13:00
Thanks Ladies..
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 12:16
I've been there a couple of times in the previous years and YES they are good. Thanks for sharing!!
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 09:32
I would recommend Chi Spa at Motor City as a good alternative. Great service though the staff are a bit slow with their work and it will take longer than at TnT
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 09:11
Try Garden Centre or any of the garden speciality stores. Royal Gardenscape is having a sale.. they are on the Barsha road, located half way between Marina Furniture and the signal before MOE.
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 09:09
You can tailor a Sari blouse at Regal Stitch across from Lulu. They are really good and neat stitching. Will get your blouse within a week.
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 08:44
If you want a study table.. I've got one with storage going really cheap at 200. But you will have to arrange collection from the Ranches. If interested email me at expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com
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Latest post on 02 November 2011 - 08:27
Hi, We used Cape Reed for our big lappa about 4 years ago. They are very professional and deliver on time, as they promise. Bit expensive though but worth it. He even installed the Hunter outdoor fan for us. Hope this helps!
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 12:20
THANKS!!! Ladies for the prompt ladies.. what would we do without this forum?
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 12:00
Thanks Alison.. that was indeed very prompt! Appreciate it.
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 11:50
We are moving within the Ranches a very close move between the two homes.. We will need a moving company that is professional but reasonable to assist with it. Can you please recommend a company that you have used or know of. Thanks in advance for your kind assistance. Anne
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Latest post on 05 October 2011 - 11:42
A friend used them for a Christmas party and the food was great and the Chef was even greater!!!! He was just too cute and a great Christmas Eye Candy for us ladies. I would definitely recommend them
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 10:55
For just a song... provided you have a good voice ;-)) ;-)) It's going for as cheap as chips but you will have to arrange collection. Drop us a line.
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Latest post on 14 September 2011 - 10:44
Following an event we did last year.. we discovered that we still have a beautiful victorian style bath tub that was used for display and is just standing in our warehouse.. Its up for grabs if anyone is interested. Drop me a line at [email protected]
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Latest post on 21 July 2011 - 12:28
I'm in Al Reem 3.. where are you based?
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Latest post on 21 July 2011 - 11:40
I've got some supplies that I would like to get rid off if you are interested... Contain a whole lot of stuff like paper, album stickers etc.. let me know
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Latest post on 19 July 2011 - 21:26
Thanks for that. Do you know when next they will show it again.
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 11:03
OH Bless!!! That's really sweet. They are never too early.. it how much confidence we give them to help develop them as confident young adults.
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 10:35
There are quite a few of them in a batch but I wouldn't worry about that too much as they have enough of supervisors and activities for age specific. Like I said.. didnt see one unhappy face there. Alternatively if you are not too sure. Register them for just 3 days in a week for the first week .. see how it goes and then you can consider doing the full week if you child is up for it too and enjoys it.
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Latest post on 14 July 2011 - 10:23
I've got my 8 yo for just this week. And he was by himself with no friends.. I was concerned too but he had an absolute blast!!! Enjoyed all the activities. I stayed around for a bit to check out the workings. They have enough of young helpers around.. older students on summer jobs as well as a few older ladies. But all very switched on. The girls and boys are kept apart, atleast for the 6yo and above. THere were some young tots there and they were all happy not a soul looked stressed or unhappy there. There's loads of activities to keep them busy depending on their age group and ***. However, no new skills are taught to them. Its just a full day of sports activities. Make sure you pack enough for two snack breaks. Hope this helps!
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Latest post on 11 July 2011 - 17:16
Not sure about the salon in the community centre. But I go to Caractere in Motor city and have been extremely pleased. If I can add for Nails the next closest option for Tips and Toes that are always buys is CHI NAIL SPA also at Motor city at the end of the road further down from Spinneys (heading towards Abu Dhabi) on the opposite side of the road the last building on your right.
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Latest post on 08 July 2011 - 10:22
Send me an email at expatmomdxb at yahoo dot com. Will send you all details.
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Latest post on 06 July 2011 - 20:29
After alot of research and very good reviews I've just enrolled for a weekend class at Gulf Photo Plus. They run regular workshops and are extremely professional. Check out their website and schedule of classes on http://www.gulfphotoplus.com/index.php
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Latest post on 06 July 2011 - 20:23
From previous threads and through the grape vine I've also heard of Dr. Jaffer Khan.. though I personally do not know anyone who has done so.
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Latest post on 06 July 2011 - 20:18
Love love love Phuket and our fav place is the Laguna. All the hotels there have great facilities, load of activities and its away from the busy centre of the city. You can always get a shuttle to Patong from any hotel that you stay at. I've got time share at the Laguna beach resort that I can gladly rent to you at a much better price offered to you from the hotel. Let me know if you decide with it and if this option is something you will consider.
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 08:33
Please reconsider your choice of tyres and do not compromise on the quality and brand. There's no real point then to have the high insurance premium with bad tyres. Even though several people have read and heard this all too often, they fail to recognize the fact that tires are the single link connecting their vehicles to the road, and hence proper care and attention should be directed towards selection of the right tire that has a good balancing capability and is sturdy enough on even the roughest road conditions. Thus if you are one of those people who try to save money by settling for a cheap and unbranded tire which is not entirely reliable and tested for its durability, then think again. It would be more sensible to buy tires from a reliable brand like Goodyear, in an affordable manner with the help of Goodyear tires coupons. Even the best quality engine, sophisticated chassis, superior build and make of your vehicle will be worthless if it does not have reliable and trustworthy tires and wheels. Ensuring that you have good quality tires would not only make every ride safer, but also offer your vehicle an enhance fuel economy and mileage. Also, you would be contributing to the cause of responsible and safe driving by avoiding breakdowns or accidents caused by misalignment of tires. Tires, because of the vital role they play in controlling your car -- a several thousand pound monster traveling at high speeds, need to be the best quality you can afford if you value the lives and safety of yourself and your passengers.
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Latest post on 30 June 2011 - 08:20
I had my ford escape tyres done at the 4x4 service centre and they were about 200 each - i just went for the cheapest option though, whatever that was. :) call them and ask hey? i've now stopped going and go to AAA in Umm Ramool instead, they may well be able to do you a good dea too. edited by denshort on 29/06/2011 it may seem like a good deal. But with the temperatures here and if its not a good quality tyre like a Michelin, Bridgestone, Good year and the likes then you are risking your life. Tyres are really important and with the heat here it can burst easy. I would never compromise on tyres. FYI - My colleague changed his Ford Escape tyres at the garage just before the service centre of Ford for AED 3100 for all four tyres.
 
 
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