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Latest post on 19 February 2014 - 18:09
I got mine from Lakeland in MCC. Ditto
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Latest post on 18 February 2014 - 13:08
I would not want to share my tweezers nor my hair elastics with anyone. Have you given her her own set of these things?
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 21:17
I'm sure they feel nice but they are definitely not necessary. I've certainly never had a post-natal massage and neither have my babies. Are you Indian by any chance?
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Latest post on 17 February 2014 - 21:16
That is just horrible and very shocking and worrying. I know that you moved in not too long ago. Please keep us updated on the outcome of your situation.
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Latest post on 16 February 2014 - 13:18
sounds to me like this is probably a local school (as in Arab curriculum)... Definitely, I ve seen local school classes at Mc Donalds too. A friend that works in Muscat, said they drive kids in school buses to Mc Donalds every day... Interesting....
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Latest post on 16 February 2014 - 12:41
HOCC at the Dragon Mart
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Latest post on 14 February 2014 - 19:20
What happened exactly? Could it have been because of the rain yesterday?
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Latest post on 14 February 2014 - 10:22
Mine call me Mama.
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Latest post on 14 February 2014 - 09:49
There is a new school in Mirdif. You might want to check it out since you are Canadian. It is called the Ontario Canadian International School. I don't know anything about it and it is nowhere near Repton so I know that this is not what you are looking for but I just thought I'd let you know.
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Latest post on 13 February 2014 - 12:05
You can buy big bags of "sweet sand" at the plant souk...
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Latest post on 12 February 2014 - 16:49
Thank you for your response. When I say refuse, I basically mean that he might constantly take off the shoes. He is too young to understand what he is doing. Maybe I should just wait until he starts school because he'd have to be wearing shoes anyway. He seems to prefer walking around barefoot and he does not go out much. I guess I'll bring him back to the physical therapist and see his opinion. I know that I should do the best for my son and help him to walk straight.
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Latest post on 12 February 2014 - 10:14
Neither. When I took my two year-old to the children's area at Wild Wadi, she felt totally overwhelmed and just wanted to sit and splash in the water. She really enjoyed it when she was 3, though! If you are going for yourself, then I would recommend leaving your child at home. If you are going solely for his/her pleasure, then I would recommend that you skip it and take her to a pool instead...
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Latest post on 12 February 2014 - 10:05
Shoe Mart
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Latest post on 12 February 2014 - 08:57
Misfit, I wouldn't come on here looking for maid advice. Everyone runs their home differently and many women here would offer you differing opinions... You had a spat with your maid, which is normal. You will need to resolve it on your own with the help of your husband...
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Latest post on 11 February 2014 - 13:31
I'm still pregnant! Has anyone else delivered already?
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Latest post on 11 February 2014 - 09:50
I have to agree with Daza. Her post is 100% correct! I think first-time mothers tend to worry about these things too much. I know I did. I am guessing that you are a first-time mother, OP!
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Latest post on 11 February 2014 - 09:39
Thank you. I am specifically looking for the Elsa doll and the figurine set.
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 18:35
Thank you. I haven't been able to find it.
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Latest post on 10 February 2014 - 11:35
Yes, I have, but with Shop n Ship, the price comes out the same. I would prefer to purchase in this country. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 10/02/2014</em>
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 20:47
This is very sad news.
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 20:27
Oh. I get it. Is she leaving Dubai?
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 20:08
What was her previous user name?
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 18:21
Have you tried the supermarkets?
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 18:20
It is really ladies only. There are no men there. You can walk around in a string bikini if you want. Some women do! Yes, it is really nice to swim in if you like salt water. But in my opinion, the water is too cold right now.
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Latest post on 09 February 2014 - 16:21
I purchased PBK furniture for my girls and in hindsight, I regret it. I just did my son's bedroom and I furnished his whole bedroom for the price I paid for one bed at PBK! That was from Homes r Us. PBK is just so expensive! However, I have a strong dislike for IKEA because of their poor customer service. How about trying Homes r Us or the Home Center?
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Latest post on 06 February 2014 - 11:37
Has this actually been made a rule or is it 7 days ? It is definitely a rule and the signs are posted when you enter the Jumeirah Beach Park on the Ladies Days. The guard also looks inside your car... Male guards looking inside females cars.......would love to see some of the responses. Well, he actually just asks you to put your window down and declare that there are no boys inside.
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Latest post on 06 February 2014 - 11:34
Has this actually been made a rule or is it 7 days ? It is definitely a rule and the signs are posted when you enter the Jumeirah Beach Park on the Ladies Days. The guard also looks inside your car...
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Latest post on 06 February 2014 - 11:24
As a mother of young sons and daughters, I find that banning boys from the age of 4 is extreme. Only a few more years and my eldest son will not be able to come to the beach with us. I will just spare him the disappointment and only go on non-ladies days....
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Latest post on 06 February 2014 - 11:17
You don't need to do anything. When she does her medical, she will be issued a health card number. You can just use that health card number if she ever goes to one of the government hospitals or clinics. However, in my experience, the government health system is not very efficient and quite costly. You're better off using private care, which the health card does not cover anyway.
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Latest post on 05 February 2014 - 19:45
Did you check Babies r Us?
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Latest post on 05 February 2014 - 18:31
This is a serious article, but I can't help but laugh. If a cheating husband hides the knives, couldn't the wife just find something else to hurt him? For example, putting Drano in his tea would make him suffer greatly. Should cheating husbands hide all the cleaning products too?
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Latest post on 05 February 2014 - 18:24
Lycée français will have school Saturday 15 th March to make up for lost day thursday *Like* This seems like the logical thing to do. If schools need to close, then the day should be made up. Where I come from, there are a lot of school days canceled due to the snow. In fact, today is one! Every one of those missed days will be made up at the end of the school year. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 05/02/2014</em>
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Latest post on 05 February 2014 - 09:34
A lot of these people on their own visas are involved in crime rings. I'd be hesitant to allow one of these people into my home...
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Latest post on 05 February 2014 - 09:31
presumably the majority of people are here because it makes sense for them to be here Speaking off the record, the bursar at our son's school is candid about the number of parents who have to pay their fees in instalments because it's simply not possible for them to come up with the full term's fees in advance. The school accepts this, although it doesn't advertise that it does, and the bursar says you'll find the same in many other schools, although probably not those belonging to a certain "shiny and expensive" educational group. . The 'shiny and expensive' educational group also accepts installments to pay for school fees and just as the others doesn't advertise it! Yes, for the record, GEMS accepts monthly payments...
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 20:06
Couldn't the schools give an exemption on that day to those who truly cannot get there?
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 19:20
I don't live that close to my children's school either, 15 km away actually. I just don't think that schools should be closed if they are not near the closed roads. I know that this sounds harsh but if you can't get to school that day, tough, and I also apply that to myself...
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 18:31
It would be ridiculous for all schools to close on Thursday. In my opinion, only the schools directly affected by the road closures would be justified to close...
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 18:30
Hi Gusncoley! I have no advice but I just wanted to say that I will be thinking about you and your son. Please update all of us as soon as you can. I also wanted to say that oftentimes doctors look for the worst case scenario just to clear themselves... One time, I was told that my daughter could have cystic fibrosis and I was a nervous wreck until the results came back negative. As a parent, the number one stress is dealing with our children's health problems. Good luck to your son tomorrow and sending you a big cyber hug!
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 11:07
House allowance, no house allowance. In the end of the day what's matter is what you have left in your pocket at the end of the month... Yes, that is true, and this country is not known for its affordable living costs...
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Latest post on 04 February 2014 - 09:13
Bumping for myself
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 16:17
I also read this and thought what a kind stranger. He just wanted to help someone in need without receiving any attention for it.
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 13:45
Funnily enough, DH and I are having yellow fever jabs tomorrow at our local health centre in our home village in Scotland! We are off on a tour of 4 African countries to celebrate DH's 65th birthday! We just called and made an appointment and they had the jabs in stock! That's good to know!
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 13:37
What is so sad and scary was that he had gone back to heroin after being clean for 23 years! That is a long time to be clean and shows how strong a heroin addiction can be...
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Latest post on 03 February 2014 - 10:03
Thank you! I'm 38 weeks now and hoping that the baby will come soon. I am totally ready for his arrival!
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Latest post on 01 February 2014 - 11:59
My kids swim with Absolute Swimming. I find their times great for fitting into the kids busy schedule. Would definitely recommend calling to find out about the lessons and they may be able to help you out with private lessons depending on instructor availability. Hope this helps :) Just called to find out about private lessons for you and it's 180 for a home visit. edited by Fitnesschick on 01/02/2014 180 dirhams? That's it?
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Latest post on 01 February 2014 - 11:34
The government is not going to enforce this rule. They are just reiterating that it is a child's right to be breastfed. It was part of the legislation against child abuse. All you women who "don't produce enough milk", don't get your knickers in a twist. You will not be arrested. About pregnancy food guidelines, I have been told that much of the stuff they tell pregnant women in some Western countries not to eat is eaten by pregnant women in other countries. For example, pregnant French women eat Camembert and pregnant Japanese women eat sushi....
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Latest post on 31 January 2014 - 16:05
We swim with Absolute swimming in their pool in Barsha but our friend has home lessons with them. Give them a ring, 050 556 0890 and I'm sure they may be able to help you. From what I understand though, they have to do after school activities first before other lessons, if you were looking for an early start, maybe it's best to go with a freelance instructor rather than through a company? I would if I could find someone. What is the going rate for a private instructor?
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Latest post on 31 January 2014 - 16:03
Rude and judgmental people are everywhere. It was definitely impolite but don't be so sensitive. She must have an inferiority complex to say something like that...
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Latest post on 31 January 2014 - 15:28
Why have private when the cost are so much. The children enjoy and learn faster with interaction of others I do agree with you but the timings and driving is so inconvenient that it would be nice to have a lesson at home. I am happy with Hamilton Aquatics but they don't start their lessons until 3:45, which I find really late considering that school finishes at 2:30.
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Latest post on 31 January 2014 - 13:28
I would also be interested to know.
 
 
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