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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 12:22
Do you know where the Bin Sougat Center is?
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Latest post on 10 September 2013 - 09:53
I don't live there but I have seen it a few times and I think it looks really nice. My only issue there would be the airplane noise...
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Latest post on 09 September 2013 - 12:04
If I were you, I'd exchange it and just tell him honestly. But then don't expect him to buy you something really nice again...
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Latest post on 09 September 2013 - 11:43
I pay by credit card but my children go to a GEMS school. They even have their own credit card so they encourage it...
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Latest post on 08 September 2013 - 18:37
I find it so confusing, all these shifting user names! And who were you?
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Latest post on 08 September 2013 - 18:28
I haven't seen her on here in ages. Maybe she moved back to the UK...
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Latest post on 08 September 2013 - 11:45
I would go with quartz. I have a Corian countertop and there are so many stains on it. While we are on the subject, does anyone know how to get stains out of a Corian countertop?
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Latest post on 06 September 2013 - 11:00
Most of the posters on here who have gone back to the UK have not regretted it at all.
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Latest post on 06 September 2013 - 07:59
Aren't you an Australianeeya, Amy?
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Latest post on 06 September 2013 - 07:35
I know someone from Ajman is called an Ajmanee or Ajmaneeya. The same would be said for Umm Al Quwain. So I am just wondering how you do it in Arabic if the emirate ends in a vowel. Could it be Dubaiwee?
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Latest post on 06 September 2013 - 07:28
Personally, no, but that is only me. My DH really wanted to go to the USA in December and I was planning to but then I found out that I am due in February so I changed my mind and I am not going, only for that reason. I just don't want to do a long-haul flight in my third trimester, even though I'm sure I'd be fine. But you know yourself best and if you think you can, then why not? <em>edited by AnonDubai on 06/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 06 September 2013 - 07:09
What is it in Arabic? Does anyone know?
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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 20:31
EW is a very informative board and I think that it has helped so many people over the years. There are some unkind posters, but I don't think that there are more on here than in everyday life... And the EW bonus is that little 'X' button on the top right of the person youre rolling your eyes at. I've yet to find one of those with real life b!tches :D sorry, dragons :D (Hope you've been well, Anon. I noticed you disappeared for a whole. Captain America also went quiet. We lost IsShe too...) Yes, Amy, I've been fine. I didn't actually disappear. I just went on vacation for a few weeks so I was not online. But now I am back in full force...
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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 19:57
EW is a very informative board and I think that it has helped so many people over the years. There are some unkind posters, but I don't think that there are more on here than in everyday life...
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Latest post on 05 September 2013 - 19:56
IMO, if you notice that your maid is constantly on the phone, then she is up to no good and if you don't act, something bad will happen...
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 21:02
Are you going to apply for one?
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 18:49
Are you sure that she didn't take the flight?
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 17:18
I was really surprised how efficient the Massachusetts RMV was. My license arrived in the mail a few weeks later. I would think that eventually I'll need a new photo though. I can't look 25 forever!
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 16:33
Good riddance!
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 16:31
I did it online with no issues and I did not need to redo the photo but that was for the state of Massachusetts. I know that the state of Connecticut, for example, doesn't even allow online renewals! Why don't you just try to do it online and see if you can get through? Your Mom may be wrong. And if you have any questions, see if your mother can call them so you don't have to pay for the phone call with those ignorant people.
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 16:27
AnonDubai - he actually starts a new job this week with a different company so no need for Malaysia. It's a decision I never thought he would make ( and really surprised me as right up till decision day he was leaning towards KL) and he does seem to be trying at the minute. Whether it's too late, I'm not sure. I will see how next few months go before making any further decisions. Financially it's a bit of improvement as well. Thanks for asking and thanks for all the advice from everyone. Hi Feefmick! I am happy to read that things are going better and that your husband is making an effort. Maybe he realized that he'd risk losing his family if he made that move.I am also happy that you didn't have to move your daughters from somewhere where they were happy.
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Latest post on 04 September 2013 - 13:54
Hi Feefmick! Did your husband end up moving to Malaysia?
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Latest post on 01 September 2013 - 09:01
I use Al Ansari Exchange to send money monthly. It is safe and the recipient always receives money in their bank account within 2-3 days. Not much, maybe Dhs 45/ transfer. Western Union is another secure alternative. Hi Apricot! Are you sure that it only costs 45 dirhams? I have been to Al Ansari Exchange and they told me that Deutsch Bank also takes around 45 dirhams as a charge. Have you noticed that?
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Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 18:27
I know someone close to me who was diagnosed with a septated uterus. She was devastated. However, a few months later, there was no sign of a septated uterus and she is set to deliver her baby in October. I am not saying that the same thing will happen to you but that is my experience with this condition.
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Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 18:12
Has anyone found out the gender yet? I am really excited to find out but I am only 14 weeks so maybe it's a bit too early....
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Latest post on 31 August 2013 - 09:05
Look for The Social Butterfly Dubai on Facebook.
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Latest post on 30 August 2013 - 20:33
I send money to a US bank account monthly through UAE Exchange. It is hassle free but quite pricey at 90 dirhams per transaction and there are never any discounts.
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Latest post on 30 August 2013 - 17:28
I used to love that place, and then they closed. I was wondering what had happened to them. Their place stayed vacant in Uptown Mirdif for a long time. Their cake slices were huge. I had never seen such big slices before...
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Latest post on 29 August 2013 - 00:46
We have this card and could have used it to pay the school fees in full by their deadline this year but we were only given a 60,000 dirham limit so we could not use it. It is useless for us this year but we hope to make use of it next year. Can you not just ask them to increase your limit, so that you can pay the fees? We already did but they said we'd have to wait 6 months. It's too late now anyway. The deadline was July 10th!
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Latest post on 28 August 2013 - 21:59
We have this card and could have used it to pay the school fees in full by their deadline this year but we were only given a 60,000 dirham limit so we could not use it. It is useless for us this year but we hope to make use of it next year.
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Latest post on 28 August 2013 - 11:28
You probably should join a church to make some friends. But as Sakhifa said, be prepared to meet and be friends with people very different from yourself.
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Latest post on 28 August 2013 - 11:26
I cannot imagine ever lending that kind of money to anyone.
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Latest post on 08 August 2013 - 20:27
Hi! Don't take it personally! I do find that there are more flaky (unable to commit, perpetually late, not able to follow directions) people here than what I was used to back home... However, there are also lots of great people here. It seems like you stumbled upon someone very unreliable, and she is probably like that with everyone. You will always come across a few bad eggs. Just leave it at that and focus on the people that you think are worthy of your time...
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Latest post on 06 August 2013 - 21:26
I think exapts are more excited than Muslims LOL I am an expat and a Muslim and I want to know!!
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Latest post on 06 August 2013 - 15:05
Also, is your maid live-in or live-out? If she is live-in, do you find it weird having another woman around when there is not even a child yet?
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Latest post on 06 August 2013 - 10:08
You can pay again with credit cards at Emarat petrol stations!! And at EPPCO and ENOC
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Latest post on 04 August 2013 - 17:27
I have a Mothercare Spin, which I think is supposed to be similar to the Quinny. It was ok for the first year but it is big and so confusing to put into the sitting position. My DS is now 1 and I got the Mothercare Jive. 275 dirhams, lightweight, small, and perfect for my son now...
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Latest post on 04 August 2013 - 17:05
I am a jealous person and so is he, and plus nothing ever good comes out of having dinner alone with the friend.. why would you have dinner or lunch, alone with a male friend or a female friend.. it just doesnt seem right to me. and i would go ballistic if i found out he was having lunch with a female friend.. even at work why sit alone with a girl what could you possibly talk about.. Yeah, what could two people working in the same industry for the same company possibly have in common? Plenty of men and women share various common interests without *** being on the agenda. I dont care much for your sarcasm. He's my husband and we have that understanding. If he needs to talk to her regarding work there are meeting rooms for that or her office. Not lunch or dinner just like how he won't accept it for me. What you agree with is your opinion not mine. Where I come from this is not the norm. And we are perfectly fine with this arrangement our relationship is much more important to argue about silly things. Again my opinion and your sarcasm is not appreciated edited by Singarosa on 04/08/2013 Yes, I agree with you, Singarosa.
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Latest post on 04 August 2013 - 10:20
Anouja, your baby will be born within a few weeks of your due date. You have about 7 weeks to go.
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Latest post on 03 August 2013 - 08:19
Hi Bongo! It got moved to the Maids forum.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 18:06
Thanks.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 16:30
Oh wow, I didn't realise live out was not allowed. Our maids room is currently used as storage and am not overly keen at the moment on having a live in. However, nor am I keen on doing anything illegal! It really is a maid minefield that doesn't ever seem to be very clear:-) Thank you Honestly, I think many people would love to not have a live-in maid and just have someone come when it suits them but we have to respect the rules of the country that we live in. You do get used to having a live-in after a while....
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 15:53
It is illegal...Anyone working for and living with you must be sponsored by you. However, many people do it and choose to take the risk. That is up to you. I believe the fine is 50,000 dirhams nowadays if she gets caught. If she'd work for you for 5 years and got caught after those 5 years, that fine may work out cheaper than if you had actually sponsored her yourself. Personally, I would not do it. It may be more financially viable but you are taking a big risk by allowing someone like that into your home. Live-out maids are not allowed, even though people do it... Really are live out maids not allowed? I guess then only if hired by an agency? No one on here has ever shown evidence that having a live-out maid is legal. Someone on here made an interesting point a while back. They said that if it were legal, then why does immigration ask how big your place is when you sponsor a maid? I know that people do it but they are taking a risk. I do admit it is a minute risk, though. It would be like drinking and driving here. What are the chances that you'll get into an accident after drinking one beer? They are very small, but if you do, all h e l l breaks loose and most people will say I told you so.
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 15:46
It is illegal...Anyone working for and living with you must be sponsored by you. However, many people do it and choose to take the risk. That is up to you. I believe the fine is 50,000 dirhams nowadays if she gets caught. If she'd work for you for 5 years and got caught after those 5 years, that fine may work out cheaper than if you had actually sponsored her yourself. Personally, I would not do it. It may be more financially viable but you are taking a big risk by allowing someone like that into your home. Live-out maids are not allowed, even though people do it...
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 13:49
Thanks for your response. I definitely used the right calculator. It was just a scan done in the doctor's office. Are those less accurate?
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 12:51
Hi Kiwispiers. Could I just ask you a question? I am currently pregnant and know which day I conceived. I am still in the first trimester and I had a scan and it showed my due date to be 10 days behind what the Internet's due date is telling me. I am worried that there is such a discrepancy in the first trimester. Is this normal?
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Latest post on 02 August 2013 - 10:10
Most likely this year's Ramadan will have 29 days, not 30. For the last two years, Ramadan was 30 days and I don't think it's ever happened that there were 3 consecutive years of 30 days. Ramadan 2011 was only 29 days...
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Latest post on 01 August 2013 - 14:03
Most likely this year's Ramadan will have 29 days, not 30. For the last two years, Ramadan was 30 days and I don't think it's ever happened that there were 3 consecutive years of 30 days. I hope that it is 30 days. Us too
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Latest post on 01 August 2013 - 08:31
From the first day of your last period
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Latest post on 01 August 2013 - 08:21
So, public sector still shuts down starting Wednesday, right? http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/government/eid-al-fitr-holiday-announced-for-private-sector-workers-in-uae-1.1215253 Yes, holidays for the public sector start on the 29th day of Ramadan...
 
 
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