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Latest post on 18 February 2013 - 09:38
Interesting discussion... As soon as my front-loader goes, I am getting a top-loader.
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Latest post on 18 February 2013 - 09:30
A maid will never supervise a child the same way a parent would. I have a maid but I would never let her take my son to the park without me .. I think that depends on the mother and the maid. Some maids are super observant and some mothers are always on their phones!!
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Latest post on 18 February 2013 - 09:05
That's just the way things go. You get good and bad people in all sectors of life...
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Latest post on 18 February 2013 - 09:03
I think a plan like this would reshape the whole of the UAE. Ironically, the people who complain about the UAE not having a minimum wage would be the first to leave if it did because they would not be able to afford to keep up their expat lifestyles...
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 21:16
Great, thank you, Lulee. I don't know why I never saw this before. I will buy it soon.
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 21:14
IKEA?
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 21:04
I buy the Ariel 9kg in the green bag. It does have both top and front machine pic on bag. I don't think I have ever seen Ariel coming in 9 kg, but if you say so, I believe it. Which supermarket sells that?
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 15:41
My DD is slumming it in a "good" school, where they have great facillities, teachers, headmaster (although he is leaving his replacement has been hired internally so hopefully the ethos of the school will carry on) and her class size is about 14 (less than her London Prep school). 14? That's great! What school is that?
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 15:34
Been on several, bad reactions to all of them! Have you considered mirena IUS or the newer, lower-hormone skyla? Diane-35 has been recalled/banned in Europe and the US, I think due to side effects including stroke/blood clots I am pretty sure that Diane 35 was never even allowed in the USA.
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 15:32
It's mad isn't it! I have a 7 month old and am wondering if I should be exploring options for her. I'm going to look at IB schools though, I'm really not keen on the British system and unfortunately the Australian schools are too inaccessible. I saw a thread from someone earlier today asking about Jumeirah Baccalaureate School but it seems yo have vanished... Anyone have any experience of them? Hi! That thread is on the Nurseries and Schools forum.
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Latest post on 17 February 2013 - 15:28
Hmmm, which schools have websites with lots of spelling mistakes?
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Latest post on 16 February 2013 - 21:04
It's not to do with income tax, it's to do with labour law, sponsorship, and free-lancing. It is illegal here for teachers to tutor pupils and be paid by the parents over and above the salary the school pays them. Just like it is illegal for a maid who lives in her sponsor's house to work "part-time" for anyone else for money. It seems the authorities are stopping turning a blind eye to these things. edited by Vdella on 16/02/2013 It seems that the authorities are cracking down on anyone who is working for anyone other than the sponsor...
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Latest post on 16 February 2013 - 21:03
I find tutoring here means that an adult will help a child study and do homework whereas in my country (the USA), tutors are used for subjects in which the child is struggling.
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Latest post on 16 February 2013 - 20:36
You need a break, Amy. Put your feet up and let your DH do some housework for a change.
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Latest post on 16 February 2013 - 20:35
We all have days like this, Amy. Motherhood can be boring.
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Latest post on 16 February 2013 - 20:07
What happened, Amy?
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Latest post on 16 February 2013 - 08:45
Yes, I can say that I never drink with my children in my care. And, when my mother was here I did not leave them alone with her when she'd had a drink as they can be a handful. I was, however, raised by her, and she had a few drinks every night, and I was never in danger in her care. I agree, it has to do with the ratio and the relationship. I also can't understand how it is so hard to not have a drink for a few days? I understand it may be annoying and their stressed working 24 hours, but it's not the end of the world. It's like the meltdown/freak out posts every time UAE has a dry night. I love chocolate, but if they said not chocolate for a week while you're doing a work thing, I'd survive. That is my view. I also agree with both of you. And it is possible to have a good time or enjoy a nice dinner without being slightly tipsy.
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Latest post on 15 February 2013 - 17:42
I don't know exactly but I'd say about 80 kilos...
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Latest post on 15 February 2013 - 17:19
Hi! I know someone here who had surgery a few months ago here in Dubai. The results of the surgery have been excellent, although recovery was tough at first. This person was morbidly obese and has now lost 40 kilograms. Let me know if you are interested to know the name of the doctor and I will find out for you.
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Latest post on 15 February 2013 - 13:23
To answer the OP, I don't think that it is ok at all.
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 20:13
did you really think I was going to try to make them at home? :-) No I didn't, but if you come on over next week I will make you a batch;) :-)
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 20:03
Me three.
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 18:08
anondubai, which nursery is this please? I am looking for a nursery what does daily or hourly rates in the springs, or jlt. thanks Crystal Valley Nursery in Mizhar, which is nowhere near you...
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 17:58
Thank you for that, CMM, but did you really think I was going to try to make them at home? :-) I have been to three different Spinney's' and I cannot find them!
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 17:15
Hi! Has anyone seen these anywhere? Thanks.
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 09:54
This is the question that's asked so many times. We read so many stories of children being killed, raped, or injured by their mother's significant other. WHERE IS THE MOTHER AND WHY DOES SHE NOT CARE???????
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Latest post on 14 February 2013 - 09:47
It sounds like some people got some nice stuff.
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 20:08
How about taking Brussels Airlines from Abu Dhabi to Brussels?
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 20:04
My comment is that I'm sure your children will be much happier at Wellington.
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 10:39
It's important to develop a thick skin for this forum and for life in general. Rude people are everywhere!
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Latest post on 13 February 2013 - 10:21
If everyone was all roses and compliments on this forum, it would not survive. The debates, controversy, and banter are what keeps it going. And let's be honest, it makes it for a very interesting and entertaining read. If ladies can't handle that and are too sensitive, then it's not the right forum for them. Yep. Agree Me too!
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 17:36
This thread makes me laugh because the doctor has the same name as that couple who crashed a White House event a few years ago.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 16:33
Anon I think they've always had KG1. Thank you. I must have put it in my mind a few years back as Pre-k so that is why I thought they didn't start school officially until the age of 5.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 16:12
I have a running shopping list to avoid situations like this. Put up a post-it note inside a kitchen cupboard and keep a pen inside it and write stuff down as soon as you run out or are low. I also want to say that I generally find cough syrup useless.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 16:09
Anyway, back to the original question. What is an Indian night? I know that the Arabian Center in Mizhar often hosts Bollywood stars on Friday evenings.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 16:07
I am actually referring to the 10 kg bag sold at the Union Co-Op. It is their brand. I am just so sick of buying laundry detergent that I want to buy a 10 kg bag!
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 16:03
Encore, you've posted one of my greatest fears. We're American as well. Wondering if anyone can confirm for me when I should be attempting to get my nearly 3 year old on the list to enroll for kindergarten for the Fall of 2014. Would like to get him into one of the American schools in al Barsha or Collegiate American School presumably as we're living in TECOM. That would depend where you're looking. ASD follows the true American way of enforcing that a child is 5 before starting kindergarten. Collegiate American does Pre-K, which starts at a much younger age than kindergarten. You should contact each school individually. ASD cut off date for KG1 is 4 before Sept 1. Yes, you are right. I just verified on their website. Is KG 1 new at ASD?
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 15:47
Hi! When my maids are sick with everyday illnesses, I just give them the same medicine that we use. I pay for it. Fortunately, my maids have not had any serious health issues except a tooth extraction that required antibiotics. We paid for that.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 14:57
I stand corrected. :-) <em>edited by AnonDubai on 12/02/2013</em>
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 13:59
I think desi means Pakistani. Right?
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 13:57
Do you have a friend that would be willing to help out?
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 13:44
Encore, you've posted one of my greatest fears. We're American as well. Wondering if anyone can confirm for me when I should be attempting to get my nearly 3 year old on the list to enroll for kindergarten for the Fall of 2014. Would like to get him into one of the American schools in al Barsha or Collegiate American School presumably as we're living in TECOM. That would depend where you're looking. ASD follows the true American way of enforcing that a child is 5 before starting kindergarten. Collegiate American does Pre-K, which starts at a much younger age than kindergarten. You should contact each school individually.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 13:38
Have you really tried all of the American curriculum schools? If there really is no chance, try an IB school. If that fails, try a British one. I am American and my children go to a British curriculum school. It's not the end of the world and they are basically learning the same concepts and my children do not have British accents and they use American words so don't worry about that. Many of the British and American schools here have a diverse faculty and student body.
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 11:42
60 days after her official entry stamp
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 10:57
It's only donkey meat, but I don't know why. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 12/02/2013</em>
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 10:44
I am more concerned about the drugs the horses have had in their lifetime, are they halal? and the latest news that they may have been donkeys and not horses after all. This will have the donkey rights activists chewing their bit alright. Oh really? Interesting. Doesn't Islam forbid the consumption of donkey meat?
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Latest post on 12 February 2013 - 10:02
Wish we did get a week :( Was more painful going back today after just a few days than it was going back after Christmas! 'half term' went faaaaar too quickly! Oh really? I have to say I was happy that it was only a short break. It feels like we just had the Christmas break, and before we know it, they'll be off again for two weeks!
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Latest post on 11 February 2013 - 20:04
There is no waiting list here. They are just telling you that they may not be able to give you your preference in terms of timing. I think your riding school is fed up with no shows and flaky people...
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Latest post on 11 February 2013 - 17:00
As Louise wrote, maybe JBR is not the best place for you to live if you don't have a car and need to rely on public transport.
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Latest post on 11 February 2013 - 16:51
Hi Michelle! I know nothing about JBR so I just wanted someone on here to confirm that there is indeed a metro station with easy access to there.
 
 
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