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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 08:57
It's so hard to be green and vegetarian in this country. On the subject of local production, have you seen any fruits? :( The only locally produced fruit that I know of is small, bright green, and round. It is crunchy like an apple. Does anyone know what this is called? Anon, it's called a jujube. You can get locally produced watermelon from pick-up trucks parked off the side of the road if you drive to Fujeirah/Hatta/ Ras al Khaimah. Dates are the other local fruit, as well as strawberries from Mirak farms. Locally grown bananas dot the northern coastal highways, but never seen them for sale in supermarkets. So there is a fair amount of locally produced fruits and vegetables. I've learned a new thing today. Even my DH could not tell me the name of that fruit. Jujubes are quite good. They're worth a try for people who've never had them before.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 08:48
I am also from the USA and in the beginning, I felt it strange to have someone around all the time. Now I am so used to it that I prefer having a maid around at all times...:)
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 08:44
Mister Baker sells the figurines especially for cakes.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 08:42
No, not at all, so much so that I'm thinking of forgoing this year's summer vacation. I have so much housework to do when I'm home that I don't have to do here because I have a maid. And then it is so hot in the dead of summer and there are no air conditioners and I feel like I just can't escape the heat. If I go home this summer, it will be only for the sake of my children as I really would prefer to stay here.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 11:24
It's so hard to be green and vegetarian in this country. On the subject of local production, have you seen any fruits? :( The only locally produced fruit that I know of is small, bright green, and round. It is crunchy like an apple. Does anyone know what this is called? Also, dates could be considered locally produced.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 10:56
In my home country (the USA), you tend to be able to find most fruits and vegetables whether they are in season or not. The price reflects the travel distance. I used to live in Japan and found the produce selection horrible there. I was told that it is this way because they sell mainly Japanese produce in order to support Japanese farmers. I am happy to live in a country with a huge variety of produce available at all times. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 28/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 10:46
Is it really that much different from our home countries? Do any of you come from a country where most of the produce you eat has not traveled several hours?
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 17:15
The Iranian Hospital is good but it is always so busy in there!
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 16:56
your Dr maybe? Or do they only treat Madams? The majority of expats here, have insurance. So we don't pay the ridiculous visit charges of 4 or 500dhs! There is no reason why she should have to pay that when she can take her to a hospital or government clinic and pay 50dhs! It costs 150 dirhams to see a GP at a government clinic - not much cheaper than going to many of the private hospitals here. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 27/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 16:33
Why don't you do a search on the Maids forum about this? I'm pretty sure there is info on this. They definitely need to pass a medical exam before coming here and it is done at government-sanctioned clinics there.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 16:19
What part of Dubai do you live in? Why don't you take her to the closest ER? Any doctor would do there. edited by AnonDubai on 27/02/2012 <em>edited by AnonDubai on 27/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 15:13
I think she's in a horrible position and blameless. I'm sure she's as horrified as the rest of us, but she can't exactly go against her husband. If I were here, for the sake of her children, I'd never dare set foot in Syria again. She is safer in the UK obviously.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 13:14
The best ones I have ever had were ones I bought at Walmart in the USA. They are totally no nonsense but so comfortable which is why I continue to wear them even though I'm not breastfeeding anymore! If any of you can ever get to Walmart, buy a few nursing bras there.
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Latest post on 27 February 2012 - 10:15
Papa Johns...seriously too good... Agreed
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 17:22
I have been to many Mums and Tots gatherings but that is definitely socially less awkward because every mother there has at least one thing in common. Also, if no one talks to you, you can just talk to your child so it doesn't seem as lonely. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 26/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 17:19
So who on here goes to coffee mornings regularly?
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 17:08
I have never been to a coffee morning, but I think if I ever did, I would try to start up conversations with people rather than expecting them to talk to me. It could be that most of the women there are also newbies! After all, I can't imagine that an expat who has lived here for a few years would be going to coffee mornings to make friends.
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 19:45
Hi SM! I have done two maid's medicals in the past year and neither time was my DH's signature required.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 18:05
LOL !!! sorry but much as playing bingo with little ones IS a fab idea i meant it more in the sense of BINGO !! we have our T N T... :D Oh really? I don't see how this one could escalate to that.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 17:43
I do swimming lessons with my youngest child once a week. Bingo seems like a great idea.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 17:28
I am very sorry to read about your loss. May you be comforted by your loved ones during this time of sadness.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 17:14
Is More the one that is famous for its food poisoning? Pls correct me if I am wrong about that. I don't think so.
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 12:19
My DD's Crocs shoes got stolen at the park. It happens and I guess it is not surprising! :(
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 20:57
Yes, see that's what I was wondering. So if I had insurance, would it be ok? I'd like to do it but I'm not interested if I can't do it legally. Yes, I think if you had liability insurance then it would be ok but then you are opening yourself up for more legalities. You'd then also have to have a business license to be running a daycare, and you probably would not be allowed to set up such a business in your home. Many people do it, but that is the risk they choose to take. Few get caught but the ones that do seem to be punished severely.
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 20:44
It is technically illegal. You can watch a friend's child, but not for payment. I think the issue lies with liability and insurance.
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 20:36
Sturbridge, Massachusetts It is a 3 hour drive from NYC and there is a big outdoor museum there that depicts early Colonial life. From there, you can easily go to Cape Cod, the North Shore (MA), and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. You will need to rent a car for all this, though.
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 10:20
I wonder if Madonna herself realizes how hot it will be. It must be even hotter on stage than it is in the crowd!
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 09:18
I'm old school, I have a few accordian expanding files, one for employment, another for housing, another for bills, etc. and then I label each pocket as needed. It's more daunting to do it the first time, but after that, everything will have its place and it will be easier to find and add more to it. I do that too, and I have one accordion file for each member of the family. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 22/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 08:55
Finally managed to get an hour of disturbed sleep. Feeling shitty now. I will try that NIP tonight. Aren't there some safe pills that can make me sleep? I am bfing and have to think about baby nursing at night as well. edited by hiccup on 22/02/2012 Panadol Night or Adol PM are fine for occasional use whilst breastfeeding.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 19:41
I don't think you need your passport but you definitely need to bring your marriage certificate in order to be discharged from the hospital.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 17:19
We flew to Geneva and then drove to Alsace. It was a 4 hour drive, I believe. We were with two children also and we had a great time. We were also able to visit the Black Forest in Germany as it wasn't too far from there. We stayed at a resort in Eguisheim, France.
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 06:58
doing the GTT this morning...
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Latest post on 21 February 2012 - 06:46
Sorry, another question. Is it the actual airline in Manila who gives all this troubles on leaving or is it their immigration department or police or whatever It is the immigration department. I actually spoke to one on the phone when they wouldn't let my prospective maid leave Manila. I begged him to let her get on the plane and he just kept saying no, that he would not let her get on the plane. I have heard they can be bribed.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 11:05
So what's the difference between these reporters who get their stories from Expatwoman for the newspaper compared against that lady Naveen (remember her?) who also got stories off Expatwoman for her blog? Wasn't that Akasha? Forgot the name, thought it was naveen. (She created some sort of a "mums in dubai" facebook page as well?) Maybe there are two EW posters who have done that. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 20/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 11:04
LOL this reminds me of the recent article about maids who don't want to fly budget airlines. [b'>Pampered Dubai maids sniff at flying budget[/b'> [i'>February 01, 2012 A maid’s employment contract in the UAE states that it is the liability of the employer to fly the maid into the country and after two years of employment, provide a return ticket to her home country. While many residents, of their own accord, go beyond the contract and provide maids with additional incentives such as a food and clothing allowance and regular extras like tips etc., a new demand that is adding to the residents’ burden is the refusal of some maids to fly budget airlines like Air Arabia and Flydubai.[/i'> Full article here http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/pampered-dubai-maids-sniff-at-flying-budget-2012-02-01-1.440738 My former maid also told me she did not want to fly FlyDubai or Mihin Lanka. Her request was to fly with Sri Lankan Airlines. I had to laugh. I don't know why they think these budget airlines are lesser. My DH recently flew FlyDubai and he said there were individual TV screens on each chair. Is that really a hardship? Added bonus with flydubai was a bout of food poisoning so also lost 5 kgs :) Yes, true. Weight loss is the only good thing about getting sick.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 11:02
So what's the difference between these reporters who get their stories from Expatwoman for the newspaper compared against that lady Naveen (remember her?) who also got stories off Expatwoman for her blog? Wasn't that Akasha?
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 11:01
LOL this reminds me of the recent article about maids who don't want to fly budget airlines. [b'>Pampered Dubai maids sniff at flying budget[/b'> [i'>February 01, 2012 A maid’s employment contract in the UAE states that it is the liability of the employer to fly the maid into the country and after two years of employment, provide a return ticket to her home country. While many residents, of their own accord, go beyond the contract and provide maids with additional incentives such as a food and clothing allowance and regular extras like tips etc., a new demand that is adding to the residents’ burden is the refusal of some maids to fly budget airlines like Air Arabia and Flydubai.[/i'> Full article here http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/pampered-dubai-maids-sniff-at-flying-budget-2012-02-01-1.440738 My former maid also told me she did not want to fly FlyDubai or Mihin Lanka. Her request was to fly with Sri Lankan Airlines. I had to laugh. I don't know why they think these budget airlines are lesser. My DH recently flew FlyDubai and he said there were individual TV screens on each chair. Is that really a hardship?
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 08:55
I hope that you are feeling better today.
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 08:54
Morning love. Have tried there but no vacancies ;) Well, you can always let them know that you are ready to work if a TA leaves. You know the way it is here. People are constantly coming and going. In the meantime, could you look at substitute teaching at your DD's school? Schools are always looking for subs and they may be willing to hire you even if you don't have a degree in teaching.
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 16:59
AiD: thanx, I'll definitely keep that in mind for next year!! But this year.. I already sent invites with my address.. :-( NiP: you are SOO right! and TARGET PRACTICE sounds loads of fun! Any other ideas from you ladies? Or other games? :-)) Burger King will come to your home, put up decorations, and entertain!
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 16:42
FYI: I also had LASIK back in 2001 and I was back at work the next day, wearing medical sunglasses however. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 19/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 16:41
Burger King
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 10:33
How many celebs can we name that have died (most likely) from a drug overdose? An absolute shame. :( 1) Elvis 2) Whitney (we will see) 3) Anna Nicole 4) Heath Ledger ...........? edited by americanfamily3 on 19/02/2012 And also how many ordinary people can we name who have died of a drug addiction? It's so sad. :(
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 09:18
Maybe you need to call them and threaten to report them to the equivalent of the Better Business Bureau here. After all, that maid is still under your sponsorship, even if you hadn't completed her visa yet.
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Latest post on 19 February 2012 - 08:42
Thanks for all the responses.
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Latest post on 18 February 2012 - 20:11
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Latest post on 18 February 2012 - 11:18
relieved and happy
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 18:31
Yes, she needs the original. I also needed the original when I entered this country on an employment visa in 2003.
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 18:23
really? We always just leave visas for visitors a few hours before they land (at the airport)? they cant exit the airport (here) without it. edit to add, we did the same for our maid a few years back but perhaps its different for maids now? edited by Purple on 16/02/2012 She needs that reddish paper in order to exit her home country. Otherwise, they will not let her on the plane because she has no visa for the UAE in her passport.
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 18:16
She must have the original in her possession. You just have to trust that she will get on the plane.
 
 
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