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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 08:45
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 16:40
Ik heet Muurtje / Mijn naam is Muurtje (Dutch) shall we start a new thread? In which we will daily translate a sentence in our own languages like Arabic, English, French, Hindi, Urdu etc etc So we can learn to speak each other's language (a little bit :)). Anyone can start a new sentence (Any word, phrases, verbs etc etc). Sentence for today [b'>My name is Fatimaa[/b'>[u'>[/u'>. Mera naam Fatimaa hay (Hindi) Mera naam Fatimaa hay (Urdu) . :\: edited by Fatimaa on 31/10/2011 Same in Bengali: Amar naam Bubble_trubble! Menya Zavut Guinness! (In Russian, literally, they call me Guinness) Mi chiamo GattaMatta or Il mio nome è GattaMatta (but this one sounds like Bond, James Bond to us). Ma cheama Mariana or numele meu este Mariana or ma numesc Mariana :):) Romanian?
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 16:37
Nann' hesaru Dubeye(Kannada) Which country is this language spoken in? I really like this thread. Unfortunately, I have no exotic language to contribute to it.
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 15:55
I totally agree with you, Lesley. If I were that woman, I'd have been mortified and would have apologized. And to think that women probably has children!
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Latest post on 27 October 2011 - 18:55
I don't judge the character of the person by their nationality but I tend to make assumptions about people's behaviour according to their nationality.
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Latest post on 27 October 2011 - 17:49
how come when i ask questions nobody ever answers them but instead gives their opinions... im really not being rude just very curious.... edited by ShannonB on 27/10/2011 That is just the nature of EW!
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 08:40
Congrats everyone! Looks like there will be a few of us waddling around the malls this summer. :-)
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 12:50
Yes, it is inside the Magic Planet play area.
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 11:26
Culture and tradition play a big part in how a baby is fed and cared for. Often, people continue to do things based on their cultural beliefs even when scientific advice differs.
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 10:37
Unless things have changed, the way Salik works is you get charged every time you pass a Salik gate. HOWEVER, if you pass two consecutive Salik gates [i'>traveling in the same direction [/i'>within a certain time limit (I am not sure but think 45 minutes), then you will only be charged for one gate. For example, using Dubai Cheeky's trip, from Marina to Dubai Mall, DC would have passed both Al Barsha gate (next to MOE) and Safa gate (next to Safa Park) in less than 45 minutes. She would have only been charged for the first gate (Al Barsha) - Dhs 4, and there will be Dhs 0 next to Safa Gate. On the return trip, DC would have again passed the two gates, Safa and Al Barsha. In this case, she would have been charged for the Safa gate and not for Al Barsha gate. I didn't know that. Thanks for clarifying. @The Mrs: You do get charged for the return trip.:)
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 10:13
You don't get charged for your return trip through the same salik gate, if it's on the same day. Hence the zero charge. :) Oh really?
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 09:04
is this a joke? Can someone really be that clueless and negligent? Yes, I think so. I know someone who has advocated giving food to a two-month old.
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Latest post on 22 October 2011 - 07:20
I would say so. Stick to shopping and the pool.
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Latest post on 21 October 2011 - 19:52
Lulu also sells that type of juice.
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Latest post on 19 October 2011 - 15:56
I am not sure about Barney, but usually any Gulf Greetings or Hallmark store carry the Dora figurines.
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Latest post on 16 October 2011 - 10:34
Do you know what, thats news to me that there is a childs ticket!!! I've been paying full price every time I go, even for 2 and a half year old grrrrrrrr I was going to say the same thing. I had no idea that there even was a child's rate.
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Latest post on 15 October 2011 - 18:06
The cinemas seem to be pretty inconsistent here. Many a time I have been to the movies with my 2 year-old and they insisted that she had to pay. Well, yesterday, we were told that we did not have to pay for her because she is only 2. I suppose it depends who is behind the counter.
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Latest post on 14 October 2011 - 21:15
I have thought about putting her in FS1 next year instead but as said If we return to the UK she will then be a year behind and I will really hate myself for that! She won't, though. In the UK, not that they have FS1, but if they did, it would be during the academic year she turns 4, and reception (FS2 equivalent) is the academic year she turns 5. My DD is a September baby (not baby any more really) and although she could quite easily tackle the FS2 curriculum, I've kept her in the year of her age. I have several friends with professional experience in the area (Head of Reception in an excellent UK school, and Occupational Therapist and a Speech Therapist) who all agree there is a noticeable advantage at being amongst the eldest in a class and that children who are in school before they're ready rarely have problems in the actual reception (FS2) year, but start having them in Year 1. Of course, it's your choice, but just don't be too hasty... or at least do it for the right reasons. Yes, I agree with you and am happy that other professionals have said the same thing. That is why I am confident in my decision to keep my DD in FS 2 for two years. She is doing fine now but surely the problems will creep up in Year 1. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 14/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 20:31
Teabag is right. Another more practical and more affordable option is Lulu. They sell Lender's bagels, Entermann's pies, Philadelphia flavored cream cheese, Fluff, graham cracker crusts, American cereals, Kraft Mac & Cheese, Pop Tarts, and Old El Paso stuff, among other things. edited by AnonDubai on 13/10/2011 So does Spinneys True, but Spinney's isn't all around a great grocery store. I like being able to stock up on American products, bulk products (rice, diapers, etc.), and Indian and Arab products all at the same time at a reasonable price...
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 20:26
is that the only safest way or are there more??? maybe a different one might have a bigger selection... There is only one Safest Way. I go to the Lulus in Mizhar and in Qusais and they seem to stock the same merchandise.
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 20:17
Teabag is right. Another more practical and more affordable option is Lulu. They sell Lender's bagels, Entermann's pies, Philadelphia flavored cream cheese, Fluff, graham cracker crusts, American cereals, Kraft Mac & Cheese, Pop Tarts, and Old El Paso stuff, among other things. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 13/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 18:23
People are usually anxious to get back to their respective emirates on Thursday afternoons.
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 15:19
Interesting letter. The police are cracking down hard on people who use illegal immigrants for services.
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Latest post on 13 October 2011 - 15:15
Hi Claire. I had a similar issue with my DD. She turned 3 on September 8th last year and I let her start FS 1 then. She did pretty well in FS 1 but she struggled with some things as she was almost a year younger than many of the students in her class. She is now in FS 2 at the age of 4 and some children in her class are almost 6! Anyway, what I have decided to do is have her repeat FS 2 next year. That way she can still be in school but will catch up with her age group. It's a tough decision, but you know your child best and can make the right decision for her. Hi AnonDubai, I was wondering what school is ur little one going to? i am having some issues applying for some schools because my son turns 3 on september 1st of next year. i have been told that i have to wait another year to put him in FS1 :( im also wondering if i did find a school that would accept his application, should i let him start or wait the year? MM, IMHO, you should not put your son into FS 1 next September unless you are planning to do what I will do and have him repeat either FS 1 or FS 2. That is only my opinion and you know him best, but as a previous poster said: "Starting early doesn't mean a better start in academia."
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 18:22
I am American of English and German descent.
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 09:22
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 09:21
I was sad because i saw a man with no shoes... and then i saw a man with no feet. How true! We all just need to appreciate what we have, whether you are walking barefoot, wearing shoes from Carrefour, or wearing Fendi shoes... There will always be someone better off and someone worse off. Be thankful for all of the great things in your life!
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 09:03
If my housemaid has a minor illness, I expect her to work like everyone else does. Like you, I don't rest when I'm sick. I do give my housemaid medicine if she is sick, though, but I buy it myself. However, if it's just a cold, nothing is required except some Panadol Cold & Flu at night ONLY and possibly some nasal spray. 100 dirhams is way too much for cold medicine. It is written in the housemaid's contract that the sponsor is to pay for medicine. I don't know if a houseboy's contract is different. <em>edited by AnonDubai on 12/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 08:55
Hi Claire. I had a similar issue with my DD. She turned 3 on September 8th last year and I let her start FS 1 then. She did pretty well in FS 1 but she struggled with some things as she was almost a year younger than many of the students in her class. She is now in FS 2 at the age of 4 and some children in her class are almost 6! Anyway, what I have decided to do is have her repeat FS 2 next year. That way she can still be in school but will catch up with her age group. It's a tough decision, but you know your child best and can make the right decision for her.
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 08:44
No.
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Latest post on 12 October 2011 - 08:33
I'm from the USA and I've been here 8 years...
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 21:20
I suppose, if you are born here, you are from Dubai. Although you do not have the UAE passport, your cultural background is similar to that of many people from Dubai. A third-culture kid could say that he is from Dubai of, for example, Iranian and British origin... edited by AnonDubai on 11/10/2011 <em>edited by AnonDubai on 11/10/2011</em>
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 21:11
9 out of 10 test results are normal. About 1 in 20 shows borderline or mild cell changes. In most of these women, the cells will go back to normal by themselves. So the women will usually have repeat tests every 6 months until they do. They will only go on to have treatment if the cells don't go back to normal. CIN 2 or 3 If you have moderate or severe cell changes, or CIN 2 or 3, you will need treatment to get rid of the abnormal cells. You usually only need treatment once. Then you have follow up tests. If you do have an abnormal test and have successful treatment you are very unlikely to get cervical cancer (provided you continue being screened). If you do not have treatment, you are very much at risk from cervical cancer. I am still not sure whats going on with mine, i have had no treatment yet and will find out when i go back if i am going to have treatment to sort out the abnormality or if the cells have reverted to normal i hope so :( Thanks for that. It is good that you are being proactive about it. A lot of women just don't bother. You seem to be knowledgeable about it and tackling the issue so inshallah you will be fine.:)
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:54
What does it mean to have an abnormal smear?
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:41
I must have been exposed to it before I had the vaccine, the government still saw fit to provide me with the vaccine. I had the third shot in Dubai and paid for it. Well, that's probably ok, but unless you are 100% sure you have never been exposed to HPV, you should still be getting an annual pap smear.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:33
if you have had ***, and you weren't both virgins (or haven't remained entirely faithful) you can be pretty sure you have it. Yes, that is how I understand it and is the reason they don't routinely give the vaccine to adults. That is why annual pap smears are so important.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:27
I see the point but how would you ever know if you have been exposed to this HPV virus if you had no symtoms? I have no idea. You'd have to ask a doctor.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:24
Guys, I hate to break it to you, but this thread is seriously old - and I believe the OP decided not to come after she heard about the difficulties of having special needs children here. Is it really seriously old? It was posted less than two months ago. Wow, has it only been two months ??? &lt;slinking back into hole&gt; not even two months, lol
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:23
But surely it would be beneficial to have it anyway....? No, because once you've been exposed to HPV, the vaccine does you no good. I think the consensus is that most sexually active people have been exposed to HPV.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:18
I think they generally don't give it to adults because they assume most of them have already been exposed to HPV.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:15
Guys, I hate to break it to you, but this thread is seriously old - and I believe the OP decided not to come after she heard about the difficulties of having special needs children here. Is it really seriously old? It was posted less than two months ago.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 20:13
I get asked this question a lot. I don't mind answering. I think it's nice how many people of different nationalities you meet here. However, when I am asked this question, I make them tell me where they are from first. Then I answer where I am from.
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Latest post on 11 October 2011 - 17:30
Find an episode of "The Brady Bunch" on YouTube and see what Marcia is wearing. That should give you a good idea of what was in style back then.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 21:15
while we are onthe topic... there are holidays end of november and beginning of december das both fall on a weekend. Islamic newyear is on a Saturday and a week later on Friday it is National Day. Any idea if any of them might be moved into the week? Most holidays are on a weekend have been since we have been here. Yes, I have also noticed that, but next year, New Year's Day is on a Sunday, so at least that's one sure day off.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 10:27
My experience with maids is that it doesn't matter if she's young or old, married or single, Phillipino or Sri Lankan, experienced or inexperienced, etc. You will have issues with any type and you will be lucky if you get a good one.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 09:25
*121*4# If you find out to spend this credit do please tell, I too have AED15 on my phone and I called the UK yesterday and the balance didn't drop by a fil! No idea why but this code does not work on my phone! This Etisalat international credit voucher is a joke!
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 09:14
are you referring to the international credit voucher ? If yes, i havent found out a way so far to check that balance , sorry! Yes.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 09:14
*121*4# If you find out to spend this credit do please tell, I too have AED15 on my phone and I called the UK yesterday and the balance didn't drop by a fil! Thank you. I will let you know.
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Latest post on 10 October 2011 - 08:45
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Latest post on 09 October 2011 - 08:57
This happens ALL the time. Some people are just foolish. I always stop, get honked at and even the bus driver looks surprised that I've stopped. Yes, I've also noticed this. It's like the bus driver doesn't understand himself why you'd be stopping behind him.
 
 
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