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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 14:01
Mother in law said they have booked some island on the Great Barrier Reef in OZ
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 13:59
Think we may sell our house back in OZ as too hard sending money back to cover it. DH said heard that our $ is the most over rated G10 currency. With interest rates going up may drive Australia into a huge recession. Thinking of buying an investment property in Europe while their prices are low as we all know Australian house prices are some of the most expensive in the World
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 13:37
It's more for the Europeans , but in saying that some OZ schools have brought it in as well. Most International schools in Asia have them as people travel around a lot, so their children can adjust easy. When they are starting to think of uni IB sometimes is easier for different Universities to work out their grades
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Latest post on 13 April 2011 - 13:31
have them at Uptown Primary on a Friday and Sat morning. Contact www.aiss.ae as they may have weekend classes near DBS as well
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Latest post on 11 April 2011 - 07:29
Everyone does...wear 1 these days. I think it's the norm to actually wear a bikini now when pregnant. Be proud of your body and being a future mother!
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Latest post on 09 April 2011 - 20:26
Madeline Grace gets our vote
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 19:00
DS is 15 ..He gets 100 dhs per week and has to pay for phone credit , movies, taxis etc..remember to take some off if he doesn't do jobs or is naughty
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 18:42
Have a look at the nationalities that do u, THEN think about what they wear or maybe their hygiene and u will know why they do it!! Ha Ha
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Latest post on 06 April 2011 - 18:40
They are all great. really depends on your taste. I got 1 for my son's 23rd b'day so I personally think they are more for adults than children. The chocolate mouse is my favourite
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 11:15
I agree with shyzie, make them do simple things, especially around meal time. We give DS a allowance each week but deduct an amount for when he is naughty or misses doing the job.
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 11:11
I have the bottom of the range one, not sure of name. They are great so dont go getting the most expensive as all u want is a cup of coffee. We actually have 2, our other 1 back in OZ. We actually heat the milk in the microwave then pour over the coffee.
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Latest post on 03 April 2011 - 10:03
The article by the independent newspaper is an excellent read. He explains that if a person really knows what they wish to do at uni then A levels is possibly the way to go. If they have no idea (most don't ) then IB is better, as it gives them a broader range to choose from. DS is just choosing subjects for grade 10 at moment so won't be long till he has to decide which way to go BUT as we are from OZ and not sure if we are staying or even going to another Asian country where IB is in all International schools, IB seems better for us
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 19:04
DH has an Ipod and can Skype with it, loves it as also he can read his emails without having to get his laptop out when checking in to hotels
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Latest post on 31 March 2011 - 19:00
DS is a student here and was able to open an Emirates NBD A/C with no bank fees and doesn't even have to put money in it. He had so show a student ID
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Latest post on 27 March 2011 - 11:36
pay the extra and stay at a Disney hotel, you get extra benefits. like earlier entry and just walk to the park and then back for a break and the go again after the LO have had a rest.
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Latest post on 27 March 2011 - 09:15
can I ask Montes..What nationality are you? Iam also Australian but with our $ so high it's better for us to invest other places at the moment. Is it easy to buy and get bank finance in france for non EU members?
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Latest post on 25 March 2011 - 12:18
You need to tell kodak what country you want them for as Australia is a different size to others. I worked for Aust post who did the Passports and really , REALLY fussy on the photos
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Latest post on 20 March 2011 - 14:11
She must be a FANTASTIC maid to up her salary from $??? to about $350 per week plus..plus.. Don't do it
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Latest post on 20 March 2011 - 07:38
Wild Wadi
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 21:30
Really it depends on what country you are coming from. As we are Aussies and from Queensland the Summers aren't that bad! We are always in the pool and the Sun doesn't have the intensity it does back in OZ. Here everything has A/C not like back home soy are better off here. Remember you wont melt if you do venture outside!
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Latest post on 06 March 2011 - 17:25
Give me a pair of Bonds anyday!! Oh yeah I love thongs also but my feet don't..ha ha All Aussies will know what I'm saying
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Latest post on 19 February 2011 - 08:25
Not coming here. too much s.x and graphic
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Latest post on 19 February 2011 - 08:24
310 on OSN or Dubai 2 sports. It was great last night as was in English
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Latest post on 18 February 2011 - 11:08
I don't think the games ii start at noon! The 1/4 are on today and start at 2pm. I remember going to the semis last year at night and think the final is also at night
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Latest post on 18 February 2011 - 11:03
Got one at Crate and Barrell at MCC or try Galleries Lafayete have seen great ones there
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 19:39
Jumeirah Hospitality has one opposite Wild Wadi.
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 09:01
Magniflex, in Mazaya Centre on SZR, its on the other side of Dubai Mall. Think they are made in Italy and its foam but u can get all different types of firmness. Del is free and usually the next day.Cost for us was 1530 dhs for 160 by 200 size or Queen size
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 08:56
We are looking at moving there, are they small dog friendly? If so is there an area to walk them, with trees etc?
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Latest post on 16 February 2011 - 19:37
1st Off remember how u were brought up! I know the teenagers here cant go out and work at Maccas for their money but they can do chores at home. They do have to know how to vacuum, iron, clean, cook and prepare the vegs for dinner etc etc. 2nd agree with OH what u think is a amount and what she has to pay for. I ave a son who I give 100dhs per week but he needs to pay for his own phone credit, movies, taxis,fun things etc.If he wishes to buy a X Box game then he needs to save some of his allowance. I know girls want more for make up,clothes and personal items but really sit down and budget it out like we all do with our wages.
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Latest post on 15 February 2011 - 11:07
They now have maters for parking every where now even across the road near the foot bridge. There is free parking with buses for transfers on the web site find out where but plenty of signs around. DS is a ball boy said really cold there yesterday
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Latest post on 15 February 2011 - 10:46
Think its a great idea. Friends daughter's school had them come buy and said fantastic idea. Think its great for the teenagers in the 14 to 18 yr. age group. Hopefully they go to all schools
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Latest post on 15 February 2011 - 10:43
What are the prices like at Ted Morgan? Have very short hair but need some blonde highlights, inquired at Salon Ink and they wanted to charge 75 dh just to dry my hair!!! Not even style it. NO THANKYOU
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Latest post on 15 February 2011 - 10:41
About time! Being Australian and had boys at private school also a son went to 1 in Singapore, hopefully will follow Sin as best education out but fairly intense
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Latest post on 15 February 2011 - 10:38
What area o you live in? Wait a while as way toooo cold at the moment. All pools are outdoors and the wind is terrible even if the water is warm. I know lots so best let me know the area u want
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 17:38
Most are on Hols this week.. best just to email them. Which area to do live? What do u want to know?
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 14:14
Do u have his number? What are the costs?
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 09:15
A 1st for that one!..Wear it all or in your hand bag of course..never your luggage. Never been asked that?? They are looking for people who bring in fake goods
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 08:07
Go to Flydubai website and see where they have some deals to this weekend and start there
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Latest post on 13 February 2011 - 08:55
Our car is 1 yr old and thought we could do re-registration on line. Can we do this, we have paid insurance?
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Latest post on 10 February 2011 - 17:20
Have you called them as I rang last week and they told me no more there just Biggles and the other 1 not Cactus Jacks for Friday Brunch..Maybe I'm wrong BUT??
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Latest post on 08 February 2011 - 14:04
My butcher at home in OZ said that growth hormones has been banned for a long time. We have eaten meat or chicken nearly everyday for all our lives and wouldn't say we are any taller than the norm!
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Latest post on 08 February 2011 - 14:00
Thanks have booked into Village terrace as 4 of us are Adults and we will cop it sweet for other son who will eat them out of food anyway. Have got a warmer dress already and its our side of town which always helps.
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Latest post on 08 February 2011 - 13:57
We got caught as well. Thank goodness it was before we went. The advert sounds like u can go to all the restaurants but was explained to us that u have to choose 1. Bit of great marketing or false advertising if u ask me!
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Latest post on 08 February 2011 - 12:03
yes
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Latest post on 07 February 2011 - 21:59
Italian sounds great..Thanks
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Latest post on 07 February 2011 - 21:50
Where can we go for an all inclusive buffet dinner with drinks this Thursday night?
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 14:37
Just read it and means that the person with the card eats free if there is a full paying person with them..hence 50% discount..So not off full table bill
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 14:35
Best pair I have are LEE, unfortunately Salsa you need to have a European figure. Thin legs...!!
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 08:42
Thanks will call him today
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Latest post on 06 February 2011 - 08:07
My DS is visiting us at the moment and wants his teeth cleaned and checked. As he has no insurance I need some advice where to go
 
 
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