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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 11:16
That maid had more days off than I did at my last place of employment here! lol!
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 11:08
No they just say that. They're owned by Deckers. TBH I only quoted Uggs because people will have heard of them. I actually don't own any I used to buy Simple Eco Sneaks before they went out of business, who were also owned by Deckers, hence the same sizing. The North Face also uses another sizing conversion a US 9.5 is a UK 7.5 as is Timberland. I just ask for a US 9.5 now when buying a US brand. edited by RuthM on 12/12/2012 Oh, I see. I never got into the trendy aspect of them, but found myself in an icy climate once, and the only "Brrrr!" worthy boots in my sasquatch size were UGGs. Never regretted it, I love them. Agree with Sakhifa here--how could one possibly pick a demographic like Dubai and base their stock on popular sizes--must be all over the map! How about focusing instead on styles or type of shoes based on climate as well as what's in fashion this season. Once the shoes start selling, you can base your re-orders on which size is selling the most ???
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 10:08
Aren't UGGs an Australian brand?
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 09:57
Unfortunately they are going so far the other way that the peaceful death with dignity we had been hoping for her may not be permitted. So sorry to hear this.
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 09:34
41 or 42.....have been told that "Only comfortable shoes in that size Madam" LOL Oh, I know! Love getting asked why my feet are "so big" too, just a scream. [img'>http://www.pic4ever.com/images/hippo.gif[/img'>
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Latest post on 12 December 2012 - 09:32
I suggest the small little shop in Mall of Emirates opposite the Lebanese Hairdresser (2nd or 3rd row in the vicinity of Carrefour). Not sure what its called but they do keys, shoes, watch repairs, etc. A regular watch shop most likely won't help... PS: I think almost all big malls have such a shop somewhere.... Right, that's minutes. They repaired a watch band for me, and resized a chain link one, too. I would definitely give them a try, OP
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 12:39
that virtual party was fun and funny :) She was a very helpful poster. I couldn't believe some of the nasty sh!t some posters were insinuating on that thread.
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 12:12
Thanks ladies. Ya, a bit nervous to order online as it is controlled but I may have a chat with my doctor as he issued the prescription and see what he says. My issue is inability to convert T4 to T3 so the need. The pharmacist was asking about the actual pharmacy name (rather than brand name) and no where had it. Shocking! Maybe your doctor can help you. I wouldn't go thru the website below, though, looks like they sell "athletic enhancement" and botox! wha?? I can't believe this isn't really sold in this part of the world, because many thyroid issues have to do with conversion. A lot of extra t4 doesn't help that, makes things worse! Good luck and hope you get it sorted. I was able to rehab my thyroid issues naturally, but I wouldn't wish those 10 months on anyone!!!
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 11:49
Beebers, where did you get that Emoticon from? Hilarious!! pic4ever.com [img'>http://www.pic4ever.com/images/rose3.gif[/img'>
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 11:43
xmasbaby, this is so hard to find here! I was on cytomel when I moved here in 2010, but could not get it ANYwhere. A doctor switched me to levothyronine sodium, which, hello--completely different! In this part of the world, they have tiromel which is the same as cytomel, and thyroxin which I THINK is the same as t3. You may try asking for those? I don't think purchasing prescription drugs from a website is a good idea, but perhaps if your doctor worked with you on that? It's not like it's codeine, but I believe it is controlled.
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 10:32
At Pottery Barn Kids yesterday: LO: you had a wooden "&" sign in the window last week do you still have them in stock PB1: Yes ma'am maybe one LO: Excellent, thank you I'll take it PB1: rushes off to get one PB2: oh we have none left maam LO: really, thats a shame PB1: comes rushing back. No it seems its all sold maam PB3: Was a display it was made of cardboard...we make them up every now and again LO: really, PB1 said it was timber coffee colour, PB2 said it was sold out, so you (PB3) are telling me it was cardboard PB3: yeeeesss ma'am LO: But the PBK website had them but they are out of stock, but your's was cardboard? (LO getting really antsy now) PB3: yes they were cardboard too. LO: seriously, do you think I'm stupid or that the PB website is lying PB3: either one ma'am but they were cardboard [img'>http://www.pic4ever.com/images/1650.gif[/img'>
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 10:23
That was a really insightful post, Amy. I never want to be dependent on help--but if it is financially possible and the right help can be found--pfft to what anyone has to say or thinks about it. Simples/DR were right. Plenty of children turn out to be gems with questionable, even criminal parents, and the opposite can be true with wonderful parents. Nothing is guaranteed, in that regard!
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 10:14
Enjoy Roysie :) I had a total senior moment. I don't have OSN comedy! Doh!
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 08:58
Can't wait, love Elf! Need a funny Christmas movie after weeping through "Love, Actually." those two are my faves!!!!
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 08:24
The OP is not asking for 'Image Consultant' sessions. as I undestand it, she wants someone to organise her cupboards and belongings in her house. lol, if you're going to resurrect a thread to shill/advertise, pick the right one [img'>http://www.pic4ever.com/images/237.gif[/img'>
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 06:53
When I started a new job, on my first day I had to ask the office boy to put some hand wash and towels in the ladies because it was empty! He was surprised at my request and said he hadn't put any in there for over a year! There were 20 women that used that ladies!! I was totally disgusted. ugh, I know! Same here at my last office job. I wondered, what was everyone doing until then?
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 06:03
I love the supplements from Phyto, called Phytophenares. They are usually found next to Phyto hair care products at most chemists. Costs 170 dhs and it is a 2 month supply. You can read about the ingredients and check some reviews, here: http://www.sephora.com/phytophanere-dietary-supplement-hair-nails-P2884#BVRRWidgetID
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Latest post on 11 December 2012 - 05:48
There is no magic cure for weight loss. Eat less.....much less, no sugar (ever again) no carbs after 1pm, go for a walk every day, no ready made food, lots of water. Retrain your brain to not want food. Its really easy once you stop making excuses. Dinks, I used to think that was the only way, too, and that is how I kept my weight at bay for years. This year I decided to stop the militant restrictions, added about 500 calories a day to my intake, added more carbs, even ones like bread and bananas, and I've never been in better shape. I think super restrictive eating scares people away, and drives more to look for a magic cure! Weight lost that way is also gained back quite quickly. ETA: be careful which drops you get--most of them are complete bunk. The kind Oopsiedaisy is talking about might be difficult to buy in Dubai <em>edited by Beebers on 11/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 18:41
Did she also cut her calories down to like, 500-700 per day? Those who inject HCG cut them down quite low. I am sure you are willing to try anything, and I understand how difficult it is to lose weight...but a hormone pregnant women produce, or cutting calories so low? Maybe some other women can come on here who have one it. Since I haven't I can't say anything other than i already have. If dieting and exercise really didn't work for you after you gave it hard effort, maybe get your hormones and thyroid levels checked, and if you are lacking, a doctor can prescribe something that truly does work, instead of some drops that "might."
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 18:15
TB, it's called Al Khaima, correct? I've been there twice, and it's lovely aaaand it's licensed. I didn't feel like the food was expensive, but hops, for example, is around 40-45 dhs a piece. Depending on the size of your party, or their amibitions, that could get steep. If you look at timeoutdubai.com, you can also do a check for venues ranked high in terms of 'best for outdoor" or "shisha" and then check the pricing and reviews, if that helps
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 14:00
I only had one client who enforced this and advised that they would take the employee and her new employee to court ( FZ based company) Although as the OP's have advised, it is difficult and costly to enforce as an employer has to prove that they have lost money as a result of this. Difficult and costly, exactly. I'm sure it's not the same here, but back home--it was rarely pursued unless someone is at the executive level.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 12:02
Speaking of bears... ... I'm hungry now! *lunchtime* [img'>http://www.pic4ever.com/images/clap.gif[/img'> Me too :) off to go get a young coconut! ta!
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:54
this is more my evacuation style, like the bears they tranquilize :) [img'>http://www.pic4ever.com/images/studsmatta.gif[/img'>
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:36
lol, weeeeeeeeeeeeee! love it :)
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:14
Bice At the Hilton JBR has that nice sky bar. I won't sit here and say it's the best Italian in town, as I have only gone there, Frankie's, Stefano's, and various takeout...but we weren't disappointed. Our bill wasn't hideous, even including a bottle (or two) of Masi.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:09
Erm...does that come with a pack of sedatives?? then yes.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:07
haaaa ! Oh no ! crunchy towel ! UGH, those are the worst!! undies, close second :)
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 11:06
No, that's awesome! Need one of those, mine pales in comparison to that. living in a high rise here makes me want to get one of these http://www.checkmateuk.com/height-safety/work-and-rescue-devices/ped3/ Not that I don't trust the fire department--but I would feel a whole lot better with this! Add a bug out bag, I'd feel like Batman and MacGuyver put together :D
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 10:53
I could be totally wrong, but if the OP was on a Dubai visa, and the new company would sponsor her on a free zone visa, bets are off, correct? I am not saying it is ethical to go work for a competitor, but depending on her field, many companies could be deemed a "competitor"
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 10:45
Ironing can take a while.. if your maid is anything like mine she flippin irons everything including my husbands Undies and the towels ! lol!! I had to laugh, because I do this, too! Since we line dry everything, some cotton items are like "crunch!!!" and ironing seems to take care of this :)
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 10:41
What's a bug out bag? am I slow here?? My favorite t shirt is this, except it has my DH's name on it. Keepsake from our bodybuilding days :D http://www.arnoldnumerouno.com/
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 10:38
I have been an acne sufferer for over 20 years. I don't believe that any natural supplements or skin care regimens will help you. Let me ask you this. Have you taken Accutane? I agree---natural supplements were completely unhelpful! At least the ones which are normally recommended for acne. I suffered SO badly for 2 years around when I turned 30. I figured the best thing I could do, since I could not stop the cysts from coming up, was to put a good amount of oil (Ylang Ylang from Decleor was lovely for this, Clarins, too) on my skin at night, so that at least my skin wouldn't scar. It helped the pimples/ cysts break through the surface with more ease, and taking Omegas really helped, too. Since the OP asked for recommendations for a good Dermo, I went to Dr. El Hoshy in Jumeirah for a different skin issue, but he is not here in Dubai a lot, so maybe its better to see someone who is. I have never seen a facialist so can't help with that. One more thing, it turned out my thyroid needed some boosting. As soon as I started taking thyroid meds, my skin cleared up! I wish I wouldn't have taken a cycle of Accutane, because it did not help my cysts, but did give me my one wrinkle on my forehead. I don't know if a Dermo would test for thyroid levels, but along with the usual suspects like estrogen overload, it is worth checking the thyroid.
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Latest post on 10 December 2012 - 06:13
interesting! Some of those prompts make my head hurt when I ponder them, lol! Hmm, a shark or polar bear fighting in jelly? Or even which t shirt I would wear for the rest of my life. :) Which would you wear?
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 18:14
I bet you're relieved! Something like that happened the day after we went to Wagamama for dinner last month. After some Udon and several Tigers--woke up the next day, wondering, whose feet are these?? Could barely walk on them! I usually keep some dandelion root around the house in case we splurge like that. Since you don't have a medical condition, no harm in using herbals time to time :)
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 16:28
This is a little off topic, but is it pretty normal for some of these venues to charge up front for Christmas/New Year's brunches?
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 16:25
Hi Mancgirl, how many beds is your apartment, and can you say which part of the marina or which building? I'l ask around my circle, know some people looking to move in January within the marina
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 15:28
FW, Philosophy products are sold at any Sephora location. They don't always have the full range of skus, but if it is the skincare/facial products you're after, they have most of those items. Don't know about Liz Earle, sorry.
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Latest post on 09 December 2012 - 09:33
Wow, I do not envy all the ladies here with monster-in-laws :( My relationship with my MIL is fine, but I did have to warn DH that his MIL is a bit nutty. Luckily for him, I am the focus of her disapproval and antics. ETA: Stardust, you are leaving us hanging! <em>edited by Beebers on 09/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 08 December 2012 - 10:00
Ladies, any issues with transporting gold bars at airports, either dubai or international? Is there any maximum limits? It depends where you are going. I don't think you will have an issue leaving DXB but countries will vary on how much gold they allow you to take in. Unless it's just a whole lot, I don't think you will have issues. Definitely keep your sales receipt handy and be ready to present it. This is one of the reasons I like the Apmex site; I just purchase, and send straight to the recipient.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 14:50
You could get the gold bars from the gold ATM in Atlantis hotel. Oh, that's a good idea. The year we manage to get home, I would love to get some there and bring them. Wonder what the stamp looks like?
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 14:36
Where and what type of gold and silver bars do you buy? This is a site we commonly use. Here is the page showing some examples of your basic stamped bars. http://www.apmex.com/Category/1150/Gold_Bars__Gold_RoundsAll_Sizes__Manufacturers.aspx Bars like this are about $12 per over spot price, per gram. They also have commemorative coins, and special mints, but the spot price is closer to $40-$50 over spot price due to the fact that they are actual sovereign coins that can be spent, or collector's items. These are more like an investment, because unlike fiat currency--it's actually real money! <em>edited by Beebers on 07/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 13:08
oh sorry - hadn't really read the page properly - just saw the title of the awesome walking guy - oh that's not good at all then. Not on!!! :( I know. Imagine the uproar if someone started a page about a fat person out and about. It would be bullying, but somehow this is okay. Note: I am against bullying of all kinds, and facebook has really turned into a platform for people to be more ruthless about this, with their idiotic nature for all to see.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 12:53
No point in a case of wine, as where they are it is 1 euro a bottle!!! :/: keep em coming....:-p lol, is that a "jealous" emoticon? because I am! Not sure if you read the link, but for brothers/sisters and their spouses, we usually do a gift card for a nice restaurant, because that is a treat for them, and my folks babysit. My Mom gets a spa day--non negotiable as far as she is concerned :\: and then for my Dad, we chip in to get him the latest open cast reel, gun scope, something he can play with on his trips.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 12:50
Yes true - it is good that everyone thinks he is awesome - but I guess without his permission it's not really right.... When I looked at the page last night and read some of the posts, it is clear the creator of the page is trying to be funny at this guy's expense, and other posters as well. One woman posted that she spoke to him, and asked him if he knew he had a page about him on FB! His response was "Oh my goodness, the people are crazy!" So at least he knows.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 10:46
Hmmm.....I can't but feel it's a little stalkerish. He didn't set the page up and didn't pose for the photos. It makes me a little uncomfortable. It makes me very uncomfortable, because it's totally rude! Put my two sense on the page's wall as well.
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 10:05
I'm telling you, case of wine + gold bars/silver bars for the kiddos! No one opens those gifts and gets disappointed! :D lol, I mean case of wine for the adults + gold bars for kiddos before you all think I get my nephews sauced for the holidays <em>edited by Beebers on 07/12/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 08:30
Might not tell him they can live almost a decade! Fingers crossed DH finds him irresistible... :) edited by somersetgirl on 07/12/2012 lol, yeah, perhaps not! I think mine was an anomaly. good luck with your new buddy! :)
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 07:53
Thanks Loube. It has taken a long time for DH to agree to one, but will be in touch if (when!) he agrees to another. Dog enclosure and chicken wire a good idea. Thanks. I got one for Christmas as a kid, and my mother was furious! She warmed up quick though, those little guys can really warm the heart! Good thing, too, the guinea lived almost a decade, and Mom had to keep it when i went off to school lol! Maybe your DH will be the same!
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Latest post on 07 December 2012 - 07:51
Here's some ideas we had, on this thread: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=193974
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Latest post on 06 December 2012 - 22:31
Just liked the page. Why? Because, good for him! Love how someone who walks around town attracts attention, because that's an anomaly. Rather than the people who can barely lug their butts around town!
 
 
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