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Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 08:49
Thank you again ladies for your support and for the encouragement... I plan to stay positive, although the stress of seeing my family everyday looking sad, makes it worse and causes me pain..I think once I move out, I will be better...until then I have to just suck it up..have no choice..with time, i know my family will be happy with my decision and this thought is whats keeping me going.. I plan to improve myself and get all the necessary check ups as well...so that I am phyiscally and mentally strong for when my worse half returns to Dubai...I dont have plans to patch things up with him, but I want him and his family to see that they can not do this to women...and even if they do, it has no affect on me...Unfortunately, my family MAY not support this but at least I am the one left to face them when they return...I am nervous but strong that I will in 3 months, get into better shape, improve my skin and my presence and then show him what I am really made of...I want him to look at me and think 'wow' and tell me that he is happy to take me back and I want to then tell him, well im not happy to have you back...[b'>I want to then tell him of his issues (one by one) so that he knows how it feels[/b'>.....i can not live with him or put up with his family..he is not a MAN but a pathetic excuse.. Meanwhile, I do need some advice on my skin and esp the gastro doc - so i shall put this up as another post for those who can help me.. thanks so much ladies - hugs and kisses This put a smile on my face - he really did so that to you and you held back all of the issues you had. From the woman who came here months ago asking how she can fix things for her wedding to the woman who has posted this, you've come a long way. She was trying to make someone else happy, the woman today is trying to make herself happy. That's a really positive thing to see. Your family will get over it - it would have been worse had you stayed and then brought children into the equation and THEN decided you couldn't handle him anymore, because then there wouldn't have been an out-clause. Keep up the positive mentality! I think it is fantastic that he left, couldn't have given you a better parting gift than not having him there during the time you need to prepare for never having him there. Love this post AmyAus.... Wise words indeed. And the best of everything to you xaina. Love your positiveness... xx
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 15:09
Debenhams at MOE have a good selection of mens winter wear... Or they did about a week ago. Only been to M&S at MOE and wasn't that impressed. Maybe there is a better selection at DM? HTH
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 14:14
I have just had word from friends in Phuket. Beaches are deserted and people are all sat in restaurants and bars and higher ground waiting and watching :-( SH Also just heard that friends in Patong are on the roof. :-( <em>edited by captainjacky on 11/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 11:37
lol Captain - I had one of my best nights out in Dubai with you and Sal at Rock Bottom! Ha ha Chizz.... And not one of us lost our "Goodie Bags" !! Was a good night. :)
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Latest post on 11 April 2012 - 11:21
Welcome.... Sure you will settle in just fine... And technology these days makes leaving friends and family so much easier to bear.... Any questions just fire away... Always someone to help you out on here. We've all been in the same situation at some point! Enjoy the sunshine... x :cool:
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 17:34
Thanks mrsg... Sounds like you had a great time. When you say entertainment, was that just kiddies entertainment or was there music etc? Do you get a variety of food from all the restaurants? Sorry for all the questions fired at you...lol Once again, thanks for your reply. x
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Latest post on 10 April 2012 - 00:11
Park and Shop are still selling Valentine cards.... lol
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 23:35
Aw you should see me and da mukka (See, I'm trendy, young and streetwise!) doing the stuff at Rockbottom. And you should see me the next day!!!
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 22:45
Hi PlainJane We usually do Senyar at The Westin.... 3 free drinks or pool 6 vouchers and get a bottle of bubbly. Then its a choice of Horizon at Grand Habtoor (2 drinks) or if you feel up to it... Rockbottom at Ramee Rose has free vod for ladies after 10pm. Obviously these are all New Dubai so if you live other side of town then prob wouldn't appeal... Have a great night wherever you go :)
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 18:49
Sure I saw hip flasks at one of The Smokers Centres? Prob MOE...
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Latest post on 09 April 2012 - 17:42
In Dubai rather than Abu Dhabi, but know that Pampered Pets In Dubai Marina sell them. Maybe worth calling them and see if they have a branch (Excuse the pun!!) in AD? HTH
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 18:10
Hey captinjacky, wanna join our gang????? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-m0EZO5O2dM ;) Ha ha ha.... Count me in savvyB!!! I'm particularly interested in taking the place of the winker in the white anorak when she... Ahem... retires.... Lol. ;)
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 13:02
Hiya I can only speak from my own experience and that was end of Jan this year. Had to start from scratch with medical, fingerprints etc. Were told ID card is linked to visa and as a new visa will be issued with the new job, it makes the previous card invalid in every way. I am still waiting for my card to reach me. It is a big inconvenience, particularly if you work and have to spend hours sitting around. Hope you get it sorted with minimum fuss...
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 11:58
"Proper" rain in AD apparently....
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 11:21
Flavours on two is only in Fine Dining. Personally i have always enjoyed the food at Channels and the "Top up" service is very good....
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 11:06
Thinking of you xx
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:54
I know. Its a pain isn't it.
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:52
Channels at Media Rotana have different theme nights every night bar Saturday. Think its AED180 and lasts from 7 till 10.30. There is usually an advert in Timeout. And you can use The Entertainer vouchers. Enjoy.
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:40
It would appear this is right. Hubby and I had to hand ours in when he changed jobs. We got them back with a hole in them and had to do the whole process again as a new applicant, not a renewal. HTH
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:08
Happy Birthday simpleasabc.... xx
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:02
Now brace yourself NIP.... Just heard on radio there MAY be thundery showers later.....
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 10:00
Nope. Not your imagination... Clouds rolling in towards you..!
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Latest post on 08 April 2012 - 08:30
Got it from Virgin last week... Looking forward to getting stuck in...
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 18:20
Cheers captainjacky *bar now open for pre roast dinner drinks* I thought they were pringles on a stick!! so had a well tasty chicken and mushroom pie (can take the girl out of england and all that) :) Ha ha.... *Bar now open for 3rd glass of vino cos hubby late home as he taking car in for service and he'll prob find wifey asleep on settee with Sky news on mute*.... That burger was good... Once i'd extradited the tomato... Just bread, burger and a few dirty onions... Reminded me of the ones in a trailer outside nightclubs years ago! Probably totally *tummy Rot*... But goooooood!!
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 17:56
LOL bare breasted boys with their underwear on show were a plenty! I thought it was due to my 'old' eyes that I couldnt see the screen, although to be honest were not that big. Yep agree Fridays should be strictly 'brunching' ;) *High Five savvyB*..... Did like those potato/crispy type things on a stick though....
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 17:36
Hmmm... Went to Atelier. And whilst i have to agree that the bar/loo facilities were good and well organised, the rest was abit.... Strange. Admittedly we did go early afternoon and knew it would take time to warm up... But by 3pm it was evident what it was going to be like. Hoards of 14-16yr olds that had obviously had an encounter with The Milkman... Then come 5pm, it was the *After brunch offerings*.! Now anyone who knows me, knows I am pretty "Broadminded" as far as...Ahem... Enjoying yourself goes, but saw at least 10 people being carried out before 6pm!. Stopped to see a few acts but in all honesty the gap in between artists was tooooo long. Im sure if you were right at the front, the atmosphere would've been much more enticing, but i'm afraid it just didn't do it for me and after finding a burger (Good i may add!), decided to call it a day. All previous advertising marketed it as a music event but I found it reminiscent of an adrenalin, hormonal fuelled school disco..... Or maybe I'm just getting old and need to dig out my knitting bag.... Lol... Think i've got an embroidery set somewhere too!! No, we were sat on the seats facing the stage and the sound quality was poor. As were the TV pics of the stage. Lots of close ups of the front part of the audience but non of the artist. After Natasha Bedingfield, we moved down to the standing area and it was no better... Heard lots of "over 21s" saying they were leaving as teenagers were frollicking (Love that word) around shirtless!!.... And that was just the lads!! Different day out but have to say...Give me the good ole fashioned brunch anytime on a Friday!! How did you find the sound Captinjacky?? we were sat on the seats at the back and found the sound quality really, really bad, think of next door having a party with the sound turned up, rather muffled effect! Poor Skylar Grey, could hardly hear her :-( when Natasha Bedingfield came on we went down to as far as we could, slighty better. Not sure if its a Dubai thing with sound quality but when we went to see George Benson earlier this year, I wasnt impressed with that sound system either. Or maybe I need a hearing aid to join you when you are knitting! lol ETA... Apologies for being a numpty and putting my reply in between yours!!! Goes to show im an old fogey with perilous IT skills i guess!! <em>edited by captainjacky on 07/04/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 16:09
Hmmm... Went to Atelier. And whilst i have to agree that the bar/loo facilities were good and well organised, the rest was abit.... Strange. Admittedly we did go early afternoon and knew it would take time to warm up... But by 3pm it was evident what it was going to be like. Hoards of 14-16yr olds that had obviously had an encounter with The Milkman... Then come 5pm, it was the *After brunch offerings*.! Now anyone who knows me, knows I am pretty "Broadminded" as far as...Ahem... Enjoying yourself goes, but saw at least 10 people being carried out before 6pm!. Stopped to see a few acts but in all honesty the gap in between artists was tooooo long. Im sure if you were right at the front, the atmosphere would've been much more enticing, but i'm afraid it just didn't do it for me and after finding a burger (Good i may add!), decided to call it a day. All previous advertising marketed it as a music event but I found it reminiscent of an adrenalin, hormonal fuelled school disco..... Or maybe I'm just getting old and need to dig out my knitting bag....
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Latest post on 06 April 2012 - 13:28
CJ was just going to suggest the same, perhaps they let little ones in at lunchtime? Great view but I know they don't allow them in the main bar .... Think if they went to the brunch it would be fine... But could work out expensive eh? Maybe if they explained the little ones disappointment the staff may let him go up and look for 15 mins or so.... Staff do love the children here and 4 yr olds have limited concentration lels(!!) so 15 mins would prob be sufficient! Hope they find somewhere... x
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Latest post on 06 April 2012 - 12:47
You could try The Observatory at JW Marriott in Marina. Not sure about their kids policy but great views from 52nd floor... HTH
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Latest post on 06 April 2012 - 09:42
Morning... Well we went to Chor Bazaar last night and have to say it was fabulous... The food was spot on, service great and the restaurant was practically full, so a real nice vibe to it. Infact i was impressed by the hotel in general. Stunning to look at, a lovely bar with a large terrace area and the other restaurants there looked nice too. The whole place had a really nice feel to it and will definately go back.....
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 18:55
Happy Birthday Nomad! You should've told us earlier - we could've thrown another Thursday Online Party *for you*! ;) Absolutely!! I had all the neccessary *equipment* but no one to party with!! Have a lovely evening Nomad... x
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 18:47
Couldnt pass by this thread without saying that Ibn Battuta hotel got the worse restaurants in Dubai, seriously it is a waste of money!! if you like Indian then you go for the Indian restaurant at Grosvenor house, small portions yes but very tasty. As for Italian, I recommend the Italian restaurant at Ritz Carlton JBR. Ah ha... Me thinks you don't like this hotel... *Taps nose and scratches chin*!!. Seriously though, thanks for info. Fancy Grosvenor House but its not in The Entertainer and made a rule to try and use as many vouchers as possible this year... Plus hubbys a cheap skate! lol
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 18:43
Happy Birthday Nomad!! Hope you are having a lovely day. x
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 14:55
I went to Cayo Coco about 5 years ago and loved it. Beaches were out of this world, food delicious with lots of different restaurants within the all inclusive resort and pool area lovely and relaxing. Some guests did the trip to Havana but we didn't. Although we did go to a cigar making factory which was interesting. Would go back in a flash... (To Cuba that is, not the cigar making factory...lol)
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 14:51
Thanks shamat. Maybe give that a try. Hubby loves Italian.... But dilema as i love Indian food.....lol.
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Latest post on 05 April 2012 - 12:53
Scary stuff khatooon. So glad you are ok. Well, ever so shaken up I would guess, but ok. As far as your bucket list is concerned, how about a sky dive. The thought is terrifying but everyone i know who have plucked up the courage to do it says it was one of the most exhilirating moments of their lives....... x
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 11:49
We had the same problem. Called them and they sent us an online bill which i printed off and paid that way. HTH
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 10:35
I think she looks like a horse. Lol...
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 10:34
Hi Granola Heard that Mrs Browns Boys is very funny. Not sure if its "downloadable" as i'm a complete technophobe but may be worth a try! And sympathise fully with the insomnia... Grrr
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 10:43
While I am not sure I would use the cattery we have however bought a large scratcher from them... http://www.petpalace.ae/information.htm Word of warning, if you buy a scratcher it comes flat packed and needs to be built upside down - DH had fun building it lol Lol... I chose one that was built... Display item... But the staff did vacuum it!!...Only in Dubai...
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 09:50
No probs. Hope you find one...... x
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 09:12
My friend had the same problem a few weeks ago when she left her apartment. RL (Robbing Landlord) actually asked them to move out as he wanted to sell...And when they did he "demanded" that a 5 year old sofa was dry cleaned, curtains too, chairs reupholstered, apartment painted and deep cleaned. Although none of these things were done when she moved in less than 2 years ago!! VERY frustrating! Oh and he still witheld most of the deposit......
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 08:57
Try looking on Dubizzle. They are usually on there if you dont want to pay pet shop prices... They generally start at about AED250 for a basic scratch post in pet shops.
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Latest post on 31 March 2012 - 08:54
Garlic, oxo cubes, salt, pepper??!
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 07:14
Have heard that the brunch at the Movenpick on the Walk is very good. The Talk is pretty good--we liked it. Although it's at the base of the Palm-not quite Marina--the One and Only brunch is one of my most favorite thus far. But then again, I haven't been to many different places. No its on JBR Walk! Great food... Service can be a bit to be desired though. You have to be abit...Ahem.... Vocal! Right, it is, but it's called "The Talk" if you are referring to the Movenpick's brunch. Hmmm... Yes its called The Talk.... And its at The Movenpick... And its on JBR Walk.... Phew!!
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Latest post on 29 March 2012 - 06:49
Have heard that the brunch at the Movenpick on the Walk is very good. The Talk is pretty good--we liked it. Although it's at the base of the Palm-not quite Marina--the One and Only brunch is one of my most favorite thus far. But then again, I haven't been to many different places. No its on JBR Walk! Great food... Service can be a bit to be desired though. You have to be abit...Ahem.... Vocal!
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 18:48
Lived next door at Marina Sail. Looked at the ARY but the pool half under the carpark put us off. 3 beds were very spacious though. And i doubt you could sneak into anywhere local!!
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Latest post on 28 March 2012 - 18:43
Years ago it might have been to do with my little one... But all grown up now so.. A big cuddle from my bessie when she knows i need it. Been a tough few months. and the reassurance she will always be there... No matter what.
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 09:53
Hi Roxdv Yes a pretty sundress and sandals will be just fine. Some people do REALLY dress up but many others just wear a nice dress. Even saw a few pairs of jeans.. :-) Enjoy.
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Latest post on 26 March 2012 - 09:53
Err.... Where did the OP go??!
 
 
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