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Latest post on 30 March 2011 - 21:52
It's the other way round in our house. Daddy puts our LO to bed every night, brushing her teeth and reading her a story. In fact, although I spend all day looking after her, as soon as daddy comes through the door, poor old mummy is persona non grata...! At 2.5 she is already a real daddy's girl.
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 19:27
great quiz! I only got 49.5 but in my defence, my 2.5 year old was playing the drums and I couldn't hear the tunes in my head, haha!
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Latest post on 29 March 2011 - 16:05
I think it's nice that the new girlfriend is trying to get Dad to be more involved, it shows she is responsible. My stepdad is a lovely chap, but used to be rubbish at keeping in touch with his kids after his divorce to their mum. My mum thought that was wrong and so started contacting them and inviting them round etc (this was 20-odd years ago, before facebook!). Dad and kids now get along, both sides making the effort to keep in touch. Did my mum do a bad thing by interfering? In my humble opinion I don't think so. Give this lady a chance, she may be the thing that pushes dad into more contact and a good father / son relationship. Surely it's worth giving it a go?
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Latest post on 28 March 2011 - 00:06
Hiya, can't really help as I am now back in the UK and my LO is pre-school anyway! Am sure you will get loads of help re schools etc but just wanted to post a reply to say 'welcome!' as it may be morning before you get many replies and I didn't want you to think you were being ignored! ;) As for smilies, when you post, click on the link below the 'add message' button that says 'smilies' and you will get a limited choice. Or you can type : and then ) or : and then ) or : and then D and you will get a :) or :) or :D when you press the 'add message' button! All the best for your move, Dubai is what you make it and can be a wonderful place! :)
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Latest post on 26 March 2011 - 17:02
400 ml condensed milk 400 ml double or whipping cream, whipped Throw in whatever flavouring you want... choc chips, couple tbsp's Tia Maria (if you are that way inclined ;) ), few drops vanilla flavouring, chopped strawberrries, anything really... Stir together well, put in bowl, freeze. Done. Delicious!!! (but don't count the calories!!!)
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Latest post on 25 March 2011 - 13:01
Very sad! The world seems to be falling apart at the moment one way or another. My thoughts are with all those affected wherever they are and however they are affected.
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Latest post on 25 March 2011 - 12:56
When an 8 year old says "I check every night for wrinkles, when I see some I want more injections." you know that no amount of slapping the mother is going to help now. Poor little girl, what warped view of what is 'beautiful' does she have? 8 year olds DON'T have wrinkles!!! And what kind of stupid is the mother for thinking that waxing an 8 year old 'down there' is going to stop hair growth permanently. If as an adult you chose to remove hair, fair enough, but an 8 year old cannot make that kind of judgement call. Besides, am fairly sure that hair removal in those regions does not make you into a star! And any mother that says "I'd rather she be perfect and have a little frozen face. Some people say her eyebrows look a little pulled already but they look striking." needs shooting. Oh I am so angry that if that mother came knocking on my door right now I would not be responsible for my actions.
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Latest post on 24 March 2011 - 21:16
First of all, sorry to hear of your loss, big hugs to you. If I was you I would take the job. I think if it was me it would help me to be able to help others in a similar / same situation. You can empathise with them and offer them honest comfort. I am sure there would be hard times when your loss is highlighted in others' situations and you are sad, but in the long run I think it would be a good, healing thing for you. Best of luck in your decision.
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Latest post on 20 March 2011 - 15:22
Susan, for what it's worth I know exactly what you mean. When I lived in Dubai I was the slimmest and fittest I had ever been at a UK size 8 - 10. I still felt 'large' and ugly! Now I'm a size 14, back in the UK and feel quite trim compared to many... Dubai is just full of extremes and because people are wearing summer clothes and tons of make-up, often bronzed too, as opposed to being hidden under layers of jumpers, coats and scarves, it's kind of thrown in your face a bit more. You are very slim for your height and no doubt gorgeous with it, no worries and no need to compare yourself with those vacuous skinny minnies who are probably starving and envious of you who can actually enjoy a pizza once in a while..! :)
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Latest post on 20 March 2011 - 14:52
Bump for "Jenny" Thanks! :) Bumping again on the off chance...
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Latest post on 19 March 2011 - 23:44
Was that through NHS , it seems very very cheap if private. It was £175, so about AED1000? This price was for the hypno one surely Yes, Pepps asked how much it was for what my sister had (which was hypno) and I replied :)
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Latest post on 19 March 2011 - 18:41
It was £175, so about AED1000?
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Latest post on 19 March 2011 - 18:21
My sister has just had her first hypno-gastric band session (out of two) in the UK, and she is very optimistic about it working as they went out for burgers and she only got through half of hers, usually she would eat hers, some chips and then polish off whatever her three kids had left... she has struggled all her life with her weight and by her own admission has no willpower. Don't know if they do this in Dubai but may be worth looking into before you go down the surgery route. She has tried every diet going and has even had 'weight-loss' hypnotherapy before with no joy, but this seems to be working somehow. Fingers crossed for her and for you too.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 16:17
Parents should be shot. I agree.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 16:12
That breaks my heart. :( You should have to go through rigorous psychological and background checks before you are allowed to have children. It's not like a 12 year old 'sneaking' alcohol with their friends without their parents knowledge is it/ That child has been force fed alcohol until it is used to it.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 15:58
Not saying that you are over reacting BUT my 2 yr old is constantly sick....ear infections, throat infections, scarlet fever (which he has right now) etc etc. How do you actually know that the child in question isn't genuinely sick and what possible delight would a mother get from constantly taking her child to the doctor or hospital????? sadly, it does happen. The mother may enjoy looking like super mom. She may love the attention. what kind of a freak does that? Read 'Sickened' by Julie Gregory, very sad.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 15:31
Princess Royal's my favourite. :) Me too, she's FAB!! :)
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 15:30
I like 'em! Wouldn't want to be one and wouldn't wish that pressure or scrutiny on anyone, especially in this day and age. People seem to forget they are only human under those titles. Virtually all of them, centuries past, have done silly (even stupid) things in their time but in the old days, little indiscretions were swept under the carpet, the Royal dignity protected, it's only in the last 30 years or so that the paparazzi seem out to hound the poor bu99ers and dish the dirt with great relish. They are an old-fashioned, quaint British institution, long may they stay, warts and all, bless 'em and their little royal cotton socks! :D
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 13:51
When I was discussing this with a good Muslim friend of mine quite some time ago and talking about God having the ultimate decision over when it's 'your time', and basically you can do what you want because it's out of your hands if you live or die he said that yes, that was true to a certain extent, but there is also another quote that kind of says that it's in your hands too, something like (and please don't take offence and shout at me if I have misquoted or got it totally wrong) "don't deliberately step on the tail of a tiger and expect me to save you". Is that right? I understood it to mean that whilst yes, you're here on earth until God decides it's time to go back to him, but that you should also take care of yourself. (A bit like that story about the man who drowns because he thought God would save him but had actually sent him a boat...). I think that would be a better quote to live by.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 13:40
CM I think you and sing off the same hymn sheet more often than not! edited by MrsMopp on 15/03/2011 A large dose of common sense with a helping of reality eh?! ;)
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 12:58
If all else fails, print one off the internet, trace it onto some cardboard, cut it out and hey presto, temporary cookie cutter!!
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 12:57
Its difficult not to be bothered by it when their actions can cause you/your family harm if a body was thrown from their car straight into your windscreen or under you wheel. Also, its not about lack of education, they put their seatbelt on to protect themselves but do not have the sense to buckle up their children. These children are too young to know or do it themselves in the main, so don't we have responsibility to protect them too? That's what I was thinking as I was reading the thread! Saying we should give leeway due to lack of education is nonsense in this day and age. It's common sense. You are strapping yourself in for a reason, why on earth wouldn't you do the same for your children?! And as someone else pointed out, in Dubai it is ALL nationalities, those that should know better and those that claim they haven't been educated any better. And I bet if you spoke to any one of them they would KNOW why they and their children should wear a seatbelt, they simply don't think that they need to! They have higher powers looking over them don't they? Or in the case of those that aren't religious - "It won't happen to them, they are such careful drivers!!"... Rubbish either way in my humble opinion. It's the little ones that are seriously maimed and have to live with the consequences of their parents actions, or the innocent driver that has to relive a child going under his wheels through no fault of his own for the rest of his life and ends up in jail that I feel sorry for.
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 19:35
No I wouldn't, but there's little chance of him asking as he can barely send an email, not sure he even knows what facebook is!
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 15:03
Using up what I have in the cupboard & fridge so it's toad in the hole for us! :) Sorry, not overly inspiring but yummy all the same!
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 15:01
I would like to be able to say 'never' as I hope my husband and I live a long and happy life together. And even if we were to divorce for any reason whilst our LO is still little I would hope custody could be an amicable 50/50. However, if for example he met someone else (and as long as that new person was a good person who would treat my LO as their own) and wanted to move away to another country I would not stop him taking our LO. He is a fabulous father, a much better father than I am a mother and I know in my heart of hearts that she would have a much better life with him than me being selfish and trying to keep her with me (which he would not contest as he is such a good man). I would hope that I would still be in her life and that she would come to me for holidays etc, but am I still walking away from her by not fighting to have her live full time with me? Am I a bad, selfish Mum? Maybe she would think so, I don't know, I would hope she would understand. It would break my heart not to be around her every day, but it would be the best thing for her. Sadly life isn't black and white and Mum isn't always the best option...
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Latest post on 14 March 2011 - 12:44
Turning THIRTY?! Aw bless, you're nowt but a bairn!! I just turned 39, so am in my last year of my 30's... am I worried about turning the big FOUR O? Nah, couldn't care less, age is just a number and I plan to follow in my Nana's footsteps - she is 97 next month, still wears high heels, has champagne & nibbles parties once a month with her friends and travels to Australia on her own to visit my cousin!! If she can do that at her age, goodness, there is nothing you can't do at 30!! :D Happy Birthday!
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 17:17
Congratulations Stovetop, hope it wasn't as traumatic as you were expecting! Enjoy your baby.
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Latest post on 12 March 2011 - 17:16
That is hilarious!! And so typical of Dubai. Definitely copy and paste onto the 'Overheard in MacDonalds thread'!
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 16:20
You are right Izzy, and I wouldn't want my LO to hear such words if I could help it, but then I wouldn't have taken her. Maybe the DJ, as he was local should have known better, but since Usher's lyrics contain such words, and presumably Dubai government knew this and still allowed him to perform, then can you really expect anything different from the warm-up act? Might be better if the power's-that-be didn't allow such artists in in the first place, which would be a shame, but would avoid any such problems. Mind you, I guess then there wouldn't be too many concerts in Dubai anymore... No Elton John, no Bryan Adams, certainly no Aerosmith or Bon Jovi... Better surely to do your homework, find out what kind of artist you are planning to see and maybe avoid the event if they have lyrics such as Usher does, which kind of sets the tone for the whole event. If the OP hadn't heard those words from the DJ, I think she may have still heard them in one of Usher's songs, would it still have been a problem? I'm guessing not if it was Usher singing them. Double standards maybe?
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Latest post on 11 March 2011 - 15:26
I'm sorry OP, but you shouldn't be taking your under 12's to an Usher concert if you don't want them to hear such words! I don't really know Usher, so just looked up some lyrics, as I would if my daughter wanted to go to such an event. And his lyrics aren't really appropriate for that age group. However, as others have said there have been other such songs through the years that we have all sung along to - but, if you don't want your children to be exposed to those kind of words, don't take them to that kind of concert... As for saying the DJ should be sacked (and whilst I agree he shouldn't really be swearing), he probably didn't realise you were there with your little ones with their sensitive ears... he probably thought the people who were there to see Usher and listen to his lyrics would know what they were going to listen to and wouldn't exactly be baying for him to lose his job because of a few swear words! From all accounts, his language was appropriate for the concert he was playing at. Not his fault you thought otherwise really. As for his DJing skills, can't comment on them...
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Latest post on 18 February 2011 - 18:49
Hello CheekyMonkey, she is going to Malham Tarn, Yorkshire Dales. How lovely, great part of the country, she'll have a fab time! In which case, she's going to need all the warm clothes she can muster. As SW says, waterproof trousers are a good way to go too! A waterproof coat with a removable fleece lining and built in hood are good. I got a nice one from Timberland and my husband has a lovely one from Columbia.
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Latest post on 18 February 2011 - 18:41
OO, my neck of the woods! Whereabouts in Yorkshire? Some bits are wilder than others haha! It [i'>could[/i'> be quite nice, as in just a nice thick woolly jumper, but to be honest it is more likely to be really, really, cold, wet and windy. I suggest lots of layers: vest type T-shirt, long sleeved T-shirt, fleece and coat. May need them all and if she is working outside will start off cold and then warm up and can take off a layer or two... I would also suggest nice thick tights to wear under her jeans / trousers and nice thick socks to wear inside her boots too! edited by Cheeky Monkey on 18/02/2011 Edited twice because I can't spell!! <em>edited by Cheeky Monkey on 18/02/2011</em>
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Latest post on 18 February 2011 - 12:48
It used to annoy me too at first but am used to it now and actually, if you have read a long thread and are checking back to see if there are any more comments then it is quite good that the thread is 'upside down' as you don't have to page down to the end to find the newest comments, so I suppose it's swings and roundabouts...
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Latest post on 17 February 2011 - 18:41
Hi, I used a wonderful lady from Satwa called Susie who hires them, don't have her number anymore, but when I did a quick search for her name on here, came up with a couple of threads that might be of use to you: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=91469 http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=94171 You could also try posting on the 'Pregnancy, Babies and Toddlers' section, someone there may be able to help.
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Latest post on 15 February 2011 - 17:42
I can sympathise with your friend a little, it must be hugely daunting to not only take on someone else's almost grown up child, but one with aspergers which can be tricky to deal with when you are familiar with the condition never mind if you are not. She also enjoys her childless life with her husband and understandably doesn't want to give that up. However, if mum has been looking after him all this time, then she deserves a break and why shouldn't dad step up? Your friend would have known her new husband had children, whether or not she was aware of the aspergers, and with that knowledge comes the possibility that they will become your responsibility at some point. If something had happened to the mother as opposed to her just wanting to study, would your friend have just thrown the boy onto the street? Of course not (at least I hope not...!). I suspect she is just in panic mode at her impending life change and as others have said, they all need to sit down together, rein in their feelings and sort out what is best for the boy. Once she learns what the boy is capable of and comes up with some ground rules she may come round. Through thick and thin and ups and downs is what marriage is all about, it would be sad if she forgot that.
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 16:32
Air Blue I think, from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stowaway [i'>On January 15, 2011, Qasim Siddique, a ninth grade student from Lahore fell to death from an Air Blue flight headed for Dubai which had taken off from Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore. His body was found on rooftop of a house located close to the airport. Reportedly, the residents of Street 5 in Al Faisal Colony, Lahore heard a loud bang as Qasim fell to his death between 9:10 and 9:15 pm. Pilot of the flight had contacted the control room immediately after take-off and reported a malfunction while closing a plane’s wheels, air traffic control sources said, informing the controllers a few minutes later that the problem had been rectified. Postmortem of Qasim confirmed that he fell to death. Police are still investigating the case which involves another missing boy who was friend of Qasim.[/i'>
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 15:54
Have a look at this thread, you may find a few leads that could help give you some ideas: http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=136741
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Latest post on 14 February 2011 - 12:45
Just got each other a nice card. No plans for later, we don't really bother with Valentines... his birthday was a couple of weeks ago and mine in a few weeks and we always make those special.
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 22:27
I think RB is over reacting and CL should resign and be well rid of the 'boss'. I guess to cover herself she should have asked if she could take the meat and give it to her own dogs instead of letting it go to waste, but RB's reaction is a bit OTT and smacks of a power trip to me. I thought by UK / US law (might be wrong, not sure where this happened either, just guessing) that anything in the bin is public property so technically CL could have thrown the meat into the outside bin and then taken it out again and RB would have had no right to whinge. Just my humble opinion. But having said that, if I had been RB and known CL had dogs, then I would have suggested she took it for them anyway. But then I'm also biased.... towards the dogs and the good meal they might have lost out on!!
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 22:12
Wouldn't bother me at all to be honest. What is it that bothers you (I don't mean that in a "what's up with you?" kind of way, I just mean that maybe if you can say what it is about it that bothers you then someone might be able to help?). Would you be bothered if it had been an old lady that had simply passed away? (i.e. not a problem with someone having just died there, but the way they died?). Is it someone you knew that you would remember constantly and feel sad about? As for what to do - Are you religious? If so maybe get someone in from your faith to bless the house before you move in. No I didn't know the person...but it's something that will be in my mind. I am religious and I will probably get a priest to bless the house. I just have a picture in my head( not a good one) and I'm worried it will be flashing at me when I'm there! I wouldn't feel the same if it was a natural death. Don't like the idea of abuse too! The fact of someone taken their life away bothers me. Maybe I'm just a chicken, I know I shouldn't worry about it, can't help thou. It may do at first, that is natural, but once your priest has blessed the place and you have your own things in there, you will make your own memories and the thoughts will fade. Good luck to you.
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 21:35
Wouldn't bother me at all to be honest. What is it that bothers you (I don't mean that in a "what's up with you?" kind of way, I just mean that maybe if you can say what it is about it that bothers you then someone might be able to help?). Would you be bothered if it had been an old lady that had simply passed away? (i.e. not a problem with someone having just died there, but the way they died?). Is it someone you knew that you would remember constantly and feel sad about? As for what to do - Are you religious? If so maybe get someone in from your faith to bless the house before you move in.
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 20:14
Aw bless! We all have our 'thing' I suppose. Get the Dettol wipes out and give them to DH to go and wipe the surfaces for you! What has he said about it all?
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 20:05
I'd be a bit annoyed that DH hadn't told me, but only because he might bot be covered by the insurance (a lot of policies only cover drivers over 25 or named drivers, check your policy). But I wouldn't care that he had touched the steering wheel, lol, what on earth do you think he was doing prior to touching the steering wheel, I'm quite curious?! Ask your DH, he may have only borrowed it, or even sat in it once. See what he says and then work out if it is worth being upset about.
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 19:07
Took advantage of sitting outside upfront to get a few last rays..... going along quite nicely.... then it started getting a little choppy, then we were very high up on the wave and crashing back down felt like we were hitting side on. Couldn't get back inside and clinging on for dear life. I remember seeing the captain's face through the window, terrified. They couldn't even keep a chain of men together to grab us and pull us in... awful and it felt like forever... Yikes! Now THAT'S my idea of a nightmare, I get seasick in the bath, you must have been terrified! :\:
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 19:06
Oooo CM that sounds sheer bliss!!! I'm coming round to the seaplane idea ....... :-) How scary is the take off / landing? I'm a strong swimmer so shouldn't really be too scared!! lol It really is amazing and the view is sooooo worth tackling any anxiety. Take off and landing are totally different to a normal big plane and let's face it - they are built to land on water, so if there are any problems, they would just glide back down onto the water... no worries, not like a big plane that isn't designed to do that. Honestly, apart from the noise, the seaplane is fab! It is such an unusual experience, that it's not like going on an ordinary plane!
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Latest post on 12 February 2011 - 18:49
I agree with Claire, the seaplane is fab, we chose our honeymoon island because we could go by plane! Sit by the window and your breath will be taken away by the view, you won't think about being scared. Also, the fact it is so noisy (take advantage of the free earplugs they offer you) and the pilot and 'cabin crew' are barefoot and it seems more like a bus ride than a plane ride! We went to Komandoo and had an amazing time, everything from the water villa we stayed in, to the massage in the little spa, to the dive school, to all the lovely staff, including room boy, to the fantastic (with a capital F) food... and I'm a very picky, fussy person. There wasn't a thing wrong with the place! Small and perfectly formed! :) Oh, now you have me wishing I was going again...
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Latest post on 11 February 2011 - 22:12
Yeah cheeky monkey technically you are right, but i guess i am thinking more a hobby that pays. Whats oriflame? Sadly, I think in the UAE that's technically the same thing... earning money that a sponsor hasn't sponsored you to do... but again, there are lots of people who do it that don't get into trouble, so good luck finding something.
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Latest post on 11 February 2011 - 20:22
Do you know what grade the job is being advertised at as that will better determine your 'extras'. Pay varies within each grade and depending on your experience / nationality etc then you may get more, but accomodation / transport allowance etc goes by grade. If you want something with a garden (i.e. a villa) then you may well have to put quite a bit to. If they offer you accomodation instead of an allowance, be very careful as you won't get a villa unless you are married with children and don't forget, might not be a good idea to mention your other half as it is illegal to live together unless you are married (although as we know lots do, but don't be swan up saying you need a villa as you have a partner and a dog... lol! ;) ).
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Latest post on 11 February 2011 - 20:16
But wouldn't it be illegal to do extra work on the side? I thought (but could well be wrong, I often am!) that you can only work for your sponsor.
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Latest post on 11 February 2011 - 17:17
No, I never felt obliged. If there was a good reason, such as a deadline then I would stay to help, but other than that, just to show my 'devotion'? No way, I worked to pay the bills and had a life out of work (even if it was just watching TV) so was out like a shot. Never had a problem, was even respected by many for having the guts to do it. I managed my time during work well, and got done whatever I needed to. However, in the current down turn, I know a lot of people are desperate to keep their jobs so are trying to prove their 'worth' and that if anyone should be sacked it shouldn't be them... sadly it probably won't save them, but I understand why people do what they feel they have to.
 
 
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Remembering an Extraordinary Woman: A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

10 reasons why expat women love the UAE

10 Reasons Why the UAE is a Popular Choice for Expat Women

6 Common Fears of Moving Abroad By Yourself and How to Overcome Them

Moving to the UAE Alone: 6 Common Fears and How to Overcome Them

Ultimate Babyshop Baby and Toddler Travel Packing List

These Baby Travel Essentials Are Must-Haves For Your Next Family Getaway

Requirements to apply for a UAE Golden Visa

How Do I Obtain a UAE Golden Visa? Requirements, Eligibility, and Process Explained

5 Tip for Expats to Survive Long-Distance Relationships

5 Tip for Expats to Survive Long-Distance Relationships

Opening a bank account in the UAE

A Newcomer to the UAE? What to Consider When Choosing a Bank for Opening an Account

Culture shock in the United Arab Emirates for expats

14 Ways You Will Experience Culture Shock in the UAE

Why you shouldn't upload your resume on your LinkedIn profile

5 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Upload a Resume to Your LinkedIn Profile

10 Secrets to Happiness as an Expat

10 Secrets to Finding Happiness as an Expat

4 Ways to Network as an Expat

4 Ways to Network as an Expat

8 Expat Problems That Are Just Too Real

8 Expat Problems That Are Just Too Real

How to Make New Friends in a Foreign Country

How to Make New Friends in a Foreign Country

Top 10 Countries with the Best Quality of Life

Top 10 Countries with the Best Quality of Life

The best European cities for new expats

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The Best Cities in Europe for Expat Arrivals

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10 Amazing Things To Do In Iceland

How to Make Your Own Life as an Expat and Why It’s Important

How to Make Your Own Life as an Expat and Why It’s Important

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Why Seychelles is One of the Best Holiday Destinations

The Real Expat: Chasing Your Dreams to Find Your True Purpose

The Real Expat: Chasing Your Dreams to Find Your True Purpose