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Latest post on 24 January 2012 - 11:15
I don't know anyone who admits to using it. I would love to turn up to a coffee morning, just to see if I could catch anyone.
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Latest post on 24 January 2012 - 10:34
Why not just tell the truth?
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Latest post on 23 January 2012 - 14:19
So what is the actual temperature in Dubai at the moment?
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Latest post on 23 January 2012 - 14:04
I think that it would depend on several things. Firstly, what was the teacher testing for? If it was a quick test to ensure that a younger child could undertand and apply a particular technique, then yes, I would have marked it incorrect. It is important to master techniques using simple examples before you apply them to more difficult calculations. Sometimes it is easy to see the correct answer without using the taught method, but it will go badly wrong when the numbers get harder. Does the teacher deserve your support for trying to ensure that your child has the best possible foundation in maths? If on the other hand, it was a formal test that would affect the child's future (secondary school applications etc) then it should have been marked as correct. The bottom line of any "proper" maths exam is the answer. You can get some marks for having the correct working out, but the wrong answer, but you should always get 100% if the answer is correct.
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Latest post on 18 January 2012 - 08:39
It mentioned in the article that you would need to take an ID card when you renewed your visa, but I'm pretty sure that the processes are not tied together yet. DH got his new visa last week with no ID card and nothing was said. He still has no ID card. Do you think that we should leave it until they extend the deadline again? ;)
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Latest post on 18 January 2012 - 08:27
I ordered a book that did not arrive. When I contacted them, they refunded me immediately. The book arrived a week later (of course) and when I tried to make the payment, they refused. The book was "complimentary". The company is fantastic, but I am not sure how they make make a profit.
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Latest post on 17 January 2012 - 11:05
Hello, my name is Chewit. I have been a member of EW for 3 years now, but am guilty of (ab)using the site for information exchange. Humble apologies and many thanks for information recieved in both the past and future. <em>edited by Chewit on 17/01/2012</em>
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Latest post on 15 January 2012 - 10:07
As soon as my DD started talking, she had a V posh English accent and still has. Odd because my husband and I are both Scottish, and we certainly didn't mix with particularly plummy people.
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Latest post on 09 January 2012 - 11:24
Me too. I had a phone call from the delivery man, then nothing. He stopped answering his phone too! I contacted someone via the website. They promised to rearrange delivery, but that was a week ago...
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Latest post on 05 January 2012 - 12:35
Does anybody know how to get hold of an EW diary...anyone?
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Latest post on 30 November 2011 - 10:48
Thanks for your generosity guys. I have some tricky guests coming soon and was stumped for ideas; spag bol just wouldn't cut it this time. Lots of great recipies to try out now. :)
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Latest post on 15 November 2011 - 12:58
I often wondered about this too. Surely there are different types and ages of water heater that have better or worse thermostats. I personally would not trust mine! Also, when I have a bath, I empty the tank. Do I heat it up again immediately to be hot for the next time, or wait until I need it? Unless you use small but frequent amounts of hot water, like in the kitchen, it must be more economical to let the tank sit at room (or roof) temperature.
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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 11:33
I have to use strong flour in my machine. This is specifically for bread making and has a high gluten content.
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 11:27
Well I never knew that.
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Latest post on 01 November 2011 - 10:50
To me this thread is as enlightening as the vellery one. I will be eating that vellery tonight! :cool:
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Latest post on 31 October 2011 - 09:38
Thanks momoftwo. Sounds like a vegetable curry is on the menu for tomorrow night. :)
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Latest post on 25 October 2011 - 10:57
I feel just the same Fr!zzyBusY. I have re-started 3 times now and get bored after a week. I even cheated and jumped to level 2 for a change. Still no good.:(
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Latest post on 09 October 2011 - 12:55
She did more than I would normally do if I really was cleaning my house. Maybe I should get a maid...
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Latest post on 09 October 2011 - 12:47
I have a friend living at Victory Heights (maybe it is you)and her DEWA was 8000 AED last month (no swimming pool). She has queried the bill and had the meter checked and has now made the decision to move out. You could pay off a mortgage with that kind of money!
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Latest post on 13 September 2011 - 10:47
Our visa is up for renewal in December but we do not have an ID card yet. Do we rush out and get one now, then go through it all again in January or can we do it at the same time as the visa. Is there a link in the processes yet?
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Latest post on 12 September 2011 - 09:40
Thanks for the suggestions. I can imagine shoving a poor little kitty up through a roof tile then never seeing it again. Anbody know where to buy rat traps?
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Latest post on 12 September 2011 - 09:22
At least I think it's a rat, but it is very noisy. I'll swear it was slamming doors last night. But surely you can't put poison up there, it would be blowing through the air vents along with rotting rat carcass for months. Breakfast anyone?
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Latest post on 13 June 2011 - 12:23
Hmm not too bad. Thanks Dubaistar
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Latest post on 08 June 2011 - 13:57
Very difficult situation, Sue R's suggestion is good but that will only work with certain nationalities unfortunately. It may be worth him just biding his time and seeing if there will be a softening of approach once the RM has settled into his position. I'd advise your DH to catalogue all the events in minute detail so he has a detailed account of everything so if things do become untenable he can raise issues with head office. My DH's GM used to want to ok every letter, email decision, so my DH bombarded him with everything, cc'd him into all correspondence etc and he soon stopped asking to see and approve everything. Apart from the sheer volume of paperwork he kept sending him I think his GM soon realised that he could trust DH to do the right thing, it just took time for the relationship to develop and for the GM to trust in DH's decision making skills. edited by Dally on 08/06/2011 Exactly the same thing happened to me when my boss arrived. I cc'd him on every single piece of rubbish that was emailed to me and deferred to him on everything. He soon lost interest and got on with his job instead of doing mine. We get on very well now.
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Latest post on 07 June 2011 - 11:31
Ahhh! Petrol is the best smell in the world. Sorry, that was not very helpful. But Ahhh! :)
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Latest post on 25 May 2011 - 13:24
Do the fakes last well or fall apart after a few outings? 600dhs is still a lot to pay if the quality isn't good.
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Latest post on 19 May 2011 - 16:53
well ladies thanks for all the input! i just can't afford to spend a lot on carpets...luckily enough i found a carpet guy who is starting his business here...bought 4 carpets from him...don't know if they're "real" persian silk or not...but they feel a lot like what i've seen in shops, and cost a LOT less. they look beautiful, feel fabulous to my toes, and i doubt very seriously anyone is going to ask to see their certificates when they visit. cheerios...i'm pleased!! :) Oh do tell. How much is "a lot less" and what is his number? :)
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Latest post on 10 May 2011 - 21:15
Hah, just did a search on S.miller. Up to exactly the same tricks!
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Latest post on 10 May 2011 - 21:10
I must admit that I am getting sick of the amount of advertising that is creeping in at the moment. I understand that EW is a powerful marketing tool, but it is a shame that we have to read all recommendations with a pinch of salt. And what is with the user name change half way through the thread?
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Latest post on 04 May 2011 - 16:28
I'm looking for garden furniture (dining table and chairs).Does anyone know if they have any at Pinkys or Luckys?
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Latest post on 02 May 2011 - 10:21
Does anyone have an opinion on other brands of ereaders? I have heard that non-kindle downloads are cheaper.
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Latest post on 27 March 2011 - 12:41
Definitely depends on your trigger. For me it's organic dust so I am far better over here. No heavy, ancient carpets, curtains or plants.
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Latest post on 24 March 2011 - 11:56
I have this image of the OP typing the final word of her post, slamming shut her computer, tossing it into a removal box and walking out of the door; her head held high and never looking back. She's gone, leaving us to bicker amongst ourselves.;) Goodbye Mamaballs and good luck.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 19:20
The culture, the culture! Ancient, developed or cutting edge modern.
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Latest post on 15 March 2011 - 18:56
I saw one that was new to me yesterday; a kid sprawled over the dashboard with the driver craning his neck to see over her. I must say, she looked very comfortable basking in the sun!:\:
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Latest post on 10 February 2011 - 11:49
I'm sure I saw them in Park n Shop on the left as you go in the door.
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Latest post on 09 February 2011 - 13:36
got nothing useful to add, but you might have to change your username to suckit :D Erm..that is a bit of an insult where I come from! Do you think I'd get away with it?
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Latest post on 09 February 2011 - 13:07
Always tell your dentist it is an emergency! ;) So funny this post - because of your name! :D Yup, not hard to see how the damage was done!
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Latest post on 01 February 2011 - 17:52
Clear as mud;)
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Latest post on 01 February 2011 - 16:28
What colour were they and what colour are they now?
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Latest post on 27 January 2011 - 09:36
I phoned to ask about laser hair removal and was told the same thing. However, I asked her for an estimate and she was happy to give me a price range. When I went for the consultation, the actual price was at the lower end of the scale. With a 400dhs voucher from a discount website, I ended up paying 600 dhs for a complete bikini line (probably 6 sessions with touch ups). Only had one session but happy so far!
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Latest post on 15 January 2011 - 13:08
Our Campomatic fridge broke two weeks after the one year warranty expired. The handle completely snapped off, the back split open and it leaked water onto the floor. For 100 dhs, The repair man stuck what looked like chewing gum over the crack then said that there was nothing more to be done.
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Latest post on 12 January 2011 - 12:02
OK, OK. The microwave was good, but I'm not sure about microwaved beef joint for dinner tonight, and it will not fit in the kettle:( <em>edited by Chewit on 12/01/2011</em>
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Latest post on 12 January 2011 - 11:59
Super skinny, overly groomed women are just advertising a deeply unattractive self-obsession. If you had the time and money that they have, think of all of the other great things that you could do! When my husband gets home from work, he is more interested in my mood than my hairstyle. If you are feeling depressed, it does affect those close to you. If a bit of exercise and a trip to the hairdresser lift your mood then go for it and enjoy!
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Latest post on 11 January 2011 - 13:56
:)
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Latest post on 11 January 2011 - 13:46
Used to call it a building site in the desert, but things have changed a bit since then.
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Latest post on 09 January 2011 - 12:56
Oh dear, a little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Plants photosynthesise during the day, when they use light energy to convert water and carbon dioxide to oxygen. The carbon fixed in this process is what "feeds" the plant, however, the plant also "breathes" just like us ie. oxygen going in and carbon dioxide coming out. During the day, more oxygen is produced than carbon dioxide, but at night there is no light energy, no photosynthesis and therefore a greater output of carbon dioxide than oxygen. Nurses would not waste their time lugging plants in and out of wards without good reason!
 
 
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