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Latest post on 21 October 2012 - 16:28
Have you tried Daiso? They have lots of small bags in all shapes and colours both paper and plastic.
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Latest post on 21 October 2012 - 16:11
Thanks for this advice, but does your toenail continue to grow into your toe? Not if I do this regulary enough and keep prying it up to normal position.
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Latest post on 21 October 2012 - 15:51
I am currently 'managing' an ingrown nail, my method which I have to say is not out there on the web as far as I know provides relief from the pain and stops it getting worse. This is what I do, last thing at night soak my foot in a basin of warm water with a few drops of tea tree oil for about 10 mins or until the water goes cold. Then dry the foot and apply a nice dollop of raw shea butter and put on a cotton sock and leave it all night. In the morning wipe off any excess and ease the nail to normal postion as much as comfortable very gently and trim if necessary. I have been doing this for about two years and my ingrown is quite tolerable. As an added benefit I find the shea butter really works a treat at making my feet soft too, often do both feet although only one has the nail problem. worth a try and will not hurt. hth ETA Ideally the the shea butter needs to be raw and live, as this will provide additonal healing and anti bacterial and anti inflamatory effect, not the processed perfumed kind. <em>edited by Di@DXB on 21/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 11:28
pls can someone explain where exactly one is to put the broom handle or metal?..(looking at my door and wondering..) Put it in the lower track where the sliding window runs, place it when the window is closed so it fits between the side of the frame and the end of the track preventing the window from sliding open.
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 09:19
Daiso have the cheapest, Geant have plenty too and not expensive. C4 have too about the same price as Geant.
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 09:12
Sorry for the stupid question, Basil, but what happens at the dubai end. Do Empost deliver it to my door or does it go to a PO box? If you mean for a package sent from Oz by AusPost it will go to your PO box, at least a parcel sent to me that way did.
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 08:49
Without knowing your exact budget I'd say go to [url=www.justrentals.com '>link[/url'>and put in a map search for the area you consider. You will see plenty of properties there. Cannot recommend a particular agent sorry. hth
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 08:43
My LL will not let me fit locks on the ground floor windows or doors at all even though I had an intruder in the middle of the night. I have put the metal pole on the sliding doors, but wonder if there is any other way to make windows more secure without drilling locks onto them, any ideas?
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 08:31
If you are really getting swamped with invites maybe limit the number of parties per child per month, and make a monthly wall chart with each of your kids names, list the dates of parties they are invited to, and tell the kids they can choose by putting a sticker on the chart which party each of them will attend up to a max of whatever. (that's up to you) That way you kids will not be angry or dissapointed so much if they have chosen the parties they want to go to. You also will have a good visual of your schedule.
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Latest post on 20 October 2012 - 06:07
I'm pretty sure you can sell anything handmade there, at previous events I've seen things being sold that were not handmade at all too. Since the thread advertising tables for the event is now gone best contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
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Latest post on 19 October 2012 - 16:02
The Skynet Oz website has been down for the last few days but its back now, no idea what their rates are from there to here, its very cost efective from this side. This should work now http://www.skynetexpress.com.au/index.asp Their agent in Australia is Toll Prioirty I think you can get rates on their website here www.tollpriority.com.au/portal/page/portal/TOLL_PRIORITY/Home Otherwise I would guess the next best would be AusPost. Here's the AusPost calculator for comparison http://auspost.com.au/products-and-services/postage-assessment-calculator.html <em>edited by Di@DXB on 19/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 19 October 2012 - 08:34
Best vacumn I ever had was a Meile, nothing like them IMO. Don't have one here, but always buy Meile in the UK. The showroom is in Sama Tower TC roundabout. http://www.miele.ae/ae/domestic/home.htm map http://www.miele.ae/ae/domestic/imagedetail.aspx?img=/media/haushalt/VGUAE/Location-map1-02.PNG&fullImage=1
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Latest post on 19 October 2012 - 07:50
Love Bentoya too, and Geant in Ibn Battuta has a chef who makes fresh sushi there everyday.
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Latest post on 19 October 2012 - 07:24
Bloomsburys in Dubai Mall do a very nice afternoon tea, the menu is every bit as good as the Burj, not the same view of course, but not the same prices either. http://ilovebloomsburys.com/ The website says 55dhs per person-that doesn't sound enough-is it? Yes, the set afternoon tea menu is dhs55. That includes sandwiches, scones, brownies, mini meringues, cupcakes, blondies and financiers along with your choice of teas. It was really more than enough for us and they were happy to put what we could not finish into a doggie bag. Lovely staff too. ETA It is an outlet in the Mall so not a hotel type of 'champagne experience' with city or sea views or anything, but if you just want a quality afternon tea and then do the mall it would suit. <em>edited by Di@DXB on 19/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 15:48
Bloomsburys in Dubai Mall do a very nice afternoon tea, the menu is every bit as good as the Burj, not the same view of course, but not the same prices either. http://ilovebloomsburys.com/
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 15:07
As BettysHotpot says you can go to his partner Dr Christopher, I went to him for an emergency broken tooth when Dr Madhu was away, he fixed it up fine and was very gentle like Dr Madhu.
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 15:01
I have seen both bandanas and boas in Daiso Ibn Battuta mall in the past. They should have them.
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 14:47
It says 3 years old and over here [i'>Actimel is suitable for everyone from age 3 upwards when consumed as part of a healthy balanced diet and lifestyle. It is not formulated to meet the specific nutritional requirements of an infant or young child. If you have any concerns about consuming Actimel we recommend that you talk to your GP[/i'> http://www.actimel.co.uk/About/FAQs.aspx
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 14:26
Thanks for the warning. Wonderful, and for once I have not just washed the car when this happens! Bring on the rain :)
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Latest post on 18 October 2012 - 10:33
If you are still hunting tartan I saw a few items yesterday in Max, they had dresses in tartan up to age 2 and pinafore dresses in older sizes as well as a skirt that was a sort of tartan mix. hth
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 18:33
Do you mean the Safa Park Market? That's the first Saturday of every month. Don't know of another event there. [url=http://www.dubai-fleamarket.com/'>link[/url'>
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 09:32
My dear, this is life in Dubai. It is too hot (engineering-wise) for the construction companies to pour concrete during the day - it must be done at night. This is all over the UAE - Dubai is a noisy and bright city - this is a fact. Also, life here is 24X7 with the rest time during the middle of the day - during the heat. Often workers are asleep much of the day and working all night. This is part of living in Dubai - no getting around it. It's true that construction companies get permits to work all night, that is for open building sites where things like concrete need to be poured in cooler temps. But this case for the OP is a residential building where drilling is being done indoors at night so I don't think its something she has just got to accept if it continues on a nightly basis. She should first call the police and make a complaint and then if it persists contact DM.
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 09:20
I have sent a letter to 7days asking them to investigate the disappearance of American turkey products from our shelves. We are at least owed a proper explanation. My kids have turkey sandwiches every day and this is a real pain not having turkey. Have also sent a letter to Butterball asking what is going on and when they are going to return. I see other makes of turkey roasts and smoked turkey on the deli counters, are those not ok or the same? Could you not use them instead for the sandwiches, just wondering what is the difference as I have not tried either. <em>edited by Di@DXB on 17/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 07:22
You could try Dubai Municipality, there is a dept for noise related issues and they have set standards for the level of decibels permitted and working hours for construction, call 800 900 and ask for the dept concerned. Unless they have a 24 hour permit they are breaking the law.
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Latest post on 17 October 2012 - 07:03
Etisalat application forms for re-registering sim cards are available online too. http://www.etisalat.ae/eportal/en/images/docs/mobilereregistration.pdf Thank you so much for the link, I have been going everyday and the queues are always horrendous. I note that the TRA has extended the deadline too, surprise! http://gulfnews.com/business/telecoms/tra-to-extend-sim-card-re-registration-by-three-months-1.1089725
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 19:39
The ESTA is a visa waiver in electronic version. It only provides VW eligible passport holders clearance to get on a plane to the US. When you arrive you will be given a 90 days visa, that visa is not replaceable for a work visa and it is usually not extendable. If you state intention to stay indefinitly upon arrival you could be refused even the 90 day visa, the officer at arrivals has absolute discretion to give out a visa or not. Better to job hunt and apply for a work visa.
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 19:21
Someone said that you can get a credit card to purchase things without getting it from a bank. They said a petrol stations you purchase them like a gift card, say for 1,000dhs more or less. you can then purchase things online using them. I know back in OZ you can buy these at Aust post. Great for teenagers when you dont want them to have your CC. Not sure if you are you asking about the card or just informing, yes there are Visa gift cards and you can get them in the supermarkets too and its better to buy them there rather than the petrol stations as the credit amount will take much longer to appear on the card but in the shops its instant when you load them. The cards can be loaded up to 3k max and cannot be topped up. There are also charges when you use them and the rates of exchange for international purchases are pretty steep. A good way to securely shop online though.
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 18:53
Have you tried The Gardens, the rents are about 60k for the 2 beds I think. Nakheel do the leasing.
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 16:59
Marlin Food have wild salmon and other seafoods, they deliver too. I tried the smoked salmon it was superb. http://www.marlinfood.com/
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 09:35
According to this article there has been no official announcement from the UAE yet http://www.emirates247.com/news/emirates/longer-eid-holidays-for-uae-private-sector-saudi-announces-eid-on-oct-25-holidays-from-oct-24-2012-10-16-1.478052
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 09:24
Well I wish they would put the same amount of energy to rounding up those illegal "massage" service providers that keep littering my doorstep with their "business" cards! I get them every night on my car!! There are a flippin plague, sick of picking up their dirty cards every day.
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 09:21
Well I wish they would put the same amount of energy to rounding up those illegal "massage" service providers that keep littering my doorstep with their "business" cards!
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 09:14
So how are they going to check inside people's homes, just storm in and ask everyone for their passports?
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 09:08
Oasis Gas 050 3556765 Elite Gas 050 5787087 050 7940067 hth
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Latest post on 16 October 2012 - 07:57
You may find the washing soda at the places mentioned on the other thread too, it comes and goes in Safestway. Can be out of stock for weeks and then re-appear. Hope you find them. Best of luck!
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 15:07
Washing soda is available in Safestway, not seen Borax myself but a few sightings have been reported in this thread http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=176029 hth
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 08:49
There is a cheaper alternative if you prefer and they will collect from your location too. Just as good service and door to door delivery time. http://www.skynetworldwide.net/
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 07:59
DD used to go to Craftland, enjoyed it a lot. http://www.mycraftland.com/classes.html
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 07:56
Does it have to be DHL?
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 07:55
Has anyone got an answer to the OP's question? The problem is greater than finding a private contractor, I posted the name of a company who does private refuse collection, the problem is Emaar will not let private firms work- according to another poster here. So that solution does not seem to be an option anymore. I don't have the latest on this but as far as I know things still stand as they are.
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Latest post on 15 October 2012 - 07:24
Yes Jax1, I have recommended him before, the parents I know were very happy the time he DJ'd for them at their home and said they would definitely use him again. He is cheaper than most but if you want him to do a teens event at your home he is fine for that and the feedback I got was the kids all had great fun and loved the party. ETA I think he has some of his 'demo mixes' online somewhere, you could ask him for the link so you can listen to his work. <em>edited by Di@DXB on 15/10/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 October 2012 - 19:30
I have been researching air purifiers this week, I found this article very helpful in deciding what features I need the unit to have for the purpose I need. http://www.allergyescape.com/air-purifiers.html Some units have only one of the features described here and therefore function only for that specific need, ie a HEPA filter alone which would only remove allergens and some bacteria, while other have two or more features such a carbon activated filter and Ionizer technology which are more multi functioning. hth
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 17:45
Oh no, I used to love their decorations, they had such not run of the mill things. Did they relocate?
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 17:42
Not a pretty picture at the Etisalat outlet today, queued for 45 mins only to be told at the counter when I reached my turn that they are out of re-registration forms! Could they not have announed that to everyone waiting! There were at least 25 people behind me too who had waited just a long.:( TGIT
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Latest post on 11 October 2012 - 07:48
There's one advertised with this agent http://www.dubairentalproperties.com/Property.aspx?i=6811 hth
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 18:50
You can try watching youtube makeup tutorials, I learn new techniques everyday. Try this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq4cV3Goc8g The OP posted this question on 25th July for a wedding that was going to take place that week. So probably would have done the make up by now!
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 17:58
Daiso have costumes and accessories, clothing sets, hats, pumpkins, and collection bags for the goodies too, all at dhs9 each, you could kit each child out easily for under dhs30.00
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 17:20
Make a complaint to the Economic Dept Consumer Rights office, you have followed all steps to resolve this and not had a satisfatory outcome "•If you are not satisfied with the retailers response please contact the consumer protection section at DeD." http://www.consumerrights.ae/aspx/consumers/after-you-buy-goods-services.aspx
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 16:54
Just saw a horrendous queue at the Etisalat outlet in the mall, guess its all those who have had the sms trying to beat the deadline on the 16th.
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Latest post on 10 October 2012 - 10:17
You can buy extra miles if you want to make up enough, I have done that when I've been just a few thousand miles short and then bought the upgrade. Depending on how short of miles you are it can be worthwhile if you want to do the upgrade.
 
 
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