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Latest post on 16 March 2012 - 16:09
Indeed ;) Loooking forward to tomorrow :D Please come along ladies to help raise awareness. This year is especially important as the UN have officially recognised the 21st of March as World Down Syndrome Day ( WDSD). The date was chosen to symbolise the 3rd copy of the 21st chromosome. Also, UAE Down Syndrome society are hosting 3 days of events to mark WDSD 2012 at Dubai Mall starting from the 21st to the 23rd March. http://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/united-arab-emirates
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 23:20
Your lovely daughter will grow up with sensitivity and better understanding of those people less fortunate than ourselves who have to put up with this every day for the rest of their lives. Hope she makes a speedy recovery. Like :) I was just about to say this same thing. My son gets stared at all the time, & he always will. It used to bother me & sadden me before...a lot. All types of people stare at my child. What bugs me most, esp here, are the stares my child gets from some "educated adults" or "working professionals" ( you get what I mean?)....I can't think of a name to the look they give...but that really cuts me up & upsets me. The others I don't mind, they haven't been exposed to disablilties so much, so you can raise an awareness within them and if they ask any questions I just answer as I would when a child asks me why my DS can't speak, or why he "looks different". Of course I smile and carry on as usual and they see for themselves....In time there'll be enough awareness and exposure here that people won't look twice, it takes time that's all. Hope you daughter gets well soon :)
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Latest post on 09 March 2012 - 12:23
:( Sorry to hear your news NiP. It does feel rubbish being so far away, esp at times like these. I know you can't be there all the time, but you can Sky!e her regularly. When my father was ill I used to skype him everyday, it was about the only thing I could think of doing for "us" being so far away. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your mum
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 19:58
So can we quote the KHDA regulation if schools ask for another amount other than the 500aed? Do the schools "care" is another question....
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 19:47
I would cut out the daytime nap all mine stopped napping at age 1 and went to bed with no problems from 7pm to 7am. mine were the same now they are in school, it's dinner at 5.30/6pm, shower, teeth & share a book in bed. My youngest will sneak a toy into bed with him to play. But lights are out at 7.30pm latest :) try and keep the consistency going it'll become routine in no time :)
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 19:41
Funny because when I was there for an assessment , the lady very specifically said it would cost Aed 1000 for the assessment payable on the day. AED500 for registration on starting & a deposit to hold the place "if offered". They do have places, but the assessment was no guarantee, so they say. IMHO they play these mind games with the parents, to get them all flustered.
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 10:21
Star are assessing now btw & they don't charge an assessment fee. I am so against this assessment fee, esp if your child doesn't get offered a place! I went to Raffles South the other day & they were asking for Aed1000!!!!! I said I would think about it! Cheeky I thought! Your son is young of course he's going to become a little upset as he's in an unfamiliar environment. I hope you find something soon :)
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Latest post on 08 March 2012 - 10:09
Please don't feel bad Orchard. The assessment system is unfair here especially for children as young as 3 & 4. My DS had an assessment recently for FS2. This was our second time at the same school. The first time he wouldn't let go of my hand and flopped to the floor crying. When we eventually got him into the classroom he wouldn't speak with the teacher. The second time was much better ( I must admit I did bribe him ). I sat alongside him too, maybe you could suggest they allow you to do the same? (sit with him that is ). Lasted 20/30 mins approx! May I ask did they charge you an assessment fee? eta: Don't lose hope and stay positive :) He will get a place in FS1, maybe these schools weren't the right schools for him just now. May I just add, I have no idea which school my DS will be going to in September either!I was stressing too but now I've changed my mindset, I know he'll get into a school eventually,as people are always moving out of the country. I hope it's the best one for him, and if it isn't I'll homeschool him till I find the right school for him :) Good Luck :) <em>edited by coco pops on 08/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 22:46
If someone treated his mother/sister/daughter like that he would get so angry surely, wouldn't he?. So is this waitress not someones sister/daughter too?!!! Maybe, this is what he has grown up with, he doesn't see anything wrong with his actions. Some cultures think it's the sign of being a "MAN" to show the upper hand. Doesn't justify his actions though....he needs to have a few lessons in respect and patience me thinks.
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 22:33
Oh my sister had some trousers stitched from here and she was really happy with what the tailors did for her. They did it within 3 days and charged AED50. They are in Meena Bazaar, they are called Sage Tailors. She used Waris ( the tailors name) Let me know if you want their number :)
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 22:26
I don't blame you for feeling sorry for this man - i would too...and you feel guilty that he might be deported..If it was me i would be trying to rescue him too. Yes he knew what he was doing but the OP knows how intimidating this company can be - we don't know what they threatened him with if he didn't obey. Sad story all round and i hope the man's situation has a happy outcome. Ditto Also agree with AA. I do believe though even though the man knew right from wrong, maybe he had no choice. There are some seriously corrupt companies out there. If the young man does end up getting deported, it may well be a blessing in disguise for him; a chance to be rid from the company he works for. I know it won't be nice for him to be alone in a homeland he's never been to before. I hope this is a lesson for him and he choses the right path in life. As for the corrupt company, well this young lad was just a "pawn" (?) for them, they'll find another naive man to do their dirty work for them. I really hope they get found out! btw, if the young man does get deported, after how long can he re-apply to come back? Or, is it a lifetime ban? Please don't feel guilty, remember, you're the victim x <em>edited by coco pops on 07/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 17:58
Get a room at a very nice and watch movies in birthday suit in bed :-P *Noted* ... :D any deals on at the moment? Am I asking for too much? :D No idea on deal, but remember - the most important thing is to enjoy each other whatever you end up doing! Watch movies? I think we need to pull up Marianas post on what to do in a hotel room (the words whore dress are involved) :D[/quote was that a TNT by any chance?
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 17:55
The first time DH & I had the chance to go out we went to the movies too then had coffee outside at the Marina. It was lovely, even people watching was a joy! That was ages ago, need to arrange another one soon! Have fun whatever you decide to do :)
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 17:42
That is so sad! No-one deserves to be treated like that! I hope someone made/makes a complaint.
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Latest post on 07 March 2012 - 11:42
I managed to log on this morning....no problems
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Latest post on 04 March 2012 - 00:31
coco pops replied : Three vouchers for each attraction..... eta...well I have three and I've not used any of them yet.... edited by coco pops on 03/03/2012 soooo, you`re giving away the aquaventure ones? ;) hahaha nice try!
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Latest post on 04 March 2012 - 00:28
I started driving from day one of me moving here, and I find it ok. I was really worried about it before, but I had no choice, I had to drive. Yes,there are some silly drivers here, esp on the SZR Rd. I'd start with the quiet roads ( if there is such a thing here) to up your confidence, like Jumeirah Beach Road, or Al Wasl Road, even side roads. Then take it from there :) Sorry I can't help with lessons, but how about a friend go with you a few times?
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Latest post on 04 March 2012 - 00:22
From what I remember, it only hurt the first night, and I slept on my side with my hand under my face. You could buy some numbing ointment ( Alma/Alba ? ask the pharmacy) and apply that to your ear before and after the piercing, if you are worried about the pain. HTH <em>edited by coco pops on 04/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 04 March 2012 - 00:15
Claires Accessories? It only hurts a little, but then compared to my first piercing with a needle and thread, it'll be like a walk in the park :)
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Latest post on 04 March 2012 - 00:13
Thank you :) I'm worried that he won't even leave me for the assessment to take place, if that makes sense? He cried last time when they tried to take him for the assessment. And, even if they allow me to go with him, he won't talk, he'll stick his finger into his mouth and hide his face! I've given him the talk about being a big boy, & going to big school like his older brothers.That we are going to see his new teachers/friends etc, but, he says nope he doesn't want to go to school. Star have been really accomodating and allow us to go in and wander around the FS area at hometime, which I've done to familiarise him with the surroundings. I'm wondering whether I should just be firm and leave him with the teachers even if he cries....but then I don't feel that's the right approach either. My other two were not like this at all, which is why I'm stressing.
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Latest post on 04 March 2012 - 00:03
I'm reading all these posts with a lot of interest. Lot's of great advice on here for me to refer back to. My eldest is 11, and I can see him being difficult for me to handle. I already struggle with him at times now, and I worry about our relationship in his teenage years. I find it hard as I can't see where he's coming from, never having brothers and going to an all girls school hasn't helped me either! Good Luck to the OP and there is a light at the end of the tunnel....you'll be able to advise me too in a few years time :)
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Latest post on 03 March 2012 - 23:45
OMGosh so you are right! Just checked :( So they changed the Aquaventure this year :( Tight so & so's Anyway Wild Wadi is better than Aquaventure IMO , so at least we have 3 :)
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Latest post on 03 March 2012 - 22:53
Three vouchers for each attraction..... eta...well I have three and I've not used any of them yet.... <em>edited by coco pops on 03/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 02 March 2012 - 00:39
Hi Niggly, if you do decide to put your LO in nursery, make sure you follow your instincts and dont go for convenience like I did!. I recently had a bad excperience with my LO at Golden Beach Nursery, and had to pull them out. I chose it because of the location (its very close to raffles where my older child attends). Now Im feeling like a bad mummy :( My LO is at Golden Beach Nursery & we too chose it for convenience and it seemed quite cosy.But, he's now onto his 4th teacher! They all seem really nice and experienced, so I'm not sure whats going on there ( my bet is the management) My DH has his old teachers number so I'm going to call her to ask her.I I'm a bit annoyed with DH though, because he decided to pay for the term in advance & I was considering just pulling him out and keeping him at home until a place is available at his brothers school, but he seems to enjoy it there & he runs into his class. I won't be keeping him at the nursery next term though..... eta do you mind me asking what the bad experience was? <em>edited by coco pops on 02/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 23:33
41 +3, I was induced.
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 23:31
ours supposedly failed the assessment at Star - they would only offer him a place for the year below but i refused to put him back a year... then 2 weeks into the September term they emailed us asking if we had found a year 2 place..i guess they had unexpected vacancies !! Was he coming from another curriculum? That's interesting though.... I thought my DS would fail his assessment, as his grades really dropped in his last school after only being there for one term.
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 23:28
The Ruins of Us by Keija Parssinen It's about an American woman who finds out her Saudi billionaire hubby has taken on a second bride.
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 23:24
A wall....to bang my head against.....
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 23:23
**LIKE**
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Latest post on 01 March 2012 - 23:09
Oh sorry to jump in....my DS has an assessment at Star Int'l too but for FS2. I was going to ask the same question lol My older DS had an assessment for Yr 7 & it was just stuff they should be currently doing at their levels. So I'd guess for Yr 1 it would be basic foundation/KS1 type questions & Yr 3 level 2 KS1 type questions. They just want to see if your child will integrate with the rest of the class. If you're coming from the UK they should be ok :) Me on the other hand, my LO refuses to go with the teachers, he's so clingy, he refused to even speak with them last time! This will be my second attempt!
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 20:06
did you first log in to EW? :D hehehehe you are SOOOO nosy NiP!
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 20:03
You could look at it in two ways depending on you ( as I don't know you) 1) If you already regularly give to charity anyway, then why feel guilty if you choose to spoil yourself, on this one occasion? or 2) You can listen to your heart & buy yourself those lovely designer sunglasses, and you'll feel good everytime you wear them.....for a few minutes at least. Then you'll always remember what your head was saying at the time, & you'll remember this thread.....& I have no idea how you'll feel then, only you can answer that one, but I'll guess you'll feel bad, if you're feeling bad now. :) Let us know what you decide though ;)
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 13:47
I'm leaving as soon as school breaks up for summer. We are going to decide exactly for how long when we are out there. I would like to stay there for the whole duration, as I want to spend Eid with both sets of families, plus it'll be by first time back since we moved last year. DS, however, wants to come back for Ramadan, as he really enjoyed having sleepovers at the Mosque. Let's see.... I moved in Ramadan, & I loved it here. I'd come back if it wasn't for Eid lol! I couldn't fast, but I didn't find it a problem at all. You can do what you like in the privacy of your own homes, & by the looks of it from other posters here, employers have set aside rooms etc for the people who want to eat.
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 12:57
I will report back :) I'll probably go in a couple of weeks, don't fancy going on my own, so I have to persuade DH (who doesn't seem too keen at the mo) to come with me. Thanks for the information, I'm going to print this out & stick it on my fridge, to remind me :D
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Latest post on 26 February 2012 - 12:42
Me too Anouja, so I've decided to cut out the middle man and just leave the place dirty. Me too...not bothering with my balcony today....as for my car....well, I'm so glad I was didn't get it cleaned yesterday!
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 23:27
well my name is showing, so you're probably right, but then I've linked it to my FB ...why does it ask for a user name though? Oh well ( shrugs shoulders) So does that mean we follow each other since you invited me?
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 23:07
If I can find a username that hasn't been taken that is!!!!! Thanks again ladies
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 23:04
Thank you! I've had the invite :) so I'm off to check it out lol
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 23:00
ok I'll email you sue if you don't mind as I didn't get your email Eli1979 ;) just emailed you ;) edited by coco pops on 25/02/2012 you can remove you email address now if you like :) <em>edited by coco pops on 25/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 22:50
if I email you my email address eli1979 would you mind inviting me too pretty please ;) or sue62 ;)) <em>edited by coco pops on 25/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 22:48
just read this....Thanks for the info...how long does it take to drive there and would you know what time it starts? Would you say it's a touristy place?
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 22:45
I've been waiting for a long time too....now I know why!
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Latest post on 25 February 2012 - 00:18
I copied this from Wikipedia. It will be interesting to see if the results are good on me! Aleppo soap can be used daily as soap for washing and shampooing, as face mask, as shaving cream and baths for infants and babies.[8'> The soap promotes wound healing,[9'> is effective against insect bites[10'> and is used for a variety of skin ailments such as skin allergies, irritated skin or conditions such as general dermatitis like eczema, psoriasis, bacterial dermatitis, acne, herpes, rosacea, it also helps prevent hair loss and it aids in the recovery of skin diseases.[1'>[unreliable source?'> Laurel oil is an effective cleanser, antibiotic,[11'> anti-fungal[12'> and anti-itching agent. Compounds extracted from Laurus Nobilis have recently been identified as an inhibitor of human melanoma (skin cancer) cell proliferation,[13'> as well as inhibiting other human tumor cell growths such as amelanotic melanoma, renal cell adenocarcinoma, and breast cancer cell lines.[14'> Olive oil has been known for generations not only for its healing qualities but also as a natural, deep penetration moisturizer, regenerating skin cells and softening the tissue.[15'> Unlike most soaps, Aleppo soap will float in water.
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Latest post on 24 February 2012 - 13:29
bump please Also, where can I go to buy some lovely plants for my balcony which aren't too expensive? I didn't really want to spend too much just yet, as I don't have 'green fingers" thanks
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 13:32
So sorry to hear about your loss.... Big hugs x
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Latest post on 23 February 2012 - 13:23
wow! Such an informative article, thanks OP for posting & thank you Square Whisk for bumping ;)
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 22:53
I've been giving my DS's Echinacea tincture for the past few years, & thankfully, apart from the minor cold or sniflfles here or there, they have been fine. DS2 has a low immune system anyway and always used to get chest infections every year, so I've not had to give them anti biotics for ages now :)
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 13:40
I'm making my DS favourite & my comfort food, simple but delicious..... brown daal with pilau rice, with lots of salad & yogurt. DH will prob dine out as there's no meat on the menu :D
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 13:36
The salon's lovely, btw. That reminds me - must ring and see if they can fit me in for a sneaky little manicure tonight just in case I end up going out tomorrow night... :D. :) always best to be prepared ;)
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Latest post on 22 February 2012 - 13:30
Thank you Roysie :) Villa is our preference, we're in an apartment now, & tbh there's not much privacy....I have to keep telling the kids not to make too much noise, and to stop scraping the furniture beause neighbours can hear everything! The kids miss having a garden...My thing is, where it takes me 10 mins to take my children to school, it'll take me at least 20 mins if not half an hour, which may not seem like a lot here, but it's a lot in the mornings when we are rushing around like crazy to make it out the door. We just need to weigh up our pros and cons.... I prefer Waha/Layan to The Springs though, which was also a consideration :) eta thanks for the email, I'll message you should I have any other questions to ask :) <em>edited by coco pops on 22/02/2012</em>
 
 
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