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Latest post on 29 December 2015 - 14:39
You're too new to spot the subtle activity [strike'>blatant attempt to up the click rate [/strike'> How was your Christmas Tessa? And.... has DH signed The Contract?
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 28 December 2015 - 19:42
SueB just to clarify, my references to a scam are less about the products like Cleanse9 (which are a sideline to the real business of recruiting as many people as possible) and more about the MLM/Utah/Pyramid Scheme which is FL....have a read up on it...
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Latest post on 28 December 2015 - 16:50
what about an adult onesie? http://uae.souq.com/ae-en/adult-animal-onesies/s/ You should be able to organise next day delivery with Souq!
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Latest post on 28 December 2015 - 15:43
Have you tried Debenhams HM? Not sure if they have but it seems like somewhere that would! Or Next?
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Latest post on 28 December 2015 - 15:41
I agree with Cheeky Monkey (and Tessa!) that sites like MFP are excellent and really make you aware of what you are eating and quantities etc. I'm doing that this week in between the [strike'>mountains of [/strike'> excess food last week and next weekend. 5&2 is also good as a continuation of that and for a couple of 'fasting' days a week. Cleanse 9 is just part of the [strike'>complete scam[/strike'> cleverly marketed FL programme but if it makes some people happy then each to their own. Alternatively just buy lots of spanx/squashing type underwear and get the chocolate box out. :P
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Latest post on 27 December 2015 - 13:42
Hi, at the top of plant street in Satwa (the end near the bus station) there is a hole in the wall window where you can take any sort of appliance for fixing. HTH.
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Latest post on 26 December 2015 - 16:10
Hi MMpico, we've had fruit from pomegranate trees :) but the birds get to them before we do :( but it is definitely possible.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 26 December 2015 - 16:08
Has your DH reported this, OP?
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Latest post on 26 December 2015 - 16:07
What about watching them from somewhere like the Intercon in Festival City, you'd still have a good view but be nearer the airport
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 26 December 2015 - 16:04
For sitting with the doors & windows open with a hot cup of tea, bar of chocolate and a warm rug :):balloon::rainbow:
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 21 December 2015 - 09:27
Let's put links up as we find them. Home Alone II here - [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9nonAKxY90'>link[/url'> Love Actually [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhCHYD2GiuM'>link[/url'>
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Latest post on 21 December 2015 - 08:09
Any maid agency (Helpers.ae/ Molly Maid/etc etc) in terms of hourly cleaning and general help, and for specific nursing help there are also nursing agencies like emirateshomenursing.ae HTH
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Latest post on 21 December 2015 - 07:24
Tessa, The Sound of Music is most definitely a [i'>Spring[/i'> movie not a Christmas one!!! :idea: Got through Love Actually and Home Alone so far.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 21 December 2015 - 06:31
I agree WickedAngel, there are plenty of facilities around, local cafeterias which taxi drivers use, mosques, malls, petrol stations - there is no excuse for this and it should be reported.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 21 December 2015 - 06:26
When you say he 'can't' get a divorce or 'hasn't been granted one' - what is the back story here? Has he asked for a divorce? Why did they separate? Why can't he initiate divorce proceedings?
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Latest post on 21 December 2015 - 06:25
Slightly off topic but it is also wise to carry the birth certificate if the surnames are different on the two passports, I had huge problems at LHR because of this and was asked to provide proof that I was the mother :confused:
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Latest post on 19 December 2015 - 13:19
I don't think you'll know until you try. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-arab-emirates We were turned away from Al Buraimi after a 2 hour wait.
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Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 18:36
I have, however a couple of years ago now. cleaning was fine, never attempted ironing as that gets dispatched out. ;)
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 18:21
Try a company called Liverpool Cleaning.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 16:45
Just be aware that at some of the borders to Oman at the moment there are some delays and you may be asked to drive to a different border. Allow extra time....
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 16:23
Home Alone is so good.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 15:56
:)
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Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 15:54
Mange Tout www.mangetout.ae
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Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 14:50
Also be careful of hot roads at sunset in summer, even after the sun goes down the tarmac/pavements are still very hot for their paws.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 17 December 2015 - 14:37
What were they for? A wedding? Dubai's firework displays are usually at 8pm or 9pm when it is an organised show.
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 18:43
I think I might be muddled. Maybe it's your passport and not your visa. I always get this the wrong way round.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 18:39
:lol: Got it.
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 17:25
22nd is confirmed evening onwards dry
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 16:58
No you don't as your visa number is still the same. You need to update your details if: a) you've changed visa (ie sponsor) or b) you've changed passport or c) your Egate has expired. HTH
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 16:33
Only if you've been out between cancelling old visa and doing new visa
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 16:31
Good to know..... i think it was ok as it had expired but if still current you would have needed police report, I did when my wallet was stolen with alllllll my cards aggh
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Latest post on 16 December 2015 - 16:27
If you've been out of the country between visas you do the xray again
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Latest post on 15 December 2015 - 12:32
Although various reports on social media are stating the dry day to be 22nd 5pm onwards, the DTCM has not made any announcement to hotels as yet. It could be 23rd as the occasion is on the 24th, so it is more likely to be on the 23rd from 5pm. The announcement regarding this should be made soon from DTCM.
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Latest post on 15 December 2015 - 06:32
I guess you could get the current printed one, and then ask her to do a covering letter explaining the real dates and the instant printing system.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 10 December 2015 - 17:54
Must have been in someone's garden! Can you imagine opening your curtains and finding that on your doorstep :lol:
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Latest post on 10 December 2015 - 16:18
From where I'm sitting, the sky is a beautiful shade of blue. I assure you. :)
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 10 December 2015 - 16:00
Dome Cafe also sells shortcake with strawberry jam. Possibly too late?!
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Latest post on 10 December 2015 - 15:53
The weather for the last month has been beautiful. Bright blue sky, white fluffy clouds, beautiful fresh breeze. I guess it depends which way you look at it. I'd rather be living here than somewhere with better air quality but dull, grim, wet and miserable! :sun:
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Latest post on 10 December 2015 - 15:50
You should definitely report anyone BBQing, and further up the chain than security or building management if it happens for the 2nd time. This would be taken extremely seriously.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:59
Hmmm. There are a few threads with TNT potential. Bubbling and simmering under the surface.
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Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:29
there are material shops in Lulu Al Barsha (and elsewhere in Al Barsha) and also in Oasis, assuming the larger shops have Felt. There is also a material shop in Jumeirah Centre on beach road but that may be more expensive.
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Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:28
Dubai is an awesome place to raise children. It's so brilliant for them to have friends of every nationality, culture, religion and to appreciate each festival as it comes around.
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EW OLDHAND
Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:25
Thanks CP. We got out to Black Palace Beach in time and saw them from there. Not the best angle. If I have another chance, I would try and plan the spectating to another place. :cool: Guessing they'll be at the upcoming Al Ain air show as well.
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Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:18
usual options for this scenario: 1. hire maid who collects LO in a taxi (pink taxi) which you can book on a regular basis 2. careem kids (www.careem.com) again maid would be required 3. arrange with another parent to have a reciprocal arrangement (you do drop offs they do pick ups) etc. 4. ask school if they run an after school club 5. some nurseries do bus pick ups from school and then back to the nursery for the afternoon. HTH.
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Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:13
Just go to the street which starts with the fish market and you'll find many a bag shop. Be prepared to haggle. Also some items will be hidden in secret rooms [strike'>not secret at all [/strike'> or may even be located in apartments nearby that street which you may or may not feel comfortable about going to.
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Latest post on 07 December 2015 - 21:07
A visit from the Labour Department will soon put him right.
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Latest post on 06 December 2015 - 12:32
Bmap According to twitter they will be up again at 4pm around the Palm area FYI you can also see them almost every morning around the Global Village area at 7.15am. :) Ps twitter: @skydivedubai if you want to monitor for updates
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Latest post on 02 December 2015 - 07:05
Happy 44th Birthday UAE!!!! :party::balloon::birthday::flower::party::balloon:
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Latest post on 26 November 2015 - 19:42
hi January Sorry to hear of your troubles. The Govt healthcare is very good. In Dubai, you'd have to have a Government health card (obtained by registering online www.dohms.gov.ae) and going to visit your GP (AED 150) who would refer you to a specialist. I'm not sure how you will do this in AD as you will have a Dubai health-card. It may be worth visiting your local clinic to find out. Also, the Dr you mention may work in multiple hospitals including private?
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Latest post on 26 November 2015 - 19:32
Media City is pretty accessible from all parts of the City but you will find more affordable accommodation in: JLT Discovery Gardens Remraan Layaan Mudon Jumeirah Village All within 20 minutes of Media City. HTH
 
 
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