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Latest post on 20 July 2012 - 12:11
Now we know first day Ramadan, when is Eid? (ok i googled but I'm getting different days) TIA
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 16:40
Hi vocecita506. Check these out. I too do not know of any holiday rentals, just did a search. http://www.aldiarhotels.com/ http://www.rameehotels.com/abu-dhabi-apartments.html
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Latest post on 18 July 2012 - 14:32
Hi Misty. Check this old thread http://www.expatwoman.com/forum/messages.aspx?TopicID=53242
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Latest post on 15 July 2012 - 14:35
I'm not Greek but know a few things here and there... It's better to go to the Islands during summer. During summer all of mainland Greece moves to the Islands to work. Plus Athens is not a cheap city of what I remember (I lived in Greece years ago, and a coffee was 5 euro!) I would suggest to go to Crete and stay in Agios Nikolaios. It's a lovely little place. Or stay in Rethymno. Avoid Chersonissos and Malia, they are boozing villages for teenagers and young adults and there tends to be a lot of fighting (I used to work in Chersonissos, it's a mess lol) HTH:) My Sister went to Crete last year and said for a pint of beer it was 8 Euros and a bacardi and coke was 10 Euros! I This would be a quite expensive recommendation! i don't want her to hate me lol
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Latest post on 11 July 2012 - 15:31
I am starving, have hunger pains, headaches, no strength to get out of bed, but have absolutely no appetite for food. Anyone felt this before? Are you pregnant?? I had this every time I got pregnant.. What I do is drink something really sweet!! Like Mango juice etc.. and boom, when the energy kicks in, so does appetite.. I'm not pregnant - hopefully. Just a hard time. Can't decide to work and grow in my career or become a SAHM with three LOs. Another topic to whine about. Thanks for the suggestion though, have to put something in my stomach.
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 22:27
Thank you for the replies ladies. I looked in Ras Al Khaimah and Al Ain, prices ranged between 1500 for 4 nights to 15000! can't decide if we should pay less for accommodation since we will be out most of the day or should we buy peace of mind and good nights sleep.. <em>edited by D-J on 10/07/2012</em>
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Latest post on 10 July 2012 - 12:56
Any suggestions on where to spent 3 or 4 days with LOs in the Northern Emirates (including Al-Ain)? some place fun for the kids and won't break the bank? Thank you.
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Latest post on 08 July 2012 - 18:08
So unfair. The point was for federer. He challenged but was not given the point.
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Latest post on 04 July 2012 - 11:49
I had to reply to this. There is what is called "treatment plan", where the dentist explains everything in steps, including the cost. He/she also gives alternatives and the cost. In the UK the treatment plan and cost estimate should be written and signed by both the dentist and patient. There is nothing called "on spot" implant. They definitely can't say its covered then say its not, and it is not your problem to check if it is covered or not. Insurance paper is sent for approval before the procedure, this is the duty of the practice. If they say its covered then it is. You have every right to refuse payment. This sounds like a scam. Just tell them you want to file a complaint to the DOH and see their reaction.
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Latest post on 30 June 2012 - 00:21
wooooow wooooow :)
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Latest post on 29 June 2012 - 23:51
I was at Wimbledon the other day, Nadal was not at his best either. I am a Federer fan. :(
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Latest post on 29 June 2012 - 17:17
Sorry for my ignorance, but what does that suppose to mean "Muslims praying at the Paris great Mosque: Many people regularly drink Cola because their religion forbids them from drinking alcohol"?
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Latest post on 29 June 2012 - 14:48
Thank you for the reply jojobaaklini. We have an appointment for viewing an apartment tomorrow but my husband and i are still reluctant. I noted your email down if you want to remove it. Thank you for your kind offer.
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 15:24
Hi Jojobaaklini. Searching the net i found many properties or "areas" in Al Reem Island: RAK towers, Shams, Marina Square, Marina Bay. I'm quite confused. Do you have an idea what these are? and which place do you recommend for a family with little children? Thanks.
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Latest post on 28 June 2012 - 15:11
DH bought a piece of fillet salmon yesterday and he wants to have it for dinner this evening. He specifically asked for it with sauce. I never cooked salmon before but i thought how difficult would it be? well.. i can't find a recipe online that is easy! Help please.
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Latest post on 14 June 2012 - 14:07
A few months ago he was assessed - and accepted - in another school. At the assessment, the teacher gave him a marker and asked him to draw on a white board. He drew a perfect oval, looked at the teacher and told her "this egg is for you". She was chuffed, hug him and gave him many kisses. Thank you for your replies ladies, i feel so much better. Maybe they did fail him not the other way around.
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Latest post on 04 June 2012 - 17:33
The best advice would be: Try to find a job in the UAE before having no options other than to go to the UK.
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Latest post on 02 June 2012 - 10:48
you are young, healthy and with little luggage.. would you take a cab from and to airport or use public transportation?
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 16:14
buy a 3-G package and Skype from your mobile, or connect to Wi-Fi while at home. Of course the other end has to have Skype on computer or mobile. So basically i didn't give any tips for calling landlines :)
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 15:34
Thank you ladies. I would probably not go back to the same Dr. In the 3-minute consultation the only instructions i was given was "take a pill on the first day of your period". Full stop. I do not know for how long or if the same instructions for birth control applies to me (which i read but don't understand).
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Latest post on 27 May 2012 - 08:56
I am still shocked. I just read by coincidence that it is not safe for the baby. So my DD is one now, and i am reluctant to wean or wait, but this is my 3rd day on Yasmin and i don't know what to do. I am not taking it for birth control, it's for another problem. I know i should call the Dr, but she is quite difficult (if not impossible) to reach. What to do? :( Urm. change your doctor or get an appointment with your Dr to ease your concerns? Thanks. This will take a few days. Continue pills and stop breastfeeding or stop pills and continue breastfeeding? dilemma.
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Latest post on 03 May 2012 - 23:52
I suggest you post in pregnancy and/or Dubai. You'll have more luck getting an answer there.
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Latest post on 03 May 2012 - 21:14
We have a home near Disney Orlando which we rent out as a holiday home. We were staying there, did some refurbishments, left a flatscreen TV to be mounted on the wall by the management co. A week later had an email from the subcontractors who actually look after the house asking where TV was. It had been nicked... Mgmt co. tried to blame the guests - we were the guests. Had to be an inside job (ie. cleaners). Police involved and huge aggro being other side of the Atlantic. During the saga I sent email to DH saying 'wish I could say 'up yours' to the head of management co (who was an a.hole anyways). Needless to say sent it to mgmt guy direct. He emailed saying "I take this as 30 days notice of cancelling your management contract", despite subcontr realising what I'd done without seeing emails and she knew me, telling him there's no way she would say that to you..... In the long run no bad thing but in the short term an absolute nightmare. Have much better mgmt co. now though so was a good thing despite the aggro. Taught me a lesson in not clicking send too quickly :\: Everything happens for a reason, even if it looks so embarrassing at the moment. However, have you ever sent a text for someone PRETENDING it was sent by mistake? i once sent a msg to a guy pretending it was sent by mistake to him instead of a friend. He got the message. Cheeky but worked well!
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Latest post on 25 April 2012 - 17:19
Sorry ppl, i'm bumping before it goes to the next page. There is no other place to ask and i'm desperate :( Sorry again
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 22:48
Go to bottom of their email and press unsubscribe. Worked for me - I don't even know how they got my details! I did that twice but they still email me. LOL If you use yahoo, block the blasted email address. It'll bounce back to them. Mark them as spam. I go to junk and see the deals when i want to.
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 21:35
wow, uaestaffing.com looks believable! lol check the testimonials and concentrate in their photos!
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Latest post on 23 April 2012 - 21:28
just do a small google : "dubaijobs.net scams" and see what you get!
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Latest post on 22 April 2012 - 11:21
As long as you have your phone provider add "roaming" your phone should work anywhere... Thank you. I meant iPhone from here with a Canadian sim card.
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Latest post on 19 April 2012 - 22:18
Thanks Captain America. Although it's not on the banned list, i wouldn't have been comfortable using it because of the bleach idea. I am lazy though..
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Latest post on 12 April 2012 - 14:30
Abu Dhabi Coop Mina has all decaf teas imported from the UK. Don't know about the tanning cream.
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 21:51
gentle bump
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 15:55
Hi Ladies. I just got my new passport today but was wondering when i'll get the old one back. Do i have to contact someone or will it be sent back by default? Thanks
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Latest post on 07 April 2012 - 02:10
i re-opened this thread because there are a lot of amazing accomplishments here. It'll be nice to hear back from ladies on their progress. I have been cheating lately, salads with oil dressing, an orange today lol, i even had fried rice in the cruise phase! nevertheless i've lost 3 kilos in the first week. So happy :)
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 17:04
I always tip depending on the kind of work (difficulty, how much time spent), ranges from 20 to a 100. Tipping is the norm here. A 50 dirham tip for ac filters sounds reasonable. FMO. Good Luck.
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Latest post on 04 April 2012 - 16:01
mmm understood from the book that it's 2 tablespoons in the cruise (2nd phase) whether in P or PV. Maybe i understood wrong.
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 13:33
in the P day of the cruise phase, is it 1 1/2 TBL spoons of oat bran or 2? Thanks
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Latest post on 03 April 2012 - 12:07
Anyone used them to buy a property in the UK? I appreciate your responses.
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Latest post on 22 March 2012 - 01:05
I did my homework on the web but still couldnt understand it. Any personal experience? would pay anything to get the "super se*y body" they assume you'll get by the end of the program. TIA
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Latest post on 15 March 2012 - 23:32
to sellers? need to ask before buying. I'm quite confused with the "new look"! TIA
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Latest post on 11 March 2012 - 21:16
Any reviews? TIA
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Latest post on 06 March 2012 - 23:07
I started a similar thread a while ago, but i was too busy to start the process. I've been trying to find the form for the past 2 days. Can you give me the link ladies? TIA <em>edited by D-J on 06/03/2012</em>
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 22:02
I have a deadline to meet.. I take breaks when absolutely necessary. I type while in bed with laptop in my lap.
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Latest post on 29 February 2012 - 11:27
Can ANY costume do? or it has to be a book character? I have a policeman outfit for my 4 year old.
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Latest post on 28 February 2012 - 22:19
OMG I was going to start the exact same thread.. I cant remember when i ordered the swivel. I don't want my money back, i just want my swivel :(
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 15:00
Just get a Nespresso, lol... That's the way to go. Absolutely love ours!! Yesterday, a friend was telling me how she loves her new nespresso (citiz and milk). She bought it for aed 1800, however, i found it for 165 pounds on amazon. I have a friends coming from the UK this weekend, do you think it's worth buying and carrying from the UK? are there any warranty issues i should bear in mind? Check that the voltage is the same, just saying. :) enjoy The one online says "Wattage 1870W". How can i know if it can be used here?
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Latest post on 20 February 2012 - 11:09
Just get a Nespresso, lol... That's the way to go. Absolutely love ours!! Yesterday, a friend was telling me how she loves her new nespresso (citiz and milk). She bought it for aed 1800, however, i found it for 165 pounds on amazon. I have a friends coming from the UK this weekend, do you think it's worth buying and carrying from the UK? are there any warranty issues i should bear in mind?
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Latest post on 16 February 2012 - 22:16
I'm planning to cook paella tomorrow, for the first time in my life, for guests :) I bought a 46 cm paella pan but I'm wondering how to cover it to cook the rice? Any ideas/tips? TIA Edited to correct to centimeters.. <em>edited by D-J on 16/02/2012</em>
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Latest post on 14 February 2012 - 12:24
Try the facebook page .. http://www.facebook.com/groupon.uae edited by mushypeas on 14/02/2012 So shy to say.. but i have no facebook account, don't know how to use it (extremely shy face) i also don't know how to add smilies lol
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Latest post on 29 January 2012 - 13:21
Well, i have more time to shop online - while at work lol. I have checked overstock.com but they don't have the size i want (super king 2 by 2). The mattress size is killing me.
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Latest post on 28 January 2012 - 17:13
It IS a cultural thing. Before getting married i never removed my shoes at entering my house or others. My husband -and his family- think it is gross not to remove shoes indoors. I struggled at the beginning from cultural differences (especially that i was always in high heels and long pants lol), however, six years after marriage and with LOs at home, i started thinking the same - for hygienic not cultural reasons. I remember ages ago i was visiting a friend and she asked me to remove my shoes, i was offended and refused to do so. Fortunately, she was a close friend and we made a joke out of it. Remembering this, i wouldn't ask first time visitors to remove their shoes... I know my husband will!
 
 
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