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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 19:29
I've been to quite a few parties in parks in AR and have never heard of anyone having to book. People just seem to take along a few balloons, rugs and party food and it's not a problem. I don't think you'd get away with a bouncy castle or anything though. I do know someone who spoke to security about having exclusive use of a park for a party and were told it's not allowed. Maybe you could speak to someone at the security office between Al Mahra and Hattan.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:57
No idea lol. Isn't supper dreadfully posh? and eaten at say 8pm, whereas "tea" is more of a 5pm meal... Supper is possibly posh, I've never used it and I'm defs not posh. Although 'fish supper' is not posh at all.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:53
Snap! I was about to say the same thing as Meagle. Buying and reselling is definitely cheaper long term although if you don't have the money upfront to buy a car you have to factor in the cost of loan interest.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:36
So confusing - as I call it breakfast, lunch and dinner Northerner DH calls it breakfast, dinner and tea And what will TDB juniors call it? Southern ways triumphed over northern in our house and it's breakfast, lunch and dinner. Things get confusing when the in-laws are in town.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:28
Not too early at all, my children have all had lunch early at that age, often around 11.30am - 12pm. Are you doing snacks? All children are different but mine have always like morning and afternoon tea as well as their three main meals.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:24
Congratulations Linalou! What you are feeling is totally normal. I'm generally rational, capable and fairly confident but as soon as I'm pregnant, woooooooossssh! That all goes out the window and I'm anxious, wracked with doubt about everything and feel like I'm constantly teetering on the edge of disaster. It's the hormones. You will be absolutely fine. With your insurance, if normal pregnancy is covered at least you know exactly how much you need to budget for. It's great that insurance will kick in if there are any complications - that is when things can really get expensive.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:09
You could change to Foremarke....oh wait ;) I have no idea what other schools charge for things but I can't imagine complaining will do anything. Fees are only a part of the cost of schooling, if you aren't willing/can't pay for the rest then the only real option is to change schools.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 13:05
Children are having spag bol for dinner, husband is out so I'll probably have avocado on toast with a side dish of McDreamy. Yes! Hope you are feeling better soon summer breeze.
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 10:24
Too funny. I'm a bit confused though.... ‘All the women were looking at me,’ he wrote. ‘One made a gesture that made it clear she was available... this is what happens when women are allowed to drive.’ ....what gesture is he talking about? I had no idea there was an 'available' gesture. Tongue sticking in cheek with fist to mouth maybe?
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Latest post on 29 September 2013 - 10:10
I agree with the other ladies, don't discount how good honey is. Research has shown that honey is as (if not more) effective as cough medicine. If you get Manuka honey with UMF it also has high levels of antibacterial properties which might help with the source of the problem, not just the symptoms. My children's pediatrician told me a good air purifier, not a humidifier, is the best thing for children's room. I've seen a few brands recommended on here if you do a search. I'd also try to find a doctor that actually looks for the source of the problem rather than just medicating...
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Latest post on 28 September 2013 - 15:44
Repton is 13 - 23 Feb.
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 20:50
Hi MrsDB I've never had a problem with my toddlers and Christmas trees, I've just put it up as normal and had a few unbreakable decorations low down that they are allowed to play with. Depends on your toddler though, mine were all pretty good at doing what I said at that age, not so much now they are bigger!
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 20:18
But that is one of the issues mich25, a lot of landlords don't have mortgages on their properties so they can just leave them empty until they get the price they want.
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 14:17
In Early years its like being in Manila !! One of my children is in Early Years!
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 13:57
All luck of the draw, I could count on one hand the parents I actaully met from last years class, the rest were all maids or drivers :-( It sounds like you did strike it unlucky, we've always had a big majority of parents doing drop/off pick up with only a handful of maids/drivers.
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Latest post on 27 September 2013 - 09:35
If you couldn't hear what was being said maybe it wasn't as bad as it looked? I've 'stolen' things several times when out with my buggy. Last week I did it at Geant Easy in the Ranches, I put a bag of nappies under the buggy then the rest of the things in a basket. Forgot to take the nappies out the buggy to pay and only realised when I got to the car so had to dash back in with them and pay. It's an easy thing to do, particularly if you are being distracted by children and in a rush. A couple of years ago and I walked out of a clothing shop in MOE totally unaware that my 2 year old had been happily 'helping' me shop by putting bits and pieces under the buggy. Again, I had to return shamefaced and return them all.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 19:45
Yes. R _ _ _ O _ I think you've got it!
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 19:40
Yes. If needs be you can then have a 50/50.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 19:21
Difficult to answer without knowing which school we're talking about !! lol I'll give you one guess :D
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 19:18
My first port of call for sports gear is Decathlon at Mirdif City Center, they have a huge range.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 19:15
Hahaha! Just choked on my drink.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 15:06
My uncles brother was a jail head. Prisoners tend to have their own ways of dealing with pedophiles. It includes a broom, barb wire and karma. And front teeth knocked out? Or is that just on TV?
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 15:05
I must admit that I ahven't really thought about it too hard but I always just assumed that clubbing attire was pretty normal for the school run in a lot of schools. This thread suggests otherwise, anyone got any idea why it's so popular at my children's school?
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 15:02
I wouldn't say you have to live very near a school but it does make life a lot easier if you have an easy commute. If you are in the general area it also means there are more likely to be children in her class in the area which makes play dates easier. How long it takes to get anywhere totally depends on where you are going but rush hour traffic can be pretty slow moving. Foremarke School is newly opened and is British, I think I remember reading they were going to have small classes but I could be wrong in that. My children are at Repton (also British), for your daughters age they have up to 22 in the class (I think!).
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 14:57
I can't bring myself to read it but from the title I hope he has 14 years of other inmates taking to him with cutlery.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 14:41
How much are the villas in the Arabian Ranches? I think around the 250k mark for an independent 4 bed. Check House Hunters, they specialise in the Ranches. Do you know where your daughter is going to school? It's a big factor in where to live.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 14:24
Are you looking at any areas in particular DJ? You could get a townhouse in Alma or Al Reem in Arabian Ranches but the fourth bedroom is small. For four full sized bedrooms in the Ranches you'd need an independent villa and 220k wouldn't cover it.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 14:14
Hi kpea For that age I always do parties at home and invite the whole class.Generally about half rsvp but there are always a couple who don't rsvp but come anyway so make a few extra party bags. Of those that rsvp there is normally one or two who can't make it on the day due to illness etc. It is too young for drop off and you'll be too busy to supervise other people's children so parent(s)/nannies will need to be there and should be responsible for their own children. As it isn't drop off, I always invite siblings and write on the invitations 'Siblings are invited but please let me know how many are coming so I can cater for them'. I get [url=http://www.cheekylittleevents.com/parties/'>Cheeky Monkey Parties[/url'> to do the entertainment, they are great and it means I can relax and spend time with the adult guests. A bouncy castle goes down well with that age group and keeps them entertained if you don't have party entertainers. Pizza, pasta, vegetable sticks and fruit are always good party food, you can order in or make yourself. I make the cake but if that's not your thing there are plenty of recommendations on here if you do a search. For finger food for the adults I generally do arabic bread, vegetables, dips, mini savouries etc. Party bags I try to keep simple and not just have a bag of plastic rubbish and sweets. Last party I did giant bubble wands and a lollipop. It's totally up to you have big or small you make it. As long as there is a nice cake,some food, a few games and a little something for the children to take home then it will be a success.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 12:15
Uh oh, I hope they don't backdate it, could be an expensive start to the weekend!
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 11:41
Yessssssssss!
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 11:34
Just sent this link to DH with the title "why expats look like tossers at home" as he has a habit of laying a few "shukrans" around when we are out at home. *Snigger*
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 11:04
Sorry polly, no idea. Have fun :)
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 10:54
They told me that they are imported British potatoes which makes them expensive... (I bit my tounge) Why did you bite your tongue about this? Isn't it the truth? ME potatoes are cheap as chips.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 10:51
For cold/cough and general goodness NZ Manuka honey with UMF is best. I buy it from the Organic Shop although some supermarkets stock it. Geant Easy in the Ranches definitely does. For weight loss skip the honey altogether, it's just a sugar.
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Latest post on 26 September 2013 - 10:48
I'm sure I read somewhere 8pm although I can't think where. I hope she doesn't do a Bieber.
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 19:41
I've never used groupon but it's got nothing to do with feeling guilty, just that I've heard so many bad reports about their 'deals'. It's another form of advertising for the company, they are hoping for add ons or repeat business, why should you feel bad? The person doing your beauty treatment will be getting the same wage no matter what you pay for it, if it makes you feel bad give a big tip.
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 19:28
I think schools have the right to regulate and advise parents how to dress. We choose to send our children there, if we don't like their rules we can choose to go elsewhere. It applies to many things, not just clothing. My children's school has policy of boy's hair being above the collar (which I think is ridiculous). My two sons at school both have longish hair, if the school chooses to enforce their rule it would be up to me to cut their hair or withdraw them. If I want to break out the gold hot pants on the school run they have every right to tell me to cover up or stay out. Irooni, I wonder if ouR children are at the same school? Some of the mums look like they got lost on the way to Nasimi Beach.
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 12:27
I do appreciate as a mum it is tiring and hard, I just didn't realise how hard, especially when I want to throw up about 98% of the time. I was hoping that by now she would sleep through but she doesn't so what to do? Thanks again all xx It can be so bone crushingly tiring yet we go back for more! Are you keeping on top of your diet? It might help with your energy levels, I can highly recommend a chia and banana shake for an afternoon caffiene free energy boost.
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 12:23
Having children and babies is not easy, life changes for all parties involved and it's a massive learning curve that continues for years and years. How you raise your first will be completely different to how you raise your last. Having bad nights and stressing is all part of being a parent! Priority for you now is getting through this pregnancy safely and as relaxed as you can, don't stress the small stuff, don't fight with DH, sit down and talk things through with him. Say what you have posted here, he is who you should be discussing this with, let your emotions out and let him help you. Beautifully said Lolacat :)
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 11:28
I don't care what anyone says, CIO is not for us. I cannot bear to hear my baby scream and not be able to console her. So - are there any ways, we can get her down without the crying? Or should we just wait it out til she sleeps through when she's ready. I with you on that. I can't bear the thought that my baby will not bother crying because he knows I won't come. I'm not ready for him to give up on me just yet ;) No tips from me on how to make it work, I'm up five times a night feeding my seven month old. The only thing I can say is that it doesn't last forever. <em>edited by Daza on 25/09/2013</em>
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 10:26
and both mine were walking on their first birthdays - which just goes to show the folly in expecting your baby to develop "by the book" .... Exactly. I loved the extra time not chasing after them. One of my friend's children walked at 7 months. She was like one of those Zhu Zhu pets and would just rocket along until she crashed in to something. Her mum didn't get to sit for a second.
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 10:16
Just to add, none of my children crawled until 10 - 11 months or walked until 14 - 15 months and they are all perfect (ish ;) ).
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Latest post on 25 September 2013 - 08:23
Hi TDB Sorry you are having a rough time, it's hard dealing with all things anyway, let alone when you are sick and hormonal. There has been some really good advice from the ladies, esp kiwispiers. I know this is something you can only really understand in hindsight but I'll say it anyway, 9 months is still so young, your baby really is still a baby so I can understand why your husband is doing what he is. No parent should have to listen to their child cry but as another poster says, if he can't let her cry, it's him that needs to be getting up to her, not you. I do think you have the right to put your foot down and say no baby in the bed though. You need to work really hard at finding some middle ground or you are going to drive each other up the wall. How to do that only you can work out but keep talking and try to understand where each other is coming from. You'll both need to compromise things and you should work out what is non negotiable to each of you. Slightly off topic but was it your husband watching Cartoon Network or your baby? Personally, I don't think a 9 month old should be watching any TV but if you are going to let them then Cartoon Network isn't a great choice (rapid movement etc).
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 21:03
It's very possible. It may be shocking to people who haven't been around this type of lifestyle (ie urban setting, hip hop, down south, etc) but for those of us who have, then you can understand what he is saying based on the slang he uses. There's not one word of slang in that song that I haven't heard in my personal life while growing up. What does 'Blurred Lines' mean/refer to if we are talking 'street'?
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 17:56
I love the weather, I love the size of my villa, I love the desert, I love the beaches, I love that people are so sociable here, I love that everyone is impulsive, I like the working environment of my job (not saying most jobs are like mine - I think I am just lucky), I love that on the weekend I can go to the pool, I love that I have a gym in my compound, that my daughters come with me and do star jumps and skipping while i work out, I love it you can take your kids to any restaurant and no-one tutts at you or you get refused entry, I love you can take your kids anywhere in the evening, I love how its so family orientated here, i love the organised chaos, I love how nobody swears in public, I love how there is no trailer trash (sorry bit snobby) I love the activities my kids have access to, I love the hotels, I love the fountains, I love that its in the middle of the world so travel is good.....I love it :) I love your post :)
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 13:43
Just to clarify, the Robin Thicke song isn't about rape...when TI raps the part about giving her something that will tear her .... in two...he's boasting about his *ahem* size. I don't think it's possible for any of us to clarify the point definitively whether it is or isn't about rape. In all likelihood the meaning of the song (especially the title) was designed to be ambiguous in order to court controversy and garner publicity.
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 12:12
Was listening to Eminem this morning and wondering if the song here getting all the attention could be in the same satirical vein. Thing is, I'm old enough to know that Eminem is just messing, but not sure vulnerable kids would? Look at the outcry over Manson and the connection with say, Colombine, and even Eminem got caught up in that mess. Just reading the *lyrics* to this song is not only eye wateringly painful, taken out of context it could be read as pretty damn offensive. Comparing Eminem's music to Robin Thicke's is like comparing the Venus de Milo to a Playboy centerfold ;)
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 12:09
I learn something new every day :-) Thank you :-) No worries, I'm always happy to share the love when it comes to old school rap/hip hop :) I bet Ice T was laughing all the way to the bank when Jay Z sampled it, it would have garnered a few more airplay royalties than his ever could have.
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 09:45
Hurrah! My first thought when I looked out the window this morning is that winter is a'coming :)
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Latest post on 23 September 2013 - 09:42
Jay Z's 99 problems hehe Daza but then Ice T was just as bad! I remember the album covers of his :-) Nope, Ice T did it first, google it, it's actually a top tune. Jay Z sampled it.
 
 
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